Boston’s 8 Most Expensive Italian Restaurants

Everyone loves Italian cuisine, and most Bostonians are no exception. While reasonably priced Italian food can certainly be found in Boston, and price doesn’t necessarily equate with quality, many of the best Italian restaurants in Boston are also the most expensive. Below are eight of the most expensive Italian restaurants in Boston.

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
75 Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 357-4810
Website: http://www.davios.com/Boston.htm
Hours: Lunch M-F 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Dinner Sun – Tues 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Wed – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

If you’re dining at Davio’s, be prepared for the $36.00 per entrée average! This Northern Italian Steakhouse will make your mouth water with its extravagant and authentic Italian dishes. Some examples include the Roasted Eggplant Mozzarella Ravioli, Lobster Risotto and Roasted Chatham Haddock. Unlike many other restaurants in this price range, Davio’s is family-friendly – a specially prepared children’s menu is available, with all entrees under $10.00 per child.

Rialto Restaurant & Bar
1 Bennett Street, Harvard Square
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: (617) 661-5050
Website: http://www.rialto-restaurant.com/home/
Hours: Mon – Fri 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sat 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Sun 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Located in the beautiful Charles Hotel, the average price at this expensive Italian restaurant is $30.00 per entrée. In 2007, the Rialto was named one of the top 20 new restaurants of the year by Esquire magazine. Additionally, the Rialto was named one of the world’s best hotel restaurants by Gourmet magazine in 2004. It’s definitely worth a trip to the Rialto to check out the award-winning – and expensive – Italian fare.

Terramia Ristorante
98 Salem Street
Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 523-3112
Website: http://www.terramiaristorante.com/
Hours: Sun – Thurs 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

This expensive Italian restaurant has won myriad commendations for their delicious food, and the countless references on their home page speak for themselves! When dining at the Terramia, you can expect to pay an average of $30.00 per entrée. And since this quaint restaurant only seats 39 patrons at a time, reservations are certainly recommended.

Il Cappricio
888 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Phone: (781) 894-2234
Website: none
Hours: Mon – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Il Capricio is quaint Italian eatery located in the Boston suburb of Waltham, with a dimly-lit and calming atmosphere. The average entrée at Il Capricio runs approximately $28.00, but the inventive dishes (like the porcini soufflé) are pleasing and delicious. The menu is also largely seasonal, so you’ll find something different whenever you go.

Mamma Maria
3 North Square
Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 523-0077
Website: http://mammamaria.com/
Hours: Sun – Thurs 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

This expensive North End Italian Restaurant has delicious cuisine and an atmosphere that’s totally unique. Located in an old brownstone, the tables are strategically placed in cozy rooms decorated with true Renaissance-style paintings. The average entrée at Mamma Maria is $30.00, and the fare is “rustic Tuscan” in nature.

Prezza
24 Fleet Street
Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 227-1577
Website: http://www.prezza.com/
Hours: Mon – Thurs 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Sun 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

When dining at the trendy Prezza ristorante, expect to pay about $28.00 per entrée. This little kitchen is named for the Italian hometown of the owner’s grandmother. The Prezza in Boston features a knowledgeable staff and delicious, artistic desserts. Entrees include succulent Italian dishes such as leg of lamb and corn ravioli.

Via Matta
79 Park Plaza
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 422-0008
Website: http://www.viamattarestaurant.com/flash/movie.htm
Hours: Lunch Mon – Fri 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Dinner Mon – Thurs 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Fri 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Sat 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Via Matta prides itself on its delicious, traditional fare alongside more exotic dishes. An expensive dinner at the Via Matta will run you roughly $28.00 per entrée. This may be the only restaurant where you can find Italian favorites such as spaghetti alongside such exotic fare as rabbit and octopus.

Bricco
241 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 248-6800
Website: http://www.bricco.com/
Hours: Sun – Mon 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.; Tues – Sat 5:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.

The average entrée price at this North End “boutique” Italian restaurant is $32.00, catering to professional Bostonians who don’t mind dishing out the dough for some tasty Italian fare. Don’t try this eatery for a swanky business lunch – the Bricco is open for dinner and late-night meals only. The Bricco’s has won honors and recommendations from Esquire, The Boston Globe and The New York Times.