The Best Italian Restaurants in the North End of Boston

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Find and Vote for the Best Italian Restaurants in the North End of Boston!

Look no further than the North End of Boston for the best Italian food in New England (and possibly the country), the best pizza, bakeries, and sandwiches, all within a short distance from each other. Stroll off the beaten path of Hanover Street and onto the sidestreets to find even more great Italian restaurants and bakeries.

Have a favorite restaurant, bakery or pizzeria that you frequent all the time in Boston's North End? Vote for it below!

 

"designer" farfalle pasta with garlic and olive oil .. Valentine's Day dinner ... by The Gifted Photographer

Chicken Parmigiana - The Lounge Upstairs by avlxyz

Bacon Pasta - Italy - Chen Chen & Boon Chew by avlxyz

Tamarind Sauce Mussels by Laurel Fan

Pasta @ Simply Pasta - 120 West 41st St by wEnDaLicious

italian pasta by CyboRoZ

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The North End Italian Cookbook 

Make the famous recipes of the North End in your own home!

Don't feel like going out? This might be just what you're looking for. Get the incredible taste of the North End right into your home with these restaurant Italian recipes that have been acclaimed by critics and customers alike.

The North End Italian Cookbook, 5th

Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 12/18/2009)Buy Now
Used Price: $6.51

Classic Italian dishes include: Cannellini Beans Insalata, Pasta e Fagiole, Farina Dumplings, Marinara Sauce, Frittata di Spaghetti, Potato Gnocchi, Veal Scaloppine, Beef Braciole in Tomato Sauce, Calamri Freddo, Gelato, and Italian Toto Cookies.

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Mesa Pizza! by .Bala

Rainbow Pizza by Foodies

Pepperoni Pizza by callme_crochet

Saki's Pizza by The Pizza Review

Take-Out @ Singas Famous Pizza by wEnDaLicious

Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza by thebittenword.com

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The North End - Where it is 

You can map your own directions through this interactive map as well

Did you know there were so many Italian restaurants in the North End? There are more Italian restaurants in Boston's North End than any other neighborhood in the United States (unless you can prove me wrong).

North End T-Shirts 

Wear one outside of the North End to remember it by!

If you're from out of town, remember your trip to the Boston forever with these unique Italian t-shirts!

North End Boston,MA Organic Women's Fitted T-Shirt

The flag of Italy on this organic womens t-shirt.

Price: 26.99 Buy Now

Boston Italian Fitted T-Shirt

A red, green and white fitted mens t-shirt for Boston Italians only. Made in the USA!

Price: 34.99 Buy Now

"Boston's North End" Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt

A trendy cap sleeve t-shirt with the Italian flag and the skyline of Boston on the front.

Price: 24.99 Buy Now

"Hanover Street" Ringer T

A Hanover Street green sign, like the ones you'll see when you visit this Italian neighborhood.

Price: 24.99 Buy Now

North End Boston,MA Sticker (Bumper)

A Sopranos style bumper sticker of the North End in red would look great on your car, boat or bike!

Price: 5.99 Buy Now

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How Often Do You Eat in the North End? 

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Stores Along Hanover Street, North End, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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The Lastest News About the North End 

Updated every 30 minutes with fresh news!

Signpost to Italian Cities, North End, 'Little Italy', Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Mary Milano; 93; a powerful presence for decades at the Union Oyster House
Her age mattered little as she arrived daily to dispense pleasantries and the sayings she heard as a girl, working with her father in a North End jewelry ...
Disappointing '09 will end in Emerald Bowl for USC
Against the three best Atlantic Coast Conference teams BC faced, the Eagles lost to Clemson, Virginia Tech and North Carolina by a combined 104-34. Boston ...
Sox Beat: Lackey's already feeling at home
He wandered around town and had dinner in the North End the night before yesterday's introductory press conference at Fenway Park, but the former Los ...
Drug rap for Mayor Menino liaison
D'Amelio, who also owned a North End restaurant and limo service, has donated thousands to lawmakers from the neighborhood, including state Rep. ...

Links and Information on the North End 

Official North End Links!

Find more information about the North End on these websites dedicated entirely to this neighborhood of Boston:

Old North Church, North End, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, USA
Northendboston.com
Upcoming events, profiles, feasts and more.
Boston.com
A travel guide to everything in the North End on Boston.com
The History of the North End
Wikipedia tells us the history of Boston's oldest residential neighborhood (and it wasn't the Italians that first settled this area!).
Trip Advisor Reviews of the North End
4.5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor, not bad. You won't be disappointed by this Italian neighborhood, but if you must, read the reviews on Trip Advisor.
Historical Destinations in the North End
Learn more about the places that are of huge historical significance in the North End like the Paul Revere House and Copps Hill on this website.

Current Weather in Boston 

A five day forecast of upcoming conditions in Boston

Current weather conditions in Boston, MA (02114)

Local Pollen Reports

18°F (Feels like 7°F)

Last update: 12/19/09 3:54 AM EST

Humidity: 20%
Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: -11°F
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.99in falling
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 9mph From: Airport Conditions
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Today


Mostly Cloudy
High: 32°F
Low: 26°F
Sunrise: 7:09 AM
Sunset: 4:14 PM

Sunday
Dec 20 


Cloudy
High: 27°F
Low: 20°F
Sunrise: 7:10 AM
Sunset: 4:14 PM

Monday
Dec 21 


Snow / Wind
High: 30°F
Low: 18°F
Sunrise: 7:10 AM
Sunset: 4:15 PM

Tuesday
Dec 22 


Partly Cloudy
High: 30°F
Low: 18°F
Sunrise: 7:11 AM
Sunset: 4:15 PM

A Sampling of Some of the North End's Eateries 

The Phantom Gourmet A-Z's the North End

Best of Boston's North End - A to Z

The Phantom Gourmet shows the best spots in the North End - A to Z.

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The Boston Italians Book 

A history of the Italians living in the North End

Ever wondered how the Italians first arrived to Boston, and why the North End? Read about the interesting history of the Boston Italians, and the struggles they went through as they came to a new land for the first time.

The Boston Italians: A Story of Pride, Perseverance, and Paesani, from theYears of the Great Immigration to the Present Day

Amazon Price: $10.88 (as of 12/19/2009)Buy Now

"As you flip the pages of The Boston Italians, you can practically smell the sauce simmering on the stove. It;s not a dull history lesson but a narrative underdog tale of what Puleo calls the real story of those early southern Italian immigrants." -Dana Barbuto, Patriot Ledger

 

Steak Sandwich - Swan Hotel, Richmond by avlxyz

large meatball sub by savory.recipes

P1140013 by stu_spivack

Panini @ bite - 211 E. 14th St by wEnDaLicious

Italian Sub by 剛

Photo of Vegan Grilled Tomato, Basil & Pepper Jack Panini by foodistablog

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Sightseeing in Boston: Take a Trip! 

More information on the city of Boston

 

Cannoli! by yosoynuts

turkish coffee and tiramisu by blhphotography

Cannoli anyone? by WTL photos

Tiramisu Cheezecake by norwichnuts

POTENZA: A New DC Find by ellievanhoutte

cannoli by stu_spivack

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Stats of Boston's North End 

See the breakdown of population, income, and more about the North End

The population of 02114 is 11,182.

That's #8421 out of all 42,305 zip codes.

80% of the population is white, which is 5 points more than the national average.

The average household income in 02114 is $55,678, which is $25,980 more than the typical average.

Men make up 50% of the population, and the typical age in this part of MA is 33.

Stats about: Boston, MA

Population: 11,182
Number of Households: 6,894
Average House Value: $1,000,001
Average Income per Household: $55,678
Elevation: 20 ft

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Find Reviews of these Restaurants Online 

Check these websites for customer and critic reviews!

Yelp
Yelp has extensive reviews for North End restaurants.
Zagat
Reviews for major restaurants in every city across the country.
City Search
Search cities across the nation for everything from restaurants to dry cleaning.

A Video Tour of the North End 

View the destinations and sites within the North End of Boston

A Tour of Boston: The North End

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Italian Themed T-Shirts and Gifts 

T-shirts and apparel for those of Italian descent and heritage!

Italian t-shirts from Biscotti Mafia
Visit Biscotti Mafia for unique Italian heritage t-shirts and gifts including t-shirts, sweatshirts, long sleeve apparel, infant clothing, mugs, stickers and more!

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If you're planning a trip to Boston or want a detailed guide to travel the historical sites and best attractions, these book will give you some excellent tips and suggestions to see all that the city has to offer.

 

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