Palazzo Bianchi B&b Trani - TRANI

I've been here twice and the food is ok. The appetisers were particularly good (mussels, octopus, cheese platter), but the main courses I tried both times were... read more I've been here twice and the food is ok. The appetisers were particularly good (mussels, octopus, cheese platter), but the main courses I tried both times were rather disappointing.

We found the restaurant on a list of pizzerias (the list provided by our B&B host), a short 5 minute walk from our lodgings. But Corte Bianchi is more than a pi... read more We found the restaurant on a list of pizzerias (the list provided by our B&B host), a short 5 minute walk from our lodgings. But Corte Bianchi is more than a pizzeria, offering salads and pasta, among other items. We had lunch, with two glasses of red wine, one pizza and one huge caprese salad, a large bottle of water and a basket of some of the best bread we have had so far in Italy (not baked there, but oh-so-good). With two coperto charges, the total bill was a reasonable 25 euro. We sat out in the beautiful back courtyard that you enter by going all the way through the restaurant and up stairs. Lots of trees, chirping birds and tables. An overall good experience, with many pizza and other food choices. Note: while the location is not right on the harbor, it is only a minute’s walk away, still in the historic centro area.

We enjoyed coffee with pastries here several mornings during our stay. The backyard area is very pleasant and shady and the service is very friendly. Would have... read more We enjoyed coffee with pastries here several mornings during our stay. The backyard area is very pleasant and shady and the service is very friendly. Would have loved to have come during the evening for a meal, but never made it. I would recommend checking it out!

Very quiet, soft music, very unusual organized flea market atmosphere, entirely homemade organic dishes read more Very quiet, soft music, very unusual organized flea market atmosphere, entirely homemade organic dishes

We dined at Corti Bianche during our stay in Trani, and since it was a Saturday evening, we preferred to make a reservation. Upon our arrival, we were greeted b... read more We dined at Corti Bianche during our stay in Trani, and since it was a Saturday evening, we preferred to make a reservation. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by a wonderful garden, meticulously cared for down to the smallest detail, which immediately conveyed a pleasant sense of elegance and serenity. The hosts proved to be truly delightful. What I appreciated most was their honesty: the menu features a scrocchiarella, a generous portion that easily fills two people. Although we intended to order a first course as well, the owner very candidly advised us to wait and decide later. A gesture that, especially in a tourist destination, is by no means a given. At the table, I commented, Too honest for a holiday destination, where the opposite often happens. And in that moment, I felt truly protected, as a guest and not simply as a customer. We followed their advice, and they were right: one scrocchiarella was more than enough. We also noticed the same genuine and caring attitude towards the other tables: a rare attention, demonstrating how truly family-run this place is and how the owners have chosen to put customer satisfaction first. My sincerest compliments go to them: authentic hosts who, despite the times and the touristy environment, have chosen to play their cards on the table with transparency and heart. Corte Bianchi is more than just a restaurant: it 's an oasis of authenticity, where honesty becomes an integral part of the menu and where, beyond good food, you can savor the human value of those who welcome you. A place that stays in your heart, and that deserves to be remembered and recommended.