The Salty Pig

The Salty Pig is a restaurant at 130 Dartmouth St in Boston with a menu centered on cured meats, cheese, house-made pasta, pizza and shareable plates. Its character comes from a mix of carefully prepared staples and more inventive combinations, with ingredients spanning Italian specialties, regional New England products and kitchen-made selections.

The board format is a defining part of the experience. Guests can combine several meats, cheeses and accompaniments to create a spread suited to sharing or a lighter meal. The selection includes aged and cured pork, pâté, sausage, imported and local cheeses, olives, nuts, preserves, honey and pepper-based condiments. The range gives the menu a balance of savory, creamy, salty, sweet and sharp flavors.

Beyond the boards, the menu moves through small plates, salads, pasta, pizza and larger dishes. Vegetable-focused plates, greens, meatballs and other antipasti provide flexible starting points. House-made pasta brings a more substantial option, while pizza covers both traditional combinations and toppings built around pork, vegetables, cheese, herbs and sauces. The menu also includes a chicken entrée for a fuller table meal.

The restaurant's style is broad enough for different kinds of dining. A board and a drink can suit a shorter stop, while several shared plates, pasta or pizza can create a more complete meal. The menu includes familiar choices alongside bolder ingredients such as cured specialty meats, spicy peppers, preserved produce, blue cheese and mustard-based flavors. Desserts and drinks round out the offering.

The Salty Pig suits diners interested in charcuterie, cheese, pasta and pizza in one setting, as well as groups looking for a menu that can be shared across the table. It also works for diners who prefer to build a meal around vegetables, salads or smaller plates rather than choosing a single large entrée. Takeout and delivery are part of the venue's services, adding another way to enjoy the menu beyond the restaurant setting.