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Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA
Nico, Boston, MA

Nico

4.6
4.6
3872 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Nick Varano invites you to enjoy superlative and classic Italian fare in this boldly colored and romantic atmosphere. NICO’s friendly and enthusiastic staff set the bar for quality customer service. The kitchen is under the direction and expertise of celebrated Boston chef, Farouk Bazoune.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Farouk Bazoune
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Cross street
    Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
  • Entertainment
    Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 3,872 people are saying

Nico reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nico offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food and service." Guests praise the "best meatball" and "fantastic lobster ravioli." The atmosphere is "lively and classy," though some find it "a bit noisy." Service is consistently excellent, making Nico a "must try" in Boston's North End.
3,872 Reviews
  1. carol

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Jerold was awesome. Excellent service.

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  2. Mary VIP

    Greater Boston40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great North End Meal. We will go back. Yum yum yum

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  3. Carol

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good morning, This is my 3d time having dinner at Nico's and JP and my 2nd time and it was wonderful! The 1st time we sat downstairs which was cozy, intimate and we enjoyed the young lady that sang Italian standards. Yesterday, we sat upstairs and it was lively, interesting and intimate. The young lady that greets you at the door was very welcoming with a smile! Marcelo was our attendant both times and was very pleasant with a great attention to detail ! Phil was wonderful with his keen eye for detail in providing the customer's with a pleasant dining experience! Thank you again!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food. Best in the city. Ermal is the absolute best server.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait staff was amazing. Phil was a great host and I appreciate his attention to detail.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Erica

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Veal parm was a little too greasy. Pasta and marinara sauce was wonderful. The meatball was wonderful! The stuffed pork hip was ok. Very little prosciutto inside the chop. not until the very end of the chop did I cut into any prosciutto. Def not our favorite in the north end. Service was excellent!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Sean

    Naples5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Ideal if you are gluten free like my wife. All gf pasta made in house and it’s fantastic. Will definitely be back

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  8. drtywk

    Seattle7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love this place. Great food, ambiance, and service.

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  9. Foster

    Houston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service ! Employees made you feel at home! Highly recommend the meatball appetizer! Top notch customer service !!

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  10. Emily VIP

    Indiana1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Reservation was for 8:30 but we weren’t seated until 9 in the basement. There was a large party next to us that was incredibly loud and kept gaining members as the dinner went on. Half of them were standing as well

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Nico offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 742-0404.

Nico is rated 4.6 stars by 3872 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Nico

417 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Harris St. and Hanover Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    North End
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    MBTA Blue LineAquarium, Government CenterMBTA Orange LineHaymarket Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Farouk Bazoune
  • Entertainment
    Join us on Tuesday nights for Street Magic!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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