Absolutely delicious. We shared Arancini, I had the mare e month (lobster topped fillet served…read morewith mushroom and spinach risotto) and had amazing pistachio mousse for dessert. Friends ordered the salmon and mushroom ravioli and both really enjoyed their meals. Service was prompt, friendly and attentive. Not much to look at from outside nestled in a tight residential neighborhood with limited street parking but complimentary valet service. Going inside of the restaurant ,however, the space is much more upscale and very nice. Prices were what I would expect for an upscale menu of this quality with most entrees between $25 and $40. I look forward to returning!

Service was great, place is very cute but food was bad. Extra charge for homemade pasta. Calamari…read morewas so fried and tasteless. Homemade pasta had little flavor. Wish we went anywhere else

Food is fresh and delicious! We get the same dishes each time we go,spinach ravioli and ziti…read morePrimavera with marinara sauce for the vegan in the familÿ.

great pizza and other food, azlittle crowded sometimes and noisy but great reataurantread more

Arturo's may be a little pricey, but if you are looking for a reliable dining experience without…read moreventuring too far, they consistently deliver. They generally stick to the classics, but they do them well. All the seafood on the Frutti Di Mare, including the shrimp, calamari, scallops and muscles were tender and really well cooked. The tomato sauce was balanced - not spicy - and topped a nice portion of skinny linguine. You'll want to sop up any extra sauce with one their warm rolls. The interior was redecorated several years ago, but still feels fresh - a little reminiscent of a northern NJ Italian joint. Service was friendly and attentive, and we were very appreciative of the complementary dessert as we celebrated our anniversary.

We met some friends there for dinner. Everyone enjoyed their meals…read more Tim provided excellent service without being intrusive and is very knowledgeable regarding the wine choices

Came here for Italian food and this place did not disappoint! First of all, our waitress (maybe…read moreViola? Blonde lady) was amazing! throughout our stay, she made sure to help with baby by doing a little chitchat when she had the chance to. It definitely made us feel more welcomed, especially when being afraid to take a fussy baby in public. Thank you for that! Anyway, we ordered the calamari- it was light and delicious. Not too much batter which is good. I got the lobster ravioli. They were very thick and the ravioli was very chewy. They did not skimp on the lobster and I would recommend this dish! We also got the mushroom Pappardelle which was very flavorful. I'd come back again!

We were a party of 20 for a group dinner. The apps were fine nothing too memorable but the main…read morecourse was just ok. Nothing brilliant or something that has nothing to complain about. The eggplant was served on a bed of already roasted zucchini and carrots which didn't not blend well with this dish.

The best food and service! Chef Peppino is not only an incredible chef, but also an amazing owner…read more He personally comes around to greet each table! The service is always phenomenal, and it's great to see the same servers and bartenders every time we visit, it really says a lot about the restaurant and the team. Chef Peppino, Arbor and Brad, the bartender, are welcoming and so personable. The salads are always fresh and made with house-made dressings. The masala ravioli is absolutely wonderful and flavorful. There is no other restaurant that compares to that dish! The chocolate soufflé is definitely worth the wait. They also make their own limoncello, which is amazing! Delicious food, incredible hospitality, and a truly great dining experience!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was extremely disappointing and disheartening…read more We made a reservation a full day in advance and arrived on time. When we checked in, the hostess told us the only table available was a high-top by the bar. That would have been inconvenient for anyone, but my grandmother has advanced lung cancer and is very weak, so sitting at a high-top wasn't a reasonable option for her. We explained the situation and asked if there was anything they could do, but the response was essentially, "It's a rush, there's nothing we can do." We then asked to speak with a manager, and no manager ever came to speak with us. Instead a rude server basically telling us that it is what it is. I understand restaurants get busy, but if you accept reservations, you should have an appropriate table available when guests arrive. At the very least, I expected some empathy and a manager willing to discuss the situation. Instead, we felt dismissed. It wasn't just the seating issue. it was the lack of customer service and compassion that made this experience so disappointing. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this restaurant based on how we were treated to ANYONE.

Our favorite spot in the north end. Food is fresh, staff are engaging, and the place is perfect…read morefor date night, group dining or families.

Some restaurants serve great food…read more A few become part of your family's story. Eight years ago, we left Boston for Los Angeles. Of everything my daughter missed, there was one dish she talked about more than any other: the Penne Gorgonzola at Carmelina's. Not friends. Not the Red Sox. Not even Boston itself. The penne. We recently returned to work the Feast of Saint Joseph, and before we unpacked, before we did anything else, our first meal had to be at Carmelina's. The look on my daughter's face after that first bite was worth the trip. She ordered her long-awaited Penne Gorgonzola. I stuck with my longtime favorite, the Brasato. Then the friend we brought along ordered the Bolognese Fettuccine, and despite repeatedly calling it "bolo-ga-knees" and bleeding my ears, accidentally introduced me to my new favorite dish on the menu. The addition of whipped ricotta completely changes the bolognese, adding a richness I never knew it needed. We finished with limoncello, a very happy daughter, and the best kind of dinner bill... ...one paid by someone else. Is there a better ending? Eight years later, Carmelina's is still my favorite restaurant in Boston and comfortably sits among my top five restaurants anywhere in the country.

We were in the area and ready for dinner. Even though it was a Saturday night, we were able to…read moresecure a reservation at Alicante, which can be exceptionally busy on Friday and Saturday evenings. There was no valet service, and the parking lot was already full, but we found a street parking spot very close to the restaurant. We were seated immediately at a window table overlooking the pond, one of Alicante's nicest features. We've dined here many times over the years, although our last visit was disappointing due to sluggish service. Fortunately, this evening proved to be a return to form. Ice water, wine, and warm bread arrived almost immediately as our attentive three-person service team got us settled. While the evening specials were tempting, we opted for two longtime favorites from the regular menu: Piccata di Pollo - $27 Shrimp Scampi - $29 Total with wine and tax: $84.53 Our entrées arrived promptly, hot, and beautifully prepared. The chicken piccata was exceptionally tender, complemented by a bright, flavorful lemon-butter sauce. The shrimp scampi featured perfectly cooked shrimp in a classic butter and garlic sauce that was well-balanced and not over-seasoned. As always, the portions were generous--enough that some of the chicken accompanied us home. After one less-than-memorable visit, it was nice to see Alicante back at the top of its game. Excellent food, attentive service, and a beautiful setting make this a restaurant we look forward to visiting again. Tip: Even though Alicante is on Route 16, you can park along the road. Be careful exiting the driver side, it's a very busy road.

We hadn't been to Alicante's for quite a few years, we remembered how pretty the view of the lake…read morewas, so we made reservations. Well, the view was still nice, but the food and the service were terrible. Nothing-like-it-used-to-be!

Great food, friendly staff and it's a nice environment to eat. I'm a big fan of their meatballs &…read morechicken parm. If you're looking for quality food at a reasonable price then Bella's is a must try!

Food is average, TBH. The bruschetta was slices of tomato and cheese on a piece of bread, which is…read morethe laziest way to make an app and call it bruschetta. Bar has about 10 seats, usually not full so if you're looking for a quick drink and snack you should give it a try.