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1. La Hacienda Rest

4.8

Exceptional(33)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • East Boston

Booked 2 times today

Only accepting walk ins on the weekends and Friday dinner as well, call restaurant for availability. La Hacienda Restaurant serves Mexican and El Salvadorian food. It has live music, a full bar and it is open late until 2 am. La Hacienda Restaurant serves fresh home cooking style food every day. There is an all-you-can-eat buffet on Saturday and Sunday. It has an English and Spanish menu.Appetizers include buffalo wings, Salvadorian enchiladas, picada and queso fundido. Choose from traditional Mexican dishes like burritos, tacos, nachos or flautas served with a side of rice and beans. Other food is available including fish and seafood plates, soups, carne asada, bistec encebollado and your choice of fajitas.

2. Pazza on Porter

4.8

Exceptional(255)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Pazza On Porter offers Italian-American cuisine with homemade pasta, dishes made from scratch with fresh ingredients, and a great cocktail program featuring all cocktails made in-house. Visit Pazza to experience social dining with an energetic atmosphere.

3. Prima

4.7

Exceptional(908)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Charlestown

Booked 75 times today

Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.

4. Ciao Roma

4.8

Exceptional(1086)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 45 times today

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

5. The Red Fox

4.6

Exceptional(228)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 46 times today

The Red Fox is an Italian American restaurant and lounge brought to you by All Day Hospitality Group (Tony & Elaine's, Ciao Roma, Farmacia, Ward 8). The focus of the menu is on handmade pasta and a mix of throwback dishes and Italian classics, with a fantastic cocktail menu with nostalgic martinis and high quality seasonal cocktails, and an excellent wine list. Located in The North End, The Red Fox pays homage to the Italian American neighborhood and some of the great old school establishments in the city.

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6. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6553)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 170 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

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7. MIDA - East Boston

4.6

Exceptional(420)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Booked 38 times today

MIDA by Chef Douglass William's is now open on East Boston's waterfront. Our James Beard Nominated restaurant group is situated directly on the edge of the pier with panoramic views of the downtown Boston Skyline. The restaurant is surrounded by the water on three sides with a massive patio that is perfect for date night and large groups at all hours of the day. Vaulted ceilings, sprawling windows, and a gorgeous lighting profile make this location the perfect destination for all occasions. MIDA East Boston also features a 25 seat bar that is open for walk-ins seven days a week. We are thrilled to be a part of this neighborhood and cannot wait to welcome you into our home. XOXO MIDA

8. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6144)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 96 times today

Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

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9. Waverly Kitchen and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(405)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Charlestown

Booked 63 times today

Located in the heart of Charlestown, Boston, just steps away from the Bunker Hill Monument and the Freedom Trail, Waverly Charlestown is a neighborhood restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Join us for a legendary brunch, dinner, and cocktails in our cozy dining room, or grab coffee and lunch on the go. Breakfast and brunch fans, this is for you! You don't want to miss our signature banana bread, house made pastrami hash, rotating coffee menu and refreshing, creative cocktails. Voted Boston Magazine's 2024 Best Brunch in Boston!Come and enjoy a cozy dinner by the fireplace or watch the chef's at work at our kitchen counter. Walk-ins are always accepted at our intimate bar. We're looking forward to seeing you!

10. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4275)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 49 times today

In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.

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Rob
Orlando / Central Florida East •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food is excellent, but quantity is kind of low for the price. Pretty typical for a nicer place, but it’s pasta and wouldn’t hurt to throw a couple more noodles on the plate. Try the bread pudding though, it’s fantastic.
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BriccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Nathan
Fort Lauderdale •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Staff was amazing as always, such a nice place to go to grab a few drinks!!
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Pazza on PorterPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Boston
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4.8
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Allie
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Got the Gnocchi and it was delicious. The staff was amazing also!
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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StefanieVIP
Greater Boston •48 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 26, 2025
As always, the service by Felipe and the food made the birthday dinner a success!
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PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
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4.7
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Allison
Greater Boston •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 19, 2025
Absolutely loved La Hacienda! Their taco Tuesday special got me in the door, but wow I cannot wait to go back! The food was phenomenal and I enjoyed the drinks too. Great ambience, menu selection and friendly service. Absolutely recommend.
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La Hacienda RestPrice: Moderate• Mexican• East Boston
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