Best Restaurants for People Watching in Lexington

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Tavern in the Square - Burlington

4.6

Exceptional(1753)

Price: Moderate

• American • Burlington

Booked 83 times today

Grab your co-workers, friends, family and go! Burlington, MA is quickly becoming a bustling business hub and Tavern in the Square Burlington is the perfect lunch, brunch or happy hour spot to kick it with co-workers or catch the game with friends. Our menu caters to every appetite big or small. Whether you are looking to sink your teeth into our delicious burgers, unwind with an after work cocktail, or try something healthy like our Gluten Free options, Tavern in the Square has something to satisfy everyone. Located across the parking lot of Burlington Mall, Tavern in the Square is the perfect spot to relax after a day of shopping with one of our 50 ice cold draft beers in the bar or while people watching on our patio.Follow us on Instagram: @taverninthesquare & Twitter: @TavernintheSq

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2. Jake n JOES Sports Grille - Waltham

4.4

Awesome(356)

Price: Moderate

• American • Waltham

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Jake n JOES Sports Grille in Waltham, located at 70 Market Place Drive off of I-95 N Exit 41.Voted NBC10’s Boston's Best Sports Bar! We proudly serve a classic American Pub menu featuring Wings, Burgers, Seafood, Pasta's, Appetizers and Featured Specials at reasonable prices with great service. Jake n JOES is known for Hand-Crafted Cocktails, Craft Beer to accompany our Weekday Menu Promotions…perfect for an after work gathering. A large bar, lots of tables and large outdoor patio help to create a fun atmosphere with a great crowd. Guaranteeing a view from any seat to watch the game with our state-of- the- art HDTV’s and sound system. Never miss your favorite team as NFL Sunday Ticket and most of the major sporting events are always available. Jake n JOES, Always a Good Call!

3. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4865)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 93 times today

Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

4. Branch Line

4.7

Exceptional(2603)

Price: Moderate

• American • Watertown

Booked 36 times today

Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

5. Eva

4.4

Awesome(439)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Back Bay

Booked 27 times today

Please note that our patio is seated on a first come first serve basis; all tables are set for a 90 minute reservation limit.Eva means full of life. It is also the initials to my children, Elias & Vivian Aboujaoude, who are my life. Eva is a space designed to be welcoming and bright, a place for great food, refreshing cocktails and lively conversation. All while sitting back to enjoy and observe the hustle & bustle of beautiful, historic Newbury Street from one of the largest outdoor patios.

6. Little Whale

4.8

Exceptional(762)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 13 times today

Little Whale Oyster Bar is a Classic New England Seafood Restaurant and Raw Bar from Chef Michael Serpa on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay. An ode to the seaside clamshacks are raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a casual neighborhood spot focusing on local products and seafood friendly wines.

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7. Russell House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2810)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 51 times today

A New American Tavern, Russell House Tavern is a comfortable gathering spot for every occasion-from casual lunch breaks on the patio to after-work cocktails in the upstairs tavern to functions in the private dining room and everything in between. Russell House Tavern delivers a seasonally-inspired menu of modern interpretations of American classics, including signatures like the R. House Burger, a selection of Tavern Pizzas and Steak Frites among other dishes. To complement the menu, Russell House Tavern serves an interesting collection of all-American wines, including two regional wines on tap, and a locally-driven craft beer selection. The cocktail menu strikes a balance between familiar classics and modern hand-crafted recipes using only fresh juices, homemade syrups and infusions.

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8. Blue Ribbon Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(276)

Price: Expensive

• American • Fenway–Kenmore

Booked 12 times today

Blue Ribbon Brasserie is built on the vision that originated over 30 years ago in New York City's SoHo at the legendary original Blue Ribbon, well known as the restaurant "where chefs go to eat." Blue Ribbon is also famously ready to serve here in Boston!The space is highlighted by a 70-foot white Carrera marble bar, an oyster bar, and a 16-seat private dining room. The soaring interior has been designed as a collection of intimate dining spaces featuring cozy leather banquettes, shaded table lamps and bistro tables, and a light-filled solarium with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out into the neighborhood and beckon inside the Boston community and visitors alike.

9. SOURCE Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(572)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 28 times today

SOURCE is a fresh, modern approach to the local gastro pub and pizza bar. Source is an innovative dining destination featuring rustic yet refined food, and an unmatched craft and local beverage program. Utilizing local and sustainable products and only the purest ingredients, SOURCE’s mission is to embrace the root of who we are and what we consume. Owned by Restaurant veteran Daniel Roughan, SOURCE offers guests the space to enjoy delicious quality authentic Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pizza SOURCE will offer an assortment of small plates, entrees and homemade desserts. SOURCE will be open daily for lunch and dinner as well offering an unforgettable brunch experience both Saturdays and Sundays. Welcome home, Welcome to SOURCE.

10. Tempo

4.8

Exceptional(2281)

Price: Moderate

• American • Waltham

Booked 20 times today

Outdoor Dining at Tempo is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ONLY!Don't see a reservation available...give us a call!Tempo offers downtown quality and atmosphere in a convenient suburban location on, Moody Street in Waltham known as "Restaurant Row". The menu features a wide variety of fresh seafood, great cuts of meat, chicken, duck, and truly has something for everyone. Tempo is excellent for a date, great for groups, and the bar is a perfect place for singles and people watching. The cuisine rivals higher-priced alternatives and the staff is welcoming and eager to please. The bar offers the largest selection around and the wine list pricing is the best in Waltham. We have a gorgeous private dining room that is perfect for events, corporate dinners, holiday parties and graduation celebrations. If you haven't visited us we promise you won't regret it!

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maxwellVIP
Greater Boston •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A great spot for a cold winter night. Food is excellent. Our waitress Natalya was helpful and attentive. She pointed out that the large salad I was going to order as an appetizer could be ordered in a smaller version instead of fries for a modest additional charge. Just the sort of thing you appreciate from a server.
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• West Cambridge
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4.6
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Robert
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Good food fast service Great menu selection, large space so plenty of seating
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Tavern in the Square - BurlingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Burlington
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4.6
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Frank
Greater Boston •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
First time at Branch Line. Ambience is very nice, modern and open but visually appealing. Service was excellent; knowledgeable and helpful wait-staff. Food came quickly and was nicely cooked, e.g. fish nice and soft, moist but completely done. Sauces were savory and not too salty. Delicious hot chocolate brownie dessert. Wine list is interesting and reasonably priced. My only issue is that it is pretty noisy, so don't plan on a quiet, intimate conversation. Else, definitely worth the money.
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Branch LinePrice: Moderate• American• Watertown
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4.7
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Mareesa
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
The best French toast!! Lovely wait staff. Great food. Loved everything, thank you!
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EvaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Back Bay
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4.4
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Andrea
Greater Boston •14 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 13, 2024
We love Jake n Joes. Great vibe, very consistent, good value…just a fun place to meet. Always enjoyable
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Jake n JOES Sports Grille - WalthamPrice: Moderate• American• Waltham
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4.4

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern in the Square - Burlington

2. Jake n JOES Sports Grille - Waltham

3. Alden and Harlow

4. Branch Line

5. Eva

6. Little Whale

7. Russell House Tavern

8. Blue Ribbon Brasserie

9. SOURCE Restaurant

10. Tempo

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