"We had a great experience at this cozy Italian spot in the North End, which offers a unique mix of Italian and Portuguese dishes. We ordered a variety of items to share and overall really enjoyed our meal. The Portuguese sausage was a standout — packed with flavor and brought to the table flambéed, which was a fun touch. For mains, we tried the scallops, which were nicely cooked and fresh. The pasta with Bolognese was decent but fell a little flat compared to everything else — it could’ve used a bit more flavor. The gnocchi, on the other hand, was fantastic — light, pillowy, and absolutely delicious. We also had a shrimp dish that was another highlight, fresh and flavorful. For dessert, we couldn’t resist the Portuguese custard tarts, and they were a hit — some at our table even said they were just as good as the ones you find in Portugal. We also shared a bottle of wine, and while the final bill came to around $300 for four people (which felt a bit pricey), the overall experience was definitely worth it. Would recommend it if you’re looking for a place that offers a little twist on traditional Italian dining with some Portuguese flair!"

"Libertine was a solid stop overall. I ordered the lobster ravioli, and the food was simple and straightforward—nothing crazy or over-the-top, but still enjoyable. The price points felt very reasonable for the North End, which is always a plus. We also ordered the charcuterie board, which was alright but not a standout. It did the job, but it wasn’t the highlight of the table. The vibe was a bit underwhelming, though it’s worth noting the place was pretty empty when I went—there was a snowstorm that night, which likely played a big role in the lack of crowd. Overall, Libertine feels like a decent, no-frills option if you’re in the area and want something casual with fair pricing."

"Went in for a Sunday night dinner in the North End. Love the Portuguese and Italian fusion where you can get the best of both worlds. The service was excellent and the food was very good! Will definitely be back and highly recommend."

"Excellent gluten free food. My husband even loved the gluten free chicken parm. Having gluten free bread service was a real treat. The staff is excellent and very friendly. We will be back before we leave Boston this week. Highly recommend."

"Libertine has everything it needs to be a great place, but it needs some work. We walked in just to grab a couple drinks and a bite while we were in the area. We didn’t have a reservation but we were able to grab a seat at the bar. The bar is big and comfortable, some tvs for games and bartenders are very friendly. The beer was good. The espresso martini was not very good. We’ve tried a lot in the area and Boston in general, and this one was bottom of the barrel. It was also a lot darker than most we’ve had, so not sure what made it so bad. The fried calamari was only that: fried calamari. It didn’t taste like it was seasoned and lacked flavor. Very disappointing. We didn’t have a full dinner and try a variety of dishes. I have a lot of hope that this place could be great. It’s a great location, good space, and good service."