Best Cozy Restaurants in East Boston

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1. The Red Fox

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 55 times today

The Red Fox is an Italian American restaurant and lounge brought to you by All Day Hospitality Group (Tony & Elaine's, Ciao Roma, Farmacia, Ward 8). The focus of the menu is on handmade pasta and a mix of throwback dishes and Italian classics, with a fantastic cocktail menu with nostalgic martinis and high quality seasonal cocktails, and an excellent wine list. Located in The North End, The Red Fox pays homage to the Italian American neighborhood and some of the great old school establishments in the city.

2. Prima

4.8

Exceptional(744)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Charlestown

Booked 75 times today

Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.

3. South End Buttery

4.5

Awesome(2396)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 14 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

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4. Waverly Kitchen and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(348)

Price: Expensive

• American • Charlestown

Booked 67 times today

Located in the heart of Charlestown, Boston, just steps away from the Bunker Hill Monument and the Freedom Trail, Waverly Charlestown is a neighborhood restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Join us for a legendary brunch, dinner, and cocktails in our cozy dining room, or grab coffee and lunch on the go. Breakfast and brunch fans, this is for you! You don't want to miss our signature banana bread, housemade corned beef hash, and refreshing and creative cocktails! Come and enjoy a cozy dinner by the fireplace or watch the chef's at work at our kitchen counter. Walk-ins are always accepted at our intimate bar. We're looking forward to seeing you!

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5. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6394)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 240 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.

6. Riccardo's

4.4

Awesome(2709)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 26 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. Ciao Roma

4.7

Exceptional(1029)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 49 times today

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.

8. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(1775)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 81 times today

Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.

9. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2257)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 36 times today

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

10. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6024)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 120 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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catvip
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Absolutely fantastic dining experience at prima! Stunning interior and incredible service from our waitress. Drinks are pricey but food is super good quality and relatively priced!
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PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
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4.8
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GuyP
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Super charming restaurant. We sat at the bar and the bartender couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating. Food was outstanding and there was plenty of it. Can't wait to return.
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The Red FoxPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Sara
Greater Boston •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
We went in the winter and the downstairs is cozy with the fireplace. The food was fresh, seasoned and nicely presented. It was a busy Saturday evening and service lagged little near the end of our meal. We would return again and recommend you try it too.
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South End ButteryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• South End
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4.5
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Nicholasvip
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I can say the food was exceptional good. I had the lasagna and my wife had the gnocchi Both we fabulous The flavors of the gravy and the fresh pasta was really good The mamas meatballs was so tasty I would recommend to anyone if you have not experienced
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Deborahvip
Greater Boston •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time at Waverly on the recommendation of a friend from the neighborhood. Went early on a Friday night and glad we did as the place was very busy. Service was outstanding - our 2 waitresses were wonderful as was the hostess. Food was delicious!!
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Waverly Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• American• Charlestown
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4.8

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237 restaurants available nearby

1. The Red Fox

2. Prima

3. South End Buttery

4. Waverly Kitchen and Bar

5. Trattoria Il Panino

6. Riccardo's

7. Ciao Roma

8. Krasi

9. Pammy's

10. Bricco

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