Molinari's

Molinari's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Steve

   Baltimore1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Great authentic food and in a nice, if bustling environment. Homemade pasta and pizzas were excellent. Service was very attentive and atmosphere had a very local feel to it.
   

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   Sean VIP

   Greater Boston10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Wonderful experience as always! Food was great . Staff was on time and on point .
   

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   Bill

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

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

   Always a good meal in a friendly neighborhood restaurant.
   

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   Teddy

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

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

   We took my parents who don’t like anything. My mom loved her salmon and dad loved the shrimp scampi pizza. Molinaris is a favorite of ours any day, the fact that my mom said when can we come back as they were delivering the check…
   

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   Kaylee VIP

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 10, 2025

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

   Never had a bad meal here! Sat at the bar and was able to watch our food be prepared. Was delicious!!
   

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   Erica VIP

   New York City30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

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

   Our go to joint for a comfy easy yummy dinner! Perch ourselves at the bar or in a corner and dive into a salad and a Za or share a huge plate of Chix Parm! Patrick and the galz take great care of us always and the masters in the kitchen turn out hot, fresh, delicious plates for everyone! Always welcomed so nicely and feel at home. It’s casual and relaxed and a great time every time. Bustling but not too loud. I crave it often! 💗
   

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   Chuck VIP

   Greater Boston61 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 9, 2025

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

   Excellent time at Molinari’s today. Our server BETH was friendly, knowledgeable and made our experience awesome!! The Margarita pizza was delicious and cooked to perfection. Just like when we Went to Rome Italy! The Burata cheese, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes and broccoli rabe was delicious. The chicken parmigiana with homemade fettuccine was a huge dish and was amazing. Thank You Chuck and Denise
   

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   Charles

   Greater Boston19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 2, 2025

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

   Molinari’s on Adams Street in Dorchester is a standout neighborhood Italian spot that delivers on every front. The homemade pasta is the star—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with an open kitchen that adds to the dining experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, often engaging in conversations that make you feel like part of the community. Despite its small size, the restaurant manages to create a lively yet comfortable environment. It's a place where you can enjoy a great meal, have engaging conversations, and feel right at home. With generous portions and reasonable prices, Molinari’s offers great value for authentic Italian cuisine. Whether you're a local or just passing through, it's a dining experience worth seeking out.
   

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   Geoffrey

   Greater Boston14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

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

   Great food and atmosphere. Ramp pasta special was outstanding.
   

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    Erica VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

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

    We LUV Molinari's!!!! we can't believe it took us so long to become regulars but now that we are addicted to this neighborhood gem we can't stay away!! Sitting at the Bar just the 2 of us for a quick casual date night for a Cesar and a Za or bringing friends for huge delish plates of Parm and Pastas and Vino both hit the spot every time! always greeted like family and treated like friends! Service is warm and Food is always on point. Huge portions , Hot, cooked to perfection by an amazing team of pros who are fun to watch and work like a well oiled machine! there is something for everyone and they are so accommodating your wish is almost always their command (within reason). The Pizzas are to die for! My Husband who stopped eating Carbs 17 yrs ago actually requests to go for their Pizza! lol it's THAT GOOD! we make up our own but there are so many creative options to choose from you could never run out of pies to try! the number they send out in a sitting must mean something! Parking is sometimes tricky and the lot across the street is not really for restaurant patrons but pray to the parking gods and you will get lucky. It's worth it!! GO!
    

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