We went at 5 pm on a Wednesday, only 3 other diners so it was nice and quiet. Sorry I had to give 4 stars, but the food was just OK. I had bracholla (sp. ck) which was ok but only one on top of a pound of angel hair pasta. Who needs to spend money on pasta??? My daughter was not impressed with her chicken cutlet (on top of a pound of pasta). I might add that it was pretty expensive for what we got. Oh well...once was enough. read more

Went on Valentine's night. Even though the place was packed to capacity (and then some) the service and food was excellent! We both enjoyed our meals! This is our new "go to" spot for Italian! read more

Vinny's has excellent ambiance, great for family and they can take big reservations at the last minute. Great place for a party. Casual, laid back atmosphere with excellent service. Good prices for the location (as of Spring 2025) but much of the food is just average compared to what else you can get in Boston. Raviolis are quite good, non-stuffed pasta and gnocchi just ok. Tiramisu was not very good, coconut sorbet pretty good and served in a coconut. We did not try any of the deli meats or meat dishes. Worth scanning reviews to see what is good here. read more

There's few words that can describe the vibes here. The place serves rustic Italian-American comfort food with *fine dining level* saucework and cookery, in a setting so casual that it's literally a sub shop. Better than anything in the North End. Prices are reasonable, portioning is generous. I have some leftovers. We came in on a busy Saturday night, and although we didn't make a reservation - there was one table open. In the future, I recommend reservations. Service was friendly and attentive. Place is underrated and deserves to be recognized with the legendary neighborhood spots like Rino's in Eastie or Nappi's in Medford. I'm so looking forward to coming back here. Place is perfection. read more

Vinny's Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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One of our favorite places, conveniently located in my son's neighborhood. We started with Arancini always yummy. My son had Chicken Marsala with homemade pasta and raved how delicious it was. I had the Chicken Bracciola, which unfortunately was not great. The sauce and homemade pasta with the spinach and sun-dried tomatoes were amazing, but the chicken was very tough and the prosciutto was like leather. Probably just an off night for that dish. We've enjoyed many wonderful meals here and will definitely be back again. read more

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I had heard good things about this place so hubby and I decided to give it a shot on Valentine's Day. The food was so so and it was definitely overbooked. Understaffed is an understatement. We wanted a second drink but nobody came to our table to ask us. They definitely should hire more servers. We probably won't be going back. read more

First of all, I went a couple of weeks ago and food was just ok. Not to mention the service could have been better probably won't go back.

We had a surprise birthday party at Vinny's!!!! The staff were so accommodating (Carmen, wait staff and the kitchen staff). They made planning so easy and were so gracious in allowing our decorations. The food - out of this world! We had 40 people and compliments from all to the chef. The food came out at the same time and was hot (hard to do so with that volume). I am so so happy with our choice at Vinnys and I am grateful for such great memories! Thanks to Vinnys and Carmen! read more

It was nice to revisit this restaurant at six years. We have a new experience for food with free. The service was friendly. The weight wasn't too long. read more

Vinny's Ristorante - Take back the memory - Italian Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

As usual I had a great time and my dinner was awesome vinnies veal is always the best the waitstaff is the best and they have a way of making you feel like you are welcome and I just love them and they are very good at their job I can't wait to go back !! read more

So good. I don't even love Italian food. So good. I can't see how this place is less than five stars. The homemade pasta is to die for. Even when I was full I couldn't stop eating it. As were the meatballs. Honestly, the bread was the highlight. If I just had bread and butter here it would have been five stars! Amazing amazing bread. And let's talk cannolis. People at my table who don't care for them couldn't say enough good things. These were the best I've had anywhere. As for the place itself, it's pretty small and very local. We had a coworker who grew up here and told us to come. The best recommendation I've gotten in a long time and one I won't forget for a long time. read more

What a gem. A surprisingly serious Italian restaurant in the back and downstairs area of a sub shop / deli. The hand made pasta was served al dente, and the sauces were flavorful and fresh tasting. Nice Italian wine choices, with multiple bottles under $30. Felt comfortable and welcoming as a family of 4 - kids enjoy this place, we saw multiple families. Portions are generous, we took about half of our food home. Service was nice despite apologizing for being understaffed that night. Felt lucky to randomly find this place! read more

I love this place. It feels so family centered and local even with all the hype they've been getting. Small spot in the back of an unassuming store front The food is always to die for. The lemon chicken is always my go to but I have branched out with the lasagna and the salmon pasta recently and both were also incredible. Service always makes you feel like you're part of the family. read more

Warning, the prices are about double of what's posted on the menu on the yelp site. Granted the restaurant does not control what's on the yelp site but the staff did not seem to care. Food was ok but the chicken parm was a bit dry and did not have much cheese. Homemade fusilli was overcooked. Not worth the price. read more

Once again, probably for the 500th time, I had dinner at Vinny's last night. The best marinara sauce in the USA!!!! It never disappoints; I would be happy with Vinny's bread, a bowl of sauce and a bit of cheese. I had the Haddock Marinara with Angel Hair, one of my favorites, and I just felt I should update my review in case anyone thinks the quality of Vinny's food changes. It doesn't. Along with Rino's in East Boston, the only Italian restaurants I need is Vinny's. If you haven't tried it yet, please do. I am an Italian cook and have regular cravings for Vinny's sauce!!!!! Tough to get in on the weekends; plan ahead. But weekdays are less crowded.... Oh! I almost forgot! Eggplant Parm to die for!!!!! read more

Everything was great! Drinks were fantastic! Food was delicious! Service was awesome! Definitely going back.

Vinnys is my favorite Italian restaurant in the Boston area. I'm 41 years old, grew up in and around greater boston. So i know what I'm talking about and I cannot tell a lie. Skip the North End Zoo. This is superior IMHO. read more

Incredibly average. My girlfriend'd chicken saltimbocca was not good at all. Pasta was cooked way too much chicken was rubbery and bland. My chicken parm was ok. read more

This place is so great, such an unrated family spot in East Somerville right on the Charlestown line. Services (especially Maria!) is excellent and the portions are huge and they let you take wine to go if you don't finish. Head over to Casey's after for some keno, great Saturday night would do again 10/10 read more

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Really good "old school" Italian food. Homemade pasta is great!! This place is definitely worth a visit!!

i wanted for find a family owned Italian place for supper. I found GOLD ! This place is great, small maybe 8-10 tables. Staff was very friendly. Food was some of the best Italian I've ever had. Bread was actually warm, drinks were large and strong. Food goes with saying, it was Great ... Best cannoli I've ever had ..... Hands Down ..... I've eaten at several place in the North End, never again. If your looking for a good Italian food, drive on through the North End a couple of more miles to Viinny's. You won't be disappointed. Better Food, Better Service, Better Value. Vinny's is my go to place in Boston. I'll visit the place on every trip to Boston for here on.. Wish I could take it back to Alabama with me. read more

An absolute local favorite Vinny's is a must try! Located on Broadway in Somerville it is your neighborhood go to Italian. Serving Sicilian style staples, you will always leave here full and satisfied. When you walk in you will see their deli where you can order sandwiches to go, but to the right is where you are able to sit down for dinner. Small and intimate seating. The bread is always fresh accompanied with butter or olive oil and grated cheese. My go to is the lamb osso bucco. This dish is considerable in size and so delicious. It is such a homey meal and makes me feel like I am eating my grandma's Italian food. The lamb literally falls off the bone and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. It is covered in this flavorful broth and is also served with garlicy risotto. Do not sleep on the arancini. They are made simple with peas and rice and yet so tasty and the marinara hits just right. Do yourself a favor and stop in when your craving Italian you wont be disappointed. read more

Vinny's Ristorante - Arancini sooo good - Italian Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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We went to Vinnie's again last night. It's been way too long since we were there last. We had the lasagna and the chicken bracciola. The lasagna was superb, better than we had remembered it. Vinnie's lasagna is different than most; it's creamy, meatless, and with the perfect ratio of pasta-to-fillings. Their red sauce is unique; lightly spiced, and very fresh. The chicken bracciola was a bit dry, but tasty. Imho, they should either marinate the chicken longer or tenderize it more. In any case, we ordered it with the freshly made fusilli and it was delicious. The portion sizes at Vinnie's are friggin enormous. Two entrees is enough for 4 people, or for dinner the second night. (We're on a 'plastic diet' and brought our own leftover containers.) read more

My wife and I had been hearing about Vinny's for a while. Tonight, we decided to give it a try. We both are very glad we did. It's definitely a different set up. There's a small sub shop in front, and a bunch of tables for dining towards the back. My wife, who is very picky, loved the chicken piccata. I had the chicken parm, which was also delicious. The only slight negative is the parking can be a bit of an issue. I highly recommend Vinny's. read more

Vinny's Ristorante - Delicious Chicken Parm - Italian Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

The quest for a swordfish steak wasn't easy. They had it so we went for our guest. I tried it, was good about 25.00. Person who ordered Shrimp scampi like hers. Meatballs and pasta and sauce so-so, metza-metza, meatballs a little rubbery and commercial, sauce bland, lacked flavor and texture. Maybe try again. Fresh bread, full bar. Front of business sub/pizza business. Short staffed this visit but waitstaff was adequate considering this. read more

We had to stop here while in town. My husbands name is vinnie, so he got super excited when he saw this place. The bread the came to the table was amazing! Super warm, and I love when places serve you butter that's not ice cold, the butter was chilled but melted perfectly on the bread! We started with the pork sausage as our appetizer which we got for free thanks to checking with the yelp app. The sausage itself was delicious the greens around them not so much, they honestly had a sour taste to them. My husband had the lamb osso meal, the lamb was literally falling off the bone delicious. The risotto seemed very plain, like it was missing something. My swordfish was okay, it wasn't the best fish I've had in my life. It was definitely not cooked the same way the whole way through half of the swordfish was over cooked and dry and the other half was less cooked and very fish ( yes I know it's fish.) but a very good cooked swordfish literally will melt in your mouth. This did not. I got the pasta as my side, which I don't know if I over looked it. But they asked me what side I wanted, I didn't realize it would be an up-charge. However the best part of the meal and the reason why I'm giving 4 stars in the cannoli, literally the best one I've ever had in my entire life. Service was mediocre. Place looked nice and open. Everyone was friendly staff wise. 3 stars for the food. 5 stars for the cannoli. read more

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I lived in the north end and Charlestown for over 10 years. This is by far the best Italian restaurant in Boston. Make sure you get the homemade Fusilli or Marfalde pasta. read more

Best Chicken Parm I've ever had. Cozy, intimate setting. Bread comes out hot. Great caprese salad.

I was in Boston a few years back, and had this great meal at a few places... chicken and broccoli with ziti. It was good, each time. Went home to Seattle, couldn't find it at restaurants; couldn't find a decent recipe. Ended up in Boston for one night, and I wanted this dish. We went to Vinny's. Cutest restaurant, fabulous service. The dish was better than any memory! My kid liked their pasta (excellent marinara), and the lemon sorbet served in a lemon was good and a fun presentation. Go and enjoy! read more

Vinny's Ristorante - Chicken, ziti, broccoli - Italian Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I want to give stars really bad but you have to earn them. Service was good but not great. Some food was loved, some food was mediocre. Small joint that gets a bonus for its hours and limited seating. It can be loud bc of neighbors lol. I was underwhelmed and would eat here again if no other options were available and convenient. The eggplant parm was good- zero complaints. Veal dish was apparently delicious bc it was devoured. Chicken parm- eh, hard to mess up but chicken was a bit undercooked and very thick...should have been pounded and flattened for even cooking and would have been more enjoyable. read more

Solid Sicilian-style food in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. The server we had was working alone handling all tables plus take out orders. She was very kind and accommodating. The portions are really large. We ended up having leftovers for 2 more meals. The prices are very reasonable, especially given the amount of food you get. I would come back for sure to try other menu items. My nephew had the chicken parm and I had the beef braciole. The bread was nice and warm and comforting. read more

A recent Sunday eve dinner reservation for our large group of 12 was confirmed on short notice, and the group was grateful! Food, service, drinks all topnotch. Desserts, for those who had a little room left, were also amazing! Serving portions vs price were reasonable too. Highly recommend, our server/waitress, who appeared to be managing the dining room service singlehandedly, was awesome! Thank you for a great/satisfying meal and experience! read more

This place rocks! Had a drink, ordered takeout, and watched Sopranos at the bar. The service and vibes were cozy and comfortable, could definitely see myself being a regular. North end has nothing on Vinny's! read more

Great hole in the wall option in Somerville. Don't judge a book by it's cover! Really great place for high quality food at inexpensive prices and unpretentious settings. Atmosphere/Ambience is part lo-fi Italian deli and part mini-mart with back area for pizza-joint like sitting. It's not a fancy restaurant theme! Lots of Italian regalia abounds. Dress in jeans and a hoodie or come fancy. They talk all-comers. Service was really good. I know some reviews said it could be quite bad, but we found it attentive and easy to grab passersby if we needed something. Servers had a good sense of humor. Food came quick. Drinks had one reminder but were out shortly thereafter. Yelp check-in appetizer deal accepted without any problems. And this all on a Saturday night prime time. Food was really great all around. The arancini was delicious. We loved the specials and between a few of us had the beef bracciola, chicken parm, chicken marsala, and lobster fra diavolo. Everything was great but the beef bracciola particularly so. Portions were huge, too. Drinks included some very good finds for inexpensive but high quality italian reds and whites. The cocktails were very strong and quite large. Liked the lemoncello cocktail a lot. Prices were the most refreshing part of it all. Very reasonable and inexpensive dinner that would have been at least twice the price at a white tablet cloth restaurant. We'll be back when we're in the neighborhood -- especially good option if someone's going to Encore right after. read more

5/5 top notch service. The ambiance, the food, the culture the vibe all top notch. Everytime we go the food is always on point. read more

I was there 12/10 with 8 gentlemen the food was excellent but the service was terrible. The restaurant was not very busy and we had to wait for service or request it the 2 waiters never came to table they were busy talking and had to call them. We ordered several bottles of wine and they just opened it and put them on the table. Very disappointed but will return because of the food! read more

Bathroom is not handicapped accessible. Need to climb stairs. The antipasto is really a deconstructed chef's salad. Not bad, but not what I think of when I think of antipasto. Pasta al Forno was pretty good. Too salty for my taste and it had little to no garlic. The garlic made my last meal there a 5 star meal. I love garlic. read more

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Food: the best red sauce I have had much like my wife's family makes Service they could use more help but the wait staff they had were excellent Ambiance well I go for the food not where I'm sitting read more

this place is the real deal. Simple, traditional Sicilian cooking executed perfectly. their marinara sauce is phenomenal, as is their homemade fusili. Giant portions at a relatively low price. I've been coming here for about 10 years, and they are CONSISTENT. Many of my favorite restaurants, even, do not always execute perfectly; Vinny's has managed to. The back room (where you sit down to eat) is cozy, but a bit crowded and cramped. I really only am here to enjoy the food though, so not a big deal! read more

Everything is good. Service was very nice. Also I like the atmosphere of the dining area.