Clearly one of the best, most creative seafood meals ever. Antipasti included grilled octopus with green beans, baccala that was succulent and sweet, salmon with a cream sauce, grilled shrimp, then orecchiette with almond pesto and frutti di mare. The waitsatff were very helpful and rightly encouraged us to wait to decide on more after the primo piatto. If you... More

What a wonderful end to a holiday. I was looking at trip advisor as a suggestion where to spend our Last evening in Trani, and I am so pleased that we choose Quintessenza. We were the first ones in the restaurant in the evening and we were given 100 per cent attention, all the dishes were Carefully explained to us... More

A beautiful restaurant with sympathetic decor in keeping with the old part of Trani but with a modern twist. Our English speaking host had great knowledge of the area and it's history not to mention advising us on wines and food combinations. He was beyond helpful and put together a bespoke menu when we explained that we didn't eat shell... More

A relative newcomer to the Trani restaurant scene is a family run restaurant opened by 4 brothers less than 12 months ago. I'm glad a friend of mine recommended this place as the food is the best in town without any doubt. Domenico (the English speaking brother) is lovely and friendly. The portions are quite generous and I was full... More

I had the plaesure to visit this admiring restaurant in Trani. it is a seafood restaurant which will surely become the most popular of its kind. My dinner was not only a supper but an experience what i will never forget thanks to the waiter who introduced himself Domenico. From the first antipasti till the dessert(which was a perfect chocolate... More

Subtle, savory and splendid! Just in case you need another reason to visit the splendid city of Trani other than the place itself, Ristorante Quintessenza should be at the top of your list. Owned and run by four brothers, it is not to be missed. If you are a fish and seafood lover, you will be guided through an experience... More

After the sublime pleasure of admiring Trani's incredible cathedral, we were given the address of this new fish restaurant, not far from the world famous Apulian church. The light, cool and tasteful interior reflects the creative fresh seafood cuisine of the young chef. Several kinds of fresher than fresh seafood are prepared in the light and simple way which is... More