Via Matta

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79 Park Plz (at Arlington St. and Columbus Ave)
Boston, MA 02116

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(617) 422-0008
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Simply elegant, chic Italian inspired food and people make this place a favorite! Homemade pasta and friendly service, great location... Wines are nicely priced and all around gr...

Worst

This was a really disappointing evening. We went out with friends whom we were treating for yummy dinner at a restaurant we'd liked before. NOT tonight! The hostesses just stan...

You Just Don't Know! 9/21/2002

Having been to Via Matta a few times and I have something to say to those people giving bad reviews. You Just Don't Know!!! Via Matta is obviously not a romantic hideway. The place is energetic and alive. Bostonians should be greatful that such a unboring restaurant exists here in the Back Bay. The REAL Italian cuisine with a little American twist is wonderful. Sure the place is a little noisy, but who else was packed on a 90 degree Tuesday night at the end of August? I suggest just asking your waiter to pick a bottle of vino for you and trying something new. The Shardana is out of ths world. Via Matta may have a few bumps in the road. But after being open only 3 months this ""Crazy Way"" is miles ahead of any other Italian restaurant in Boston. Pros: wine, service, food Cons: not much, loud for some people more
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Plain good 9/20/2002

I went to eat at Via Matta, despite a few negative comments on this site. I do not regret it. Food was good, service was good, atmosphere was good, very lively. If you want to eat authentic Italian, I recommend to book a ticket to Italy, since I have not yet been in one restaurant in the US where meals aren't 'adjusted' to the american taste. I will definitely eat at Via Matta again. Pros: atmosphere, terrace, good location more
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Perfecto! 8/12/2002

What a change! The interior is wonderful...whoever the architect was he did wonders on the space. The food is superb...and authentic. Tastes and feels like you are in Rome! The bar area is relaxing..I have eaten in both the dining room and the bar area. Michael and Chris have done a great job...keep it up! Pros: Great food, Great service, Great space Cons: Not much more
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The crazy way 8/8/2002

This place is the bomb. The best al fresco dining experience in the city. Great food and service. Delicious cocktails. The entire experience is extemely well-conceived. more
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Editorial

  • 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...

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  • Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-1am Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-1am Sat 5pm-1am
  • Payments: American Express, Diner's Club, Discover, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central
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