Nico Ristorante

The best restaurant I’ve been to hands down. My boyfriend and I just went last night for our anniversary and right when we walked in we were greeted and seated (we did have a reservation!) our first impression was it was very small but then they brought us to the quieter dining area downstairs and it was beautiful. The lighting, the tables, the atmosphere. The service was just perfect, we had at least three people always checking on us and our waiter was very patient as we were looking at the menu deciding. There was one guy that seemed like the owner that made us feel so welcome and comfortable just by checking in with us and also saying goodbye to us when we left. The food came SO fast! We arrived around 6:20 and left at 7:20. I’ve never had faster service! And to add to that, as we looked around when people were leaving, the staff was right on top of setting up a new table cloth and getting it ready for the next customers, it was fascinating. Lastly, the food! You could tell it was homemade/ fresh. I’ve never had pasta that tasted so good, and my boyfriend felt the same way. I highly recommend the lobster ravioli. I can’t speak too much on the cocktails since I only had one but not even exaggerating when I say this — that was the best espresso martini I’ve ever had. And I’ve had espresso martinis from many many places. It tasted more like coffee and not too strong but it also snuck up on me so it was just the perfect balance. I don’t usually write reviews unless the place really deserves it. Overall 11/10 experience. Thank you Nico!! 👏🏽

Excellent meal, great service, chill atmosphere! What else can you ask for?🤤💕 We had the porcini ravioli and lobster pasta, everything is phenomenal! I highly recommend the porcini ravioli for vegetarian, that’s like the best ravioli I ever had!!! Our server is very attentive and gave us good recommendations! If you going in during the weekend, a reservation might not be a bad idea, the place can get busy quickly.

The drinks were good. But I was really disappointed by the food. The seafood did not have a fresh taste to them. I am Not sure if I will come back.

This was our best Italian meal in town. The meatball was like silk, not sure how they got that so smooth but damn...that flavor too! The stuffed veal chop was next level, got the scratch pasta to accompany and was also delicious. The lobster ravioli or pillows were slammed with fresh lobster. Can not recommend here enough! Also killer wine list.

My family and I had an exceptional experience at this place. The service was top-notch, and the atmosphere had a relaxed vibe. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and highly recommend giving it a try. The prices are very reasonable for the quality you receive. Trust me, absolutely amazing! 😍

Great experience. Great food. I would recommend. The pasta prepared in the cheese wheel is particularly interesting.

The food was great. We had the Mushroom Raviolis and the Seafood pasta, we also had the Glazed Calimari and the Cold Antipasto, they were all super good. The only bad thing was the Meatball pasta , which the waiter said was a staple of the restaurant, and they were over cooked and burnt. It's really hard to find great meatballs. I will definitely go back next time, but no meatballs.

When I tell you this was THE best Italian food I’ve ever eaten in my lifetime. every dish ordered was perfectly handmade with love & the most delicious flavor. I will crave this pasta til I’m back in Boston. Carbonara was an absolute must. And a must stop for dinner if you’re in the Boston area. The best way to enjoy incredible food.

My husband and I went to Nico with some out of town friends. We were just walking by in the North End looking for dinner and happened upon this gem! Everything was amazing! All of our dishes looked so good! I had the gnocchi and my husband had the carbonara. I can't say enough! So tasty! Great service and atmosphere. The staff were very nice! Thank you so much!

Husband and I came here on a busy Saturday night. It's a very small place so definitely make a reservation. I got the Porcini Ravioli - One of the best pasta meals I've ever had. Absolutely incredible. I will think about this meal for years to come. Hubby got the Rigatoni alla Vodka - he ate every bite and then was sooo full after but said it was worth it. Our one complaint is that the music is incredibly loud. Felt like we were in a night club rather than an Italian restaurant. We were in the corner by the front door and I believe it's the only speaker in the place. We asked them to turn it down and they did, but then someone turned it back up. They also blast music even louder when it's someone's birthday and they make it into a big spectacle, but being in the corner next to everyone waiting for a table we couldn't even see what was happening and the music was just ridiculously loud. Definitely choose a different restaurant if you are taking anyone who's hard of hearing or if you want to be able to have a nice conversation at dinner... it's very overstimulating. With that said. I'm still giving it a 5/5 stars because the pasta is simply incredible.

We had a team dinner here and holy sh*t, this was one of the best Italian meals I've had. They accommodated our large group downstairs and while it was a little warm the staff were on top of it. I had the carbonara for dinner with chicken. While I would have preferred for it to be in the pasta, it was on the side. Not the juciest breast I've had but far from the driest. But the carbonera? Oh my. One of the best flavored meals I've had. So super good. The restaurant was decorated well, staff was great, and honestly wish I was in Boston because I'd go back tomorrow.

I honestly went here for the cacio de Pepe table side and it did not disappoint! The cocktails and wine were good, there was even live music. The restaurant itself is tiny but it has a nice ambiance to it.

Absolutely exquisite!! Enjoyed every appetizer, beverage and entree we had. Gonna keep this review short and sweet and let the photos do the talking!

Well, for the bday girl we had reservations at Lucia and walked in 3 unsmiling hostesses. Not a great start. Then asked for an open booth and got promptly shut down. We both looked at each other and said "let's find a happier spot!" So, next door the universe led us to Phil who whisked us in with a huge smile and comp glass of bubbly to get a smile going. From that point on, between Phil and Jack are waiter it was a perfect night. Smiles everywhere and the atmosphere was fun. Wine started to flow and out came the best food ever. Eggplant app for Deborah and rice balls for me plus and order of fabulous penne with sausage and vodka sauce. It was delicious. Then out of nowhere, the lights go down the music comes up and a tiramisu with candles and everyone singing comes out to end the night! Phil, you do it right. Thank you for saving a birthday.

There are so many restaurants to choose from on Hanover St in North End but I'm glad we chose this one. The service was great and the food was amazing. Our group shared the crab gnocchi and house special calamari appetizers. Both were quite yummy. I ordered the porcini ravioli and it was out of this world. Also a large portion. I feel like ravioli dishes usually come with 4 or 5 raviolis. This one came with 8. Highly recommend. My colleagues ordered the chicken limoncello and the chicken parmagiana which they enjoyed as well but I'm convinced my dish was the best. If I came back I would be interested to try the cacio e pepe as I saw them prepare it fresh by the table next to ours. Such a wonderful dining experience!

We had a wonderful night at North End in Boston at the Nico's Ristorante. From a very friendly manager, who greeted us at the door to a wonderful server named Ever and all the stuff, to the ambience and the whole atmosphere, the experience was amazing. Table-side Caccio e Peppe and Pollo Limoncello were so delicious. Please make sure you stop by Nico's when you're in Boston.

Great spot to grab drinks! We walked around the north end trying to find our next spot and everywhere was packed, but Nico was able to get us right in at the bar! The bartender made me an amazing espresso martini and added pumpkin. They're absolutely known for their espresso martinis, and this one did not disappoint. Their wine selection was also great. Looking forward to coming back and trying food!

We just stopped in for a drink, and for a seat right at the bar. The food looked decent but we didn't try any. One thing that's interesting about the North End is that not all bars have a full liquor license (they have some sort of license) so they don't carry many different liquors. We ordered a bourbon old fashion and they only had one type of whiskey! I'm not really sure how this works but one of the bar tenders was telling us about it. Overall this place is like any other place in the north end, cute vibe but small. Service was okay- but nothing special.

In short: best Italian food I've ever had. This was such a fun, lively, delicious dinner. We had a 9pm reservation which is usually later than we've ever gone out to eat, but when in Rome (Boston?). We ordered the Sacchetti and the Antipasto all' Italiano to split between me, my husband, and my mom. The antipasti came with spicy pickled cauliflower, pickled carrots, marinated bell pepper, green olives, Italian meats, and a couple cheeses. This was fun! The sachetti gets its own paragraph here though because it was the best thing any of us ate all night. Truly magnificent little coin purses of pasta with cheese filling, chive fondue on top, and balsamic drizzle. These were sweet, salty, creamy, and everything I've ever wanted pasta to be. I highly recommend this!! I also ordered the Love Tonight cocktail which was delicious. Not super sweet but had good lemon and raspberry flavor. The second drink I ordered was the white sangria which was delicious, and also not too sweet. For dinner, I ordered the porcini ravioli and couldn't be happier. This was the best pasta dish I've ever had (besides the sachetti). It was savory, creamy, salty, and earthy. The mushrooms were divine, and the entire dish was massive. This was truly a work of art! The striped raviolis were a fun touch too. My mom ordered the carbonara, and it was really good. Not as good as the porcini ravioli though lol. My husband got the cacio e pepe made in the cheese wheel which was so fun and delicious. The service was excellent, and our entire experience was magnificent. I am so happy we came here. 12/10 highly recommend.

ORDERED - fritto di calamari | $18 - mussels & clams | $19 - octopus | $24 - spaghetti carbonara | $24 Got sat downstairs and it was quite cramped in there. Very tight squeeze to walk to/from the table and bathroom. Service was great and hospitable. Food was very very delicious and portion sizes were pretty decent that my friends and I left STUFFED. We ordered 3 appetizers to share and also got the starter bread. Used that bread to dip in all the juices of the mussels & clams and octopus -- so good! I also ordered the SPAGHETTI CARBONARA without the peas and it was fantastic. Would definitely come here for dinner again but just a heads up, if you want an intimate setting for conversation... this was a pretty loud space.

It's a small restaurant and the people are very nice there. The food is good. I would recommend the Chicken with lemon and capers, Pasta Carbonara and the eggplant is good too.

My sister and I came here on Christmas Eve for my dad's birthday. It was so packed and cramped inside and there was barely any standing room. The tables were so small and close together. We had a reservation but still waited a while before being seated in the corner next to the door. Unfortunately, for us, it was freezing cold outside and the door was opened every 2 seconds, so on top of being squished, we were freezing. It was a highly uncomfortable dinner. For dinner, my dad ordered the salmon alla picotta. The roasted potatoes were yummy, but the salmon itself was bland. My sister had the ravioli al aragosta (lobster ravioli). I thought it was just okay and wouldn't have known it was lobster had I not been told. I ordered the crab gnocchi, which looked so much better than it actually tasted. The dish lacked seasoning and was extremely underwhelming. For drinks, my sister ordered the Strega's passion and didn't even drink it. To me, it tasted like a watered down drink. I ordered a glass of Sauvignon blanc, which was nice and refreshing. Overall, the service we received once we were actually noticed and seated was good, but we weren't thrilled with our dining experience and most likely won't return.

Came here with a large group and it was great! We got a large variety of food and everything was very good. The bread they served was warm and fresh as well. We ate downstairs and if you do, you cannot do the table side Cacio e Pepe because they cannot bring the wheel down. They also only allowed for 90 minutes which was very short for so many people.

Love this place!!!!!!! Great place, great staff and awesome food!!!! Totally worth it and totally recommend it!!!!!!!

If you want excellent Italian food in Boston, this is the place! I would actually say one of the best in the country! I suggested this place to a group of 8 and my group could not stop raving about this place for weeks. Everybody was happy with their dishes; the meatball appetizer (the size of a softball), Caprese, the short rib, and the spectacular Cacio e Pepe! The cacio e pepe is a MUST HAVE if you come, made tableside in a giant cheese wheel....it is delicious and a show. Tip: they will ask if you wish to add chicken, shrimp, vegetables etc, its enough to share, order one add in to split. My go to place for Italian in Boston...make reservations on weekends!

The Parmesan wheel pasta we delightful. We could have eaten much larger portions! Be sure to ask to sit upstairs if you'd actually like the table side service. We were disappointed no one mentioned this when we made a reservation a few weeks in advance. They have a nice wine list though most bottles were grossly overpriced for the wine. Stick with a nice glass - several available. Save room for dessert! The chocolate mousse and tiramisu were both lovely. Skip the charcuterie plate starter.

Shrimp scampi was buttery and delicious and the amount of crushed red pepper was nice and light (I appreciated this since I don't have a high tolerance for spicey food). The pasta was all homemade and delicious. Upstairs has a nicer ambiance than downstairs if you're able to request it.

Service is disappointing; long wait for orders; seating in very cramped room with small tables in basement next to restrooms. Expected more class for this North End Boston location. Will not return.

This was a great restaurant to scratch our itch for some good Italian food. I would definitely recommend getting reservations though, as there are not a ton of seats. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and checked on us frequently. We started off with the crab gnocchi and the burratta with prosciutto. The crab gnocchi had a great taste, and everyone at our table loved it. The burratta was good, but not as loved as the gnocchi - I think they garlic may have been too much - but I definitely liked it! For my meal, I got the Procini Ravioli and it was GREAT. I really liked it, but it is heavy on the mushrooms, so if you don't like cream sauce or mushrooms, I would not recommend this dish. Others at the table got the famous North Ends Only - table side homemade spaghetti. While the presentation was great, I think it could have used a little more seasoning, or some kind of sauce. Something to put it over the top. Overall, a great Italian restaurant and I would come here again.

Located on Hanover street in the north end of Boston is where you can find this gem ! Our first time coming to Nico's My wife got the Gnocchi and I got the Cacio e Pepe! It was a very cool experience and definitely recommend you try ! Both of our meals were amazing and full of flavor. The service exceeded expectations and specifically Phil made us feel at home and was also a pleasure to talk too while we were waiting for our table. We will be returning.

Stopped in for dinner on a busy Saturday without a reservation, but there were seats available at the bar. I ordered the "North End's Only Tableside Cacio e Pepe" but they weren't able to do the tableside preparation at the bar, which was disappointing. The pasta itself was also a disappointment -- the noodles were well-cooked, but had zero flavor (and especially no Parmesan cheese flavor). I also ordered a side of broccoli rabe which was fine but nothing special. The best thing I had was the complimentary bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, which was actually quite good. Given the number of options in the North End, I probably will not be returning. However, the staff was friendly and there is a nice ambiance for a weekend meal out. Food: 1. Complimentary bread (4.5/5) 2. Cacio e pepe (3/5) 3. Side of broccoli rabe (3.5/5)

We live out of state and eat in the North End twice a year. First time here and it might be the best meal I've had in the North End in many years. Great people and great food. We sat in the basement, which was a little tight but not as loud as upstairs. Highly recommend!

Celebrated an early Valentine's dinner here on Saturday (2/3) . . . my honey's FAVORITE meal ever is Cacio e Pepe so when we were researching places for dinner and we saw that they create it table-side, we knew this was the place we had to check out. We had reservations and were seated promptly at a very small and quite low table - which made it a little difficult to feel comfortable, but as long as the service/food are excellent, certainly something one can tolerate. We were also sat right next to the stairs where there was a loud party happening in the downstairs - BOOMING loud music, so be prepared that this isn't a calm/quiet dining experience. Thankfully that party left about 20min later and we could finally carry on a conversation . . . Also, it seems that the only bathroom is downstairs, just an FYI for anyone who has issues with stairs. Starting note: When we were first seated, I couldn't take my jacket off fast enough. It was swelteringly hot - and I typically LOVE to be warm, so for me to comment on this meant it was H-O-T. I looked at the split units they have, it said 75 degrees and in a restaurant filled with people like sardines in a can. I had to start fanning myself - and I think someone noticed because it started to cool off a little and I saw that the temp had been lowered by someone to 63 . . . so props to them for noticing and taking action because it was uncomfortable for sure. Ok, so here's the thing: For the prices that are being charged, and the ambiance I think they're trying to go for, I do think they are missing the mark on some things. Our server was friendly, but let dirty dishes sit on our table for a considerable length of time considering he was mostly standing back against the wall watching the restaurant (I assume watching his tables for any needs of assistance). And when the table is quite small to begin with, when you have plates building up that could be whisked away, it effects the feel of your dining experience. The complimentary bread was tasty enough, with oil/balsamic for dipping and we were starving so we were grateful to have that. Once we were ready to order, we ordered the Burrata/Prosciutto appetizer, then the table-side Cacio e Pepper for him and the Lobster ravioli for me: The Burrata/Prosciutto app had wonderful potential, but was lacking a bread or crostini component. It had one ball of Burrata, a few pieces of ruffled Prosciutto, and confit tomatoes - drizzled with olive oil, Balsamic reduction, and some pesto. It was really yummy - but seemed that with all of the loose/liquid aspects of it (including the creamy inside of the Burrata) it seemed strange to have nothing to sop up all of that deliciousness with. Additionally, a bread/crostini component would also make it easier to eat because all of that liquid gold was impossible to fork up. Lastly, and we can't quite figure this one out, the confit grape tomatoes - they tasted. . . fizzy. They had a strange fizzy snap to them, almost as if they had slightly fermented?? We couldn't figure it out but it was strange and off-putting. The table-side Cacio e Pepe isn't made completely table-side, it should be noted. The server uses a spoon to scrape up some fresh parm from the wheel, then adds the pasta (that was already done up in the kitchen as Cacio e Pepe, sauce and everything) into the wheel and mixes it around more. It's twirled onto your plate with some additional pepper, olive oil, and cheese on top. So it's more like it's dressed table-side. That being said, my boyfriend said it's the best Cacio e Pepe he's had since he was in Italy. So that's a big kudos for them. My lobster ravioli dish was just ok. It was lobster ravioli in a slightly spicy sauce that was just average at best. I ate it, but wouldn't say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was just meh. Over all, a decent enough place - but with some missed potential. The Devil's in the details, ya know? Give them a try if you want to enjoy really good Cacio e Pepe. Oh, one last thing . . . someone was experiencing a birthday (right behind us actually) and apparently when that happens, they suddenly BLAST a party song incredibly loud. It was so loud that I jumped out of my seat a little. They also put a little strobe light thingy on the birthday person's table for a few minutes . . . that was really obnoxious, to be honest. Plus, problematic potentially if anyone dining there has epilepsy and could be triggered by the flashing strobe lights. I'm all for enjoying a fun occasion, but the way they choose to celebrate birthday's here just doesn't seem to fit the rest of what's going on. Or who knows, maybe it does.

We brought my dad here for his birthday on Christmas Eve and it was busy and packed. The restaurant had a darker ambiance and the seating was tight and cramped. We were seated on the main floor near the door and it was so cold that it decreased the quality of our dining experience. I ordered the Ravioli al' Aragosta and I was not impressed. I'm not even sure there was lobster in it, just a saucy mess. I also ordered the Strega's passion cocktail and it was not good, there was no trace of passion fruit in it, and the drink tasted watery. First and last for me.

After seeing the reviews here, we were super excited! We came for my bf's birthday since they had cheese wheel pasta here. However the pasta was bland and disappointing :( even the cheese wheel pasta was not impressive. The process of making it was very nice to watch but I wouldn't recommend it for the price. We got a side of chicken parmigiana and it was charged as a full dish. The service was okay, we felt uncomfortable as we were charged for additional bread without knowing. The ambiance was nice.

From nyc and second time here.we don't travel much but when in Boston a must. I got a reservation a month ago,glad to bc north end was a zoo.ordered the carbonara for the guanciale it was amazing.

Nico was a nice experience in North End for some classic Italian dishes. Our meal also came with complimentary bread and oil which was great. We tried their table side service Cacio e Pepe and it was a great experience watching them make it. Makes you appreciate how the pasta is quite simple but delicious and flavorful at the same time. The Cacio e Pepe was very dense and had that strong Pecorino Romano flavor. My boyfriend got the spaghetti with meatballs which came out with huge meatballs. It was tasty but hard to match the Cacio e Pepe experience. The meatballs were also different than meatballs we're used to, these were more similar to a meatloaf texture. Nice ambiance inside, with music playing and servers rolling in and out serving Cacio e Pepe table side.

My wife and I went here on a Friday night. We loved the food - and would go back again easily. I got the veal parm, which was so good, and it came with homemade fusilli pasta. I'm a sucker for homemade pasta and this fit the bill. Our waiter was your typical North End Italian guy - funny, attentive, and passionate about the business. we sat on the ground floor, which had modern dark decor and dim lighting, which made for a romantic evening. My wife got the table side Cacio e Pepe. They roll out a 2 ft block of Parmesan cheese and toss your pasta in it with pepper and olive oil. It's a cool show, which is definitely what they are known for. If you get this, I agree with other reviews: sit on the ground level floor, not the basement. The wheel of cheese is rolled around, and I don't think they can get it downstairs. It tasted great too! My only complaints is that for $34, and it only being pasta and cheese that you receive, the portion was kind of small. It was extra if you wanted protein on the side. Overall, it was worth the price tag for the experience. We had a great time and look forward to coming back in the summer time!

Bad! Very bad! They charged $34 for this tiny bit of pasta and chicken. It's an absolute disgrace to every single restaurant in the North End that Nico is getting away with selling this. I am the sucker for still going through with the purchase but I can promise I will never done at Nico again. You should be ashamed.

We went there for my sons birthday ! It's like they was mad because we had a large group of 12 the waiter was so horrible and mean . We had no choice but to leave be for it got worse he spit on my wife while he was talking and deny that he did. Why would we lie about that? . Spend your money and good times some place eles long story short . Karmas a B buddy I hope your family never get treated like we did I would rather lose $100 vs $900 or more

We had a terrific dinner at this trendier spot in the North End. The caprese salad and free bread were nice appetizers (though they no longer do the free olives with the bread). Both entrees were excellent. We had the gnocchi and the rigatoni with sausage and ricotta. Tons of flavor and a nice sized portion. Service was good also. Prices are definitely higher than other popular North End spots. But it's a recommended restaurant if you want a nicer experience.

My husband and I had a phenomenal time at Nico restaurant. It's a small spot in the heart of north end. the seating is quite tight so be prepared to be close to your neighbor. We were OK with that and honestly used to that with Boston, so it didn't bother us. We got the special which was a lobster crab. It was very tasty. Our favorite meal is hands-down, the cacio e Pepe cheese wheel. We sat downstairs, and unfortunately, they can't bring the cheese wheel down the steps. They offered for us to go upstairs to watch them, make it which we gladly accepted. It was well worth it. The service was phenomenal and they had a great drink selection

Nico is an overall great restaurant, but not consistent which is why I docked a few stars. We ordered the chicken parm which is off the menu and the first time I got it back in the summer it was DELISH. I got it the other week and it was tasteless unfortunately. We did get the rigatoni alla vodka which was SO delicious along with the meatball to start off with. Just like most of the North End beware that the place is tiny and you will be sitting closely to another table. I will say the service is always on point and appreciate their attention to detail.

One of my favorite places in the Italian area of Boston!! They have the Cacio e Pepe as a two person meal & they bring it table side to melt the cheese for the pasta in the cheese wheel. It's an interesting experience. So me and my friend split that and my other friend had the shrimp pasta. Both were really good! Also the complimentary bread was good. We got a bottle of Cabernet to split and it went really well with the meal. We finished off with the tiramisu & an espresso. Overall was a really good meal & the place just had a really nice homely vibe like you're at your grandparents house. Would definitely come back here next time I'm in town & recommend to anyone looking for good Italian food while in Boston.

Let me just say this restaurant had the best garoupa I've ever tried. I was so impressed and did not expect it to be meaty, delicious and flavorful. It was so good that I had to start my review with that statement. The meatball we had earlier with shareable for three people and it was delicious definitely last supper worthy. I also sampled the mushroom ravioli which was delicious and the lobster ravioli which was good. So why the four stars. We sat in the basement and which was very small and the table was right next to the bathroom so it was a little turn off with all the flushing noise and people waiting on line to go to the one unisex stall. I did request to move to the inner table so that satisfied our time there. The sangria was delicious too. I really am so eager to come back and eat here but this time I'd like to sit upstairs.

On Saturday, I approached to inquire if they had anything available for 1 person, and at the door, they told me no because there were very few people, even though I was checking availability on the OpenTable app. I mentioned this to the hostess, who told me there was no possibility. I made the reservation through the website anyway, and she canceled it immediately herself. They were very unfriendly and provided poor service. It was my birthday, and I wanted to have a pleasant time. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone

Nico's is the place to go for dinner. The staff are so attentive and kind. Who'd want to get dinner in the North End at any other restaurant? I sure wouldn't.

Service was wonderful. Every appetizer was sublime but especially the arancini. And PLEASE order the lobster ravioli. The pasta was toothsome. Giant chunks of lobster and the sauce,,,, yum.

This was my first time eating at Nico and it was amazing! It is an intimate spot in the North End for dinner or drinks. Parking is not a convenient option, but it is accessible to the green and orange line. There isn't a lot of seating, so I recommend making a reservation. The seats are also close together, but they were comfortable and arranged nicely. The decorations are sultry and sophisticated. I went with a group of friends, but there was a variety of people there for dates, family gatherings, or birthdays (there were at least 4 birthdays during dinner!) They had a nice variety of cocktails, beer and wine (I got the Pump It Up and a bottle of Chianti, both very good). The menu is classic Italian. I got the octopus as a main. The waiters were very accommodating and attentive. The veal was also very good and the portions were surprisingly big. Given the size and quality of the food, it is priced well. Overall, I definitely recommend Nico for a fabulous restaurant in the North End - the atmosphere, food, and service are all great! Will be back again.

Amazing food. This place was recommended by the firefighters in Boston. There are so many Italian restaurants here. Decided to ask and was not disappointed. Food was amazing .

Such good food!!! Beautiful Italian spot that's more authentic than the touristy places in early Hanover st. Take it from a local and Italian, very good stuff. My friend got a chicken dish, I got the Cacio Pepe. And we both got the PYT cocktail The pyt was SO refreshing! And watching the cheese wheel was really pretty fun! Waiters were attentive and so nice. Some advice:you'll definitely need a reservation even if it isn't a Friday or Saturday!

This was the BEST Italian food I've ever eaten! It was made from scratch...authentic! Their service was fabulous as well. The owner was there with his family and saw how much we enjoyed our meal. He gave us dessert as a thank you! The vibe was cool, the music was good and we'll definitely go back when we're in Boston!

This was the most disgusting meal I've ever had. The calamari was tough, stinky and gross. The meatballs were hard as rocks and simply inedible. The pasta was clearly not fresh. If I could give 0 stars I would.

First time eating at Nico and it was incredible! I booked a reservation for my husband's birthday and everything from the service, ambiance, and food was excellent. We got the table side cacio de Pepe for two which was really fun to experience. The arugula salad was also refreshing and tastey. Appreciated the fresh bread basket and oil - delicious! My only feedback would be to have a few more vegetarian options for appetizers. The atmosphere is very lively, I was nervous it would be too loud based on other reviews, but it was just perfect in my opinion. At the end they even brought out a flaming candle on a fake piece of cake which was fun and made the birthday dinner feel special. Good music and vibes to kickstart our Friday night. Will definitely be back soon to try the rest of their menu.

Nice place. It has its atmosphere. On the walls are a lot of photos of the owner with celebrities (I assume it is the owner of the place). During the summer they open the windows and you feel this breeze from outside. The service was good. My friends and I came there for some appetizers and cocktails. Everything tasted great. My boyfriend and I ordered Burratta & Prosciutto and Octopus. They served Burratta & Prosciutto in a beautiful manner, prosciutto looked like roses. I will go there again to try their main course as well. So far I liked everything.

Came here for the table side cheese wheel cacio e pepe and was informed after being seated downstairs that they don't do it tableside down there so I could either go upstairs and watch from the kitchen or just get it without seeing that. Not going to lie this was the main reason I came to Nico so was a bit disappointed and I feel like it should be advertised as only if you're sitting upstairs. But that being said it was still delicious as was my friends rigatoni alla vodka. The restaurant was super nice in giving us a tiramisu on the house. Would definitely come back

Yes, the cacio e pepe is probably overpriced but it's dinner and a show! The service was fast and attentive. I had a gin cocktail that was delicious and wine. We started the burrata and caesar salad, which were both good. The braised short ribs were so tender and flavorful!