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This is more like a pizza/pasta/sandwich restaurant, but with classy North End atmosphere. The waitress is the sweetest thing, with her fiery magenta hair. Customers think that she's new every time she changes her hairstyle. "No, only my hair is new." she tells them with a smile. Rustic style Antipasto, Mussels, and Calamari are the traditional starters, and you can follow one of these up with Pumpkin Tortellini in a creamy marscapone sauce for $13. They serve a Puttanesca Pizza, as well as the Vongall Pizza (choice of red or white clam sauce) if you're feeling more daring ($10 for a small). For the carnivores, try the Grilled Lamb tips ($13) or Classic sirloin burger ($10).

If the Sistine Chapel had a diner, this would be it. The packed booths with paper tablecloths, an extensive menu of hearty Italian fare, and murals on the walls and ceiling combine to make Lucia a quick pit stop in the heart of the North End. Though more of a rowdy last supper than a romantic evening, the variety of Abbruzzese dishes (from the owner's hometown in Italy) are sure to provide something for everyone. The baked mozzarella and prosciutto appetizer is a house favorite, as is the gnocchi with veal and sun-dried tomatoes. Your waiter can help you pick from the list of formaggi, typically served after the second course, or feel free to head straight to dessert; the Amaretto and hazelnut cake ($6.25) is worth a try. Entrees $10-28, appetizers $4-12. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Nick Varano, the owner of Strega, crafted this North End hotspot on Hanover Street. Opening its doors on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, the two-floor restaurant boasts classic Italian fare--did someone say meatballs?--and the decor is a throwback to the disco era. Think John Travolta in "Saturday Night Fever" without the bellbottoms. Nico's opening featured such luminary guests as Danny Terrio of "Dance Fever" fame and Vincent Pastore, known as "Big Pussy" from "The Sopranos" and a participant on VH1's "Celebrity Fit Club" and Donald Trump's "Celebrity Apprentice."
For more North End restaurants explore our guide to the North End.