(617) 523-8481

379 Hanover St (Clark Street)
Boston, MA 02113 42.365067 -71.053198

Get Map & Directions »

Neighborhoods: North End, Central

STREGARISTORANTE.COM

Years in business

Established in 2003

Hours:

Sun-Thu 4:30pm-11pm

Fri-Sat 4:30pm-12am

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 1.24.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Cash, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, Travelers Check

Restaurant Special Features:

Late Night Dining, Celeb Hangout, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene

Cuisine:

Italian

Bar & Club Special Features:

Private Parties

Smoking Permitted:

No

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Strega

Featured Review

Contributor

Contributor

In Short – Strega distinguishes itself from its dozens of Hanover Street neighbors with an attention-grabbing interior, where patrons are surrounded by an illuminated wall and an assortment of framed celebrity photos. Engaging, black-clad waiters are kept busy by a colorful mix of tourists and local glitterati. The menu combines classic items (grilled calamari, seafood risotto, homemade gnocchi) with modern fare (filet mignon with mission figs, veal chops stuffed with fontina and proscuitto).

Editor's Tips

Save Time:
Unlike most North End establishments, Strega accepts reservations. Call ahead to avoid baking/freezing on the sidewalk during a long wait.
Parking:
Forget about finding a spot near the restaurant; take the T or use Strega's pricey ($14) valet service.
Where to Sit:
Ask for a window seat to enjoy the view of bustling Hanover Street.
What to Drink:
Be sure to try a selection off of the wine list.
ambiance
41.66999816894531% positive
  1. “You probably could get food that is just as good at a less expensive restaurant, but the experience and atmosphere of this place is worth it.”
  2. “interesting decor but disappointing food and service”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “This place has the best gnocchi in the city - get it with the cream sauce.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “think the bar seats are the best in the house.”
  2. “We shared the stuffed mozzerella app, a strega salad, great bottle of wine, and the osso bucco on papardelle.”
food quality
69.43999767303467% positive
  1. “You probably could get food that is just as good at a less expensive restaurant, but the experience and atmosphere of this place is worth it.”
  2. “Fruti Di Mare with linguine $48.00 Give me a break it was good but not worth almost $50.00 Would definetly not go back many more reasonable restaurants with good food.”
  3. “We shared the stuffed mozzerella app, a strega salad, great bottle of wine, and the osso bucco on papardelle.”
  4. “Although he was nice and he said he would take care of us, he brought out every appetizer on the menu (charged us for all even though we never requested any), and served the most expensive main dish.”
  5. “If you want a place which is like a cartoon of an "Italian" restaurant, and don't really care if the food tastes good, this is the place for you!”
  6. “The best restaurant in the north end, we have been going here for years and have never been disappointed from the tasty food to the excellent service.”
  7. “interesting decor but disappointing food and service”
  8. “The entire staff are very professional, attentive and authentic.”
  9. “Amazing food and unrivaled service.”
  10. “The food was excellent, but the place was a bit packed which made”
  11. “This place has the best gnocchi in the city - get it with the cream sauce.”
  12. “The expensive price tag in no way justifies the meal.”
menu variety
0.0% positive
  1. “Although he was nice and he said he would take care of us, he brought out every appetizer on the menu (charged us for all even though we never requested any), and served the most expensive main dish.”
overall
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “If you want a place which is like a cartoon of an "Italian" restaurant, and don't really care if the food tastes good, this is the place for you!”
  2. “The best restaurant in the north end, we have been going here for years and have never been disappointed from the tasty food to the excellent service.”
  3. “You probably could get food that is just as good at a less expensive restaurant, but the experience and atmosphere of this place is worth it.”
return potential
50.0% positive
  1. “Fruti Di Mare with linguine $48.00 Give me a break it was good but not worth almost $50.00 Would definetly not go back many more reasonable restaurants with good food.”
service
76.1899995803833% positive
  1. “enjoyed Strega, but felt the service could have been a little better.”
  2. “Amazing food and unrivaled service.”
  3. “interesting decor but disappointing food and service”
  4. “The waiters are great characters.”
  5. “The wait staff was not overly friendly and they did try to turn the table over quickly but thats life in the N. End on summer weekends.”
  6. “The entire staff are very professional, attentive and authentic.”
  7. “The best restaurant in the north end, we have been going here for years and have never been disappointed from the tasty food to the excellent service.”
value
25.0% positive
  1. “Although he was nice and he said he would take care of us, he brought out every appetizer on the menu (charged us for all even though we never requested any), and served the most expensive main dish.”
  2. “You probably could get food that is just as good at a less expensive restaurant, but the experience and atmosphere of this place is worth it.”
  3. “The expensive price tag in no way justifies the meal.”
  4. “Fruti Di Mare with linguine $48.00 Give me a break it was good but not worth almost $50.00 Would definetly not go back many more reasonable restaurants with good food.”
4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/05/09

place is very good

by gambino at Citysearch

be prepared to drop some cash, but you will have some great grub here. the italian gangster movies running on the many tv's in wall so cool. the hostess in this place was such a smoke show. great place

  • Pros: great grub, really unique, nice atmosphere.
  • Cons: expensive
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/14/09

Great, Dependable Food

by sully45 at Citysearch

I love the food here. Been a few times and never disappointed. It is standard Italian food but somehow different from all the other places in the North End.

  • Pros: Food, Scene, Location
  • Cons: Busy
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/13/08

Never a complaint!!!!

by WeddingGuru at Citysearch

I work at a hotel that recently opened near the North End. We send 6-10 people to Strega's each week. I've NEVER had a complaint from anyone. On the contrary, the guests usually return with comments like "You were righton target with Strega's" or "Absolutely fabulous!". Our guests come from all over the world and are very discerning diners and have high expectations. Strega's meets or exceeds those expectations each and every day!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/04/08

like being in italy

by martello90 at Citysearch

The best restaurant in the north end, we have been going here for years and have never been disappointed from the tasty food to the excellent service. Great for people watching also. The entire staff are very professional, attentive and authentic...as close to Italy as you can be. We love it.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/04/08

Excellent food and even better service

by rodneyf4l at Citysearch

Me and a friend had just come from the festival on Hanover Street and were looking for a place to eat that would accommodate the 2 of us + a rather large stuffed Tweety which was won earlier in the night at the festival. When I asked jokingly for a table of 3, the hostess chuckled and said right this way. (In fact, she even brought a menu for Tweety). In any case, the waiter was very attentive and friendly and quickly offered us water. Shortly after, we received bread and oil, at which point we put in an order for a bottle of wine and appetizers. The wine came out quick and the food even quicker! We were extremely satisfied with the appetizers. Even though closing time was nearing, the staff did not make us feel rushed or bothersome, which was a nice surprise. They treated us very well and I would go back there again and again and hopefully try our some entrees next time!

  • Pros: Extremely attentive and friendly staff, great food, wall of tvs... what's not to like?

The Details on Strega

Place Categories:

  • very professional entire staff
  • less expensive restaurant
  • amazing unrivaled service
  • enjoyed strega
  • disappointing service
  • good taste
  • most expensive main dish
  • best bar seats
  • expensive price tag
  • not overly friendly wait staff
  • wonderful atmosphere
  • terrible cuttlefish
  • great bottle
  • wonderful bar
  • very good texture
  • very good flavor
  • best gnocchi
  • good food
  • interesting decor
  • great characters
Advertisement

Lists In Boston

Recent Reviews In Boston

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

Lucky Strike Lanes

145 Ipswich St, Boston, MA

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

Sugar Heaven

218 Newbury St, Boston, MA

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

Clover Dewey Square

Summer St & Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA

4 Star Rating: Recommended

My Thai Vegan Cafe

3 Beach St, Boston, MA

Advertisement