If you're looking for a great Italian dinner in Boston, there's no better neighborhood to explore than the North End. Thanks to its large Italian American population and collection of amazing Italian restaurants, the area is clearly deserving of its Little Italy title. Now, Tony & Elaine's hopes to become a new North End favorite by focusing on the classics.

After opening a trio of successful ventures with Ward 8, North Square Oyster and Bodega Canal, Nick Frattaroli is expanding his culinary reach with the launch of Tony & Elaine's. Set to officially open on Feb. 4, the latest North End hotspot aims to be a "throwback" to the neighborhood's roots, according to Frattaroli.