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The Florentine Cafe, Boston, MA

The Florentine Cafe

4.8
4.8
657 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
333 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Florentine Café is an Italian lunch and dinner café, with a full bar, draft beers, and a great wine selection. Stop by with a friend for drinks and a meal or come to lunch with business colleagues. We now offer outdoor seating, as well as, indoor seating with a great view. When the floor-to-ceiling windows open, they let in a nice breeze, allowing the fresh air to circulate, adding to a beautiful dining experience, in, or out. We also have a separate dining area downstairs that seats up to 50 guests It's perfect for any private event, rehearsal dinner, or business function. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to relax, and enjoy a meal with fine company. Join us, start with complimentary, home-made Focaccia bread and seasoned olive oil, and you must try our signature dish, Ravioli di Aragosta. Other best dishes include, the Fusilli Alla Vodka, Pollo al Limone, and a new favourite, the Salmone D'estate.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–12:45 am Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:45 am Sat 11:00 am–12:45 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–12:45 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Call to request information
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Cross street
    Hanover & Prince
  • Parking details
    Public lots on Commercial Street
  • Public transit
    Hay Market & North Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 657 people are saying

The Florentine Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Florentine Cafe boasts "excellent food and service," with standout dishes like lobster ravioli and zucchini stuffed ricotta blossoms. The ambiance includes "beautiful surroundings" and "gorgeous lighting," making it a vibrant spot for date nights and celebrations. While "lively atmosphere" is noted, some find it noisy.
657 Reviews
  1. Carol VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed The Florentine Cafe. The food was amazing and the service was outstanding. I will be back!

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  2. Abby VIP

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, friendly and attentive waiters, gorgeous lighting

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  3. Maria

    Jacksonville1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We recently visited The Florentine Cafe, and while the food and service were top-notch, the overall experience was marred by the ambiance. The dim lighting made the space feel uncomfortably dark. I understand that a low light setting might be intended to create a romantic atmosphere, but it was more distracting than intimate. On top of that, the noise level was unbearable. The crowd seemed to be yelling at each other despite being seated in close quarters, which definitely took away from any potential charm. I wouldn't recommend this place for a family, especially those with kids, as the environment just isn't conducive to a peaceful meal. If you're looking for a quiet, pleasant dining experience, this might not be the right spot for you.

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  4. Katherine VIP

    Greater Boston26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very popping for a Monday! Great date night spot. Excellent food and drinks. Lovely having the windows open.

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  5. Carol

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent choices of wines by the glass and delicious bread and dipping oil. Lobster ravioli was delicate with a healthy amount of lobster. Oxtail sauce on pillowy gnocchi was perfect. Wish I lived in Boston to eat here often.

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  6. Jenna VIP

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Downstairs is so vibey! Highly recommend sitting down there.

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  7. Laura

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef makes amazing food. Everyone one of us enjoyed our meals thoroughly!

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  8. Pete VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pre-game spot. Service is fast and the food is always fresh and piping hot.

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  9. Natasha

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great hostess, waiters, and food!! Tables close but not imposing to table neighbors. Cute little spot. Happy we were told about it while in Boston on travel

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    We didn’t realize that this turns into a club like bar at night. So many people standing around you while you are trying to enjoy a nice meal with a white table cloth. So loud you could not hear yourself think. That being said the food and service were excellent - just not a place you would have a relaxing dinner.

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FAQs

The Florentine Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 227-1777.

The Florentine Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 657 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 32 times today
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333 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hanover & Prince
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 2:00 pm–12:45 am Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–12:45 am Sat 11:00 am–12:45 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Sun 3:00 pm–12:45 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lots on Commercial Street
  • Public transit
    Hay Market & North Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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