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Metae

Name: Metae
Address: Via dell'Erba, 63, Monopoli, 70043, Italy
Price range: €35 (Prices have been provided by the restaurant)
Rating: 9.5

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Food photo174 photos

Type of cuisineItalian

Average price€35

Dietary optionsVegetarian dishes

Reviews

9.5
of 10

Excellent

622 reviews

Ambience

9.0

Food

9.6

Service

9.8

Real experiences from real diners
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Jeremy H. • 1 review
July 3, 2025
3.5/10
The food never rose to the level of delish across several orders of antipasti, primi, and second courses. There was just one fussy, bland or oversalted dish after another. Service was atrocious. We were literally forgotten about after the antipasti. A wine order for the primi course never arrived, water was not re-offered (it was extremely hot at the restaurant, btw) and when the main courses were ready, the owner literally threw the plates onto the table, sloshed more wine in my glass, and rushed away. Our table for three was booked for 7:30 - the first sitting of the night. Though other diners were starting to arrive, the place was by no means full, and that is no excuse for rudely disregarding us and our family experience. If you consider dining here, be sure to filter for one and two star reviews and you will see a more accurate perspective of this terrible restaurant.

Elizabeth M. • 32 reviews
June 20, 2025
10/10
We were here two years ago and were happy to repeat the experience. Menu is different but of course same quality and expertise. This time we met massimo (chef) and our delightful Mary (waiting). All in all fantastic

Natasha N. • 1 review
June 10, 2025
10/10
+1
This is fabulous food. Genuinely wonderful cooking, regional produce, beautiful service. Every course was a treat. The ravioli is superb. The wine list is lovely and the owner has so much knowledge of the various wines that you can easily choose one to love. Great experience!

Michael H. • 1 review
June 7, 2025
8/10
Very friendly front of house/ owner, prompt service, accommodating for last minute baby guest, tasty fresh fish and slow cooked beef, assumed side dishes were included because not listed on the menu, possibly it’s the way Italy does it but just protein on a large empty plate. Looked and tasted great though.

CHRISTOPHER C. • 1 review
June 7, 2025
9.5/10
I have been to this restaurant several times over the past 18 months and I am always happy. The food is inventive, sophisticated and beautifully prepared - just delicious. I find the wine list interesting, very well curated and reasonable. The only negative is the dining space which is fine but a bit sterile, and the outdoor space can be impacted by car traffic. Overall though the service is good, the food wonderful and the owner very friendly. Go and enjoy this restaurant!

Nuala G. • 7 reviews
June 2, 2025
9.5/10
Really enjoyable dining experience at Metae. Staff very welcoming. Service excellent. The food was exceptional. Really delicious and beautifully presented. The waiter was most helpful and accommodating and really took an interest in helping us make food choices that worked. Exceptional value for such high quality food. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

Jackie C. • 1 review
May 23, 2025
5/10
We went as a couple expecting great things from the reviews. But overall the food was just OK. We cook a lot for friends and eat out, but we were both significantly underwhelmed by our experience. The guy who owns the place is lovely and engaged with us. Maybe we just hit on not a great night menu wise.

Lisa T. • 2 reviews
May 23, 2025
10/10
This is a lovely intimate restaurant. The food was very good and the service attentive. Limited vegetarian options and only pasta.

Hedrick R. • 5 reviews
May 14, 2025
9/10
Service was very good. Found that some items we had were excellent and some were ok. The Tiramisu is excellent.

Robert r. • 6 reviews
May 2, 2025
10/10
Food and service excellent

Jeffrey W. • 5 reviews
April 28, 2025
7.5/10
Tucked into a quiet Monopoli corner, this 7-table spot blends regional traditions with a nouveau twist. The open kitchen adds charm, but execution stumbles. The table beside me sent back the same dish twice and left unfed. The young waitress was earnest but inexperienced. Worst of all, the washroom door scrapes loudly across the floor with every visit, shattering the intimate mood. A place with heart and ambition, but still find its footing

Kurt A. • 1 review
March 22, 2025
10/10
I had a stunningly great meal. It started with a beautiful Sea Bream (fish) carpaccio that was incredibly fresh. The service was gracious and attentive. The staff is fluent in English, French and Italian.

Gerhard A. • 1 review
January 4, 2025
9.5/10
We loved the food and the impeccable service. Mille grazie.

Sinead O. • 2 reviews
November 30, 2024
10/10
Beautiful innovative menu with delicious tasting food. Highly recommend this restaurant if you are looking for something special.

Anne T. • 1 review
November 1, 2024
10/10
The food was fabulous and beautiful. The waiter was personable and made sure we knew what we were ordering. We were not rushed and had a very pleasant meal.

Patrizia R. • 10 reviews
October 25, 2024
9.5/10
excellent pasta made fresh in house! fish was perfectly done and very fresh! lovely service!

Karen R. • 2 reviews
October 19, 2024
10/10
Most amazing meal we’ve had in a very long time. Humble chef with a fantastic flavor profile-the squid ravioli was to die for!! Incredible wine selection and attentive service. We loved our appetizers (squid pasta and courgette), olive oil and bread, and mains (hangar steak and red fish) as well. We can’t wait to return!! Thank you Massimo for a special evening!

Andrea K. • 1 review
September 24, 2024
10/10
The amazing food and the very nice service.

Martin M. • 1 review
September 18, 2024
10/10
Linguistics: host spoke all the languages that I command, viz. English, Italian and French. atmosphere was convivial, food delightful. What else can a visitor to the delightful town of Monopoli ask for?