This ice cream parlor, located in the North End area, offers about 50 flavors of gelato-Italian ice-cream. The space was formerly the home of the Salumeria Toscana grocery store. The quality of the gelato is personally overseen by the owners Giovanni Gigliotta and Frank De Pasquale. Popular flavors at this joint include pistachio and tiramisu.

A hidden gem on Prince Street in Boston's North End, this intimate eatery offers great food in an elegant atmosphere. Sculptures decorate little alcoves and white linen cover the tables. Chef Jam Navaraj creates memorable Italian cuisine. Try Tortellini in a Lobster Cream Sauce or Spaghetti Alla Puttenesca. Loyal patrons love the Risotto. The wine cellar features more than 120 vintages sold by the bottle or the glass. After dinner, retire to the handsome bar for bit of cognac.

Riccardo's is an upbeat Italian eatery which has friendly and cooperative staff. The seating is simple and the decor is subtle yet classy at the dining and the bar area. The menu provides classic Italian dishes and the overall meal experience will make you want to come back for more. The sumptuous meal is best when paired with their wines. Above the restaurant there is a private room which can be availed off for private dinners and other celebrations. The private room seats about twenty-five to eighty guests. Get in touch with the management to plan a group event. 

Panza, located in the North End neighborhood, serves authentic Italian dishes and boasts a quaint and relaxing ambiance. With signature dishes like seafood pasta, vean etc. the menu also features entrees like Chicken Marsala, Pastas like Linguine Carbonara and Salads like Italian Chop Salad which can be shared between two. Their menu is consistent with classic Italian dishes, along with which they also serve seasonal dishes around the year. The wine list is impressive and goes perfectly well with the Italian preparations. Reservations can be made online. Call ahead for more information. 

Nico depicts a sophisticated yet cozy ambiance with delectable food and wine to go with. The food is outstanding including Antipasti, Risotto, Pastas with a variety of selections. The wine menu is extensive. If you are not a wine drinker, then you can enjoy sipping on some delicious cocktails while you have a chat with your group of friends. The ambiance and the food is a great combination for a special occasion or just a get together with friends. Reservations can be made on the website. 

Located at 5 North Square, Gennaro's offers a culinary bliss with Italian dishes influenced by American flavors. Chef Marisa Locco, who is also the owner, has names her menu 'MangiAmerica' which translates to 'Eat America'. She has excellently added an American touch to authentic Italian preparations. The end dish, thus, is a marvel and is one of a kind. The menu features pastas, antipasti, risotto and sides. All the sections and menus like the bar menu, lunch and dinner menus have sumptuous selections which are best if paired with their huge wine selection. Choose to order by the glass, bottle or splits. Visit website to have a look at the menus and call ahead for reservations. 

Known as one the historic Irish pubs of Boston, McGann's is an iconic Boston establishment. Conveniently located right next to North Station, McGann's Pub has evolved into charming local sports bar while still maintaining its authentic Irish roots. Patrons can root for their favorite team, international ones included, while grabbing a bite to eat or enjoying a pint. The pub also hosts live Irish bands on most weekends.

Likely one of the North End's most famous bakeries, this neighborhood institution has been baking Italian and American pastries since 1946. You will always find a crowd eager to try one of the fifteen different types of Cannoli. They also create outstanding ice cream takes, and can throw together a giant sheet cake on short notice. Open late and offering coffee and espresso, this is a great place to stop in for a snack.

This Italian restaurant is smaller than many other eateries in the North End with capacity for 24 patrons but it is quite popular. Space is tight and the tables are small, but the food is outstanding and portions are large. Start with a casear salad followed by a large choice of pasta selections, including a linguine marinara. Braised pork and beef and seared salmon are also among the offerings. Serves beer and wine. Accepts only cash and no credit cards at all.

Pagliuca's Restaurant is another one of the very small Italian restaurants that calls the North End home. Pagliuca's serves traditional Italian cuisine which is standard home-style fare with several antipasto choices and many pasta selections. The menu also features some quality seafood or chicken entrees. There isn't much in the way of atmosphere here with paper place mats on the tables and linoleum-covered floors but the food and prices more than make up for it. Alcohol is served.