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Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA

Nico

4.6 (3885)
$30 and under
Italian
417 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Nick Varano invites you to enjoy superlative and classic Italian fare in this boldly colored and romantic atmosphere. NICO’s friendly and enthusiastic staff set the bar for quality customer service. The kitchen is under the direction and expertise of celebrated Boston chef, Farouk Bazoune.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Farouk Bazoune
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Cross street
    Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
  • Entertainment
    Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 3,885 people are saying

Nico reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nico in Boston's North End offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "fantastic food," "great service," and a "relaxed vibe." Diners appreciate the "authentic southern Italian cuisine," "amazing table-side cacio e pepe," and "excellent cocktails." Despite occasional noise issues, the "friendly and attentive staff" ensure guests feel welcomed and satisfied.
3,885 Reviews
  1. Christine

    Greater Boston1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We took my son for a celebratory dinner after his Northeastern graduation thinking this was a very good North End restaurant for that. Wow were we wrong. We were out in the basement area that was tight but that was ok since most of the restaurants are small there. Ten minutes go by and we finally ordered drinks. Only one was acceptable. The other three were like eating candy they were so sweet. We were the first table sat but by now there were 5 other tables sat down there. They put the music on so loud I couldn’t even hear my sins GF that was sitting right next to me talking so I asked them to lower it a bit. I actually called the Cantina Italiano at this point to see if they had any tables open but they were full so we stayed. Now one of the tables with a screaming 3 year old is getting food and our waiter hasn’t even come over to take our order. So we order finally after about 40 minutes and my BF orders the table side pasta just for the experience. All our food comes and the waiter asks him to come upstairs since they can’t bring the show down stairs since it is on wheels! Shouldn’t we have been told that when we ordered? We declined so they made it and brought it down. 35 dollars for pasta and olive oil with no show. The table next to us heard and also ordered it but he decided to go upstairs and watch. They actually handed him his plate and had him walk it to his table. The only good thing I can say is that the mussels and the caprese salad were good. Other than that I would never return to this place. Ruined my Mother’s Day and our Celebration all in one.

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  2. Gabriel VIP

    Monterrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy muy bueno. Deliciosa toda la comida que pedimos.

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  3. Michael

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An outstanding experience. The service was amazing, the food was delicious and as if it could net get better the live singer should have been on Broadway. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  4. Will

    Charleston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great service. If downstairs, can’t have table side Parmesan wheel pasta

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  5. Katie

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff were attentive and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the meatball appetizer

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  6. Nathan

    Montreal3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible table-side cacio e pepe. Best, most authentic, and tender carbonara I’ve ever had.

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  7. JoyR

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for my husbands 50th birthday because he loves Cacio e Pepe and this is one of the very few places that does it right at your table. Delicious!! It is the typical quaint north end eatery with very good food. It has two levels for dining. We were in the downstairs, but I would say the upstairs is slightly better ambience wise. My husband and son got the Cacio e Pepe which is a great experience to watch them make. I got the eggplant parm, which was also very good. For an app we got the arancini, which was also very good. We did not get desert since there is Miles and Modern pastry right there. I would highly recommend this place.

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  8. Deon Mobray

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining with tremendous atmosphere and service

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  9. John

    Greater Boston23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nico is our "go to" restaurant in the North End. By our count, this was our 37th visit. We always return due to the fantastic preparation of the classics and the introduction of new and intriguing offerings. Take a short stroll down Hanover Street to Nico and get ready to be amazed. You won't be disappointed.

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  10. Cody

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Food! Great Service. Would go again next time I’m in Boston.

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FAQs

Nico offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 742-0404.

Nico is rated 4.6 stars by 3885 OpenTable diners.

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

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417 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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