As the self-appointed Italian food reviewer of the North Shore, Rossetti’s at 142 Brimbal Ave, Beverly, MA, is a must-visit! 🌟🇮🇹

Cocktails: Started with a bang! 🍹 The “Perfect Pear” is a must-try for sweet drink lovers, featuring pear vodka, pear liqueur, reduced pear nectar, and lemon. My mom loved the “Monkey Business,” a unique blend of banana-infused rum, amaro, fig cordial, and a special house blend of bitters. 🍌🥂

🥘 Appetizers kicked off with the Port Wine Braised Veal Arancini, served over Madeira demi with aged Parmigiano Reggiano—a sensational dish that elevates arancini to new heights with its rich flavors, scoring a perfect 10/10. 🧀🌟 The octopus dish with tomato and herb broth, chorizo, and clams was delicious, though the potatoes could have used a bit more cooking, earning an 8/10. 🐙🍲

Entrees: The Ricotta Gnocchi with its creamy buffalo mozzarella and luscious sauce was a crowd-pleaser at 9/10. 🍝 The signature Pasta Alla Genovese had perfectly cooked meat, though the pasta was a touch too al dente for me, also a 9/10. 🐄

Main Dishes: The 14oz Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop was juicy and flavorful, enhanced by the tangy vinegar peppers, scoring another 9/10. 🐖 The Branzino Puttanesca was superbly seasoned, well worth its price, and a generous portion for $46, making it a worthwhile splurge. 🐟 🐟 The Branzino “Puttanesca” was packed with flavor from stewed tomatoes, olives, and chili flakes, beautifully complemented by honey roasted broccolini, well worth the over $40 price at a stellar 9/10. 🐟🌶️

Dessert: Ended on a high note with Warm Ricotta “Zeppole” (Italian donuts) that were soft, doughy, and simply divine, especially with the unique hint of orange—9/10. 🍩 The Fruity Pebbles Milk Punch cocktail was dangerously good, tasting just like fruity water! 🥛🎉

🍹 The most unique dessert drink, the Fruity Pebbles Milk Punch, was dangerously delicious, tasting just like the cereal-infused water!

📊 Overall, if you’re an Italian food enthusiast on the North Shore, Rossetti’s is worth exploring for its creative cocktails, exceptional arancini, and rich pasta dishes.

🎯 Ratings: Food: 9/10, Ambiance: 8/10, Affordability: 6/10