After leaving the Old North Church, we decided to get something to eat. Eating is not a problem in Boston’s North End as there are over one hundred restaurants in this section of Boston.  We decided on a snack to get us through the rest of the day so that we could enjoy a meal that evening.

As we turned back onto the street toward the Revere House we saw a very authentic looking Italian coffee and pastry shop called Caffe Vittoria.  As soon as we entered the cafe we knew we would enjoy our visit.  Outside was Boston but inside the  caffe was Italy.

Keeping somewhat to our plan, we ordered coffee and pastries. Caffe Vittoria has a great selection of coffees; you may want to try an Italian coffee.  I had an eclair which was wonderful but we also had cannoli and chocolate ganache.

If you come to Boston’s North End you will see people lined up to get fast food pastries and walking away with their white bags or boxes.  I am sure their pastries are good and they will enjoy them but they are missing out on so much.  If you go, take a few minutes to sit down and have a cup of coffee as you travel back to another time in old Italy.