Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Braintree

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Back BayDedhamDorchesterHinghamMiltonNorwood

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21 restaurants available nearby

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1. Abby Park

4.7

Exceptional(2855)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Milton

Booked 7 times today

The story of Milton's thriving restaurant scene starts with Abby Park. We opened in 2009 as the town's first eating establishment with a full liquor license, serving up American comfort food, local beer, and approachable craft cocktails. Newly renovated and revitalized, Abby Park offers a full entertainment calendar and an exciting late-night bar scene. With several options for private dining and catering, let us host your next event whether it is a business dinner, cocktail party or wedding. We have proudly become a local neighborhood establishment, serving our residents and families.

2. Bar Mezzana

4.7

Exceptional(1518)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 17 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!

3. Steel and Rye

4.7

Exceptional(1768)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Milton

Booked 19 times today

Thank you for reserving a table at Steel & Rye! PLEASE NOTE: FOR WEEKDAY LUNCH RESERVATIONS, STEEL & RYE OFFERS COUNTER SERVICE FROM OUR BAKERY BETWEEN 7:00 A.M. AND 4:00PM (Mondays until 2:30pm). All reservations after 4pm for Dinner will be provided full table service and are for inside tables only. Outside parking lot tables are currently first come, first served and orders may be placed via QR code.

4. South End Buttery

4.5

Awesome(2458)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 34 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

5. MIDA - South End

4.6

Exceptional(2885)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South End

Booked 28 times today

MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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6. The Banks Seafood and Steak

4.3

Awesome(1478)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 10 times today

The latest venture from restaurateur Chris Himmel and Executive Chef Robert Sisca, The Banks delivers inspired interpretations of coastal favorites and classic steak dishes in an elegant two-story space in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. Seafood, steaks, and strong cocktails are served against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows, a warm and inviting fireplace, a working wine room, and open kitchen—making this the perfect place to celebrate, indulge, and enjoy New England classics like you’ve never had them before. Swing in for daily oyster hour, or reserve a table for your next celebration.Located on the corner of Clarendon and Stuart Streets, The Banks is within walking distance of the South End and Back Bay neighborhoods, including just a short distance from Boston's famous Copley Square.

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7. Legal Sea Foods - Harborside

4.5

Awesome(6652)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Seaport

Booked 157 times today

Experience the ultimate in waterfront dining at our flagship Harborside restaurant. Spanning three floors and 20,000 sq ft, it offers classic seafood favorites, patio dining with harbor views, and private event spaces. On the main floor, dine on Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!. On a sunny day, enjoy our Harborside patio with direct view of the harbor, the perfect location for a long lunch on a sunny day. The second floor hosts our private events space, where we create memorable events for private parties, corporate functions, or social celebrations. The third-floor rooftop deck, "The Overlook," provides 180-degree views of Boston Harbor, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the best of Boston's seafood, cocktails, and water views from sunrise to sunset. Located in the Seaport District, it's within walking distance to major attractions like the Institute of Contemporary Art and the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

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8. Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1537)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South Boston

Booked 35 times today

Located in the heart of South Boston, Lincoln is a classic American tavern that offers guests a welcoming combination of home-spun, American fare alongside a wide variety of rustic, wood-fire-grilled specialties.Built with the intention of being a comfortable meeting spot for locals looking to share stories at the end of their long day, Lincoln draws inspiration from it’s surrounding, hard-working, and uniquely American neighborhood.Revitalizing a nearly forgotten West Broadway space that at one time housed the area’s only department store, Lincoln feels nostalgic. It’s open-air, tiled-floor cafe, grande bar, and soaring, original tin ceilings remind us of a time when dining halls and supper clubs were a way of life.

9. Frenchie

4.6

Exceptional(1450)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • South End

Booked 35 times today

Frenchie is a sit down, easy-going neighborhood wine bar accompanying people in their everyday lives all day long. It is a space to meet, share and savor life, designed for people to relax while enjoying a French inspired menu.

10. Mistral - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(6256)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Back Bay

Booked 24 times today

Located in Boston's trendy South End, Mistral is a culinary destination that transports you to the picturesque charm of Provence. Immerse yourself in an inviting atmosphere adorned with hand-picked pottery and elegant arched windows, evoking both warmth and sophistication. Our talented chefs showcase their passion for French cuisine by creating artful dishes with the freshest seasonal ingredients.

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Isabel
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
So amazing!! Great vibes, so aesthetic, delicious food, and to top it off we had the best waitress ever. So friendly and took very good care of us. Definitely recommend and will be eating here again.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential CenterPrice: Expensive• American• Back Bay
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4.6
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Jake
Alabama •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This place was phenomenal! The chocolate chip cookies for dessert were fantastic.
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Grill 23 & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Back Bay
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4.8
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Christina
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing restaurant on the third floor above the Eataly marketplace, which is equally amazing. Everything we had was made from simple and fresh ingredients in a way that flavors were complex and unique. Food was cooked over an open wood burning flame as well. Our server, Edgar, was professional and attentive; he gave us excellent service! Definitely would recommend to anyone visiting Boston. Bonus: shopping downstairs in the market where they have fresh pasta, aged meats, seafood, produce, and imported goods from Italy!
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.5
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Maurs
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The food is always perfect…. And the service is exceptional!
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Abby ParkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Milton
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4.7
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StanVIP
Greater Boston •50 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
The food and the service were both excellent. The menu featured several unique offerings.
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Bar MezzanaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South End
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4.7

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