Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Boston

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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Premiere on Broadway

4.9

4.9 (279)

$30 and under

Italian

Somerville

About the restaurant

In search of dinner and a show? The Premiere on Broadway is an exciting new restaurant and music venue located in the historic Magoun Square, Somerville. Featuring delicious cuisine, libations, beautiful artwork and fantastic live entertainment. The Premiere serves an array of Italian and American fare. At our 65-seat bar we offer delicious craft beers and an extensive classic Italian cocktail program; featuring negronis, Americanos, and Bellinis.
We accept dinner reservations through OpenTable and over the phone. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are strongly recommended for full dinner service only. Our bar is first come first serve. Fri and Sat there is a $50 minimum per person for parties of 10 or more. After 8 p.m. I.D.s are checked at the door.
For large party inquiries (private events, buyouts, holiday parties etc.) contact owner Koryn Zammuto at koryn.zammuto8@gmail.com.

Top review

Gina

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Excellent food and excellent service!! Always fresh and delicious!

BLEND

5.0

5 (76)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Dorchester

About the restaurant

Blend is a gastro pub that combines the aspects of great food, music, lights and entertainment all into one. Blend "blends" up that neighborhood gastro pub feel where everyone is welcome. Gay owned and Operated, come check us out!

DRAG BRUNCHES ARE 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED
instagram handle : blendboston

Please note when booking for a drag brunch to not choose outside. All drag brunches will be held inside.

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josephvip

Dined on Aug 10, 2024

Food A. Service A plus. He was amazing. We were there early but I wish there were more people there. We will return

No Relation

4.9

4.9 (127)

$50 and over

Japanese

South End

About the restaurant

Tucked away down a narrow hallway, No Relation is a nine-seat, secret sushi restaurant nestled within Shore Leave, a tropical experience from the team at Bar Mezzana. Chef Colin Lynch leads the inventive omakase menu, where Japanese technique and his creative interpretation of a sushi-ya are presented each evening over approximately 14 courses. Join us in a shared intimate experience with a thoughtfully curated menu, served directly by our chefs.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

Outstanding little place. 100% recommend, if you can afford the cost and are willing to pay for this kind of experience.

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Experience

Omakase

Experience

Chris Johnson Fall Sake Tasting

dbar

4.8

4.8 (1462)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dorchester

About the restaurant

dbar is a full service restaurant that seamlessly transforms into a nightclub and lounge as the night goes on. Formally an old school Irish pub filled with mahogany charm, dbar has been renovated into a hip chic hot spot. With warm glowing candles & long leather banquettes, dbar offers a casual and comfortable atmosphere that attracts clientele from Dorchester and surrounding areas. The unique and classy menu inspired by Executive Chef Christopher Coombs changes with the seasons and features the finest and freshest available ingredients throughout the New England area. Most of the menu takes a French twist, but also contains an assortment of comfort foods (such as our famous Veal & Pancetta Bolognaise) and old favorites (like our simple yet delicious Giannone Chicken Under a Brick.)

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cindyvip

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Took advantage of dine out menu. Food and service excellent as always!

Grana at The Langham, Boston

4.7

4.7 (509)

$50 and over

Italian

Financial District

About the restaurant

Set in the former Federal Reserve Bank's grand hall, glamour meets worn-in authenticity at the classic Italian restaurant with an inviting atmosphere. Grana’s original soaring ceilings, ornate moldings and fixtures, lush velvet furniture and world-class art collection make it the most perfectly-imperfect setting for an approachable menu of authentic Italian dishes created to inspire long conversations, festive celebrations and years of return visits.

Executive Chef Daniel Burger serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy classic breakfast dishes, power lunch combinations with fresh salads, handheld sandwiches and house-made pastas, or indulge in a brunch experience featuring traditional items like farm fresh eggs, avocado toast, brunch cocktails and or try our signature seasonal french toast, lobster cannolis and large format cocktails.

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Johnnyvip

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

Great service, ambiance, and food! My date has a gluten allergy and our server was fantastic about accommodating her dietary restrictions. The ambiance was romantic but lively, even for brunch! We had a great time and we’ll certainly be back again!

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Experience

Create-Your-Own-Prefix

Dali

4.8

4.8 (1519)

$31 to $50

Spanish

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Owners Mario Leon and Tamara Bourso introduced traditional Spanish cuisine with a Dali twist to Boston in 1989 and the concept of pairing/sharing tapas quickly spread throughout the restaurant community. Dali offers a full liquor bar with Sangria, original/vintage Cocktails, and Bottoms Up Shots. The interior is personalized with quirky decor such as the Crying Gold Wall, Lost & Found Clothesline, and a LED Interactive Table that cozily seats 6-10 convivial guests.

Reservations available Wednesday thru Sunday from 5:30 to 10 and we invite you for a memorable evening.

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Jason

Dined 5 days ago

I'm sort of biased, as this is my favorite restaurant, and have been eating here for 30 years. Last night I brought my star employee for a celebration dinner, and with every morsel he ate he said to me "this is the best. Oh my god". The dining experience of this restaurant is essentially perfect, start to finish. My only sadness is that my server of 30 years, Rafael, has officially retired. May he live a long and wonderful rest of his life!!!

Vinotta Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (714)

$30 and under

Italian

Waltham

About the restaurant

Dante and his team are the new-kids on Moody Street, Waltham but old pros in the Boston area. Dante has been cooking in his home town of Abruzzo since 1979. His passion for cooking grew as explored the all the flavors and recipes of the Adriatic Sea which surrounded him. We are excited to bring our skills to Waltham where we welcome old friends and invite new ones to Vinotta Restaurant.

Vinotta Restaurant serves simple food made with fresh, wholesome, organic ingredients using locally sourced vendors. Flowing between classic and modern Italian favorites all made from scratch and sure to suit your palate. Domestic and imported wine selections to compliment food choices available for in-house and take out dining.

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Lynn

Dined 7 days ago

Service was excellent and the food was amazing from appetizers to desserts! Also had a great wine list!

Morton's The Steakhouse - Boston Seaport

4.8

4.8 (3794)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Seaport

About the restaurant

Morton's The Steakhouse, the nation's premier steakhouse group, specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. The menu features a variety of favorite cuts, including a 24 ounce porterhouse, which is the house specialty; a 16 ounce New York Strip and a 12 ounce double cut filet.

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Jake

Dined 2 days ago

The food was fabulous! The restaurant was very clean. The service was spectacular! Jill was our server and she was friendly, upbeat, knowledgeable and friendly. The whole experience was quite amazing

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Popular dish

Cajun Ribeye Steak

Daedalus

4.7

4.7 (476)

$30 and under

American

West Cambridge

About the restaurant

Tucked in a converted greenhouse, Daedalus is a casual restaurant that serves New American cuisine and drinks in spacious surrounds. The restaurant's menu changes to reflect the season. Diners rave about the crab cake sandwich, the buffalo tenders and the Daedalus burger.

A neighborhood favorite, Daedalus boasts a roof deck that delivers a lovely view of Harvard square. It also hosts two bars (one located on each floor)

Top review

Katherine Laing

Dined 3 days ago

We got a high top on the rooftop deck on a gorgeous Sept night. No better location for a lovely relaxing dinner. We all had appetizers as our dinners because they were all large and we were completely full afterwards. I had the tacos (very good, lots of beef) and my friends had the corn salad, and another salad plus fries. The two cocktails had were good, but both a little light on the alcohol. This is a go-to in Harvard Square. Inside is nice too, including seats at the bar downstairs.

La Fabrica Central

4.8

4.8 (991)

$31 to $50

Latin / Spanish

Cambridge

About the restaurant

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 Spanish Caribbean cuisine is tasted in every bite, from small plates of ceviche to signature entrees such as the Fried Red Snapper, Chuleta Kan Kan, and Mofongo.

Experience Latin-inspired flavors fused with Japanese sushi and a touch of Peru at our new SuViche bar. 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!

Top review

Rafaelvip

Dined 1 day ago

Always a great time! Alex was great, accommodating my dad’s allergy. Also, shout out to Renato at the door who had impeccable hospitality! Really appreciate it.. Stellar service!

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