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
FRENCH FRIES
Chickadee
21 Dry Dock Ave, Boston
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Truffle Lumache | $28.00 |
joyberry farms mushroom bolognese, parmigiano-reggiano, chive | |
Crispy Hen of the Woods | $19.00 |
skordalia, nigella seed, almond oil, chive | |
Marinated Beets | $17.00 |
whipped goat cheese, pistachio, ras el hanout |
American Provisions - Southie-Southie-Southie
613 East Broadway, Boston
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The Roast Beef | $14.00 |
Roast beef with creamy horseradish sauce, watercress, black pepper, and crispy onions on a soft brioche roll. | |
Farm House | $14.00 |
Honey maple turkey, mild cheddar, tomatoes, cucumbers, sharp honey mustard, and arugula on a ciabatta. Allergen note: honey mustard contains egg. | |
La Campania | $10.00 |
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinaigrette on a ficelle |
SANDWICHES
Americano Espresso Bar
155 Meridian St, East Boston
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Cold Brew On Tap | $0.00 |
Snowy Owl Comayagua region of Honduras. Flavor notes of almond, dark chocolate, and orange. - Brewster, MA George Howell Antigua, Guatemala. Flavor notes of dark chocolate and molasses. - Acton, MA Equal Exchange East African blend with Flavor notes of raspberry, blueberry, and chocolate ice cream. NOBL Brazil Full body dark roast that is smooth and diverse. Flavor notes of dark chocolate and caramel. | |
Cold Foam Cold Brew | $0.00 |
Golden Cold Foam - (Turmeric & Honey) Vanilla Cold Foam - (Sweet Vanilla) Plain Cold Foam - (Thick Foam Topped) Caramel Cold Foam - (Caramel Sauce) Chocolate Cold Foam - (Chocolate Sauce) | |
Caramel Latte | $0.00 |
Davio's - - Seaport
26 Fan Pier Boulevard, Boston
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ala 8 Filet | $57.00 |
8 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon | |
Endive Salad | $15.00 |
Endive, Radicchio, Frisee, Pomegranates, Gorgonzola, White Balsamic, Almond Crumbs | |
To Go Bread | $0.00 |
Yes, would like to go Bread for my order |
DIM SUM • NOODLES
Banyan Bar + Refuge
553 Tremont St, Boston
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KFC Bao (vg) | $13.00 |
tempura cauliflower, sweet + spicy sauce, green onion | |
Sticky Chicken | $21.00 |
crispy chicken thighs, vietnamese glaze, miso-scallion ranch | |
Fried Chicken Bao | $15.00 |
crispy fried chicken thighs, korean style sweet + spicy glaze, pickles |
SALADS • SANDWICHES
Tatte Bakery - Northeastern
369 Huntington Ave, Boston
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Latte | $0.00 |
A double shot of espresso with steamed milk and topped with microfoam. (190 / 230 cal, Contains: Milk | |
Muesli | $0.00 |
Whipped Greek yogurt topped with housemade granola, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, pear, apple, honey, and black sesame. (670 / 980 cal, Contains: Milk, Sesame, Tree Nut - Almond, Cashew) | |
Breakfast Sandwich | $10.00 |
Eggs your style, Vermont cheddar, and applewood smoked bacon on housemade sourdough. (870 cal, Contains: Wheat, Milk, Egg) |
PIZZA • SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Clery's - Boston, MA
113 Dartmouth St, Boston
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Calamar | $15.00 |
Shrimp Tacos | $19.00 |
Honey mustard | $0.25 |
SOUPS • SALADS • SANDWICHES
The Tip Tap Room
138 Cambridge Street, Boston
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CHICKEN TIPS | $26.00 |
citrus, yuzu & herb / jasmine rice / cucumber - corn slaw (GF) | |
BREAD FOR 2 | $1.00 |
2 slices of miche bread & rosemary - maple butter | |
KOREAN CHICKEN WINGS | $18.00 |
chile, citrus, sesame & soy marinated / spiced ranch |
Istanbul Doner Burrito
350 Brookline Avenue Unit 18, Boston
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Tortillas | $10.95 |
Build your burrito with helal & fresh ingredients. | |
Bowl | $13.45 |
Build your own bowl with helal & fresh ingredients. | |
Chips & Dips | $5.95 |
Indulge in our delectable Chips & Dip combination, perfect for satisfying your snack cravings. For just $5.95, you can enjoy a generous serving of our crispy, golden-brown chips paired with your choice of one of the following delightful dips. |
Carmellas Market LLC - 86 Cottage St.
86 Cottage St., East Boston
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Build Your Own Sub | $8.95 |
Your choice of meat and cheese. Up to two meats & one cheese included. Served plain unless toppings are selected. Served on a sub roll. | |
Cini God Special | $13.95 |
Chicken Cutlet Served with Broccoli Rabe, Hot Soppressata, Fresh Mozzarella, Hot Chopped Stuffed Peppers, Olive Oil and Balsamic Glaze. Served on a sub roll. | |
Capo Regime | $12.95 |
Parma Prosciutto, Mortadella, Sweet Capicola, Genoa Salami & Provolone Cheese. Served Plain unless topping options selected. Served on a sub roll. |
Gatto Pazzo
240 Devonshire Street, Boston
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Sopressata | $15.50 |
Tomato, Garlic, Spicy Sopressata, Local Honey, Calabrian Chili | |
THE GATTO PAZZO | $17.25 |
MARINATED SHRIMP, GOLDEN VODKA SAUCE, CACIOCAVALLO, SCALLION | |
Pepperoni | $15.50 |
Tomato, Caciocavallo, Mozzarella Pepperoni, Garlic, Oregano |
SMOKED SALMON • TAPAS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
South End Buttery
314 Shawmut Avenue, Boston
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Buttery Biscuit Sandwich | $10.50 |
buttery biscuit sandwich, scrambled egg, aged cheddar, bacon or roasted tomato | |
Breakfast Burrito | $10.95 |
scrambled eggs, scallions, bacon, baby spinach, cheddar, sour cream and salsa | |
Bagel | $3.00 |
OMG bagel with your choice of cream cheese or other topping |
Blackbird Doughnuts® Cambridge Street - Beacon Hill | West End
175 Cambridge Street, Boston
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PUMPKIN SPICE ROLL | $4.00 |
brioche, spiced pumpkin, cream cheese glaze | |
CLASSIC 6-PACK | $21.00 |
one each: blackbird | chocolate old fashioned | vanilla glazed | chocolate sprinkle | salted toffee | boston cream bismarck | |
BOSTON CREAM COLD BREW | $5.45 |
Blackbird Doughnuts cold brew, house-made chocolate sauce, vanilla Boston cream cold foam |
WRAPS • PIZZA • PASTA • SANDWICHES
Viga Catering
133 Pearl St, Boston
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Greek Chicken (Large) | $12.49 |
Mixed greens, tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and greek dressing with grilled chicken breast. | |
Montalcino | $11.99 |
Grilled steak and chicken combo, tomato relish, provolone cheese, and homemade chipotle sauce. | |
Caesar Chicken (Large) | $10.99 |
Crisp romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, and caesar dressing with grilled chicken breast. |
Our Fathers at Citizen Pub
1310 Boylston St, Boston
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Roasted Meatball Parm Slider | $8.00 |
Roasted pork & beef meatball on a brioche slider bun with tomato sauce, house mozzarella & grated pecorino. | |
"What's the Craic?" Burger | $22.00 |
10oz ground sirloin bacon cheeseburger topped with truffle oil, red wine demi glace, blue cheese butter, scallions; served with hand cut fries. | |
Spicy Fried Pickles | $9.00 |
Deep fried dill pickles chips served with a side of buttermilk ranch. |
Pete’s Dockside
12 Channel Street, Boston
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GRILLED CHICKEN CLUB | $8.25 |
BACON LETTUCE TOMATO &MAYO | |
CHEESBURGER | $7.50 |
SICILIAN SLICE | $3.50 |
Capo Restaurant & Supper Club
443 West Broadway, South Boston
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Cacio e Pepe | $28.00 |
*NEW* cavatelli, beef and pork meatballs, parmesan, black pepper | |
Meatballs | $13.00 |
classic pork & beef | |
Garlic Bread | $8.00 |
black pepper & oregano ciabatta |
Sorelle–Atlantic Wharf
282 Congress St., Boston
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Southwestern Chicken | $12.50 |
bacon, avocado, cheddar, greens, tomato, red onion, chipotle, CIABATTA | |
Chicken, Provolone & Roasted Peppers | $12.25 |
basil pesto, CIABATTA | |
Caprese | $10.75 |
tomato, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, balsamic, CIABATTA |
Chicken and Rice Guys - 280 Washington
280 Washington Street, Boston
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Regular Combo | $10.99 |
The best of both worlds with our classic chicken and luscious lamb/beef gyro together. Perfect for indecisive eaters! | |
Small Gyro | $9.79 |
Call it "Hero," "Yeer-o," or "Guy-ro," we just call our lamb gyro freaking fantastic. | |
Regular Tofu | $10.49 |
Veggie lovers rejoice! Our tasty tofu is hand-rubbed with the same spice rub we use on our chicken, then baked and served with our tomato / cucumber blend! |
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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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 | $6.35 |
Freshly Grilled Egg, Sausage Patty and American Cheese on your choice of bread. | |
Bucket Iced Coffee | $5.15 |
Try one of our many flavors, brewed right into the beans, no syrups! |
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! | |
Hamburger | $5.00 |
French Fries | $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. |
Wow Tikka
84 Peterborough Street, Boston
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Desi Burrito ( Gluten ) | $9.99 |
Wrap | |
Samosa Chat ( Gluten ) | $8.99 |
Crushed samosa layered with chickpeas & herbs | |
Rasmalai | $3.99 |
Cheese cake in cardamom flavored sweatened milk |
Tatte Bakery | Fenway
1352 Boylston Street, Boston
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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 | |
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)) |
Chilacates - South Boston - Southie
69 L Street, South Boston
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ELOTES | $5.99 |
Corn comes with mayo, cotija cheese, and chili powder. | |
BIRRIA BOWL | $12.99 |
Rice, beans, cheese and pico | |
CHICKEN TINGA BURRITO | $0.00 |
Flour tortilla, rice & beans, cheese, pico. Shredded Chicken & onions simmered in spicy chipotle sauce |
Aquitaine Boston
569 Tremont Street, Boston
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Steak Frites Aquitaine | $38.50 |
Hanger Steak, Shallot Sauce, Perigord Truffle, Watercress & Hand-cut Fries | |
Parisian Steak | $45.00 |
NY Strip Steak, Sauce Bordelaise, Garlic Parsley Butter & 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 |
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 |
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