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"The lobster ravioli is very delicious."(7 Tips)
"Butternut squash ravioli."(3 Tips)
"Anything in the Fra Diavolo sauce is delicious"(2 Tips)
"Linguini Topped With 1/2 Lobster"(4 Tips)
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Gina BucknerAugust 10, 2014Lobster Ravioli, calamari, seafood linguini, special sweet potato gnocchi with duck confit, this restaurant has some of the best Italian food I've ever had and I am a foodie with and Italian family.
Almost don't want to leave a tip because this is the best Italian in Boston and I want it all to myself. Everything I've tried here is great, but Fra Diavolo and shrimp might be my favorite meal.
Elspeth MacmillanFebruary 21, 2023Owners of Kava Taverna & Ilona took over the old Giacomos, gave it a much needed facelift with cozy modern vibes & a great menu! Share a number of plates between friends.
Chet ThakerNovember 7, 2018I had the butternut squash ravioli which was very tasty. Looking around at other tables it’s seems like you can order anything and it will be good.
MegOctober 4, 2012Everything is good, and I never say that. The scampi is one of the best I've ever had. The specials always blow my mind. It is absolutely worth the wait. Make sure you bring cash!
SSeptember 26, 2014The lobster ravioli is great. Good Italian food at reasonable prices. Portions are huge so you might wanna share. Reservations recommended.- Youngmin KimMarch 14, 2019I would die with their lobster ravioli and pasta with shrimp & scallop basil pesto.
KaitlinJanuary 19, 2016Cash only, and likely a line to wait in, but it's delicious and authentic Italian!
Mike LanzilloFebruary 1, 2016Beat the line and come to this location rather than the Northend. Just as good
ChrisNovember 19, 2011Best Italian food I've had in Boston. Sure it sucks when there's a wait (nearly always) and that they don't accept plastic but plan ahead and have a great meal.
Lisa BoydMay 24, 2014Be prepared to wait, but don't despair, the food is worth it. I had the squid ink puttanesca--fantastic!
Samantha KochMay 10, 2013Butter squash ravioli is out of this world AMAZING! Order it! Poor service but the foods totally worth every minute.
Pat AddamsSeptember 18, 2014their bathroom has a secret door in the second stall leading to a secret second restaurant that opens at 10pm on weekends
Never had the food but my family used to own the building until the early 90's . I lived on the 1st for floor for a time and worked in old shoe shop and Mel Kings office that was there . Memories
Steve PolandAugust 2, 2011Is there anything possibly bad to say here? We come from Buffalo for this place. This loc will accept reservations - u need them. North End no res. Wine is full glasses $4.50! Fra diavlo sauce Ymm!
Christine CardosoMarch 10, 2012Best seafood-Italian food. Super affordable, split a dish! The lobster sauce is the best. Cash only.
Gordon FowlerFebruary 14, 2013Since we moved into the neighborhood, this is our "go to" restaurant. Great food, great staff and great food.
Daniel PainitzJanuary 3, 2012Don't be afraid to share...portions are big and everything was good. Well priced wine and great service as well.
Brittney BlockJanuary 1, 2013Get the house salad with the balsamic vinaigrette instead of the caesar salad.
Peter SApril 24, 2011Gorge on pasta, spit a bottle of the reasonably priced wines (the Malbec was very tasty).
Kinnell ShahAugust 9, 2013Bring cash because they don't take any type of plastic. If you need cash, there's a Bank of America ATM a block down.
Mike DanubioAugust 26, 2011Seafood fra diavolo is the best. Anything with the Giacomo's sauce tastes great
Alexandra LaurinSeptember 5, 2011Real good food, great service! A piece of the North End in the South End Read more
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out Giacomo's Restaurant as seen on Rachael Ray - $40 a Day Read more
Elica YoneyamaMay 7, 2014Fra diavolo sauce. I prefer the north end location because this place has the WORST service.
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