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    4.4 (82 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Mozzarella and tomato   Caprese salad
    Joseph P.

    Went scopa for the first time. Small inside but the food was very good parking out back and great service and fresh food made to order. Excellent restaurant. It's a must try

    What a lovely view! Choose the outdoor dining.
    Megan F.

    After walking though North Boston and smelling all the delicious aromas of homemade food, we knew we wanted to fit an authentic Italian restaurant into our itinerary during our roadtrip tour of the northeast U.S. The problem: We did not want to deal with finding parking in North Boston, nor did we want to wait for a table as we had already wasted many hours waiting in lines during a long holiday weekend. So we entered Scopa into our Google maps and made our way to this delicious restaurant on our way back into Boston. We are so glad we did. It was the best meal we had over five days and in three different states. Plus--easy parking and no wait times! The food was outstanding. You can taste the quality. The fettuccine is made in house. I enjoyed chicken Parmesan and my daughter had the chicken piccata which was fresh and lemony. The service was excellent, and the view was even better. It is located in a quiet neighborhood overlooking a waterfront that I definitely wasn't expecting. If I lived in Boston, it would be worth the drive to eat here.

    Maria M.

    Scopa - A North Shore Italian Gem 829 Boston St, Lynn, MA 01905 You don't need to head into Boston's North End to get top-notch Italian food -- the North Shore is bringing the heat, and Scopa in Lynn proves it. This cozy spot delivers authentic flavors, homemade pasta, and hearty portions that rival any city favorite. APPETIZERS Prosciutto Rollatini - 8/10 If you're not usually a fan of raw prosciutto, don't write this one off just yet. Scopa wraps fresh basil, roasted red peppers, and provolone in thinly sliced prosciutto, then tops it with a rich balsamic reduction. While raw prosciutto isn't my go-to, this was balanced and well-executed. Calamari Fritti - 8/10 Crispy, fresh, and paired with hot cherry peppers and a house-made spicy marinara that hits just right. These were golden and light--not greasy--making them a great start to the meal. ENTRÉES Orecchiette with Sausage - 10/10 This dish blew me away. The sweet Bianco sausage was packed with flavor and perfectly balanced with the light marinara, fresh spinach, and basil oil. The fresh orecchiette pasta soaked up every bit of sauce, making each bite rich and satisfying. Chicken Parmigiana with Angel Hair Pasta - 9/10 A classic done nearly perfectly. The chicken was tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, topped with gooey mozzarella and a tangy marinara. The only critique? Slightly oily. Still, this was one of the best chicken parms I've had in a while. Final Thoughts: Scopa is proof that great Italian food isn't just found in Boston's North End. With fresh ingredients, homemade pasta, and generous portions, this Lynn gem is worth the trip. If you can, grab a table outside by the water -- the ambiance there is peak 9/10, adding a scenic charm to an already fantastic meal. Food: 9/10 Ambiance: 9/10 (outdoor seating by the water is a must!) Affordability: 7/10 (average pricing for high-quality Italian fare) Definitely going back.

    Tricia W.

    Had a fantastic birthday dinner here last night. Food was delicious, service outstanding, and they definitely treat you well on your birthday!

    View from back seating area
    elizabeth m.

    Located on the Saugus Lynn line with great water view. We sat overlooking the water and it was spectacular. The food was delicious. Prices very reasonable. Service was on the slow side, but to be fair they were packed! Check out this place and their weekly specials. Seems like they have a lot going on.

    Bread and Oil
    Erin S.

    What a cute little spot in Lynn! The inside is so beautiful, and there is a nice bar where we sat. Our bartender was amazing and very attentive. We ordered two cocktails and had a wine each with supper. The homemade pasta is absolutely amazing. My husband ordered the bolognese, and I ordered the chicken vodka pasta. We both had the home made fussili and it was outstanding, cooked perfectly al dente.

    The shaker of grated cheese
    Lin B.

    Tried out the newly opened Scopa on the Lynn/Saugus line last night. It is teeny tiny and there was not an empty table, so it was quite loud making it hard to converse. It is nicely decorated and full of fun Halloween decorations. The focaccia and oil dip were delicious. I got Chicken. Francese. It came with pasta; and when I asked what kind they had, I was given only fresh pasta options. There was no mention of an up charge nor did the menu mention one. From previous comments on Facebook, I knew to request no salt. We had to request fresh cracked pepper. I also had to request grated cheese. I was brought a glass shaker filled with grated cheese. Later, I observed a waitress actually grating fresh cheese over freshly served pasta plates! Upon asking my waiter about it, he told me he brought me the grated cheese I requested; and what I witnessed was shaved cheese!!!!????? Ordered a cappuccino for dessert, and it was lukewarm after a long wait for it. When I mentioned it to him, he was not familiar with the term lukewarm, but did take it away to have another made. The bill was left and I was charged extra for the fresh pasta. That was a surprise. I asked him about it, and his response was that everyone knows fresh pasta costs extra. I suggested he mention it to his customers and the menu should also reflect it. I also reminded him that he did not give me any other options. He offered to remove the up charge from my bill. While I was still waiting for the cappuccino, the Manager came over asking who got the Chicken Francese. She was lovely and felt my feedback was important so they could do better going forward. I was impressed. She offered to remove the up charge from my bill. When she brought it back, she had also comped the cappuccino. Overall, the food was very good; and I appreciate how they want to learn and improve by listening to their customers.

    Alexandra A.

    The generous portions sizes will surprise you . It's reasonably priced for the quality and quantity. The service is attentive, helpful and friendly. The vibe is welcoming and warm . We definitely will be back when in the area , the food was delicious.

    Caprese Salad
    jeremy t.

    Wow! So blessed this is right on our block! Our first time tonight and wow it was incredible! Be warned it is loud and intimate seating but after a few minutes you get used to it . Staff were extremely nice and professional, food came our quick and was incredible! Extremely fresh and the taste was the best Italian ive had in the greater boston area! Def get a reservation cause it was packed! We will be back !

    Chicken parm
    Lori Z.

    This was our second time dining at Scopa, and it did not disappoint! We had a 5:30 reservation on the patio and were seated promptly. Our server was warm and welcoming; I started with a lemon drop martini--it was lemony and refreshing. For an appetizer, we tried the fried mozzarella, which was delicious. For entrées, we ordered the chicken parm and the chicken francese. Both dishes were flavorful and generously portioned. Overall, a wonderful dining experience--we'll definitely be back!

    Chicken Parm
    Sandy D.

    Checked out Scopa Italian when we were in the Rt 1 area looking for something new to try. It a rather small place in Lynn right on the Saugus River. It looked pretty crowded so hubby went in and the host said it would be a half an hour or so and took our phone number to call us when a table was ready. We waited in the car right next to the entrance and in no time at all the host came out and said to come on in your table is ready. We sat at a high top right neat the bar. Perfect spot for me anyway as the Celtics were on and I had a perfect view. The inside is very cozy and welcoming. We had a very friendly waitress who was very accommodating. I started with a Cosmo. Very, very, good. A delicious Focaccia bread and oil was brought to the table as well. I got the Chicken Marsala with fresh Fusilli. Super tasty and delicious! I will say it had a little too much sauce for me. Next time I will just say a little less sauce. Hubby got Chicken Parmesan which was very good as well. We didn't have room for dessert but saw some going to other tables and looks delicious. We went back a few weeks later. This time I opted for an Appletini. Instead of the typical green Sour Apple Martini, it was red. A Washington Apple Martini. Very, very good. I got Chicken Piccata this time and hubby got his Chicken Parmesan. Both were delicious. And we got the same waitress! This is a great place with really great food!

    Meatballs, Caesar salad, prosciutto rollatini
    Lynn L.

    All in all our experience at Scopa was really phenomenal! I went with two friends, and we decided to share our dishes to try a little bit of everything. For our appetizer, we got the Caesar salad, prosciutto rollatini, and meatballs. All three appetizers were great, but the meatballs really stood out to me because they were simply massive and delicious!! For our dinner, we decided to share the carbonara and the clams and linguine in the white wine broth. Those were also very good! Note that the carbonara has caramelized onions (which is stated on the menu). I thought it was a very delicious spin on a traditional carbonara because the onions made the sauce a bit sweeter! Last for dessert we got the lemon cake, tiramisu, and brownie sundae. Oh my goodness this was my favorite part! I'm a big sweet tooth, but I hate when things are overly sweet and these three desserts hit the spot perfectly. The one that stood out to me was the brownie sundae because it had crunchy bits (chocolate chips) inside with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream!! The restaurant is on the smaller side, but it made it very cozy and ambient. It was pretty loud but in a good way, where you could see that everyone was enjoying themselves when you looked around. The water by the restaurant was also gorgeous at sunset. Based on how packed the restaurant was, I was surprised I was so easily able to get a for prime time dinner time the day before! In conclusion, my friends and I were very pleased with our experience at scope and definitely will be returning!

    Highly recommend eggplant parm. Happy I got vodka sauce. Picture does not do justice. Homemade fettuccine cooked a perfect al dente.

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    It was bombbbbb best focaccia in the world loved the ambiance and it was the best girl dinner everrrr

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    Staff is amazing! Food is amazing! Atmosphere is amazing! Would highly recommend! A+++.......

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    Scopa is the best I would go once a week if I could delicious food dynamite drinks wonderful wait STAFF

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    Excellent food and the service was on point!!! Caught up with old friends and felt no pressure to rush!!!

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    Love this place! They have the BEST chicken piccata, such a nice and friendly atmosphere. The service was great. I will definitely be back!

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    This review is courtesy of my 7 year old who said the shrimp here was amazing. The cannoli for dessert was also delicious

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    The restaurant is bright, clean and has a water view with an outdoor patio. Best Italian food I've ever had and top notch waitstaff!

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    Food was great. We sat outside and it had a nice view. Service for drinks was slow, but it had just opened.

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