Recommendation for Boston, North End Restuarant
Jan 3rd, 2001, 09:37 AM
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Recommendation for Boston, North End Restuarant
Does anyone have any recommendations for Italian restuarants in the North End, Boston?
We rather eat at a "hole in the wall place with good food, than some trendy, nouvelle (?) cuisine place.
Thank you very much for any suggestions.
Nancy
We rather eat at a "hole in the wall place with good food, than some trendy, nouvelle (?) cuisine place.
Thank you very much for any suggestions.
Nancy
Jan 3rd, 2001, 10:32 AM
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My favorite place to eat in the North End is Lucia's. It is not overpriced or overly fancy. They just serve incredible old world Italian food. Look for the head waiter Tony - he'll take care of you. My favorite dish was the Linguine Marco Polo. Mmmm mmmm mmm.
Jan 3rd, 2001, 10:59 AM
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My favorite in the North End is Massiminos (207 Endicott St.)it is not in the heart of the North End, but is easily walked to. I have always found the food to be quite delicious (and I am somewhat picky about Italian food as my parents were born in Italy and make the best food). Their food is good, basic non-trendy Italian. The place is rather tiny, but nicely decorated -- simple, not pretentious, a step or two above a "hole in the wall." Their specialties are always excellent. Also, the prices are extremely reasonalbe. Most entrees are in the $9 - $14 range.Hope you enjoy your North end meal wherever you end up!
Jan 3rd, 2001, 02:55 PM
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Lisa, Ken, and Rose!
Grazie, grazie , grazie del aiuto!
We will not be going for a month but I thought I would start now.
Lisa,
Our budget could be up to $100 without wine (for two), if the food was really worth it.
But , from experience, most expensive does not necessarily mean good.
The only requirement is *not* trendy (hope I am not insulting anyone, not yuppified)
Maybe will will have to make a couple trips, to eat at *both* places, and will definately look for Tony.Again, Thanks.
Grazie, grazie , grazie del aiuto!
We will not be going for a month but I thought I would start now.
Lisa,
Our budget could be up to $100 without wine (for two), if the food was really worth it.
But , from experience, most expensive does not necessarily mean good.
The only requirement is *not* trendy (hope I am not insulting anyone, not yuppified)
Maybe will will have to make a couple trips, to eat at *both* places, and will definately look for Tony.Again, Thanks.
Jan 3rd, 2001, 04:05 PM
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I am from South of Boston and love the North end of Boston. My suggestion, without a doubt is La Famiglia Georgio's on Salem Street. They have very large portions that you can share (for a small fee). Its not fancy, and is family style type restaurant. The food is outstanding and the prices are reasonable. Its always busy so I would suggest going at an off time. Have fune!!!
Jan 3rd, 2001, 05:31 PM
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sorry, have to disagree with keith about La Famiglia. i find it's menu is primarily overly garlicked red sauce and since it;s served in huge portions, everyone thinks it's a great place.
my vote is Artu's, totally casual, tasty food, nice and small. also, Pomodoro is good.
my vote is Artu's, totally casual, tasty food, nice and small. also, Pomodoro is good.
Jan 4th, 2001, 08:34 AM
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Dick - Prezza's chef is its young owner Anthony Caturano. Caturano's cuisine could be called nuevo Italian, informed by his stints at Olives, Patina in Los Angeles, and Mark's Place in Miami. His sous chef, Matthew Gennuso, has a similar background. If Gennuso left, I don't know, but Prezza still has it's same owner.
I was there in December and the food quality was still good. The middle part of the restuarant can get noisy towards the end of the evening.
I was there in December and the food quality was still good. The middle part of the restuarant can get noisy towards the end of the evening.
Jan 4th, 2001, 11:23 AM
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Nancy,
My husband and I recently were in Boston. A Boston friend recommended "La Summa", 30 Fleet St.
(617) 523-9503
A most memorable meal...and we would recommend heartily. It appeared most of the patrons were local. Reservations essential, attire very casual, dinner for 2 with wine, dessert and tip under $85.
My husband and I recently were in Boston. A Boston friend recommended "La Summa", 30 Fleet St.
(617) 523-9503
A most memorable meal...and we would recommend heartily. It appeared most of the patrons were local. Reservations essential, attire very casual, dinner for 2 with wine, dessert and tip under $85.
Jan 6th, 2001, 08:53 PM
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Over the years, while working in Boston, I ate in many of the North End restaurnts and never had a bad experience. Sometimes it is just fun to follow your nose to the aroma that appeals to you most and try that place for dinner. I especially enjoyed Lucia's on Hanover St. and Picolo Venezia (next to Paul Revere's old north church)
