I had such an amazing experience here from beginning to end. I sat outside and absolutely loved the atmosphere -- 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. read more

It is very rare for me to find a pasta spot that I would come back to. Piattini is one of the spots for 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. read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Stumbled in here for lunch after not eating the entire day. The hostess immediately sat us however gave us the worst two person table downstairs in the heart of foot traffic even though others were open, but I was too hungry to do anything. Our server was friendly and hardworking-5/5. Good cocktail menu- Piattini lemonade was 5/5, super refreshing but not too sweet. Overall the food was extremely average. We got the Caesar salad, garlic bread, rigatoni alla vodka, and lobster ravioli. Nothing stood out but nothing was bad, again just average. The sauce on the lobster ravioli was pretty good and you could taste lobster chunks in the ravioli, but not the best I've had. read more

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I'm always surprised at how these newbury st establishments are much bigger and spruced up inside than what meets the eye from outside. The walls have these nice murals/paintings that cover the whole wall space. Food was delicioussss. The eggplant appetizer was a crowd pleaser and the tiramisu was outstanding. My seafood pasta was loaded up with mussels, salmon, octopus, and shrimp and a good portion. All the drinks were on point - would recommend the espresso and pistachio martini. read more

Piattini - FRUTTI DI MARE - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A stunning atmosphere and incredible service, even if the food missed the mark. I am still giving Piattini 4 stars for the fantastic service, the beautiful ambiance, prime location, and the drinks! The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous. They have a great outdoor seating area right on Newbury Street that is perfect for people-watching. Inside, the space is divided into these unique, eclectic nooks. Whether you want to feel right at home or celebrate in their stunning vine-draped dining room (the ceiling is amazing!), the vibe is spot-on. I stopped in on a Wednesday, so it wasn't too busy, and I sat right at the bar. The bartender was fantastic--super attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. I ordered a wine flight, and they gave me these adorable little informational cards detailing the region and tasting notes for every unique bottle I tried. It was such a cute, elevated touch that made the experience feel special! The food came out in a very timely fashion, but unfortunately, it was the weak point of the visit. I started with the bruschetta, hoping for the best, but it was incredibly under-seasoned. The cherry tomatoes were left whole, which meant I was chewing on tomato skins for far too long, and the juices immediately made the middle of the toast completely soggy. Next came the pasta. I truly appreciated that the kitchen can customize anything you want even vegan style. On the plus side, the food arrives piping hot, and the portion size was wonderful! However, just like the appetizer, it was seriously lacking flavor. I had to add as much salt and pepper as I possibly could just to make it worth my while. Ultimately, the overall experience was the best part of the deal--from the gorgeous views to the wonderful wine flight and the stellar service. But as for the meal itself... in the historic Boston Italian vs. Irish rivalry, I think the Irish might have won this round! #Enjoygoodpeople read more

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Visited here on a warm night recently. I used to always come here back when I was a student at NEU. Food and vibes are always so cozy and inviting here. Great spot for a date. The only thing I feel like can be improved is service level. You can easily be neglected and not have a single waiter walk past you for 15+ mins (and I've been here 10+ times). It's also not very clear where you go to get seated. You'd think you walk through the front entrance to the desk, but you actually have to look for a small table on the sidewalk and wait for someone to get to the table to seat you. read more

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First time trying this jawn went in on a Sunday evening. Was pretty packed and already booked so definitely make sure to make a reservation in advance. I managed to wait for the bar to clear which couldn't have been more than 10 mins. Bartender was super nice and attentive. Was stick between two options and he suggested the Rogatoni allá Vodka which was an amazing choice. I've had rigatoni allá vodka before but this definitely has to be at the top of my list. The ambiance is very nice not too loud with low lighting. Definitely a must if you're into that overall my experience was great besides the wait definitely would come back ! read more

Piattini - Rigatoni Allá Vodka - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Our waiter was great! The food was exceptional. We were celebrating our daughter's college graduation, and we have a great time at Piattini

Keeping it short and sweet: the consensus is, come to this lovely restaurant. Located on lively Newbury Street, you may have to wait during peak hours, but the wait is completely worth it. The food is delicious and priced very fairly. You can tell it's made with whole, fresh ingredients, and the menu feels slightly elevated compared to a typical Italian restaurant. We ordered a few pasta dishes--the penne alla vodka and the pesto pasta--and I would highly recommend both. The pesto was incredibly fresh, and the mushrooms added a rich, creamy texture to the dish. Being in such a popular area really makes this restaurant feel vibrant and special. read more

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Tiny spot on newbury, limited seating in the dining room, separate bar area. Decent wine menu and they seemed to have other liquor options as well. Food was delicious, eggplant appetizer was unique with smoked mozeralla and vodka sauce, tuna crudo was also fresh and delicious. Ordered the saffron vongole, truffle ravioli, rigatoni and brussel sprouts. The riggatoni was my favorite dish, the vongole was good and prepared al dente. The ravioli portion was large and rich, great for mushroom/truffle lovers. Service was attentive and friendly. Overall great experience. read more

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Loved our dinner at Piattini! Service is lovely and food was fabulous! Very approachable and reasonable wine list. The black truffle ravioli and the lobster ravioli were fantastic. Make sure to try the eggplant appetizer because it is so good! read more

Piattini - BLACK TRUFFLE RAVIOLI - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Wonderful italian restaurant in back bay. Make a reservation, we went on a Thursday night and the restaurant was decently filled. Loved the shrimp scampi, it was fantastic and I would order it again. They also had a great tiramisu. Their bruschetta is also very interesting, unlike the bruschetta that I get at other italian places. read more

Piattini - Scampi - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great spot on Newbury! We managed to snag a walk up on a Saturday around 530pm. Group split the rigatoni vodka (delicious !) , burrata and summer salad (not pictured but a highlight!). Drinks were great, nice spot on the street for al fresco dining. While our waitress was fantastic, it was a little slow overall but the restaurant was busy. Would recommend if you're looking for Italian somewhere other than North End! read more

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Hands down the best Italian restaurant I've been to. The ambience in this restaurant is just so refreshing especially after a long day of shopping and walking around Newbury Street. We came here hungry and everything on the menu looked so good, but we decided to get multiple items so that we can share and try out different foods. The meatballs were so delicious and it was my favorite dish. You can't go wrong with an arugula salad as a light starter, and all the toppings were just the perfect addition. The pizza was super cheesy and flavorful, and we were able to do a fun and super long cheese pull when we grabbed our slice. The gnocchi was definitely a unique dish as the sauce must be hard to perfect with its flavorful spinach and creamy aroma. They gave complimentary bread which we also dipped into the meatball and gnocchi sauce! read more

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Great experience! We stopped in for a quick drink and bite on a Wednesday afternoon and had a lovely experience. I had the white wine flight - all of which were delicious and the Misto Formaggio. The Misto was great with a generous amount of cheese and prosciutto. Service was lovely as well as our waitress was very friendly and warm. Ambiance was divine - the perfect outdoor patio for a day time bite! I would without a doubt recommend and return. read more

Piattini - Misto Formaggio & White Wine flight - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

" Excellent service and food is amazing" The food is amazing . Everything tastes so fresh and delicious. The vibe is welcoming and warm . read more

The restaurant is in Back Bay on Newbury Street. The parking is hard to find even a meter for a parking spot. The staff was nice and respectful! The food is great and very delicious. It's a nice, cozy, and romantic place. read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had a wonderful time at Piattini! The atmosphere is so cozy and welcoming, making it a perfect spot for a relaxed dinner. We tried the Spinach Gnocchi and the Bolognese -- both were incredibly flavorful and felt very authentic. The Meatballs were also a highlight! Don't forget to save room for their Tiramisu, it was the perfect sweet ending. Great wine selection and friendly service. Highly recommend! read more

tried Piattini once again as it's been awhile. i sat at the bar on an early friday evening and there was plenty of tables available. the restaurant is a romantic, cute vibe with great music (berlioz) , and edgar provided great service. i only had a small appetite, so i had their caesar salad and cremini pizza. the caesar salad was good, however i did not love the pizza. it's definitely fresh but it just wasn't my favorite. i had one piece, and packed it up only not to waste it. caesar salad 8/10 cremini pizza 3/10 based on the romantic aesthetic, i'd probably return for a glass of wine & a salad, but it's not the first on my list. ambiance: 4/5 food: 2.8/5 drinks: 4/5 service: 5/5 piattini: 3.9/5 read more

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Service was right on the mark! Informative, friendly and attentive. Fresh home made bread with dipping oil, and delicious bruschetta made with whole roasted cherry/grape tomatoes, balsamic drizzle and grilled bread, designed to share with a guest. Their popular appetizer with crisp eggplant, smoked mozzarella and a delicious truffley sauce was perfect for a small plate dinner. Other diner had the pasta bolognese and was also delicious. Would definately come back and highly recommend! read more

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The ambience is great here and so is the service! We sat outside and it was so beautiful. The food was delicious and we enjoyed our entire experience! Would definitely recommend! read more

Pop in for lunch, we were the 1st customer, nice n quiet. Ambiance is cute. I ordered the FRUTTI DI MARE which was delicious with right amount of spiciness. My friend ordered NY style pizza, which I wasn't all that impressed. I say Service was good not excellent, considering there were only two other tables occupied. read more

Piattini's is an Italian restaurant on Newbury St. that's known for its small plates and great pasta. It's semi-walkable from the Boston Public Garden/Boston Commons and the Boston Public Library. It's also close to the Copley Green Line Station. There's outdoor seating and indoor seating, which usually fills up on the weekends. Indoors is a bit crowded and dark but it has a nice date vibe to it. The servers were really nice & brought us bread/water quickly even though it was busy. The bread was delicious but my favorite thing on the table was the rigatoni alla vodka. Before adding the red chili flakes, the pasta was a great balance creamy and tangy. Once the spices were added, it elevated the dish to the next level. I originally thought that the portion size was small for the price, but it was surprisingly filling. This pasta has been added to my top 3 favorites. The pizza was good - it tasted like an average Margherita pizza. The ratio of cheese to sauce to crust was nice and the flavor was the right amount of tomatoe-y. Both dishes were great for sharing. I'd definitely recommend coming here while you're visiting Boston for a classy and hearty meal after strolling Newbury St! read more

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So good, we went back two days later. Great Meatballs, awesome pasta and to die for Chocolate Mousse. We'll keep coming back when we are in Boston. Special shout out to Valentina. read more

Ordered: Passion for Mojito Mocktail (~$10): passionfruit, mint, lime Brussels Sprouts (~$17): maple glazed Brussels sprouts, gorgonzola cheese, broken pecans Tartare di Tonno (~$22): cubed raw tuna, cubed mango, cubed cucumbers, sliced avocado, cilantro salsa verde, sesame seeds, microgreens, and parmesan crostini Black Truffle Ravioli (~$32): ravioli stuffed with black truffle peeling, potato, ricotta cheese, light mushroom cream sauce Raffaela's Tiramisu (~$12) Creme Brûlée (~$11) Aya's take: We had a reservation for 6 people at 6:30pm and were seated a bit later than anticipated. We didn't mind at all and I had received a call prior to our reservation stating they were running behind schedule. I appreciate how proactive they were in openly communicating the delays they were experiencing. Service was pretty decent considering how busy they were with every table (both inside and outside) being taken. I started off with the Passion for Mojito Mocktail which was very disappointing. I didn't get any essence of passionfruit or mint. It was basically a lime-flavored soda water. Not worth it. Both appetizers were also not great. The Brussels Sprouts could've been crispier and all I could really taste was the sweetness from the maple glaze. The Tartare di Tonno was not super fresh which was evident from the pale color and the slightly fishy taste. So far, everything was a 3/5. The Black Truffle Ravioli was the redeeming factor for me! The ravioli pieces were pretty big and the wrapping was cooked well. Each bite was loaded with the delicious black truffle, ricotta cheese, and light mushroom sauce - all these flavors came together nicely! Now as for desserts, both the Raffaela's Tiramisu and Creme Brûlée were solid choices! If I had to choose one, the Raffaela's Tiramisu is the winner. It was light, moist, and creamy with the right amount of sweetness. Decent meal at Piattini although there are definitely better options. read more

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Had a great dinner here. I ordered the pasta Bolognese and it was very good. We also shared the tuna appetizer which was excellent. My companion enjoyed her meal just as much. I paired it all with a nice glass of Malbec that went perfectly with the food. The outdoor seating was a real highlight. It is first come, first serve, and offers a great spot to enjoy the atmosphere of Newbury Street. The ambiance was chill, relaxed, and perfect for a casual evening. Service was friendly, helpful, and efficient from start to finish. We never made it inside but the outdoor dining made for a great experience. I look forward to coming back. read more

Big yum. A delight to support this warm, hand-crafted, full of love restaurant. The service is welcoming and familiar. The decor is minimalist but so thoughtful and delightful. And, you know, THE FOOD!!! The food, people!!! We had the eggplant appetizer, bruschetta, clam pasta, bolognese, the amalfi spritz and a glass of sangiovese. Would come back for it all and the rest of the menu!! Portions are hearty and you'll leave full with enough for lunch the next day. read more

Very friendly staff, accommodated earlier resy. Food was good both pizza and pasta. Fast service, Amazing options both infor and outdoor seating read more

Tasty arugula salad with beets. Garlic bread twists were okay, but I prefer mine either more butter. Short rib pappardelle was very good - rich sauce, harkened to Alpine Italy. Margherita pizza was also quite good. Its bright flavor nicely balanced the heaviness of the pappardelle sauce. read more

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Initially we were seated in a high traffic area we weren't fond of. When asked if we could move, they took care of us We started the evening with a basket of very tasty rustic chewy bread accompanied by nice olive oil & a bottle of Sangiovese My husband & I both ordered pasta dishes. He had the shrimp scampi which was a little under seasoned & I had the fussili al pesto. I especially liked the mushrooms added to this very creamy pesto dish. Red pepper flakes & some salt sealed the deal.Large portions. Left with tomorrow's dinner! Attentive waitress Christine. Being a Friday night & on busy Newbury St., it was quite crowded & noisy both inside & out. Made reservations.Was seated right away You can hear other conversations all around you so a bit tough to chat. Warm lighting and attractive wall decor. Overall, a pleasant night. read more

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Came on a Sunday night for a party of 3 and there was no wait. Service was friendly and quick. Our server, Christian, was knowledgeable and gave several recommendations based on what we were looking for. The bread for the table was a simple rustic bread with fluffy chewy interior and hard crust. They will ask if you want bread. Two of us shared the Boscaiola which was rich but because it is vegetable based, filling but light. I really enjoyed the creamy mushroom flavor and the peas were a sweet addition. We also shared the Burrata Raviola. I am not very familiar with burrata, but is like a creamier version of mozzarella cheese. There is just the right amount of truffle flavor in the dish. A cute, casual spot for an informal date night or girl's night out. read more

Piattini - Boscaiola - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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There are restaurants you go to for the food and restaurants you go to for the feeling. Piattini manages to be both. The Rigatoni Alla Vodka was one of the best things I have eaten in Boston -- rich, perfectly balanced, plated with genuine care. The mushroom ravioli special was extraordinary. But what I keep coming back to is the service: our server knew every dish, every wine, and somehow managed to be present every time we needed something and invisible every time we didn't. The wine education cards are a stroke of genius -- I kept mine. If you haven't been to Piattini, you're missing one of this city's best dining experiences. And if you have been, you already know. read more

I came here with a friend to try out some Italian food in Newbury St. All the serving portions are a little smaller making it great for sharing. We got the black truffle ravioli, melanzane affumicate and for dessert we got the warm chocolate torta. The ravioli and eggplant dish were amazing but my favorite was the black truffle ravioli. The sauce was so flavorful. They have a cute patio for seating and an indoor space as well. Can't wait to come back here to try the other menu items. read more

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Came here as a group of four for a late weekend brunch (~2 pm) and we were able to get seated almost immediately without a reservation! The restaurant is very pretty and the ambiance was lovely. Our server was kind and attentive - when I brought up the fact that I had a serious gluten allergy, she patiently walked me through their menu and noted which ones were safe for me to order (they cook non-gluten free and gluten-free pastas in completely separate pots). I ended up getting a pasta with mushrooms, pancetta, and peas (completely forgot the actual name of the dish oops), while my friends ordered the bolognese, lobster ravioli, and truffle ravioli. They unfortunately don't offer any gluten-free bread as a starter :( I enjoyed my dish a lot - for gluten-free pasta, it still had a nice al dente texture and I loved the flavor of my pasta sauce (there seemed to be a very *slight* kick of spice). All of our portions were pretty large and we all left feeling very stuffed with some leftovers to take home. We had also decided to split the burrata as an appetizer, which was a bit mediocre. Definitely one of the better restaurants on Newbury that I've been to! read more

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Stopped by here Saturday afternoon to catch a drink and appetizer with some friends. Newbury St was super busy, but we were pleasantly surprised to be seated immediately on their outdoor patio. It was the perfect weather out and they even had space heaters for the shaded areas. Even though they didn't have sangria on the menu, they were very accommodating and served us red sangria, which was refreshing and delicious! For our appetizer we ordered the burrata which was fresh and flavorful - really hit the spot! Our waitress was attentive and very kind. The food around us not only looked amazing but smelt so good. I can't wait to return to try out their pasta or even a sandwich. read more

Outstanding, I've been going here for years, I love it! Great food and great service. I have done take out too, yum!

Great food and the atmosphere of a quaint Italian place off the beaten path. Daughter is celiac so has to eat GF. The gf pasta was amazing!

Excellent sauces and flavors. Loved the Black Truffle Ravioli. The eggplant appetizer was great and the fig and prosciutto pizza is amazing. read more

Loved the food and the place Good service Good atmosphere And amazing food And great selection on the bar read more

5+ stars for Piattini, where I reserved the private room for a gathering of 18 people. Planning the event from out of town was easy with the help of David, who helped craft the menu and explain everything in detail. The restaurant is on Newbury, and David was there to meet the party and welcome us to our room, where he repeatedly checked in to make sure everything was ok. It was more than OK - the food was delicious, the service (from Federico) responsive but not intrusive, and the space lovely. I would highly recommend the restaurant and particularly this space for a group event anywhere from 12 to 24 people (could probably fit more). If I lived in Boston, I would be a regular. read more