Came here for my husbands birthday dinner. Great food, but I have to mention that it was the first restaurant I've ever been to where you were not allowed to eat the birthday cake you brought in. The servers gave us a bunch of excuses which started from "someone had an allergy and we had to call an ambulance", to "its a public health safety, because you are bringing things from home" to finally saying "the owner wants you to order from our menu". Which he could have said that to being with. Not a big deal, but if im spending over $300+ on dinner I want to sing happy birthday with the cake I brought in. Also, its a byob restaurant, so how is it not a health concern that you're brining wine from home but not cake. Lastly, why would a restaurant be held liable because someone once had an allergy to something they brought from home, i just had shrimp does that mean the restaurant would be held liable if i was allergic to their shrimp? Overall good food but greedy owners! read more

It's always pleasantly surprising when a new restaurant immediately becomes among your favorites of all-time. That's what happened to my wife and I last night at Vecchia Osteria in Newtown, PA. Our gracious server, Crescenzo, who is the son-in-law of owners Pasquale and Anna Palino -- and who two days before became the joyous father of a son, Luca -- couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful in guiding our selections. The lovely ambience of this gem of a restaurant took us back to our recent trip to Italy, especially sitting outside in their beautiful outdoor dining area. As we were considering selecting Vecchia Osteria as our location for our upcoming 50th anniversary dinner, we were there to sample a generous portion of items from their most appealing menu. On Crescenzo's recommendation, we sampled two appetizers -- Calamari Fritti, and Rustico Napoletano -- and also the Alla Rucoletta (arugula) salad -- all three were outstanding. And all were accompanied by delicious, crusty Italian bread. Our two entrees -- the magnificently unique Sacchettini Pasta (a creation of Anna's) and the hearty and tasty Pollo (chicken) Osteria -- were both scrumptious. To top things off we picked two desserts, Cannolis and Tiramisu -- both were phenomenal. Needless to say, we will indeed be celebrating our 50th anniversary at Vecchia Osteria. How could we possibly pass up the opportunity to transport all of our favorite family members and friends back to Italy with us? PS--If you have HBOMAX, go to the series "Family Restaurants"--The Palino family and their restaurant is featured in the first episode. read more

Great food & service. Nice inside dining and quaint garden/patio dining area. Great menu & specials. Always enjoy time at VO! read more

Consistently great Italian food. I'm a fan of their gravy ( sauces)- good size portions and delicious desserts! Service is very good too. They always are gracious and try to please! read more

I've been here a couple of times now and each time I go, I love it more! Friday night and the girls were out to Vecchia Osteria, dodging the raindrops and toting the vino. One of the major pluses is BYOB. No need to spend half the check on drinks. Our waitress was Carmella and she treated us like family. We were greeted with delicious bruschetta upon arriving and a bucket of ice to accommodate our libations. I had Gnocchi Gorgonzola, which was beyond words. It's not just Gnocchi. It's a flavor explosion. The side of spinach I requested was cooked to perfection with savory chunks of fresh garlic. Dessert was a light lemon cake with just the perfect dusting of powdered sugar and a melt in my mouth appeal. I couldn't say enough good things about this little Italian restaurant tucked into the corner of a strip mall. This is truly a hidden gem in Newtown. If you haven't been, you should go! Remember to bring the wine and a hearty appetite. You will not want to miss this one! read more

Vecchia is one of our favorite local restaurants. Sure, the tables are a bit close together, but the food is outstanding. We've never had a bad meal here (aside from the time my husband ordered the chicken parm and received a much smaller portion than usual). Portions are huge and always delicious. I don't know what sort of magic they put in their Fusilli alla Polpa Di Granchio (fusilli pasta with jumbo lump crabmeat, onions, cherry tomatoes, & a touch of hot pepper in a light pink cream sauce) but it's addictive with huge pieces of jumbo lump crab meat in a luscious tomato cream sauce. How they can charge only $17 for a massive plate is beyond me, but we certainly appreciate the affordability. The fried calamari is always perfect - exceedingly tender, with a light coating - served with fried hot peppers and more of their amazing red sauce. And I've started making their Sicilana salad (mixed greens with extra virgin olive oil and citrus dressing) at home since I love it so much. Some of our favorite dishes - APPS: fried calamari, mozzarella en carrozza (a rare special), fried zucchini blossoms (a special), fried artichokes (a special) and the Siciliana salad. ENTREES: fettuccine alfredo (not on the menu but they're happy to make it for you), the crab pasta, braciole (a rare special), Ravioli di Mamma, orecchiette with broccoli rabe and sausage, seafood pescatore (usually a special but they'll make it for you if you ask). DESSERTS: the limoncello cake is to DIE FOR, cannoli is always excellent and my daughter loves the profiteroles. read more

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Best restaurant in Newtown, PA. Food service was top of the line. Food was delish and very clean.

We ate lunch here on a snowy Saturday. The owners were so happy that we braved the storm and came out. The ambiance of the restaurant makes you feel as if you are in Italy- charming and cozy. Our waiter was very personable and attentive. Everything we ordered was delicious - good size portions with some to take home. The salmon dishes were so good! Fresh warm bread and BYOB too. Highly recommend - be sure to get a reservation as lots of others think this restaurant is a gem too. PS - all of the staff wore masks so feel comfortable dining here. read more

Is this the best Italian restaurant in Newtown? I think so. Is it the best in Bucks? I could make an argument for it, but the real point is that it is so good that people who love Italian should give it a try. Back in the day I returned to Trenton to satisfy my Napoli needs, but those days are gone, and we all must find alternatives closer to home. Pasquale is the owner/chef/creative genius of Vecchia Osteria. He takes great pride in his cuisine, and oversees the details between being on the floor checking on his customers and making everyone feel welcome. He can be generous. Complimentary glasses of wine and cannoli are not uncommon. In between, the courses are excellent and each taste follows on upon the one before building into a crescendo of taste, texture, and subtle overlay. Maestro, please continue. Last week, VO was one of several local eateries to donate dishes a for large dinner in town. They provided Chicken Cacciatore (white version), and Rigatoni Vodka, enough for 60 people. The Chicken was dark meat with lots of Rosemary covering everything. The meat and bone were easily parted, leaving a succulent light wine and vinegar sauce to bathe the dark chicken flavors. It was superb. The pasta was the larger rigatoni, which held the creamy tomato gravy in its grooves and ridges like they were born together. It was a subtle tone so as not to compete with the more robust cacciatore. Great combination. I was sure to take some leftovers home to enjoy the next day, as Chicken Cacciatore becomes even more satisfying with age. I have eaten in Pasquale's house several times, and always wondered why I waited so long to return. It always exceeds my expectations. read more

Vecchia Osteria - Bronzino & Spinach - Italian Near Me - Newtown, Pennsylvania

I ate here with a friend who is Italian and who was raised in Brooklyn. We didn't look at the menu. My friend told the hostess/owner's wife (I think) that we wanted to eat and that we were foodies. In just a few minutes, the food started coming out. Tasty, crusty bread. Grilled, tender octopus on a bed of arugula with a lemon vinaigrette. Lightly breaded calamari. Then, beef braciole with homemade pappardelle pasta in a marinara sauce. Everything was delicious. My friend and I, however, were not able to finished the entrées because we were stuffed. I thought that I was done eating until the waiter recommended the limoncello cake. Well, ya gotta leave room for dessert. My friend told me my eyes lit up when the cake came to the table. I'm so glad that I ordered it. It was one of the best desserts that I have ever eaten. I live about 40 min away but would drive back to eat here again. The service and the staff could not have been nicer. They were the best. Grazie mille for a most enjoyable meal. read more

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Vecchia actually reminds me of dining in Italy - the food is authentic, the water comes in still or sparkling, the tables are small and kind of close together, the lighting is romantic, and the place was bustling! And the people are flocking here for good reason! The food here is fantastic and comes in her portions! First up is the complimentary bread, which includes some veggies that pair well with the olive oil. If you're a fan of arugula, lemon and seafood, definitely get the grilled calamari! It comes on top of a mountain of arugula in a light lemon zest dressing. Amazing! His was the only menu item we ordered. The rest was all Specials! Mozzarella in Carrozza (aka mozz balls) - a appetizer special, this was good and was as expected. The tomato sauce it sat in was so flavorful, I kept dipping my bread in it. With chunks of fresh tomato, it was a good idea of the upcoming dishes to come. Linguine Pescatore - the greatest entree of all time! See my profile picture for scale - this thing was ginormous! The seafood to pasta ratio was out of this world - total seafood takeover (great for your low-carb diets!) I opted for the red sauce (also comes in white) with a little spiciness (server offered) and it was just perfect. I know the next time I come back, I'm just going to get this dish again! Main lobster over linguine - my wife ordered this and she simply devoured it. That to me says it must be delicious. I did taste it and could taste a hint of butter in the dish. Butter makes everything good! Drinks - BYOB! So it's as good as you make of it! All in all, the food was great and we are already planning to go back in a couple of weeks. The only ding about this place was just how busy it was - we had a reservation at 7pm on a Friday, but weren't seated until 7:25. Not a big deal, but wow, this place gets crowded. read more

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Appetizers could be bigger for how expensive each dish is. However, the Chicken Marsala was phenomenal. Had to order a side of pasta, which was a pest, but the meal and ambiance were very pleasant. Would return again for a special occasion! read more

I was there today with my mom for lunch. Our meal and service was outstanding! Criscenzo was so nice and friendly. He recommended the burrata, which was delicious! We also had the Carbonara and Rigatoni Osteria, also delicious and had leftovers from the lunch serving. Of course we had to finish with the lemoncello cake and cappuccino. As always a great meal at Pasquale's. read more

I live in NYC, my favorite Italian place there was Porsena--sadly it closed during Covid; but now on the East Coast in the Tri-State, here is hands down my favorite. It's FANTASTIC, Charming, & Delicious--the most delightful sincere family owned & operated I've encountered on this side of the Atlantic Ocean. The sacchettini & pasta al forni are to die for, along with the escarole salad and bronzini--mind you this was Easter Sunday's menu I'll be back regularly. Plus, EVERY guest couldn't gush more about the place. It's a hidden gem that even Andrew Zimmerman adores! Go before you can't get a reservation, albeit this lovely family owned restaurant would squeeze you in no matter because their hospitality is top notch. read more

Always an amazing experience. Always fabulous food and service! Our favorite Italian spot in Bucks County

Impeccable and warm service, charming ambiance, and the most incredibly delicious Italian dishes ever. And a BYO seals the deal. Go now, you will leave with a happy heart. read more

On a recent Thursday night we had a 6:30 reservation for a party of 8. Celebrating my grandsons birthday and he requested Vecchia Osteria. Three tables were put together in the small front room directly opposite the wall connecting the kitchen and right next to the door to the kitchen. Every single person who entered the establishment had to navigate around the end of our table as we were sticking out in the middle of the room, also the table was pushed so close to the kitchen entrance the person on the end of the other side was almost in the kitchen and was difficult to hear conversation due to all of the noise generated from clanging pots and pans and the staff. If there was no other place to put a party of 8 the reservation should have been denied. Very poor business practice in my opinion. Also, one member immediately became violently ill (won't go into details) after eating there. Perhaps the salad as he was only person who ordered it. I will say the food was good but based on the experience of that evening we will not be returning which is a shame because we have always liked going to Vecchia Osteria. read more

Food is excellent, very good menu, but most of all the staff is fantastic. Had a graduation party there a few months ago and it was fantastic. Both the food and the staff made it memorable. We've been there a couple time since and the food and service never disappoints. Really nice inside as well. Quickly becoming our favorite restaurant in town. read more

My new go to restaurant in Newtown. Getting everyone in the family to agree on a place to go for dinner is always challenging so when you leave and hear a unanimous "we have to go back" you know the restaurant's a winner. The food was fresh, well prepared, large proportions and delicious and the owners and staff are lovely people. read more

Love them! Super friendly and the food is amazing. BYOB makes it even better. Love so many of their dishes and the service is amazing. Always a great experience! read more

Nice place. Good atmosphere. Great food. The server Crescenzo was awesome. We will definitely be back. read more

Vecchia Osteria - Seafood Special - Italian Near Me - Newtown, Pennsylvania

this little Italian spot in newtown is the best. their food is delicious and the atmosphere is so adorable, especially the outdoor seating in this kind of weather. I especially love my server Wilson, who I have had twice now and it has been a pleasure everytime. He will take care of you like family and put a smile on your face. I highly recommend!!!! read more

Literally the nicest owners! Food is amazing. We went for family style and omg, I was stuffed! Everything came out so nice! Desserts are phenomenal. Cannolis and tiramisu were so light and flavorful. Pasta and branzino were cooked to perfection. BYOB so it's great to bring a bottle of wine and eat with great Italian food. read more

If you want authentic Italian food this is your place! Service is very good. Try them out you will not be disappointed. Lisa

Vecchia used to be our go-to. This past weekend we had reservations for our anniversary for 7 pm.. apparently so did 10 other couples and as we were waiting to check in amongst the crowd in the vestibule, we heard them tell the first groups that they were 30+ minutes behind. We waited awhile then ended up leaving and went to Solstice. Great atmosphere and food.. Just a shame they overbook.. this wasn't the first time. But it will probably be the last time we book for anytime after 6. read more

Not a great meal here. Food was just ok at best. Was really disappointed. I was really excited to try this place. Pasta over-cooked and sauce bland. Veal was blah. Clams casino were horrible. Good desert. Service was good and wait staff was pleasant but can't recommend and won't be back. So many better places out there wouldn't want to waste my time here. read more

Vecchia Osteria - Italian Near Me - Newtown, Pennsylvania

Nice Italian place with must to try spaghetti dish! Upscale environment, plenty parking spots and full of People.

The father is rude and is still helping to run the business. He just needs to retire or only work in the back and let his kids run it. The food is okay . read more

Yum yum yum - best homemade pasta ! We have always enjoyed every meal we have ever had. I love small, family run restaurants. BYOB.

Everything is always perfect..the food, the amazing staff and the experience. Definitely our favorite restaurant.

Bad food, pasta overcooked , veal parm burnt, seafood not fresh ..........,,,,,,,,..,,.............

Walls cover in flower tiles, pictures of family all over them, a Giant lamp made of wine bottles,the smell of prosciutto and garlic in the air, makes Vecchia Osteria the real Italian experience. Environment.. checked!, now lets talk about The food.. Welcoming bread baskets olive oil and spices available at the table,great companion while we waited , we had to wait longer than expected but understandable, since it was completely packed. Apetizers were..well some better than others, Calamari Fritti +, Clams Casino++(great sauce, must have), Burratta(Fresh Mozarella with ricotta filling with pieces of salami and prosciutto and cheese+-. Entrees.. I had to try the Bass , Branzinno Special, a hole sea bass with A side of broccoli, have to say that was expecting a blast of flavors but the fish came out short, the skin was very tough and the fish was not cooked evenly, some of it was very moist and some of it was dry, in general a good meal but not worth the price. Grilled Lam Chops ++, Caesars Salad++, Ravioli Di Mamma++. In general the food was Average , very pricey, I would definitely go back sometime to try other stuff or maybe if I win a scratch up.. read more

Vecchia Osteria - Branzino special - Italian Near Me - Newtown, Pennsylvania

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We have been three times to this restaurant and it is absolutely delicious. I have lots of allergies and they were great accommodating my modifications. It has been a t least 20 years since I ate ravioli because of allergies and they made a nut free and gluten free ravioli that was delicious! The grilled branzino melts in your mouth. The homemade ricotta is superb. My kids had shrimp and linguini, and chicken pizzaiola and loved it. My hubby highly recommends the homemade parpadelle. My mother in law who never finishes her dishes ate the whole portion of ravioli di mamma. read more

BYOB BYOB BYOB. Did not know this before coming here but that just made it that much better. Cute little Italian place. Had the feel of a small Italian restaurant with plastic checkered table cloths and wooden chairs. The service was great. Upon arrival the waitress informed is it was byob and even advised us of the wine and spirit store down the street to stock up on wine for our early dinner. We ordered the calamari and mussels for an appetizer. The places a plate of vegetables on the table as a garnish I presume: be aware the peppers are really really spicy. Our dinners were on par we ordered different dishes (in pics) and nobody complained. The slight peculiarity was that I asked what the side dish was and the waitress advised it was steamed veggies. I asked for a substitute to spinach instead and she obliged but my side was roasted potatoes. So either they forgot to swap the side or she didn't know how it was plated but whatever no big deal it was just as delicious nevertheless. After scarfing down our apps and dinners we even sprung for desert and cleared the plates. The amaretto tiramisu was good, not high restaurant quality but nothing to complain about. Overall for 4 people: 2 appetizers, 4 dinners, 2 deserts and a few coffees came to 123. Not bad read more

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I've been going here for months. It's always incredible service and the best Italian food in the area by far. Do yourself a favor and try the Sacchetti special. The best pasta dish I've ever had. read more

I used to really enjoy this restaurant. I had a pasta dish with shrimp and specifically asked the waiter about the shrimp. He said they were a "Good" size. They were small and there were only 2. So I basically had a dish of pasta. I was extremely disappointed. The bread was not right either, not worth eating. The wine was delish and I bought that myself! Won't be returning. I wish them well. read more

Our first time and definitely not the last! My husband and I went for the first time and what a wonderful experience. We arrived a little after 5 on a Friday and were seated immediately. Service was fast and friendly. Our waiter was wonderful explaining all of the specials and making sure we had everything we needed. He even shared some of his favorites from the menu with us. We started with the long hots which are like homemade extra large jalapeño poppers wrapped in prosciutto. Delish! We both went with specials of the night. I had the New York strip topped with lump crabmeat and Gorgonzola cheese sauce (which the waiter brought extra of cause I loved it so much!) My husband had the seafood special which was clams, mussels, shrimp, salmon and tilapia in a fra diavolo sauce. Spicy! But delicious. For dessert we went with the profiteroles topped with chocolate mousse...so good! We 100% will be going back. Loved everything about this spot! read more

Excellent, authentic Italian dining experience with friendly staff in a lovely setting. We had Pascale's Pollo, Veal Parmegian, and Papaerelle pasta w/grilled Calimare and broccoli rabe. everything was outstanding-especially the pasta! read more

I was searching for a restaurant to go out with my friends for my birthday. I found this restaurant on Yelp and decided to try after reading the good reviews. When we got to the restaurant, we got a complementary plate of bruschetta which was pretty large. For an appetizer we ordered the Arugula salad with goat cheese and Gnocchi with Pesto; both meals were delicious. For the main course we ordered a salad with tuna, another dish of gnocchi but with vegetables, a spicy spaghetti dish and four branzinos. After they grilled the branzinos, they showed us them before they filet it in the back. For dessert, we got a homemade chocolate tiramisu which was made by the co-chef Anna. Overall, all the food was delicious and seasoned very well. We came on a rainy Wednesday night and it was still very busy. I will definitely come back to this restaurant. read more

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We consistently agree to return to have a delicious meal at Vecchia Osteria! Every server treats us like family and we are always greeted at the door by one of the owners! We enjoy the daily specials and I always order a seafood pasta variation and leave full with plenty leftovers! The desserts are all homemade and absolutely worth saving room for! The restaurant is BYOB, and they are so sweet to greet your table with wine glasses for you to start enjoying right away! Also, the patio is such a delight on a summer night! We really love this place! read more