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1. Tryst Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1643)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Arlington
Booked 15 times today
Tryst Restaurant serves creative American cuisine, using local and seasonal ingredients.
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2. Sogno
4.7
Exceptional(906)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Woburn
Booked 60 times today
Sogno, nestled just north of Boston, sets the standard for culinary excellence, offering a gastronomic journey through regional Italian fare that delights the senses and leaves a lasting impression on patrons. With meticulous attention to detail and a passion for culinary innovation, Sogno restaurant has earned widespread acclaim and a loyal following. Enjoy a buzzing bar with live music Monday - Friday, covered and heated patio dining and an impressing dining room with big booths and banquets overlooking the exposition kitchen and showpiece brick oven.
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3. La Fabrica Central
4.8
Exceptional(1033)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Cambridge
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to La Fabrica, where life is celebrated through our Spanish Caribbean cuisine and lively atmosphere! Feed your soul with our flavorful Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Dominican Republic dishes. Our passion for Latin American cuisine is tasted in every bite, from small plates of ceviche to signature entrees such as the Fried Red Snapper, Kan Kan Pork Chop, and Mofongo. Experience Latin-inspired flavors fused with Japanese sushi and a touch of Peru. With our flavorful and colorful cocktails in hand, unwind to the sultry sounds of live Latin music. Immerse yourself in the culture with our rustic, industrial charm and festive ambiance. See your colorful self in the street art that adorns our walls. There’s always a seat for you “en nuestra casa” in the heart of Central Square, whether you join us on one of our beautiful patios or in our decorated dining room! Enjoy live music in the front lounge on Thursday-Sunday evenings!
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4. La Royal
4.6
Exceptional(73)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Cambridge
Booked 29 times today
Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.
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5. Margeaux Supper Parlor
4.3
Awesome(128)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 40 times today
Margeaux Supper Parlor presents a novel way to experience dinner by telling stories through cuisine. Guests are encouraged to order a themed trio of dishes, larger than tapas and smaller than big plates, to better experience the menu and recreate the familial bonhomie we associate with supper at grandma’s (when you were urged to try a bite of everything!). Recommended wine pairings are served in collections to mirror the entree trios. Margeaux Supper Parlor serves New American cuisine, blending dishes inspired by the two most historic port cities in the country: New Orleans and Boston. Dinner plates include: Tomato & Bacon Jam Deviled Eggs (topped with a fried Maine oyster), Lamb Lollipops with cherry reduction, Pumpkin Ravioli, Beef Wellington, Shrimp & Boursin Grits, and Maple Bourbon Steak Tips.Brunch is also served in themed collections and includes items such as: Quiche Lorraine, Fried Chicken & Sweet Corn Waffle, Eggs Benedict, and a Black Forrest Waffle.
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6. Menotomy Grill & Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(565)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Arlington
Booked 39 times today
The name, Menotomy, pays homage to the Menotomy Indians and the Menotomy Village originallySettled in 1635. The village was incorporated as the town of Arlington in 1867 following the civilwar as a tribute to Arlington National Cemetery.Our vision for Menotomy Grill & Tavern is to bring the tavern concept back to the town of Arlington by creating a rustic grill capitalizing on the coziness of a brick house featuring fireplace, open kitchen,exposed beams, large planked hard wood floors, and historical artifacts and photos. Fostering aloyal following will be the key to our success, so we welcome you to join us on Facebook for news, special offers and exciting events.
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7. Machu Picchu
4.8
Exceptional(81)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Somerville
Booked 9 times today
You no longer need to travel to Lima to experience great Peruvian cuisine, as Machu Picchu is a restaurant right on your doorstep in the greater Boston area .Now just a T stop away from the Green line. Machu Picchu serves up the freshest and most Authentic dishes, like Lomo saltado and Ceviche. All arranged to perfection for each patron's plate. Machu Picchu is a special place to go to experience culture and great food. If you are looking for a romantic dinner for two or host a large event, Machu Picchu is for you. Not only will you have some great food, but the extensive cocktail list will definitely help you top off a great evening out.
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8. Buttermilk & Bourbon - Arsenal Yard
4.4
Awesome(982)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Watertown
Booked 40 times today
Drawing on the South’s trademark charm, the restaurant offers a vibrant, cozy atmosphere with an innovative American menu featuring Southern-influences. Santos channels his love of New Orleans and all things Southern to transport guests to the Bayou by way of Buttermilk & Bourbon.Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Doordash. There are 3 options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors) and Patio (Outdoor). All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be cancelled. *We allot 1 hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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9. Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(919)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Brighton
Booked 41 times today
Rail Stop offers contemporary New England cuisine, craft beer, the finest spirits with a barrel aged cocktail program, and an exceptional wine list.Offering outdoor dining, private dining rooms and an expansive bar/lounge area.
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10. Grafton Street Pub & Grill
4.6
Exceptional(1296)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 27 times today
*New Address: 59 JFK Street, Cambridge MA*Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved institution of Harvard Square for over 25 years. Located at 59 JFK Street – the Gateway of Harvard Square – this neighborhood hot spot is named after the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district near Dublin’s famed Temple Bar area. Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub’s warmth and coziness with a contemporary and comfortable full-service restaurant. Formerly located at 1230 Massachusetts Avenue, Grafton Street relocated in March of 2022. The new location is on lower JFK Street just steps away from the Red Line MBTA stop and the Charles River. Grafton Street offers FREE validated parking daily and all day Sunday just above the restaurant in the Harvard Square Parking Garage. The garage entrance is located at 20 Eliot Street.

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