Neroli Ristorante

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   Matthew

   Greater Boston

   36 reviews

   3.0

   36 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   This establishment presents an intriguing blend of exceptional service and a refined interior, located in Islington, off the beaten path of Dedham and Norwood, it sits in a newly developed center of shops and offices. Parking in this location can be challenging and tight. I wanted to love everything about this restaurant since its obviously newer, yet its culinary offerings leave room for improvement. The restaurant excels in hospitality, with staff providing prompt and courteous attention that enhances the overall dining atmosphere. The sophisticated, downtown Boston aesthetic of the interior creates an inviting setting, contributing positively to the establishment's reputation. However, the culinary experience does not consistently match this high standard. opening appetizers of fried mozzarella was delicious with a side sauce that was delectable. Matching this, the veal parmigiana was also excellent, with plenty of cheese and portions were abundant. However I was truly shocked at the signature spaghetti Cacio e Pepe is notably bland, missing the vibrant spices and pepper that would normally elevate its flavor profile. Similarly, the veal dishes side spaghetti lacks sufficient seasoning, resulting in a flat and unremarkable taste that falls short of expectations. In an environment where service and ambience are exemplary, these under seasoned dishes detract from the overall dining experience. This was truly disappointing and turned the meal from an excellent start to a sad finish. This once again proves, good Italian outside the North End is hard to find in the suburbs. The contrast between the impeccable service and the disappointing execution of key pasta dishes suggests that a reassessment of the culinary approach, particularly in seasoning and flavor development, is warranted and this restaurant hopefully improves over time since it seems like its off to a good start. I may come back in the future to see if it has gotten better.
   

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   Janis

   Greater Boston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food, service, and ambiance, ARANCINI was delicious, the VEAL and CHICKEN PARMESAN and BUCATINI ALL' AMATRICIANA, all cooked to perfection. Topped it off with cappuccino, cannoli, and tiramisu. We will be back!
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded today

   Dear Janis, Wow, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy you loved the food, service, and ambiance. It sounds like you picked some amazing dishes—arancini, veal, chicken parmesan, bucatini all’amatriciana—and we’re thrilled to hear they hit the mark. And finishing off with cappuccino, cannoli, and tiramisu? Perfect choice! We can’t wait to have you back. Grazie mille! Warm regards, Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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   Lisa

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The seats were very hard! Difficult to sit for a long period. Everything was great though.
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded 6 days ago

   Dear Lisa, Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed everything during your visit and had a great experience overall. I’m sorry to hear that the seating wasn’t as comfortable as it should have been. Your comfort is very important to us, and I will make sure to look into this so we can improve for future visits. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful experience. Warm regards, Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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   joe

   Greater Boston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We ordered off the Valentines menu which was sublime. Started with oysters and caviar. After a large exceptional Caesar salad a cavatelli pasta with pesto was made to perfection. The Chilean sea bass was prepared with a chimichuri sauce and black rice. Unusual but spectacular. Our server complimented the meal. In 60 years of dining all over the world I have encountered few who were better.
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded on February 16, 2025

   Dear Joe, Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review! It means the world to us that you chose to celebrate Valentine’s with us and enjoyed the menu we put together. From the oysters with caviar to the Chilean sea bass with chimichurri and black rice, it’s truly rewarding to know that our creations resonated with you. Your compliments about our server mean the world to us—providing exceptional service is at the heart of what we do here at Neroli, and we’re so glad it enhanced your dining experience. It’s an honor to have left such a positive impression on someone with such a rich dining history. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable meal! Warm regards, Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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   Amanda

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Was my first time here & everything from the second we walked in the door was outstanding! Hostess very friendly and accommodating, had a drink at the bar first and decided to stay at bar for dinner, both bartenders that helped us were great! Food and drinks were also excellent - not one negative thing to say all around! It was a busy Valentine's and everything seemed to run smoothly (and if it wasn't no one let it show) I did feel bad as we were getting ready to leave the fire alarms went off and seemed to panic some guests - hopefully it was resolved quickly. Cant wait to come back!
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded 6 days ago

   Dear Amanda, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to spend your first visit with us on such a special occasion! We’re thrilled to hear that everything, from the moment you walked in to the time you left, exceeded your expectations. Our team works hard to ensure a seamless experience, even on busy nights like Valentine’s Day, so it’s incredibly rewarding to know you enjoyed the food, drinks, and warm hospitality from our staff. I’ll be sure to share your compliments with our bartenders and hostess—they’ll be delighted to hear they made your evening special. We sincerely apologize for the unexpected interruption and appreciate your understanding Thankfully, the situation was resolved quickly, and we’re grateful it didn’t overshadow your experience See you soon! Ivan
   

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   Richard

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing! Along with the service, Music, and overall ambiance!
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded on February 16, 2025

   Dear Richard, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, music, and ambiance. Creating a memorable experience for our guests is what we strive for, and it’s wonderful to know we hit the mark for you. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon for another great evening! Warm regards, Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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   Korinna

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We’ve been before and it was fabulous but we went for Valentine’s Day and the food wasn’t great. Steak was dry, small portions for the cost. Meal came out not very hot.
   

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   Sean

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent spot! Super attentive staff, outstanding food, atmosphere that is both comfortable and elegant.
   

   Neroli RistoranteResponded on February 16, 2025

   Hi Sean, Thank you so much for spending Valentine’s Day with us and for sharing such kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, and the attentive service. Creating a special and elegant experience for occasions like this is so important to us, and it’s wonderful to know we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable evening! Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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   Karen

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great place and the food was excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
   

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   Neroli RistoranteResponded on February 16, 2025

   Hi Karen, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful visit! Ivan Martir General Manager
   

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    Marnie

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Unbelievable food. Unbelievable service. Our server was Nick and he was incredible. Chef Mario is extremely creative and extremely talented. Recommend 10/10
    

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