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A photo of Prima restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(883)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Charlestown
Booked 89 times today
Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.
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4.7
Exceptional(2305)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Cambridge
Booked 40 times today
Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.
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4.6
Exceptional(7193)
Price: Expensive
• American • South End
Booked 84 times today
The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.
A photo of Deuxave restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5107)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Back Bay
Booked 19 times today
Deuxave in Boston's Back Bay is an exceptional restaurant. With its unique blend of contemporary French cuisine and American ingredients, it's praised for its outstanding food quality, excellent service and beautiful presentation. Reviews often highlight the restaurant's 'fantastic service', 'excellent experience' and 'unbelievable' food. It's also noted for its elegant ambiance and 'memorable' nights. So, if you're up for a culinary adventure, 'worth every penny' Deuxave is a must-visit.
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4.8
Exceptional(1827)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cambridge
Booked 35 times today
Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
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4.3
Awesome(550)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 51 times today
Restaurant & sports bar serving American fare in a contemporary, multilevel space.Named for the iconic championship team banners raised into the rafters throughout history, Banners Kitchen & Tap is located in the thick of Boston sports, on the former site of the Boston Garden, adjacent to the TD Garden and North Station at The Hub on Causeway.Banners Kitchen & Tap is an immersive restaurant and bar featuring upscale tavern cuisine as well as classic game-day menu staples, healthy alternatives, a children’s menu, and many other unique offerings for lunch & dinnerBanners boasts the biggest in-restaurant LED TV screen on the East Coast, Blades & Boards VIP dining room, and Banners Kitchen & Tap Topgolf Swing Suite.
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4.3
Awesome(26)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Charlestown
Booked 13 times today
Lucky Tiger Asian Bistro is Charlestown’s newest and coolest addition to the emerging“Restaurant Row” in Hood Park located at 100 Hood Park Drive. Lucky Tiger joins the streetthat already includes neighborhood staple Tradesman Coffeeshop & Pizza Bar, thepowerhouse entertainment venue Urban Wild, and the seasonal festivals including WickedHaunt Fest and Winter Fest. “I can’t believe how much there is to do here now! My friendsand I can park for free for 3 hours and just bounce around and experience so many differentbut cool concepts,” said Rachael a visitor from Somerville.Lucky Tiger mixes a modern Asian hip vibe, funky cocktails, along with classic inspired dishesfrom many regions of Asia. The fancy backdrop sets the scene, quirky and playful artworkhighlighted by the giant Lucky Tiger sitting in a Bathtub that creates a chill but lucky vibeand a great social media moment.We can't wait to host you!
A photo of Monument Restaurant & Tavern restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(167)
Price: Moderate
• American • Charlestown
Booked 42 times today
Welcome to MonumentMonument Restaurant & Tavern, a Charlestown staple, is a lively home base for guests to enjoy creative comfort food, rotating craft beer, a thoughtful wine list, and inventive, refreshing cocktails. As Charlestown’s neighborhood spot, Monument boasts a warm, rustic dining room and bar, a seasonal sidewalk patio, and takeout and delivery options seven days a week.The rustic yet chic interior complements their menu of the same caliber. Wood-fired pizza, lemon-rosemary chicken wings, kung pao Brussels sprouts, and gnocchi bolognese are just a few of the favorite options. Not to mention, our weekend brunch is a hit with Bostonians near and far, with featuring lemon and poppyseed buttermilk pancakes and our signature "Cinnamon Toast Brunch" cocktail.Monument serves brunch, lunch, dinner and is open late and has a lengthy draught beer, cocktail and wine menu.
A photo of Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2713)
Price: Expensive
• French • South End
Booked 52 times today
With a casual atmosphere and a classic menu, Petit Robert Bistro feels like an authentic French bistro. Established in 2005 in the South End of Boston, Petit Robert Bistro has become an institution in the neighborhood! Our patio is one of the most beautiful and comfortable places in Boston. Our Chef Chris Ipus HAS created an authentic and very interesting menu that changes every season.Bon Appetit!
A photo of Area Four Cambridge restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(696)
Price: Moderate
• Pizza Bar • Cambridge
Booked 27 times today
Area Four Cambridge and our A4 outposts are united by creativity, fearlessness and an unrelenting commitment to quality. Our team is made up of passionate and forward-thinking specialists on the cutting edge of their craft. We aren’t fancy or fussy. We believe in real, straightforward food and drink. Our patio is currently operating on a first-come first-serve basis.

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  • DennisVIP
    Greater Boston •50 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    From the Front Door to the servers to the band, the entire experience was outstanding. Food and drinks were quick and delicious. Servers were helpful but not obtrusive. Areas of improvement -- tables were a smidge small where we were seating. And parking in the area is quite difficult. Take an Uber, parking is rather tough. Otherwise an outstanding evening.
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    BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
    4.6
  • BrittanyVIP
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Literally everything was delicious! Great evening celebrating our friends. Thanks Prima!
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    PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
    4.7
  • KateVIP
    Greater Boston •79 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I remember coming to Pammy’s when the restaurant first opened. It was good then and even better now so many years later. Our dinner last night tucked in the corner by the fireplace was nothing short of perfection. The food, the ambiance, the libations and our serve Dana. Just stellar - thank you.
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    Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
    4.7
  • NickVIP
    Greater Boston •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Excellent service and quality of food in a very pleasant atmosphere.
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    The Helmand RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Cambridge
    4.8
  • Kim
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 15, 2025
    Mex Taqueria & Bar is literally located in Technology Square area of Cambridge, MA where I grew up. Nice to finally see this area of Cambridge growing and thriving with eateries, restaurants, and more. It's been a very long time coming! The ambience at MT&B was wonderful. We booked our reservation for Valentine's Day, and was very surprised to be seated within 10 mins especially on a very busy evening. We were seated on the 3rd floor where we got to enjoy the views of the city in an intimate setting. Our waiter (soooo sorry I forgot his name) was knowledgeable, friendly and very accommodating with the questions we had, recommendations, and he checked in on us at perfect times to ensure we were okay. The food was delicious! The Esquite Street Corn was amazing, the Al Pastor tacos were yummy... and I absolutely LOVED the Mex Pina Colada. I had ordered the watermelon strawberry margarita first but didn't like but my daughter rather enjoyed. Our waiter was very accommodating -- and I can say, I have never had a pina colada like this one before... and it was PINK! Hats off the the chef, the waitstaff and the bartender. We really enjoyed our dining experience at Mex Taqueria & Bar and will definitely return again soon. We look forward to dining outside in the summer on your roof top. ( M )
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    Mex Taqueria & BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Cambridge
    4.6

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Boston/New England

Discover a unique and exclusive dining experience in Boston/New England with our carefully curated list of restaurants that are truly "worth the drive." Each location stands out for its remarkable culinary offerings, blending local flavors with innovative dishes that cater to discerning palates. The dining scene in this region is characterized by a rich mix of historical influences and contemporary trends, providing a broad array of choices for every taste and occasion. These establishments not only offer exceptional food but also boast enchanting settings, from rustic countryside charm to sophisticated urban chic, enhancing your dining experience. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway or a memorable meal with family and friends, these restaurants promise an unforgettable culinary journey. With their commitment to quality and service, each restaurant ensures a visit that's as delightful as it is delicious. Escape the ordinary and indulge in a gastronomic adventure that's well worth the drive in Boston/New England.

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