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The World’s 100 Best Pastry Shops

Bova’s Bakery

Boston, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PASTRY SHOPS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 52 2026
Bova’s Bakery

A family-run Italian bakery in Boston's North End, open 24 hours, with cases of cannoli, cookies, cakes and pastries. Lines often run out the door late at night, and specialities include the Florentine cannoli and lobster tails.

Highlights

  • Florentine cannoli
  • Lobster tail pastries
  • Back counter for pizza

Good to know

  • Open 24 hours, lines common late night
  • No seating inside, takeaway only
  • Cards accepted

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