If you are in East Boston and want a no-frills, seriously good sandwich, this is the spot. I had the Dante's Inferno with roast beef, peppers, and hot sauce, and it was incredible. Packed with flavor and more than filling even in a small size. The setup is simple. You walk in, order, and go. There is limited seating, but that is part of the experience. The woman behind the counter was also really helpful in guiding me to the right choice, and she nailed it. I will absolutely be back next time I am in the city. This place is a must for a great sandwich. read more

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Hands down the best sandwich I've ever had! We got the Italian sandwich with everything on it, including hot peppers, and it's everything a sandwich should be! I could eat those picked vegetables as a dish by themselves. Service was great, ambiance is exactly what you're looking for from a corner sub shop. read more

Quality food made to order. Everyone is very nice and absolutely focused on service and excellent food. Subs, salads, sandwiches... a large sub should keep you busy for two days. The antipasto salad could serve 4-6 people. No nonsense no frills no pretense- just straightforward East Boston food satisfaction. Take out or grab one of three sidewalk tables read more

Old school. No frills. Good service, great food! The lady running the front does a great job

This place is exactly how it should be. No frills, friendly service, with delicious and hearty sandwiches. I love that places like this still exist in Boston and in Massachusetts. Don't ever change! read more

The food is absolutely delicious, the staff is very warm and welcoming. The owner Nick is a man of the people. He's the definition of servant leader in the community always willing to help and donate to various charities and organizations in the extended community. Once you walk in you feel like you're in a traditional old style Italian deli there's no frills and thrills just the smell of great food being prepared and smiling faces behind the counter. The best stuffed peppers in the game. I buy several jaws during the holidays as gifts and people go crazy over them. It's like walking into an Italian family's house on Christmas Eve. Every time you go in there. read more

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I went here because I heard they had a delicious Italian sub..found a clump of hair in my sub (I'm bald) said something to owner and he cursed me out and said I was a freeloading scumbag...won't be going back read more

Best Sicilian pizzas and out of this world stuffed peppers. The owner is also wonderful.

Italian sub is phenomenal- fresh sliced cold cuts - crisp toppings - absolutely delicious !!! And it was stuffed - ate half saving half for later !! My friend got the "Logan". Chicken and eggplant parm on a fresh sub roll - I tried hers too -the sauce(gravy) was delicious !!! They also have stuffed cherry peppers - took a jar to go - soooo good !!! The owner Nick was great - prices were lower than other similar sub shops in the area !! Definitely going back - love this place !!! If I could give more than 5 stars I would !!! read more

Anything I've ever ordered from Carmella's - whether it be a breakfast sandwich (my favorite), soup or their amazing subs - has been fantastic. People from my recent get together are still raving about the amazing subs ! Also get the meatballs ! Carmella's is a neighborhood gem ! read more

Old style city deli with sandwiches. Close your eyes and you can probably imagine exactly how it'll be. Food was great, definitely felt family owned, and the service was pretty fast. Can't beat the prices for what you get either. read more

I love Carmella's! The sweet stuffed peppers are so incredible! My favorite sub of course, is the Italian sub! The meats, cheese, veggies, spices and oil make it THE BEST ITALIAN SUB in Massachusetts!! Thank you to Nick and the crew for always being welcoming and making such delicious food! read more

You won't find better Italian food and a friendlier staff this side of the tunnel. Everything is homemade, fresh and delicious. The owner Nickie is one of the greatest people you will ever meet. Always there for his community and customers. My first stop whenever I am in the city. read more

Best Italian sandwich in East Boston! The owner Nick is a gentleman. This spot is a well known neighborhood Gem!

Sandwich shop that just hits the spot! I had the "Big Nick" chicken cutlet Parmesan and it was perfect!

Lovely people, great food, easy on the pocketbook. What's not to like? Guy behind the counter nicely directed me to a local bakery when I asked for sfogliatelle & he said he didn't have any. Two of us shared a large Italian sub without onions for lunch (which we were told was their best seller.) Sandwich was great and huge! Only downside for us was limited 2hour street parking, but we did find a spot. No indoor seating but there are three tables outside & we ate at one of them. Not exactly a scenic locale but the weather was gorgeous. BTW - my spouse loved the sign on the garbage can so much he took a photo of it. read more

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A true find in the Jeffries Point neighborhood, Carmella's has some of the biggest and best authentic Italian deli sandwiches in Boston. Their imported meats and cheeses are the real deal and you can great deals for buying in bulk. My partner regularly gets a caprese sub with bacon (on a recommendation from the friendly sandwich-maker), and I'm a big fan of any sandwich with their asiago cheese. The storefront is small but there is a table with a few seats for the lunch crowd, also a table outside when weather permits. It's also packed with lots of other Italian specialties that make for great gifts around the holidays (the Ferrara Torrone nougats are our family's favorites). Parking is very limited, but they are less than a 10 minute walk from Maverick square and 1 block away from two stops on the 120 bus route. read more

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It's important that this place not have such a higher rating than the real East Boston gems. The Italian sub was sub par in every way. The chicken parm was good but it's not the best in town. Portions are slightly below average and the price is high. read more

Huge delicious sandwich. Lovely friendly shop. And it is only a 10 minute walk from Logan Airport Terminal A. if you time at the airport, take the walk to Jeffries Point, grab a sandwich and eat it outside along the HarborWalk. read more

Great Sandwich Great Service You gotta try this spot Bringing some home to Cali on the plane Very nice and helpful service read more

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I have eaten at Carmella's for years. The food is outstanding (get the Italian, the parm, or the meatballs!) and Nick the owner is a wonderful, thoughtful neighbor-oriented person. you will never do better on that side of Eastie. DO NOT FORGET TO ORDER YOUR STUFFED PEPPERS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON! I get a jar of the hot peppers and the regular peppers. read more

Everything there is absolutely deeelish!! Owner, family and employees are great friendly people. Love this place!

The best aithentic Italian subs , and chicken parmesan subs anywhere, price is right and the quality is top notch every single time!!

Excellent Italian deli sandwiches. Super fun staff. Lots of hard to find Italian packaged food items. I am in town a few times a year and usually stay at the embassy suites up the road the night before I fly home. If you do the same, take a walk down to Carmella's. You won't be disappointed with the sandwiches. They even have hand stuffed Italian peppers to take home with you. read more

One of the best sausage egg and cheese's around. Simple, classic and hits the spot. Awesome neighborhood shop and staff. read more

Favorite spot to grab a sandwich! Fast, clean, and delicious. The breakfast sandwiches are also so good. read more

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The best sandwiches in Eastie by far! Really kind staff that makes you feel so welcome. Overall, it's a must try place

The sandwich and local neighborhood feel was amazing. Had just landed in Logan and wanted a sandwich from a local establishment and they did not disappoint. read more

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Extremely helpful, great place to store luggage through Bounce. Highly recommend. Ice cream is great, thanks for the travel tip!

Among the very best sandwich places AND markets in all of Boston. The owner, Nick, is always present and loves to talk to his customers. One of Boston's hidden gems and among the very best places in Eastie! read more

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First time at Carmella's today after seeing a post on Facebook. My husband had a delicious chicken parm sandwich.Ordered a small. Large portion. I had an Italian. You could taste the freshness in all of the deli meats. Loved the chopped vinegar peppers too. I have enough for another meal. The staff were all very friendly and when they found out our dog was in the truck she brought him out a puppy cup. It's a little hidden for us south shore folks but we will definitely go back. Highly recommend! read more

I thoroughly enjoy this spot on the east side!! The atmosphere is set immediately upon entry. Aging meat is hanging all around, fresh calzones ready to be cut for your eating pleasure, and all kinds of sandwich options written on the wall. It is a build your own kind of vibe. The owner is present and pleasant. He is detail oriented to ensure you get exactly what you want! The bread is super fresh and a perfect pairing to whatever you build on it. So great! It is not a dine in spot, so snag the sangwich and stroll to the nearby park to chill. Highest recommendation! Bon appetite! read more

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Recommended by a Boston police officer we bumped into at Pier Park nearby. If you are in East Boston, don't hesitate to find your way here and enjoy their subs (the Italian) and pizzas! Authentic and belly warming. Visiting from SoCal, we need a Carmella's in our community, so jealous. read more

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I live close by so it's nice in a pinch to grab a sandwich. I wouldn't necessarily travel to eat from here but great place to have in the neighborhood to get a quick lunch and grab random pantry staples read more

Big Nick was so awesome, serving up some big Italian energy in this authentic Italian deli. We chose to stay and eat and they all were so attentive and friendly. read more

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Moved to Eastie from North End. Someone suggested this small family run business. We loved it and will be back often.

I've been down and out about Roy's closing for the last year. While in Boston I stumbled upon Carmella's Market and holy heck, my dreams have come true. This place is incredible in its own right and also brought over some of classics from Roy's. Todays sandwich, "The Eagle Hill" was lights out incredible. Chicken cutlet, artichoke, feta, balsamic glaze, tomato and seasoning knocked my socks off. So many different flavors going on with great bread. Get over to Carmella's! read more

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The staff are incredibly friendly and it's about as authentic as you can get. Unfortunately I had a bad prosciutto sandwich, but think that was a one-off situation rather than the norm. Would try again. read more

The food was 10/10 The service was 10/10 We are visiting from jersey and found this market on a walk from the Tall Ship last night and decided we wanted to eat here today. They didn't disappoint, at all. Big Nick (I hope that's his name) was superrrr nice and so was the lady preparing the sandwich's behind the counter. I love a place that is very welcoming and then tops it off with great food. And come on, the cherry on top was The Sopranos playing while we ate. read more

Most phenomenal place. I moved into the neighborhood in August, and my boyfriend gets a sandwich there every Sunday. This is the first time I've joined because I have a gluten allergy, and they perfectly accommodated my allergy. They had the best gluten free sub roll I've ever had, and the gluten free pizza is amazing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND to everyone!!! Also, their deli and small grocery are so fresh and delicious. A must try!! read more