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Standard Italian, Boston, MA

Standard Italian

4.6
4.6
61 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian
771 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Standard Italian is a warm, modern, urban Italian restaurant serving housemade pastas, stuzzichini (little snacks), and hearty entrees from Chef Brian Rae, plus a lineup of martinis and more from Bar Director Jackson Cannon. Visit us in Fenway Center, just across the plaza from our sister restaurant Eastern Standard!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Brian Rae
  • Private party facilities
    Please email events@eshospitality.com for more information about hosting an event!
  • Neighborhood
    Fenway–Kenmore
  • Cross street
    David Ortiz Drive (up a flight of stairs or an elevator) and Beacon St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Kenmore (B, C, D), Fenway (D)We are located in the Bower apartment building (771 Beacon). If you're approaching from Beacon St, walk past the 771 Beacon lobby towards the staircase, then take a left. If you're approaching from David Ortiz Dr, walk up the staircase, then take a right.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 61 people are saying

Standard Italian 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Standard Italian offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional service," creative dishes, and an inviting atmosphere. Known for its "amazing service" and standout menu items like the lasagna bolognese, the restaurant also features a "stellar martini" selection. The ambiance is cozy, and it's a "great addition to the Fenway area."
61 Reviews
  1. Todd VIP

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Sat at the bar and service was quite poor. Very good food; good atmosphere; and hosts were very courteous and helpful. Bartenders were smug and focused on everything other than serving us.

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  2. Josiah

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food and atmosphere! Definitely will be returning!

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  3. Mark VIP

    Greater Boston54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new Italian place. Will be my new pre-Sox dinner spot.

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  4. Owen

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing service, great food with reasonable prices.

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  5. Roger VIP

    New York City26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A really nice addition to Kenmore Square and Boston dining. The staff went out of their way to make it a nice evening. The food was tasty! Will go back.

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  6. Linda

    Greater Boston74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved it. The food was delicious. Creative without being over the top. Great atmosphere. Open kitchen, long bar — very comfortable setting.

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  7. Cindy

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening - delicious drinks and food, and exceptional service from our waitress, Sadie.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    So disappointed. Service was decent but the food was almost inedible.

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  9. Alan VIP

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was good and the parmasean chicken was delicious.

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  10. Christopher

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Sunday dinner is an amazing deal for a family. The Chicken Parm for 2 special is delicious and kids get free pasta on Sundays!

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FAQs

Standard Italian offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 305-3095.

Standard Italian is rated 4.6 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Fenway–Kenmore

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Standard Italian

771 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215

Additional information

  • Cross street
    David Ortiz Drive (up a flight of stairs or an elevator) and Beacon St.
  • Neighborhood
    Fenway–Kenmore
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Kenmore (B, C, D), Fenway (D)We are located in the Bower apartment building (771 Beacon). If you're approaching from Beacon St, walk past the 771 Beacon lobby towards the staircase, then take a left. If you're approaching from David Ortiz Dr, walk up the staircase, then take a right.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Rae
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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