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1. MIDA - Newton

4.5

Awesome(1693)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newton

Booked 38 times today

MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.

2. Fuji at Newton

4.7

Exceptional(55)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Newton

Booked 12 times today

J.P. Fuji’s Group welcomes Fuji at Newton as its tenth location in the group’s portfolio. Fuji at Newton marvels a tranquil and calm ambience offering ultramodern, upscale Japanese cuisine.This full-service location offers several dining options to new and returning patrons all over the metro-Boston area. This expansive space will showcase sit-down dining, a large bar and sushi bar. Accordion windows and two patios follow suit to truly tie in an indoor-outdoor balanced feel.Fuji at Newton’s menu offers a large-scale offering of food options from refined makimonos, mouthwatering wok-tossed dishes and customary classics. A masterful mix of cocktails, wine and spirits partner in harmony with the selected menu. Omakasé offerings will be available, by reservation only, and curated by culinary master, Founder, and CEO Chef Jimmy Liang and Executive Head Chef Ming Cao.

3. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(981)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 100 times today

Bar Vlaha invites you to explore the authentic flavors of Vlach cuisine in the heart of Brookline. Experience a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional Greek home, filled with vibrant textiles and the aroma of hearty dishes. Our menu showcases the rich culinary heritage of the nomadic Vlach people, featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients prepared using rustic techniques like charcoal grilling and open-fire cooking. Delight in freshly baked bread with goat milk butter, savory spreads like kopanisti and melitzanosalata, and succulent wild boar with lemon potatoes, reflecting the Vlach's deep connection to nature. Bar Vlaha is not just a restaurant; it’s a cultural journey into the heart of Greece, celebrating its people and traditions. Gather around the table and let Bar Vlaha transport you to a world of flavor and hospitality.

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4. Bar' Cino Watertown

4.7

Exceptional(510)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Watertown

Booked 26 times today

Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal spot nestled in the heart of Watertown Square with a lively bar and a menu that highlights the green & white of the Italian flag more than the red.A great crowd fills the space nightly - from neighbors, after work folks, and local professionals. Open nightly, plus lunch on weekends.

5. Farmstead Table

4.7

Exceptional(2305)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Newton

Booked 9 times today

Opened in 2012, Farmstead Table blends French technique and new world innovation in a classic American country kitchen. Inspired by local farmers, our culinary team believes that fresh and pure ingredients don’t require much tinkering and should speak for themselves. The innovative food is complemented by lively cocktails, domestic craft brews, and finely curated wines. A soothing design and intimate dining area provide a relaxed feel, while our staff delivers polished, yet approachable service.

6. 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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7. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill

4.7

Exceptional(5014)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Chestnut Hill

Booked 96 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.

8. Sycamore

4.9

Exceptional(2844)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 39 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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9. The Capital Grille - Chestnut Hill

4.8

Exceptional(4614)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Chestnut Hill

Booked 40 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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10. Buttermilk & Bourbon - Arsenal Yard

4.4

Awesome(1023)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Watertown

Booked 12 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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Carol
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The service, food and staff were friendly and outstanding
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Bar' Cino WatertownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Watertown
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4.7
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NancyVIP
Greater Boston •128 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was very good and enjoyable. Most importantly, our server, Mary, was excellent. Friendly, accommodating, efficient and responsive.
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Fuji at NewtonPrice: Moderate• Asian• Newton
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4.7
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Andy
Greater Boston •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent tuna and swordfish dishes. Perfectly cooked. Service was good as well. Always get a great meal here. Enjoyed the chocolate gateau for dessert. Highly recommended!
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Farmstead TablePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Newton
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4.7
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Francis
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had six people at an 8:45 reservation. Service was excellent, the food was outstanding, and we will definitely be back.
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Bar VlahaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Brookline
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4.8
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Christina
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Truly made me feel special on my birthday with excellent hospitality and incredible food! Everything was on point. Can’t wait to go back
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MIDA - NewtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newton
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4.5

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