Santarpio’s Pizza

Pizza

Santarpio’s Pizza has been a beloved East Boston institution for generations, serving locals and visitors alike since its beginnings as a bakery in 1903. In 1933, Frank Santarpio introduced pizza to the family business, transforming it into one of Boston’s most iconic pizzerias. Known for its classic New York-style pizza, the restaurant has built a loyal following with its perfectly charred crusts, rich toppings, and old-school atmosphere. Still family-owned today, Santarpio’s continues to reflect the strong Italian-American roots of East Boston. Beyond pizza, the menu remains famously simple, featuring favorites like barbecued lamb, steak tips, and sausage. The restaurant’s no-frills charm, once defined by boxing memorabilia-covered walls and famously blunt service, has become part of its legendary appeal. Over the years, Santarpio’s has evolved slightly while preserving the authentic character that has made it a Boston dining landmark for nearly a century.

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