Santarpio's Pizza
East Boston, MA 02128-1937
Phone: (617) 567-9871
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Visconti Road
Editorial Review for Santarpio's Pizza – by Eric Grossman
The Scene
Locals, some of them of Italian lineage, flock to this local institution to soak up the atmosphere. Some posters and photographs hanging on the windowless wooden walls date back to the restaurant's days as an all-male establishment, serving slices for five cents apiece. Local characters sip at a long bar, while diners take a seat in wooden booths. Smoke from the grill intermingles with amiable chatter, Frank Sinatra tunes and the aroma of authentic, homemade Italian marinara. Friendly waiters snag any opportunity for a good wisecrack.
The Food
Pizza comes in one size: Large (12 inches). A small amount of cheese and lots of wonderfully sweet, fresh-tasting marinara cover a crust of medium thickness. The list of toppings sticks strictly to the basics. Charred lamb chunks and large, juicy pork sausages are surprising additions to the otherwise exclusive pizza menu, but customers love them as sides or appetizers.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe restaurant serves neither coffee nor dessert, so feel free to stuff yourself. Also, Santarpio's accepts cash only.
ParkingAs street signs reserving spots for residents make clear, parking is scarce in this East Boston neighborhood. Take the Blue line to the airport station instead.
User Reviews for Santarpio's Pizza
09/27/2008 Posted by Fooooooooooooood
This is the best American style pizza I have ever had. Everything is fresh, delicious and affordable. Lamb kabobs make a great appetizer. It is a little annoying that they only accept cash, but it's worth the effort to stop at an ATM. It's really close to the Airport subway station which is nice.
Pros: Great Pizza!
Cons: cash only
09/24/2008 Posted by jessielynn99
I am not from Boston, (LA native) but I have friends who live there and whenever I visit I have to go to Santarpios. The last time I visited was in February and there was a line outside waiting for tables. I braved the freezing rain for 40 minutes, it was completely worth it. I love love love the pizza and the sausages from the grill. The service is classic diner or deli style with a personality I can only describe as Boston. Do not miss Santarpios when you get to Boston!
Pros: Fabulous Pizza and Sausage
Cons: Not enough tables so you have to wait
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