Oct 21, 2024 - Food and Drink

Rosemary & Olive brings meatballs back to Mass Ave

A new Italian spot opened in the former home of meatball restaurant Mimi Blue's (RIP), bringing meatballs back to Mass Ave.

Where to go: Rosemary & Olive, which opened a few months ago with full menu of classic dishes.

What to order: Gnocchi with pesto ($22)

The gnocchi was pillowy and tossed with fresh pesto, parmesan and a bit of cream.
It'd be hard not to be delicious with those ingredients — and it is, albeit quite rich.
Next time, I'll get salad to cut through the richness — rather than the baked ricotta, which was good but also on the rich side.

The vibe: Date night — cozy, intimate and upscale but still comfortable.

If you go: 870 Mass Ave.

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