Forcella

Having spent 5 hours on an airplane flying in from the West Coast, we were excited about hitting the North End for great Italian.We decided on Forcella as the reviews were positive and my partner being from Naples, found the restaurant name intriguing. We made reservations for 8:30pm on a Wednesday night.We realized our 8:30 reservation was made too late we were hungry! We thought instead to show up an hour early planning to get a cocktail and perhaps an appetizer at the bar while waiting for our reservation.We check in at the door where the young hostess seemed flustered. Not exactly sure what the sense of anxiety was about.We told her we'd wait in the bar knowing we were an hour early.Turns out they don't have a liquor license- only beer and wine. They pretend to sell cocktails with "fake" vodka made from grapes instead of ingredients legitimate vodka is made from. About 1/2 hour into waiting, I went to the host stand where Shannon, the owner was standing. I asked, if it is possible when our table is ready could please be seated at the window? It was as though I asked Shannon if I could burn the place down with everyone in it.Shannon was SO INCREDIBLY RUDE, SURLY, HATEFUL AND ALL AROUND MEAN. Shannon said: YOU ARE EARLY FOR YOUR RESERVATION!!!!!!!!!!!Taken aback by her aggressively angry and irritated response, I calmly said; I'm not trying to upset you, I'm only asking if when our table is ready- could you please give us a table near the window. Then, I walked away thinking I was having a bad dream.Hey Shannon- it's not uncommon for customers to request a specific table. I observed not one person walked through the door for 32 minutes after her little melt down. There were SIX EMPTY TABLES 2 of which were near the window.WHAT WAS ALL YOUR DRAMA ABOUT?Oh wait! Perhaps it's because the food is SO BAD we had to send 3 out of the 4 things back.Meatballs were disgraceful. Consistency of mush.Caesar Salad had oranges in it?Pasta was overcooked sitting in a bath of pasta water.Whatever happened with the main course was not noted as I gave up eating. The entire evening was A COMPLETE DISASATER.Thank GOD our waiter Marin was fantastic- A true professional with grace.Thank you for your excellent service.He was a veteran and knew things were not going well. The chef/owner stopped by our table and asked about the returned food.He told us he had had too much to drink and wandered away talking to himself. With all the options in the North End go elsewhere.

Went here for a work dinner and was very impressed. Had the burrata and bolognese and both were amazing. There were a few other items I was eyeing up, but honestly I would probably just order this again as I thought it was so good. Service was great, but we were the first ones there so not sure when it's busy. Nice little place on the inside and fits right into the North End, but not the touristy spots. Would go back.

Just went for drinks and sat at the bar. Nice little place to sit and grab apps/drinks. Mostly a bar but there is a couch to sit- and not crazy busy so nice to be able to get a seat at a late hour. Enjoyed burrata and some April. Overall good

We were trying to find a place for an early dinner on Sunday and could not find seating in the most popular Italian restaurants in the North End but we found this place which was happy to seat us. The weekly street parade honoring the saint of the week stops right outside as you can see from the video we took. I don't ordinarily eat carbonara pasta but I had a good appetite this day and ate it all. This was our only meal in North End so we have no other comparison but based on my limited experience, I would try them again. There are very limited seafood menu options. Our server was kind and attentive and on this day that made all the difference.

Wow! What an incredible dining experience. I was lucky enough to enjoy a 3 course feast for Boston Restaurant Week at Forcella. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable, and the ambience was cozy and welcoming. I would recommend the pork chop to any diner who visits Forcellas. It was perfectly cooked and layed on top of a warm bed of polenta and topped with delicious greens. Nice work Forcella, hats off to the chef.

I was very excited to have an authentic Italian pasta dinner in the North End and made a reservation at Forcella - which turned out to be one of the best meals I've had in months!The ambience is very cozy, elegant, and romantic. I got the Cacio e Pepe pasta (fettuccini with pepper, $21), which was so filling and delicious. The texture of the pasta was perfect. My friend got the eggplant rigatoni which was also amazing. We also tried the meatballs as an appetizer (beef and veal) which were very tender and came with a yummy tomato sauce.One of the highlights of the meal was the quality of the service - our server did a top-notch job, always refilling the water, frequently checking to see if we needed anything, and just overall being extremely hospitable and attentive. I would definitely come here again for a nice dinner with family and friends.

This is a great hidden patio for the north end. Not one of those ones in a damp ally, it's large and secluded from foot traffic. Service was fast and friendly. Baby octopus, sautéed mussels and risotto all'Aragosta were all delicious. The pistachio martini was good but a little sweet for me. Dirty martini was decent. I'd definitely come back for a table outside.

Sure, there are numerous Italian restaurants in the North End .... Do not miss this one.A hidden gem ! Small and cozy with incredibly tasty dishes. Everyone in our party thoroughly enjoyed their entrees. The Rigatoni alla Barese was fantastic. Hopefully Sara will be your server. She is exceptional ! Thanks to the entire staff for a wonderful meal.

I only stayed long enough for drinks and appetizers. The clams were so good! Wish I had more bread to dip the sauce in.Waiters were friendly and fast.Nice atmosphere. Small and cozy.Would definitely come again!

There are better restaurants in the north end. Service was slow for a Saturday night. The waitress never asked us if we wanted more drinks! Of course we did! Thank goodness the water guy, kept coming around! Food was just ok! Ugh