Enococus - Acini & Carbone - Ceglie Messapica, Province of Brindisi

Paul K.

If you ever find yourself in Ceglie Messapica with an empty stomach and a craving for steak that could feed a Roman legion, do yourself a favor and book a table at Enococus - Acini & Carbone—immediately.

This cozy little gem is run by a husband-and-wife dream team who know exactly what they’re doing: he brings the fire to the grill, she brings the perfect wine to your glass, and together they bring you one of the best meals you’ll have in Italy.

The steaks here don’t come in “small, medium, large”—they come in “bring friends or starve trying.” Sharing is mandatory unless you’re a T-rex. The sides? Just as memorable. Every bite was worth every kilometer we drove to get here.

The whole place is delightfully tiny—maybe six tables total—so you’ll feel like you’re eating at a secret dinner party rather than a restaurant. Just don’t expect to wander in on a whim; you need a reservation unless your plan is to drool at the windows while someone else enjoys your steak.

In short: incredible food, warm people, unforgettable night. Five stars, six tables—good luck getting one!

Ron H.

I mean, this is simply top quality! The meat, the sides, the starters, the service, the wine! Just good. The chef knows his ways.

Mitja A.

We had a reservation for Saturday evening, but they gave us an improvised table in the coridor just at the entrance. As they had no option to change it, we agreed to postpone reservation for Saturday lunch (as they are closed for dinner on Sunday). We arrived on time and it was closed and we arrived again half an hour later, same. All nearby places ran without problems (as we waited nearby). No storms, just light rain all day. Can't rid of feeling that we would be only guests, so they just cancelled (at 10am there really wanted to know if we will arrive). My only fault is that we were not online and didn't see your notice. But
there was a good thing in it. We went to Cibus, and we dont regret it. They run place without egotripping and food as well as service was great. Try Florentine steak there.

Franco S.

Meat experience in Ceglie Messapica! Best meat with best wines! We (4 adults) where seated inside but soon realised that this was the best table. We could talk to the chef and watch him prepare our food. The meat was delicious and the chef recommended some top wines. One of the best restaurants I have visited. Fransesco, his wife and his mother together with Adi spoiled us this evening. Thanks for everything

Mariia K.

It is a really nice and tasty meat restaurant. Totally unusual for this area, bot a classic trattoria or local type of place. Come here if you are a real lover of the steaks. Here you’ll find peaces of 40-50-120 days in fridge.

The service is very kind, but a bit slow. I guess it is because they are newbies. Hope they will get a bit of practice:)

The restaurant is small by itself, so sometimes you are very close to your neighbors.

The prices a a bit higher than average in Ceglie. Feetoutofbed Puglia travel blog

Yana S.

The most amazing meal. The steak tartare is the best in the world and the staff friendly and helpful. The fishes are served with the most delicious Puglia wine.

Boris T.

Awesome meat, awesome appetizers. Respect to the chef, who not only looks like a pit master, he rules the kitchen single-handedly with style and calmness. Still convinced the tartare has Sechuan pepper, but he wouldn’t admit. Best meat in Italy so far! Definitely worth a visit.

Harrison S.

My favorite restaurant in Puglia! Great atmosphere, service was nice and helpful, and food was superb