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1. Strega North End
4.5
Awesome(3692)
$$$$
• Italian • North End
Booked 40 times today
Strega is a hip Italian restaurant in the North End. Come enjoy fantastic food and a great atmosphere!
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2. Buttermilk & Bourbon
4.6
Exceptional(3820)
$$$$
• American • Back Bay
Booked 86 times today
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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3. Tresca
4.8
Exceptional(4825)
$$$$
• Italian • North End
Booked 53 times today
In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.
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4. Riccardo's
4.4
Awesome(3001)
$$$$
• Italian • North End
Booked 20 times today
Riccardo’s Ristorante is a cozy, family-run Italian restaurant in Boston’s historic North End, welcoming guests since 1994. Just minutes from TD Garden—perfect for a Bruins game, Celtics game, or concert night—we’re an ideal spot for dinner before or after events. Follow the Freedom Trail from Faneuil Hall and the Rose Kennedy Greenway and find us across from Paul Revere’s House.Savor our off-menu ricotta-stuffed meatballs (available anytime), classic Chicken Parmigiano, signature Eggplant Rollatini, and spicy Seafood Fra Diavolo. We also offer gluten-free pasta so every guest can enjoy a true North End Italian experience—when you walk in, you’re part of the family.
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5. Mooo BEACON HILL
4.9
Exceptional(4938)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Beacon Hill
Booked 63 times today
Welcome to Mooo Beacon Hill, a modern steakhouse that blends sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill. Our warm and inviting décor provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience, while our full bar and award-winning wine list add to the overall ambiance. Open seven days a week, we recommend making a reservation to secure your table for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up with the latest news and events.
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6. Vinoteca di Monica
4.7
Exceptional(3716)
$$$$
• Italian • North End
Booked 27 times today
Located in the heart of Boston's North End neighborhood, VINOTECA di MONICA serves Rustic Regional Italian cuisine and Wine Spectator’s Grand Award for one of the largest Selections of Italian wines in the city.You no longer need to travel to Italy to experience the marriage between regional Italian food and wine. The menu focuses on the preservation of traditional regional dishes, with an unpretentious dedication to the true flavors that make regional Italian cuisine so popular. The art of pasta and bread making are carried out daily, for your sampling, where the freshest ingredients is an everyday affair. VINOTECA di MONICA is the result of Monica’s Restaurant evolution and our passion for the Italian culture and the big role food and wine plays in its preservation. Brought to you by the Mendoza Iturralde Family
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7. Joe’s On Newbury
4.7
Exceptional(3267)
$$$$
• American • Back Bay
Booked 108 times today
Joe’s on Newbury, located on Boston’s historic Newbury Street, offers the comfort food you crave. A staple in the Back Bay for over 35 years, the popular spot serves a New England inspired menu featuring classic dishes and an extensive beverage list. Joe’s on Newbury offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating as well as an enclosed patio, giving diners the feel of being outside all year long. Delivery and take-out options available.
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8. Mastro's Ocean Club - Boston
4.7
Exceptional(3246)
$$$$
• Seafood • Seaport
Booked 44 times today
Mastro’s Ocean Club Boston is ideally situated in the vibrant Seaport District, offering stunning waterfront views for a unique dining experience. As an OpenTable Diners’ Choice winner for 2025, Mastro’s Boston continues to be a top destination for unforgettable dining with easy access to the Boston Harbor and Institute of Contemporary Art—this location is a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.
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9. Cantina Italiana
4.7
Exceptional(3109)
$$$$
• Italian • North End
Booked 44 times today
An iconic tradition in Boston's "Little Italy", Cantina Italiana serves the tastes that make the North End famous. Started in 1931, Cantina Italiana is the oldest restaurant in the historic North End of Boston. We boast over 90 years of tradition in providing the best in homestyle Italian American and authentic southern Italian cuisine, the freshest New England seafood, and unparalleled service and experience. Enjoy and cheer among us as we would at home: Mangia, Beve, e Buona Salute!We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. Please be advised we do not seat incomplete parties.Your table will be reserved for 1 hour and 30 minutes for parties of 2; 1 hour and 45 minutes for parties up to 4; 2 hours for parties up to 6; and 2 hours and 15 min for parties of 7+
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10. Eataly Boston - Terra
4.4
Awesome(4215)
$$$$
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 57 times today
Centered around a wood-burning grill, TERRA is Eataly Boston’s rooftop destination, where flame-kissed Italian cooking, city views, and live music create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Known as a neighborhood favorite, TERRA offers lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch with a menu focused on seasonal ingredients, shareable plates, and grilled specialties. Perfect for everything from casual meals and sunset cocktails to lively evenings with friends, TERRA combines authentic Italian hospitality with a curated wine list and seasonal cocktails. For private events, celebrations, and large group dining, TERRA provides a striking rooftop setting for memorable Italian gatherings above the city.

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  • JenniferGold
    Greater Boston •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The dinning experience at Tresca is always wonderful. The food is excellent and I love that the chef always circulates and speaks with guests. It really is a lovely place.
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    Tresca$$$$• Italian• North End
    •
    4.8
  • Gary
    Corpus Christi / McAllen •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Fabulous dinner. Lobsters were on point. French Onion soup was the best I’ve ever had. Loved the cracked presentation.
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    Joe’s Waterfront$$$$• American• North End
    •
    4.2
  • Nicole
    Hawaii •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our favorite meal hands-down in Boston, the attention  to detail and culinary skill shined with each dish and drink. All staff from the host to the bartender to folks on our way out were fantastic. We are the biscuits, the beet salad, the chicken sliders, and the burrata is the best we’ve ever had.  Next time we’re in the area, we will be back!
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    Buttermilk & Bourbon$$$$• American• Back Bay
    •
    4.6
  • Mark
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great food and atmosphere - espresso martini is fantastic
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    Strega North End$$$$• Italian• North End
    •
    4.5
  • Chris
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Absolutely the best Italian food I've ever had. Lots of homemade items. The menu was huge and our server did a great job with helping me navigate through it. Over all excellent service and the food is to die for!
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    Vinoteca di Monica$$$$• Italian• North End
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    4.7

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