I REALLY dug this place, man!!! I was already predisposed to liking it because the email discussing going there with our friends had the typo subject title "Coopa", which reminded me of King Koopa, and man do I love NESstalgia (see what I did there!?!?!?!). But, I'm sorry, but the princess is in another castle. What a fucking bitch! Why did you send me to seven WRONG castles, Princess?!?!?! Who the fuck does that?!!! It's like you DON'T want me to save you!!!! Oh, don't go talking about "warp zones" to me now, Princess!!! I am in NO mood! Wow, that really got out of hand! EEEEEEEEEEEway, about this restaurant business: Start-to-finish, soup-to-nuts, Bon-Scott-to-Brian-Johnson, the meal was awesome!!! The chef's pick Salumi sampler was great. Mortadella, Duck Prosciutto, a pork and chicken pate, blood salumetto and some other shit I can't remember. But it was all great! Especially the duck prosciutto. I described it to a friend as "this beautiful rich purple color cut to the thickness of a condom". Then we also had this bruschetta with sunchokes and ham butter. That shit was pretty fucking boss, too! I also had my first go with sea urchin, which was served on this panini-like bread. I was sold, man! You can count me Sea UrchIN!!! (good grief) Then for the meal, I got the Fettuccine di Brambly, which is this house-made pasta in a chesnut and pork ragu sauce. The chestnut flavor is really pronounced in the dish, but excellent. I think tarragon was also in it (tarragon seems to be stalking me lately, but I DO appreciate the attention!!! ?) as well. Anyway, I thought it was fantastic! We had gelato for dessert. It was good, but not as good as what we had in Rome (said the fucking SNOB!). But all in all, the meal was great. Totally affordable, too. All that shit plus 2 or 3 drinks per person and it was ~$130 per couple plus tip! The only fuck-up was that it took forever for my wife's squid-ink pasta to come out, but I thought it was pretty awesome when it finally did come out (not that it came out, but how it tasted, like how I felt about Ellen DeGeneres). I really did not foresee me throwing out Ellen DeGeneres jokes when I decided to write this review. Oh Wellen!!! read more

I wanted to like this place - I really did, but it just didn't quite make it. Made a reservation and was promptly seated by the hostess. I noticed that my glass had a white residue ring inside and asked the server pouring the water if I could switch out the glass for another. She rudely and bluntly responded with "why??" and so I mentioned the ring and she, clearly irked by my response, stated that it was just wear and tear from stacking the glasses and proceeded to pour water into my glass. Now, I'm not normally a stickler about something as trivial as this, but she could have handled that situation much better. First of all, it's not like I'm sending food back - it would have been nice if she simply apologized and brought out a new glass. Second, if she had been less aggressive with her approach and explanation I would have completely understood and been fine with using that glass. At this point, I'm annoyed and ready to leave the restaurant before ordering any food. Luckily the actual server was quite nice and I quickly brushed off the initial greeting. My boyfriend and I ordered the arancini, ostriche, a pig board with the coppa, prosciutto di parma, taleggio, robiola, and the sola tre latte, the bronzino, and the bone marrow pizza. Now, I'm a huge fan of Ken Oringer and Toro is by far my favorite restaurant in Boston, but I was not a fan of the food at Coppa. The oysters in the ostriche were all shriveled up and lacked the juiciness and meatiness of new england oysters. The bronzino was perfectly cooked, but the accompaniments fell short. The bone marrow pizza was just okay - I enjoyed the subtle hint of horseradish, but everything else was average. The best part of our meal was the pig board - the coppa and proscuitto were sliced thinly and melted in your mouth and it came with a lot of fun additions like pickled mushrooms, pickles, various spreads and nuts. At the end of our meal our server congratulated us on our anniversary (we've been together for 5 years now) and gave us two complimentary almond biscotti cookies. Overall, our experience was just average. I left the restaurant feeling unsatisfied and was so close to just hopping on over to Toro to have a second dinner. I think I was just really upset that we had such a bad experience on the night of our anniversary - maybe on any other night I wouldn't have been so dramatic. read more

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I had heard a lot of good things about Coppa, so I decided to give it a try for dinner on a weeknight. It seems to always be pretty crowded because of the small size, so I made sure to make a reservation and my friend and I were able to be seated right away. To start off the meal, we decided to go with the arancini and the passato. The arancini was cooked well and had a nice cheesiness to it, but I felt like it lacked any real flavor. In the same line, I felt that passato was a great mix of ingredients, but I felt like I was expecting a little more kick from it. Instead, both dishes ended up being a little bland, though the bread served with the passato was quite tasty. For the main part of the meal we decided to split a small portion of the carbonara and the cavolfiore pizza. The carbonara was a good size and the pancetta that was in it was delicious, but I found it hard to taste any of the uni in the dish and felt that it was a bit over-peppered. In addition, the pasta was al dente--maybe a little too much--as several of the noodles were actually crunchy and seemingly uncooked in the middle. The pizza was probably my favorite dish of the night, but even still it was not anything that had me wanting to run back for more. While the ingredients were prominent throughout each bite, I felt that it was a bit too greasy--as even the crust appeared to get a little saturated with oil. The flavor was good--but I was still a bit underwhelmed as I have had much better pizza elsewhere in Boston. To finish the meal, we decided to go with the zeppole at the suggestion of our waitress. While these mini doughnuts were light and airy, again I had a hard time finding much flavor from them. I did enjoy the nutella that was along the side of the plate, but I guess I would have preferred to have a sauce with a little more sweetness to contrast with the breadiness of the zepolle. Overall this was a tough one to grade--and definitely not a restaurant I anticipated earning less than 4 stars. The food here was alright--everything was solid (minus the undercooked pasta), but nothing really 'wow'ed us. Though the service was friendly and the setting was picturesque, the food just didn't hit the marks that I was hoping for. read more

Had a 7:30 reservation at Coppa tonight. My husband and I planned this dinner with a relative from out of town, our newborn, and our toddler son. We went to the host desk where the host informed us that the stroller wouldn't fit inside. We understood and agreed to only take the bassinet inside and park the stroller by the host stand and the staff would move it accordingly. 3 of us headed inside and my husband parked the stroller behind the host stand. There was a waiter headed in his direction while he held the bassinet, so he had to move to protect the baby who was in the bassinet. He accidentally bumped into the manager and apologized. Coppa is a small restaurant so bumping into someone is not uncommon. When he came inside the manager asked us to leave because we weren't a "good fit" for this restaurant and because my husband assaulted him. Interesting how when you are a person of color bumping into someone and apologizing is seen as assaulting someone. The manager repeatedly said this about my husband in front of our 3 year old son which was so incredibly rude. My husband proceeded to apologize twice after this and say that there may have been a misunderstanding and he accidentally bumped into the manager. He continued say that we are not a "good fit" and forced us out of the restaurant saying that "we are not welcome here." If this isn't racism, what is? So disappointed. read more

Absolutely can not go wrong eating at Coppa Boston. The ambience is small and cozy in a quaint neighborhood in the South End. The exposed brick and overall rustic appearance is charming. My husband and I have been twice. Once just the two of us and second time on NYE with a party of four. The service we received was excellent both times. The staff knows their menu and wine list well. We have based our food and drink parings off of recommendations from the staff with confidence our meal would be nothing less then excellent. We ordered a charcuterie board both times we visited and would order it again. We also had the Arancini both times, and have never have Arancini anywhere else that would beat theirs. We are both from NY so that is a very high praise! We've eaten a pasta dish and a pizza which we're both incredible. Given that these are small plates ordering multiple dishes to sample is a must! Overall, I give this restaurant 5 stars because we have received wonderful service, an excellent meal, and a stunning environment. We look forward to eating here again! read more

SO excited to try this place since I love Toro.... Went a few nights ago with a few friends and thought this place was just okay. The service was pleasant and timely, the ambiance was warm and cozy, but the food was neither pleasant nor warm or cozy... in fact, it was salty and sub-par overall. We shared a bunch of small plates... the "bruschetta di cannellini" (bread with white bean spread) was SO SALTY! I couldn't stomach it. All I tasted was salt... no beans, no nothing. Horrible. Friends agreed. The pizzas all tasted alright. Only the egg yolk + mushroom stood out. It was actually quite delicious. It also seemed like the same spices were used on each of the 3 pizzas we ordered, which was disappointing. Where's the creativity!?! The bread pudding was divine!!! Overall, some dishes were great, and others bad. Nothing really in between. In addition, very small portions--be warned. But I guess that's fair since it is an Italian tapas restaurant... Still serving dinner late night (hard to find in Boston) and prices are reasonable, so it does have its positives. read more

I wished I lived in that neighbourhood. I could see Coppa becoming my walk to - go to place. It's cozy and inviting. The cocktails were original and very good. The food was very flavourful and not overly filling. It's the perfect place for a couple of late evening cocktails and small plates. I think I just made myself hungry again just writing about it. Next time I'm: 1) In the neightbourhood 2) A short uber away 3) Have a Gilt City coupon I'll be back. read more

Would give a 1 star but I used to LOVE this place!!!!! Had the worst experience today at lunch because of Stimulus Check Sam - what a lazy piece of crap! He was rude from the start at check in when asked if we could sit inside instead of outside because it was chillier than we thought it would be when we made the reservation. He said "NO! You would have to wait for an hour" But - no one was inside? So - went to an outside shaded table and asked if we could have one of the heaters turned on. He said he would light one, then barked orders that we MUST wear masks until water is served, put our masks back one when the server comes to the table and must leave in 90 minutes. Shocked - I agreed and then as he struggled with the heat lamp - I said that I was ridiculous!!!!! I am outside, 12' from from the next table and vaccinate! That isn't even CDC rule!!!! He got so bitchy and he said "NO - you can leave right now!!!!" - guess what ass?!? I did and I will take my money and business elsewhere to a local restaurant who wants us!!! And - so we did and had an amazing lunch - for $380 that could have been yours. So - maybe those checks made you a bit lazy Sam - you never did get that headlamp to work lmao - so - lost a customer! Bye b*tch read more

I put my name on the list at 8:30 p.m. and finished dinner at midnight. (It was probably my fault, since it was their first Friday night.) Was it worth it? Yes and no. No: a) Neither of the pastas were cooked al dente. The Lasagna alla Bolognese was more like over-baked pasta casserole. Although the Spaghetti alla Cabonara had liberal amounts of sea urchin and panchetta, the salinity level was thirst-inducing to an uncomfortable degree. b) Meatballs were meatballs (nothing special), pork ribs were pork ribs, and mortadella was like Oscar Meyer bologna. c) Oh my gosh, the wait . . . almost 2 hours for seating and another 45 minute gap between courses. Yes: a) The Pavarotti cocktail does justice to the opera singer: making it is a performance in itself. Let's just say that it involves fire . . . b) Proscuitto was perfectly aged and sliced, as proscuitto should be. c) Foie Gras, wow, the foie gras. It came mostly unadorned, highlighting the hedonistic piece of heaven. In conclusion, go to Coppa for drinks and bar snacks. Order basic stuzi for the food quality and avoid complex dishes that have too many flavors battling it out. read more

Coppa! We waited a couple of hours for seats (this was back in February) - and got a little trashed during the wait. A fun sangria (w/ bitters), and a nicely chosen wine list helped keep us busy. The space is small -- not too many people can fit at the bar - so you may get a tinge of claustrophobia and decide to go for a walk or drink in another bar while you wait. Some pointers first - a) If you can come here with more than one person, do it - you can sample more of these sumptuous small plates that way. b) Dont come here and be safe with your ordering. That would be sad. Be a little adventurous at least (the menu almost forces you to be). Now... back to the food.. This place loves pigs (or hates them, depending on how you look at it) . Pork everywhere. 3) This place gets loud, so if you're looking for a quiet intimate spot, this isn't for you. This cute little restaurant, tucked into the South End, delivers. Or should I say, Jamie Bissonnette delivers. With his wife manning the FOH, he can be seen working away in the back. The dishes come out, and each plate is a treat. Seating is tight, so you may become friends with your neighbors. This is Boston, not NY, so maybe it's not such a bad thing to know your neighbors. After all, we're friendly folks. Memorable... Pork rillette - delic! Don't miss it. Chicken liver - good... Oxtail - A little overly-salty, but still a winner I feel like we had some seafood too, but I just can't remember exactly what it was. Parking is not easy depending on the night - so the train is your best bet. There is a public lot about a 10 minute walk from this spot, if you're so inclined. As for prices, expect to pay about $30-$40/pp not incl drinks (another $8-$10 per)... Eat well and get trashed. It was a good night. read more

The first time I came here, we really liked it. I was excited to bring my boyfriend, who loves charcuterie and different types of meat dishes. After visiting with my boyfriend, I was extremely disappointed. I am not sure if it was because the first time I visited we were in a large crowd and money was flying a little more loosely, but when I was with one other person we really couldn't get over the cost. It didn't seem worth it for the food. read more

We came here for the 'bone marrow' pizza given all the reviews about it but it wasn't in the menu and when we asked the server about it, he gave us a blank stare and said they don't have it which was strange. However, we had the Soppresatta pizza which was one of the best I've had and also the meatballs appetizer which was really juicy and flavorful. The bluefin fin tuna was good but not worth the steep price. Overall, the food was great and the ambience was super cozy. read more

The restaurant has a good ambience with nice window-side, bar, and outdoor seatings, in a lovely neighborhood. We had a pizza and a chicken dish. The pizza was way too salty, however. The chicken was good. read more

Coppa Enoteca - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I just went in to make a "reservation" - they don't accept reservations but I've heard do take day-ahead reservations. I was told by the "host" who was sitting at the bar that they don't take reservations, walk-ins only. When I inquire about walk-in reservations? Oh yeah, she forgot to mention that...she says that starts at 5:30. You're welcome to come back then and place your name. It's 4:30, so I'm a little annoyed. I ask if I can call...No, you have to come into the restaurant. We don't accept call ahead. Meal may be amazing, but the host was so rude that I won't be going back. Update: we've gone back a few times now, and it's a true diamond Update as of 2014: moved to 5 stars. One of my favorite spots in the south end read more

I have been internet stalking this place since it opened. It has two of my favorite things: small plates and the South End. What's not to like, right? Not to mention, the reviews have been stellar. Ken Orringer's adventures have been hit or miss for me. This was somewhere in between, on the cusp of miss. The bf and I were in the neighborhood yesterday and stopped by for a late lunch. We sat outside on pretty blue metal tables with orange cloth umbrellas. The place was pretty empty and the staff was gearing up for dinner service. There was a limited menu, of course. This menu thinly resembled the menu on Coppa's website that I had been stalking for months, which was a serious problem for me. Yes, menus change, but that change (as well as any other) should be reflected in your site so foodie detectives like me can make informed decisions. That plus the limited scenario was pretty annoying. The menu design was also annoying, especially in the salumi section. Nothing was explained or translated into English, and lists looked like paragraphs without each item being separated. This basically created the need for the waitress to give me an explanation of 75% of the menu, which was, especially for a knowledgeable foodie like me, frustrating and embarrassing. We ended up ordering two of the stuzi: a zucchini pesto and marcona almond crostini and marinated mushrooms. We also ordered a middle-aged salumi (a salami, not a proscuitto) and the salumi con Pepe panini. I considered a pizza, but at $15 it's way more expensive than Picco, and I doubt it's half as good. Our service was meh. It was sunny and 80+ degrees outside, yet our water was lukewarm and rarely filled. The crostini was large and unwieldy with topping not only in a heaping portion on the top, but as a bed underneath the bread. It was damned near impossible to cut it into pieces to share. The pesto was made with cheese and shredded zucchini, and was almost unbearably salty. It definitely needed acid or sugar to make the flavor balanced. The almonds seemed like an afterthought that did nothing for the dish except make charging $5 for one piece of crostini seem almost reasonable. Its one redeeming quality was that my bf liked it despite hating zucchini specifically and veggies in general. The "marinated" mushrooms were really pickled. The rosemary in their description on the menu was also almost nonexistent. They were very sweet, which I like, but will probably not be for everyone. They were good, but not what we had anticipated given their description. My salumi was delicious but made me angry. Really angry. The plate was smaller than the teacup saucers I have at home and it was covered in silver-dollar-sized slices of salumi so thin that they were translucent. That was it. No accompaniments of any kind. Not a cracker, a toast point, a piece of fruit, or mustard. When the menu says "Salumi, $9" I am right to assume that this is a salumi plate, and that it is more than salumi flakes on a mini saucer. The combined weight of this salumi was about equal to 4 small pieces of regular pepperoni. For $9. Yes it is expensive, and delicious, and boutique, but the whole thing was just insulting. The salumi con Pepe sandwich is the reason this place gets 3 stars. It was delicious and absolutely loaded with cured meats. It was a rather small sandwich, and the amount of meat on it compared to my salumi plate which cost the same $9 made me all the more angry. It was my bf's sandwich, and he took pity on me and split it. It was dressed with arugula and a delicious vinaigrette, but was not really pressed as a panini should be. It was good enough that I would come back and order it to go. One piece of crostini, a handful of tiny pickled mushrooms, 1/30 lb of salumi, and a sandwich cost $30. That is ridiculous. The selling point of this restaurant is the ability to get little gourmet snacks at a very reasonable price. Coppa did not deliver. read more

I'm actually quite disappointed in myself that it took me this long to write a review on my FAVORITE restaurant in Boston... a couple others come very close though. If I could give this place a 6, I would! Why I love Coppa (like everyone else): * Atmosphere reminds me a little bit like a restaurant in LES in NYC. It's got a neighborhood, dark, hipster, small and intimate feel about it. I love the boar's head at the entrance that just peers over the dining area. I want one for my apt. * Everything is small enough to be shared, so go there with someone who isn't selfish and greedy about their food. * Service is very laid back, attentive, knowledgable, and just plain cool. Tattoos everywhere! * Don't bother with reservations, you might end up making them a month in advance. Just show up and wait for a seat at the bar. What you MUST get: * Arancini * Meatballs (best in the city!) * Salsicia (sp?) sausage pizza * Squid Ink Pasta with Lobster * Cavatelli with Chicken * Those are my staples when I go there, but I always try to get at least one or two new things I haven't tried. If you are a vegan/vegetarian or a friend of one, don't bring them here. There's nothing enjoyable about eating just cauliflower which probably the only non-meat item on the menu. read more

I finally made it to Coppa last week. We went for a late-ish dinner (around 10 pm) and it was good, but in no way great or outstanding or any of the other things I had heard. The temperature was an issue for us as well (too cold!); otherwise the atmosphere was nice. The food we ordered was pretty tasty, but for the price and size of the dishes it was not 'knock your socks off' good. After our waitress reccommended the pizza, we tried that, hopeful that it would be a dish that would blow us away. Unfortunately, it was just ok. I will definitley try Coppa again, maybe earlier in the evening. I did like the pretty cheap beer prices they had... read more

Cute little place with inventive Italian-style tapas. Loved the steak tartare, the bruschetta and an uni carbonara. They have very interesting cuts of meat incorporated into a lot of their plates. The meatballs, which was the simplest most straight-forward thing we ordered, was also a winner. I would recommend getting about 6-8 plates for two people. Has a cute outside seating area as well. For a place like this, I would: Drink: We had a bottle of nice chilled Rose! The price range for wines are great. The cocktails looked interesting as well. Eat: The meatballs. Get many different tapas! Experiment. Wear: Something breezy. Their AC is non-existant. Go with: a friend or a date. It's a small place so maybe not good for groups read more

The first time I tried to dine at Coppa, the wait was 2 hours long and I was in no mood to wait that long for dinner. Last night, we were told we could be seated immediately outside (Yay!) until this cranky girl on a crutch hopped from the bar and decided that she changed her mind and wanted to be seated outside (at the table that was only seconds before promised to us). So, the hostess apologized and we were told that it should be about 20 minutes for a table. 20 minutes isn't bad, so we decided to stick it out. When said table didn't materialize within 20 minutes, the hostess was kind enough to give us some meatballs for waiting and tolerating a moderately confusing situation. I very much appreciated the hostess's attitude and attempts to accommodate us. I also appreciated the very tasty meatballs. When we finally did sit and order our food, I have to admit I wasn't wowed. The food was good, and I think the dish I liked best was the Sicilian Fisherman's Pizza (fried calamari on pizza!), but nothing really made take notice. The skirt steak was fine. The cauliflower was pretty terrible (and cold). The service was standard. Maybe we ordered the wrong things? Whatever the case, Coppa was a decent dining experience, but not one I'd necessarily hurry back to experience again. read more

Very crowded and cramped space. Our waiter was rushed and inattentive. She explained the menu as an afterthought when she walked by and noticed we were poring over it. Everything we'd ordered was delicious but I'd have a better time at cuchi cuchi considering the inattentiveness and lack of space here. Funny thing is, she was very quick to jump on us with the check and to get us out of there. Terrible experience. read more

For some reason, I find Coppa somewhat underwhelming, however, it's a solid spot. At Italian restaurants, I typically want to order everything on the menu, but I sometimes struggle with Coppa and default to the pizzas and pasta. The cocktail menu is great; they have my Italian cocktail standbys-- negroni and Aperol spritz, as well as a fantastic sangria with St. Germaine. The pizzas are delicious, particularly the Nduja and Parma. It's somewhat challenging because it's "small plates" and the portions are quite small, even by Italian standards, making it difficult to share. The portions are some of the smallest I've seen, and you end up having to order multiple dishes, so it can get pricey quickly (meanwhile, with cicchetti, the purpose is to order many small Italian plates, but they're priced accordingly so you don't break the bank so your party isn't still starving). read more

Ken Oringer, do you ever SLEEP? The man seems to open a new restaurant about as often as I crave fruit smoothies. And I'm quite sure my body consists of 95% smoothie. Toro is by far my favorite Ken Oringer restaurant, but Coppa isn't a bad runner-up. It's styled much like a NYC restaurant--small and cozy. The menu consists of pizzas, pastas, and small plates/appetizers. They're considered "tapas", but boy are they SMALL. Not too surprising though, since it's in the middle of the south end, where everyone is seemingly on some sort of wheat-free/no-carbs/Atkins/don't-eat-at-all/"I will take my child out in the stroller but I'll also be training for a half marathon at the same time" diet. I do have to give Oringer credit for creating a menu with a unique, tasty take on Italian-themed food. An egg in the middle of a pizza? What?! The restaurant is cram packed on weekends, so if you don't want to wait too long you may be better off going on a weekday. If you're a fan of Oringer's restaurants, you'll have to try Coppa in order to complete your tastebud tour of his culinary prowess. If not, I don't think it's necessarily the best restaurant in the area, but depends on what you're in the mood for. read more

This place is tiny!!! I don't like how so many good restaurants in Boston are so tiny and it's difficult to make a reservation or you just have to wait a long time. Luckily, we got a reservation for Thursday around 8 and we were seated pretty quickly when we got there. It was still pretty busy and there was still a lot of hustle and bustle the whole time we were there. Even though they were busy, the service was still on point! We started with the oysters, which were good, but not the best I've had in Boston. Next came the braised octopus. This was flavored really well and I've always enjoyed octopus, but not necessarily the braised texture. The two pasta dishes we tried were the uni carbonara and the squid ink linguine. My favorite dish of the night was definitely the uni carbonara pasta! It was so creamy and salted just right with a nice uni flavor. The ink squid pasta was also really good and garlic-y. We got the pasta in the smaller size so we could also have space for the bone marrow pizza with tongue. The pizza was delicious! The bone marrow taste was pretty muted, but the tongue was delicious! This is definitely a place where you get smaller portions so you can try different dishes. Don't come when you're starving! I saw another table order the charcuterie board and it was huge! This may be something I want to try next time. I definitely recommend securing reservations or coming for a late, late dinner. I can't wait until my next meal here! read more

My friend and I decided on Coppa for some drinks and small plates. We walked in around 8ish and found a couple of seats at the bar. We ordered our drinks and started with the Arancini and Oysters. The Oyster was really good, served with Cranberry & prosecco. The arancini was ok, a bit on the salty side. As for drinks, I wasn't too impress with the cocktail menu and decided on my go-to cranberry & vodka...except they only had flavored vodkas, whatever. However, the service left me confused. I finished my drink and the bartender just took my glass away without asking if I want something else. About 15 minutes later, my friend finished his and the bartender asked if we wanted another round. By that time, i was done. Wouldn't he have wanted to serve me sooner so that we continue our rounds?... I think Coppa is a bit over-rated. read more

I love coming here. This is not your typical Italian spot. If you're looking for another Fra Diavolo or Chicken Parm, go to the North End. Coppa is one of the only restaurants in Boston that serves food that justifies its price because of the quality not quantity. The food here is unique without being so unique that it's an "only try once" plate. The sea urchin gemelli, for example, is excellent. Their outdoor space is nice especially if you have a dog. They will give you a water bowl for the pup and are extremely attentive in terms of refilling it. read more

Totally feeling this new neighborhood spot. A bit underwhelmed with the service, but impressed by the food and drinks. The anticipated long wait was significantly shortened when several pairs of twos had disappeared. Always an unexpected delight. The menu, though a little light on vegetarian entree options, delighted me. Very creative. Beware the small plates make sure your date knows so he won't under-order and be hungry. We had the marianated mushrooms, arancini which were fantastic, the fish with pistachios & lemon, and the orecchiette with rabe and parmesean (so good!). They source a small, local soda company, so we tried a sprite-style soda. I had a belladonna with pimms and gin. Sweet but satisfying. Prices are reasonable, especially given the quantity. The restaurant is cozy, and by cozy, I mean plan on eavesdropping on your neighbors unintentionally. The men next to me last night were worth staying and listening to all night. But you really will feel like your double-dating with the awkward first date next to you. That said, I can't wait to go back. read more

Disappointingly just alright. After numerous spectacular experiences at Toro, I have been a little more than excited to try its sister, Coppa. Under the leadership of Ken Oringer, this restaurant should've provided otherworldly flavor crammed into a couple of al dente noodles. After selecting dishes with outlandish ingredients such as sea urchin and bone marrow, I was practically buzzing when the dishes were placed before me. And after my first bite, nothing. No fireworks, no rosy hue, no simpler life. None of the extraordinary texture I had expected. While it was interesting experiencing the intense briny flavor of a sea urchin, that was the only redeeming quality of my meal. Ken Oringer, you disappointed me. read more

I don't really see what the hype is all about. Outdoor seating is on a busy sidewalk. Kids yelling, people walking their dogs. Tables are teeny tiny and seats are uncomfortable. The inside is very small. One bathroom...unisex...eek Our poor waitress was slammed, but did the smart thing of bringing out the red wine bottles and leaving them outside for quick pouring. The mixed drinks took forever though. Now the food....meatballs came in a very rich sauce sauce. 3 per order...just the right amount. Arancini were way overcooked. Instead of a golden brown they were pretty much black. The fontina inside gave them a good flavor however, minus the taste of burnt breadcrumbs on the outside. Heirloom tomato salad was unique. Yellow watermelon gave a fruity break to the acidity of the tomato. The squid ink pasta is a toss up for me...interesting flavor but leaves a weird taste in your mouth. My best friend loved it. Not my thing I guess... The Salciccia pizza had a thicker crust than I would like but the ricotta was super fresh and delicious. Little bit of a kick but not too spicy. I'd come back but wouldn't wait an hour for a table like other people claim to do. read more

I have to agree with several yelpers here; I really wanted to like this place, but I was not nearly close to what I'd have expected. Perhaps I was building myself up for disappointment. I don't know. SPACE: 2.5 stars Great location, but cramped and very cold by the door. SERVICE: 5 Stars Accommodating, jovial and attentive. DRINKS: 3.5 Stars Solid, with a real Italian flair. FOOD: 2.5 The Biff and I disagree heavily here. He enjoyed it, I had a few real problems with it. Actually, the Biff put it right, this place caters to foodies. And while that may be the case, I personally felt that addition of ingredients like uni and marrow all willy-nilly doesn't automatically make them better. In fact both these ingredients were completely lost in translation which was such a shame. Arancini-5 stars: These buggers were delicious, even better than the arancini at Galleria Umberto which were my favorite til now. There were 3 arancini for the two of us. One thing I don't understand about restaurants of this caliber (and price) is when they don't round up, so customers can split the arancini evenly (this just a rant that doesn't have to do with the rating I gave, but just a thought). Harissa and Heart crostini-5 Stars: Very very tasty, wish we had ordered more. Charcuterie- 4 Stars: There was a dud or two in our cheese selection, but the meats were damn good. The duck proscuitto is sublime. Uni Carbonara- 2 Stars I never thought I'd call a carbonara too creamy, but there you are. I could see the uni, but could not taste it. I get the impetus for throwing a bunch of foodie ingredients together. While theoretically tasty, for me it was just gimmicky and unsuccessful execution. Marrow Pizza- 2 Stars I looked good enough. I simply did not care for it. There were sparse chunks of marrow that were simply not unctuous, and the pimentoesque cheese detracted heavily from the taste. The Biff liked it, but I was less than pleased. OVERALL VERDICT: Come for the smaller dishes and a ton of charcuterie. Fill up on those and the drinks and skip the mains. read more

Finally after the 4th time trying to eat here we found a back corner in the tiny space. As with all other Ken Oringer places it was worth the wait ....kinda... Cool menu - it's Tapas Italian style. Much of the menu is like fear factor - brains, tripe, tongue, wild boar, squid ink, sea urchin,bone marrow, blood, stinkbugs, ostrich eggs, pig feet and tails, Horse, (may be over embellishing)... but I am sure it all tastes better then it sounds- he likes to challenge himself. We tried brucetta with sun chokes, ham, and sardines -good but was missing something and it looked like poop. Wild boar tagatelle which was tasty but a bit tough Squid ink Lobster pasta which was above average. And the best of the night Fluke Crudo - so good we were fighting over the last one. The drinks were good...at first - considering it was beer/wine only. The fizz with egg whites was the best. However, they were way too expensive for tiny amount and not full booze - oh and no beer on tap. After a while the cutesy fake drinks lost their appeal and I just wanted a real martini or a cold beer...but no we had to go to Franklin for that after a huge tab. Somewhat disappointing - I mean it was good, but just like Toro the anticipation and expectation raised it up on a pedestal that this experience could not support. I will try again. read more

Hands down one of the best restaurants in the city. I am so glad I finally tried Coppa, especially since I recommend it to everyone who comes to town. Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette can do no wrong in my book. Everything I ate was fantastic, but in particular I recommend the veal brain, the squid ink linguine, the oysters, and the tuna crudo. The service is fantastic, the atmosphere is great... I really can't express how much I enjoyed my experience here. read more

FANTASTIC. Has the quaint little South End feel with a bold take on Italian cuisine. The meat and cheese plate and the duck prosciutto in particular is out of this world. The hanger steak with harissa is another fantastic bite. Fun place for eaters who appreciate something off the beaten path or diners just looking for a well cooked classic! read more

Coppa Enoteca - Charcuterie and Cheese Platter - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I cannot say how much I love Coppa. I have been almost every week for the past few months, it is definitely a great place to have business lunches. The take on Italian classics is interesting, but what I enjoyed most is their charcuterie selection. Nice jobs guys! read more

It's absurd that Coppa only has 3 1/2 stars on Yelp. Most of the negative reviews are silly complaints about the wait time. Well, guess what? The food is fantastic and the restaurant is small, so of course the wait time is going to be long... What do you expect? My favorites: butternut squash lasagna and the duck drummettes. Also, PBR in a can, buckets of High Life ponies, and even $5 glasses of wine. Just avoid the prime dinner times and wrap yourself extra warm in the winter, because it gets cold in there... KO is probably my favorite chef in the city. read more

Most priciest tapas I have ever had. Pretty surprising to have a small portion for a brunch meal. Make sure you order more if you are hungry. The monte cristo was not as fattening as I had imagined, but delicious nonetheless. The shakshuka was flavorful and simple. read more

My husband and I decided to go out last minute on a Saturday night for dinner in the South End and decided to try out Coppa after hearing many great things about it. We showed up and were lucky enough to score 2 seats at the bar. We just didn't know how lucky. We were greeted by the very friendly and energetic Kate behind the bar who had some great suggestions about the menu. We decided to try a bunch or the plates and share them in the tapas style. We started out with Arancini which are fried risotto balls with cheese inside. We also had the meatballs which were great as was the sauce they came in. One cool thing about sitting at the bar is the chef does a lot of the prep and plating behind the bar so you get to watch how amazingly everything is put together. The chef actually sent us over a dish that we wouldn't have ordered but would definitely order the next time we go. It was a dish with peaches, a tomato sauce and a cheese. It was amazing , do not miss it if its on the menu. We got the big serving of the Campanelle con Pesta which was a pasta and pesto dish that was just amazing. Kate kept our sauvignon blanc full the whole night and we left after stuffing ourselves with some chocolate gelato that she recommended. Everything about the atmosphere and our experience was great and we can't wait to go back! read more

Where do I start? Everything was delicious, but the standouts for me were the oysters and the addictive Brussels sprouts. The sweet tart cranberry paired perfectly with the briny oysters. It didn't hurt that the oyster truck was actually outside, and Chef Oringer told us himself that they had just been harvested. Nothing better than fresh oysters, except for oysters artfully topped with cranberries and prosecco! Then there were the Brussels sprouts. Thank you Chefs for having these on the menu! We all know how much I love these green globes of deliciousness, and Coppa prepares them with flavor and flair. They were on par with the Brussels at the Foodbuzz Festival. And that is a serious comparison. The hubby LOVED the steak. I didn't try any of it but did have a bite of sweet cippolini onion, yum! The fried artichokes, with their ever so light batter and salty aioli and a squeeze of fresh lemon also topped the list. We tried so many dishes, and yet there are still so many that we wanted! The music at Coppa was great, and the whole vibe was energetic and welcoming. The service was that of a restaurant on opening night, servers moving swiftly around, making it difficult for me to snap great photos, but making for a fun eating experience. The Boston Channel's Chronicle was filming the opening night; check it out and maybe you will see us eating and trying not to laugh in front of the camera Coppa is a welcome addition to the South End and is off to an incredible start. Our meal went off without a hitch, and the hostess was very interested in our feedback as I was leaving. Best of luck to this new restaurant, and if you are looking for a rustic yet chic Italian experience in Boston, check it out! read more

Coppa Enoteca, which opened in early 2010 and is owned by Chef Jamie Bissonnette and partner Ken Oringer, features Italian small plates, pasta, and wood-oven pizzas. This neighborhood favorite is both rustic and relaxing. I think its a great destination for an evening out with a friend or for a date; especially in warmer months when you can dine outside on their street side patio. Best known for their small plates, many of the handmade pasta selections can be ordered as a main dish if you are not in the mood to share. Coppa's menu is primarily comprised of small bar snacks $5-$8; Italian meats cut from their beautiful Berkel slicer (see below) $10; Antipasti $7-$9; wood fired pizzas $14-$16; handmade pastas $13-$16.On this visit we started our meal with Burrata ($9) and arancini, two fried risotto balls stuffed with cheese ($6). The Burrata was creamy and cool on the palate. The flavoring of the pesto and honey in particular makes this antipasti worth trying again. By contrast the arancini was warm and salty. Upon cutting the arancini, we could see all the delicious, melted fontina cheese poll out onto our plate. As if the aromas coming from the kitchen isn't enough to set your mouth watering our first two "small plates" awakened our appetites and we dived into the Cavatelli di Pollo ($13) and Feta di Popeye pizza ($14). The pasta was surprisingly salty and left me wanting more. The pizza, topped with melting feta cheese and spinach, was slightly blackened from the wood-oven. Having both pasta and pizza is carb loading, but it is an undeniably delicious combination and one I suggest especially when sharing like I did. Coppa is open 7-days a week and serves lunch during weekdays starting at 12pm. HINT: Getting a table is difficult in part because of Coppa's reputation and in part because it is so tiny. To avoid long waits, make a reservation or try visiting for lunch or dine earlier in the week (Mon - Wed). read more

Visiting Boston has always been on my bucket list and I stumbled across this AMAZING gem and can't recommend it enough! I found myself there 3 times in the rather short month I was visiting Boston. If you love Italian food, I promise you will not be disappointed! read more

Love this place! Both times I have been here the service has been great. My favorite item from the menu are the island creek oysters with the green strawberry and thai basil. Honestly THE BEST oysters I have ever had. The flavors melt together so nicely! Other things I tried was the Tartare di Manzo, Aracini, and the Spaghetti alla Carbonara. The Tartare and Aracini were very good but the Spaghetti was a little too oily for my liking. For drinks, I've tried the bartender's whim and the Sangria. Both were good! Overall, I love it here. Definitely one of my favorite places! read more