Because the Boston Marathon is coming up, let's carbo-load in East Boston

1 min readBy Maureen DahillPublished On: April 13th, 2025Categories: Eat and Drink0 Comments

Whether you’re running the Boston Marathon or just cheering on the runners, you can carbo-load your way around the neighborhood! Here are our picks!

Mida

Mida is hosting a Mangia Marathon from April 20th – April 21st! Fuel up with FIVE of your favorite pasta dishes (plus insalata & sourdough bread) — all Heartbreak Hill Running Co. approved! $80 | Serves Two Perfect for runners, spectators, and pasta fans alike.

Santarpio’s

Nothing’s more perfect than a classic cheese pizza from the legendary Santarpio’s

Rino’s

If you like large portions of delicious pasta, Rino’s is the spot for you! Try the gnocchi sauteed in a fresh plum tomato sauce and topped with fresh mozzarella and baked to perfection!

Pazza on Porter

Pazza on Porter features Alla Pazza made with fussili, vodka pink sauce, sausage, mushroom, spinach and cherry tomato!

Spinelli’s

Spinelli’s features a whole slew of Italian pasta dishes including their famous Chicken, Ziti, Broccoli Alfredo! Pick it up and enjoy at home! You can check out their full menu here!

Tuscan Kitchen

Present your 2024 Marathon Big at Tuscan Kitchen Seaport for a Complimentary Signature Bolognese!

Did you we miss your favorite pasta spot in the neighborhood? Let us know in the comments below!

Maureen Dahill

Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.

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