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La Scala Restaurant

3.4 (341 reviews)
ModerateItalian, Wine Bars
Open • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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What's the vibe?
Romantic
Classy
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Veal Piccata
Aimee M.

We visited as tourists, my boyfriend and his brother having been here in childhood. I got the veal piccata, as piccata is my favorite, and enjoyed it. It was a pretty strong flavor, but I liked it. I will say the artichokes were too strong for me and I passed on eating them. The side pasta was good and I enjoyed the red sauce. Our waitress was attentive and the restaurants was warm. Remember to bring cash if you come!

Linguine with shrimp and clams - lunch
Charisse ..

We visited La Scala as a recommendation from friends who live near by. We were a party of 9, all family. Some of us lived near by and others from other parts of the US. Making a reservation was easy and we were seated quickly and received our beverages, bread and butter shortly after sitting down. Our server was super kind and everyone received their orders without issues. She even had a couple of extra house salads for us for those who didn't have salad as part of their order. Food: I ordered the linguine with shrimp & clams in sauce. I think this has got to be the best linguine with clams (and shrimp) I have ever had. Garlicky, savory, and buttery. The shrimp and clams were tender and flavorful. The linguine a perfect al dente. I only give 4 stars because I also tried the meatballs and was not impressed. The meatballs lacked texture and was on the mushy side. Otherwise, we had a lovely experience.

Susan R.

My first time here. I've heard non-Italians describe the food as Boston quality--it's solidly good, but I'm not ready to commit to North End comparable. The interior is dark and Old World--hasn't changed since Sinatra was alive. ;) We were seated immediately because we arrived at 5pm. They only accept reservations for parties of 6+. CASH ONLY as well. Our server, Patty, was brusk but super friendly--as usual, so many restaurants understaffing, so these servers are hustling! Bread service is bread and butter (no dipping oil?) but I appreciate them offering it when so many places have discontinued the service. I had the veal/eggplant combo with a side salad (blue cheese) and enjoyed it with a glass of Chianti; my friend had the eggplant with side salad (house Italian). I was excited that real spumoni was on the dessert menu (with claret sauce and no silly chocolate shell coating). My friend, the ultimate cappuccino aficionado, was super disappointed to learn that La Scala does not use a real espresso machine and the push button option was not gonna cut it. La Scala serves family cooking that's well above average and I'd come back again to try other specialties.

Unacceptable for baked ziti. Not baked. No melted cheese on top.. Wasn't hot. Ready in +/-13 minutes.

Disappointing. I got a very popular dish. Simple. Baked ziti. It wasn't even fresh or hot like it came out of the oven. No melted cheese on top. Just ziti with sauce and cheese mixed in, thrown in a container. Ready in 13 minutes or less ??? And $30 US. Definitely not expected, from long standing "upscale " restaurant. It was edible but I could have made that at home. I don't think I'll be returning (photo) "Baked Zit"i (clearly not Baked. .no melted cheese on top, neither.)

Baked Ziti ...untouched ..(clearly not Baked.  .no melted cheese on top, neither.)

Disappointing. I got a very popular dish. Simple. Baked ziti. It wasn't even fresh or hot like it came out of the oven. No melted cheese on top. Just ziti with sauce and cheese mixed in, thrown in a container. Ready in 15 minutes or less ??? And $30 US. Definitely not expected, from long standing "upscale " restaurant. I could have made that at home. I don't think I'll be returning.

Chicken Exquisito
Thomas T.

The restaurant has ample parking in the front and rear of the buiding. This place is very popular with the locals and the ambience is classy and dated. Service is excellent and we loved our waitress. For the bread, definitely ask for the dipping sauce over the butter. It brings it to the next level. The oysters Rockefeller came out extremely hot and was an interesting appetizer. I got the chicken exquisito, it isn't something I would get again with the brandy taste strong for my tastes. The ravioli side that came with it was delicious and I'll get that as a meal next. The cannoli and spumoni were very good and is comparable to any good bakery. Cash Only, there's an ATM located in the restaurant.

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Great Italian food with a very nice atmosphere inside. Food is consistently good here and service is good.

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Excellent food & service. Affordable prices imho. We had pretty much every section of the menu

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