La Morra

La Morra on Boylston Street builds dinner around Italian pasta and wood-grilled dishes. House-made tagliatelle with Bolognese is one way in; spaghetti with lemon and Parmigiano offers a simpler preparation. The menu also lists corn ravioli and clam risotto, with seasonal ingredients changing the choices over time.

From the grill, options include a Cornish hen cooked under a brick and hanger steak with salsa verde. Pasta is listed in two sizes, which gives you room to have a smaller first course before a main. Dessert might mean tiramisu or bomboloni with sweetened mascarpone. La Morra takes reservations and offers takeout and delivery from its daily menu. Plan it as an evening meal, and check the current schedule before choosing a night, since the restaurant closes on Mondays and Tuesdays.