Boston restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is more than a trophy town that tens of thousands of college students call home every year: it’s also a thriving food city that nods to the past while embracing the future. There are thousands of restaurants to choose from – everything from classic red-sauce Italian in the North End to French bistros in the South End, historic taverns older than the United States itself, and trendy new spots popping up all over town.
Cross the river into Cambridge and you’ll find authentic Korean barbecue, pho, and ramen restaurants supported by the city’s college-aged population. There’s plenty to love about the Boston restaurant scene, especially if you’re into seafood and fresh produce. Local New England lobsters, oysters, clams, and fish are easy to find, thanks to Boston’s proximity to both Cape Cod and the North Shore. And if all that seafood makes you thirsty? Home to some of the oldest breweries in America, there’s always something interesting on draft in Boston, especially if you head over to one of the town’s 20 or so craft breweries. If you’re not a beer drinker, don’t worry. There’s plenty of cider, local wine, and even local craft spirits to be explored, too.
Boston's top cuisines
Must-try Boston restaurants
Kured
83 Charles Street, Boston
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That Valentine's Plate by Marissa Mullen | $28.00 |
What better rose to give to your loved one on Valentine's Day than salami roses?! We've partnered with Brooklyn based best-selling author, entrepreneur, food stylist and content creator, Marissa Mullen, to create the perfect Valentine's Day plate from her most recent cook book! Perfect for your pre-dinner date snack, date night in, or Galentine's Day wine night! Genoa Salami Roses / Drunken Goat Cheese / Heart-Shaped Brie / Aged Manchego / Fresh Strawberries & Raspberries / Chocolate Pearls / Fresh Honeycomb / Smoked Almonds / Fresh Flower Garnishes | |
Old MacDonald | $0.00 |
A vegetarian box featuring local MA products sourced from all our farmer partners in the past year. Habanero Havarti (Smith’s Farm -Winchendon, MA), Blue Cheese (High Lawn Farm - Lee, MA), Everything Bagel Goat Cheese (Westfield Farm - Hubbardston, MA), Herbed Cheese Curds (High Lawn Farm - Lee, MA), Cayenne Mango Cashews (Q’s Nuts - Somerville, MA), Strawberries (Pell Family Farm - Somers, CT), Cornichons, Wild Blueberry Jam (Sidehill Farm - Brattleboro, VT), Garlic and Herb Crackers (Jack’s Crackers - Keene, NH) | |
The Serranito | $16.00 |
Jamón Serrano / Mojo Marinated Cuban Roasted Pork / Mahón Cheese / Roasted Peppers / Garlic Aioli / Arugula |
Cask 'n Flagon - Boston
62 Brookline Ave, Boston
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Fish Tacos | $20.99 |
Fresh lightly fried haddock, fresh pico de gallo, shredded lettuce and julienned Granny Smith apples, topped with spicy chipotle cream sauce, served with seasoned rice, black bean corn salsa and guacamole | |
Steak Tips | $25.99 |
Marinated in our own sweet chili sauce, served with mashed potatoes and vegetable of the day | |
Steak Tip Salad | $20.99 |
Mixed greens, blue cheese crumbles, tomato, applewood smoked bacon, cucumber and sliced red onion, tossed with house-made Dijon vinaigrette and topped with marinated steak tips |
PS Gourmet Coffee - Southie
106 Dorchester Street, South Boston
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Bucket Iced Coffee | $5.15 |
Try one of our many flavors, brewed right into the beans, no syrups! | |
Jumbo Mocha Iced | $4.50 |
Try one of our many flavors, brewed right into the beans, mixed with our delicious mocha, no syrups! | |
Sausage Egg Cheese | $6.75 |
Freshly Grilled Egg, Sausage Patty and American Cheese on your choice of bread. |
NECO Community Café
424 Beacon St, Boston
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Build Your Own | $5.50 |
Each sandwich comes with lettuce and tomato. Choose your bread, meat, cheese, and spread. | |
Turkey Club | $7.60 |
Sliced roasted turkey breast, crisped bacon, tomato, lettuce, melted Swiss cheese, cranberry mayo served on toasted multigrain bread | |
Chicken Parmesan | $6.50 |
Baked breaded chicken breast, topped with a sweet tangy marinara sauce, provolone and parmesan cheeses, basil chiffonade, on a garlicky, buttery toasted ciabatta |
Sal's at Memorial Skating Rink
1880 William J Day Blvd, Boston
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Cheese Pizza | $5.00 |
Personal 9 inch Cheese Pizza! | |
French Fries | $5.00 |
Hamburger | $5.00 |
Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar
1310 Boylston Street, Boston
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Shrimp Cocktail (six pieces) | $21.00 |
Half dozen chilled shrimp served with lemon, mignonette and cocktail sauce. | |
Smoked Fish & Potato Chowder | $16.00 |
Local Fish, potato, herbs grilled bread | |
Ricotta Crostini | $9.00 |
Toasted crostini topped with house made ricotta, thyme and honey. |
Café Services @ Baupost
10 St. James Ave, Boston
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Virtual Salad Bar | $0.00 |
Customize your own Fresh Made-To-Order Salad! | |
Traditional Caesar Salad | $0.00 |
Fresh Chopped Romaine Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Croutons and a Lemon Wedge | |
Lentil (V, GF) | $0.00 |
Please come up to the dining room and grab a nice hot soup to go! |
Wow Tikka
84 Peterborough Street, Boston
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Bowl | $9.99 |
Build Your Favorite Bowl by Selecting Base, Add Your favorite Protein, Choose the tasty Sauce, Add Your unlimited healthy Veg toppings, and finishing with dressings. Your Tasty Bowl is ready to enjoy. | |
Desi Loaded Fries ( Dairy ) | $8.99 |
Fries topped with chicken or panir and layered with herbs | |
Samosa Chat ( Gluten ) | $8.99 |
Crushed samosa layered with chickpeas & herbs |
Tatte Bakery | Fenway
1352 Boylston Street, Boston
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Iced Latte | $0.00 |
(130 / 190 cal, Contains: Milk) | |
Maple, Squash & Chicken Salad | $14.85 |
Mixed baby lettuces, baby kale, roasted acorn squash, carrots, and roasted chicken breast topped with toasted almonds and dried cranberries served with maple labneh dressing. (640 cal, Contains: Wheat, Milk, Egg, Tree Nut (Almond)) | |
Cold Brew | $0.00 |
18-22 hour slow steeped coffee resulting in a smooth full-bodied brew with a higher level of caffeine and a bright refreshing taste |
Chilacates - South Boston - Southie
69 L Street, South Boston
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CHICKEN TINGA BURRITO | $0.00 |
Flour tortilla, rice & beans, cheese, pico. Shredded Chicken & onions simmered in spicy chipotle sauce | |
BIRRIA BOWL | $12.99 |
Rice, beans, cheese and pico | |
ELOTES | $5.99 |
Corn comes with mayo, cotija cheese, and chili powder. |
Aquitaine Boston
569 Tremont Street, Boston
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Parisian Steak | $45.00 |
NY Strip Steak, Sauce Bordelaise, Garlic Parsley Butter & Hand-cut Fries | |
Steak Frites Aquitaine | $38.50 |
Hanger Steak, Shallot Sauce, Perigord Truffle, Watercress & Hand-cut Fries | |
Truffle Burger | $24.75 |
Aged Angus Beef, Caramelized Onion, White Cheddar, Truffle Sauce & Pommes Frites |
Luma's Coffee Shop - 1 Federal Street
1 Federal Street, Boston
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STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE | |
Strawberry, Banana, Orange Juice, Greek Yogurt | |
CAFFE LATTE | $0.00 |
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam. | |
MIXED BERRY SMOOTHIE | |
Mixed Berries, Greek Yogurt, Almond Milk |
ILONA
783 Tremont St, Boston
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Pikilia | $22.00 |
Dip trio, homemade manakish | |
Manakish | $6.00 |
Soft flatbread topped with zaat’ar, evoo wheat bran coating | |
Octopus | $19.00 |
Grilled octopus, lemon, olive oil |
Ristorante Lucia - Boston
415 Hanover St., Boston
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Chitarra Tartufo | $29.00 |
Abruzzese Chitarra-cut pasta with wild mushrooms, sausage with white truffle oil | |
Carrozza | $16.00 |
Lightly breaded, pan fried Mozzarella stuffed with Prosciutto. Served with marinara sauce | |
Pollo Parmigiana | $24.00 |
Baked chicken cutlet topped with a light tomato sauce and Mozzarella cheese |
Bono Restaurant & Catering
271 Meridian St, Boston
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FRESH CHURROS | $0.00 |
Mexican style long churros | |
MERIDIAN ST BREAKFAST | $11.00 |
Three eggs just how you like them, with a side of golden-brown potatoes, toast, avocado, and your choice of breakfast meat." | |
HORCHATA | $4.79 |
Salvadorian #1 drink made out of pumpkin seeds , cinnamon |
Naco Taco Newbury Street Food Truck
354 Newbury Street, Boston
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Camarones | |
our corn tortillas are ground and pressed in house, are gluten free and vegan.fried shrimp / cabbage slaw / cilantro / chipotle aioli | |
Jarritos | |
fruit flavored sodas | |
Two Taco Combo | $15.00 |
Any Two Tacos and a Side! Add a Bottled Beverage for $2. |
Render Coffee - 563 Columbus Avenue
563 Columbus Avenue, Boston
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Cold Brew - 24oz | $5.00 |
24 OZ | |
Chicken Pesto | $12.00 |
Chicken, pesto, bacon, goat cheese, mixed greens & tomatoes on a ciabatta roll | |
Breakfast Sandwich | $9.00 |
Your choice of bagel or bread with a rosemary potato frittata or plain frittata. Add cheddar, swiss, or pepper jack cheese and your choice of topping(s): bacon, tomato, spinach, avocado, or Impossible Sausage |
Balance Patch - Hot Fix Cafe
1031 Commonwealth Ave, Allston
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Chocobo | |
The best combinations are good enough to run twice, like your favorite quest with a few different steps. Enjoy Boar's Head sliced turkey breast, sizzling bacon, provolone cheese, sliced tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on your choice of white, wheat or spinach wrap. | |
Gobbling Ganon | |
A simple and savory favorite of the Smash community. Our most sold sandwich has Boar’s Head sliced turkey breast, provolone cheese, tomato, mayonnaise and three strips of grilled bacon on your choice of white, wheat or sourdough bread. Now that’s a treat that will make you feel at home. | |
Cheesing the Boss | |
When some things have become too easy, try them out a little different. If you're looking for some extra stomach lining this will not disappoint! Five slices of sizzling Boar's head bacon, two slices of Vermont cheddar, two slices of white American cheese and sliced tomato on your choice of toasted white, wheat or sourdough bread. |
Harpoon Beer Hall
306 Northern Avenue, Boston
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3:30 Tasting | |
Join us for a 25 minute tasting and brewery experience! Learn about Harpoon while enjoying a tasting of our various beers, ciders, and seltzers.*Must be 21+ unless with parent or guardian. Tickets must still be purchased for patrons under 21. Children under 2 may accompany an adult without a ticket. Tickets only valid for date of purchase. Must arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour time, no one is allowed on the tour after the designated start time. No refunds. If there is room to move to a different time slot, we can transfer the time but cannot guarantee availability. Receipt and valid ID must be present at the door and when joining the tasting. | |
12:30 Tasting | |
Join us for a 25 minute tasting and brewery experience! Learn about Harpoon while enjoying a tasting of our various beers, ciders, and seltzers.*Must be 21+ unless with parent or guardian. Tickets must still be purchased for patrons under 21. Children under 2 may accompany an adult without a ticket. Tickets only valid for date of purchase. Must arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour time, no one is allowed on the tour after the designated start time. No refunds. If there is room to move to a different time slot, we can transfer the time but cannot guarantee availability. Receipt and valid ID must be present at the door and when joining the tasting. | |
1:30 Tasting | |
Join us for a 25 minute tasting and brewery experience! Learn about Harpoon while enjoying a tasting of our various beers, ciders, and seltzers.*Must be 21+ unless with parent or guardian. Tickets must still be purchased for patrons under 21. Children under 2 may accompany an adult without a ticket. Tickets only valid for date of purchase. Must arrive 10 minutes prior to the tour time, no one is allowed on the tour after the designated start time. No refunds. If there is room to move to a different time slot, we can transfer the time but cannot guarantee availability. Receipt and valid ID must be present at the door and when joining the tasting. |
Loco Taqueria - Fenway - Loco Fenway
61 Brookline Avenue, Boston
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Birria Torta | $17.00 |
jalisco style braised short rib, cilantro, onion, oaxaca cheese, dipping broth, served with loco fries | |
Grilled Broccolini Taco | $5.00 |
lemon harissa, crispy chickpeas, mozzarella | |
Baja Fish Taco | $6.00 |
gluten-free beer battered cod, cilantro lime slaw, chipotle aioli, charred pineapple, pickled serrano |
Dorchester-Dorchester-Dorchester - American Provisions-Dorchester
1971 Dorchester Avenue, Boston
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ITALIAN | $14.00 |
salami, prosciutto, mortadella, provolone, arugula, tomatoes, pickles, onions, hots, olive oil and vinaigrette, on ciabatta | |
AP BROILER | $14.00 |
buttermilk-marinated grilled chicken breast, tomato, pickles, onion, lettuce, AP special sauce, on seeded bun | |
FARMHOUSE | $14.00 |
honey maple turkey, cheddar, tomatoes, cucumbers, sharp honey mustard, arugula, on ciabatta |
Lolita Fort Point
253 Summer Street, Boston
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Griddled Cornbread | $12.00 |
roasted garlic butter, charred jalapeno | |
Steak Sofrito | $19.00 |
shaved ribeye, sofrito-fried rice, black beans, smoked cheddar, provolone, tabasco onion rings | |
Blackened Shrimp | $20.00 |
spicy tomato, grilled corn, avocado, queso asadero, mango-chili chamoy |
Back Deck - 2 West St
2 West St, Boston
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Grilled Tenders | $14.00 |
Tacos | $24.00 |
Potato Skins | $12.00 |
FRENCH FRIES
Woods Hill Pier 4 - Seaport Boston
300 Pier 4 Boulevard, Boston
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Smoked Ham Hock Croquettes | $16.00 |
garlic aioli, honey & aleppo gastrique, scallions {NF} | |
Crispy Lamb Ribs | $23.00 |
urfa pepper & red wine glaze, crispy bits, torn herbs {GF, DF, NF} | |
Charred Broccoli | $17.00 |
cheddar and smoked garlic aioli, broccoli leaf pistou, crispy leeks {GF, NF, VEG} |
Lulu Green Organic Cafe, Bakery and Juice Bar
246 West Broadway, Boston
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Fresh Mint Cold Brew Iced Latte | $6.50 |
Our Signature Iced Drink! Cold-Brew Coffee infused with Fresh Mint, Agave + Oat Milk, over Ice | |
Cinnamon Bun With Orange Blossom Glaze | $5.95 |
House-Made Vegan Cinnamon Bun w/our Signature Glaze. Weekends only! | |
BBQ Cauliflower Sandwich | $13.50 |
Muhammara, Pickled Broccoli Rabe, Mozzarella, Tahini, Labne, House-Made Pita |
Tradesman 100 Federal - 100 Federal Street
100 Federal Street, Boston
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Latte | $5.50 |
Cold Brew | $4.50 |
Madagascar Vanilla Latte | $5.75 |
SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES
Bennett's Sandwich Shop - Fenway
1348 Boylston Street, Boston
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Turkey BLT | $14.99 |
our all natural pan roasted turkey served with bacon, lettuce, tomato, american cheese and mayo. | |
Famous Italian | $13.99 |
genoa salami, hot capicola, ham, pepperoni, and provolone cheese served with lettuce, tomato, onion, oil & vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. | |
Wicked Italian | $13.99 |
our famous italian spiced up with banana peppers, sriracha aioli and hot pepper spread. |
Tony C's Seaport 250 Northern Ave - Seaport Tony's
250 Northern Avenue, Boston
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Buff Chix Caesar Wrap | $14.25 |
Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Bread Crisp, Flour Tortilla | |
Chicken Tenders | $14.50 |
Buffalo / Honey BBQ / Sticky Asian Style, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing | |
Chicken Wings | $16.00 |
Buffalo / Honey BBQ / Sticky Asian Style, Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing |
FRENCH FRIES
Vejigantes Restaurant
57 W Dedham St, Boston
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Mofongo Tradicional de Plátano | $10.00 |
Traditional mashed plantains with pork or chicken inside. | |
Bistec Encebollado | $16.00 |
Thin cut marinated steak topped with onions | |
Churrasco con Salsa Chimichurri | $28.00 |
Grilled skirt steak with chimichurri sauce. |
PS Gourmet Coffee - Dorchester - 514 Gallivan Blvd
514 Gallivan Blvd, Boston
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Bacon Egg Cheese | $6.75 |
Freshly Grilled Egg, Bacon and American Cheese on your choice of bread. | |
Bucket Red Bull Rickey | $6.60 |
A can of Red Bull mixed with your favorite flavor to make our delicious Red Bull Rickey. | |
Bucket Mocha Iced | $5.60 |
Try one of our many flavors, brewed right into the beans, mixed with our delicious mocha, no syrups! |
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