Haymarket Pizza announced on October 6 that it was permanently closed

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“Anyone who has ever had Haymarket Pizza knows that there is nothing quite like it, and that we have always done our best to keep our prices reasonable, even in difficult times.”

After 50 years of serving slices, Haymarket Pizza announced it has closed permanently.

In a Facebook post Published Wednesday, the casual pizzeria at 106 Blackstone St. reflected on its history and devoted following.

“Originally known as Al Capone’s in the 1960s, the name was eventually changed to Haymarket Pizza due to its location in the middle of Boston’s oldest open-air market, Haymarket,” the post read. “Many of our customers are lifelong customers who grew up visiting the market as children and who have made Haymarket Pizza part of their family tradition. With such a meaningful history in the heart of Boston, we have been blessed with countless friendships and memories over the years at Haymarket Pizza.”

“Anyone who has ever had Haymarket Pizza knows there is nothing quite like it,” the post continued, “and that we have always done our best to keep our prices reasonable, even in difficult times.”

The pizzeria, which closed its doors after 28 years under the current owner, concluded its message with appreciation.

“It is with deep gratitude that we thank you for your loyalty and support during our long time in business,” it concluded.

Customers shared memories of the cash-only joint and were disappointed with its closure.

“Haymarket was always our first stop when we got off the plane from California,” wrote Debbie Rosa Stoffel. “We’ve loved your pizza since our sons, now in their 40s, were young. I wish you the best in whatever the future brings! Haymarket will be greatly missed! “

Paul McAllister wondered if he could buy it: “Over the years I’ve told anyone who would listen that Haymarket Pizza was the best cut in Boston, better than Santarpio’s and much better than the original Regina’s for the taste of the crust, ” He wrote. “I can’t believe the store is closed. Can I buy it?”

“Those in the know knew you went to Haymarket for a few slices and a Coke, which never broke the bank,” Bruce Owens reminisced. “Not the long line at Ernesto’s or the expensive piece at Regina’s in Quincy Market. Gentlemen, you will be missed.”