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Bar Mezzana, Boston, MA

Bar Mezzana

4.8
4.8
1489 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
360 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts.
Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 530-1770
  • Website
    http://www.barmezzana.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Catering
    We do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Bar Mezzana offers a wide variety of event options. Our private dining room hosts up to 12 guests for a seated dinner, or 15 for a standing reception. Our semi-private dining room can accommodate up to 45 for a seated dinner or reception. The restaurant is also available for a full buyout.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    360 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Cross street
    Traveler Street
  • Parking details
    Discounted parking available for the lot at the corner of Albany Street & Traveler Street, INK UNDERGROUND (Laz Lot #5, 90 Traveler St.). The lot is beneath Interstate 93. Please bring ticket to host stand for validation. $5 per car, paid in the lot. See website for further details. Public Parking: There is metered parking along Harrison Avenue. Please do not park in the Whole Foods lot or the Sepia lot as those lots are monitored and vehicles will be towed. Valet: Not currently offered.
  • Public transit
    Red Line Broadway T stop - cross over New Broadway bridge and continue straight on Traveler St.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Sicily Wine Dinner

    $85.00 per person

    May 29, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025
    Discover the bold, sun-soaked wines of Sicily! From the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna to the coastal vineyards of Marsala, explore the island’s diverse varietals paired with a Sicilian-inspired menu. Each month, we explore exciting regions, themes, and cuisines in our Wine Cellar Series. Enjoy a four-course tasting menu crafted by Chef Colin Lynch, with optional ($45 per person) expertly curated wine pairings by Beverage Director Ryan Lotz. Stay tuned for the menu via Instagram and our newsletters! *menu and pricing subject to change, available from Thursday, May 29th - Sunday, June 1st in our dining room, bar, lounge, and patio. We ask that the entire party participate. Payment due at restaurant, a credit card is required for our cancellation policy.

  • Farmer's Market Wine Dinner

    $85.00 per person

    Jun 26, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025
    Summer is here and we're celebrating! Join us for a Farmer's Market-inspired feast, perfectly paired with bright, seasonal wines that highlight the best of summer's bounty. Each month, we explore exciting regions, themes, and cuisines in our Wine Cellar Series. Enjoy a four-course tasting menu crafted by Chef Colin Lynch, with optional ($45 per person) expertly curated wine pairings by Beverage Director Ryan Lotz. Stay tuned for the menu via Instagram and our newsletters! *menu and pricing subject to change, available from Thursday, June 26th - Sunday, June 29th in our dining room, bar, lounge, and patio. We ask that the entire party participate. Payment due at restaurant, a credit card is required for our cancellation policy.

Menu

Bar Mezzana's menu was last updated 2023-08-27.

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What 1,489 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Mezzana delights with "authentically Italian" cuisine and a "superb" beverage program. Patrons rave about the "excellent cocktails, delicious family style" dishes, and attentive service. Notable mentions include the "gnocchi alla vodka" and "lobster paccheri." While the vibrant atmosphere can be lively, the "great staff" ensures a memorable experience.
1,489 Reviews

  1. Chi

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had their 4 course wine pairing menu. But also added an order of octopus which is a favorite of mine. The kitchen sent out a complimentary chicken pate dish out as well. The sommelier was very knowledgeable of the wine and their histories. This place never lets me down. Highly recommended

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  2. Leslie VIP

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Tough service on a Wednesday night, very slow and inattentive staff. Food lacked flavor and was not impressive (just like I’ve experienced at all the restaurants in this restaurant group). Moldy basil in my cocktail. The only positive part was the drinks, minus the moldy basil- if you’re planning on coming here I would come from a drink and maybe an app.

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  3. Emily

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and very well done. Portion sizes were quite small for what they advertise as “family style.”

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  4. Jose Guillermo

    Mexico City10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was really good, with great quality ingredients. The portions of the pasta were way to small for what we paid. Nevertheless, I highly recommend this place for some real good pastas.

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  5. Timothy

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fresh and delish! Make sure to get a bunch of plates to share with everyone at your table! It’s family style, but the portions are on the smaller side. Totally going back!

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  6. Justo VIP

    Philadelphia89 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great find in Boston! Fantastic food, menu. Place and aervice

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  7. mark

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding in every way . Our favorite restaurant in Boston. Food-delicious , unique, beautifully plated, Awesome smoked eggplant with grilled sourdough slices, perfectly cooked pastas-Bolognese is mouth watering packed with fresh ingredients and flavors. Service-great team , Alex is our go to waiter. Great value- consistently great experience.

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  8. Carolina

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    New *Be aware if you go with little ones* We were there today and it was extremely cold outside, four adults and one 3 year old girl. Our server was wonderful his name was “Morgan” and it was the only helpful person there. To begin with we got there and we were sited outside and it was raining. We asked if there was any chance to get a table inside and the refused a gentleman that works there told us that they were ready to go and there was no chance to get a table inside. After 15 minutes there a family sitting next to us request to be sited inside and all the sudden they get a table and we were there first. We were sat in the only space with only one working heater in there outside area. We were so disappointed that we didn’t even get much food. We wanted just to run away from there. Our server was very nice and that is the only thing we have to value about the place. A restaurant with so many good reviews and located in a good part of the city should at least have decent high chairs. They have the worst most uncomfortable high chairs that not even let the kids get close to the table. HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE WILL NEVER GO BACK WHEN WE VSIT BOSTON. BE AWARE IF YOU WANT TO BRING A LITTLE ONE THERE.

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  9. Mary VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was fantastic. Chatted for awhile and he gave us tons of olives to snack on

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  10. John

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bar Mezzana brings the vibes and backs it up—killer crudo, top-tier cocktails, and service that actually makes you feel like a regular. It’s our cheat code for a great night out

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FAQs

Bar Mezzana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 530-1770.

Bar Mezzana is rated 4.8 stars by 1489 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. South End

Make a reservation

Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bar Mezzana

360 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Traveler Street
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Discounted parking available for the lot at the corner of Albany Street & Traveler Street, INK UNDERGROUND (Laz Lot #5, 90 Traveler St.). The lot is beneath Interstate 93. Please bring ticket to host stand for validation. $5 per car, paid in the lot. See website for further details. Public Parking: There is metered parking along Harrison Avenue. Please do not park in the Whole Foods lot or the Sepia lot as those lots are monitored and vehicles will be towed. Valet: Not currently offered.
  • Public transit
    Red Line Broadway T stop - cross over New Broadway bridge and continue straight on Traveler St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.barmezzana.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 530-1770
  • Catering
    We do not offer catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Bar Mezzana offers a wide variety of event options. Our private dining room hosts up to 12 guests for a seated dinner, or 15 for a standing reception. Our semi-private dining room can accommodate up to 45 for a seated dinner or reception. The restaurant is also available for a full buyout.

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