Via Matta
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 422-0008
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Arlington Street
- Specialties:
- Italian Food, Outdoor Dining, People Watching
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm, Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 5pm-11pm
Message from Via Matta
Authentic Italian cuisine in Boston's Back Bay
- Fine Italian cuisine
- Downtown Location
- Online Reservations
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Editorial Review for Via Matta – by Eric Grossman
The Scene
Classic Italian cuisine is made hip at this centrally located Back Bay trattoria. The large, bustling dining room is especially good for groups, while the mosaic-tiled and dimly-lit enoteca or the stylish bar offer a more intimate dining option. Outdoor dining is also available in warmer months on the patio in front. Waiters are friendly and knowledgeable, and keep a quick pace in their tuxedo tops and sneakers.
The Food
The kitchen's emphasis is on fresh ingredients, resulting in a daily menu of traditional dishes. Close to a dozen antipasti (like eggplant with marinated tomatoes, basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano) kick off the dining options. Pastas (Bolognese, lasagna, fettuccini) are house-made with the freshest ingredients and entrees are rich without being heavy. Desserts, including an immaculate vanilla panna cotta, are irresistible.
Hits
Fresh ingredients make Via Matta's dishes some of the best Italian in town.
Misses
Its trendy designation makes Via Matta a bit more expensive than it should be.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoOther than an endless stream of cabs (the restaurant is across the street from the Park Plaza Hotel), there isn't much of a view from Via Matta's outdoor seating area.
The ExtrasStylish Italian restaurant's patio provides downtown smokers with an urban oasis.
Where to SitThe dining room, while great for groups, can be a bit too loud for intimate conversation.
What to DrinkThe basil gimlet--fresh basil with lime and vodka--is not to be missed.
User Reviews for Via Matta
04/20/2008 Posted by Jenny999
This is the restaurant me and my boyfriend go to every time we want to have a special meal. We never go to the North End anymore because Via Matta is the best. The pastas there are absolutely amazing with much more diverse and innovative choices than ones in north end or anywhere else in Boston. Spicy lobster pasta is my favorite! The spicy calamari appetizer is also amazing. We have been there 5 or 6 times and it's been amazing every time. Also do not leave without trying their desserts, mind blowing!!!
Pros: Amazing pastas, great desserts, very professional staff
Cons: noisy sometimes, crowded during special occasions (Valentine's Day)
10/02/2007 Posted by kimp2008
Amazing restaurant! From the valet person outside, to the front desk, to the server, to the busperson, I felt like a princess or a superstar!!! Get a VIP treatment even if you’re a regular person like me!! The raw tuna appetizer was delish, and the chicken under a brick was to die for! My drinks came long after we order, but other than that it was a great experience. I definitely recommend it for special occasions.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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