Giacomo’s Melrose is a bustling, down-to-earth Italian restaurant at 454 Main St in Melrose, Massachusetts. Known for generous portions of classic Italian-American offerings, it provides a welcoming setting for a satisfying dinner, whether you are enjoying a meal on your own or sharing the experience with others.
With a casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy atmosphere, the restaurant offers a comfortable backdrop for everything from relaxed evenings to special dinners.
Guests can choose from dine-in, takeaway, and delivery, with table service available for those dining at the restaurant. Dinner reservations are recommended, and reservations are accepted, although there is usually a wait. Fast service helps keep the experience moving smoothly, while the on-site bar adds another option for enjoying the evening.
The beverage selection includes alcohol, beer, cocktails, spirits, coffee, and wine, complemented by a great wine list and great cocktails. For a satisfying finish, guests can enjoy great desserts, making dessert one of the restaurant’s known strengths.
Giacomo’s Melrose also offers comfort food and vegetarian options, providing choices for different preferences. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Customers rate the restaurant 4.40 out of 5 based on 743 reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among diners. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted.
To plan your visit, call +1 781-620-1191 or find Giacomo’s Melrose at 454 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, United States.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Giacomo's Melrose
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, calamari.
Succulent shrimp and scallops, a seafood delight.
Shrimp, tender, mild shellfish.
Fresh mussels and calamari, a seafood combination.
Fresh lobster, mussels, and clams combined in a seafood delight.
Clams, naturally briny.
Fresh seafood choice of mussels or calamari.
Freshly harvested mussels and clams.
Sun dried tomatoes, escarole, white wine gorgonzola sauce.
Olives, capers, anchovies, plum tomato.
Chicken, mushrooms, spinach, mascarpone, plum tomato.
Pesto cream sauce.
Plum tomato - ricotta sauce.
Garlic cream sauce.
Baby arugula, roasted red peppers, white wine cream sauce.
Asparagus, prosciutto-squash puree, mascarpone cream sauce.
Broccoli rabi, plum tomato-smoked mozzarella sauce.
Pancetta, onion, eggplant, fontina cheese, plum tomato.
Diced tomato, garlic cream sauce.
Classic beef and pork ragu.
Puttanesca sauce.
Garlic cream sauce.
Fresh sage-mascarpone cream sauce.
Served over pasta.
Eggplant, onions, mozzarella, plum tomato.
Grilled vegetable, potato cake, puttanesca sauce.
Lemon, capers, artichoke hearts, white wine sauce served over pasta.
Mushrooms, prosciutto, sweet marsala wine reduction served over pasta.
Grilled vegetables, potato cake, sesame-roasted red pepper vinaigrette.
Grilled vegetables, potato cake, Mediterranean BBQ.
Lemon, capers, artichoke hearts, white wine sauce served over pasta.
Served over pasta.
Sesame crusted tuna, grilled vegetables, potato cake, soy aioli.
Stuffed with prosciutto and fontina, served over sautéed spinach and crispy potatoes, Madeira wine sauce with hazelnuts.
Mushrooms, prosciutto, sweet marsala wine reduction served over pasta.
Served over pasta.
12oz sirloin, broccoli rabi, potato cake red wine blue cheese demi-glace.
Tender penne pasta in a rich and creamy sauce.
Marinara sauce.
penne with Marinara sauce and a meatball
Ketchup.
Tomato, fresh mozzarella, EVOO, balsamic drizzle.
Mesclun salad greens, balsamic vinaigrette.
beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts, walnut vinaigrette
Imported Italian meats, cheeses, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, crispy pancetta, tomato, chopped romaine, balsamic vinaigrette.
Traditional, garlic croutons.
Breaded fried mozzarella.
Cured Italian meats, cheeses, rotating assortment of accompaniments.
choice of sauce: Pesto, fra diavolo, red, giacomo, scampi.
Sautéed in a spicy, garlic, oil, white wine.
Marinara sauce.
Over baby arugula and grape tomatoes, honey basil vinaigrette.
Over tomato, basil sauce.
Sautéed in garlic, oil, white wine.
Freshly baked bread infused with garlic.
Roasted corn tartare sauce.
Crispy wontons topped with ginger soy marinated raw tuna, seaweed salad, bean sprouts, jalapeño, spicy mayo aioli.
Fried eggplant rolled in ricotta and spinach over marinara.
Garlic toast topped with tomato, red onion, crumbled goat cheese, balsamic drizzle.
Breaded fettuccini alfredo over marinara.
Hear from our valued guests
Good food. Friendly waitstaff. Not trying to rush us out. We came a little late not realizing they close a little early. But they were accommodating and friendly.
Staff were amazing food was even better! The hostess especially was kind and welcoming from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. Definitely will be coming back!
Waitress was what I like to call normal, down to earth and very friendly. Food was amazing, we got the large calamari for the appetizer which was definitely a large portion and delicious, cooked perfectly. For entree's we had the chicken marsala (delicious) and the special which was a fussili with lobster and shrimp which my wife raved about. Kids had the chicken cutlets and ravioli from the kids menu which they ate (very picky). Friendly place where you can take kids and casual dress. Decor is nice and perfectly lit for dinner. There was plenty of space at the table in regards to the placement of others tables so seating was comfortable. Would highly recommend you try this place. We are definitely going back.
Everything was so fresh and absolutely delicious. Exactly what I was craving! The Giacomo sauce is flavorful and velvety. Highly recommend the frutti de mare with the giacomo sauce. Really enjoyed the key lime daiquiri!
This is the third time I have been here and this is my favorite restaurant!! I have been in the restaurant industry for 35 years and I must say this is the best! Tanya is a great waitress, and she makes you feel like home and part of the family. The calamari is the best in the country...melts in your mouth. Prices are great and you always have a huge bag of leftovers.. if I could give more than five stars I would!
Giacomo’s ristorante has the best Italian cuisine in Boston! The table at north-end is always difficult to get so I decided to go to Melrose this time. No matter what you order, all dishes are flawless as always.
Good food, good service and the atmosphere was lively. The only criticism is that the portions on some of the items were small. Still, you're getting north end quality for half the price. The wine list is on the smaller side but a steal! Eg A bottle of Belle Glos Pinot is $48(TW sells for $50), a Jordan Cab from Sonoma for $75(TW $60). Definitely a recommendation, 4.5 stars.
The Lobster pasta is great and full of sea flavor. Spaghetti with good texture, you can taste with the Lobster and Mussels. Lobster is fresh and tender, really delicious with pasta. The main door is located at the back side, not by the main road. You will see people hanging on the bar to enjoy the food. The atmosphere is relax and fun.
Pleasant staff, creative and amiable to meet, including the chef Ernesto (awesome fish! & over an unexpectedly great salad!), the waitress Tania and the greeter/bartender at the fun, alleyway/parking‐lot entrance 😀 off of Main St. Made our celebratory day complete✅️
Visiting from out of town and this restaurant was recommended as must, by a local. Did not disappoint. May have been the best bruschetta and Marsala I have ever eaten. Can’t wait to have a word with my Sicilian friends when I get back home. They need to step up their game.
Common questions about Giacomo's Melrose
Giacomo's Melrose is located at 454 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, MA 02176, United States.
You can reach Giacomo's Melrose by calling +1 781-620-1191.
Giacomo's Melrose has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 743 customer reviews.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following service options: Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following popular for: Dinner, Solo dining.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following dining options: Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Romantic, Trendy.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Giacomo's Melrose features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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