Boston North End Walking Food Tour
Discover a Tasty Adventure on Your Own in the Heart of Boston.
Mar 29, 2009
Visitors to the North End can explore this culinary haven right in the heart of Boston. Located conveniently near Haymarket station and Fanuil Hall, this old neighborhood has a lot to offer when it comes to rustic and gourmet Italian food. Discover wonderful restaurants and cafes offering homemade pasta dishes, gourmet pizzas and sweet tasting gelato.
Getting Around The North End
The great thing about this section of Boston is that it can be explored by foot, as there is limited parking in the immediate area. But, if the need to bring a car is necessary, there are ample parking lots and garages nearby. While dining in the North End, most eating establishments offer discount validated parking at the Parcel 7 Garage close to the area .The North End is easily accessible by public transportation on the Orange Line at the Haymarket station stop. To start this food venture, print out a map of the North End and start walking along the streets to discover over 100 unique eateries.
Specialty Food Shops, Restaurants, Bakeries and Butcher Shops
For the avid cook, there are plenty of places to shop to find gourmet goodies. One particular place that has interesting Italian specialties is Salameria Italiana on 151 Richmond Street. Started over 40 years ago by Erminio Martignettii, this specialty food store carries some of the best olives oils, cured meat and cheeses and balsamic vinegars. The employees are super friendly and offer outstanding customer service. The store offers adequate samples of their varied cured meats such as prosciutto and salami, aromatic balsamic vinegars and Parmesan cheeses. This place is definitely a must for home cooks. Visitors who do not live in Boston can have some of these specialties delivered to their home through their online website.
Here are some additional recommendations to look for while touring the North End.
- Trattoria II Panino Express-266 Hanover St, Boston
- Offering huge selections of homemade pasta dishes, pizza and Italian subs. Great place for a quick bite to eat and affordable.
- Maria’s Pastry Shop-46 Cross St, Boston
- This is a family run business since 1982. Offering authentic Italian pastries, cakes, cookies and breads. The pastry shop has seasonal specialties, which can be delivered to your home.
- Gigi Geletaria-272 Hanover St, Boston
- Italian style homemade gelato with a variety of close to 50 flavors! Awarded by Boston Magazine for the best gelato in 2006.
- The Wine Bottega-341 Hanover St, Boston
- A wine store with a helpful layout of wines organized by the “weight” and intensity of flavor and from light to full bodied. There is a wide range of wines from familiar producers, but also a good selection of lesser-known producers that are of great value for the budget wine drinker.
- Sulmona Meat Market-34 A Parmenter St, Boston
- Your selection will be cut to order at this butcher shop. Very unique with their offerings of homemade pancetta, sausages made with pork including Abruzzese. This shop does not accept credit cards. Cash only.
- Café Fiore/Ristorante Fiore-250 Hanover Street, Boston
- This restaurant has a contemporary atmosphere with a menu of Italian/American favorites with a full bar. Nice dining experience for summer outdoor dining on the patio and roof.
References: northendboston.com
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