Gennaro's 5 North Square

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5 N Square, Boston, MA 02113
Boston, MA 02113

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(617) 720-1050
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Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
Gennaro's 5 North Square - Boston, MA
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My family and I stumbled onto Gennaro

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We have eaten here a couple of times, usually because other North End restaurants were full, and have had OK food. For the price, you can definitely find a better meal. On our vis...

Editorial review from Citysearch 8/29/2015

Had an amazing dinner here a few weeks ago. I started with the lobster ravioli which was unbelievable and a seriously generous portion. It came as a bed of raviolis piled with lobster tails, shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams, etc. So delicious. The desserts were out of this world. We ordered 4 and shared them all. All 4 were incredible, although the bread pudding and the gelato dessert were standouts for my taste. If the food wasn't enough the waiter could not have been more professional. His recommendations were useful, and in my opinion, the service is what makes the meal. Would recommend to anyone heading to eat in the area! more
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Excellent 10/12/2011

My family and I stumbled onto Gennaro more
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Feb. 12, 2011, dinning at Gennaro's, Boston's North End 2/12/2011

My wife and I dined at Gennaro's last night. For the money it was a good choice. Our entrees were good. I got the Jumbo Spinach/cheese ravioli my wife got the Rolled Stuffed Eggplant. What was disappointing was the $10 Cesar Salad that was mostly white salad with few greens ( I should have sent it back). We got a glass of Merlot, the glass was barely half full and the wine was pretty tasteless. Whenever possible my wife and I will split an appetizer and wine (here we saved $18 by sharing a salad and a glass of wine that weren't very good). The staff were very friendly, the location in North Square was nice. We had an early sitting, 6PM, the place was quite and we were also able to get a window seat. more
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Really Delicious Italian Cuisine 7/20/2010

This classy and reasonably priced (for fine food in Boston) two level Italian joint has delicious and... more
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Really Delicious Italian Cuisine 7/20/2010

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This classy and reasonably priced (for fine food in Boston) two level Italian joint has delicious and creative pastas. It is perfect for a romanti... more
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Wonderfull Dining Experience 4/19/2010

We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Gennaro's; from the location to the view to the service, ambiance and not to mention the food. Hands down one of the top dining spots in the North End! Pros: Windows overlook lovely North Square more
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Window with a view 4/9/2010

We had our second great visit to Gennaro's 5 North Square. We ended up downstirs which is very nice but upstairs is more romantic if that's what you're looking for. The window booths if you can get one are awesome! We were spoiled on our first visit. more
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A great, new find in the North End 2/19/2010

We stumbled upon this great restaurant on a historic corner in the North End. Four of us had lunch and each meal was perfect. We all sampled each other's: spaghetti and meatballs, margherita pizza, pannini, and chicken w/broccoli and pasta...all delicious. We will definintely go back and sit by the window...each table has a window with a view. Pros: beautiful upstairs and down; cozy yet spacious more
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All I CAN SAY IS WOW!!! BEST IN THE NORTH END 2/8/2010

I recently attended WITH best friends. There was ten of us and let me tell you it was first class dining all the way!! The wait staff was amazing recommending a reasonable priced wine that was delicious, the antipasto and dinner specials were out of this world. Every one of us ordered something different off the menu and no one was disappointed. The gravy was fantastic. Although onre of my friends been there before and recomended the STUFED SOLE I don?t think you can go wrong with any dish. I will definitely be back again. A hat off to Gennaro's?? more
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Lovely place in the North end 2/1/2010

Wonderful place in a quaint corner of the North End. It's got great ambience, a nice bar, great food and more space than a lot of other places in the North End. Can't go wrong Pros: Great place more
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IMPRESSIVE 2/1/2010

Gennaro's is the perfect spot to bring out of town visitors or just to enjoy a perfect dinner out in Boston. It amplifies the essence of the North End in Boston. Each course was presented elegantly. The staff is efficient and friendly. Pros: Atmosphere, food, service~Amazing more
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It was fabulous 2/1/2010

It was great. Great atmosphere great food! more
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Five North Square is a great choice 1/6/2010

Very nice inside, awesome food, good service, and not overly priced. With all of the restaurants in the North End it's hard to decide where to eat, but this is definitely a good choice more
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Five North Square is excellent 12/5/2009

This is a great North End experience. The food was excellent and the waiters and wait staff were very accomodating and friendly. Excellent experience overall more
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New Owners - Fantastic Food and Decor 9/22/2009

The restaurant is newly renovated - 2 stories. The atmosphere is wonderful. The waitstaff is fantastic - great service and super friendly! The food is delicious. Every time I have gone there I have been so full from the meal that I haven't been able to order dessert! Pros: Great food, service & atmosphere - Highly recommend! more
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New Owners - Fantastic Food and Decor 9/22/2009

The restaurant is newly renovated - 2 stories. The atmosphere is wonderful. The waitstaff is fantastic - great service and super friendly! The food is delicious. Every time I have gone there I have been so full from the meal that I haven't been able to order dessert! Pros: Great food, service & atmosphere - Highly recommend! more
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Excellent Tuna 9/20/2009

Tuna appetizer dish with edamame cooked to perfection, tasty and excellent presentation. Also Lamb was brilliantly executed. Pros: Excellent Italian Food, waitstaff Cons: parking difficult unless you plan ahead more
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Excellent Tuna 9/20/2009

Tuna appetizer dish with edamame cooked to perfection, tasty and excellent presentation. Also Lamb was brilliantly executed. Restaurant is under new management, and currently called Gennaro's 5 North Square, since May 2009. Do not let the old reviews of the previous owner's fool you! This place has been completely transformed into an excellent dining establishment! Pros: Excellent Italian Food, waitstaff Cons: parking difficult unless you plan ahead more
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Five North Square is Wonderful. 8/6/2009

You will not be disappointed dining at this wonderful North End restaurant. We dined here with my entire family on Easter and the waitstaff could not have been friendlier or more accommodating. Great food, great service, more
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Just love this place! 10/24/2008

I have been dining here for years. Located in the heart of the North end, and great people watching windows. I have had many personal, and professional gatherings. This place is excellent. The food is always well prepared, and delicous. A great variety. The restaurant is extremely clean. The service is fantastic. Pros: value, location, service, cleanliness more
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Fine Italian dining in Boston's historic North Square. Reserve at (857) 250-0756

Owner Message

  • Marisa Iocco, Boston's only Italian-born female chef, salutes Italian-American food at Gennaro's 5 North Square Restaurant in the North End with a menu she calls MangiAmerica ( "Eat, America" ).

    MangiAmerica celebrates the dishes that are the mainstays of the Italian-American table. Marisa pays homage to the soulful hominess and evocative flavors of italian-American cooking.

    Because this is food that so often conjures up memories of personalities and places now departed, she has recreated these dishes as scrupulously- and reverentially- as possible. Sunday gravy is simmered for hours and ladled over house-made fresh macaroni. The mozzarella is produced locally. The fish is hand selected daily from the fishmonger. Some dishes are only available family-style-deliberately intended to be shared with and enjoyed by loved ones. (857) 250-0756

Editorial

  • The Scene
    Just a stone's throw from Paul Revere's House, this prototypical North End eatery has remained successful for decades by following a simple formula: serve basic Italian fare at...

  • 9/30/2006 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Sunday - Thursday | 11:30AM - 10:00PM Fridays & Saturdays | 11:30AM - 10:30PM (Bar open til 1am)
  • Payments: Diner's Club, Master Card, Discover, American Express, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: North End, Central
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