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Lucia Ristorante

4.5
4.5
2908 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
Located at the heart of Hanover Street, Lucia Ristorante is an institution in Boston's North End. Opened in 1977, Lucia was the first restaurant to bring authentic Italian cuisine to Boston's oldest neighborhood. We continue to combine traditional Italian favorites with innovative new dishes in our distinctive atmosphere. Ample summertime patio seating is available in the newly bricked courtyard of our neighbor, St. Stephen's Church.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 27 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified, Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 367-2353

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Filippo Frattaroli

  • Catering

    Any Foods for pick up or drop off

  • Private party facilities

    Two dining rooms that can accomodate up to 70 people each, for any type of event.For parties greater than 8 people, please contact the restaurant for details.

  • Private party contact

    Frank Iudiciani: (617) 367-2353

  • Neighborhood

    North End

  • Cross street

    Harris Street

  • Parking details

    We offer valet parking nightly from 4pm to closing

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room

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What 2,908 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston / New England

    Unspecified

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  1. Mariah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our experience here! Great food and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back!
  2. OpenTableUserMA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We used Open Table to reserve a 2PM, Thursday to celebrate graduation from UMB. We arrive 30 min early and were seated immediately as there were only two or three other parties. The food was excellent. We shared the Carrozza app and it was excellent. The Calimari was good, but not extraordinary. Two of our party enjoyed the Pollo Focaccia. I asked the server for a recommendation and got the Vitello Carrozzella. All the food was excellent. The cocktails were professionally made and very enjoyable. The only downside was the slowness of the service even with so few guests in the restaraunt. We waited quite a while for our server to come arrive and take our drink order and we had to wait about 20-25 minutes for our cocktails. So... a little slow. I would recommend this restaurant, with the caveat about the slow service on the day we visited.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall experience was good however plan to wait 15-20 mins to be seated from your reservation time.
  4. Ron11

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    very quaint and rustic, food was very good and moderately priced. Service was subpar, we had to ask another waiter to get ours as she disappeared after taking our drink order. Never brought drinks but showed up to take meal order, asked for bread twice and finally got near end of meal. They were very busy on a Sunday evening and I know getting staff is difficult, but I am not sure I will go back. We had reservations and dinner took over 2 hours for 2 people after all was said and done.
  5. KimberlyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely restaurant! Great ambience and food was fantastic!
  6. PJSS

    New England

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Took 1 hour just to get some food, said it was a printing problem. Our waiter came to the table three times in 2 hours. Once was when we waved over to him. The bottle of wine was not what we ordered, the food was below average. Skip if possible.
  7. TanyaW

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very cute Italian restaurant in North End but the tables were very small.
  8. TonnC

    New England

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience2
    Food was delicious. Wait staff was inattentive and placed us next to the kitchen and backdoor.
  9. AnthonyC

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food at an fair price. Highly recommend!
  10. PaulB

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    First of all, we were seated in the downstairs bar area which was quite noisy. So much for a quiet meal. In fact, the only good news was that the wait staff was very efficient and polite. We last ate at Lucia's about two years ago and everything was fantastic. This time around it seems like they lost their Italian way. It was Mother’s Day so I assume the kitchen was hammered. However, that is no excuse to serve what appeared to be nuked food. My wife ordered Carbonara that was so poor she sent it back. We know what freshly cooked Cabonara looks and tastes like and this was not that. I had Scaloppine Abruzzese made with both veal and chicken with pene rigate. The veal and pene was good but some of the chicken was not exctly tender. And it also appeared to have been re-heated. I am not sure if I will ever give Lucia Ristorante another chance. A super busy day might excuse slow service but it is almost no excuse for poor food being served.
  11. Mike

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great local spot for food and a lively crowd. Will be back soon!
  12. GeorgeL

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Veal and chicken parms were great. Server recommended Vodka sauce over the standard marinara. Probably should have staid with the marinara. But overall a great meal.
  13. TaraL

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought my mother to Lucia's for Mother's Day! We had a great lunch and the service was great! I recommend trying Lucia's!
  14. dbsdbs

    New England

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined outside recommended make early reservation filled up fastest ever seen plus one of few with outside dining in north end, Friday or weekday best weekend it’s wild been going there for years not in busy section of north end across from Paul revere statue
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience2
    To loud Food average - but priced ok Service was good Probably won’t go again - but maybe
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed all the food, and the waiters were all very attentive. We will definitely be back!
  17. BrieyenP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Food was super bland. Told the waitress, she didn't care at all.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience2
    The food was incredible! The noise level in the upstairs room was very loud.
  19. TraceyB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    We had our apps 10 minutes after ordering them & our entrees shortly thereafter. Food was average a best.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Frank and his whole staff were great. They made us feel like family, food was amazing as well. 10/10
  21. MaggieL

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great first visit. The food was exceptional! Service and ambiance were great. Would definitely recommend.
  22. Lucy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pasta was so delicious and the ambience was super nice. Beautiful murals on the ceilings and walls. Great for date night. Also very reasonable prices, so great value.
  23. DidiS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cozy, beautiful and delish! Wonderful staff. Check out the beautiful floors!
  24. DeborahD

    Atlantic City

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    My son’s meal was great. Chicken cutlet over pasta with cheese, mushrooms and olives. However, we ordered a pasta with wine and butter mixed with pasta and broccoli . Not good at all. Calamari was chewy and nothing worth noting. Very noisy. But I’ll give it another try.
  25. James

    New England

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time at Lucia and it was a great experience. We had an early reservation (5:15) and we were the first to be seated upstairs. By the time we left the place was full and vibrant. We all had one of the veal dishes (Saltimbocca, Braciolettine and Parmigiana) and they were excellent. We started with Caesar salads (just okay) and a non menu item of Barrata which was accompanied by prosciutto, sun dried tomatoes, artichokes, etc. - it was outstanding. Wine prices are reasonable and they provide a good size pour. Our server was terrific. She took time to explain the menu and share her favorite dishes. We’ll be back.
  26. Timothy

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had one of the best meals I have ever had in all of my years exploring the North End. With tickets to attend the Lantern Ceremony at Old North Church, we made reservations at Lucia Ristaurant for an early dinner. From the warm greeting to the "Thank You for coming." it was an exceptionally pleasing experience. The dining spaces are warm and inviting. Great sunlight streaming through the windows gave a welcoming glow. The best Bruschetta appetizer and Chicken Marsella that I have ever had. The homemade Lucia's dressing on the crisp salad greens was exceptional. Tiramisu and Cappuccino for a sweet ending. We will be back again......and again. Thank you to all of the staff for a great experience.
  27. Rose

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We all enjoyed our entrées, and felt that it was a good value for the money. Considering it was Marathon weekend, service was good, Food was on time and price was right.
  28. NidaK

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The food was just okay, but the atmosphere was great.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Horrific food. Trader Joe’s cheapest tomato sauce is better.
  30. OliviaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We had three separate cocktails and 3 different courses and all were delicious. Service was pretty quick, would recommend making a reservation.
  31. Violet

    New England

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was excellent and the food was extraordinary!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Splendido!! Cibo Abruzzese magnifico!! Just go asap…
  33. Linzio

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience1
    Food mediocre, so noisy you had to raise you voice to speak to the person sitting across from You. Definitely not going back next time we visit Boston
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food, good atmosphere nice service - family feel
  35. RobP

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been here many times and they never disappoint. I love the veal parmigiana!
  36. BobL

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Classic food. Great location. Highly competent staff. Recommendation all around.
  37. MarissaG

    New England

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    The inside of the restaurant had a nice ambiance and the staff were friendly and helpful. However the food was mediocre at best. There was a pool of broth under my pasta, and the dish itself had no flavor. I do not think they used good quality ingredients. Stop and shop at best.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    service was exceptional. food was delicious and was brought to us quickly
  39. Frankus

    New England

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our dinner was before a Bruins game so we were expecting it to be packed - which it was - but the tables were not crushed together which most other No. End restaurants do to accommodate more customer. The benefit resulting in quieter conversation and more comfort which was awesome. Food was very good, everyone at the table had different dishes and everybody was very happy. Prices were more than fair and service was excellent. Looking forward to going back soon!
  40. JoshM

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had . Strongly recommend

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

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Lucia Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 2908 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Lucia Ristorante

415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Harris Street

  • Neighborhood

    North End

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified, Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    We offer valet parking nightly from 4pm to closing

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Filippo Frattaroli

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room

  • Phone number

    (617) 367-2353

  • Catering

    Any Foods for pick up or drop off

  • Private party facilities

    Two dining rooms that can accomodate up to 70 people each, for any type of event.For parties greater than 8 people, please contact the restaurant for details.

  • Private party contact

    Frank Iudiciani: (617) 367-2353

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