Best Family Style Restaurants in Jamaica Plain

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BostonBoston Metro South

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Back BayBrooklineCambridgeEverettFenway–KenmoreFinancial District

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28 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mahaniyom

4.8

Exceptional(178)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 28 times today

MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.

2. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(995)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 76 times today

Bar Vlaha invites you to explore the authentic flavors of Vlach cuisine in the heart of Brookline. Experience a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional Greek home, filled with vibrant textiles and the aroma of hearty dishes. Our menu showcases the rich culinary heritage of the nomadic Vlach people, featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients prepared using rustic techniques like charcoal grilling and open-fire cooking. Delight in freshly baked bread with goat milk butter, savory spreads like kopanisti and melitzanosalata, and succulent wild boar with lemon potatoes, reflecting the Vlach's deep connection to nature. Bar Vlaha is not just a restaurant; it’s a cultural journey into the heart of Greece, celebrating its people and traditions. Gather around the table and let Bar Vlaha transport you to a world of flavor and hospitality.

3. Faccia a Faccia

4.7

Exceptional(184)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 83 times today

Faccia a Faccia is the new coastal Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer. Led by Chef de Cuisine Alex O’Connor, the restaurant focuses on seasonal dishes highlighting the diverse cuisine of the coastal Italian region, drawing inspiration from their travels across Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia, and more. Faccia a Faccia features an expansive outdoor patio with lush greenery, inspired by al-fresco dining in Italy. Located below Faccia a Faccia is a natural wine bar called Bar Pallino. Helmed by Beverage Director Jodie Battles, Bar Pallino showcases an extensive list focusing on organic, natural and biodynamic selections.

4. Contessa - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(165)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 67 times today

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

5. Coppa

4.8

Exceptional(1277)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 74 times today

A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian plates including house made pastas and wood fired pizzas. Tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End, Coppa offers a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist in an intimate setting. James Beard Award-winning chef Ken Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of fresh regional ingredients.Much like the food, the beverage menu changes continuously. From craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails & mocktails, each sip complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience. Currently offering reservations inside and outside (weather permitting).

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6. Abe & Louie’s - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(9505)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 90 times today

Abe & Louie’s, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is the epitome of a classic steakhouse. The iconic establishment sets the standard for elegant dining with superior service, charm, and appeal in a timeless sophisticated atmosphere. Abe & Louie’s, known for premium steaks, serves classic dishes, fresh seafood, shareable sides, and an award-winning wine list. Abe & Louie’s offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.

7. Bar Mezzana

4.7

Exceptional(1520)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 41 times today

Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts. Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!

8. Porto

4.7

Exceptional(1970)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 54 times today

Porto boasts a large and beautiful heated patio space with a retractable awning and sides in the middle of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The menu is inspired by Coastal Mediterranean selections with a focus on Italy's coast. Porto is located on Ring Road in Boston's Bay Bay, steps from the Prudential Center and Copley, next door to Saks Fifth Avenue. Enjoy a lively meal in either of Porto's well appointed dining rooms, or indulge in a casual meal at the bar or kitchen counter seating, overlooking the oyster bar and open kitchen. Porto's one-of-a-kind outdoor patio and bar overlooks Ring Road with Boylston Street views, and serves as a Mediterranean oasis, right in the heart of Back Bay.

9. Standard Italian

4.4

Awesome(90)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Fenway–Kenmore

Booked 16 times today

Standard Italian is a warm, modern, urban Italian restaurant serving housemade pastas, stuzzichini (little snacks), and hearty entrees from Chef Brian Rae, plus a lineup of martinis and more from Bar Director Jackson Cannon. Visit us in Fenway Center, just across the plaza from our sister restaurant Eastern Standard!

10. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4977)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 63 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.

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Pam
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent server and food. Thankfully not too loud on a Monday night!
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Faccia a FacciaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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4.7
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Suzanne
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent. Great flavors and prepared very well—the Masamam beef and the pomelo salad were incredible.
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MahaniyomPrice: Expensive• Thai• Brookline
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4.8
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NataliaVIP
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always a wonderful experience Food was outstanding and the service really great
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Bar VlahaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Brookline
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4.8
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Mikayla
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Gluten free night was amazing! This was our first time coming for gluten free night as I’m recently gluten free and it lived up to their non-gluten free food for sure!
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CoppaPrice: Expensive• Italian• South End
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4.8
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Anna Kate
Asheville / Western North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 7, 2025
Absolutely wonderful! This week I had the pleasure of having brunch one day and lunch another day at Contessas. Brunch was delightful. Portions were more than we expected. And Cappuccino was so perfect! Lunch was amazing the lobster with angel hair, fried chicken, arugula with squash so many unique dishes and all were great! My husbands steak was cooked to perfection. Special experience both times with the best service. We will be back next time we visit Boston.
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Contessa - BostonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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4.8

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