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Piccolo Nido, Boston, MA

Piccolo Nido

4.9
4.9
318 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Piccolo Nido in Boston is an Italian restaurant with a family atmosphere, owned and operated by chef Pino Irano from Napoli. Piccolo Nido’s dinner menu includes a daily soup option, as well as classic antipasto and pasta dishes. Enjoy an espresso or cappuccino with dessert, and enjoy getting to know Pino when he steps out of the kitchen to greet the patrons.

Entrees at Piccolo Nido include favorites such as spaghetti and gnocchi, but also has options for lovers of true Italian flavors, such as veal and trout. The fresh catch of the day is also available for the freshest seafood around, and diners can also enjoy tiramisu or a dessert of the day.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (617) 742-4272
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    pino irano
  • Area
    North End
  • Cross Street
    commercial st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    aquarium...
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Value

  • Greater Boston

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Boston

    Best Service

  • Boston

    Best Value

  • Boston

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccolo Nido excels in authentic Italian cuisine with "delicious" and "fresh" dishes, particularly the veal. The "welcoming" atmosphere, led by the "friendly" owner, Pino, promises a "cozy" dining experience that feels like home. Nestled off the beaten path, it's a "hidden gem" in Boston's North End.

318 Reviews
  1. rick VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food & service!! It’s definitely a north end restaurant you should go to!

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  2. JoshuaL

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice hidden spot! Fortunato was excellent and the food was very very good, authentic Italian food!

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  3. Heather

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and the service was great. Best Tiramisu we ever had! The owner made a point to check-in with customers and thank personally. We will definitely return.

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  4. Susan

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely, quiet restaurant off the beaten path in the North End. The staff was very accommodating when we asked to add a seat to our table a few hours before our reservation. They were also accommodating when we asked to split a few dishes. The menu is not large, but offers plenty of variety, including vegetarian dishes. We ordered the mushroom crepe appetizer and it was delicious, I'd never had anything like it before. I had the bolognese with fusilli, also very good. We finished the evening with a couple of orders of Tiramisu, it was very light and not too sweet, perfect. If you're looking for a quiet restaurant in the North End where you can have good conversation and not be packed cheek by jowl, check out Piccolo Nido.

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  5. Brooke VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful experience! Shared the bruschetta with the table and it was fresh and tasty. I recommend the veal parmigiana, delicious! The owner was extremely welcoming and made me feel at home. A great place to celebrate an event such as a birthday.

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  6. Sila VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic and good Italian food. Terrific owner and test stories from him.

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  7. Brian

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and Pino is a great host! Been there numerous times with no regrets!

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  8. Peggy and greg

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding….My favorite North End restaurant. The whole night was a great experience.

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  9. David

    Charleston13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and bread ok to good. Service excellent, docor so, so.

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  10. Joseph VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect night for a small family reunion. Service outstanding, atmosphere great, food was perfect. Thank you Pino and crew

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Piccolo Nido is rated 4.9 stars by 318 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
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257 North St, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    commercial st
  • Area
    North End
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    aquarium...
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    pino irano
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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