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The Best Old-School Italian Restaurant In Boston, According To A Local

As an Italian food-lover, getting a bowl of pasta stateside that rivals the ones I dined on in Florence and Rome is always top of mind. And as a resident of Boston, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas for almost my entire life, I've had access to some amazing options in a city deeply rooted in history ( the oldest restaurant in Boston was even a beloved spot for JFK ) — including Italian history.

Boston's North End is its 'Little Italy' and is a hotspot for Italian restaurants — ranging from fancier sit-down spots to more casual finds chock full of history and overflowing with delicious food. The North End's main drag — Hanover Street — is packed with Italian eateries and bakeries tha

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