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 Authentic Italian experience |
109 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 0990 http://www.aldenteboston.com/ |
The North End is where you want to venture for authentic Italian food and Al Dente's fits the bill. Owner Joe Bono used to run a curbside sausage cart prior to opening this eatery with its open kitchen, mahogany wainscoting on the walls and granite tables. The restaurant serves a variety of pasta, chicken, veal, beef and seafood dishes. Try the Al Dente Special, which is sautéed scallopini of veal, chicken and shrimp, with broccoli, mushrooms, peppers and artichoke hearts in a white wine, garlic butter sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Allure of Allora |
351 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 9268 |
Allora is more delectable than other Italian restaurants. Its small size is attractive- it means an intimate and friendly environment. Bigger, bustling places often equate with harried servers, overcooked food, and an atmosphere that inspires indigestion. However, the portions are generous, and if Italian isn't what you want, order something from the turf or the surf, or both in the same dish. Want something lighter? Try the tasty spinach and fennel salad. -Theresa Ludwick Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brick oven classics |
93 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 723 6733 http://www.anticofornoboston.com/ |
The atmosphere at this North End establishment will transport you to Italy and the food will delight as well. Antico Forno is aptly named, meaning "old stove" in Italian. It translates to top-notch food; pizza, oven-roasted chicken, grilled vegetables and cheese with olive oil, wood-grilled swordfish and plenty of pasta selections. Their gnocchi is excellent, which really says something considering this section of the city offers the best in Italian cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Affordable Italian food |
6 Prince Street On the Freedom Trail Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 742 4336 http://www.artuboston.com/nort... |
This Italian restaurant in the North End, which serves beer and wine, is an affordable lunch or dinner spot. For lunch, the menu features several traditional Italian paninis, a quality roast lamb and an eggplant sandwich. Begin dinner with the delectable antipasto. If the daily pasta special is not to your liking, try the fusilli con broccoli rabe. The grilled leg of lamb and porchetta (roast pork) are good bets. A second location is at 89 Charles Street on Beacon Hill. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy Italian |
29 Prince Street Boston, MA 02113-1821 United States +1 617 227 7380 http://www.assaggioboston.com/ |
A hidden gem on Prince Street in Boston's North End, this intimate eatery offers great food in a warm and elegant atmosphere. Sculptures decorate little alcoves and white linen cover the tables. Chef Jam Navaraj creates memorable Italian cuisine. Try tortellini in a lobster cream sauce or spaghetti alla puttenesca. Loyal patrons love the risotto. The wine cellar features more than 120 vintages sold by the bottle and/or glass. After dinner, retire to the handsome bar for bit of cognac. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegance on the harbor |
101 Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02110 United States +1 617 723 5101 |
This seafood restaurant has an impressive menu with both fish and other entrees. The main dining room seats 100 and has a raw bar, a fresh seafood display and 150 gallon salt water aquarium. Enormous windows overlook Boston Harbor and patrons can enjoy live piano music Tuesday through Saturday. There are jazz brunches on Saturday and Sunday. Seafood Cioppino, lobster, assorted fish and shellfish in a spicy, garlic tomato broth with crusty crouton, is listed as a specialty. The restaurant, which also has an outdoor dining area, has a full service bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memorable romantic dining |
107 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 624 0454 http://www.bacconorthend.com/i... |
Bacco, located in Boston's historic North End, offers everything for the couple hoping for a romantic dinner. Elegant decor and music, grand views of the surrounding neighborhood, warm service and an impressive wine list. And that's even before getting to the menu, which is extensive to say the least. From antipassti to insalata to pasta/riso, from corntoni to pollo vitello to pesce and bistecca, Bacco has the works. Try the crowd-pleasing Butternut Squash dish or the sublime Chicken Marsala. You'll leave with an unforgettable dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hear Ye Hear Ye |
45 Union Street Boston, MA 02108 United States +1 617 227 2098 http://www.bellinhand.com |
Supposedly, Bell in Hand got its name from its original owner- the Town Crier. Established in 1795, it has the distinction of being the oldest continuously-operating tavern in America and served the likes of Daniel Webster and Paul Revere, though the original building no longer stands. Bell in Hand is a full-service restaurant with a menu that reflects melting-pot American cuisine. Options include Spicy Fried Calamari and Coconut Shrimp, as well as favorite American standbys like steak, burgers, and pizza. With live music, karaoke, and five bars on its two floors, you're likely to see more than a bell in someone's hand at any given moment. -Theresa Ludwick Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian-American cuisine |
288 Hanover Street Freedom Trail Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 367 4999 |
Of the dozens of Italian restaurants that line Hanover Street in Boston's North End, this may be one of the friendliest. Small tables pack the tiny dining room where families come to celebrate. Traditional dishes include chicken ziti and broccoli; grilled veal and spinach; and lobster fra diavolo, the house specialty. Generous portions mean plenty of leftovers to enjoy later. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waterfront seafood and cocktails |
80 Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02110-3614 United States +1 617 227 7280 |
This seafood restaurant serves old-fashioned New England fare in a great waterfront setting. Some might call the decor tacky, with ships' wheels, lobster pots and fishnets adorning the wood-paneled walls, but it is reassuring that places like this are still around. Get a table by the window, order the twin lobster special and watch the boats come into dock, and you will be glad that you did not go to a crowded tourist trap and pay twice as much. The restaurant has a full service bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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California-Italian cuisine |
241 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 248 6800 http://www.bricco.com/ |
The Californian chef here cooks Italian cuisine with unexpected flavos, such as the braised rabbit with Sicilian chocolate sauce. The antipasto plates are served tapas-style and include delights such as house-cured fritters and stuffed olives with anchovies. Entrees include ricotta gnocchi, and butternut squash and braised veal in white wine sauce. Exposed brick and wood reflect a warmth well-suited to urban upscale dining. This restaurant, which is known for its martinis and grappas, is frequented by young professionals and romantics who are tired of the usual North End red sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian Espresso and pastries |
307 Hanover Sreet Between Commercial and Cross Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 367 3016 http://www.caffegraffiti.com/ |
Caffe Graffiti serves up authentic Italian café fare in a fun, contemporary setting. Located in the heart of Boston's Little Italy, Graffiti has been voted best imported/homemade pastries and offers an excellent yet inexpensive espresso menu as well as Italian sodas and gelati. If you're looking for something a little stronger try some Sambuca or limoncello from their list of Italian liqueurs. A favorite with locals, students and tourists alike, be sure to leave your mark on the graffiti wall before you go. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North End cafe |
290-296 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 227 7606 http://www.vittoriacaffe.com/ |
Since 1929, this cafe has been serving espresso and gelati to the Italian community of the North End. On weekends, a lively post-dinner crowd keeps the place humming until late at night. Chrome dominates the four levels with three bars, numerous parlor tables and shiny bakery cases. The enticements include tiramisu, connoli and biscotti. The bars serve a fine cappuccino with Sambuca. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old-fashioned Italian-American restaurant |
346 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 723 4577 http://www.cantinaitaliana.com/ |
This Southern Italian favorite in the North End has been popular since it opened in 1931. You will spot the big, neon sign over the bustling scene on Hanover Street. The dining room is filled with tables, plush plastic booths, ornate posters and bright lighting. Hearty, traditional meals are the draw. Expect to see generous portions of spaghetti and meatballs, chicken parmigiana, lasagna and veal piccatta. No fusion is allowed, but the red sauce has something of a cult following. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Paul Revere Would Have Eaten Here |
33 North Square Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 742 6421 |
Carmen is considered by many as one of the city's best known secrets. Now This has its up side and its down side. The upside is that you don't have to go far to experience a really nice Euro-Italian meal, the down side is that you may have to wait – especially on a weekend – for your chance to sit at a table in this big little place, even with a reservation. Situated next to the historic home of Paul Revere in the city's North End neighborhood, Carmen may be small but it packs a nice punch in the all areas: cuisine, service, and atmosphere. -Theresa Ludwick Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiny storefront eatery |
326 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 557 9248 http://www.ciboboston.com/ |
On busy Hanover Street in the North End, this small, bright restaurant serves simple Italian food. The small tables, exposed brick and yellow trim make this establishment feel cozy and intimate. Try the pan-fried Italian greens or shrimp toscana to begin your meal. Entrees include chicken marsala, spaghetti bolognese and veal piccata. The spinach lasagna is a vegetarian option. The specialties of the house—the chicken and veal cibo— are marinated delights of mushrooms, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fish |
323 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 8567 http://www.dailycatch.com/ |
True to the name, you will find the fresh seafood dishes at this storefront eatery in the North End. Dishes often pair a heavy garlic, butter and cream sauce with trout, salmon, shrimp and scallops. Spicy lobster fra diavolo is the reigning menu champ, drawing many tourists and locals. The calamari dishes are some of the best in Boston. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian restaurant; amazing wine list |
326 Commercial Street Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 617 227 5745 http://www.daviderestaurant.com/ |
This restaurant on the outskirts of the North End keeps to traditional formulas for authentic Italian food. The main dining room has oak furnishings, crisp linens and comfortable red booths. The chef/owner, a native Italian, buys only the freshest meats, produce and seafood. The kitchen serves handmade pasta and the wine cellar has won the Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence since 1987. Appetizers include grilled shrimp and carpaccio alla salsa. Move on to entrees of tagliolini, oven-roasted rack of lamb and pan-roasted duck. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boisterous Italian |
10 Bartlett Place Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 367 8979 http://www.domsboston.com/ |
This is an old-fashioned but expensive Italian restaurant. The menu will not mention Tuscan or Sicilian pretensions; the meals here are Italian-American noodles and sauce. Local families consider dinner here a great way to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries; groups of convention-goers find their way here too. If you like to people-watch as you dine, you will enjoy yourself here. If you prefer haute cuisine, you have many other options in the neighborhood. The restaurant serves beer, wine and cordials. They offer you a five percent off, if you pay in cash. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge portions |
112 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 367 6711 http://www.lafamigliagiorgio.com/ |
This popular Italian restaurant in the North End draws a huge crowd—it is common to see lines outside on weekends. The decor in this small restaurant is sparse with tables are packed together. But the portions are plentiful, with plates piled high with pasta at inexpensive prices. This restaurant offers the standard Italian fare with pasta, Chicken Parmesan and seafood. There is also a Newbury Street location. The restaurant serves beer, wine and cordials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hanover Street favorite |
333 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 227 1777 http://www.florentinecafebosto... |
This Italian restaurant is a very popular North End establishment. Filet minion, lobster ravioli and swordfish are the most requested menu entrees. The restaurant also serves the old standbys with new twists like twice-breaded Chicken Parmesan. There is an open-air bistro effect at the Florentine Café, which features red oak woodwork and Italian murals on the walls. This restaurant has a full liquor license and a fine wine selection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiny North End Italian |
2 Prince Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 0107 / +1 617 720 3663 http://www.gvannis.com/ |
This North End restaurant is small in size, seating only about 40 people. The interior colors are off-red borders on mauve, and the scheme does brighten up this intimate spot. Couples find this a romantic spot to dine, although the tables are tightly packed together. The boneless breast of chicken and pasta with tomato sauce flavored with whole fresh basil leaves, spinach and garlic is recommended. The jumbo shrimp with scallops served over linguini is also quite good. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious calzones and pizza |
289 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 227 5709 |
The long lines at this lunch-only spot attest to the popularity of the calzones, pizza and other Italian lunch treats served here. It is hard to say if this popularity is due more to the delicious food or the unbelievably low prices. The professionals and tourists waiting in line do not really care either way; they know that they are going to get a great meal, perhaps with a glass of wine or beer, for much less than $10. There isn't much in the way of atmosphere here; many people take their orders to go. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yummy gelato! |
272 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 720 4243 http://www.gelateriacorp.com/ |
This ice cream parlour, located in the North End area, offers about 50 flavours of gelato—Italian ice-cream. The space was formerly the home of the Salumeria Toscana grocery store. The quality of the gelato is personally overseen by the owners Giovanni Gigliotta and Frank De Pasquale. Popular flavours at this joint include pistachio and tiramisu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simply mouth-watering |
355 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113-1910 United States +1 617 523 9026 |
The service at Giacomo's is speedy and the food is moderately priced - that's two reasons why people throng to this place throughout the week. Also, the Italian food will have you drooling - the pastas are fresh and cooked to perfection. You can start your meal with a caprese salad and move on to the chicken parmigiana, shrimp scampi, grilled tuna or swordfish steak. This place is always crowded and no reservations are made in advance, so be there early. Also, credit cards are not accepted. One word of advice: don't order everything at once. Take your time and enjoy the meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Irish and lively |
11 Marshall Street Boston, MA 02108 United States +1 617 367 0055 http://www.celticweb.com/green... |
Opened in 1657, this tavern was once a popular meeting place for Paul Revere and his revolutionary comrades. Found between Faneuil Hall and the North End, the pub now serves as an Irish-themed post-work gathering place for suited types from the financial district and Government Center. The bar hosts live music Wednesday through Sunday nights. The restaurant serves toppling sandwiches, lobster, burgers and traditional Irish Fare. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza on the cheap |
106 Blackstone Street Boston, MA 02109-1506 United States +1 617 723 8585 |
For a quick, satisfying meal, head to this pizzeria located near historic Quincy Market. Although you will not find much in the way of decor, you will find enormous slices of pizza. This is a popular spot for residents, professionals, construction workers and students. Head here the next time you have tickets to a sporting event or concert at the nearby Fleet Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celtic Bistro |
33 Union Street Boston, MA 02108 United States +1 617 742 2121 http://www.somerspubs.com/web/... |
This pub near Faneuil Hall has a popular Irish bistro menu. The atmosphere is relaxed, warm and casual. A long mahogany bar has plenty of Guinness taps. Pull up a seat and prepare for a pint and live Irish music and bands five nights a week. The restaurant bills itself as having food with Celtic origins. Entrees include boiled dinners, shepherd's pie, beef stew and grilled salmon. Seafood lovers should try the Kilmacalog, traditional mussel chowder. The baked brie, cottage pie, Irish brown bread and black Angus steak are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big Apple-Style Tomatoes |
261 North Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 557 0033 |
An inventive mix of delicatessen meats and favorite Italian treats grace the menu of Hot Tomatoes in Boston's North End. With menu items such as The Yankee and 42nd Street, this restaurant brings New York style to Boston. It offers affordable and delicious Italian food in an area of pricier options. But there is no lack of style: brick walls and tin plates compose its interior, and the service is fast and friendly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Southern Italian cuisine |
61 North Washington Street (Joe Tecce's Way) Boston, MA 02114 United States +1 617 742 6210 http://joetecces.com/page/nw8x... |
This isn't just any Italian restaurant. Joe Tecce Jr., has been head chef of the restaurant for 25 years since his father retired, and is now running the business with the help of his two brothers, Sal and Robert. With recipies that have been passed down from generation to generation, Joe serves up some of the best cuisine from Southern Italy, specifically that of Naples and its surrounding areas. In case you're planning a party, Joe Tecce's also features a grand ballroom which is sure to make your event memorable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale American |
100 Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02110-3614 United States +1 617 367 8700 http://www.bbrginc.com/ |
For a classic American-style dining experience, try Joe's American Bar and Grill. This Waterfront eatery has a pub section with all of the usual selections, as well as a more formal section with white-line covered tables. A young, after-work crowd fills the bar on the lower level of the restaurant where people watching is a fun activity. The seats on the patio, as well as some inside, offer a nice view of the water. This restaurant also has a Back Bay location at 279 Dartmouth Street Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comfort zone |
101 Atlantic Avenue Boston, MA 02100 United States +1 617 723 5101 http://www.thelivingroomboston... |
Comfort is the idea at this Boston Waterfront eatery. Lush couches and big-screen televisions give the place a homey feel. Comfort food like Grandma's Meatloaf will make you feel right at home, and there is even a fireplace for those chilly Boston nights. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegance on North Square |
3 North Square Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 0077 http://www.mammamaria.com/ |
Considered as one of the more elegant Italian eateries in the North End, this North Square restaurant is neighbor to Paul Revere's house. The candlelit main dining room has small tables covered in crisp linens - the romantic atmosphere makes it a good place to get your date. The cuisine features fresh and contemporary Northern Italian cuisine. Try the spaghetti bolognese or one of the seasonal specials and wash it down with a pick from the extensive wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Roman Cuisine |
253 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 742 1276 http://www.marcoboston.com |
Chef Marc Orfaly, after conquering the world of bistro fare at Pigalle, decided to tackle Italian head on. The antipasti here offer just a hint of what's to come. Oven-Baked Figs, Fried Cod Cheeks and an ample seafood list (which includes sardines, anchovies, marinated calamari and eel) will whet even the most stubborn of appetites. As per Roman tradition, even beyond the appetizers, you still have two courses to choose from. The first choice is mainly pastas and risotto. The second is more complex: Chicken Cacciatore, Veal Saltimbocca and lobster are just a few of the options. And still, all of that is to say nothing of the items hot off the grill: steaks, sausage, fish or the Surf & Turf. The wine list is exclusively and impressively Italian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family Owned & Run |
143 Richmond Street Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 617 227 0311 http://www.monicasonline.com/ |
For fresh and unique flavors straight from an Italian family, come to Vinoteca di Monica in the North End. The Mendoza brothers have created a haven of tradition in this establishment, serving wonderful pasta dishes and an extensive selection of wines. Like the food, the atmosphere is very traditional but refined. The open kitchen is an added plus - catch a whiff of the wonderful aromas before they even reach your table! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice Catch |
63 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 742 3474 http://www.neptuneoyster.com/ |
Neptune was God of the Seas, but the Neptune Oyster however isn't as vast as the waters he ruled over. This is a small pearl that can seat about two dozen people in simple and neat surroundings. Apart from oysters and clams, you'll get a variety of other seafood and if you're in to it, you can try some smoked and raw salmon. You can also savour some Italian seafood like mussels fra diavlo and shellfish stew with saffron rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Standard Italian |
104 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 723 7847 http://www.losteria.com |
Located in the popular North End, which is known for its small restaurants, L'Osteria is on the large size with 100-seat capacity and a huge menu. They serve all the Italian standards, like Shrimp Scampi, Steak Pizzaiola and Ziti Bolognese, asa well as some specialty dishes. The squid salad and the mussels in marinara are also recommended. The antipasto is popular and the tiramisu is excellent. The décor here is very simplistic. L'Osteria serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North end biggie |
14 Parmenter Street Boston, MA 02113-2307 United States +1 617 367 1504 |
Pagliuca's Restaurant is another one of the very small Italian restaurants that calls the North End home. Pagliuca's serves traditional Italian cuisine: standard home-style fare with several antipasto choices and many pasta selections. The menu also features some quality seafood or chicken entrees. There isn't much in the way of atmosphere here with paper place mats on the tables and linoleum-covered floors, but the food and prices more than make up for it. Alcohol is served. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual dining |
319 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113-1820 United States +1 617 367 4348 |
This Italian restaurant is smaller than many other eateries in the North End with capacity for 24 patrons, but it is quite popular. Space is tight and the tables are small, but the food is outstanding and portions are large. Start with a casear salad follwed by a large choice of pasta selections, including a linguine marinara. Braised pork and beef and seared salmon are also among the offerings. Serves beer and wine. Does not accept credit cards; cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Catch prize! |
24 Fleet Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 227 1577 http://www.prezza.com/ |
Have you ever seen or heard of grilled octopus garnished with white-bean sauce? And then how about zucchini flowers battered thick with cornmeal, but fried light and crisp for starters? Well, all is not lost yet, step into Prezza to savor humungous portions of the above and more of this Italian-Mediterranean cuisine comprising Mmxed green salad soup with blue cheese dressing and the handmade pasta lobster fra diavlo. Italian and Argentinian wines are available by the glass. You may have to dress with care to blend with the semi formal atmosphere. And don't forget to try the rabbit lasagna and chocolate soufflé - it's the best you can relish on, this north end of Boston. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North End seafood |
73 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113-2215 United States +1 617 227 6637 http://www.rabias.com/ |
There are so many restaurants in the North End, choosing a place to dine can be difficult. For Italian seafood, try this small storefront eatery. Inside, you will find soothing, creamy walls and a dining room jammed with tables. For traditional Italian-American entrees, there are plenty of familiar pastas, or you can try the antipasto di mare or a tuna steak. Specials include shrimp, mussels and scallops in sauce or sautéed in oil. For lunch, sandwiches and soups are available. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Authentic Italian |
54 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 721 6001 http://www.eclano.net/ |
labeled one of the most authentic Italian restaurants in the North End, Eclano is perfect for a quick meal after work or a nice relaxing evening out. All of the meals are prepared to order with all ingredients made from scratch! The wine list is almost as impressive as the meals, boasting 131 wines. Wild Striped Bass and Spicy Tuna Tartar grace the menu, being sure to satisfy even the most picky of Italian eaters! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everything Italiano |
250 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 371 1176 http://www.ristorantefiore.com |
This two-storey Italian restaurant is very spacious and serves pastas, risottos and lasagnas cooked in traditional Italian style. But it's hard to miss the contemporary American undertones as far as the sauces are concerned. Take your pick from the antipasto misto which is a meaty mix of imported dry Italian meats and cheeses. Scrumptious salads like della casa and spinaci are worth the small dent in your credit card. The pasta and risotti list is endless with parmigiana di melanzane— an old eggplant recipe. The endless cocktail list is worth the sip. White wines rule the roost here. While ties, tuxedos and breeches can stay in the closet; cowboy shirts, khakis and boots are welcome. Reserving a rooftop table can be tedious, hence plan in advance. And note: this is a non-smoking restaurant, so cigarette fans beware! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Italian |
150 Richmond Street Boston, MA 02109 United States +1 617 367 2948 http://www.ristorantevillafran... |
This North End restaurant and bar, located on the Freedom Trail, offers traditional Italian fare. The menu includes such favorites as Lasagna Marinara; chicken, broccoli and pasta; Fettucini Alfredo; and chicken or veal marsala. There are some interesting seafood dishes and a variety of house specialties that are top-notch. It is also one of the city's best places for sidewalk eating and drinking when the front opens up during the warm months. There is a fine wine selection. The restaurant takes reservations online. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quiet country dining |
69 Prince Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 248 8814 http://www.sageboston.com/ |
Once discovered, this place proves to be a jewel for those who like quiet dining without too much fuss. Situated in one of Boston's famous districts, its rustic and toned-down décor appeals to the tired mind. Chef Anthony Susi adds his own creative touch to classic Italian and American dishes, transforming them into contemporary delicacies, while retaining their simplicity. A typical meal would begin with a glass of sparkles or reds from the impressive list, to the accompaniment of Taylor Bay Scallops, Mandarins and Pomegranates. Any of the chicken, venison, tuna and rib dishes would make for a satisfying entrée, while the Warm Chocolate Cake and White Chocolate-Espresso Foam will add a ribbon of sweet delight to the whole meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Bostonian luxury |
26 North Street Millennium Bostonian Hotel Boston, MA 02109-1503 United States +1 617 523 4119 / +1 617 523 3600 (Hotel) http://www.millenniumhotels.co... |
Located in the Millennium Bostonian Hotel, this dining pearl is adored by national food critics and was named by Conde Nast Traveler magazine as one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the United States. Small tables with crisp linens afford panoramic views of Faneuil Hall Marketplace and the skyscrapers of the Financial District. Prime rib, beef tenderloin, veal, salmon and roasted chicken are all accompanied with rich sauces and fresh vegetables. Do not hesitate to visit if the evening demands to be special. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A la Meridionale |
210 Hanover Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 720 0052 http://www.tarantarist.com |
Taranta serves every delicious kind of food from regions lying under the meridian. The chef, a native of Salerno rustles up recipes with roots right from the 18th century. The pan roasted mussels, with Sicilian marsala, Italian bacon and roasted shallots is a large appetizer. Ravioli ripieni d'aragosta is a pasta with lobster and crab, a mascarpone cherry tomato sauce served with shrimp! Fish dishes like salmon in crosta di macadamia can be teamed with a spinach salad called di spinaci. Note the use of gorgonzola cheese in this simple sumptious salad. Taranta helps you savor post Medieval Age food from places like Apulia, Sardinia, and Molise! Moreover the Zagat survey has called it exciting and experimental. The bread was baked a trifle coarse in those times, but dine at this waterfront restaurant to uncover more seasonal secrets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Daniel |
 Photo: Daniel |
 Photo: Daniel |
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Salem Street secret |
98 Salem Street Boston, MA 02113 United States +1 617 523 3112 http://www.terramiaristorante.... |
Tucked away on a quiet street in the North End, the maroon awning and open windows of this restaurant beckon to those with a taste for modern Italian fare. The specialties here include Maine lobster with raddichio fritters and wild boar sausage over polenta. The homemade Abruzzi-style spaghetti and the risotto should not be missed. Try the yellowfin tuna, pan-roasted filet mignon or fresh-cut veal chops. The restaurant serves beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pastry heaven |
111, Salem Street Boston, MA 2113 United States +1 617 624 0222 http://www.tranibrand.com/ |
So you like brownies and pastries? Now imagine them filled with your favorite flavor of ice cream. Yes, Trani does the unimaginable feat of injecting donuts, cupcakes, cannolis, and apple-turnovers with smooth ice cream. Other menu items include, chocolate-dipped cones and an ice-cream beverage called Joe Shmoe. Join other North-enders to see what you've been missing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
