Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Faneuil Hall

178 restaurants available nearby

1. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6072)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 107 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.

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2. Union Oyster House

4.4

Awesome(8692)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Faneuil Hall

Booked 56 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.

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3. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6448)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 190 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.

4. Lucca North End

4.5

Awesome(3645)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 75 times today

On New Year's Eve we will be serving our regular dinner menu a la carte with a few exceptions and a few additions. Still taking reservations.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. Mare

4.7

Exceptional(2925)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 48 times today

Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine. Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

6. Riccardo's

4.5

Awesome(2739)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 28 times today

Riccardo's Ristorante is a family run business in the North End of Boston, across from Paul Revere's House. It has been recognized by local and national known food critiques as one of the best authentic Italian Restaurants in Boston. Now being run by Richie Jr., Riccardo's has the same fine standards and quality of food as always. The staff is highly trained and knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood Ricardo's never skimps on portions. Come and visit. Renew your love for Riccardo's.

7. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4183)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 43 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.

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8. Vinoteca di Monica

4.6

Exceptional(3420)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 40 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

9. Villa Francesca

4.4

Awesome(1956)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 29 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!

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10. Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf

4.4

Awesome(5951)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Faneuil Hall

Booked 33 times today

A local and visitor favorite, our Long Wharf location is perfectly situated near Boston's Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, and the New England Aquarium. Enjoy a seafood meal after exploring the city or embark on a cruise right from our doorstep. With an open lounge, large bar, private dining space, and seasonal patio, Long Wharf is a quintessential Boston dining experience.

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AnitaVIP
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent! The food was remarkable and service excellent
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MarePrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.7
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Tim
Greater Boston •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent- Had Short Ribs, and wife had Pork Shank. Added Mussels as appetizer which was also excellent. A little loud for a Tuesday night in January, but should probably expect for North End. Wolmar was the best and very attentive waiter.
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BriccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Jeff
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always my #1 go to. Everything is always perfect across board. Service, food, ambience, etc. A+
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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WendyVIP
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great experience! The staff was friendly and efficient, there were no issues with noise and the food was exceptional. Will definitely return!
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Lucca North EndPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.5
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William
Central and Western MA •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 8, 2025
This establishment did an outstanding job at fulfilling our requests and seated us at the table I had specifically asked for. The food was delicious and the prices are fairly reasonable, but the service was above and beyond tonight. Thank you Union Oyster House servers!!!
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Union Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Faneuil Hall
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4.4

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178 restaurants available nearby

1. Bricco

2. Union Oyster House

3. Trattoria Il Panino

4. Lucca North End

5. Mare

6. Riccardo's

7. Tresca

8. Vinoteca di Monica

9. Villa Francesca

10. Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf

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