The best Italian food I've had in the Boston area!! And the best Alfredo I've ever had -- unlike a…read morelot of North End food that is too creamy and salty, this was light and the taste was complex and DIVINE. The owners and everyone working there were so kind, it was such a wonderful, local vibe in there. Very excited to return.

This is my secret hidden gem of an Italian restaurant located outside of the North End! Absolutely…read moreone of my favorite spots and whenever my friend visits from out of state, this is a must-go for him! Located in Brookline, Bottega di Capri is a cozy and quaint Italian spot. The food is absolutely delicious and clearly fresh. I got the Shrimp Scampi while my friend got the tortellini with cheese and added shrimp. Honestly, everything was so tasty and flavorful, plus the portions were huge for a terrific price! I was so excited for my leftovers the next day. They were super accommodating and provided great recommendations as well. The pasta sauces were incredible -- my friend ate the bread with the sauce and said it was heavenly. Major shoutout for the great service provided by Jimmy as well, he was so friendly and caring! It made this meal feel extra homey. (He even packaged my pasta to go for me to make sure I didn't spill on my dress I was wearing). Definitely recommend giving this spot a try and supporting a small business!

Another 10/10 visit to Tonino in the books!…read more It's such a hard reservation to get, but so worth it. I'm actually getting salivating while posting this review and looking back at my food pictures. I get the Eggplant & Ricotta Pizza as my appetizer and the Rigatoni Amatriciana as my entree each time I go - because they're consistently amazing. The service is always warm and friendly, and I also love the music playlist they play. Believe the hype & come to Tonino!!

People rave about this place being better than the north end; I would say it's definitely more…read moreoriginal, and the approach to food is much more intentional. However, I don't know that it lived up to the hype that I anticipated. We got the pizza Bianca with ricotta with hot honey, which was basically just like plain toasted focaccia and ricotta (wasn't anything to write home about). The taleggio was 100% our least favorite and we didn't even finish half. We had asked the waiter to describe taste profile, which they said was a "little funky" and had asked for clarification if it was closer to blue cheese. Once it arrived, it was like a verrrrrry strong/stinky Brie on the inside. The balsamic didn't really contribute to the taste at all. Sad that we didn't like this/kinda made me feel yucky after eating. The cavatelli was very good- nice light creamy sauce with the sausage and bitter broccolini. Very well balanced. Forgot to take a pic of the tiramisu but it was good, too! It's kinda salty (they add sea salt to the top). Drink menu was limited. Had two different glasses of red wine but wish they had something more full bodied on the menu!

Said yes to the bread. Had the olive oil served on a plate by itself - superb…read more The flat bread pizza is insane. I would go back just for that - crispy + slicing with scissors adds a whole other feel to it. I feel in control of my flatbread. Calamari was good but I'd choose the flatbread over anything. Can't go wrong with fig, goat cheese, and prosciutto. Emma didn't like the dill on there but I didn't mind. Enjoyed with a nice glass of white wine while we dined outside.

Had such a great experience at Bar Cino! The interior is so cute and the service was truly amazing…read morefrom start to finish. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky, but it's super convenient to get to via the Green Line, which made it easy overall. For food, everything was delicious: The Romaine & Kale Caesar was good, though I wish it had whole anchovies for a little extra punch. The prosciutto bruschetta was incredible, definitely a standout. The crispy cauliflower was my favorite dish of the night, so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The rigatoni bolognese was solid and comforting. The Chianti-Marsala braised beef short rib was insanely tender and cooked perfectly (just wish there were a few more mushrooms!). Also have to mention the dirty martini was so good. Overall, such a great spot with a fun vibe, amazing service, and really tasty food. I'll definitely be back!

Came here last Friday with some family. It was my first time going and I absolutely loved my…read moreexperience. The food was delicious and our waitress was wonderful. The food took a little while to come out but other than that, no complaints. It was quiet so you could actually hear one another, and there was a chill vibe.

Adorable little spot in Brookline for traditional Italian food and vibe. We came here for a date…read morenight and Dine Out Boston was being served. Parking: easy and free on-street on the same side as the restaurant Seating: we picked the bar and got to peek into the kitchen through glass windows. The bar service was friendly and sometimes slower between courses but that was okay. They do a fair amount of takeout orders in between in-person service. Food: Fresh tasting and delicious balanced flavors. The beef agnolotti was my favorite! They always have a 4-course option and wine pairing was also offered.

Carlo's Cucina is a small hole in the wall restaurant serving up some really good food! We stopped…read moreby on a Saturday night and were seated immediately. Cozy spot, a bit squished but not soo much. The bread was really good. Some of the best bread I've had before a meal. Warm and just a little crunchy on the exterior. Our food came out in good time. We got a chicken parmigiana and a seafood pasta dish. Both were delicious. I've came here because I saw all the good reviews and recommendations, and was not disappointed!

Noticed Carlos Cucina on Yelp and decided to give it a try…read more It is a bit of a pain to get to, not right off the highway. Finally found it thanks to navigation. The parking is a bit tricking as it is in a downtown area and there is just parking on the street. Finally found parking not too far away. It is a rustic and pretty small restaurant. We were greeted right away and sat a table. It was rather late, so we just decided to order our entrees. I ordered Chicken Marsala and my husband Veal Parmesan. Entrees came in pretty short order and both entrees were huge! Veal and chicken were very tender. Sauce delicious. We got side of pasta. Very, very good. Worth the ride. We will definitely be going back!

The food was amazing from the bread and oil mix to our meals !…read more It's a very busy fast paced place but everything is made to order and soo good

So delicious. Highly recommend. Definitely need a reservation. Service was great. Wine was deliciousread more

We had our first experience at Stella's restaurant in Newton tonite!!! Wow!!! Fantastic food and…read morewine menu!! We highly recommend this restaurant!!!!! We will become regular customers!!!

We saw reviews and stopped on way to Logan Airport for dinner. My pasta was exceptional and the…read morechicken Milanese and parmigiana got rave reviews from my family, as did the bolognese.

Came here with my husband for a date night before the marathon. Reservations are much needed so I…read morewouldnt bet on walking in. Mattie - I hope I got his name right. Was the host and was very nice! He made a window seat happen for us and I really appreciated it. The service was great, quick and everyone was really nice. We started with the carpaccio which was delicious and we both got pasta dishes. The portions are perfect - just enough food. The souffle dessert was outstanding. Highly recommend this spot!

Rating: 3.6 Service: 5…read moreFood: 4 the short rib risotto was really good, as well as the arancini! we also got the rigatoni alla vodka because it seems to be the dish people rave about here but I honestly wasn't impressed at all. I've had better at Teresa's in Middleton. I expected more flavor to the sauce but it was just bland and pretty disappointing. Noodles were cooked perfectly and every dish came out piping hot which was nice. Loved our server too, he was very attentive but not disruptive. Overall would come back, just not for the rigatoni alla vodka. Also just a note it's a pretty tight space for seating and gets very busy on the weekend so make sure to make reservations!

For me, I rate this 4.5 stars as there's room for improvement…read more The PROS: - amazing meat & cheese quality - very generous portion size - flavorful - outdoor chairs to sit outside - friendly staff The CONS: - a fully split-thru subroll allows contents to fall out - lack of size options sm/md vs. lg - "hots" are listed but they're not "hots". They're hot peppers/banana peppers. True hots are the red hot relish spread/hoagie spread - It'd be fantastic if the sandwiches came with Scala Bread or had an option to. I love the sesame seeded bread I ordered the Italian, and again, the meat & cheese were fantastic. They were sliced thin, and full of flavorful. Drawbacks to the sandwich is that the lettuce was spilling out from the back, and the pickles were a bit thick and perhaps had a pungent taste. Maybe the solution is to slice the pickles thinner and have a more savory brine. Regardless, tasty and you'll get your fill.

I had such an amazing experience here! I love when businesses are easy-going and encourage…read moremodifications. I got the Chicken Parm Panini and was able to add both a lil vodka sauce and pesto on top, YUM! Not sure if offended the staff or Italians with that one. While you're waiting for your food to be prepared, they have a selection of packaged goods and cute trinkets/gifts. It makes the atmosphere all the more engaging and cute! I was SO close to buying these adorable pasta candles as well as some Pan di Stelle cookies...might need to swing back. My panini was delish! The breading they use on the chicken is the perfect texture and even with my 3 sauces, lol, it didn't get soggy. The bread was textbook as well, 0 complaints.

Was in Boston for work and ended up at Prairie Fire in Brookline -- so glad I did…read more Sat at the bar and the bartender was super helpful right away -- recommended the malloreddus and suggested a red wine to go with it. Both were spot on. The pasta had this rich tomato sauce with burrata on top, really hearty and delicious. The wine pairing made it even better. Also got the oysters which were phenomenal. Honestly the bartenders made the whole night. Friendly, knew their stuff, and made a solo work trip dinner actually fun. Really nice vibe inside and will definitely be back next time I'm in Boston.

A fantastic meal with my mother at what I'd call a true local gem. The atmosphere is warm and…read moreinviting with plenty of bar seating and tables that give it that homey neighborhood feel you don't always find anymore. We opted to sit at the bar in front of the wood-fired oven, which turned out to be a great call. Watching the kitchen work was half the fun with pizzas and dishes coming together right in front of us. The drinks menu is impressive too, with a large selection of beers on tap plus wine, cocktails, and mocktails. For food, we kept it simple and shared our way through the menu. The Farm Green salad was crisp and fresh, pa perfect starter. Then came the asparagus, roasted in the wood-fired oven and served with a sauce that elevated the whole dish. We finished with one of their wood-fired pizzas, and it did not disappoint. Everything had that subtle smoky char you only get from a real oven. Service was excellent from start to finish. If you're looking for a spot that feels like a neighborhood staple with food that actually delivers, this is it.