This is by far my favorite north end Italian restaurant. I travel into Boston for work and try to stay close by. I love the atmosphere, the staff and the food. Nothing disappoints. read more

My go to spot in the north end! I love what they have done with their outdoor patio space. The food is always delicious, I highly recommend starting with the meatball app it's my favorite. Also my favorite espresso martini!! Great atmosphere the staff is so friendly and welcoming. Can't recommend this place anymore!! read more

Massimino's - Fettucine Alfredo, espresso martini and Linguine Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is great!! The food was delicious, the portions were huge, friendly service and reasonable prices! There's lots of competition in the North End...don't miss this place!!! read more

Massimino's - Stella!! - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I don't think I have ever left a yelp review, but people deserve to know what they are getting themselves into by going to this restaurant. I would like to say maybe we were just there on an off day, but our table had some of the worst service I have ever had in my entire life. The waiter was friendly and somewhat attentive, but there were easily 5-6 staff just standing around doing ABSOLUTELY nothing. No one cleared out plates, it was impossible to get a napkin or silverware and forget about getting a drink. We got seated at our table and it took 25 minutes on the dot for someone to even say hello to us. Furthermore, a busboy (on accident) spilled water all over my boyfriend and instead of a "I'm so sorry" he walked away and didn't return with napkins, more water or anything else. The icing on the cake was when the bartender made the wrong drink and I let the waiter know politely and he proceeded to SNIFF my drink to see if I was telling the truth instead of rectifying the issue. The environment was also horrifying - it felt like a wet, smelly, dirty, basement. We sat down with liquid all over the floor and long pieces of spaghetti everywhere. While the Chicken Marsala was delicious (won't take away from what was good), my dinner mates were NOT pleased with their dishes. The "layered eggplant" was two small piece of eggplant with a small side of pasta. ABSOLUTELY NOT WORTH $32. The red pasta sauce was tangy and so salty. I can't say this enough - do not go here. Not worth the service, environment or price. I left feeling upset and like I needed to go take a shower. read more

I love a restaurant that has character, friendly and engaging staff, that treats you like your part of the family. If you like that too, PLUS home-made authentic Italian cuisine, then this is the place to go. The pasta is unbelievably fresh, the sauces are to die for, the Barolo wine selections are fantastic and their charcuterie boards are out of this world! read more

Service was terrible and food was mediocre. Why would chicken piccata come with a side of pasta with red sauce?????? read more

Massimino's - Chicken Piccata - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Don't bother with reservations. We came from out of town and were told "the owner lets the app overbook." Not the host or servers fault but absolutely ridiculous that you expect to have a table and one isn't set aside. The North End is always busy but I've never had this horrible experience before. Will never visit this place again. read more

The food was amazing. I liked the noodles. They were able to accommodate all of my needs(I'm a picky eater). It was a small little Italian place. It was very welcoming. And my server was amazing. I was eating out with a party of six and all of our entrées were out in no time. The portions were humongous. I am very impressed and highly recommend this place. I will definitely be coming back. (*my 10 year old wrote this and she's not wrong!) we had a great lunch with such great service and food. Thank you for your hospitality! read more

food was not good. It was a weekday night back in early June. I ordered take-out for Shrimp and Clams linguine and eggplants appetizer. Eggplants smelled really bad and seemed to be rotten. No shrimp in linguine. unbelievable. the waitress is friendly though. It was a business trip so I didn't have time to request a refund. read more

Greatest italian restaurant in New England, the Northeast, the US, NorthAmerica and the Americas. The pasta, the service, the ambient, the esspreso all tasted amazing... New York's little Italy moved north to Boston... A must on your next visit to Bostonia... really close to the TD Garden.... and don't forget the cannoli read more

This is the worst "North End" Italian restaurant that I've ever been to. Although seated at exactly our reservation time, we felt very rushed once seated. Two of the 6 of us ordered the special Ribeye with Lobster tail. Ribeye was thin and tough and lobster tail was over done and dry. Paid $40 for those dishes- SO NOT WORTH IT! Others ordered veal parm, chicken carbonara, and lamb. All just okay. There are so many restaurants in the North End- skip this one!! read more

The food was nice and the service was spectacular! Quite crowded the day I visited because some folks were having dinner before the Celtic game, but the owner and waiter were still very attentive! read more

Massimino's - The Chicken Parmigiana was good. And the service was nice and lovely. - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best Italian food in the north end. Service and owners very nice and the ambiance is great too.

good portions and taste. the service was great, and food was out within 15 minutes of ordering. read more

Massimino's - fusilli bolognese. - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

After attending an evening social networking event, my friend and I decided to grab some dinner. We started to walk over towards the North End since my friend really wanted some Italian food. I was a bit tired, so I suggested we stop at the first Italian ristorante we spotted, which happened to be Massimino's Cucina Italiana. Since it was around 8PM on a weeknight, we were seated immediately in the extremely cozy, but intimate dining room and given some big menus to look over. We were also given some bread and oil with spices and garlic for dipping. For an appetizer, we started out with an Antipasto Salad served on a wood board, which had fresh mixed greens in a tasty dressing with cheeses, chewy prosciutto, olives, artichokes, and vine ripe tomatoes, very good overall. For dinner, I had the Fettucini Primavera which was piled with fresh sauteed vegetables & garlic, oil, and a very rich tomato cream sauce on a bed of firm pasta noodles. My friend ordered the Gnocchi Massimino, which soft potato dumplings sauteed with garlic, onions, and Pecorino romano cheese, a very filling dish. Since we filled up on the appetizer and bread, we had our food boxed to go. We passed on dessert since we needed to head back to NH very soon. Overall, we enjoyed a very good Italian dinner with prompt and informative service. We would definitely return again to Massimino's and we did pick a good time for dinner when it wasn't busy. read more

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I had my post Marathon dinner here. We were just walking around and if course every place was packed in the North End (and we didn't have reservations). We stumbled upon this small restaurant and it wasn't crowded. We wanted to give it a try. We started with the bruschetta- yummy!!! Then we had the ribeye and lobster tail - oh wow! Delicious! Of course we had to end the meal with the cannolis! If you're in the area, definitely give this place a try - it's a small, family owned business. The service was on point and it ended up being a great night! read more

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The food was a joke. Sent my lamb back twice and had 2 bites. Was charged full for it. Had to go up to the "owners cousins" and bargain to get the lambs off. There were 6 lambs ordered (all under cooked and un touched) he only comp 2!! I would highly not recommend. Wish there was a 0 star option read more

Simply the best! You have to try this place. There are too many things on the menu and on special that are great. If you want a great experience and delicious food, Massimino's should be on your list of go to places. read more

I've been here a few times and I've also ordered it for delivery. Usually pretty good food. Service has always been a little slow. The gnocchi massimino is inconsistent (under or over cooked gnocchi). Today, however, we were there to celebrate a job advancement. We were seated and given bread. Then we were ignored for 25 minutes before giving up and leaving. They weren't even busy. read more

Two words: awful establishment. I would give them zero stars if that were an option. We had a 7:45 reservation and once we arrived, we were told that it would be an hour until our table was ready. When we expressed our frustration, the staff was extremely rude and even proceeded to argue with us. We would have stayed if we had been offered free drinks or an appetizer during our wait, but we decided to leave because it didn't feel appropriate to give them our business at that point. Avoid this restaurant unless you are in the mood to fight or want to feel like waiting for a table an hour past your reservation. read more

The service at this place was beyond terrible. My kids were excited to take me to dinner for my birthday, they made a reservation in advance. When we checked in the owner told us it would be a couple miniutes that they were just clearing a table. Place is small, so they left us waiting outside in the rain. We checked back 15 min later they said something should be ready soon. We waited outside about an hour, the owner or a hostess was no where to be found. We finally asked one of the waitress "How much longer she thought it would be?" She later returned to tell us it would be at least another half hour. In the meantime a large group of guys appreared to be friends with the owner, walked in with no reservation and were seated immediately. I told the waitress it would of been nice if someone told us when we checked in that they were over booked and we would of considered going to another restaurant down the street. It which we did and had an ourstanding dinner! Stick to Hanover Street the service is much better! These people could care less. read more

Our first time at Massaminos but we come to the north end all the time. The food was the BOMB , desert knocked me out and the waiter BRENT was the best. He was superb, so good he was entertainment! Can't wait to come back. Arthur read more

We dined here on a Saturday night and it was a nice spot. I had the cucina alla italia and the fettuccini Alfredo and both were so good! The first dish came with a side of penne and sauce but the menu didn't say it came with anything. We were in and out in 45 minutes and the food was really good! The bathroom was a single and it was kind of gross. read more

Was looking for a local place to eat when my daughter and I wandered into a hidden gem bakery and they gave us directions to this AMAZING place. It was so freaking good. I wish I had more time in Boston to eat there 10 more times. read more

Massimino's - Veal Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Quite an enjoyable place. The dish called the "Virginia" contained veal, wrapped around some ham, accompanied with sauce of grape tomatoes and artichokes. The dish was somewhat heavy and a bit too rich, but ultimately yummy. The linguini with calamari tasted excellent. The texture of the calamari was very soft and chewy; it's much appreciate that the calamari was not too tough! The red wine sauce gave the dish a nice complex flavor. The salad appetizer contrasted nicely with the main courses. The Caesar dressing was none too thick, or salty or rich. My only complaint, actually was the bread! A bit too tough or dry; would have wished it was more homemade. Seems to be a nice North End Italian-American place! read more

The food was pretty good overall. The star of the show was Nonnas meatball. Honestly, it is the best meatball I have ever had. I could have eaten just one meatball and not dinner. You have to eat this...just know it is $25 per meatball. It was divine, but it was quite pricey. The service was exceptional. read more

Came for Christmas Eve dinner. Reservations with a toddler. Great seats in basement with room, TV and good service. The drink list is nice with several specialty drinks, wine and beer. The meatball appetizer (their calling card) is amazing and highly recommended. It's large enough for 2 people. Everyone enjoyed their Italian dishes. They have a large list of specials every night that's not on their menu. My only complaint is I ordered Little Necks with Linguini. My dish came with calamari and squid. Yuck for me! I had to wait to get server. He insisted it was correct order not calamari but said he would check with the chef. Moments later returned and said I was right they were making me correct Dish. They did, but everyone at the tAble had finished their meal. Mine was so hot, I was having to wait to eat. I ended up taking it in a to go box. When I got back to the hotel there were no utensils in the bAg to eat - sadly has to trash it. The restaurant made no effort to do anything other than pack it to go on Christmas Eve. It was a very expensive meal I did not enjoy. Others at the table were Satisfied with theirs. Had they brought me another glass of wine to enjoy while i waited, there may have been 4 stars. read more

Had a glass of vino in the cellar. Met Paul the owner and he was amazing. Shared a little of the family story. They have menus but ask for the chefs favorite. Frank and Francesca in the cellar were INCREDIBLE! There was a head guy who was obviously the leader - I think Phillipe or something like that. He was rude to the other staff, he hovered over people and even complained about not making money - the younger team members said "tonight man - we will be fine after tonight". I gave only four stars not because of the food or the ownership - but literally this one guy. If I owned the place - I'd promote Francesca who is young over that older man!!!!! read more

This level of food and service may have cut it 10-15 years ago, but in the current Boston food scene it's so not worth it. The wine was watery, the bruschettas were just rough chopped tomatoes on bread. The tortellini was supposed to be cheesy, and it was, but in a bad way. The cheese wasn't even melted properly... Some dishes were mostly just burnt onions. For the price, there are dozens of restaurants in Boston that can do a lot better. read more

My goodness we had good food! I had the tagliatella con burrata and my boyfriend had the lobster ravioli. The atmosphere, the staff (Carlo), the humor (Carlo), and the food was top notch. Definitely will be back soon! 4 thumbs way up! read more

Massimino's - Lobster ravioli - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This place was pure chaos. Every staff person we encountered was rude, and we were forgotten about after we were seated for almost 30 min. Once we finally got our food it was decent, but we would have liked drink refills to go with it - that never happened because our waitress basically disappeared never to be seen again. At one point the owner showed up, but he was more interested in schmoozing with some wealthy looking patrons than helping out his overwhelmed staff. There are much better choices in the North End - go elsewhere. read more

Massimino's is an experience that will make you go home and binge watch The Godfather and then fall into a blissful food coma. This is the kind of place that makes you wonder, am I eating the best possible version of this meal that I've ever had? We stopped by Massimino's on a recommendation from a friend and we were promised authenticity and a meal we wouldn't forget. This little gem is tucked away in a neighborhood in a building that must be over 100 years old. The limited seating provides an intimate atmosphere and the staff can recite the menu off of memory. My meal was absolutely fantastic, homemade meatballs and ricotta as our appetizer followed by stuffed veal. Everything was tender, well seasoned, and fresh. Their recommended way to finish off the meal was a plate of house made cannolis, one of the best desserts I've had in months. If you are in Boston and need some authenticity and a meal to remember I recommend a night out to Massimino's. read more

Massimino's - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've never tasted anything so horrible in my life. The food was cold. It was in an upside condition when I received it and tasted terrible. What a waste of time and money. Im very surprised that this restaurants quality has fallen to such low standards. At one time no restaurant could compare with Massiminos. Not only did I feel cheated out of my money and unsatisfied, I'm truly saddened and disappointed. I guess they will be another one of the good restaurants to mark off the list. So unfortunate . It was always a place to get excited about before you were going and you would make sure you brought as many people with you as you could to enjoy the amazing food experience they provided. So so sad....I guess nothing is forever. read more

Every time I come home to Boston, I make sure to stop in for some fresh gnocchi- though I switch which kind of sauce I get. Everything is always delicious, and you feel like family. A real north end experience. read more

Massimino's - Italian Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Made a reservation hours in advance. When we got there, they put us at a table that was halfway into the kitchen. I asked if they could sit us somewhere else. "This is all we have right now". I heard good things. Too bad they alienated us before we even sat down. Can't comment on the food because we left, but when you take the time and effort to reserve in advance, and they seat you pretty much in the kitchen, that's just low class. read more

This was the second time we have eaten at Massimino's. Our last meal here was amazing and the memory of the salty, vinegar-y tang of the banana peppers in the calamari still haunted my taste buds after almost three years! I was not disappointed. Still delicious! This time, we also ordered a "Nonna's Meatball". Really good decision. The meatball is amazing and could certainly stand on its own, but let's go ahead and gild that lily! Accompanying your carne is a sizeable mound of gorgeous homemade ricotta cheese. Yum!! My husband took one bite, looked at me, blinked slowly, said "life-changing". Then closed his eyes and went into a sort of mini food coma. Service here is genuine and heartfelt, the bar pours generously, and anything you order will be fantastic. What are you waiting for? read more

I like this restaurant very much but this visit wasn't as great as I remember. Quaint, casual, comfortable vibe. Waitress great! Great house wines. Calamari appetizer was tasty and not overly breaded but a bit chewy. Chicken parm solid choice. Pasta with broccoli, shrimp and chicken was a miss. The chicken was slightly breaded and not flavorful, like it needed salt. Shrimp was bland as well. Sauce tasted flour-y. Shrimp scampi was good. Still a great place but careful what you order. read more

Attention Boston Marathoners! Do not go. We were so excited to celebrate but regret it. The food was okay but the service ruined it. The way the employees spoke to each other was impatient and unkind to the point we were uncomfortable. We had a big group (family not party) and spent plenty of money. Then out of the blue they told us they needed the table for the next reservation before we even were offered dessert! We asked if we could get dessert and they said NO and I thought they were kidding. They were not. Don't waste your money or time! Celebrate somewhere else! read more

Disorganized when trying to get seated. There was a crowd of people waiting right outside the door and no host to seat reservations. We had a reservation for 7:15 and weren't seated until 7:40 or so. The waitress was very kind and apologetic, however. The food came out cold and just wasn't anything to write home about. read more

Great food! Family atmosphere! You would think you are one of the family! Enjoy the bread and wine but the food is authentic!