Walked in and immediately felt welcomed--the staff couldn't have been friendlier. We grabbed seats at the bar, and the bartender was absolutely fantastic. I had an espresso martini with a delicious rim that really set the tone for the night. We started with the little necks, and the broth was incredible--easily one of the best versions of this dish I've had, and it's something we order often. I couldn't pass up the grilled octopus since it's a favorite of mine whenever it's on a menu, and this one was cooked perfectly--tender, flavorful, and just right. My husband ordered the steak with egg, and it was cooked to perfection. He's from the Azores, so we can be pretty particular about Portuguese food, but this place truly exceeded our expectations. We'll definitely be back. read more

Libertine North End - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We chose this fusion Portuguese Italian because it was 99% gluten free and with my son having celiac every now and then you want to go somewhere where he can indulge in everything. Loved the deep fried calamari and meatballs which he can never order anywhere else. Hubby had the scallop risotto and I had the burrata and my son the lobster carbonara (not very authentic as it had cream and peas instead of pancetta, eggs and pecorino) which he really enjoyed. Service was wonderful and friendly read more

Libertine North End - Fried Calamari & Octopus - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The best gluten free food in the North End. The pastas are great but this time we split a bunch of the appetizers. Everything was incredible and the service was great, per usual. read more

Libertine North End - MEATBALLS, cheese curds, side salad, French fries - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Setting was very nice and staff was nice too. The bread was a kind of sandwich bread, more of the kind you would find in a casual diner not in an Italian restaurant in the North End. The chicken parm sandwich was a good portion and checked all the boxes. The chicken was a bit tough and chewy though and the sandwich bread did not hold very well. My friends burger also came very charred which wasn't great. Overall it was fine and very efficient but I think there are other places in the area with better pricing and food quality. read more

Libertine North End - Chicken parm sandwich - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I visited Libertine on a Wednesday evening. There were other customers there, but it wasn't too crowded. I ordered the caldo verde with a side of grilled chicken, while my friend got a caesar salad with a side of salmon. I liked the interior decor & appreciated the complimentary bread served with balsamic vinegar & olive oil. The staff was also friendly & accommodating. read more

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We loved everything about this. My husband is Portuguese and we had a lot of fun, trying some favorite dishes and having some great wine and beer. Server Maeve was wonderful, and we got there right at the correct time Before the rush so everything went super smoothly. read more

Libertine North End - Little Necks with Chorizo... The broth was so good. I wish we had more bread. - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

First of all... having a menu that is 98% gluten free is just awesome!! Not to mention the fact that the food and service is amazing! Such a quaint warm atmosphere with the most delightful wait staff. Our server was Carlo. He was incredibly professional yet warm and personable. He was very informative and very well versed on ingredients on the menu. I ordered the tagliatelle funghi which was gluten free and amazing! I was even served warm bread with olive oil... do yourself a kindness and have dinner here! read more

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Libertine has everything it needs to be a great place, but it needs some work. We walked in just to grab a couple drinks and a bite while we were in the area. We didn't have a reservation but we were able to grab a seat at the bar. The bar is big and comfortable, some tvs for games and bartenders are very friendly. The beer was good. The espresso martini was not very good. We've tried a lot in the area and Boston in general, and this one was bottom of the barrel. It was also a lot darker than most we've had, so not sure what made it so bad. The fried calamari was only that: fried calamari. It didn't taste like it was seasoned and lacked flavor. Very disappointing. We didn't have a full dinner and try a variety of dishes. I have a lot of hope that this place could be great. It's a great location, good space, and good service. read more

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Great gluten free experience here! I loved having my own bread and dip and being able to order from an extensive list of appetizers and entrees. read more

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Excellent restaurant. Serves both Italian and Portuguese food - the 2 best cuisines. Incredible service, great location, and a cool vibe. Will definitely be back. read more

Great selection of gluten free apps and entrees. No gluten free bread. The Brussels sprouts were great. The meatballs were tasty and large. The gnocchi and pasta were good. The staff were helpful. The building was a classic old building. read more

Boston has some popular places and sadly we couldn't get a reservation at Carmelina's so we diverted to this restaurant. The seafood was all cooked well, octopus dish, scallops, lobster. The octopus appetizer was cooked to perfection with an interesting flavor profile with some hints of sweetness but felt the seasoning on all the dishes wasn't evenly distributed. The veal piccata was overly lemony for my taste but veal was tender. Some of the pasta was just a little undercooked of al dente. The lobster carbonara was probably the best prepared and flavored dish. Second up was the truffle tagliatelle had a great sauce for the pasta. The fried oyster appetizer tasted a little too much like the ocean, meaning it didn't seem too fresh. The scallop risotto dish was really good. Overall, a decent meal for little Italy. Server was attentive. read more

Libertine is a Portuguese-Italian fusion restaurant and a must try for those who eat gluten-free! The menu is advertised as 98% gluten-free (with the exception of ravioli dishes, such as the lobster ravioli). Libertine has a generous drink selection which includes port wines, hard seltzers, mocktails, and of course gluten-free beers... on top of the standard beer, wine and cocktail selection. Each appetizer at Libertine can be made gluten-free. My table opted to go with the choco frito (fried Portuguese style cuddle fish). The cuddle fish themselves were lightly breaded and perfectly fried, and served with a garlic sriracha aioli. Ideally there could have been a few more pieces of cuddle fish for the $23 price tag, but it was filling enough as an appetizer. For main dishes, I ordered the lobster tail ravioli (non gluten-free) and my companion ordered the lobster tail carbonara, a gluten-free dish. Both dishes came out hot and in decently sized portions (not too small, but not big enough to take home for leftovers). The lobster ravioli came with six large ravioli. Both the ravioli and the lobster tail carbonara came in a creamy sauce filled with surprise chunks of lobster claw, which were cooked to an enjoyable and flaky consistency. The service at Libertine was friendly and the food came out in a reasonable time. Our server offered us dessert at the close of our meal, though we did not have any more room and declined to see the dessert menu. The check total was what I expected for Italian dining in the North End. There were a few other dishes on the menu that caught my eye and I'd like to try next time I am at Libertine, such as the grilled octopus, chouriço bombeiro, meatballs, and gnocchi sorrentina. read more

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Was in Boston wife's first time so we had to hit the north end for Italian. We were there for lunch so not a lot of places are opened for lunch so we stopped in. The inside was with the typical Italian decor but it had air conditioning which was nice walking in the heat. We started with the fired calamari which I am lucky my wife ate since she is not a huge seafood person but it was delicious. I had Mariscada which had a very good taste and the dish was overall was different and delicious. My wife had the ravioli and she said it was very good The owner was great and she kept checking in on us and kept our glasses full. If I am ever back in Boston I will hit this place up again. read more

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Went here with my friend recently who is celiac and we had a great experience! We had a reservation and were seated immediately (a rare experience in north end!). She got a mocktail and loved it, I got a spritz which was also delicious. We got the mozzarella curds as our appetizer which were great, the aioli was great with them. My friend was super happy as she hasn't had fried food in years being celiac. For our entrees, she got the chicken parm and loved it (it was huge). I got the funghi tagliette and it was so good! I loved the truffle cream sauce- I could have drank it. We definitely overate and were in a food coma afterwards which is a testament to how good it was, and my friend didn't get glutened which was a big win. All of our food came out in good time too, which is another rarity for north end. There also wasn't any overwhelming music playing so we were able to hear each other perfectly fine. Will definitely be back! read more

Libertine North End - Funghi tagliette - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I had a great experience here. Had the gluten free chicken parm and was able to get calamari gluten free, and a cocktail, all very delicious. My boyfriend got the lobster pasta. I would go back again! Service was great. read more

Libertine North End - Gluten free calamari - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Everything about Libertine is amazing. It is easy to find in the North End. They have many gluten free options (everything on the menu except ravioli can be made GF). The service was amazing, knowledgeable, efficient, and kind. The vibe in there is so fun, it is industrial yet cozy. It was decorated for Christmas but not over the top. We each had amazing food. I had gluten free bolognese and my partner had gluten free chicken parmesan. I don't remember a time I've enjoyed pasta so much or that it has tasted so nice. Also, the gluten free bread for dipping at the beginning, that was the icing on the cake. read more

Libertine North End - North End Chicken Parmigiana with gluten free pasta - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Food was fabulous! Absolutely loved the lobster carbonara! Lobster was cooked to perfection and the homemade pasta was delicious. Would go back and eat this again and again! My friend is Gluten Free and Dairy Free, and the chef came out to speak with her personally to help decipher what would be best. They decided on seared scallops and a vegan risotto prepared especially for her. She loved it. Just to note: all the pasta here is GF. The staff is knowledgeable and happy to help! GF bread options as well. I had the tiramisu as well which they comp'd because it was the last piece and wasn't the normal full-size. It was also amazing. Ambience was loud and tables were close together. Dressy or casual attire is fine here. Highly recommend for the food, and go at an off time if you want a quieter experience. read more

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First thing first ... I been coming to the North End to eat and drink for years ... I enjoy and love many restaurants and cafes the area .. BUT.... The Libertine located at 125 Salem St is the TRUTH!!! The ambiance inside is great ... The drinks (Old Fashion) and the (Grinch drink) were perfectly balanced. Maybe the best Old Fashion I ever had... definitely the best one I had in the North End. I posted the food we order and enjoyed and I promise you will be extremely happy with everything that is dropped on your table .... The owners Arlene and John were the perfect host moving from table to table greeting the guests making sure everyone was happy and satisfied with their meal.. Portuguese and Italian cuisine smoothly intertwined makes for a truly unique mouthwatering experience.. .....Aproveitar read more

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We had a very nice birthday dinner for the husband who has celiac. 98% of the menu is or can be gluten free. The feature Italian and Portuguese cuisine so nothing can go wrong. The veal parm is amazing. The fresh pasta is delicious. The meatballs are some of the best i have ever had!! The sauce is delicious. Throw in a chorizo bombiero because who doesnt like fire?! Other people at the table enjoyed the burger, gluten free pasta dishes and seafood. read more

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Very disappointed with our takeout order. We got French fries and a salad with chicken, but the chicken was completely undercooked, and the fries were soggy--even though we picked it up right after ordering. When I called, the manager said we could get a refund if we brought the food back. Since it was inedible, we had already thrown it away, to which she responded, "I'm sure you can take it out of the trash." Incredibly rude and condescending. We used to love the drinks here, but after this experience, we're never coming back. To top it off, the total was $45! Then she responded in a really rude way to the google review I made. read more

Libertine North End - Her response was rude. Why would I need to prove something to her if she was genuinely wanting to make it right - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The Service and Atmosphere is great . People are very outgoing, friendly and welcoming. A+ customer service , especially at the bar ! The owner's have doe a fabulous job at creating a great - fun environment where employees love their jobs and it shows in the customer service. The food is awesome too.... Thank You ! read more

Such great customer service. Lucas is the best bartender. Burrata was great. Bread came with Portuguese olive oil which was INCREDIBLE!! read more

Libertine North End - Burrata - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had a great meal! Gluten free options all over them menu and our server Carlos was tremendous! He was accommodating, had great recommendations of both food and wine!! Food was amazing! Highly recommend the carbonara, meatballs, and the octopus was the best I've ever had!! Very cute restaurant, enjoyed the ambiance and the location was prime read more

Libertine North End - Octopus - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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If I could give 10 stars I would. First off you can get your food gluten free except for the ravioli, they just can't. The bread they serve can be gf as well as their pastas. I got the lobster carbonara and it is to die for!! I also got a side of asparagus-sautéed and presented with some balsamic vinegar. They also serve seasonal cocktails and the bar tenders are wonderful. I would come back to Boston Just For This Restaurant! Everyone is friendly and kind. I am dining alone but they are treating me so well. And the part that seals the deal... the owner is here, watching both the kitchen and the dining room/bar. Attention to detail and pride shows in every way. Thank you for a delicious dinner, for being so kind and welcoming you have truly made my short trip to Boston read more

Libertine North End - The seasonal cocktail menu - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came on a Saturday and sat at the bar right away. About 20 min later it was standing room only. The bartenders were amazing. I had the pistachio martini and my friend had the Portuguese Spritz... both very good! I ordered the gnocchi and she ordered the bolognese- absolutely delicious! read more

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My friend and I stopped into this little restaurant last week. Surprisingly there was hardly anyone in there. The waiter was super nice and attentive. We ended up just getting a drink each and the charcuterie board. I wish we would have ate dinner here too since the quality of the food was excellent. It was a cute little place. I'd definitely go back again! read more

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Delicious food and helpful and knowledgeable servers, especially if you have dietary restrictions or allergies. I can't eat gluten or dairy, but almost the whole menu had options for me! Great gluten free pasta. The table next to us also had a lot of allergies and the server was really accommodating. Gluten-free and dairy-free Italian food is a rare find and treat for me, and Libertine did not disappoint. read more

amazing gluten free options! our waitress was so accommodating to my allergies will come here every time i'm back in the north end! read more

Libertine North End - gluten free bread! - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Love libertine! Our go to spot in the north end for after dinner drinks. Food is also delish! Love the bar atmosphere and staff are very friendly. Recommend their espresso martini or seasonal sugar cookie martini. Hubby loves their smoked old fashioned. read more

Libertine North End - Espresso martinis - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This is hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in the North End! Not only is the pasta fresh and bursting with flavor, but they also serve Super Bock, adding a unique touch to the dining experience. With its cozy atmosphere and incredible service, this place is an absolute must-visit. I hung out with Eleanor at the bar and also want to add that the bathrooms are impeccable, which means the kitchen must be as well. This place is a must go to. read more

Libertine North End - Alexis with the owner of the restaurant. Great family. - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Any Italian restaurant in the north end is held at high standards. Libertine is a good place to go if you're looking for a quick pasta fix that doesn't have the lines of the other restaurants. The food is pretty good, though a bit overpriced. You can expect each pasta dish to be in the mid-$30 area. The service is a bit slow, but it was pretty crowded when we were there. I recommend their chicken parm, it's crispy but not dry. read more

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Awesome first time experience !! Great drinks mixed with the a warm atmosphere, delious food and great friends made the day memorable

A nice little spot we stopped in for some sips and snacks. Crowded, so popular, but the folks here were very accommodating to these out-of-towners (in town for the Head of the Charles rowing events). The drinks were all very well made, and the couple of IPA's recommended were really good in this beer drinker's opinion. We chomped on some calamari, oysters and bacon wrapped scallops...yum! Great place! Popular for good reason! read more

Had the chicken parm, chicken was delicious. Pasta was definitely underwhelming. Service was great!

The food here was fantastic. Ordered the grilled octopus starter, the Shrimp Mozambique, and Pappardelle Bolognese. They were all delicious. The grilled octopus had a wonderful texture (firm but not rubbery) and was served with several distinct sauces, which all complemented with each other. For the Shrimp Mozambique, my initial concern that the shrimp sauce would make the french fries too soggy was quickly dispelled. Instead, it was a great combination as the french fries incorporated the strong shrimp flavor wonderfully. The Bolognese carried great flavors highlighted with a tomato taste. Libertine has become one of my favorite North End restaurants! read more

Was really excited to give this place a try as it came highly recommended by some gluten free creators and find me gluten free but it was overall very disappointing. The pasta was overcooked, the sauce was watery and not flavorful, and I'm pretty sure the bread for the table was cut up udis hamburger buns. For Italian in the north end we expected a lot more. Our server was curt and barely took the time to get our orders and service was slow. The one bright side was the absolutely fantastic singer who came through. Overall, just really basic food. You'd be better off finding an Italian spot that has fewer gluten free options but that does them well. read more

Don't let off Hanover St scare you....legit family owned Portuguese Italian restaurant..don't miss it for a cocktail or fantastic dinner! read more

Libertine North End - Local owner is the best!! - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A newer restaurant in the North End - roomy, modern feel with a 5* Cacio e Pepe. Felt like we were eating on the streets of Rome while feasting on this dish! Very friendly and helpful local staff, sharing stories, recommendations on their city and just making your feel welcomed! Stop on in and enjoy a glass on wine with your Cacio e Pepe! Then meander through this neighborhood to soak in what you can. read more

Libertine North End - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Considering the small menu and price point we were hoping to blown away, or at least enjoy it. Chicken piccata was a joke, everything except my beer - which I think was in a can - was uninspired and even NOT good. Atmosphere was OK I guess, very slow considering almost no one was there except one other couple. Spend your money somewhere else. read more