Great pizza for classic italian pizza lovers with tangy sauce, hand-tossed chewy dough, and specks…read moreof basil. However it may not be the pick for someone who just wants the basic American tasting kind, and not really a dine in kind of place. I also got a ceaser salad and was surprised to see freshly shredded mozzarella on top, something I've never seen before in a boxed salad like that. Overall very nice, wonderfully made. I only gave four stars because it was a bit too tangy for my own personal taste, but I'm sure many others will find it five stars! *Also, regarding the previous comments about the pizza being soupy at first bite, I did not experience this!

Great cheesesteak sammmie!…read more Pizza was ok Would return in a heartbeat for the sammie. Ordering ahead is wise though the online portal is frustrating for sure

Sneaked our way into this place right before close since we didn't make dinner reservations nor…read morewanted to wait longer than an hour. However per my cousin, it was absolutely a gamble getting into Monica's due to its popularity. It's your typical Italian deli and stocked with many of yummy bites. I couldn't pass up the burrata special, holy cow, was this fresh. Every bite I wanted more. The balsamic had a lovely twang to it. Super fresh produce and fresh bread!! Can't beat it!

I came here on recommendation from family as a great North End deli and not-to-be-missed...! There…read morewas a line and it took awhile to get inside and a bit longer to place my order (first timer mistake; skip down to the PRO-TIP if dining here today...!) The servers inside are working their tails off...! Their work pace is not the issue, it's the establishment's popularity...! Looks very authentic inside like a restaurant / deli you might find in Firenze. I decided to order the Italian Sub as they make it; no changes. In hindsight, I should've changed a few things I kind of knew I wouldn't like, but wanted to roll with their take on the classic sub. The bread was very fresh and the meats abundant and plentiful! I was not a fan of the balsamic, nor the "hots" (not "hot" so-to-speak, but kind of a marinated sweet pepper, nor am a fan of sweet pickles. Condiments on their sandwich...? Mayonnaise (none), mustard (none). I believe it's only balsamic and EVIO. I ate a half sandwich and was quite full. I honestly threw the other half out. Wasn't my jam. If you'd like to try it, you can have the full summertime experience and wait in the long line in the roasting sun with no apparent breeze or.... PRO-TIP: Place an order online for pick-up; walk up, go in the second door (to the left) straight to the counter where you pay and pick up your sandwich which will be ready by the time you get there. I will try this place again; I'm just modifying the sandwich to a version I know I'll love. Side note: The chip selection had some crazy flavors I've never seen before such as "Fried Egg"

Incredible - just about identical to what I had at the Florence location. It might be sad, but my…read moreday trip from Providence RI to Boston was centered around getting a sandwich here. I got the La Paradiso which has Mortadella, stracciatella, pistachio cream and pistachio ($19). The focaccia bread is out of this world, and I absolutely love the combination of creamy stracciatella with pistachio cream and mortadella. Their sandwiches are massive, and while I am able to finish one no problem, the average appetite would have two meals out of one sandwich. La Paradiso was the same sandwich I got in Italy so I gotta mix it up next time. The service is quick and friendly.

Wow!! What a sandwich. We tried 3 sandwiches my favorite…read morewas the presidio the pistachio cream was amazing. This is a game changer sandwich place. My husband got the vegetarian with seasoned eggplant, zucchini and sun dried tomatoes. It was delicious but I prefer meat. Also tried the hot Italian; good but presidio took the #1 spot for me. I'd love to try the other selections. Definitely a must try place.

Nice lunch option w/ seating for 20. The staff is very friendly…read more The sandwich itself was amazing. Fresh bread. Good cutlet. Would definitely visit them again.

It's summer weekend and there was a festival this day in the North End. We didn't have…read morereservations. Lines for dinner were so long. We finally got one of the few seats at Dino's. We were hot, starving and tired. My littlest loved his meatball pasta. He looked so delighted when it was set in front of him. He devoured it with the same zeal. It was the best of the pastas we tried. His Italian ancestors would have been proud.

Today was my first time visiting S&L and I have nothing but great things to say. For starters, my…read moresandwich was absolutely delicious! The size of this sandwich is huge and so good, great for sharing! The staff is absolutely amazing, probably some of the best service I have received, they make you feel so welcome and loved! They shared some recommendations with me, so I definitely know what to get next time! Mary and Fran were extremely sweet and welcoming. The restaurant was very clean and the staff also made sure to check in on me and see if everything was good. 10/10 recommend S&L to anyone looking for a great bite to eat. I can't wait to come back!

Great food and energy! Found them on google after landing at Logan from international flight…read more Tired. Hungry, needing something quick and easy. Never a review writer but worth it for this spot. Family energy instantly, *super* quick service, we ate there so we wouldn't have to eat and drive and felt like I was still in a European restaurant w conversation and delish food. We got walnut chicken salad and steak and cheese. Both great. Perfect near airport fill yourself w great food before your trip!

Looking for a great cheesesteak, look no further than here!…read more Sissy and I ordered cheesesteaks and it's definitely rated as first place in our book for best cheesesteaks in the area. Real cheesy which I love! The bro ordered a meatball sub which he enjoyed. Definitely will return if in the area. Also customer service was top notch, really friendly!

This was a takeout order through DoorDash which advertised a discount on an "extra large" sub from…read moreDiblasi's. In the mood for pastrami. It was 1 large sub, not extra large as advertised. The pastrami was a minced product. It was very salty and no other flavor. It was dry and flaky. And frugally dished out on to the sub roll. I would not have this product in my home never mind pay for it in a sub shop. If you can't do a good pastrami just don't sell it.

Everything about Ciao! was awesome but honestly the staff were above and beyond. So friendly and…read morevested in the food and the restaurant. I had the Salsiccia which was amazing. The peppers weren't spicy but added perfect acid to the whole pizza. The dough was amazing and it was flawlessly cooked (which for a true Napolitano pizza is a challenge) which is a good sign for any pizza from here. The wife had the Gnochetti which had the important trick of knowing to mix the gnocchi and the short rib into one amazing concoction. Trust me on this one. We closed with the Nutella pizza which I've had at numerous other restaurants and Ciao's was hands down the best ever. Make sure to save room for this... seriously. We really fell in love with Ciao! and will 100% be coming back the next time we're in town.

We chose Ciao! in Chelsea for its proximity to the airport as we were doing a drop off for an…read moreevening flight. We found the folks here to be so welcoming and genuine in their desire to provide a delicious meal and experience. This is a small casual cafe with takeout service and a small eat in space and in good weather, outdoor seating, though limited. Excellent prompt service by the charming staffers. Four of us shared the Fungi pizza and the Margherita pizza. Both were delicious with a crisp thin crust and so fresh tasting. In addition we tried a plate of their Short Ribs which tasted homemade for sure. The menu also offered several pasta choices. The desserts shared were cannoli, tiramisu and a mousse. All delicious. This is a definite "return to" pizzeria.

Spot across from Encore, easy for takeout or can eat at the counter with stools. I just wanted a…read moresnack so I got mozzarella sticks, they were a good size pretty thick and tasty. My boyfriend got a sandwich roast beef. He liked it but he said he's had better. I would return they have a lot of menu items and food was made quick!

Great food! Fast service…read more Kids loved it too! Comes in takeout boxes as well! Easy parking.

Quality food made to order. Everyone is very nice and absolutely focused on service and excellent…read morefood. 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

If you are in East Boston and want a no-frills, seriously good sandwich, this is the spot…read more 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.

There sandwhiches are so good fresh best of the best there cold cuts are not like any other place…read morethere all imported

An authentic Italian sandwich shop that feels like stepping into a neighborhood market. The front…read moreis stocked with imported groceries, meats, cheeses, olives, and other Italian specialties, while fresh sandwiches are made to order behind the deli counter. Everything is incredibly reasonably priced, especially for the quality. I ordered the Italiano, and it was only $11 and packed with fresh ingredients and full of flavor. I was surprised there wasn't a line when we stopped by around 3:30 p.m. on a Saturday, which made it even better. If you're in the area and craving a great Italian sandwich, this spot is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back!