Boston Pizza Guide: The Best Spots in the City and Beyond

Where to Find the Best Pizza in Boston — Local Favorites & Hidden Gems The Ultimate Guide to the Best Pizza in Boston and Beyond

Discover the best pizza in Boston and New England, from legendary spots to hidden gems — all kid-friendly and parent-approved.

Boston Pizza Guide: A Love Letter to New England's Best Pies

Growing up near New Haven — one of the pizza capitals of the world — means I have sky-high standards when it comes to a good pie.

Moving to the Boston area, I worried: could anything come close to the charred, chewy, tomato-kissed slices of my childhood? I’m thrilled to report that Boston and Greater New England have absolutely stepped up.

In this guide, you'll find a mouthwatering roundup of local favorites — from classic Neapolitan spots to old-school bar pizza joints. Whether you're a fellow pizza snob or just a parent looking for a great family night out, this list has you covered.

Picco: South End Boston

📋 How This Guide is Organized

First, a few editor's picks and personal notes (because pizza love is personal).
Next, a crowd-sourced list based on how many shoutouts each place got in our poll.
Finally, you'll find a detailed listing with Address, Phone, Hours, and Website links.

Updated July 2025

🍕 Top Picks: Editor’s Favorites

Picco (South End, Boston) 👏🍕

Highlights: Neapolitan-style pizzas, housemade ice cream, and crave-worthy mac & cheese.
Vibe: Family-friendly, cozy, and vibrant.
Pro Tip: Save room for dessert — the ice cream is legendary.

Sally's Apizza (Woburn, Dorchester & coming soon to Concord)

Highlights: Legendary New Haven-style pies with a thin, charred crust and bold, nostalgic flavors.
Vibe: A cult favorite turned local treat—classic, cozy, and perfect for purists.

Ciao! Pizza & Pasta (Chelsea)

Highlights: Artisan Neapolitan pies from a tiny, no-frills spot that packs flavor.
Vibe: Unassuming gem, perfect for a casual night out.

All Star Pizza (Inman Square) 👏🍕

Highlights: Big slices with 4 daily options + lots of unique pizza combinations
Vibe: Neighborhood Corner Spot — fast, filling, and tasty.
They achieve that rare and beautiful thing: when the sauce and cheese melt into each other just right — not layered, but fused.

Semolina Kitchen + Bar (Medford)

Highlights: Creative seasonal pizzas and Mediterranean-inspired fare.
Vibe: Casual, stylish, and welcoming, with a big seasonal patio.

Za (Arlington + Kendall Square)

Highlights: Individual specialty pizzas and a simple, quality-driven menu.
Vibe: Family-friendly and casual with great takeout options.

Frank Pepe Pizzaria Napoletana (Burlington, Chestnut Hill)

Highlights: Coal-fired, crispy-chewy crust with signature toppings like white clam and fresh mozzarella.
Vibe: Old-school charm with a bustling family feel—bring your appetite and your crew. Plus, *Foxon Park Soda* - a must try!

Union Park Pizza (Back Bay, Boston)

Highlights: Crispy, thin-crust pies made with house-made dough and sauce. Fresh ingredients, gluten-free options, and creative flavors like Buffalo Chicken and Pesto.
Vibe: Bright, modern, and casual with a friendly neighborhood feel—perfect for a quick slice or a relaxed dinner.

Nicole’s Pizza (South End, Boston)

Highlights: Neighborhood go-to for hearty, classic pizzas, subs, and Italian-American comfort food made with love.
Vibe: A South End staple — casual, welcoming, and perfect for a laid-back slice or takeout night.

Ernesto’s Pizza (North End + Assembly Row, Somerville)

Highlights: Gigantic slices with tons of specialty topping options.
Vibe: Classic Boston vibe — fast, filling, and fun.

There’s something about New Haven–style pizza where the sauce and cheese don’t just coexist — they fuse. It’s not layers, it’s a single molten, tangy-savory top that delivers every bite in balance. You don’t get a mouthful of mozzarella or a blast of sauce alone — it’s all one perfectly blistered whole.

📈 Pizza Power Rankings (Based on Poll Mentions)

🔥 Fan Favorites

Pizzeria Regina (North End, Boston)
Santarpio’s (East Boston)
Cape Cod Cafe (Brockton)

💥 Highly Recommended

Union Park Pizza (Boston)
All Star Pizza (Inman Square)
Ernesto’s Pizza (North End + Somerville)
Sally's Apizza (Woburn, Seaport & Concord soon)
Ciao! Pizza & Pasta (Chelsea)
Max and Leos (Newton, Sudbury)
Upper Crust Pizza (Multiple Locations)
Joanie’s Pizza (Chelmsford)

🌟 Local Treasures

Semolina Kitchen + Bar (Medford)
Za (Arlington/Kendall)
All Star Pizza (Inman Square) 👏🍕
Frank Pepe’s (Burlington) 👏🍕
Town Spa Pizza (Stoughton)
Square Mfg. (Natick)
Posto (Somerville)
Volo Pizza (Swampscott)
Dirty Water Dough (Boston)
Riverview Pizza (Ipswich)
Poopsie’s (Pembroke)
Pleasant Cafe (Roslindale)

🗺️ Full Listings: Pizza Directory

Pizzeria Regina (North End, Boston) 👏🍕

Address: 11 1/2 Thacher Street, Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 227-0765
Hours: Daily 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: pizzeriaregina.com
Notes: A Boston icon since 1926. Legendary brick oven pies — crispy, chewy, and packed with flavor.

Santarpio’s Pizza (East Boston & Terminal C at Logan)

Address: 111 Chelsea Street, Boston, MA 02128
Phone: (617) 567-9871
Hours: Tue–Sun 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: santarpiospizza.com
Notes: No-frills East Boston institution. Order the pizza and the grilled lamb skewers.

Cape Cod Cafe (Brockton)

Address: 979 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Phone: (508) 583-9420
Hours: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: capecodcafepizza.com
Notes: Classic South Shore bar pizza — thin, crispy, and perfect with a beer.

Ernesto’s Pizza (North End + Assembly Row, Somerville)

Address: 69 Salem Street, Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 523-1373
Hours: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: ernestospizzaboston.com
Notes: Gigantic slices and a ton of specialty flavors — great for families and casual nights out.

Ciao! Pizza & Pasta (Chelsea)

Address: 59 Williams Street, Chelsea, MA 02150
Phone: (617) 286-9346
Hours: Tue–Sat 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Website: ciaopizzapasta.com
Notes: Tiny spot making big waves. Neapolitan pies with serious char and flavor.

Dirty Water Dough (Boston) 👏🍕

Address: 222 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (857) 265-3895
Hours: Sun–Thu 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Website: dirtywaterdough.com
Notes: Sourdough thin crust with unique, creative toppings — late-night pizza fix on Newbury Street. We really like it!

All Star Pizza (Somerville / Inman Square) 👏🍕

Address: 1238 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: (617) 547-0836
Hours: Mon–Thu: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun: 11:00 AM – 9 PM
Website: allstarpizzabar.com
Notes: Known for its creative and eclectic pizza offerings, including a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. The menu features unique combinations like the "Buffalo Duck Confit" and "Ms. Piggy's Fig" pizzas. They offer dine-in, takeout, a variety of daily slices and delivery services.

Nicole’s Pizza (South End, Boston)

Address: 636 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: (617) 859-7979
Hours: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Sun 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Website: nicolespizza.com
Notes: Beloved South End staple since the 1980s, Nicole’s Pizza is a family-run spot serving classic pies, hearty subs, calzones, and Italian-American comfort food with a Lebanese touch.

Union Park Pizza (Back Bay, Boston) 👏🍕

Address: 244 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 855-1100
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Website: unionparkpizza.com
Notes: Bright, modern pizza spot using house-made dough and sauce. Known for crispy, thin-crust pies with fresh ingredients and gluten-free options. Fan favorites include Buffalo Chicken and Margherita.

Square Mfg. Co. (Natick)

Address: 935 Worcester Street, Natick, MA 01760
Phone: (508) 545-1283
Hours: Wed–Sun 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Website: squaremfgco.com
Notes: Detroit-style square pies — crispy cheesy edges, thick fluffy centers.

Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana (Burlington) 👏🍕

Address: 75 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, MA 01803
Phone: (781) 272-7775
Hours: Daily 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: pepespizzeria.com
Notes: New Haven classic brought north. White Clam Pizza is a must-try. Foxon Park soda is excellent.

Town Spa Pizza (Stoughton)

Address: 1119 Washington Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Phone: (781) 344-2030
Hours: Tue–Thu 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Website: townspapizza.com
Notes: Classic bar pizza, heavy on the sauce, with a retro family vibe.

Riverview Pizza (Ipswich)

Address: 20 Estes Street, Ipswich, MA 01938
Phone: (978) 356-0500
Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Website: (No website)
Notes: A legendary takeout-only spot. Old-school, thin, cheesy pies.

Galleria Umberto, North End

Poopsie’s (Pembroke)

Address: 243 Church Street, Pembroke, MA 02359
Phone: (781) 293-7960
Hours: Tue–Sat 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: (No website)
Notes: Hidden gem for old-school South Shore bar pizza.

Pleasant Cafe (Roslindale)

Address: 4515 Washington Street, Roslindale, MA 02131
Phone: (617) 323-8535
Hours: Tue–Sun 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: pleasantcafe.com
Notes: Thin-crust pizza institution since 1937. Also known for classic red-sauce Italian dishes.

Posto (Somerville)

Address: 187 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: (617) 625-0600
Hours: Mon–Thu: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM; Fri - Sat 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Sun: 4:30 PM–8:30 PM
Website: postoboston.com
Notes: A modern Italian eatery in Davis Square renowned for its wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas. Signature dishes include the Margherita and Prosciutto pizzas

🍕 Sally’s Apizza (Woburn, Seaport this fall) 👏🍕

Address: 300 Mishawum Rd, Woburn, MA 01801
Phone: (781) 460-9440
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM, Friday–Saturday 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: sallysapizza.com
Notes: Beloved New Haven institution is now in the Boston area! Signature charred crust & classic tomato pie make this a bucket-list bite for pizza lovers. We love Sally's and you will too!

Blue Square Pizza (Hopkinton)

Address: 14 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
Phone: (508) 625-1001
Hours: Wed–Sun 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Website: bluesquarepizza.com
Notes: Detroit-style square pies with big bold flavors.

Nick’s Pizza (Newburyport)

Address: 43 Storey Avenue, Newburyport, MA 01950
Phone: (978) 462-9599
Hours: Tue–Sun 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Website: (No website)
Notes: Casual spot with loyal local following. Hearty slices.

Max & Leo’s Artisan Pizza – Newton & Sudbury, MA

Addresses:
• 325 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02458
• 470 North Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
Phone: (617) 244-7200 (Newton) | (978) 579-9200 (Sudbury)
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM (check location for exact hours)
Website: www.maxandleos.com
Notes: Coal-fired artisan pizza with crisp, charred crusts and inventive toppings. Cozy bar vibe in Newton; larger bar setting in Sudbury. Good 'za. Try Lemon Rosemary wings.

Stoked Pizza Co. (Brookline + Cambridge)

Address: 1632 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446
Phone: (617) 879-0707
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Website: stokedpizzaco.com
Notes: Wood-fired pizza with creative topping combos and a fun, casual vibe.

Dragon Pizza (Somerville)

Address: 233 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: (617) 764-5020
Hours: Tue–Sat 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: dragonpizzasomerville.com
Notes: Hip spot in Davis Square known for inventive pies and cheeky branding.

Galleria Umberto (North End, Boston)

Address: 289 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113
Phone: (617) 227-5709
Hours: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM (or until sold out)
Website: (No website)
Notes: Cash-only North End legend. Sicilian slices that sell out fast. Kind of an institution when it's open.

Leone’s Sub and Pizza (Somerville)

Address: 292 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145
Phone: (617) 623-2223
Hours: Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Website: leonespizza.com
Notes: Home of giant slabs of Sicilian pizza — and killer subs too.

Choate Bridge Pub (Ipswich)

Address: 3 South Main Street, Ipswich, MA 01938
Phone: (978) 356-2931
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: choatebridgepub.com
Notes: Casual pub with surprisingly great pizza — locals love it.

Frankie’s (Worcester)

Address: 118 Highland Street, Worcester, MA 01609
Phone: (508) 797-8000
Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Website: frankiesworcester.com
Notes: Delicious creative pies, Italian eats, and a cozy Worcester staple.

Olo Pizza (Worcester)

Address: 72 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester, MA 01604
Phone: (508) 926-8999
Hours: Wed–Sat 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Website: olopizza.com
Notes: Thin crust, inventive toppings, great vibe for pizza nerds.

Sam and Joe’s Restaurant (Danvers)

Address: 268 Maple Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Phone: (978) 774-5022
Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Website: samandjoesrestaurant.com
Notes: Family-owned, old-school charm, classic pies and Italian-American comfort food.

Pizza Town (Quincy)

Address: 547 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02170
Phone: (617) 472-6010
Hours: Mon–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: (No website)
Notes: Classic neighborhood pizza joint — unpretentious and reliably good.

Denly Gardens (Weymouth)

Address: 740 Broad Street, Weymouth, MA 02189
Phone: (781) 337-6060
Hours: Tue–Sun 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Website: (No website)
Notes: Classic Italian-American spot. Low-key, traditional pizza experience.

Boston may not be known as a pizza capital — (and believe me, as someone with New Haven roots, I get it) — but that’s exactly why a guide like this matters. Good pizza here takes a little more effort to find, and that’s what makes these reader-recommended gems all the more satisfying.

From classic bar pies to bubbling Neapolitans and everything in between, these are the spots locals swear by. And honestly? Hearing directly from the community made it even more fun to put together.

So grab the family, try something new, and don’t forget the napkins. 🍕❤️

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More pizza = more joy.

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Stacey Sao has been the Managing Director of the family-friendly events and activities website, BostonCentral for over 25 years. She continues to enjoy discovering and exploring new places to visit in the Greater Boston area - and takes finding good pizza around here quite seriously. 🍕