Where to Eat at Boston’s South Station

South Station is a major transportation hub, connecting you to eight Commuter Rail lines as well as Amtrak, regional bus connections, and the Red and Silver MBTA lines. Whether you are passing through South Station to get to another connection or it is your final destination, there are plenty of eateries, from fast casual and grab-and-go to sit-down, to curb your hunger in the station. 

Once you venture outside the station, you’ll find plenty of local Boston favorites and well-known national establishments nearby. South Station is conveniently located near the Seaport, Chinatown, Downtown Boston, and the Financial District, making it easy to track down a spot to dine or grab a to-go option.

Cafe Nero 

Location: in South Station 

Hours: Mon – Fri: 5 am – 7 pm, Weekends: 7 am – 7 pm 

The popular coffee shop Cafe Nero is conveniently located within South Station. If you are looking for a midday pick-me-up, whether that be a coffee, matcha, breakfast sandwich, or a flaky pastry. 

Best For: quick bite, breakfast, grab & go, coffee, specialty drinks, early hours 

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Regina Pizzeria 

Location: in South Station 

Hours: Mon – Fri: 11:30 am – 7 pm, Weekends: Closed 

Regina Pizzeria, or Regina’s, is a quintessential Boston spot that has served brick oven pies since 1926. If you are passing through South Station and looking to check an item off most people’s Boston bucket lists, a slice from Regina’s is a must. 

Best For: quick bite, bucket list, pizza, order by the slice, convenience 

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Tavern In the Square 

Location: in South Station 

Hours: Mon – Fri: 10 am – 8 pm, Weekends: 11 am – 7 pm 

Tavern in the Square has over 22 locations across New England, one of which is conveniently located at South Station. If you have some time between trains, settle in at this cozy tavern for a taste of classic American fare. It’s also a popular choice for those with severe food allergies, thanks to its knowledgeable and attentive staff who understand the importance of accommodating food allergies.

Best For: food allergies, sit-down meal, American food, sports bar

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Dunkin’ Donuts 

Location: in South Station 

Hours: Mon – Fri:  5 am – 8:30 pm, Weekends: 6 am – 7 pm 

If you are one of the many people who run on Dunkin’, you are in luck as this popular coffee chain has a location right inside South Station. If time is tight between your train and your next connection, plan ahead and place your order early with mobile ordering via the Dunkin’ app. 

Best For: mobile-ordering, to-go, free wi-fi, quick-bite, breakfast, coffee 

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Cinnabon

Location: in South Station

Hours: Sun – Wed: 9 am – 11 pm, Thurs – Sat 9 am – 11:30 pm 

While the smell of a freshly baked cinnamon roll as you walk through South Station is enough of a clue that a Cinnabon sits inside of South Station, now you can plan ahead and make a beeline for a warm treat as you navigate the station. After all, nothing makes a day better than a cinnamon roll, whether it puts a little pep in your step in the morning or satisfies your sweet tooth in the afternoon.

Best For: sweet treats, coffee, cinnamon rolls, baked goods, on-the-go

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Auntie Anne’s 

Location: in South Station 

Hours: Sun – Wed: 9 am – 11:00 pm, Thurs – Sat 9 am – 11:30 pm 

If you are in need of something that is both easy to eat and satisfying enough to curb your hunger, an oven-baked pretzel from Auntie Anne’s is the perfect solution. Have your pick of pretzel or pretzel nuggets and sweet or savory, then place your order ahead of time on the mobile app for a quick grab-and-go snack.

Best For: commuter-friendly snacks, easy to eat, mobile ordering, quick bites, pretzels, baked goods 

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