Giacomo

We waited for 2 hours in the middle of summer for the restaurant to open, and another 45 minutes for the line to move. My family had been walking the entire day. We were tired, miserable, starving, and just wanted to eat. I kept telling my family, "We're waiting 2 hours for spaghetti, when we can get Pizza from a really nice spot down the block."I kid you not, I regretted every previous thought after trying the good. From the most pickiest eater on the planet, who has eaten Italian food once in their life before trying this restaurant, my family (including I) could not stop eating once we were served. I can't recall a sentence spoken at our table once we began eating. The food here was absolutely mind blowing. 2 other parties. Not 1, but 2 other parties stood up and clapped after finishing their meal. From an impatient and picky eater who never thought they would like Italian food, this restaurant left me absolutely reeling.

My all time favorite lobster linguine place. Came here while studying in this city 7 years ago. Finally back in this city 7 years later, this time with my wife to share with her this taste i never forgot. Definitely never disappoint. I'll be back again :)

So freaking good! Worth the wait if you have to wait! The food was so good and hot! So much flavor!The service was excellent and attentive. They know what they're doing!

This is one of my favorite Italian food restaurants in the Boston area. The food is outstanding, and the staff is excellent. Don't miss out on a chance to grab some great food when you are in the area.

Absolutely LOVED this restaurant. It's been a week since I've been and I'm still raving about it. Such an authentic and delicious experience. Just note that no reservations and cash only! But those kind of places are the best and definitely worth the wait outside! I cant get over how good

Impressive customer service. Their hospitality is very good, also the staffs are so professional. Not only the service, but their foods are also much delicious. Popular foods include Lobster Ravioli, Scallops, Frutti Di Mare, Fried Calamari, etc.

Very, very good. I don’t give 5 stars for food often but this was outstanding. It’s cash only and a bit cramped with small chairs and way too little space but maybe it all adds to the charm...

The best italian I have ever had, hands down. 100% worth the wait

Excellent service phenomenal food and a great atmosphere. Would definitely come again and will for sure

a CASH ONLY place (there's an ATM machine across the street)No reservations but definitely worth the wait. :)One of the best Italian restaurants I've been too! Will definitely come back when I am in Boston!

Good Italian food...but not GREAT by any stretch of the imagination. Very happy there wasn't a line. Not worth queuing up for as there is similar quality food elsewhere. Cash only, BTW.

Small restaurant with an authentic Italian feel!Giacomo's is one of the North End restaurants that conserves the traditional Italian look and feel of the original Italian settlers of the area. While the restaurant is very small, the ambiance is charming. Food is great, their red sauce is quite something. I have mixed feelings about the staff though (hence 1 star down) - an older guy there (possibly the owner/manager?) was quite rude to us, but the waitress was very nice. Wait time is insane, ~90 minutes.

Waited in line outside till they opened and got right in. Small place! I’d have to say I wasn’t very impressed. Wait staff wasn’t super friendly either. 2/3 dinners was highly under salted & nobody ate the appetizer. I understand this place doesn’t need our business but it’s nice to feel that your business is appreciated. I talked this place up to friends visiting from out of town and it was a major embarrassment. I have to mention there was one male employee(maybe Dominican) who filled our water and took our dishes when finished who was super nice and caring! He made our experience that much better! I won’t be returning.

Both my husband and I loved this place. Delicious food and amazing atmosphere. It gets very busy! A que outside at 5pm on a weekday kind of busy. SO SO worth it!

Great dinner with friends at Giacomo’s!Visiting Boston for just a couple days, Giacomo’s was highly recommended by a friend as a must try and it did not disappoint! Be prepared for a long wait since it is a small restaurant but the atmosphere feels like you’re at home with family and the food was great! My orders for the night:Burrata Calamari Lobster RavioliSpinach Fettucine