Many Bostonians and almost all tourists ignore East Boston unless they are going to the airport. Next time, skip the airport food and check out the surrounding environs. Have a thin-crust pizza and a beer, and mix with the locals at this no-frills neighborhood bar. Thin-crust pizzas are 12 inches, light on cheese, and heavy on garlic. Grilled sausage and lamb skewers are also popular. Santarpio's has a full service bar. Does not accept credit cards; accepts cash only.
• Hours: Noon-midnight M-Su