Small shop on Broadway in Everett that's gotten some strong influencer push (read: hype) over the…read morelast six months, so curiosity led me there, but with no expectations (I generally take strong influencer push with a grain of salt). There are six tiny tables just large enough to hold a pizza box, and barely any standing room; it's mostly all about the takeout. Street parking isn't easy, but fairly achievable at $1 an hour at meters. There's a Walgreens parking lot right next door, but highly risky. Offsetting the minor logistical hassles is the convenient availability of slices, a rarity at pizza joints of this caliber. -- Pepperoni Pizza: A beautiful visual and a beautiful flavor and texture. I'll start with the crust, which strike me as a cross between Greek and New Haven: same airiness as Greek, but without the grease; thin and crisp like a New Haven, but without the heavy char. I liked that combination. Minimal droopage (I don't use Portnoy's f-word). The tomato was strong-- dark and spicy with good use of black pepper and oregano. The cheese was light in volume but very sharp. The pepperoni was somewhat thick and top-notch quality. On top of all that, fresh grated cheese for more sharpness and extra texture. The autumnal droppings of giant raw basil leaves didn't really add anything, but they didn't take anything away. Overall, great pizza. Elite, even. -- Cheesesteak: Ordered with onions on their excellent homemade sesame seed roll that's become commonplace among cheesesteak joints, but Square Deli was among the first to do it. Crusty on the outside, but with flexibility-- a great vessel. The beef is ribeye and it's shredded, kind of like a shredded beef dish at a Chinese restaurant. The pieces are flat and reasonably tender. The cheese is sharp, but it tastes and feels more like a beef sandwich with cheese, rather than that singular concoction of lusciousness that is Big Al's in Billerica. The onions added a little something but weren't as noticeable as the namesake ingredients. Good quality beef, cheese, and roll, all of it arriving piping hot, make it very satisfying. Overall, excellent, but not the elite I'd hoped. -- Chocolate Chip Cookie: A giant, soft creation with a little something extra in the dough. Maybe coffee? A solid offering. As for the hype: Square Deli came through in flying colors on the pizza, and fell a little short on the cheesesteak, but it was still a very, very good cheesesteak. As for stars, an easy 5.

There has been a lot of buzz about the Square Deli lately. I own income property just down the…read morestreet and I am kicking myself for not having to come in sooner. I tried both the steak and cheese and the pizza. Both are outstanding. The steak and cheese actually is the best that I've had in Massachusetts, possibly ever, possibly better than when I make it at home. It was literally perfect. The pizza was excellent and nine out of 10. I love the crust which was crunchy and had an excellent flavor. Others were less keen on the crust because they thought it was a little bit too crunchy. It definitely was not burned except here and there which is kind of a Boston thing.. the cheese was good, it actually tasted like old school pizza cheese. The tomato sauce was not sweet at all, others thought the tomato sauce was the best part of i the Pizza, for some reason I did not. I don't know what I was looking for other than what was on that pizza because it was excellent. The service was incredible. The woman taking the orders was friendly and smiley and very much in line with the usual personalities you find in Everett or anywhere in the swamp area north of Boston before you hit the green grass of Stoneham. I thought that was remarkable because the place was jammed. I don't know how she kept a line from forming. It is definitely in old school Greater, Boston, mom and pop store. The entire front which was servicing about 20 people was about 8 x 10'. Pizza boxes were piled up on the counter handwritten scroll was all over the place explaining what was being offered. It was definitely comfortable. I will be a regular going forward, even though there is excellent Italian Brazilian in all sorts of other great options very close by. I highly recommend it. It is definitely equal to the hype.

GOD BLESS AMERICA...and this sandwich!! Never have I ever had a better sub in my life. The bread,…read morethe meats, the toppings; everything tasted like the best of the best! Walking through the front door is like walking through a secret portal to Italy (I'm not kidding). The smells and sights of fresh meat hanging from the ceiling is what I imagine heaven to be like! I ordered the Italian sub. First of all, it is HUGE in both length and circumference. One sub can easily be split between two people. The bread-to-meat ratio is perfect. I could taste each individual ingredient with every bite, which is a unique experience that only happens when everything is fresh and flavorful as can be. I think this place just ruined subs for me because no other will come close to being THIS good. If I were on death row, this sandwich would be part of my last meal. I feel like I cannot adequately put into words just how amazing it is. Do yourself a favor and check this place out sooner than later! :)

I came for the much heralded Italian sandwich and it did not disappoint…read more Small, 2-room shop on Salem Street, right next to Bova's Bakery, good for Italian provisions and artful Italian sandwiches. As the name "Mercato" implies, it's not a restaurant, so no place to eat, no place to "do your business" after, and if you've made it to the north end, you already know there's no place to park. -- Italian Sandwich: Long, soft bread, kinda like the kind you had in your school cafeteria, only a million times softer, a million times more crackly, and a million times better. Setting the base are oil, balsamic vinegar, lettuce, tomato, pickles, hots, and provolone. Italian sandwiches usually come flat-stacked or in a C-shape. Here, it's a fluffy stack, with the VERY-thin-sliced-to-order meats-- prosciutto, mortadella, salami-- piled generously but delicately, like tissue paper. More oil and balsamic on the other side seals the deal. It's a glorious sandwich that'll fill you up with the first half, but you'll want to keep eating the second half, because it's so good. The deep flavors of the meats comes through, and that's soft, crunchy bread is a delight. Pro tip #1: Get it with a small side of pesto. Have some bites with, some bites without. Pro tip #2 (in more ways than one): Plan your restroom visit at the nearby Boston Public Market. Pro tip #3: Plan your eating near the Paul Revere statue on Hanover Street, at the basketball court down Stillman Street, or on the Greenway down Hanover Street.

Food: Venice Beach (turkey, tomato, no mozzarella, add avocado), and DD had La Summer (prosciutto,…read moremozzarella, tomato, basil) and sparkling water. The bread was super fresh and crispy and the ingredients tasted very fresh and seasoned lightly and perfectly. Service: order at the counter and wait for your sandwich. Then grab a drink and pay at the counter. Ambiance: casual with several indoor and outdoor tables. Tip: bathrooms were very clean! I would definitely return!!

Stopped by on the weekend for a quick lunch. The list of options is a bit overwhelming but I went…read morewith La Calvino. The sandwich is large but La Calvino itself isn't a heavy sandwich. The bread was also super fresh when I went so the bread was still warm as I was eating. It's quite pricy for a sandwich but considering I split this into two meals, it's not that bad. Overall a good meal and worth a try.

Nice lunch option w/ seating for 20. The staff is very friendly…read more The sandwich itself was amazing. Fresh bread. Good cutlet. Would definitely visit them again.

It's summer weekend and there was a festival this day in the North End. We didn't have…read morereservations. Lines for dinner were so long. We finally got one of the few seats at Dino's. We were hot, starving and tired. My littlest loved his meatball pasta. He looked so delighted when it was set in front of him. He devoured it with the same zeal. It was the best of the pastas we tried. His Italian ancestors would have been proud.

Got 2 subs yesterday and the bread is so fresh and everything was del…read morethe chicken salad was outstanding and the steak and cheese was also great

visited S&L on Saturday....easy location to find on Eastern Ave in Chelsea. Upon entry, I had a…read moregood feeling. The location was clean, easy to access and plenty of parking. We were treated very nicely as soon as we walked in. Very well staffed and everyone had a smile on their face. My son ordered chicken parm and I got a grilled chicken. The sub size is amazing. You will not believe how big the rolls are. They are the equivalent of 2 subs but the price is relatively cheap! As we waited, we both noticed how busy they were. The phone was ringing and the there was a ton of foot traffic picking up and placing orders. The lady who is in charge was so sweet. She makes everyone feel right at home and welcome! What a nice touch! Our food was ready rather quickly. We got 2 cans of soda and a brownie. The price was very reasonable! Considering how big the roll is, we got a 2 for 1 deal! How did it take me this long to eat here? I found the location on social media. We will definitely be back! Price: cheap considering how much we got Parking: easy....Eastern Ave or side streets Vibe: inviting/welcome Will I be back? For sure....if they were open tomorrow, I would go back tomorrow! Looking forward to trying a few different things and possibly sitting at the bar! 5 stars!!

Looking for a great cheesesteak, look no further than here!…read more Sissy and I ordered cheesesteaks and it's definitely rated as first place in our book for best cheesesteaks in the area. Real cheesy which I love! The bro ordered a meatball sub which he enjoyed. Definitely will return if in the area. Also customer service was top notch, really friendly!

This was a takeout order through DoorDash which advertised a discount on an "extra large" sub from…read moreDiblasi's. In the mood for pastrami. It was 1 large sub, not extra large as advertised. The pastrami was a minced product. It was very salty and no other flavor. It was dry and flaky. And frugally dished out on to the sub roll. I would not have this product in my home never mind pay for it in a sub shop. If you can't do a good pastrami just don't sell it.

Ciao! Pizza & Pasta was such a delightful find while visiting a new city!…read more The food was absolutely out of this world, and the staff was wonderful from start to finish. We enjoyed two different types of pasta and two different pizzas--everything was fresh, hot, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You could really taste the quality and love that went into the cooking. And we have to give a special shout-out to Leo! He is definitely a people person, and his conversation skills are so natural and genuine. He made us feel welcomed and right at home. He also introduced us to their cannolis, and they were absolutely wonderful--fresh, delicious, and the perfect way to finish our meal! We had such a great experience and would definitely come back again. If you're in the area, Ciao! Pizza & Pasta is definitely worth trying! Mark and Rebecca ( San Diego) Billy and Angie (Las Vegas)

Everything about Ciao! was awesome but honestly the staff were above and beyond. So friendly and…read morevested in the food and the restaurant. I had the Salsiccia which was amazing. The peppers weren't spicy but added perfect acid to the whole pizza. The dough was amazing and it was flawlessly cooked (which for a true Napolitano pizza is a challenge) which is a good sign for any pizza from here. The wife had the Gnochetti which had the important trick of knowing to mix the gnocchi and the short rib into one amazing concoction. Trust me on this one. We closed with the Nutella pizza which I've had at numerous other restaurants and Ciao's was hands down the best ever. Make sure to save room for this... seriously. We really fell in love with Ciao! and will 100% be coming back the next time we're in town.

Spot across from Encore, easy for takeout or can eat at the counter with stools. I just wanted a…read moresnack so I got mozzarella sticks, they were a good size pretty thick and tasty. My boyfriend got a sandwich roast beef. He liked it but he said he's had better. I would return they have a lot of menu items and food was made quick!

Appetizer was crab rangoon. Not good. Guessing frozen first. Fish was dry and didn't like batter…read more Fries n rings were good.

Great sandwiches!! Loved the chicken cutlet. They have a great selection to choose from. I…read morealways like supporting the local businesses and this is one that you shouldn't miss when you're in East Boston! Grab a sandwich and head to the beautiful waterfront park a few blocks away.

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.

Salumeria Italiana is an Italian grocery store with an amazing selection of imported prosciutto and…read morecheese, and they also make amazing sandwiches. They have their own names for their sandwiches like La Donna is their version of prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich and Italiano is their Italian sandwich. I love their La Donna and Italiano sandwiches, and my wife likes their Real Italian Chunky Tuna sandwich because they do not use Mayo in their tuna sandwich. They make the best Italian sandwich that I have ever had. I've tried prosciutto and mozzarella sandwiches from different restaurants in the North End and Salumeria Italiana uses the best quality ingredients and taste the best. People will say that the other restaurants makes a much bigger prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich for only a few dollars more, but the other restaurants don't taste as good. Go to Salumeria Italiana if you are going for quality food, and go to the other restaurants if you just want to have a sandwich that can last you 2 meals.

An authentic Italian sandwich shop that feels like stepping into a neighborhood market. The front…read moreis stocked with imported groceries, meats, cheeses, olives, and other Italian specialties, while fresh sandwiches are made to order behind the deli counter. Everything is incredibly reasonably priced, especially for the quality. I ordered the Italiano, and it was only $11 and packed with fresh ingredients and full of flavor. I was surprised there wasn't a line when we stopped by around 3:30 p.m. on a Saturday, which made it even better. If you're in the area and craving a great Italian sandwich, this spot is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back!