This is actually a little tough giving it a five star review because this place is a hidden gem, I am being selfish. This place was found by accident as the other popular Boston italian restaurant had no tables until really late into the evening. My family had some linguini dishes and I do remember how the pasta was so tender. The meats that came with it, tasted fresh. It's been a few months while since I ate here, and the start of my review, I apologize I cannot get into specifics, I have to say it left a lasting impression. When I arrived, I got seated right away for an early dinner on a Friday, and with the quality food you get here, I was really lucky. There's a lot of great places to eat in Boston, and this is a sure place I will come back to when I am in the area. It's right by the Maverick station so it's conveniently located. read more

I gave this restaurant 5 stars because of the red sauce it was very delicious. The service was also good; I felt the host and waitress was very attentive during our visit. read more

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The food here is below average. the service was absolute horrid. would suggest walking right by and make your way to Midas or Rinos for authentic Italian. read more

Our dinners were amazing, we had the Pumpkin ravioli and the Ziti with meatball. The ravioli was the best I have had along with the shrimp on top and the sauce! The service was was very good! It was a pleasure having dinner there tonight and meeting other patrons. We highly recommend. read more

Small and dark. Hasn't been updated in years. Walk into a small dining room with a cozy bar that seats about maybe 8 people. Looks like at one time it may have been a mom and pop variety store. Nice tin ceiling. Deceiving in size due to the fact that there is another side to the main dining area.Apps were the eggplant rolls and a stuffed mushroom plate over a creamy spinach sauce. Eggplant was ok but served at room temp. The mushroom plate was unique with a flavorful cream sauce. Bread basket has toasted bread. Concerning because in the back of my mind I'm Figuring they toasted the bread because it wasn't fresh ? Entrees were Chicken Marsala over linguine. Probably the best of all the entrees regarding flavor. Chicken sliced thin and not over cooked. Chicken parm was ok and the Chicken broccoli was lacking in flavor. Homemade Tiramasu was very good. Waitress staff were very nice . Overall we weren't overly impressed when compared to our go to place right up the street " Italian Express Pizzeria " read more

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Our initial plan was to check out Rino's, but after being told it would be a 3 to 4 hour wait (Thanks Guy Fieri) we said to ourselves "no spaghetti is worth waiting 3 hours for". The Concierge at our hotel told us if we should happen to encounter a long wait, he suggested we check out his neighborhood favorite D'Parma. A super causal basic family run Italian restaurant located in the heart of a working class neighborhood this is a real gem. The prices are very reasonable and the food pretty darn good. There is a full bar and staffed by bartenders who are not afraid to ask how to make that weird ass drink you just ordered. Our group started with an order of mushrooms and salad. The mushroom appetizer was amazing, and left us fighting for the last bite. The salads were nothing special, but were perfectly fine. One word of caution, the olive oil has a kick, but I loved it. For my entree I went with the linguini carbonara which was rich and full of flavor. The pancetta was top quality and added a nice hint of salt which helped cut the richness of the sauce. The serving size is gigantic, so big in fact that even after devouring as much as I could the plate looked like it had not even been touched. The desserts were not spectacular, but were fine. Then again after that giant plate of pasta I really could have just passed as I did not need to stuff my face full of more ass growing calories. read more

Chances are, if you're coming to East Boston for Italian it's not to eat at D'Parma. And that's a damn tragedy. Stop listening to hype and the Food Network! They're not always indicative of quality. Having now had several excellent meals at D'Parma, it's become my favorite Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. Unlike some Italian joints, D'Parma is spacious and you never feel on top of your fellow diners. It's also nicely decorated and has real ambience. There's even a cozy fireplace in the adjoining dining room for those cold winter nights. I've never had to wait for a table, but if you like to play it safe, they actually take reservations and not just for large parties. Your meal starts with freshly toasted bread to dip in delicious spicy oil. Their extensive menu features all the classics and then some. Prices are slightly higher than their Winthrop location, but everything is well worth the cost. There is also a decent wine and beer list in addition to a full bar. I'm a chicken parm whore and theirs is one of the best. The chicken is perfectly fried and topped with melted mozzarella and a light and refreshing tomato sauce. Pasta dinners also come with a nice side salad. Another major standout is the service. Anderson, Sebastian, and everyone else I've encountered have been nothing but friendly and attentive. They always check in several times during your meal, and you never even have to ask them to refill your water. They're always on top of things. I'm not one to advertise a hidden gem, but I think it's time D'Parma received some fanfare. They consistently provide great food and service because that's simply how they operate. There's no facade or ego to be found here. Just a genuine desire to serve their customers at the highest level. D'Parma is the real deal. read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Chicken parm and a KJ Chardonnay - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I have had dinner here and realized I had not yelped it since then..here we go.. First, the outside of this place is not inviting. The restaurant is kind of split in between 2 storefronts, with decals over the windows. I could imagine people drive by and think, that's where we are going for dinner? I didn't think the prices would be as high as they would, as from the looks of the outside, it doesn't look to be expensive, but entrees still could go close to $20. For 2 people, with an appetizer, 2 entrees, and drinks, it was around $80. We split an antipasto plate. It was huge. Generous mozzarella and prosciutto, along with other fixings. It was around $10 and could of been a meal. I loved it. Entrees: we got a veal saltimbocca and a chicken parm. The veal was excellent, drowning in flavor over a bed of pasta. Mozzarella and bacon swam in the sauce. My chicken parm was good. A lot of pasta was given along with it. The chicken portion was thin but large. The red sauce was tasty. I would say that I liked the saltimbocca better though. They had a full bar and drinks were poured stiff at a reasonable price. Not sure if they have changed owners, I read here that there was no more bar. I also have seen them advertised online as Napoli Beverage dba DParma, so not sure what's up with that. The atmosphere wasn't great. It was dark inside, due to lack of good windows, then the dark walls, made it seem darker. Service was friendly. When we arrived, the waitress said one room would be loud with kids, so she sat us in the other. For the quality and quantity, its OK. I would rather go to the North End, 1 train stop over for a more authentic Italian experience. read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've been coming here for awhile but never reviewed the place as I really do consider this a hidden gem. Italian food is one of my favorites so I definitely like to check out Italian restaurants. As an Eastie resident, I love exploring my neighborhood. This place is like a two-minute walk from maverick station making it very convenient and there're lots of places to park if you're considering driving here. The place itself is dark and intimate and as others have stated yes we are in Eastie so the staff is Spanish speaking, but so what? They speak English perfectly so that isn't an issue. The menu is extensive they have your traditional items like pasta alfredo but they also serve dishes you won't necessarily find in chain restaurants like gnocchi. I recommend getting the three cheese ziti, it's so good! The prices are at a great price point and I feel this is a great place for a date night, to take your family, really any occasion! read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Delicious three cheese ziti! Definitely recommend. - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Delicious!!! We are from out of town and couldn't decide where to eat! BEST Italian food! Best decision yet on food! Excellent choice! We tried the mushroom prosciutto appetizer. So good! The antipasto salad was fantastic! The fettuccine mussels dish was outstanding! Support this local business! read more

Great place! Food was delicious and the staff was very attentive and friendly. Everything was so fresh and made to order. Will definitely come back when back in town. read more

Went to the new revere location. Not bad the service was outstanding. The food was good I got a glass of melbec wine for six dollars great value I had the chicken parm. Was fine chic a little thin but for the price and quality is was good. I'm going to go back and try there seafood dishes. I would recommend this location read more

The best! Love their D'Parma salad! And their red sauce, you could drink it! We think it's the best Italian food if we're going out to dinner or for take out. And we're the type of family, if we want Italian we would rather cook at home. But D'Parmas is just as good! read more

This place is so cute and unexpected! A smidgen off the beaten path, it's just around the corner from Maverick station. I stopped by for some take-out, but I realize I'm going to have to eat here for the full effect. Easy ordering over the phone, I got the chicken parm (topped with provolone) and tortellini alfredo. The alfredo is BOMB with a thinner style sauce - tastes homemade, just like my Mama prepares! After all, alfredo is just cream, parmesan, butter and garlic. It shouldn't be pasty! And it certainly wasn't. It was perfect. With your entree you get side salads and bread: simple but just what I wanted. My total came out to around $24 dollars, and each dish lasted us 2 meals. I can't complain. read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Friendly staff and reasonably good Italian foods with many choices. The price is moderate and the setting is casual. I had the steak Marsala which was quite good and priced at around $30. I also liked my dessert. read more

This is our go to Italian take out in eastie. Always super quick and open late! I'm sure dining in would be lovely as well.

High quality Italian food that is moderately priced. Great atmosphere and our servers were delightful. Highly recommend if you're in the Boston area. read more

Went here because I landed from my flight at Logan airport and wanted a decent real meal. Super close to the airport ! 18 mins. The food was delicious and super yummy. The restaurant has a romantic/ cozy vibe. I came in with my huge suitcase and the staff was welcoming, understanding of travelers and accommodating. Super friendly ! read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is such an amazing place to eat. It's literally steps from the Maverick station, North End italian quality food, enormous portions, and complimentary bread and salad. My fiancé and I absolutely love getting late night food from this place. The gnocchi and tortellini with creamy pesto sauce are divine. The service is quick at times and slower at others, but nothing too terrible. If you order take-out it will be ready quickly. The waiters are very polite and know the menu very well. Definitely one of our favorite italian restaurants to visit in East Boston. read more

Great service, awesome ambiance!! Favorite bartenders brandon and anderson, definitely the best place to enjoy drinks in east boston. I always come back!! read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Bar area - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Good food and cute spot , perfect for after a beach day. Also we were pleasantly surprised of the price after ordering dinner for four people! read more

Absolutely loved it, great pricing, wonderful service, lovely atmosphere, and the food was to die for. Pesto tortellini was our favorite. Phenomenal. read more

It's a great East Boston Italian restaurant. Looks and sounds like lots of regulars come in. They were busy -but let us know and got our orders. Only disappointment was they were out of veal. Great food and great local atmosphere. read more

Another great meal at D'Parma in Eastie. Got to sit outside and enjoy the perfect weather with a great meal. Chicken porchini was great and tasty. As always the fried calamari was a hit. My date had shrimp linguine and loved it. The only regret is neither of left room for dessert. Ah, next time. read more

Dparma is amazing! My friends and I come a few times a month and always start off with their Red Sangria Ive tried the egg plant rolls for an appetizer and they were delicious, thankfully not fried like at a lot of other places. I usually get their pesto tortellini (because their pesto sauce is to die for), or the Alla Boscaiola with pink sauce that's perfect. Chicken cutlet added to either of these is delicious. I want to try more dishes but I love these so much I won't stray far. The only exception I'll make is for the lobster ravioli! I've come with large parties or just by myself and hang at the bar while doing some work. All the bartenders are good at their job and have been there for a long time. This is a highly recommended place by locals. Location is great and their kitchen is open until midnight. The portions of the plates are a great size, I usually end up taking some home! Can't wait to go back read more

Small intimate interior near Maverick Square in East Boston. Friendly staff. The food here is really good. Portions are large and comes with salad. Big Bang for your buck! I've had the veal marsala, chicken marsala, chicken piccata, chicken parm, and meatballs with ziti. Every dish was excellent! Oh and the dessert menu rocks! Don't forget to check it out! read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Lemon Sorbet - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Have eaten here twice- it's near Logan and open real late! And it's real good Italian food. I'll be back!

D'Parma makes for a good stand-by selection in Eastie. They have decent sandwiches, salads and main dishes...all for a reasonable price. They actually cook their pastas to a near-perfect al dente and don't seem to over do it with whatever sauce you choose. A word of advice, if you're ordering a sandwich with prosciutto, ask for extra. They are a bit stingy in that department! While D'Parma has always gotten our orders correct, it just seems to be the default selection when we can't think of anything else to eat...or because it's late and there is nothing open. Notably, they don't deliver but they do accept all major credit cards! read more

Loved it!! Was finishing work in East Boston and I knew I just did not want to cook when I got home. I ordered veal Marsala and Ziti Alla Matriciana. Both delicious! They both came with fresh salad and nice bread. I will be ordering from there again very soon and I am looking forward to dining in the restaurant when the nation returns to normal! read more

This restaurant gets four stars for overcoming adversity. Located on the East Side of Boston, this little corner Italian restaurant feels like home. It is like a little Brooklyn in Boston. It competes with the North End and has all the charm, warm service and fun family atmosphere of some of the big known Italian restaurants. I had the Frutti di Mare which included linguini, calamari, shrimp, mussels and clams. The portions are very large with salad and bread with each entree and the setting is romantic with dim lighting but also good for groups. There is also a Sunday buffet for $10.00 a person. read more

Based on the value, and to offset the other low rankings (many of which docked points because of the lack of alcohol), I would like to give this place a 4.5. I saw the lovely sangria glass I had there as half full, so I rounded up. Food: Had the pumpkin tortellini, very good. Bread-excellent and complimentary. Salad- ok, but it was complimentary as well. My better half had the carbonara, he liked it quite a lot. Service- excellent, our waiter was super attentive....maybe because it was early and not too packed. Drinks- they're back...and reasonably priced. All in all with the restaurant.com coupon, 2 drinks, 2 entrees, 2 salads, bread and dessert came out to be $31 including tip.....not bad. read more

If you're looking for a nice Italian restaurant to eat at in East Boston, Go here =) Much better than Jeveli's in Day Sq. This restaurant has everything- Great food, Great service, Great atsmosphere, convenient location, FULL bar, decent prices. Give it a try! read more

Below avg quality Italian food. If you're a tourist find somewhere else. Only came here cuz it was open late.

Both times we have gone, we have been one of the only taken tables and we can't figure out why. The food is absolutely out of this world, and the service is not shabby. The wait staff is very attentive and sweet, although the waiter we had wasn't up on drink orders. Oh well! We look forward to going everytime we have a weekend in Boston! read more

Down to two because...sandwiches made 2 people in our party sick...mussels were measely and tough... and then down to 1 because they lost their liquor license apparently...let me know when they get this back because someone gave me a gift certificate for this joint.... read more

Great sangria, great pasta, and I love that salad comes with it. The pink sangria is perfectly sweet but will sneak and give you a buzz.the shrimp Alfredo has a great sauce but not as thick as other places, not that I'm complaining. The service was attentive however one of the guys didn't speak English but rather than telling me I had to ask him 3 times for a straw. This seems like a great place to host a party or just grab food on a date or with family. The only reason I'm not giving this place 5 star is 1. I'm a pasta snob and like my noodles made in house but that's more me than them. 2. And the main reason is once I ordered delivery and I told the guy 3 times what I wanted, I even said shrimp fettuccine Alfredo and he asked me what type of noodles and sauce I wanted. And when I got there is was a completely different order so I had to wait what they said would be 5 mins but was 15, not including the 20 mins before I went to pick it up, for my order. I had to ask the hostess twice when it would be ready before I got it. But I'm a sucker for good pasta and local businesses so I will be sure to return and next time make my order in person. read more

We found D'Parma on Yelp & it was very good - definitely worth the walk from the Embassy Suites. We had the Tutti d'Mare risotto, the vegetable risotto, chicken Marsala, chicken Parmesan, & linguini with clams. All were very tasty, & were preceded by salads & bread. We shared a few desserts (tiramisu, Spaciatella, & lemon gelato. Desserts weren't quite as good as the entrees, but the number of choices was impressive. read more

Ordered a spaghetti carbonara. I had to look hard to find any ham in this dish. Spaghetti was cooked properly but for $21.24 I received a meal which was worth about 2.50$. Delivery was on time. Next time I'm in town, I'll take a pass here. read more

during a recent trip to Boston, we had the pleasure of hitting up D'Parma. They're in walking distance of a lot of housing and the T. Typical Italian spot, wood paneled walls, low lit, but GOOD FOOD for a decent price. Give them a go. read more

This place has been highly recommended by my friends for a few years now and I've finally made my way around East Boston to trying this place. I was a little sick so my taste buds aren't really perfect as they were supposed to be. Had the steak porcini cooked medium, came with a salad and a side of sweet tasting pasta. The steak was enjoyable I might say, definitely way better than a place like Texas Roadhouse LOL. It was flavorful and had a little sliver of fat which was the besttttt. The pairing with the pasta made it very enjoyable as well. My friends ordered linguine carbonara and the August special shrimp pesto. Both were pretty damn good. We debated on which was better, the carbonara or pesto, and apparently they all enjoyed the pesto more while I like the carbonara. Pesto was pesto-y?... And carbonara was creamy?... LOL. I can't explain it anymore. I don't eat enough Italian cuisine to know. They also serve a side of bread with an extra $2 charge for more bread. Bread is bread but being able to add oil, cheese, and dried pepper flakes made the bread a lot more enjoyable. I wish I got some bread with the leftover pesto sauce! This place looks very sketchy on the outside, but it is a hidden gem. It's pretty dark in here at night so it's not a place for taking pictures of food without flash! The atmosphere is very nice in here and it's very calm. read more

D'Parma Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts