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A photo of Bar 'Cino - Westwood restaurant
1. Bar 'Cino - Westwood
4.7
Exceptional(159)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Westwood
Booked 59 times today
'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot with a lively bar and a menu that highlights the green & white of the Italian flag more than the red. Swing in anytime, or also grab take-out with easy online ordering when the mood suits you.
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2. black & blue Steak and Crab - Wellesley
4.5
Awesome(221)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Wellesley
Booked 59 times today
black & blue Steak and Crab is now open in Wellesley, MA. Our New American Steakhouse is elegant yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet approachable. b&b offers an inventive design and an unparalleled, vibrant ambience for you and your guests. Our inspired cuisine coupled with our gracious hospitality is perfect for your special occasion dinner, night out with friends, family gathering or executive business event. black & blue also offers a variety of private rooms and tailor made menus for large groups. We would be happy to help plan your next business meeting or celebratory function. Whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, you can be certain the black & blue experience will be effortless and memorable. The Boardroom is available for up to 16 guests and the Club Room is available for up to 60 guests.
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3. The Cottage Wellesley
4.5
Awesome(2936)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wellesley
Booked 70 times today
The Cottage, an upscale-meets-casual eatery in Linden Square Wellesley known for dependable, fresh, SoCal inspired menu options.We partnered with Taniya Nayak, a featured interior designer on popular Food Network programs such as ‘Restaurant Impossible’ to transform the once light-flooded, beach-like, SoCal atmosphere to a warm, lively, and New England-comfort interior. Enjoy an emphasis on natural woods, live greenery, and pops of welcomed fresh color in the new interior and brand.The Cottage will remain the same tried-and-true neighborhood eatery with a re-defined focus on local, fresh, and honest product, for the whole family, every day. The Cottage Wellesley’s new menu is created by Culinary Director, Peter Hansen, who brings his vast experience from all over the world to Wellesley, MA. In his career, Hansen has appeared on six episodes of Iron Chef and has worked alongside incredible culinary talent such as Michael White and Bobby Flay.
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4. Sycamore
4.9
Exceptional(2807)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newton
Booked 29 times today
Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.
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5. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill
4.8
Exceptional(4947)
Price: Expensive
• American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 106 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.
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6. Buttonwood
4.8
Exceptional(1004)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 28 times today
Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .
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7. Lockheart Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(325)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Wellesley
Booked 21 times today
Where food and atmosphere meet! We're a restaurant full of passionate and talented people that love to serve our community! We offer a wide variety of Southwestern style dishes with a heavy focus on tacos. Our cocktails are classics with modern twists made by some of the best bartenders in the business!
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8. Limani - Chestnut Hill
4.3
Awesome(960)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Chestnut Hill
Booked 15 times today
Please call or email for menu information. 617-545-0000chestnuthill@limani.com
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9. Tavern in the Square - Dedham
4.5
Awesome(590)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dedham
Booked 49 times today
We are located at 985 Providence Highway in Dedham with a private parking lot, large bar, multiple tv's and a private dining room for your next party. If you are looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion, take the family out for a great dinner, or get together with a group of friends to watch a game then we are the spot for you. We offer a variety of options on our menu as well as local beers and handcrafted cocktails.
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10. The Capital Grille - Chestnut Hill
4.7
Exceptional(4603)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Chestnut Hill
Booked 59 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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