Nico

4.6

3864 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Nick Varano invites you to enjoy superlative and classic Italian fare in this boldly colored and romantic atmosphere. NICO’s friendly and enthusiastic staff set the bar for quality customer service. The kitchen is under the direction and expertise of celebrated Boston chef, Farouk Bazoune.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 742-0404
Website
http://www.nicoboston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Farouk Bazoune

Location
417 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113
Area
North End
Cross Street
Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
Parking details
None
Public transit
MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
Entertainment
Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

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AranciniUSD 12.95
rice fritters, mozzarella, beef and peas in a san marzano tomato sauce
Bruschetta Al GamberoniUSD 17.95
jump shrimp sauteed with a white wine lemon and garlic sauce served over grilled tuscan bread
Polpetta Di Mamma RosettaUSD 9.95
traditional calabrese meatball made from ground veal, beef and wild mushrooms served with fresh basil and ricotta
Pepata Di Cozze E VongolaUSD 16.95
farm raised mussels and littleneck clams sauteed in a spicy tomato sauce served with grilled tuscan bread
Antipasto All' ItalianaUSD 15.95
the finest italian cheeses and salami served with champagne grapes
Prosciutto E ParmigianoUSD 12.95
sliced imported prosciutto di parma with chunks of parmigiano reggiano
Fritto Di CalamariUSD 13.95
fried fresh calamari with sliced cherry peppers served with a chipotle sauce
CapreseUSD 14.95
buffalo mozzarella, backyard tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil and a balsamic glaze
La RomanaUSD 9.95
traditional caesar salad
Insalata "Nico"USD 11.00
baby arugula, grilled pears, walnuts and gorgonzola cheese dressed in a pomegranate vinaigrette
Peperone RipienoUSD 12.95
baked red pepper stuffed with italian sausage and broccoli rabe
Parmigiana Alla SicilianaUSD 13.95
layers of pan sauteed sicilian eggplant baked with buffalo mozzarella and plum tomato sauce topped with parmesan and fresh basil
Capesante Al PestoUSD 17.95
pan seared deep sea scallops served over grilled baby eggplant garnished with pine nuts and a pesto sauce

Primi Piatti

Fusilli Con GamberoniUSD 21.95
homemade fusilli with sauteed jumbo shrimp, zucchini and fresh ricotta in a pink sauce
Spaghetti Con PolpettaUSD 17.95
homemade spaghetti with our famous calabrese meatball in a san marzano tomato sauce with fresh basil and ricotta
Rigatoni Con Carciofi E SalsicciaUSD 19.95
homemade rigatoni with italian sausage, fresh artichoke hearts and a plum tomato sauce
Ravioli Ai Funghi PorciniUSD 19.95
porcini mushroom stuffed ravioli finished with a truffle sauce
Linguine Alle Vongole VeraciUSD 18.95
homemade linguine with littleneck clams in your choice of scampi or fra diavolo sauce
Gnocchi SorrentinaUSD 14.95
homemade potato dumplings served in tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Spaghetti E CalamariUSD 17.95
fresh calamari pan seared with hot peppers in a san marzano tomato sauce
Ravioli All'aragostaUSD 19.95
world famous lobster ravioli in a pink sauce
Rigatoni Alla SalUSD 24.95
sauteed shrimp and scallops with wild mushrooms and peas in a black truffle cream sauce
Risotto Del Giorno
italian arborio rice of the day
- Market Price
Fettuccine Alfredo Con PolloUSD 17.95
traditional chicken alfredo
Crespelle All'aragostaUSD 17.95
homemade italian crepes stuffed with lobster meat topped with onions in a lobster pink sauce
Fettuccine CarbonaraUSD 18.95
homemade fettuccine with pancetta and peas in an egg yolk based cream sauce

Specialita' Della Casa

Pollo / Vitello Alla ParmigianaUSD 17.95
chicken or veal parmesan served with homemade fusilli pasta
- VealUSD 19.95
Pollo PrimaveraUSD 18.95
chicken breasts sauteed with artichokes, peas and mushrooms in a white wine demi-glaze
Pollo ArrostoUSD 23.95
crisped half chicken sauteed under a brick drizzled with a balsamic glaze
Pollo / Vitello Al MarsalaUSD 22.95
sauteed with marsala wine and wild mushrooms
Bistecca DelmonicoUSD 32.95
grilled 20 oz delmonico steak topped with caramelized onions in a demi-glaze
Costata De MaialeUSD 23.95
double cut pork chops topped with red peppers, onions and roasted potatoes in a balsamic demi-glaze
Filetto Al BrandyUSD 37.95
pan seared filet mignon wrapped with prosciutto in a brandy demi-glaze
Costata Di VitelloUSD 37.95
grilled 20 oz veal chop topped with wild mushrooms in a truffle sauce
Chilean Sea BassUSD 32.95
sea bass pan seared with white wine, cherry tomatoes and garlic
Aragosta Ripiena
2 lb lobster stuffed with shrimp and scallops
- Market Price

What 3,864 people are saying

Nico reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nico offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "amazing food," "outstanding service," and a "charming" North End ambiance. Signature dishes like the tableside Cacio e Pepe and Fusilli con Rabe receive high praise. While the small, bustling space may be noisy, the "warm hospitality" and "authentic flavors" make it a memorable visit.

3,864 Reviews

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David VIP
Philadelphia332 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nico is my go to when in Boston. Being only a single, I sat at the bar and had great food, conversation and wine. Will visit again.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall a nice experience. Food and service were good. Music was so loud it made it difficult to have a conversation. Made the night a little frustrating
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John
Greater Boston2 reviews
1.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We went to this restaurant as part of Dine-In Boston. The food was average, the portions small, the potatoes undercooked, and the size of the cannoli was a joke. Overall, the Dine-in Boston deal was a ripoff and we would have been better off ordering from the regular menu. However, what was most disturbing was that the bread server did not use the thongs to put the bread in the baskets. This is really concerning since we are in flu and COVID season. I would expect a high-end restaurant to have sanitary practices that meet or exceed a local fast-food joint, but this was not the case.
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Laura
Greater Boston24 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time and it was delicious. We sat at bar with Tracy and Jackie, they were both very friendly. Tracy gave us recommendations which were fantastic. We enjoyed the dinner and drinks. Definitely will return.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food. Very tasty and they were very accommodating
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Julie VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was excellent! Atmosphere is quaint with a feel of fancy.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio1 review
1.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Hostess, waitress…very attentive, friendly, and professional. Presentation of food was beautiful. I ordered the $59 filet and requested medium well. It arrived medium well on the edges and RARE on the inside. I typically do not send food back for a re-fire unless I absolutely cannot eat it. This was a time when I had to send back. Staff was noticed rolling their eyes and shrugging their shoulders at my request, in which I felt extremely embarrassed (since I normally do not send things back). No one came to apologize or ask to see if everything else was good. It is such a small, intimate place, I felt it warranted a conversation. That steak is the ONLY REASON I did not have a great experience; however, I will not return nor recommend based on the lack of care afterward. The steak still did not come back out medium well ( warm pink center), but I could eat around it at least. Waste of a great experience and high quality steak…cooked to order ( MY preference of med-well)
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Lily VIP
Greater Boston15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was outstanding - loved the shrimp appetizer, the lobster pasta and the pasta Nico. Fun casual atmosphere in there but could do with a little less of that club-like music, it’s very loud for dinner.
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jerry
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great. Food was pretty good, not great. Wine was great. Overall pretty solid
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scotth
Orlando1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food in the NorthEnd! Great service and atmosphere as well. Get the meatball app!
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FAQs

Nico offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 742-0404.

Nico is rated 4.6 stars by 3864 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

417 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
Area
North End
Hours of Operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Farouk Bazoune
Entertainment
Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

Website
http://www.nicoboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 742-0404

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Nico

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Antipasti E Insalate

AranciniUSD 12.95

Bruschetta Al GamberoniUSD 17.95

Polpetta Di Mamma RosettaUSD 9.95

Pepata Di Cozze E VongolaUSD 16.95

Antipasto All' ItalianaUSD 15.95

Prosciutto E ParmigianoUSD 12.95

Fritto Di CalamariUSD 13.95

CapreseUSD 14.95

La RomanaUSD 9.95

Insalata "Nico"USD 11.00

Peperone RipienoUSD 12.95

Parmigiana Alla SicilianaUSD 13.95

Capesante Al PestoUSD 17.95

Primi Piatti

Fusilli Con GamberoniUSD 21.95

Spaghetti Con PolpettaUSD 17.95

Rigatoni Con Carciofi E SalsicciaUSD 19.95

Ravioli Ai Funghi PorciniUSD 19.95

Linguine Alle Vongole VeraciUSD 18.95

Gnocchi SorrentinaUSD 14.95

Spaghetti E CalamariUSD 17.95

Ravioli All'aragostaUSD 19.95

Rigatoni Alla SalUSD 24.95

Risotto Del Giorno

Fettuccine Alfredo Con PolloUSD 17.95

Crespelle All'aragostaUSD 17.95

Fettuccine CarbonaraUSD 18.95

Specialita' Della Casa

Pollo / Vitello Alla ParmigianaUSD 17.95

Pollo PrimaveraUSD 18.95

Pollo ArrostoUSD 23.95

Pollo / Vitello Al MarsalaUSD 22.95

Bistecca DelmonicoUSD 32.95

Costata De MaialeUSD 23.95

Filetto Al BrandyUSD 37.95

Costata Di VitelloUSD 37.95

Chilean Sea BassUSD 32.95

Aragosta Ripiena

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