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Grotto

37 Bowdoin Street
Boston, MA 02114
617-227-3434

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Occupying an inconspicuous, subterranean spot on the back side of Beacon Hill, Grotto has earned itself high praise with imaginative, contemporary Italian cuisine. The dining room’s exposed brick walls covered with artwork from local creative-types, give Grotto an intimate and cozy feel that’s hard to find anywhere nearby.

Within a stone’s throw of the State House, Government Center, and the Boston Municipal Courthouse, Grotto has played host to politicians, dignitaries and celebrities – garnering rave reviews from them all.

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beef tenderloin

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Grilled prosciutto-wrapped beef tenderloin with reggiano risotto, grilled asparagus and red wine sauce
 
 
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Chanterelle
1. noun A wild and nutty mushroom with a trumpet-shaped head.
Chorizo
1. noun Crumbly, spiced pork sausage.
Gratin
1. noun Any dish covered with cheese or buttered breadcrumbs and baked or broiled.
Pancetta
1. noun Cured Italian bacon.
Ragu
1. noun Tomato and meat sauce from Bologna.
Risotto
1. noun Italian dish made from rice cooked by intermittently adding small amounts of stock or broth. Other ingredients are added as required.