James Borgnine invites you to experience Pizza from the old country - "pizza the way mom makes it!" We are an award winning cafe, which always brings a smile to all of our customers! My whole family helps out making the pizzas, and you'll be treated as family as well! When you come in and visit our cafe.
About Cafe Nicholas
TOP 10 Reasons to Enjoy our AWARD WINNING Cafe/Pizzeria
  1. Our restaurant is family owned and operated.
  2. The owners have over 30 years of food experience.
  3. All of our famous pizza, pasta, and Calzones are made to order on the premises.
  4. We use only finest choice meats and 100% real cheeses.
  5. Low fat deli meats and cheeses available upon request.
  6. All of our vegetables and salads are hand-picked, cut and prepared.
  7. We use cholesterol-free oil for frying.
  8. All pastas and sauces and prepared with extra virgin olive oil.
  9. Italian bread is baked fresh daily.
  10. We offer free delivery, take-out, or eat in.

Our Washington Square Cafe is now conveniently located right in the heart of Washington Square. Our Newton Cafe is located in both Cafes are owned and operated by Borgnine's Family.

Over the last 12 years, ourCafe in Brookline has established itself as one of the more popular restaurants not only in Brookline, but also in the surrounding areas of Brighton and Allston, Massachusetts.

The vast and unique menu, as well as the sports theme and art deco walls are a few of the many attractions that the area has come to know our Cafe for. The sports theme and art deco walls have really given flair for a "pizza shop" but the food is what attracts the crowds and brings them back: including the award winning pizza, the famous calzones, the hearty sandwiches and fresh salads and the homemade pasta entrees.

Our cafe offers over 30 different pizza toppings and 3 different types of homemade sauces on fresh dough prepared daily, not to mention over 35 different types of unique sandwiches featuring the highest quality meats and cheeses. Also, for those who are watching their waistline (and who isn't these days?), Cafe Nicholas offers low fat and low cal dressings, HEALTHY CHOICE meats and cheeses and uses only cholesterol-free canola oil for frying.
Our cafe has won numerous awards over the years for food excellence including The TAB Readers Choice Awards for Best Pizza, Best Sandwiches/Subs, and Best Place for Children, among others.

The owners of our Cafe, which includes Nicholas himself, and his mother Christina, have always endeavored to make the customer and their needs a number one priority. From family parties to business luncheons to a quick take-out meal for one or fast and efficient home delivery, the owners and staff will always strive to make your dining experience a hearty and cost efficient one.

What you will find here is quality food, good service, reasonable prices and a warm and attractive atmosphere - so the next time you're hungry for all of the finer things in life, come to Our Cafe!

Thank you,


James Borgnine
(Cafe Owner)