Osteria e Pizzeria il Calesse da Gianni

Experience friendly service and delicious seafood, thickshakes, and more at Osteria e Pizzeria il Calesse da Gianni Shopping Place. A local favorite for all!
  • 4.4 81 rating
  • Via Roma, 68, 72014 Cisternino BR, Italy
  • +39 389 250 7509

Why Locals Love Osteria e Pizzeria il Calesse da Gianni

Nestled in the heart of Cisternino’s charming historic center, Osteria e Pizzeria il Calesse da Gianni offers an authentic taste of traditional Apulian cuisine with a modern youthful twist. This inviting pizza restaurant and osteria is a true gem on Via Roma, where passion for local flavors meets warm, attentive service.

Step inside and you’re welcomed by a cozy, intimate setting—accentuated by a beautifully lit terrace that casts a romantic, rustic glow over your dining experience. The ambiance perfectly complements the richly aromatic dishes served here, created with an evident love for tradition and a flair for culinary detail.

The menu features a delightful array of regional specialities that excite the palate. Diners rave about the homemade orecchiette with polpette (small meatballs) and tender braciola, where each bite bursts with intense, comforting flavors evocative of authentic Puglia. The house wine, carefully selected to pair beautifully with the meal, enhances every taste with its smooth, velvety notes.

Guests repeatedly emphasize the genuine passion and care shown by the young proprietors. The staff’s friendly attentiveness and expert explanations of each dish heighten the overall dining journey, making visitors feel like honored guests in a close-knit family kitchen. From festive Easter lunches to special Epiphany menus, the quality remains consistently exceptional—generous portions, fresh ingredients, and beautifully presented plates that honor both tradition and innovation.

Whether you’re stopping by for a relaxed lunch or a memorable dinner, il Calesse da Gianni invites you to savor the rich culinary heritage of Puglia in an atmosphere that is as charming as it is heartfelt. Returning visitors often find themselves drawn back not only by the food but by the warmth and sincerity embedded in every aspect of the experience.

If you find yourself exploring Cisternino, this small osteria offers more than just a meal—it offers a taste of local culture infused with youthful energy and genuine hospitality. A perfect stop to immerse your senses and indulge in the true spirit of Southern Italy.

Contact: +39 389 250 7509 | Via Roma, 68, 72014 Cisternino BR, Italy

What Makes This Place Friendly

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Rooftop seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Wine
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family friendly
  • Reservations required
  • Accepts reservations
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • Free parking lot
  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Real Reviews from the Community

Simod (Simod)
  • Mar 23, 2026
5

Il locale molto carino, la ragazza molto carina nel spiegarci i piatti, cibo ( orecchiette con polpette e braciola) e vino della casa tutto buonissimo, ci siamo ritornati prima di ripartire, due ragazzi giovani con tanta passione. Quando torneremo in puglia ci torneremo sicuramente.

Alessia
  • Mar 13, 2026
5

Siamo venuti in questo posto per il pranzo di Pasqua, ottima qualità Ottimo cibo abbondante e di qualità Il proprietario è un bravo cuoco e ricco di gentilezza. Una piccola osteria ma accogliente e familiare.

roberta ROBERTA
  • Mar 4, 2026
5

Locale nel pieno centro storico...terrazza con luci suggestive...piatti tipici cucinati e presentati con cura...ottimo il personale...viva la tradizione e la gioventù saggia!

Sandrine Antoine
  • Jan 20, 2026
5

Repas très bon avec un menu du jour accompagné d un bon verre de vin top. Personnel très sympathique, consciencieux, délicat. Bravo à eux

Francesco Zagaria
  • Jan 19, 2026
5

Ottima esperienza il giorno dell' Epifania 2024. Abbiamo pranzato davvero bene Buona la qualità del cibo, dagli antipasti al dolce.Servizio cortese e disponibile. Abbiamo scelto il menù dell' Epifania a € 40. Consiglio di provare appena arrivati a Cisternino (BR).

Sylvia Hemmer
  • Jan 6, 2026
5

Mangiato molto bene, cucina leggermente diversa dal solito, ottimi anche gli antipasti, il tonno e la grigliata. Il personale è molto cordiale, si può solo consigliare

MARIANGELA MEZZOPANE
  • Jan 3, 2026
5

Ottimo cibo, locale pulito, ordinato con arredo gradevole e adatto al luogo. Nota di merito va sicuramente al personale, molto attento, cordiale ed accogliente. Consiglio vivamente. Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo

Marghe Rita
  • Dec 15, 2025
5

Abbiamo mangiato molto bene, cibo di qualità, personale gentile e attento ad ogni esigenza si vede la passione che ci mettono nel loro lavoro. Il locale accogliente e tranquillo. Ci torneremo sicuramente, ve lo consigliamo!!

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