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Papa Razzi - Wellesley

Papa Razzi offers the best of Italian scratch cooking: simple recipes, fresh ingredients, and passionate chefs. Inspired by the modern trattoria, each of our convenient locations makes it easy to enjoy a heart-warming meal from our wood-fired ovens. Everything from thin-crust pizzas to favorite pastas are made to order in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We look forward to your next visit!
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147 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
(147 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 147 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(89)
3 stars
(27)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(3)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • good for groups(57)
  • neighborhood gem(50)
  • kid-friendly(30)
  • great for lunch(25)
  • fit for foodies(22)
  • special occasion(22)
Papa Razzi - Wellesley Reviews List
Review 1 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistently good

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is always a good choice and we go often...full menu with some daily specials, consistently good service and delicious."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Reservations for nothing

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"We reserved a table for three for Mother's Day dinner. We arrived at 7:30 for our table and were told there were 17 other tables ahead of us, the kitchen couldn't keep up, and that they wouldn't even begin to seat the people on the waiting list (we were at #17, remember) for another 45 minutes. Mother's Day dinner is not a good occasion for disappointing families. We have been longtime loyal customers and this was a very big let down. Please Papa Razzi, manage your reservations more realistically in future."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Reliably good Italian

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is what Bertucci's used to be 15 years ago. Nice reliable pasta. Decent service. Wine list is OK. Beer on tap is average."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 4 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Mediocre experience

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very disappointing mother day brunch. We got seated near the door with high traffic despite there were many other tables empty throughout the restaurant. The mother day manue was very limited and skimpy in its offering. They should have kept their origional brunch manue. Their excuse because they were busy!!!???. They should had mentioned their very lousy limited manue on their web site so people will be aware. Never again for mother day at this place."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 5 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

service off

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"service was a little off this evening we were asked for our order when we sat down rather than asking for drink orders
food was very good but we felt rushed as meal arrived before we had finished our drinks.
think the service was off as waiter was new? dropped ice cubes for drinks on table but did not remove
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Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 6 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Papa Razzi is a consistently good, not great, restaurant. It is a nice upgrade from the other chain restaurants but the service can be inconsistent and the noise level can be too much."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"went with 3 friends and we thoroughly enjoyed each one of our meals. the chicken piccata was fabulous and the caprese salad outstanding."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 8 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always consistent; excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always consistent; excellent and friendly staff. Flexible menu with customizable entrees."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite restaurants

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of my favorite restaurants - excellent service - fabulous drinks and the best gluten free pizza. My friend had a regular pizza - we both devoured it all!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Papa Razzi is always consistently

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Papa Razzi is always consistently good. Friendly staff, pleasant decor and good food. And right in our neighborhood."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very attentive to food allergies.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very attentive to food allergies."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2006
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Review 12 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Uneven food but overall decent

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Pappa Razzi offers decent reasonably priced food. Especially good are the salads--lightly dressed, crisp and with generous portions.
The pizzas are mediocre and some pasta dishes sub-par. The mushroom tortellini were clearly the tasteless gummy frozen sort, and not a mushroom could be found in the mushroom sauce that came with it. The pricier special--lobster fra diavolo, was quite well-prepared. as was their chicken offering.
The service was excellent--attentive and unobtrusive.
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Dined on 04/19/2013
 2007
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Review 13 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The chicken was overcooked

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The chicken was overcooked the veggies as well. Not very flavorful. Great place for appetizers and wine. Not for dinner."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2012
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Review 14 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Too many people to close to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Too many people to close to table"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 15 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a lovely time and asked

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a lovely time and asked our server to pick out a good wine for us and it was perfect!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They are very accommodating...and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They are very accommodating...and the food is always consistent... great food and a wide variety of options. They will modify any dish."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

great food .... noticeable

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"great food .... noticeable difference .....fantastic waitperson, Erica...
extremely noisy for a Wednesday .... but indicates it is busy!!
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Dined on 04/10/2013
 2010
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Review 18 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Always a good meal here though

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a good meal here though the portions can be out of control. The Manzo salad was easily enough for 4 people - would prefer more reasonable portions at cheaper prices. Veal cutlets were excellent as was one of the mushroom pasta specials. Service was slow even though the restaurant was far from full. Still, all in all a reliable restaurant for reasonable prices."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2002
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Review 19 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

7 ladies for Sunday lunch

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"7 ladies for Sunday lunch - happy to realize they offered both Brunch and Regular menu. I called ahead to advise we would want to sit for awhile and preferred a round table if possible. The staff and our waiter were attentive and more than accommodating to our 3 hour visit. Always enjoyed the food and atmosphere at every Papa Razzi but this was a wonderful experience - they went beyond my expectations allowing us to sit for so long and continue to feel welcome. Note: The Cappuccino Gelato was delicious and large enough for 3 ladies to share! All in all a terrific experience."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 20 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

this location was disappointing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"this location was disappointing for brunch . Have had the brunch at other locations within this company and found much better"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2008
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Review 21 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

NEVER AGAIN!!!

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The ambiance is very good. It was Easter Sunday and the place was NOT busy. There were an adequate number of staff, but they were milling around and chatting, and one guy was eating a mouthful of something, probably bread. He was not a waiter he was dressed more as a manager!!! The lamb chop special was explained to me as being prepared medium rare. I was excited. The first chop was so well done that it cracked when I tried to cut it. The second one was past well done, but I could cut it. I never looked at the third one and asked the waiter to take it back. The second attempt was better, and mostly MED-RARE to RARE. Our waiter was having trouble serving three tables and could not explain the menu, with out two trips to ask for help."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2005
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Review 22 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food in an elegent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food in an elegent setting. Service was very good from the valet person to the team of maitre de greeting us at the door and the server. The breadsticks were enjoyable and the bread excellent. Everyone enjoyed their entrees. I was impressed with the quality of food and the reasonable prices."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great find!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was so happy with my visit on Saturday night that I returned the next day for lunch. The food was good and the service was friendly and professional. I was particularly impressed with the maitre de / hostess staff. Prices were very fair for good quality! I hope to return again soon when in the area. My reservation was honored even though the first night I arrive early and the second day I was late. Very well run establishment!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a fine meal here. The

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always a fine meal here. The 5 of us loved everything we had. A first class restaurant. You forget it is part of a chain. Great service as always at this spot, which is somehow the best of the 5 I have been to."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2006
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Review 25 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Solid italian food. This suburb

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Solid italian food. This suburb location is able to accomodate adult diners as well aas families with kids (well behaved ones) while still having an enjoyable atmosphere for everyone."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

God moderate price restaurant.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"God moderate price restaurant. Food is sgood, and it is conveniently located for business meetings."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our server Zachary was professional, hospitable and sincere I had the gallo al forno, it was cooked to perfection"
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Our 3rd time at Papa Razzi

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our 3rd time at Papa Razzi - and will not go back again. Daughter's "steak" was undercooked - husband had some large chunk of undesirable olive/pickle/unidentified object in meatball, I had more than 3 shells in my lobster ravioli which was exceptionally dry and off tasting. Even basic Cesar salad was under dressed and underwhelming. Waitress was inattentive - brought check before even inquiring on food? And then the check - waitress told us we'll make anything - but left off we will and CHARGE you for it. Swapping out grilled chicken for grilled beef on under 12 kids dinner (6 undercooked strips of meat) went from $6 to $16.99? Kids drinks were $3 each? When I complained $5 was taken off then bill. Too little too late."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2006
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Review 29 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Paparazzi has really gone

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Paparazzi has really gone down hill since they changed ownership. I had a salad with chicken for lunch. The salad greens tasted old and dried up. The chicken breast tasted like it had been in the refrigerator for days. The service was terrible. We had to wait for the waiter to take our order, had to ask for bread and had to wait for the check while the waiter stood around talking to his co-workers. This is the second disappointing meal I have had in recent months."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2008
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Review 30 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The wait was insane but we

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The wait was insane but we had reservations. The place was packed & therefore a little chaotic, tables seemed to be crowded in....it wasn't quite as romantic as we had originally thought. However, food was tasty, service was wonderful- very attentive, pleasant & helpful. The drinks were great, large selection, the apple crisp was amazing! The ravioli was good but nothing special. Would go back."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Winner in Wellesley

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Loved the food and the service. Little noisy since the place was busy."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Again - a great place

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have reviewed this resaturant many times - I keep going back because it is always consistant and the food good. The staff is trained extremely well and they outdo everyone else on taking allergies seriously"
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service is always good

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The service is always good at this location. The wait staff are always willing to offer a great wine pairing."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, wonderful food,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always, wonderful food, great service. Full menu and really delicious salads, entrees and desserts. Our favorite restaurant! Do try the wine samplers - a great way to taste and evaluate different wines - red or white."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 35 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great, reliable restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great, reliable restaurant with very good food
and excellent service. One significant
problem if you are in a hurry at lunch:
Parking.
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Dined on 01/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 36 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Can be overwhelmed by reservations

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Can be overwhelmed by reservations -- they try hard but sometimes they can't keep up"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2009
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Review 37 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Felt a bit lost in the "rush"

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Felt a bit lost in the "rush" but food was great."
Dined on 02/05/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 38 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was good as it alwasy

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was good as it alwasy is, the service was slow, unprofessional and just did not cut it. No one was dealing with filling our water, when they did and we drank it, they were never filled again, drinks too forever, the server was young with very little experience. I doubt I will ever go back."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2008
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Review 39 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great fireplace to sit next

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great fireplace to sit next to on a cold snowy night!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2008
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Review 40 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Unfortunate Reception

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My only issue with my experience was with the host. I have been to this restaurant before and always felt welcomed. This time, I felt differently. Upon arrival, the hostess moved toward us, and I was about to give her our name--but she moved past us to the computer to focus, I guess, upon takeout orders, not even acknowledging us. We waited for a bit. Then, a host arrived, and I moved to him to indicate that we had arrived. He turned away from me and focused on a man nearby and put his name on the list. Despite the fact that I was right in front of him, he focused on the man behind me. He was about to leave when I said, "Excuse me" to try to get his attention. I felt as though, until that point, he had absolutely not even seen me."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 41 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never Disappoints

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Papa Razzi is our office's go-to restaurant when entertaining guests for lunch or dinner. The menu and wine selections are varied. The food is very good - I've never been disappointed, and the service has always been attentive. We can linger if time permits, but can also expedite our dining experience if need be."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Meal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food is amazing. Service is great. A sure pick for great Italian. The gelato is amazing. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a great meal!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 43 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A real gem of an Italian restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A real gem of an Italian restaurant in a neighborhood environment. Never fails to deliver quality and service!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A very nice spot all around

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A very nice spot all around for a very comfortable lunch (or dinner) at reasonable prices. One of the better "chains" in the Boston area with consistently good fare. Love their Bolognese!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2006
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Review 45 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

food issue but great manager.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"had some issues with the food, and again with the replacement dish. the manager was very sorry and paid our entire bill. have been going here for 20 years and tonight was not the usual nice dinner. but again, the manager was very customer oriented and i would go back."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Hostess was very welcoming.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Hostess was very welcoming. They accommodated our request for a quieter table as it was a business lunch. Our server was Gil, and he was fantastic ! Very personable and professional. I don't often rate restaurants after a business lunch because they are typically so unremarkable. Kudos to the crew at Papa Razzi for making it such a memorable and pleasant experience. I work in Boston but will be looking for more opportunities to host my business lunches at Papa Razzi in Wellesley. By the way, the food was great too!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Don't have the veal scallopini!

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Veal scallopini was not good. Fried and dried out. Not what I expected at all. Ceasar salad was good."
Dined on 01/17/2013
 2006
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Review 48 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Above and Beyond Service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My fiancé and I had our first date here. To celebrate the first anniversary of our first date, we decided to have dinner here. We mentioned this to the host while being seated. The information quickly spread to our server and to the manager on duty. The service we received for the evening was spectacular. Although I have eaten here before and found the service to be excellent, they went above and beyond. They brought us complimentary champagne, and the manager came over to congratulate us. They truly made the night special."
Dined on 01/15/2013
 2007
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Review 49 for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Have always had great service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Have always had great service, food and it is never noisy!"
Dined on 01/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Based on the average of (98) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
8 out of 9 recommend this product
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic