Italian Cuisine
Antonios
288 Cambridge Street
Beacon Hill
617-367-3310
Antonio’s serves up fresh & tasty dishes from both Northern and Southern Italy. While dining you’re surrounded by 18th century prints of Italian Renaissance artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, and authentic Italian music serenades you in the background. Located on historic Beacon Hill, across from Mass. General Hospital, serving moderately priced food (most entrees are under $11), Antonio’s is a great hidden jewel and neighborhood destination. Casual, lunch & dinner, beer, wine & cordials, reservations accepted for parties of 4 or more. $
Bella Luna
405 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain
617-524-6060 | www.bellalunajp.com
A galaxy of food located in the heart of Jamaica Plain and Boston’s Latin Quarter, a neighborhood known for it’s eclectic nightspots, colorful murals and serene parks. Bella Luna Restaurant features a warm inviting atmosphere with an open kitchen and a courtyard patio. Our menu features Contemporary Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. Popular items include our gourmet pizzas, spicy chipotle aioli calamari, Tuscan chicken, steak frites, sage gnocchi, spinach ravioli in a ginger cream sauce, and our famous homemade seasonal desserts. Bella Luna features affordable wines available by the glass, carafe, or bottle, as well as a fully stocked bar with some of the cities most creative cocktails. At Bella Luna, every meal is a celebration. Casual, lunch and dinner, full bar, parking around the corner at night. $
Davide Ristorante
326 Commercial Street (between Clark & North Street)
617-227-5745
Accommodating Boston's elite clientele since 1982, Davide Ristorante celebrates its 25th anniversary providing Fine dining serving Northern Italian cuisine prepared fresh to order. Elegant and charming dining rooms, accented with exposed brick offer privacy and intimacy-unlike any other restaurant on busy Hanover St. due to its discrete location across the waterfront-setting the mood perfectly for any special occasion, high powered business meetings as well as private functions.Davide Ristorante has received numerous accolades over the years, including a Five-Diamond award from AAA, a rating of Excellent from Zagat Survey, and recognition as one of the nation's top 50 Italian restaurants as well as one of the finest wine lists in all of Boston. Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence every year since 1985 and the Best Grappa Award 5 years running. Our house specialty veal scaloppini is sure to satisfy and veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina. Dinner served nightly from 5pm until you decide. Open for private functions. Reservations recommended, Full Bar, Valet parking. $$
Eclano
54 Salem Street
617-720-6001 | www.eclano.net
The emphasis of the cuisine at Eclano is on fresh, clean, and identifiable flavors driven by seasonal and regional products. Some signature dishes include Handmade gnocchi with Maine lobster and asparagus in a fortified lobster emulsion. Rack of lamb with lamb shank and vegetable gambotta . Risotto with fresh snap peas, snow peas, shaved parmigiano and pan seared diver scallops. Mirabella Eclano is a small town in Italy on the Appian Way, its origins date back to 83 AD. It was a stopover destination for Roman Soldiers on their travels to and from Capri and other Roman cities. Eclano was a place they could dine on the finest local cuisine, drink wine, celebrate and relax before their next journey. Casual, reservations accepted, dinner only, beer and wine. $½
L’Andana
86 Cambridge St. - 3A near the Burlington Mall
L’Andana | www.landanagrill.com
From the family that brought you Mistral, Sorellina, Teatro and Mooo…. Chef Jamie Mammano brings his Tuscan cuisine to the suburbs. The restaurant look is “Inspired by its namesake trattoria nestled in the olive groves of the foothills of Tuscany; L’Andana deconstructs the rustic look of an old world farmhouse and recreates it outside of Boston.”
L’Andana serves wood-grilled steaks and seafood, handmade pastas and dishes driven by seasonal, fresh ingredients. L’Andana serves dinner 7 nights a week, has a full bar, an extensive wine list, and reservations are strongly recommended. Private dining and events can be accommodated in a separate function room which seats 70 and is available for up to 100 guests for a cocktail reception. The main dining room is available for larger functions. Private dining is available for lunch and dinner events and complimentary valet parking available daily. Upscale dress. $$$
Maggiano’s Little Italy
4 Columbus Avenue at Park Square
Theater District
617-542-3456
Enjoy the home-style ambiance of Maggiano’s Little Italy. The restaurant is comfortably adorned with red and white checkered tablecloths and the decor of a pre-World War II Italian Supper Club. Lavish portions of authentic Southern Italian cuisine include: Eggplant Parmesan, Chicken Giardiniera, Angel Hair Al’arrabiata, Giant Shrimp Oreganata, 19 oz. NY Steak Cantidina, and Gnocchi with Tomato Vodka Sauce. Casual, lunch & dinner, full bar, valet & validated parking available, reservations recommended. $$
Massiminos Cucina Italiana
207 Endicott Street, North End
617-523-5959 | www.massiminosboston.com
Massiminos Cucina Italiana is located just minutes from the Fleet Center in the heart of the North End. A family operated restaurant situated on two floors. They offer a full liquor license and provide a dining experience only seconded by a trip to Italy. Menu items include, pasta, seafood, pork, steak, chicken, veal and more. “Rated excellent for food, service & decor” – Zagat, 2001. “For superb food in a family atmosphere” – Travel & Leisure, 1999. Casual, lunch & dinner, full bar, private function space, reservations recommended. $
Ricardo’s Ristorante
175 North Street, North End
617-720-3994 | www.ricardosnorthend.com
Ricardo’s Ristorante features authentic Italian cuisine with a modern flair. This family business is located opposite The Paul Revere House on the historic Freedom Trail. Ricardo’s is frequented by tourists and locals looking for a relaxed atmosphere, fine dining and friendly service. Menu highlights include lobster ravioli, stuffed calamari over linguini, cioppino, and veal bracciolatini with a port wine sauce. Casual, lunch & dinner, beer, wine & cordials, private function space, reservations accepted. $1/2
Ristorante Euno
119 Salem Street, North End
617-573-9406
Ristorante Euno offers an innovative, Mediterranean-inspired seasonal menu. The kitchen staff prepares homemade breads and desserts daily. This intimate restaurant is decorated in contemporary Italian style with vaulted brick ceilings and imported ceramic tile floors. Downstairs dining is available with a lovely working fireplace (ideal for private parties). Euno was rated one of Boston’s Top 50 Restaurants by Cook’s Illustrated magazine. Smart casual, beer, wine & cordials, dinner served 7 days, validated parking at Parcel 7 garage, reservations recommended. $$
Ristorante Limoncello
190 North Street, North End
617-523-4480
Ristorante Limoncello is located on the Freedom Trail next to PaulRevere’s House in the historic North End. The cuisine is Southern
Mediterranean. Their noted chefs take great pride in creating AllFashion Cuisine and Nouvelle Cuisine. Some menu specialties
include, Chilean Sea Bass, New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Scallops Limoncello and delicious specialty pastas. Casual, lunch & dinner, beer, wine and of course limoncello, reservations recommended. $$
Ristorante Olivio
201 Massachusetts Avenue, Across from the Capitol Theater, Arlington
781-648-2300 | www.ristoranteolivio.com
At Ristorante Olivio, they bring you the rustic flavors from all regions of Italy. They believe that simplicity, wholesomeness and fresh ingredients is the way to cook and maximize the flavors. All their pasta, desserts and sauces are homemade. They offer a variety of fresh seafood with daily specials. The dessert menu includes fresh canoli’s, tiramisu, rum cakes, chocolate cakes and more. Some menu items include, Scampi con Aglio e Olio – Shrimp sautéed in extra virgin olive oil and garlic, served with grilled bread; Ravioli di Arogosta – Homemade lobster ravioli in a tarragon and cognac cream sauce, with shrimp, leeks, peas and pancetta; Medaglioni di Porchetta – Medallions of pork tenderloin served in a gorgonzola and garlic cream sauce, with toasted walnuts and vegetables; Pollo Parmigiana – Breaded chicken cutlet, baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella, served with penne; Medoglione di Manzo con Portobello – Grilled beef tenderloin and portobello mushroom, served with sautéed eggplant, arugola, garlic, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts and basil. Casual, dinner, full bar, reservations accepted. $$
Sorellina
1 Huntington Avenue, located behind The Boston Public Library
617-412-4600 | www.sorellinaboston.com
Sorellina, ‘the kid sister’ of acclaimed Chef Jamie Mammano’s Mistral provides an intense look at regional Italian food with a modern twist. Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef/Partner Rob Jean have created a contemporary Italian-Mediterranean cuisine in an upbeat and sophisticated environment. Sorellina’s wine list features hidden Italian gems to compliment any dish. The restaurant’s décor evokes a sense of comfort and sophistication with its warm-modern design complimented by the glow of the back wall mural and floor-to-ceiling windows.The dining room opens daily at 5:30pm and closes at 10:00pm on Sunday, 10:30pm Monday through Thursday, and at 11:00pm on Friday and Saturday. $$$
Strega Ristorante
379 Hanover Street, North End
617-523-8481 | www.stregaristorante.com
This cozy Hanover Street nook churns out veal and calamari much the way that Sinatra could be counted on to steadily deliver a no-frills interpretation of “The Lady is a Tramp.” The restaurant buzzes with a combination of casually attired tourists and folks hoping to find a little bewitched, bothered, and bewildered romance. The food is outstanding and creatively plated. A plate of roasted red peppers, accompanied by homemade mozzarella, which has a pleasant, almost smoky flavor and perfect consistency, is a must. There are two calamari choices on the menu: deep-fried and sauteed both of which are mouth watering. The linguini vongole, white clam sauce with clams in the shell, the pasta al dente, and the sauce garlicky is another great selection. The gnocchi is served in a tomato sauce, and despite the apparent simplicity of the dish, it is just as flavorful as the more intricate dishes on the menu. While dining at Strega, you may spot one of the many stars who frequent the restaurant. Tori Spelling, Joey Fatone, John Ventimiglia are just a few who have discovered this fabulous spot! Casual, dinner, full bar, reservations accepted, valet parking. $$
Teatro
177 Tremont Street
Theater District
617-778-6841
Teatro, located in the theater district overlooking the Boston Common, offers a modern approach to classic Italian dishes. The design of Teatro is both elegant and informal, with an open kitchen and high arched mosaic ceiling which gives the room a theatrical presence. The restaurant offers both a full bar and wine list. The full dinner menu is available at the bar, which was just expanded in July of 2007. Dinner is served Sunday from 4:00-10:00pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00-10:30pm and Friday and Saturday from 5:00-11:30pm. Teatro is closed on Mondays. $½
Villa Francesca
150 Richmond Street, North End
617-367-2948
Home-style Italian right on the Freedom Trail with all sauces, pasta and desserts produced in house. They use natural ingredients including the best imported Semolina flour, “extra virgin” olive oil and fine cheeses. House specialities include creative preparations with veal and seafood. Casual, dinner served 7 nights, full bar, reservations accepted, valet parking. $$
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