CARMEN
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-742-6421
   
33 North Sq., 617-742-6421. The cozy interior creates an atmosphere of romance and intimacy at Carmen, one of the North End's most popular restaurants. A diverse menu caters to nearly all tastes, while the lengthy wine list spans a wide price range. L, D, C.

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CIAO BELLA
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-536-2626
   
240A Newbury St., 617-536-2626. Modern Italian decor accented with marble and woodwork forms a graceful backdrop for the house specialty—chops. Fresh Alaskan king crab, tender lamb chops and veal chops head up the menu, accompanied by moderately priced wines. L, D, LS, SB.

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COPPA
Location: South End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-391-0902
   
Experience a taste of Italy at the latest venture from acclaimed chefs/restaurateurs Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette. This small, charming enoteca features Italian small plates, wood-oven pizzas and handmade pastas, perfectly accentuated by Coppa's selection of fine wines and its creative cocktails. Open daily 5:30 p.m.-12:45 a.m. D,C.

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DA VINCI RISTORANTE
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-350-0007
   
162 Columbus Ave., 617-350-0007. Located between Park Square, the Back Bay, the South End and the Theatre District is one of the newest additions to Boston’s stylish restaurant scene. Chef Peppino’s menu reflects a blend of modern and classic Italian cuisine. Da Vinci offers an array of beautifully presented antipasti and entrees, and the chef’s homemade pastas are made fresh every day, as are the bread and desserts. Open Mon–Sat at 5 p.m. www.davinciboston.com.

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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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DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-357-4810
   
75 Arlington St., 617-357-4810. Enjoy fine steaks, pasta and seafood, or lighter fare in the spacious bar. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Sun–Tue 5–10 p.m., Wed–Sat ’til 11 p.m. C, VP. www.davios.com.

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ERBALUCE
Location: South End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-426-6969
   
Executive chef Charles Draghi has created a menu of contemporary cuisine bursting with creativity and passion. From the slow roasted leg of organic lamb to the Zuppa du Duca (the duke's soup), tantalize your taste-buds at this one-of-a-kind distinctive Italian/Mediterranean eatery.

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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 seared veal with grilled shrimp in a sherry cream 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., 617-523-0107. A boutique-style restaurant with eclectic decor located on the Freedom Trail where diners can enjoy fresh pasta dishes or great seafood. Be sure to sample the Veal & Vintage menu, famous for its “Veally Good Deal” of two dinners and a bottle of wine for $29.99. L & D. www.gvannis.com.

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GALLERIA UMBERTO
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-227-5709
 
Pizza, arancini, pizzette, panzarotti, calzones: these are just a few options from this authentic Italian eatery. You name it and Galleria Umberto has it, hot and ready for take-out to enjoy as you wander around the Old World streets of the North End. Get there early, however: Umberto makes its food fresh throughout the morning, feeds the massive crowds that pile in at lunchtime, and when the grub is gone, it's finito until tomorrow.

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