We found out how Worcester’s ‘I Love Frankie’s’ pizza earned its cult following
A small takeout-only pizza shop in Worcester is quickly becoming a destination for pizza enthusiasts across Massachusetts, with customers willingly making the drive for what many are calling some of the best pizza in the state.
I Love Frankie's , located at 90 Providence Street in Worcester, has been getting a lot of love from the pizza pros, and for good reason. The unassuming storefront might be easy to miss, but the reputation of its food has spread far beyond city limits.
Owner Frank Abbatecola brings a diverse background to his culinary venture. Having grew up on Long Island and spent some time in Colorado, he has now landed here in Worcester, where he's incorporated influences from different regions into his distinctive pizza style.
What makes customers willing to travel significant distances for the small takeout joint? It could be the grandma-style pizza or the steak and cheese sandwiches which are made with fresh-baked bread in house. For more watch our experience at the place that's developed a cult following.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola makes one of his favorite pizzas, the 'El President' named after Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola looks at a picture of his daughter Lily, who was the motivation for him to move to Worcester. The picture hangs about the area where Abbatecola makes pizzas daily.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
Frank Abbatecola opened 'I Love Frankies' pizzeria in early 2021 with 25 years in the industry. It's been a hit in Worcester so far with lines forming outside the Providence Street location.
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