ANTICO FORNO
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-723-6733
   
93 Salem St., 617-723-6733. Antico Forno (Italian for “old stove”) features brick-oven classics such as roasted chicken with garlic and herbs; pizza with artichoke hearts, porcini mushrooms and buffalo mozzarella; and linguini with clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp, sautéed in a plum tomato sauce and baked in parchment. L Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 3:30–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10:30 p.m., Sun 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

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ASSAGGIO
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-227-7380
   
25–29 Prince St., 617-227-7380. This wine bar and bistro offers nightly specials from its mesquite-wood grill, as well as some of the best traditional Italian cuisine imbued with an artful, contemporary taste. Complement your dinner with one of 110 wines or a unique international beer or microbrew. Reservations accepted. L, D, LS daily noon–midnight.

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CAFFE GRAFFITI
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-367-3016
   
307 Hanover St., 617-367-3016. Located in the heart of Boston’s historic North End, Caffe Graffiti is one of the most popular places for residents and visitors alike. Rated the best espresso and cappuccino by the Improper Bostonian and best homemade and imported pastries by Boston’s Best Guide, you won’t be disappointed by this classic North End establishment. Open daily 6 a.m.–midnight.

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CAFFE POMPEI
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-227-1562
 
280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei features a wide assortment of coffees, 160 wines by the glass, Italian cordials, pizza, Italian sandwiches, homemade cannoli and ice cream imported from Italy. Open daily 4 p.m.–12:30 a.m.; B 8 a.m.–11:30 p.m.; L 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; LS ’til 3:30 a.m.

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CAFFE VITTORIA
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-227-7606
   
296 Hanover St., 617-227-7606. This popular European-style cafe in the North End offers a variety of desserts, cappuccino and espresso. Sun–Thu 8 a.m.–midnight, Fri & Sat ’til 12:30 a.m. NC.

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DAVIDE
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-227-5745
   
326 Commercial St., 617-227-5745. Boasts an upscale yet casual atmosphere with Northern Italian-inspired dishes. Accolades include the Zagat Award, The Five-Star Diamond Award and plaudits from Wine Spectator. All pastas and desserts made fresh on premises. Reservations recommended. Sun-Thu 5-10 p.m., Fri-Sat ‘till 10:30. C, VP.

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FLORENTINE CAFE
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-227-1777
   
333 Hanover St., 617-227-1777. Revered by visitors and residents for decades, this historic cafe is one of Boston’s culinary landmarks. Lobster ravioli with tomatoes and lobster cream sauce and seared veal with grilled shrimp in Frangelico mushroom sauce are just two of the Italian wonders awaiting you in this charming bistro setting. Daily noon–1 a.m. L, D, C.

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G’VANNI’S RISTORANTE
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-720-3663
   
2 Prince St., 617-720-3663. A boutique-style restaurant with eclectic decor located on the North End Freedom Trail. Sample the Veal & Vintage menu, as well as great seafood and the North End’s largest lobsters. L & D. www.gvannis.com.

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LUCCA RESTAURANT & BAR
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-742-9200
   
226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200. This North End eatery is still racking up accolades for its regional Italian cuisine, lively bar and elegant atmosphere. D nightly 5 p.m.–12:15 a.m. C, Valet Parking.

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LUCIA RISTORANTE & BAR
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-367-2353
   
415 Hanover St., 617-367-2353. Lucia has been a North End culinary landmark for nearly 30 years, featuring innovative Italian dishes alongside traditional favorites in a distinct setting. L 11 a.m.–3 p.m., D 3–11 p.m. VP.

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