Best restaurants near me in Brookline, MA

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1. Mahaniyom

4.8

Exceptional(163)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 35 times today

MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.

2. Merai

4.8

Exceptional(107)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 20 times today

A creative Thai restaurant and bar for adventurous diners.Merai, a destination for re-imagined global cuisine with Thai-inspired flavors and Asian cocktails,

3. Garrison House

4.3

Awesome(181)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Brookline

Booked 13 times today

The Garrison House, in the heart of Brookline Village, blends innovative American cuisine with a lively and social bar focusing on modern craft beer and cocktails. It features the area's only mug club, with members' personalized mugs hanging prominently behind the historic bar. A second unique live entertainment venue, proudly called the Village Social Club, resides in a separate downstairs bar. Conveniently located near the Brookline Village MBTA stop, Longwood Medical area, Beth Israel, Brigham & Women's, Dana Farber, NETA, Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum, the MFA and Mass Art.

4. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(958)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 87 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.

5. Eastern Standard

4.6

Exceptional(921)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Fenway–Kenmore

Booked 91 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.

6. Shy Bird - Fenway

4.8

Exceptional(54)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fenway–Kenmore

Booked 82 times today

Shy Bird is a contemporary American restaurant located in Boston's Fenway neighborhood. Renowned for its delicious rotisserie chicken, guests can choose from half or whole birds. The menu also features a range of salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian options. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, Shy Bird includes a dog-friendly outdoor patio, making it a perfect spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch. Come enjoy a meal in a welcoming setting!

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7. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.5

Awesome(3940)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 106 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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8. Bar 'Cino Brookline

4.8

Exceptional(1463)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brookline

Booked 102 times today

Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot on Beacon Street in Brookline - directly across from the Saint Mary's T Stop. Open nightly for dinner and cocktails.

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9. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.6

Exceptional(3675)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 165 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

10. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(167)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 71 times today

Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

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PaulinaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a great experience! They accommodated us running a bit late for our reservation. Drinks and food were incredible- highly recommend the oyster mushrooms and the shrimp!! Our server/bartender was amazing and genuinely kind. We will be back for sure!
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Bar VlahaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Brookline
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DavidVIP
Charlotte •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The best Thai food I’ve ever enjoyed in my lifetime. Wonderful experience.
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MahaniyomPrice: Expensive• Thai• Brookline
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Ariane
Greater Boston •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We celebrate a work event. We had a nice (high) table, staff was attentive and friendly, and the food was very good, at a reasonable price. The location and decor/set up are very nice..
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Shy Bird - FenwayPrice: Moderate• American• Fenway–Kenmore
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4.8
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AdamVIP
Greater Boston •153 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
Amazing dinner at Merai. The food was incredibly unique, yet familiar at the same time. The Kale salad was outstanding an a great way to start. The mussels were the largest and tastiest mussels I have had in any restaurant in Boston (including legal seafood!). We loved the famous hot dog.. so much flavor in this dish and we loved the pasta with khao soy (very delicious). The cocktails were both A+ (strawberry cheesecake and lard) and we also loved the thai tea tiramisu. We will be back! Kop Khun Krab!
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MeraiPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Brookline
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Patrick
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
Had a good breakfast.....staff was great, loved the decor. With maybe a few little tweaks , the food wouldn't be good , it would be outstanding! A little more seasoning would have helped, but their donut holes and the breakfast sandwich were great. I would definitely go back. Give them a try!
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Garrison HousePrice: Moderate• American• Brookline
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4.3

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1. Mahaniyom

2. Merai

3. Garrison House

4. Bar Vlaha

5. Eastern Standard

6. Shy Bird - Fenway

7. Terra - Eataly Boston

8. Bar 'Cino Brookline

9. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

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