Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & Pizzeria

Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & Pizzeria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Dan VIP

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We try a number of restaurants in greater Boston. This was the WORST meal we’ve had regardless of price I think ever. Bartender was pushy trying to turn our seats when the place was empty , eggplant app tasted sour. We ordered steak frites & the ribeye, steak frites were well under medium rare and mostly inedible other than the ends & ribeye was overcooked and Leathery. We just wanted to leave and didnt necessarily complain, but given we didnt finish our meals figured they might’ve asked us if we had an issue.. not the case $165 with tip, total waste. Plenty of better places to go.. dont bother here, they clearly dont care and based on how empty it was will likely close soon
   

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   Michele

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Dined at Teresa’s recently and was thoroughly impressed. The chicken parmigiana and short ribs were exceptional—expertly prepared and full of flavor. Service was attentive, polished, and reflected a high standard of hospitality. However, I couldn’t help but observe the behavior of the table next to ours, which was nothing short of appalling. From the moment they sat down, one of them remarked—loudly and laughing—“Kristine, we’re going to get our meal for free.” What followed was an unfortunate display of entitlement: giving their server an unnecessarily difficult time, consuming their entire meals, and ultimately submitting what can only be described as a disingenuous review. To the team at Teresa’s: Bravo. You’re doing everything right. Sadly, no level of service can redeem guests who arrive with bad intentions. For your sake, I sincerely hope those individuals do not return—some patrons simply aren’t worth having.
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded 3 days ago

   Michele, thank you—truly—for such a thoughtful and honest review. We're so glad you enjoyed the chicken parmigiana and short ribs, and that our team’s hospitality reflected the high standard we hold ourselves to at Teresa’s Ristorante. Your kind words mean the world to us, especially in light of the situation you described. It’s disheartening when the hard work of a dedicated team is overshadowed by behavior that doesn’t reflect the spirit of our dining room. We believe in leading with integrity, care, and respect—for every guest and every plate—and your recognition of that means more than you know. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable evening—one focused on great food, great service, and the kind of guests who truly appreciate both.
   

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   Kristine VIP

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We haven't been in a while but the food tonight was awful, over priced, and our server was trying but a hot mess. Very disappointed, we won't be going back!
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded 3 days ago

   We’re sorry to hear this, Kristine. At Teresa’s Ristorante, we take pride in delivering flavorful food, polished service, and a vibrant atmosphere—so it’s disappointing to hear that this visit missed the mark across the board. While we understand your frustration, this doesn’t reflect the experience we aim to provide, and it’s certainly not what we’re known for. We appreciate the feedback and will be reviewing it closely with our team.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   AS MY REVIEW SAYS, IT WAS GOOD. THE APPS WERE GREAT! OUR MEALS, PRIME RIB WERE NOT DONE TO OUR LIKING 1ST TIME AROUND BUT THEY WERE GRACIOUS ENOUGH TO REMAKE THE ORDER. WAITRESS WAS VERY GOOD, BUT THE RESTAURANT WAS QUITE BUSY (EASTER SUNDAY), SO WE DID NOT GET USUAL ATTENTION, WHICH IS WHY I ALSO THINK FOOD WAS NOT UP TO THEIR USUAL STANDARD. USUALLY WE ARE QUITE SATISFIED THERE. BUT WE HAVE NOW DINED THERE ON A COUPLE OF HOLIDAYS AND IT IS JUST NOT THE SAME AS ORDINARY DAYS. I WOULD STILL RECOMMEND IT, BUT NEXT HOLIDAY WE WILL TRY SOMEWHERE ELSE...STAY TUNED
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 22, 2025

   Thank you for sharing your experience. While we’re happy to hear you enjoyed the appetizers and your server’s efforts, we’re sorry the entrée didn’t quite meet expectations the first time around—especially on a holiday when we want every detail to shine. Easter is one of our busiest times, but we work hard to make sure it feels just as special as any regular day. We’d love the chance to show you the 5-star experience you’re used to next time. We also hope you're leaving reviews then, too (wink wink) We truly appreciate your continued support—and hope you’ll stay tuned indeed!
   

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   Ellen

   Greater Boston16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service, food, drinks all excellent! Everything was perfect!
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 22, 2025

   Ellen, thank you! We're thrilled everything was spot-on during your visit—from the service and friendly team to your food and drinks. Knowing your experience was “perfect” absolutely makes our day. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to the staff—they’ll be smiling for sure. Can’t wait to welcome you back!
   

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   Mary

   Greater Boston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I have enjoyed lunch several times at Teresa's Bar & Pizzeria . The location is convenient with typically ample parking. I like the venue because the noise level is low plus white tablecloths add a nice touch. The food is excellent with very reasonable pricing. I've found the staff to be personable, knowledgeable and professional. MH
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 22, 2025

   Mary, thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re so glad you’ve made Teresa’s Bar & Pizzeria a go-to lunch spot. From the calm ambiance and white tablecloths to our fresh, flavorful food and friendly service—your kind words capture exactly what we aim to deliver. We truly appreciate you being a regular and look forward to seeing you again soon!
   

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   Anne VIP

   Greater Boston37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a great evening food was delicious and Nick our server was the best. Pleasant and personable made our evening fun
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 16, 2025

   Thank you so much, Anne! We're thrilled to hear you had a great evening with us and that Nick helped make it extra special. He’s a true pro at creating a fun, welcoming vibe, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. So glad you enjoyed the food, too—hope to have you back soon for another memorable night at Teresa’s Ristorante!
   

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   Kevin VIP

   Greater Boston11 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our second time at Teresa’s. The first time the food was delicious along with the alcohol drinks. This time we all felt that the food was a bit subpar compared to our first visit. Our pasta wasn’t as good. The Fusilli was smaller and kind of mushy. Our Margarita drinks were too sweet and didn’t have nearly enough alcohol. Sorry, we were a bit disappointed!
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 16, 2025

   Thank you for sharing your honest feedback, Kevin. While we’re glad your first visit left a great impression, we’re disappointed to hear this one didn’t live up to it. Consistency is key for us, especially when it comes to our pasta and cocktails, and we appreciate you calling this out. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to bring back that five-star experience you had the first time around.
   

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   Mike VIP

   Greater Boston15 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was decent. We sat in the bar area. Server was not good at all. Slow, not attentive, we went 30 mins at a whack before she would come back to see if we needed food or drinks. Food was good.
   

   Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks for the feedback, Mike. We're glad you enjoyed the food, but it's disappointing to hear the service in the bar area didn't reflect the attentive, energetic hospitality we aim for at Teresa’s Ristorante. That kind of delay isn't our standard, and we appreciate you pointing it out. We'd love the chance to deliver the full five-star experience next time—great food and service, front to back.
   

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    Kevin

    Connecticut3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    My wife and I started with a cocktail at the lounge and service was excellent barmaid never missed a beat during a busy time and was very pleasant. We then sat at our rable and the waiter was spectacular and our dinner was scrumptious! We will be back!!!!
    

    Teresa’s Ristorante Bar & PizzeriaResponded on April 16, 2025

    Kevin, this is what it’s all about! We love that you enjoyed both the lively vibe at the lounge and a delicious dinner with top-notch service. Thank you for the great feedback—we’ll be ready with more cocktails and crave-worthy dishes next time!
    

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