Nana&#x27;s Pizzeria

I FINALLY got over here to try the pizza in their original spot! Thankfully the line was fairly…read moreshort for a midweek lunch, but there was still a wait. As tables became available, they would call people inside. I ended up at a small table by the bar area. I ordered a small chicken and prosciutto pizza. It was excellent and perfectly cooked as promised. The flavor combination was great: prosciutto, chicken, spinach, ricotta, roasted peppers, sauce, and mozzarella. So big I couldn't finish it. (Hubby was happy because he got to try something too when I got back.) In terms of service, it's the north end so a little brusque, but you'll be happy you came.

1 star First off,…read morethe pizza we received was super oily and I had to use about 10 napkins to make it edible. We ordered a pizza by phone during the St. Anthony Feast, and the woman who took our order was curt and rude from the start -- I chalked it up to the festival rush. But it got worse when we picked up. We paid $32 for a pizza and asked if we could sit inside to eat it and there were plenty of available tables. We were told no -- inside is table service only, and takeout means you take it and eat elsewhere. Fine, except there was nowhere to sit outside at the festival. When we asked about using one of their own outdoor tables (they had roughly 30, and it was 11:15am, 45 minutes before the festival even started, so the tables were empty), we were told those were reserved for table-service customers only. This was after we'd already spent $32 in their restaurant. Regina's has been around for 100 years, but somewhere along the way they stopped caring about basic hospitality. Paying customers with nowhere to eat their food shouldn't be treated as an inconvenience. We won't be back.

Steve the pizza connoisseur

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Raw dough pizza slice

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4.2(1k reviews)

3.6 mi•North End

Just had a piece of pizza from Ernesto's and it was fabulous. The best tasting pizza I have ever…read morehad. Bill Allen

Overall it wasn't too bad, just the pizza was burnt too much it happens all the time, good thing is…read morethe price was acceptable in the tourist area. The most troublesome thing is parking over there North End, all resident parking after dark.

We all got the favorite Chicken Ranch Pizza.

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Outside view

Locale

4.4(545 reviews)

I have mixed feelings for Locale. We walked in and grabbed bar seats right away. The server was…read morevery good and took care of us right away. Things I liked - My pizza - the dough was delicious, the shaved fennel was delicious My Aperol Spritz was good, the addition of olives is strange but not bad My husband had the PAPPARDELLE and it was good, I liked the currants, a new twist for pasta for me. Things that could be better- My pizza could have had a lot more of the spicy sausage. It only had maybe 4-5 small pieces on the entire thing The PAPPARDELLE could have had a lot more actual meat in the meat sauce Neither of us cared for the corn polenta. It had a taste that we didn't care for. The saffron aioli was bland and tasteless. All in all it was a good meal. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back, but I also wouldn't tell anyone not to go there.

In a sea of Italian restaurants it can be hard to pick out a solid choice in the North End but I'm…read moreglad to say Locale was a great dinner option! We were in the mood for pizza and Locale was the perfect choice. The space is very cute, staff is super friendly with their service and the food and drinks were really good and fresh. Ordered an aperol spritz and margherita pizza. The pizza was delicious and a good portion. Really fresh and flavorful. The drink was tasty as well. Good prices were also a plus! Would definitely come back here

Polpette pizza

Locale wall art

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Cafe Amaro

4.4(88 reviews)

Most amazing pizza in Boston and even Italy. We had the fig and prosciutto pizza. WOW!read more

Very disappointing experience. To be clear, I understand that bringing outside food into a…read morerestaurant is generally not permitted, especially when they sell desserts themselves. My issue was not the policy, but how it was handled. We walked in carrying a Mike's Pastry box in plain sight, placed it on the table, and ordered two amaros and a Coke. The waiter greeted us, saw the box, and never mentioned the policy. We then opened it and began sharing a cannoli with our 3 year old son while staff could clearly see us. A few minutes later, a large group walked in. I heard the person who appeared to be the manager or owner comment to the staff that we were "three people for two tables and only two amaros." Shortly afterward, our waiter was instructed to tell us we could not eat the cannoli. Had someone simply told us when we arrived that outside food was not allowed, we would have gladly put it away or gone somewhere else. Instead, nothing was said until after we had ordered and our son had already started eating. The staff later explained that this happens frequently because Mike's is directly across the street. If that is the case, communicating the policy when customers arrive carrying outside food seems like a simple solution. The policy is completely reasonable. The communication and customer service were disappointing.

Kitchen area

Prosciutto and Fig pizza

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Broccoli rabe pizza

Benevento's

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We visited Benevento's in the North End for a pasta meal a few days before the Boston Marathon…read more Having been to a few other North End restaurants, I would say that this place rates slightly above average. Service was quick but you could tell that the servers were very busy and didn't have much time for pleasantries. The restaurant was packed and loud (definitely recommend having reservations) and tables were VERY close together, making it tricky to get in and out of the seating, even for my husband and I who are not large people. For the food - mine was outstanding! I tried a homemade pasta with a blush sauce and it was fantastic. The pasta was fresh with the perfect consistency, and the sauce was so rich and well flavored. My husband, who is gluten intolerant, had gluten free pasta with broccolini and sausage. He said his meal was just ok. The gluten free pasta looked to be the same brand we buy at home, and the flavor of the sauce was average. Overall, it was a fun night out, but I think we would probably opt to try a different North End restaurant next time.

Hanging with a friend. His first time here. It was moderately busy. It was 3:00 pm on a Sunday.read more

7-8 layers of thinly sliced eggplant make this perfect.

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Nice vibes

Carmelina's

4.5(4.5k reviews)

•$$$

Attentive service and food is outstanding. We are repeat visitors to Carmelina's whenever we are in…read morethe North End. We made reservations months in advance and chose the 11:30 time as we had a tour booked for 1pm. Chefs kiss to Carmelina's for having an amazing restaurant and ambiance.

Great food and delicious excellent customer service and the drinks were yummy. Parking was a pain…read morebut still Im happy to give it 5 stars.

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Bolognese

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Grazie @foodieauthority Spicy Shrimp

Antico Forno

Food is outstanding, and despite how crowded it can get on game days the service is still great and…read morethe food comes out fast!

I stopped in for lunch. I should have read the menu before coming in. I led my eyes take me here…read moreinstead. The restaurant was nice. I liked the brick work and rustic decor. This restaurant had a good variety of vegetarian dishes. That is not me. I like meat and chicken. I didn't feel it had many of those dishes. The one dinner rolls was very good. I ordered a pasta dish recommend by the waiter. It was a good choice. It had a few small peices of Italian ham inside. It was good. Inside the restaurant was nice. The staff was professional. I didn't have to wait for long for my meal to be served. It tasted good. The experience was good.

Dolci pizza

Saint Anthony's Feast weekend with dining outside Antico Forno!

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Antico Forno "Cucina a Legna"....kitchen of wood! https://www.anticofornoboston.com

Quattro

3.7(713 reviews)

3.6 mi•North End

•$$$

The real deal. Everything is delicious. Try the zucchini flowers. Best of Boston!…read more The location, especially on a perfect weather day, is exceptional. The open air environment is filled with energizing music and conversation that reminds you how lucky you are to be experiencing the heart of the North End. The staff are attentive and kind. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Quattro!

One of the best things about Boston is the very high ratio of Italian food places…read more The pizza here was just fantastic and I would highly recommend it for a good lunch or you are taken care of

Parma prosciutto pizza

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La Famiglia Giorgio's

4.0(2.1k reviews)

** Cue the opera music, this is Nonna's house **…read more Cue Andrea Bocelli, 'cause this place deserves a soundtrack. First things first, I gotta kiss the ring of the Boston Godfather himself, KZ. He's the one who brought us to this joint, and when the Godfather makes a recommendation, you don't ask questions. You show up, you sit down, and you eat. Grazie, Don KZ. I owe you one, and someday, maybe that day will never come, you can call on me for a favor. I came to Boston on business, and this place made me an offer I couldn't refuse. Walkin' up those wood-paneled stairs felt like I was bein' brought in for a sit-down with the five families. Once we got seated with that wall of wine starin' at us, I knew we were in good hands. Bread hits the table with olive oil, chili flakes, and grated cheese. Already, I'm a believer. I went with the lasagna with Bolognese, and this thing was the size of a cinder block. Layers on layers, cheese meltin' out the sides, smothered in a rich meaty Bolognese. It was like goin' to Grandma's house, if Grandma was tryin' to feed the whole neighborhood. One plate could feed a family of four, easy. The rest of the crew ate like made men. Dapper Dave 2DF and Chuckie "Meatballs" joined us at the sit-down, and these two didn't come to talk business, they came to eat. Chicken piccata over angel hair loaded with lemon and capers. Cavatelli piled high with sausage, prosciutto, spinach, and onions. Fat meatballs and sausage swimmin' in red sauce over fresh ribbon pasta, and I'll let you guess which one of 'em ordered that. Nobody left hungry, nobody left disappointed. Respect. Here's how serious I am: I brought leftovers all the way back to San Diego. They packed it up nice and tight like precious cargo. Then TSA tries to tell me I gotta kick it to the curb. Excuse me? So we had a little negotiation, a sit-down right there at the checkpoint, and I got it through. Then they're eyein' it like they wanna take a bite. Fuhgeddaboudit. I wasn't sharin'. Nobody touches the lasagna. This is the kinda place that keeps you up at night wantin' more. You're in Boston and you don't eat here? That's an insult to the family, and the Godfather don't forget an insult. -- Captain 619

This was my third time at La Famiglia Giorgios, and my first visit since 2022. We arrived around…read more7:00 on a Wednesday night and were told it would be 15-20 minute wait, no problem. I missed the original phone call, but they were able to seat us. As we were seated in front of the restaurant, we were promptly given bread and oil, drink orders were taken. I ordered spaghetti and meatballs with homemade angel hair. My youngest son had chicken parm, my oldest son and wife each had something off the specials. All of us enjoyed our meals and the portions are huge. My wife an oldest son had to take to go containers. Food doesn't come out fast, but it is certainly worth the wait. We were there for over an hour. Everyone in the restaurant is super friendly. This is one of the many gems in the North End. Great food at a fair price. Until my next visit!

Upstairs seating

Arancini, Calamari, mozzarella moons, Antipasto

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BenCotto - Boston

4.2(849 reviews)

This restaurant has a fantastic intimate feel in the summer with the breeze, the food was out of…read morethis world. Reminded me of my grandmothers home cooked feel with a touch of high class and unique flavors The fog ravioli was dynamite . 10/10

We just happened upon Bencotto. We loved it. Fun place...old school vibe...great food. We went…read more3 times in two days. Jenn was amazing and we met the owners wife Anna. Will recommend to anyone friends traveling to Boston and will definitely come back when I travel back to Boston from Chicago.

Literally this is the size of the place

Rustic Prosciutto Pizza

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The pizza oven

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Gina R.

15 years ago

A secret hidden treasure! A pizza place where "Nana" is still cooking her traditional secret recipes. A family, friendly, honest staff. Always there to greet you with a smile. The pizza is fabulous! From the crust to the sauce. The dining room is very comfortable for a family meal. Enjoy, we do! read more

James G.

16 years ago

Nana's is the best place in Everett for pizza and the best place around the area...Real pizza not dominos crap. great quality in the ingredients and the place is a local owned business by a good bunch. Really nice people with a place you should try if you havnt. read more

Danny K.

15 years ago

Great tasting pizza. The sauce is not too sweet and not too tangy. They use just the right amount of cheese (others tend to skimp on it). The Pizza is cooked just right... they don't rush it out of the oven so it is just right. read more

Kelly D.

15 years ago

From one Italian to another- Great Pizza!!! Lots of homemade, delicious sauce just like we like it! The service was great and all were friendly. Would and will go back again and again!! read more

Gina B.

11 years ago

very good pizzaa- def. will be ordering again. I do wish they were always open for lunch but that i understand. YUMMY. read more

Brittney T.

12 years ago

The best pizza around, would never order from anywhere else! Also love their fries and garlic bread.

Sally A.

8 years ago

This is the best pizza in the city of Everett!!? it's been around forever.. best pizza around

Kk S.

12 years ago

worst subs you could ever have but their tray pizza is incredible !!!!!!

Carly S.

12 years ago

Good pizza, also gluten free...cant find that in too many pizza joints

Jessica S.

10 years ago

There pizza is my ultimate favorite no other place can compare!

Carminne G.

7 years ago

I love the pizza in this place! great staff and fast service!

Ryan S.

12 years ago

If you want an uncooked, doughy pizza try their Sicilian.

S V.

12 years ago

Awful costumer service skills. Last time I order here.

Carol S.

15 years ago

Our Customers Love Nanas GLUTEN FREE PIZZA !!

Katie L.

14 years ago

Best Calzone in town!

Noel K.

12 years ago

Good za!!

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