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    Delfino

    4.2 (396 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Linguine con Polpette (Meatballs)
    Elias G.

    We showed up at 6:15 or so without a reservation and it was completely packed; they do have 4 walk-in seats at the back, though, so we waited 15 minutes or so and were able to sit. It was a bit loud, and dark, but still quite intimate. They serve unlimited Iggy's bread with oil, which was well received as we were starving. We ended up getting the Eggplant Bruschetta as an appetizer, with the Bolognese and Meatballs as our mains. The Bruschetta was pretty good, with the grilled sourdough adding a really nice flavor. The meatballs were soft and really tasty, and the tomato sauce was pretty good with chunks of tomato. The Bolognese was also good; particularly creamy and porky. The portions are also huge, and not that expensive. If we're in Roslindale, we'll probably come back (but try to make a reservation first!)

    Peppercorn steak and mashed potatoes

    Low key service which I love , food outstanding, ambience relaxing and nice. Short ride from Brookline.. we were able to get reservation on Saturday night 3 days prior

    A menu page featuring Italian pasta dishes, including ravioli, mushroom, shrimp, and sausage options, with prices and descriptions.
    Diem A.

    This restaurant was excellent! When we walked in, it was packed. The only 2 seats were at the bar. It was fun to watch the kitchen at work from the bar seating. The teamwork to prepare each dish was fascinating to witness. We ordered the caprese with prosciutto. It was delicious. The tagliatelle carbonara and bolognese were both amazing as well. We skipped dessert but would definitely come back here to try other dishes. The stuffed pork chop look really yummy as well. The portions were extremely generous. I had enough leftovers for another meal. The service was professional, friendly and attentive. 5/5 all around!

    Veal parm - A serving of baked penne pasta topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, garnished with herbs, on a white plate.
    Stephon M.

    The food was very delicious and far better than majority of the north end spots. Papperdelle, veal parm, chicken parm, chicken and shrimp pesto were all on point! The tiramisu was decent too..i would give it 3/5 Service was a little rough to start. Clearly it was a busy Friday night and they were backed up. ( we got seated 20 min after my reservation) Tableside service was good though when we got seated. Ambiance was decent as its a nice cozy restaurant

    Chicken parmigiana
    Deborah M.

    My husband likes to joke "We drove all the way from Texas to eat here!" We did drive from Texas, and I am glad we ate here. We are in town for work and will be here a few more months. We came directly after work, with my son and his gf, not knowing we needed a reservation. I was told about this place from a coworker and I hadn't checked Yelp. Friday night at 6:15 without a reservation. We walk in and are greeted by Stephen, who I later discover is the owner. He didn't make us feel bad (I already did for the inconvenience), but instead gave us a warm welcome, checked his dining area and his book, and promptly seated us, telling us to take all the time we need and enjoy ourselves. This is some of the best food I have ever put in my mouth. I had no idea calamari was so tender. The seafood, the sauce, the pasta, the bread, everything was amazing from start to finish. The atmosphere was welcoming. It was like a small neighborhood restaurant where everyone can talk over the dinner table. Everyone was eating, chatting, and smiling. Our server was prompt, polite, and knowledgeable. He did everything right. Delfino was one of the highlights of this trip and I will never forget it. I don't have a single complaint. Stephen made us feel welcome like family. Thank you Delfino.

    Open faced lobster ravioli

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    A diamond in the ruff It can be a little brighter inside for mode. Portions enough to share. No hard liquor just wine which is fine.

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    The food is Fantastic!!! Servings are very generous and prices are reasonable. It's one of our favorite restaurants in the Boston area.

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    My favorite restaurant in Boston. Its consistency of quality and value is out of the ordinary. I never had a bad meal at Delfino.....

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    FOOD, SERVICE, and AMBIANCE! Owner treated me with such great care! And my lamb was awesome!!! It's a must dine.

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    Love this place, very nice place to eat and enjoy the food there. Tory have a great menu and great food there.

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    Amazing food, so delicious and big portions! The best place in town for Italian cuisine!

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    Ask the Community - Delfino

    Are they temporarily closed?

    No. They are open during regular business hours Tuesday through Saturday, closed Sundays and Monday. They started doing to-go orders during COVID. The hours are limited for to-go orders.

    Does delfino's take reservations?

    Unfortunately, they don’t. We usually go on the early side, around 6 pm, and have always been able to get a table. Otherwise, they are still very good at turning tables fairly quickly, and although there is very little room to stand, your wait won’t… Read more

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    Delfino - italian - Updated May 2026

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