Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Faneuil Hall

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ArlingtonBack BayBeacon HillBrightonBrooklineCambridge

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

136 restaurants available nearby

1. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6140)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 103 times today

Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

A photo of Trattoria Il Panino restaurant

2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6541)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 141 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.

A photo of Union Oyster House restaurant

3. Union Oyster House

4.5

Awesome(8738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Faneuil Hall

Booked 112 times today

The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.

4. Lucca North End

4.5

Awesome(3682)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 55 times today

Lucca has become one of the most talked about restaurants in Boston. Zagat survey named them, Best New Italian Restaurant and they won a coveted Best of Boston award for their elegant and lively bar. They are also the recipient of the Wine Spectator award of excellence with distinction. Whether you join them for a relaxing dining experience or a little later for cocktails and to sample their late night menu, you will be won over by Lucca's elegant charm and warm ambiance.

5. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4262)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 72 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.

6. Riccardo's

4.4

Awesome(2774)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 27 times today

Riccardo's Ristorante is a cozy family run business in the historic North End of Boston, since 1994.Follow the Freedom Trail from Faneuil Hall and Rose Kennedy Greenway, across from Paul Revere's house.Try our infamous ricotta stuffed meatballs-shhh, they are not on the menu but available anytime. In addition to the traditional Italian favorite, Chicken Parmigiano, we are known for our delicious Eggplant Rollatini and Seafood Fra Diavlo. We offer Gluten Free pasta to ensure every guest is included-when you walk in, you are part of the family.

A photo of Vinoteca di Monica restaurant

7. Vinoteca di Monica

4.7

Exceptional(3467)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 22 times today

Located in the heart of Boston's North End neighborhood, VINOTECA di MONICA serves Rustic Regional Italian cuisine and Wine Spectator’s Grand Award for one of the largest Selections of Italian wines in the city.You no longer need to travel to Italy to experience the marriage between regional Italian food and wine. The menu focuses on the preservation of traditional regional dishes, with an unpretentious dedication to the true flavors that make regional Italian cuisine so popular. The art of pasta and bread making are carried out daily, for your sampling, where the freshest ingredients is an everyday affair. VINOTECA di MONICA is the result of Monica’s Restaurant evolution and our passion for the Italian culture and the big role food and wine plays in its preservation. Brought to you by the Mendoza Iturralde Family

8. Arya Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2784)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 32 times today

Located in Boston's historic North End, Arya Trattoria features a mix of modern and old world Italian cuisine while paying homage to Massimo family roots from abruzzi influences. The menu is built on a foundation of simple, fresh pastas and antipasti, as well as a healthy dose of grilled meats, fish, and poultry dishes. Well-loved favorites like limoncello marinated shrimp, Cavetelli con Agnello, and massimo's grandmother's Porchetta

9. Villa Francesca

4.4

Awesome(1978)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 16 times today

Ristorante Villa Francesca, in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts, is the brain child of Guglielmo Ranauro. Through his desire for perfection and pure love of the Italian cuisine, Guglielmo created Villa Francesca over thirty years ago. He bestowed the name Francesca after his mother, never forgetting the love and wonderful food she always provided while growing up just across the street from the restaurant. Villa Francesca boasts over 160 wine selections, and has received the prestigious Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator awards since 2007. You've got to try the raw bar!

10. Mamma Maria

4.8

Exceptional(5526)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 11 times today

More availability on our website. Our restaurant also offers unique private rooms for small parties starting at 4 people- email mammamariaboston@gmail.com to inquire. ----Superior local and seasonal ingredients distinguish our Italian cuisine. Our menu is updated daily to reflect market changes. Our setting is historical and unique. Five elegant dining rooms ( most with views of the city) are tucked throughout an antique brick townhouse overlooking North Square in the heart of Boston's North End neighborhood.

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Dane
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience overall! Our server was on point, provided exceptional service and knowledge with cocktails and cuisine!
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BriccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Lori
Greater Boston •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always an amazing meal. Food and drinks were delicious and service was great. Definitely a favorite spot
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TrescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.8
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DIANA
Orlando / Central Florida East •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This Play in really great the food, and there was absolutely wonderful. The oysters were fresh and so good. The clam rolls were out of this world french fries and coleslaw were excellent. The french fries were very different, but they were very crispy and had a great taste. This place is excellent. You need to go and try it out. Our waitress was absolutely wonderful also.
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Union Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Faneuil Hall
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our experience was fantastic. We ordered three different pastas cause we were excited to try. All three came out looking amazing tasted great. The service was spectacular and it is definitely one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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SteveVIP
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Atmosphere was great, service was exceptional and our server, Beto was superb.
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Lucca North EndPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.5

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