What are the best pork dishes in Boston?

Based on diner recommendations, the best pork dish in Boston is at Taqueria Jalisco. We compared 39 restaurants serving pork dishes.

How much do pork dishes cost in Boston?

Pork dish prices in Boston range from $3.49 to $28.00 across 39 restaurants.

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Best Pork Dishes in Boston

39 restaurants compared

Price range: $3.49 – $28.00

Avg recommendation: 86%

Top 5 Pork Dishes in Boston (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 39 restaurants:

Al Pastor Tacos at Taqueria Jalisco, $4.25 (East Boston)
Dwaeji Bulgogi (Pork Bulgogi) at Somaek, $18.00 (Downtown Crossing)
Bánh Chưng at Phở Lê, $10.95 (Dorchester)
Carnitas Tacos at Taqueria Jalisco, $4.25 (East Boston)
Pork Sirloin at Oliveira's Steak House, (Somerville)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 39 Pork Dishes

Al Pastor Tacos

Taqueria Jalisco

East Boston·$

$4.25

Corn tortillas with marinated, spit-roasted pork, pineapple, onion, and cilantro.

Tip: Al pastor is available daily but runs out by 8 pm on weekends. Get there early if it's your priority.

Dwaeji Bulgogi (Pork Bulgogi)

Somaek

Downtown Crossing·$$

$18.00

Soy-marinated grilled pork with a hint of spice and sweetness.

Tip: Pair with the house cold noodle (bibim guksu) as a lighter second course — it cools your palate beautifully after the grilled meat.

Bánh Chưng

Phở Lê

Dorchester·$

$10.95

Sticky rice and pork wrapped in dong leaves, served with Vietnamese sausage and pickled vegetables.

Tip: Bánh chưng is a Lunar New Year specialty but made year-round here. It's an adventure if you've never had it.

Carnitas Tacos

Taqueria Jalisco

East Boston·$

$4.25

Tender, slow-cooked pork served on corn tortillas with onion, cilantro, and lime.

Tip: Watch the kitchen from the counter—you'll see them pull fresh carnitas right before serving.

Pork Sirloin

Oliveira's Steak House

Somerville·$$$

Marinated pork cut with a light char and tender interior.

Tip: Try this for contrast against the beef—it's lighter and slightly sweet.

Bánh Mì Combination

Bánh Mì Ba Le

Dorchester·$

$7.00

House-baked baguette with pâté, braised pork belly, head cheese, and all the fixings.

Tip: The combination is overwhelming in the best way. Try it once when you're hungry and ready for richness.

House-Cured Charcuterie Board

Coppa

South End·$$

$24.00

Rotating selection of house-cured and -sliced salumi with mustard and pickles.

Tip: Order this to share while sipping a glass of natural red wine — the fat and salt pair with wine better than any other dish on the menu.

#895% recommend

Xiao Long Bao - Pork (Soup Dumplings)

Nan Xiang Express

Chinatown·$

$10.95

Delicate dumplings with thin wrapper encasing pork and gelatin-turned-broth.

Tip: Order multiple orders of different fillings - the pork, crab, and spicy beef are all worth trying.

#994% recommend

Coppa Di Testa (Braised Pig's Head Croqueta)

Coppa

South End·$$

$14.00

Crispy braised pig's head croqueta with sweet-tart quince mostarda.

Tip: Order this first — it's the signature and often sells out if you wait. Eat it while it's still warm and the exterior is at peak crispness.

#1092% recommend

Pan-Fried Pork and Chive Dumplings

Myers + Chang

South End·$$

$8.50

Crispy pan-fried dumplings with minced pork and chives, golden-bottomed with a tender top.

Tip: Eat these immediately after they arrive — the crispy bottom is best enjoyed within 30 seconds of plating. The dipping sauce should be half soy, half vinegar with a small dollop of chili oil.

#1191% recommend

Carrots and Pork Belly

Tres Gatos

Jamaica Plain·$$

$14.00

Roasted carrots and braised pork belly with herbs.

Tip: Order this — multiple reviewers cite it as a standout on the menu.

#1289% recommend

Xiao Long Bao - Crab Pork (Soup Dumplings)

Nan Xiang Express

Chinatown·$

$10.95

Soup dumplings with crab meat and pork filling for added richness.

Tip: The crab version is subtly different from plain pork - worth trying alongside the original.

#1389% recommend

Bánh Mì Pork Pâté

Bánh Mì Ba Le

Dorchester·$

$5.50

House-baked baguette filled with pâté, pickled daikon and carrot, cilantro, jalapeño, and house-made sauce.

Tip: Get here before 1 pm on weekdays. The most popular fillings sell out by 2 pm.

#1489% recommend

BBQ Pork over Rice

Hong Kong Eatery

Chinatown·$

$8.50

Roasted char siu pork with glazed exterior served over steamed rice.

Tip: This is one of the best value meals in Chinatown - filling and under $9.

#1588% recommend

Grandma's Pork

Sumiao Hunan Kitchen

Cambridge·$$

$25.00

Braised pork shoulder with chilies, fermented black beans, and aromatics.

Tip: Order this with plain white rice and one vegetable dish for a balanced meal. The richness of the pork pairs well with lighter sides.

#1688% recommend

Siu Mai (Pork Dumplings)

Hei La Moon

Chinatown·$

$3.75

Open-top dumplings with ground pork, shrimp, and water chestnuts in a wonton wrapper.

Tip: These arrive warm on each cart pass - grab a plate so you can try different varieties.

#1788% recommend

Cheung Fun (Rice Noodle Roll)

Winsor Dim Sum Café

Chinatown·$

$3.49

Delicate steamed rice noodle sheet rolled with pork and topped with soy.

Tip: These are made to order and best eaten immediately - the rice noodle sheet toughens as it cools.

#1888% recommend

Slow Braised Iberian Pork Collar

Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar

Fenway·$$

$28.00

Tender, marbled pork shoulder cut braised low and slow until it shreds.

Tip: This is rich - share it or plan to make it your only main course.

#1988% recommend

Siu Mai (Pork Dumplings)

China Pearl

Chinatown·$$

$4.00

Open-top pork and shrimp dumplings with water chestnut for crunch.

Tip: Order multiple varieties - the comparison helps you understand different styles of dim sum.

#2087% recommend

Duck and Pork Combination Rice

Hong Kong Eatery

Chinatown·$

$10.75

Quarter roasted duck and char siu pork slice over rice - the best of both.

Tip: If you can't decide between duck and pork, order this combination.

#2187% recommend

Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun)

Hei La Moon

Chinatown·$

$3.50

Steamed bun with sweet and savory Cantonese BBQ pork filling.

Tip: These are filling - one bun per person is usually enough unless you're ordering multiple dim sum dishes.

#2287% recommend

Pork Carnitas Tacos

Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar

Back Bay·$$

$13.00

Slow-braised pork shoulder with salsa verde, onion, and cilantro on house-made tortillas.

Tip: Rich and satisfying — order several to share with a group, pair with beer or tequila cocktails.

#2387% recommend

Siu Mai (Pork Dumplings)

Empire Garden Restaurant

Chinatown·$$

$3.50

Open-top pork and shrimp dumplings in wonton wrapper with water chestnut.

Tip: Order multiple plates - they're small and you'll want to compare varieties.

#2486% recommend

Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun)

Empire Garden Restaurant

Chinatown·$$

$3.50

Steamed bun with Cantonese-style BBQ pork filling.

Tip: One bun per person is usually sufficient - they're filling and pair well with lighter dim sum.

#2586% recommend

Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun)

China Pearl

Chinatown·$$

$3.75

Pillowy steamed bun with Cantonese char siu (roasted pork) filling.

Tip: One bun per person is usually enough - they're filling and pair with lighter items like har gow.

#2686% recommend

Bánh Mì Braised Pork Belly

Bánh Mì Ba Le

Dorchester·$

$6.25

House-baked baguette filled with tender braised pork belly, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and house-made sauce.

Tip: The braised pork belly is the richest option. It's worth trying at least once, but the pâté version is the classic.

#2786% recommend

Huevos Rancheros

Mi Pueblito

East Boston·$

$17.00

Two eggs over easy served with homemade ranch sauce, pork rinds, beans, fried plantains, crema, and cheese.

Tip: The eggs are cooked to order. Ask for yours over easy if you want the runny yolk.

#2884% recommend

Siu Mai (Pork Dumplings)

Winsor Dim Sum Café

Chinatown·$

$3.49

Open-top pork and shrimp dumplings with visible filling and water chestnut.

Tip: Most dim sum items cost $3.49 - you can try 4-5 different types for under $20.

#2983% recommend

Chung Fan with Pork (Rice Noodle Roll)

Empire Garden Restaurant

Chinatown·$$

$4.00

Delicate steamed rice noodle sheet rolled around braised pork and green onion.

Tip: These are best eaten at table temperature - the rice noodle becomes tough if cooled too much.

#3083% recommend

Pan Fried Pork Bun (Sheng Jian Bao)

Nan Xiang Express

Chinatown·$

$8.95

Crispy-bottom bun with pork and broth filling, pan-fried until golden.

Tip: The crispy bottom is key - order these and eat immediately while the contrast between textures is still apparent.

#3183% recommend

Bun Cha (Grilled Pork with Rice Noodles)

Pho Pasteur

Chinatown·$

$9.25

Grilled pork patties over rice noodles with dipping sauce and herbs.

Tip: Mix the dipping sauce into the bowl and tear fresh herbs into it - the layers of flavor are what make this dish work.

#3282% recommend

Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun)

Winsor Dim Sum Café

Chinatown·$

$3.49

Steamed bun with sweet and savory Cantonese roasted pork filling.

Tip: One bun per person is usually enough - they're filling and pair well with lighter items.

#3382% recommend

Classic Benedict

Lulu's

Allston·$$

$14.95

Poached eggs with Canadian bacon on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise and served with hash browns.

Tip: Order the classic Benedict with fresh fruit on the side if you're watching portions. It's the most balanced brunch plate here.

#3482% recommend

Com Tam Suon (Broken Rice with Pork Chop)

Pho Pasteur

Chinatown·$

$8.75

Charred pork chop over fragrant broken rice with pickled vegetables.

Tip: The broken rice texture is different from regular rice - it's softer and more absorbent.

#3582% recommend

Wonton Noodle Soup

Hong Kong Eatery

Chinatown·$

$7.50

Fresh egg noodles in pork broth with pork-and-shrimp wontons.

Tip: Order this in cooler months - it's warming and satisfying.

#3681% recommend

Sausage Gravy Benedict

@Union

Allston·$$

$16.50

Poached eggs topped with creamy sausage gravy, served on a buttermilk biscuit with hash browns.

Tip: The sausage gravy is made daily. If you're craving rich, creamy, peppery breakfast, this is it.

#3781% recommend

Sausage Gravy Benedict

Lulu's

Allston·$$

$15.50

Poached eggs topped with sausage gravy and served on a buttermilk biscuit with hash browns.

Tip: The Sausage Gravy Benedict is the most filling option. Pace yourself and save room for coffee and dessert.

#3880% recommend

Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

Pho Pasteur

Chinatown·$

$5.75

Crispy baguette with pâté, cold cuts, pickled vegetables, and cilantro.

Tip: This is one of the cheapest complete meals in Chinatown and surprisingly satisfying.

#3978% recommend

Fried Rice with Pork

Nan Xiang Express

Chinatown·$

$7.50

Day-old rice fried with pork, egg, and vegetables.

Tip: This is a satisfying solo meal at a good price point.