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Boston's "Politically Incorrect" North End Food Tour
Boston's "Politically Incorrect" North End Food Tour
Boston's "Politically Incorrect" North End Food Tour
5
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Boston’s “Politically Incorrect North End Food Tours Boston's "North End" is a pocket-sized Italian neighborhood teaming with history and charm. Among the narrow streets, hidden alleyways and park benches you will find The Paul Revere House, and The Old North Church. Absorbing the history and folklore of the North End cannot be done properly without coupling it with the culinary lining of the neighborhood. As home to over eighty restaurants and countless wine shops, bakeries, and Italian salumerias. It is safe to say you won’t leave hungry because I will take you to many of these shops where you will endulge on some of the best foods Little Italy has to offer . The great food goes hand and hand with the great stories Anthony, your local guide,will tell you . Anthony is the only Italian speaking guide born and raised in the neighborhood .Many tours go through this neighborhood and everyone proclaims how local they are . NOT TRUE . Most tour guides are college kids with a summer job .
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alliea47
Mattoon, Illinois47 contributions
Jul 2021
Anthony, aka Flash, is an amazing story teller and brings authenticity to this Italian North End food tour! The people in the neighborhood know him and he appears to really care about sharing his love of the neighborhood and its food with visitors. We had some GREAT food with stories to go with each stop! He isn't afraid to tell you what is "hype" and what is authentic and why! The only downfall was that COVID has prevented a lot of indoor portions of the tour, so we stood and ate a lot of the food outside. I'd have paid a little extra to reserve a table (even outside & I know they are a premium to the restaurants) to sit and eat and hear the stories while I ate.
Written July 27, 2021
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sgreen8038
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • Family
We loved our tour with Anthony. He is hilarious and knowledgable. It was our first time visiting Boston and we wanted to see the best parts of the city. Anthony grew up and still lives in the North End so he was able to tell us so much information about the city and take us to all of the great food spots. We were also surprised the tour was 3 hours long. Most walking tours don't run that long, so it was definitely worth the money. We enjoyed every thing we ate and can't wait to go back and do it again.
Written October 11, 2022
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Lynnny33
London, UK37 contributions
Feb 2020
Thanks Anthony for sharing your knowledge and stories of the north end, it was such a fun and interesting tour. The food stops were faultless and at each place the food was wonderful. Coming back to your home and eating mamma’s home made pasta Bolognese was a lovely personal touch and made a fantastic end to a great experience. I highly recommend this tour if you want the real (unfiltered) deal. His honest candour was a breath of fresh air! Thanks so much Anthony !!
Written February 19, 2020
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Jacqueline C
2 contributions
Jul 2020
So we booked this tour way back on July 11, 2020 (spent $229.77). We went to the spot to wait, but no one ever showed. We tried calling and emailing Anthony, but got nothing. I then received an email a couple of days later saying he messed up with his system. He offered to give us another tour or refund our money. I told him I would like a refund. A couple of weeks went by and I asked again about my refund. His wife responded back that Anthony was in the hospital, but she would take care of it. I felt bad so gave them a break. I then received an email on 8/7/20 that I have been refunded. I read the fine print and it said my refund could take up to 30 days. Well we are past the 30 days and I have yet to see a refund. Beware folks, don't book this!!!!!
Written September 11, 2020
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I realize that guest may be upset that their refund took longer than expected. Unfortunately the problem was for about a month and early in the Covid 19 crises because I literally had to refund thousands of dollars from all the cancellations. Because of the circumstances my refund account was depleted and as soon as i was able to process those refunds I did so. To say the least this isn't a normal situation. On top of the pandemic I had my own Covid 19 scare . All in all this is not the way I usually do business and if you look at all my reviews they are all positive. I know that everyone is suffering through this pandemic and personally with small businesses like myself going out of business I don't think I would of tried to hurt them even more than we have been hurt already by writing a negative review in the worst of times and the reviews will lower my overall average and I find it sad that people jump to online reviews against anybody that's already been beat up enough from pandemic but I guess everyone is entitled to their opinion and me wishing that maybe a more compassionate world will come out of the Covid 19 crises is just a thought and the norm seems to be more about ME ME ME . I'm sorry about you refund.
Written December 10, 2020
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Hannah B
Gainesville, FL5 contributions
Jul 2022
Truly, Flash was a terrific guide. He represents his neighborhood proudly and his stories bring the rich history of the North End to life. Of course the food is delicious: the Italian sub and affogato are the best that you can find anywhere. I wish that I had bought more coffee from Polcari's because my husband loves it and their prices are unbeatable for whole bean. My family enjoyed this outing. I recommend taking this tour when you first arrive Boston, that way you know the best places to dine while visiting. Keep truckin' Flash and thanks for keeping it real.
Written July 25, 2022
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MRTLB
3 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
We recently visited Boston and when I asked my son for a recommendation of a “must do” while we were in Boston he immediately said Boston’s politically incorrect food tour. I signed up and I am so glad I did. Flash, our food tour guide was great! He was funny, personable, interesting and engaging. He told us awesome true stories about the history of the area. He has lived there all his life and so he had a personal connection to his stories. It was evident that the people who lived in the area knew him and liked him. He was open, honest, and not afraid to tell it like he saw it. The food was great. He loves to joke around. Ya never know what he is going to come up with next. So glad we signed up. If you are headed to Boston and wondering what to do for fun- don’t think twice- sign up to spend 3 hrs with Flash!
Written May 6, 2022
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stlmark
st.louis MO134 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Although Anthony arrived about 10 minutes late for our 10:00 am tour he made up for it with some humor and some great stories about the Recent history of the North End. We sampled A variety of food at some places where Anthony grew up. All were good although it would have been nice to include a beverage or even water. Anthony had some great stories about the area where he grew up some history. and was very funny. We learned a lot about the area met some local restaurant owners and had a good time. Would recommend this tour.
Written July 3, 2021
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Claire S
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Friends
Great experience! I really appreciated how Anthony told the story of the neighborhood’s transformation from a working class Italian-American community to a gentrified neighborhood. So many people walking down the street their “hellos” to Anthony, making it clear that he is a fixture in the community. Food was amazing at all locations and Anthony went out of his way to accommodate dietary restrictions for those who asked. Would highly recommend to anyone that wants a truly authentic experience from a born and bred local.
Written June 5, 2023
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S W
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Couples
This was a very disappointing tour. The guide Anthony showed up late & forgot his phone so left again & didn’t care that we were all waiting That’s the only “politically incorrect” part Our group (max 10) was 16 & very crowded We went into a few shops & stood while we tasted a few small food samples It was very hot out but no drinks were ever offered. The “food tour” included 1 slice cheese pizza, 1 piece of ravioli, 2 sandwich slivers, piece of bread, & a small cannoli It should not be advertised as “Mama’s House” as that part has been discontinued. They should still have that part in a restaurant.instead We wished we had gone out for a nice dinner instead of wasting our time Not worth $150
Written August 29, 2021
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287norab123
Bow, NH27 contributions
Sep 2021
Gotta say I was a little apprehensive when Flash showed up. He doesn’t look like your typical professional tour guide. We decided to give it a chance and were rewarded w 3 hours of fun. The North End is clearly his. He paints a picture of what it was like to grow up there as part of a community and identifies how and why the neighborhood has changed over the years. The food stops were all great and he gives restaurant recommendations for future delicious meals. It was good to get off Hanover Street and see the nooks and crannies of the area. The tour is good for locals as well as visitors to Boston. I’d definitely recommend this tour!
Written September 26, 2021
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Is the tour appropriate for 13 and 15 year old boys who are easily embarrassed? Assuming the tour will not include a stop at Momma's house in August 2021, what's the substitution?
Written July 5, 2021
Sorry for very late response . Didn't see this in my app until now but if still interested we compensate and give more food along the stops to make up for the food we had at mamas house . Also the kids would enjoy my sarcasm and no filter attitude. Hopefully info is still helpful . If you haven't already taken tour then I hope to see you soon
Thank you
Anthony
Written August 16, 2021
Hi, we're super excited about this tour but I have a couple of food allergies (pine nuts and sea food). Would the tour guide be able to help with this, ie. let me know what foods are safe?
Written February 17, 2020
No problem, the tour is sensitive to allergy issues. Loved this tour!
Written March 10, 2020
Has anyone done the Sunday tour that includes a full dinner (and is quite a bit more expensive)?
Written May 16, 2019
No but Anthony said it is basically the same with more food at mamas house.
Written May 17, 2019
Can you accommodate gluten allergy? Party of 6 but one is gluten free.
Written March 14, 2019
I think you should contact the tour guide directly; most of the snacks and food had gluten (sandwiches, cookie/crackers, Italian bread, pizza, pasta, cannoli - your friend would still enjoy the info, sights and shops but would have to order different food or bring their own I believe.
Written March 15, 2019
Hi I’m just wondering where the closest place to park would be to the start of the tour.
Written April 6, 2018
Wow, tough question as parking is lousy all over the north end. We usually take the ferry from Hingham and walk all over that area of Boston. Good luck.
Written July 15, 2019
We are older and sometimes keeping up with a fast pace walk could be a problem. Walking on cobble stone is a problem also. How fast does walking your tour go? leisure?
Written January 22, 2018
I'm trying to find the website but not having any luck
Written April 7, 2017
Look up politically incorrect north end food tour and follow links or m you still having a issue call me 617-763-0806
Written April 7, 2017
I'm sorry but that's one I don't have any options. Everything is pasta , pizza, Italian sub etc . I can recommend Michele to par gluten free tour . She actually has a complete gluten free tour . It just would be to hard for me to do .
Written March 28, 2017
What is the cost ? How long is the tour? How do I book it for this up coming weekend?
Written November 16, 2016
The cost was around $50 and the tour lasted about 4 hours. Go to website Bostonnorthendtours to book
Written November 16, 2016
What is the cost ? How long is the tour? How do I book it for this up coming weekend?
Written November 16, 2016
Go to my web site Boston Nirthend tour com and follow book now button. It will show you availability and how to purchase tickets. It's $49 a person includes full lunch and tour . Any questions call 617-763-0806 .
Written November 16, 2016
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