Santarpio's Pizza
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Customer Reviews (78 reviews)
araboi
on Citysearch Nov 13, 2009The atmosphere was good, but the pizza sucks. Over-rated. The pizza came out so soggy that it just flopped over and fell apart. We also waited 1 hour just to get in, and 1 hour just to get our pizza. I'd rather have Papa... (more)
gambino
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2009i honestly don't even understand how anyone, can honestly write a bad review on the place. im a top flight italian chef and i can say that you can not beat this pizza. loved the old school atmosphere in this place. die... (more)
EBo1216
on Citysearch May 01, 2009This is a great place to get no frills pizza. The waiters and bartenders for fun to talk to and have been there for years! (more)
Hellome
on Citysearch Mar 17, 2009Okay..Honestly...the pizza was pretty good BUT the waiter was horrible. He was rude, unattentive, gave me the wrong beer, threw our silverware on the table, didn't say hello or thank you(or anything else but "OK"),... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 28, 2008This pizza has good crust and a good sauce. The day I tried it some of our pizzas were burnt, but I've been assured by my friend that was not normal. (more)
lucianoFromRome
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2008I am from Italy, and I realize that American Pizza is different then traditional pizza - but I don't get the hype about this place. It's a completely average American style pizza. The remarkable thing about this place... (more)
Fooooooooooooood
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2008This is the best American style pizza I have ever had. Everything is fresh, delicious and affordable. Lamb kabobs make a great appetizer. It is a little annoying that they only accept cash, but it's worth the effort to... (more)
jessielynn99
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2008I am not from Boston, (LA native) but I have friends who live there and whenever I visit I have to go to Santarpios. The last time I visited was in February and there was a line outside waiting for tables. I braved the... (more)
Eric Grossman
on Citysearch Jul 31, 2008<b>The Scene</b><br>Locals, some of them of Italian lineage, flock to this local institution to soak up the atmosphere. Some posters and photographs hanging on the windowless wooden walls date back to the... (more)
Substantial
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2008I'm a former New Yorker who now lives in Los Angeles where the are no good pizza joints. On a recent visit to Boston I asked my friend to take to a good pizza joint so he brought me to Santarpio's. The pie was outstanding. I... (more)
Sfgogs
on Citysearch Mar 18, 2008If you want maybe the worst service, add on a sprinkle of rude bartenders, long lines and below average pizza, please come to Santarpios. Seriously if you are a local, come on in, if you are not, beware. This place might... (more)
jimmy2112
on Citysearch Dec 15, 2007If you like average pizza, rude and non attentive service, and a ridiculous long wait to get in the place. I would recommend this so called pizzeria. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 07, 2007Santarpios has - quite possibly - the best pizza in the U.S. Sounds extreme, but if you have not had it, you are missing out. The pizza is amazing. The sauce is unique and like no other you've tasted. The sauce is most... (more)
spanner26
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2007This was the Best Pizza place in New England hands down. This place has been there for over 100 years and all the big names have stopped in when in the area and the pictures on the walls show it. I have eaten from this place... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2007You looking for some real pizza? I'm talking the good stuff here. Santarpio's is hands down the best pizza i have ever had. I grew up goin to this place with my big italian family (although it was a little tuff to fit all of... (more)
babsyeastie
on Citysearch Aug 11, 2007I grew up practically across the street from Santarpio's and it's always been a landmark I give when people want directions to my house.... I would never go there on a weekend night or a holiday because the lines are... (more)
ricf964
on Citysearch Feb 28, 2007I live in Chelsea and people have been recommending Santarpios since we moved here three years ago. Recently we were in Eastie and stopped there...and to be honest, we have no idea what people are raving about. The... (more)
bobbyinboston
on Citysearch Feb 25, 2007"Great pizza, no doubt. But there's little atmosphere to speak of, and it can be hard to get to if there's airport traffic." (more)
jonnorthend
on Citysearch Jan 30, 2007I lived in the North End for 10 years and would go to Santarpio's at least once a week. Best sauce and crust. Highly recommend the gralic pizza and the bbq combo (sausage and lamb tips) cooked on their indoor charcoal... (more)
madginmgs
on Citysearch Jan 05, 2007I have been dining out at Santarpio?s for more than 4 years. I cannot complain about the food but the waiters are sometimes impertinent, some of them don?t pay any attention to their clients at all. For instance,... (more)
regularbostondiner
on Citysearch Oct 24, 2006I would go to Santarpio's every weekend if I could! The pizza is fantastic, inexpensive and fast! I went on a Sunday night, good time to go, and there was no line. There isn't much ambiance, but who needs it when the pizza... (more)
desilva
on Citysearch Oct 24, 2006I have lived in Ohio 7 of the last 10 years and every time I come home Santarpios is a must! Even though my Sister moved to New Hampshire I still fly into Logan so I can stop there on the way out. The only pizza place that has... (more)
mikeheights
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2006This is real Boston. I've lived in Chicago for the past few years, and everytime I come home to Boston.....Santarpio's is a must. This is a Boston insitution...plain and simple. My family has been in Eastie since the... (more)
no_mind
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2006I ate there for the first time tonight, and I was amazed. From me that means a lot. My friends will tell you how easily I could just go on a tangent, and bore you with moisture content, density and acidity etc. I have... (more)
brettae
on Citysearch Jun 08, 2006We ate dinner at Santarpio's on a recommendation from a friend, and we are so glad we did! The pizza was great and the service was good as well. The place was very busy on a Friday night, but two can get a table easily,... (more)
gjpodell
on Citysearch May 14, 2006I've been going to Santarpios for decades sometimes 2 or 3 times a week. To know them is to love them, the pizza is Incredible, Buts theres nothing better then sitting at the bar talking sports with Lefty eating a... (more)
eestevez
on Citysearch May 10, 2006Imagine eating a tick slice of soggy bread with gross tomato sauce and a tinny portion of cheese at a trashy joint and you will have experience Santarpios. TERRIBLE! (more)
bos2rsw
on Citysearch Feb 10, 2006As a Bostonian who moved to Florida 4 years ago, I can tell you every time I land at Logan the first place I am going is Santarpios. They have the best pizza of anywhere. The BBQ is to die for. And for anyone who complains... (more)
happyheart1220
on Citysearch Jan 11, 2006This is the place to go if you liked to be yelled at for not clearing the 6 empty dixie cup size glasses (last time I checked that was the waiter's job) eating half raw sausage, bricks (oops sorry I meant bread) and pizza... (more)
worldburnstodeath
on Citysearch Nov 15, 2005after reading all 53 reviews on this site, i realize that most people come here for the ambiance and that most of them can't appreciate what Santarpio's means to most of Eastie, without question it the best pizza in... (more)
silvashockers
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2005I have been going to Santarpios for the past twenty years and there is absolutely no experience like it. My father grew up in East Boston and his family has been going there since the 1930's. We used to drive down from New... (more)
chryslercav81
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2005Hands down the best place in the area to eat. My buddies and I eat here religiously on Fridays (get there before 5pm or you'll be waiting outside for a table). If you have the appetite for it, get a combo (lamb and sausage)... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 23, 2005This place is like the 80's...bi hair and tight jeans. The staff is rough and there's no b.s. unless your an Eastie resident and you've been there more than once. Everyone needs to go in and eat at least once in their... (more)
willy72
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2005I am 32 years old and live in the South Shore and I travel to Santarpios through Boston once a week for the great food, inexpensive menu, and friendly treatment from Lefty and Carl at the bar.(That Boston accent makes... (more)
rasso
on Citysearch Nov 17, 2004Nothing has changed at Santarpio's since the place open three generations ago. Start with with a Sausage & Lamb BBQ combo with freshly baked crusty Italian bread with cherry hot peppers. With any luck Lefty will be on... (more)
tgirls
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2004My cousin and I have been going to Santarpio's since we were kids. These guys can be a little rough but trust me they are GREAT people. The pizza is the best WE have ever had. Its just a great place to kick back in jeans and... (more)
kenji04
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2004I really think that Santarpio is the best pizza in Boston. The people are friendly and food always melts in your mouth. You want to come back for more to enjoy great pizza. (more)
michele
on Citysearch Dec 11, 2003Santarpios' is the best, I've been going there for years. I love this place, haven't been there in awhile, just thinking about it now makes me want to be there. It's great. (more)
tuggnutt
on Citysearch Oct 07, 2003Santarpio's gets this review from a born and raised Bostonian! I left 16 years ago to move to Florida and anytime I go home to Boston, I go eat at Santarpio's. The place has been family owned for something like 75 plus... (more)
jwhite72
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2003Santarpio's is absolutely the best pizza in the U.S., not to mention the most succulent lamb around. I live in California now and I have literally cried over the lack of even half way decient pizza. I lived in Boston... (more)
dandbear
on Citysearch May 19, 2003Worth the adventure. Physically the space is nothing (more like a bad cellar conversion to a den). But you're here for the food!!!! Everything is fresh, made to order and served H-O-T. Order anything you desire -... (more)
bigpoppacazz
on Citysearch Apr 22, 2003ive had pizza's from all over and NOBODY , I Mean NOBODAY has a tastier sauce,crust, in fact the pizza is so light you can finnish one off by yourself. The proper protocal is order a sausage or lamb tips before eating... (more)
Danya1996
on Citysearch Apr 22, 2003Santarpios is the best pizza in boston....a classic hole in wall, tons of character and flavah!! EXCELENTE!!! (more)
edithdoll
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2003Grew up going here and still love to eat here. They make a great, thin crust pizza and excellent barbecue. The service is far from warm and fuzzy, although the place is full of character and local history. Not only the... (more)
charbojr
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2003Charcol fired grill pizza. Serving simpley delicious pizza. Start with and order of the lamb and sausage kabobs. The staff is East Boston and friendly and the line outside of this establishment is a testiment to the... (more)
franme
on Citysearch Feb 09, 2003This bar/restaurant serves up the best charcoal grilled lamb tips and sausages along with original old time brick oven baked thin crust pizza. you may have to wait in line a bit if you arrive after 7PM on a weekend... (more)
10lamson
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2003Have been going for years. The ambiance is quite unique not the best, but unique I would say, who cares anyway the pizza is the best in the area. (more)
ms2588
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2003THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST PIZZA ANYWHERE THIS SIDE OF THE CALIFORNIA COAST LINE !!!!! ALWAYS EXCELLENT LAMB AND SAUSAGE FOLLOWED BY CHEESE XTRA CHEESE AND WHITE GARLIC XTRA CHEESE....AND ALWAYS COLLLDDD BEER... (more)
cquint
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2003This is the best place in the U.S. A. My friends who fly into logan ask if we can go for pizza first. They always order one plain and one lamb shishkabob. Noone is ever unhappy. The service is always excellent and... (more)
myanelli
on Citysearch Dec 23, 2002I lived in eastie Most of my life.. and this place was always hopping and you waited an hour just to get pizza..it was to die for espcially the extra cheese pizza.. (more)
mred
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2002Best garlic pizza ANYWHERE! This place is worth the trip. Terrible parking but great FOOD! (more)
vethomecalls
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2002It's good pizza only because the restaurant is in Boston and not New York. New York has the edge on us, not in baseball but in pizza. But, unless you're going to take the 4 hour drive, this is the place to go.... (more)
romcl
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2002The best pizza ever!!!!!!! The atmosphere is about 1971 and that makes it cute. Service is attentive, best to keep the staff on your side. Parking can be difficult, but it's worth it.... (more)
jgingras_007
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2002Santarpio's Pizza is great. They have an awesome BBQ plate and incredible pizza that will make you come back for more. I highly recommend it. (more)
pmer333
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2002Horrible! I shutter at the idea that this restaurant is recommended to represent the Boston area! The waitstaff is rude, the place is filthy, and the food is nothing to write home about.... (more)
autjohn
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002i've been going to santarpio's since for the past 30 years and i think it's still the best pizza around! (more)
dave_delong
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002It's the first place, as a kid, you had really good pizza besides the European! (more)
jaimie_flaherty
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2002Bertucci's BETTER than Santarpio's? C'mon!! Santarpios is a Boston MUST for pizza. Bertucci's pizza quality changes between every restaurant. They are inconsistent in quality, freshness and taste.... (more)
cathig5
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2002Best Pizza around. Don't forget to order the sausage, too. But don't look too carefully at the decor or general cleanliness......most NOT for the squeamish...... (more)
beantown
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2002Simply the best pizza there is. Everytime I'm hungry for pizza I make the drive. It's worth it. If there's a line... wait. Service is friendly and quick. If you have a date you want to impress with your knowledge of the... (more)
lincoln1
on Citysearch Sep 08, 2002Pleasant smells, assult your senses, upon entering this appealing resturant, to say nothing of the delicious tastes awaiting your pleasure... (more)
hrdhtr
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2002The best pizza in the city. Plus the place is a barrel of laughs between the gritty wait staff and the people who go to a pizza joint and do not actually know what they want. I have been going there for many years and I have... (more)
rozverone
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2002THis pizza is yummy, and I dream about going there. I could eat their pizza everyday. It is better to take it out, then eat in the restaurant. All my out of town guests agree that this pizza is the best.... (more)
nobbielab
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002Love the atmoshere at this Easty institution. The garlic pizza is to die for. Wonderful crust, the sauce is just right just enough cheese and lots of garlic. (more)
dgauth
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002Thin crust pizza at its best. The tastiest sauce, and just the right amount of cheese. There's not an ingredient that isn't just right. (more)
Spookieken
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002Santarpio's has the best pizza in town, by far. It's not the most elegant of restaurants but, if you just want to sit back, relax and have some great pizza and a couple of beers, this is the place for you. The prices are... (more)
jezebel313
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002I have lived in many places and have traveled to far off places and no one but no one has pizza like SANTARPIO'S. I have this pizza at least once a week it's that good, you get fresh veggies and meat and if you want garlic... (more)
spbcollins
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002I drive over 40 miles to have a pizza at Santarpio's. I have worked and lived in Boston for over 30 years. Nothing tops a Sausage Pizza from Santarpio's (more)
peppermd
on Citysearch Aug 04, 2002Yes, it's a hole in the wall, but it serves up great pizza. Not much more to add. (more)
goofy01
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002It's kind of a dive but it's the best pizza I've ever had!! If you don't mind the waitress/waiters yelling back and forth then you'll love it. (more)