Sportello

Located in Boston's Seaport area, Sportello is a trendy Italian restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. Owned by Barbara Lynch, this LGBTQ and women-owned establishment prides itself on its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.

Sportello boasts a diverse menu with options for pescatarians and limited vegetarian choices. The antipasti selection includes flavorful dishes like Focaccia, Burrata Gremolata, and Squash Salad. Their signature Panino and Pasta dishes, such as Strozzapreti and Gnocchi with Lobster, are not to be missed.

Customer reviews rave about the exceptional service and the delectable food served at Sportello. Diners have praised the restaurant for its attentive staff, flavorful pasta dishes, and cozy ambiance.

If you are looking for a sophisticated yet casual dining experience in Boston, Sportello is the place to be. Don't miss out on their delicious Italian offerings and be sure to save room for their mouthwatering desserts like Tiramisu. Sportello truly offers a culinary journey that will leave you coming back for more.

Sportello Menu

Location

Address: 348 Congress St Boston, MA 02210
Phone: (617) 737-1234

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN Closed

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Delivery
    No
  • Pescatarian Options
    Yes
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Trendy, Classy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • LGBTQ-owned
    Yes
  • Women-owned
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Groups
    No
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Erika G.

    30 November 2023

    Just re-visited after many years. The service here is truly wonderful. Thank you to the host who was able to snag us a table, even though we would have settled for the bar. We split three dishes of pasta between the two of us and enjoyed the tiramisu for dessert. Luckily, the line for "Drink" downstairs wasn't too long and we snuck in for a nightcap. Lovely dinner, and date night, for two.

  • Author: Crystal Y.

    08 August 2023

    Came back after 5 years with covid in between, and it is exactly how I remembered it! Great food and drinks. Great ambiance and will always recommend to anyone visiting Boston. P.S. the rabbit pasta is still my favorite.

  • Author: Kylie L.

    10 April 2023

    They were pretty booked for all the standard dinner times on a Saturday night so we got a reservation for 9:30p then were able to move it up by 40 mins. We actually arrived before our reservation and were seated immediately. The interior is lit by mildly dim lights. Not quite a bright room and not an ambiant warmth either. It somehow feels a little dark while also being bright enough. Interesting note that the restrooms are single stalls facing the dining area. When someone enters or exits the restroom, anyone within view of it can see inside. Don't usually see that and don't think I prefer it. I don't hate it either, just interesting design choice. 3/5 Polpette (meatballs) - meatballs were on the drier side but the sauce was a great dip for the bread it came with 1/5 Sunchokes - i had never heard of sunchokes before this meal. My friend had them at Sportello before and liked them so we ordered it. He said it wasnt as great this time as it was in the past. It was a little dry for me but never had them before so am unsure if this is just how they're supposed to be. There were hard pieces that couldnt be cut with a knife so i had to poke them out of each piece before eating. Would not order this again. 5/5 Gnocci - great texture!! Best gnocci I've ever had. Had a mix of other ingredients and was quite saucy. Was the favorite of the night. Service was great. We wanted to get a bottle of wine but weren't sure which to choose. Our server was very helpful in selecting a bottle for us. The restaurant closes at 10p however they let us hang out til 11p. I noticed people slowly filtering out then checked the hours and realized they had already closed. Easy to hang out here for awhile. They have different types of seating, one of which is a long table for big groups. Feels kind of homey. Overall very pleasant dining experience. Would order other items if I returned. Note: there's a bar downstairs that would make it an easy transition from dinner to drinks.

  • Author: Jamie L.

    08 April 2023

    Outstanding food experience. It's a very busy place so reservations are recommended. Ordered a pasta dish with an amazing red sauce! I'll be dreaming about that for a very long time! Service was spot on. I'll definitely be back! FYI- Gnocchi isn't pasta! It is made from potatoes.

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