A modern interpretation of the classic diner, Sportello (Italian for “counter service”) offers a menu of chef Barbara Lynch’s trattoria-inspired Italian dishes for lunch and dinner. Sportello’s casual, lively, Italian spirit is captured in the sleek, minimalist design of the cuisine — fresh pastas, creamy polenta, and simple soups — and in the supremely approachable, artisanal wine list.
Upscale diner offering fresh pasta & housemade baked goods in modern, minimalist surrounds. Based on 603 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
348 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210
Phone: (617) 737-1234
Website:
Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
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Reservations: sportelloboston.comopentable.com
Reviews
Alex Issokson
Overall, my family and I had a decent meal here. I really enjoyed the pasta dishes—I thought they were the best and I definitely recommend ordering one. I got the duck which was a bit disappointing. I found it to be a bit chewy and didn’t have that kind of crispy duck skin I was expecting.
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Timothy K
Really impressive and creative dishes. We enjoyed everything. Maaaaybe I could have done without the green olives in the braised rabbit dish, to me it was a salty kick that didn’t really help balance the heaviness of the dish itself but it’s subjective.
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Jea Kim
Great modern Italian dishes served in a uniquely cozy ambiance.
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Navang Shetty
The portions were slightly misleading. The entrees were seemingly larger and more filling than the main. Which while with the price helps the wallet, it can be difficult to ascertain how much to order. The ravioli was the main while the panini was the entree. The focacia was not expected and didn’t represent a focacia. Appeared to be more aligned with whole wheat bread that was slightly charred. The desert was delicious and a spin on traditional tiramisu but maintained the core elements of a standard tiramisu.
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Yuri
Cool open kitchen serving delicious food. We had the bolognese, the octopus, the lobster gnocchi, and the tiramisu. Everything tasted excellent and fresh. My only small disappointment was the gnocchi only having some tiny pieces of lobster when it could have some more for the price.
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Meli
We loved the Bolognese Tagliatelle! Very flavorful sauce and fresh pasta! Nice sized portion for one person.. Servers were friendly and the ambiance was great too.. you could be at a table for a more personal interaction or at the peninsula bar and interact with others. Music not so loud you can’t talk with your friends.
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Elias D
A Barbara Lynch-owned restaurant, Sportello lives up to its legacy with what I consider to be impeccable service, food, and atmosphere for the price. The drinks and selections are excellent, and nothing we ordered was not enjoyed by both of us. Our favorite dishes were the Burrata and the Gnocchi with lobster in it. I can’t wait to go again.
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Hannah Vds
Great Italian restaurant and friendly staff. From the outside it might look a bit a like a weird restaurant, but once you’re inside you won’t regret it. The interior is something I haven’t seen before. I would recommend the papparedelle with lamb!
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Heather Hamilton
Great bar and awesome experience all around. A must see if you’re up for adventure and intrigue!
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Amy M.
Wow, the food is incredible! We’ve been waiting eight years to return to Sportello. It’s some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had. Highlights were definitely the duck and lobster gnocchi. The tiramisu was dry and didn’t have much coffee involved (see photo).
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