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    3.2 (509 reviews)
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    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Meatballs
    Emma C.

    Came here for some drinks and an app while we were waiting for a dinner reservation in the area. The restaurant is very inviting and the staff are so kind and attentive. We got a couple of lemon drops, which were strong and pleasantly tart. We also split a plate of meatballs. I felt like the sauce was lacking a bit in flavor, but the meatballs themselves were very tender and perfectly cooked.

    Lovely seating by open window

    Ambulance: A cute restaurant with old style Italian menu, playing old time Italian music. A bit quieter than the neighboring restaurants Food: Traditional Italian menu. We had the lobster ravioli, gnocchi with pink sauce, tripe with red sauce. We had glasses of Rustico Chianti and Baby Super Tuscany. All delicious. Service: Friendly and attentive. Water was filled frequently, they brought out more bread baskets when finished.

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    Michelle S.

    The chicken broccoli ziti was very tasty, I wish it was more al dente though. The buratta appetizer was good. My friend enjoyed her chicken parmesan. The waiter was very nice.

    Burrata with thick cut prosciutto
    Laurie E.

    Lunch to try a new N End Italian restaurant and we left satisfied with our selections pasta with garlic and oil complimented with fresh mushrooms. The service was efficient and friendly. Burrata is a must with prosciutto, which could have been sliced a bit thinner. An affordable menu compared to other places in this section of Boston. Love the old pics on the brick walls, creating a sense of nostalgia. We will return!!!

    Bolognese Sauce
    Melissa M.

    From The lights hanging outside to the chaos and ambiance inside. This was an authentic little Italian family restaurant. We had fun people watching, and being in a family atmosphere. Large portions of food! Decent prices. The service was wonderful, even though very busy inside. If your looking for a quiet romantic dinner- this is not the place. But if your wanting to meet friends and catch up , or even a large group of friends!

    Spaghetti with bolognese sauce

    Very nice waitress Mariah. Food was average. I had the bolognese sauce, flavor was good but it didn't seem to have any meat in it & was a bit runny - atmosphere was nice. Went about 2:30 so got food fast as not real busy. This place was good, but not great, so if I did another trip to Boston I would pry give another Italian place try.

    Gnocchi Sorentina
    Mel S.

    Staff and Service: - Small restaurant with a few folks working - Service was good overall, but it was difficult to get their attention a couple times even though it wasn't loud in the restaurant Food and Drinks: - Gnocchi Sorentina: flavorful, soft, saucy, cheesy - Arrabiata Ziti: was hoping this would be spicier with the Arrabiata sauce, but it was still delicious - Meatball with ricotta: two big meatballs that we split with four people. Good flavor and the fresh ricotta added a nice touch - Margarita: flavorful with a citrus / almond flavor to it Miscellaneous: - They take reservations - we made one for 6:30pm on a Thursday, but we didn't need it. Started to get busier around 7:15pm

    Expresso Martini
    Toni T.

    This is a cute & cozy family restaurant. I went on a Friday night with some friends and it was quite busy. However, the staff was very nice and accommodating and sat us quickly. I can't comment on any entrees, as I only had an expresso martini and tiramisu, and both were delicious. The tiramisu tasted just as good as the more popular bakeries in the North End. I'll definitely go back for a meal.

    Chicken with Lemon Sauce
    Craig D.

    It's not the same Pagliucas that we frequented years ago. The quality of the food is not on par with the past, nor the service. First the service, it was certainly friendly but inconsistent. It took some time between visits by the server to get new drinks and such. In the past, it was a good go to place for southern Italian. The previous visit, I got the Cioppino, which was disappointing. This time, I chose the pork chops with peppers and potatoes. The pork chops were thin and not browned or crusty as you would expect them. The peppers were fine and the potatoes are crispy, but it just lacked flavor. My benchmark for this is an Italian restaurant in Newark New Jersey. This wasn't even close. For an appetizer, we had the prosciutto and it was - not very generous. My daughter had the chicken with lemon parentheses (or isn't that chicken piccata?) that was generous with three chicken fillets. Sautéed well with capers on top of spaghetti. It was tasty. One of the things I look at for great restaurant execution, or not hitting the bar is the cleanliness of the restrooms. Just not where it should be. I don't know if the management or ownership changed. There wasn't a manager present overseeing or checking in with people. That's the third time we've been to the restaurant without that presence. I might be a little generous with three stars. I'm so disappointed. I used to love this restaurant , it was unpretentious with just great quality food.

    Homemade Cavatelli cacio e pepe and Chicken Parmigiana
    Alaina M.

    Went for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend - reasonable prices for the north end, and delicious homemade pasta. Our waitress was very friendly. The bread was good but would be better if it was warmer. The homemade pasta was the best. An older place with the older vibes and a hand written check - loved that feel though!

    Shrimp Fra Diavolo
    Stephen V.

    5pm on a Sat nite decided to roll the dice and try a new place. Tresca was jammed so we randomly tried here. Hostess said we could walk right in ...table for 4. Bread with a garlic and olive oil dip. I love garlic but this was absolutely loaded with it. I could taste it an hr later. No apps tonite Entrees we're a shrimp FraDiavolo with homemade Fusilli. Was tasty. Shrimp a tad over cooked. Chicken parm ,I'm told was good. Chicken Limone with a side dish of angel hair and a nice marinara sauce was very good. Chicken sliced thin like it should be. While there, a local Older gentleman was playing the accordion. He played whatever you wanted. I asked for ole Solo Mio and Che La Luna. He added a nice touch to the evening.

    TheFoodInspector 1.

    We ate here on our trip to Boston out of process of elimination because no other restaurant could accommodate a party of seven and all restaurants were very busy in little Italy. We saw the poor reviews before entering, but had no choice as we were hungry, I will start off by saying most reviews are accurate. Nothing great about this restaurant and nothing really horrible, besides the gnats and bugs inside the restaurant. The food was just ok and nothing to talk about. The place is tiny as most places in this area but it just didn't feel clean and up kept. I would not recommend this restaurant, especially if you don't live in this area.

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    Nice people but the food was not good I'm sorry- especially for the North End. Would recommend spending your $ elsewhere.

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    My favorite restaurant !!! The staff is amazing...It is so well priced. I feel like I'm in Italy while I'm there

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    The Best in the North End!! Amazing food! Authentic Italian Cuisine. Great service!! The hot antipasto is the best! Reservations are a must.

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    Isabella Ristorante - @eat_with_lily (food IG & tiktok)

    Isabella Ristorante

    4.5(660 reviews)
    0.1 miNorth End
    $$

    Amazing little spot in the Boston North End. We walked in…read morejust before lunch and were seated immediately. Recommend reservations for dinner as others have mentioned as it's relatively small, but cozy and reminiscent of some of my favorite Italy spots. Service was personal, immediate and wonderful. Bread was great as appetizer and filling. We ordered two specials and were VERY happy we did (see photos).

    I recently visited Isabella Ristorante in the North End and had a really enjoyable dinner overall…read more I'd definitely recommend making a reservation because the restaurant fills up quickly, especially during dinner hours. One small thing -- maybe it was just me, but the entrance was a little difficult to find at first since it's mainly just a door from the outside. There were also tables seated very close to the entrance, which made it feel a bit cramped and awkward walking in and out. Our waiter was friendly and nice, though the service did feel a little rushed at times. That said, the food was absolutely delicious. We started with the calamari to share, and it was beautifully prepared -- crispy, fresh, and not overly heavy. For my entree, I ordered the seafood pasta and really loved it. The seafood tasted fresh, the pasta was cooked perfectly, and the flavors all came together really well.

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    The wine wall at Isabella Ristorante.

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    Piattini - Rigatoni alla vodka

    Piattini

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    1.7 miBack Bay
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    I had such an amazing experience here from beginning to end. I sat outside and absolutely loved the…read moreatmosphere -- so cozy, charming, beautiful, and welcoming. The entire restaurant feels thoughtfully designed, clean, warm, and incredibly inviting. Pablo took care of me and made the experience even better. I came in wanting a very specific pasta dish, and they were so accommodating and helpful with suggestions. Pablo also recommended the Eggplant appetizer, which I honestly wasn't even planning to order... and it ended up being one of the best things I've eaten in a long time. Absolutely incredible flavor -- genuinely a 1000/10. I'm still thinking about it. The hostess was also so sweet, polite, and welcoming. Everyone made me feel comfortable and at home from the moment I arrived. The service was fast, attentive, and thoughtful the entire time. I couldn't finish my main course and asked for a to-go box, and even that was packed with so much care and attention. Overall, everything was exceptional -- the food, the atmosphere, the service, the hospitality. One of those places that makes you feel good while you're there. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to come back.

    It is very rare for me to find a pasta spot that I would come back to. Piattini is one of the spots…read morefor me. The ambiance inside and out is gorgeous. Great staff, that is attentive and works quickly. The pasta we ordered was also really delicious, plus the wine flight had some great selections! The meal itself was worth its values.

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    Krasi - Halloumi (grilled halloumi, watermelon, basil, dried kalamata, fig balsamic)

    Krasi

    4.6(580 reviews)
    1.8 miBack Bay
    $$

    Such a yummy greek experience!!! You can't go wrong here but be sure to get a reservation in…read moreadvance! The restaurant is cute but feels a bit small. The food is so delicious!! We ordered the meatballs, the souvla of the day and the salad. Everything was so tasty. You can't go wrong with anything here. The table next to us had the huge sampler which was about $240 but was one of every dish on the menu. This is a perfect choice for six to 8 people. Service was super friendly. They left a large bottle of water on the table, which I love. The restrooms were clean and well stocked. Go here! You won't regret it.

    I would've given Krasi five stars for the bread rolls alone. Almost everyone in my dinner party…read morenominated this as their favorite. The menu refers to these as "Greek cheese bread" but somehow that doesn't do it justice - these were immensely pillowy and cheesy, with an amazing crust, with homemade honey butter on the side. I could have had just these for dinner and been satisfied. They really nailed the bread. My other favorites: 1. Hipiti: spicy whipped feta with crispy potatoes on the side. I don't do well with spice but I absolutely loved this. 2. Marouli: winter lettuce with the most amazing vinaigrette dressing. My only knock to this is, presentation-wise, they serve it with half of the plate empty and the other half with salad. I don't understand why restaurants do this because - one, it only highlights the smaller portion and two, we're just going to mix the salad all around in the bowl anyway. 3. Boudeto: daily catch in a beautiful tomato broth. For a seafood dish at a restaurant in Back Bay, this was priced at a fairly reasonable $28. The only dish that fell a little flat for me was the tzatziki - needed a bit more seasoning. As it was, I was eating mostly just plain yogurt. The table-side preparation was cool, though. The space is its own visual dinner, there's simply a lot to look at (including a drawing of Poseidon riding a surf board). We got the big table in the back, which was a beautiful glass structure with a whole terrarium underneath. We couldn't stop marveling at it throughout the meal. Our waiter was wonderful - very helpful recommendations, came by to check on us often even though we were pretty far in the back, super patient with our questions. Hard to get reservations but worth it! Don't bother driving / trying to find parking unless you're willing to eat a hefty garage fee, it's Back Bay.

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    Krasi - Giouvetsi

    Giouvetsi

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    Dips (tzatziki, kopanisti, taramosalata, sourdough)

    SRV Boston

    SRV Boston

    4.4(652 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I will always support SRV... currently the best Italian restaurant I've had in Boston. Specializing…read morein Venetian cuisine. Focaccia: What an amazing focaccia!! The bread had large air pockets, visibly soft, with a rich aroma of salt and milk; the olive oil was smooth and mellow, with a full-bodied fragrance, and the aftertaste even included a subtle, restrained hint of tea. Even knowing it's a calorie bomb, I couldn't resist dipping it in more. Baccala Mantecato: Classic Venetian flavor. The salted cod was tender and delicate, almost like a light foam, somewhere between raw silk and mousse; the dark bread was simple yet not coarse, perfectly balancing the saltiness of the cod. The most surprising thing was the refreshing aroma of celery leaves that emerged in the aftertaste, lingering and persistent. Lumache: When looking at the menu, seeing "chili butter, Jonah crab, breadcrumb," I never expected such a distinct citric acidity. The subtle acidity was gently enveloped in the fatty aroma of chili butter, perfectly complementing the umami and sweetness of the crab meat with just the right amount of spiciness. The lumache were firm and chewy, the sauce rich and smooth, and the breadcrumbs light and crisp, creating a rich and distinct texture. The portion was generous; even after microwaved the next day, the sauce had naturally broken down and the lemon's tartness had dissipated, but the noodles mixed with chili oil still had a unique flavor. Tiramisu: Highly renowned, and the staff were quite confident. The surface was covered with a thick layer of crispy cocoa nibs, the cake itself is incredibly soft and moist, and digging inside reveals an "underground river" of coffee liquid, while its bitterness was perfectly balanced by the sweet Marsala. The overall flavor was sweet and mellow, less bitter than typical tiramisu, with more layers of complexity. Actually, I was hoping for a slightly bitter version. Even on a weekday, it was packed with customers; by 5:10 PM, only one bar seat was left. Reservations are highly recommended. However, the bar was in a good location, with the bartenders being the easiest servers to find. It was a pleasant conversation with them.

    Pros: The prices are a lot more reasonable than most places in Boston, portions on the main courses…read moreare big (enough to take leftover). The service is so friendly and seamless which in itself makes for a lovely evening. Highlights were the mussels, which were very fresh and delicious. The service here was attentive with the waiters offering more bread for the mussels. Most dishes are a little spicy, so if you don't like spice, make sure to note that with the waiter. The miso gelato is one of the most delicious savory/sweet desserts, and has lots of nice crunchy accents of the sesame crumble. Cocktails are fabulous, very smooth, as well as the mocktails. Cons: The crostini was nothing really special, and one of them came without the oyster butter. The meatballs, which were tasty but had a slightly hard texture on the outside. The prawn risotto was pretty one-note in flavor, and the prawn heads tasted overcooked and slightly off. The radiatore was spicy and nicely plated. The Cremoso al Cioccolato had a strange flavor profile that didn't quite fit, and had such a large salted chocolate-truffle section that we did not finish it (which is saying something)! Overall, if you are looking for a solid dinner in Boston that will guarantee be a nice experience because of the atmosphere, this is a good place.

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    Bar Interior

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    Stuffed fired zucchini flower

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    The Salty Pig

    The Salty Pig

    4.2(2.1k reviews)
    1.6 miBack Bay
    $$

    "Keep on with the forth, don't stop/don't stop until you get enough~" What mischief could a…read morerestaurant with Michael Jackson's music possibly have? Salty Pig Pizza: A pizza with the same name as the restaurant! Who was the genius who came up with the idea of ​​salted pig and beer caramel? It's brilliant! The salted pork appears to include Prosciutto di Parma from Langirano, Prosciutto Cotto, and Salcissia. Baking rendered the prosciutto's fat, which blends with the caramel to create a beautiful golden syrup that flows across the pizza's surface. The prosciutto was savory, oily, and tender; the minced salcissia retains its coarse texture and rich meaty aroma; the caramel was sweet and mellow with a honey-like sweetness, forming the top, middle, and base notes respectively. The arugula was slightly warmed, losing its astringent and raw taste while maintaining its crisp texture, helped to cut through the richness together with the Parmesan cheese powder. The crust was crispy, while the inside the dough was soft and chewy. The cooking time and seasoning were all just right, and the restaurant's proud wooden oven added a charming smoky flavor. Affogato: I had high expectations, but it was just okay. The espresso was too sour, and the vanilla ice cream couldn't balance it out. The almond biscuits had an overpowering almond flavor, and the flavor of plant-based protein was terrible! (Oh, this should have been a plus...)

    On a BOS layover downtown we decided to try this place for convenience and for table availability…read morewith a fairly reasonable wait. Ordered the staple pizza and a pasta, but before that.. I could not try a cheese and meat board you can mix and match to your liking. Quick and attentive servers are available to answer any questions you might have Thumbs up

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    Interior

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    Little gem lettuce

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    MIDA - Focaccia

    MIDA

    4.2(705 reviews)
    2.1 miSouth End
    $$

    Listen! Baby! This place had me and my husband going through our photo files trying to remember…read morewhat city we were in! This place from start to finish did not disappoint! The burrata was so fresh and delicious with the perfect amount of crunch with the pine nuts! I loved the crostinis so much they brought us more-- the pesto is AMAZING and if you love the fresh taste of olive oil and pine nuts, yum! We ordered the short braised rib lasagna and my husband had the toasted chicken. Both impeccable but mine was better! They made our night by bringing me a deconstructed version of tiramisu which was also delicious and the espresso was poured over it and so warm and fresh! The customer service and ambiance was truly amazing and for Boston in late July? We had the best experience! Highly recommend!

    I would give Mida 3.5 stars if I could. I enjoyed the ambiance especially for a dinner out with my…read morefriends. Our waitress definitely impacted my experience. I'm not sure if she was new, but the overall interaction seemed awkward and as if she didn't want to be bothered. I really enjoyed the sorrento spritz, which was surprising because I typically don't like grapefruit flavor. The drink was very refreshing and I also appreciate paying only $6 for a mocktail (places tend to overcharge). My favorite appetizer was the arancini. It was fried well and flavorful. The caesar salad was also great. The calamari were okay, but nothing special and they he focaccia was tasty, but I wish it was a little softer. For my entree I ordered the cacio e pepe gnocchi, which was also just okay in my opinion. I was looking for a bolder flavor, but unfortunately I didn't get that.

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    MIDA - Inside

    Inside

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    Foccacia

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