Greater Boston - Beantown, Cambridge, Nantucket, Providence and Newport

[Shawn]

Originally Posted by xzmattzx

Have either of you ever eaten at Al Forno's? I want to try their grilled pizzas, but getting one to go (on my way to Cape Cod) is too much trouble.

Yes - the last time I was there was November 2018. Absolutely worth it if you have the time, and don't have a problem paying $20+ for a small-ish pizza.

A cheaper option with more seating and less wait time: Caserta Pizzeria in Federal Hill. Bonus: you're less than a 5 minute walk away from Pastiche for dessert.

[Murphy de la Sucre]

Decade ago I sat in car went through down Providence from NYC to Boston region, it was good memory. Dumb enough not enjoying more back then.

[atlantaguy]

Originally Posted by JMKeynes

FABULOUS!!!!

To me, Boston is the most beautiful major city in the US. Newport is beyond spectacular, and Providence is AMAZING!!!

I honestly don't understand the fascination with the Sunbelt. Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, etc. all are so lame compared to these historic, Northeastern gems.

Was this really necessary? I seriously doubt you have ever been to the places you label as 'lame,' so best to keep your ignorant remarks to yourself.

What a fantastic thread, summersm343! I'm up there every Memorial Day week to immerse myself, but always head north to Ogunquit, Portsmouth & Newburyport. Thanks to you, I'll be heading south from Boston next year!

[summersm343]

Originally Posted by Shawn

I've heard lots of good stuff about Persimmon, I've never had the chance. Looks fantastic.

And I'd be dropping the ball if I didn't drop a Pastiche plug into every Providence thread on this forum.

Best. Cannoli. On. The. East. Coast.

Ooh, I'll have to hit up Pastiche next time for sure!

Originally Posted by xzmattzx

Have either of you ever eaten at Al Forno's? I want to try their grilled pizzas, but getting one to go (on my way to Cape Cod) is too much trouble.

I have not. I'll have to check it out next time around for sure.

[summersm343]

Originally Posted by bilbao58

Boston is a gorgeous city and I really cannot explain why I've never spent any real time there.

Yeah, it's very pretty! Worth spending a decent amount of time there.

Originally Posted by JMKeynes

FABULOUS!!!!

To me, Boston is the most beautiful major city in the US. Newport is beyond spectacular, and Providence is AMAZING!!!

I honestly don't understand the fascination with the Sunbelt. Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, etc. all are so lame compared to these historic, Northeastern gems.

I was stunned by Providence and Newport... especially Newport. Blew me away. You don't hear much about it at all, but it's RIGHT up there with the likes of Charleston and Savannah.

Originally Posted by Nightsky

Really beautiful pictures! I love the mix of British and American architecture.

Glad you enjoyed!

Originally Posted by Murphy de la Sucre

Decade ago I sat in car went through down Providence from NYC to Boston region, it was good memory. Dumb enough not enjoying more back then.

Definitely worth it to plan a trip to return!

[summersm343]

Originally Posted by atlantaguy

Was this really necessary? I seriously doubt you have ever been to the places you label as 'lame,' so best to keep your ignorant remarks to yourself.

What a fantastic thread, summersm343! I'm up there every Memorial Day week to immerse myself, but always head north to Ogunquit, Portsmouth & Newburyport. Thanks to you, I'll be heading south from Boston next year!

Glad you enjoyed! Yeah, some really cool spots south of Boston worth a visit. I would 10000% recommend Newport especially to anyone. Pretty awesome place right up there with the likes of Charleston and Savannah.

[geomorph]

Thank you for the Nantucket and Newport coverage!

[Murphy de la Sucre]

I don't know the rest of them but, how come Providence a greater Boston?

[JMKeynes]

Although I'm a Yankees fan, Boston is my second favorite US city. It's stunning, as is all of New England.

Great photos!!

[JMKeynes]

Originally Posted by summersm343

Yeah, it's very pretty! Worth spending a decent amount of time there.



I was stunned by Providence and Newport... especially Newport. Blew me away. You don't hear much about it at all, but it's RIGHT up there with the likes of Charleston and Savannah.



Glad you enjoyed!



Definitely worth it to plan a trip to return!

I love Newport, Charleston, and Savannah. They're very similar, but for the climate.

[pip]

Great pics! I'll be in beautiful safe vibrant Boston soon. Looking forward to it