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1. The Cottage Wellesley
4.6
Exceptional(2957)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wellesley
Booked 39 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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2. Bianca
4.4
Awesome(774)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 25 times today
Bianca is a modern American restaurant and bar in Chestnut Hill that specializes in wood grilling, wood fire pizza, and a variety of dishes inspired by global flavors and cuisines. Bianca means a clean slate, a virtual white plate primed for delicious expression and ready to transport you to far off places. From classic dishes done with care to the truly unique, Bianca presents a luxe dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere that is as comfortable as our own homes. Owners Chef Tim Cushman and Restaurateur Nancy Cushman are the husband & wife team behind James Beard Award Winning o ya and Hojoko in Boston.RESERVATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, notify 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid a $15 per person cancellation fee. Children 12 & under must have an adult(18+) at the table. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties larger than 6.Our patio is open seasonally. We do not take patio reservations, but will seat reservations at the next available patio table if requested.
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3. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill
4.7
Exceptional(5014)
Price: Expensive
• American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 71 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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4. Baramor
4.2
Awesome(303)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newton
Booked 2 times today
Baramor is a warm and cozy American pub serving gastro cuisine. Baramor is built on the foundation that there is always something môr in all aspects of life.
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5. Terra - Eataly Boston
4.5
Awesome(3958)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay
Booked 69 times today
Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.
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6. Pammy's
4.8
Exceptional(2363)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Cambridge
Booked 39 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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7. Eastern Standard
4.5
Awesome(939)
Price: Expensive
• American • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 76 times today
Originally opened in 2005, Garrett Harker’s flagship restaurant has reopened its doors just up Beacon St. only three blocks from its original location. Eastern Standard continues to offer seasonally focused New England interpretations of classic brasserie fare, including raw bar and charcuterie, nostalgic favorites like steak tartare, baked rigatoni, steak frites, and butterscotch bread pudding, and some new soon-to-be-instant-classic dishes. Cocktail legend Jackson Cannon has crafted a beverage menu that features an array of craft cocktails both new and classic, a curated selection of wines, and craft beers from near and far.Please contact events@eshospitality.com to inquire about hosting your private event or large party reservation.
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8. Alden and Harlow
4.6
Exceptional(4968)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 55 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.
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9. Comfort Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(747)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Dorchester
Booked 26 times today
Nested in Uphams Corner, Dorchester, we're a lively and intimate 30-seat restaurant serving brunch on the weekend and dinner at night with a full bar and outdoor patio. Our food is a celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas — global comfort food. We are proudly Black-owned, immigrant-owned, and women-owned. We believe that food is a vital aspect of community building and we envision a place that is actively engaged in highlighting the culture, art, and history of our community.- Patio dining: patio reservations are weather-dependent and may be canceled due to inclement weather. Our patios are partially covered protecting from light to moderate rain and light wind. - Timing: dinner's last seating is at 8:45pm and brunch's last seating is at 1:30pm. Your table is reserved for 90 mins for parties of 1-5 guests and 2 hrs for parties of 6+ guests.
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10. South End Buttery
4.5
Awesome(2458)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • South End
Booked 12 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!

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  • Maureen
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were welcomed immediately and seated right away. Our servers, Kristen and Dylan were attentive and knowledgeable. The food was perfectly prepared and everything was delicious!
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    Seasons 52 - Chestnut HillPrice: Expensive• American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.7
  • KathrynVIP
    Greater Boston •67 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food and service at Baramor were excellent. Four of us had lunch together on a Saturday in June and the place was pretty empty and quiet, which we appreciated. Maybe a lot of people were out of town because it was the summer. This restaurant gets very good reviews which is why we went. The food was wonderful. BUT the seating choices were poor. The options were either regular chairs at a long table which we would have to share with other people, or tall (bar stool height) chairs at a private table. The chairs were challenging to mount and dismount, and I found that quite annoying. The place is very small so there is not a lot of room for tables. That being said, the food was very good. Among us, we ordered French toast, eggs with home fries, turkey sandwich, and chicken fingers. We received large portions and everything was delicious.
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    BaramorPrice: Moderate• American• Newton
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    4.2
  • NealVIP
    Greater Boston •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great lunch in a bright and welcoming space. Good service, appropriately sized portion of well made, tasty food
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    The Cottage WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wellesley
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    4.6
  • BillVIP
    Greater Boston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Christian was a wonderful waiter. He was superb. The food was delicious and we had a great evening
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    Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
    •
    4.5
  • Mary BethVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We celebrated my aunt’s 81st birthday and it was a lovely lunch. The salads and my aunt’s salmon were excellent. Server was friendly and we all enjoyed the experience. We will definitely be back.
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    BiancaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.4

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