Adriana&#x27;s Cafe

Had a meatball sub, which had absolutely no flavor either the meatball or the sauce. Maybe is the…read morething not to use any seasoning, but it really was a disappointment.

Great meals, great deli. The service is excellent. Perfect ambience . Best value! Very clean dining…read morearea.

Reuben, finger for size comparison

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Paellas at your place by Antonio

5.0(6 reviews)

We attended a birthday for a little one and the parents got catering from this place. Let me tell…read moreyou that the paella WAS DELICIOUS. The aroma while the food is being prepped is mouth watering. I tried the seafood paella and it was better than the one at Barcelona. The ingredients were so fresh. The clams and mussels were cleaned and prepped perfectly. Paella was flavorful and not salty like some places. I also had the empanadas. The crew that came to prep and serve the food was amazing. I will recommend them to my family/friends who host future gatherings.

I attended the wine and paella event at Debevino Winery and the paella with the wine was amazing!…read moreThe meat paella is my fav and made so fresh and so delicious! The rozzi rose slushy was my favorite and so delicious! Everything was so tasteful and the staff is so friendly! I love that there was enough space for everyone to be socially distance!

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Cafe Valenciano Italian Restaurant

4.2(11 reviews)

1.2 mi

We had many fine dining experiences during our NE visit, and choosing Cafe Valenciano for our last…read moreNE dinner was perfecto. My local friends suggested we dine here as our first choice was closed on Sundays. I did previously dine here when it was Cafe Rosetti's, and was told that it's the same chefs and a similar menu. This is a local joint that is located right on Winthrop Beach. Parking is a challenge, and this is a cozy restaurant, so reservations are best. The food is fabulous, portions are large, and you will most likely be taking leftovers home. They are also BYOB, and they will keep your cocktails chilled and uncork your wine for you. I could have ordered many of their apps, but we decided on the eggplant rolletinni and eggplant topped with ricotta and mozzarella. Oh my, both were cooked perfectly tender and topped with their delicious sauce. I opted for the homemade fusilli pasta option with my veal entree. The pasta was cooked al dente, perfect. I could go into much more detail regarding how tender my veal was or how Plus 1's bolognese was one of the best I ever experienced, but to summarize everything on the menu is 5-star old-school Italian.

Best pizza in the area by far!! Food is ready very quickly. Highly recommend for dinnerread more

Interior

Eggplant Rolletinni Appetizer

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Winthrop Marketplace

3.9(26 reviews)

The Winthrop Marketplace is a great little local supermarket buy all…read more. They have fresh fruits and vegetables. A small but well organized meat dept. A full service deli. They even have some prepared foods. The staff is always in good spirits and willing to help you locate an item. The market is always clean and well stocked. i give the Winthrop Marketplace a Solid 4 Stars.

This market is small but mighty. It's very clean and very well organized. It's also insanely…read moreexpensive to the point of being a little comical. The fresh offerings are delicious, the ice cream is worth every excruciating dollar, and it's perfect if you're in a pinch for some necessary items as the nearest supermarket is like a 20 minute drive. People were friendly and helpful. They also act as a drop off for Amazon returns.

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Salumeria Italiana

4.6(242 reviews)

3.4 mi•North End

Friendly staff. We…read moregot 2 sandwiches. Prosciutto sandwich was very good. Simple and tastes like homemade. A little skimpy in the meat to bread ratio. Mozzarella delicious Turkey sub was very good. Tomato pesto was great. Flavorful sandwich. Fresh bread we also bought. Excellent. Small mom and pop deli with great Italian products and staff. Will return

If you're feeling like a classic north end deli feel you won't be disappointed here. Found service…read moreto be extremely fast and pleasant. I found the bread was a little different than normal and a nice mix of firm and soft. Went with the Italiano and it was exactly what I expect from the north end. No seating but nice park nearby.

The Original

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Carmella's Market

4.6(91 reviews)

2.4 mi•East Boston

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If you are in East Boston and want a no-frills, seriously good sandwich, this is the spot…read more I had the Dante's Inferno with roast beef, peppers, and hot sauce, and it was incredible. Packed with flavor and more than filling even in a small size. The setup is simple. You walk in, order, and go. There is limited seating, but that is part of the experience. The woman behind the counter was also really helpful in guiding me to the right choice, and she nailed it. I will absolutely be back next time I am in the city. This place is a must for a great sandwich.

Old school. No frills. Good service, great food! The lady running the front does a great jobread more

Check out area

Dante's Inferno

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Outside the market

Vuolo's

4.8(106 reviews)

0.4 mi

Vuolo's in Winthrop is a cozy little Italian gem that's absolutely worth finding. The standout for…read moreme was the cioppino--loaded with seafood and served over homemade linguini. It was rich, fresh, and packed with flavor. The lobster ravioli was another highlight--hearty, beautifully presented, and just as delicious. We also tried a chicken special (can't remember the name), but it ended up being a great surprise and definitely worth ordering. To finish, we had a warm chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla gelato, which was the perfect ending to the meal. Service was just as impressive as the food--our waiter was attentive, friendly, and really added to the overall experience.

If you're looking for North End vibes minus the chaos and trash issues, then add Vuolo's to your…read morebucket list. For a little restaurant on a quiet street corner in Winthrop, you'd never expect the vibrant atmosphere just beyond the front door. Italian restaurants are a dime a dozen in the Greater Boston Area, but owner Lisa, her family, and her staff have succeeded in making Vuolo's a destination restaurant. You better bring an appetite because their menu demands nothing less. I could fill up on just the crusty bread and roasted garlic oil alone. My top two appetizers are probably the tender meatballs and perfectly crispy mozzarella fritti. If you need some greens, the Caesar salad is perfect for sharing. As for entrees, it's usually a toss-up between the chicken parm and gnocchetti, unless it's October, when I only have eyes for the divine pumpkin ravioli. (That is a reminder to always review their monthly and Monday/Tuesday specials.) While all of their desserts are amazing, the crème brûlée and tiramisu are standouts. For those that imbibe, Vuolo's array of cocktails will truly blow your hair back. Beverage Director Joe is a wizard that knows how to satisfy any palate. Not only do they nail all the classics, but their inventive cocktail creations are not to be missed. Their creamy martinis (espresso, pistachio, and pumpkin in the fall) are the best I've had anywhere. I also really love Ol' Buddy Ol' Pal, their version of an old fashioned. In both taste and presentation, Vuolo's cocktails give any popular cocktail bar in the city a run for its money. The caliber of dining and food options in Winthrop has improved in recent years, and I would say that Vuolo's was the one to kickstart that movement. Needless to say, I feel just a tad spoiled having them so close to home. Nothing beats a satisfying meal in a cozy environment with some of the friendliest customer service around. Whether I'm planning a birthday outing or just want a casual weekday dinner, Vuolo's is always a top contender.

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Bruschetta

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Hot and dirty mezcal martini with blue cheese stuffed olives

Main Street Pasta And Wine

5.0(10 reviews)

3.6 mi•Charlestown

Only nine reviews so far? I guess the secret's not out and I stumbled upon this cute tiny shop in…read moretime! Fresh homemade pasta. Stuffed ravioli wednesdays and saturdays sold by the each; wedesdays are ricotta and saturday changes every week. Ricotta ravioli is usually kinda boing but we got 30 and had them for dinner with just a little butter and oh my were they incredible!!! This is seriously good pasta, get in there before they get a never-ending instagram-fueled line.

Meatballs are to die for. Ok now I've had the pasta and meatballs. Why make your own or go to a…read morerestaurant. These are homemade and incredible. Enjoy!

Buccatini!

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Lumache!

Bricco Salumeria and Pasta Shoppe

4.4(185 reviews)

3.4 mi•North End

Walking into Bricco feels like a memory, one that is unfortunately not my own, but one that I'm…read moreappreciative to be welcomed into. It harkens to a bygone era of Italian grocers with such authenticity, today it conveys an almost suspiciously genuine quality. It's as though I'm on the set of a movie as local shoppers briskly enter the shop & point to which hanging salamis and hand-shaped pastas they want to take home. Due to a condition (living in Tennessee), I'm only able to have the chicken Parmesan sandwich here about once a year. It's a sandwich I reminisce about with my family and work into conversations with friends and strangers alike. The bread is fresh and chewy, the sauce bright and acidic, and the chicken lightly breaded, perfectly fried, and tender. You can taste each ingredient in every bite. Every element is perfectly executed in its own right, yet somehow made even better in harmony. Recently while devouring my third of the massive sandwich, a little chicken cutlet tumbled to the ground. I'm talking: the GROUND. Outside. Pavement. When no one was looking, I slyly dipped down, picked it up, and ate it. I'm not necessarily proud of this action, but I'm also not ashamed. If you didn't believe the 5 Second Rule before Bricco, let the chicken Parmesan sandwich convert you. Taste and see!

Down the mysterious looking alley hides a charming deli and bakery!! As we were on a food tour, we…read moredidn't have time to wait in line to buy sandwiches from the cute deli, but after watching the ladies making pasta through the window, I did manage to make my way down the stairs to the bakery for a look and got talked into buying a sfogliatelle from the lady standing behind me. The bakery is cash only and sells a variety of breads: baguettes, ciabatta, sourdough, & olive bread. In addition to the sfogliatelle, they sell muffins, croissants, and focaccia and muffins. The sfogliatelle was pretty good, the pastry was crispy and flaky and the lemon ricotta filling was very rich and creamy. I would've loved to have a couple loaves of the bread, but there was no way I was going to be able to bring it home as I was already maxed out with my carry ons!

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Cafe Delite

3.7(20 reviews)

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Normally I wouldn't do this but I got a muffin from here today and thank god I didn't eat it…read morebecause it had mold all in it and on it .....

The first time I went, the employee working the cash register/ taking my order was so rude that I…read moreended up just cancelling my food order half way through because he made me feel like an idiot. I ended up just getting iced coffee. The iced coffee is really delicious, so I had been wanting to go back but hoping that it was a different employee. Unfortunately, I finally got to visit again this morning and it was the same guy... still so unfriendly & rude! Not what I needed at 7am... would it hurt him to least pretend he cares about your customers? I would go here all this time if it wasn't for this employee. No matter how good the coffee is, I won't be returning.