Carmella&#x27;s Market

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.

Sneaked our way into this place right before close since we didn't make dinner reservations nor…read morewanted to wait longer than an hour. However per my cousin, it was absolutely a gamble getting into Monica's due to its popularity. It's your typical Italian deli and stocked with many of yummy bites. I couldn't pass up the burrata special, holy cow, was this fresh. Every bite I wanted more. The balsamic had a lovely twang to it. Super fresh produce and fresh bread!! Can't beat it!

Caprese Burrata Special

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Outside. Line building and got much bigger...!

Bacco's Wine & Cheese

4.3(108 reviews)

2.2 mi•Back Bay

Went here this week and had a pleasurable experience. There was a wide selection of cheeses with…read moreknowledgeable staff that were able to identify the taste pairings of the cheese. The sandwiches were also amazing, with great customization available with the breads and toppings that had. Overall, the store was very clean, neat and organized, with a wide selection of wines, cheeses, food, and snacks, and we will definitely be coming back our next trip to boston

Awesome shop! This place was right across the street from our hotel so I came here a couple times…read moreduring my trip. Service was amazing. The guy working there helped us pick out a couple different wines, cheeses, and snacks. They sell a large variety of products.

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Cranberry Chicken Salad

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Bricco Salumeria and Pasta Shoppe

4.4(189 reviews)

1.1 mi•North End

If you consider yourself a fan and an avid lover of the Italian delicatessen genre, this is it…read more This is the place you need to try if you're in the area. If you're in the Boston area, I would consider it a sin NOT to try Bricco's Salumeria. Not joking when I say that my favorite bite experienced during my entire trip to Massachusetts, came from one of the focaccia sandwiches I ordered from Bricco's. I have already made it a point in my mind to hit this spot in the North End of Boston any and EVERY-time I find myself in the Boston area. It truly is an Italian staple and a Boston Classic! I am a sucker for the majority of places that promote and sell to the public the local or imported ingredients and produce that are used in the making of the speciality menu items that make the spot a household name. Truly a traditional and classic Italian spot that speaks to the inner Paisan inside. It's like stepping into a part of Italy when you walk in here. The place is oozing with class and history, along with a mouthful of delicious stories to hear and sample from the staff that breathe life Into this place. The only bad thing is the limited seating. Thankfully though, there's a local park down the road that you can sit at while you enjoy this wonderful Boston Gem.

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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Curds & Co

4.0(2 reviews)

1.2 mi

Love this place. This a proper cheese place for those who want to explore. They know their stuff…read more Everything is beautifully presented. They even keep a record of your previous cheesy purchases so you can start building up a portfolio of favorites.

The young lady was very helpful and patient. The triple cream brie was mouth watering. My only…read morecomplaint was the price of the gluten free crackers. $9.00 for a few ounces of crackers was steep. If you need gluten free, it's probably best to source them some place else.

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Curds & Co

4.6(39 reviews)

4.9 mi•Brookline Village

A cute little cheese shop in the heart of Brookline they have a bit of everything which is lovely…read more The staff was so friendly and super helpful with letting us choose cheeses and portions and even trying them out which was so kind. They also have different fun classes there you can take and there are so many fun cute gifts you can buy. They can build you a profile of cheeses you have tried so you have it on file in case you go back and forget. They do have beer and alcohol as well and pretty much everything you need to make an exquisite cheese board. We got 5 small pieces of cheeses to split between 2 people and it was absolutely perfect and more than enough. They literally were so kind and helpful referring us to different cheeses and directing us on what to get.

My boyfriend brought home wine and cheese from Curds & Co. He was over the moon with how great his…read morecustomer service was. The white cheddar we had was SO good - as was the wine that the worker paired for us. I can't wait to check out this shop myself!

Many cheeses

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Outdoor sign.

Monica’s Pasta Shop

4.3(32 reviews)

1.0 mi•North End

Have walked by a million times and finally stopped in today. Picked up a pound of pacceri and a…read morepound of bucatini. We also got a block of guanculi and some fresh grated reggiano. They also had other meats, cheeses, olives, and sauces. Total was $44.44 which I thought was reasonable for the high quality ingredients. If you are lucky enough to find street parking in the North End-most spots are free for 2 hours.

I was on the hunt for a great fresh pasta shop in Boston to gather some treats to take home on our…read moreflight to Indianapolis and Monica's popped up on Yelp. The staff was incredibly friendly in this cozy little pasta shop in the north end neighborhood. We selected a pasta nest for each family member and bagged them up for the road. The next day we thoroughly enjoyed our fresh spinach paparadelle and bucatini. Chef's kiss The store also offers a variety of classic Italian items like cheese, risotto, and Moore. Definitely worth a pitstop as you work your way through this tasty neighborhood.

5.3 mi•Huron Village, West Cambridge

OMG!!! I found my favorite lemon iced tea!

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Formaggio Kitchen

4.4(283 reviews)

•$$$

Their dinner catering for our research institute mainly consisted of cold dishes such as Italian…read moreham, cheese, nuts, and vegetables served with bread. The quality of the various hams was quite good, with adequate oiliness and aroma; the cheese was rich and creamy without any particularly strong fermented taste. However, the vegetables and fruits did not appear very fresh, and the ciabatta was dry, hard, and chewy, requiring considerable effort to chew.

Easiest 5 stars ive ever given. We were here for a raclette and fondue class that was after hours,…read moreso we were able to shop with no one else in the store!! I loved the cheese. Staff was so kind and answered all of our questions. I left with many many things of cheese! We tried the cookies and chocolates, some premade goods, some shelf-stable things, and of course, cheese. My one complaint was that they did not heat up raclette for us, rather gave us raclette cheese at room temperature. I think it wouldn't have been too much to ask for it to be cooked, since they were able to do that with the fondue. I wish there was a way to do the class without the wine pairing and save a few dollars... I would sign up much more often!!

3.1 mi•Inman Square, Kendall Square/MIT

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Formaggio Kitchen

4.4(15 reviews)

A cute little shop for sandwiches, cheeses, unique snacks, and liquor! I ended up getting a chicken…read morepesto grilled sandwich along with some ciders and wine, and they were all great! We ended up eating at their outside tables, which were nice. I have yet to try their fun snacks but will be back soon.

LOVEEED my time at Formaggio. Visited during their Sunday cookout, and was simply astounded by…read moretheir collards, pulled pork, baked beans, and Mac and cheese. It was all so delicious and the flavors went so well together, and I absolutely would be happy to try some more of their options. It all looked so good. The staff was excited to tell us about each item and gave some good recs, and I loved the community/outdoorsy layout of the situation. Loved!!

4.3 mi•Harvard Square, West Cambridge

Pesto chicken sandwich!

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Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe

3.9(295 reviews)

They have great sandwiches. I'm a bit puzzled about the complaints about the sandwiches being…read moresparse because I've never had that be the case whenever I've ordered. They are always pretty big and not skimping on ingredients...at least from my personal experiences. The store has all sorts of great foods and treats to try. It is pricey, but what do you expect in Cambridge?

Horrible deli sandwiches unless you are on a diet. My sandwich consisted of 3 thin slices of…read moresalami. When I asked for more salami slices I was told no. Don't waste your money at the deli counter until they can make true deli sandwiches. What a disappointment! Next time I'm in Harvard Square, I'll go elsewhere.

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Swiss Chocolate

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Coppa Enoteca

4.0(1.1k reviews)

2.4 mi•South End

•$$$

One of my favorite Italian restaurants in the city. Small spot that feels very cozy and has…read moredelicious dishes. Make sure to snag a reservation.

Really cute place in the south end. Perfect for a summer evening. It was very much tapas style with…read morea lot of seafood options. They were good about letting me know which dishes I could and couldn't eat with my gluten allergy. They make gluten free pasta but no gluten free pizza. I will say the drinks weren't that good for their price point.

Interior at Coppa

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I have been going here for years, and never disappoints! Everything is made with fresh/ quality ingredients and the portions are significant! I love the old school charm and ambiance. I highly recommend the Jeffries Point Sub. read more

Nicholas M.

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14 years ago

Subs are Awesome Fresh Cold Cuts and Fresh Bread ..... This place is awesome and is the best cant wait to go back for another Italian Sub

A D.

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1 year ago

Absolutely fantastic!!!! Service, food, amazing! Great pricing also!! Have had them cater for me numerous times, always a hit!!!

Renee B.

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4 years ago

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Sonja J.

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12 years ago

All I can say is yummy!!! Can't beat the prices either...

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Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe

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This is a corner shop that's shaped like a long L with limited street parking…read more There are many varieties of oils, wines, chocolates, and other items like jarred cherry toppings. The service seemed friendly to those who frequent the shop often enough. But nonexistent for those like me who so happened to stop by to take a look. I gave up on actually buying anything after being literally ignored twice. I know the store associates heard me. The brightly lit and well merchandised store is perfect for those who need a quick pick me up or gift to bring to a party. Or for those who like to just have gourmet food at home to savor life. But perhaps not for someone like me who isn't worthy of getting acknowledgment or assistance prior to purchasing something that caught my eyes.

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Best breakfast in town. Sad to see it closed, leaving no other place like it. But thanks for the…read moregreat run.

I think 3 stars is on the generous side. I had one goal-to get a sandwich at a place I'd never been…read morebefore. I knew going in I wasn't gonna be getting any awesome breads and unusual combos, but the prices were right. They do bkfst and had prepared hot dinners at a good price. Yelp said they closed at 3 but at 1:50 they seemed to be cleaning and weren't happy w my tuna melt request. Look at the pic, does anything look like that hit a grill? If I wasn't standing there I'd think they just toasted it. I was told a few times it was cash only, heard you the first time. I like little holes in the wall but no need to return.

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Fits the bill just fine. It's a nice spot to have your breakfast or lunch in as well as a hangout…read moreto meet up with someone for coffee. It has a small-town feel which I enjoy. The bagel sandwich I had was good. I just would have paid an extra $2-3 bucks if they had bakers of artisan bagels deliver them for sandwiches. The bagels are too doughy for me but the inside is perfect. Great bacon and eggs.

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Ordered a meatball sub with provolone cheese to go. When I opened the wrapper, I wondered "Where's…read morethe red sauce?" Cut into one of the small meatballs and couldn't determine what it was made from - hard, dry mystery meat! Overall very poor quality and wastebasket bound. No thanks Jenny's.

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