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Ciao Roma, Boston, MA

Ciao Roma

4.7 (1135)
$31 to $50
Italian
5A North Sq, Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 94 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in Boston's North End, Ciao Roma offers a unique Southern Italian dining experience with a modern touch. Enjoy authentic flavors with dishes made using fresh, seasonal ingredients while also serving classics such as, Pappardelle Bolognese and Chicken Parmigiana. Pair your meal with our curated wine list and refreshing cocktails. And don't forget to try our award winning espresso martini! Join us for our Italian-inspired weekend brunch or dine al fresco on our patio during the summer. Perfect for date night, birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions, our restaurant provides an elegant setting with views of historic North Square.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 829-4975
  • Website
    http://ciaoromanorthend.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Ciao Roma provides versatile event spaces for any occasion, including birthdays, anniversaries or corporate events. Our elegant private areas can accommodate up to 100, ensuring a memorable experience. From casual gatherings to formal celebrations, we promise a warm ambiance and exceptional service.
  • Private party contact
    Anna White: (617) 829-4975
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    5A North Sq, Boston, MA 02113
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Cross street
    Prince Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Haymarket Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Private dining

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Menu

Ciao Roma's menu was last updated on 5/29/2025.

Dinner

Antipasti

  • Prosciutto di Parma$22.00

    24 mo. Prosciutto di Parma, Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Peach, Saba

    • Caprese$19.00

      Heirloom Tomato, Basil, Red Onion, Aceto Balsamico, Burrata

      • Caesar Salad$18.00

        Romaine, Radicchio, House-made Garlic Croutons, Grana Padano

        • Carciofi alla Romana$17.00

          Braised Artichokes, Meyer Lemon, Mint, Arugula

          • Finnochio e Arancia$18.00

            Fennel, Orange, Citrus Vinaigrette, Aceto Balsamico

            • Insalata di Polpo$19.00

              Spanish Octopus, Roasted Potatoes, Calabrian Chili, Celery, Lemon, Mint

              • Calamari$21.00

                Lightly Fried Local Calamari, Cherry Peppers, Marinara

                • Polpette$19.00

                  Beef Meatballs, Pomodoro, Parmigiano

                  • Arancini$17.00

                    Fried Risotto, Mozzarella, Pomodoro

                    • Bruschetta

                      (choose 1) Ricotta, Peach, Orange Honey / Cherry Tomato, Basil, Aceto Balsamico

                      • ea$10.00

                    Pasta

                    Fresh pasta made fresh in-house daily. GF Pasta available. Add homemade Ricotta $4

                    • Fusilli alla Vodka$27.00

                      Pomodoro, Vodka, Cream, Breadcrumb

                      • Gnocchi al Pesto Cremoso$27.00

                        Potato Gnocchi, Pistachio Pesto, Cream, Parmigiano

                        • Tagliatelle Primavera Trifolati$27.00

                          Summer Squash & Zucchini, Cherry Tomato, Basil, Garlic, Chili, Parmigiano

                          • Lobster & Corn Ravioli$32.00

                            Sweet Corn & Ricotta Ravioli, Fresh Lobster, Basil, Cherry Tomato

                            • Cavatelli$28.00

                              Sausage Abruzzese, Broccoli Rabe, Parmigiano

                              • Rigatoni & Sunday Ragu$29.00

                                Meatball, Braised Short Rib, Sausage, Parmigiano

                                • Pappardelle Bolognese$28.00

                                  Veal, Beef and Pancetta Ragu, Parmigiano

                                  • Linguini alle Vongole$29.00

                                    Manila Clams, Garlic, Chili, Cherry Tomato, Squid Ink Linguini

                                    • Shrimp Scampi$29.00

                                      Lemon, Garlic, Chili, Capers, Semi-Dried Tomato, Spaghetti

                                      • Lasagna (Sunday Only)$29.00

                                        Braised Short Rib, Meatball & Sausage Ragu, House-made Ricotta

                                        Secondi

                                        • Chicken Parmigiana$30.00

                                          Mezzi Rigatoni, Pomodoro, Mozzarella

                                          • Eggplant Parmigiana$28.00

                                            Pomodoro, Spinach, Roasted Peppers, Mozzarella, Parmigiano

                                            • Half Roasted Chicken Piccata$32.00

                                              Half Roasted Chicken, Lemon, Capers, Summer Squash & Zucchini

                                              • Local Haddock$36.00

                                                Roasted Corn, Basil, Cherry Tomato, Fennel Slaw

                                                Contorni

                                                $10

                                                • Broccoli Rabe & Chili

                                                  • Arugula & Lemon Salad

                                                    Last updated: May 29, 2025

                                                    What 1,135 people are saying

                                                    Ciao Roma reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Ciao Roma is a charming Italian restaurant in Boston's North End, known for its "cozy atmosphere," "authentic flavors," and standout homemade pasta. The attentive service and special touches for celebrations make every visit memorable. Guests rave about its "phenomenal" food and drinks, making it a must-visit spot for any occasion.
                                                    1,135 Reviews

                                                    1. Ying VIP

                                                      Houston64 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 2
                                                      3. Service 3
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      We ordered two pasta dishes: the black ink and the cavatelli. None came out to our satisfaction. Had to send the black ink one back as it was overcooked and flavorless. Such a shame for a beautiful decorated place in historical north end .

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                                                    2. JudyG

                                                      Greater Boston3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Loved my first dining experience at Ciao Roma. Will our waiter was outstanding. Would definite go again. Food and seating area we just what we wanted

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                                                    3. Mackenzie

                                                      Greater Boston9 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Overall, amazing experience! Food, service, drinks, everything! Very romantic vibes, perfect for date night or just a good dinner with friends! Will definitely be coming back!
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 3 days ago
                                                      Hi Mackenzie! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed everything! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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                                                    4. Patty

                                                      Greater Boston12 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 3
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Not as a great experience as the last time , the service was too automatic

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                                                    5. Marylou

                                                      Greater Boston7 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent Carciof Alla Romana - out of the world braised artichokes with lemon & delicious arugula! Fabulous half roasted chicken piccata….with fantastic lemon, capers and summer grilled zucchini & squash! Highly recommended! I will certainly go back again!
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 4 days ago
                                                      Thanks for visiting us, Marylou! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted that you'd recommend us and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                    6. OpenTable Diner

                                                      Utah1 review

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined on June 26, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                      It could’ve been lovely but there was a table that was disrupting the ENTIRE patio with how loud and obnoxious they were being. It was honestly insane how annoying these 3 girls were, zero self awareness and so much disrespect. Unfortunately the staff didn’t do anything about it or say anything to them so our experience was pretty bad.
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 4 days ago
                                                      Thank you for your feedback. According to your ratings, we’re genuinely glad to see that you enjoyed both the food and the service during your visit! We’re sorry the noise from a nearby table affected your experience. While we aim to keep our patio comfortable, it’s a public, open-air space where lively tables can occur. Had we been notified during your visit, we would’ve been happy to help—we didn’t receive any concerns at the time and regret missing the chance to assist. We hope you'll consider joining us again—perhaps in a quieter area or at a different time of day—so we can ensure your next experience is fully enjoyable.

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                                                    7. Darren VIP

                                                      New York City5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 22, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      This was my second time at Ciao Roma’s and I definitely will be coming back.

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                                                    8. Isabella VIP

                                                      Greater Boston2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 20, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Great pasta and drinks! I recommend the meatballs and vodka pasta.
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 6 days ago
                                                      Hi Isabella, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pasta and drinks, and especially that you loved our meatballs and Fusilli alla Vodka. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon at Ciao Roma!

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                                                    9. Meg

                                                      New York City1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 17, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Ricky and Silvi are the best duo working together! They made sure my family was treated SO nicely and it was the best night. They were so friendly and everything came out super quickly! The hostess Chloe was also a sweetheart. This is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Boston and I highly recommend. The ambiance is also just amazing and cozy.
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 6 days ago
                                                      Hi Meg! Thank you so much for the kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great time at Ciao Roma. We are so glad to know that our team made your experience memorable. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                    10. Marla VIP

                                                      Tampa / Central Florida West65 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 13, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Oscar our server was outstanding!!! He couldn’t have been more helpful with his suggestions and we all were over the moon with the quality of our food and the service! We will definitely come again next time we are in Boston!
                                                      Ciao RomaResponded 6 days ago
                                                      Hey Marla, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your great experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience with Oscar. We're already looking forward to your next visit to Ciao Roma. Thanks again for choosing us!

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Ciao Roma offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 829-4975.

                                                    Ciao Roma is rated 4.7 stars by 1135 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                    3. Greater Boston
                                                    4. Boston
                                                    5. North End

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    7:30 PM
                                                    Booked 94 times today
                                                    Google Map for Ciao Roma

                                                    5A North Sq, Boston, MA 02113

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Prince Street
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      North End
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Italian
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Business Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Street Parking
                                                    • Public transit
                                                      Haymarket Station
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                                    • Delivery & takeout
                                                      Order direct
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://ciaoromanorthend.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (617) 829-4975
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      Ciao Roma provides versatile event spaces for any occasion, including birthdays, anniversaries or corporate events. Our elegant private areas can accommodate up to 100, ensuring a memorable experience. From casual gatherings to formal celebrations, we promise a warm ambiance and exceptional service.
                                                    • Private party contact
                                                      Anna White: (617) 829-4975
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