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Isabella, Boston, MA

Isabella

4.6
4.6
751 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:30 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
We are open every day,on freedom trail,next to Paul Revere house.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 227-7300
  • Website
    http://Isabellasboston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chris
  • Catering
    We do catering
  • Private party facilities
    We do private events for large parties,for details you can call the restaurant
  • Location
    2 Prince St, Boston, MA 02113-2409
  • Neighbourhood
    North End
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Appetizer

  • Antipasto di CasaUS$15.00

    Prosciutto, salami, sopressata, cheese, Bruschetta Artichoke

    • BruschettaUS$12.00

      Toasted ciabatta bread; topped with fresh Tomatoes, onions, garlic, EVOO, basil

      • Shrimp ScampiUS$15.00

        Garlic, lemon, white wine sauce

        • Fried CalamariUS$15.00

          Served with marinara; thinly fried cherry peppers

          • ArugulaUS$12.00

            EVOO and lemon

            • Caesar SaladUS$11.00

              Caesar dressing with no yolk; Parmigiano croutons

              • BurrataUS$14.00

                Served on thinly sliced prosciutto; ripped tomatoes, basil, EVOO, balsamic glaze

                • Mozzarella CapreseUS$13.00

                  With Vine Ripe tomatoes; EVOO balsamic glaze

                  • Pan-Roasted MusselsUS$14.00

                    With garlic, EVOO and marinara sauce

                    • Pan-Roasted ClamsUS$15.00

                      With littleneck clams; garlic, lemon, white wine sauce

                      • Italian SausageUS$13.00

                        Sauteed italian sausage, roasted peppers, cherry peppers, mozzarella cheese with white wine sauce

                        • Spinach with Pine Nuts & RaisinsUS$12.00

                          Sauteed spinach with pine nuts and raisins

                          Pasta

                          • Tagliatelle BologneseUS$22.00

                            Classic Bolognese; meat and pork with tomato ragu

                            • Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$22.00

                              Crisp pancetta, caramelized onion-creamy egg yolk

                              • Spaghetti ArrabbiataUS$19.00

                                Spicy tomato sauce, basil

                                • Penne PuttanescaUS$20.00

                                  Tomatoes, capers, olives & anchovies

                                  • Gnocchi AmatricianaUS$21.00

                                    Italian pancetta, onions & san marzano tomato

                                    • Gnocchi PestoUS$21.00

                                      Fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmigiano

                                      • Ravioli di RicottaUS$21.00

                                        Ricotta cheese ravioli with San Marzano sauce

                                        • Lobster RavioliUS$27.00

                                          Onions, herbs, vodka pink sauce

                                          • Linguini Frutti di MareUS$28.00

                                            Jumbo shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari tomato sauce

                                            • Linguini alle VongoleUS$24.00

                                              Littleneck clams; garlic, lemon white wine

                                              • Shrimp Scampi with SpaghettiUS$24.00

                                                Jumbo shrimp garlic, lemon, white wine

                                                • Fettuccine AlfredoUS$21.00

                                                  Classic, cream, egg yolk pernigiano-mascarpone

                                                  • Penne Italian SausageUS$22.00

                                                    Sauteed EVOO with garlic sausage, broccoli rabe, cherry peppers

                                                    • Penne with Chicken & BroccoliUS$23.00

                                                      Alfredo sauce

                                                      • Penne Chicken VodkaUS$23.00

                                                        Chicken with spinach, vodka pink sauce

                                                        Entrées

                                                        • Veal ParmigianaUS$23.00

                                                          Served with penne

                                                          • Veal SaltimboccaUS$23.00

                                                            Tender medallions, topped with sage, Prosciutto, spinach & mozzarella; Served over vegetables

                                                            • Veal MarsalaUS$22.00

                                                              Tender medallions; caramelized onions; Wine mushrooms with marsala wine; Served over vegetables

                                                              • Chicken MarsalaUS$22.00

                                                                Caramelized onions; Wine mushrooms with marsala wine; Served with vegetables

                                                                • Chicken CacciatoreUS$21.00

                                                                  Tender boneless breast; wild mushrooms, peppers, tomatoes, onions, capers With white wine Served with penne pasta

                                                                  • Chicken RisottoUS$22.00

                                                                    Boneless breast, white mushrooms, marsala wine, with spinach risotto

                                                                    • Chicken ParmigianaUS$21.00

                                                                      Breaded chicken topped with mozzarella and marinara, served with penne

                                                                      • Cod PuttanescaUS$23.00

                                                                        Tomatoes, capers, olives & anchovies

                                                                        • Cod RisottoUS$23.00

                                                                          On a bed of spinach risotto

                                                                          • Salmon PicattaUS$24.00

                                                                            Capers, roasted peppers, lemon, white wine

                                                                            • Shrimp RisottoUS$24.00

                                                                              Jumbo shrimp seafood, spinach risotto

                                                                              Pastries

                                                                              • TiramisuUS$8.00

                                                                                • CannoliUS$7.00

                                                                                  • Gelato VanillaUS$6.00

                                                                                    • Cream CaramelUS$8.00

                                                                                      Last updated: February 1, 2022

                                                                                      What 751 people are saying

                                                                                      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
                                                                                      • 4.6Food
                                                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                                                      • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                      • 4.5Value

                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                      Isabella's is a charming Italian restaurant in Boston's North End offering a "cozy" ambiance and "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian cuisine" and attentive staff. While the space is intimate, making reservations essential, the "outstanding" dishes like chicken parmigiana and lobster ravioli make it a must-visit spot.

                                                                                      751 Reviews

                                                                                      1. Wendy

                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        9 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Definitely need a reservation. Food was very good and good menu. We felt a little rushed while dining but will definitely go back and eat again.

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                                                                                      2. Lynn

                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        7 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        We were happy with both food and ambience. Just a note, they don’t have a full bar but do have select cocktails, beer and wine.

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                                                                                      3. Jane

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                        The food was good but just wasn’t great. It was a cute restaurant tucked into the north end but not better than local Italian food I can get at home.

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                                                                                      4. krista

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        It’s always an amazing experience at Isabella’s It has become our go to when we have a celebration. The staff is attentive and the food is amazing

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                                                                                      5. Jennifer

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on December 25, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                        We were very grateful the restaurant was even open on Christmas Eve and they accommodated our party of 7.

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                                                                                      6. Scott

                                                                                        Charleston

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on December 23, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Always great food and one of the better values for the quality you get. Service is good but a bit brisk. Attentive but not a bit rushed, which is on par for the North End. Never disappointed here. Among so many choices in this neighborhood you can’t go wrong here. Tried the veal for the first time. Outstanding!!

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                                                                                      7. Charles

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on December 18, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Best Italian food we’ve had since moving from NYC 10 years ago. Eggplant parm excellent. Meatball appetizer excellent. Burata excellent. Service great. Love this restaurant and it has already become my favorite in Boston. Also a very easy walk from north station.

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                                                                                      8. Zac

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        1.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined on December 16, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                                                        Pasta felt as if it had been frozen multiple times before used. Gnocchi was just a ball of dough. Margarita seemed to be made with a mix and was terrible.

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                                                                                      9. Kimberly

                                                                                        Greater Boston

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Dined at Isabella’s last night with my husband, son and daughter. Everything - the service, atmosphere and the food (oh the food!!) were fantastic! We were fortunate enough to have the table in the window which was charming and fun. We started with calamari which was perfectly golden and delicious. I had the veal parm and others had the lobster ravioli, pasta bolognese, and the gnocchi. Each of us loved our meals and the portion sizes were quite generous. We will absolutely be returning!

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                                                                                      10. Stephanie

                                                                                        Denver

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        We loved Isabella. The staff, service, food and atmosphere were all wonderful. We were in town to attend a conference and myself and two friends celebrated our last night in Boston and a birthday at Isabella.

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                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                      Isabella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 227-7300.

                                                                                      Isabella is rated 4.6 stars by 751 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                      Make a reservation

                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                      8:30 p.m.
                                                                                      Booked 32 times today

                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                      Google Map for Isabella

                                                                                      2 Prince St, Boston, MA 02113-2409

                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                      • Neighbourhood
                                                                                        North End
                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                        Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                        Italian
                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                        None
                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                        Chris
                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                        Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                        http://Isabellasboston.com/
                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                        (617) 227-7300
                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                        We do catering
                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                        We do private events for large parties,for details you can call the restaurant
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