EAST BOSTON NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Vibrant waterfront district with skyline views and global flavors.

Team Favorites in East Boston

Alex’s Favorite! - The Pazza Burger at Pazza on Porter
Flora’s Favorite Pizza in the City - Santarpios cheese & sausage pizza
Meg’s Go-To Night Out - The Tall Ships 

Cafés/Breakfast Must Haves

Eagle Hill Cafe - Neighborhood cafe shop with coffee, smoothies & breakfast
Americano Espresso Bar - Locally crafted artisanal coffees, food & more
Café Iterum - High quality American fare & boutique coffees
Toasted Flats - Health conscious flatbread sandwiches, coffee, smoothies & more
Donna's Restaurant - Family run business serving waffles, omelets & sandwiches in an old school space
The Well Coffee House - Non-profit organization staffed by volunteers offering specialty hot & cold coffees, teas & lattes
Angela's Cafe Eagle Hill - Cheerful restaurant serving up authentic Mexican breakfast until 3pm
 
Best Quick Coffee Spot
 
Toasted Flats - Health conscious flatbread sandwiches, coffee, smoothies & more
The Well Coffee House - Non-profit organization staffed by volunteers offering specialty hot & cold coffees, teas & lattes
Americano Espresso Bar - Locally crafted artisanal coffees, food & more

 

Lunch Favorites

 
Reelhouse Boston - Great spot to eat outside for the best city views
Sammy Carlos Delicatessen - Hefty subs made to order at this homey deli, also offering soups, pasta & catering
Cunard Tavern - Historic East Boston restaurant serving American plates with water views
Santarpios - Best pizza in the city, hands down
Angela’s Cafe - Authentic home-made Mexican cuisine
Sunny Cafe - Sushi burritos, poke bowls & more Asian-oriented eats at this simple cafe for dine-in & take-out
Mi Pueblito Orient Heights - Relaxed cantina with classic Mexican cuisine plus creative margaritas
DaCoopas Pizza - Compact pizzeria offering pies, subs, burgers & other eats
Tertulias Cafe - Menu with an array of traditional Columbian dishes & cocktails in a rustic space
Dirty Water Dough Co - Delicious Boston-style pizza with perfectly thin, crispy crust
East Boston Farm Stand - Freshest ingredients used from their own market to make smoothies & sandwiches
 
Best Takeout Spots
 
Dirty Water Dough Co - Delicious Boston-style pizza with perfectly thin, crispy crust
Sammy Carlos Delicatessen - Hefty subs made to order at this homey deli, also offering soups, pasta & catering
Sunny Cafe - Sushi burritos, poke bowls & more Asian-oriented eats at this simple cafe for dine-in & take-out
Santarpios - Best pizza in the city, hands down

 

Dinner Favorites

Reelhouse Boston - Great spot to eat outside for the best city views
Rino’s Place - As seen on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, Rino’s is some of the best Italian food in all of the city
Pazza on Porter - Relaxed yet fun vibe, serving burgers, salads, cocktails & more
Cunard Tavern - Historic East Boston restaurant serving American plates with water views
Santarpios - Best pizza in the city, hands down
Mario's - Lasagna & meatballs, tiramisu & other Italian comfort food in casual space
D'Parma Restaurant - Italian favorites in a warm & cozy environment with traditional accents & full bar
Taco Mex - Tacos, burritos & other Mexican American eats
 
Best Date Night Spots
 
Reelhouse Boston - Great spot to eat outside for the best city views
Rino’s Place - As seen on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives, Rino’s is some of the best Italian food in all of the city
Pazza on Porter - Relaxed yet fun vibe, serving burgers, salads, cocktails & more
 
Best Casual Spots
 
Santarpios - Best pizza in the city, hands down
D'Parma Restaurant - Italian favorites in a warm & cozy environment with traditional accents & full bar

 

Night Out on the Town

Next Door Speakeasy & Raw Bar - Hidden neighborhood bar with unique cocktails & exclusive setting
The Tall Ship - Waterside tall ship with food & drinks stands, and outdoor games
Pazza on Porter - Relaxed yet fun vibe, serving burgers, salads, cocktails & more
The Quiet Few - Neighborhood whiskey tavern right in Jeffries Point
Downeast Cider House - Cider-making facility with tours & waterfront pop-up bar
 
Best Spot for Drinks with Friends
 
Next Door Speakeasy & Raw Bar - Hidden neighborhood bar with unique cocktails & exclusive setting
The Tall Ship - Waterside tall ship with food & drinks stands, and outdoor games
Pazza on Porter - Relaxed yet fun vibe, serving burgers, salads, cocktails & more

 

Community

Constitution Beach - Man-made, crescent shaped, sandy beach with airport views & several ball courts
Madonna Queen Shrine - One of the most remarkable landmarks in Boston, founded by an Italian Priest who committed himself to helping the poor, sick & elderly
Grace Congregational Church - Special events are hosted here such as dinners & community events
 

Fitness

EastieFit - CrossFit, Nutrition coaching & personal training
Planet Fitness - High quality fitness equipment with amenities & low membership fee options
The Point East Boston Barre & Yoga - Community yoga, barre, pilates & HIIT workouts
AXL Cycle Studio - 3,400 square foot studio with 38 bikes & locker-rooms with showers

Parks

Belle Isle Marsh - Boston’s last remaining salt marsh with running, biking, and walking trails
Bremen Street Community Park - 18-acre urban park great for running & biking
East Boston Memorial Park - Urban recreational area with a children's playground, spray fountains & sports fields 
Piers Park - Beautifully landscaped park with direct access to the waterfront
LoPresti Park - 3.4 acre waterfront park with ballfields, courts, splash pad & portion of the Harborwalk
Lombardi Memorial Park - Local green space with benches to sit & relax
Central Square Park - Small park in East Boston's Central Square area with cement walkways, shaded areas & benches (it is also the site of the East Boston Farmer's Market!)
American Legion Playground - Synthetic turf field, walking loop, basketball court, bleachers & picnic area
Constitution Beach - Man-made, crescent shaped, sandy beach with airport views & several ball courts
Noyes Playground - Ball & soccer field with green space & playground for kids
 
Parks for Dogs
 
East Boston Memorial Park - Urban recreational area with a children's playground, spray fountains & sports fields 
Bremen Street Community Park - 18-acre urban park great for running & biking
LoPresti Park - 3.4 acre waterfront park with ballfields, courts, splash pad & portion of the Harborwalk
 

Grocery/Convenient

Shaw’s – Chain grocery store selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses & more
Super Ahorro Grocery & Food - Small local grocer
Saratoga Market East Boston - Local market serving Richardson's ice cream

Transit

Boston Logan International Airport
Blue Line at Orient Heights
Blue Line at Suffolk Downs
Blue Line at Wood Island
Blue Line at Maverick
Blue Line at Airport
Ferry at Lewis Wharf 
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