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Second time's a charm - Crispy calamari ($7.95), which approach the crispest, come in a petite paper bag with a dipping sauce of real Italian marinara. Arancini ($10.95) likewise have the crispest crust yet on these rice balls (two, the size of tennis balls). These are heavily flavored with saffron; they are also somewhat flavored with lobster and peas at the center, but taste mostly of creamy carnaroli, my favorite of the imported short-grain rices for risotto.
The Boston Phoenix - By Robert Nadeau - 04/29/05
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Italian Habit - Despite all the talk of American comfort food, it's not really mac and cheese most of us yearn for when spirits are as gray as piles of leftover snow. Italian is what we crave, and after a few years of flirting with French cuisine, the pendulum seems to be swinging back.
The Boston Globe - By Alison Arnett - 02/17/2005
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If Newbury Street is all about the show, though, Piattini holds a special niche. One Saturday evening, we settle in at a table next to a family group. The teen boy next to me starts explaining the appetizers, and his father chimes in with his favorites. Two of the members of the foursome next to us are explaining to a young woman why they always return here... Owner Oliviero says Piattini is a neighborhood restaurant.
The Boston Globe - Alison Arnett - 7/8/2004
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The scenesters have spoken: Square meals are for squares. These days, their dining habits are making staid old Boston look like Barcelona: rather than sitting down to a soporific meat-and-potatoes, the beautiful people are lounge-hopping, grazing tapas-style as they go. "Hip Urban Hangouts: 8 places to eat small + think big" Ruth Tobias
The Boston Globe - 1/15/2004
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The kind of place that could easily become a regular after-work destination.
Zagat - 2003/2004
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Our 10-star selection for you is an Italian Restaurant called Piattini located on Newbury Street. It is perfect on so many levels.
Restaurant Review: Piattini - BarStool Sports - 09/2003
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With prices that would be reasonable anywhere, Piattini Wine Cafe is a real find. La dolce vita on Newbury.
The Boston Globe - Peter Zheutlin - 5/22/2003
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The tiny Piattini Wine Cafe is full of charming atmosphere, European flair, and decent Italian food. The wines are fun to explore, along with lots of small plates that allow for sharing, tasting, mixing, and matching.
The Phantom Gourmet, 03/15/2003
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Located at No. 226, Piattini Wine Cafe is a little gem of a restaurant serving traditionally inspired Italian small plates paired, should you wish, with wines.
The Patriot Ledger Newbury Street - Linda Dixon - 8/10/2002
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Where to Eat
Spring/Summer 2002
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The Word: Italian Wine and Dine.
The Improper Bostonian - Julie Short - 9/26/2001
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Piattini, with its welcoming attitude and excellent menu, is a charming addition to our neighborhood, well worth a visit as you stroll by this fall.
Newbury St. and Back Bay Guide - Martha Ballard - 9/21/2001
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This restaurant is truly Italian - a place where love, hospitality, good food and drink are all present at the table.
Piattini - The Weekly Dig - Sara Coax
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What People are Saying
Vicki Smith, Sisley Cosmetics
I found the servers extremely accommodating and willing to help in any manner possible. The food was excellent I truly enjoyed your restaurant and will do so again in the future.
Amy Benns, Miller Consulting
Thank you so much for arranging such a fabulous menu for our party. The evening was a complete success. Your staff was so gracious, the hors d'oeuvres were delicious, and the piattinis were unbelievable. I don't think I have ever enjoyed a meal more.