All'Antico Vinaio

Everything tasted super fresh. The bread was crunchy but thin enough that it didn’t scrape up my gums, the stracciatella was creamy and mild, and the pistachio cream was nutty with real pistachio pieces and just a touch of sweetness—perfect with the mortadella. The sandwich is huge (I could only finish about half). It did start to feel a little heavy toward the end, but overall it’s easily a 9.8/10—honestly one of the best sandwiches I’ve had. A little balsamic glaze, sun-dried tomato, spicy eggplant, or arugula could add a nice contrast to balance the creaminess. I know a lot of people said it’s pricey but the same sandwich would cost $22 (before tax) in Seattle and one slice of prosciutto burrata pizza from eataly is $17 after tax, so I’m happily paying $18 for this. Definitely coming back for more.

Saw the crazy lines during their opening week and finally got to try it this Friday. The line wasn’t too bad when I came by in the afternoon (just stretched to the edge of their patio), but it still took a bit over 30 minutes. Funny enough, that’s about the same wait time as the Table Mercato subs, though this one felt oddly longer. Probably because the sandwiches come together much faster, and the checkout process could use some streamlining. The sandwich here was somewhere between a crispy French baguette sandwich and an Italian focaccia sub. Their house-baked schiacciata was flat and crisp (didn’t get soggy for a while) but the sandwiches were a little too simple for the price. I get that this is a rarer Italian sub style in Boston (most spots stick to focaccia, Italian bread, or French loaves), but I’m not sure the novelty alone justifies the hype. La Paradiso – With double pistachio (cream + crumbles), I expected a full pistachio dominance, but the flavor was subtle. The stracciatella cheese ended up being the louder element. It was still pleasant, but not what I imagined from the description. La Schiacciata del Boss – Was super excited for the truffle cream, but it got buried under pecorino. It did amp up the umami-on-umami effect, but for $19, I wanted a little more dimension. A pistachio cream here might’ve actually worked better.

Having a sandwich with schiacciata bread is indescribable. The crunch and bite are excellent. It's something everyone should try. I thought the creams would be overpowering but they are the perfect complement. Had the truffle prosciutto special and it was great. Staff was very nice and helpful. Sandwiches are reasonably priced. Italian contemporary music is a nice touch.

The manager was super friendly. The restaurant was very clean. The vibe was very authentic. The sandwich was okay. Good but not as special as I thought it would be. The filling portions are just okay. For the price I expected much more filling and much more generous portion. The taste was good but not amazing. The focaccio bread was excellent. Overall about $40 for two sandwiches plus tip.

The service and atmosphere are phenomenal. In front of you, the staff prepare the sandwich using fresh ingredients and make the flatbread on the spot. The sandwich tastes amazing. I hope to have better luck next time by getting a thinner bread. I'll be back :)

Packed here on a Sunday afternoon with a long line of people waiting to order. Had to wait about 15 mins odd to order which was fine. I got the La Broadway sandwich which was superb. I didn’t expect it to be super filling but by the end I was struggling to finish. They also have some wines, spritzes and soft drinks to help wash down the food. Definitely worth the hype and the food was delicious.

Italian restaurant that serves delicious sandwiches. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and authentic Italian vibe. Fast service: make a line, see the menu while you wait, order, they’ll prepare the sandwich right in front of you, slicing meat and cheese right there, then go ahead and pay.

All'Antico Vinaio, a dream come true in Boston, we only hope they open in Montreal in the future. We tried their sandwiches in Rome and loved the pistachio cream. This time, in addition to L'Italiana (the same one in Rome), we ordered La District and La Genovese, and they were incredibly good. Unbeatable location. Highly recommended!

The sandwiches are incredibly fresh, with soft, just-baked bread and high-quality ingredients that you can taste in every bite. Everything feels made to order, making this spot an easy favorite for anyone looking for a truly fresh Italian sandwich in Boston.

Life is short..F...it up ! Family, Flavor, Friends Was in Boston for the day, sindenit was on my list decided to walk over. No line which was good. For the Boss and fabulouso. Both were tasty and good quality cut meats. The spicy plant was a pleaser umami with a lil kick. For some reason one bread was soft while the other was hard. Don't forget to add the olive oil in the bread before taking a bite. Overall a high quality sandwich worth checking out. Would inwait an hour in line hmmmmm

I wanted to love this place. I wanted so much to love All'antico Vinaio. The hype, the endless stream of customers, the sheer audacity of bringing Florentine sandwich mastery to Boston, it all built up an anticipation I haven't felt for a lunch spot in years. Even the scene outside, while actively detracting from the experience, became part of the mystique. You have the long line weaving down the sidewalk, and then the chaotic, frustrating reality of the illegal delivery vehicles, jarring at each other, frustrating atmosphere that made the exterior feel less like a culinary destination and more like a third-world delivery hub. Yet, I stood there, convinced the payoff would be worth the visual assault. Inside, the craftsmanship only amplified my hope. Watching the professionals work, the efficiency of the meat slicer, the masterful layering by the sandwich makers. Everything pointed to greatness. And yet, the disappointment was profound. Did I say that enough? We didn't just try one; we were committed. We ordered four different sandwiches, cut them into quarters, and had three people sample everything, searching for that promised moment of transcendence. That moment never arrived. We were looking for the "ummph," the kind of flavor that makes you close your eyes and need ten minutes to savor the taste. Instead, what we got was just... decent. Perfectly acceptable, yes, but sorely lacking that certain something that makes a sandwich legendary. There was no debate about getting back into the long line for more. The debate, sadly, centered on whether we should simply toss the remnants of the four expensive sandwiches or if they were worth saving. We stored them away for a desperate midnight snack, confirming that their value was strictly utility, not culinary ecstasy. All'antico Vinaio is so close to being a masterpiece. They have the pedigree, the ingredients, and the skill, but the final, essential element--the unforgettable, craveable flavor--was missing.

I had a pretty mid experience, which may be due to it being their opening week. I have been waiting for All'antico Vinaio to open in Boston for month! Their Instagram following and photos have drool worthy photos and videos from their customers across the country and ocean. However the Boston branch was a miss. The sandwiches are all mostly $19, and after tax and tip expect to pay around $24-28. The experience is like any other sandwich shop. You wait in line, you order at the counter, they make your sandwich, you pay for it. There is seating indoor and outdoor or you can take it to go. Now here is what needs improvement: - the counters were very messy, the areas where the food is kept was also messy, with some toppings fallen on others in the display. This raises a cross contamination and cleanliness concern. My sandwich, although wrapped was covered in spreads from the previous customer's order and I had to use napkins to wrap it clean. - the meat is sliced to order, but it's the same machine slicing all meats. If you don't eat a certain meat, high chance of cross contamination. No cleaning in between slicing. - price: I paid just over $24 for mine and this meal definitely wasn't worth the price. Tiny sandwich definitely did not match the photos on their social media where the sandwich had a lot more toppings I'm skeptical if I'll be back or wait a long time in line. It definitely didn't seem to live up to the hype. Perhaps they are going through their openings ups and downs.

The best part of All'antico Vinaio is easily the food. The portions are massive & can be two meals if you aren't overly hungry. The meat/toppings are plentiful & the focaccia is fresh & really stands out. The second best part is the addition of wine. The worst part is only one meat is allowed, which I did not see noted anywhere. The second worst part is the lack of seating. It was tough finding a spot to sit & enjoy the sandwich & wine. This hopefully improves as the trendiness dies down. This place is worth trying if in the Back Bay Area but if not I would stick with the sandwiches in The North End, at least until the lines die down.

I ordered takeout from this place. I got the genovese with turkey. The sandwich was delicious. The turkey tasted fresh and the pistachio cream with the pesto was an exciting new flavor to try. The sandwich itself was huge which was perfect for leftovers. I can't wait to try going in person when I have the chance.

While in Boston, my husband stumbled upon an article about a new All'antico Vinaio opening up right in the heart of Downtown so we knew we had to go check it out for lunch yesterday! If you've ever heard of All'antico Vinaio, you know it originates from Italy, but they also have locations in places like New York and Las Vegas. We arrived sometime after 12pm and there was already a line out the door. We waited about 35 minutes in line before ordering. I loved ordering at the counter and watching the employees make the sandwiches - they cut the meat fresh to order right in front of you too. They have 2 full glass cases of spreads and toppings that made my mouth water! There were 3 of us so we decided to split their La Favolosa and their La Schiacciata Del Boss. Both sandwiches were differently unique, but super tasty in their own way. The bread on the Del Boss was salty and buttery and I also loved the Truffle Spread. The sandwiches are huge, but still very light and worth the price ranging from $15 to $19. As they just opened 5 days ago, they aren't serving alcohol yet, but they do have wine on their menu. They offer canned Italian drinks and sodas as well. The inside is pretty spacious with tables inside and outside. Overall, we really enjoyed our sandwiches and will definitely be checking out another location in the future. Check them out - you will not be disappointed!

I was really excited to try this place but I feel like the sandwiches weren't as amazing as I had hoped. The focaccia was nice and fluffy, but the sandwich ingredients were just okay. It was a lot of meat and cheese, plus with the focaccia, it's quite heavy. I think I would've liked a more balanced sandwich. I'm glad I tried but I don't think I'd get this regularly.

Ok, this place is so hyped but the sandwiches looked amazing and finding a place with mortadella on the menu is hard. The IG hype did not disappoint this time; 100% worth it. The line is long but moves fast, ingredients are fresh and the bread is amazing. I got La Paradiso and it was everything I thought it would be, I absolutely loved it and would get it again. Hopefully once the newness wears off, the lines won't be as bad and you'll actually be able to get a seat inside.

These sandwiches are great! We ordered the L'Italiana and the La Calvino. Be prepared to wait in line, but service is quick once you get to the counter and place your order. The establishment was clean and bright, and there are a few tables inside for dine-in.

I wanted to see what the hype is for, the truth for me is that a vegetarian sandwich is not worth it. You might get your meat from Italy if that's why you go , but I won't do it. The ingredients are fresh and it's a decent size for $14.

Worth the 1/2 hour wait in line! I expected just another sandwich...what I got was delicious and savory in every bite. They make each sandwich fresh to order, with fresh baked bread and meat that they slice while you are there. The pistachio cream they put on is phenomenal (and I'm usually either way on pistachios). And it goes so well with the cheese they spread in it - Stracciatella (the inside of Burrata). And the L'Italiana has fresh prosciutto on it. Phenomenal! Go here and be prepared to wait...then take your sandwich to the park or to the Charles River. What a welcome gift to Copley Square in Boston.

So hyped they opened a spot in Boston. The line was out the door but moving pretty fast. I got the La Calvino and all the meat was sliced to order. The star of the show was their sandwich bread. It was freshly baked and still steaming a perfect combo of crunchy crust and soft center. We got to learn some Italian while waiting in line which was pretty fun

Went on opening day and loved everyone there! The workers are super enthusiastic and very efficient, so even if the lines are long it moves pretty quickly. We tried the favolosa and the paradiso (recommended by the owner!) and both were so good! The pistachio cream on the paradiso was really nutty and added a nice crunch to the sandwich. The favolosa was also packed with meat and a little spicy from the eggplant. You can't go wrong with any sandwich, and you can sample any of the meats before ordering too! The shop is really spacious inside and you can see all the toppings while they make everything. The bread comes steaming hot, and the meat and veggies are fresh! Fantastic sandwich and super cool workers!!!

My friends and I arrived around noon on Sunday and there was a line you can see instantly when you open the door. There were plenty of tables around and people leave pretty fast so it was not hard finding seating. The line moved a bit slow, but the sandwiches were prepped within a reasonable time. We ordered the L'Italiana and the truffle special at the time. The sandwiches were decent sized, but still a bit pricey. I liked the truffle special sandwich more than the L'Italiana. It was pretty savory, which is what I preferred. I really enjoyed the truffle prosciutto and the sandwich tasted more balanced to me. The L'Italiana was good, but I found the pistachio flavor overpowering. It was not super sweet and had a decent amount of arugula. All the ingredients tasted really fresh and delicious, which was nice. I was a bit sad by the lack of consistency in their bread though. It tasted a bit dry in the L'Italiana, but the bread in the special tasted fluffier and softer. Nonetheless, for the price point, I will not come here too often unless I am craving an Italian sandwich.

Manager was very rude, I tried to add a second type of meat to my sandwich and I was yelled at because apparently that's against "his rule". This is not like a traditional Italian deli at all and I was very disappointed.

We went on Thanksgiving Eve and didn't even wait for 15 minutes. We brought it home and ate it there. The service was speedy and the sandwiches were on point. I especially liked the pistachio spread. If you like the taste of pistachio then you should get that. My daughter got the one with the caramelized onion and that one was really good. It's balanced between sweet and savory. The sandwich was pretty big. It took all of us 2 attempts to finish it all. Well worth the price. Overall it was very enjoyable.

Was super excited to try this widely anticipated Italian sandwich shop that just opened in backbay! All'antico has a casual feel with a few tables for seating and a order at the counter setup. There are many delicious sandwich options (ranging $15-19) served on delicious focaccia and even some alcoholic beverage options. I had a really hard time choosing which option to get! We decided on sharing the La Mamma Mia and L'italiana. The mamma mia had spicy eggplant, prosciutto, mozzarella, and a truffle spread - the trufle was delicious. I do wish maybe there was some greens on this sandwich and the eggplant was a bit spicier but overall a very good option. The L'italiana was a classic and delicious. The prosciutto was so delicious, and paired with Stracciatella was insanely good. I also loved the pistachio spread, it was very subtle but added to the flavor nicely. Service is very nice but still on the slower side given its recent popularity! a pricier spot for a sandwich but worth a try.

Wanted to love it. Thought I would love it. But it just wasn't good. Such a bummer. We committed, got three sandwiches to share for two of us. La Numero 1, La Calvino, and The Italian Hot. We both thought La Numero 1 and La Calvino were not good. Two principal reasons: * the focaccia - while having some nice crisp texture, was strangely bland. A little EVOO and salt would greatly improve it. * too rich and gloppy - there was an excessive amount of creams. Rather than adding interesting flavors, they were applied so heavily that it just overwhelmed the meat and bread. We literally ate less than half of each and tossed the rest in the trash. Didn't even wanna bring them home for leftovers. Oof. The Italian Hot was ok. As in, edible. A different person made it, and the toppings were applied with a little bit of a lighter touch. But honestly, it was just OK, nothing I would go back for. If they did a little work on the focaccia flavor, and better trained the sandwich makers for quality control, I can imagine it being tasty. For now, I couldn't imagine going back.

Uniquely delicious. I have enjoyed these sandwiches multiple times and they have yet to disappoint

I thought with all the hype that it would be amazing. You can't place orders on the phone or online but it lets you go through all the steps and then it seems like it's a credit card issue. So we went in waited in line and ordered the bread was good huge sandwiches, but frankly not that tasty real disappointment.

The sandwich was okay, but certainly not worth the wait (slow service), or the hefty price. In a city filled with great shops serving Italian sandwiches, don't waste your time here.

Over rated, expensive sandwiches a 20-28 bucks with the minimal meats. I'll stick to the north end for my sandwiches with meat at Dinos, Monicas, Paulis, Salumeria Italiano, Sam La grassas, others ... where they got the meats.

Uber friendly staff & working hard to quickly get everyone their sandwiches. Bread fresh from the oven. Ingredients top notch. Pistachio cream gives it the unique flavor and texture. You can taste the pistachios. I would go back. I ordered the L'Italiana (Prosciutto) and La Paradiso (Mortadella).

Let's start with a smell, fresh break. Red fills your nostrils when you enter the door. Employees are hard at work. Continuously slicing meets for sandwiches. An amazing experience.

Food is amazing. 1 sandwich can feed to People. The pistachio spread is to die for. Service is amazing. Quick. Ambiance is great.

This was the epitome of mid. Wife and I got five different sandwiches to really sample the menu and they all tasted exactly the same. The prevailing flavor is oil. Oil from the schiacciata, which is naturally oily but also the gross overuse of cream based spreads. The meats, veggies, and other ingredients are mere bit players next to the accosting flavor of oil. Not horrendous, but all hype, no substance. A sandwich with zero complexity or craft--if you've ever lived in an Italian neighborhood, you've had 25 better sandwiches already. Don't bother.

First off the customer service is awesome the guy preparing the sandwiches is so awesome and joyful. But the actual sandwich itself wasn't nothing special the bread was hard as a rock the turkey inside was definitely delicious but not worth 19$ & 25 minutes standing outside in the cold weather for I would consider this a trendy restaurant for now. Try it if you have 20-30 minutes to spare waiting lol.

i tried this like a week ago and have been like four times since. so i think it's pretty good imo. the bread is gas

So... for the folks who left 1 star, you missed the concept of this place. This isn't subway, you're not going to get 30 slices of deli meats in a footlong sub for $10. This ain't it. What this is... is an amazing sandwich, thin crusty focaccia, sliced to order meat and delicious spreads and accompaniments. It's really good! It's pricey, but this is an authentic Italian sandwich made exactly how it's made in Italy-- I've been to their other location in Florence. It's exactly the same. Personally I love this place and will definitely go back!! Staff was also super friendly. Nothing not to like!

I've been to the one in Florence and NY. Way better, more meat. There was hardly any mortadella on the $20 sandwich. Just another original turning into a chain and delivering 1/2 the product. Order from Monica's they know what ppl from Boston want...

The man running the register was extremely rude and unprofessional. $20 sandwiches and on top of that deal having to deal with a rude worker. Do better and hire people with at least basic customer services skills.