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The Florentine Cafe, Boston, MA

The Florentine Cafe

4.8 (663)
$31 to $50
Italian
333 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Florentine Café is an Italian lunch and dinner café, with a full bar, draft beers, and a great wine selection. Stop by with a friend for drinks and a meal or come to lunch with business colleagues. We now offer outdoor seating, as well as, indoor seating with a great view. When the floor-to-ceiling windows open, they let in a nice breeze, allowing the fresh air to circulate, adding to a beautiful dining experience, in, or out. We also have a separate dining area downstairs that seats up to 50 guests It's perfect for any private event, rehearsal dinner, or business function. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to relax, and enjoy a meal with fine company. Join us, start with complimentary, home-made Focaccia bread and seasoned olive oil, and you must try our signature dish, Ravioli di Aragosta. Other best dishes include, the Fusilli Alla Vodka, Pollo al Limone, and a new favourite, the Salmone D'estate.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–12:45 am Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:45 am Sat 11:00 am–12:45 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–12:45 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Call to request information
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Cross street
    Hanover & Prince
  • Parking details
    Public lots on Commercial Street
  • Public transit
    Hay Market & North Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 663 people are saying

The Florentine Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Florentine Cafe offers "great food and amazing service," making it a top choice for Italian cuisine in Boston's North End. Patrons rave about the "lobster ravioli" and other authentic dishes. While the ambiance can be lively and "loud," the "friendly and attentive staff" and "beautiful surroundings" enhance the dining experience.

663 Reviews
  1. Taylor-Marie VIP

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and it was excellent. Beautiful restaurant and great food

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  2. Cesar VIP

    Cincinnati17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not what we were expecting. Went for brunch and the menu is quite reduced. Ordered the steak tips and I had to return it, since it did not taste well. Kids ordered french toast and avocado toast and did not finish them. Could be good for dinner or lunch perhaps, but definitely what we were expecting for a sunday brunch

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  3. Emma

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and amazing service! The staff was super nice and the lobster ravioli was amazing.

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  4. Suzanne VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always awesome! Staff is so friendly. Drinks are amazing

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  5. Amy

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food, great service. The eggplant was wonderful and the arugula salad with goat cheese, berries and pecans was a great starter.

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  6. Natália

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great and, although the prices seem high, each plate serves two people, easily

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  7. Carol VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed The Florentine Cafe. The food was amazing and the service was outstanding. I will be back!

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  8. Abby VIP

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, friendly and attentive waiters, gorgeous lighting

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  9. Maria

    Jacksonville1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We recently visited The Florentine Cafe, and while the food and service were top-notch, the overall experience was marred by the ambiance. The dim lighting made the space feel uncomfortably dark. I understand that a low light setting might be intended to create a romantic atmosphere, but it was more distracting than intimate. On top of that, the noise level was unbearable. The crowd seemed to be yelling at each other despite being seated in close quarters, which definitely took away from any potential charm. I wouldn't recommend this place for a family, especially those with kids, as the environment just isn't conducive to a peaceful meal. If you're looking for a quiet, pleasant dining experience, this might not be the right spot for you.

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  10. Katherine VIP

    Greater Boston26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very popping for a Monday! Great date night spot. Excellent food and drinks. Lovely having the windows open.

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FAQs

The Florentine Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 227-1777.

The Florentine Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 663 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for The Florentine Cafe

333 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hanover & Prince
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–12:45 am Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:45 am Sat 11:00 am–12:45 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–12:45 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lots on Commercial Street
  • Public transit
    Hay Market & North Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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