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Cantina Italiana
A tradition in Boston’s historic North End. We have been serving generations of families,locals and tourists in the North End since 1931. People crave the taste of our food. Some say their mouths water just thinking about eating here. That’s why when we change even the slightest thing,they let us know it. Some things should stay just as they are.
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80 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 80 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(43)
- fit for foodies(25)
- special occasion(21)
- good for groups(20)
- notable wine list(13)
- kid-friendly(12)
Cantina Italiana Reviews List
Review 1 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Average - Just Average
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have found their service to be good, but the food was OK. Nothing more than traditional pasta and average wine list. We ordered different meals for 6 people and the price was above expectations. Overall was a good place to be, but not above expectations."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Omar our server was wonderful. We'll be back."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Touch and Go
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hostess needs more experience in seating reservations. She seated our guests at a different table upon arriving, We did not meet up for approximately 20 minutes after our reserved reservation. What an embarrassment for us ?"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 4 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GREAT as ALWAYS
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I venture into Boston a couple of times a year and we always have a great time and it either starts or ends with us at Cantina Italiana. The food and service are always incredible. Everyone treats to make you feel special and make your evening and experience. My hates off to the kichen staff as the Specials truely are SPECIAL and teh food quality is always outstanding."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
big mark-up on specials
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Omar great waiter. Food good, not outstanding; presentation good. We did not ask for prices on specials, and mostly ordered specials (which Omar seemed to promote--no surprise), but overall they averaged twice the price of the printed menu. Given the gap, the high road would be for the place to volunteer prices--plenty of places do. Second. we arrived at 1:45 for a 2:00 reservation. Our table appeared to be ready, but we were not seated until 2:00 sharp. In the meantime, my sons and I ordered drinks at the bar, which is where one stands waiting to be seated. Maybe that's the point. This place ranks high in Boston on Trip Advisor--100+ out of 2,200--but it's on a par with other North End Italian we've had, some ranked way lower."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had the best evening for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had the best evening for dinner and the waiter Andrew Brogan was one of the best we have ever had. I would highly recommend this restaurant which has very friendly employees. Thanks for a great evening!!!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, scenic view
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Review 7 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a really nice meal,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a really nice meal, nice sevice, and excellent food. I love the traditional dishes here -- lasagne, bolognese sause, and spaghetti carbonara (not from the menu, but they will make it the way I like it, if I ask!) I also love the bar-area -- very cosy, with a great view out onto Hanover Street, and very friendly service. The only reason I gave it less than a 5 was because I was not thrilled with the table, right in front of the kitchen with constant traffic though a narrow pathway beside it.
Still, I have been to this restaurant a number of times, I've always enjoyed it, and I am sure I will be back often!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The pina colada is delicious!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The pina colada is delicious! Dinner options are extensive and great!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 9 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service by the entire
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent service by the entire staff. We went for a pre-show dinner and the service was quick and efficient. We enjoyed the bread, oil and cheese as we decided on our entrees. The salads were excellent. I had eggplant parm and it was good, almost too much food. It was sleet/rain outside and the staff hailed a cab for us which was above what a restaurant needs to do and was greatly appreciated. This was our second visit and I would recommend it to anyone."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good time!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I took my sons (21 and 23 years old) there for dinner, for the younger ones' 21st birthday. He attends college at Berklee in Boston and wanted to have a good Italian meal in the North End. We were greated warmly, given a nice table and treated attentively. We had reservations for 7 p.m. but called because we were going to be about an hour late, and our request was accommodated easily. The food was TERRIFIC, and both "kids" were so full they didn't have room for dessert. Total bill with 1 drink each and dessert for me - to go - with tip was $150.00. The restaurant has a small cozy bar where if you had to wait, you could. We even found a free parking spot ourselves, though they do valet. A definite success!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our seventh time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our seventh time at this restaurant. We have never had a bad meal there. My fiancee always tells me to order the appetizer I want, but as she loves mussels we always order the mussels with red sauce. The restaurant is definately old school Italian and a North End standout."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved it and can't wait to go back
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant was wonderful! A group of us went there before a concert and we were very impressed. The staff was attentive, friendly and professional and the food was amazing. Both the drink menu and the dinner menu had a great amount of choices. I would definately go back."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 13 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were warmly welcomed and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were warmly welcomed and had attentive service. Our server did not identify himself by name, or if he did, it was difficult to understand. The salads and desserts we had were excellent, but the main courses were disappointing. The marinara sauce on chickem parmesan and on veal parmesan was bland and lacked flavor. It would have been nice if pasta had accompanied the veal/eggplant parmesan dish (as it did with chicken parmesan), but was available only for an upcharge of $6. Bread was served with flavorless dipping oil. We were hoping for flavorful and delicious Italian food in Boston's North End, but found the main dishes to be mediocre at best."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
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Review 14 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Old school, traditional Italian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Old school, traditional Italian restaurant. Lovely host, making all feel welcome. Great service by Omar. Enjoyed our dinner very much."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A tired kitchen needs rejuvenation
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We visited for restaurant week but ultimately found (seemingly) more appealing menu choices.
The food is fair. When we were, years ago, Boston newbies, we enjoyed Cantina. Great, if not excellent, food, and the restaurant exuded a warm atmosphere and "family intimate" setting.
Jump to March 2013: too many menu options are the same as yesteryear, the seating, tables, walls, and carpets are tired and worn, table candles remain unlit, and the food is merely fair. The dish's names are appealing: but they're rehashes. Although still reasonably priced, there are better bets at all pricepoints. A highlight was the service: an attentive staff still does their best. But they know the place has seen its finest hour. Goodbye, Cantina."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
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Review 16 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our son lives in the North
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our son lives in the North End and we were up to visit this week. We are having fun trying different restaurants in the area and Cantina Italiana was on the short list, especially since they take reservations. We were greeted warmly, had a great waiter named Sal, and a delicious dinner. i am a fan of any kind of pasta bolognese, and their version was very good!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
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Review 17 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best Italian restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the best Italian restaurants in the Boston area with excellent and very friendly service!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Food was excellent, service was wonderful, prices were fair and very generous portions. We only go to Boston once a year, but will make this a annual visit!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
TREATED LIKE FAMILY
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a lovely experience. The Italian gentleman must have been the owner, and was charming , warm and very kind. You can get this type of old school Italian elsewhere, but the entire experience they provide is rare. We just felt so at home and looked after , the treatment you get when you are a regular. This was our first visit and wont be our last."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was fantastic as always.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was fantastic as always. Very accommedating for special allergies. They always make you feel special and at home"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Old-time Charm
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went with an Italian friend who makes her own pasta and bolognese sauce. While I thought the food was delicious, she gave my tagliatelle and bolognese sauce and her gnocchi two thumbs up - a true compliment. We shared a rucola salad to start that was lightly drizzled with lemon and olive oil. Competed with a nice chianti and a visit by the owner, I felt transported to old-time Italy. Service was outstanding."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 22 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was second time dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was second time dining here. Excellent food and sevice. I highly recommend who enjoys Italian food."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 23 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pride of ownership shows!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LOVED this restaurant! The OWNER (great guy!) greeted us and showed us to our table, held all of our drinks (we got a drink at the bar expecting to have to wait since the place was busy, but they had a table ready for us almost right away) while we got settled, and had the most pleasant, happy demeanor of any restaurant SERVER I've ever met, let alone an owner! It was like we were the best thing to happen to him all day! The server was also amazing - very courteous, friendly, and helpful. Food was delicious, great specials, and an extensive wine list. This place doesn't have the best ambiance of all the north end restaurants, but it's certainly nice inside. But what made this experience for us was definitely the people. Highly recommend!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The night I went Cantina Italiana,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The night I went Cantina Italiana, it was on the night of my boyfriend's birthday. It was full, packed and we waiting in line for ten minutes until we were seated. Once we were seated the service was awesome. We ordered Mussels (in the white sauce) and that was delectable and the broth had us dipping our breads in it non-stop. I had a lobster and shrimp pasta my boyfriend loved. My server, Lucy was patient, kind and polite. She made sure that my birthday boy and I were well served and well fed. She also made sure to ask me what dessert would my birthday boy love to have and suddenly she came out with a piece of delicious Tiramisu with a candle in it singing "Happy Birthday" to my happy yet embarrassed love. Overall I give it a thumbs up!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went here on my son's 21st
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went here on my son's 21st birthday...we went for lunch so had a lovely round table near the front....we had a space that felt like our own and we had a wonderful time. The waiter was perfect. Helpful and available but not overbearing at all. The food was very good and we ordered a very reasonably priced California Cabernet. Definitely would recommend the Cantina for a group celebrating a special occasion."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Loud
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, acceptable service but Saturday night dinner was extremely, almost intolerably loud. Impossible to have a conversation without shouting. Also, seating for 7 was six people in a booth with a chair stuck on the end in the aisle."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 27 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We haven't been to Cantina
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We haven't been to Cantina Italiana in years only because there are so many restaurants in the North End and so little time! The food was delicious. Great place to meet friends. Not pretentious at all. Place was better lit than I remember, looks like it had been spruced up a bit. The neon sign on the front is a real classic but could use some attention. Overall, great place for food & drink!"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An oldie but goodie, a maon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An oldie but goodie, a maon stay of the North End."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall Great Experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall Great Experience. Great food and service. Calamari is fantastic and both the Tagliatelle Bolognese and Chicken Saltimbocca were delicious--good sized portions too."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our understanding is that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our understanding is that this is one of the oldest restaurants in Boston's North End. This was our first visit and to be fair, it was Saturday night on a holiday weekend at peak time so it was packed with tourists (we are locals). The food was good to very good, albeit that it took our starters an unusally long time to arrive and when the entrees arrived, they could have been a bit hotter. That being said, my husband had chicken Gino with eggplant which was very nice and I had chicken parm which was fine except that rigatoni underneath it was cold. The owner was visable and pleasant amidst the atmosphere that was frenetic. Bottom line, we would certainly give it another try, possibly mid week or for lunch."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful way to end what
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful way to end what could have been a nightmare of an evening. We had a flat tire, and were running late. Andrea called to let us know about the parking situation, so we were able to find parking nearby. Our waiter Andrew was wonderful, great food, A+++++++
We are definitely coming back!"
We are definitely coming back!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have gone here to dine many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have gone here to dine many times and have never been disappointed! It's a great little spot and the food and service you can't beat!"
Dined on 02/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 33 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The best welcome into a restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The best welcome into a restaurant I've ever received. Thank you for the warm welcome and the great service and care towards us!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
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Review 34 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Old School North End
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is old school North End. I think all of the restaurants in the North End are pretty good and this one is competitive but not as expensive. Picture the European in 1975. They should dim the lights. I liked the food, you can make a reservation, they have a valet...I like it."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We sat at the bar for an early
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We sat at the bar for an early pre-Bruins game dinner and had a great time chatting w/ Alberto the manager as well as the bartender whose name I can't recall. Great food, will be back!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was really good but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was really good but we had a reservation and still had to wait about 1/2 an hour. The service was okay but nothing to write home about. I do realize it was a saturday night but I felt like the waiter wasn't tending to our table like he was to other tables. Good food though and I would recommend it for sure."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2006
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Review 37 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
must go...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"excellent food and great service!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cantina Italiana great North End
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If you are looking to experience "North End" dining go here. They handled a group of 7 effortlessly. Food was amazing. Great flavors and fresh pasta. Outstanding service!Thanks Cantina Italiana!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Italian food, great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent Italian food, great service. a wonderful experience."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is one of my go-to restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is one of my go-to restaurants in the North End. Only down-side is no full bar, but still lots of cocktails and wine/beer. Great food and a really authentic feel."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 41 for Cantina Italiana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Doesn't have all the glitz
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Doesn't have all the glitz of some of the newer looking restaurants in the North End but has all the charm of the old world and the food is fabulous. It's a little noisy and the booth seating is not all that comfortable but then again you are really going there for the food."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cantina Italiana
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic