The no. 1 scampi tagliolino in the province of Bari

I'm Vito Amodio, chef at
Al Bel Paese. My passion for cooking was born in my mother’s workshop, the Pastificio Artigiano Molese, where I learned the art of fresh pasta and its perfect connection with seafood.

At our restaurant, we celebrate the authentic flavors of the Apulian sea, enhancing local catch and zero-kilometer ingredients. Each dish tells a story of tradition, with just the right touch of innovation to elevate the flavors without altering their essence.

Here, we serve good food—no compromises. We believe in absolute quality: expertly crafted fresh pasta and the finest fish from local small-scale fishermen, for those who truly appreciate the real taste of the sea.

At Al Bel Paese, you won’t find dishes made to impress, but to move you. Because real cuisine is about respecting the ingredients and bringing out their best—without unnecessary tricks.

The elegance of fine dining meets the true soul of the Apulian sea, with honest ingredients and flavors that tell a story of tradition.

From our kitchen come only dishes that tell the true story of Apulian tradition—those you once enjoyed at your grandparents’ or parents’ home, prepared with genuine ingredients and a deep love for old-style cooking.

Lunch or dinner at Al Bel Paese means rediscovering the authentic taste of the sea and the land, with bold flavors that bring back memories of family lunches and shared evening meals.

Cavatelli with seafood, paccheri with lobster, tagliolini with scorpionfish, riso patate e cozze... each dish is a tribute to tradition, made with fresh pasta from our own workshop and the finest local fish.

Every meal deserves a perfect ending, and our handcrafted desserts are the cherry on top of your experience at Al Bel Paese.

Made with genuine ingredients and recipes that honor Apulian tradition, our desserts celebrate the simplicity and authenticity of true flavor.

Our fresh fish pairs perfectly with pasta, creating an extraordinary harmony of flavors that brings the very best of our seafood cuisine straight to your table.

The use of time-honored techniques, combined with obsessive attention to detail, makes our fresh pasta truly exceptional: perfectly al dente, full of flavor, able to hold the sauce and release incredible taste in every bite.

For a true pasta lover, the difference between industrial pasta and homemade pasta isn’t just noticeable—it’s a sensory experience that transforms the way you enjoy food.

Our pasta is never ordinary, never rushed.

Every plate is a small work of art, crafted by the hands of those who love and respect both cuisine and tradition.

Every dish is prepared with fresh, local ingredients to ensure you an authentic experience.

Our kitchen team works with dedication to serve you only excellent dishes, prepared fresh to order. And if there’s one dish that truly represents us, it’s our Fresh Tagliolino with Scampi.

Our fresh tagliolini, handmade in our Pastificio Artigiano Molese, are crafted with premium Altamura semolina — a high-quality ingredient that gives the pasta its unique texture and a flavor steeped in our tradition.

For the sauce, we select only the best from our land and sea: cherry tomatoes from the Lapietra farm, grown using hydroponic methods to preserve their freshness and natural sweetness, and Mutti passata, for an authentic, rich taste.

To complete the dish, we add a 150g fresh scampo, carefully selected directly from local fishing boats, to ensure freshness and the unmistakable flavor of the Apulian sea.

Every ingredient is chosen with passion, to offer you a culinary experience that honors our tradition — with a touch of innovation — bringing the Apulian sea straight to your table.

Without false modesty, I can confidently say that the Tagliolino with Scampi at Al Bel Paese is the number one in the province of Bari.

That’s not just my opinion—it's confirmed by the hundreds and hundreds of glowing reviews our customers have written on Tripadvisor and Google, where they consistently praise our Tagliolino with Scampi in the sweetest words.

You’re craving a taste already, aren’t you?

I thought so...

And that’s exactly why we invite you to book a table now to savor the best of Apulian seafood cuisine.

Come and enjoy our Tagliolino with Scampi along with other seafood specialties, all prepared with fresh, carefully selected ingredients at Al Bel Paese.

What are you waiting for to rediscover the authentic flavors of the sea in a culinary experience that celebrates tradition and quality? Book your table now!

Beyond the goodness of fresh pasta and fresh fish, Al Bel Paese also boasts an exceptionally professional front-of-house service.

Inside the restaurant, you’ll find only swift, knowledgeable, and attentive waitstaff who, besides recommending the dishes, will guide you in choosing the best wines to pair with your meal.

Yes, our wine cellar is a true treasure for wine lovers, featuring over 120 labels including whites, rosés, sparkling wines, and an exclusive selection of champagne.

For those who appreciate spirits, we also offer a refined collection of grappas and eaux-de-vie, with more than 30 different varieties to perfectly complement your dining experience.

Let yourself be guided in discovering unique pairings that beautifully enhance the authentic flavors of our seafood cuisine.

My staff and I are waiting for you at Viale P.D. Pesce 14 in Mola di Bari.

See you soon,

Vito Amodio
Chef and Owner of Al Bel Paese – Fresh Pasta and Fresh Fish.

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A Special Recognition

We are proud to announce that Al Bel Paese – Fresh Pasta and Fresh Fish has been awarded as a Recommended Restaurant 2025 by Restaurant Guru.

A big thank you to all our customers for your trust and support!