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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ARTU
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-742-4336
   
6 Prince St., 617-742-4336. Artu features an innovative and extensive Italian menu with nightly specials, and is a great spot for a romantic night out or drink with friends. Regulars love Artu’s chilled martinis, refreshing sangria and grilled gourmet pizza. L & D Sun-Wed 12 p.m.-1 a.m., Thu-Sat 11-2 a.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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BRICCO
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-248-6800
   
241 Hanover St., 617-248-6800. Bricco's sophisticated take on Italian food, lovely and expansive dining room and diverse cocktail list are the trademarks that have made it popular with Boston diners. L, D, C.

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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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CANTINA ITALIANA
Location: North End
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: yes
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-723-4577
   
346 Hanover St., 617-723-4577. Cantina Italiana has been serving generations of locals and visitors in the North End since 1931. Diners crave the taste of Cantina’s food, and some say their mouths water just thinking about eating here. That’s why when even the slightest change is made, they let it be known—some things should stay as they are. Reservations recommended. L Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat 3–11 p.m., Sun noon–10:30 p.m. VP. www.cantinaitaliana.com.

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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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THE DAILY CATCH
Location: North End
Cuisine: Seafood
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-523-8567
   
323 Hanover St., 617-523-8567. This hybrid of a seafood and Italian restaurant serves fresh specialties in two drastically different settings—the North End location is typical for the neighborhood with a small seating capacity and cozy atmosphere, while the seaport site features a large patio close to the water. L, D, C.

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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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