Ravello Italian Kitchen

4.7

533 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Ravello Italian Kitchen is a cozy gem of a location on the intersection of Watertown, Belmont and Cambridge serving fresh pasta and seasonal Italian cuisine. Executive Chef, Jeff Cincotta crafts delicious northern Italian cuisine worthy of a Boston North End restaurant. The menu is seasonal highlighting produce from nearby farms. The full bar features specialty cocktails and local craft beer. The wine list focuses on small producers making minimal intervention wines from Italy and surrounding regions.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Dining Bar, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 393-1568
Website
http://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jeffrey Cincotta
Catering
Ravello provides catering services with at least 48 hours of notice. Catering orders must be prepaid. View the catering menu at https://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/catering. For questions, please contact hello@ravelloitaliankitchen.com.

Location
136 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472
Area
Watertown
Cross Street
Prentiss Street
Parking details
Limited parking is available behind the building. If the lot is full there is plenty of street parking.
Public transit
#73 Bus to Belmont @ Prentiss Street
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Imported Burrata & ProsciuttoUS$20.00
Imported Burrata from Puglia, Italy, Shaved Imported Prosciutto from Lucca, Italy; Roasted Vined Cherry Tomatoes, Broccoli Rabi Greens, Crostini
Melanzana FornoUS$12.00
Sauteed Eggplant filled with Smoked Mozzarella, Ricotta & Sweet Basil, Baked with Pomodoro Sauce
Mussels Fra DiavloUS$16.00
Atlantic Mussels, Garlic, Red Chili Pepper, Pino Grigio Wine, Plum Tomatoes, Grilled Crostini
AranciniUS$13.00
Crispy Fried Arborio Rice Balls fille with Imported Buffalo Mozzarella & Prosciutto, Pesto Marinara
Garlic BreadUS$7.00
Charred Ciabatta Smeared with Garlic Butter & Dusted with Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Marinara Dipping Sauce
- Parmigiano Style with Melted MozzarellaUS$9.00
Fried CalamariUS$16.00
Lightly Battered & Crispy Fried Local Calamari, Marinara Sauce, Lemon
MeatballsUS$14.00
Fresh Ground Beef, pork & Veal, Simmered in Marinara, Dollop of Ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Scampi BruschettaUS$18.00
Summer Vine Ripe Tomato, Garlic, Sweet Basil, Balsamic Syrup, EVOO, Charred Ciabatta

Contorni

Delicata SquashUS$10.00
Roasted Squash (Ward's Farm, Sharon Mass.) Sweet Flesh, Crisp Fried Sage Leaves, Balsamic Syrup, Blood Orange EVOO

Salads

Mediterranean SaladUS$16.00
Little Gem Lettuce, Kalamata Olives, Cucumbers, Baby Tomato, Red Onion, Bulgarian Feta Cheese, Fesh Baby Artichokes, House Pickled Pepperoncini, Chef Jeff's Greek Vinaigrette
Brussel Sprout SaladUS$13.00
Shaved Sprouts, Pomegranates, Candied Pecans, Maytag Blue Cheese, Spicy Orange Vinaigrette
Roasted BeetUS$13.00
Roasted Baby Trio of Beets Red, Gold & Candy Stripe, Baby Arugula, Goat Cheese Crumbles, Pear Vinaigrette
Italian Chop SaladUS$15.00
Prosciutto, Salami, Soppresatta, Provolone Cheese, Cranberry Beans, Pine Nuts, Red & Yellow Peppers, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Red Onions, Shaved Romaine & Radicchio Lettuces, Red Wine- Oregano Vinaigrette. Contains pine nuts
Caesar SaladUS$10.00
Romaine Hearts, House Made Caesar Dressing, Garlic-Parmesan Croutons, Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Anchovies Optional)
Seasonal Garden SaladUS$10.00
Baby green Medley, Petite Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Radish, Black & Green Olives, House Made Vinaigrette

Entrees

Scallops PuntanescaUS$30.00
Pan Roasted Scallops, Spicy Tomato Sauce with Onions, Tomatoes, Capers, Black Olives, Anchovies, Calabrian Chili, Garganelli Pasta
The "Sunday" DinnerUS$19.00
Great any day of the week, Ida's Meatballs, Ravello Marinara, House Made Linguini
Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00
Fresh House Made Noodles, Layered with Savory Beef & Pork Meat Sauce, Bechamel Cream, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Parmigiana
Our Classic – Italian Crumbed and Sauteed in Olive oil, Ravello Marinara Sauce, Provolone, Mozzarella & Parmigiano Cheese, Penne Pasta (Available Gluten Free)
- ChickenUS$24.00
- VealUS$32.00
Garganelli Pasta ala VodkaUS$20.00
Imported Pasta, English Peas, Pink Cream Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
- Add House Made Sausage or Roasted ChickenUS$24.00
Filet of Sole PicattaUS$25.00
Lemon Caper Butter Sauce, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Sauteed Spinach
Pappardalle BologneseUS$18.00
House Made Large Ribbon Noodles, Savory Meat Sauce of Pork & Beef, Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic, & Chianti Wine
Chicken SaltimboccaUS$25.00
Sautéed Chicken Breast, Crusted with Prosciutto & Fresh Sage, Lemon Butter Sauce, House Made Linguini
Clams BiancoUS$25.00
Petit Wellfleet Clams Simmered in White Wine, Garlic, Red Chili Flakes, Parsley, Butter, House Made Linguini
Black Pepper FettucciniUS$25.00
House Made Fettuccini, Imported Gorgonzola Cream, Roasted Tomato, Crusted Chicken Medallion, Fried Basil & Sage Leaves
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$20.00
Sauteed Egg Dipped Baby Eggplant, Layered with Ricotta, Pecorino & Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara & Penne Pasta
Chicken Marsala or Chicken PicattaUS$25.00
House Made Linguini
Fettuccini CarbonaraUS$25.00
House made Noodles, Crisped pancetta, Spring Peas, Cream, Dusting of Black Pepper, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Shrimp Fra DiavoloUS$24.00
Shrimp Simmered in Marinara Sauce with Garlic, Chili Flakes, Pinot Grigio Wine, House Made Linguini
Short Rib RavioliUS$27.00
House made Ravioli filled with Slow cooked Short rib, Ricotta & Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Wild Mushroom Marsala Cream Sauce
Chicken & BroccoliUS$22.00
Roasted Chicken Breast, Broccoli Florets, Penne Pasta, Lemon Alfredo Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Grilled SalmonUS$28.00
Grilled Filet, Roasted Rosemary Scented Fingerling Potato, Sautéed Broccolini, Citrus Gastrique

Panini

Chicken ParmigianaUS$14.00
Fresh Italian crumbed and Sautéed Chicken Breast, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Provolone Cheeses. +Add Roasted Peppers and or Sautéed Onions | 2
The GrinderUS$14.00
Shaved Imported Prosciutto, Mortadella, Salami, Sopprasatta & Provolone Cheese. House Made Pickled Peppers, Baby Lettuce, Olive Oil Vinaigrette
Meatball ParmigianaUS$14.00
Meatballs, Ravello’s Marinara, Provolone & Mozzarella Cheeses. + Add Roasted Peppers and or Sautéed Onions | 2
Il Carne BistecaUS$17.00
Pan Roasted Marinated Steak with Garlic & Rosemary, Baby Portabella Mushrooms, Fontina Cheese, Arugula, Roasted Garlic Aioli
CapreseUS$13.00
Seasonal Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese, Pesto Aioli, Basil, Balsamic Syrup +Add Proscuitto 4 +Add Breaded Chicken 5

What 533 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Ravello Italian Kitchen is a "hidden gem" offering "fantastic" food and "top-notch" service at reasonable prices. Guests praise its "friendly and attentive" staff and "cozy atmosphere". The homemade pasta and "delicious" cocktails are standout features. Though the restaurant can be noisy, its charm and consistently "excellent" meals make it a neighborhood favorite.

533 Reviews

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Heidi
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My son and his fiancee recommended Ravello's. They visit this restaurant often for special celebrations. My husband and I dined there this weekend and had a fabulous experience. The food was excellent as well as the service. Be sure to make a reservation!
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Linda
Greater Boston7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious. Service was excellent. All the staff was super friendly. Very small place so we did have to wait for our table even though we made a reservation. But they were so nice about it, brought us a limoncello as we sat down. And even brought us some cannolis to end our meal. Highly recommend 👍🏼
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Eileen VIP
Greater Boston29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, and wonderful ambience in a local neighborhood eatery !
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Julia VIP
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had delicious food (arancini and chicken saltimboca were standouts) while sitting at the bar on a snowy evening. The atmosphere was cozy and lively, with cheerful service. Looking forward to going back soon.
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David VIP
Greater Boston23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A real neighborhood gem, with delicious food and great service.
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Billy
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible definitely will spread the word , waitresse was awesome and nick which I think was manager was exceptional
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Richard
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm, welcoming team w fine cuisine!! Matt was a fine waiter; Sarah was a kind & delightful hostess, & other colleagues pitched in for seamless service! Food was excellent!
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Maria VIP
Greater Boston33 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great little restaurant. The service and food was excellent.
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Blair
Greater Boston1 review
4.0
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Exactly what I was looking for on a cold winter night. Small warm atmosphere with a nice glass of wine and good pasta dish.
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Mark VIP
Greater Boston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience - service and food never disappoint.
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Ravello Italian Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 393-1568.

Ravello Italian Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 533 OpenTable diners.

Ravello Italian Kitchen does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

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136 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Prentiss Street
Area
Watertown
Hours of Operation
Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Dining Bar, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Limited parking is available behind the building. If the lot is full there is plenty of street parking.
Public transit
#73 Bus to Belmont @ Prentiss Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jeffrey Cincotta
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/
Phone number
(617) 393-1568
Catering
Ravello provides catering services with at least 48 hours of notice. Catering orders must be prepaid. View the catering menu at https://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/catering. For questions, please contact hello@ravelloitaliankitchen.com.

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Ravello Italian Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Short Rib Ravioli

Lasagna Bolognese

Garganelli Pasta ala Vodka

Antipasto

Imported Burrata & ProsciuttoUS$20.00

Melanzana FornoUS$12.00

Mussels Fra DiavloUS$16.00

AranciniUS$13.00

Garlic BreadUS$7.00

Fried CalamariUS$16.00

MeatballsUS$14.00

Scampi BruschettaUS$18.00

Contorni

Delicata SquashUS$10.00

Salads

Mediterranean SaladUS$16.00

Brussel Sprout SaladUS$13.00

Roasted BeetUS$13.00

Italian Chop SaladUS$15.00

Caesar SaladUS$10.00

Seasonal Garden SaladUS$10.00

Entrees

Scallops PuntanescaUS$30.00

The "Sunday" DinnerUS$19.00

Lasagna BologneseUS$20.00

Parmigiana

Garganelli Pasta ala VodkaUS$20.00

Filet of Sole PicattaUS$25.00

Pappardalle BologneseUS$18.00

Chicken SaltimboccaUS$25.00

Clams BiancoUS$25.00

Black Pepper FettucciniUS$25.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$20.00

Chicken Marsala or Chicken PicattaUS$25.00

Fettuccini CarbonaraUS$25.00

Shrimp Fra DiavoloUS$24.00

Short Rib RavioliUS$27.00

Chicken & BroccoliUS$22.00

Grilled SalmonUS$28.00

Panini

Chicken ParmigianaUS$14.00

The GrinderUS$14.00

Meatball ParmigianaUS$14.00

Il Carne BistecaUS$17.00

CapreseUS$13.00

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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