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Contessa - Boston, Boston, MA

Contessa - Boston

4.8
4.8
62 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for brunch
Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 741-3404
  • Website
    https://contessaristorante.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For a party of 9+, please email events@contessaboston.com.
  • Private party contact
    Contessa Boston Events Team: (617) 536-5700
  • Location
    1 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Located in The Newbury Hotel at Arlington St. and Berkeley St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    The main entrance to the restaurant is located at 3 Newbury Street. If you enter through the hotel, you will need to walk through the restaurant to check in at the host stand.
  • Additional
    Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Christmas Dinner at Contessa Boston

    USD 195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    This Christmas, celebrate at Contessa with an extraordinary four-course prix-fixe. Start with a variety of anti-pasti like the Burrata with Caviar and the Chianina Carpaccio, before moving into satisfying pastas. Feast on Prime Rib and Grilled Mediterranean Branzino and finish with Nutella Fudge Cake and Panettone. Cancellations may be made up to 1 week in advance at 5pm. Cancellations after that date will forfeit the deposit. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Any guest who does not appear sufficiently well-presented may be refused entry. No shorts, open-toed shoes, or tank tops. Athletic wear and baseball caps are kindly prohibited. If you have any questions, please email holidays@majorfood.com for more information.
    Christmas Dinner at Contessa Boston photo

  • Thanksgiving Dinner at Contessa Boston

    USD 195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Celebrate an exquisite Italian Thanksgiving at Contessa Boston, the rooftop restaurant in the heart of Boston. Indulge in Squash Carpaccio, Ricotta Gnudi di Pecora, Roasted Turkey, and more. End with Pumpkin Gelato or Apple Pie. Book your table for a lavish celebration. Cancellations may be made up to 1 week in advance at 5pm. Cancellations after that date will forfeit the deposit. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Any guest who does not appear sufficiently well-presented may be refused entry. No shorts, open-toed shoes, or tank tops. Athletic wear and baseball caps are kindly prohibited. If you have any questions, please email holidays@majorfood.com for more information.
    Thanksgiving Dinner at Contessa Boston photo

Menu

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What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Contessa in Boston offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "phenomenal views" from the rooftop. Ideal for special occasions, this restaurant combines sophisticated décor with a vibrant atmosphere. While pricey, the quality and charm make it a must-visit.

62 Reviews

  1. Maverick

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible. I went for my 1 year anniversary with my girlfriend and it was well worth the steep price. We had the fresh Burrata as our appetizer, she had the Fettuccine Bolognese, I had the Saered Scallops, and we got 2 desserts… the Coffee Gelato and the Crema di Boston. Food was awesome, server was attentive and nice, but the best part was the ambiance and the view. My god. Super awesome experience!

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  2. Paige

    New York City

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Contessa was fantastic! My mom and I went for a ladies’ lunch, just the two of us, and it was such a lovely time. The food was delicious and the service was pretty good. The decor and location are wonderful and we are definitely going to be back! I had the squash carpaccio, she had a insalada verde, we split the spicy lobster with gluten free pasta, then my mom had the branzino and I got the salmon. We took half of the pasta and half of both entrees home because we were stuffed… it was a meal that served twice! This is a great spot for special occasions or just a fun lunch out!

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  3. Jenn

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely the most gorgeous place I’ve been to, and service was phenomenal

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great server! I’m coming back with friends 🥂

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  5. Gina

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente service, really made our night special. That food and drinks were outstanding. New favorite spot in Boston

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  6. Dalia

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding, the service was outstanding. We both had cocktails that were delicious, started with the butternut squash ravioli which was delicious I probably could have eaten about five of those plates by myself! My lunch partner had the steak and it was perfectly cooked and the accompanying sauce was so good I think he drank it at the end ;~D I had the veal Milanese perfect perfect perfect! We finished with the sorbet which was delightful. The staff were all so attentive and nice This place is such a gem and never disappoints. Thanks

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  7. Arianne

    New York City

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been here many times and this was my best lunch experience. We ordered the squash carpaccio which is a must btw. Aslo, the argula salad with figs and hazelnuts was delicious with chicken paillard. I had a diet coke but was craving a glass of chablis but next time!!!!

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  8. Dora

    New York City

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Th restaurant has a very nice atmosphere, the brunch menu was limited, but very good. The pasta dishes were all amazing - probably I ate the best pesto in my life. Every dish was fantastic.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience! Would definitely recommend to family and friends!

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  10. Alan

    Cincinnati

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 8 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress forgot to put our appetizers in and I had to call her over to actually order our lunch. She returned to our table to tell us she had forgotten to put our apps in 20 minutes earlier. Food was excellent. Service was fair to good. I would dine here again but would make sure to order all our items at one time.

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FAQs

Contessa - Boston is rated 4.8 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Contessa - Boston

1 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located in The Newbury Hotel at Arlington St. and Berkeley St.
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    The main entrance to the restaurant is located at 3 Newbury Street. If you enter through the hotel, you will need to walk through the restaurant to check in at the host stand.
  • Additional
    Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    https://contessaristorante.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 741-3404
  • Private party facilities
    For a party of 9+, please email events@contessaboston.com.
  • Private party contact
    Contessa Boston Events Team: (617) 536-5700
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