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Trattoria Il Panino
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 front
and back of the house form a desirable marriage. Il Panino is what it is, thank God!
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103 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 103 reviews
5 stars
(39)
4 stars
(43)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(56)
- fit for foodies(48)
- great for outdoor dining(25)
- special occasion(23)
- good for groups(21)
- romantic(18)
Trattoria Il Panino Reviews List
Review 1 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I went to take my mom out for Mother's day and it did not disappoint. Everything tasted amazing and it's right in the heart of the North End."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Neighborhood Place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food! Great wine list! Very busy, but good service. My husband's entree took much longer than everyone else's, so he was given a free glass of (very good) wine. Food exceeded our expectations."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service continues to be inattentive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tasty and enjoyable food; attractively presented dishes. Service however is cheerful, but not good enough considering the prices : simple details like water glasses not refilled; seated for 10 minutes before bread arrived. I had the same complaint at my last visit."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
True Italian Trattoria
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was sensational! Just like nonna used to make but with a modern flare. Servers were charming. The ambiance is very rustic. Overall, our BEST experience with Italian cuisine in North America to date!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really 5 stars for the food which was incredible. The pasta, sauces, everything was amazing and even unique. Love Italian food and this was a tweek different than you may find elsewhere but clearly steps above. Would recommend the lasagna in an amazing blush tomato sauce or any of the pastas. We saw people next to us get some other pasta dishes that looked amazing. Staff was a bonus - but they were genuinely very friendly and down to earth. The ambiance to be honest I'd give 4 stars. There is a main room and an outdoor spot. We sat in the outdoor section. The indoor was a little cramped. The outdoor was a little plain - wooden chairs, plain brick wall. Ok, but so what. It was clean and the food earns this place 5 stars."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great? Servers were authentic Italien. Had to wait 30 minutes for table despite reservation."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
OK, not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Basement seating (felt like Durgin Park). Amatriaciana (sp?) pasta: tasted like basic red sauce with pancetta. Good, but not something I'd get again. Seafood platter: scallop tasted fishy and didn't taste "bay fresh." I was hoping for better overall. Service was mediocre. I had to walk up and give our check to the waiter since he was too busy eating his own pasta to come pick it up from our table. The killer was the tv which - I'm guessing - is meant to add ambiance with a DVD of the sights of Sicily. They must have gotten bored of setting it up, because it was on the menu screen "Play/Stop/Menu" with a loop of an aerial shot of an excavation site. So that's what I stared at all night. With so many choices, I wouldn't go back again."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 8 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Veal saltimbocca lasagna, gnocchi amazing. Bit chilly sitting outside on a cool April evening, but considering there's little chance you'll get one of the scarce indoor tables even with a reservation, which we had, it was fine, especially when the warm air ducts pumped some heat on us. Service was super friendly, neighborly and efficient. Considering the quality of the food, the prices are very reasonable. For dessert, go around the corner and join the line for Mike's. And forget parking; take the T or a cab. Enjoy!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always solid traditional and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always solid traditional and authentic Italian fare. We had a wonderful experience with our group, felt well attended to, and will look forward to returning."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
LASAGNA IS THE BEST I HAVE
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LASAGNA IS THE BEST I HAVE EVER HAD!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You will not regret dining here!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I know that most restaurants in the North End would not disappoint, but in my experience Trattoria Il Panino has been in a league of its own. Over the course of the last few years, I have dined at Trattoria Il Panino well over a dozen times and I have never been disappointed by the quality of food and the dining experience there. Everything I have ordered has been expertly prepared - especially their homemade pasta dishes, which are out of this world. I can't recommend this restaurant enough!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Treat yourself!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a great place and excellent cuisine. I can't remember the last time the entire staff of a resturant was so sincerely appreciative of providing their services. For a small place, they certainly have honed their skills in the kitchen and on the floor.
The food is incredible. Sometimes choosing the daily special is akin to having some spiced up leftovers at home, not the case here."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Trattorio Il Panino continues
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Trattorio Il Panino continues to serve the best Italian food I've ever experienced. I've yet to have a bad meal there. One time I went 6 weeks without eating there and I truly felt something was missing from my life.
I will forever be a regular there."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice evening with a nice wine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the food and the front room. Very well organized reservations, we were actually seated within 5 minutes of our 8 o'clock. The Caesar Salad made with a light dressing was really nice and all in all the prices were reasonable for the North End. We love Antico Forno but the noise level there is too much for us, so this was a good alternative. Try the Frutti de Mare....delish!Our waitress was knowledgeable about wine and asked the right questions..we had a very nice red from Montipulciano. Felt very much like a Italian trattoria!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 15 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great taste of Napoli! Wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great taste of Napoli! Wonderful staff."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great!!! Gets better
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always great!!! Gets better and better. Have been going there for over 10 years. Have never been disappointed. Staff and Host are extremely accomodating and friendly. You will not find better food in the North End. The atmosphere is authentic Italian. It's like I'm back in Italy."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food was good, but if you
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was good, but if you aren't a local definitely felt segregated. We were sat in the front of the restaurant with no other people in the room. When other guests arrived, who appeared to know the staff, they were brought to the other room (which was bustling). We did not feel welcome and therefore would not recommend to any one visiting the Boston area!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Casual Italian dining
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was a bit slow on Sunday, clams weren't fresh! Other than that it was fine!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Italian Cooking you long for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had been to Trattoria Il Panino enough years ago that I thought the shine might have worn off - but I was happily wrong! This is a great place to experience North-End life (bustling, loud, warm) and sample soem terrific food. The menu is not exciting or original, but every bite is absolutely delicious. I had the spinach gnocchi with short-ribs (excellent) my husband and son had the Oso Bucco (quote of the night re his fist taste of bone marrow: "Mummy! This bone meat is so good!") and my daughter hit the home run with mushroom-truffle ravioli. She is now a die-hard truffle fan, so thanks for that. It's crowded and not elegant, but the food is just what you want from Italian cooking."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service! If you try
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service! If you try to speak Italian, they're super sweet about it!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 21 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best of the North End
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always wonderful food. On a Wednesday night we had a seafood pasta dish that was fabulous. The pasta is so fresh. The seafood cooked and spiced perfectly. We have been going to Il Panino 2 to 3 times a year for the past 13 years. This was the first time we saw the outdoor patio open in the winter. It is enclosed and heated but we opted to move into the main restaurant as it is very loud in the patio. Luckily, everyone was very nice and accommodating. I can't recommend the restaurant enough. The food, wine, and service are always outstanding. The ambience is fun, casual. It's not the most romantic setting but it is always comfortable."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were seated in the heated
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were seated in the heated patio area which was extremely comfortable. Our waiter was very friendly and informative. They have an excellent wine selection, as well as a wonderful menu. My dauther and I had the risotto, which was excellent, and my husband had a pasta special that was served right in the skillet. We were all laughing at him because it looked like he licked the pan! We would definately return, and I would love to eat there in the spring/summer/fall to enjoy the patio."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everyone was so nice and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everyone was so nice and the food was so good! I always hate sitting so close to the next party, but that comes with city life. Great experience!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food and friendly service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and friendly service. There was a mix up with our Oder and the appetizers and entrees arrived almost simultaneously which wasn't great."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food. The best we've had in the North End! It's a small unassuming location full of stand-out food and authentically Boston Italian service."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We were greeted at the front
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"We were greeted at the front door of the restaurant by the host who was trying to bring people into the establishment, and we told the host we had already made reservations. Having read the reviews on Open Table I knew there was ample seating in the downstairs, but he explained all tables were full and the host tried to seat us in the front room with the take-out ambiance and kids in strollers at 8:30 at night. The host explained all other tables were full and when we expressed we made reservations his only offer was for us at the table in the noisy front room - we left."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
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Review 27 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Walked out after 10 minutes!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was one of the worst places I have ever been to. I walked out after 10 minutes. I will never go back there again. The seating, service and professionalism was so bad I can't believe this place is still in business. The way I was treated really angers me, but I understand there's places in Boston where it will happen. You just have to note it, let it go and stay away from the place. It's really a shame because I had good expectations for this place. I was a server/bartender for years and would never think this type of experience is possible unless the place just does not care about standards. I certainly wish this place the best of luck. Hopefully in time, they can make some improvements."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
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Review 28 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I have been here before, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been here before, but this was by far the worst experience. If it weren't for the good food, I would not go back. I made a reservation with OpenTable, and after I sat down, the restaurant cancelled my reservation. Odd? I suppose they didn't want to honor my points? Thanks. Next, we waited a full 20 minutes, then had to get up and ask for a waiter. 2 groups came in after us and were served. Finally, we had to use our phones as flashlights to see the menu. I was dining with 2 other young men, all of us in our 20s. We don't have vision problems. But this was unnecessarily dark! There are better spots in the North End for a great meal. I'd save this one for lunch only as they do a better job during the day."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Trattoria Il Panino has the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Trattoria Il Panino has the best pasta in the North End! So fresh, perfectly cooked... even the simplest dishes are just amazing. Run and do not walk!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Trattoria Il Pannino
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Trattoria Il Pannino for our anniversary. The main dining area when you wal in is quite small, but they have a downstairs area that we didnt get to see and as diners came into the establishment, they went downstairs and it seemed to accommodate a good number of people. Our waiter was excellent! We asked for the wine to be decanted and he did that with no problem. At the end of the meal, he made us the best cup of expresso I have had in a long, long time. The food was delicious! You must try the Shrimp Limoncello appetizer. I could have made a meal out of that. Service was great, food was great, price...a little high...but that can be said about almost every restaurant in Boston's North End. Highly recommend."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Incredible food from start
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Incredible food from start to finish, with perfectly prepared calamari, fresh caprese, homemade pastas, sauces, served hot right to your table. Our server was attentive, friendly and authentic. We had a wonderful evening and I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food. The spicy potato
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food. The spicy potato pasta (was a special that night) my girlfriend had was the best pasta dish I've ever had."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We sat in the heated outdoor
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We sat in the heated outdoor area, which had a very nice ambiance but was a touch on the too hot side. The service was good and the food was delicious. We had the Caesar salad, lasagna of the day, and fettuccine with pesto, all of which were very good. The wine is a bit on the pricey side. Overall this is a great restaurant for a low key romantic occasion."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were going there for a
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were going there for a special dinner and especially for Chef Iocco who I found out hasn't been there for 2 years. Really disappointed- my dish was wrong when it was served. The waiter was not very friendly and seemed almost dismissive."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
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Review 35 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Italian food. Heated
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Italian food. Heated outdoor in winter somewhat cheesy. Sit inside if you can."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 36 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Away from the well trodden
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Away from the well trodden path of Hanover Street, you will find some of the best home made pasta in North End. The food is consistently of high quality, has enough variations that you will need to stop one more time at least. The servers make you feel home. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Wait for the warm weather & dine al
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Only x1 dessert offered. (Tiramisu, which was just "OK.") Also the stuffed artichoke appetizer was very good! I would have liked to have an antipasti plate- "a little taste of olives, cheeses, etc, while sipping a glass of wine, and then ordering the main dish. It was not crowded, but we felt a little bit rushed. The dessert was disappointing. If it were not so freezing cold out that night, we would have walked elsewhere for dessert & coffee or over to Modern Pastry for a cannoli..."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 38 for Trattoria Il Panino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent restaurant. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent restaurant. The food is excellent across the menu. Nice wine list. The is a nice upbeat atmosphere."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Trattoria Il Panino
Based on the average of (65) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
10 out of 10 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic