Frederick Wright

Review of SRV Boston

Knew this place was going to be good, probably eve...

Knew this place was going to be good, probably even excellent, since their owned by the same folks that own the legendary Salty Pig, also in the South End. But I didn't think it would be quite this good! Perfect execution of the northern Italian tradition of 'ciccheti', small inexpensive plates of wildly creative dishes like salt cod on squid ink crostini, or the addictive crab and asparagus with rhubarb. Each plate ranges from $2 to $4 but you order quite a lot of them. Just like other reviewers have said, the space is very beautiful inside, with nicely controlled acoustics permitting easy conversation even on a busy Thursday night. Be sure and try one of the special risottos but be aware they take at least 25 minutes since they're made fresh.