Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Dorchester
Molinari's, Dorchester Center, MA

Molinari's

4.8
4.8
457 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
“I wanted to do a place with good Italian comfort food. The simplicity of it, the freshness of it, the quality of ingredients that you get to work with.” They specialize in that quintessential Italian comfort food – pizza. “I think it’s great that the city of Boston is turning around and starting to become known for pizza like the other big cities in the country,” he said. “It is such a simple food but it all comes down to the quality of ingredients.” It’s all done out of an open kitchen where the star of the show is Molinari’s wood burning oven.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 825-1700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jeffrey L. Cincotta
  • Catering
    Catering menu available
  • Neighbourhood
    Dorchester
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

What 457 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Value

  • Greater Boston

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Greater Boston

    Italian

  • Boston

    Best Service

  • Boston

    Best Value

  • Boston

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Boston

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Molinari's in Boston is a cherished hotspot for Italian cuisine, praised for its "best Italian food in the city" and "wonderful staff." Diners love the cozy atmosphere, generous portions, and consistently excellent service. Highlights include the "amazing pizza," "ridiculous short rib ravioli," and "delicious homemade pasta," with a strong recommendation for reservations due to its popularity.

457 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cozy atmosphere. Friendly staff. Delicious food. Homemade pasta cooked to perfection.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Stephanie

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The logo is amazing!! The food is fantastic!! Just an overall great experience and place to go.

    Is this helpful?

  3. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was okay. Server was very nice but not super attentive and drinks were empty for quite a while before we could track her down for refills. It was busy so I’ll give her that but what really irritated me was that you have to have reservations and it clearly states on their website that there is a time limit to your seating so why we had to wait twenty five minutes for our table baffled me. The noise level is so bad that you can’t hear the people at your table speak because the tables are practically on top of each other and all you can hear is everyone else’s conversations. A few hours after posting this review, which is mediocre in my opinion, I was harassed and stalked by the owner of the restaurant. He called my personal cellphone, left a voicemail and then proceeded to text me. After telling him I wasn’t interested in speaking the texting continued. This visit to Molinari’s was my first and I did plan on giving it another shot but after being harassed by the owner it is a one and done experience and it was DEFINITELY NOT worth the $200 I dropped there. An expensive disappointment! What kind of business owner does this after a mediocre review? I wonder how he would have reacted if I gave a terrible review….

    Is this helpful?

  4. Nicole

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service! Favorite restaurant

    Is this helpful?

  5. DAVID

    Greater Boston

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The Food never disappoints, the staff are knowledgeable and make sure your happy with the experience...it's come a long way from starting as a pizza joint. "Foodie" worthy and you will love supporting the small business

    Is this helpful?

  6. Patrick

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good and service were great. Noise level was high.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Peggy

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a pleasure! Food was great! We sat at the bar and the bartender was attentive!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Mike

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tremendous overall food and atmosphere. Food is excellent, including extremely fresh pasta. From the hostess to the wait staff, everyone extremely friendly and kind. And the area has a great vibe with many bars to grab a drink either before or after.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Kate

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So delicious! Always amazing food and service. Can’t go wrong with any item on the menu!

    Is this helpful?

  10. Linda

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely love the ricotta gnocchi with creamy pesto. It is melt in your mouth amazing! I also love the Bruschetta Pomodoro brings me back to my time in Naples Italy! This is a great little place for a casual date night. Sitting is very tight and you will be able to see, hear and smell your neighbors dishes but at the Bar top is one of my favorite spots to sit watching the kitchen staff prepare all the delicious dishes right there in the open. This is one of my top Dorchester spots!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Molinari's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 825-1700.

Molinari's is rated 4.8 stars by 457 OpenTable diners.

Molinari's 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
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Molinari's

789 Adams St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Dorchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeffrey L. Cincotta
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo