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1. Ninebark
4.4
Awesome(119)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newton
Booked 10 times today
Ninebark is a full-service restaurant featuring New American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Our menu includes craft beers, wines, and cocktails, made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.
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2. Branch Line
4.8
Exceptional(2689)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 32 times today
Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!
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3. Buttermilk & Bourbon - Arsenal Yard
4.4
Awesome(1023)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Watertown
Booked 32 times today
**Join us for our Mother's Day Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 11th from 10:30am-3:00pm**A buffet selection of all our favorite brunch items as well as a build your own flower bouquet for all of the special Moms celebrating! $45 per person $15 per kids under 12**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.
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4. The Cottage Wellesley
4.6
Exceptional(2958)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wellesley
Booked 32 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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5. Medium Rare - Boston
4.0
Excellent(131)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Watertown
Booked 15 times today
Medium Rare is an award-winning, iconic, full-service restaurant famous for its French-influenced steak and frites (fries). The restaurant offers a three-course prix fixe meal, featuring a flavorful fresh mixed green salad, artisan rustic bread, hand-cut fries, and the main course—scrumptious Coulotte steak topped with a secret sauce. Medium Rare also offers a variety of decadent desserts, such as the 7-layer chocolate cake, the 7-layer carrot cake, and their legendary hot fudge sundae. On weekends, Medium Rare offers a brunch menu featuring bottomless mimosas, bloody marys, and screwdrivers, along with plenty of delicious menu choices.
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6. Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill
4.5
Awesome(2601)
Price: Moderate
• French • Chestnut Hill
Booked 15 times today
Aquitaine Bis brings the charm of Paris to the suburbs, offering an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or date night. Known as a neighborhood gem and a wine bar, it’s perfect for those seeking a refined dining experience. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Seth Woods, features French classics like Steak Frites, Nicoise Salad, Moules (Mussels), Duck Confit, Croque Madame, and Truffle Fries. Whether you’re enjoying a business lunch, a cozy dinner, or the iconic Sunday brunch, Aquitaine Bis delivers the traditions of its Chestnut Hill location with seasonal flair tailored to Newton. Pair your meal with a curated wine selection for a true French bistro experience.
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7. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham
4.4
Awesome(1053)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Waltham
Booked 11 times today
Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub-like experience at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.Not Your Average Joe’s Waltham is located right off I-95 in Waltham, MA near in the Market Basket plaza. We have a large patio with a bocce court and fire pit. Our restaurant has dine-in, carry out, and delivery options to serve-up our creative cuisine any way you like it. 
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8. The Pearl at Boston Landing
4.5
Awesome(35)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Brighton
Booked 2 times today
Our Boston Landing location takes The Pearl experience to the next level. This spot is all about rooted experience with a modern twist, offering a refined setting for enjoying unforgettable dishes and cocktails. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual night out or hosting a special event, you’ll find that this location brings a fresh, elevated take on everything you love about The Pearl, with a focus on quality and style.
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9. Not Your Average Joe's Watertown
4.7
Exceptional(1201)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Watertown
Booked 4 times today
From our famous focaccia and dipping oil, to our legendary pizza, salads, and sandwiches, we offer something for everyone at Not Your Average Joe's. Come in for fan favorites like our Mustard Crusted Chicken or Steak Tips, stay for the extended list of wines, craft beer, and crafted cocktails. We serve an extensive gluten free menu and have full-service lunch and dinner 7 days a week in the dining room or outside on our patio. Our bar is also open for dining.Not Your Average Joe's Watertown is located on Main Street in Watertown, MA. We are steps from the Watertown Free Public Library, and minutes from the Arsenal Mall and Charles River. We are conveniently located up the road from Athena Health's expansive campus, the Perkins School for the Blind, and Watertown High School. Nearby lodging includes the Super 8 Watertown/Cambridge/Boston Area, Crowne Plaza Boston -Newton, and the Residence Inn by Marriot Boston Watertown.
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10. The Common Room
new
4.0
Excellent(11)
Price: Moderate
• American • Needham
Booked 14 times today
We're crafting an atmosphere that's both electric and inviting, perfect for lively game nights or vibrant social gatherings. Whether you're here to cheer for your team, celebrate a victory, or just enjoy a night out, our fun and happening environment promises a great time for all. You can find free public parking at the Dedham Ave. Municipal Parking Lot, which is two doors down on Dedham Ave., as well as the Lincoln Municipal Parking Lot (From Dedham Ave., turn onto Lincoln St., and parking lot is on the right side).

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  • ValerieVIP
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a lovely meal at Medium Rare in Watertown. The steak was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. The fries were warm and crispy and the steak sauce paired perfectly with them and the steak. They prepared a fine portobello mushroom for our vegetarian diner, and the chocolate cake afterwards was large and satisfying split three ways. Andy, our server, was terrific -- attentive, friendly, and not intrusive. Highly recommend!
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    Medium Rare - BostonPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Watertown
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    4
  • Rosemary
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great place to bring visiting family Food and service always great
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    The Cottage WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wellesley
    •
    4.6
  • StevenVIP
    Greater Boston •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Love coming to the Branch line in Watertown for dinner, drinks or late supper. Simple delicious menu, we love the Piri Piri Chicken but the steak frites and the mega Cobb Salad offer variety as well. Our server Shelby was friendly and took care of us very well. We had the croissant bread puddling for desert, so sweet and yummy. Comfortable low key vibe, great for date night but also friendly for families and large parties. I love the interior design of Branch Line so I always grab a table indoors, but the outdoors space has a great vibe and is very popular
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    Branch LinePrice: Moderate• American• Watertown
    •
    4.8
  • Christle
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 24, 2025
    Came for the girls menu and oysters - everything was delicious and our server (Sarah?) Was friendly and quick with our drinks. Had a blast, will be back
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    Buttermilk & Bourbon - Arsenal YardPrice: Moderate• Southern• Watertown
    •
    4.4
  • JenniferVIP
    Greater Boston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 16, 2025
    We had a lovely time at this restaurant. Our server was friendly and did a great job, and the food was tasty.
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    NinebarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newton
    •
    4.4

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