La Locanda del Macellaio
A unique butcher shop and restaurant where you select your meat before it's expertly grilled. Known for quality and local specialties.
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La Locanda del Macellaio
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A unique butcher shop and restaurant where you select your meat before it's expertly grilled. Known for quality and local specialties.
Make Reservations
Consider booking in advance to secure a table and avoid long waits, especially during peak times.
Avoid Busy Periods
To minimize waiting times for tables and food, try to visit during off-peak hours.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Chophouse
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+39 320 849 7753
Address
Via dei Caduti in Russia, 74015 Martina Franca TA, Italy
Website
lalocandadelmacellaio.com/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Interactive Butcher Shop Experience
Choose your own cuts of meat from a display case, ensuring freshness and quality for your meal.
Local Specialty Meats
Savor unique, locally produced specialties like Quattro formagi sausage and pesto-filled bombettes.
High-Quality Meat Selection
A wide variety of meats, from dry-aged beef cuts to local specialties, all praised for excellent quality.
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Make Reservations
Consider booking in advance to secure a table and avoid long waits, especially during peak times.
Avoid Busy Periods
To minimize waiting times for tables and food, try to visit during off-peak hours.
Explore Unique Bombettes
Don't miss trying specialty bombettes like those filled with Philadelphia cheese or sun-dried tomatoes.
Save Room for Dessert
Indulge in their delicious semifreddo options for a sweet end to your meal.
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Make Reservations
Consider booking in advance to secure a table and avoid long waits, especially during peak times.
Avoid Busy Periods
To minimize waiting times for tables and food, try to visit during off-peak hours.
Explore Unique Bombettes
Don't miss trying specialty bombettes like those filled with Philadelphia cheese or sun-dried tomatoes.
Save Room for Dessert
Indulge in their delicious semifreddo options for a sweet end to your meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
La Locanda del Macellaio offers an exceptional meat experience with its butcher shop concept and quality cuts. Diners praise the friendly service and reasonable prices, making it a highly recommended spot. However, some reviews point to significant organizational issues and long wait times, particularly during busy periods, which can detract from the overall dining experience.
"What a home run! Walked in at 8pm on a Sunday and the very friendly and competent hostess greeted us with excellent English (while we tried our best in Italian) and showed us their world class meat selection. We picked foal and diaphragm and several bombette and we're shown to a seat outside (perfect!). The wait staff greeted us with kindness in very good English and we ordered house wine and grilled vegetables and grilled onions. The food came quickly, was of excellent quality, and we stayed for hours. The place filled up to the max with dozens of families enjoying the fresh air by 9-10 pm. Prices were fabulous ($64 total) and atmosphere/service were top notch. Don't miss out on this one! Unforgettable experience. 10/10. Nice job to the whole crew! Pics to follow."
Kurt Coffin
"Fantastic experience! You choose the meat you want grilled and they bring it to you at the table. Locally produced food, absolutely excellent! Highly recommended."
Antonella
"Absolutely amazing!! The meat, pizza and wine is wonderful!! This is our new favorite restaurant when we come to Puglia!"
Sarah R
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Frequently Asked Questions
You select your desired cuts of meat directly from the display case, ensuring you get exactly what you want before it's prepared.
Locals and visitors highly recommend the Quattro formagi sausage and the pesto-filled bombettes.
Yes, making reservations in advance is highly recommended, especially for weekend visits, to avoid long waiting times.
To minimize waiting times for both table allocation and food preparation, it's advisable to avoid busy periods.
While meat is the focus, the menu includes items like pizza, baked potatoes, and bruschetta. Some reviews mention disappointing non-meat dishes.
The red dry house wine has received positive mentions from customers.
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