If you’ve lived in Massachusetts for a while or have visited Boston, chances are that you’ve been to Mike’s Pastry. For those who haven’t been, you’ve probably at least heard of it. This iconic pastry shop, located on Hanover Street, is known best for its cannoli. In fact, their cannoli is so famous that people from all over the world flock to its North End location just to try one. However, with over 19 different cannoli flavors, you may have to order more than one.

Mike’s Pastry had its beginnings on Hanover Street in 1946 when Michael “Mike” Mercogliano created his famous cannoli you can’t find anywhere else. Since then, it’s become an iconic pastry shop in Boston’s North End.

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It’s not uncommon to see lines out the door of people waiting to get into Mike’s Pastry. This is one place that’s always worth the wait.

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With 19 different flavors of cannoli, it may be overwhelming to choose. Chances are that you’ll want to try them all.

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Among the flavors offered at Mike’s Pastry are plain, chocolate chip, Florentine, chocolate covered, mint chip, pecan caramel, espresso, hazelnut, chocolate ricotta, strawberry, limoncello, peanut butter, Nutella, Oreo, chocolate cream, yellow cream, Amaretto, chocolate mousse, and chocolate dipped. That’s a lotta cannoli!

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The handmade chocolate-covered cannoli shells are a dream come true for chocolate lovers. Filled with ricotta then dipped in chocolate chips, this is one decadent cannoli!

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If you see someone carrying one of these blue and white boxes tied with string, you know that there’s something good inside!

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Mike’s Pastry even sells a Mike’s Famous Cannoli Package with which you can make your own cannoli at home. This incredible kit includes 10 shells, pistachio nuts, chocolate chips, either plain or chocolate ricotta filling, and powdered sugar to top off your cannoli creation! You can purchase one on the website.

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Who wants cannoli? With all the flavors offered at Mike’s Pastry, which one(s) would you choose? To learn more, visit the website or Facebook page. Mike’s Pastry also ships their cannoli packages, cookies, and other treats nationwide! See the website for details.

From pastry shops to incredible Italian restaurants, Boston’s North End is the place to go. If you’re in the area and in the mood for a slice, stop by Ernesto’s Pizza.

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Address: 300 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA