Aqua Pazza

4.5

824 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109-1414

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2 people

Apr 21, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Oyster bar & Italian Kitchen located on the freedom trail in the North End. Frank DePasquale brings to you the best of all his locations into one boutique restaurant

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Oyster Bar
Hours of operation
Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(857) 350-3105
Website
http://www.aquapazza-boston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109-1414
Neighborhood
North End
Parking details
may also valet with us at Bricco 241 Hanover st.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Caesar$13.99
Baby Romaine / Mascarpone / Lemon / Ricotta Balls
Insalata Mista$13.99
Passion Fruit Purée / Roasted Pears Parmigiano / Cheese Crostini / Spicy Pecans
Traditional Meatballs$18.98
Certified Angus Beef / Pomodoro / Whipped Ricotta
Burrata$21.99
Homemade Tomato Jam / Balsamic / Pistachjio
Cacio e Pepe with Arnacini$18.98
Breaded Rice Ball / Black Pepper / Pecorino
Shrimp Scampi$23.99
Lemon / Cherry Tomatoes / Sformatino di Patate
Grilled Octopus Positano Style$20.99
Eggplant Caponata / Burrata
Zucchini Flowers & Chips$20.99
Goat Cheese / Lemon / Truffle Honey (seasonal)
Dry Aged Beef Carpaccio$22.99
Baby Kale / Parmigiano / Truffle Essence
Eggplant Parmigiana$18.98
Layered Eggplant / Fior di Latte / Pomodoro / Basil
Calamari & Fritto Misto$22.99
Calamari / Scallops / Shrimp / Pickled Jalapeno / Fried Onion Strings / Tartar Dip
Charcuterie$23.99
Mortadella / Sopressata / Parma Prosciutto / Italian Cheeses

Raw / Crudo

Oysters$0.00
Blood Orange Mignonette / Horseradish / Cocktail Sauce
- Market$0.00
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$10.99
Salmon Crudo$18.98
Lemon Basil Puree | Pickled Scallions Ginger Vinaigrette
Tuna Crudo$19.98
Truffle Mascarpone / Potato Stick / Shaved Black Truffle
Kampachi Tartare$23.99
Avocado / Jalapeño / Cilantro / Spoonbill Caviar / Yuzu Ponzu
Alaskan King Crab$0.00
Hot or Cold
- Market$0.00
1/2 Aquapazza Seafood Tower$0.00
12 Oysters / 2 Shrimp Cocktail / 1/4 Chicken Lobster / Alaskan King Crab
- Market$0.00
Aquapazza Seafood Tower$0.00
24 Oysters / 4 Shrimp Cocktail / 1/2 Chicken Lobster / Alaskan King Crab
- Market$0.00

Primi / Pasta

Homemade Spaghetti & Meatballs$27.99
San Marzano Tomato / Basil / Garlic / Grana / Meatballs
DePasquale's Famous Manicotti$26.99
Fresh Ricotta / Parmigano / Bufala Mozzarella / Collino Tomato / Basil
Cacio e Pepe$26.99
Black Pepper Fettuccine / Pecorino
Nerano (Zucchini Pasta)$26.99
Zucchini / Provolone del Monaco / Parmigiano
Lobster Pillows$31.99
Ravioli / Mediterranean Fish Fumet
Gnocchi$28.99
Brown Butter / Potato / Chives / Smoked Pancetta
Homemade Spaghetti Vongole$31.99
Chitarrine / Manilla Clams / White Wine / Garlic
Pappardelle al Cinghiale$31.99
Wild Boar / Red Wine / Porcini Mushrooms
Risotto of the Day$0.00
Chef's Daily Selection
- Market$0.00

Secondi

Wagyu Burger$28.99
Black Truffle Aioli / Guanciale / Red Onion Jam
Chicken Parmigiana$31.99
A North End Classic
7-Spice Brick Chicken$34.99
7 Spice Marinated Half Chicken, Roasted "Under the Brick", Swiss Chard stuffed with Truffle Potatoes
Salmon$35.99
Pink Peppercorn / Pear / Topped with Romesco
Orata$42.99
Whole Boneless Fish / Vin Blanc / Artichokes
Veal Chop Milanese$56.99
Bone In / Arugula / Lemon / Grana Padana
Certified Angus 12oz Prime Filet Mignon$63.99
Wild Mushroom Demi / Bone Marrow
Braised Beef Short Ribs$39.99
Creamy Parmigiano Polenta / Roasted Chestnuts / Red Wine Reduction / Sweet Italian Glaze
Whole Seasonal Fish (Carved Tableside)$0.00
Dover Sole / Orata / Branzino / Snapper
- Market$0.00
Aqua Pazza (Catch of the Day)$0.00
Mussels / Clams / White Wine / Garlic / Roasted Potatoes
- Market$0.00

Contorni

Italian Fries$12.99
Shishito Peppers$12.99
Bonito / Smoked Salt
Baby Brussels Sprouts$14.99
Pancetta / Sweet Black Balsamic
Double Mashed Potatoes$12.99
Broccoli Rabe$14.99
Crispy Shallots / Mascarpone / Lemon
Wild Mushrooms$13.99
Fresh Herbs / Shallots / Sesame

I Dolci

Key Lime Pie$14.00
Tart, sweet, classic with graham cracker crust
Chocolate Mousse$13.00
Dark chocolate with whipped cream
Mixed Berries$13.00
Mint, honey, limoncello topped with Lemon Sorbetto
Cannoli Siciliano$12.00
Whipped ricotta & chocolate chips
Deconstructed Tiramisú$14.00
Sponge cake soaked in coffee liquor & mascarpone cream

Liquore Caffe Caldo

Italian Coffee$15.00
amaretto, kahlua, coffee, whipped cream
Roman Coffee$13.00
sambuca, coffee, whipped cream
Sicilian Coffee$13.00
amaretto, coffee, whipped cream
Caffe Nocciola$13.00
hazelnut, coffee, whipped cream

What 824 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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Aqua Pazza dazzles with "excellent service" and "tremendous food." Guests rave about the "exceptional" and "attentive" staff, making it a perfect spot for celebrations. The menu boasts highlights like "fresh oysters" and "perfect portion sizes." Despite its small size, the restaurant offers a "wonderful atmosphere" and memorable dining experiences.

824 Reviews

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Fred VIP
Columbus7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, tremendous food and a great environment. Aqua Pazza is our favorite place in the North End.
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Barbara
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful evening at Aqua Pazza. Service and food were excellent. We were celebrating my birthday with family and friends. The staff went out of their way to make the evening special.
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Steven
Greater Boston7 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great, food ehh, I’m surprised because it’s been very good before
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Margaret VIP
Greater Boston540 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Wow. Attentive service, delicious food, very high-quality ingredients, which is clear in every dish. We will definitely be back. Thank you.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and great food. Service was pretty good. Zucchini flowers are amazing
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
worst espresso martini I’ve ever had Sat at the bar which may skew my experience, I can see how sitting at a table would be nice. I did have a reservation but accepted the ‘bar’ as I could see there were no tables and I was a tad early. The bar is really a counter with not enough overhang with a stool in front of it. Felt very strange and out of place Oysters ✨✨✨✨✨ delish! Otherwise food was simply decent. I wouldn’t come back, aside from potentially for the fresh oysters
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Ryan
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely perfect meal and experience. I have simply never had better service at any restaurant in my life. The front desk staff, bartender, and all the servers were amazing. My and my friend got there early, sat at the bar while waiting for a late freind. The staff was understanding and accommodating. We thought the man floor manager was notably professional and welcoming. My friends and I wanted to try this place for 'Boston Dine Week' and git the special from that menu. Everyone's meal was perfect. I especially loved the short rib and tuna crudo. I plan to add this restaurant to my date rotation in the future. - Ryan S.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect spot for a birthday celebration! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was exceptional—attentive, friendly, and made the night feel extra special. A memorable experience all around!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Table is so tiny and the space is small. The room temperature was not comfortable and we felt cold that night. Food was alright.
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Joanne VIP
Greater Boston19 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our friendly greeting set the tone for our meal at Aqua Pazza. The oyster selection was excellent and delicious. The arancini balls were small but packed a flavor punch. Gnocchi was tasty but very rich. The seafood risotto had a nice piece of salmon but otherwise lacked any other seafood. The short rib polenta was also very rich but satisfying. Service friendly. We were not rushed on a Friday night, which was appreciated. If you're looking for an above average Italian meal with several seafood options and a nice Italian heavy wine list, this is your place.
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FAQs

Aqua Pazza is rated 4.5 stars by 824 OpenTable diners.

Aqua Pazza does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 21, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109-1414

Additional information

Neighborhood
North End
Hours of operation
Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
may also valet with us at Bricco 241 Hanover st.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aquapazza-boston.com/
Phone number
(857) 350-3105

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Aqua Pazza

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About this restaurant

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Gnocchi

Pappardelle al Cinghiale

Oysters

Caviar Service

Caviar Service$159.99

Antipasto / Appetizer

Caesar$13.99

Insalata Mista$13.99

Traditional Meatballs$18.98

Burrata$21.99

Cacio e Pepe with Arnacini$18.98

Shrimp Scampi$23.99

Grilled Octopus Positano Style$20.99

Zucchini Flowers & Chips$20.99

Dry Aged Beef Carpaccio$22.99

Eggplant Parmigiana$18.98

Calamari & Fritto Misto$22.99

Charcuterie$23.99

Raw / Crudo

Oysters$0.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$10.99

Salmon Crudo$18.98

Tuna Crudo$19.98

Kampachi Tartare$23.99

Alaskan King Crab$0.00

1/2 Aquapazza Seafood Tower$0.00

Aquapazza Seafood Tower$0.00

Primi / Pasta

Homemade Spaghetti & Meatballs$27.99

DePasquale's Famous Manicotti$26.99

Cacio e Pepe$26.99

Nerano (Zucchini Pasta)$26.99

Lobster Pillows$31.99

Gnocchi$28.99

Homemade Spaghetti Vongole$31.99

Pappardelle al Cinghiale$31.99

Risotto of the Day$0.00

Secondi

Wagyu Burger$28.99

Chicken Parmigiana$31.99

7-Spice Brick Chicken$34.99

Salmon$35.99

Orata$42.99

Veal Chop Milanese$56.99

Certified Angus 12oz Prime Filet Mignon$63.99

Braised Beef Short Ribs$39.99

Whole Seasonal Fish (Carved Tableside)$0.00

Aqua Pazza (Catch of the Day)$0.00

Contorni

Italian Fries$12.99

Shishito Peppers$12.99

Baby Brussels Sprouts$14.99

Double Mashed Potatoes$12.99

Broccoli Rabe$14.99

Wild Mushrooms$13.99

I Dolci

Key Lime Pie$14.00

Chocolate Mousse$13.00

Mixed Berries$13.00

Cannoli Siciliano$12.00

Deconstructed Tiramisú$14.00

Liquore Caffe Caldo

Italian Coffee$15.00

Roman Coffee$13.00

Sicilian Coffee$13.00

Caffe Nocciola$13.00

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