National Pizza Week – Let’s Celebrate in the Neighborhood of East Boston

Embark on a culinary adventure through East Boston’s vibrant pizza scene with our round-up of timeless favorites and innovative newcomers! From Santarpio’s iconic Boston-style slices to Woody’s wild Hot Cheetos menu, East Boston’s pizza culture is a journey best taken by the hungry.

Santarpios: 

An Eastie institution, Santarpios has gained worldwide notoriety for its Boston-style slice. Santarpio’s dates back to 1903, and still retains much of its old-world interiors and charm. The Santarpio family continues to own and operate the restaurant, which stands as one of Boston’s first pizzerias, established to serve the Italian American community that immigrated to East Boston and its neighboring areas. Today, the iconic establishment has earned accolades from Boston Magazine, Food & Wine, and more importantly, remains a beloved fixture in the East Boston community.

 111 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128

Kelleys Square Pub

Are you a fan of thick Sicilian-style sheet pizza, or partial to the traditional triangle slice? Either way, Kelleys Square Pub has an option for you. The classic EB outlet provides an exceptional blend of top-notch cuisine, world-class spirits, and an extremely Eastie experience, wether your dining in or enjoying a pizza on the go.

84 Bennington St, Boston, MA 02128

Milano’s Delicatessen 

Keeping Eastie’s Italian tradition alive, Milanos has been serving the East Boston Community for over 35 years. Adhering to a simple yet profound motto: “cook everything fresh and simple,” Milanos simple bakery pizza is a comforting classic that elevates the typical takeout pie by using only the freshest ingredients.

978 Saratoga St, East Boston, MA 02128

DaCoopas

The East Boston pizza spot most recently reviewed by Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports fame, DaCoopas, is a 60-year-old East Boston staple. The outlet not only earned a spot in the Eastie pizza landscape but impressed pizza-aficionado Portnoy with a commendable score of 7.8.  You can check it out here. 

474 Saratoga St, East Boston, MA 02128

Dirty Water Dough

This creative pizzeria, known for extending free pies to the renters who live above their East Boston outpost, opts for beer in their dough instead of water, resulting in a slice with a soft interior and a delightfully crispy exterior. Incorporating their home-brewed Dirty Water IPA into the pizza dough is not only a funky flavor play but a nod to the city’s past when beer was used instead of water due to the Charles River’s pollution in the 1960s. Dirty Water is also a BYOB spot!

20 Maverick St, Boston, MA 02128

Mida

A relative newcomer to the Eastie pizza scene, Mida’s innovative pizza deserves a mention in our list. With one of the best views of the city in all of Boston, enjoy a night out with Mida’s Italian inspired menu of hand-made pastas, pizzas, and fresh wines.

65 Lewis St, Boston, MA 02128

Honorary Mention: Woodys Pizza

This no-frills pizza joint doubles as a liquor store. What more could you need? And we did mention they have a Hot Cheetos Pizza?

9 Barnes Ave, Boston, MA 02128

Where’s your favorite spot in the neighborhood for pizza? Let us know in the comments below!