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Molinari's, Dorchester Center, MA

Molinari's

4.9
4.9
537 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
789 Adams St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
“I wanted to do a place with good Italian comfort food. The simplicity of it, the freshness of it, the quality of ingredients that you get to work with.” They specialize in that quintessential Italian comfort food – pizza. “I think it’s great that the city of Boston is turning around and starting to become known for pizza like the other big cities in the country,” he said. “It is such a simple food but it all comes down to the quality of ingredients.” It’s all done out of an open kitchen where the star of the show is Molinari’s wood burning oven.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jeffrey L. Cincotta
  • Catering
    Catering menu available
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Dorchester
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 537 people are saying

Molinari's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Food

  • Greater Boston

    Best Value

  • Greater Boston

    Italian

  • Boston

    Best Food

  • Boston

    Best Service

  • Boston

    Best Value

  • Boston

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Molinari's impresses with its "exceptional service" and "delicious food," consistently pleasing patrons with fresh, homemade Italian cuisine. The intimate atmosphere is enhanced by a friendly staff, making it a cozy escape. Frequent mentions of "fantastic pizza" and "piping hot dishes" highlight its culinary excellence. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.
537 Reviews
  1. Erica VIP

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We LUV Molinari's!!!! we can't believe it took us so long to become regulars but now that we are addicted to this neighborhood gem we can't stay away!! Sitting at the Bar just the 2 of us for a quick casual date night for a Cesar and a Za or bringing friends for huge delish plates of Parm and Pastas and Vino both hit the spot every time! always greeted like family and treated like friends! Service is warm and Food is always on point. Huge portions , Hot, cooked to perfection by an amazing team of pros who are fun to watch and work like a well oiled machine! there is something for everyone and they are so accommodating your wish is almost always their command (within reason). The Pizzas are to die for! My Husband who stopped eating Carbs 17 yrs ago actually requests to go for their Pizza! lol it's THAT GOOD! we make up our own but there are so many creative options to choose from you could never run out of pies to try! the number they send out in a sitting must mean something! Parking is sometimes tricky and the lot across the street is not really for restaurant patrons but pray to the parking gods and you will get lucky. It's worth it!! GO!

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  2. Anthony

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really great food. Service was exceptional. Parking was the only issue. Reservation is recommended and show up early.

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  3. Tim VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing. The service was really exceptional.

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  4. Jennifer VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service, as always! We do takeaway more often, but it’s nice to dine in occasionally because they always have new specials. Sometimes they will run out of a dish, but that’s ok because there are so many other great options and that also makes me feel that their food is fresh and popular. We had the wellfleet clams bianco and the hooper pizza with the honey truffle oil that’s to die for 😍. Both were fantastic.

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  5. david

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    One of the greatest values in Boston. Good and sometimes Great food, friendly prompt service, and very nice wines at very reasonable prices. We keep coming back!

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  6. Robert VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Italian food in the area. Service staff are great.

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  7. Lawrence

    Richmond3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Patrick was an outstanding server and the whole staff was very attentive. Our first time, and the restaurant is a great atmosphere. The food was delicious and piping hot, throughout the entire meal. How'd they do that? Thanks, great place- Congratulations! And the BoSox won in 10 innings!

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  8. James VIP

    Orlando26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good. Service at the Bar area was exceptional.

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  9. John VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Food is delicious. Staff is always friendly.

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  10. Meredith

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Molinari’s never disappoints. We all had a delicious dinner with cannolis to top it off. Our server, Isabella, was fabulous. She was attentive and engaging. I would always recommend Molinari’s.

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FAQs

Molinari's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 825-1700.

Molinari's is rated 4.9 stars by 537 OpenTable diners.

Molinari's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Molinari's

789 Adams St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Additional information

  • Area
    Dorchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeffrey L. Cincotta
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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