Pastoral ARTisan Pizza + Kitchen + Bar

Was actually heading to the BBQ place next door when we passed by the open door to the kitchen and smelt the savory smells in the air, looked inside and saw the cooks making everything fresh, saw where we could sit outside and made an immediate detour to stay. Was a great decision food was very good. Got the garlic knot that was different for sure and very tasty, wife and I both had pizzas they came out fast! Was a good decision to stay. Waiter was very informative about menu and helping us decide on dinner this is worth the walk or drive! Especially if your at the convention center

I hosted a private event at Pastoral on a Sunday evening in October (approx. 75 people) and everyone who attended was blown away by the experience! The food was beyond delicious and hearty. The best description I can provide is "elevated authentic Italian gems." Arancini, charcuterie choices, figs wrapped in bacon and a homemade pasta bolognese that had everyone getting seconds! The atmosphere was welcoming and the staff provided top notch attention and service. It's a wonderful space and many who had been there for the first time cannot wait to return. Me included! Forget the North End with its crowded dining rooms. Go to Pastoral.

Nice place, nice ambiance, nice staffs, and best pizza. Their special pizza made me rethink about grapes. Grapes in pizza with raw meat actally tasted surreal. Other pizzas and garlic knot was good too. The outdoor seating had a nice vibe. Server was nice but he almost forgot our beer. Everything else was awesome.

Service from the bar was friendly, their pepperoni pizza was great, and the cookie dessert was rich and sweet. The locals were up for conversations.

Enjoyed our second visit to Pastoral and it was as expected - Excellent!! The food, vibe, service, location and ambiance makes this one of my favorite casual restaurants in Boston.

Sebastian was our attentive server and was excellent. We had a couple pizzas, pasta and I even tried the grilled squid. Yes - I'll get it again, if you're wondering!!

Be sure to make a reservation for Saturday night. We arrived at 5:10pm and the restaurant was 1/2 full. By 6pm it was packed with enthusiastic customers enjoying their dinner and wine.