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    Leonessa

    4.5 (133 reviews)
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    Lindsay D.

    It's hard to get a reservation but if you arrive early, you can get a bar seat. The service at the bar was great and we loved the food. I would definitely recommend the Maine "Jonah Crab" Cake, which came with tomato & mozzarella, avocado and plantain chips. The Crispy Panko Haddock with crispy shrimp and broccolini was a great entree and so was the Spaghetti Vongole. Good drinks and overall vibe.

    Sydney M.

    Leonessa was recommended to us by a local which is how you know the food and experience is going to be great. We had to wait a while for a spot at the bar, (it was packed for a Thursday night (also a great sign)) but didn't mind as we had a few cocktails on the sofa while we waited for some places to open up which was nice. Our food was incredible and came out quick and hot. I loved the hand rolled pasta it was a little spicy and had a great flavor. Will definitely go back when I get back to the cape!

    Steak tartare
    Kate O.

    I had always heard such great things about Leonessa and I finally got to confirm that the rumors are true! Everything from the ambiance, to the service, to the good and drink was amazing. Steak tartare appetizer was my absolute favorite and their wine list was perfect to pair with our entrees. Thankful they are open year round so I don't have to wait to go back again!

    Bread and tapenade/butter
    Jamie G.

    Topline: I came here for my birthday dinner and walked away amazed. Details: First off the parking lot is small so there is valet parking which will be your best choice. The restaurant is located right on beautiful route 6A. The decor is trendy and "chic". The server was incredibly knowledgeable about both the wine and food menus. We started with the Pugliese Burrata which was excellent. For my main dish, I had the Charred Prime Skirt Steak which was incredible. Conclusion: If you're looking for a great meal, great service and willing to splurge a bit...this your place.

    Uniquely spiced duck
    Natalie F.

    I went to Leonessa in Yarmouthport for my birthday dinner, and it was such a memorable experience. The restaurant has a cozy, upscale feel--perfect for a special occasion. We started with the Yellowtail Amberjack Crudo, which paired beautifully with the complimentary homemade bread. The flavors were clean and fresh, though I do wish the portion had been a bit more generous for the price point. For our entrées, my dad got the Chicken Under a Brick, which was excellent--the chicken was tender and flavorful, and the puff pastry portion of the dish was especially amazing. My mom had the Crispy Panko Haddock, which was also a standout: crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. I ordered the Uniquely Spiced Duck, and it was absolutely delicious--rich, flavorful, and cooked just right. All of the entrées came with great portions, and we even had leftovers to bring home, which is always a bonus. Our server was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and never overwhelming. He had great timing and was always there right when we needed something. We finished the meal with the Passion Fruit Crème Brûlée, which was creamy, refreshing, and served cold--a unique twist that worked really well with the tartness of the passion fruit. Highly recommend Leonessa for anyone looking for a refined dining experience on the Cape. Perfect for celebrations or just a great night out!

    Pork Chop

    A lovely place for dinner mid-Cape. Elegant but not stuffy and a great choice if you want to have a different experience from traditional seafood restaurants around here. Service was excellent and the second floor seating area was quiet and perfect for conversation. Everything on the menu looked appealing which made it hard to choose just a few dishes. We had the Halibut Crudo and Steak Tartare as appetizers (the latter was a particular standout) and the day's special housemade pasta with short rib and truffles (so many shaved truffles!) as well as the Pork Chop, which was served with an amazing sculptural presentation.

    Barroom Mascot.
    Karen E. C.

    As After Labor day vacationers, we Took the leap to see if Leonessa lived up to her fabulous reputation. What a neat little place with a petite bar area sandwiched between two smallish dining rooms. Not Cape Cod Summer linens & seersucker but rather upscale casual; I think you'd still get served if arriving just off from a day spent on a charter off of Monomoy island. Arriving on opening, there were no seats available for us walk ins but they do take reservations ( highly recommended ) still, we got there early enough ( at opening ) to sit at the short bar. We perused the nice but pricey wine list & found one we've had & could afford - then dived into a short but compelling menu. We went with starters of calamari, and an outstanding Littleneck Clams Amatriciana. I saw charred skirt steak & had to have it ( perfectly grilled medium rare ) & partner enjoyed chef's different twist on the classic Spaghetti alle Vongole. And those with hearty pasta appetites may find your bowl empty sooner than you'd like - just order more bread as we did. Everything we ate was delicious. We had one little communication error that I felt was handled awkwardly. We had inquired to our bartender about a starter being offered & had to reject it because of an ingredient my partner could not eat. To our surprise the bartender brought it out anyway & we sent it back explaining that we in fact did not order because of the forbidden ingredient. Soon after we got a visit by a gentleman, who may have been the kitchen manger, seemingly needing to follow up further. It was awkward, to say the least. In an establishment of this calibre & price point, explaining once,that we in fact had not ordered & why -should have been sufficient. Perhaps the noise level in the bar interfered with the communication. I Highly recommend Leonessa & will return in the future with a confirmed reservation for the dining room.

    Rigatoni in vodka sauce with lamb meatballs.
    Deb G.

    What a lovely surprised Leonessa turned out to be. I had seen a dish on Yelp that I really wanted to try here. However upon arrival I discovered they had just swapped it off the menu. Rather disappointed I opted for a new selection and bam it was fabulous. I believe it was Lumpchino. Pardon me if I messed up the spelling of the dish Small pasta in a Marsala sauce of Beef, veal and mushrooms. My husband had a rigatoni in vodka sauce with lamb meatballs. Another home run. I highly suggest you make a reservation since we arrive at 4:45 on a Saturday night and could only sit at the bar. The restaurant was packed. Bon appetite.

    Arancini,Tuna app and complimentary bread
    Audrey S.

    Nothing to complain about. Everything about this restaurant was great! Best meal I've had in awhile

    Polenta fries
    Katherine B.

    My parents live in the Cape, so it is practically our second home. The Cape has so many restaurants that cost a lot but don't live up to the hype, or are simply not good, Leonessa is the exception. It is such a great find, a gorgeous restaurant, and the food is fantastic. We had the chicken and pork entrees, both were delicious and had generous portions. The service was also excellent, and the drinks were very memorable. One of our best meals on the Cape ever. So if you are going to go out for a nice meal, don't waste your money at one of the other overpriced places, and head here for sure!

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    The risotto was amazing, the setting is pleasant and perfect for dinner. The service was excellent and all for a reasonable price

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    Ask the Community - Leonessa

    Is there parking nearby? I prefer to park my own car

    Not really. It is located at bend in the road and the next on-street options are not nearby. The valet service works great and is probably more of a practical need than a pretense (their actual parking lot is oddly shaped and they probably want to… 

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    I had a reservation for 7/18 for a party of 6. We were celebrating a milestone birthday. I received…read morea confirmation the day before and replied with an acknowledgement, also 30 minutes before the time of dinner. When we got there they said they couldn't accommodate us because there was rain on the patio. I believe they should have text me with this update. What a terrible disappointment for our planned celebration! All they should have done is give me a text with update. Terrible way of doing business!

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    4.2(550 reviews)
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    Made a reservation for dinner on Friday 8/28 to celebrate my gf's birthday while we took a weekend…read moretrip to Dennis. We were greeted by Taylor at the hostess station and were shown to or table within minutes of our arrival. Received a beautiful table in the dining room in a corner next to windows which was warm & cozy & very romantic. Mary was our server and we both loved the entire atmosphere & vibe of the restaurant immediately! We ordered cocktails ( both were very good), I got the Seafood Strudel (which was very good, had puff pastry & 2 large Shrimp & inside was sea scallops & crab meat and a nice Newburg sauce, accompanied with whipped potatoes & mixed veggies (EXCELLENT), Gf got the Prime NY Sirloin which was cooked perfectly to her liking also accompanied with whipped potatoes & mixed veggies ( I tried a piece of the sirloin, it was DELICIOUS) girlfriend said it was one of the best steaks she ever had! We weren't offered any gratis dessert (which I thought would have been nice especially since I mentioned it when I made our reservation). Everything was great though and my gf was very pleased so all good!

    We have spent summers and parts of the rest of the year on the Cape for over 20 years. It has…read morebeen around as long as I can remember. And we decided to try this weekend when my daughter came with a friend. We will definitely going back. The main complaint is that is hard to get a reservation. We started with calimari. It was pretty, but not exceptional. My wife had the onon soup. For main courses we had the beet and arugula salads, (the arugula with shrimp), the flounder and the crispy salads. The main reason I cam giving the restaurant 5* was the scallops. These were far from the typical fried scallops. They had a like panko coating, served with succotash, and were quite good, even by Cape Cod standards for scallops. The salads are both also very good. Service was attentive and not intrusive. It is a nice old house and has nice ambiance.

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    Small section of restaurant decor.

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    3.7(109 reviews)
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    Me and someone else were driving and we were HUNGRY. And we saw this place on Google and thought it…read moremight be good. So we walked in, and the minute we did, it smelled like heaven. It smelled so good. Then we immediately got a table, had a few minutes to pick our drinks, and got them very fast. And let me say the waitress was incredibly kind and friendly and quick! I ordered a chocolate milk because, yeah, I like them (don't judge). It was incredibly good here; at some places, it's just not really good. So I'm happy it was awesome here. Then we got our appetizer, a nice, yummy salad! It was definitely good. Then I ordered an Angus burger. I added bacon and cheese to it for $3. And it was worth it! It was so good. I also paid extra for onion rings. And those were SO good. Like some of the best I have ever had. After that, I got a Peanut Butter Lava Bomb Cake thing. And wow! It was really good. The whole plate was covered in chocolate syrup and whipped cream. Then, in the middle, there was a peanut butter-covered chocolate cake. SO good! I totally do recommend this place! Hopefully coming back!

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