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Piccolo Nido, Boston, MA

Piccolo Nido

4.8
4.8
316 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Piccolo Nido in Boston is an Italian restaurant with a family atmosphere, owned and operated by chef Pino Irano from Napoli. Piccolo Nido’s dinner menu includes a daily soup option, as well as classic antipasto and pasta dishes. Enjoy an espresso or cappuccino with dessert, and enjoy getting to know Pino when he steps out of the kitchen to greet the patrons.

Entrees at Piccolo Nido include favorites such as spaghetti and gnocchi, but also has options for lovers of true Italian flavors, such as veal and trout. The fresh catch of the day is also available for the freshest seafood around, and diners can also enjoy tiramisu or a dessert of the day.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 742-4272
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    pino irano
  • Neighbourhood
    North End
  • Cross Street
    commercial st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    aquarium...
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 316 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Service

  • 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
Piccolo Nido is a charming, hidden gem in the North End, beloved for its "authentic and good Italian food" and intimate atmosphere. Guests rave about the "best tiramisu," welcoming service, and the owner's personal touch. With its cozy ambiance and diverse menu, it's perfect for quiet, memorable dining experiences.

316 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and the service was great. Best Tiramisu we ever had! The owner made a point to check-in with customers and thank personally. We will definitely return.

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  2. Susan

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely, quiet restaurant off the beaten path in the North End. The staff was very accommodating when we asked to add a seat to our table a few hours before our reservation. They were also accommodating when we asked to split a few dishes. The menu is not large, but offers plenty of variety, including vegetarian dishes. We ordered the mushroom crepe appetizer and it was delicious, I'd never had anything like it before. I had the bolognese with fusilli, also very good. We finished the evening with a couple of orders of Tiramisu, it was very light and not too sweet, perfect. If you're looking for a quiet restaurant in the North End where you can have good conversation and not be packed cheek by jowl, check out Piccolo Nido.

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  3. Brooke

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful experience! Shared the bruschetta with the table and it was fresh and tasty. I recommend the veal parmigiana, delicious! The owner was extremely welcoming and made me feel at home. A great place to celebrate an event such as a birthday.

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  4. Sila

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic and good Italian food. Terrific owner and test stories from him.

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  5. Brian

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and Pino is a great host! Been there numerous times with no regrets!

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  6. Peggy and greg

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding….My favorite North End restaurant. The whole night was a great experience.

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  7. David

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and bread ok to good. Service excellent, docor so, so.

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  8. Joseph

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect night for a small family reunion. Service outstanding, atmosphere great, food was perfect. Thank you Pino and crew

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  9. Wallis

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly service, delicious Italian specialties, and quiet ambience!

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  10. patty

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect! Waiter with a beautiful voice briefly singing... attentive service... delicious food... delivery of food and beverage timed well... cozy and personal without being intrusive. Great experience!!! Thank you!

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FAQs

Piccolo Nido is rated 4.8 stars by 316 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Piccolo Nido

257 North St, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    commercial st
  • Neighbourhood
    North End
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    aquarium...
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    pino irano
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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