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Best Pizza Spots in Boston

By American Eats Staff
September 21, 2021
Armando’s Pizza
Jinny’s Pizzeria
Source Restaurant
Pizzeria Regina
Area Four
Pastoral
Brewer’s Fork
Hotbox
Dragon Pizza
Armando’s Pizza
Jinny’s Pizzeria
Source Restaurant
Pizzeria Regina
Area Four
Pastoral
Brewer’s Fork
Hotbox
Dragon Pizza

Boston’s pizza scene isn’t as hyped as other major cities. Sure, Boston may never reach Chicago or New York pizza heights, but the city still boasts its little-known pizzerias. At one end, you will find some of the best restaurants serving up memorable and tasty pies, while on the other end, there are no cash-only and no-frills joints.

Boston is known for its old restaurants that still toss dough around. However, the city has seen a new wave of new pizza makers who are no longer stuck to tradition. They are coming up with their unique pizza-style permutation and loading our pies with gourmet toppings. Here are some of the top pizza spots in Boston.

 


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Real Italian Gusto

 24 High St, Medford, MA 02155,
(781) 396-1656

It is an Italian-owned pizza joint that promises authenticity. All those pieces you yearn for are available at Real Italian Gusto. Indeed, Real Italian Gusto is a Medford pizza spot launched in 2015. It is known for its range of delicious pies, including the Umbria and the Calabria. Real Italian Gusto offers delivery services through Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash. It is also open for takeout and indoor dining.

 


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Armando’s Pizza

163 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138,
(617) 354-8275

It is a popular pizza point that has served the greater Cambridge’s Huron Village for over three decades. Armando’s is a type of pizzeria known for its unique wooden booths decorated with kid’s soccer team photos. Pizzas available at this pizzeria include the Sicilian, thin-crust pizza, and many more! The pizzeria is open for both delivery and takeout services.

 


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Jinny’s Pizzeria

 1231 Centre St, Newton, MA 02459,
(617) 467-4764

Are you looking to dine in a sophisticated pizza place? Head over to the Newton-based Jinny’s Pizzeria. It is an eatery that uses slow-fermented dough to form its pies. They are cooked in a wood-fired oven to make them feel like a crispy crust. Its toppings reflect Italian flavors stemming from anchovies to puttanesca, broccoli rabe, and chorizo. Pizza is the main menu here, but you may still find a bunch of marinated squid salad and Sicilian-influenced bites.

 


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Source Restaurant

27 Church St, Cambridge, MA 02138,
(857) 856-6800

Source Restaurant is the source of legit pizza in Boston. It is a Cambridge gastropub that uses local and seasonal ingredients to prepare its wood-fired pizzas. Since commencing its operations last year, Source Restaurant has gained a huge following due to its yummy delicacies. Its wood-fired pies are available with premium toppings and plenty of char. Although most dishes at Source Restaurant are non-traditional, thousands flock to this place to enjoy its wood-fired pepperoni pizza. It comes crammed with vincotto and Roni cups to allow for drizzling and dipping pleasure.

 


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Pizzeria Regina

11 1/2 Thacher St Boston, MA 02113,
(617) 227-0765

It is a classic North End pizza joint, which could double as a movie theatre. It is housed in the oldest brick building in the North End. Pizzeria Regina features framed celebrity headshots and well-worn booths. Its pizzas are served while fresh and direct from the oven. The atmosphere will make you feel like you’re at home with a pitcher or pie. However, come prepared to camp outside for a few minutes because Pizzeria Regina is always crowded. But your wait will be well worth it.

 


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Area Four

264 E Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02118,
(617) 758-4444

It is a beloved North End pizza point where regular queues line up as early as 10:30 am. No locals would risk missing out on a super-cheap and thick Sicilian pie. People dining at nearby restaurants are used to grabbing a slice of this pizza while they wait to be served. Area Four accepts only cash, but this shouldn’t be an issue, given the low prices of their pizzas.

 


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Pastoral

345 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210,
(617) 345-0005

Pastoral is a Fort Point restaurant featuring an urban farmhouse aesthetic. It is known for its unique pizzas, which are topped with house-made ingredients and fresh veggies. Those who don’t eat wheat should rest easy at Pastoral. All pies at this restaurant are made from the wheat-free crust. Weekends are usually calm, but you can expect a rush on busy Fridays.

 


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Brewer’s Fork

 7 Moulton St, Charlestown, MA 02129,
(617) 337-5703

Head to Charlestown and dine at this spot, known for its craft beer and delicious wood-fired pizzas. The joint has taken a break from tradition, and it uses local ingredients to dress its pies. Brewer’s Fork dough is impressive for most crust-lovers. Pizzas at this place come out of the wood-fired oven with air bubbles and a perfect rise for optimal satisfaction.

 


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Hotbox

1 Bow Market Way Unit 6, Somerville, MA 02143,
(617) 284-9600

Hotbox is a popular pizza spot located inside Union Square’s Bow Market. The place dishes out pizza and roast beef through the Bay State. Its crustier pies are better known to residents as bar slices.

 


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Dragon Pizza

233 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144,
(617) 764-5026

Dragon Pizza is a playful yet unpretentious pies joint situated in Somerville. The Davis Square pizza joint serves the region with delicious go-to classics and a few more inventive pizza options. If you’re an adventurous eater, try out the Maple Bacon Pizza, while a conventionalist would rather stick with the Three Cheese. Dragon Pizza also offers a fun Italian-Chinese mashup that comes topped with peanuts, kung pao sauce, pepper, and Szechuan-based chicken.