Contessa - Boston

4.8

62 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Great for brunch

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 741-3404
Website
https://contessaristorante.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
For a party of 9+, please email events@contessaboston.com.
Private party contact
Contessa Boston Events Team: (617) 536-5700

Location
1 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Located in The Newbury Hotel at Arlington St. and Berkeley St.
Parking details
None
Public transit
The main entrance to the restaurant is located at 3 Newbury Street. If you enter through the hotel, you will need to walk through the restaurant to check in at the host stand.
Additional
Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

Christmas Dinner at Contessa Boston
$195.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2024 only
This Christmas, celebrate at Contessa with an extraordinary four-course prix-fixe. Start with a variety of anti-pasti like the Burrata with Caviar and the Chianina Carpaccio, before moving into satisfying pastas. Feast on Prime Rib and Grilled Mediterranean Branzino and finish with Nutella Fudge Cake and Panettone. Cancellations may be made up to 1 week in advance at 5pm. Cancellations after that date will forfeit the deposit. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Any guest who does not appear sufficiently well-presented may be refused entry. No shorts, open-toed shoes, or tank tops. Athletic wear and baseball caps are kindly prohibited. If you have any questions, please email holidays@majorfood.com for more information.
Thanksgiving Dinner at Contessa Boston
$195.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 28, 2024 only
Celebrate an exquisite Italian Thanksgiving at Contessa Boston, the rooftop restaurant in the heart of Boston. Indulge in Squash Carpaccio, Ricotta Gnudi di Pecora, Roasted Turkey, and more. End with Pumpkin Gelato or Apple Pie. Book your table for a lavish celebration. Cancellations may be made up to 1 week in advance at 5pm. Cancellations after that date will forfeit the deposit. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Any guest who does not appear sufficiently well-presented may be refused entry. No shorts, open-toed shoes, or tank tops. Athletic wear and baseball caps are kindly prohibited. If you have any questions, please email holidays@majorfood.com for more information.

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Boston
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Contessa in Boston offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "phenomenal views" from the rooftop. Ideal for special occasions, this restaurant combines sophisticated décor with a vibrant atmosphere. While pricey, the quality and charm make it a must-visit.

62 Reviews

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Maverick
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible. I went for my 1 year anniversary with my girlfriend and it was well worth the steep price. We had the fresh Burrata as our appetizer, she had the Fettuccine Bolognese, I had the Saered Scallops, and we got 2 desserts… the Coffee Gelato and the Crema di Boston. Food was awesome, server was attentive and nice, but the best part was the ambiance and the view. My god. Super awesome experience!
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Paige
New York City
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Contessa was fantastic! My mom and I went for a ladies’ lunch, just the two of us, and it was such a lovely time. The food was delicious and the service was pretty good. The decor and location are wonderful and we are definitely going to be back! I had the squash carpaccio, she had a insalada verde, we split the spicy lobster with gluten free pasta, then my mom had the branzino and I got the salmon. We took half of the pasta and half of both entrees home because we were stuffed… it was a meal that served twice! This is a great spot for special occasions or just a fun lunch out!
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Jenn
Coastal Georgia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely the most gorgeous place I’ve been to, and service was phenomenal
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great server! I’m coming back with friends 🥂
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Gina
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente service, really made our night special. That food and drinks were outstanding. New favorite spot in Boston
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Dalia
Greater Boston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding, the service was outstanding. We both had cocktails that were delicious, started with the butternut squash ravioli which was delicious I probably could have eaten about five of those plates by myself! My lunch partner had the steak and it was perfectly cooked and the accompanying sauce was so good I think he drank it at the end ;~D I had the veal Milanese perfect perfect perfect! We finished with the sorbet which was delightful. The staff were all so attentive and nice This place is such a gem and never disappoints. Thanks
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Arianne
New York City
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been here many times and this was my best lunch experience. We ordered the squash carpaccio which is a must btw. Aslo, the argula salad with figs and hazelnuts was delicious with chicken paillard. I had a diet coke but was craving a glass of chablis but next time!!!!
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Dora
New York City
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Th restaurant has a very nice atmosphere, the brunch menu was limited, but very good. The pasta dishes were all amazing - probably I ate the best pesto in my life. Every dish was fantastic.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Would definitely recommend to family and friends!
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Alan
Cincinnati
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Our waitress forgot to put our appetizers in and I had to call her over to actually order our lunch. She returned to our table to tell us she had forgotten to put our apps in 20 minutes earlier. Food was excellent. Service was fair to good. I would dine here again but would make sure to order all our items at one time.
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Contessa - Boston is rated 4.8 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

1 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located in The Newbury Hotel at Arlington St. and Berkeley St.
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
The main entrance to the restaurant is located at 3 Newbury Street. If you enter through the hotel, you will need to walk through the restaurant to check in at the host stand.
Additional
Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://contessaristorante.com/
Phone number
(617) 741-3404
Private party facilities
For a party of 9+, please email events@contessaboston.com.
Private party contact
Contessa Boston Events Team: (617) 536-5700

Contessa - Boston

Make a reservation

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas Dinner at Contessa Boston

Thanksgiving Dinner at Contessa Boston

Menu

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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