Sal's Place

We had dinner at Sal’s on the recommendation from a friend once he realized we were on the Cape, and we were so glad we did! The food was spectacular with both the Caesar salad and eggplant parm getting rave reviews from everyone at the table. What put an already phenomenal experience over the top, however, was the service. Travis was the best server any of us had ever encountered, and he ensured we will sing the praises of this place for years to come.

Dining at Sals is an experience. We sat at a candlelit table on the dock, watching the sunset and listening to the waves. Inside, the space is teeming with classic Cape Cod charm: cozy, lively, and full of local character. Prices are high and can feel a bit inconsistent, but the overall experience makes it worth it. Our food was very good as was the service, from the host to the water boy to our wonderful server Ivan, we really felt welcome and taken care of.

I am not gonna even rave about the amazing Spanish octopus I had, though it’s worth raving because it was absolutely juicy and fantastic! Sal’s Place is an institution. It’s a must visit and must eat/try spot in P-Twon. Nothing beats the atmosphere over there. Run by a fab lovin’ family, that runs this place to this day! We we absolutely love their spot, and my son Lucas has been going there since he’s a baby & they do make these pastas that children love too 🤍🪽 so family friendly!! My son loves their bread 🥖 too.

A lot of places tend to rest on their laurels when they earn a standing as “the only game in town”- well, we visited Provincetown a few years back and loved Sal’s- this trip we were eager to return- so booked dinner our first night- and were astonished to see. That their quality had only increased- I ordered the Vongole and when my son tasted it, agreeing it was the best we’d had in NYC or Italy, he insisted we return so he could order a plate all to himself- and the next night we thought we would take a night off and try the number two restaurant- that will remain nameless- the food was fine at the “competition” but the service was surrealistic- and the wine was barely drinkable- so we looked forward to our second meal at Sals with a vengeance- and my son was enlightened by the Vongole- and the orange wine was the sort of ambrosia you could put down by the bottle- the people- the service- decor- location- top flight- small town seaside charm meets big city chic. I only wish we’d had Sals food all three nights of our stay.

This place is well worth the hype. We were able to get a reservation for 6 in the front room. The energy of the restaurant was outstanding and the service felt like we were being welcomed into a family home. The beverage menu was streamlined and all of the dishes we tried were fantastic. We left full and happy. Remember, the restaurant is cash only.

My first experience at Sal’s Place this week was phenomenal. Every dish was well thought out & crafted. Both the seating and service was top tier. We had George as our server and he was genuinely the best server I’ve ever had. Can’t thank Sal’s enough for the wonderful dining experience.

We had a later reservation, but we were happy just to get in to Sal’s! We sat inside and found the dining room to be cozy and intimate. Our main dishes were delayed and they graciously took an appetizer off the bill. The staff was the best around and worked like a machine to keep the restaurant running and guests happy. Food was all perfectly seasoned and prepared to perfection. Definitely plan in advance to get a reservation when traveling to PTown!

If its not the best restaurant in town, its definitely the best dinner we had, PERIOD. Everyone loves their orders of main and sharing of appetisers. The tuna steak that I had is the best I have ever tasted (no kidding). Slightly seared on the outside and still raw inside just how you would have your prime steak soft to chew and not tough. The shoe string fries and eggplant chunks complements the fish very well. The chicken carbonara is delish !! And so as the fresh seafood used for the pasta dishes. The cocktails were delicious and very strong and it’s not for light drinkers. The focaccia breads and chocolate fudge with sea-salt were like the best supporting role in a movie. Last but not the least, a great restaurant cant operate without the soft skills of your server and kitchen staffs. Thank you Erdo for taking care of our big table and the kitchen for dishing out very very memorable foods.

Sal's is just amazing. Seaside dining, quintessential Cape Cod rustic with just amazing food. Love the view of the harbor and smell ofbtjat Cape Cod air.

I was really excited to FINALLY make it to Sal's Place. We have been following the saga and drama surrounding this little restaurant that could. I wanted to support them knowing how much they had to fight with some of the locals - just to run their business. I knew it was cash only and we made sure to tell our friends that joined us for dinner. The menu is small, the inside is cozy and the service was very nice. Our reservation was on the earlier side so we were there before it got too crowded. The food was good! We all enjoyed our meals. I don't usually say much about price...but it has to be mentioned here. Cocktails and appetizers were $20; entrees were $40 (others more). Like I said, the food was good...but the prices don't really match the quality/quantity. I might try again in the future, but it just seems a bit steep.

Out of all the years I spent coming to the Cape, I had never been to Sal's. I've gotta say all those years were missed opportunities. I started by trying the Caesar salad and the grilled octopus. I then ordered the chicken parm. We had received chocolates before we left for our show. The chicken parmesan was delicious, and it's the first time I've ordered one in years. The pasta was great, and the chicken was breaded and fried to perfection. The flavor in the sauce was phenomenal. As everyone knows a chicken parm is only as good as its sauce. The food was really good. The service was also great, and our server was friendly. The portion sizes were also pretty decent. I honestly miss this restaurant, and I wonder why it took so many years for us to come and find it. I feel like I finally found one of the Cape's hidden gems. The funny thing about the restaurant though is that to get to the bathroom you have to walk through the kitchen. You can see everyone running around, and you can see how they make the food. It's pretty cool. I just hope that I wasn't in the way. It was a great experience, and I'm going to put my vote in to come back again next year.

Solid Italian food right in P-Town!! Prepare to be sitting CLOSE to another party; the restaurant is inside an old house right on the water, and the tables are really packed in. The service (the waitstaff and the owner) were beyond friendly, one of my favorite parts about this restaurant. I ordered the veal, pork, & beef meatballs, and the special for the night- spaghetti with lobster. The meatballs were well-seasoned, juicy, and tender; the spaghetti was al dente with large chunks of buttery lobster. The entree portion of the meal was a hefty portion and I could not finish it all. Enjoyed my meal, company, and time at Sal's! Note: You need to call to make a reservation!! Reservations can only be made for the inside; the outside tables on the water are first-come, first-serve. Also, CASH ONLY.

We had a nice weeknight dinner at Sal's in September. We had a 6:00 PM reservation. The place is "cosy" if you will, a little rough as well. Menu is small. We started with a octopus app which was very good, however extreamly small. We all shared a bowl of salad, which was simple, however very fresh and good. I had the lobster pasta which was excellent. Had a LOT Of big chunks of lobster. Hubs had the chicken parm and was not impressed. Only dessert they had was some sort of chocolate fudge which was interesting. Service was hurried, however pleasant.

Can't believe I never reviewed this. I had an amazing meal here with friends during the summer and really enjoyed it. I had a delicious Old Fashioned to start. It was very nice. Then I opted for a Caesar salad which was really tasty. For dinner, I wanted something substantial and went with a chicken parm. Man, it was good. I really enjoyed it and probably could have made it last two meals. Only downside is that, much like many places in P-town, the place is tiny and it's a squeeze at the table and you're eating in your neighbor's lap, but with food this good, it isn't much of a bother. It also ain't cheap, but you're definitely worth it. Can't wait to go back next year.

No matter the season this hidden gem, tucked away in the West End of Provincetown new fairs. From the general welcome of owner and proprietress Shioban, to the friendly staff to the curated menu that never fails to strike a home-run no matter the where your tastes run. We started our meat with tender and well seasoned meatballs appetizer. Something so simple that so many resturant get wrong from overworking the ground meat. For our mains we had a grilled salmon and chicken parm: again two standards that were perfect for a cool fall dinner.

An overhyped, expensive restaurant. A group of us had a reservation at 9PM on July 3. It was everyone's first time. Shortly after arriving, we were seated inside. The restaurant was very busy. Christopher, our server, was pretty much the only highlight of the evening. I have no issues paying a premium price for good food, but the quality of the dishes did not warrant the price. Not to mention, they had no meatballs on a Monday night. Bottles of wine at $80! I checked the Vivino app and they are around $10. Entrees are all overpriced. As for the food itself, not good. My pasta was raw, the arugula salad was beyond sad. The portions for everyone's meals were tiny. No coffee and no dessert were the topping on the spoiled cake.

Beautiful atmosphere and space. Solid but forgettable Italian food and good service. Walked right in with a 7 pm reservation, which only required one pleasant phone call several weeks in advance. Only two kinds of wine, red or white. Markup on bottle of red was about 7-8x (!!!). Wine store down the block has the same screw top for $13. I think we paid $80. Cash of course. Was surprised to see the long line and Tik Tok crew as we were leaving. Might come back, but will bring a flask.

Charming spot in a quiet part of town. Inside is just so cozy and outside there's a deck and IN sand dining. (Know the tide situation when you book.) Not a full bar situation but still a decent selection of beer wine and pre made alcoholic bevs. Tip - Try the the salads. Lobster pasta too. Delish.

What happened here Used to be a favorite of mine now they are just engaging in a good old money grab $40 for chicken parm, better be the rolls Royce of chicken parm and it wasn't, $80 for an $8 bottle of wine, that is unacceptable, tiny $20 appetizers, my party and i stayed as it was late, 3 of the 5 in our party are culinarians and agreed that this was a total ripoff. Looks like they threw together a menu and pricing knowing the they are going to have lines of people hoping for past glory. I am sure they Will have scores of p-town suckers lining up raving about this place but that is no longer true, there are better options

This might be my favorite meal I have ever had. Get reservations in advance. Do it. You will spend money but it will be worth it. Everything was amazingly fresh and fantastic. The staff were fantastic, friendly, attentive, fast, and informative. They helped us pick what to order. The spicy marg was perfectly balanced. Just go.

Top spot in Ptown! I've been to Provincetown over the last three summers and I'm going back next year too, and this is the best restaurant overall. It's in the coveted West End quite part of town. You will miss it if you don't know exactly where you're going because it blends in as a typical Ptown home. The food is outstanding and authentic Italian. The drinks are equally tasty. And the service was bar far the best I've seen. ITS CASH ONLY. Which is where they went above and beyond. I didn't know it was cash only so I said I was going to get cash. The waiter was adamant that I stay with my beautiful wife so no one would try to pick her up :-) He said I could come back the next day to pay him. We'll I went back later that night and he was so appreciative. I was so appreciative! When I came back I told the owner I had to get cash, he also said no worries. Love Sal's Place!

My husband and I frequently go into Provincetown, and we have our usual spots. We decided to try something new. Overall, we loved the meatballs, our entrees were good, but food was incredibly overpriced for how it was presented and how it tasted. Also, we experienced our dinner from three different tables, unfortunately. When we arrived, we were seated at a tiny table for one person near the bathrooms, despite having reservations. They told us that if we wanted, we could be moved to a nicer outside table in ten minutes, so we waited and were fine with moving. After moving, we were happily outside and we ordered our appetizer, and then we were asked to move again for a four top with a baby. Again, we thought it would be fine to move, but then the table of three with the baby were behind us and the baby cried for about 20 minutes straight and the women all said the baby was faking it and then, the hostess came and announced that she would put the baby in his stroller and roll him into the ocean if he continued to ruin the other guests dining experience. I thought the hostess was rude until she appeared ten minutes later and literally took this baby for a walk up and down the street until he fell asleep, and she told the women to not wake him so that he doesn't continue to disturb the guests. At this point, I could tell that the hostess knew these women and wanted to truly help the other diners, however, it was a really uncomfortable experience and we felt horrible for the baby. It was a an incredibly unfortunate seating arrangement/situation. As for food, the meatball appetizer was truly delicious. It melted in your mouth and was so juicy and flavorful. I do recommend those. The vongole was listed for $40, which felt like a bit much because there is delicious vongole at several other restaurants in the area for about $25/$30. The sauce in the vongole became thick and gray as you ate, which was unappetizing. It also only came with two clams, all of the other clams were chopped and in the pasta. The lobster á la vodka was listed for a whopping $60. I was told that it was worth trying, so we ordered it. The vodka sauce was thin and broken, but it did have good flavor. The lobster was delicious, but it was not a $60 dish. For $214 bill before tip, we could have had a smoother and tastier experience in a different spot. Overall, this was an overpriced experience, and if you want delicious food for a decent price where you won't have to sit in three different tables, you should try Ross' Grill, The Red Inn, Blackfish in Truro, or several other options.

Best restaurant in Provincetown. Proper neighbourhood place and service as good and homely as the food.

Our first stop coming into Provincetown. I read the amazing reviews and decided we had to go. We weren't let down. The service was sharp and attentive. The food was delicious; the Caesar salad being the best I've ever had and the portions of pasta were generous. My wife's swordfish was perfectly cooked. Really outstanding experience. They also had some guests visiting that were from out of the country and it was clear the owner was excited and invested in their experience which I appreciated - recommending different foods for their distinct diets, making sure they had enough light - it was just very nice to see.

The food was great Ambiance great Service was expedited they literally got people out in under an hour. We spoke with others and that was a common complaint. I would return because of the food and ambiance but I wouldn't return because of the hurried nature of their staff. The fact that they did that was a big turn off. I recommend telling the wait stafff we are not in a hurry and only want to order one thing at a time

The grilled octopus and linguine with lobster is the best you'll ever eat! If you're in Ptown, go to Sal's! SO good.

The crackling anticipation of visiting sals again after a wonderful experience last year was visceral. The ambiance! The charm! The attentive service! Alas -- the bloom is off the rose. It is unclear whether the descent into mediocrity is due to the restaurants much fêted residency in WEHO (a repose upon the laurels, I'd you will) but the entire experience was lacking. Let's begin with what hasn't changed, for better and worse. The unpleasant, brusque manner of the individual who answers the telephone for reservations remains persistent. And, of course, the view from the outer deck is lovely, and the interior nicely appointed. Onto the changes for the worse. I would like to preface this by saying that I usually don't comment on prices in my reviews, unless the quality of the meal is significantly disproportionate to the price point, as I'm afraid is the case here. Firstly, you are invited to enjoy cocktails while you wait for your seat. While this is a pleasant idea, the price of a sloppily prepared beefeater gin martini ($20) exceeds that of the finest cocktail bars in NYC, for example, Death & Co. (without the addition of thoughtful infusions, etc.). By the glass, there is only a house white and red, which I had to ask the waiter for particulars on twice and he seemed reluctant to inform me. The food is simply pedestrian, a sad change from our last visit, which was homey and rustic yet authentic and flavorful Italian American inspired fare. This visit, we ordered the meatball and octopus appetizers to start ($20 each). The meatballs in particular were disappointing: mealy, bready, and flavorless, in a watery sauce. The octopus was the better dish, but the accompanying hummus was incongruous with the other flavors in the meal. The main, chicken Parmesan ($40) was similarly bland, a thick cutlet burnt around the edges, accompanied by a sad pile of boxed linguini. You could most certainly get a better chicken parm from your local Italian joint. Secondly, the service is significantly worse. Our last waiter was kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. Our waiter this visit seemed preoccupied and dismissive. At one point, he dropped a plate he was bussing on the floor and kicked the pieces under another diners chair as he breezed by without as much as a "sorry!" Sad to say, Sal's at this point seems to be simply a cash grab. A CASH ONLY grab, I should say!

Amazing service. Amazing food. Beautiful setting. I sat alone and George and the team took good care of me. Really exceptional. I highly recommend. Make a reservation!

My great friends and I stumbled upon this restaurant while searching for dinner in P-town for the Sunday! We had never heard of it before but were drawn by the hygge/cozy ambiance in the patio space. While the prices were probably more than what our group had planned, it was completely worth the experience and service! Once you enter, you are find that you are dining in a small house-like space surrounded by beautiful paintings. Our table had nice dim-light candles and freshly cut flowers by the owner/manager. The set-up for our table was not the most intuitive in that 2 people were facing one direction with the other 2 in our party sitting perpendicularly to the others, but this was just a minor detail I noticed. With regards to the food, the seafood fra diavolo was nicely seasoned with a spicy tint! The water was also unique and honestly the freshest water my group has tasted in a restaurant. Interesting thing to mention...but it was seriously that noteworthy!! It had mint, lemon, and lime notes, and truly shows their attention to detail. Sal's Place was even nice enough to serve us a fried calamari and fudge with lavender sea salt on the house! Right when we thought it couldn't be better! My friends all enjoyed their experience. They were also very attentive to our table, and we are so glad we found Sal's. It has great food and even better service! The only thing to take note of is that the restaurant is CASH ONLY, so make sure to bring some in advance!

This is a quaint little spot where the experience feels like you're dining in someone's house. The menu and drinks are limited, but overall quite good. Service was prompt and friendly. One of the better dinner options in the city. Cash only.

We adore this Provincetown legend. While the ownership and menu has changed over the years, the vibe remains the same: a friendly attentive staff, and great simple well-prepared Italian fare. Our only complaints would be the limited menu and cash only accepted. Nevertheless, Sal's remains our 'special Provincetown spot' to share with friends. Fair warning: our favorite beach tables are not yet available this season after a storm took out the restaurant's staircase!

I can't say enough about Sal's. We just went there with two young kids for dinner and the entire experience was amazing. The owner was out front clipping fresh flowers and chatted with the kids while we waited. The server brought plain noodles for the kids to snack on while be looked without us even asking. The food was absolutely delicious. if you're looking for a restaurant with a nice view in Provincetown, look no further. There are even tables in the sand on the beach.

We loved our meal at Sal's. It is hard to get a reservation last minute, so plan ahead. The owner, Shioban is very nice, friendly and warm. She said hi to our friends Bob and Glenn, who are townies and she had a table for us right on time. The appetizers were delicious. I had the roasted octopus and loved it. The entrees were delicious. I had the Fra Diavolo pasta and it was spicy, with lots of delicious chunks of seafood and shellfish. Great. My friends loved their Lobster a la Vodka! Great service, great food, great overall.

NOTE: THIS IS A CASH ONLY ESTABLISHMENT Make your reservations well in advance, it's hard to get in here because of how good it is! The food was rich and flavorful, the cocktails were strong and the service was great. I ordered a dirty vodka martini, which was amazing. The squid ink pasta was terrific, it was cooked perfectly and had just enough sauce on it so it wasn't messy. We were thrilled with dinner and can't wait to go back!

Wow. Sal's ha had its ups and downs over the years with ownership changes and a shrinking outdoor footprint, but this year it has really hit its stride. The food was outstanding the service was prompt and attentive. Just remember to bring cash!

The food at Sal's may or may not be good but I never had the opportunity to find out. Tried to make a reservation for three days, taking care to call when they were open. My calls were either unanswered or went to a full voicemail box. We decided to arrive when they opened at 5 pm and hope for the best. After standing around invisible for nearly ten minutes, the snooty host said we could have a table for exactly an hour -- no more. But wait -- there's a tiny "Cash Only" sign at the bottom of the door. Really? Yup. This is nowhere on their bare-bones website. Maybe if I could have talked to someone on the phone I would have known this. We went back into town and had a terrific dinner at Cafe Heaven. No wait, delicious food and incredible service. With so many great choices on Commercial Street, Sal's isn't worth the effort.

My friends and I were really looking forward to having dinner at this restaurant during our yearly stay in Provincetown. Unfortunately, we had a very bad experience. When we were seated and handed the menus, we noticed that the restaurant did not accept credit cards, only cash. One of our friends did not have cash so he headed downtown to find an ATM. While we were waiting for him to come back, the waitress came over and we ordered drinks and she asked if we wanted to place our order. We explained to her that we were waiting for our friend to come back to order as he didn't bring cash to pay for the bill. After a few more minutes, the hostess came to our table and very rudely informed us that we only had the table for 90 minutes and that we needed to place our food order immediately. I told her that we were unaware of the cash only option to pay or the 90 minute time allotment. I told her she was extremely rude and inconsiderate. She then grabbed our menus off the table and said "You should leave. This is not the place for you." She made us feel so uncomfortable. We were shocked and very disappointed. I have never felt so unwelcomed at an eating establishment. Needless to say, we will NEVER be back.

a vacation favorite I have been coming back since they opened, was greeted with a friendly welcome and the charming decor and staff. the shock came when presented with the menu!!!! the wine selection consisted of 4 each at $80 and $20 a glass appetizers $20 each - a bit high for 3 mini meatballs or an arugula salad entrees are all $40 including linguine and clams and eggplant parmigiana REALLY!!!! There is no way to justify these prices - even for a resort town. A disappointing dinner experience Better to go to Victor's or The Muse where the quality and value are consistent.

What a wonderful experience! This was one of the best dinners I've ever had because of the ambiance of where we were eating. Request the beach if it's available and make a reservation because they're busy even during the week. Note IT'S CASH ONLY so don't forget to take out extra for the amazing staff they have working. The beach set up has more and more tables put out as the tide goes down. Being in the water just a little bit before the tide was completely down was one of the best parts. Great wine, delicious bread and olive oil while your feet are wading in the ocean looking over the boats floating in the sea. Food was delicious, you have to try the grilled octopus! And our waiter was so helpful and kind. It was a wonderful time for me and my partner and I would recommend to anyone looking for a romantic dinner in the ocean. I felt like I was in Italy!

Beautiful experience! Food, atmosphere and service all five star. Look forward to visiting more often.

The food was absolutely fabulous. The service was great and you can't beat the ambiance of eating on the Provincetown harbor.

I've been to Sal's Place a couple times now and I have to say I haven't been disappointed by either of my meals. The first time I visited, we didn't know about the cash only rule, but our server was so kind and trusting and told us, "just bring it by tomorrow." The 2nd time, our waiter was very attentive to our large party and even threw in a couple of dishes on the house. The food itself has always been delicious. The ambiance is intimate, which worked before, but is a little unnerving during COVID. It's difficult to get a table outside and depends on the tides apparently. All in all, I'd definitely recommend Sal's place and will be returning whenever I'm back visiting P-town.

Enjoyed a lovely dinner for two on a Saturday night in December. As it's off season, we were seated right away despite not having reservations. The atmosphere is so intimate and cozy in here - lots of small candles flickering around the room, and the faint sound of ocean waves crashing in the background (we were seated in the far back section of the restaurant. We had the grilled octopus for our appetizer. It had a delicious char and came atop white bean puree. Loved the pepitas on top, which gave it a nice crunch. For entrees we ordered the seafood fra diavolo and the duck confit risotto. I love duck confit and risotto so I was excited to see a dish that combined two of my favorites. It was indeed tasty, though the duck leg was a little small and the risotto cooked a touch too al dente for my personal taste. The carrots and turnips that it came with were also a little too crunchy for me, but still enjoyable over all! But that seafood pasta -- divine! I'll be dreaming of it. Perfectly spicy, delicious chunks of tomato, and fresh seafood. It was soo good we sopped up all the sauce with the bread that our server kindly refilled for us. Loved our experience here.

We had a terrible experience at Sal's. Let me preface this by saying I am completely aware of and sympathetic to businesses in Ptown being understaffed this summer due to Covid. That being said...let me share the absolutely egregious experience we had. I had made a reservation far in advance. When we arrived, there was a large amount of people crowded into the narrow pathway that leads to the back deck dining area, presumably also waiting for tables. For whatever reason, there's no host stand at the front of the driveway, where people waiting normally congregate (I'm going to go on out a limb and say it's due to the ongoing litigation from their neighbors). There was no place to really stand without being practically on top of people sitting and dining at their tables. I checked in but was not told anything else other than the command "stand there". We waited a good while in the middle of this unorganized crowd of people as it was now 20 minutes past the time of our reservation. Seeing there seemed to be zero control over the situation, I re-approached the hostess (I've since learned she's one of the owners, Siobhan) and inquired whether our table might be ready. She literally pointed in the direction of the way we came in and said "your table is that way". Nice, lady. We found an empty table and assumed it was ours. Nobody actually sat us. Now comes the real fun. We were seated at a table literally in the midst of a crowd of 20-30 people in a narrow driveway pushing past and around our table. Within seconds we realized there way no way this was going to work. Then came our waiter. As people banged pasted our chairs and literally hovered over our table, we immediately informed the waiter that this was absolutely unacceptable. We asked him if this crowd would be here our entire meal. As he seemed annoyed by our question, he said "well they're not supposed to be!". We asked if there was anything he could do, and his response was to about face and walk away. We waited as MORE people banged into our chairs and had maskless conversations right over our heads. The waiter eventually returned, pushing his way past the crowd to take drink orders, with no mention of the clear distress we were in. When we once again asked him "is there anything you can do for us?", we were met with a smirk and a glib "No!". On that note, we immediately got up and left. I don't care how good the food is here. I sympathize with how overworked restaurant employees are in Ptown. But that kind of attitude for what they charge for dinner? No thanks. This is literally the FIRST unpleasant dining experience we've ever had in 8 years of visiting. Do yourself a favor, don't even bother with Sal's. There's plenty of other amazing restaurant experiences in Ptown with far more competent and friendly staffs.

Some of the food is good (although our starters were somewhat mediocre) and the waiters are lovely - - however, the appalling attitude of the owner/host/flower arranger really stinks. You are greeted at the entrance by a sign referring to their "perverse neighbours" (a gay slur?) which tells you where not to stand. I corroborate other reviews which highlight the confusion at the entrance. There were lots of nervous patrons standing around trying not to get into trouble. Not a good start. Staff seemed harassed and treading on eggshells as the owner barks orders at them across the beach, which she thinks she owns. We were there for a special dinner to mark my husband's birthday. He had called many times in advance - they are a nightmare to get through to on the phone - and requested a beach table which we understood was not guaranteed. We arrived exactly on time and were told a beach table wasn't available. No big deal - we agreed to wait 25 minutes for one. (Turned out to be 35 mins and Btw, my husband told the host it was his birthday and she couldn't even muster a "many happy returns"). The host didn't so much as give us a menu while we waited, and when we asked if we could order a drink while we waited she said "no because if I get you a drink, everyone will want a drink and I don't have a license for that". Couldn't she just have said "sorry, no"? In all, quite a miserable experience and we will not be back - although I'd be surprised if the restaurant survives much longer given the owner's arrogance and the multiple lawsuits against them.

We were disappointed after reading all the rave reviews. First of all, we had reserved an outside table, but when we arrived they said it was not available because of the unusual high tide. Apparently, even though they have a deck, they also seat outside requests on the beach. (Since it was a full moon, they could have known this in advance.) So our only choices were to wait 1/2 hour or sit inside. It was already 9 PM so we didn't trust the half hour estimate and went with inside. It was a nice warm Friday night in PTown, so not easy to find another restaurant available, and we had already paid for parking. Inside was crowded and not especially nice. Several of us got the Seafood Fra Diavolo. Mine was swimming in sauce and included a whole canned tomato that they had apparently forgotten to break up. So that tells you something about the sauce. The linguine was acceptable but clearly not homemade. The seafood was, as often happens with this kind of dish, mostly overcooked. The sauce did have a nice spicy flavor so it was not all bad. It was an above average example of a typical American version of the Italian dish. In Italy the seafood would have been cooked correctly and there would have been a good sauce to enhance the dish but not swimming in it. Others had the lasagna which was small and mediocre. It's a hassle to get a res here since it's very popular, despite the cash requirement. In our estimation, it's not worth the high prices they charge.

Been dining at Sal's for as long as I can remember; always been a must visit on our yearly September vacation to Ptown. Missed last year however due to Covid quarantine. I am a retired culinary arts teacher. Kind reception! Beautiful atmosphere! Wonderful service! Food last night was a huge disappointment I'm sorry to say! Salted cod appetizer was basically flavored mashed potatoes; terrible! The duck confit entree was about four cups of undercooked unflavored rice risotto with some carrots and peas. There was one small duck drumstick on top; barely four bites. The codfish entree was also a tiny portion of fish over a lack luster pasta. All these items were way overpriced for what they were. I don't mind spending top dollar if it's good but these were far from acceptable. I hope my next visit will be better.

After a great dining experience at Sal's Place 4 years ago, we were excited to come back. When we arrived promptly at our reservation time, we were asked to wait. Probably about 10-15 minutes. No big deal - they were packed and people were enjoying their meals. Some tables were set up on the sand, and it was fun to watch the wait staff run up and down the stairs from the kitchen to the beach. Our party of six was seated in a corner of the front room of the restaurant. Even though we were directly below the air conditioning unit (which appeared to be set at 68), the room was stiflingly hot, and there was no breeze whatsoever. Two couples ordered meatballs and arugula salad as starters, and the restaurant brought us "extra" orders of each for the table to share, which was a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately, the meatballs were a bit dry, and not very flavorful. They definitely needed the moisture and seasoning from the marinara sauce they were served in. I ordered the lasagna as my entree. It was a bit overheated and ended up being a tad too crunchy for my taste. The portion size was fairly small (about 2x3"), especially for the $30+ price. In fact, most of the prices seemed very high for what we received. Two of my dining companions ordered the chicken parmesan. The spaghetti that was served alongside their chicken was overcooked - certainly not what you'd expect from an experienced Italian restaurant. Pasta should be served al dente, not mushy. The waiter failed to check in on how we were enjoying our food, so we never got to tell him about the pasta. After we finished our entrees, he brought out some complimentary chocolates and then dropped off the bill. I guess they don't offer dessert? One compliment - they did refill our water glasses frequently. All in all, I would say that the food was disappointing for a "high-end" Italian restaurant, and the prices were very high. The room temperature inside the restaurant was way too warm to be comfortable. I would not return to Sal's Place. I'd much rather dine at an Olive Garden or Maggiano's back home. And that's saying a lot.

Sal's is my new favorite restaurant in PTown! My friend requested a table on the beach. I wasn't sure how'd I'd feel about that but it was an awesome experience! Dinner was divine! The meatballs were outstanding! The service was excellent!!! A definite must when you go to PTown! Oh!! It's cash only! Limited drinks and wine selection.

Favorite place in Ptown and might be best all around meal in outer Cape. Cozy room, perfect light, friendly service, outdoor seating right on bay, excellent drinks and wine and really delicious Italian food. I live in Brooklyn and am pretty snobbish about Italian. Sal's is the real deal. Everything was great. Standout was the linguine vongole, the best I've ever had. Great meal.

This is how you run a restaurant! Siobhan the owner as always is beyond pleasant and wonderful. We walked in last night without a reservation. Siobhan and the host were very pleasant considering that the reservation was very busy . Our server Kiv was great. We ordered the caesar salad and two entrees which were amazing as always. Sals is a beautiful old time Provincetown restaurant on the water in the West End. Worth the visit and the experience!

Great food and service, sunset and atmosphere was gorgeous- great for the whole family - loved it!

This is probably one of my favorite places in Provincetown. Food was fantastic and the service was great. If anyone asks where to eat in the area, this is always top of my list.

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING... My husband and I were more than pleased with our experience. The hostess greeted us kindly and since it was our first time, she gave us a brief tour and offered us a few options for seating. We opted for the outdoor deck and WOW...blankets on the seats, ocean view, quaint, cute, etc. Our waiter was awesome..so helpful, attentive, no pressure, no rushing us, great suggestions... and the food was beyond delicious... Lastly, complimentary sea salt chocolate fudge for dessert! You've gotta go..you will not be disappointed!

Favorite restaurant for summer '18... +Consistently well-prepared with fresh ingredients and served piping hot--the menu is limited, but they [eagerly] offered an off-menu entree to accommodate dietary restrictions. In love with their tomato sauce. +charming dining room (prefer the back room with the water view, but the front room is more intimate) +Beyond efficient and friendly service--the waitress overheard it was our anniversary and brought a free dessert with candles glowing, nice touch. Only wish they stayed open past Labor Day...

We were so pleased to get a reservation at a P-Town must, Sal's Place! Considering we are in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic we were curious on how the seating would work since they have so few tables on their deck. Much to our surprise they set up tables and chairs on the BEACH and it was beyond charming and lovely to dine right on the beach! The food as always was spectacular - meatballs, grilled calamari (divine) and the SEAFOOD FRA DIAVOLO was the BOMB!!!!! #nomnom

Exceptional food, service, and setting! You cannot beat the view or the service (if you are lucky enough to get a reservation). We cannot wait to come back!

Excellent fresh local food & great ambiance & good service highly recommend this restaurant on the bay