Best Fun Restaurants in East Boston

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1. Pazza on Porter

4.7

Exceptional(250)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Booked 3 times today

Pazza On Porter offers Italian-American cuisine with homemade pasta, dishes made from scratch with fresh ingredients, and a great cocktail program featuring all cocktails made in-house. Visit Pazza to experience social dining with an energetic atmosphere.

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2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6365)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 170 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.

3. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(1754)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 47 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.

4. Prima

4.8

Exceptional(724)

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.

5. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(5996)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 89 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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6. Banners Kitchen & Tap

4.3

Awesome(465)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 28 times today

Restaurant & sports bar serving American fare in a contemporary, multilevel space.Named for the iconic championship team banners raised into the rafters throughout history, Banners Kitchen & Tap is located in the thick of Boston sports, on the former site of the Boston Garden, adjacent to the TD Garden and North Station at The Hub on Causeway.Banners Kitchen & Tap is an immersive restaurant and bar featuring upscale tavern cuisine as well as classic game-day menu staples, healthy alternatives, a children’s menu, and many other unique offerings for lunch & dinnerBanners boasts the biggest in-restaurant LED TV screen on the East Coast, Blades & Boards VIP dining room, and Banners Kitchen & Tap Topgolf Swing Suite.

7. Citrus & Salt

4.6

Exceptional(1993)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Seaport

Booked 62 times today

Coastal Mexican Tapas Restaurant and Tequila Bar by Chef Jason Santos. Fun and Bright coastal inspired décor. Large variety of tequilas and mezcals to choose from.

8. Strega North End

4.1

Excellent(3491)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 34 times today

Strega is a hip Italian restaurant in the North End. Come enjoy fantastic food and a great atmosphere!

9. Lucca North End

4.5

Awesome(3606)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 28 times today

On New Year's Eve we will be serving our regular dinner menu a la carte with a few exceptions and a few additions. Still taking reservations.Lucca has become one of the most talked about restaurants in Boston. Zagat survey named them, Best New Italian Restaurant and they won a coveted Best of Boston award for their elegant and lively bar. They are also the recipient of the Wine Spectator award of excellence with distinction. Whether you join them for a relaxing dining experience or a little later for cocktails and to sample their late night menu, you will be won over by Lucca's elegant charm and warm ambiance.

10. Riccardo's

4.4

Awesome(2698)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 21 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.

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Tommievip
Dallas - Fort Worth •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was a lovely experience. I sat at the bar and enjoyed charcuterie, cheese, crispy chicken thighs, and of course delicious wine. Highly recommend!
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KrasiPrice: Expensive• Greek• Back Bay
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4.8
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Rebecca
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A wonderful meal in a classy and comfortable environment. We will definitely be returning!
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PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
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4.8
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Peter
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our waiter, Emilio, was one of the best we’ve had. After decanting our wine, he primed each of our glasses by pouring a small amount of the wine from one glass to the next. His wine and meal recommendations were spot on. First time dining, we will be back.
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BriccoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Kathy
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful dinner tonight ! Great service ! Lovely place ! Will go again … soon !!
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Annavip
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 29, 2024
We were coming from the airport and thought we haven’t been there in awhile, so we went and it was $10. Pasta night!!!! It was really good A great neighborhood restaurant
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Pazza on PorterPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Boston
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142 restaurants available nearby

1. Pazza on Porter

2. Trattoria Il Panino

3. Krasi

4. Prima

5. Bricco

6. Banners Kitchen & Tap

7. Citrus & Salt

8. Strega North End

9. Lucca North End

10. Riccardo's

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