Onesta

Girls weekend/ winetour. Russell from county wine tours sent us. Good call food was amazing this coming from a picky eater whose been in hospitality for 30 years. Short ribs best I've ever tasted. Cute interior. Go you won't be disappointed!

Our evening at Onesta was fabulous. The service was gracious and the food amazing. Our party enjoyed beef carpaccio, burrata and hot crispy arancini the pastas were divine and arrived piping hot and fresh and the seconding we ordered was the game hen over polenta and it was equally delicious. We shared a dreamy tiramisu for dessert which was light and not too sweet. Overall the dining experience was flawless. Can't wait to return!

Tiny Romantic Italian Diner in Picton.
Great knowledgeable service by Gillan and we enjoyed the Countylicious dinner. Unique tasty Italian wine, great pasta and fantastic Tiramisu and to finish of with a smooth Grappa. We will be back. Christian

Incredible place / fantastic food / great atmosphere / great owner and operator / friendly staff

This little hole in the wall restaurant just off Main Street Picton is a wonderful, romantic spot. They have a literal pasta bar, where you can sit at the intimate bar and have fresh pasta and drinks. They have a handful of tables in the back for table-top dining. We reserved a table for two online ahead of time for a special celebration. All the pasta is made fresh in house and the smell is wonderful when you walk in the door. The menu is well thought out and we had trouble deciding everything sounded so good. We shared the beef carpaccio appetizer and ordered the braised rabbit pappardelle and the pork and fennel arrabiatta. Both were delicious and paired perfectly with the Italian red wine we ordered by the glass. I had the panna cotta for desert. Everything was fresh and flavourful. If you are looking for an intimate dining spot, this place is lovely, just book online in advance as they only have a few tables. Service was excellent. I will definitely have to check out their take home offerings next time I am in Picton. Great experience, would highly recommend.

I had the meatball sandwich for lunch this week and it was incredible. My family and I are looking forward to the fixed price menu this Sunday!
**two days later**
We just had a delicious meal at Onesta. The lasagna (both meat and veg options) were terrific. The spaghettoni and tagliatelle were fantastic. The focaccia bread and the salads were also each delicious. Thank you for making accommodations for our family.

The best meal we’ve ever had in Prince Edward County. We’ve been visiting from
Ottawa on vacations for 20 years, and the food blew us away! I have not had pasta that good since visiting Rome. It is a small restaurant that pays close attention to the quality of the food- just like in Italy. I can’t wait to go back.

Incredibly delicious, exceptional atmosphere and wonderful staff. The wine pairings that were recommended were excellent, and everything we ordered exceeded expectations. Would reccomend to any and all seeking good company and great food.

Intimate quiet spot, nice ambiance, perfect for a date night. Friendly and attentive service, pasta dishes were delicious, the parpardelle with braised duck rivals the best dishes in the county, a must have.

A welcome addition to Picton. Great pasta, very small with a handful of tables but an upcoming outside terrasse will allow more patrons. Well organised for takeouts. My rigatoni was excellent, bread was heavenly and a fabulous Matron local beer, topped by a terrific cappuccino.

Delicious Italian eats! Amazing pasta dinners, delightful sandwiches, excellent drinks and coffee

We have enjoyed Onesta's pasta, burrata, focaccia and other offerings over the past couple of years when it was online order only or from the Picton farmer's market. Now that Onesta is firmly planted in a cozy restaurant space we're excited to have a dine-in experience. Chef Marty didn't disappoint and the service was stellar. We started with focaccia and olives and had the sweet pea ravioli x 2. We indulged and finished with the Rhubarb Panna Cotta that was to die for - a perfect balance of tart and sweet. We're looking forward to our next visit soon because there are so many other pasta variations we want to try.

Amazing food! I haven't had a sandwich that good since I was on my honeymoon in Rome, Italy. I will be back!

Great food! Small menu but everything looked amazing. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the mood for some pasta.

Had the Campanella with Bolognese and focaccia and it was great. It's worth going a bit earlier to grab a sandwich too before they're gone.

While walking around and exploring Picton we noticed Onesta. We already had a dinner reservation elsewhere but even with full stomachs, the rhubarb panna cotta was calling my name.

We stopped in with the intention of just having dessert but then noticed they offered burrata as well and decided to indulge.

Thank GOODNESS we did because it was incredible. As a couple who eats burrata frequently, this was one of our favourite preparations of all time. The balance between the soft cheese, crisp pistachios, bitter greens and fresh asparagus was perfection. Not to mention the soft and delicious focaccia that came to accompany it. I would highly recommend ordering it whether you are looking for an appetizer, dinner, or just something for after a meal.

We did decide to stay on course and get the rhubarb panna cotta as well. It was truly outstanding. After spending two days just eating and indulging, it was still our favourite dish of the entire trip. The rhubarb? Tart and perfect. The panna cotta? Creamy, smooth and had the highly sought after jiggle. The croquant? Crunchy and dark in a way that balanced it exquisitely.

This was THE perfect dessert for anyone! It would satisfy a sweet tooth but would also be amazing for someone who doesn't like things "too sweet".

Now I know this review is long but our favourite part was the people. Our lovely hostess was effortlessly kind while offering insight and helping us truly understand the thought behind each dish. The chef was also so personable and provided his own reasoning for each component in a way we truly appreciated.

If you enjoy knowing the story behind your food, grab a seat at the bar and watch the magic happen!

Thank you for ending our evening with full hearts and full stomachs, I can assure you it was our first visit but will not be our last.