Some places you visit. Billy's is a place you come home to. Whenever I'm back home visiting family, a stop at Billy's feels mandatory. It's a true Boston local staple and exactly what you want from a neighborhood lunch spot. The portions are generous, the food is fresh, and the owners provide the kind of friendly, top-notch service that reminds you why local places beat the chains every time. The ambiance? Nothing fancy, and that's precisely the point. It feels like a real neighborhood lunch joint because it is a real neighborhood lunch joint. Great food, great people, big portions, no nonsense. Boston lunch done right. Always happy to be back. Highly recommend! read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Order up front, line to the door forms quickly to the right, around 11:50-Noon lunch rush Monday-Friday. - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I was debating Indian food or try this place since ive never seen a bad review come out of here. Ordered the Italian sub. My 3 favorite things about it was: - flavor: good amount of oil, vinegar, and hot peppers and banana peppers made this taste great! - sub bread: nice and soft, yet still could hold all the toppings - the cut on the veggies: they definitely know how important this is. Shredded lettuce, chunks of tomatoes, shredded onions. Ambiance: there werent many people today, but I can imagine this place getting full hard to find a seat. Theres 8 4 seaters in total, and 2 2 seaters. Old, but kept fairly clean. Service: that sub came out quick and served right at the table. Highly recommend! read more

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

Wow, this place was just as good as we were hoping after reading some reviews. We were looking for something light for lunch on our trip to Boston and stumbled across this little gem. It was perfect and if I lived anywhere near this place I would be there constantly. If we'd had stayed longer, we would have went back to try more. So simple yet flavorful, just delicious. And the subs are huge! The 2 of us easily shared one sub and one "small" Spicy fry. We saw all that bread and thought it would sit heavy but it was so light and airy and fresh. The fries are not spicy at all but rather seasoned in my opinion. But that was okay because they are cooked and seasoned perfectly. I couldn't stop eating them even though I was already full. An awesome find, the kitchen moves quickly, the staff was so nice and pleasant. read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Italian sub and Spicy fries - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This is place is hands down the best value for food in Boston! I usually get the grilled chicken pita, it easily has 3x the protein of the average boston sandwich, and it's around $10! I can never finish it, so I save half for an afternoon snack. The subs on the menu are even bigger, easily feeds two. The staff is super friendly, and they get the food out quickly, even though it gets packed during the week for lunch. They also have a great breakfast. It's run by a super nice family. You can call ahead and place an order to save some time at lunch. Oh, and the food is delicious. 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

Good food just a bit bland. But the bread was soooooo good. Service was good I went to pick it up after ordering on uber. read more

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

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

Portion was great! had the meatball sub! also we were given a free muffin which was genuinely insane read more

Pastrami, amazing. Gyro, amazing. Greek salad w/ steak tips, amazing. My new favorite restaurant in all of Boston. I have spoken.

had my breakfast here today coming back soon great service and the pastrami sub a must and the ambience was like back home thank you read more

Billy's Sub Shop - Pastrami Sub and Hot Coffee - Diners Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great local spot in and out quickly , great taste can't go wrong on the run and always try to stop by whenever I'm in town hidden gems.

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

Had a quick breakfast there before going to South station and boarding the train. Loved the atmosphere, has a real feel to it, super friendly folks, great chats with the host and other folks , merely triggered by the jerseys we were wearing ! Good food, had my fill with the Giro! Good fries and chicken fingers . It was the friendliness of the place that made it a great experience. read more

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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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

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

This was by far the best place we ate in Boston. Total hole in the wall, family place! You know it is good when locals orders are remembered and cops show up here consistently. Wish they were open later but worth the trip. It felt like eating in your Mom's kitchen. So many options. Delicious! read more

Neighborhood spot , a wonderful Greek family owned ( not a chain) old school spot for unpretentious real deal breakfast and lunch . No crazy Boston prices just honest food for reasonable prices and good portions , genuinely nice people . My go to a Greek omelette , but they make it all . 2 minute walk from Back bay T stop . No joke it's like your mom or grandma made you a nice French toast with bacon ! Check them out ! read more

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

Billy's is amazing! The service is so fast. My sandwich was delicious. The veggies were crispy and fresh and roll was so soft and fluffy.

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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