Ernesto's Pizza

This place seemed to be a popular spot with the locals so I decided to give it a try. While not the best slice I’ve had, it stopped my rumbling stomach. Maybe it was the slice I chose (chicken, ricotta and pepperoni) but it definitely looked better than it tasted. I left satiated but not satisfied. Not sure if I’d return but if I did, I would probably just get a plain pepperoni slice.

The pizza was good, but the service was horrible! Of course, whenever you order pizza you have to order a fresh whole pie straight out of the oven. Otherwise, you’ll be stuck with a slice that has been sitting for who knows how long, which has lost all of its flavour. So yes the pizza was good, but when we asked for a few glasses of water, we had a rude response from the staff and were forced to buy bottled water. Naturally, I recommend that you don’t waste your money at Ernesto’s pizza.

Go for: Substantial selection of high-quality pizza by the slice - like any good pie, you can taste it in the cheese and the crust.

Avoid if: You're claustrophobic.

Something surprising: Each slice is really two slices. You'll be well-fed for less than $10 (as of 2025...)

Reservation needed? No, counter service only. Get in where you fit in.

Overall Experience: 4/5. It's a hole-in-the-wall establishment, but the pizza can hold its own. For anyone visiting Boston, this is a no-nonsense establishment, so don't expect to be doted on. They have lots of different varieties. Seating is limited, so expect to wait for a table sometimes, or eat outside during the summer.

Value for Price: 5
Sanitation: 3
Food Quality: 4
Menu Precision: 5
Service Quality: 3
Timing: 5
Decor: 3
Access: 4
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5 among the best
4 strong
3 not too bad
2 mediocre
1 never again

Holy cow this place is awesome. The line moves quickly and the pizza is delicious. Have you ever had pickles on pizza? Me neither until I came here. The cheese burger pizza is so freaking cool and whacky and it 100%works. My wife doesn't eat much meat and took multiple bites. I mean special sauce and pickles and lettuce and burger. Oh man. If you have any cravings out there this is the place to fill them. Huge reminder a slice is actually two slices here so be aware. Yummy and we will be back for sure.

It's a Boston pizza place with pizza. I like pizza, and their pizzas are neat. Nothing to write home about, but I've literally never written home about anything. Who would even do that?

The staff were friendly, and unlike other places, people got their food and moved on immediately afterwards. Time is more valuable than pizza.

The potatoe and banana pepper pizza was a little weird.