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Al Dente Ristorante

This Italian gem has an amazing selection. Choose from about a dozen homemade pasta and sauce types. The tangy vodka sauce is truly excellent. Sop up any remaining sauce with fresh bread, and wash everything down with a cold Peroni beer.

Address: 109 Salem St
Getting there: T: Haymarket
Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 11:30AM-11PM
Price: Starters $9-12, mains $15-20
Website: aldenteboston.com (opens in a new tab)

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