Ravello Italian Kitchen

4.7

227 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Ravello Italian Kitchen is a cozy gem of a location on the intersection of Watertown, Belmont and Cambridge serving fresh pasta and artisanal pizza. 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

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Takeout

(617) 393-1568

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Dining Bar, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–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
Neighborhood
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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Popular dishes

Italian Wedding Soup$8.00
Rich chicken broth, baby meatballs, escarole lettuce, pastina, Parmigiana Reggiano, egg, EVOO
Garlic Bread$7.00
Oven-charred served with marinara sauce
- Parmigiana Style Gratin of Mozzarella & Provolone Cheese$9.00
Bruschetta$12.00
Vine Ripe Tomato, Garlic, Sweet Basil, Balsamic Syrup, EVOO, Charred Ciabatta
Arancini**$10.00
Crispy fried arborio rice balls filled with imported buffalo mozzarella & prosciutto, pesto marinara dipping sauce
Burrata & Prosciutto$18.00
Imported burrata (Puglia, Italia), shaved imported prosciutto (Parma, Italia), broccoli rabe, roasted tomatoes, toasted crostini
Charcuterie Board$20.00
Assorted imported salumi & cheeses, pickled vegetables & accoutrements
Calamari$14.00
Lightly battered & crispy fried local calamari marinara sauce, lemon
Melanzana Forno$12.00
Sautéed eggplant filled with smoked mozzarella, ricotta & fresh basil, baked with pomodoro sauce
Mussels Fra Diavolo*$14.00
Wild mussels simmered in tomatoes with garlic, chili flakes, white wine, served with toasted ciabatta
Meatballs$12.00
Fresh ground beef, pork & veal, marinara, ricotta & parmigiano reggiano cheese

Salads

+Add Protein: Chicken, Shrimp or Salmon | $8

Roasted Beet Salad$10.00
Sunshine gold and ruby red beet, arugula, goat cheese crumbles and pear vinaigrette
Brussels Sprout Salad$10.00
Shaved sprouts, pomegranates, spiced pecans, Maytag blue cheese crumble, spicy orange vinaigrette
Caesar Salad*$9.00
Romaine hearts, house made Caesar dressing*, oven roasted garlic parmesan croutons, grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
Seasonal Garden Salad$8.00
Seasonal lettuces, baby tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, peppers, mushrooms, Italian olives, house or balsamic vinaigrette
Winter Citrus Salad$11.00
Arugula, shaved fennel, pomegranates, cara cara, blood & navel oranges, cracked black Pepper, Drizzles of Blood Orange EVOO

Sandwiches

Chicken Parmigiana$13.00
Fresh Italian crumbed and sautéed chicken breast, marinara sauce, mozzarella & provolone cheeses
The Grinder$13.00
Shaved imported prosciutto, mortadella, salami, sopprasatta & provolone cheese. House made pickled peppers, baby lettuce, olive oil vinaigrette
Meatball Parmigiana$13.00
Meatballs, Ravello's marinara, provolone & mozzarella cheeses

Pasta

Fettuccini Carbonara$22.00
House made noodles, crisp pancetta, local spring peas, dusting of black pepper, parmigiano reggiano
Pasta ala Vodka*$20.00
Imported garganelli pasta, local spring peas, vodka, tomato & cream
Clams Bianco*$24.00
Clams (Wellfleet, MA) simmered in white wine, garlic, chili flakes, parsley, butter, house made linguini
Pappardelle Bolognese$16.00
Hand cut fresh noodles, savory meat sauce of beef & pork, tomatoes, onions, garlic & seasoning
Strozzapreti Pomodoro$19.00
Imported hand-rolled long Cavatelli pasta, house sausage, broccoli rabe, pomodoro sauce
Lasagna Bolognese$18.00
Fresh noodles layered with savory pork & beef meat sauce, bechamel cream, mozzarella & parmigiano reggiano cheeses
Short Rib Ravioli$24.00
Handcrafted ravioli filled chianti braised short rib, ricotta & parmigiano reggiano cheeses, simmered in a wild mushrooms & Marsala cream sauce

Entrées

Eggplant Parmigiana$17.00
Sautéed egg dipped eggplant, layered with ricotta cheese, pecorino & mozzarella, marinara sauce, ling
Shrimp Fra Diavolo*$23.00
Shrimp simmered in a marinara sauce with garlic, chili flakes, and white wine over house-made linguini
Herb Crumbed Baked Cod$27.00
Roasted fingerling potato, Broccolini & Roasted tomatoes, lemone EVOO
Filet of Sole Francaise$23.00
Fresh sole filet, egg batter dipped and sautéed in a lemon wine butter sauce, served with sautéed spinach and roasted fingerling potatoes
Chicken Saltimbocca$23.00
Sautéed chicken breast, crusted with prosciutto and fresh sage, lemon butter sauce, house-made linguini
Chicken Parmigiana$22.00
Fresh Italian crumbled and sautéed chicken breast, marinara, mozzarella & provolone cheese, penne
Gluten-Free Chicken Parmigiana$22.00
Italian bread crumbs (rice flour blended with olive juice & honey), pomodoro sauce, mozzarella & provolone cheeses, served with gluten-free penne pasta
Chicken Picatta$23.00
Sautéed chicken medallions, lemon, caper and butter sauce with fresh linguini
Chicken Marsala$23.00
Sautéed chicken breast with shallots, white mushrooms, sweet Marsala wine & demi-glace, house made linguini
Veal Parmigiana$29.00
Fresh Italian crumbed veal medallions, mozzarella & provolone cheeses, marinara, & house made linguini
Pan Roasted Pork Chop$32.00
Vinegar peppers, roasted fingerling potatoes, madeira demi-glace

Sweets

Cannoli$9.00
Crispy cylinder cookies with a filling of ricotta and mascarpone cheese
Lemon Ricotta Zeppoles$12.00
Petite fried lemon & ricotta pastry, powder sugar dusted, drizzled with Nutella
Tiramisu$10.00
Lady fingers, brandy-kahlua infused mascarpone custard dusted with cocoa powder

SPECIALS

Spinach Ravioli$21.00
Spinach and ricotta cheese ravioli served with a white cream sauce or a pomodoro sauce
Veal Marsala$29.00
Veal medallions with mushroom marsala sauce over pappardelle
Burrata Pesto Pasta$23.00
Served over spaghettini

What 227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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Maria
New England
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
This was our first time at Ravello's and we really enjoyed the food and the proximity to our home. Excellent Italian food without having to drive in to Boston.
PC
PegC
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great dinner, we sat outside because the music is too loud inside for conversation.
PC
PatriciaC
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service4ambience2
Good eggplant but shrimp fra diavalo was very greasy. Lots of flies hanging around by the windows - staff should have killed the dozen plus flies around several tables prior to allowing opening.
JD
JenniferD
New England
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Devine the bartender was amazing!! Made us custom drinks according to our liking. Incredible! And our server Annie was friendly and attentive. Made great dinner reccomendations! 10 out of 10! Cannot wait to be back
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always incredible food and even better service. Quite literally not a bad item on the menu. Also, the bartender is superb.
R
Ranu
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Love this restaurant! Food fantastic for foodies, service friendly and warm. Glad that they have outdoor seating though the busy road is not ideal. Some planters would be great to add ambience.
r
rachelf
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal at Ravello! Delicious food and drink and our waiters were great. Highly recommend. Will definitely be back!
GY
GerryY
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time. Great food and neat vibe. Had stuffed blossom and bean apps. Split three pastas: gnocchi short rib ravioli and bolognese. All wonderful. Friendly and nice service. Good value. Great location alternative to Cambridge or Boston spots. Highly recommend and will repeat!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu is great and the service is wonderful. Our dinner was delicious. The prices were reasonable.
BQ
BenQ
Orlando
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great outdoor seating, delicious cocktails, a wide variety of tasty meal options and really friendly service. You can’t go wrong with Ravello. A nice place for friends or a date.
JM
JMGN
New England
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and wonderful service. Ravello Italian Kitchen never disappoints!
MS
MayaS
New England
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and innovative drinks. Would go back in a second.
JB
JohnB
New England
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Impressive food. The crab cakes were a steal at $19 and so good
HA
HelenA
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best soft shell crabs I’ve ever tasted !
MM
MelanieM
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite local spot! Always a great experience, friendly staff and delicious food!
a
alanf
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food great drinks friendly efficient service--what more could you ask for?
KW
KimW
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my favorite local restaurant! The food is great, the staff is wonderful. Anyone I bring loves it. I even like the outdoor seating on Belmont Street :)
D
Date
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent and the service was fantastic. Sitting outside is pleasant even with the busy street. The cocktails were creative and refreshing as well.
MA
2MAGemma
New England
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We went to Ravello with another couple. We have been there a few times and always had a great experience. We were seated as soon as we got there. Our waitress Emma arrived soon after with our menus and took our drink orders. She was back almost instantly with bread for our table. Our drinks followed a minute later. We ordered 2 apps and our meals. Food all came out in a timely fashion. One thing that always impress me and did impress the other couple was on how hot the meals come out. There is steam coming from them. They come directly from stove/oven to the tables. Food was excellent as always. Emma was very attentive. The Chef helped bring out our meals. He socialized with us for a few seconds before heading back out to the kitchen. A bottle of wine, one draft beer, 2 appetizers and 4 entrees plus tax and the bill was just a shade over $150. Can't beat that. So great service, excellent food and fantastic prices make Ravello a go to place.
SP
SarahP
Raleigh
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Italian food outside of the North End. Everything I’ve tried is delicious. Mussels are a standout. Gnocchi ala vodka was the best gnocchi I’ve ever had. Fresh, delicious food.
L
Lauren
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Loved the restaurant. Service and food were amazing. Disappointed that they were out of quite a few menu items. Acoustics made it very loud and hard to hear. Despite this, I will definitely be back.
WF
WillF
New England
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Always great food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall2food5service2ambience5
Good food and atmosphere- waitress hovered over us, felt very rushed like they wanted us out as quick as possible
M
Mary
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
I was disappointed that the two fish dishes I was interested in or not available last night. However all the food we had was absolutely delicious as usual.
A
Alyson
New England
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ravello was awesome - we sat outside and had wonderful service. Portions were great and it is a good value for the price. We will be back (soon!).
LD
LenDoutoflockdown
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good experience
KC
KennethC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience from start to finish - had burrata app with prosciutto and tomato - so fresh and delicious, main course pasta carbonara - unreal not too heavy or salty just the right combo and fresh pasta was the key - desert had zepoli fried donuts with Nutella - wow that’s all - service was phenomenal and I will be back for some of the best Italian I’ve had out - thanks
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We just love this place. The pasta with vodka sauce is amazing. Get it with sausage!
DJ
DebbieJ
New England
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Overall nice. Noise level was quite high. Food was good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious! Don’t skip the dessert- order the tiramisu!!
d
danny
New England
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
While the pasta was velvety smooth, it was boiled in unsalted water, so it was blander than bland. Such a shame. Hopefully it was just one night of mindlessness.
AW
AmWM
New England
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First visit, will be back. Pasta ala Vodka, Squash Blossoms and Zeppolles all excellent.
CM
CeceM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great, the cocktail delicious, our server was knowledgable and friendly and prompt . My only hesitation is that, after just returning from Florence, this was a rather expensive meal in comparison.
LS
LinSB
New England
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
A little disappointed that one of the featured items (soft shell crabs) was sold out.
e
ellens
Central Coast
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous dinner once again! The use of ingredients in season made for a fresh unusual and spectacular dinner. Our waitress was an absolute joy! Helpful, friendly, cheerful and an inspiring young woman all around
NN
NancyN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The mussels were plump, the homemade pasta delicious, and the ingredients the freshest topped off with a big helping of very friendly and attentive service!
SP
SarahP
Raleigh
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, excellent service, reasonable prices. Best Caesar salad I’ve ever had.
PS
PatS
Canberra
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I love this restaurant. It has a neighborhood feel and excellent food and wine.
TU
TanyaU
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal and service! Will be back soon and often :)
B
Bobby
New England
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
My wife & I went there to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. We were married in Ravello Italy by the mayor. Food was very good & fresh pasta was delicious. We will go back.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Ravello Italian Kitchen using the Order Online button. Ravello Italian Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 393-1568.

Ravello Italian Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 227 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 393-1568

Other options

Order online

136 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Prentiss Street
Neighborhood
Watertown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, 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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Ravello Italian Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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Tiramisu

Eggplant Parmigiana

Caesar Salad

Appetizers

Italian Wedding Soup$8.00

Garlic Bread$7.00

Bruschetta$12.00

Arancini**$10.00

Burrata & Prosciutto$18.00

Charcuterie Board$20.00

Calamari$14.00

Melanzana Forno$12.00

Mussels Fra Diavolo*$14.00

Meatballs$12.00

Salads

Roasted Beet Salad$10.00

Brussels Sprout Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad*$9.00

Seasonal Garden Salad$8.00

Winter Citrus Salad$11.00

Sandwiches

Chicken Parmigiana$13.00

The Grinder$13.00

Meatball Parmigiana$13.00

Pasta

Fettuccini Carbonara$22.00

Pasta ala Vodka*$20.00

Clams Bianco*$24.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$16.00

Strozzapreti Pomodoro$19.00

Lasagna Bolognese$18.00

Short Rib Ravioli$24.00

Entrées

Eggplant Parmigiana$17.00

Shrimp Fra Diavolo*$23.00

Herb Crumbed Baked Cod$27.00

Filet of Sole Francaise$23.00

Chicken Saltimbocca$23.00

Chicken Parmigiana$22.00

Gluten-Free Chicken Parmigiana$22.00

Chicken Picatta$23.00

Chicken Marsala$23.00

Veal Parmigiana$29.00

Pan Roasted Pork Chop$32.00

Sweets

Cannoli$9.00

Lemon Ricotta Zeppoles$12.00

Tiramisu$10.00

SPECIALS

Spinach Ravioli$21.00

Veal Marsala$29.00

Burrata Pesto Pasta$23.00

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