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Brought a little piece of Italy to Boston! This place is located in the North End. I recommend sitting on the patio. It's cozy and right in the middle of the square. Our server was great. He was so attentive and friendly. I ordered an espresso martini and the pappardelle bolognese. The martini was strong and sweet. The pasta was delicious. You can tell the pasta is fresh and made from scratch. The meat sauce was flavorful. This was one of my top restaurants I went to in Boston.
Ciao Roma was a super fun time on Monday night! For a weekday, they were absolutely packed!! They have a small inside bar area with two high-top tables, some ledge seating, and a bar top. There's also a second-floor dining room, and they have outdoor seating in North Square that they share with Mamma Maria. I loved sitting at the ledge because it looked right out onto the street, it was perfect for people-watching! The bar area is first come, first served, so we were lucky enough to grab a spot. They were completely booked in the restaurant for the evening, so I definitely recommend making a reservation if you want to dine there. We had a few Sarti Spritzes, a Caesar salad, and the cavatelli. Everything was delicious!! They were also so nice and split the pasta for us without us even asking since they knew we were sharing. The vibes were so much fun, and I loved the people-watching, music, and overall atmosphere. The location is perfect, right next to the Revere House and North Square. Definitely visit Ciao Roma!!
Sitting outside in the square in the north end felt like we were in a piazza in Italy. The ground is paved in old cobble stones, the buildings around are old and pretty, the while sun umbrellas with black trim are so European style. We had brunch on a Sunday. There was a very festive mood in the air. So many tables had bottles of prosecco flowing. The brunch was very good. Classics but with an Italian flare, likes eggs Benedict with prosciutto instead of Canadian bacon. I had avocado toast with poached eggs...but they called it Avocado Bruschetta. One egg was perfect...runny yolk, and one was overcooked...jammy yolk, but it was still delicious! We tried the prosciutto and peaches with arugula starter. It was fantastic! I've heard of prosciutto and melon, but had not tried peaches with prosciutto until now. It is a great combination! My daughter had the bolognese which was served on house made papardelle noodles. The noodles were very wide and quite thick which gave them a wonderful chewy texture. They were perfect for the chunky sauce. She loved it! The service was a little slow...we had to wait a while to place our order, and we waited a while for the check. But the service was very friendly and I loved that every server had an Italian accent. Warning about sitting outside on a hot day...the umbrellas don't tilt, Some seats are in sun, some in shade, and if you're in the sun, you're going to be hot. Bring a hat!
We had a lovely dinner here the other night. Its quite packed so I do recommend a reservation. The hostess station is outside across the street, it was a bit confusing. The interior feels like you're in an Italian nonna's home. Its very cutesy. We started with the arancini which we loved, they were crispy and the sauce was divine. I had a huge eggplant parm, which did not come with pasta though it didn't need it. I enjoyed it thoroughly. My friend had the gnocchi and she loved it. We had the tiramisu for dessert which was the perfect end to a lovely dinner. I also had the hugo spritz which was perfection! Super nice place for a date night or girls night!
While walking around the North End, we noticed this beautifully decorated restaurant. The first floor is a bar with high top seating and the second floor is the main dining room. As soon as we sat down, our waitress introduced herself and brought over bread. We decided to order from their brunch menu and were very happy with our decision. We ended up going with the Caprese panino and the classic breakfast. The panini had Mozzarella di Bufala, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto and arugula salad. The classic breakfast came with 2 eggs any style, bacon, garlic parm potatoes, and toast. If you order anything, you must get the garlic parm potatoes, they are amazing!! The service was great throughout our entire meal and our waitress constantly filled up our glasses. I recommend coming here for brunch and I look forward to coming back and giving their lunch or dinner a shot.
Brunch at Ciao Roma was such a cute experience overall. The interior is absolutely gorgeous!! very girly, pink, and aesthetic, perfect for a fun brunch vibe. It's definitely one of those places that feels special the second you walk in. The Sunday lasagna is INCREDIBLE and a must-order. Easily the star of the table. We also tried the ricotta pancakes, which were a little more tart than expected, but still really good and unique. And the espresso martini was solid. Service was okay, not bad but not amazing. There were a couple small issues: one extra drink got added to our bill that we didn't order, and my friend ordered a brunch dish with a side of potatoes, not realizing the dish already came with potatoes. We wish the server had mentioned that because she basically ended up with two full orders of potatoes. Overall though, the food, atmosphere, and vibe make it worth going, especially for a cute brunch with friends. I'd definitely go back and I'm 100% ordering the lasagna again.
Made a reservation a month in advance for a birthday and were very happy with the experience. The menus had a happy birthday note and the table was covered with confetti, and they gave us gelato on the house. We got chicken parm and the butternut squash ravioli. They very kindly split the chicken parm for us and the pasta was perfectly al dente. The ravioli was delicious, the pistachio and brown butter flavors complimented the butternut squash extremely well - get this dish! The vibe was very cute and cozy and the staff was very friendly. Definitely recommend :)
We were seated upstairs in the restaurant and it was very cute. I ordered the fusilli alla vodka with the homemade ricotta and it was so delicious. I think it was my favorite pasta of the weekend. I would recommend trying it out! I wanted to try the new sarti spritz but they sold out the day before, I'll need to go back!
One of best places for themed seasonal cocktails - posting this as we near fall and pumpkin season. First floor is always great to walk in for a bar seat with a nice view of north end streets
Experience 5/5, Food 4/5, Drinks 5/5: Came here to celebrate passing my boards and we had a wonderful time. Our server was absolutely incredible and made our time so special. Here's what we ordered: -Rosa Rosa cocktail: BEAUTIFUL!!! And so tasty -La pera cocktail: surprisingly very refreshing, heavy on the allspice but I enjoyed it -Bruschetta w/ Ricotta: 10/10 the creamy ricotta was paired with honey and candied nuts and it was wonderful -Calamari: 9/10 I very much appreciated that it was not greasy whatsoever, just had a higher pepper:squid ratio than I would have liked. -Fusilli Alla Vodka w/ added whipped ricotta: me 8/10, boyfriend 10/10. I definitely think you need to add the ricotta to this to make it special. -Rigatoni and Sunday Ragu: 10/10, the short rib flavor was incredible and we added ricotta on that as well which I loved. Our server overheard we were planning on splitting the pasta dishes so he had them split for us in the kitchen which was so kind. We really enjoyed our time and will be back!
We had the most incredible dinner at Ciao Roma, on the first night of our girls trip to Boston. We initially looked forward to sitting on the patio, but the weather was uncooperative and tables were set for 4, so we were treated instead to a warm, round table for 5 with a gorgeous window view of the North End square below. The appetizers were wonderful, and I topped my bites off with the delicious strawberry spritz, which was fruity and refreshing! Our amazing waiter, Silvi, recommended a perfect bottle of wine to go with our entrees, and we split the Braised Short Rib Rigatoni, Fusilli alla Vodka, and Shrimp Scampi. Seeing the pastas were literally steaming as they were brought to the table, and each of the sauces perfectly complemented the dish. We had to end the night with dessert cocktails, mostly because we didn't want dinner to end. My espresso martini was creamy, but still had the darker notes of coffee that I love. It was the perfect nightcap. My friends and I still talk about this incredible meal and experience at Ciao Roma, and will for many years to come!
This was by far our favorite restaurant and meal we had while in Boston. The overall experience was a 10/10, largely due to our lovely waiter, Silvi. Silvi was welcoming, attentive, and helped our group navigate the extensive wine menu. We ordered a variety of appetizers and pastas, including the bruschetta (standard and burrata/honey/peach), caesar salad, short rib ragu, shrimp scampi, and vodka pasta. Our entire group raved about every dish, and if we had room for more, we would've ordered dessert. I had a lovely glass of white wine, and my group highly enjoyed their cocktails and dessert martinis. Definitely worth making the reservation if you can snag a spot! Note: Outdoor seating only sits up to four people. Larger groups will be seated inside, which will still be a great experience nonetheless.
If I could give a 10 star review I would. My friends and I were planning to travel to Boston on a girls trip. Ciao Roma has been popular on social media, so my friends and I decided to book a reservation a few weeks ago prior. Upon arrival, we wanted to sit outdoors but was told the outside was for parties 4 and under, but they were going to sit us by the window. It was so cute! Our waiter, Silvi, was amazing. Provided us with wine recommendations and quick, attentive service. Our food was amazing. All of the pastas (short rib rigatoni, shrimp scampi, and vodka fusilli) were DELICIOUS. The martinis were so incredible as well, one of the best espresso martinis we have ever had. We were very full but the dessert options looked yummy. Genuinely no complaints! My friends and I enjoyed the experience so much we are still thinking about it days later. It's a must!
21 hours ago
Definitely a must when visiting Boston!! My party and I were seated outside and it was the perfect place to soak up the ambiance. The restaurant is located in North End and it is such a charming part of the city. Architecturally beautiful! I ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese which had a veal, beef, and pancetta ragú topped with parmigiano. It was delicious! I also ordered an espresso martini. I also like my drink dark and less creamy which I appreciate they give you the option when ordering. Staff were wonderful! Overall this was such a good experience and I would definitely visit again! read more
If you're looking for that classic North End pasta experience, Ciao Roma is such a fun stop! Located right on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square, the restaurant specializes in Roman-inspired Italian dishes and house-made pasta. There are a few cozy seats inside, but on a sunny day, the patio is where you want to be. It has that perfect mix of energetic and buzzing while somehow still feeling intimate and romantic -- even though I was there for a girls' day. We loved sitting outside, eating pasta and taking in the atmosphere of one of Boston's most historic neighborhoods. Fun fact: the restaurant actually started as Ciao Bella before reopening as Ciao Roma under the same ownership. read more
Had the Italian meal of my dreams at Ciao Roma. When you try your best to eat healthy but the enticing aromas of Boston's Little Italy waft towards you, you HAVE to indulge, right? Right! Luckily, Ciao Roma DID NOT disappoint and made that one time splurge into meatballs, chicken parm and pumpkin ravioli worth every calorie. Especially with their homemade ricotta coming along for the ride! Service was super friendly as well with Italian accents everywhere, ensuring I was eating the real deal! My only wish for this place would be to play Italian music to complete the vibe instead of the pop stuff they picked. Seating is limited so make a reservation unless you're cool with whatever's available at the bar. But as far as I'm concerned, when it comes to Italian chow, it'd be hard to top Ciao Roma! read more
Brought a little piece of Italy to Boston! This place is located in the North End. I recommend sitting on the patio. It's cozy and right in the middle of the square. Our server was great. He was so attentive and friendly. I ordered an espresso martini and the pappardelle bolognese. The martini was strong and sweet. The pasta was delicious. You can tell the pasta is fresh and made from scratch. The meat sauce was flavorful. This was one of my top restaurants I went to in Boston. read more
Ciao Roma was a super fun time on Monday night! For a weekday, they were absolutely packed!! They have a small inside bar area with two high-top tables, some ledge seating, and a bar top. There's also a second-floor dining room, and they have outdoor seating in North Square that they share with Mamma Maria. I loved sitting at the ledge because it looked right out onto the street, it was perfect for people-watching! The bar area is first come, first served, so we were lucky enough to grab a spot. They were completely booked in the restaurant for the evening, so I definitely recommend making a reservation if you want to dine there. We had a few Sarti Spritzes, a Caesar salad, and the cavatelli. Everything was delicious!! They were also so nice and split the pasta for us without us even asking since they knew we were sharing. The vibes were so much fun, and I loved the people-watching, music, and overall atmosphere. The location is perfect, right next to the Revere House and North Square. Definitely visit Ciao Roma!! read more
Sitting outside in the square in the north end felt like we were in a piazza in Italy. The ground is paved in old cobble stones, the buildings around are old and pretty, the while sun umbrellas with black trim are so European style. We had brunch on a Sunday. There was a very festive mood in the air. So many tables had bottles of prosecco flowing. The brunch was very good. Classics but with an Italian flare, likes eggs Benedict with prosciutto instead of Canadian bacon. I had avocado toast with poached eggs...but they called it Avocado Bruschetta. One egg was perfect...runny yolk, and one was overcooked...jammy yolk, but it was still delicious! We tried the prosciutto and peaches with arugula starter. It was fantastic! I've heard of prosciutto and melon, but had not tried peaches with prosciutto until now. It is a great combination! My daughter had the bolognese which was served on house made papardelle noodles. The noodles were very wide and quite thick which gave them a wonderful chewy texture. They were perfect for the chunky sauce. She loved it! The service was a little slow...we had to wait a while to place our order, and we waited a while for the check. But the service was very friendly and I loved that every server had an Italian accent. Warning about sitting outside on a hot day...the umbrellas don't tilt, Some seats are in sun, some in shade, and if you're in the sun, you're going to be hot. Bring a hat! read more
2 months ago
We had a lovely dinner here the other night. Its quite packed so I do recommend a reservation. The hostess station is outside across the street, it was a bit confusing. The interior feels like you're in an Italian nonna's home. Its very cutesy. We started with the arancini which we loved, they were crispy and the sauce was divine. I had a huge eggplant parm, which did not come with pasta though it didn't need it. I enjoyed it thoroughly. My friend had the gnocchi and she loved it. We had the tiramisu for dessert which was the perfect end to a lovely dinner. I also had the hugo spritz which was perfection! Super nice place for a date night or girls night! read more
9 months ago
While walking around the North End, we noticed this beautifully decorated restaurant. The first floor is a bar with high top seating and the second floor is the main dining room. As soon as we sat down, our waitress introduced herself and brought over bread. We decided to order from their brunch menu and were very happy with our decision. We ended up going with the Caprese panino and the classic breakfast. The panini had Mozzarella di Bufala, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto and arugula salad. The classic breakfast came with 2 eggs any style, bacon, garlic parm potatoes, and toast. If you order anything, you must get the garlic parm potatoes, they are amazing!! The service was great throughout our entire meal and our waitress constantly filled up our glasses. I recommend coming here for brunch and I look forward to coming back and giving their lunch or dinner a shot. read more
Brunch at Ciao Roma was such a cute experience overall. The interior is absolutely gorgeous!! very girly, pink, and aesthetic, perfect for a fun brunch vibe. It's definitely one of those places that feels special the second you walk in. The Sunday lasagna is INCREDIBLE and a must-order. Easily the star of the table. We also tried the ricotta pancakes, which were a little more tart than expected, but still really good and unique. And the espresso martini was solid. Service was okay, not bad but not amazing. There were a couple small issues: one extra drink got added to our bill that we didn't order, and my friend ordered a brunch dish with a side of potatoes, not realizing the dish already came with potatoes. We wish the server had mentioned that because she basically ended up with two full orders of potatoes. Overall though, the food, atmosphere, and vibe make it worth going, especially for a cute brunch with friends. I'd definitely go back and I'm 100% ordering the lasagna again. read more
Made a reservation a month in advance for a birthday and were very happy with the experience. The menus had a happy birthday note and the table was covered with confetti, and they gave us gelato on the house. We got chicken parm and the butternut squash ravioli. They very kindly split the chicken parm for us and the pasta was perfectly al dente. The ravioli was delicious, the pistachio and brown butter flavors complimented the butternut squash extremely well - get this dish! The vibe was very cute and cozy and the staff was very friendly. Definitely recommend :) read more
28 days ago
We were seated upstairs in the restaurant and it was very cute. I ordered the fusilli alla vodka with the homemade ricotta and it was so delicious. I think it was my favorite pasta of the weekend. I would recommend trying it out! I wanted to try the new sarti spritz but they sold out the day before, I'll need to go back! read more
2 months ago
One of best places for themed seasonal cocktails - posting this as we near fall and pumpkin season. First floor is always great to walk in for a bar seat with a nice view of north end streets read more
Experience 5/5, Food 4/5, Drinks 5/5: Came here to celebrate passing my boards and we had a wonderful time. Our server was absolutely incredible and made our time so special. Here's what we ordered: -Rosa Rosa cocktail: BEAUTIFUL!!! And so tasty -La pera cocktail: surprisingly very refreshing, heavy on the allspice but I enjoyed it -Bruschetta w/ Ricotta: 10/10 the creamy ricotta was paired with honey and candied nuts and it was wonderful -Calamari: 9/10 I very much appreciated that it was not greasy whatsoever, just had a higher pepper:squid ratio than I would have liked. -Fusilli Alla Vodka w/ added whipped ricotta: me 8/10, boyfriend 10/10. I definitely think you need to add the ricotta to this to make it special. -Rigatoni and Sunday Ragu: 10/10, the short rib flavor was incredible and we added ricotta on that as well which I loved. Our server overheard we were planning on splitting the pasta dishes so he had them split for us in the kitchen which was so kind. We really enjoyed our time and will be back! read more
1 year ago
We had the most incredible dinner at Ciao Roma, on the first night of our girls trip to Boston. We initially looked forward to sitting on the patio, but the weather was uncooperative and tables were set for 4, so we were treated instead to a warm, round table for 5 with a gorgeous window view of the North End square below. The appetizers were wonderful, and I topped my bites off with the delicious strawberry spritz, which was fruity and refreshing! Our amazing waiter, Silvi, recommended a perfect bottle of wine to go with our entrees, and we split the Braised Short Rib Rigatoni, Fusilli alla Vodka, and Shrimp Scampi. Seeing the pastas were literally steaming as they were brought to the table, and each of the sauces perfectly complemented the dish. We had to end the night with dessert cocktails, mostly because we didn't want dinner to end. My espresso martini was creamy, but still had the darker notes of coffee that I love. It was the perfect nightcap. My friends and I still talk about this incredible meal and experience at Ciao Roma, and will for many years to come! read more
This was by far our favorite restaurant and meal we had while in Boston. The overall experience was a 10/10, largely due to our lovely waiter, Silvi. Silvi was welcoming, attentive, and helped our group navigate the extensive wine menu. We ordered a variety of appetizers and pastas, including the bruschetta (standard and burrata/honey/peach), caesar salad, short rib ragu, shrimp scampi, and vodka pasta. Our entire group raved about every dish, and if we had room for more, we would've ordered dessert. I had a lovely glass of white wine, and my group highly enjoyed their cocktails and dessert martinis. Definitely worth making the reservation if you can snag a spot! Note: Outdoor seating only sits up to four people. Larger groups will be seated inside, which will still be a great experience nonetheless. read more
1 year ago
If I could give a 10 star review I would. My friends and I were planning to travel to Boston on a girls trip. Ciao Roma has been popular on social media, so my friends and I decided to book a reservation a few weeks ago prior. Upon arrival, we wanted to sit outdoors but was told the outside was for parties 4 and under, but they were going to sit us by the window. It was so cute! Our waiter, Silvi, was amazing. Provided us with wine recommendations and quick, attentive service. Our food was amazing. All of the pastas (short rib rigatoni, shrimp scampi, and vodka fusilli) were DELICIOUS. The martinis were so incredible as well, one of the best espresso martinis we have ever had. We were very full but the dessert options looked yummy. Genuinely no complaints! My friends and I enjoyed the experience so much we are still thinking about it days later. It's a must! read more
3 months ago
My boyfriend and I spilt the chicken parmesan and we both finished it. We got the vodka sauce for extra and there was hardly any sauce on the plate and the noodles were undercooked. The chicken itself was great but overall it's an over priced and over hyped TikTok restaurant. Nice ambiance but they put us in the very back of the restaurant and the place was empty, I had asked to move back our reservation and they couldn't but the place was literally empty while we were eating so I was confused. read more
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5 months ago
Ciao Roma is super pretty & pink vibes inside. Great vibes, especially decorated for the holidays. It has 2 floors so can sit a big party (I'd estimate up to 12 comfortably), which can be hard to find in the North End! Our server was great. My butternut squash ravioli was INCREDIBLE, I would 10/10 recommend that. However, my husband got the Sunday Lasagna, it did not say parmesan cheese in the description, but it came with a ton, and he hates parmesan (makes him sick). That, and that someone else thought the Sunday Lasagna was way too cheesy and made her stomach hurt are the reasons for the 4 stars. Our waitress and busser were great! read more
11 months ago
Make sure you make a reservation! Was disappointed that we could not get in during dinner time on our first night in Boston but then we were able to make a reservation for Sunday night and what a blessing in disguise. We were able to order the Sunday ragu and Sunday lasagna with short rib and I am still dreaming of the taste. Definitely add the homemade ricotta to your meal as well. Restraint lighting is very dim. read more
1 year ago
I am not even being dramatic. This is the BEST meal I have EVER had. I have been thinking about the whole experience nonstop ever since. If you're in Boston, you MUST try Ciao Roma. It is so so worth it. The calamari was amazing, the vodka fusilli was so good, and my favorite was the chicken parm with vodka sauce. Also the espresso martini... SO good. 10000/10 rating from us. The service was spectacular, so personal, and the outdoor patio felt exactly like eating a meal in Italy. My favorite in Boston! read more
Came here for a birthday dinner with a fairly large group (8) and the restaurant was so accommodating. We were sat upstairs at a large table. We all enjoyed our cocktails and our meals. They do offer gluten free penne hear so if you're gluten free like I am, you're still able to enjoy some of their pasta dishes. Really cute exterior and interior, perfect for a dinner with friends or a date! read more
4 months ago
While Ciao Roma's food is average for the North End, it has a few things going for it, that other North End establishments don't. 1. It's not on Hanover St, so it's a bit quieter 2. They offer parking validation for a garage a few blocks away. 3. Old fashioned speakeasy lounge vibe in their upstairs dining room, and a really nice patio during the summer. 4. Service was attentive but not intrusive Everything we ate was on par with the rest the North End, which included Rigatoni and Sunday Ragu, Fusilli Alla Vodka, & Burrata Bruschetta. The Maple Old Fashioned was really good. read more
1 year ago
Celebrated our friend's birthday here! Brought our own cake, and the staff was so great about it and even kept it in the fridge for us. The vibes are great. The food was also phenomenal, and appreciate that with our split meal order they brought it on 2 plates! read more
3 months ago
The best restaurant I have been to in the North End! I got the mushroom pasta but I could have chosen anything on the menu! It all sounded so good. The restaurant has a really nice, cozy atmosphere and we didn't feel rushed which was great. Definitely would go back read more
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Stumbled across this place by accident and got an after dinner coffee while my friends got cocktails. The coffee was very average but the ambiance made it 5 stars! The bartenders were so much fun, loved watching all of the drinks get made. read more
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1 year ago
Fantastic Italian spot in an adorable part of the North End. Service was TOP notch, the food was phenomenal, and the view was so unique and quaint. Arugula salad was so light and fresh. The fusilli alla vodka was delightful, the pasta was done to perfection and the sauce was lovely. 12/10 experience, will be back ASAP. read more
My partner and I visited for the Monday Date Night special and were not disappointed! The food portions were very generous especially the chicken parm and tiramisu sizes. It's a bit annoying that chicken parm is extra for a says as otherwise it would just be a plate of chicken but it was delicious nonetheless. Our server, Ricky was amazing and very attentive and cheerful so shout out to him! The price is also very appealing but be aware that Monday night reservations fill up quickly and about 2 weeks in advance. In addition, the space was very cute with the bar/ first level having lots of space for walk-ins. We left so full and couldn't finish dessert and each had leftovers, I highly recommend! read more
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