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Ottavi Mare
Centro Storico, Bevagna
Restaurant in Bevagna, Italy
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Coastal Cuisine, Inland Address
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Ottavi Mare works for a composed Bevagna meal when external recognition matters more than a fully published format. The Michelin Plate makes it a safer choice than an unvetted casual table, but diners who need a clear price tier or cuisine label should compare it with Serpillo, Camiano Piccolo, or Perbacco - Vini e Cucina first.
About Ottavi Mare
Ottavi Mare is a Bevagna restaurant with Michelin Plate recognition for 2026 and a smart-casual dress code. Its evening hours from Tuesday through Sunday, plus lunch service on Saturday and Sunday, are the most useful planning details. Beyond that, public information is limited, so it works best as a researched Bevagna dining option rather than a place to choose for a specific dish, chef story, price point, or menu format.
A more considered choice for a Bevagna meal
The right expectation is important. This is not the place to book based on a long chef biography, tasting-menu format, or signature dish. Such details are not known, so a simpler approach is to choose it when Michelin recognition, its Bevagna location, smart-casual expectations are enough to justify prioritising it over a purely casual option.
For planning, the hours are the most useful detail: closed Monday; dinner Tuesday through Friday from 7:30–10 PM; Saturday from 12:30–2:30 PM and 7:30–10 PM; and Sunday from 12:30–2 PM and 7:30–10 PM. If you need a specific seating style, menu structure, price band, dietary policy, or named dishes before deciding, check directly before building the meal around it.
If the plan is more specific, compare before committing. Serpillo, Perbacco - Vini e Cucina, Il Grottino, Camiano Piccolo, L'Alchimista are useful names to consider when you want to compare Ottavi Mare with other dining options.
Book it for restraint, not spectacle
The strongest case for Ottavi Mare is a planned meal in Bevagna with Michelin recognition and clear service windows. The weaker case is any meal where the group needs specific menu details, a known price band, or a specific seating style before deciding. In those scenarios, compare with another option or contact the restaurant directly before booking.
For planning around the town rather than just one reservation, use Pearl's Bevagna restaurants guide. If the meal is part of a wider stay, pair it with broader Bevagna planning so the evening is not built around unconfirmed details.
Planning details
- Location
- Corso Amendola, 8, 06031 Bevagna PG, Italy
- Website
- ottavimare.it
- Phone
- +39 389 125 7543
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ottavi Mare settles quietly into Bevagna's medieval heart, trading theatrical gestures for a restrained, disciplined approach. The dining room is modest and well kept; its scale is intimate rather than overt, which matches a menu that insists on fish in an inland town. The setting reads historic—Romanesque stone facades and a medieval square just outside—while the cooking feels purposeful and classic. The result is a charming, low-key spot where the architecture of place and the editorial restraint of the kitchen reinforce one another instead of competing.
Best For
This is a destination for diners who want a composed, seafood-focused meal away from the coast. The restaurant's intimate scale and careful, non-theatrical service make it especially suited to date nights and small special occasions, when the goal is a thoughtful dinner rather than a boisterous night out. It also works for visitors exploring Bevagna's historic center who value provenance and a chef-driven menu that deliberately aligns with nearby Adriatic markets.
Ordering Tips
Ask about the day's catch and the kitchen's sources before you order—the menu is explicitly anchored to central Adriatic markets. The description highlights typical supplies such as red mullet, cuttlefish, clams and the small crustaceans that define brodetto traditions, so look for those preparations or brodetto-style dishes if you want the clearest expression of the restaurant's concept. The kitchen prizes discipline and regional coherence, so trust its sourcing logic when choosing fish-focused plates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, intimate, well-kept space with relaxing background music, attentive service, and a charming, professional atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Book If Ottavi Mare Does Not Fit
Book Serpillo if the group wants Italian Contemporary cooking with a clearer €€ signal. Choose Perbacco - Vini e Cucina for a more value-led Umbrian meal, especially when the evening does not need to carry special-occasion weight.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Ottavi Mare is the more recognition-led choice in Bevagna, while Serpillo is easier to place for diners who want Italian Contemporary cooking at a stated €€ level. If the decision is between the two, pick Ottavi Mare for a quieter, more researched-feeling dinner; pick Serpillo when the group wants the cuisine and price category defined before choosing.
Il Grottino is the better fit for meats and grills, especially for a group that wants a more direct, hearty meal. Camiano Piccolo sits closer to the Umbrian lane at €€, making it a stronger match for visitors who came to the area for regional cooking rather than a more open-ended restaurant choice.
For value, Perbacco - Vini e Cucina is the cleanest cross-shop because its € signal lowers the commitment. Use Ottavi Mare for a more occasion-oriented meal, Perbacco for a lower-stakes night, L'Alchimista only if its fit is clearer for the group's plans.
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Compare Ottavi Mare
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottavi Mare | Bevagna | ; | 2026 Michelin Plate | ; |
| Serpillo | Bevagna | Italian Contemporary | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| Il Grottino | Gualdo Cattaneo | Meats and Grills | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
| L’Alchimista | Montefalco | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Camiano Piccolo | Montefalco | Umbrian | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | €€ |
| Perbacco - Vini e Cucina | Cannara | Umbrian | 2026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | € |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ottavi Mare good for solo dining?
Ottavi Mare can make sense for a solo meal if you are comfortable with a smart-casual Bevagna restaurant and the available service times. It opens for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with lunch also listed on Saturday and Sunday. If format, counter seating, or a particular menu style matters to you, confirm directly before planning around it.
What are alternatives to Ottavi Mare?
Start with L'Alchimista, Il Grottino, Perbacco - Vini e Cucina, Serpillo, Camiano Piccolo if you want to compare Ottavi Mare with other dining options. Ottavi Mare is the clearer pick when its Michelin Plate recognition is important to your decision.
Is Ottavi Mare good for a special occasion?
It can be a sensible special-occasion choice if you want a Bevagna restaurant with Michelin Plate recognition and a smart-casual dress code. If your occasion depends on a specific menu, price level, seating style, or dietary accommodation, confirm those details directly before booking.
Is lunch or dinner better at Ottavi Mare?
Dinner is available Tuesday through Sunday from 7:30–10 PM, while lunch is listed on Saturday from 12:30–2:30 PM and Sunday from 12:30–2 PM. Choose dinner if you need the widest choice of days; choose weekend lunch if a daytime slot works better for your plans in Bevagna.
