Leonessa: A Upscale Cocktail Bar and Italian Restaurant in Yarmouth

So glad we were able to get a reservation. Took my daughter there for dinner and it was so delicious. Had the grill swordfish with risotto and clams. So yummy and romantic. Our server was very sweet and made our experience even more pleasant. Bread delicious as well and appetizers too. Overall great delicious experience.

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. The whole night was a wonderful experience. My boyfriend and I were greeted kindly by the gentleman doing the valet parking and as soon as we stepped inside the whole ambiance was warm, welcoming, and exquisite. We were seated immediately and our waiter Micheal was fantastic. We ended up ordering the scallop appetizer and I can honestly say they were the best scallops I’ve ever had, and the asparagus that was paired with the dish was also extremely good and tasty! For my main dish I ordered the haddock entree and wow, wow! Cooked to absolute perfection and tasted so delicious. It was moist and full of flavor. I mean, I knew I was in for a treat but this exceeded my expectations. And for my boyfriend, he ordered the salmon entree and yet again cooked to perfection. Not to mention our waiter was attentive the whole time. Of course we had to take a peek at the dessert menu and I ordered the chocolate cake and it was the perfect cherry on top to end our wonderful experience at the Leonessa. We already cannot wait to go back!

ACTUALLY SO INSANELY GOOD!!! I could tell this restaurant was going to be good from the menu but it exceeded my expectations. We loved every dish. The service was also wonderful. I couldn’t come to cape cod and not come here. Will def recommend this to friends!

Leonessa was recommended to us by the owner of a local B&B and it did not disappoint. My wife and I have become accustomed to being routinely disappointed by restaurants - regardless of their price point. From the fresh oysters to the salmon and steak… everything was 10/10. Thank you!

5 star food, service and atmosphere! This is a place I will return over and over until I’ve tried every menu item and then start at the top again, wow! We shared Chicken under a Brick, Trofie Pesto, scallops, buttermilk fried rock shrimp, veal Marsala. Everything was so good, the veal was thin and tender cooked just right. The table favorite was the chicken under a brick. The favorite dessert was warm chocolate cake and the favorite drink was the espresso martini. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. Upscale dining but not stuffy, we could talk and laugh comfortably. The service was prompt and so attentive, perfectly timed arrival of appetizers and food. We even got a hello from the owner and manager and appreciated the professionalism of our food runner/busser, Pryce. Thank you for a great experience!

In my opinion this place is one of the best places to eat on cape cod. A lot of restaurants give up on ambience and music and overall vibes because they know they’ll be busy during the high season. Unlike others Leonessa has the whole deal, great music, decoration and ambiance. The food is unforgettable. We tried a special veal pasta, and pan crusted haddock and the meals complemented each other in the best way. This was our third time eating here and honestly we will keep coming back because the flavors are just undeniable!

This was our last dinner on the Cape for this trip. It was about a nine minute drive from our lodging on 6A. We arrived a few minutes early and we had to sit for a few minutes before our table was ready. The restaurant was busy! We sat upstairs. It was a bit loud up there, but not bad. Our server was Mariette. We weren’t super hungry so we passed on an appetizer. We did order wine, we each had a glass of the Negroamaro Salice. We asked our server for help on a wine that was similar to a Cabernet Sauvignon and she pointed us in the right direction. It was very good and what we were looking for. We ordered the gemelli with a Ragu. It was excellent. It made up for the bad pasta dish that we had the night before at another restaurant. The bread that was brought to the table was a choice between a softer bread with herbs and a crispy slice. We decided on the cannolis for dessert and they were OK, not super exciting, just OK. Looking forward to coming back next year.

We truly love this place. It’s perfect for a special date or a relaxed dinner with friends. The drinks are excellent, and there’s a great wine selection. The food is outstanding, and the atmosphere is warm, pleasant, and very relaxing. The service is always on point — the staff consistently does a wonderful job. One of my favorite dishes is the skirt steak, and the crème brûlée is a must-try. During peak season it can be difficult to get a table, so it’s best to plan ahead. But once summer slows down, we enjoy the most peaceful and cozy evenings here. Definitely one of our favorite spots on Cape Cod.