Bombette martinesi
The celebrated bombette (stuffed meat rolls) are the house's flagship dish, available in traditional, breaded and spicy versions, following the recipe that defines Martina Franca's cuisine.
Dining · Martina Franca (TA)
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Braceria in the historic centre of Martina Franca specialising in bombette and chargrilled meat
Eccellenza Italianacertificata 2026–2027
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The place
La Piccola Brace da Rè represents the authenticity of Martina Franca's culinary tradition in the heart of the town's historic centre. The small, welcoming restaurant stands out for its selected meat cooked over live charcoal, following handed-down techniques. Renzo, owner and braciere, together with Lucia and the team, serves the celebrated Puglian bombette in their various forms, the cingummine and a selection of fine cuts. The family-run, informal atmosphere welcomes guests in the small indoor dining room or outside during the warmer months.
At the table
La Piccola Brace da Rè occupies a corner of the historic centre of Martina Franca, in Largo Giacinto Martucci, where the tradition of chargrilled meat is handed down with respect.
Why you can trust it
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«Carne veramente ottima. Servizio veloce»
5 rosettes · August 2, 2026«Posto unico per qualità della carne e gentilezza del personale. Per chi vuole mangiare in maniera eccellente da provare assolutamente.... Attenzione crea dipendenza»
5 rosettes · April 24, 2026Accounts appear in the language they were written in, without corrections or translation.
Location
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Services and features
The celebrated bombette (stuffed meat rolls) are the house's flagship dish, available in traditional, breaded and spicy versions, following the recipe that defines Martina Franca's cuisine.
The cingummine feature among the recommended specialities, an expression of local tradition that the restaurant interprets faithfully.
The sausages are cooked over the live charcoal grill, flavourful and served in generous portions.
A selection of excellent quality cuts of meat, cooked to perfection on the grill, including the steak, which respects the timing and temperatures of traditional cooking.
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What visitors say
«If you're looking for real Martina Franca-style chargrilled meat, this is undoubtedly the right place. The meat is excellent.»
«Small, intimate restaurant in the heart of Martina Franca. Honest prices, in line with the quality. Kindness should never go out of style.»
«Excellent quality meat. Very flavourful. Fresh. Affordable prices. Generous portions. We tried the excellent sausages and the perfect steak.»
«La Piccola Brace da Re is not just a chargrill restaurant: it's an authentic experience that captures the whole soul of Puglia. Excellent quality meat.»
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In the making · La brace
Cooking is done exclusively over live charcoal, following handed-down techniques that respect the timing and characteristics of each cut.
The meat is carefully selected for quality and freshness, ensuring flavour and texture in every preparation.
In addition to table service in the indoor dining room or outside, the braceria offers takeaway and home delivery by reservation.