Bar 'Cino Watertown

The food is awesome but what really makes this place great is the service, especially from Miriam! My family and I frequent Bar ‘Cino and Miriam provides outstanding service each and every time. She is kind and attentive and makes our dining experience wonderful every single time! Thank you, Miriam!!!

Bar’Cino strikes a nice balance between upscale and casual, making it feel polished but still relaxed. While is a family-friendly place, it doesn’t feel like the standard family restaurant. The space is open and airy with high ceilings, which adds energy—though it can get a bit loud at times. A large, centrally located bar anchors the room, and there’s also a pleasant outdoor dining area. We grabbed a booth near the bar, where our server took great care of us. To start, we shared the bruschetta with ricotta and zucchini—fresh and flavorful. The fritto misto was decent, though the fried lemons weren’t really for me; I would’ve preferred fresh lemon on the side. Overall, Bar’Cino is a good place to meet up with friends and enjoy some good food.

Bar ‘Cino in Watertown was a delightful find during our stay nearby. We lucked out with Restaurant Week and enjoyed their prix fixe menu, which was a fantastic deal! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a great balance of cozy and lively. Every course was thoughtfully prepared and delicious, showcasing fresh ingredients and expert execution. A wonderful dining experience—definitely a spot worth revisiting!

I thought the food was pretty good and the service was great. Appetizers came fast, entrees a lot slower . Server was an amazing. I wasn't blown away by the food , probably wouldn't go back

We had an absolutely wonderful time here! We rented the front area for a casual family dinner and were blown away by the quality of food and service! A real gem of a restaurant! There were so many items to choose from, a favorite of the whole family was the crispy cauliflower!

We came here yesterday for my Dad’s birthday and had the best time! Miriam was incredible and made us feel so warm and welcome. We are new to the area and can’t wait to come back soon!

Went here for dinner on a Sunday night. The place was empty and it was easy to get a seat. The appetizers were superb. I would.highly recommend either the braised meatball or the cauliflower. The kids menu was good and we got our toddler the spaghetti and meatballs which came out very quickly and he enjoyed. The carbonara was so so, it didn't have much going on. The pasta was fresh and very tasty but it could have used more meat and cheese.

Bar 'Cino has an upscale metropolitan feel that sets it apart in the Watertown downtown area. We sat at the bar and had great service, with a good drink selection and great menu with options that have a good range of price and variety. I ordered a pizza which can easily be eaten by one person if they're hungry. My partner got the risotto and found it very tasty. I will say that at least for our entrees the portion size will likely not leave much for leftovers. If you're in the area it's worth a stop in, they book up quickly so if be prepared to sit at the bar if you don't make a reservation or feel like waiting. Service will be good regardless.

Date night! Yes please! Ever since Bar'Cino's opened in Watertown we have been enjoying this lovely restaurant! The decor is super cute inside and they have a nice bar display in the center of the restaurant. The patio seating is also very nice and it's perfect for a romantic dining al' fresco on a nice summer night. Every dish we have tried had been packed with so much flavor! Their pastas are amazing and salads always taste fresh and seem to be curated on whatever is in season with fresh vegetables and fruits. We were lucky enough to catch the last night of "Dine out Boston" which we have been here before for that. They always have an impression "Dine out Boston" menu with several options for a three course meal at a really great price! My boyfriend and I made reservations for the patio seating and had an amazing dinner! We shared all of our delicious dishes. We ordered the beets salad and eggplant for appetizers. The beets were cooked perfectly and the eggplant was very flavorful. For our main entrees we got the scallops which had an amazing sauce and the bolognese. The meat sauce on the bolognese was mouthwatering, every bite made me happy! The very attentive waitress made sure our water glasses were always full and made sure we were taken care of. The desserts at the end made our dinner complete! We had a wonderful Saturday date night!

Came w a friend and got the picky pear drink, bomboloni, and scrambled eggs & fontina grilled pizza - TASTE: 3/5 - couldn't taste the pear in my drink, and thought the pizza was missing seasoning: the potatoes were tasty, but the garlic aioli didn't come through. Loved the lemon curd filling and sweetness of the bombolini TEXTURE: 4/5 - liked how thin the grilled pizza was PRICE: 4/5 - standard brunch prices. My total came to $38 SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - much larger pizza than I expected SERVICE: 3/5 - made an OpenTable reservation beforehand for 11:30am brunch on a Sunday, and there lots of open tables upon walking in. Service was a bit slow: drinks came out 15min after ordering, and food 40min after that ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - large open & airy space w an elevated Italian vibe PARKING: 5/5 - plenty of parking in the lot behind!

A return visit to this wonderful spot. The food is always amazing but when the waitress brought this special dessert at the end it was the icing on the cake..literally and figuratively . Highly recommend for a special occasion or just a fun date night.

The onion dip is incredible. And great service. I love the outdoor patio in the nice weather.

I love Bar'Cino Excellent food and service. They really opened up the design. Lots of light.

Honestly, this place is just ok. Interior is good, food is a miss. It's a great place to hang out and catch up with some friends, but the food is average, at best. Service is ok too. I have a feeling I should've ordered a pasta dish, maybe my review would have been different. I ordered the grilled chicken wrap which came with a ton of leafy greens and a side of homemade potato chips. Skip it. Better sandwiches at McDonald's. The ratio of the greens to the chicken was disproportionate, there was too much green. Also, as I kept eating, the pieces of chicken kept getting fattier, until it was all fat and I had to leave it. Came home and my stomach was not happy with me a few hours later. The "wrap" itself also could've been better, I've noticed they have a trend of using flatbread for their wraps and pizza-- it didn't work out great. I saw their version of a presumable Margherita pizza by the kitchen and was shocked... it looked like an arts & crafts project. That is not a Margherita pizza. Shirley temple was good, though! Overall, I'm glad I tried it but I don't think I will be back :(

I thought the food was pretty good and the service was great. Appetizers came fast, entrees a lot slower . Server was an amazing. I wasn't blown away by the food , probably wouldn't go back

Bar Cino is one of my favorite Italian spots in Boston and this was my first time at their Watertown location! I honestly like it better because there's more space and feels less crazy. We went on a Sunday so we could participate in their 'Cino Sundays and I'm so glad we did!! 'Cino Sunday is only at the Watertown location. It's $25 per person to get a salad, focaccia, 100-layer lasagna, and tiramisu. The salad was so refreshing and the focaccia was sooo soft with amazing crust. The lasagna is actually 100 layers! 25 iterations of noodles, meat, cheese, and sauce. The char on the edges from the oven adds more texture making it even better. The tiramisu? Sooo much cream and so light. We also ordered baked clams and the chianti-marsala braised short rib. The clams were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so impressive because you can really taste the seafood. I would've loved this as a pasta. The short rib... man. First off. the meat was so tender and seasoned perfectly. The sauce was the perfect pairing and the parmesan polenta was so impressive with its texture and flavor. We ended with the pistachio ricotta cake and it was so delicious. The pistachio wasn't too overwhelming and the ricotta wasn't too sweet. Delicious. I would 10000% go again and I probably will soon!

I tried Bar Cino because they were a sponsor at a local fundraiser (Shuck Cancer on Nov 13) and it exceeded my expectations! A group of us ordered their pasta, pizza, chicken, and more and the food was amazing, it was a cozy ambiance, and the waiter was super friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend, especially because we love a business that cares about its community!

Boston restaurant week is the perfect to try a new restaurant or something from the special menu. This menu had some heavy hitters ranging from something light to something that'll keep you full. Dinner was overall tasty but tasted saltiness on the porkchop. The server was very caring and detailed about her service which made us feel well taken cared of. Lastly, parking is in the back so no need to worry about that!

Somewhere between 3 and 4. I like having a fancy-ish, sit-down Italian place near me; this particular stretch of Watertown is more known for smaller Szechuan and Persian eateries. I've gone to the Bar Cino in Brookline often for dinner and always had a nice time - the food isn't particularly exciting but it's tasty and consistent - and I appreciate the Watertown location for having easy off-street parking (look for the massive lot behind the restaurant on Google maps). I think my group of diners was still reeling from the indulgences of the past month because, to a person, we stuck with the salad portion of the menu. I went with the Caesar salad with chilled shrimp. The reason I'm docking the extra star is because I guess I had in mind somewhat larger sized shrimp (maybe the cocktail version?) for an add-on of $9 but when the plate came to the table, I almost burst out laughing. It was the tiny baby shrimp that you get frozen or in a can at the grocery store. If you're getting a salad here (the salads here are great, I'm partial to the kale and the farro ones), don't make my mistake of getting the shrimp with it. My friends' salmon portions were also pretty tiny. Good if you're not too hungry but I'd order something more substantial or add on an appetizer next time. We came on a weekday night for dinner and the place was pretty empty but I've seen it packed to the brim on Fridays and weekends.

Went by accident this summer and have returned on purpose The food is amazing and the staff is great

Tried Bar 'Cino for the first time on a Thursday night and ate on the outdoor patio. Great atmosphere inside and out. We ordered a few apps, a pizza, and a pasta to share as a party of four. The food was delicious and fresh -- highlights for me were the prosciutto bruschetta and bolognese. The pasta with the bolognese was cooked perfectly al dente. Service was a bit slow, but our waitress was extremely friendly and doing her best. The pistachio ricotta dessert is a must-get. Overall, this is a solid spot and I wouldn't hesitate to go back.

After hearing about Bar Cino for so long, I finally got the opportunity to eat here not too long ago, and it did not disappoint! I have not eaten at the other locations, but the parking situation was easy and accessible, and the restaurant isn't too crowded. Started off with their espresso martini and I think it's one of the best in the Boston area! I've heard a lot about their Caesar salad (especially on foodie Instagram!) and am happy to say it was fabulous! I love the deconstructed/crushed croutons, as this ensured you were getting an equal amount of crunch in every bite. Additionally, there was a lemony (probably just squeezed?) taste to it that really brightened up the salad. Best Caesar I've had in a while. Started with an appetizer of Bolognese arancini, which was fairly standard but delicious. The arancini were hot and crispy, and I liked the aioli that goes with it. For entrees, I got the Chianti-marsala braised beef short ribs and they were damn good! The beef was tender and the mashed potatoes with the braising jus sauce were mouthwatering. My boyfriend ordered the carnaroli risotto, which I think he was pleased with but said I definitely "won" dinner with the braised short rib. For dessert, we each ordered some espresso and a piece of pistachio ricotta cake and an affogato. Pistachio cake was tasty but not too sweet, would order again. The service was attentive, and the food came out stupidly fast. The Watertown location is a nice spot for a medium fancy date night if you aren't in the mood to schlep into the city. Already looking forward to my next Caesar salad from here!

Visiting from out of town and I as looking for a dinner spot before a concert I attended. I cannot recommend this place enough! The food was amazing, and the service was wonderful. Our server was attentive and kind. We arrived around 4 for dinner and the restaurant was busy but not too crowded. We received all of our food in a timely manner. The fritto misto was amazing, perfectly crispy and not too oily. My dad had the beef short rib that looked and smelled amazing, and I had the rigatoni bolognese which was phenomenal! I also tried the blueberry basil spritz, the flavors were blended perfectly together! I would definitely come back to this restaurant if I was ever in town again.

We were quite excited for dinner as were big fans of the location in Newport. But I suppose our expectations were too high. Our favorite dish was probably the kale Caesar salad. The rigatoni bolognese was also good. However, the prosciutto pizza and carbonara pasta were let downs. The carbonara was probably one of the worse we have ever had. It was extremely dry and lacked any flavor. The pizza had scattered cheese and very little figs, that each bite was missing the flavor profile. It's a shame because the restaurant has a great vibe with an awesome bar. Our server was great but not sure if we would be coming back.

This is new to Watertown, replacing Stellina's in Watertown Square for reference on the location. What a nice spacious spot. A dark wood interior, friendly staff, creative ways of including wine bottles in their decor above the bar, plenty of seats, and a convenient parking lot out back with meters. We started with the meatballs which were delicious. 3 get served with marinara sauce and we had some bread saved to dip into it. Highly recommend the meatballs. For dinner I ordered the grilled chicken panini wrap meal which came with chips topped with cheese. The wrap was really loaded with arugula - it was pretty overpowering so I didn't absolutely love this meal but all in all it was still good.

Sat at the bar. I had a delicious, but very filling farro salad, would go back for that. My husband had the arancini and devoured them . I then had a mushroom flatbread pizza, which you cut with scissors, and my partner had the gnocchi. Fun night out, about $150 with tip.

A really sparkling gem of a restaurant. The menu offers something for everybody. I had a wonderfully substantive chicken soup and delicious kale avocado salad. They also have seating for parties of various sizes, although if you have a large party, reservations are highly recommended. Our party of 8 had a large round table at the front corner windows and it was just lovely. It was Friday lunchtime and was quite popular.

Revisited Barcino twice in one week and was very happy. Their Tri-Colour Salad with Salmon was excellent. They do dressings very well. Revisited the oven roasted chicken piadini with arugula, pesto, chicories grana padano and oh boy, is it back!!! My favorite item on the menu!! It also appeared their grilled pizzas are back - crust is thin and flaky vs like pizza dough. They were slammed yesterday and still everything was timely and delivered hot. Even the manager was delivering plates! That's team work! We'll be back!

My friends and I were looking for an Italian place to take a friend out. I found this place and made a reservation for a Sunday evening. Didn't realize it was restaurant week so it was a little busy but fine. Some of us ordered from the normal menu and some ordered from the set restaurant week menu. Everyone enjoyed everything they had except for maybe the arancini appetizer and flourless cake. The arancini was bland and had a strange sauce with it. The flourless cake was more dense than expected so felt heavy to eat. The food we did enjoy.... -short ribs with polenta. The meat was flavorful and easy to eat a good portion size as well -pork chop with peppers and onions was huge! It was juicy and perfectly cooked. -the bolognese rigatoni was a perfect al dente. It wasn't smothered in too much sauce and again portion size was pretty good. -bruschetta, meatballs and mozzarella balls apps all were delicious Drinks were made well and prices to portion size was reasonable. The service was very good. Just to point out when the table ordered drinks and were brought to the table, one person was only drinking water. The server offered a lemon or something else to add to the water if wanted. What a nice suggestion. The only issue we had was the airflow and temp. I don't know if it's where we were seated or not but it was a little annoying. When we first were seated it was cold, cold air blowing down on us. *just to note it was a cold night, like 20F cold* At some point the air flow changed to warm air and it was very comfortable but then it changed back to cold air blowing. We just happened to have an engineer in our party who made a comment at the poor layout of the ac/heating units. Overall everyone had a good time with good food and atmosphere. We will def come again sometime but maybe sit at a diff table. Never take my word and check it out yourself.

This is the new sister restaurant of the Bar 'Cino in Brookline. They've been open for about 6 months and if you liked the Brookline location, you're gonna like this one even more! It is bigger, more spacious, and better service than the original location. The menu and food quality is about the same, but the service here is slightly better as I felt less rushed here. For parking, there is a big free parking lot in the back of the restaurant and street parking available. The ambiance is upscale, with modern art on the walls, dim lighting, an open concept kitchen, and a large bar in the middle. For the appetizers, definitely order the Braised Meatballs (3 large soft juicy pieces served over ricotta cheese), Fritto Misto (calamari, shrimp, and lemon aioli) that was fried perfectly and had good variety, and Grilled Broccolini (delicious and very slightly spicy with served with a zesty sauce). The only thing I wouldn't recommend are the baked clams. The shells came broken in pieces and the taste was overwhelmed by too much tomato sauce. For the entrees, the clear favorites were the 14oz New York Strip with Roasted Potatoes and Broccolini plus the Chianti-Marsala Braised Beef Short Rib with Parmesan Polenta and Roasted Mushrooms. The meats were very tender and melted in your mouth and worth every penny! The Roasted Rhode Island Mushroom Pizza came out whole and we cut it ourselves using a scissor that was provided. The Rigatoni Bolognese and and Whole Roasted Branzino were also pretty solid. The fish came with a lot of arugula which was a perfect combination as a side. For dessert, we got the Pistachio Gelato + Pineapple, Orange, and Guava Sorbet. The gelato was rich, creamy, and full of pistachio flavor. The sorbet had a lot going on and overall tasted tart and sour so I wouldn't order it again. For 5 people and ordering a lot, our bill was less than $250 so it felt like a deal for the portions and quality. They didn't charge us automatic gratuity and you can sign up for restaurant rewards with them and their sister restaurants if you're interested. Overall, Bar 'Cino is a solid choice for Italian food if you're in the area.

Glad this space is now occupied by Bar cino. This is just what the area needed. Love the Italian food here. Great meatballs. Great Flatbreads. Amazing server! The staff is so nice here. They gave a cool patio for outdoor dining as well. I was very happy with this visit. I'll be back because it's so close.

We came in for dinner Sunday while being in town for a funeral. Lou was our server and was so kind and even though we came in close to closing time reassured us that there was time to wait for the rest of our party and had time to order with no pressure. She was great with food and drink recommendations. We all really enjoyed our pizzas and salads. Thank you Lou for your kindness!!

First time going to this Watertown location, and I definitely plan on going again. I usually go to the Brookline location, but I love the parking convenience of this location. FYI - There is a shared parking lot with meters behind the restaurant. There's also a back entrance to the restaurant , which was sooooo convenient!!! My dinner reservation was later in the evening, so parking was actually free too. What a win-win!!! The inside ambiance of this location is very similar to the Brookline location. I can't tell if it was more spacious inside ... or just felt that way compared to the crazy-business of the other location. The food was equally amazing at this location, and the menu seemed to be the same. Just something to think about if you can't get a reservation at one of locations, especially since these two locations aren't that far apart from one another. That's actually how I ended up at this location. Maybe it was the night, but I definitely preferred the service at this Watertown location. It was much more genuine and assertive. I sometimes feel like the service at the Brookline location is rushed and less attentive. Fortunately, the food is always so good that the service can be lacking a little ... JUST A LITTLE THOUGH. Thankfully, I had good service and food here!!! I got my usual Tuscan Kale Salad. So flavorful and a must have!!! I also got the Tagliatelle, which was perfectly garlicky and mushroom-y. It's so good that I've actually been craving it and cannot wait to go back!!! Just as a side note ... took my friend here. It was her first time, and she loved it!!! Therefore, I know you'll love it too!!!

Excellent food! Some of the best Bolognese I have had while in the greater Boston area. The restaurant has a very nice, upscale ambiance and design. Above all the service was impeccable, the servers are attentive and the management is on point, making sure the guests are having a great time. Overall dinner at Bar'Cino was a wonderful experience and I definitely recommend it.

Came here for the Restaurant Week special. For the appetizers, I tried the meatballs and asparagus--both were excellent, but if you had to pick one, I'd go with the meatballs (unless you're trying to be healthy). Was able to sample most of the entrees on the list, so here are my thoughts: - Fennel sausage pizza: decent thin pizza, but not my favorite. Comes with scissors to cut. A big portion of food though--we were able to comfortably make eight slices out of it. - Chickpea pancake: easily the worst of the entrees--it's literally just a (somewhat dry) pancake topped with chickpeas and other veggies. It's like a consolation prize for being vegetarian. - Spaghetti scoglio: came highly recommended, although the actual spaghetti itself seemed indistinguishable from regular Barilla pasta. It's a seafood pasta that was fine, but the shrimp was small (and I always judge a restaurant based on their shrimp). Fine if you REALLY love seafood, otherwise I'm not particularly enamored with it. - Braised pork shoulder: the star of the night. Super tender, great flavor, the polenta was nice and creamy. We got two of these to share because the server said this was the most popular item. Would definitely get this again. - Grilled salmon: it was fine. It was salmon. I tend not to get salmon at places because I can make it at home and it tastes the same, but it's good if you're trying to get in your omega-3s. It came with this polenta puree thing that was also good. - Chicken Milanese: also really good. The chicken is slightly breaded I think, and comes with a salad and a lemon you can squeeze over everything. I tried the salted caramel gelato and the EVOO lemon cake for dessert. They were an amazing pairing, but the gelato was superior. The lemon cake tasted a bit like it'd been sitting around in a refrigerator and gotten a bit dense, but still good--just not as good as the gelato. I didn't have the chance to try the panna cotta, but the friends who got it liked it. However, one person reported their friend tried it and it was dry. Overall, a great tasting menu and some tasty food!

Solid place. The place can get really loud though. Came here 2x once for brunch a few months ago and more recently for the Dine Out Boston dinner. The Dine Out Boston dinner was totally worth it. Great sized portions. The asparagus app was big as they have huge sizes of grilled asparagus. It tasted delicious. The chicken Milanese was more like a chicken cutlet (I thought it would be grilled). It was fried to perfection and the topping was bright and acidic so the dish didn't taste too heavy. The panna cotta was okay. Good service and good food. If you don't mind the loud noises then this is the place for you.

Very spacious inside with high ceilings. They have a nice outdoor patio. Decent size menu. Food is pretty average. They have a pre-fixe menu for $36 includes an appetizer, entree and a dessert. Not everyone at the table is required to get it. Our servers were very attentive and polite.

The food is delicious! We got the crispy cauliflower which I am OBSESSED with, and the meatballs to share. I then got the bolognese, one of us got the Caesar salad with chicken Milanese, and the other the carbonara. The chicken Milanese looked so good and I will definitely try that next! My friends got wine and I tried the South Shore daiquiri which I was not a fan of sadly. The waitress was very nice, but service was a little slow. It is a pretty restaurant and got more and more crowded around the bar area as the night got later!

Really nice decor and the vibe is great too. Amazing customer service. The food was also great, every dish was delicious and seasoned to perfection. My favorite was the Bruschetta with fig, prosciutto and goat cheese. Such an awesome combination. Definitely would recommend this place if you're looking for something to eat and have some drinks.

A rather nuanced take on certain traditional Italian dishes. The farro salad with greens, Brussel sprouts, squash, and orange dressing was excellent. The greens were crispy and well balanced with the softer elements including the cheese and the roasted squash. The dressing was a bit heavy, but the dish was otherwise good. The crispy cauliflower with shallots, capers, and Calabrian honey were nicely fried and seasoned ... the honey was a bit too sweet but the allium bits were diced in small bits as not to overpower the dish. The fried seafood was probably the weakest dish of all, as the fried bits got a tad soggy over time and the lemon aoili was a bit too rich and there was too much of it. The fried lemon slices were a revelation though. The braised meatballs were excellent, accompanied by a polenta. The polenta was a bit too creamy and congealed after a while. Upon reheating though it's delicious. The grilled broccolini was tender and yet had a nice bite in it; again a little less olive oil could have been helpful. The Chicken Milanese was delicious; the meat was nicely fried and not super thick, with a pesto sauce on top. I think it had a bit of an anchovy flavor, which might have been a tad strong, and again, in general there was a bit too much oil content in the batter. The accompanying salad was also very good; it contained some chicories stems which I never really liked but I liked them here. The salad again was dressed a bit too heavily. The chocolate budino tart was excellent, with a crust that had a bit of an interesting spice in it (might have been star anise, or might have been something else). The raspberry sorbet was exceptionally refreshing, although a bit too sweet. The environment was a lot of fun to be in, although I can imagine it getting quite loud during weekends dinner service. Service was amazing; Alex was very attentive and informative about the various items on the menu.

We came for dinner somewhat late on a weekend and were seated without any wait. By that time, outdoor seating was no longer an option. They started off giving us a few pieces of bread in parchment paper. Definitely a pro move to save these for dipping, as recommended by CM Sophie. The sauces were by far the highlight for me. Scooping up the red sauce (along with the polenta, which I'm a sucker for) in the meatball appetizer dish and in the clam appetizer dish was the best part (especially with the additional oil toasted bread that came with the clams). I wasn't too hungry, so I just had a soup and salad as my main. Both were fresh. I liked that the soup had melted Parmesan inside. The salad was light and refreshing- with a good amount of acid on the fresh greens. It was a little arugula heavy, but overall very tasty- finished every last bit. Also had a tequila cocktail which was quite strong. Service was friendly and attentive. Would return for the pasta- which those around us (including Italian nationals) seemed to really be enjoying.

Bar 'Cino rasises the bar for easy, uncomplicated Italian dishes. Moderately priced, attractive decor, tasty food, tables not packed too tightly, and great staff that take time to answer questions and offer help. Outdoor seating is extra nice (and not along a busy street as with other restaurants).

I love this place and usually prefer this one over the Brookline location. They have great pizza, and their appetizers are delicious! My go-to is the broccoli rabe and cauliflowers drizzled in honey! Very budget friendly menu!

Chicken Milanese is the best food item this place has on their menu. Every time I go to Bar Cino, I'm either getting the chicken Milanese or I'm getting the Carbonara. When I order a carbonara from a restaurant that isn't Bar cino, the serving is just too small. So now whenever I want a big plate of authentic Carbonara I'll just come here. I would definitely recommend the Watertown location if you're looking for something nice and casual. However, if you're looking to go out with the girls and have a bit more fun, I would go to the Brookline location. Service is 8/10. They are wonderful people but not the most attentive.

Great atmosphere, but food was less than ideal. We tried it for Valentine's Day based on good reviews, excited to try a new Italian spot, but were disappointed. We got 2 appetizers & 2 plates & 1 dessert. Half the food was good the other was shockingly bad. 1 appetizer - bolognese arancini (a classic), was overfried batter & not much else--it was all we could taste, the frier itself. 1 plate - the orecchiette came drowned in water on the plate which wasn't the end of the world, but the taste could not save the dish. We did not eat it. Positive dishes - rigatoni bolognese & braised meatballs Overall we would not recommend.

Food was yummy and the dessert options were bomb. Drinks were not the best. I ordered a drink and had to be remade for lack of taste

We just had dinner at the Bar Cinco Watertown location, as always we enjoy our meals and have been a returning patron since it open . This evening we ordered their special Sunday night dinner offering and in speaking to Bryan, who recommended it to both my wife and me, well it was incredible meal and great value for the $$. Bryan thank you for your suggestion, and the great service provided by Miriam and your staff. Bar Cinco is a welcome addition to our Watertown Community. Thank you

One of our go to places! We usually have the carbonara, braised short ribs, the pistachio ricotta cake, the tricolore salad or the chicken pesto pizza. Since it was our friend's birthday- we all ordered the steak - which is always top notch! The staff always make us feel at home and treat us wonderfully. Thank you for all you do!

Fantastic experience here. Fantastic food - got the fig jam and prosciutto bruschetta, chicken pesto pizza, and pistachio gnocchi special. But our waitress (I believe her name was Ally) was extremely kind. The entire staff, including the owner or manager, was also warm and friendly while providing excellent service. Highly recommend.

Went with family. The food was good and service was great! I didn't care for my beverage but I just won't get that again. I would def go back!

Great ambience and food ! Staff was nice will go back ! Upscale place finally in Watertown !!!! We are all trilled to elevate the restaurant game !! Watertown food was getting sad so thank you for coming !

I love Bar Cino! I go a lot. The atmosphere is great and the service is fast. I usually get share plates with my friends and bottles of wine. Some of their best is their Bruschetta with goat cheese and prosciutto, their calamari which also has fried lemons in it, and their Tristan Kale salad with sun-dried tomato dressing. The prices are reasonable too. Definitely a great place to meet friends, grab a drink, have a nice meal.

Outstanding! Sat at the bar on a busy Saturday night. Our bartender was awesome. Drinks super! We had the fritto-Misto app. Amazing! Hubby had the salmon: cooked perfect. The polenta cake was mouth watering. I had the short ribs. Melt in your mouth delicious. The mushroom sauce and mash with it was a perfect pairing. Will be back FOR CERTAIN!! By the way, another 'reviewer' called this location the sketchy part of Watertown. Really? That is such a misrepresentation. Not everyone was raised by a princess in the Magic Kingdom dummy...

I was very excited to try Bar Cino after months of driving past it! I have been twice now and both meals were excellent and an interesting take on Italian food. The first time I had the short rib which was really tasty and I appreciate the olive oil mashed potato's as I am lactose intolerant and usually find a limit to my options, especially with Italian. Second time I had the NY strip and it was cooked perfectly and came with awesome roasted potatoes. Drink of note is the black pepper lemonade which is a trip! Definitely will be coming back again soon!

Stopped in to grab a flatbread to go. Beautiful space. Friendly staff. Order was ready quickly. Enjoyed the flatbread and will definitely return to try in person. Reheats well in the air fryer.

This place is super friendly/ has great service, but the food is not very good. Definitely not 4+ stars. The beets were good but the cauliflower was coated and too sweet. The potato chips with cheese were not very good. The branzino was devious but salty. The salmon was fine, the egg noodles and mushrooms were also fine. I had one glass of Prosecco with dinner, and I did not feel good after we went home. Maybe the wine wasn't good? I would not go back.

Dine out Boston menu and regular menu has delish options. Went there for the first time sat at the bar, great service, vibes and food. Drinks were great too. Will be coming back to try things on the regular menu!