Our first visit based on high recommendations. I don't get it. Had the charcuterie tray ($28) was, at best average. 4 small cheese triangles, 4 small amount sod meats, raw walnuts and guarantee - o descriptions, no crackers, olives, nothing ... very limited menu, husband and ordered the special ($38), similar to grits sel Mar ( it spicy) with two of each clams, Mussels, shrimp and calamari. No pasta. I had the chicken, flavorless, overcooked, no sauce or pasta. Brought half home to try to salvage it. All that for $132 w a single glass of wine for hubby. Don't recommend and will not return. read more

This local restaurant in Falmouth seems very popular.we have eaten nearby a few times and the menu seemed good for our needs. It is a very quaint Italian decor to go with the menu. The owl wall art plays right into it name. Civetta is an owl and they had collected and framed many styles. We started with the summer salad, watercress,arugula,shaved Piave cheese, butter and lemon croutons,pickled summer squash,watermelon radish and tiny little sunflower seeds. These were far fresher and tastier than any others I have had. It had a nice simple salad dressing. Unfortunately my only complaint about the meal was that the bread entirely too plain and dry. Not toasted enough to enrich and yet not soft and fresh. My husband had the grilled octopus and he dared me attentive. The charring was good and gave it a better crisp bite. Served with cherry tomatoes and small toasted potatoes, also very good. I had the tagliolini ribbon pasta. With lobster and shrimp and a very light sauce of crushed roasted cherry tomatoes which went well together. There was enough lobster to remain the dominant flavor but the shrimp made it a mor affordable meatiness to it. I had the baci (chocolate and chopped hazelnut ) gelato and my husband had the stracciatella (Chocolate chip) gelato. We had some Prosecco with our meal, my husband the white and I had a sort of sweet pear rosé type. Our waiter was genuinely friendly and helpful and staff was well distributed through the room. It seems a lot of locals come as so many seemed well acquainted with staff. read more

Osteria La Civetta - The wall of owls with a local home, perhaps the owner's? - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

We recently dined at Osteria La Civetta and had a wonderful experience. The drinks, meals and desserts were excellent as was the service and atmosphere. We sat at a table but the bar was full. Maybe multiple regulars. Not sure but a good time was had by all. We are looking forward to our next visit. read more

Never disappoints.....especially for New Years Eve....service was amazing, from the moment we walked in, they were very inviting and the ambiance and atmosphere was festive but super classy....the waitress Amy was a professional, kind, attentive and very efficient..... bottle of wine was a nice Chianti reserva and reasonably priced.....appetizers (pulipo and polpete/polenta) where tasty, well balanced and plated very well......it was a small menu for the New Years Evening but didn't disappoint, lamb was cooked perfectly and seasoned well, the cotaleta ( fried cutlet) was perfectly cooked tender, the homade tortalini soup had a great broth and the tortalini were not over cooked which had a nice al dente bite to them. Thanks for a special night Osteria La Civetta.....looking forward to seeing you again in 2026! read more

My family LOVED our food here. Honestly zero critiques from any of us. My pasta was so fresh and light, yet flavorful. However the service was very lackluster. It looked like there was one server for the 3 tables in the room, and he moved as slow as molasses. We had to ask the busboy for water as our server forgot. Despite the slow service we are excited to come back! read more

Osteria La Civetta - Shrimp and lobster pasta special - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

I ordered the daily special, which was a shrimp ravioli with sautéed shrimp and zucchini. My dish came with one and a half shrimp: the shrimp had been cut in half and I got three pieces. The sauce was virtually tasteless. I ordered spinach on the side for a green vegetable and it tells you something that the spinach was by far the best part of the meal. I'm giving it two stars because I've been there before and enjoyed the food, but this was just sad. read more

We always have amazing food and a wonderful experience here. We love the ambience. It's a bit romantic and so quaint. The staff are all really friendly and even made special suggestions for my children. read more

Osteria La Civetta - Limoncello martini - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

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My favorite restaurant in Falmouth. Authentic Italian and delicious. The atmosphere is cozy and accommodating.

Delicious food and excellent ambiance! Wait staff is knowledgeable and attentive. Would definitely go back.

Review for take out. On top of the overpriced dishes, a service fee was added to the bill. Spaghetti Pomodoro (pasta with tomato sauce) should not be $20. It screamed sad all over when I opened the box. Order seemed like to be off the kid's menu because I finished the order in four bites? Tagliolini with lobster meat (three small pieces?) was on the dry side. At least the dish came with a little more pasta. Staff who attended my order was nice and gave me fresh warm bread - good thing for the extra carbs because I was still hungry afterwards. The restaurant looks cute inside read more

Osteria La Civetta - Tagliolini with lobster meat - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

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Fantastic fresh homemade Italian food. I had the Puttanesca and it was delicious. Limited menu is a very good sign, everything is homemade and made to order. read more

Osteria La Civetta - Menu is simple and limited. An extremely good sign, just like Rome! - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

We had a guest from Boston staying with us and wanted to eat lunch in or near Falmouth MA. We remembered dining at an Italian restaurant in Falmouth, but couldn't remember the name. Once we got to Osteria La Civetta, we knew that was the restaurant we had previously visited. Our waitress was very attentive and brought us wonderful Focaccia with olive oil. The three of us each ordered something different, with two of us getting salads as starters. The Autunno salad was fabulous with the Arugula and other greens very fresh. Great taste with sun dried tomatoes and fresh orange slices. We each got different pasta entrees: Pomodoro, Tagliatelle, and Cacio e Pepe. All three entrees were perfect with each pasta cooked al dente. My Tagliatelle was served with a very nice Bolognese sauce. I'm glad we found Osteria La Civetta again. read more

Friday night special - Lasagna! Amazing! Highly recommend. You can only get it Friday. Definitely worth it. read more

Osteria La Civetta - Lasagna special on Friday night. Amazing!!! - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

We live in the area and have been meaning to try this place forever. It certainly surpassed our expectations and we were thrilled by our meal. We split each course and they were nice enough to separate the dish for us on two separate plates. The caprese was so fresh and the pasta was out of this world amazingly good. Cute atmosphere. Our only critique is that our waitress seemed less than thrilled to be there. Everyone else we interacted with was very nice and welcoming. read more

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Do you like beer? Then you'll like this place. They also have an outdoor food pavilion as well.

5 STARS for the decor! This place drips in all things I love on a Saturday evening for dinner. The vibe is great, the scene - probably one of the best in the area if you are trying to get out and be in a lively yet simultaneously calming, but still energetic environment. What fell a bit flat was the food if I have to be completely honest. I ordered the PAPPARDELLE AI FUNGHI with truffle zest and my boyfriend TAGLIATELLE. We both felt equally the same about the food. It was ok, but nothing out of this world, a tab bit blah and lacking in flavor all things considered. I chose Osteria La Civetta for the carbs! I was running a marathon the next morning and felt this would be a great option and it really is. If you are out with the girls, fam, a date or even solo this is an excellent option on Main Street. When we arrived a bit late due to getting caught in our first Nor'easter driving in, and I overheard a bit of sass as to if they'd still seat us. I completely disregarded it and we were told they would. I could have done without that but once we were in the bar, service was immediate and my drink order was taken, followed by our table being ready within minutes. Service was great and I'd return in the future if I wanted to dine out in the area. read more

This was the best meal we've had in a long time! The food, ambiance, service, and presentation were all top notch. Highly recommend!

I'm going to be wondering about the 4 star rating for this restaurant. Upon arrival we were not welcomed by the hostess only until a server pointed out the hostess. Who then proceeded to sit us at a table for one and myself and lady friend asked for a larger table and was told people love this table. Well I don't want to question a person that " The customer is paying you not the reverse. Unprofessional with attitude. The angry looks from one server was typical unprofessional service. Food was good but not 5 Star and the dessert was tasteless. I can say the coffee was delicious read more

I strongly recommend Osteria La Civetta in Falmouth. The food is freshly made every day and the service is fantastic! The atmosphere is wonderful. Always a joy to relax for a beautiful dinner there. read more

An excellent meal at Osteria La Civetta. Each course we had was outstanding, and they very kindly split each course in two so my husband and I could share (and experience) each course. We had the salmon salad which featured gravlax, avocado, arugula, mesclun greens, and celery -- a perfect mix of bitter, salty, and creamy; tortellini filled with butternut squash with a sage butter sauce -- yummy pillows of squash swimming in a butter sauce livened up by fresh sage; the cod loin with a flavorful accompaniment of tomatoes, capers, olives, and kale; and topped the meal off with a vanilla panne cotta with a strawberry coulis -- beautiful. The service was outstanding and the outdoor patio was perfect on a summer evening. They also had a small but lovely wine selection. Perfect even with COVID precautions in place. read more

Osteria La Civetta - Outdoor patio - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

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One of the most romantic restaurants in Falmouth,Cape Cod .I loved the atmosphere and the food.Definitely European size entrees ,fresh bread and a nice selection of wine. We went as a family of 4 and we felt cramped at the table .The party next to us was very loud and we could barely hear our waitress. read more

Always great and such a lovely space we have been going for years. Charming inside and out--we love the outdoor space under the pergola.

Beautiful restaurant in downtown Falmouth! We we sat outside on their patio which was lovely. It me intimate and cozy (but appropriately socially distanced due to COVID19) with a beautiful ivy covered wall. We got some incredible cocktails (the lemon lavender and limoncello) and both were amazing without being too strong. We started with the burrata which was creamy and delightful, served with amazing prosciutto flowers that balanced the dish very well by adding some saltiness. My husband got the lobster risotto which had a good sized portion of lobster and he said it was perfectly cooked. I had the tortelloni in a sage butter sauce which was heavenly and perfectly portioned. A must stop for a Cape Cod date night! read more

Osteria La Civetta - Burrata with prosciutto flowers - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

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No idea why this place does not have more stars. The food is simply amazing. We go every year, making a reservation and asking for the lasagna special to be set aside for us because we love it so much. Nice cozy ambiance. Service has always been friendly and priced to match the area and quality of food. Very authentic, not to be missed! read more

Started off with 2 glasses of wine that were served in wine glasses that looked like they came from Ocean State Job Lot. The meat and cheese board was excellent Waitress needs to find a new career, took our order and we didn't see her again until she bought our bill The food is mediocre and the portions are miniscule, my Bolognese was literally 6 fork full of pasta. Save you money and go across the street to the Quarterdeck or next door to Estia. read more

The location and ambience of this spot made this a restaurant that for years we enjoyed. The food was always hit or miss, some things being delectable, and others inedible, as was there unpredictable service, but we went back for the memories. It has taken me a long time to decide to write this review. I don't, usually, but the way we were treated was so appalling, our last visit, it has left scars. Members of our multigenerational party have special needs. The matriarch of our family is protective of that fact, and made a request for a table less crowded by others. This request was met with an attitude by the hostess, and the server that night also was unpleasant. One entree came out uncooked, and there wasn't an immediate unprompted offer to fix it. Because of this unwelcoming and inedible experience, we chose to pay (leaving still a 20% tip) and leave, but our disappointment in our treatment was mentioned. On the street, on the way to our car, the owner came out and for at least five minutes assaulted us. There was a small child present, an elderly person, and they didn't apologize for the uncooked food, or thank us for still rewarding the service in the tip, they just screamed at us, telling us never to come back, for the fact that we had complained about not being treated kindly. I understand fully how hard this life can be, for all of us. We all struggle with the traumas and hardships we encounter, in ways that make it possible for us to live. I have heard how the pandemic has impacted restaurants, and I am aware that some people can be unkind, as a life practice, bringing that unkind energy into the restaurants they frequent. I feel sad that servers and staff have to encounter that regular mistreatment. But that isn't us. We were repeat customers, we were trying to delicately address where things hadn't worked that night, and to be so publicly abused is something I have otherwise never experienced. I was shocked that night and shocked still, and I simply cannot go another moment without warning others. This may be a popular spot, it is in a great location, and sometimes the food and service was excellent, but there is no excuse for abuse. ​​There simply isn't. As much as restaurants deserve to be treated well, so do diners. And diners shouldn't have to pay to sit silently and not speak out when a dining experience isn't pleasant. I feel great sadness in my heart about that night. And it will impact my family forever. Although I know these words are only our experience, I had to say what I couldn't, in shock, that night. We deserved better treatment. read more

Loved it The best ever in my estimation I felt like I was in Sienna enjoying quality food and friendly neighbors I will rave about it to family and friends You got my attention big time! I had the tortellini with butternut squash and a side of spinach My husband had the lasagna Both dishes were wonderful It is a must on your bucket list There is ample parking across the street in a big parking lot Satisfied customer Jackie S read more

I look forward to coming here each summer for the BEST carbonara! No picture because we dove- in and ate it all! The atmosphere is intimate and cozy, the staff is friendly and the olive plate with gorgonzola mousse, the Salad Rikki and the homemade bread dipped in olive oil and pepper is worth every bite! read more

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Incredible food at what feels like a hidden gem. Fresh pasta with much more variety than your standard red-and-white-sauce establishment. First off, the two (minor) issues that kept us from giving five stars: first, the tortellini were fairly undercooked. Second, the food translates very poorly to takeout (which is more the fault of COVID than anything else); the texture of the pasta suffered a lot. Tortelloni - 4/5: the flavor was excellent. Butter and sage are always a great combo, and also paired well with the butternut squash. Rich and sweet without being too heavy. Seafood carbonara - 4/5: again, excellent flavor. The seafood was an interesting addition; not sure we liked it more than guanciale, but hey, it's Cape Cod. The sauce was a beautiful yolky yellow and wasn't runny at all; however, it didn't do well in the takeout container after cooling. Spring salad - 5/5: very nice salad. The peas had a great bite and tasted very fresh. The radicchio added a nice crunch. Good blend of textures-- basically your ideal salad. read more

They were kind enough to seat us even without a reservation. This place gets busy and I can appreciate restaurants that are flexible when planning ahead isn't always possible. The atmosphere in the back of the restaurant is very charming and intimate. You feel like you're someplace special and not just in a huge open seating area like so many places. We ordered the sliced meats app, and the Caprese salad. The charcuterie was amazing! The meats and cheeses melt in your mouth. Highly recommend! The lasagna is their signature and it's only served on Fridays and Saturdays in which they do run out. It as a perfect balance of ingredients and hits the spot of indulging. The carbonara was really good as well and your can't really go wrong with Carbonara. I would get the lasagna next time for sure! read more

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Great ambiance, food, and the service is always a treat. If you are looking for a romantic date or girls night this is the perfect spot.

Came for dinner and wasn't impressed with the menu. Not a lot of options. My chicken was dry but the rest was good. Waitress was not friendly and the prices were high. Not worth it read more

The North End comes to the Cape in this hidden jewel. The homie atmosphere, it is like you have come to Nonna's for Sunday Dinner. Pre COVID I had been going to the North End for years and had many a carbonara and this by far has been the best one I have eaten. Staff is super friendly and helpful, if you eat inside COVID safe. If you are in Falmouth and craving authentic homie Italian this is the place to go. read more

Osteria La Civetta - Best Carbonara Ever!!!!!! - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

I was walking along Main Street and spotted this cute Italian place. Good thing I had already made reservations thanks to Yelp. It was freezing outside, but I was welcomed into this cozy warm restaurant. Out came a a basket of warm fresh bread. I love good bread with olive oil. For my main course, I had the rigatoni. The portion size was just right, it wasn't too big, and not too small. As much as I love the huge portion sizes that they have in the North End, I don't have self control and will keep eating. I must lack a gene for fullness. Anyways, the rigatoni came with deep fried egg plant, pecorino cheese and chili pepper. It had just the right amount of spiciness to it, a nice tiny kick. If you are looking for a cozy Italiano place or a good spot for date night, go to Osteria La Civetta! read more

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Had a fabulous meal last nite. The pesto and pasta are home made and excellent...... Accompanied by a crispy glass of Chardonnay. read more

Osteria La Civetta - This is the best pesto I've ever had. Homemade pasta to accompany it made for a fabulous meal. Highly recommend this. - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

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The portions are very small, the prices are very high, but on the flip-side everything was delicious and the service was okay. So, if you're an okay-service, high-prices, great-food-in-small-portions kind of diner, this place is for you! read more

Osteria La Civetta - Bucatini - Italian Near Me - Falmouth, Massachusetts

Delicious pesto! Delicious pasta! The perfect spot for a glass of wine and a leisurely dinner. The wait staff was attentive but not obsequious. The vibe is versatile. This was my second visit. They know what they're doing and I look forward to visiting again soon! read more

One of my favorite places of all time! I wish I could eat here everyday and can't wait to go back to falmouth to come here! The pastas are the perfect size and had tons of the seafood in them. The burrata and tomatoes are so fresh and delicious. Great wine selection as well. The interior of the restaurant looks like something out of an Italian bistro. read more

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It was verrrry over priced and my portion was small. Their wine selection was limited and again, over priced. I'm local and there are better places than here. I won't be going back!!! read more

I've eaten here twice now, and can say what keeps me coming back is the delicious house-made pasta - pick pretty much any pasta dish and you won't have made a mistake. Knocking a star for a few things though - one, look out for waitstaff upselling without telling you, which I found to be a little sneaky. Yes, I know this happens at all places, but it seemed particularly pervasive here. We were asked if we'd like drinks, we said just water. Waiter asked, "still or sparkling?" And we ended up getting charged $6 per bottle of still. It would have been nice to have been given tap as an option, since if we'd known we'd be paying for water, we would have clarified. They open the bottle away from the table so it seems as if it might be tap. We were already happy to spend a significant amount of money here, and it just seemed low to try to gouge us for a few extra dollars. Secondly, on our second visit in, it was a cold, windy night, and staff left the door wide open the entire time so that a noticeably cold breeze came through while we were eating, which was pretty uncomfortable. We weren't even seated near the door and could feel it. Lastly, as a few others have mentioned, despite high prices, portions are small. Order more than you think you should if you're hungry. Overall, would say that food is delicious and top notch here, but despite the high quality, service and atmosphere will feel mediocre at best. Another reviewer mentioned that this place is consistently half full, and I can only imagine some of these points are part of the reason. read more