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Standard Italian, Boston, MA

Standard Italian

4.8
4.8
20 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
From restaurateur Garrett Harker, bar director Jackson Cannon, and culinary director Brian Rae, Standard Italian is coming soon to the Fenway Center!

Order delivery or takeout

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
    (857) 305-3095
  • 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

Experiences

  • FOREVER NEGRONI: Cocktail Class w/ Jackson Cannon

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 25, 2025 only
    3:00 PM
    Saturday, Jan 25th, we’ll be talking everything Negroni, from 3pm - 4pm at Standard Italian. Join us for a cocktail class about the history, evolution and enduring effects of the Negroni, led by Eastern Standard Beverage Director and icon of the Boston bar scene, Jackson Cannon. Trace the rise, fall, and rise again of Negroni's true main ingredient Campari and a matrix of spirit combinations that can result. Guests will receive a tutorial in the history of Campari and the modern ways in which we infuse ingredients to make surprising flavor combinations for classic cocktails. Two drinks included Light snacks to enjoy
    FOREVER NEGRONI: Cocktail Class w/ Jackson Cannon Photo
  • ALL ABOUT AMARO: Cocktail Class w/ Jackson Cannon

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 8, 2025 only
    3:00 PM
    Saturday, February 8th, we’ll be talking All About Amaro, from 3pm - 4pm at Standard Italian. After a brief overview of this evocative category, ES Hospitality Beverage Director and icon of the Boston bar scene, Jackson Cannon, will lead us through the history of amari in cocktails, highlighting the innovative ways they enhance today’s most popular libations. Amaro cocktails have been the stalwarts of the craft cocktail lexicon for over 150 years. From the Brooklyn, Negroni, Tailspin, Hanky Panky, to the Paper Plane, Naked and Famous and Late Night Reviver, amaro continues to broaden its hold on creative bartenders looking to create unique flavor combinations to enjoy. Two drinks included Light snacks to enjoy
    ALL ABOUT AMARO: Cocktail Class w/ Jackson Cannon Photo

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Standard Italian shines with "wonderful food," "attentive and friendly service," and unique signature drinks like the "olive oil martini." Guests rave about the "outstanding" martinis and creative dishes like squid ink bucatini and porchetta. The atmosphere is "comfortable and relaxed," making it a "must visit" for Italian cuisine lovers.

20 Reviews
  1. Catherine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot! Cooked was delicious and service was excellent. The restaurant is very spread out so lots of space and not overcrowded.

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  2. Christine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Really glad to be able to check out this new restaurant. Group of six had a bunch of apps and entrées, and there was not one bad dish in the bunch. Everything was delicious! Porchetta and rabbit papardelle were two stand outs but really everything was lovely! Very nice atmosphere and roomy seating (bar, high tops, dining room), there is space for them to put more tables, but I appreciate them, not trying to jam in more.

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  3. Roger

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staff and management very accommodating and hospitality was first rate. Still learning about the clientele but it’s all good

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  4. Alexandra

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening at Standard Italian. The lasagna bolognese & papparadelle w rabbit are phenomenal. The service is outstanding. Sat at the bar and our wonderful bartender continuously refreshed our martini glasses to give us a new cold one. Batch cocktails were delicious; well priced Italian wine list. Highly recommend.

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  5. Martha

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quedamos impresionados con la calidad de la comida. De autor. Tenemos un paladar muy exigente y esta cena fue sin dudas nuestra mejor experiencia gastronómica en Boston. Las porciones son muy generosas y la relación precio-calidad es imbatible. El servicio al cliente muy cálido y orientado desde nuestra llegada. Este lugar tiene un crecimiento seguro.

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  6. Matthew

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is all great, but what will bring me back is the olive oil martini. That's a flavor I didn't know that I needed in my life.

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  7. Donna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful first experience at Standard Italian. The food was excellent and the martinis are outstanding. Can't wait to go back!

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  8. hubert

    VIP

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the grilled octopus from the Feast of Seven Fishes (and the scallop crudo and Uni caviar prosciutto crostini).

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  9. Mike

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, attentive and friendly service. It was a great spot for our get together with 4 couples. Highly recommend!

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  10. hubert

    VIP

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s worth coming here just to experience one of Jackson Cannon’s very labor intensive signature drinks, such as the olive oil washed Standard Oil martini. After tasting one of these savory and silky flavor bombs, I’m hooked. Pairs perfectly with the mortadella skewer or bay scallop appetizer. Also Enjoyed the crunchy porchetta platter, will have to try the pastas next time. Place is a bit tricky to find the first time there, but from Eastern Standard look for the sign and follow the trail of little lights.

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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 4.8 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Phone number
    (857) 305-3095
  • Private party facilities
    Please email events@eshospitality.com for more information about hosting an event!
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