Nana's Pizzeria

Delicious pizza! (Forgot to take a photo) We walked right up…read moreand were seated within minutes but there was a huge line when we were leaving. I think it's worth the wait. Cute, casual spot ambiance. I understand the hype!

Be prepared to wait in line but it's worth it…read more We ordered The Giamotta and it was really good. It was also huge! We ordered a 16" but we probably should have gotten the 10" for the two of us. Prices are reasonable and service is fast and friendly once you are seated.

Steve the pizza connoisseur

Totally forgot..

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Raw dough pizza slice

Ernesto's

4.2(1k reviews)

3.6 mi•North End

One of the main spots me and my girlfriend wanted to hit on our trip to Boston and let me tell you…read morethis was absolutely one of the best pizzas I've ever had. Pizza was served super quick, not a long wait at all. It's a cute little pizza place very tight knit neighborhood ambiance that gives it that North End charm. The pizzas were absolutely delicious and very much better than I had anticipated. I have had some of the best pizza in NY and Ernesto's definitely has a chance at being better than any pizza I've ever had. Crispy dough, flavorful sauce, and extra cheesy cheese. I'm not a person who usually eats the crust of any pizza but this one was so good that I left no trace of the pizza. I'm definitely making sure I make another visit before the end of my trip to see how much I can fit on the flight back home.

Really good pizza that you're able to mix and match. They crank out pizzas quick and it's hot!…read moreRecommend eating it there vs to-go but that's nothing new. Cheese was good, standard. Buffalo chicken needed a side of ranch, IMO Chicken Bacon Ranch was the best of the 3.

We all got the favorite Chicken Ranch Pizza.

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Outside view

Locale

4.4(545 reviews)

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

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.

Polpette pizza

Locale wall art

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Cafe Amaro

4.3(91 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

4.0(816 reviews)

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.

Quick stop on the North End turned out to be a great hit!! Everything we ordered was delicious!…read moreService was wonderful! Our server was friendly, funny and gave us great recommendation! To top it off adults at the table were give a complementary shot of limoncello because a cocktail was ordered. The seating was tight but ambiance was cozy! We were all very delighted with our experience!

Nice vibes

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

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Carmelina's

4.5(4.5k reviews)

•$$$

My family and I went to Carmelina's yesterday to celebrate my mother's birthday--I had made the…read morereservation nearly two months in advance. We received excellent service from Nick and the entire team. For appetizers, we ordered the calamari, burrata with tomatoes, and carpaccio, all of which were outstanding; the bread they serve was also wonderful. Beyond the beautiful setting, the atmosphere was great, too. Then we ordered our main courses: lobster ravioli, rollati pasta, *pesce* pistachio, carbonara, and *brasato*. It was a true gastronomic experience--everything was of the highest quality and expertly prepared. What impressed me most was that there were only two people in the kitchen. I would recommend this place to anyone as the best Italian food I've ever had in Massachusetts.

Food 10 Service 10…read more Ambiance 10 My favorite Italian restaurant in the North End !! Andrea and Azzura were absolutely fantastic!! I can't wait to go back !

Minority-owned & operated

Bolognese

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Grazie @foodieauthority Spicy Shrimp

Antico Forno

One of the best Italian restaurants in Boston. We only had…read moretakeout, But in my opinion. Incredibly fresh flavorful and delicious we will be back to dine in the restaurant.

To begin with I have to say this restaurant had the most unwelcoming hostess we have ever…read moreencountered. No hello, no welcome, no greeting of any kind. It was all she could do to pry her face out of her phone to seat us. That said, the place itself is quaint and cozy. Antico Forno came highly recommended by a couple of people so we were really looking forward to it! Alas, the food was mediocre at best. We began with the calamari. Although it had a nice, light batter, it was touch and chewy. Next we had a couple of pasta dishes, both of which were way overcooked. If you're an Italian restaurant in Boston's North End and you can't cook pasta correctly, you really need to rethink why you're here. I had the carbonara and in addition to being overcooked and mushy, the pancetta (which should have been guanciale) wasn't even rendered first. Very disappointing. We briefly considered ordering a Secondi Piatti but after being let down by the first two courses, decided to continue elsewhere. 2 out of 5 stars

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(717 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)

Food was amazing. Service was top notch. Cozy for family…read more Charming and can't wait to go again.

Pros: *Huge portions - seriously, we had a LOT of leftovers…read more *Showed up without a reservation on a Saturday night, ended up waiting less than 30 mins for a table *Good service, very friendly staff *Complimentary bread with olive oil and garlic dipping plate! Cons: *Overpriced for the quality - however I will say we did NOT get the homemade pasta, probably should have but it's an additional $4 on an already $25 pasta dish. *Presentation of the food was overall messy in my opinion. The pasta dish looked like it was aggressively plopped all together into the plate, and sauce was almost coming off of the side of the plate of heaping pasta. *Unsexy lighting. Went here for a date night, and although the tables were intimate and tucked away, the bright white light was noooot a cute look for a date night. *Fruit flies would not leave us alone Would potentially come back, to try the homemade pasta!

Upstairs seating

Arancini, Calamari, mozzarella moons, Antipasto

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BenCotto - Boston

4.2(857 reviews)

Best chicken piccata I've ever had! Pasta was cooked perfect. Also had a great portion sizing.read more

We came to the North End for a weekday lunch and were so lucky to find this spot, as all the other…read morerestaurants we checked in the area were cash only. We were seated right away without a reservation and were given complementary bread and olive oil for the table. We got the Misto Di Pesce, which was the perfect size for two people to share for lunch, and featured perfectly cooked shellfish, linguine, and a delicious fresh tomato sauce that was flavorful, but not too rich or overpowering. Service was friendly and attentive, and the inside was clean. I would definitely come back to have the Misto Di Pesce again, or to try their other menu items!

Literally this is the size of the place

Rustic Prosciutto Pizza

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The pizza oven

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Gina R.

16 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.

16 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.

12 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.

15 years ago

Best Calzone in town!

Noel K.

12 years ago

Good za!!

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