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Faccia a Faccia is the new coastal Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer. Led by Executive chef Brian Rae, the restaurant focuses on seasonal dishes highlighting the diverse cuisine of the coastal Italian region, drawing inspiration from their travels across Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia, and more.
Hours
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 278 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (857) 574-4840
Website: https://www.facciaafacciaboston.com/
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Reviews
Sydney Kitson-Jones
vibe & overall atmosphere great. however tiny portions for the price and misleading menu descriptions. my husband and i came and ordered the tuna tartare, octopus & orange salad for starters. octopus was phenomenal. truly amazing. tuna was about 2-3 bites each. but good. orange salad was not a salad but simply a half plate of orange slices, with one singular slice of beet and a bit of a dressing. a bit disappointing for sure. we got the cacio e pepe for a main which is one of my husbands fav dishes and it was simply not that. the most pepper-ey dish i’ve ever tasted. even asking for salt did not mask the pepper flavor. we could barely finish jt.
overall a bit disappointing considering the high reviews and social presence of the spot! but great service and bartenders.
… moreoverall a bit disappointing considering the high reviews and social presence of the spot! but great service and bartenders.
Michael Antonelli
We had a great meal with great service.
We had the Burrata which was tasty, especially the prosciutto, and the nuts and other flavorings.
The Bolognese was good, the sauce was flavorful and the pasta was great, indistinguishable from pasta with gluten, but did not have anything to make it totally exceptional.
The Koji Hanger Steak was also very good, the sauce was delicious and the Gratin was unique and flavorful with good texture. The steak was cooked well and the mushrooms were nice too.
My favorite part of the meal by far though was the Baked Sorrentia, which was on a Mocha Cookie Dough Gelato as they were out of vanilla. This dessert was truly exceptional, and well portioned. The foamy top was abundant, well flambeed, and delicate. The cookie dough gelato was chocolately and had big cookie dough chunks, and paired great with the light topping.
Overall I enjoyed the food a lot, and it was mostly on par with similar restaurants, but I though the Burrata was a bit better than it’s competitors and the Baked Sorrentia was really exceptional.
Service and ambience were great, no complaints!
… moreWe had the Burrata which was tasty, especially the prosciutto, and the nuts and other flavorings.
The Bolognese was good, the sauce was flavorful and the pasta was great, indistinguishable from pasta with gluten, but did not have anything to make it totally exceptional.
The Koji Hanger Steak was also very good, the sauce was delicious and the Gratin was unique and flavorful with good texture. The steak was cooked well and the mushrooms were nice too.
My favorite part of the meal by far though was the Baked Sorrentia, which was on a Mocha Cookie Dough Gelato as they were out of vanilla. This dessert was truly exceptional, and well portioned. The foamy top was abundant, well flambeed, and delicate. The cookie dough gelato was chocolately and had big cookie dough chunks, and paired great with the light topping.
Overall I enjoyed the food a lot, and it was mostly on par with similar restaurants, but I though the Burrata was a bit better than it’s competitors and the Baked Sorrentia was really exceptional.
Service and ambience were great, no complaints!
Marianna Jankowski
The ambiance of the restaurant is so lovely for a date night or celebration. Service was great, very attentive. This restaurant is a must if you’re gluten-free/have celiac. Their GF pasta was delicious and the steak was amazing. Also loved the lobster arancini, very decadent. Not pictured but also tried the GF tiramisu and it was a generous portion size served in a bowl and very tasty. Highly recommend.
… moreKathy D
Great restaurant with a comfortable vibe, large bar and seating that doesn’t feel crowded. Fried artichokes were the best bite. Loved the fry and the addition if some veg with it. Market salad also delicious. Fresh and lightly dressed, for me a little touch of salt would have made it perfect. The lamb ribs were the only disappointing item. They were a little greasy and for us oversauced. Pasta perfection. We had the cavatelli and mafade. We loved both. Pasta was cooked well and neither dish was over sauced. The mint came through in the cavatelli dish and it gave great freshness. Honey nut pana cotta was good. Honey sauce was delicious but I didn’t get much pepita in the crumble. Very crowded so definitely make a reservation. Overall was very happy with this restaurant and will return to try more menu items.
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My first experience at Faccia was incredible! The New Years Eve Martini special was savory and delicious. Before the lobster arancini arrived, I wondered if it might be overpriced, but it was a delightful bite and well portioned for one or even two. Pasta was tasty and cooked to perfection. Looking forward to returning and trying more of the menu!
… moreCraig
We went here after dinner and it was a fine experience. Nothing bad and nothing was amazing either. The prices for the drinks and small plates were a bit high but the food tasted good. The menu was very pesto heavy and it would have been nice to see a bit more variety. The pasta dishes were very good and the pasta tasted homemade. Overall this was a good experience with pleasant wait staff and management and solid food. If you decide to go here you won’t be disappointed but you likely won’t be amazed either. For drinks and snacks after work, this is a great choice.
… moreKelly Hui
The food is superb. Though each plate is meant for sharing the portion side is on a smaller side (my husband and I could each for a few bite for each dish only). The rabbit meat pasta is “chef kiss”. We have the egg plant pasta as well, that dish is delicious but not overwhelming enough, I wish they have other option with protein but not spicy so our toddler can also eat. The octopus is super tender and the pairing with crispy rice is delicious.
The menu is on the pricy side but great place for dating.
… moreThe menu is on the pricy side but great place for dating.
Robert Gonzalez
Let me start off by saying we had very high expectations of this place. We had to wait 20 minutes past our reservation time to be seated. We ordered Brussels sprouts, Coleply Market Salad, Cavatelli pasta and Hanger steak. The Brussel sprouts and salad were good. However our steak did not come with broccolini as advertised, the sauce was very acidic, and the food was not warm. The pasta was dry and bland, and definitely not a sharing portion. I am very disappointed with the food. We left majority of the food and we made it known that we did not enjoy the meal. We did not take anything home. There was no acknowledgment of the complaint and no action taken. Do not recommend for the high price.
… moreYani Burgos
Really consistently positive experiences! They’ve nailed the al dente (which sadly still is a mixed bag in so many restaurants) and their menu is creative while also accessible to most palates. Grateful for their gluten free options!
My only other note – perhaps a second vegetarian pasta option?
… moreMy only other note – perhaps a second vegetarian pasta option?
Alex Issokson (Boston Foodie)
Excellent dinner here!! Loved everything we ordered and would easily come back. Would highly recommend the bucatini with eggplant, the grandma bread, and the miso chocolate brownie gelato. All of the pastas were super fresh and homemade. Loved being able to share everything. Would probably pass on the mozzarella sticks next time. See more of my reviews at @alexissokson on IG or AlexEats500 on YouTube!
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