I tried the omelette here, I thought it was very tasty and seemed like quality ingredients. The staff was excellent and always checking if we needed anything. It's very much a traditional diner vibe, good spot to chat with friends or just to chill on your own. read more

We stopped by Billy's Subshop on a trip to Boston last summer as it was near the hotel we stayed at. We passed by it a few times and we were curious as it appeared to be a popular place because it was good, cheap eats. And it certainly fit that bill. While there was a small line on the Saturday morning we went, our orders were processed fairly quickly. The place is your standard hole in the wall joint with not much in ambiance but plenty in quality food at reasonable prices. read more

If we had more time in Boston, we would have come back. If they would have had dinner hours, we probably would have squeezed in another visit. It was a rainy Saturday afternoon and we were searching for a casual, affordable lunch option. To the Yelp app I went. Billy's was great. I got the chicken salad sandwich. It was so good and was so fresh. Mike got the ham and cheese sub as a wrap. All subs can be made into wraps. So much food at reasonable prices. The staff were friendly and helpful. The place seemed to be coming off a rush so I was glad we were able to get a spot. If looking for a simple lunch, check this place out! read more

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I was really disappointed in my experience at Billy's - with all the craze surrounding this place, I was really looking forward to trying and enjoying it. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the name. I walked in here for lunch time with a friend around 11:30AM. I ordered their famous chicken Caesar wrap, and my friend got the fried fish sandwich. I will say, the prices were very good and the service was great. The food, however, wasn't very good. The chicken in my wrap was very chewy and fatty, I had to take a lot of pieces out. My friend's fish sandwich didn't seem super fresh - the cod had brown spots. About 30 minutes after we finished eating here - both of our stomachs didn't feel that great. The food just didn't sit well. Maybe it was an off day, I'm not sure, but I am definitely going to wait a bit until I give it another shot. read more

10/10 food every time, the steak Caesar wrap is amazing! The staff is extremely friendly. This place is a must if you are in the south end read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Caesar wrap - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best chicken salad bagel in Boston! The staff here are beyond amazing and make you feel very welcome. Prices are unreal!! Practically all sandwiches/wraps on the menu are $10 or less. Can't recommend this place enough! They've been open 41 years in the South End, support local! read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Chicken Salad Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Between doctor's appointments in the city, I needed a bite to eat but nothing too heavy, just something to hit the spot. I ordered a chicken Caesar wrap with grilled onions, extra croutons, cheese, and dressing (cut in half, of course). My husband and I split it, and let me tell you, it was the bomb.com, fresh, flavorful, and just what we needed. The service was fast and friendly, the price was right, and the vibe was on point. Next time, I'm adding banana peppers for that extra kick. Perfection incoming! Woot woot! read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Wrap Chicken Caesar - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great and affordable food. Amazing staff, you can't go wrong with some billy's for lunch!!

Billy's is such a hidden gem and I wish I knew about it so much sooner! I've ordered takeout from them a couple times now and the service is incredible, food is delicious, and it's reasonably priced. This restaurant feels very old-timey and homey, a real local's spot. What has me hooked is their chicken caesar wrap, which I order with crispy buffalo chicken, which really brings it up a notch. The wrap is incredible and surprisingly filling, with the perfect amount of each ingredient. The fries were nothing special (wish they added some seasoning) but portions were great. I can't wait to try more sandwiches from this joint! read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Buffalo Chicken Caesar Wrap - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Just the perfect place comfort and amazing service One of my favorites in the south end read more

Billy's Sub Shop holds a special place in my heart. My friends and I visited Boston in 2022 and loved this joint. When I recently visited in Oct 2024 I had to go back. This place is a true Boston gem. The food is a diner vibe - bagels, sandwiches, etc., but I think the service and people of Billy's is what makes it so special. You can tell that locals love this place with construction workers and working class people cycling through. It's also one of the only place I've visited that treats its customers as if they're not located in a major US hub - when we ordered out food they told us to pay after we were done eating operating on an honour type system. This place is worth visiting. read more

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Best food for the price in the city. Incredible Greek salad dressing best I've ever had. Huge portions and great friendly staff

Got the steak and cheese! It was very delicious cooked well. Customer service was excellent the guy behind the counter was wicked kind as were all the other people there. Food came out hot and within 5 minutes. Cute little set up with retro flooring and some old deco art on the walls, very cute looking. On top of all of that the food was cheap compared to everything else! Will definitely be coming back read more

If I could kiss Billy on the mouth I would. The only spot in Boston where I feel like you can get that "sub/pizza joint" feel in Boston. Think about your hometown pizza joint that sells the good subs, fries and pizza. This is exactly that and at the appropriate price read more

This is one of a kind and probably the last of it's kind in the Southend. Great Subs. Fast Service for Breakfast and Lunch. It is Family owned and operated with the food apparently home made. It is simply decorated just as it should be. We often enjoy their homemade Egg Lemon Soup. Subs are great also. I don't know how anyone could give less than five stars. It has been on Berkeley St. for years and we all hope it stays. read more

Fantastic Boston subs - huge sandwiches. Even the small is 12 inch. I got the Italians Italian and got two meals and it was very tasty - bread was delicious - crusty with soft interior. Not the greatest ambiance but food was solid if you're craving a lunchtime boston sub read more

Wow! The subs are huge and reasonably priced. Short walk from my office and it's obvious this place is popular. Around 12pm on a Friday, they were rocking. Got a custom chicken cutlet sub and it was loaded. Made to perfection and the nice lady who wrapped and handed me my lunch mentioned, "I hope you're hungry." Now I know I wasn't lol! Good bang for your buck. One sub is enough to share or leave half for later! Recommended if you're in the Back Bay area. read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Half the sub - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I think I loved this place mostly for the prices and the retro vibe. Paper plates and massive servings; friendly service. If I were a working class hero, I'm pretty sure I'd eat breakfast here at least 3 times per week. read more

Very tasty greasy spoon! I ate there twice in four days and had the hash with eggs, which was delicious. I'll definitely be back when I'm next in town read more

Friendly, quick service. Had a nice steak sandwich. Wouldn't call it a Philly cheesesteak but it was still pretty tasty. Definitely recommend stopping in. read more

I love this South End neighborhood spot. I've had a number of items on their menu and have never been disappointed. They do a great, reasonably priced diner style breakfast. The sandwiches and subs that I have tried have all been very good (pastrami, steak and cheese, chicken parm, chicken salad). The pastrami isn't quite a classic New England style red pastrami. It's a little bit sweeter and less salty, but prepared in a similar manner (thin-sliced then heated and chopped a bit on the griddle). It's also much more tender than those standard red pastramis. I've had their pastrami both with the grilled onions and without and, for their style of pastrami, I think it benefits from the onions even though I am not typically a fan of onions with pastrami. The folks who work there are great too. Very efficient and friendly, even while managing a large line. The prices are very reasonable for Boston in 2024 ($8-$12 for sandwiches/subs/rollups). I'm thankful this place is around. read more

A great no-frills diner with awesome food. If there's a line out the door, don't worry, the service is fast, and the people are friendly.

This food was the highlight of my trip to Boston. The taste got better with each bite. Definitely stop by if you're in Boston. read more

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This neighborhood restaurant is my go to breakfast spot. The staff are very kind and welcoming. The breakfast is always served up quickly and with love. It's located near a hotel so there are always different languages being spoken by customers. It's fun watching people from other countries enjoying American Breakfast. Places like this are disappearing in front of our eyes but Billy's seems to be going strong. They know their niche and they do it well. read more

hotel is right around the corner from Billy's, man their food is so damn good. the buffalo chicken wrap is my favorite item 10/10. awesome and friendly staff too. read more

Honestly if you come to Boston and don't grab a sandwich here you are really missing out. I got the turkey with American cheese. $10 for a large sub is almost unheard of nowadays. The veggies were so fresh and delicious. Truly one of the best sandwiches I've had in a really long time. read more

Believe it or not,probably the best place in the city for a good old fashioned hot dog. Fried fish dinner is Very consistent and amazingly fresh tasting and FILLING!You can go as simple as a ham and cheese sandwich ,breakfast fare or the perenial sub shop faves WITHOUT ripoff prices. This is one of the last holdouts in the city( proper) that has solidly good food that have fare prices. I really should gatekeep this one lol. The service is Stellar. Old school perfection. read more

Incredible customer service, and awesome subs. We have been coming here for years. Very reasonably priced. Old-school and great.

I just love this place!! This is my go to lunch place at work. I typically get the grilled chicken Greek salad with their house Greek dressing . I'm not typically a salad fan but this dressing just does it for me. I've also had the breakfast sandwiches and buffalo chicken which were also good. It's a family owned and operated business and they are very pleasant which is a refreshing change from the typical status quo in Boston. read more

Solid neighborhood spot. Down to earth diner in an upscale area. Big portions, reasonable prices, friendly staff. No frills or fluff just great food. Blueberry pancakes were awesome! read more

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Well... my wife and I were visiting Boston and we weren't sure where to have a sit down breakfast. We went to one place but it was take out only and we saw some people waiting in line outside and they recommended Billy's Sub Shop. It is a little hole in the wall but the greatest blueberry muffin I ever had. Coffee was delicious and our omelets were to die for. Home fries were good as well. read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Billy's is my new go to sub place. I've gotten the steak and cheese here (one of their more popular options) as well as the pastrami and both are good. The subs here are a good deal - they're a decent size and my boyfriend and I will often just split one to eat. I've also gotten the home fries here cause who doesn't love a good potato? The home fries here are more soft and aren't all that crispy as a heads up but if you have a hankering for some spuds these will still do the trick. Lastly the staff here are all super friendly and nice. There's always at least a few customers at the store during the hours that I've went here but your food comes out pretty quick. I usually only have to wait 5-10 mins for my food to come out. read more

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I am so glad I am back in the South End..I usually get the breakfast sandwiches and always never disappoints. The employees are always nice and friendly. will go more when it gets warmer out read more

This is a fantastic sandwich shop with a great team. We stopped here a few different times while visiting the area and each sub we got was better than the last. Looks like a mom and pop operation and they really go above and beyond to serve their customers. Overall, we really enjoyed this sandwich shop and if we visit the area again, we will definitely be back! Our party got - Breakfast sandwiches, a pastrami sub, and a veggie sandwich read more

I cannot say enough good things about Billy's! Me and my office-mates make our way to Billy's 2-4 times a week and it never disappoints! My 2 go-to orders are a chicken salad sandwhich or a billy's version of Micky D's fish filet. Don't be shy to talk to the owners behind the counters, they are half the reason why we return day after day. There are also specials every day. I typically never eat turkey but tried their turkey dinner for the first time today and it was sooooo good! They usually have chicken a la king on Friday which is one of my all time faves, they sell out before 2pm so go early or call them to save you a plate. Their spaghetti portion is enough to feed three people. Billy's lunch hours are crazy and usually have a line out the door but they still get your food out in a reasonable time. Things to try: Chicken salad sandwhich, fish sandwhich, chicken tenders, fries, french toast. chicken a la king, turkey dinner. read more

Billy's Sub Shop is the best in Boston, maybe the U.S. Delicious, ample, affordable and served just the way you like it. Wonderful team behind the counter. read more

Awesome breakfast place. Family owned. I love the corned beef hash. Never disappoints, The Best read more

Billy's Sub Shop - 3 eggs, corned beef hash - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best place with the best people working there! Prices are also so reasonable with big portions!

Definitely not the fanciest joint in town but they make up for it by offering great sandwiches in a friendly manner to a whole bunch of folks. I landed here in the middle of the lunch rush and went right to the cheesesteak sandwich, adding only mushrooms to it. It didn't take long to be prepared and brought to me at the table (table service!) fresh and hot. It needed nothing. No LTO, no mayo, no ketchup. Just bite in and enjoy. A great sandwich. My 600th review of 2018! read more

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If you're looking for a quick and hot breakfast check out Billy's! I got the bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich was simple yet so good. Their coffee is pretty good as well! Service was 10/10. read more