Boston’s Politically Incorrect North End Food Tour
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Boston, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
While Boston is home to lots of different food tours, not many let you eat like a local on a trip around an Italian neighborhood filled with mom-and-pop shops. On this half-day guided culinary tour, enjoy rich coffee, cheesy pizza, loaded Italian subs, and much more as you explore Boston’s North End.
- No need to eat lunch: This tour will fill you up
- Learn facts about Boston’s North End missing from most guidebooks
- Great for history lovers: Explore a former mafia headquarters
- A walking tour lets you enjoy details you’d otherwise miss
What's Included
- LunchWe will visit 5-7 neighborhood eateries where we will sample the best Italian sub ever, some wonderful cheese Raviolis, Pizza and/or Arancini and desserts. Left some things out so you can be surprised
- 3-Hour Politically Incorrect Walking Food Tour of Boston's North End
- See some lesser known sites such as the alleged "Mob House"
- Enjoy the history, stories, and folklore of the North End neighborhood through the eyes of a local
- Visit a unique 94 year old coffee and spice shop
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic BeveragesAll food is included drinks are not but can be purchased at any stop. Soft drinks and alcohol is available
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 25 Parmenter St, Boston, MA 02113, USA
Parmenter intersects with Hanover street which is main street and Salem Street and we meet at the neighborhood local library at 25 Parmenter Street
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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North End
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 13 and older to attend
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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My mother and I had the best tour with Anthony! He gives some history of the area all while making you laugh your head off! All the food was delicious! I have never laughed so hard on a tour in my entire life would highly recommend!
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Travelers praise the tour’s authentic Italian food offerings, highlighting generous portions and a variety of dishes such as subs, pizza, and ravioli. Guides deliver engaging storytelling and local insights, fostering a family-friendly, lively atmosphere. The itinerary features popular eateries and a flavorful neighborhood walk, though some note missed historic sites and fewer food stops. Tour organization receives mixed reviews, with concerns about large groups and unclear logistics, suggesting room for improvement.
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This tour is an absolute must! Anthony keeps you laughing and eager for the next story while helping you experience the North End like a local. The food at every stop was superb, and we’re already looking forward to returning. When we do, we’ll bring a deeper appreciation for the food, the architecture, and, above all, the people.
Tour with adults kids was spot on! Anthony was an original and took us to some of the best the north end has to offer. His language is salty for sure but his stories were engaging. So interesting to hear about the Italian immigrant evolution in this niche neighborhood!
I warned my family that this guide might say things that would offend them. He did but they knew it was coming and they took it with good humor. They said they had fun and learned a few things along the way.
Wonderful tour guide! Great food and exceptional interaction with a man who was born and raised in the North End. Yes, Anthony swears, smokes and is hysterical. You don’t like that, look at the title of the tour! Anthony even gives you a 10 minute grace period where he will refund your money. Every food stop was great. It’s a wonderful and fun way to see the North End and eat some incredible food. We take tours like this all over the world and this was one of our favorites. We will bring our kids, the youngest of which is 21 and take the tour again at some point over the next year!
He’s definitely entertaining and has fun stories to share. He’s brutally honest but that’s what you’ll love about him. Anthony “Flash” grew up in the area so he knows the best food and secrets to getting it! Not much sitting on this tour but the food is abundant and delicious!!! I would definitely do this tour again and bring more friends!
Funny, delicious, entertaining & historical. Easy and o find, great restaurants and stories totally authentic!
Our guide made it a lot of fun! He was a lifetime local and knew so much about the area and people. The food was very good.
The leader, Flash, is a crude but endearing character. He doesn't make a good first or second impression but grows on you with his knowledge and personal stories of the neighborhood.
They will learn about the North send and Italian food. Anthony is a wealth of information and cares about the group’s experience. Do not go on the tour if you are offended by cursing. If you do not go, you will miss out on a memorable experience and great food!
Anthony is definitely politically incorrect and keeps you laughing while being very informative about the neighborhood you are touring. Being a local smarty pants gives him great insight into the history and current culture of the area. The food stops are fabulous. You definitely get full on this tour.
10/10 tour! Anthony was the BEST. He was funny, straightforward, extremely informative. His knowledge about this neighborhood made this tour perfect. We left full and educated about the history of the North End, and he gave us so many recommendations for more places to check out. I would definitely do this tour again!
Great local and history of Italian neighborhood. Lots of original Italian shops from sandwiches to gelato.
This was a great tour! We got to tour the neighborhood with someone who has lived there and was able to provide the local history and unique places!
Anthony was a wonderful tour guide and we enjoyed his stories. The food was fantastic and I highly recommend both this tour and the food that is included.
Anthony the food guide was fabulous. He’s native from the area so he knew all the facts and the best restaurants to eat at. The food stops were so good. Definitely worth taking this tour. Make sure to come hungry.
Anthony, our tour guide started out a bit unconventional but in the end was quite pleasant and knowledgeable.
Great tour! Amazing food with some North End history. Long lines at most of the food stops we had and we bypassed them all. Go hungry - large portions!!
Eey, what can I say? A Cali girl in Boston. Reminds me of locals in SF. Our guide, Anthony, was a Chef's Kiss. It was as if I was traveling with family. Knowledge of all the nooks of the North End. LOCAL LEGEND, HERE. The food is phenomenal. Ernesto's Pizza, Monica's Subs, Espresso Gelato. I will definitely be doing this again.
Very fun and entertaining. Enjoyed learning about the history and culture of the community. Would recommend.
It’s full of great stories and amazing food. Flash has lived in the neighborhood and knows a ton about its history and people. He also knows where to find the best food in an area filled with great food.
This was a great tour. Very casual. Lots of jokes and stories. A few F bombs. It actually went a little longer than the scheduled 3 hours.
If you like getting off the beaten path for a taste of Little Italy of Boston cuisine, this is it. Be prepared for a Rodney Dangerfield experience with an adults only narrator. We had an awesome experience! The food was tasty and the dialogue and stories hilarious. Don't miss this one!
The Italian walking food tour in Boston was a fantastic experience! Exploring the historic North End while sampling delicious Italian food was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Each stop offered something special, from fresh pasta and authentic pizza to delicious pastries and traditional Italian treats. Our guide was hysterical. knowledgeable, and shared interesting stories about the neighborhood’s rich Italian heritage and culture. The tour was well organized, enjoyable, and offered a wonderful mix of history, food, and local charm. Come hungry, as there is plenty to taste! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Boston.
This tour exceeded my expectations. Anthony was full of stories and history of Boston's North End. The food we sampled was amazing. Keep in mind, it is a "politically incorrect" tour. If you're offended by some swearing, it may not be of you. We loved Anthony and would highly recommend him.
Great food, colorful host, very knowledgeable on the history of the neighborhood and the Italian culture.
Anthony was both hilarious and irreverent. Make sure you realize that he’s going to show up late, smoke cigarettes, and curse. Lol his stories about the old neighborhood and growing up in Boston in the 70s were well presented and information informational. We also ate some great food at local restaurants that have been around since the 70s.
Amazing experience, Flash was a great guide. So so funny! And made the whole experience. He knows every CM of the North End.
It was fun, as advertised. He had salty language, which added to the fun! His stories enhanced the experience so much. The subs were absolutely the best we’ve ever had! The ravioli should win an award! Lots of walking, but also plenty of chances to sit down and get to know some of the other guests. I would highly recommend!
The food great and there was plenty of it. The tour guide, Anthony, is an Italian Buddy Hackett. Full of funny stories and swears a lot. He is hilarious. As long as you are not a prude, this is the best food tour I have ever been on. I highly recommend it.
Remember the name of the tour POLITICALLY INCORRECT Food Tour.
Anthony was fabulous! The tour was fabulous.
If a few F Bombs bother you, this tour is not for you. If this is not an issue, you will love it😍
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