Il Ponte

The spicy rigatoni was exceptional. Perfectly creamy and spicy and the texture of the pasta is great. The short rib was extremely tender and the risotto was perfectly cooked. The octopus appetizer was very good as well. The sauce it comes with is delicious and the octopus itself was flavorful. Our server was very friendly, attentive, and kind. We will definitely be back

Excellent Italian restaurant. I felt like I was in the north end! It is very loud hard to hear or talk so that is why the atmosphere is not a 5, otherwise it’s great . The Bruschetta was outstanding. Il Ponte makes their own bread and it was phenomenal. I also had a fantastic salad with the arugula and eggplant Parmesan . Both extremely high-quality. Our server was on top of things and very attentive . Dessert was the lava cake which is one of the best I’ve ever had. It was served with gelato.

Great birthday dinner. Some of the dishes were salty, but the pasta was done very well and the appetizers were wonderful as well. Staff are very warm and friendly. I would recommend the shrimp scampi gnocchi for a lighter fare, but their short rub was great too. Appetizers, the Eggplant Parm was very tasty and flavorful.

We had an absolutely amazing meal at Il Ponte! The Vitello alla Petroniana was outstanding — tender, beautifully prepared, and full of rich flavor. The swordfish was equally impressive, perfectly cooked and incredibly fresh. What truly made the night special was the personal touch from Chef Beni, who graciously sent out complimentary ravioli and a delicious pistachio ice cream for dessert — such a thoughtful and memorable gesture for my sons birthday . From the food to the hospitality, everything was top-notch. A warm, authentic Italian dining experience that we will absolutely return for. Highly recommend! Recommend to make a reservation this place is a gem !

Best restaurant I’ve ever dined in, seriously. The food is delicious, the service is amazing, the owners make everyone feel like family. I would come here every day if I could.

Delicious meal. Best ravioli I have had since being in Italy. Wow. Wow. Wow. The balsamic with the sage butter sauce was a perfect match. Chicken parm delicious as well. Caico Pepe good, just prefer a bit cheesier and more peppery sauce (just personal preference) Coffee gelato ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, soft garlic bread was delicious and so fresh. Can’t wait to visit again and try the short rib and pizza! The small and bustling space was a bit noisy for my liking, but can absolutely overlook that for the quality meal.

Service is warm, efficient, and personal — praised in numerous reviews for attentiveness and hospitality. Tables can feel close together, giving a lively, convivial tone that some may find energetic or a bit noisy. One of the standout entrées is the Tonno al Pepe Verde — a sophisticated and flavorful tuna dish that reflects Chef Beni Kurti’s Umbrian roots and fine-dining background. The fish is served with a creamy green peppercorn sauce, which adds depth, creaminess, and just a touch of heat.

The eggplant parm was perfection. It melts in your mouth, thinly layered and a perfect portion. Our other dishes were wonderful as well including, so were the deserts! Really great place! Better than many North End restaurants 👌🏼

I'm a Yelp Elite Reviewer and I don't just give out 5 star ratings But.... I'm Not sure how anyone could give anything other than 5 Stars for this gem of a restaurant. We had our grandsons Birthday dinner here and it couldn't have been any better. Staff was the best our waiter Jeff & servers had their A game on. Our cocktails were made just the way we ordered & the house drink specials were very good I was told. The menu has a nice selection of Italian specialties that should fit most everyone's desire. Then add on the house nightly specials and you find yourself wanting to try multiple dishes (lucky our table of 7 each selected a different dish so we could share a taste) The appetizers were so good & beautiful presentation (calamari, burrata, eggplant & carpaccio each get *****). Let's move on to the fabulous short rib, Beef Tagliata, chicken parm for the Birthday boy, shrimp scampi, Tortellini Alla Norcina, Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe and I had hands down the best swordfish I've ever eaten. I can't even begin to describe this magnificent dish. The homemade deserts were excellent to top off this wonderful meal experience. This is a must try restaurant tucked into Woburn Center. Reservations a must Again this is a gem of a dining experience *****

I was actually referred to this restaurant by a bartender at the Château in Waltham, which I thought was quite hilarious that a worker at another Italian restaurant would send me to another Italian restaurant But I have to say it didn't disappoint. The food was delicious. The bread short rib was phenomenal. The chicken Parm was especially on point. The only drawback at all was it was a little pricey, especially considering I'm in Woburn and not in the north end I would expect something like that, but the food was definitely on par with what I would expect from a high-end Italian restaurant . I would recommend to everyone. There's plenty of parking nearby as well. The ambience in the whole setting inside gives you a very Rusty northern Italian feel.

My wife and I along with another couple visited this restaurant. Very nice ambience very nicely decorated nice bar. The service was spot on the food was totally excellent. Everything that came out out of the kitchen one better than the other we had the tortellini the chicken Parm, the octopusare very delicious. If you enjoy Italian food, definitely a must try.

Food is exceptional as I have written here before. But advertised as open until 8:00. Arrived at 7:38 to be told kitchen closes at 7:30. so just be aware of that.

Impeccable. Everything here was perfection. The fresh rosemary focaccia started off our meal. Appetizers: Bruschetta ($15) - The creamiest whipped ricotta with honey and pistachios on top of toasted baguette pieces. Eggplant Parmigiana ($17) - I have never had anything like it - the most thinly sliced (probably with a mandolin) eggplant, lightly breaded and fried and delicately stacked like a ratatouille with delicious marinara and melted mozarella. Honey Lavender Duck ($48) - a humongous, perfectly cooked half duck on top of barley and a rich, buttery sauce. I didn't try the pizza but it looked marvelous. Everyone loved everything. Presentation is gorgeous. Romantic, classy interior and polite staff.

Great restaurant chef and staff ! Also great food Always look forward to the next visit

Very good meal with very taste mussels pasta appetizer. We all enjoyed our meals but we missed the portions or a bit larger given their price and quality. We are willing to try this restaurant again and hope they offer more garlic with their bread.

Wonderful staff, our server was so nice. The food was amazing! It was our third time visiting the restaurant, and we invited our friends who inturn loved it as well. We will definitely return

This restaurant serves excellent italian dishes as good & better than most Boston North end eateries. Excellent cocktails, wines and service in an intimate environment make it one of the best dining experiences.

From the moment we walked in the door this place was a wonderful experience. The hostess was gracious and led us immediately to our table. The lights on the table offer the perfect light for menu reading while keeping the setting intimate and cozy. The food was utterly delicious as were the drinks. We had the prosciutto and burrata appetizer which was perfect size for sharing. For dinner we got the shrimp scampi special, Cacio e Pepe, and spicy rigatoni. All of which were amazing, the pasta was so fresh and perfectly cooked. We ordered the tiramisu for dessert which our server kindly adorned with a candle and sang happy birthday for me as we were celebrating my birthday. Parking could definitely be hard on a busy weekend as it is all street parking and the restaurant is on the smaller side so a reservation is a must. We will absolutely be back many times.

Saw Il Ponte many times when eating in Woburn. Decided to go one night as the reviews were great. It did not disappoint. Great food, best Italian I've had in the Woburn area. Small cozy place in Woburn, a bit loud because of people enjoying themselves, which was great. Waiter was lovely (I think his name was Chet). Was a bit hungry, so went with a pizza as an appetizer. Was cooked perfectly and the bread came with garlic confit to dip. Short rib was cooked well and the risotto was perfect. Spicy rigatoni had just the right amount of spice. Ended the night with an affogato, was delicious. Would recommend if you're looking for Italian in the area

Great service and delicious food! Will certainly return and bring some friends. Love the ambiance

Recommend- Yes!! Thanks to other fellow Yelpers for the great reviews on this restaurant. I unfortunately lost photos but I would still like to post about this place and their food . Parking: parking is a bit difficult. There didn't seem to be much parking other than on the streets. There was one parking lot but it was limited on space. Food: The food was delicious and reasonably priced. We had the Tortellini alla Norcina and the Furio pizza. The portions were more than enough (we had leftovers). The tortellini was so creamy and savory, the pork meat was in small pieces so you got some in each bite. The pizza had small grape tomatoes, basil, and some sort of spice, everything together made for a very light but filling flavor in pizza. Service: Great! Although we walked in with no reservation, the host let us know he would be able to sit us but would need the table at a specific time. I appreciated the feedback and honesty and yet was able to accommodate us. It worked out for both parties as we had to get somewhere at a specific time too! . The waiter was very helpful once we were seated. We got our food quickly and the waiter checked in on us during our visit. We got our check as soon as we asked for it. Ambiance: The place was lovely inside. It was softly lit, small place, and clean. It gave me a very intimate vibe. I can see this being a romantic date night place. I don't see big parties/crowds being able to fit here. Again, Apologies for not having pictures but I do recommend the food.

Find dining or casual! Italian social vibe. Try their whole menu. It's worth it. Wine pairing is fun but pricey. One of the top Italian restaurants in Boston region.

We started with the burrata, I had the ahi tuna and ended with cannolis. The burrata and tuna were delicious, better than I anticipated. Cannolis were yummy too but didn't blow away my tastebuds like the app and entree. I had a lovely ginger beer/mule mocktail as well. Cannot wait to return! Lots of ppl were getting pizza so I'd like to try that. The vibe is cozy and the place is small so definitely make reservations. Oh and the bread is served with garlic olive oil

You know you are at a good restaurant when it is full of local patrons! Great food, awesome pizza. I had some amazing pizza in New York City...this pizza was better. Highly recommended.

1. Our server was Jeff and he was outstanding. 2 We had 7 people and spent around $1000, so we were not happy that we had to leave at a certain time. 3. Food was very good but not over the top. 4. Main course entrees were very limited. 5. Some dinners were a little pricey.

The swordfish was not that good and l did not like the fried fish Also it was wicked expensive

Pretty damn good food would be understating things...attentive service, maybe lacks a little atmosphere, but it's a keeper....great choice of exceptional wines!

Squid ink with octopus was delicious. Octopus was cooked to perfection, and there was a decent amount of it. Personally didn't really like the ravioli, but I'm not a ravioli girl. Carpaccio dressing was too strong. The squid ink really carrying. Wait staff really nice.

super tasty! i really enjoyed the white fish risotto! definitely would come back here!

Food service and ambiance were all amazing. Owen at the bar was so personable recommending dishes which were all great. Will definitely be returning

Had a team dinner there with about 10 people. They squeezed us in day of which was a great accommodation. Their service was nice and quick. The ambiance was giving cute little Italian place. The food was amazing. They can use any pasta for the style of sauce they offer from the menu. I also add shrimp to my order which made it nice and filling! The tiramisu was killing! I love a good tiramisu that has hints of chocolate through out it.

My boyfriend and I were actually headed to a different restaurant in Woburn center, saw an open table, and decided to give it a try- I'm so happy we did! The restaurant itself was small and cozy with a good-sized bar, and we snagged a table right in the middle. Food is delicious- the burrata, Caesar salad, short ribs, and the semifreddo are definitely standouts. Cocktails were also delicious, including the limoncello martini and the boulevardier. The service was outstanding- we both remarked how helpful and friendly our waitress was! An absolute must- try in the area!

Food: awesome Service: fantastic Ambiance: Small intimate setting so you may need a reservation. Don't expect to be blown away by the inside, but the food is truly able to rival restaurants in the north end.

Service, food, atmosphere = excellent. Sat at the bar and one of the owners served me. She was kind and friendly and gave great recommendations. Started with the prosciutto and burrata. Can't miss. Moved on to the chicken Marsala - another excellent choice. Finished with tiramisu. A perfect meal after a long day. I cannot more highly recommend. Clearly the owners take great pride in their Italian homeland and it shows. Haven't had Italian food this good since I was in Montepulciano and Florence.

There is not a better place for exceptional Italian food anywhere in New England Do not bother with Boston or Providence (Federal Hill),.. just go to IL Ponte. Thank me later.

Had a wonderful time at Chef Bene's IL Ponte last night with family. I've known Chef for 9 years and always impressed by his culinary perfection. Having his own place has been his passion. His kindness and compassion are genuine as is his love to prepare incredible Italian meals. Each meal is handcrafted and comes out like artwork. Be sure to try bartender Owen's unique cocktails. Thanks to you and your staff for a great night!

We had a reservation for Thursday evening, and we're so glad we did! The restaurant was packed with locals by the time we left. We're not from the area, but we took a chance to celebrate a birthday dinner here based on the positive reviews, and thankfully, Il Ponte did not disappoint. This is an authentic Italian restaurant with fresh, handmade pasta, breads, pizza, and dishes that easily beat out the better known Italian places in the North End. We highly recommend the mussels and squid ink pasta. The piccante pizza was not spicy ar all and reminiscent of just pepperoni pizza, but the arugula salad helped balance everything out. The veal cutlet was perfectly creamy and flavorful without being too salty. Be prepared to wait a bit for your food, as it's made from scratch and by hand. But the service is extremely friendly and attentive, and they're happy to accommodate food allergies. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience at Il Ponte. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting, albeit a bit too dark and can get loud for those hard of hearing. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic Italian meal. TIP: Unfortunately not BYOB and expect to pay $50+ per bottle of wine & parking was difficult on the streets during evening hours. We did manage to find a parking at the nearby Salem bank parking lot way in the back where empty spaces were but not sure if this is normally allowed.

Our group of five ate here recently on a Sunday evening. Service was great. The ambiance and food not so much. We started with the focaccia and Caesar salad. Both were just OK. Our entrees varied from pasta to fish. My tuna entree was swimming in a cream sauce that detracted from the freshness of the dish. Their take on a chicken masala was pretty bland and the desserts like the entrees were just OK. The dining room is very small and cramped. The table behind us was so close that every time one of the guests moved in their seat, it bumped up against mine. Also, the noise level is just crazy. I wanted to give this place a try but don't think we will return.

Bravissimo Went as a small group, had reservations and were seated on time. Very nice ambiance, casual atmosphere, intimate but not crowded seating. The entire staff were friendly courteous helpful but not overbearing and we never felt rushed. The bolognese was excellent, we were all served the same time,the desserts were delicious and the bartender had a strong generous pour. Located in Woburn center , easy to 128 and steps from city parking lot. Il Ponte proves its not necessary to go into Boston for a great Italian dining experience. We'll definitely be back.

Ambience is nice. Chicken parm is made with a cream red sauce. Not very good. Stick with red sauce that's what people expect.

Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant! I had a swordfish puttanesca special that was outstanding! Everyone in my group very happy with their selections as well. We had a fig and cheese appetizer, awesome! Very nice wine list and prices fairly !! Will definitely be making a return trip!! The service was great as well our waiter was very attentive to all our needs !!!

The food is so delicious! I love the whole vibe of this restaurant. The food came out very quickly and the employees are so nice. The chef really pays attention to the details and sauces. 100% recommend and would definitely go back!

Truly one of the best Italian restaurants I have recently had the pleasure of dinning in. His Cacio Pepe is the best period. The staff is outstanding. . Also to enhance your dinning pleasure is their spectacular by the glass wine list.

Food was solid, server exceptional. Great cocktails. Ambiance was awful - so loud it made conversation difficult. Place was packed and every table seemed to be trying to out shout each other to be heard. It was even difficult to order/talk to our server. I'm not sure I'd go back which is a shame.

The overall 5 star rating for this restaurant speaks for itself. I very rarely post reviews on Yelp (only 1 other prior restaurant review a few years ago in Ohio), but after my experience tonight I just had to leave a review. I've now been to Il Ponte 4 times and every appetizer, main course, pizza and dessert has been phenomenal. Quality ingredients, authentic Italian food, and service second to none. If you've been there, you already know. If you haven't, it's definitely worthwhile to check it out.

Celebrating the birthdays of 3 family members, our party of 10 ranged from 4 to 81 years of age. From the moment our waitress, Selesia, introduced herself to us, until we left the restaurant with a hug, her attentiveness and patience was exemplary. The food and ambiance were outstanding. The appetizers, antipasto di Norcino, calamari and bruschetta were delicious. Entrees that we had included the braised short ribs, which was so tender no knife was needed, gnocchi, bolognese and calce di pepe were all thoroughly enjoyed and no "doggie bags" were needed. I highly recommend Il Ponte and we will return.

Absolutely delicious! My friends and I came here for dinner after a coworker recommended it. Phenomenal food and good portion sizes at a reasonable price.

The wait staff in the bartenders are outstanding. I will take nothing away from them helpful informative, enthusiastic, and outstanding now let's get to the food. Ordered a beet salad no goat cheese minimal at best and no pistachios or whatever. Nice they offer with it very flat plenty of arugula. Figure appetizer special for the night, three figs that you could hardly find plenty of arugula Very good taste if you had a fig to bite into that would be better Veal Saltamboca very tender view sauce was flat off with arugula no pasta additional charge. That dish should come with pasta are you kidding me? A sausage dish that's a regular on the menu with spicy sausage dish. You could not even believe the two small quarter size pieces of sausage that they put in the dish. When I question this, the bartenders response was well. It's a Ragu well surprisingly it had a spicy taste to it, but you could not have any traces of Ragu in it and the two pieces which weren't even a quarter size of sausage. I would never ever expect a restaurant to serve such a minimal quality food as this that has got such good ratings. I'm very surprised I will never ever return and I am a very, very significant foodie. I'm sorry that I have to write this review but for the price as I get charged and for the food that I got I will never return to Il Ponte. And and to add to it, the pasta was undercooked. It was pasty.

I eat out a fair amount in the Boston area, and am in general fairly easy to please - nice ambience, pleasant service, interesting cocktails. IL Ponte is something more. I don't usually find myself in Woburn, but we were looking for novelty. The place is smaller than I expected -- around 12-15 tables plus the bar. It was a little loud, but in that way where you don't hear any one person speak -- the sound bounces off the ceilings and around the open space and creates a kind of white noise that made me feel more, not less private. The service was attentive and effective, without being intrusive. I probably had 6 glasses of water, and my glass was never empty when I went to have a drink. We were looking forward to the cocktails, and they didn't disappoint-- balanced, complex, subtle. I particularly recommend the Falling For You, whose brown butter washed bourbon is full and warm and melts against the fruit flavors. A+. You set the stage for a meal with the bread. They had a kind of white bread (good) and a focaccia (excellent), with a garlic olive oil that I could almost have eaten with a spoon. We had the burrata appetizer, then a pasta and a steak entree, all of which were very good. But the dessert--! I don't usually eat dessert. It's too sweet and too much at the end of a meal. But I always look at the menu. The Semifreddo, a dish of pistachio mousse and mixed-berry gelato, is too tempting to pass up, so I order it, planning to have a few bites. Five minutes later, the dessert is gone and I am spooning cream through the remnants of the berry juice looking for more. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a dessert so much. Make a reservation. Stop by. You won't regret it.

Best meal and freshest pasta I've had in ages ! Intimate and lovely dining room....Very attentive service as well... highly recommended

Used to like this place when it first opened. Food, drinks, service are good. Now the noise level is similar to having dinner on the tarmac in front of a 737. Cannot have a conversation without shouting. Not enjoyable.

Service was excellent and responsive, ambiance was very cool, food was decent. We expected much more. Prices are on par with the North End, but the food was unfortunately not quite there.

My wife suggested we try a new place tonight, and we could not have found a better restaurant. Everything was outstanding - the service, the ambiance, and - of course - the food. We shared a pizza (the picante), pasta (the garganelli), and the duck. The duck was creatively seasoned with lavender and honey, perfectly cooked (tender meat and crispy skin), and served with a delicious orange sauce. The chef, Beni, was incredibly warmhearted and a gentleman, going from table to table around close to greet patrons and thank them for coming. If Yelp could give ten stars, we'd give ten.

A hidden gem in a Woburn!!! The food is excellent - everything from the bread they bring you to the apps to entrees to pizza to desert (I've been several times and tried different things each time). You truly can't go wrong, there are so many good choices on the menu. They have handmade pasta, great meat/ chicken dish options, and delicious brick oven pizza. You can get a crowd favorite like chicken parm or they have a lot of really different and creative things on the menu if you're more adventurous and like to try new things. You'll eat like you're dining at a high end restaurant in Boston! Great drink menu too with some really good drink options! It's also got a great warm atmosphere that makes you feel very comfortable and welcomed. Service is excellent, everyone we've interacted with has been great.

The food is amazing. Best pizza I've had in a long time. Very tasty. Fresh ingredients and the perfectly crispy crust. If we hadn't already ordered our entrees, we would have ordered more pizzas. My only complaint about the place was it can get a little loud and at times it was hard to hear our waitress or friends. It didn't help that the table next to us had a few people who were using their "outside" voice. We can't wait to go back. Reservations fill up quickly so you have to plan ahead to visit this cute little place !

The food was very good. Well prepared presentation was nice. I thought the octopus appetizer was a small portion of octopus for the price. Everything else was fine atmosphere was OK.

This food was very good for a sit down and the service was great too. When I ordered pizza for take out it was a little on the crispy side but eating in our raviolis and steak were fantastic. The atmosphere was very cozy and inviting. But be aware it is very dark in there be prepared to bring out your phone light