Piattini
Just when you thought the tapas revolution was running out of steam, Piattini began pumping new life into the movement. To be precise, Piattini offers an Italian take on small plates, while also rounding out the menu with plenty of normal-sized Italian classics. Small plates of note include Scallop-Stuffed Roasted Red Peppers and Sage and Veal Ravioli. Those with heartier appetites (or an aversion to sharing) can feast on any number of decadent pastas, or an entree of Milk-Fed Veal or Chicken Scaloppini. The lunch menu is lighter on entrees and heavier on paninis, wraps and salads. Compliment your meal with a beverage from the lengthy wine, cocktail and grappa lists.
House within a former fish market, the Legal Harborside on Floor 1 takes great pride in offering itself as an authentic seafood diner. This restaurant has a menu comprising a variety of seafood specials like white clams flatbread, linguini and clams, and stuffed lobster tails. Experience the feel of eating on one of the outdoor picnic tables, or you can watch the bartenders at work at the Oyster bar. The patio seating in the restaurant gives you a beautiful view of the Boston Fish Pier and the city skyline. Make sure to visit this fish market and refresh all your old memories.
Deuxave
Deuxave is an upscale restaurant with a chic decor that is inspired by the Bostonian style. The fireplace in the dining section adds to the beauty of the space. The menu features French cuisine which is blended with American flavors, creating contemporary culinary bliss. Enjoy an array of appetizer choices, main courses and sides that can be paired with their wine. The bar has a huge wine list of 420 bottles out of which a few can be ordered by the glass. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made online.
If you cannot get to the North End for some authentic Tuscan fare, try this small, elegant eatery with white-line draped tables in Beacon Hill. Fresh handmade pasta is a staple on their Northern Italian menu and the food has won numerous awards locally and nationally. Chef and owner Vinicio Paoli has filled his menu with pasta and fish dishes. A list of market specials usually includes clams, halibut and salmon. Steak, veal, pork and poultry are also available.
Legal Sea Foods is synonymous with great seafood in Boston. Boasting a traditional clam chowder that has been served at five presidential inaugurations, this restaurant also offers a light chowder for diet-conscious diners. Steamed lobster dinners are always a good choice, or any of their other dishes made from their selection of 30 fresh fish varieties offered daily, served baked, broiled, steamed or fried. Raw shellfish, salads and vegetables are also available. Legal Sea Foods has a mail-order service, function space and catering. This seafood hot spot has locations throughout Boston and other cities around the country, but this location at Long Wharf offers stunning oceanside views.
Panza
Panza, located in the North End neighborhood, serves authentic Italian dishes in a quaint and relaxing setting. With signature dishes like Chicken or Veal Parmigiana, the menu also features delicacies like Chicken Marsala, Veal Saltimbocca, Linguine Carbonara, Seafood Risotto, and more. Their menu is consistent with classic Italian fare along with a few seasonal varieties served around the year. The wine list is impressive and goes perfectly well with the delicious food. Due to its popularity and limited space, reservation is recommended before you visit this little diner.
The warm cozy environment of Trattoria Il Panino makes you feel at home, away from home. The restaurant offers a unique twist to Mediterranean cuisine with dishes like pasta, antipasti, salads, chicken, lobsters and much more. In a short time frame, Trattoria Il Panino has become a perennial favorite of the locals and is also one of the most preferred places in North End. The menu is bound to confuse you, but don't worry, the helpful staff will be right there to suggest only the best!
