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Strega North End, Boston, MA

Strega North End

4.1
4.1
3491 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Strega is a hip Italian restaurant in the North End. Come enjoy fantastic food and a great atmosphere!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 17:00–23:00 Lunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 523-8481
  • Website
    http://www.stregabynickvarano.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Farouk Bazoune
  • Private party facilities
    Strega can be rented out for private functions. Contact info@thevaranogroup.com for information
  • Location
    379 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113
  • Area
    North End
  • Cross Street
    Between Fleet St. and Clark St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    MBTA Blue Line<br /><br>Aquarium, Government Center<br /><br>MBTA Orange Line<br /><br>Haymarket Station
  • Entertainment
    Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
  • Additional
    Beer, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

All fish and meats are cooked to order. Please allow us ample time. Consuming raw and undercooked meats, poultry eggs, seafood or shellfish may increase your risk of good borne illness

Antipasti Ed Insalate

  • CapreseUS$3.75

    Homemade mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil and imported extra-virgin olive oil

    • La StregaUS$9.95

      Baby arugola, Grapefruit, Walnut and shaved parmigiano in a citrus vinaigrette

      • Prosciutto Bocconcini E PeperoniUS$15.95

        homemade fresh bocconcini mozzarella wrapped with the finest Italian prosciutto and served with marinated roasted peppers

        • La RomanaUS$8.95

          Traditional caesar salad

          • MisticanzaUS$7.95

            Wild mixed greens with imported tomatoes

            • Portobello Al FornoUS$13.95

              Baked stuffed portobello mushrooms with homemade ricotta cheese and spinach, served with spiced san marzano tomatoes

              • Gamberi in PadellaUS$16.95

                Sauteed jumbo shrimp with garlic and white wine lemon sauce

                • Cozze Alla MarinaraUS$13.95

                  Sauteed farm raised mussels in a spicy tomato sauce served with grilled tuscan bread

                  • Capesante Al Grand MarnierUS$18.95

                    Deep sea scallops sauteed with grand marnier

                    • Antipasto Della CasaUS$15.95

                      assortment of Italian imported cheeses and cold cuts

                      • Fritto Di CalamariUS$13.95

                        Light deep-fried fresh calamari

                        • Rollatini De NicoUS$13.95

                          Rolled sicilian eggplant with fresh ricotta, spinach and mozzarella and baked with plum tomatoes and parmigiano

                          Specialita Della Casa

                          • Costata RipienaUS$42.95

                            Veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina cheese in a white demi-glaze sauce

                            • Il Filetto Al CognacUS$42.95

                              Grilled filet mignon served with mission figs and Remy-martin sauce

                              • La FiorentinaUS$42.95

                                Grilled porterhouse steak served wit baby arugola and shaved parmigiano

                                Primi Piatti

                                • Fettuccine StregaUS$26.95

                                  Jumbo shrimps, deep sea scallops and baby spinach in a touch of creamy strega sauce

                                  • Fettucine Con GamberoniUS$23.95

                                    Jumbo shrimps, asparagus and fresh cherry tomatoes

                                    • Pappardelle SelvaticheUS$23.95

                                      Wild mushrooms, black truffles and a touch of cream sauce

                                      • Linguine Alle Vongole VeraciUS$19.95

                                        Little count neck clams in your choice of scampi or fra' Diavolo sauce

                                        • Fettuccine Alla CarbonaraUS$16.95

                                          The traditional carbonara

                                          • Pappardelle All'EmilianaUS$21.95

                                            Ragu of ground tenderloin and fresh porcini mushrooms

                                            • Gnocchi SorrentinaUS$16.95

                                              Fresh potato dumplings served with tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese

                                              • Pennette Al BasilicoUS$13.95

                                                Tube-shaped pasta sauteed with san marzano plum tomatoes and fresh basil (spicy or mild)

                                                • Casarecci Di MarinaUS$17.95

                                                  Baked homemade Fusilli with sun-dried tomatoes, eggplant and fresh mozzarella in a light tomato sauce

                                                  • Tagliolini All' AragostaUS$29.95

                                                    Homemade pasta sauteed with 1/2 jumbo lobster wit fresh spicy cherry tomatoes

                                                    • Ravioli All' AragostaUS$22.95

                                                      Lobster stuffed ravioli finished with crab meat in a pink sauce

                                                      • Ravioli Alla FormaggioUS$15.95

                                                        Half-moon shaped cheese ravioli served with plum tomato sauce and fresh ricotta cheese

                                                        • Bucatini All' AmatricianaUS$19.95

                                                          Pasta sauteed with pancetta, san marzano tomato sauce and lots of onions, covered with a blend of pecorino and parmigiano cheeses

                                                          • Risotto Di MareUS$25.95

                                                            Arborio rice sauteed with shellfish

                                                            • Risoto Don PietroUS$19.95

                                                              Arborio rice sauteed wit a julienne of chicken, portabello mushrooms and baby spinach

                                                              Secondi Piatti

                                                              • Il FagottinoUS$24.95

                                                                Veal medallions stuffed with prosciutto di parma and fontina cheese finished in a porto wine sauce

                                                                • ValdostanaUS$24.95

                                                                  Veal medallions topped with prosciutto di parma and fontina cheese finished in a porto wine sauce

                                                                  • CapricciosaUS$21.95

                                                                    Light deep-fried breaded veal medallions and topped with diced marinated tomatoes

                                                                    • SorrentinaUS$23.95

                                                                      Veal medallions with san marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil

                                                                      • MarsalaUS$24.95

                                                                        Sauteed veal scaloppini with wild mushrooms and a marsala wine sauce

                                                                        • CalabrisellaUS$20.95

                                                                          Chicken breast with prosciutto, spinach and fontina cheese

                                                                          • Supreme Al LimoneUS$18.95

                                                                            Tenders of chicken breast sauteed in a fresh lemon and light butter caper sauce

                                                                            • Alla RomanaUS$20.95

                                                                              Sauteed chicken breast wit sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and mushrooms

                                                                              • Alla CacciatoraUS$19.95

                                                                                Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms, red peppers, onion and plum tomato sauce

                                                                                Last updated: 5 February 2022

                                                                                What 3,491 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.1
                                                                                4.1 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.4Food
                                                                                • 4.2Service
                                                                                • 4Ambience
                                                                                • 3.9Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Strega North End offers a lively atmosphere with "spectacular" food and "outstanding" service. Known for its "authentic Italian" dining experience, the restaurant features a "fun vibe" with live performances. Despite some noise complaints, guests often leave satisfied, making it a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.

                                                                                3,491 Reviews

                                                                                1. Stacy

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                                                  We did not go because they didn't have the table ready. Truely, it was like going to a nightclub because the music was so loud. The manager asked us to go down the street as an option for their quiet resturant. We chose to go somewhere else as they didn't honor our reservation and seemed flustered. I then received an email from them to use their direct reservation method instead of a third party.

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                                                                                2. Beth

                                                                                  Pittsburgh

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                  To me the restaurant seemed like they crammed in as many people as they could into the small space. Our table seemed too small to hold our meals, drinks and bread. My husband thought the TV’s on the wall was a distraction from the ambiance of the restaurant. The food was delicious so that made up for the other things.

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                                                                                3. Melissa

                                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                                  102 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  102 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 20 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The pumpkin ravioli (special) and meatball appetizers were delicious! Get a reservation early as the restaurant is always bustling for good reason. The wine selections were vast and the service was top notch. I will definitely return when I am in Boston!

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                                                                                4. Michelle

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  Very crowded seating- as in you’re bumping into the table next to you while you eat. Felt very rushed, but the food is fantastic and the servers are professional. Just understand that you go there for the vibe, not a peaceful dinner environment.

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                                                                                5. Max

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Great service and great food! Would 100% go back soon

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                                                                                6. Linda

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We truly enjoyed our dinner at Strega North End. From the service to the food and wine it was wonderful! Ever our waiter was outstanding! Thank you!

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                                                                                7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                                                  I made an 8:45pm reservation for 3, only to wait until almost 10:00pm to be seated. No apology, no trying to explain or even an offer to cover a few drinks. Server was lovely, food was fine but not good enough to wait that long again.

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                                                                                8. Brendan

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                                                  Was on time for the reservation and waited outside in the cold for 45 minutes. Very little apology or extra service. Waiter rushed us through our drinks/meal and then waited 20 minutes to collect the check.

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                                                                                9. Christine

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  33 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  33 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Always amazing!!! The service is wonderful! The food is authentic and delicious!!!

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                                                                                10. Elizabeth

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  The food was excellent, but the service left a lot to be desired. Our waiter seemed extremely rushed although we were one of the first and the restaurant. He took our order , I ordered wine and before my guest had a chance to do the same he was gone.  When our appetizers came, I waited until we finally were able to ask for dishes to eat the appetizer. 

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Strega North End offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 523-8481.

                                                                                Strega North End is rated 4.1 stars by 3491 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                Make a booking

                                                                                2 people
                                                                                19:00
                                                                                Booked 50 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for Strega North End

                                                                                379 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  Between Fleet St. and Clark St.
                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  North End
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Sun 17:00–23:00 Lunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–23:00
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Italian
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  None
                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                  MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                  Farouk Bazoune
                                                                                • Entertainment
                                                                                  Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Beer, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://www.stregabynickvarano.com/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (617) 523-8481
                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                  Strega can be rented out for private functions. Contact info@thevaranogroup.com for information

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