Grotto

4.4

2689 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Welcome to Grotto, a 25 rated Zagat restaurant serving Italian cuisine in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. We will bring back old world charm with a rustic setting, featuring cuisine rated by Phantom Gourmet as Best New Italian (2004), and Gourmet Greatness (2005).
** Please note, per Boston City ordinance all diners are required to show proof of vaccination when dining at the restaurant.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 227-3434
Website
http://www.grottorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jose Herrera
Private party facilities
We are available for semi-private parties of all sizes and private events for parties of 10 to 36 people.
Private party contact
Scott Herritt: (617) 227-3434

Location
37 Bowdoin Street, Boston, MA 02114
Neighborhood
Beacon Hill
Cross street
Cambridge
Parking details
Street parking is also available.
Public transit
T Stops are Park and Government Center.
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Aglio
Garlic soup, Black truffle, Parmesan, Bread crumbs
Spinaci
Baby spinach, Beets, Spiced walnuts, Goat cheese, Raspberry vinaigrette
Rucola
Arugula, Prosciutto, Reggiano Parmesan, Lemon vinaigrette
Caesar
Romaine, Parmesan, Crouton
Caprese
Vine ripe tomato, Fresh mozzarella, Avocado, Basil, Balsamic vinegar

Primi

$15

Cozze
P.E.I Mussels, Lemon, Capers, White wine
Cavatelle
House prepared ricotta pasta, Sausage, Peas, Mushrooms, Pancetta, Cream
Patata Dolce
Brown butter and bacon sauce
Lumaca
Baked Escargot, Garlic Butter, Grilled bread
Fonduta*
Fontina cheese fondue, Tenderloin tips, Portobello mushroom, Balsamic, Truffle oil
Gamba dell'Anatra
Crispy Confit Duck leg, Brussels sprouts, Mustard aioli

Second Course

Pasta

$26

Fra Diavolo
Butter poached Shrimp, Linguine, Spicy tomato sauce
Bolognese
Tagliatelle, San Marzano tomatoes, Lamb, Pork, Beef
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Grotto's insanely fabulous tomato sauce
Chicken Parmigiano "Fuggedaboutit"
Ziti, Tomato brodo, Mozzarella
Gnocchi
Short ribs, Mushrooms, Gorgonzola
Ravioli
Ricotta ravioli, Basil, Tomato brodo, Parmesan
Risotto
Mushrooms, Asparagus, Parmesan

Secondi

$34

Carne*
Grilled beef tenderloin, Reggiano risotto, Asparagus, Red wine sauce
Manzo
2003 Beef short rib, Whipped potatoes, Wilted spinach
Pesce*
Seared halibut, Fingerling potatoes, Cherry tomato, Gremolata sauce
Pettine*
Seared diver scallops, Mixed mushroom, Sweet potato, Arugula, Lemon
Wellington*
Medium rare beef tenderloin, Pastry crust, Mushroom, Red wine sauce

Contorni

$12

Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Pancetta
Parmesan
Mixed Mushrooms
Garlic
Truffle Oil
Whipped Potato
Butter
Grilled Asparagus
Reggiano
Olive Oil
2 Meatballs
Insanely Fabulous Tomato Sauce
Parmesan
Risotto Side
Mushroom
Truffle

Dolce

$12

Cioccolato
Melting chocolate cake & vanilla ice cream
Budino
Banana bread pudding, Spiced walnuts, Salted caramel ice cream
Panna Cotta
Lemon, Raspberry sauce, Crispy pizzelle cookie, Aged balsamic
Tiramisu
Mascarpone, Ladyfingers, Espresso, Cocoa

Bubbles

NV, Villa Sandi, Veneto, Prosecco, Il Fresco
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$45.00
NV, Sommariva, Veneto Rosato Brut, Il Rosa
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$45.00

White & Rose Wine

Centine, Tuscany, Rose'
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Bolla, Delle Venezie, Pinot Grigio
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Salviano, Umbria, Orvieto Classico Superiore
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Bollini, Vigneti Delle Dolomite, Sauvignon Blanc
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Nozzole, Tuscany, Chardonnay
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00

Red Wine

Masi, Veneto, Valpolicella Classico, Bonacosta
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Castello di Querceto, Tuscany, Chianti, Classico
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Carpineto, Tuscany, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese Blend
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Viberti, Piedmonte, Barbera D'Alba
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Cantina di Caldaro, Trentino Alto Adige, Pinot Nero
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
Poggio Anima, Abruzzo, Montepulciano
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00

What 2,689 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
1.8Value

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2,689 Reviews

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Marie
Greater Boston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had six in our party. We had a wonderful time. Delicious food, and thirst-quenching drinks. Outstanding service. Highly recommended!
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DebraM
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service!
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Edgar
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
first time visiting this lovely restaurant and definitely won’t be my last time! everything was amazing, quiet restaurant, not crowded, food and drinks were spot on , perfect for dates with your significant other. Can’t wait to go back
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were excellent! Jennifer was the best! Loved the old school vibe down in the basement and cozy. Wine list very good.
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Kimberly
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wish we knew this place existed sooner! Best meal I've had in Boston, hands down.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing ambient, just perfect taste and absolute 10 stars service...
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very cozy spot with excellent food and Service
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vinniec
Greater Boston
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was barely edible, couldn't help notice the creepy crawlers scurrying across the floor!
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JuliaD
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of the best meals I've had in Boston! The restaurant is unassuming, the food is outstanding!
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SharonY
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best spaghetti and meatballs I have ever had!
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Grotto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 227-3434.

Grotto is rated 4.4 stars by 2689 OpenTable diners.

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37 Bowdoin Street, Boston, MA 02114

Additional information

Cross street
Cambridge
Neighborhood
Beacon Hill
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is also available.
Public transit
T Stops are Park and Government Center.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jose Herrera
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.grottorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 227-3434
Private party facilities
We are available for semi-private parties of all sizes and private events for parties of 10 to 36 people.
Private party contact
Scott Herritt: (617) 227-3434

Grotto

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First Course

Zuppa & Insalata

Aglio

Spinaci

Rucola

Caesar

Caprese

Primi

Cozze

Cavatelle

Patata Dolce

Lumaca

Fonduta*

Gamba dell'Anatra

Second Course

Pasta

Fra Diavolo

Bolognese

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Chicken Parmigiano "Fuggedaboutit"

Gnocchi

Ravioli

Risotto

Secondi

Carne*

Manzo

Pesce*

Pettine*

Wellington*

Contorni

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Pancetta

Parmesan

Mixed Mushrooms

Garlic

Truffle Oil

Whipped Potato

Butter

Grilled Asparagus

Reggiano

Olive Oil

2 Meatballs

Insanely Fabulous Tomato Sauce

Parmesan

Risotto Side

Mushroom

Truffle

Dolce

Cioccolato

Budino

Panna Cotta

Tiramisu

Bubbles

NV, Villa Sandi, Veneto, Prosecco, Il Fresco

NV, Sommariva, Veneto Rosato Brut, Il Rosa

White & Rose Wine

Centine, Tuscany, Rose'

Bolla, Delle Venezie, Pinot Grigio

Salviano, Umbria, Orvieto Classico Superiore

Bollini, Vigneti Delle Dolomite, Sauvignon Blanc

Nozzole, Tuscany, Chardonnay

Red Wine

Masi, Veneto, Valpolicella Classico, Bonacosta

Castello di Querceto, Tuscany, Chianti, Classico

Carpineto, Tuscany, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese Blend

Viberti, Piedmonte, Barbera D'Alba

Cantina di Caldaro, Trentino Alto Adige, Pinot Nero

Poggio Anima, Abruzzo, Montepulciano

Overall ratings and reviews

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