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Jeff Schear/Getty Images for NYCWFFBoston area reviewers have given these 10 spots the best of the best status for 2022 for cheap eats around the city. Whether you're looking for some ravioli, a pastry, pizza, exotic imported cheese or a taco, here are some of the best bets when you want something quick and inexpensive.
Vinal Bakery
222 Somerville Ave Somerville, MA 02143
Breakfast sandwiches are great - only seats about a dozen. Get something with maple butter!
Harry's Cheese and Cold Cuts
98 Blackstone St Boston, MA 02109
A small shop that's been around for decades. Imported cheeses and other cold cuts... olives too. You can get validated parking!
El Palmar Restaurant
290 Bennington St Boston, MA 02128
Another compact little spot serving up tacos and burritos... good breakfast items too. Try the cheese pupusa.
Elmendorf Baking Supplies
594 Cambridge St Cambridge, MA 02141
Reviewers say try the pumpkin chocolate bread, sandwiches, blueberry muffin and an iced coffee.
Carmine's Cafe
69 Huckins Ave Quincy, MA 02171
A good spot for pizza and sandwiches... and pick up some meatballs. Cash only but there's an ATM.
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Recreo Coffee & Roasterie
1876 Centre St West Roxbury, MA 02132
You'll see them roast your coffee right in front of you. The smell will invite you in. They call themselves "the living room of West Roxbury."
Mo'Rockin Fusion
100 Hanover St Boston, MA 02108
Inside the Boston Public Market, fresh bowls, falafel, vegetarian and vegan options too.
Magic Bites Bakery
916 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA 02476
Another spot with very limited real estate but lots of flavor. Great pastries. People love the spanakopita and baklava.
Sabella's Ravioli
910 Broadway Revere, MA 02151
Not just ravioli. Lots of traditional Italian favorites. The chicken and broccoli ziti is very popular. Bring cash.
Third Cliff Bakery
3531 Washington St Ste 103 Boston, MA 02130
The spot for croissants according to reviewers.