Rocco's Cucina & Bar

4.5 (132)

$31 to $50

Italian

450 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109

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Rocco's Cucina & Bar

4.5

$31 to $50

Italian

North End

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Lively
Romantic

The North End's hidden gem. Enjoy Authentic Italian food, pizza, burgers and steak tips grilled to perfection in a cozy friendly atmosphere on the waterfront. Watch your favorite teams playing as you have dinner and cocktails . A short walk from TD Garden.

While in town, my husband and I wanted to find a neighborhood pizza parlor where we could enjoy a light dinner near the event. We wandered through the North End & only found high end white table cloth restaurants when we found our first pizza option near the corner of Hanover/Commercial Sts, there was a 1 hr wait to sit. Thank goodness we walked a little further and went to Rocco's. What a great cozy neighborhood place. We were immediately made to feel welcome and were treated to an expertly prepared pizza, fresh bread with olives and olive oil and decent affordable Merlot. Wait staff was quick, attentive and pleasant. We would definitely return & will share this info with others going to events at the garden.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Grill
Hours of Operation
Sat 11:30–22:45 Sun 11:30–21:45 Dinner Mon–Thu 14:15–21:45 Fri 15:00–22:45
Contact
75234055
Website
https://www.roccoscucina.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Full or half trays. Order off the menu or we can personalize to fit your needs.

Location
450 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109
Area
North End
Cross street
Hanover St
Parking Details
None
Public transport
Aquarium or North station
Entertainment
Trivia night every Wednesday 8pm
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

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4.5

(132)

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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132 Reviews

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Jay Gold
Greater Boston122 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always our first stop before a Bruins game. Great pizza, fries and sandwiches!
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MElissa Gold
Denver / Colorado3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 8 August 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant seemed more like a sports bar than an Italian restaurant
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Mike Gold
Fort Lauderdale3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 May 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
True hidden gem! I think best Sausage broccoli rabe in Boston, hands down!!! Was there for Mother’s Day and back on St Patrick’s Day weekend, and the service is impeccable! Food and drinks are always great and they have great specials that change all the time. We come in from the suburbs to eat in Boston a lot and Rocco’s is a fave in the rotation. Love this place.
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William
Philadelphia County3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 4 April 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was terrible. Food was ok. I am usually a great tipper and it has to take alot for me not to leave 20%. On this occasion I should of not tipped at all but I did leave a couple bucks.
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Kim
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 March 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love going to Rocco’s before the Bruins game. Food is excellent! Great portions. Staff is super friendly. Nice vibe before the game! Very reasonably priced, especially for the North End.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
2.0
Dined on 23 March 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
More of a bar than eatery. Below average food but fun place if your looking to have a few drinks with friends.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience here and the food is delicious every time!
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BrendanM
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, all of the food tasted so fresh and came out very fast. We had a res at 6pm and were seated right away at 5:51. Big portions of bruschetta and pasta. Lots of TVs to watch any game going on. Out of the way of most of the North End chaos. I would absolutely go back even just on my own.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was AWESOME!!! If I am back in Boston I will definitely go back. Highly recommended it
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DisappointedDC
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The fig pizza might sound “kinda out there”, but it’s delicious. Give it a try!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Grill
Hours of Operation
Sat 11:30–22:45 Sun 11:30–21:45 Dinner Mon–Thu 14:15–21:45 Fri 15:00–22:45
Contact
75234055
Website
https://www.roccoscucina.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Full or half trays. Order off the menu or we can personalize to fit your needs.

Location
450 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109
Area
North End
Cross street
Hanover St
Parking Details
None
Public transport
Aquarium or North station
Entertainment
Trivia night every Wednesday 8pm
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

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FAQs

Rocco's is praised for generous portions, a reviewer who visits before Bruins games specifically highlights the hearty servings.

Rocco's is a popular pre-game spot, guests say they love going there before Bruins games, and it's just a short walk from TD Garden.

Rocco's Cucina & Bar feels like a cozy, friendly waterfront neighborhood spot where you can watch games, guests call it a hidden gem with great specials and attentive service.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear.

Rocco's Cucina & Bar is a great pre-game pick, guests love stopping in before Bruins games, and it’s just a short walk from TD Garden.

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Rocco's Cucina & Bar

4.5

$31 to $50

Italian

North End

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Rocco's Cucina & Bar

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