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North End stalwart plating Italian classics since the ’80s in Tuscan-inspired quarters.
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Address: 104 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 723-7847
Website: http://losteria.com/
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104 Salem Street, Boston, MA 02113. About this restaurant. Located in Boston’s historic North End neighborhood since 1985.
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Reviews
Marvin Glas
Nice homelike feel and decor, good food, nice waitress.
Pros-
1. Kids both had a basic pasta and tomato sauce one with meatballs, now where I live back in NJ we have had a many meatballs, I have a lot of highly rated Italian restaurants around me and I have dined in a handful of Italian restaurants in NYC, everyone does it in there own recipe and meat mix, this meatball in the pasta was good- not the best for me, but good. The pasta was well cooked.
My wife had the clams and linguini, she liked it, it was good.
I had the chicken parmigiana, big piece of chicken, good sauce, chicken was good a tad chewy. But overall good.
Cons-
1.No garlic bread available to order for a starter, and we walked on to eat around 5pm on a Sunday evening.
… morePros-
1. Kids both had a basic pasta and tomato sauce one with meatballs, now where I live back in NJ we have had a many meatballs, I have a lot of highly rated Italian restaurants around me and I have dined in a handful of Italian restaurants in NYC, everyone does it in there own recipe and meat mix, this meatball in the pasta was good- not the best for me, but good. The pasta was well cooked.
My wife had the clams and linguini, she liked it, it was good.
I had the chicken parmigiana, big piece of chicken, good sauce, chicken was good a tad chewy. But overall good.
Cons-
1.No garlic bread available to order for a starter, and we walked on to eat around 5pm on a Sunday evening.
Stephanie Invernizzi
The BEST Italian restaurant in the North End!! My family and I have been coming here forever, my parents even before we were born and the food is truly amazing, always! True Italian famiglia at L’Osteria!! Xoxo
… moreJim Cooper
My wife and I went there for our anniversary last night. My wife got the ravioli and she said the sauce was delicious. I inhaled Bocconcini Di Vitello Triestini and it was one the best dishes I’ve ever had. My dog thought she was going to get some when I ate the leftovers for lunch……LOL.
Joanne was our server and she was amazing and funny. We will be back, can’t wait to try something else.
Hint : After lunch/dinner, take a walk around the beautiful North End to burn some calories for a cannoli.
… moreJoanne was our server and she was amazing and funny. We will be back, can’t wait to try something else.
Hint : After lunch/dinner, take a walk around the beautiful North End to burn some calories for a cannoli.
Sheila Chase
The food, atmosphere and service are amazing. The atmosphere is cozy. The food is fresh and so tasteful! I always get their ravioli and it’s the best I’ve ever had. I’ve never had homemade ravioli like theirs! We can’t wait to go back!! Definitely a must try!
… morexhulio bleta
the most scandalous service and experience I have ever had.
I decided to try it for the second time, because the first time was not very impressive.
I showed up around 8:50 pm. The first thing the waitress said to us was that you only have 3 minutes to order food since the kitchen closes at 9.
At 9:00 we place our order.
Nothing bad so far. It is understandable that the schedule must be respected. We ordered 3 plates of pasta. In just 3 minutes the order was ready.
How is it possible that pasta is ready in 3 minutes??? The waiter only had the mind to take our plate away, without asking us at all if there was anything we didn’t like or if everything was okay.
at 9:25 pm we got up from the table because no dishes were left on our table
on top of all the tip was included in the price without our knowledge.
PS: at least don’t let the waiter serve with a hoodie, it looks very ugly.
EDIT:The pasta was so overcooked that it felt like I was eating mashed potatoes.
Another EDIT:
Since you asked for an edit of my review, I am more than happy to give you another answer.
Can you tell me how it is possible that you have so many negative reviews, and in none of them do you have any fault? Not a single one. You are infallible. You are unique. The only case in the world where a business or an individual does not make any mistakes in life.
I would sincerely ask you to change the chef and teach him how to cook pasta correctly.
From then on, in your side, the pasta should be called AL DENTE.
AFTER ALL you should turn on the heat,dont be so cheap .buy some new uniforms and turn the HEAT ON ,cheap boss.
… moreI decided to try it for the second time, because the first time was not very impressive.
I showed up around 8:50 pm. The first thing the waitress said to us was that you only have 3 minutes to order food since the kitchen closes at 9.
At 9:00 we place our order.
Nothing bad so far. It is understandable that the schedule must be respected. We ordered 3 plates of pasta. In just 3 minutes the order was ready.
How is it possible that pasta is ready in 3 minutes??? The waiter only had the mind to take our plate away, without asking us at all if there was anything we didn’t like or if everything was okay.
at 9:25 pm we got up from the table because no dishes were left on our table
on top of all the tip was included in the price without our knowledge.
PS: at least don’t let the waiter serve with a hoodie, it looks very ugly.
EDIT:The pasta was so overcooked that it felt like I was eating mashed potatoes.
Another EDIT:
Since you asked for an edit of my review, I am more than happy to give you another answer.
Can you tell me how it is possible that you have so many negative reviews, and in none of them do you have any fault? Not a single one. You are infallible. You are unique. The only case in the world where a business or an individual does not make any mistakes in life.
I would sincerely ask you to change the chef and teach him how to cook pasta correctly.
From then on, in your side, the pasta should be called AL DENTE.
AFTER ALL you should turn on the heat,dont be so cheap .buy some new uniforms and turn the HEAT ON ,cheap boss.
Pamela Broderick
LOCATION: beautiful corner on less-touristed Salem Street with windows that reveal a more local street scene.
SERVICE: manager Daniella gave us a warm greeting and later took a few minutes to answer our questions about the history of this long-time, upscale room that stays faithful to old-style service standards (linen, fresh silverware each course) and traditional entrees. Personally I love the more elegant service standards, a clean fork elevates the entire experience from seating to dining! Brianna and Moe provided discreet and timely check backs, refilling water, etc. It was flawless.
… moreSERVICE: manager Daniella gave us a warm greeting and later took a few minutes to answer our questions about the history of this long-time, upscale room that stays faithful to old-style service standards (linen, fresh silverware each course) and traditional entrees. Personally I love the more elegant service standards, a clean fork elevates the entire experience from seating to dining! Brianna and Moe provided discreet and timely check backs, refilling water, etc. It was flawless.
Brandon Mason
The best Italian food I’ve had in a long time, if not the best. The service was amazing the food was clearly amazing and I don’t think anything could have been better. It’s nice to see a beautiful place like that with good food at a reasonable price is still around in 2026. If you’re reading this just hurry up and go already, you won’t regret it.
… moreSamantha Greenwood
We really enjoyed this place. The seating was super cramped but the atmosphere was still really nice. The food was great. We loved the host. She was grumpy and funny and we enjoyed her the most. We didn’t have a reservation and she was able to get us in quickly. I had the lasagna and my boyfriend had the chicken parm. We would go again.
… moreMark Gaudette
If you’re in or around Boston and looking for an amazing meal, make your way to L’Osteria on Salem Street in the North End. This quaint little gem offers a warm, authentic Italian ambience that instantly transports you to the kind of cozy restaurants we’ve enjoyed in Italy. Our meals exceeded every expectation. My wife ordered the veal parmigiana, and I had the lasagna, both were outstanding. The sauce was rich yet delicate, perfectly balanced, and the homemade pasta made each bite memorable. Truly some of the best Italian dishes we’ve ever had. The service was equally exceptional. From the moment we were greeted at the door and shown to our table, we felt welcome. Our server, Gabriella, was friendly, professional, and attentive. Her friendly personality and genuine hospitality made us feel like part of the family. If you find yourself in Boston’s North End, don’t miss this hidden gem. L’Osteria delivers the kind of dining experience that lingers long after the last bite.
… morejack keller
It was good, that’s kind of it. Didn’t knock my socks off but, the staff was friendly and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The only reason I am not giving a 5 stars is because I was hoping the sauce and filling was more flavorful.
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