Artichokes in Wakefield

Artichokes in Wakefield
3.5 / 5
48 reviews

317 Main St, Ste 1, Wakefield, MA 01880-5053, Wakefield

Overview

Cuisine
  • Italian
Features
  • Seating
  • Waitstaff
  • Full Bar
  • Television
  • Serves Alcohol
Good for
  • Bar scene

Restaurant Hours

Monday

4:30 pm

Wednesday

4:30 pm

Friday

4:30 pm

Sunday

4:30 pm

Can u buy a gift card on line

YES

Who is the owner?

Pricey. Not accomadating.

Where is parking?

On street.

Do they take reservations for dining room?

Unfortunately not.

The menu is good for price?

Prices reasonable. pasta all fresh best food ever. Well worth it

Review

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Anthony DeVito
google
03.28.2024
3/5

The food, atmosphere, portion size along with the clientele were perfect,! Joe the Bartender was a horse of another color.. Just did not fit in this environment. He was so rude to all the guests loud and obnoxious making the guests not welcomed to even order a drink .. When he took his many cigarette breaks the entire mood was relaxed at the bar as it should be as his replacement were so helpful,. and friendly. Our vote is to get rid of him. He doesn't belong in a place like this..

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Robert Fopiano
google
07.12.2018
2/5

While the service and servers were excellent, the food was not. I was quite surprised as I heard good reviews about it. Veal parm with ziti, the sauce was watery from insufficient drainage of the pasta. Veal was on the tougher side and the breading was thick and soggy, for lack of a better description. Sat at a high table in the bar, that was a mistake, not enough room for them to be called a table for two. Very disappointed.

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Anthony Foti
google
06.20.2018
5/5

Chicken Ziti and Broccoli is delicious

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Margaret Maccabe
google
06.11.2018
5/5

Very romantic. Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Pricey. Very nice staff. Loved it!

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Josh Rice
google
05.26.2018
5/5

The food was 4 star , had eggplant parm , fried artichokes In lemoncello sauce. It's the setting and the people that push it up to and easy 5 star rating. The bartender Joe (I think) made me feel right at home !

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See exDiane Kaufman
google
04.02.2018
5/5

Excellent food try it great love it friendly staff polite

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Ercole Buzzanga
google
03.22.2018
1/5

Don't waste your money or time me and my wife both could not eat a bite of our meal it was Terrible Gives Italian food a bad name the cheff should find another profession!!!!!!!!

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Saketh Sanganabatla
google
03.16.2018
4/5

A very authentic Italian restaurant in the Wakefield area. Pros: The food was authentic, fresh and yummy. Very friendly people staff - willing to explain details and customize food that suites you.Cons: Depending on what you order, food can be expensive here. Limited vegetarian options.

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John Cummings
google
01.22.2018
5/5

Great fresh made pasta,dinner specials quality fresh ingredients great drinks

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Steve Richards
google
01.21.2018
5/5

The chicken parm was the dopest

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Lisa Jaynes-Wolfson
google
01.18.2018
5/5

Threw my sister a surprise party here. The staff was amazing, and the food was excellent! I don't live in the area, but I'd make a special trip to eat here again.

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Maddie Turtwig
google
11.26.2017
4/5

I felt not Italian enough to eat here. Food was incredible though!!

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David Carr
google
11.18.2017
5/5

Great spot. Excellent food, large portions and reasonable prices. Friendly service too.

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Abbie Coltart
google
11.11.2017
5/5

We have been to Artichokes about six times and have always been impressed with the food and atmosphere. Anything we have ordered has been done to perfection. If I lived a bit closer it would be one of my favorite stops.

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Steve M
google
10.07.2017
5/5

Always a pleasure to eat at Artichokes.

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Buddy
google
09.04.2017
5/5

Food was fantastic. The bartender- waitress and the owner were great. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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Amity Berriault
google
09.01.2017
5/5

Absolutely love this restaurant. Service is always wonderful. Perfect for a date night.

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todd smith
google
08.27.2017
4/5

Great food. Most of staff nice. Should promote music downstairs.

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Stacey Fraser
google
08.15.2017
5/5

Amazing Italian food.

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Wendy Lombardo
google
08.14.2017
5/5

They best Italian restaurant ever! Never disappointed. The food is outstanding! Staff and owner best people! You have to try it!! You will love it!

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John Russo
google
07.07.2017
5/5

We have loved Artichokes since they were in Malden, and followed them to Wakefield to their larger location. The warm salad and lobster raviolis are a consistent favorite and must try!

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John R
google
06.24.2017
4/5

Good food, good portions good service. Been going here for years .Always a pleasure.

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Felipe Manzatto
google
06.22.2017
5/5

Awesome Italian food, old-fashion place, friendly and family place

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David Mangan
google
05.12.2017
5/5

Awesome staff and food

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Bob B
google
05.11.2017
5/5

Lobster ravioli was amazing and a very generous portion. Wifey got the seafood fra diavlo. Tried that too, delicious. It was topped off with fast friendly service.

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Cathy Frederick
google
04.18.2017
1/5

$26.00 for a Cesar Salad w a piece of thawed out Salmon, unacceptable.

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Jack Wasserboehr
google
03.21.2017
5/5

Awesome place!

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Cono Frizzi
google
02.08.2017
1/5

Well I had a 6 person party that I planned for two weeks. A birthday combination anniversary party and spoke to hostess by the name of Gail. To reserve a cubby area for privacy. When we arrived the table was taken and Gail claimed to not know of our reservation So in anger we left and walked across the street to another restaurant by the name of Sabatinos. And had a great time with respectful staff and great food. So to Gail we gave Sabatinos our $400 dollar bill. And will never return to artichokes. Again. So rude. So unprofessional. If I could give minus stars I would.

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Tommy D
google
02.07.2017
4/5

Good food and atmosphere

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Chris Capozzoli
google
01.16.2017
5/5

The Best food. The owner works hard to make sure everyone is taken care of. Everything is always fresh and the drinks and wine selection are great. You will love it!!

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Cindy Blampye
google
01.15.2017
4/5

Cater to food allergies had great wine menu

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Vin LeBlanc
google
11.21.2016
4/5

I liked the atmosphere here. We dined with another couple and the waitress was very good about giving us all the time we needed without going and getting lost lol. 2 of us ordered off if the specials list, I had the stuffed veal chop over fresh home made facili pasta which was delicious. The other special was haddock and shrimp over fresh homemade angel hair pasta which, according to my friend was excellent. My wife had eggplant with also with the homemade. angel hair pasta and she loved it. My other friend had a fra diavolo dish which he put away completely. It was a bit over spiced for his taste but he enjoyed it never-the-less. I also had an Old Fashioned with Knob Creek Bourbon and it was very well made. I would not hesitate to go back here.

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SueEllen Peterson
google
11.13.2016
5/5

Food was delish, services was great, friendly staff, great atmosphere, would highly recommend it!

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Michael Spierto
google
09.10.2016
4/5

Friendly and helpful staff. Great food. Get more than you pay for. Fresh authentic food.

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Jenna Keller
google
09.08.2016
5/5

Every visit has been great! The food is amazing and the atmosphere is cozy. I loved the creamy gnocchi dish, ravioli in cream sauce and chicken broccoli ziti. They always have nice specials too!

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Kevin Garofano
google
09.08.2016
5/5

Great food and service

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Fred Moreau
google
08.22.2016
3/5

Ok food but no substitutions allowed? Can't get a salad instead of pasta even if you are sensitive to gluten.

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Kayla Hartnett
google
08.07.2016
5/5

The artichokes were exquisite. What a lovely place to dine. What a fine choice of dishes. I loved the casual atmosphere and the service was grand. My servers name was Linus I highly recommend him.

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Kellie MULLOY
google
08.01.2016
5/5

I love this restaurantThey decorate for every holidayLove Halloween and ChristmasThe foodDesert and drinks are greatThe downstairs lounge is great for date night and drinksGreat for functions too

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Philip Corriveau
google
07.19.2016
5/5

Great food. Great service

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Frédéric Arnoux
google
06.26.2016
5/5

Great bar downstairs with live music and free cheese and crackers. The black Manhattan is to die for. Highly recommended

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Mae Tetler
google
04.12.2016
5/5

Always delicious food served by savvy classy waitstaff. Love the ambiance!!

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Walter Hope
google
04.07.2016
3/5

Older restaurant could use updating decor, large servings of "meh" food. Crazy haired hostess, poor signage out front....

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Kathryn Dugan
google
03.07.2016
1/5

WOULD NOT RECOMMEND / DISAPPOINTMENT IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. Was told one week prior to dinner that party of 12 was ok (at 5:30pm on a Saturday night) and was told day of dinner that they could not accommodate us. Very rude to us and could not give any explanation why.

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M M
google
02.01.2016
5/5

Excellent! I dig the vibe... Some classics from Etta James, Sinatra, etc. Downstairs had live music and patrons were having a blast. The decor was traditional. Service was wonderful. Very attentive, yet not overbearing. We showed up 20 minutes before closing timeFood was very good. I got the pork chop... Very big portion. 2 pieces. Very tasty, the potatoes soaked up the juices. Friends for pasta of all kinds. Also very decent portions.

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Darlene Smith
google
01.22.2016
4/5

Great food. Most staff friendly. Need to promote music down stairs. Lots of people that eat upstairs don't know there's entertainment downstairs.

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Charles Gardella
google
01.19.2016
2/5

Way overpriced for average and often cold or undercooked food! Go to sabitinos instead!

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Sam Williamson
google
01.12.2016
5/5

Crowded chill place,perfect place to hang out at.They serve really good food and the prices are alright.Highly recommended!

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