Established in 1932, this old-fashioned North End corner store retains its European neighborhood vibe, from the antique scale used to measure out loose-leaf teas, rare spices and bulk coffee beans, including Italian roast and Hawaiian Kona, to its personable staff that knows customers by name; but there's more than java brewing: customers can also scoop up Italian groceries, deli meats and...
Dozens of varieties of coffee beans, half a dozen types of espresso, and a wide tea selection make Polcari's the North End's go-to place for do-it-yourself caffeine (and decaf). The little shop also stocks bulk candy and nuts, spices and herbs, domestic and imported kitchen staples, and numerous cheeses. Best of all, it's a neighborhood favorite -- that means great people-watching -- with a...
Editorial Review:
Popular North End gourmet shop carries dozens of international coffees, plus hundreds of teas, spices, extracts and garden seeds.