Recently got takeout sandwiches and they were good but not great. The breakfast sandwich only had…read moreone egg and the bread was so thick it really overwhelmed the core of the sandwich. For $15 I would really have expected something more substantial... The turkey sandwich was much better, though still felt on the pricier side for what it was. The cafe, itself, is very nice with a chill juice-bar vibe. Overall a solid neighborhood restaurant and would try again in the future.

Fresh Boston is a great place to stop by for a yummy sandwich!…read more We were in the area looking for a new place to try for a quick bite. It's a pretty casual spot, though they do have a bar area. Decent amount of seating. First impressions: quite expensive menu for sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. Most of the sandwiches are almost $20 or more. We originally wanted to try their grilled cheese w/ tomato soup but they didn't offer it anymore when we visited. Looks like they switch up their menu every 2 weeks! So here's what we ended up getting: - the fruits and the maytals smoothie -pressed: steak piece - pigs gone wild The sandwiches took ~15 min + smoothie took around 10 min to be ready. Okay, so the sandwiches were TEA!! So good. Both sandwiches we ordered were on focaccia bread & they were absolutely delicious. The sandwiches were big too! I honestly was expecting them to be small, but I'm glad they were generous. Flavors were tasty; I love both but the Pigs Gone Wild was my favorite! The truffle honey aioli was something else, highly recommend. The smoothie we got tasted refreshing & exactly as described. I would definitely come back again & get the Pigs Gone Wild or try other sandwiches since they switch up their menu every two weeks. Price is a bit steep, but after getting to try their sandwiches, I'd say they are worth it. Parking: free street parking

Returning to this fave spot after 25 years and it is just as delicious as it was back then. So…read moreglad this place has turned into a restaurant, I remember it as a window/counter on the side of the wall. This time I got the vegetarian and boy it was just perfect. The now medium size was just right and I love the beans -- just like how I remember it. On Fridays they have a vegan sandwich which my friend got and she loved it.

They have new chips now! Not as crunchy as before but pretty...pretty...pretty good…read more Made with 100% avocado oil - sea salt - jalapeño - purples with salt - bbq - Salt and vinegar The new One size sandwich seemed larger when they first changed it. Sometimes I feel like more chicken is there and other times it just seems like the old small version? Either way it still tastes delicious and I love it so! The empanadas are so filling & flavorful and change regularly, give it a try, you won't regret it!

Why I'll go back: Super fresh, super delicious, and super fast subs…read moreYou HAVE to order: My go-to's are the meatball sub (haven't found one better) and the chicken salad (a unique flavor) Tony's Tip: When getting toppings, I ask them to put the tomatoes on the bread first so it stays on the sandwich easier. Also, I have them cut the subs into four pieces - easier to eat than two. Cannot believe I now live within a block of the two sandwich titans in Boston - Sam LaGrassa's and Al's Cafe. Al's School Street Cafe opened on Wednesday, Nov 12, and the line was 20 minutes long, stretching out the door and up to Old City Hall. It will calm down at some point, but just to be safe, I stopped in around 11:15 on Thursday to beat the crowd. It's a great space - larger than the South Street location and at least twice as large as State Street. Plus, there's decent seating in here, but also plenty of room for walk-ins to hang until their sandwich is ready. It's also very bright, and the electronic menu board is a nice upgrade. Other than that, this is the same Al's that you have come to know and love. Very friendly people who work their butts off to make a quality sandwich and do it quickly to get you in and out. The bread is still fresh-baked, and nothing beats taking those first few bites when the bread is still warm. Of course, the big caveat is that these are hearty sandwiches. I'll always order a large, eat half, and enjoy the rest for dinner or the next day. The three subs I tend to rotate are the meatball (ordered as is), Italian's Italian (add tomatoes, lettuce, onions, salt & pepper), and the Chicken Salad (add tomatoes, salt and pepper). If you're a chicken salad fanatic like me, Al's makes a creamy one that is more shredded, less chunky, and a little salt & pepper livens it up a touch. You'll definitely develop a craving. Occasionally, I will do the prosciutto-only High Street Cafe Special or the chicken parm. I didn't realize Al's was doing smash burgers now! Will have to grab one of those soon. Welcome to my neighborhood Al's! I'll be seeing you around...the corner. ;)

Love Al's. Glad they opened one in downtown crossing area, hope they stay open! Great subs…read moreingredients are fresh.

I think 4.5 is a more honest rating. Right away they are just super friendly and they have a nice…read moreselection of menu items. I think it's a great place for tasty, simple sandwiches and wraps. Something quick and easy that is satisfying. It's not fancy but it's comfortable in a very nice area and good value. I think it would be nice and I'd come back if they offer more unique creations. I'll come back here any time I need a quick bite and craving a sandwich. I liked that they had no issues making my wrap order into a sandwich.

Went in for a hot dog, left out with a truly hospitable experience! The owner is very nice and…read morequite comical, he kept me laughing the whole time! The options at Code 10 look great and I already have my eyes on a few paninis to try. They also have Richardson's Ice Cream which is a plus! It is the perfect little spot for South End, and the Hot Dog? Cooked to perfection and the toasted bun topped it off! I can't wait to go back and try more of what this place has to offer :)

A fun little environment filled with all things food hall hides an unsuspecting sandwich shop along…read morethe back wall. With so many options, I'll take a grilled cheese as a base test for how the rest of the menu may be and give me reasons to return. Well, let's cut to the chase there - I am definitely returning. That porchetta is calling my name. Anywho, the Apple and Brie Grilled Cheese with Brie, aged cheddar, green apple, roasted red onion, and fig butter hits you right in the tastebuds. A strong brie overpowers the remaining flavors bringing the tartness of the green apple slowly slipping out of the gooey back end brings your tongue back to its neutral state. I was disappointed in the lack of sturdiness sandwich, and the overpowering of brie - outside of that, it was a good sandwich. I understand the nearing thirteen dollar price tag, but a fair price might be closer to $7.5.

Holy porchetta! Omg I can't say enough about their porchetta and if you look at the current rating…read moreof this restaurant, you are going to be misled. The porchetta sandwich is among the top three things I've tried in boston this year. You won't regret it. The food hall is a low key vibe and it is great! You can get drinks at one place and my boyfriend and I split up and surprised each other with our food choices. He won and I was surprised at how jealous I was at his order. Wow just wow. I'll be back and you should too!

Excellent seafood spot in Allston and a great addition to the neighborhood, already filled with…read moresuch great Asian eats. We got takeout as we were on the move but I'd love to return back for dine-in; it looked like tight and cozy in there when I walked inside to pick up. We split a fried shrimp roll and a fried clam roll with a side of crab fries. These were perfectly fried and crispy. I think every part of these rolls was wonderfully executed: the roll itself was buttery, the sauce was tangy, and the pickles added a nice bite and sourness to balance it all out. This all amounted to about $40 which I thought was a bit steep, but for the quality of the dishes, I'd go back! Especially because they've been doing some cool pop-ups and collabs recently, such as a collab with Sarma (one of my favorites!)

The only seafood fast-casual spot in Allston. I ordered takeout, and the food was ready in under 10…read moreminutes. I ordered the oyster roll and clam roll. The oyster roll was better than the clams; no fishy smell, and you could still taste the oyster belly, even though it shrank after frying, but the citrus was too strong. Disappointed there was no pickled red onion. The clam roll was a little disappointing because the clams were small and chewy. Not the best fried clams.

Great place cooks/ staff are very friendly. This was my first gyro. Didn't disappoint. Stuffed with…read moremeat . They put French fries in it too . I got the honey mustard sauce and it was delicious Boston is Boston, if you're around this little place give it a try

walk up and order service was quick and hot…read more reasonable price there were 4 restaurants in a row sharing outdoor seating

Hands down the best barbecue in Boston…read more Meltiest brisket I've ever had, creamy Mac n Cheese, even the turkey is tasty. Inventive side dishes, seasoned chips excellent. And the sauces, all unique, complementary, and delicious. And holds up well to delivery too. My only minor critique is the desert options could use a peach and/or banana option. And ironically the ribs were not my favorite item here. That's the one dish here that maybe you'd enjoy more somewhere else. I've had it twice and it was a bit on the tough side for my liking. That said, everything else available more than makes up for this.

I picked Pig Beach BBQ because it was ranked #4 for BBQ and had the fastest delivery time. I'm glad…read moreto say they definitely delivered on speed. My food arrived in about 20 minutes or less, which was impressive. I ordered the Meat & 2 (6 bone ribs) with collard greens, mac and cheese, cornbread, chocolate pecan pie, and added the Mustard BBQ, Rob's Righteous Red, and Tangy Vinegar sauces. Starting with the ribs, they had great flavor and were tender, but unfortunately they arrived cold. There was also quite a bit of juice from the onions and pickles pooled in the tray, which may have contributed to the temperature. It's hard to give them a full thumbs up because temperature matters with BBQ. The mac and cheese was very bland and just wasn't for me. The cornbread also missed the mark. Surprisingly, the complimentary white bread with the house whipped butter completely stole the show. It was incredibly soft, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The chocolate pecan pie wasn't what I expected. It was more like a brownie than a pie, especially for an $8 dessert. I took one bite and set it aside. I really wanted to love it, but it was just too sweet for my taste, and I didn't have a glass of milk to help. Now for the star of the meal. The collard greens. WOW! They were absolutely AMAZING. They were piping hot, perfectly seasoned, and packed with little bits of meat. I didn't even feel the need to add vinegar or hot sauce, which almost never happens for me. Honestly, if I could trade everything else in my order for a giant bowl of those greens, plus the complimentary bread and whipped butter, I'd do it in a heartbeat. Those greens alone are worth coming back for. The sauces weren't really my style, but I'm glad I tried them. Overall, I left full but a little disappointed with most of the meal. That said, I can't stop thinking about those collard greens. They were the clear winner, and I'd absolutely return just for them.