First visit, Monday 4/20/26. Visiting Boston on a work trip, I had no idea the Marathon was today! Met 4 colleagues at The Red Fox for dinner, a recommendation from a friend of my colleague. Tough to find initially and very unsuspecting upon arrival. As you enter the front door (think like walking into a foyer of a small apartment building) you go down a flight of stairs into the restaurant. Then wow, this place is awesome! Small entry way into the restaurant with a hostess immediately greeting you. The bar is your first view of the place and it was packed. I'd describe it as dimly light, great atmosphere and ambience, almost a speakeasy feel. I'd recommend a reservation. The hostess walked us to our table, walking along the bar line with small 2-4 top tables to our left, we then turned left into the main dining room. 5 of us and we were seated at a horseshoe style table, plenty of room for up to 6 adults. Service was instant, she was friendly and very knowledgeable. We ordered cocktails and a couple apps. The drinks arrived along with bread service. They added small side plates with oils and olives, a nice touch. The cocktails were fantastic as was the homemade bread. A unique twist with my cocktail (kettle one & soda), was the single ice cube that was a long rectangle cube that was so clear you couldn't see it! The cubes length was the same as the tall glass it was served in and didn't melt. For dinner I listened to our server who recommended the Chicken Parmigiana with a chefs twist using a vodka infused sauce, this dish was amazing! My colleagues all shared the same feelings that this meal was spectacular. Highly recommend The Red Fox! read more

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Came here for drinks. A hidden gem. Aglio E Pepe $19 sparking Rose $14 No food. Cool place and Bartender very friendly. read more

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This might be my favorite restaurant in the city. I think its food flavor wise is better than the north end. The ambience is amazing. It's very dim lit and moody. Their martinis are always spot on. The Parmesan martini is shockingly good, especially as someone who doesn't like dirty Martinis. The spinach and ricotta appetizer with the sage butter is so good. Arancini was also good. Both times have had the vodka pasta, and the orrechiete. The first time the orrechiete was very al dente, so just asked to cook a little more during my second visit and it was perfect. Spaghetti al limone was a nice complement to the other two! read more

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I would give it a 3.75, but can't give it a 4. The drinks were good but not great. The focaccia was dry (I get that they toast it to warm pieces but still dry and not that good 'chew' that it should have). Our service was very good (unlike other reviews). The appetizers were good - Zeppole and Prosciutto and the Strago...the sauce for this didn't have much depth of flavor. The lasagna was very good and the highlight. The chicken parm was so overcooked, it was dead, dry and tasteless. Honestly, need to re-train staff on this one. Cool vibe, The back bar was amazing! So agree would get lasagna in future but that's really all for food and just get drinks. Fun dining with the Tartan Army folks read more

The red fox is a restaurant that has speakeasy vibes. We were sat in the back area away from the bar which was a bit more intimate which is my preference. The decor and ambiance of the place is interesting and vibey. Drinks were great, but on the pricier side. Food was also good and the portions are heftyyy. Overall it was a great experience and I'd go back. The only area where that fell just a bit short was the overall taste of the food, it didn't blow me away, but again, good. Oh and lastly service was pretty good, no complaints. read more

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The Red Fox is such a vibe. It feels like eating in your Italian grandma's basement (in the best way). Cozy, old school, and charming. Service was amazing and super friendly. We ordered the arancini, bolognese, and rigatoni which were all so good, and the rigatoni had a little spice to it. Classic Italian comfort food done right. Would definitely go back. read more

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Great environment. Very nice staff. Bread service was excellent. Lasagna was very tasty too. read more

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We only had drinks, but the experience was lovely. We popped in for a quick round, and the hosted was gracious enough to let us sit for one round of drinks before a reservation came in. This is unheard of at so many other speakeasies in the city - normally you're turned away without a second thought! The drinks we got were the Alpine Spritzes and they were so delicious - a perfect take on a spritz for winter. The ambience is sultry and romantic, perfect for a GNO, romantic date night, or even an elevated family outing! Will definitely come back for dinner service soon. read more

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Great food and vibes. There was a small issue last time and the manager took care of things immediately. read more

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I came for my birthday and greatly enjoyed the ambiance and service as well as the small menu. I took a risk and got the aglio e pepe martini (garlic, parm, and black pepper) and was pleasantly surprised. The garlic flavor cut some of the burn from the alcohol and it paired nicely with my arancini and rigatoni alla vodka. I do have to say that the vodka pasta was pretty spicy which distracted me from the flavor but my tolerance is low. I loved my experience here and will be returning to try more of the menu read more

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Stepping down into The Red Fox, nestled discreetly beneath the streets of Boston's North End, feels like descending into a different era. This is not just a bar; it's a masterpiece of atmosphere and design that perfectly blends classic speakeasy swagger with Italian charm. The first thing that commands your attention is the sheer gorgeousness of the interior (Yes, I am a male writing this review), dominated, as the name suggests, by the rich, passionate hue of red. From the plush velvet banquettes to the carefully selected lighting fixtures, the color red bathes the room in an intimate, seductive glow. Every detail shows meticulous care: the upholstered bar seats are not merely functional but luxurious, and the deeply cushioned booths offer private pockets of romance and conversation, designed for lingering (although I don't recommend it. I mean, they need to turn table!! ). The overall vibe is nothing short of amazingly comfortable yet distinctly swanky--it's the kind of place where you feel instantly sophisticated but utterly relaxed. This high standard of excellence extends beautifully to the culinary offerings. While The Red Fox specializes in drinks, the Italian cuisine is pulled off perfectly. We sampled a few of the appetizers, and they were what the three of us needed before our dinner, small, flavorful portions that act as the ideal complement to the cocktails without overwhelming. This is well-executed food that respects its North End roots. Finally, the experience was sealed by the magnificent staff and the quality of the bar program. The curated drink menu is focused and clever, offering complex spins on classics and unique signatures that truly hit the spot. More impressively, the staff was everywhere, attentive without being intrusive and totally accommodating to every request. I think The Red Fox is a must-visit destination, a subterranean gem that delivers, comfort, and culinary finesse in equal measure. Oh.. And I want the person's name that made those booths and where they got the bar seats! read more

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I was trying to find the extra dirty cocktail club which is behind this place. I sat at the bar and grabbed a drink called Scottish lavender which was a scotch mezcal sip drink. It was very tasty. I didn't have a reservation and was able to seat at the bar immediately. I did come on a Friday night and chatted with the bartender who gave some recommendations of other places to check out in the city. I also got the tiramisu which is definitely for two people but one person if you don't have much before. It came quickly and the service was very personable. For a place I stumbled upon, I would definitely come back again for dinner. read more

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This was my first time at The Red Fox. Good luck finding it. The ambiance of this establishment was amazing. I had bar reservations. The bartender was friendly and made the best drinks on and off of the menu. The pistachio martini was delicious; the martini is offered with or without a scoop of pistachio gelato. We asked the bartender to make a pretty tequila cocktail and she delivered. The lobster ravioli was so good in the butter sauce. I'm not a fan of risotto, however this was best risotto I've had in a long time. I will definitely return to The Red Fox! read more

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Made a reservation in advance but didn't have trouble getting in! Seems still new and building up hype/following. Super cute bar and restaurant speakeasy in Boston North End Italian area. You go downstairs and it's like walking into a dimly lit parlor - wood paneled, red fabrics and simple fixtures. Drinks were good and food was great! We split two pastas to try. Smaller menu but felt still had a lot of options. The pasta was a decent serving so good for sharing a few and was PERFECTLY cooked. Almost too Al dente if that's even possible? The sauce to pasta ratio was fabulous and loved both. Service was just fine - food/drinks came fast. Would absolutely come again! read more

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Sultry, elegant, and sophisticated. Drinks were fantastic. Pasta dishes were yummy but underwhelming small. Caeser salad on the other hand was huge lol. read more

Loved the whole vibe - the ambiance was great. Our service was very attentive. The food was delicious and the drinks were amazing. I would love nothing more than to come back and sit at the bar with their martinis and pasta. We had the red fox parm. Not a big parm person but it was cooked perfectly. The pasta was delicious. The Cesar salad was a huge hit. The pepper and parm martini was very savory but delicious read more

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My wife antd me went to red fox new years eve early dinner. Sat at the bar had meatballs, cesar salad and a couple of martinis. The food was excellent and so we're the drinks and the bartender was great. Frankie Imbergamo Boston Massachusetts read more

The Red Fox is a super cool speakeasy (in an unassuming building) with great food, cocktails, & service. We had the special Melon Margarita cocktail, which was so light and flavorful. Highly suggest if it's still on the menu. To eat we had the Carpaccio, Orecchiette and Malloreddus pastas and Tiramisu to finish. The carpaccio and tiramisu were both amazing. The pastas were quite good, but didn't wow us. They also give you table bread with olives and oil to dip, which was really good! I would certainly go back and try a few more dishes. Tip: While the website does show a well lit bar on the homepage, you may be sitting in a dimly lit backroom. This is not a deal breaker by any means, we just didn't expect it. read more

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Best espresso martini of my life! Ambience is great for a girls night out or date night. Booths are cozy. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant, as I tend to be wary of aesthetic places trending on TikTok. If you're a savory over sweet cocktail person, I could not recommend their Aglio E Pepe enough! read more

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This place is hard to find -- which is part of it's appeal. It was pretty packed on a Monday night so make sure to make reservations. The inside is beautiful. Really good Tiramisu and like my earl grey cocktail. I think the food was not bad, nothing that wow-ed, but is a cute place for a date night. I have never seen leek in ravioli, but it was good. The pasta portions were a little on the smaller side. read more

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I had an excellent time here! Despite the tiny space the restaurant has, my party of four got a massive table. We went for dinner and the four of us split arancini (they modified it to give us 4 instead of 3), broccolini, and lasagna. Everything was really tasty incredible. I would definitely recipe d the lasagna if you're with 4+ people. To drink I got the seasonal spritz and it was pretty good. Overall great dinner experience. read more

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Impeccable service, drinks, and overall experience. A must-visit when in Boston. The pictures speak for themselves. read more

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The food was amazing! Absolutely loved the rotating pasta dish! My only major concern is the portion sizes. The dishes were extremely small. If you compared this to any italian restaurant in the North End you would get 1.5-2x as much pasta for a similar price. The vibe, ambiance, and service was great! Disappointed in the portion sizes as the food was so delicious read more

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A little hard to find but SO worth it! It's not labeled on the street, but if you look really closely, there's a teeny sign that says "restaurant" and points downstairs. We ate at the bar, and the service was so friendly and incredible. Making a reservation was easy online. It's very cozy and warm with the set up and lighting, it's a perfect spot for a date night or winter relief from the cold. Our favorite was the orecchiette with pistachio pesto, perfectly al dente and packed with flavor The malloreddus was also delicious, but a little too salty for our taste Dessert is a must! The tiramisu was light, not too sweet, and went so fast Highly recommend this spot, and we will definitely be back! Cocktails were also very yummy, so a fantastic spot for either dinner or just drinks read more

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The vibes here are great. It's pretty intimate and cozy. Our waitresses were great and gave us good suggestions. The food was great. They are able to do gluten free pasta which is always a plus. We also got a half order of the lasagna and that thing is massive and hearty but delicious. read more

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I was quite excited to try this place but I can't give it more than 2.5/5 Drinks were fine, nothing great. Focaccia was underbaked! And the ravioli tasted really funny, got my friend and I almost sick. The look of this place is cool but that's that read more

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First time here and it was a nice vibe! Food was really good flavorful and came out fast (5/5) Cocktail was great as i had the banana boulevardier and a dessert wine that was recommended (5/5) Ambiance was nice and dim which plays well with the brick and the red read more

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We walked in around 6 pm on a Friday and was able to get seated. The vibe is super cool and a little hard to find, with speakeasy vibes. It's red on the inside so it's unique vibes there. We ordered espresso martinis. One with baileys and one without. They were both crisp and delicious. We also ordered the tuna crisp and 3 pastas. Spaghetti and meatballs, bolognese, and mushroom ragu. Everything was delicious. The pastas were cooked perfectly. I highly recommend either the mushroom ragu or spaghetti and meatballs. The tuna crudo was great too! They provide complimentary bread and olive oil as well. Food came out quickly which was great before seeing a show. read more

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Really fun girls night dinner. Hard to find, giving speak easy vibes. Staff was friendly and food was incredible. I ordered the potatoes which make my mouth water typing this. The Caesar was also really good and crisp. I will go back next time I'm visiting Boston. read more

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So grateful I got to try this spot. It's small yet so intricate when you enter. There's a maze of halls that lead to cute booth seating around the restaurant. The food was delicious, I highly recommend the arancini! While the space was so cute it was a bit far to get to and hard to find. I would personally come back for the atmosphere and the drinks but as far as the food goes, it was alright. Nothing show stopping or enough to compete with North End's ravingly good Italian food. read more

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You're definitely going here for the vibes, but the drinks are good too! We just stopped in for an after dinner night cap and we were seated right away. A server came out and offered us "sparkling or still" water and I asked for still and my boyfriend asked for sparkling. They brought him an entire liter bottle of Perrier which ended up costing $10 and me a glass bottle of water which was another $10. It would have been nice to know this up front as we felt a bit swindled. The people next to us just had normal glasses of water that were getting refilled. We let it go, but kind of a scam in my opinion. Overall a cute spot for a drink. read more

A much needed spot in the north end with updated decor. Drinks are very strong and the staff is great. Unfortunately the suburban crowd has realized it exists so I will be back when it isn't booked out for weeks and it gets a more neighborhood crowd. read more

You walk into a pretty well-lit unassuming building with a small sign indicating to go downstairs. Once you go downstairs and open the door you find the most charming and classic looking speakeasy. All the staff from the hostess to bartender to waitress were friendly and attentive. The bar is a great place to get a drink before dinner or go on a date. The cocktails are innovative and offer a twist to classics. I ordered a seasonal porthole infusion spritz which was light and refreshing while my husband ordered the freezer door and enjoyed it. All food is made fresh which means if you have concerns like making the ragu sauce vegetarian you can ask them to do so. We started with prosciutto & zeppole which was warm and soft and the prosciutto added a nice hint of saltiness. This was by far our favorite dish we ordered of the night. For our entrees we got the rigatoni with vodka and malloreddus. The pasta for both was nice and fresh, however, the dishes did not feel like anything you couldn't find elsewhere. We noticed many people order the lasagna for 2 which looked amazing so we will be trying that next time. For dessert we ordered a tiramisu which was again good but nothing out of the ordinary. Overall we really enjoyed our time at this restaurant and will be returning. read more

I ate at the bar on a Tuesday night. Had a lively bartender and I asked her name and I'm mad at myself for not remembering. I ordered the tuna crudo. It was excellent. I ordered a spring sazerac both were excellent. My next drink I had a bananabardier. It tasted great as well. My entree was bolognese. It was really good. I was very hungry and wolfed it down. The place is kind of hard to find. It's on commercial St and you have to go down some stairs to find it. It felt like a lot more women than men were there. The seating is very red. The bill was $22 foot crudo, $26 foot Bolognese, $38 foot two drinks. I think all in I spent $110. I didn't have a reservation and it was packed. The manager was nice enough to find me a spot at the bar. read more

Seductive ambiance, phenomenal food, and top notch drinks!! They only take open table reservations so plan ahead.

The Red Fox is our new favorite North End restaurant. Everything was outstanding from the food to the drinks to the service to ambiance. The Red Fox has incredible attention to detail and it made our experience a 10/10! read more

The dinner was amazing me and my girlfriend went here for our anniversary and it was great. Food was unbelievable we both got pasta and it was really nice. The vibe in the restaurant was also super cool, it's underground and the lighting is great for a date. read more

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Great vibe when you enter from the hidden stairwell. We were there for our anniversary, and when we were seated they offered complimentary bubbles, but when we said we didnt drink they brought out NA sparkling wine for us. We order and had food out in about 15 minuets, the Red Fox chicken parm was delicious, absolutely massive portion though, even without the offered pasta addition, I'd reccomenr splitting with someone unless your starving. Overall highly recommend for the ambiance and great food. read more

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Note: This was my second time dining here--my first visit was in August 2024, and I would've given it a solid 5 stars back then. Everything was that good. Because of that amazing first experience, I chose this place for my birthday dinner with family. I was genuinely excited to share it with the people closest to me. Unfortunately, it ended up being a letdown--and I left feeling like I had steered everyone wrong. I'm not sure if there's been a change in the kitchen, but the quality of the food was night and day compared to last time. The lasagna, which I remembered being plated beautifully and served in a rich pool of sauce, came out cold and bland. It was mostly pasta sheets, tons of cheese, cheese sauce, with meat and almost no red sauce at all. My girlfriend, who made the reservation, leaned over and whispered, "This is ice cold." And she was right. We didn't say anything to the server--partially because we've both worked in the industry and hate to be "that table," and also because we were starving. The penne alla vodka looked and tasted like it came from a school cafeteria tray--bland and uninspired. On the positive side, the Red Fox chicken parm was delicious, piping hot, and one of the few bright spots on the table. If I were rating this experience on food alone, sadly, I'd have to give it 1 star. Something major has changed since my last visit, and not for the better. That said--vibes? Still immaculate. 5 stars. Service? Friendly, attentive, and thoughtful--5 stars. The birthday card left on the table was such a nice touch. And the drinks? Just as stunning and delicious as I remembered. Please, Red Fox--fix the food. At this price point, it should be served hot, properly seasoned, and made with care. I really want to love this place again. (Didn't take any photos, in hindsight I should have) read more