Good take-out near Boston's North Station

[DesertDude]

I'll be taking the Downeaster from Boston to Portland in a few weeks. Is there a good restaurant close to the station where I could grab a nice meal to bring on the train?

 

[Joeker]

Since Boston North Station is at the TD Boston Garden sports arena there are many places to choose from in the area. Just google "restaurants near North Station Boston" and at least a dozen or more will pop up and you can determine which one suits your needs.

There should also be a pizza and a sandwich shop in the waiting area.

 

[Palmetto]

What? You don't consider McDonald's a good place to bring food on the train?

 

[Bob Dylan]

The Downeaster, a State run train, has excellent cafe food and drink ( and Crew members,including Coke instead of that Swill Pepsi!) compared to the garbage peddled in most Amtrak cafes.

I'd say ride in the Excellent 2x1 Biz Class which is in the Cafe Car and eat and drink while you enjoy the ride.

 

[Maverickstation]

North Station is not far from the North End, and Monica's on Salem Street has the best Italian Sandwich you'll find anywhere.

http://monicasboston.com/salumeria/

The cafe car on the Downeaster may have better offerings, but nothing beats a sandwich made as you wait.

Hit up The Modern Pastry shop on Hanover Street (yes, The Modern, not Mikes), and you'll be set.

Ken

 

[J-1 3235]

As far as Coke vs Pepsi on the Downeaster, I believe the café is now serving Pepsi. Sorry Jim!

Mike

P.S.-Yes, I'm disappointed too.

 

[niemi24s]

Trip Advisor might provide additional leads with many more reviews than you'll ever get here.

 

[Bob Dylan]

As far as Coke vs Pepsi on the Downeaster, I believe the café is now serving Pepsi. Sorry Jim!

Mike

P.S.-Yes, I'm disappointed too.

Ditto!

 

[niemi24s]

What? No Moxie on the Downeatster??

 

[Metra Electric Rider]

I think we know why there is no Coke on Amtrak.....

 

[HP_Lovecraft]

The pizza place in North Station is pretty good. We have grabbed some pies for the trip many times. The McDs and Dunkin are worse then usual as they only have limited menus.

Across the street near the temp subway station is an Au Bon Pan, Jimmy John, etc. Other pizza places and bars. Most good for a "grab and go". While I like the Downeaster Cafe, everything is microwaved.