Wonderful! I couldn't believe how authentic it was to restaurants in Italy. If you've never been to Italy, here's the place to go to see what a true Italian restaurant is like. The prices are reasonable as well. You must go soon. I'll be going regularly. Delicioso!! read more

Fantastic AUTHENTIC Italian restaurant run and managed by true Italians who know their food and the art of family hospitality. Finest produce, fresh home made pastas, well prepared and beautifully served dishes. Reasonable prices, nice relaxing ambience, and fine service. We will be back in no time. read more

Went here for dinner tonight, mostly based upon the positive reviews. Our group of 4 had a reservation and we were seated promptly. Saw the motorcycle parked in front of the restaurant taking up two prime parking spots. Not sure what they're going for here, but it's missing the mark. On the positive side, the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Our group ordered four different pasta meals, all were below expectations. I had the lasagna, which was the best tasting dish at the table. However, the portion was 3" x 3" which is pretty small for dinner. My wife had a pesto dish that was undercooked and tough. The other two meals were "underwhelming " with muted flavors and again improperly cooked pasta. Nobody in our group enjoyed the experience and were not inspired to consider coming back again. read more

I personally was not a fan. I did enjoy the staff and the authentic Italian feel. However, there were lots of disappointments. I did enjoy the pear salad and tuna carpaccio. Those were both 4/5. The Chilean Seabass 3.5/5 was delicious, but there was nothing served with it and was lacking in that respect. They could've put some potatoes or rice with it. It's à la carte. It also took forever for the dish to come out. The mushroom pasta was terrible -5/5. Our dessert was incredibly dry and probably one of the worst desserts I've ever had -10/5. I know the restaurant is new and it may be worth checking them out at a later date. There are too many other good restaurants around, so not sure if I will revisit. Also, they need to do something about the sewer smell that comes from the bathroom if you're sitting close to that area. read more

Great food! Enjoyed chatting with Armando e Francesco. The fritto misto was outstanding and so was the risotto and pasta alle vongole. What a gem!!! read more

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My rating is within the context of higher-end "date night" restaurants. I'll start with the food. I think the spaghetti with clams was very good. It was in a simple shellfish-garlic reduction, and the spaghetti was clearly house made. We ordered the Chef salad to split. Divided, it was plenty for each of us. It had plenty of candied walnuts and grilled pear slices. It had a balsamic glaze around the edges... artistically presented. My H had the lasagna. He likes to get lasagna from every Italian restaurant we try. He enjoyed the toasty bolognese sauce it was made with, as well as the copious amounts of ricotta inside it. We thought the wine list could have used some lower priced bottles. We ordered an Italian Sauvignon Blanc for $67. It tasted great but I probably would have been happy with a New Zealand SB For half the cost. I don't have the same complaint about water as the other yelpers. We asked for regular "tap" water and received it with no resistance. I also can't complain about the bread. It's crusty on the outside. That's how Europeans make bread. They served olive oil at the table. I'd have appreciated some balsamic vinegar to go with it. We did not experience a "butter candle". I'm not sure what that was about, but they must have discontinued it. Their silverware is nice and heavy. I get annoyed when high-end restaurants expect me to use Smart & Final thin, cheesy utensils. The atmosphere and ambience... I can say, "loud". Not entirely because of the room -- it was definitely "live" and could have used some baffling -- but mostly inconsiderate, entitled patrons acting like they own the joint. There was a group of five in the back corner booth, whom I hope were worth it to the owners, because the service at many of the other tables was diminished by the attention of the owners and chef, being poured into that corner. The volume added insult to injury. I can gauge imposing loudness by how many times I must say, "What?" to the man with a perfectly clear speaking voice, sitting two feet away. I recall at least five "whats". The chef came out and yuck-yucked with the loud table for a good 20 minutes. I wondered if anybody got food during that time. Other yelpers complained about the seating. I thought the chairs were nice. The banquets were fine; a little low but nothing to make a big deal out of. It was odd, we had reservations but were not asked if we had reservations. Once seated, we sat there staring into space until an owner finally noticed we didn't have menus. The owners wait the tables. They were very courteous and upbeat. Maybe we will go back, but probably not on a regular basis. The bill was a little spendy for it to become a regular outing. For similar cost, we could consider Mastros or Sette Sorelle for a more diverse menu and non-preferential service, albeit the latter is just as noisy. read more

Osteria 081 - Spaghetti with clams. Very good. - Italian Near Me - Newbury Park, California

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I really liked their burrata and tomatoes!! It tased really yummy, and their tiramisu was literally the best I've ever had!

This place is Amazing!! Delicious, fresh and authentic. Customers serve is great it's a must try

What a delight! Went here for the first time on the recommendation of friends we were meeting. Small space, but beautifully decorated. Service was attentive, knowledgeable, engaging and authentic. Our order included a complimentary amuse bouche, plus a beautifully presented burrata and heirloom tomato appetizer, super earthy mushroom paparadelle, seafood risotto and expertly presented table-side branzino. All food was fresh, well prepared and delicious. Our delightful server even presented a small glass of port after dessert, free. You feel like you're right there in Naples. Such a treat, we will definitely be back. read more

Popped in this place for a birthday. It was clean and newish. Food was good and ordered pasta with clams. Nice presentation and our party of 8 seemed happy. Bread was good as well along with apps. Service was good as well. read more

I came to be transported to Italy and I was disappointed. We ordered the fried calamari and shrimp - the shrimp was overcooked and the calamari was extremely chewy. We had the Gnocchi and it was mushy and the langoustine was overly salted. Skip this place. read more

Food was alright , nothing special. The service was good , very polite. Ambiance was not too comfortable. Very loud and noisy. read more

As soon as we walked in the door they were such a caring staff. Not used to such attentive service. Then dinner arrived. I got the lasagna. It was one of the best ones I've ever had. In all ways. Hot, perfect proportion with the layers. It was fabulous all around. Some people having been complaining about a minimum service charge. Who cares? I appreciate good service, food and atmosphere. If you can't afford a few bucks service charge- go to Presto Pasta. read more

Absolutely charming authentic Italian restaurant. A friend and I made reservations for Saturday night. We were seated promptly. The restaurant is light and beautiful. I really loved the open concept kitchen where you can watch your food being prepared. The caprese starter was fresh and delicious. We each ordered the paparedelle with mushrooms. It was simple, fresh and well executed. The noodles were homemade and can melt in your mouth. The owners Francesco and Armando took excellent care of us. They poured us a delicious sparkling rose. We finished our dinner with the tiramisu. It was excellent. We will definitely be back. read more

10/10 service. 10/10 food The staff is very kind and attentive. The food tasted very fresh. Not much more to say really. read more

Went there for the second visit tonight. First visit was on their opening night which had a few challenges. Tonight they asked if we wanted tap, still or sparkling water (the first night tap wasn't mentioned). I chose sparkling tonight because I prefer that and am fine with the price. They served some delicious I don't know what little bite from the kitchen -- sauce was a creamy almost Alfredo. But I swear I have no clue what the square was but it was tasty. The bread was MUCH better this visit. Bread sticks were eh but not covered in sesame seeds like last time, so overall an improvement. We shared the meatballs --- very tender and super tasty. Amazing marinara... the burrata salad with heirloom tomatoes was delish. I had the minestrone for the second time. It was delicious- but not like a traditional minestrone - no pasta, no tomatoes, but just a light delicious soup with a bunch of veggies. Although I think the last time it had a few tomatoes in it. One of my favorite things they make. We also had the mushroom pappardelle. It was good with lots of porcini mushrooms but I feel it could benefit from some butter and maybe some portobellos and maybe shorter noodles- but I get that they've made it the Italian way (no butter). Pasta-wise, I preferred the lasagna from my last visit. All of their pastas (except spaghetti and penne) are handmade and tender. I'll try another type next time - wasn't hungry enough to share two pasta dishes tonight. Dessert was their amazing tiramisu. It's a must-try in my view. Oh and my daughter had a glass of wine (super Tuscan? It's an Italian red blend. See photo) that was delish. We recommended it to a wine loving friend as soon as we left. Service was freaking AMAZING. On a scale of 1-10, it was a 12-13. I am shocked that anyone has had crummy service. They are super attentive. I wish Armando and Francesco much luck. I will be back soon. read more

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Greater warmly and felt welcome Menu was limited but good choices Restaurant was extremely loud and hard to hear at our table. They need acoustic adjustments with some fabric panels. Found it odd they could not give us separate checks (2) Overall nice addition to the neighborhood but could use some adjustments read more

Wonderful meal in a warm, welcoming environment. The owners are gracious and generous hosts, and the service was great. The food was excellent and fresh, and the desserts were very good, too. Highly recommended, and make sure to try the wines! read more

Went to dinner here with my Fiancé and some friends on Friday evening. Both the food and the service were outstanding! The restaurant has a modern but still very comfortable ambiance. The open window view of the kitchen gives it a very authentic feel. Certainly a great place for a date night or a family outing. I had the New York steak (rare) as I like to order, and it was beyond delicious! Melt in mouth texture with delicious flavor! I also ordered a garden salad which had pears, and a homemade balsamic dressing! As tasty as the steak was the salad was a close second because of the dressing. That is saying a lot being that I am a big red meat eater! I would highly recommend a visit to this restaurant, and will definitely be back soon! read more

Osteria 081 - New York Steak (Rare) - Italian Near Me - Newbury Park, California

Had a great dining experience at new restaurant. Ambience was very nice and really liked the decor of the restaurant. Seats were comfortably cushioned not only in the booth, but also at the tables. Service was great. Especially, for a new restaurant just starting out. And finally, the food. Really enjoyed every dish I ordered. My favorites were the Carpaccio. All ingredients were perfect harmony. Very flavorful. Caesar salad was great. The Ravioli w/ Spinach and the Branzino also delicious. Overall, very impressed. I will be coming back. read more

My husband and I stumbled upon this restaurant last week. Don't be fooled by the strip mall location, this restaurant has excellent Italian food! We sat at a table that had a clear view to the open kitchen, so it was a "dinner and a show" experience! The service was fantastic! All the food we had ( soup, chicken entre, and pasta dish) was perfectly prepared and delicious! All-in-all, it was a fantastic dining experience! We will be back! read more

Tables and chairs are uncomfortable/too small. Caesar salad was the smallest salad I have ever seen. Ordered the ny steak and it came pre sliced and raw... asked for a refire and came back nasty. No offer for refund. Owners were strange and kinda pushy. $170 I will never get back. Mark and avoid. read more

We should have turned away the moment we realized the owner parks a motorcycle right in front of the restaurant. Parking is already limited in a strip mall... Perfect, let's take away the 2 best spots from guests by parking an American Harley sideways taking up two spots. We walk in to try this experience anyways since we've heard this new upscale Italian restaurant is worth a try... right away the staff seemed annoyed we are there. It felt like they were trying to close an hour early? Already off to a bad start we still order. The setup inside is strange, loud and uncomfortable. The food was flavorful and above average, however, portions were smaller than expected. I'm easy to please most times, I can't complain about the cuisine. I can see why some will enjoy it. Now the second reason for a subpar review... hidden surcharge. What are we doing. The pricing is already very high. Chipping away further at your guests with hidden fees is disgusting and shameful. The moment I saw that, we paid the bill and said we won't be back. read more

Best Italian food in the area. Really authentic! Great service, owners are super nice and make you feel right at home. Can't wait to be back. Bravi!! read more

Osteria 081 - Spaghetti alle vongole - Italian Near Me - Newbury Park, California

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The food/wine, ambience and service were amazing! Truly authentic food and delicious. I was so surprised to find such a gem in Newbury Park and will definitely go back again and again! read more

Had an amazing dinner at Osteria 081. Owners are from Naples. Super friendly and welcoming. Homemade pasta like my Nonna would make. Branzino prepared tableside. Delicious. Hard to believe food prepared at this level is here in the Conejo Valley. read more

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I would definitely recommend a reservation ! Osteria is a very nice upscale restaurant ! The atmosphere is very friendly and comfortable. The menu was easy to read both in Italian and English. The food was fantastic! Service could not have been better. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Osteria 081 is fabulous. The service was perfect, the atmosphere was relaxed, and the food was nothing short of delicious. We had their lasagna, ravioli, and tiramisu-- all of which was made right before our eyes using fresh and locally acquired ingredients. We will definitely be coming back! read more

We had heard there was a new authentic Italian restaurant in Newbury Park. We were out in that area running errands and we decided to check it out. The restaurant is nice and cozy and the staff were very friendly and attentive. You can tell the owners were extremely excited to be open and were eager to share their food with the community. We ordered a caesar salad to start. For the main dishes, we had the mushroom pappardelle and the maccheroni al ragù, both with handmade noodles. They even split our dishes because they knew were wanted to share. The presentation of the food was beautifully plated. The food was magnificent and the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, For dessert, one of the owners surprised us with a panna cotta with fresh berries. Wow!! We are looking forward to eating there again soon! read more

We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! Authentic Italian food+ nice ambiance + friendly and warm service made our night extra special. The Pasta is fresh and made in house, cooked perfectly al-dente. The wine list was extensive. The branzino was perfectly cooked and beautifully delivered. We look forward to going back! read more

Wow! What a great dinner! Wanted to try this Italian restaurant and was pleasantly surprised and impressed.. it is the real deal straight from Italy.. the service was attentive, the ambiance is so relaxing and pleasant and the food exceptional! Starting with the delicious complimentary bread and real olive oil that tasted so good.. then the salad and main entree.. the lasagna was so fresh and delicious! Felt like we had gone back to Italy! Both of our meals including the delicious chocolate cake for dessert and expreso was outstanding. Highly recommend this authentic and delicious restaurant. We will definitely be returning! So happy that another amazing restaurant has arrived in Newbury Park..feel so lucky that we don't have to go over the hill to get outstanding and authentic higher quality food. This is a must go to restaurant!! read more

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Great food, great service and a beautiful interior with comfortable seating. This is my first time in and we had such a nice experience. We actually chose to do family style so that we could all try a number of different dishes, appetizer salad, main dishes, and everything was so good. read more

Sooooo Soooo amazing! We had such a great time at Osteria 081. The food was delicious, the service was so kind, and the whole vibe was cozy and welcoming. Such a cute little spot -- we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Osteria 081 - Italian Near Me - Newbury Park, California

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If I were just rating the food, it would prbably be 3 1/2 stars, the service, the same. We had the Caesar salad which, while being quite tasty, was the smallest Caesar salad I have ever had. No offer was made for fresh ground black pepper, for a mini Caesar salad that appeared on the bill for $21. The actual bowl was about 4 inches in diameter and maybe 1 1/2 inches deep. And for this, it was listed on the menu for $18 and appeared on the bill for $21. (More on this later). I kind of thought that $18 was high for a normal size Caesar salad, but we decided to go for it anyway. How much would it have cost to provide a normal amount of Romaine lettuce, the main ingredient in a Caesar salad? The fried calamari and shrimp was well done and the eggplant parmigiana was about average. Now about the bill. The prices of every menu item on the bill was noticably higher than the prices listed on the menu. We paid the bill with a credit card with them using one of those portable machines they use to process the credit card at the table. They never asked if we wanted a receipt. Without thinking, we added a 20% tip and started to leave at which point I realized the total seemed off. I went back in and asked for a receipt. Imagine my surprise when I discovered all four menu items were charged a good amount more than what was listed on the menu. When I brought this to their attention, they begrudgingly handed me a $10 bill which didn't quite cover the overcharges, much less the tax, tip, and non cash adjustment on the overcharges. The tax, tip, and non cash adjustment totaled just under 31%. It's not about the $3+ they still kept that they didn't deserve, it's the principle. I really don't like to trash any business, especially a new one, unless something egregious has occurred. Buyer be ware. Check those receipts. read more

Beautiful new restaurant in town, I can easily say one of the best Italian food I ever eat in California, we want there for lunch with my family we order some appetizers all very good , the fritto was amazing the tonno carpaccio one of the best I ever try , the meatballs very flavorful and soft the marina was very good , the spaghetti vongole was very fresh and delicious we got the lasagna and was amazing too overall all the dish was very well made very flavorful, the service was very friendly very welcoming and the chef in the kitchen is Italian and that the best part when you see Italian people working in a Italian restaurant , that how you know the food is good and authentic ... very happy to found this beautiful location for sure we gonna go again , you can definitely tell this place is made with love by the owner read more

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We had a really great experience at Osteria 081. The food stood out right away -- everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you can tell they're using high-quality ingredients. The vegetables especially had that just-picked flavor you usually only get from a farmers market, and it really came through in the sauces. Every dish felt thoughtfully made and full of flavor. Quick side note -- we didn't realize it was more of an upscale spot when we came in with our toddler . She wasn't exactly on her best behavior, but the staff couldn't have been nicer. They were super welcoming, patient, and made us feel comfortable the whole time, which we really appreciated. Great food, great service, and a genuinely warm atmosphere. We'll definitely be back (maybe next time with a babysitter!) read more

Had a fantastic meal at Osteria last night. The atmosphere is warm and inviting--perfect for a nice dinner. I had the Fried Calamari and Spinach Ravioli. And then the Tiramisu for dessert. All were delicious. Service was great. And the restaurant itself is very nicely decorated and cozy. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for authentic, Italian food in the area." read more

My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience at Osteria 081. A big part of that was thanks to Francesco, the host. From the moment we walked in, he greeted us with genuine warmth and professionalism that immediately set the tone for the evening. I ordered spaghetti and my husband ordered steak - food was delicious well seasoned and tender. Francesco was attentive, organized, and made sure everything ran smoothly, even during a busy time. He handled seating efficiently while still making each guest feel valued and welcome. His friendly personality and attention to detail truly elevated the overall experience. It's rare to come across someone who balances hospitality and efficiency so effortlessly. Francesco is a true asset to the restaurant, and we'll definitely be returning--thanks in no small part to his outstanding service. read more

Great ambiance , great food and amazing people! The owners , Francesco & Armando are two authentic and passionate Italians, knowing what they are doing and delivering what you really expect from a real italian restaurant ! We are going to come back soon , for sure ! read more

Food was perfectly prepared and presented and delicious for my wife and me. Service was VERY friendly and impeccable. The owners were omnipresent, knowledgeable and eager to share everything including ingredients, portion size and decor. I learned "Osteria" means casual restaurant therefore, there are no tablecloths. I learned that their delicious Torte dessert did not include chocolate sauce because that is not the Italian way to serve it. HOWEVER, next time they will provide us with a side portion. We learned how they prepared our delicious pasta dishes of ravioli and farfalle. The meatball appetizer was enough to share, warm, delicious and with enough red, Italian gravy to dip the warm crusty bread as well. Let's welcome Osterial 081 to Newbury Park! read more