Il Melograno

The story

Il Melograno, Trani – Michelin-Recommended Seafood Restaurant

For over three decades, Il Melograno has been a steady presence in the heart of Trani. The restaurant’s name – “the pomegranate” – hints at a place of warmth and generosity, and the reality lives up to it. Open daily except Wednesday, it welcomes guests for romantic dinners, business lunches, or casual get‑togethers, always with the same relaxed, unhurried atmosphere.

The dining room is the first thing you notice: a large, airy space wrapped in glass. Natural light pours in, reflecting off the tables and making the room feel both bright and intimate. Beyond the windows, the green of the trees adds a sense of calm – a quiet escape from the bustle of the city. This same room, with its generous proportions, also hosts private events and celebrations, from family gatherings to parties where guests can dance and make memories.

The kitchen is where Il Melograno truly shines. The creative team of chefs builds menus around the freshest seafood, a cuisine that feels perfectly at home in this coastal city. Dishes like spaghettone e gamberi – thick spaghetti with prawns – and a tender octopus preparation are visual and flavourful highlights, though the menu changes regularly to reflect what the sea offers. Each plate is conceived to delight without pretension.

That commitment to quality and consistency has not gone unnoticed. Il Melograno holds a Michelin Recommended distinction for 2026, a recognition that speaks to the restaurant’s ability to deliver refined seafood dining in a genuinely welcoming setting. After 35 years, it remains a place where Trani locals and visitors alike can enjoy a meal that feels both special and effortless.