Osteria Fave & Cicorie

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant! The food was truly fantastic, beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The service was excellent — friendly, attentive, and professional. We also loved the warm and pleasant atmosphere, which made the whole evening even more enjoyable. A special thank you for the lovely gesture of offering us Limoncello — such a thoughtful touch that really made us feel welcomed and appreciated. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, wonderful service, and a lovely atmosphere!

We had an absolutely amazing experience here, and honestly, it might have been the best meal we had during our stay in Matera. We ordered the lasagna, the carbonara, and a Caprese mozzarella salad as a starter, accompanied by two Aperol Spritz. Everything was delicious. The service was impeccable from start to finish, always delivered with a smile. A special thank you to Ahlam, who made us feel genuinely welcomed and looked after throughout our lunch. The atmosphere was also wonderful calm, relaxing, and not noisy at all, which made the experience even more enjoyable. As a lovely surprise, the team offered us dessert and limoncello at the end of the meal, a gesture that was greatly appreciated and made the experience even more memorable. This was the perfect meal to end our time in Matera. I rarely take the time to write reviews, but this experience was simply too satisfying not to share. Thank you to the entire team for your hospitality, kindness, and excellent food. We will remember this meal for a long time.

Wonderful family-run restaurant with exceptional service and delicious food! Overall, a truly outstanding Italian dining experience that I can wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!

One of the best meals we had in Matera! The grilled polpo was absolutely perfect—so tender, flavorful, and served with a delicious lemony sauce. The staff were extremely friendly and professional, and they took the time to explain the history and traditions behind the local food. The restaurant is cosy, welcoming, and pleasantly away from the summer heat. A wonderful experience from start to finish—highly recommended!

We travel as a family and we’ve been coming to this restaurant for dinner for two years in a row. The foods are fantastic. The staff is very polite and friendly. I definitely recommend it.