Fratelli, meaning brothers in Italian, is the celebration of the passion for food and hospitality shared by renowned Boston restaurateurs Frank DePasquale and Nick Varano. They met in Boston’s North End as friends and their Italian roots brought them together as family. 

Reflecting the personality and culture of the neighborhood, the inviting black, white and red dining room is situated within the casino and features a lively bar where the evening’s festivities start and end. Order the Famous Espresso Martini or a glass of wine from the expansive list of Italian, French and California varietals while engaging in conversation with both old and new friends. For a more casual night, stay planted at the bar and enjoy the full menu of Italian favorites inspired by DePasquale and Varano’s annual adventures eating together along the Amalfi Coast.

For an elevated experience, transition into the dining room, which accommodates both intimate occasions and celebratory gatherings with warmth and sincerity. The menu showcases made-to-order pasta dishes, delicious brick oven pizza and traditional Italian specialties such as lobster fra diavolo, veal Milanese, zucchini flowers, zuppa di pesce, risotto and gnocchi alla Sorrentina.

With a combined 45-plus years of experience operating some of the area's top culinary destinations, the co-owners deliver the same high-quality service and food synonymous with their downtown locations. In addition to Frank and Nick’s, also at Encore Boston Harbor, the Varano Group owns/operates Strega North End, Rina’s and Nico. DePasquale Ventures owns/operates Umbria, Bricco Ristorante, Mare Oyster Bar, AquaPazza, Quattro, Assaggio, Trattoria Il Panino, Bricco Salumeria & Pasta Shop, Dolce Gelateria and Bricco Panetteria.