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1. Trattoria Il Panino
4.5
Awesome(6431)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 209 times today
Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.
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2. The Red Fox
4.5
Awesome(162)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 60 times today
The Red Fox is an Italian American restaurant and lounge brought to you by All Day Hospitality Group (Tony & Elaine's, Ciao Roma, Farmacia, Ward 8). The focus of the menu is on handmade pasta and a mix of throwback dishes and Italian classics, with a fantastic cocktail menu with nostalgic martinis and high quality seasonal cocktails, and an excellent wine list. Located in The North End, The Red Fox pays homage to the Italian American neighborhood and some of the great old school establishments in the city.
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3. Tony & Elaine's
4.6
Exceptional(1169)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 38 times today
Tony & Elaine's is a red sauce Italian joint located in the North End at 111 N. Washington St.
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4. Krasi
4.8
Exceptional(1795)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Back Bay
Booked 97 times today
Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.
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5. Riccardo's
4.5
Awesome(2733)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 10 times today
Riccardo's Ristorante is a family run business in the North End of Boston, across from Paul Revere's House. It has been recognized by local and national known food critiques as one of the best authentic Italian Restaurants in Boston. Now being run by Richie Jr., Riccardo's has the same fine standards and quality of food as always. The staff is highly trained and knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood Ricardo's never skimps on portions. Come and visit. Renew your love for Riccardo's.
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6. Lucia Ristorante
4.3
Awesome(3361)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 29 times today
Located at the heart of Hanover Street, Lucia Ristorante is an institution in Boston's North End. Opened in 1977, Lucia was the first restaurant to bring authentic Italian cuisine to Boston's oldest neighborhood. We continue to combine traditional Italian favorites with innovative new dishes in our distinctive atmosphere. Ample summertime patio seating is available in the newly bricked courtyard of our neighbor, St. Stephen's Church.
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7. Quattro
4.6
Exceptional(1380)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 47 times today
Quattro Ristorante, Grille & Pizzeria, is restaurateur Frank DePasquale’s forth restaurant in the North End, hence the name which means 4 in Italian. Quattro is also located on the 4 major corners of the North End, Boston’s Famous Italian Neighborhood. Inspired by Italy’s passion for high quality foods prepared with fresh ingredients, Quattro brings delicious foods from simple locally grown ingredients. Frank DePasquale does something few restaurateurs have every tried, melding a full service restaurant that serves wine, beer and cordials with a kitchen equipped with a rotisserie, a char broiler and an authentic Neapolitan brick style pizza oven. Quality has been the only focus and the essential ingredient at Quattro, from the ingredients to the preparation of the food to the service. Quattro’s unique menu appeals to a wide variety of people by touching on all categories, fresh meats, seafood, pork and poultry prepared right in front of your eyes on our custom built rotisserie.
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8. Cantina Italiana
4.7
Exceptional(2840)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 35 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. Cantina Italiana's warm, charming, and traditional atmosphere gives our restaurant a relaxed setting to enjoy you meal amongst the most important parts of your dining and drink experience: family, friends, and of course...food! Enjoy and cheer among us as we would at home: Mangia, Beve, e Buona Salute!
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9. Tresca
4.8
Exceptional(4177)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 40 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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10. Buttermilk & Bourbon
4.6
Exceptional(3452)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Back Bay
Booked 67 times today
Buttermilk & Bourbon is a genuine Southern restaurant in Boston. It's praised for its unique, delicious dishes, with reviewers saying 'the food was not only imaginative but very tasty' and 'felt like we were in New Orleans'. The ambiance, service, and value consistently receive high ratings, making it a well-loved place for a Southern experience.

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  • Hope
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food was excellent and came out quick! The service was friendly and helpful. The price range is about $20-40 but incredibly worth it for the quality of the food.
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    Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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    4.5
  • Katrina
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The service was a bit slow but it was an excellent experience overall. My only note would be that the playlist (90s indie rock) was a bit silly and didn’t fit the general vibe. We celebrated our 3 year anniversary here and will definitely be back.
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    Tony & Elaine'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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    4.6
  • KatherineVIP
    Greater Boston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Consistently delicious food and welcoming ambience. Service was impeccable and warm. There are good reasons why it’s hard to get a reservation! So grateful we were able to start the year off there!
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    KrasiPrice: Expensive• Greek• Back Bay
    •
    4.8
  • JohnVIP
    Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Best Lobster Ravioli’s! All of our food was amazing & waiter was awesome. The Lobster Ravioli is actual giant chunks of lobster in the best sauce (NOT the sweet sherry kind I usually don’t care for). Also loved instead of a usual limited kids menu of buttered noodles, they let them pick what they wanted on the adult menu in a smaller portion. We’ll be back! Only critique is to ask for a spoon to get it all.
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    Riccardo'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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    4.5
  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    Greater Boston •19 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food and drinks were good as was the overall atmosphere. The service was great as well, the server was very attentive and knowledgeable. The tables are very close together, so we could hear the conversations from the tables next to us, and viceversa. That ruined the mood of an otherwise good experience.
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    The Red FoxPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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    4.5

Discover best authentic restaurants in Charlestown

Exploring Charlestown in Greater Boston reveals a rich tapestry of dining experiences that cater to enthusiasts of authentic culinary delights. The neighborhood boasts an array of restaurants that showcase a commitment to authenticity, with menus brimming with locally-sourced ingredients and traditional cooking techniques that resonate with both locals and visitors. Each dining spot offers a unique ambiance, from rustic, chic settings to modern, trendy vibes, ensuring a memorable dining experience for every taste and occasion. The dining scene in Charlestown is characterized by its vibrant, community-focused atmosphere, where each meal is served with a side of local charm and hospitality. For those seeking an authentic dining experience in Boston, Charlestown’s restaurants provide a perfect blend of quality, creativity, and cultural authenticity, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers.

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