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1. Yellow Door Taqueria - Dorchester
4.9
Exceptional(134)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Dorchester
Booked 2 times today
At Yellow Door Taqueria, we are serving up traditional & contemporary Mexican cuisine with a New England Spin. Our traditional tacos each have an individual twist and they're all served on the tortillas we make fresh every morning. We offer a full bar and have a stacked drink menu including several different kinds of Margaritas, an extensive tequila, and mezcal list, as well as carefully craft cocktails. If you're not into the hard stuff, no worries, we have mocktails, Mexican sodas, beer, wine, and more!This is our original location which lives in the heart of Lower Mills, Dorchester. We are right in between our two sister restaurants Lower Mills Tavern and Madre Osteria & Bar - Perfect spots to grab a drink before or after your reservation!Our second location resides in Boston's South End at the InkBlock apartment community. We are open 7 days a week for dinner & for brunch on the weekends!
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2. Steel and Rye
4.7
Exceptional(1699)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Milton
Booked 14 times today
Thank you for reserving a table at Steel & Rye! PLEASE NOTE: FOR WEEKDAY LUNCH RESERVATIONS, STEEL & RYE OFFERS COUNTER SERVICE FROM OUR BAKERY BETWEEN 7:00 A.M. AND 4:00PM (Mondays until 2:30pm). All reservations after 4pm for Dinner will be provided full table service and are for inside tables only. Outside tables are currently first come, first served and orders may be placed via QR code.
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3. Novara
4.8
Exceptional(2899)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Milton
Booked 20 times today
Novara rivals the quality and authenticity of Boston’s North End restaurants in a suburban setting. The classic Milton Cinema converted beautifully into his industrial-chic hot spot with soaring ceilings and a sleek cararra marble bar. Parking lot located behind the restaurant Church Street. Street parking also available.
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4. MIDA - South End
4.7
Exceptional(2728)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South End
Booked 24 times today
MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.
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5. Comfort Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(602)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Dorchester
Booked 15 times today
Comfort Kitchen is a hidden gem in Upham's Corner neighborhood. It's praised for its unique global comfort food, creative dishes, and cozy atmosphere. Reviewers highlight its 'inventive and beautiful prepared' food and 'amazing' flavors. It's also loved for its friendly service and the unique vibe of the place. One reviewer notes it as a 'warm hug' in the neighborhood, and another called it a 'neighbor gem worth traveling in for.'
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6. Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1463)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Boston
Booked 26 times today
Located in the heart of South Boston, Lincoln is a classic American tavern that offers guests a welcoming combination of home-spun, American fare alongside a wide variety of rustic, wood-fire-grilled specialties.Built with the intention of being a comfortable meeting spot for locals looking to share stories at the end of their long day, Lincoln draws inspiration from it’s surrounding, hard-working, and uniquely American neighborhood.Revitalizing a nearly forgotten West Broadway space that at one time housed the area’s only department store, Lincoln feels nostalgic. It’s open-air, tiled-floor cafe, grande bar, and soaring, original tin ceilings remind us of a time when dining halls and supper clubs were a way of life.
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7. Molinari's
4.8
Exceptional(460)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Dorchester
Booked 7 times today
“I wanted to do a place with good Italian comfort food. The simplicity of it, the freshness of it, the quality of ingredients that you get to work with.” They specialize in that quintessential Italian comfort food – pizza. “I think it’s great that the city of Boston is turning around and starting to become known for pizza like the other big cities in the country,” he said. “It is such a simple food but it all comes down to the quality of ingredients.” It’s all done out of an open kitchen where the star of the show is Molinari’s wood burning oven.
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8. Brassica Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(1673)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Jamaica Plain
Booked 16 times today
YOUR J.P. NEIGHBORHOOD JOINTWe are currently offer dinner Weds-Sat, starting at 5 PM, with last seating at 9:15 & brunch Saturdays from 10AM to 1:30 PM and Sundays from 10AM to 2PM!At brunch, we offer exciting breakfast plates and sandwiches, espresso drinks, a crushable cocktail list, and full wine & beer menus. At dinner, our menu of vibrant and eclectic small plates focuses heavily on fermentation and exploring cuisines from all over the world. We also offer a super fun pre-fixe menu, a.k.a The Ride, alongside our a la carte menu. Our beverage program mirrors the values of the kitchen, focusing on eliminating waste, upcycling ingredients, and natural fermentation. The vibe is always fast paced, energetic, and tons of fun! Come hang with us! It just might be your thing!Please note: While we no longer require masks or vaccine cards, we appreciate your help in keeping our community safe by not coming to dinner if you are feeling unwell.
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9. Abby Park
4.8
Exceptional(2813)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Milton
Booked 7 times today
The story of Milton's thriving restaurant scene starts with Abby Park. We opened in 2009 as the town's first eating establishment with a full liquor license, serving up American comfort food, local beer, and approachable craft cocktails. Newly renovated and revitalized, Abby Park offers a full entertainment calendar and an exciting late-night bar scene. With several options for private dining and catering, let us host your next event whether it is a business dinner, cocktail party or wedding. We have proudly become a local neighborhood establishment, serving our residents and families.
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10. Publico
4.8
Exceptional(847)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Boston
Booked 18 times today
Imagine yourself wandering through a local public market, enjoying culturally unique street foods, socializing and immersing yourself in new or familiar surroundings. We believe, for the public good, everyone should have the chance to experience this magic.We proudly invite you to join us at Publico, where our goal is to channel the senses of exploring a new locale through globally inspired fare, libations, and mid-century meets rustic décor.Our simple plates meld elements and flavors from Europe, South and North America. Prepared with traditional techniques and time tested recipes, our approachable offerings highlight the season’s freshest, sensibly sourced ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Paired with wine selections from around the world, a selection of local craft beers, or indulgent cocktails, your experience is designed to leave you with a modestly priced passport stamp for your palette.
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  • Richard
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Overall great experience. The staff was friendly even wished my fiancee a happy birthday each time they met her. There were a few hiccups as to why I could not rate 5 stars. First was our steaks were over cooked not destroyed however at $50 for a ribeye the cook should know med rare from med well. The homemade steak sauce that was touted on the menu was lack luster. The other reason was we ordered a bottle of wine that was listed at $45 and charged $60. Normally I wouldn't have even noticed however I decided to take the customer copy as a momento of the occasion. When I reviewed it I noticed the error. Not a huge deal but still put a bitter taste in my mind. The decor was classy and tasteful. The acoustics were not good and was very loud and it wasn't a rowdy crowd either. Good time enjoyed it didn't feel that there was enough value in the food which all was good but nothing wowed us. As more upscale restaurant I would expect more. Edit: This says alot about an establishment. After my review was posted the restaurant read it and not only responded but did so in such a professional way that really did make me feel better. I recieved a voice mail as the call came while I was at work from Emelia. She did in fact remember us and having wished my fiancee a happy birthday. She apologized for the over sight of the over charging of the bottle of wine. Yes I do believe it was simply missed in rephrasing of proces in computer and not done maliciously. She stated that the difference would be reversed on my card. And also said how they do appreciate the honest feedback. I really appreciate this gesture and also no long drawn out excuses the over charge was a simple mistake. The kitchen well it didn't get brought up and I believe rightfully so and appreciate that excuse wasn't thrown out. Mistakes happen and I have a feeling that management will address the issue in their own way. And thank you for not asking me to change my review instead I added this note.
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    NovaraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Milton
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    4.8
  • Sarah
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The Scillian muscles were DELICIOUS, the sauce was phenomenal! I also ordered their short rib lasagna which was also tasty!
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    MIDA - South EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• South End
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    4.7
  • Alexis
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Super delicious, beautiful banquette in the wall, excellent drinks. Recipes you won’t find anywhere else—just a fantastic experience.
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    Comfort KitchenPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Dorchester
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    4.7
  • JESSICA
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Wonderful! Miss the pizza though! Server was great
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    Steel and RyePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Milton
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    4.7
  • Tinashevip
    Las Vegas •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 16, 2024
    The service was great and the food and drink was also great.
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    Yellow Door Taqueria - DorchesterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Dorchester
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    4.9

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