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    Nicola's Ristorante

    4.3 (123 reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Intimate
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Duck perfection!
    Donna P.

    Great food, perfect service from Katie. There were 8 of us. We enjoyed the duck, seafood pasta, steak, mushroom soup, wedge and beet salads, the snails, meatballs, fabulous Cannoli and great mixed drinks - great way to celebrate my birthday!

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    Paul B.

    Travel a lot. Aside from the North End Italian restaurants, of which there are many, and other fine eateries, Nicola's is about as good as it gets. Beautiful "old school Sinatra style" ambiance, decor, great wine selection and impeccable Italian inspired dishes. Service was also impeccable. Can't remember the pretty young ladies name who waited on me, believe it may have started with an "A"? You'll recognize her w the nose ring and sweet smile. I'll be back - if business brings me back to Springfield. Bon Apetit!

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    Lincoln A.

    I had a great experience this evenings at Nicola's from the service to the food. I noticed immediately the quiet and soothing environment as everything is very well set up and spaced out nicely. I felt I was able to focus on my table and meal very well without some of the usual distractions that restaurants can have.

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    One of my favorite restaurants. Great happy hour also. The food is always spectacular. Try it, you will love it!

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    4 years ago

    A phenomenal atmosphere, food, and service. Had a wonderful time on a date with great wine and conversation. Highly recommend.

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    4 years ago

    Limited menu but great food , wine and atmosphere, upscale though and expensive so I think we'll save this place just for special occasions

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    5 years ago

    Chicken Kiev amazing and The risotto when they have it Great wine selection love this place one of my favorites you can't go wrong

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    4 years ago

    Poor service and over priced food. Spend 12 minutes waiting for my sever. The food was bland and not authentic.

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    My wife and I have been to all the Italian restaurants in Springfield. This one is the absolute best!

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    7 years ago

    Nice romantic atmosphere. Good food. Try the lamb rack. But a bit over seasoned and slow service.

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    4.3(214 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    3.3(152 reviews)
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    We enjoyed a fresh, hot, tasty buffet. So happy to find toasted ravioli. Dessert was a yummy mixed…read moreberry crepe, a mini canoli and creme brulee cake. It was a good value and a good selection.

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