Casarecce

Food: linguine with clams in white sauce, hubby had chicken parm and DD had spaghetti with marinara…read moresauce. The linguine sauce was just ok but not better than my local place in Las Vegas. I loved that it came with fresh delicious baked bread and olives. The olives were a nice twist. Service: was fantastic. We were running 10-15 minutes late for our reservation and I called and they said no problem. We arrived and it was absolutely packed and they honored our reservation. I really appreciated that! Ambiance: lots of intimate tables close together. We got the added treat of being serenaded by a lovely duo that sang a few operatic songs. Very impressive! Not sure I'd be back when there are so many places to try and food was just ok.

We actually had reservations down the street but got hungry early and the other place wasn't open…read moreyet. So we canceled there and swung in Limoncello on a whim. Safe to say we are glad that we did. The entire experience top to bottom was stellar. Greeting at the door, service throughout, food, atmosphere. Got the scallops to start with along with a Caesar to share. I ordered the rosette al montasio ed olio di tartufo and my mom ordered the veal piccata. My pasta dish also happened to be the special of the evening. Unlike anything I've ever had and unlike anything I likely will have again. The most melt in your mouth homemade pasta rolled with prosciutto, mushrooms and montasio cheese, baked and finished in a tomato cream sauce and truffle oil. Three huge rosettes! I could only eat one and a half, even though I wanted more. My stomach simply wouldn't let me. If you're a wine lover, they had the most lovely collection and could direct you to anything you are looking for. I liked that this restaurant was around the corner from the main strip of North End so it wasn't quite as hectic.

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Chicken Parmesan

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Cafe Amaro

4.3(91 reviews)

Most amazing pizza in Boston and even Italy. We had the fig and prosciutto pizza. WOW!read more

Very disappointing experience. To be clear, I understand that bringing outside food into a…read morerestaurant is generally not permitted, especially when they sell desserts themselves. My issue was not the policy, but how it was handled. We walked in carrying a Mike's Pastry box in plain sight, placed it on the table, and ordered two amaros and a Coke. The waiter greeted us, saw the box, and never mentioned the policy. We then opened it and began sharing a cannoli with our 3 year old son while staff could clearly see us. A few minutes later, a large group walked in. I heard the person who appeared to be the manager or owner comment to the staff that we were "three people for two tables and only two amaros." Shortly afterward, our waiter was instructed to tell us we could not eat the cannoli. Had someone simply told us when we arrived that outside food was not allowed, we would have gladly put it away or gone somewhere else. Instead, nothing was said until after we had ordered and our son had already started eating. The staff later explained that this happens frequently because Mike's is directly across the street. If that is the case, communicating the policy when customers arrive carrying outside food seems like a simple solution. The policy is completely reasonable. The communication and customer service were disappointing.

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Prosciutto and Fig pizza

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Broccoli rabe pizza

Bricco

4.0(1.6k reviews)

We had dinner last Saturday at Bricco and was fantastic. Bricco is the best Italian restaurant…read more Vuvu you are the face of Bricco .

Had a fabulous dinner here last night. our server WOlmar was excellent! The food was out of this…read moreworld. the manager was so personable. Best night out with friends

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Now Pouring Wine Bar

4.4(11 reviews)

0.4 mi•West End

I come in there almost every day and this super nice woman, Laura, always fills up my water bottle…read moreon the house. Makes my day!

Located in Hub Hall, we stopped at Now Pouring Wine Bar for some drinks after spending the day in…read moreSalem. It's small but just right. We sat on bar stools, chatted, and drank some beer and cider. No complaints. Loved the ambiance of the place, especially seeing as it was right next to Mike's Pastry. It was easy to get a cannoli and a drink all in one go.

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Trattoria Il Panino

3.8(801 reviews)

10/10 Food The pasta here was incredible. I definitely…read morerecommend the cacio de pepe and the spicy vodka pasta. 3/10 Service The service here was definitely below average. Instead of the host seating us down at our table, she just pointed at it which got us confused because there were 2 tables that it look like she was pointing at. We were also charged for water because we said still water so they gave us water from a bottle instead of tap. PLEASE make sure to ask for tap water or else you'll be charged extra as well. Our main server was very nice but every other server was very rude and kept on ignoring us. Overall, I definitely do recommend coming here for the food although the service wasn't great.

Unfortunately, this was probably one of the worst Italian dining experiences I have had. I have…read morebeen cooking for over 40 years, and I absolutely know the difference between pasta that is properly al dente and pasta that simply is not cooked. The pasta we were served was undercooked, and when we brought it to their attention, we were told that it was "al dente." It wasn't. Beyond the food, the entire experience felt extremely rushed. It seemed much more focused on turning tables and getting people in and out than allowing guests to actually enjoy an Italian meal. The restaurant was incredibly loud, overcrowded, and anything but relaxing. When I go out for Italian food--especially in Boston's North End--I expect great pasta, hospitality, and an atmosphere where I can sit down and enjoy the experience. Unfortunately, this restaurant missed the mark on all three. There are far too many wonderful Italian restaurants in the North End to settle for an experience like this. I would recommend finding somewhere else to eat.

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Haley Henry Wine Bar

4.3(249 reviews)

0.5 mi•Downtown

This place was awesome! The food was delicious and I loved the wine selection. The service was…read moretop notch and very helpful. Loved sitting outside on a cool Boston evening. Perfect!

A Disappointing End to What Should Have Been a Lovely Evening…read more Three of us visited Haley Henry Wine Bar in Boston this evening, looking forward to a relaxing night of wonderful wine, delicious small plates, and good company. We arrived promptly at 7:00 PM for our reservation and thoroughly enjoyed ordering several expensive bottles of wine and a generous selection of appetizers. We certainly weren't holding back on our spending and were happy to indulge in what we expected to be a memorable evening. Unfortunately, the evening ended on a very disappointing note. At 9:00 PM, while we were still enjoying our wine, we were informed that we needed to leave because another reservation was scheduled for our seats. I completely understand that restaurants need to manage reservations and accommodate other guests. However, when three patrons are spending hundreds of dollars on wine and food, being asked to leave before they've even finished their drinks feels incredibly unwelcoming. If there was a strict two-hour seating limit, that expectation should have been clearly communicated when we made our reservation or when we arrived. What started as a lovely evening ended with us feeling rushed, unappreciated, and frankly, disappointed. Fine wine deserves to be savored, not hurried. Unfortunately, the hospitality did not live up to the experience or the price tag.

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Cheese & charcuterie - the pistachio butter is unreal

Giacomo's Ristorante - Boston

4.1(4.5k reviews)

0.1 mi•North End

As the rumors go, the North End restaurants do not disappoint…read more We walked in around 5-5:15pm and were able to be seated right away by the time we left, the line was down the block. All we can say is we loved the food. My di Mare was fresh and flavorful. Full of seafood and I could not have asked for more. The chicken parm was very good as was the Marsala. We also had a Caesar salad and shared it with 3 people.

Recommended by a Boston friend, and this was the first good meal I had in the North End. Good food…read morereally does rely on word of mouth! Grilled Octopus over mixed greens with Cherry Peppers and a balsamic glaze: A delightful surprise! The octopus was incredibly fresh, tender, and succulent, bursting with umami and a smoky aroma. The sweet and sour balsamic vinegar followed subtly, lively yet deeply penetrating the texture; the lemon juice added a refreshing and layered flavor. The sauce was also delicious with the greens. Shrimp and Scallops Fettuccini with Giacomo: The standard menu order is linguine, but we could ask the server to substitute other pasta, which was a thoughtful touch. The fettuccini is wider, with a better texture and more grain fragrance, although I felt it was cooked a bit too soft, softer than al dente. The shrimp and scallops were large and fresh, making for a very satisfying meal. Giacomo sauce is supposedly a lobster-based marinara sauce with a touch of béchamel sauce. The lobster flavor is actually quite subtle, but the combination of the two sauces avoids being overly sour or greasy. Plus, there's a generous amount of sauce, making it easy to mix. Overall, it's quite good. The restaurant is rather cramped, and the seating isn't very comfortable. A 20% tuition fee is automatically applied for groups of 5 or more. However, a waitress accidentally spilled water on my sleeve and didn't apologize immediately; she only brought me tissues after I asked. Thankfully, it wasn't hot water...

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Shrimp and Scallops Fettuccini with Giacomo

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Panza

3.8(1.6k reviews)

0.1 mi•North End

This linguini with mussels rocks this revolutionary little town of Boston near the Old North…read moreChurch! Made before our eyes and the flavor is impeccable!

I was little skeptical to try this restaurant because of their rating but please do not be fooled,…read moreif you are looking for good Italian food you absolutely need to go here!! My family went to Italy last summer so we are well versed in authentic Italian food, and this place has it. The meal started with bread and oil, and balsamic vinegar upon our request. We ordered the burrata, bruschetta, and mushroom goat cheese spring rolls as appetizers, and all were delicious but not too filling before our entrees. I ordered the butternut squash ravioli. I was expecting a fairly small amount of ravioli, but they also gave me a TON of roasted squash to supplement them! They were tender, flavorful, and had an amazing browned butter sauce that I wanted to drink. The spinach ricotta ravioli, seafood pappardelle pasta, baked ziti, and veal panza were also ordered by my family and enjoyed immensely. The service was fast and attentive, and the restaurant setting/ambiance allowed us to forget we were in Boston for a moment and pretend we were back in Italy. Will be returning!

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Bruschetta

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Cheers to spending time with my son!

Artu

3.5(525 reviews)

0.1 mi•North End

this is a 5 star place. Anyone who disagrees should go back to the Cheesecake Factory…read more I've been here many times and I will be back. Authenticity! Flavor! attention to detail! ambience! I like everything about this place but the thing that sticks with me is how absolutely divine the eggplant parm is. Easily one of the best vegetarian dishes in the city. The broccoli rabe is also impeccable. I have loved every minute of it. Ask for the last word cocktail-- you won't be disappointed!

An amazing taste of Italy right in the heart of Boston!…read more Overwhelmed by all of the different food choices for a late lunch, we remembered a recommendation to go to Artu. A quick bite of homemade meatballs and lobster ravioli with some wine really hit the spot. Our server was very helpful with explaining to us a few of the wines we were considering and what they would pair best with.

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Boston Sail Loft

4.4(2.2k reviews)

0.2 mi•North End

The lobster was amazing, super firm and juicy, and it tasted fantastic even without any sauce. You…read morecan really taste how fresh and delicious the food is. The service is great too, they clear your empty plates right away. The restaurant's right by the harbor, so you get an awesome view of the ocean while you eat. It's seriously a great spot.

Came at probably the busiest time, Sunday at 6pm. They said the wait was an hour & 10 mins but I…read moregot the alert text around the 53 min mark. I decided the this spot since it was indoors mostly and it had rained all day. There were several people helping working the hostess stand. There were several folks walking around gathering info. i.e. Table 15 was paying etc. The noise is busy and charming. There are several TVs streaming sorts. Go sports! You can stand at the end of the bar and order drinks if you like while you wait. After I was seated, I was promptly brought water and had my order taken. I got a cup of chowder and the lobster roll (hot with butter). I got both my chowder and lobster roll in under 10 mins of ordering. Well oiled machine. The chowder was hot and salty and creamy. The perfect combo with the rainy weather. The lobster roll was good but I wish it would have been hot. It was closer to room temp than hot. The lobster roll was marked market price and was 40$. The cup of chowder was 10$. Overall good spot when you have the time to wait but not worth the 40$ price for the lobster roll.

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Clam Chowder

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New England Clam Chowder

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Thomas R.

5 years ago

OMG SO RUDE! Service was subpar. You have many other options in the area.. go somewhere N else. Food was great. The waiter,,, if that what you want to call, him was more like a traffic cop and less a waiter. He acted as if we owed him the privilege to ask for his time. NO SENCE OF CUSTOMER SERVICE AT ALL! Paid cash no Tip! OMG worst experience in service in My Life! Pass this on .. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE! P.S. my companion was so upset, I should have called the police, because we felt so uncomfortable almost threaten by his loud and obnoxious behavior for not only this restaurants patrons to hear but other restaurants nearby. Unbelievable, we are world travelers and a retired veteran and I've never seen anything like this in my entire life! Nobody should ever have to be humiliated and disrespected like this this ever! I will pass this this on and hope you do too! read more

Chad W.

4 years ago

horrible experience. was treated so poorly upon arrival by a clearly angry server, tall blonde haired Appeared really Disheveled he aggressively made us move tables that we were told we were not able to sit at from the start. he rolled his eyes at the table next to us for taking too long to order. upon leaving I left a 15% tip that he was not happy with. he hunted me down on the street infront of the restaurant and got in my face and told us to never F***** return infront of all of the patrons at the restaurant. shocking. NEVER EAT HERE. food sub par. soggy salad. insanely small portions. read more

Daniel J.

2 years ago

Super restaurant on the north end. Parking is tough as it always is in the north end but the food is top. The restaurant is small so reservations are recommended especially on the weekend otherwise you probably won't get in. The waitstaff is friendly and efficient. Overall we've always had good meals here. read more

T M.

7 years ago

I've got a fetish for good food and this place gets me hot! The entrees are simply to die for. Try out the huge selection of incredible appetizers. Everything I tried was bursting with flavor. The waiter did an excellent job. read more

Christina T.

7 years ago

This is one of my favorite places. I found the ambiance to be very charming. The desserts must be sprinkled with crack because I just craved for more and more. The food was flavorful, savory, and succulent. 5 stars! read more

Z C.

5 years ago

Food was excellent but portions were way too small for a meal. We both had the Bolognese, which was like an appetizer. We left hungry and ended up going to a second restaurant for dinner. read more

Tyler C.

7 years ago

Yumm-o! The appetizers must be sprinkled with crack because I just craved for more and more. The waiter was prompt and polite. I would eat here every day if I could afford it! read more

Cynthia A.

6 years ago

We were looking around for a place to eat and they took us in without reservation. I'm glad we did look around....the food was excellent and service was quick. read more

Sherri R.

5 years ago

Great fresh pasta, excellent service. Justin is very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. Delicious!!! read more

Tim V.

5 years ago

Great food. They provide a fantastic atmosphere and I would recommend to anyone looking for Italian.

Todd S.

4 years ago

Credit card machine was down and they didn't tell any of their customers. Didn't seem honest.

B I.

3 years ago

Quaint and delicious. Staff super friendly. They have specials that are a must to try

Neha M.

6 years ago

Amazing food and amazing people! Outdoor seating was really nice at night :)

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