Massachusetts: Local Favorite Serves The Best Cheesesteak Egg Rolls

Cheesesteaks and egg rolls are each such delicious foods we might as well put them together. In fact, someone in the 1990's had this genius idea, as Philly Magazine explained. Here, we'll talk about where you can get a great plate of cheesesteak egg rolls in Massachusetts.

Before we take you inside the establishment that cooks up and serves these cheesesteak egg rolls, let's breakdown what we are talking about here. This food seems like it is quite simply as it sounds, however there are some crucial components.

The seasoned steak is usually chopped up into small pieces. Typically, it is joined by diced caramelized onions and a few cut peppers. Then, one of the key differences is the adjoining of cheese. A standard cheesesteak sub typically has either American, provolone, or a cheese sauce. In the egg roll, it's not uncommon to have a cheese blend. Whereas, Cheese Whiz is not as common, given it needs to stay confined in the roll and endure a nice dunk in the fryer. That brings us to the biggest differentiator, the wonton wrapper (or thick wheat flour wrapper).

Finally, these little delights are finger foods as opposed to a full sandwich. Let's say two to three inches in size. It is then common to have a dipping sauce on the plate. This consists of either a ketchup or a house specialty.

Now that you feel you need this in front of you as soon as possible, here is where you can score great cheesesteak egg rolls in Massachusetts.

Located at 2 Otis Street on Route 3A in Hingham, Stars is a south shore local favorite. It's nestled into the corner of a busy intersection where it stares directly at the harbor. The menu can be breakfast-heavy in the early hours of the day. While the specialties can also vary, one thing that is always consistent is the cheesesteak egg rolls. They are listed as "steak bomb egg rolls" and are stuffed with freshly shaved steak, a three cheese blend, peppers and onions. A generous cup of rooster ketchup accompanies the plate.

The bar area of stars allows you watch the game sipping one of their 24 beers on tap while you enjoy an order of cheesesteak egg rolls.

I'm a guy who moved from New Jersey to Boston; growing up, Sicilian pizza was pretty easily available. I incorrectly assumed that all Americans enjoyed this kind of pizza selection. However, when I moved to Boston, I realized that it's much harder to find that delicacy here. But there are also a few unique places that are cooking up Sicilian pizza in Massachusetts.

As an expert on Sicilian, I will tell you that it has to be prepared properly in order for it to be worth the calories. Here, I will detail three establishments where you can find great Sicilian pizza in Massachusetts. Sure, you may have to travel a bit, but these places are worth your time.

Before we cut into this delicious style of pie, let’s define our terms. Traditional Sicilian pizza is cut into square or rectangular-shaped slices. The crust is thicker and crunchy. Though this pizza is obviously heavier, it still can be topped with your favorite pizza add-ons. A sprinkle of oregano is a subtle but often important finishing.

Though strip pizza in Rhode Island is similar, one significant difference with Sicilian is that it is not baked on a focaccia style dough. In fact, Palermo Pizza NJ defines what distinguishes Sicilian Pizza and what makes it different from regular pizza. “The dough rises differently with this kind of crust because more oil is used in the recipe as opposed to a regular pizza crust recipe,” they said, when describing how this is made in a rectangular pan.

In Massachusetts, the three locations that are serving up great Sicilian Pizza are quite different from each other, but have this menu item in common. One of them happens to be a favorite of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.

Tucked into a quaint New England, Harvard Square street, Pinocchio's is where you need to go if you want Sicilian pizza of all varieties. It's also where you will see Mark Zuckerberg's photo all over the wall. This was the go-to spot for Zuck while he was attending Harvard. In fact, it's a place he still makes sure to stop into when in town. As for the pizza, there are 20 different toppings you can find atop the hot Sicilian pies. These pies come in a 9-slice or 15-slice size option. The 15-slice pie comes in two boxes and can feed up to nine people. During the school months, Pinocchio's stays open until 2 am on weekends.

At 289 Hanover Street in the North End of Boston, Umberto's can be easy to miss. However, once you recognize their old-school sign, you know you are in for a treat. They are old-school: it is a cash-only establishment where the large trays of piping hot Sicilian pies are continuously served. Typically, it's cheese only, but you will not be disappointed as no other flavor is needed. The single line usually reaches the door, but it moves quickly. It also gives you time to decide which arancini (their famous rice ball) you'd like to add to your order.

Leone's Pizza and Sub has been family-owned and operated since 1954. They are located right on Broadway and open seven days per week, from 8 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Their Sicilian pizza is the standard menu option here. It is available by the slice, in a half tray or full tray. The whole tray also comes in two boxes (16 slice) and costs $40. Their Sicilian pies also come in a tomato basil option and a spinach and garlic. Leone's sub menu contains over 30 options. This includes a fried meatball sub.

Right in the heart of Cleveland Circle, Pino's is a fan-favorite of Boston College students. Though the crust is a perfect combination of pillow and crunch, the secret here is actually in the sauce. Pino's describes it as "delicious, garlicky tomato sauce with in-house seasoning, cooked on a pan." $20 gets you nine Sicilian slices at Pino's. If you want to add variety to your order, they also have alfredo pies, white pies, and buffalo chicken. Like Pinocchio's, Pino's stays open until the early morning hours on the weekend to help accommodate the college crowd.