Best Family Style Restaurants in Melrose

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A photo of Polcari's - Woburn restaurant

1. Polcari's - Woburn

4.6

Exceptional(311)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Woburn

Booked 1 time today

Authentic Family Style Cuisine. Our famous Regina Pizza is available at all of our Polcari's locations. In addition we serve very authentic Italian cuisine. Most of the menu items are old family recipes straight from Boston's North End.

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2. Polcari's - Saugus

4.5

Awesome(312)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Saugus

Booked 1 time today

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3. La Hacienda Everett

4.3

Awesome(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Everett

We are a family-style Mexican restaurant located in the heart of Everett, MA. We recommend trying the Shrimp Nachos to start with a house Margarita or a nice draft beer. Our Mexican Tortas are delicious & so is our Fried Tilapia. We can’t wait to see you here!

4. Contessa - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(155)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 76 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. Faccia a Faccia

4.6

Exceptional(170)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 63 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.

6. Coppa

4.8

Exceptional(1265)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 48 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).

7. Bar Mezzana

4.7

Exceptional(1515)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 29 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. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4964)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 51 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.

9. Mahaniyom

4.8

Exceptional(172)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 35 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.

10. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4379)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 47 times today

In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.

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Michael
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best pizza in the country and service was excellent
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Polcari's - SaugusPrice: Moderate• Italian• Saugus
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4.5
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Shannon
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was excellent and the outdoor patio was lovely
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Faccia a FacciaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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4.6
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MariVIP
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A heartfelt thank you to the entire Contessa team for creating such a memorable lunch for my wedding day. From the delightful champagne to the burrata, salad, and tuna crudo (the standout dish of the day), every item was delicious. The service and ambiance were impeccable. Thank you once again! We look forward to returning soon.
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Contessa - BostonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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4.8
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Laura
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Food is always delish! Our server was the best! Thank you! Best pizza, ever!
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Polcari's - WoburnPrice: Moderate• Italian• Woburn
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4.6
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AshleyC
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined on Aug 21, 2022
good eats and price was great and portions are great !
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La Hacienda EverettPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Everett
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4.3

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