Riccardo's Reviews List

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Why do almost all north end restaurants serve terrible bread? It weird. But look past that with Riccardos because the rest of our food was wonderful. We live I the north end so are pretty critical when eating out. We fully enjoyed our meals and the prices were reasonable. Nice ambiance. Service was prompt but not too much. We will definitely be back!,"

Dined on 6/13/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 2 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nIce North End restaurant

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Dined on 6/11/2013

2011

Dined on 6/11/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I have dinned at Riccardo's several times over the years but had not been there for a while. I'm glad to say nothing has changed. The food and services is still great. The dinning room is roomy and warm. The food is tops and the owner will stop buy to see how you are doing. One of the better places in the North End!"

Dined on 6/11/2013

2011

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 3 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not a great recommendation

Dined on 5/30/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were sat in the window at a larger table - great view and ambiance. The server was very nice but not very expereinced. The bread was ice cold and stale. I ordered the Sea Bass, a menu item, and at 8:00, there was no more and Haddock was suggested to replace it. OK - I'm ok with that. My wife ordered the veal special. My meal was lackluster with a few cherry tomatoes strewn on top and two slices of eggplant on the side (far from the "grilled vegetables" the menu said - and when I finally got the waiter to stop setting other tables that obviously were not going to be used that night, he told me that the 2 slices of eggplant WAS the grilled vegetables!). Wife's veal was chewy/tough."

Dined on 5/30/2013

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Review 4 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Worst for large Groups

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Reservation was made, but we waited for an hour to be seated. It was a graduation weekend so we were trying to be patient, but wait staff was argumentative about everything. Had to ask for bread and water repeatedly. Food was so so. Very disappointing service and food for a celebration dinner. Our table's experience was shared by others in the room. Clearly the restaurant was overwhelmed and handled everything extremely poorly."

Dined on 5/18/2013

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Review 5 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious, fresh and notable

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Riccardo's. We sat by the window and though it was raining, we were able to look out at the street scene. I had the mediteranean seabass that was fresh, and cooked to perfection. My husband had the Shrimp Riccardo and enjoyed the flavors and plumpness of the shrimp.

The service was attentive and excellent. All of the staff including management was very friendly and made our experience memorable.

If in the North End, you must give Riccardo's Restaurant a visit."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great night out!

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a slight delay in sitting down for our 8'oclock reservation, however, the owner went out of his way in accommodating so many large parties on one of the biggest college graduation nights in the city. Once seated, our party enjoyed one of the most authentic and delicious meals this native Bostonian has ever had in Boston's North End! Beginning with a wonderful antipasto right thru till the last bite of dessert, coupled with a wonderful wine selection, it was truly a true experience of the North End at it's finest! A must stop for those seeking the ultimate in North End cuisine!"

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 7 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

The worst service ever

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Worst Ever. A new height in bad service, and Open Table limits the total characters of a review so I cannot publish my complete rant. The girl tending bar was completely out of her depth. When one of my family members asked for gin with a lemon twist she proceeded to dig into a lemon rind with her fingernail to get it. Yuk. After waiting about 45 minutes for our table we were treated to a waitress who literally didn't give a..... That's the only explanation I can deduce from her behavior. We waited 2+ hours for food - and while waiting we may have seen her twice. Drinks went dry, no bread was delivered to the table, water ran out…. When the food finally came, it was good, but it couldn't make up for the experience. Skip it."

Dined on 5/18/2013

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Review 8 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Service/Excellent Food

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Go for the specials! My friend had the Bracciolinni special and it did not disappoint. I had a classic shrimp madeira ala riccardo and it too was tender and perfectly cooked. No room for dessert, but try for the chocolate infused sweeet red wine, a perfect last taste to finish the meal. Excellent!"

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice experience

Dined on 5/14/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I brought a colleague from Kentucky to experience the North End and chose your restaurant because my husband and I had visited before. I knew it was nice, reasonable in cost and just the right experience for her. She loved it. Also I called in advance before you were open and you called me right back to confirm my reservation. I thank you so much, we had a great evening."

Dined on 5/14/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 10 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gem in Boston's North End!

Dined on 4/28/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Had a great dining experience at Riccardo's! Service was prompt and professional. Food was well prepared and presented. Location is off the hectic scene of Hanover Street. A neighborhood gem!!!"

Dined on 4/28/2013

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 11 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Place--Bachelorette Party

Dined on 4/27/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had 16 people for dinner at Riccardo's and it was excellent. The service was great, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was fantastic. The restaurant is a good size without being too big and has a really nice bar where you can wait. I would highly, highly recommend it. The prices were also very, very reasonable."

Dined on 4/27/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 12 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Very disappointing

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Dined on 4/27/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We found Riccardo's very disappointing. I ordered fish, my husband ordered steak, and both dishes were accompanied by stewed peppers which were swimming in oil. The restaurant was extremely noisy and we were pleased to leave. We would not return."

Dined on 4/27/2013

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Review 13 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had an excellent meal here

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had an excellent meal here and would highly recommend to anyone looking for great Italian food."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 14 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

don't know how Open Table

Dined on 04/18/2013

2007

Dined on 04/18/2013

2007

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"don't know how Open Table could let us do reservations for 2PM when the restaurant did not open till 4PM!!!!!!!!Thanks for nothingYou people need to get things right"

Dined on 04/18/2013

2007

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Review 15 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A gem off the beaten path

Dined on 04/14/2013

2012

Dined on 04/14/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Rite on north square across a ancient cobblestone street from Paul Revere's house is Riccardo's. I had been told the food and the service are very good. They did not disappoint. We had a wonderful meal and the staff was very attentive. The servers seemed to know we were in for a nice relaxing meal and did not rush us in the least. The pace was perfect. The room is very classy: rich, dark woods but with plenty of large bright windows opening onto the street. There was a large group upstairs in the function room but downstairs it was very quiet and relaxed. As much as I like the North End Hanover Street at times is unmanageable. Riccardo's, being off the beaten path, is a real gem. I will certainly be back as will the rest of my party."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 16 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

They had a private function

Dined on 04/14/2013

2009

Dined on 04/14/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"They had a private function going on at the time of our reservation and it seemed they were more interested in them. We waited ten minutes to be seated for no one was manning the door, the bar maid finally came over and seated us. The food was good but not wow so as to draw us back. There are many other very fine Italian restaurants that serve better food for much less"

Dined on 04/14/2013

2009

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Review 17 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic meal! What a gem!

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I could not be more pleased with Riccardo's. We were a large group of 22 and the waiter was right on the ball, brining us appetizers offering suggestions and just being very helpful and friendly. The food was sooooo delicious, everyone enjoyed their meal from 6 year old up to folks in their 70's. Outstanding gem. We had been on an adventure in Boston and were ready for lunch and I am so glad that I had made reservations with Open Table and found such a gem of a restaurant. I would highly recommend Riccardo's to anyone. Fantastic meal and great wait staff."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 18 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Welcoming, even of kids, teenagers,

Dined on 03/31/2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Welcoming, even of kids, teenagers, vegetarians, jetlagged people - we had a fabulous meal and a great time. Thank you!!"

Dined on 03/31/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 19 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Overall, I was disappointed

Dined on 03/30/2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Overall, I was disappointed in my meal at Riccardo's. We had a reservation for a medium to large group, and it took about 15 minutes for the host to seat us; at least he was apologetic when he did seat us! When our group ordered food, it took over 45 minutes for them to serve us. It took approximately 25 minutes for them to return our credit cards to us as we were closing up the tab. The food is decent, but not outstanding. If you are going to the North End, I recommend going elsewhere."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2010

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Review 20 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good dinner. All parties

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very good dinner. All parties were very happy with their main courses."

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

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Review 21 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a group of 7. The

Dined on 03/27/2013

Dined on 03/27/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a group of 7. The food was very well prepared and reasonably priced. Service was excellent - knowledgeable and attentive. Would definitely go back."

Dined on 03/27/2013

2010

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 22 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Awesome, old-school Italian

Dined on 03/20/2013

Dined on 03/20/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Awesome, old-school Italian restaurant. Off the beaten path, in that it's not on the "main drag" of Boston's North End, but having Paul Revere's house outside your front window is not exactly playing second fiddle to any other locale. We love their food, service and location as North Square is a quiet, hidden gem of an area. Our waiter Nelson was new to the restaurant but seemed like an old hand. And as usual, Riccardo's was quiet on the night we went, but yet the food was fresh and expertly prepared. And Richie the bartender made our Espresso Matinis (which we had in lieu of dessert) exactly as requested; not too creamy and a touch of extra espresso. Take a group, take your kids or take your spouse but Riccardo's will take care of you...."

Dined on 03/20/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view

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Review 23 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a group of 10 plus

Dined on 03/23/2013

2006

Dined on 03/23/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had a group of 10 plus a baby for lunch and the staff was very accommodating and the food was delicious! We will definitely be back again!"

Dined on 03/23/2013

2006

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Review 24 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 25 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Waiter was very patient with our very late party!"

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 26 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The food was good. Not amazing

Dined on 03/08/2013

2008

Dined on 03/08/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was good. Not amazing but good. Was a snowy night and we were early because we were going to a game, so the place was almost empty. We enjoyed ourselves. Atmosphere is nice."

Dined on 03/08/2013

2008

Special Features: kid-friendly

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Review 27 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great dinner!!!

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We very much enjoyed this restaurant and we will return!"

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 28 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and lovely setting.

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great food and lovely setting. Only down side for whiskey drinkers was they did not have a full service bar. Ended the evening with a delicious complimentary cordial that I wish I found out what it was. Very good."

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

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Review 29 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 02/16/2013

Dined on 02/16/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"always a pleasure to eat here. Everyone is very helpful and the food is great"

Dined on 02/16/2013

2010

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 30 for Riccardo's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food was average, very quiet,