The story of escape
Scampo has been a culinary landmark in Beacon Hill since 2008. The name means “escape” in Italian—and that’s exactly what we offer.
Lydia Shire
One of America’s most celebrated chefs, Lydia Shire has defined Boston fine dining for decades. A James Beard Award winner, she has always cooked with bold flavors, fearless creativity, and an uncompromising commitment to the finest ingredients.
At Scampo, her Italian-inspired vision reaches its full expression—drawing from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and the farmer’s market right outside.
Every dish begins in ink
Before a dish ever reaches the fire, Lydia draws it—the plate, the layers, where each element lands. These pages come straight from her notebook, arrows and all.
A decade of distinction
Doors Open
Scampo opens inside the newly reimagined Liberty Hotel—a historic Charles Street Jail transformed into one of Boston’s most celebrated boutique hotels.
Critical Acclaim
Named one of Boston’s essential restaurants by Boston Magazine. The wood-fired oven and handmade pasta programs draw national attention.
Private Dining Opens
The private dining room—set within the original stone walls of the jail—becomes Boston’s most sought-after intimate event space.
Still Escaping
Scampo continues to evolve—new seasonal menus, evolving cocktail programs, and a dining room that remains one of Boston’s most beautiful rooms.
