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Exterior, Ravello Italian Kitchen - Ravello Italian Kitchen, Watertown, MA

Ravello Italian Kitchen

4.6
4.6
516 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Ravello Italian Kitchen is a cozy gem of a location on the intersection of Watertown, Belmont and Cambridge serving fresh pasta and seasonal Italian cuisine. Executive Chef, Jeff Cincotta crafts delicious northern Italian cuisine worthy of a Boston North End restaurant. The menu is seasonal highlighting produce from nearby farms. The full bar features specialty cocktails and local craft beer. The wine list focuses on small producers making minimal intervention wines from Italy and surrounding regions.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 393-1568
  • Website
    http://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jeffrey Cincotta
  • Catering
    Ravello provides catering services with at least 48 hours of notice. Catering orders must be prepaid. View the catering menu at https://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/catering. For questions, please contact hello@ravelloitaliankitchen.com.
  • Location
    136 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472
  • Area
    Watertown
  • Cross Street
    Prentiss Street
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available behind the building. If the lot is full there is plenty of street parking.
  • Public transit
    #73 Bus to Belmont @ Prentiss Street
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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Menu

Due to our limited seating Parties of 1-4 are limited to 1 ½ hours, parties of 5 or more are limited to 2 hours

Antipasto

  • Imported Burrata & ProsciuttoUSD 20.00

    Imported Burrata from Puglia, Italy, Shaved Imported Prosciutto from Lucca, Italy; Roasted Vined Cherry Tomatoes, Broccoli Rabi Greens, Crostini

    • Melanzana FornoUSD 12.00

      Sauteed Eggplant filled with Smoked Mozzarella, Ricotta & Sweet Basil, Baked with Pomodoro Sauce

      • Mussels Fra DiavloUSD 16.00

        Atlantic Mussels, Garlic, Red Chili Pepper, Pino Grigio Wine, Plum Tomatoes, Grilled Crostini

        • AranciniUSD 12.00

          Crispy Fried Arborio Rice Balls fille with Imported Buffalo Mozzarella & Prosciutto, Pesto Marinara

          • Garlic BreadUSD 7.00

            Charred Ciabatta Smeared with Garlic Butter & Dusted with Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Marinara Dipping Sauce

            • Parmigiano Style with Melted MozzarellaUSD 9.00

          • Fried CalamariUSD 16.00

            Lightly Battered & Crispy Fried Local Calamari, Marinara Sauce, Lemon

            • MeatballsUSD 14.00

              Fresh Ground Beef, pork & Veal, Simmered in Marinara, Dollop of Ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

              • BruschettaUSD 13.00

                Summer Vine Ripe Tomato, Garlic, Sweet Basil, Balsamic Syrup, EVOO, Charred Ciabatta

                Contorni

                • Delicata SquashUSD 10.00

                  Roasted Squash (Ward's Farm, Sharon Mass.) Sweet Flesh, Crisp Fried Sage Leaves, Balsamic Syrup, Blood Orange EVOO

                  Salads

                  • Mediterranean SaladUSD 16.00

                    Little Gem Lettuce, Kalamata Olives, Cucumbers, Baby Tomato, Red Onion, Bulgarian Feta Cheese, Fesh Baby Artichokes, House Pickled Pepperoncini, Chef Jeff's Greek Vinaigrette

                    • Brussel Sprout SaladUSD 12.00

                      Shaved Sprouts, Pomegranates, Candied Pecans, Maytag Blue Cheese, Spicy Orange Vinaigrette

                      • Roasted BeetUSD 13.00

                        Roasted Baby Trio of Beets Red, Gold & Candy Stripe, Baby Arugula, Goat Cheese Crumbles, Pear Vinaigrette

                        • Italian Chop SaladUSD 15.00

                          Prosciutto, Salami, Soppresatta, Provolone Cheese, Cranberry Beans, Pine Nuts, Red & Yellow Peppers, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Red Onions, Shaved Romaine & Radicchio Lettuces, Red Wine- Oregano Vinaigrette. Contains pine nuts

                          • Caesar SaladUSD 10.00

                            Romaine Hearts, House Made Caesar Dressing, Garlic-Parmesan Croutons, Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Anchovies Optional)

                            • Seasonal Garden SaladUSD 10.00

                              Baby green Medley, Petite Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Radish, Black & Green Olives, House Made Vinaigrette

                              Entrees

                              • Pumpkin RavioliUSD 20.00

                                Ward's Farm "Winter Luxury" Roasted Pumpkin, Ricotta & Parmigiana Reggiano Cheese Stuffed Pasta, Brown Butter & Sage Pan Sauce, Fresh Cranberry Confit Relish

                                • The "Sunday" DinnerUSD 19.00

                                  Great any day of the week, Ida's Meatballs, Ravello Marinara, House Made Linguini

                                  • Lasagna BologneseUSD 20.00

                                    Fresh House Made Noodles, Layered with Savory Beef & Pork Meat Sauce, Bechamel Cream, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

                                    • Parmigiana

                                      Our Classic – Italian Crumbed and Sauteed in Olive oil, Ravello Marinara Sauce, Provolone, Mozzarella & Parmigiano Cheese, Penne Pasta (Available Gluten Free)

                                      • ChickenUSD 24.00
                                      • VealUSD 32.00

                                    • Garganelli Pasta ala VodkaUSD 20.00

                                      Imported Pasta, English Peas, Pink Cream Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

                                      • Add House Made Sausage or Roasted ChickenUSD 24.00

                                    • Filet of Sole PicattaUSD 25.00

                                      Lemon Caper Butter Sauce, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Sauteed Spinach

                                      • Pappardalle BologneseUSD 18.00

                                        House Made Large Ribbon Noodles, Savory Meat Sauce of Pork & Beef, Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic, & Chianti Wine

                                        • Chicken SaltimboccaUSD 25.00

                                          Sautéed Chicken Breast, Crusted with Prosciutto & Fresh Sage, Lemon Butter Sauce, House Made Linguini

                                          • Clams BiancoUSD 25.00

                                            Petit Wellfleet Clams Simmered in White Wine, Garlic, Red Chili Flakes, Parsley, Butter, House Made Linguini

                                            • Black Pepper FettucciniUSD 25.00

                                              House Made Fettuccini, Imported Gorgonzola Cream, Roasted Tomato, Crusted Chicken Medallion, Fried Basil & Sage Leaves

                                              • Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 20.00

                                                Sauteed Egg Dipped Baby Eggplant, Layered with Ricotta, Pecorino & Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara & Penne Pasta

                                                • Chicken Marsala or Chicken PicattaUSD 25.00

                                                  House Made Linguini

                                                  • Fettuccini CarbonaraUSD 24.00

                                                    House made Noodles, Crisped pancetta, Spring Peas, Cream, Dusting of Black Pepper, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

                                                    • Shrimp Fra DiavoloUSD 24.00

                                                      Shrimp Simmered in Marinara Sauce with Garlic, Chili Flakes, Pinot Grigio Wine, House Made Linguini

                                                      • Short Rib RavioliUSD 27.00

                                                        House made Ravioli filled with Slow cooked Short rib, Ricotta & Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Wild Mushroom Marsala Cream Sauce

                                                        • Scallops Crema di LimoneUSD 30.00

                                                          Pan seared Sea Scallops, Fresh Spaghettini, Tarragon Lemon Cream, Drops of Blood Orange EVOO

                                                          • Chicken & BroccoliUSD 22.00

                                                            Roasted Chicken Breast, Broccoli Florets, Penne Pasta, Lemon Alfredo Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

                                                            • Grilled SalmonUSD 28.00

                                                              Grilled Filet, Roasted Rosemary Scented Fingerling Potato, Sautéed Broccolini, Citrus Gastrique

                                                              Panini

                                                              • Chicken ParmigianaUSD 14.00

                                                                Fresh Italian crumbed and Sautéed Chicken Breast, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Provolone Cheeses. +Add Roasted Peppers and or Sautéed Onions | 2

                                                                • The GrinderUSD 14.00

                                                                  Shaved Imported Prosciutto, Mortadella, Salami, Sopprasatta & Provolone Cheese. House Made Pickled Peppers, Baby Lettuce, Olive Oil Vinaigrette

                                                                  • Meatball ParmigianaUSD 14.00

                                                                    Meatballs, Ravello’s Marinara, Provolone & Mozzarella Cheeses. + Add Roasted Peppers and or Sautéed Onions | 2

                                                                    • Il Carne BistecaUSD 17.00

                                                                      Pan Roasted Marinated Steak with Garlic & Rosemary, Baby Portabella Mushrooms, Fontina Cheese, Arugula, Roasted Garlic Aioli

                                                                      • CapreseUSD 13.00

                                                                        Seasonal Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese, Pesto Aioli, Basil, Balsamic Syrup +Add Proscuitto 4 +Add Breaded Chicken 5

                                                                        Last updated: 31 October 2024

                                                                        What 516 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
                                                                        • 4.5Service
                                                                        • 4.3Ambience
                                                                        • 4.5Value

                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        Ravello Italian Kitchen is a "hidden gem" offering "fantastic Italian food" with a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests rave about its attentive service and delightful dishes like lasagna, short rib ravioli, and calamari. Outdoor seating adds a charming touch, making it a "perfect neighborhood place" with "reasonable prices."

                                                                        516 Reviews

                                                                        1. Mary

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          The good news: The food was terrific. All three of us were really pleased. The other news: We had a 20 minute wait in a very small and crowded restaurant though we’d made a reservation. If a restaurant is so tiny it can’t put a table aside, maybe it shouldn’t take reservations, at least on Saturday nights. I asked if we should settle the bar tab before being seated at the table and was assured it would be transferred, but it wasn’t. We were given calamari (not something I would eat) as compensation for our wait, but found it added to our bill. We had to nudge for water. I’m a bit of a pain (sorry!) when it comes to food, so would just suggest maybe one more vegetarian pasta dish for the menu.

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                                                                        2. Pat

                                                                          Canberra

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Delicious food. Good wine list. Excellent service. Even on a busy Saturday night we did not feel at all rushed. A real gem!

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                                                                        3. Melissa

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Best Italian food in the Boston area. Delicious homemade pasta, great salads and the cocktails are on point! The vibe is great. Staff and servers are friendly, efficient and attentive.

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                                                                        4. Peter

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          New York City

                                                                          16 reviews

                                                                          3.0

                                                                          16 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          The atmosphere and dinning companion was wonderful. The table service has an attitude and rushed us along, unable to actually enjoy the food. The manager did approach the table to level set and offered desert (passed-on) and cappuccinos. But the table server was quite dismissive and borderline rude-

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                                                                        5. Colin

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          The best chicken parm we’ve ever had. The braised short rib ravioli and the gnocchi lamb bolognese are also amazing

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                                                                        6. Louise

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          38 reviews

                                                                          3.0

                                                                          38 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                          Nice, low-key place, pleasant ambience. Food was OK, but everything (salad, spinach, sole) had too much oil. My dining part and I ordered the same dish, and they were totally different! Her sole was crisp, mine was a little underdone. I think we should have done better ordering more traditional Italian food.

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                                                                        7. Jean

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          3.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Ravello is a small restaurant so you might expect it to be noisy. It isn't. I suspect it is usually full, so there is a constant hum of conversation, but the level is low to moderate. Service is prompt and attentive but not obtrusive. And the food is excellent (and plentiful - I had a hungry grandson and a hungry son with me and we all three had exactly the right amount. Congratulations!

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                                                                        8. Joe

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          First time and the food was excellent. Everyone was pleased with the dinners, appetizers and deserts. Very nice place and we'll be sure to keep Ravello on our short list.

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                                                                        9. Barbara

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Excellent as always! One of my favorite places for delicious Italian cuisine!

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                                                                        10. Kim

                                                                          VIP

                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                          156 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          156 reviews

                                                                          Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Always fantastic. Great service. Varied menu. Highly recommend

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                                                                        FAQs

                                                                        Ravello Italian Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 393-1568.

                                                                        Ravello Italian Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 516 OpenTable diners.

                                                                        Ravello Italian Kitchen 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 9 times today

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                                                                        Google Map for Ravello Italian Kitchen

                                                                        136 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472

                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                          Prentiss Street
                                                                        • Area
                                                                          Watertown
                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                          Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
                                                                        • Price
                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                          Italian, Dining Bar, Contemporary Italian
                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                          Limited parking is available behind the building. If the lot is full there is plenty of street parking.
                                                                        • Public transit
                                                                          #73 Bus to Belmont @ Prentiss Street
                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                          Jeffrey Cincotta
                                                                        • Additional
                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
                                                                        • Website
                                                                          http://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/
                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                          (617) 393-1568
                                                                        • Catering
                                                                          Ravello provides catering services with at least 48 hours of notice. Catering orders must be prepaid. View the catering menu at https://www.ravelloitaliankitchen.com/catering. For questions, please contact hello@ravelloitaliankitchen.com.
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