Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

6396 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 233 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Lively

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. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm late night Fri, Sat 11:30 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(617) 720-1336
Website
http://www.trattoriailpanino.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
280 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113
Area
North End
Cross Street
Hanover Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Calamari FrittiUS$16.98
Golden crispy fried squid
Carpaccio di BresaolaUS$17.98
Dried cured beef with arugula salad
Mom's Meatballs & RicottaUS$18.98
The best of Mom's recipes
Pepata di CozzeUS$17.98
Sautéed mussels in spicy garlic, Colina tomatoes & white wine broth
Octopus SaladUS$18.98
Potatoes, celery & green olives
Melanzane alla ParmigianaUS$18.98
Baked eggplant mozzarella & tomato
Shrimp al LimoncelloUS$19.98
Jumbo shrimp garlic and olive oil scented with limoncello liquor
Mozzarella CapreseUS$18.98
Imported bufala mozzarella with backyard tomatoes and basil
Zucchini FlowersUS$19.98
Stuffed with whipped fresh ricotta & prosciutto cotto
CharcuterieUS$20.99
Italian cold cuts and assorted cheese

Homemade Pasta

Homemade Pasta & Pasta Gragnano The World's Best Pasta

Penne al PomodoroUS$22.99
San Marzano tomatoes & basil
Cacio o PepeUS$24.99
Fresh cacio & parmigiano cheese with cracked black pepper
Penne ArrabbiataUS$22.99
Spicy tomato sauce, basil & parmigiano
Penne PuttanescaUS$25.99
Tomato, capers, olives & anchovies
Penne alla AmatricianaUS$25.99
Italian pancetta, onions & San Marzano tomato
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$25.99
Italian pancetta, eggs & cheese
Trombetta al PestoUS$24.99
Fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts & parmigiano
Mezzi Paccheri al RagúUS$28.99
Signature Neapolitan rigatoni, slow cooked lamb, beef, veal & pork ragú
Spaghetti alle Vongole MacchiatoUS$27.99
Imported clams with Colina tomatoes
Ravioli di RicottaUS$24.99
Ricotta cheese ravioli with San Marzano sauce
Ravioli PorciniUS$26.99
Wild mushrooms, black truffle cream
Mom's Lasagna della CasaUS$26.99
Lasagna of the day
Tortelli Panna e ProsciuttoUS$25.99
Large homemade tortellini with ham & cream
Gnocchi alla SorrentinaUS$25.99
Homemade potato dumplings, mozzarella & basil
Ravioli con AragostaUS$29.99
Lobster ravioli with crab meat sauce
Mezzi Paccheri ai Frutti di MareUS$31.99
Neapolitan pasta with assorted shellfish
Risotto del GiornoUS$0.00
Chef's choice of the day
- MKTUS$0.00
Lobster Fra Diavolo (House Special)US$0.00
Whole Maine lobster with spicy marinara
- MKTUS$0.00

Trattoria House Specials

Chicken ParmigianaUS$28.99
Breaded chicken topped with imported mozzarella and marinara, served with penne
Salmone ArrostoUS$31.99
Lemon vinaigrette
Mom's Quattro Carni RagúUS$36.99
Homemade meatball, sausage, braciola, pork short ribs in our old recipe ragú, served with penne
Lamb ScottaditoUS$36.99
Australian grilled rack of lamb, au jus rosemary demiglace
Ossobuco alla MilaneseUS$41.99
Braised veal shank served with saffron risotto
Grigliata di PesceUS$44.99
Grilled scallops, ½ lobster, shrimp, calamari and catch of the day
Veal Chop MilaneseUS$49.99
Butterfly breaded veal chops, arugula and baby tomato salad
BisteccaUS$44.99
Rib eye steak grilled to perfection, served with hand cut Italian fries
Pesce all' Aqua PazzaUS$0.00
Catch of the Day with garlic, parsley, wine & sea water (Positano style)
- MKTUS$0.00
Zuppa di PesceUS$0.00
Traditional assorted shellfish and ½ lobster in a fragrant seafood broth and garlic bruschette
- MKTUS$0.00

Salads

La RomanaUS$12.99
Traditional Caesar salad
Boston BibbUS$11.99
Lemon vinaigrette, candied pecans and red wine poached pears
Assorted Italian Cheese PlateUS$19.98

What 6,396 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Greater Boston
Most Booked
Boston
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Trattoria Il Panino in Boston's North End is a delightful spot for authentic Italian cuisine, consistently praised for "amazing food" and a "fantastic dining experience." With standout dishes like "best lasagna ever" and a memorable ambiance featuring a basement wine cellar vibe, it promises an unforgettable meal. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though the bustling atmosphere can be quite loud, with seating sometimes cramped. Despite occasional service hiccups, patrons frequently commend the restaurant as a must-visit for Italian food lovers.

6,396 Reviews

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bettzy
Greater Boston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always delicious and the service is amazing. Every plate is incredibly delicious.
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TaylorO
Greater Boston
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Busy place! Great drinks, good food, friendly servers.
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Tim
Hawaii
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is one of our favorites, because their homemade pasta and sauces are outstanding. We highly recommend all of them, especially the Mezzi Pacheri al Ragu! Their presentation is unique and interesting, and we have only experienced excellent waitstaff during our many visits. Highly recommend making advanced reservations through OpenTable, as this is a popular restaurant.
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Nicholas
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I can say the food was exceptional good. I had the lasagna and my wife had the gnocchi Both we fabulous The flavors of the gravy and the fresh pasta was really good The mamas meatballs was so tasty I would recommend to anyone if you have not experienced
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Christine
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was very friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed our meals, especially the mushroom ravioli. Great night!
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Allan
Chicago
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
In a town with so many good restaurants, this one is just resting on the North End to bring diners into just a moderate experience. The food was not imaginative or seasoned well. Probably will not go again.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place always has the BEST service and pasta in boston, your food comes so fast and they will never let you have an empty water cup. We love this place and have started a tradition on going for our anniversary every year.
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Chris
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good not great. The food was very good, but I had hoped for more. We did not try the pasta - perhaps that is where this restaurant shines.
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John
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Great food served on stainless steel tables. How about a table cloth for the prices?
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Anastasia
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
My friend who went to university in Boston recommended this place. I was very unimpressed. Maybe because I’m spoiled by the authentic Italian food we have in San Francisco. My party ordered the Caesar salad, meatballs, calamari, carbonara, and porcini ravioli. Caesar salad reminded me of a salad mix you can get at any store- nothing special. Meatballs had absolutely no flavor so I took one bite and put it back- not edible in my opinion. Calamari was not seasoned and we pretty much left it untouched. I usually love carbonara but I typically only get the authentic type which never has cream. The cream in this dish took over all the flavors and was just milky pasta so the cheese or guanciale flavor was missing. Porcini ravioli was good. Probably the only dish worth ordering. I haven’t been to any other Italian place in North End but I’m sure there are plenty of better options.
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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 233 times today

280 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

Cross Street
Hanover Street
Area
North End
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm late night Fri, Sat 11:30 pm–2:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.trattoriailpanino.com/
Phone number
(617) 720-1336

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Trattoria Il Panino

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Spaghetti Carbonara

Ravioli di Ricotta

Ravioli Porcini

Appetizers & Sfizi

House Special

Cold Assorted Vegetable AntipastoUS$19.98

Appetizers

Calamari FrittiUS$16.98

Carpaccio di BresaolaUS$17.98

Mom's Meatballs & RicottaUS$18.98

Pepata di CozzeUS$17.98

Octopus SaladUS$18.98

Melanzane alla ParmigianaUS$18.98

Shrimp al LimoncelloUS$19.98

Mozzarella CapreseUS$18.98

Zucchini FlowersUS$19.98

CharcuterieUS$20.99

Homemade Pasta

Penne al PomodoroUS$22.99

Cacio o PepeUS$24.99

Penne ArrabbiataUS$22.99

Penne PuttanescaUS$25.99

Penne alla AmatricianaUS$25.99

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$25.99

Trombetta al PestoUS$24.99

Mezzi Paccheri al RagúUS$28.99

Spaghetti alle Vongole MacchiatoUS$27.99

Ravioli di RicottaUS$24.99

Ravioli PorciniUS$26.99

Mom's Lasagna della CasaUS$26.99

Tortelli Panna e ProsciuttoUS$25.99

Gnocchi alla SorrentinaUS$25.99

Ravioli con AragostaUS$29.99

Mezzi Paccheri ai Frutti di MareUS$31.99

Risotto del GiornoUS$0.00

Lobster Fra Diavolo (House Special)US$0.00

Trattoria House Specials

Chicken ParmigianaUS$28.99

Salmone ArrostoUS$31.99

Mom's Quattro Carni RagúUS$36.99

Lamb ScottaditoUS$36.99

Ossobuco alla MilaneseUS$41.99

Grigliata di PesceUS$44.99

Veal Chop MilaneseUS$49.99

BisteccaUS$44.99

Pesce all' Aqua PazzaUS$0.00

Zuppa di PesceUS$0.00

Salads

La RomanaUS$12.99

Boston BibbUS$11.99

Assorted Italian Cheese PlateUS$19.98

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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