Aqua Pazza

Name: Aqua Pazza
Address: 135 Richmond St, Boston, MA, United States, 02109-1414
Telephone: (857) 350-3105
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

807 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for fine wines

Oyster bar & Italian Kitchen located on the freedom trail in the North End. Frank DePasquale brings to you the best of all his locations into one boutique restaurant

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sun 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(857) 350-3105
Website
http://www.aquapazza-boston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109-1414
Area
North End
Parking details
may also valet with us at Bricco 241 Hanover st.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

CaesarUSD 13.99
Baby Romaine / Mascarpone / Lemon / Ricotta Balls
Insalata MistaUSD 13.99
Passion Fruit Purée / Roasted Pears Parmigiano / Cheese Crostini / Spicy Pecans
Traditional MeatballsUSD 18.98
Certified Angus Beef / Pomodoro / Whipped Ricotta
BurrataUSD 21.99
Homemade Tomato Jam / Balsamic / Pistachjio
Cacio e Pepe with ArnaciniUSD 18.98
Breaded Rice Ball / Black Pepper / Pecorino
Shrimp ScampiUSD 23.99
Lemon / Cherry Tomatoes / Sformatino di Patate
Grilled Octopus Positano StyleUSD 20.99
Eggplant Caponata / Burrata
Zucchini Flowers & ChipsUSD 20.99
Goat Cheese / Lemon / Truffle Honey (seasonal)
Dry Aged Beef CarpaccioUSD 22.99
Baby Kale / Parmigiano / Truffle Essence
Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 18.98
Layered Eggplant / Fior di Latte / Pomodoro / Basil
Calamari & Fritto MistoUSD 22.99
Calamari / Scallops / Shrimp / Pickled Jalapeno / Fried Onion Strings / Tartar Dip
CharcuterieUSD 23.99
Mortadella / Sopressata / Parma Prosciutto / Italian Cheeses

Raw / Crudo

OystersUSD 0.00
Blood Orange Mignonette / Horseradish / Cocktail Sauce
- MarketUSD 0.00
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 10.99
Salmon CrudoUSD 18.98
Lemon Basil Puree | Pickled Scallions Ginger Vinaigrette
Tuna CrudoUSD 19.98
Truffle Mascarpone / Potato Stick / Shaved Black Truffle
Kampachi TartareUSD 23.99
Avocado / Jalapeño / Cilantro / Spoonbill Caviar / Yuzu Ponzu
Alaskan King CrabUSD 0.00
Hot or Cold
- MarketUSD 0.00
1/2 Aquapazza Seafood TowerUSD 0.00
12 Oysters / 2 Shrimp Cocktail / 1/4 Chicken Lobster / Alaskan King Crab
- MarketUSD 0.00
Aquapazza Seafood TowerUSD 0.00
24 Oysters / 4 Shrimp Cocktail / 1/2 Chicken Lobster / Alaskan King Crab
- MarketUSD 0.00

Primi / Pasta

Homemade Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 27.99
San Marzano Tomato / Basil / Garlic / Grana / Meatballs
DePasquale's Famous ManicottiUSD 26.99
Fresh Ricotta / Parmigano / Bufala Mozzarella / Collino Tomato / Basil
Cacio e PepeUSD 26.99
Black Pepper Fettuccine / Pecorino
Nerano (Zucchini Pasta)USD 26.99
Zucchini / Provolone del Monaco / Parmigiano
Lobster PillowsUSD 31.99
Ravioli / Mediterranean Fish Fumet
GnocchiUSD 28.99
Brown Butter / Potato / Chives / Smoked Pancetta
Homemade Spaghetti VongoleUSD 31.99
Chitarrine / Manilla Clams / White Wine / Garlic
Pappardelle al CinghialeUSD 31.99
Wild Boar / Red Wine / Porcini Mushrooms
Risotto of the DayUSD 0.00
Chef's Daily Selection
- MarketUSD 0.00

Secondi

Wagyu BurgerUSD 28.99
Black Truffle Aioli / Guanciale / Red Onion Jam
Chicken ParmigianaUSD 31.99
A North End Classic
7-Spice Brick ChickenUSD 34.99
7 Spice Marinated Half Chicken, Roasted "Under the Brick", Swiss Chard stuffed with Truffle Potatoes
SalmonUSD 35.99
Pink Peppercorn / Pear / Topped with Romesco
OrataUSD 42.99
Whole Boneless Fish / Vin Blanc / Artichokes
Veal Chop MilaneseUSD 56.99
Bone In / Arugula / Lemon / Grana Padana
Certified Angus 12oz Prime Filet MignonUSD 63.99
Wild Mushroom Demi / Bone Marrow
Braised Beef Short RibsUSD 39.99
Creamy Parmigiano Polenta / Roasted Chestnuts / Red Wine Reduction / Sweet Italian Glaze
Whole Seasonal Fish (Carved Tableside)USD 0.00
Dover Sole / Orata / Branzino / Snapper
- MarketUSD 0.00
Aqua Pazza (Catch of the Day)USD 0.00
Mussels / Clams / White Wine / Garlic / Roasted Potatoes
- MarketUSD 0.00

Contorni

Italian FriesUSD 12.99
Shishito PeppersUSD 12.99
Bonito / Smoked Salt
Baby Brussels SproutsUSD 14.99
Pancetta / Sweet Black Balsamic
Double Mashed PotatoesUSD 12.99
Broccoli RabeUSD 14.99
Crispy Shallots / Mascarpone / Lemon
Wild MushroomsUSD 13.99
Fresh Herbs / Shallots / Sesame

I Dolci

Key Lime PieUSD 14.00
Tart, sweet, classic with graham cracker crust
Chocolate MousseUSD 13.00
Dark chocolate with whipped cream
Mixed BerriesUSD 13.00
Mint, honey, limoncello topped with Lemon Sorbetto
Cannoli SicilianoUSD 12.00
Whipped ricotta & chocolate chips
Deconstructed TiramisúUSD 14.00
Sponge cake soaked in coffee liquor & mascarpone cream

Liquore Caffe Caldo

Italian CoffeeUSD 15.00
amaretto, kahlua, coffee, whipped cream
Roman CoffeeUSD 13.00
sambuca, coffee, whipped cream
Sicilian CoffeeUSD 13.00
amaretto, coffee, whipped cream
Caffe NocciolaUSD 13.00
hazelnut, coffee, whipped cream

What 807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aqua Pazza offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for special occasions, with standout dishes like the "best chicken Parmesan in the North End" and "lobster pillows to die for." Guests rave about the "fantastic host" and "wonderful service," ensuring a memorable dining experience. Ideal for seafood lovers, especially oyster enthusiasts.

807 Reviews

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maya
Greater Boston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
the espresso martini was not worth 19 dollars and I would gladly pay 19 for an amazing martini but this was coffee flavored water
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Lynne
Greater Boston
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I would not recommend the veal Milanese! Very rubbery, over fried, previously frozen, and fatty! They kindly comped us for it, as they recognized it was not up to their standards! I would recommend selecting fish here and not veal! Atmosphere was very comfortable and pleasant. Thank you!
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Howard
VIP
Greater Boston
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The moment we walked in the door we were greeted w an enthusiastic friendly greeting. Raw bar, oysters, little necks, tuna crudo all fresh and excellent...food was very good service excellent and some nice wines on the list. Will go back!
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Teresa
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went here to celebrate our daughter's birthday, the atmosphere was perfect. We were there on a Sunday. We were a party of seven, service was perfect, very attentive, courteous, they allowed us to take our time, we never felt rushed. Our meals were delicious, everyone enjoyed what they ordered. We will definitely return. We will be happy to recommend to family and friends
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Gabriel
Montreal
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A good dinner, food was good. But the prices overall add up so quickly that it’s almost impossible to have a dinner with a taste of it all its services under 400$ for 2 people. Wine list is very pricey without being extraordinary
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Lisa
VIP
Greater Boston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We just had our Christmas dinner here. All of the staff were so welcoming and very good at their jobs. I’m not sure if it was the owner who greeted us, but he and the other hostess were also wonderful. Food was great. We would definitely come here again.
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Kathryn
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Clean and seated right away. Had very attentive service from staff and the food was excellent as always.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Aqua Pazza was my boyfriend’s favorite chicken Parmesan in the North End so far (we have been to many Italian restaurants in the North End). I got a lovely fish plate which was perfectly balanced with some veggies and grapefruit. The arancini appetizer was delectable with a twist on having white sauce and a peppercorn crunch. And to top it off they had an amazing key lime pie! Great portions for everything, I had some leftovers. The space had 13 tables, hard surfaces, energetic/loud and on a corner, so had many windows. We are excited to go back on a nice date night/special occasion in the future.
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Stephanie
San Antonio
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic menu. Wonderful service. I had the caco de Pepe and the Bolognese. Amazing. Oysters and Tuna were so good!
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Liri
Greater Boston
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great as usual except this time our server noted they have no coffee or dessert. Not sure why in the past we always were able to order coffee
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Aqua Pazza is rated 4.6 stars by 807 OpenTable diners.

Aqua Pazza does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109-1414

Additional information

Area
North End
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sun 17:00–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
may also valet with us at Bricco 241 Hanover st.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aquapazza-boston.com/
Phone number
(857) 350-3105

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Aqua Pazza

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Additional information

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Gnocchi

Pappardelle al Cinghiale

Oysters

Caviar Service

Caviar ServiceUSD 159.99

Antipasto / Appetizer

CaesarUSD 13.99

Insalata MistaUSD 13.99

Traditional MeatballsUSD 18.98

BurrataUSD 21.99

Cacio e Pepe with ArnaciniUSD 18.98

Shrimp ScampiUSD 23.99

Grilled Octopus Positano StyleUSD 20.99

Zucchini Flowers & ChipsUSD 20.99

Dry Aged Beef CarpaccioUSD 22.99

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 18.98

Calamari & Fritto MistoUSD 22.99

CharcuterieUSD 23.99

Raw / Crudo

OystersUSD 0.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 10.99

Salmon CrudoUSD 18.98

Tuna CrudoUSD 19.98

Kampachi TartareUSD 23.99

Alaskan King CrabUSD 0.00

1/2 Aquapazza Seafood TowerUSD 0.00

Aquapazza Seafood TowerUSD 0.00

Primi / Pasta

Homemade Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 27.99

DePasquale's Famous ManicottiUSD 26.99

Cacio e PepeUSD 26.99

Nerano (Zucchini Pasta)USD 26.99

Lobster PillowsUSD 31.99

GnocchiUSD 28.99

Homemade Spaghetti VongoleUSD 31.99

Pappardelle al CinghialeUSD 31.99

Risotto of the DayUSD 0.00

Secondi

Wagyu BurgerUSD 28.99

Chicken ParmigianaUSD 31.99

7-Spice Brick ChickenUSD 34.99

SalmonUSD 35.99

OrataUSD 42.99

Veal Chop MilaneseUSD 56.99

Certified Angus 12oz Prime Filet MignonUSD 63.99

Braised Beef Short RibsUSD 39.99

Whole Seasonal Fish (Carved Tableside)USD 0.00

Aqua Pazza (Catch of the Day)USD 0.00

Contorni

Italian FriesUSD 12.99

Shishito PeppersUSD 12.99

Baby Brussels SproutsUSD 14.99

Double Mashed PotatoesUSD 12.99

Broccoli RabeUSD 14.99

Wild MushroomsUSD 13.99

I Dolci

Key Lime PieUSD 14.00

Chocolate MousseUSD 13.00

Mixed BerriesUSD 13.00

Cannoli SicilianoUSD 12.00

Deconstructed TiramisúUSD 14.00

Liquore Caffe Caldo

Italian CoffeeUSD 15.00

Roman CoffeeUSD 13.00

Sicilian CoffeeUSD 13.00

Caffe NocciolaUSD 13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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