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Stella, Boston, MA
Stella, Boston, MA
Stella, Boston, MA
Stella, Boston, MA
Stella, Boston, MA

Stella

4.3
4.3
2172 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Stella is a fantastic new Italian restaurant in Boston's hip SoWa neighborhood. Chef Evan Deluty is considered one of New England's most talented chefs.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: 5:30pm - 11:00pm Bar Sunday-Thursday: 4pm-12am Bar Friday & Saturday: 4pm-1:00am Late Night (Fri & Sat): 11:00pm - 12:30am Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 247-7747
  • Website
    http://www.bostonstella.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mario Rivera
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining facilities are available for private dining and group functions and we look forward to offering you special menus for your function. We are able to accommodate parties of 30-75 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Courtney Stevens: (617) 247-7747
  • Location
    1525 Washington St., Boston, MA 02118
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Cross street
    Boston's South End
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available directly in front of Stella Restaurant for $16.00 per vehicle, available Thurs thru Sat only
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,172 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

2,172 Reviews

  1. BeaC

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Reviewed on January 4, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    I’ve been to Stella on multiple occasions and the food here never disappoints. Great spot for dinner with the girls, or special occasions (or just because it’s Thursday).

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  2. JML51

    Greater Boston

    107 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    107 reviews

    Reviewed on December 23, 2019

    1. Overall 1
    Don't bother if you don't live in the neighborhood. They won't like you.

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  3. KatherineG

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Reviewed on December 9, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    Great spot. I especially love their brunches any time of year.

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  4. AndyJ

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Reviewed on December 1, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Great restaurant with consistently high standards, good food and very friendly and good service.

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  5. AbigailC

    Greater Boston

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Reviewed on November 25, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    The asparagus cream and poached egg pasta is always amazing! Great options for vegetarians and those who are gluten free.

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  6. JillianB

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on October 24, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Love love love the food here, but it's overpriced italian. Love the bar scene and cocktail list in this swanky establishment, but it can be very loud. It's dark and mysterious but my parents have to use their phone flashlight to read the menu.

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  7. DavidD

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on September 22, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Beautiful interior with a nice outdoor space. The chairs aren't the most comfortable outside, but it's not a deal breaker either. Food was good. Had the Braised Shortrib with Gnocchi and loved it. Solid drinks as well. Will repeat.

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  8. CurtJ

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on September 16, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    classic, always good food, ambiance and cocktails.

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  9. Menounos

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on August 25, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    Simply the best! Great food and amazing value for such high quality! Scene is almost as good as the food and drink.

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  10. CFKIII

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Reviewed on August 21, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    Excellent Food And Great Atmosphere. Recommend for any occasion.

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  11. BostonEats

    Greater Boston

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Reviewed on August 21, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    Another one that had it's peak at least a decade ago, but still delivers a decent meal. With so many new and fabulous spots, you may choose to dine elsewhere, but this place is still ok.

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  12. JuliaL

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Reviewed on August 2, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    We absolutely love their Brunch Sunday - go back time and time again!

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  13. MattK

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on July 30, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    one of the top restaurants in Boston, always a must go to out of town guest youre trying to impress.

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  14. joanb

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Reviewed on July 29, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    Fun atmosphere, delicious food and friendly service. Love their brunch as well.

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  15. UKgirl50

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Reviewed on July 23, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    Best meal I've had in a very long time! Every single dish/course was outstanding!

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  16. JohnA

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Reviewed on July 15, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    I like Stella. Ive been here a few times and will definitely go back.

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  17. ChelseaP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous brunch!

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  18. JDeats

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Got the cornbeef hash w/ egg. Corned beef was nice, the potatoes were bland and soggy. The egg fried medium was properly cooked but no salt, herbs no seasonung whatsoever. Blandest brunch ever. No offer of hot sauce or any condiments. The coffee was so weak I gave up after two cups. Disappointing

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  19. NicoleS

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We made a reservation but had to wait 20 minutes for a table, the noise level was very high, we had to yell to speak but it grew quieter as the night wore on. The food was pretty good and service was friendly.

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  20. Justin

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food. Waiters were more than attentive. A little too noisy.

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  21. AnthonyR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was very good, and pricing was reasonable. It was a little loud only because there was a group of ladies celebrating an occasion.

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  22. Foodseeker

    Greater Boston

    31 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The menu and concept has a lot of potential. However, food is over salted and masked all the flavors that its ingredients offer.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meal was great. Hard place to hold a conversation

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  24. Andy

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Stella is a nice restaurant. I showed up a little late and they would not sit my girlfriend without me. The bar area is relatively limited so she couldn't grab a drink so she had to wait awkwardly. I'm passing blame for my tardiness, but they weren't doing me any favors. As soon as I arrived about 8min after the reservation they sat us. Service was pretty quick but hectic. Waitress seemed like she was frantically moving table to table but got the job done. It was on the loud side in the restaurant even though I couldn't hear any sort of music, made it a little difficult to hear each other. Also, tables were closely packed so you might get the feeling that other's are listening in on your conversation. Otherwise, the food was great if you're okay with a moderately pricey night out.

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  25. larryh

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was great except for noise level at the tables.

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  26. Joet

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love the food.

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  27. DrDave

    Greater Boston

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ovi Is by far the best waiter in town! What a wonderful experience overall!

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  28. Maureenc

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stella is a find, everything was wonderful from start to finish. The fried zuccinhhi appetizer scrumptious and our entrees both a bologna pasta and the swordfish divine. The noise level which I always worry about, was not an issue and the large windows facing the park made for a feel like we were in a garden. Stella has a cool vibe, modern decor and we will be back.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I really enjoy the Brunch menu and service at Stella. It has great quality food and service at a good price.

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  30. CeciliaB

    Greater Boston

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My boyfriend and I had dinner last night, it was delicious, our waiter was very good, food came out steaming hot , huge delicious portions. We are definitely going back. We added Stella to our favorite Italians restaurants list.We loved everything about this place

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  31. TerryS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful experience at Stella. Excellent food and service! My only suggestion would be to try to alter the acoustics a bit so that it isn't so loud.

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  32. SharonM

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stella is stellar! The steak was amazing!! Ambiance was very nice and the service was excellent. We’ll definitely be back.

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  33. Lszuba

    Detroit

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!! The food was fabulous. Will definitely be back

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  34. Kim14

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brunch is always fabulous.

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  35. BackBayFoodie

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy. Delicious. Its like comfort food minus the sweats. I go here for dinner all the time and I love it.

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  36. DavidM

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were amazing! Had the short ribs with gnocchi and cream sauce. Simply amazing. Best meal I had while in Boston.

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  37. Kimmy81

    San Diego

    81 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Stella has a nice menu and the main dining room with bar is very modern and ambient. We were seated in a back room which didn't have the ambiance, was really loud, and the music felt like a club rather than a nice Italian restaurant. Our service was mediocre, likely because she had too many tables including large ones. The wine list left something to be desired and the food was just OK. we were expecting a little more special of an experience and left feeling like we weren't welcomed.

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  38. 212Paul

    Montreal

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We met a friend for an after theater dinner and our expectations were fairly low, but wow we were so wrong. The service was very good and our waitress (I hate "server") was very nice and appropriate (not intrusive, but attentive). The food was above average - I had the steak (which was good for the price), my wife and our friend both had and liked the swordfish. The food preparation and presentation was clean, and it tasted very good. I also like the room's clean design. We will definitely visit again.

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  39. Benny

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was good. The service was fine given how busy the restaurant was. The piped-in music was waaay too loud!! You crowd a lot of people into your space which means the talk level is very high. When you add music to it, no one dining can comfortably hear each other and one has to nearly shout to be heard. The music is unnecessary. Why do you have it at all? To make the place "exciting"? Excitement doesn't come from piped-in music, it comes from the company you keep when dining and your food. Diners don't need anything else. Trust the good you got going - a great location and menu. Cut out the music. It doesn't add anything to the vibe or ambiance except NEEDLESS ANNOYING NOISE.

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  40. MaryB

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, great atmosphere, great food, had a fabulous time would definitely go again.

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Stella is rated 4.3 stars by 2172 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Stella

1525 Washington St., Boston, MA 02118

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Boston's South End
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: 5:30pm - 11:00pm Bar Sunday-Thursday: 4pm-12am Bar Friday & Saturday: 4pm-1:00am Late Night (Fri & Sat): 11:00pm - 12:30am Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available directly in front of Stella Restaurant for $16.00 per vehicle, available Thurs thru Sat only
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mario Rivera
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.bostonstella.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 247-7747
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining facilities are available for private dining and group functions and we look forward to offering you special menus for your function. We are able to accommodate parties of 30-75 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Courtney Stevens: (617) 247-7747

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