Go here for the burrata!! The best appetizer I have ever had: heirloom tomatoes, prosciutto, burrata and fresh bread. read more

Piattini - Burrata - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I absolutely love Piattini. One of my go to places in Back Bay for Italian food. Great outdoor seating on Newbury street. Literally everything here is sooooo delicious. I highly recommend any dish that has pesto in it, you cannot go wrong! Our favorite waiter is Maximo!! He is kind, helpful, hilarious and extremely personable. If you get him as your server, it will be a treat! This was our second time having him as a server and he gave us a tiramisu on the house. 10/10! :) read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Amazing pasta! We had the vodka sauce pasta and it was delicious! The salad we had was super fresh as well, and the ambiance of the room in the restaurant we were in was beautiful and warm! I'd say the service was a bit iffy, I wish we were checked on more, but the food came out quick- we did have to wait around for the check when we were ready to go. read more

The food was all great! I especially enjoyed the Spinach Gnocchi which came with a nice green pesto cream sauce and large pieces of tomato. The small plate was a good size for a meal for me and the large plate was too big to finish. The Mussels were also very tasty. read more

We ordered pasta with bolognese and there was no meat in the dish. Very, very disappointing! Tasted like sauce from a bottle! Would not go back read more

Definitely get the mussels. WOW. The salmon + polenta definite stood out too. Service was good. We wished the table bread could have been warm. Lobster ravioli was good though we couldn't determine what was missing. Texture and presentation was good. read more

This is a cute place on Newbury St. I came here for dinner around 6:30 without a reservation. Thankfully, we were able to get seated outdoors quickly, which is hard to find on the busy street during dinner time! We had the Lobster Ravioli and Salmon Risotto. I don't know how the inside looks like but I recommend outdoor seating with reservation. Food and ambiance is great! read more

Piattini - Lobster Ravioli, Salmon Risotto - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is a great Italian place right in downtown Boston, specifically Back Bay area. I personally really enjoyed my experience there. The space has a nice ambiance. They can offer more intimate, personal dining experience for dates or for large parties alike. The waitresses were polite and efficient. They greeted you, asked nicely if we had any reservation, brought out the food promptly for everyone in your dining party..and take care of my requests you have. The food is also just as good. Even for lunch, we found the portion size to be good..and with great prices, too (pasta dishes for lunch go for $11-15..not bad at all!). Everyone in our dining party enjoyed the meal. I had their lobster ravioli ($13) and thought the portion was just right. It was on a light lunch side...but definitely kept me satisfied through remaining of the day. Their other pasta dishes like angel hair or spaghetti seemed to be more filling though..so if you are hungry..you may want to go for that..or pick a pasta dish and another appetizer or two...and you will be satisfied. I definitely want to stop by Piattini again in the future. But I will also want to make sure I RSVP ahead of going there for sure. Their space isn't too big..so if you want a nice Italian place in Back Bay...save on a potential headache and make a reservation ahead of time! read more

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The food and portions were great. A good place to go with some people and share multiple dishes. The atmosphere was typical italien restaurant and had great service read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best Italian restaurant on newbury! Juana was an amazing server and gave us the best recommendations. The lobster raviolis and pesto pasta was a must! Her favorite appetizer was the eggplant and it exceeded expectations. Highly recommend this restaurant. and ask for Juana! read more

Piattini - Lobster Ravioli Daragosta Fusilli Pesto - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is my first time in Boston. I had asked the concierge where he recommended that was close by and he gave me a list of three restaurants but said that Piattini was his ultimate favorite! And I love Italian, so decided to give it a try! When I arrived there, it was quite crowded, so I knew it must be good. Luckily, for a Saturday night, the wait for a table of 2 was only 15 minutes! (I was expecting to have to wait longer!) Looking over the menu, I spotted a wine flight section and decided to try that out! I got the fruttoso rosso flight and they were all delicious!! For my main, I ordered the kale pesto pasta. It came with roasted red peppers and grape tomatoes. I was a bit unsure of how I would like kale pesto, but I'm so glad I tried it because I LOVED it!! Would 100% order again! I had looked over the dessert menu and everything sounded so good, but I was too full and had to pass. Our waiter was amazing as well. He provided his recommendations and was very attentive to anything that we might have needed! If you're new to Boston, or a lifer, I highly recommend trying this place out! read more

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The ambiance made for a great experience with friends in a very modern/trendy location on Newbury Street. Everything was clean and reasonably priced. The food was delicious/filling and came out quickly. The service was exceptional; it's evident they care about their customers. read more

Definitely one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to. The prices were very reasonable, and the food was delicious. Service-wise, we were extremely pleased and well cared for during our time there. We enjoyed the sleek ambiance of the place and loved the two different dining options the restaurant has. In addition, our food came out very fast and tasted amazing. read more

The service was great but unfortunately, the gluten-free options were disappointing. After walking around Newbury street, my boyfriend and I decided to try out Piattini after seeing they had gluten-free options for both pizza and pasta. If you're gluten-free, you know how hard it can be to find good GF Italian options! Sadly, the pizza and pasta we ordered were not great. The gluten-free Margarita pizza was clearly a frozen cauliflower crust, but the problem wasn't the crust, it was that the toppings kept sliding off the pizza. Every time I picked up a slice, the sauce and cheese would simply slide off the crust making it really hard to not only pick up but also enjoy the pizza. The gluten-free pasta Bolognese was also disappointing as the gluten-free pasta was overcooked and very chewy. The sauce was also underseasoned. Maybe their regular pizza and pasta is better, but when it comes to gluten-free options maybe opt for a different place. read more

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Food: 2/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Food at price point: 2/5 Notes: small plates restaurant that I didn't get small plates at... maybe that is my problem? the serving was way too big but not in a good way. read more

Cute little spot in Back Bay with good food, ambiance and service. There was 3 of us and we started with 3 piattini items (small dishes) garlic breadsticks, spinach gnocchi and the burrata. All 3 were scrumptious but the burrata was the standout for me. It came with heirloom tomato, balsamic glaze, prosciutto, cilantro vinaigrette. I could have had that for dinner with a glass of wine and been so content. Also, the piattini sizes are bigger than expected! Easily could have gotten 1-2 more and only done family style which I probably would rather do next time. For the main I got the truffle ravioli and it was good but nothing I was energized by. Dipping the french bread in the sauce after was actually my favorite. read more

One of the best restaurants I have been to in boston so far! We ordered the clams and linguini and shrimp scampi. It was soo delish. The prices were also quite good considering the quality and location. For dessert we ordered the crem brulee and it was the best one I have ever had. It was so fluffy and creamy without being too dense. The ambience has a cosy yet sophisticated feel and our waiter was awesome. I will definetly be coming back! read more

My boyfriend and I checked out this place during a trip to Newbury St. because it has the cutest patio area! Really great ambiance for a casual date, friend get together, or even for a lunch break from shopping. For cocktails, I ordered the Il Spritzer and my boyfriend ordered the vodka lemonade. The vodka lemonade was so good that I ordered it for my second round. We ordered the meatballs as an appetizer and got the shrimp scampi and burrata pizza as entrees. I would highly recommend the burrata pizza and definitely add prosciutto! The waiter said the shrimp scampi is their most popular dish but for me, it was just so-so. Probably going to order something else next time. Overall, it was a great spot and I'd recommend it to anyone in the area! read more

Piattini - Scampi, Burrata Pizza - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I love right off Newbury so tried this place out for lunch on a Saturday. We went pretty early, around 11am before crowds hit. I ordered the Shrimp Salad and my friend ordered the vegan ravioli. Newbury street is a very expensive street so prices were understandably high here as well. However I was extremely underwhelmed: Service: the waiters and hostess basically stand around a gossip and act as if it's an inconvenience to serve you. We had to physically flag the waiter any time we needed something Food: I cook quite a bit and the shrimp was extremely odd. For an $18 salad, I expected more than 3 shrimp and honestly I didn't even eat two of them because of an over cooked and stale taste. Super disappointing. The greens were fresh however. My friend did enjoy her ravioli. Ambience: it's Newbury street and very cute for people watching so no complaints there. Overall just super average and NOTTT worth the price read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We just stopped by here because we were hungry and it was the first place we saw. It's very cute and we opted to sit outside. The leaves were falling all over our food which we didn't mind. It was pretty but just be aware I guess. The bread was very good. My cousin ate the crust and I ate the inside. Gosh it was just so good. We got two things and shared. They were perfect portion sizes for two adults. Shrimp scampi: the sauce was actually so delicious. Shrimp was cooked well. The only problem was that it was served in a bowl. Since the sauce is so thin and it's linguini, all the sauce accumulated at the bottom. You had to really mix it around and sorta try and scoop up the sauce to get a good bite. At first, I thought it was bland because I didn't realize there was so much sauce at the bottom. Squid ink pasta: Peas. My cousin and I LOVE peas. It was a great dish. Not much to say except that it was amazing. read more

Everything here was so good. I loved the tasty food and hardworking staff. It was a great Saturday night out on Newbury Street in downtown Boston. read more

I finally got a chance to check this place out! I called a week ahead to make reservations for my party of 4 on a Friday night. The ambience was nice and the lightening wasn't too dark which I appreicated. We ordered two plates of the Black Truffle Ravoli, Scampi, and Salmon. We also ordered some wine, too. The food was super tasty with a lot of flavor and the price wasn't too bad either. I would definitely come back again for the food and to try more wine flights. read more

Piattini - Black Truffle Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Piattini has a really great vibe, great food, and great wine! What really brought me to this place though was the "impossible" ravioli - I'd never seen it on any menu before and loved that they had a really interesting vegan option (btw, it was great). I also recommend the wine flight! read more

Piattini - impossible ravioli - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Piattini is creative Italian dining on Boston's lovely Newbury Street. It's a bright & lively atmosphere, albeit a little loud for conversation. Our dinner was delicious. I enjoyed the Salmon, which had the most amazing sauce. The cauliwow salad was also exceptional. Everyone in my party absolutely loved their meals. 2 of us had ravioli, 1 tried the meatballs & 1 had spaghetti Bolognese. The service, while friendly, left a little to be desired. We did feel a little ignored. That being said, it was a really busy Saturday evening. I would still go back, everyone has an off night every so often & the food was well worth it. read more

PROS: - Wonderful staff. The hostess and our waitress were friendly. - Good cocktail menu - Looking at the food menu, I could tell this place knows its ingredients. Everything looked really tempting. It was hard to choose just one haha - Large portions for the pasta so I feel like the slightly higher pricing that puts some people off is very understandable. Also, please consider the fact that you're eating at Newbery St. so of course the restaurants around here will be a bit pricier. CONS: - Make reservations! It's a popular restaurant at a popular location so it's quite busy. Never hurts to plan ahead :) - Small space. We sat at the table for 2 right in front of the door on the side of the kitchen. It was a pretty small space with lots of people walking by since it's a busy restaurant. Not too stuffed that we felt uncomfortable though. SPECIFICS: - Penne Con Zucca = Pasta was cooked perfectly. The gorgonzola cheese was beautifully melted and pulled into strings with each forkful. The squash was cooked into a nice tenderness while keeping its texture. Chicken was nice and tender too, not too dry. Only needed a tad of salt to balance out the sweetness of the squash but it's a simple fix. OVERVIEW: Would come back again to give some of their enticing menu items a try. Make reservations ahead of time. read more

Sebastian offered great food suggestions based on our taste, also with superb wine selections (French rosé). His service was excellent. We dined outside which was perfect for a beautiful afternoon. read more

This place is definitely on the pricier end but overall pretty satisfied with my meal! The burrata ravioli is a must! The burrata is so creamy and sandwiches the fried eggplant perfectly, and is surrounded by such a rich tasty sauce which was honestly perfect for dipping the complementary bread in. The spinach gnocchi however was a bit heavier and a bit underwhelming; the flavors weren't too special or distinct and the gnocchi was a bit less soft and chewy as I would have preferred. The warm chocolate torta dessert definitely hit the spot though: the chocolate cake was so warm and had a softer center, and was paired so perfectly with the ice cream!! read more

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We had our rehearsal dinner at Piattini. It was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding weekend. The food was absolutely fantastic, the staff provided outstanding service and the venue was perfect! Extra shout out to their manager Charles who was the absolute BEST! read more

One of my go-tos in Boston for Italian food for many years. Their dishes have a great depth of flavor. Absolute favorites include the bolognese pasta and the fried eggplant appetizer--they are a cut above most other Italian restaurants'. read more

This was a great place for a date night in Boston! The bread was fresh and delicious, service was fast, and our entrees were spectacular. The lobster ravioli had a good amount of lobster in it. The ambiance and views of Newbury Street can't be beat! read more

Piattini - Ravioli D'aragosta - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I love this place! Every time I go the food is consistently fresh, delicious, and the portion sizes are very reasonable. I particularly love their gamberetti salad with large, juicy shrimps, the prosciutto pizza, and the ricotta pizza. If you've never had butternut squash on your pizza you're definitely missing out! The Ravioli Daragosta (lobster ravioli) was also scrumptious. Would highly recommend this place if you're looking for good quality and delicious food! read more

Wow! So good! Try the Baratta ravioli! By far the best Italian food I've ever had. Great atmosphere! read more

We went to Piattini yesterday. Since it was raining, we chose to sit inside, and the environment was very cozy. We ordered the fusilli pesto and the scampi. Both dishes were excellent--delicious and well-presented. Our server, Oriel, did an outstanding job. He was very attentive and kind, ensuring we had everything we needed. His recommendation of the homemade tiramisu was spot-on, and his friendly demeanor made our visit even more enjoyable. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend Piattini to others. read more

Service was very quick and the food was good to had the shrimp scampi definitely recommend! Our waiter was very nice didn't catch his name but he was new and very kind! read more

Piattini - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

OK but not great quality, same for the ambience and price. Service was strangely unfriendly.

We sat outside under an umbrella and it was the cutest view! All of the food we tried was amazing. We started with the burrata and it was great. For entrees we had the bolognese, vegan ravioli, truffle pasta, Margherita pizza, and vegan pizza. They had multiple vegan options which was great for my parents! The portions are pretty big! I would definitely recommend! read more

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Good quiet spot on busy Newbury St. We had two allergies in our party (lactose and celiac) and they very accommodating. The food was very good and the service was excellent. read more

Great food and great servicd. We went twice in 4 days we stayed in Boston. I will be hitting again the same place in July wen I go back. The staff is so accommodating, very nice n good is so good. read more

Piattini is a full service decent Italian eats in Back bay! ++ Ambiance is intimate. Set below the street, inside is split into 2 DRs, one with a full bar and an outdoor patio. + Food was good but far from authentic Italian. Everyone liked their dishes especially lobster ravioli, meatballs and scampi. But my chicken squash penne was a little sweet and not al dente as ordered. What I really liked was their fig jam from the cheese board, fresh baked bread and fresh arugula (salad was lacking but the greens were fresh). They have a full bar and a good sized wine list too. ++ Price is rather reasonable for the overall food, the service and their location. ++ Service was very good! Attentive and steady throughout the meal. We walked to the restaurant from our hotel. Parking on or near Newberry is tight street or private lots. I would revisit Piattini again but order another dish! MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ Edible...where have you been all my life! read more

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Our server Cassandra was friendly, helpful and informed about the menu. Her recommendations were spot on. Apps and entrees were delicious, drinks were great (and served promptly) and dessert was made even more special with the writing on the plate and a candle to celebrate. A memorable meal. Highly recommended. read more