Ciao Roma

4.8

1051 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Jan 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 80 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Romantic

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

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Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 829-4975
Website
http://ciaoromanorthend.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Ciao Roma offers a few different options for your next private dining event. From casual get togethers to company holiday parties to showers and receptions, we'd be glad to offer space from just a few guests up to 100.
Private party contact
Anna White: (617) 620-9032

Location
5A North Sq, Boston, MA 02113
Neighborhood
North End
Cross street
Prince Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Haymarket Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Monday Night Date Night!
Multiple dates available
Join us for a 3 course dinner for 2 for $59 total! Includes a shared appetizer, 2 entrees, and a shared dessert. This special runs January thru end of April. Menu (to share for 2 guests) First (choose 1): Caesar salad, Arancini, Meatballs, Bruschetta Second (choose 2): Gnocchi, Fusilli alla Vodka, Bolognese, Chicken Parm, Eggplant Parm Third (choose 1): Tiramisu, Cannoli Trio Add a bottle of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo or Pinot Grigio for additional cost.

Popular dishes

Prosciutto di Parma$22.00
24 mo. Prosciutto di Parma, Arugula, Ricotta Salata, Honeycrisp Apple, Toasted Pine Nut, Saba
Formaggi e Salumi$21.00
24 mo. Prosciutto di Parma, Salame, Sola di Latte Bufala, Taleggio, Honeycrisp Apple, Orange Honey
Burrata Bruschetta$19.00
Burrata, Roasted Delicata Squash, Crispy Sage, Aceto Balsamico, Toasted Bread
Carciofi alla Romana$17.00
Braised Artichokes, Meyer Lemon, Mint, Arugula
Caesar Salad$18.00
Romaine, Radicchio, House-made Garlic Croutons, Grana Padano
Polpo All'Arrabbiata$19.00
Spanish Octopus, Roasted Potatoes, Calabrian Chili, Kalamata Olives, 'Nduja
Calamari$21.00
Lightly Fried Local Calamari, Cherry Peppers, Marinara
Polpette$19.00
Beef Meatballs, Pomodoro, Parmigiano
Arancini$17.00
Fried Risotto, Mozzarella, Pomodoro
Bruschetta
(choose 1) Ricotta, Lardo, Orange Honey / Semi-Dried Tomato, Stracciatella & Herb
- ea$10.00

Pasta

Fresh pasta made fresh in-house daily. GF Pasta available. Add homemade Ricotta $4

Fusilli alla Vodka$27.00
Pomodoro, Vodka, Cream, Breadcrumb
Tagliatelle al Funghi Trifolati$27.00
Trumpet Mushrooms, Garlic, Chili, Parmigiano, Hand-Cut Pasta
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$27.00
Potato Gnocchi, Pomodoro, Basil, Mozzarella
Butternut Squash Mezzalune$28.00
Butternut Squash, Crispy Sage, Brown Butter, Roasted Pistachio
Linguini alle Vongole$29.00
Manila Clams, Garlic, Chili, Cherry Tomato, Squid Ink Linguini
Shrimp Scampi$29.00
Lemon, Garlic, Chili, Capers, Semi-Dried Tomato, Spaghetti
Cavatelli$28.00
Sausage Abruzzese, Broccoli Rabe, Parmigiano
Pappardelle Bolognese$28.00
Veal, Beef and Pancetta Ragu, Parmigiano
Rigatoni & Sunday Ragu$29.00
Meatball, Braised Short Rib, Sausage, Parmigiano
Lasagna (Sunday Only)$29.00
Braised Short Rib, Meatball & Sausage Ragu, House-made Ricotta

Secondi

Chicken Parmigiana$30.00
Mezzi Rigatoni, Pomodoro, Mozzarella
Eggplant Parmigiana$28.00
Pomodoro, Spinach, Roasted Peppers, Mozzarella, Parmigiano
Salmon Salmoriglio$36.00
Asparagus, Broccoli, Roasted Peppers, Lemon, Garlic, Parsley
Porcini Crusted Skirt Steak$38.00
Porcini Dry Rub, Aceto Balsamico, Broccoli Rabe, Garlic Parm Potatoes

Contorni

$10

Broccoli Rabe & Chili
Arugula & Lemon Salad

What 1,051 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ciao Roma offers an enchanting dining experience with "great food" and "amazing service" in Boston's North End. Guests appreciate the "charming" ambiance, festive decorations, and thoughtful touches for special occasions. The outdoor seating area provides a "quintessential" European vibe. It's a highly recommended spot for celebrations or cozy dinners.

1,051 Reviews

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Julia
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience here for our anniversary dinner. The ambience was so intimate and relaxing. The prices were very reasonable for the what you were getting and the service was spectacular! Would 100% go again for another special occasion!
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Joe
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The upstairs restaurant has a cozy, homey feel We had excellent service and great food. It was not too loud/busy, and the Sunday lasagne was very much enjoyed. We'll be back!
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Lynn
VIP
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing! Go on Sunday for lasagna. Bolognese was delicious also. Nice ambiance.
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Nicole
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Confetti, card, Prosecco, and special menu for our anniversary!
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Rafa
Maine
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We told them it was our anniversary and they decorated our entire table and gave us specialized menus! The service was incredible the entire night and so was the food!
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Julie
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Ordered the steak wasn’t thrilled but the bolognese was very good.
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Sophie
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of my favorite north end restaurants, we had a great time, staff was so friendly and accommodating and the food is incredible
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Ada
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrating a birthday and they made the experience so special and intimate! Food was good and service was great.
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steve
VIP
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing atmosphere. Great food and wine. Get an upstairs table.
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Ashlee
Greater Boston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great experience!! booked last minute on new year’s eve and had excellent service, the staff made it fun by shutting lights off for the countdown and saw fireworks right outside the window! highly recommend
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FAQs

Ciao Roma offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 829-4975.

Ciao Roma is rated 4.8 stars by 1051 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 80 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

5A North Sq, Boston, MA 02113

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Prince Street
Neighborhood
North End
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Haymarket Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://ciaoromanorthend.com/
Phone number
(617) 829-4975
Private party facilities
Ciao Roma offers a few different options for your next private dining event. From casual get togethers to company holiday parties to showers and receptions, we'd be glad to offer space from just a few guests up to 100.
Private party contact
Anna White: (617) 620-9032

Ciao Roma

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Monday Night Date Night!

Ciao Roma Benedict

Rigatoni & Sunday Ragu

Espresso Martini

Antipasti

Prosciutto di Parma$22.00

Formaggi e Salumi$21.00

Burrata Bruschetta$19.00

Carciofi alla Romana$17.00

Caesar Salad$18.00

Polpo All'Arrabbiata$19.00

Calamari$21.00

Polpette$19.00

Arancini$17.00

Bruschetta

Pasta

Fusilli alla Vodka$27.00

Tagliatelle al Funghi Trifolati$27.00

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$27.00

Butternut Squash Mezzalune$28.00

Linguini alle Vongole$29.00

Shrimp Scampi$29.00

Cavatelli$28.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$28.00

Rigatoni & Sunday Ragu$29.00

Lasagna (Sunday Only)$29.00

Secondi

Chicken Parmigiana$30.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$28.00

Salmon Salmoriglio$36.00

Porcini Crusted Skirt Steak$38.00

Contorni

Broccoli Rabe & Chili

Arugula & Lemon Salad

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Ciao Roma offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ciao Roma restaurant rated?

Is Ciao Roma currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information