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Coppa, Boston, MA

Coppa

4.8
4.8
1182 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Lively
A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian small plates, Coppa is an intimate enoteca tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End. At Coppa, Chef Ken Oringer's innovative touch shines through in every dish, offering a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist. As a James Beard Award-winning chef, Chef Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of local and regional ingredients.

Our beverage menu changes continuously. From seasonal craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails, each sip perfectly complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural, and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 391-0902
  • Website
    http://www.coppaboston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ken Oringer
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away on a cozy corner of the South End, Coppa is the perfect destination to host your next event. Our intimate dining room and long bar is perfect for buffet style events or seated dinners. From wedding receptions to holiday parties, we want to celebrate with you, Coppa-style. Please see our website for more information.
  • Location
    253 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
  • Area
    South End
  • Cross Street
    Milford Street
  • Parking details
    On street parking. Please watch out for South End Resident permit only parking. There are metered spots on Tremont Street and Washington Street (parallel to Shawmut Avenue). <br /><br />There is a parking lot at 60 East Berkley Street. 617-262-0691
  • Public transit
    Closest Lines: MBTA Orange Line: Back Bay Station (10-15 minute walk) MBTA Green Line: Copley Station (10- 15 minute walk) MBTA Silver Line Bus: East Berkley Street stop or Union Park Street stop (both are a 5 minute walk)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,182 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

Noise • Moderate

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  • Greater Boston

    Best Overall

  • Greater Boston

    Italian

  • Boston

    Best Overall

  • Boston

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coppa offers a cozy, tapas-style dining experience with "incredible food, ambiance, and friendly service." Despite its small size, the restaurant impresses with standout dishes like the "bucatini pasta" and "hangover pizza." While the atmosphere can be loud, the attentive service and "perfect" desserts make it a must-visit spot.

1,182 Reviews

  1. Gregoire

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    While this restaurant appears among top Italian restaurants in Boston on several websites, it is very average and nothing exceptional for sure. It barely compares to italian Americans but falls very short of real Italians. Pasta with truffles have no truffle taste (may be they forgot to add), wine was oxidized and corky taste, tiramisu was like a chocolate cake (been a long time I have not had such a bad one). Importantly the service fell short of expectations. The waitress seemed more focused on chatting with certain patrons than attending to all customers equally. This led to delays in service and a lack of attentiveness. While friendliness is important, it should not come at the expense of professionalism and efficiency. I hope this feedback also helps improve future service consistency.

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  2. Madison

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coppa! Amazing food as always. The service was also impeccable.

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  3. david

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a pleasure to dine at Coppa and this time we brought our nephews who loved every dish. We shared appetizers, pasta, salad and pizzas plus two desserts! Absolutely wonderful from start to finish. Unique preparation and the finest ingredients made for another exceptional meal. The wait staff were busy but upbeat and helpful also!

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  4. JenniferT

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I really enjoyed the tapas style food and cozy atmosphere at Coppa. Street parking requires a bit extra time when arriving so I’d plan for that if you’re driving. The burrata was probably close to the best I’ve had. The pizza and pasta did not disappoint. Service was attentive.

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  5. Dani

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, ambiance, and friendly service! Highly recommend

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  6. jen

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Love the food. Absolutely LOVE the gluten-free night. Don’t love the small tables.

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  7. Katerine

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is absolutely perfect. You MUST try the tiramisu!

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  8. Marie

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Coppa was fabulous from servers to food to wine. Definitely get a reservation, and the tables are best, but the bar seats get a great view of the amazing salad station and skilled bar staff.

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  9. Miriam

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This used to be just a terrific place. Now all it is is pizza and pasta. There were no main courses of fish or meat. The quality has gone down …so disappointed …it’s still fine and a lovely neighborhood bistro atmosphere ….service was great, but the quality was poor and the wines were pathetic.

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  10. Max

    New York City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The hangover pizza (available on brunch) is arguably the best pizza in Boston. The ravioli with oxtail and bone marrow ragú is unbelievably good as well. Service is okay, it takes time to be greeted and be poured water though it’s understandable for the size of the waiter’s section. Overall great quality and taste of the food for the price. They also got phenomenal desserts but this time we chose to go to a nearby café post brunch.

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FAQs

Coppa offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Coppa also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 391-0902.

Coppa is rated 4.8 stars by 1182 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Coppa

253 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Milford Street
  • Area
    South End
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    On street parking. Please watch out for South End Resident permit only parking. There are metered spots on Tremont Street and Washington Street (parallel to Shawmut Avenue). <br /><br />There is a parking lot at 60 East Berkley Street. 617-262-0691
  • Public transit
    Closest Lines: MBTA Orange Line: Back Bay Station (10-15 minute walk) MBTA Green Line: Copley Station (10- 15 minute walk) MBTA Silver Line Bus: East Berkley Street stop or Union Park Street stop (both are a 5 minute walk)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ken Oringer
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.coppaboston.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 391-0902
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away on a cozy corner of the South End, Coppa is the perfect destination to host your next event. Our intimate dining room and long bar is perfect for buffet style events or seated dinners. From wedding receptions to holiday parties, we want to celebrate with you, Coppa-style. Please see our website for more information.
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