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Alberto's Ristorante
Alberto's Ristorante was established in 1984 at which time, Northern Italian cuisine and fresh homemade pasta were introduced to Cape Cod for the first time. Since then, we have continued this tradition of all fresh ingredients and in-house preparation of every course from the soups to the desserts.
Our reputation for casual elegance arises from our emphasis on decor, service, the pride we take in food preparation, and our affordability. Over the years, we have received rave reviews from food critics from the Cape Cod Times, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Cape Cod Life Magazine, Fodor's, AAA, and New York Times critic James Beard for "...exquisite Northern Italian cuisine". Our lounge is the perfect setting for a before dinner cocktail, an after dinner espresso, or an even more casual meal. .
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Our reputation for casual elegance arises from our emphasis on decor, service, the pride we take in food preparation, and our affordability. Over the years, we have received rave reviews from food critics from the Cape Cod Times, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Cape Cod Life Magazine, Fodor's, AAA, and New York Times critic James Beard for "...exquisite Northern Italian cuisine". Our lounge is the perfect setting for a before dinner cocktail, an after dinner espresso, or an even more casual meal. .
63 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 63 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(45)
- romantic(31)
- fit for foodies(27)
- good for groups(25)
- neighborhood gem(22)
- notable wine list(22)
Alberto's Ristorante Reviews List
Review 1 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
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5
Alberto's in Hyannis
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of the best restaurants on the Cape."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome Menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual, Alberto's offers a menu with something for everyone and everything is wonderful."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A "must" stop when on the Cape
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Not a touristy type restaurant, like so many are on Cape Cod. Always good food and service. Very pleasant interior.
Large parking lot in back of restaurant if parking on street is full."
Large parking lot in back of restaurant if parking on street is full."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hyannis treat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Alberto's delivers every time. The service is attentive and ready to make suggestions. The food is really good Italian treasures."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
MOTHER'S DAY
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was outstanding. Stuffed baked scrod was exceptional as the stuffing actually consisted of pieces of lobster and scallops, minimal bread. Excellent! My wife had Alberto's seafood dish, also excellent as it too consisted of generous portion of seafood, including lobster and sea scallops.
Started with caesar salad with anchoives, as caesar salad should be. I enjoyed it very much.
We saved money on the wine and enjoyed Alberto's private labeled barberra red wine. Very good choice.
Service was top notch.
Ambience is a little tired, but okay - enjoyed the restaurant immensly"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was excellent. We were seated next to a fireplace which kept us cosy warm on a chilly nite my chicken dish with lobster chunks on top was delicious. my husband was pleased with his mussel entree. we will go back"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Alberto's has always been
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Alberto's has always been the place to go for really authentic Italian food; they do a wonderful job. The service is always friendly no matter what time of year you visit. It is warm, friendly, familial, and casual elegance. Great place to unwind."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The waitress didn't wait to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The waitress didn't wait to put our dinner order in, so we were rushed between the appetizer & main course. Even though we made a reservation and the place was pretty empty, she made us feel like we weren't getting out of there fast enough. Unfortunate, since the food was very good."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We would not go to Cape cod
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We would not go to Cape cod without dining at Alberto's"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food and service is always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"food and service is always great"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
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Review 11 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our first time and everything
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time and everything was wonderful. My son is having his wedding here in Dec. so we wanted to check it out. We are not normally in this area for dinner and made a special trip down to the Cape. It was well worth the trip. The food was delicious, the service was excellent. The owner took time out of a busy Saturday night to spend some time with us after dinner, kudos."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is our second visit thid
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is our second visit thid year - superb - they can take care of their gluten free customers - will be going back."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We celebrated our friend's birthday and everyone at the restaurant made it very special. The food is incredible - try the duck!!
Look forward to my next visit to the Cape so we can enjoy lunch or dinner there again!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very nice meal, good service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice meal, good service. Everyone had a great time. Will definitely go back there again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a lovely birthday dinner there on a Saturday night. I had asked for a table by the fire and my request was granted. Our server Courtney was wonderful. Very helpful and attentive. Great wine list with super prices. My husband loved his entire dinner, I was very happy with everything except I thought my main course was just ok. They brought him out a dessert for a birthday which was a nice touch. Thank you for a great time!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A favorite cape restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always delicious. A favorite cape restaurant!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
No points were allowed for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"No points were allowed for dining here"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Alway been very satisfied
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Alway been very satisfied with Alberto's. We were happy that they have gluten-free pasta, which is very hard to find at a "Italian Restaurant". We will be back for more.
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Dined on 02/07/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Classy and outstanding service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Classy and outstanding service. Food wine and dessert was well prepared and excellent in value."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went there on Valentine's day, the food was great and the prices reasonable."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall experience, very good. Dec
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall experience, very good.
Decor absolutely needs help. Decor on the stale side. BE PROUD of our Italian heritage show it in the atmosphere, paintings, fountains. Ask me I design interiors.
Veal on the tough side but OK
How about a dance floor for some romance."
Decor absolutely needs help. Decor on the stale side. BE PROUD of our Italian heritage show it in the atmosphere, paintings, fountains. Ask me I design interiors.
Veal on the tough side but OK
How about a dance floor for some romance."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Alberto's has become our go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Alberto's has become our go to restaurant for special occasions. For a classic "linen tablecloth" experience, there is none better. The food is excellent served with great presentation. The waitstaff is top notch - they are there when you need them, yet remain in the background so that you do not feel rushed. The perfect place to go when you want a great meal and want to feel special."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were out on the Cape for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were out on the Cape for a few days during the week and, having heard about Alberto's, decided to ride out to Hyannis. It's on the pricey side, but their 29th Anniversary Special menu is very good. They offer a salad or appetizer, entree, and dessert. The fried calamari was exquisite and super tender. The caesar salad, however, was a disappointment. The dressing was sweet and tangy, as if it came from a bottle. Really?? This is one of the easiest dressings to make. The entrees were good, although mine had a bit too much marsala wine that made it cloyingly sweet. It really should have been cooked off a bit more. The service was really good. We had a young waiter from Brazil who was very personable. We'll give it another try."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2007
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Review 24 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a great find! First the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great find! First the restaurant is adorable, and glamorous without being cheesy. The dining areas certainly have a romantic vibe and the area around the fireplace is especially cozy. Next I have to say the service was excellent. My girlfriend and I both have diet restrictions (lactose free) and both the waiter and the chef were very helpful and accommodating. Finally the food and wine was outstanding. The bake stuffed lobster was not only enormous it was perfectly cooked and delicious. The soup, salad and appetizers were also excellent. I have a new favorite spot in the Cape - I'd highly recommend Alberto's!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always delicious!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always excellent food and service. One of our favorite cape restaurants"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our dining experience at Alberto's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our dining experience at Alberto's was as wonderful as expected."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Alberto's Ristorante
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect Birthday Celebration!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I selected Alberto's as I hadn't been there in many years but remember the food to be fabulous. I was hoping nothing had changed. Hyannis in January is slow, which made the experience even better since we weren't rushed and the restaurant was quiet. I attended with a group of seven friends in celebration of my 50th birthday. The pre-fix menu for 2 at $30.00 per person with a bottle of wine was a fantastic deal and included more choices than most restaurants that offer similar plans."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Alberto's Ristorante
Based on the average of (36) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
5 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate