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We read about this place entirely by accident. The website is in Italian, of course, and we didn’t see a way to make a reservation and calling wasn’t an option as they were closed between service. We arrived after they opened and still sat us before they filled up. Service was AMAZING. Of course, we are eating out many times a day as we are traveling and hitting many cities, this is the first time anyones explained the antipasti! Actually TWO people explained it. The Salumi and Formaggio were the best we’ve had yet. They even cure their own Longza. The Burrata was so fresh it spilled the most delicious cream when cut into, the Ricotta was so fresh it was quite literally butter. None of it wasn’t made locally. Their house wine of course was amazing, this area is known for its Basilicata and Aglianico and I recommend you order one of each. Her Ravioli was on point. Thin, Al Dente, filled with pancetta and smoked ricotta and finished in a squash sauce. I had the mixed meats which included some pancetta wrapped and grilled offal and it was a real delight to have! We were so full we couldn’t fit the dessert we ordered into our stomachs. We wish we had more days in Matera so we could come back and try more. Absolutely perfect. Thank you for squeezing us in.
Will OlsonWill Olson
10
Our dinner at Trattoria del Caveoso in Matera was an unforgettable dive into the heart of Southern Italian flavors. Starting with the Fave e Cicorie, we were swept away by its creaminess—a perfect balance of earthy beans and fresh chicory. Then came the Baccalà dell'Immacolata, a masterful dish of dried, salted cod simmered with tomatoes, olives, laurel, onions, and potatoes. Each bite was a testament to the rustic, soulful cooking of the region. The Paccheri del Casaro delighted with its delicate flavors, each pacchero coated in a sauce that was rich yet subtle, showcasing the simple, beautiful ingredients of the Italian countryside. We also couldn’t resist the Bombette, which were every bit as great as promised, filled with savory goodness that left us wanting more. Paired with their Vino della Casa, a robust house wine, our meal felt like a true celebration of Italian culture and culinary tradition. From start to finish, Trattoria del Caveoso offered us a dining experience that was warm, authentic, and deeply satisfying. If you’re in Matera and seeking an evening steeped in authentic flavors and a cozy, inviting atmosphere, this is the place to be. 🇮🇹✨ Saluti
Frank FazzalariFrank Fazzalari
00
I really wanted to love this place as it was on a list of recommendations from our host, but between bland food, a hair in my food, inattentive service, and ordering wines that never arrived, I was left wanting. I didn’t bring up the hair in my food with staff as the service took so long that they’d be past closing by the time a replacement arrived, but luckily for us the we were able to take the two glasses of wine we ordered but never received off the bill. 4 stars for the atmosphere as it’s in the beautiful and ancient city of Matera.
Megan KingstonMegan Kingston
10
It is interesting to compare Trattoria del Caveoso to my other cena experience in Matera. Compared to La Grotta Nei Sassi, Caveoso wins, hands down. On a busy Sunday night, despite no reservation, I was welcomed in, given a nice table on the deck, and enjoyed friendly service, delicious food, and a reasonable bill. I should have gone back on Monday night! Thanks to the lovely staff at Trattoria del Caveoso for adding positively to my first magical night in Matera.
Glenn MurphyGlenn Murphy
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Nice place with careful and pleasant service. I reccomend to make reservation because it is quite popular and while we were here there were plenty of guests and no tables inside. We ordered a bottle of white wine, two dishes of different pasta and antipasti (prosciutto crudo with mozzarella). Everything was tasty and fresh. There was a gift that the owner offered us for 'goodbye': two shot of local liquor. It was awesome. I highly reccomend Trattoria del Caveoso!
mik ermik er
00
The place is fantastic, inside a picturesque cave of Matera, near the sasso caveoso. We were in two and it was great to have a mix of starters and a mix of deserts. Also the first courses were delicious and flavourful. On top of that the owners (husband and wife) are very passionate in what they serve and they are happy to explain where the ingredients and recipes are from. Definitely worth to visit, and I hope to be soon back in Matera to eat there again.
Paolo FusconiPaolo Fusconi
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Nearby Attractions Of Trattoria del Caveoso
Sassi di Matera
Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli
Cattedrale di Maria Santissima della Bruna e Sant'Eustachio
Castle Park
Sasso Caveoso
Casa Noha
Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista
Palazzo Lanfranchi
Church of Saint Mary of Idris
Casa Grotta del Casalnuovo

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Basic Info
Address
Via Bruno Buozzi, 21, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
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+39 0835 312374
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Website
ristorantedelcaveoso.it
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4.5
(1.4K reviews)
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Description
Regional cheeses, pasta & grilled meats in a stylish space carved into the rock, plus a terrace.
attractions: Sassi di Matera, Belvedere di Piazza Giovanni Pascoli, Cattedrale di Maria Santissima della Bruna e Sant'Eustachio, Castle Park, Sasso Caveoso, Casa Noha, Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, Palazzo Lanfranchi, Church of Saint Mary of Idris, Casa Grotta del Casalnuovo, restaurants: Trattoria Lucana, Stano, Il Terrazzino, Trattoria Paolangelo, Girotondo, La Cola Cola, Osteria MateraMì, Ristorante Spaghetteria Miseria e Nobiltà Matera, Il Rusticone, La Grotta nei Sassi

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