We visited last night with a party of eight....all agreed it was the best Italian food we've ever had...very hard to pick a favorite dish but among the top rated were the Cacao e Pepe and the ricotta ravioli...the 4 cheese pizza was excellent as well...the restaurant also serves as a bakery so the desserts were all uniformly good...our server, Jasmine was friendly, efficient and attentive Chef Stefano came out to greet the table and upon learning that we we first time visitors said "welcome home" ...that sort of says it all..I have a feeling Via Cannucia has inherited a new group of regulars read more

Dinner, cocktails and service were excellent. For appetizers we had an eggplant special and branzino carpaccio. For dinner there was a gnocchi special, vegetarian risotto and a mushroom pasta dish. Everything was delicious including the complementary bread. We took the waiter's suggestions for cocktails and wine and every drink was well done. To top it off we were the last ones in the restaurant and they never rushed us out and in fact recommended the dessert - a panna cotta cheesecake that was delicious. Will definitely be back the next time we visit Boston. read more

Very cute place with a nice, small outdoor seating area. Our server/host was absolutely wonderful. He was so friendly and so accommodating! We ordered corn beef hash and Savory Crostata. My boyfriend loved his corn beef hash- looks small but very filling, rich and flavorful but wish it had more eggs. I didn't love the crostata. I heavily appreciated that the "greens" actually had other vegetables added to them to make it interesting and the potatoes were too crispy for me but that's personal preference. The crostata was good size and I loved the crust, I was just disappointed that it advertised goat cheese and I couldn't taste any. After eating we went inside to look at their pastry selection and they are absolutely beautiful!! We got the cream puff (gigantic and delicious), Nutella croissant (10/10 should get), and the butter cookie which was delicious but wish it was denser. The service truly blew me away and for that we Weill definitely be back to try more things. read more

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Love this place! The food was so delicious and the service was very attentive to us. We started with an expresso martini & limoncello spritz which were strong, while still being very tasty. Then for a starter we got the risotto balls with had such great flavor, as well as coming out super fresh. We then went with the cheese pizza, drizzled with some sort of pesto and it was so good, the bottom has great undercarriage with no flop - so crispy! We opted out of dessert because we were too full but they still brought us these gingerbread tasting cookies - nice way to finish! Will most definitely be back soon. read more

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Thought it was good - just not as good as the other reviewers have mentioned to me. The porchetta and dessert were the highlight for me. Everything else seemed slightly above average. Service was super slow the night I went. Would return with lower expectations. read more

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Loved everything about the Via from the ambiance, welcoming staff, friendly customers and of course the food. This place makes their own bread so pace yourself. The pizzas are spectacular- deep dish style with a thin crust - and the toppings are light and fluffy. I don't know how they do this and the results are spectacular. The flavors simply pop. Try the eggplant appetizer and any of the salads to start. All the pastas are homemade and the pizza- to die for dear readers. Enjoy! read more

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Honestly the best meal and service I've had in Boston! Alana the manager is the epitome of hospitality and the food is to die for. I came for brunch for my bday and again tonight for dinner and everything was delicious. Fabulous all around! read more

Via Cannuccia - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Gotta be one of the best pastry shops in the Boston area. Every time I visit, I am amazed at the selection and fresh baked goods that cover up the entire bar area. Anything cream filled is my favorite. The sourdough bread and baguettes are also top notch. It isn't the easiest place to get to but the trip is worth it. Street parking can be a bit of a pain. It's also tiny inside and will feel very crowded on a weekend morning when you have a line of people trying to grab pastries with as many tables as possible crammed inside a small space. The tables for brunch are usually filled so expect a wait. I haven't tried their coffee yet but they did look good. read more

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Tried to go to this restaurant after my mom and aunt took a six-hour flight to visit Boston. We decided on this restaurant after checking Yelp and seeing that they were open and looked very good. Only for there to be a small sign that says they are on vacation until September 3rd I wish they would have updated that on their Yelp so we didn't waste our time and money on a place that stated they were open. read more

Finally stopped in for pastries, couldn't believe they could equal dinner here but they sure did. Blown away at how amazing they were. Will have to stop in to try more. read more

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Truly a hidden gem in Dorchester. Dare I say one of the best Italian spots I've had in my decade living in Boston? Everything we ordered was amazing. My favorite dish was the eggplant parm. I wish it was a larger portion because it was just that good. Highly recommend trying it even if you are not a fan of eggplant. Also ordered the short rib pasta which was super flavorful and had big chunks of tender short rib. Decided to order the small pizza to not get too full but was pleasantly surprised by the large size. Will be coming back for sure for more! read more

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I am literally in shock that this place exist right on Dorchester Ave lol Right across from Charlie's pizza, this cute restaurant/ bakery on the weekends is here. TIP : I believe they only service these delicious pastries on the weekends. I think they run out fast too so be there early! When I walked in, definitely a very nice welcoming feeling. It's a really cute spot for a coffee date or brunch. I've been told to come and try this lunch/dinner menu. I definitely will. Staff is super friendly. Croissant was so fluffy, crispy, and buttery. My son LOVED it. Highly recommend coming here on the weekends. read more

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I've said it before and I'll say it again: Boston's best Italian food is not in the north end. I've been wanting to visit Via Cannuccia for over a year and it did not disappoint. The menu was simple but I wanted to order everything! I love when I feel excited about a menu. Not to mention the specials made the choice even harder. We started with the Caesar salad which they kindly split into two bowls for us. We shared a short rib dish (the special) and the cacio e Pepe. They were both fabulous. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes (and also brunch). The servers was friendly and very accommodating. The food was a bit slow to come out but we didn't mind. The restaurant was cute and well appointed and they managed to fit a good number of tables in the restaurant. This was one of my favorite meals of the year. I highly recommend and will definitely be back. read more

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To start off, truly a fantastic experience. I went here with my mother a few weeks ago and can genuinely say that everything we ordered was absolutely delicious and sizable for the price. The ambiance was great, and the service struck the perfect balance between being attentive while still letting you enjoy your meal and time with your company. We had a 5:30pm reservation and ended up sitting there for about two hours. We were never once rushed or made to feel like we needed to "get things moving," even though the restaurant isn't particularly large and was continually full. Frankly, we rarely spend that long having dinner, especially when it's just the two of us, but everything was so good and the atmosphere so pleasant that we just didn't want to leave. We started with the Suppli' Cacio e Pepe (Arancini), which was delicious, as was the Chef's Caesar Salad. I will say the salad didn't really resemble a traditional Caesar, but I'm glad it didn't. It was much more interesting than your standard Caesar and was also quite a sizable portion. My mother had the Fettuccine Alla Sciue Sciue, which was excellent (I obviously had to try a bite), and I ordered the Ravioli, which, in keeping with the rest of the food, was fantastic. Both of us felt our meals were some of the best we can remember having in a very long time. By this point we were quite full, and neither of us typically orders dessert because we're not huge on it. But, as I mentioned, we were having such a nice time that neither of us really wanted to leave. We ended up ordering the Raspberry Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream, and it was truly a work of art. The combination of sweet, tart, warm, and cold was incredible. The tart itself seemed to have been freshly baked, and the flavor was outstanding. Pairing it with the cold vanilla ice cream was just perfect. We genuinely couldn't stop eating it until the plate was completely empty. I went into it thinking I'd have one bite because I was already full and don't really eat sweets, and somehow ended up having another three or four bites before there was nothing left. I can't recommend this place enough and already can't wait to come back. Fantastic food, great atmosphere, excellent service, and just an overall wonderful experience. read more

I loved dining in for brunch! I appreciate the large selection of pastries and thoughtful menu. The flavors were exceptionally good for a reasonable price. Can't wait to come back for dinner. read more

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Beautiful, busy little restaurant. Huge case of delicious goodies to grab and go. Offered regular and sparkling water. Ordered ricotta stuffed French toast and side of potatoes. Savored every last bite. 10/10 would go again. Best brunch I've had in ages. read more

3 Patries: $25. Check the pics to find out why. Pastries look good and initially taste good. read more

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Wow, wow, wow! What a fantastic find! Came here for brunch with some friends. Ordered the pasta in red sauce. (It had a fancier name, but i've forgotton it.) It was simple but FANTASTIC. I'm very particular about pasta, and this was absolutely perfect and better than I can make at home. The fresh pasta was perfectly cooked. The sauce was garlicky in a way I can never quite achieve at home. The staff at the restaurant were lovely, and it was 100% a fantastic experience. We live nearby, and can't wait to go back. I'm especially thrilled as their patio is dog friendly. I am hoping me and my pup will become regulars here! read more

This is a super cute café that reminds me of Europe perfectly. They have amazing pastries here on the weekends, so I have gotten them a few times. But it was our first time coming for brunch. You can order pastries to eat at the table, and also order from their brunch menu. They have super friendly service, and the servers went out of their way to look for the headphone the had fallen on the floor for us. The food is really good and you will probably be convinced to take multiple things to go after your brunch. read more

Via Cannuccia - Pistachio croissant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I highly recommend enjoying this restaurant in all formats; breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All the food is delicious and this is probably one of the best Italian restaurants in Massachusetts. The bakery alone is phenomenal. The coffee and the cocktails are good as well. Very affordable wine. read more

This place is great. This is the type of small neighborhood chef owned restaurant I like to support. Whether you go for their brunch or dinner you cannot go wrong. read more

Everything was absolutely delicious. The chef did an unbelievable job. I let him know personally that the food was delicious. The short rib pasta was absolutely incredible. Even the tiramisu which was made different was absolutely delicious. Me and my wife absolutely loved it. We will definitely be back. read more

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Hard to understand why this place is so popular. What an incredibly mediocre meal. The squid salad was great but the meal went down hill from there. Risotto with scallops was watery and not hot, the pasta was eh and the service was okay. The ambiance was totally lacking. Adding insult to injury was the price- dinner for two wi wine and one dessert was nearly $400 w tip - seriously?!?! I could have a Michelin starred meal in NYC for the same price and leave feeling grateful and happy. I will never go back. read more

" Top Notch desserts " I have not tried the full food . Only the desserts they are too notch . Delicious & fresh you won't be disappointed. You must get here early though . I guess everyone knows about the best kept secret in town . The desserts of this place . They sell coffee it's good too or juices to pair with the desserts, so no worries . I definitely will come back in another opportunity to try the food . The service here is super friendly. The vibe is welcoming. I can't wait to come again . Parking is limited but manageable. read more

Exceptional. Every choice was delicious and intentional. Clam pizza was incredible (out of this world dough!), apps were amazing. Had a special short rib on the specials menu which is a must order. Risotto balls were wonderful and porchetta was surprisingly refreshing with the accompanying giardinera. Cod croquettes from the specials menu were crunchy and balanced. Eggplant parm was fantastically crispy in a way I've never had with eggplant before. Mezzi rigatoni was flavorful with perfectly cooked pasta. Also had the surf and turf ravioli from the specials menu which was also incredible and nothing like I've eaten before. Each raviolo had two sides, each with lobster or beef, but still connected; creativity was off the charts. Had just enough space for dessert (tres leches meets crème brûlée) and that was mindblowing too. Parking was tough but worth circling the block for street parking. Small and intimate with attentive and thoughtful service. Do not pass this place up. Already booked my return visit! read more

A delightful Brunch with the ladies. We started with bottle of Casa Canevel Prosecco with Chambord. The Signature Savory Crostata with roasted rosemary potato's and green salad. The Frittata Ciociara was huge! (No sign of egg shortages here). The Brunch bar of breads and pastries was out of this world. So difficult choosing so we got different ones and shared. (Cinnamon Roll Croissant, Brioche Tart with lemon cream and Raspberry Crumble and a Mix Berry Danish). Finished up with chocolate espresso martinis and cappuccinos. If you're looking for a Brunch spot in Boston (Dorchester) you can't beat this one. It is small inside so reservations are highly recommended. I was told their pasta and dinner entrees are amazing. They were ranked in top 25 restaurants in NY Times. Service is the best!!! Go!! read more

This place is a *G*E*M*. Though probably no longer a hidden one given all of their recent well-earned accolades! The pastry bar on the weekends is where it's at. You have to get there early - the savory pastries run out first and quickly. The mushroom danish is top notch, and the croissants are so buttery and flaky. The maritozzo is also their specialty, a brioche bun filled with a light whipped cream. It's like a beignet in that there is no graceful way to eat it - the whipped cream and powdered sugar will get everywhere! The brunch menu is excellent! The frittata boscaiola is huge and packed with mushrooms, it also comes with a fresh salad and very crispy roasted potatoes - no limp home fries here. The uova al pomodoro is basically shakshuka, it is delicious and my only wish is that it came with more bread to soak up all of that savory goodness. The banana bread french toast is the perfect way to round out your brunch meal with some sweetness. Dinner menu = also excellent. It's all excellent. The suppli is like arancini, crispy on the outside and ooey gooey on the inside. I got this saffron risotto that had a perfect spread. The waitstaff are always so warm and friendly, and the service is attentive. I feel so lucky that I live within walking distance of this place, but street parking isn't an impossible task if I feel like driving over. I can't wait to go soon and sit in their new outdoor patio! read more

Via Cannuccia - Banana Bread French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Only had the pastries they were ALL AMAZING. They are always busy but provided great service. The atmosphere is cozy can't wait to get in for a meal. read more

Delicious Italian close to our VRBO! A welcome treat after a long day of sightseeing.

This is the real deal, my friends! Authentic Italian food. Authentic Italian vibe. In ~Boston. Finally. Pasta / bread are hand made and are awesome. Pastries too. Flavors are delicate, and yet authentic. Good selection of wines. The place is not pretentious, and yet it possesses a lot of charm. Stefano (ed.note: the chef): Boston needs you closer! read more

Glad we finally made it here! My partner and I got the pumpkin pancake, porchetta grilled cheese, and mezza maniche pasta - TASTE: 5/5 - solid throughout. Loved the grilled cheese's sweet eggplant balanced w the salty fatty pork, and the pasta's sweet sauce w savory meat. The pumpkin pancake was such a treat w strong flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon, plus lathered (not just drizzled) w a sweet lemon-hinted cream sauce TEXTURE: 4/5 - both the bread and cheese were satisfyingly thick in the grilled cheese, and completed by a light side of salad, and the rigatoni pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. The single pancake, cooked in a small cast iron pan, was moist and cake-y PRICE: 4/5 - subtotal came to $59 for brunch SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - left stuffed after eating that pancake SERVICE: 3/5 - walked in at 11:30am on a Sunday, and half of the tables weren't taken yet. No one was there to greet or seat us, so it was a bit awkward standing there for a few minutes and not knowing if we could seat ourselves lol. Our food came out 20-25 minutes after ordering ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - cozy and nicely decorated space (even the bathroom too!) w a display case toward the back filled w beautiful pastries. Glad Via Cannuccia and chef Stefano are getting all of their well-deserved recognition PARKING: 4/5 - got a free 2-hour parking spot a block down on Dorchester Ave read more

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My real review is more of a 4.5 We had an amazing time at Via Cannuccia, there were just some kinks that need to be worked out, like any new restaurant does. I am from Italy myself, and I loved seeing that the owner is from near Rome. I love Roman food so I love the concept of authentic Roman food. The suppli was delicious, the fusilloni decadent yet light. One of the waiters is also Italian and I appreciated his kindness and him asking about what we thought about the food. You can tell they really care and want to make everyone's experience as outstanding as possible. I would say the pizza was a tad too crispy (not a real criticism for some I suppose, I just prefer the slightly more undercooked version we find in pizza al taglio in Rome), and the tiramisu was a bit thick for my liking. That being said, this Dorchester spot will become one of our go-tos and I alreasy can't wait to go back read more

Via Cannuccia - Arancini cacio e pepe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This restaurant is incredible! We came for pastries and were spoiled for choice, all freshly homemade and huge. The raspberry croissant was amazing - still warm out of the oven with perfect sweetness jam in the middle, so much jam that we also spread it on the chocolate croissant. The pastry on all was perfect - light and layered and beautifully crispy on the outside. Brunch choices were great and real Italian, not American. I don't really know how to describe the scrambled eggs, but I've never eaten anything like it before. It was a glorious concoction of eggs, tomato sauce and goats cheese. The roast potatoes with rosemary were perfect, as was the salad. Worth the trip from Boston centre! read more

Via Cannuccia - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The food is outstanding! It is the best Italian restaurant in Boston in my mind. The eggplant appetizer is sublime, and the pizza, with its beautifully baked crust, is delicious. I can't recommend this place enough. read more

I've been a huge fan, sent many people there. Ate there last evening. Food is still great, however they have an issue with front of the house staff. Major issue seems to be a lack of training and understaffing. Runner was lost, came over with our entrees, before our appetizer plates were cleared. She simply stood there confused, until the solution dawned on her. Our waiter seemed to think the world revolved around him, and he was performing for the masses. OK waiter, but intrusive, overbearing, and in general too much, I don't want a damn show, i want a professional, that's taking care of my evening, not giving a "wonderfulness of me" performance Our table wouldn't allow it, but any table with a vacant seat at the table or near made him think it was a wonderful idea to pull up a chair, sit down with the guests, and take the order while chatting. Food is still great, but until their staffing issues are corrected, I don't see myself going back. Via Cannuccia needs to decide what image the front of the house is going to project, and train their staff to present that image. Right now the image is great food with an undisciplined staff. read more

If you are looking for an authentic Italian dinner with an intimate vibe this is the place to go. On Dot Ave they foster a tucked in feeling and serve delicious dishes and drinks. You can tell the recipes are the chefs and can not be replicated elsewhere. I have gotten take out before which has been great but tonight we dined in. We got there at 5pm on the dot which is right when they open. There were already about 10 or so people filing in as we arrived. This is how you know it's a good place. By 6pm the place was almost completely packed and the 2 servers were running the show flawlessly. We got wine and a few cocktails all of which were delicious. The espresso martini tasted fresh which is always a great sign considering many restaurants batch theirs. We got the cacio e Pepe pasta and ravioli dish. They were both delicious but the ravioli's were out of this world. We then split the chocolate cake dessert and tiramisu which were also delicious. The chocolate cake was a small serving so if you want something light I would go in that direction. The tiramisu was a bit of a larger serving and easily shareable. read more

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Not a hidden gem by any means but a gem nonetheless. They're often changing up the menu but you really can't go wrong with anything you order. I've had the cacio e Pepe suppli, anchovy bucatini, pasta alla gricia with leeks and guanciale, and several other pastas and pizzas and every single thing has been delicious. Truly some of the best food outside of Italy. Oh - and if you have room the potatoes are out of this world. Love this place!! read more

A must try. Started off with the Spicy Aperol Spritz... 10/10 recommend. We ordered the Cacio e Pepe Rice balls which were so delicious. We had to try the signora Eggplant Parmigiana which was served with the most flavorful and delicious pesto basil I've ever had. For entrees we tried the Bolognese and the Fusilloni alla gricia which was so light and refreshing. Our server was attentive and respectful. The ambiance felt like we were in a small restaurant in Italy - the art on the walls is fantastic. We will definitely be back! read more

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Stop reading this review and just book a reservation. I've lived in Boston for 5 years and this is the best pasta I've had. Do yourself a favor and get the eggplant parm. Great service, great food, great vibes. read more

Rooting for the genuine success of this place, they've only been open for a month so still working through a few kinks. Food though... is not one of those kinks - I was really impressed with all the food I had here. From the porchetta, suppli, short ribs, bolognese to pizza; every dish I would order again. My favorites were definitely the pizza and bolognese. Everything tasted familiar in a great way. Also love that this place is in Dorchester, I hope we start to see more high quality Italian food moving to the South Shore. read more

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