Best Italian food I've had outside the north end... I'd recommend this over wandering to the north end because restaurants there can be hit or miss. more
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- Cuisines: Italian
- Price range*: $21-$30
- Neighborhood: Metro West
- Recommended For: Outdoor seating
- Address: 131 Brighton Ave, Boston, MA 02134-2802
- Phone: (617) 254-9759
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May 13, 2008
I am a frequent visitor to Boston and I recommend this restaurant to everyone. This is better than many restaurants in the North End. Portions were great and the preparation was wonderful. It is a little crowded at times but worth it. Food almost as good as Nonnie's! more
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Apr 23, 2008
Carlo's is a tiny italian restaurant on Brighton Ave in Allston (down the street from me) and it is AMAZING! I found it after my family came to town and we went over to Sunset Grill for dinner and drinks. The wait was too long so we went over to Carlo's, where there's almost always a short wait due to... more
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Mar 7, 2008
Great, authentic Italian food. more
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Feb 21, 2008
Huge portions, great prices and one of the best Italian restaurants outside of the N. End. more
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Feb 5, 2008
The best Italian food in Boston! more
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Feb 2, 2008
everything is excellent here more
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Jan 15, 2008
Exemplifies the "hidden gem" cliche more
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Tel: (617) 254-9759
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