What to order at Pauli's

Must order
Hot-buttered lobster roll, full-claw and tail, on a 12-inch bun.
Signature dishes
Lobster roll, Italian sub
Editor tip
Order the XL roll and split between two. Online order ahead skips the 15-minute counter wait.
CuisineSeafood
Price$$
NeighborhoodNorth End
HoursMon-Fri 08:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-17:00
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Location

Address: 65 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113

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