Locanda del Barco menu overview

Set along the scenic Via Litoranea Salentina in Marina di Pulsano, Italy, Locanda del Barco invites food enthusiasts and travelers alike to savor an inventive menu that beautifully marries traditional flavors with modern culinary artistry. This 2025 selection champions the freshest local ingredients, crafting a memorable dining experience in a welcoming coastal setting.

Starters

Begin your culinary journey with an array of fresh starters showcasing the bounty of the Adriatic and Puglia's fertile lands. Delight in the Insalata di Piovra, featuring tender octopus cooked to perfection at a low temperature, paired with creamy chickpeas, sweet friggitelli peppers, and a delicate soy sauce emulsion. The Riccioli di Calamaro brings grilled squid curls and shrimp, enhanced by the rich flavor of Patanegra lard, served alongside rustic potatoes and finely diced vegetables. For a lighter option, savor the Sgombro marinato e grigliato, marinated and grilled mackerel accompanied by a vibrant medley of vegetables, roasted pepper cream, and a Mediterranean sauce that bursts with local essence.

Mains

The main courses at Locanda del Barco are a celebration of regional specialties and sophisticated pairings. Experience the Spaghettoni Senatore Cappelli, thick wheat pasta crowned with sea urchin pulp, licorice powder, turnip cream, and a crunchy cereal frisella crumble. Dive into the Raviolotti filled with creamy burrata and diced red shrimp, complemented by crispy peperone crusco and an unexpected touch of Bernardi dark chocolate. The Pacchero dish features local corn in two textures, paired with caviar and mullet bottarga, offering a luxurious seafood symphony. For a comforting plate, try the handmade gnocchi with dehydrated purple carrot from Polignano a Mare, served with melted caciocavallo cheese and sautéed porcini mushrooms.

Meat lovers will enjoy the succulent Picanha of Angus grilled rare with Maldon salt and seasonal grilled vegetables. The local lamb chops come grilled with traditional masseria marretto sauce, Martin-style potatoes, and golden onions baked in salt. Another hearty option is the Fracosta of Puglian Angus, a 400-gram cut sprinkled with Maldon salt and served with fresh seasonal vegetables. The menu also offers Candele di semola pugliese, pasta with a slow-cooked blend of beef, pork, and cacioricotta cheese, as well as an aged risotto enriched with tomato cream, sour butter, basil and tomato powders, eggplant, burrata cream, and oregano.

Desserts

Spumone with figs and almonds — A rich spumone layered with fresh figs, crunchy almonds, chocolate, hazelnut, and a garnish infused with San Marzano Borsci.
Prickly pear sorbet — A refreshing, palate-cleansing sorbet made from native ficodindia fruit, perfect to cool down after a flavorful meal.
House tiramisu — A classic Italian dessert featuring mascarpone cream, espresso-soaked savoiardi biscuits, and a delicate dusting of cocoa.
Berry cheesecake — Creamy cheesecake adorned with a mix of fresh forest berries and a crunchy biscuit base.
Pistachio semifreddo — Silky pistachio frozen dessert served with a luscious white chocolate sauce that complements its nutty flavor.

Drinks and specials

Locanda del Barco also offers a carefully curated selection of local white wines that perfectly complement their seafood specialties. While cocktails are not on the menu, guests can enjoy a fine variety of Italian wines and beers, along with quality coffee to conclude their meal. Specials often highlight seasonal local produce and fresh catches, ensuring every visit brings new delightful tastes from Puglia's vibrant culinary landscape.

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SP122, Via Litoranea Salentina, 74026 Marina di Pulsano TA, Italy

099 533 3335

Closing Soon - Closing 2:30 PM

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:30–14:30, 20:00–22:30

Wednesday

12:30–14:30, 20:00–22:30

Thursday

12:30–14:30, 20:00–22:30