Model Cafe

This Allston staple has occupied its corner for over nine decades, maintaining a bare-bones atmosphere that leans heavily into its history. While the room is defined by its collection of pinball machines and rowdy, late-night energy, the kitchen has become a necessary draw. It is one of the few places in the city to find South Shore-style bar pizza, characterized by its signature crispy edges and hearty tomato sauce. The menu is rounded out by tender, fall-off-the-bone wings, cementing its status as an unpretentious refuge for classic pub comfort and reliable drinks.