Vieste, with its privileged position in the heart of the Gargano National Park, is a destination not only for sea and nature, but also for taste and culinary tradition. From typical restaurants to agritourisms immersed in greenery, passing through designer pizzerias and wineries that offer unique food and wine experiences, here is a complete guide to discover where to eat in Vieste.
Agriturismo Azzarone: the elegance and taste of the countryside
In the countryside of Piano Grande, a few kilometers from the center of Vieste and at the gates of the Umbra Forest, stands the Agriturismo Azzarone, a place where the gastronomic tradition of Gargano is expressed in all its authenticity. Here you can taste typical dishes such as Apulian meatballs, homemade orecchiette, lamb chops and desserts with artisanal jams, all accompanied by extra virgin olive oil produced on site.
In addition to the cuisine, the agriturismo also offers comfortable accommodation, a swimming pool and a family atmosphere perfect for relaxing in the midst of nature.
Info: Azzarone farmhouse
Le Tre Vele Restaurant: the taste of the sea, on the beach
For those who want a culinary experience on the beach, the Le Tre Vele restaurant, located on Pizzomunno beach, is an unmissable stop. Here, Apulian cuisine is enhanced through dishes based on the freshest fish, revisited with a touch of modernity. The menu also includes pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven and gastronomic proposals that tell the story of the territory with simplicity and elegance.
The restaurant is an ideal choice for a lunch with a sea view or a romantic dinner under the stars, in one of the most suggestive corners of Vieste.
Info: The Three Sails
Agriturismo Passione Natura: genuine flavours immersed in greenery
Agriturismo Passione Natura offers a gastronomic offer based on zero-mile ingredients, grown directly in the structure's vegetable garden.
The restaurant is the beating heart of a rural environment where you can also stay in a campsite, participate in tastings and take part in typical Apulian cooking courses, as well as ending the evening with a game of adventure golf, with 18 holes.
Info: Passion for Nature
Donna Maria Restaurant: the taste of tradition in the Padre Pio Estate
In the greenery of the Tenuta Padre Pio, among olive trees and swimming pools immersed in the silence of the Gargano countryside, is the Donna Maria Restaurant. Here, cuisine merges with art: each dish tells a story made of organic ingredients and ancient flavors, reinterpreted with creativity. 
Among the strong points of the menu are the fish specialities and the zero km garden products.
Info: Padre Pio estate
Cantine Merinum: tastings and sunsets among the vineyards 
Right in the Tenuta Padre Pio Cantine Merinum offers an experience that combines taste, culture and landscape. Here you can participate in guided tastings among the rows, with tastings of three glasses of wine accompanied by typical local products such as cured meats, cheeses and bruschetta.
The experience ends with a sunset walk among the vineyards, located at the foot of the Umbra Forest. A unique opportunity to get to know the Gargano vines up close and appreciate their peculiarities in a natural context of great beauty.
Info: Merinum Cellars
Pepa Pizzeria: white art in the heart of the historic center
For an evening in the lively city center, Pepa Pizzeria, overlooking Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, is the ideal choice. The restaurant, led by pizza chef Pasquale Abatantuono, offers a menu that combines modern technique and tradition, with long-leavened dough and selected local ingredients.
The pizzas range from contemporary pizzas, to the classic Neapolitan carrousel to the pizza al padellino, typical of the area. All this is accompanied by a curated selection of local wines, including those of the Cantine Merinum, perfect for enhancing every flavor.
Info: Pepper Pizzeria
Candlelight: home cooking among vineyards and olive trees
Inside the Cantine Cimaglia, the Lume di Candela restaurant offers a gastronomic proposal strongly linked to the Gargano tradition. Here you can taste typical dishes such as stuffed cuttlefish, aubergines, grilled meat and, of course, the paposcia garganica cooked in a wood oven.
The location, surrounded by vineyards, is ideal for those looking for a rustic and genuine dinner, in a welcoming and familiar environment.
This experience is particularly suitable for those who want an authentic immersion in the rural life of Gargano, with dishes that faithfully reflect local traditions.
Info: Candlelight
In conclusion, Vieste is a land to be enjoyed slowly: every dish tells a story, every place is an experience. Whether you are a lover of peasant cuisine, fresh fish or signature pizza, here you will always find a corner of Puglia ready to conquer you with its authentic flavors.
Bon appetite
