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Papa Razzi - Wellesley
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(2,522)Papa Razzi Wellesley brings classic Italian flavors and hospitality combined with fresh, local ingredients and unparalleled service. Open nightly.Dryft - Wellesley
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(236)Discover a new standard of casual sophistication at Dryft Wellesley, where we reimagine beloved Italian classics with a modern twist and feature the freshest seafood selections. Located in the heart of Linden Square, our restaurant seamlessly blends the warmth of traditional Italian hospitality with a contemporary ambiance, promising a dining experience that is both relaxed and refined.
The Cottage Wellesley
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.5(2,930)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.Lockheart Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Tapas / Small Plates•4.5(323)Where food and atmosphere meet! We're a restaurant full of passionate and talented people that love to serve our community! We offer a wide variety of Southwestern style dishes with a heavy focus on tacos. Our cocktails are classics with modern twists made by some of the best bartenders in the business!
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- OTOpenTable DinerGreater Boston •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent waiter Matt), excellent food/wiine.More infoAlta Strada- WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wellesley•4.7
- TthomasVIPGreater Boston •12 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agofor lunch the chicken sandwich is unbelievably good, if you don't have to work afterwards and have time for a nap go for the steak Sandwich its amazeballs!More infoSmith & Wollensky - WellesleyPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wellesley•4.5
- KKateVIPGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoOne of my favorite places to meet up with girlfriends to talk and eat- lively atmosphere, but can actually hear our conversations- not as loud as some other area restaurants. Great food.More infoThe Cottage WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wellesley•4.5
- CCarlosVIPNew York City •13 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoA wonderful experience. The atmosphere is modern without being overdone. And the food and service were amazing.More infoblack & blue Steak and Crab - WellesleyPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wellesley•4.5
- DDonnaGreater Boston •28 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoGenerous portions, excellent food and attentive wait staff.More infoLockheart RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Wellesley•4.5
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Discover Wellesley
Just outside of Boston is the small town of Wellesley. Here, you can step away from the hustle and bustle of the city to enjoy the suburban vibe and some eclectic food. Take your pick of American classics like burgers or choose from the many pizza joints beloved by locals. If you’re looking for something on the healthier side, organic juices, smoothies and vegan fare abound. In the mood for something international? Wellesley offers Japanese, Italian, Thai, Greek and even Turkish options. You can also get your fill of Spanish tapas paired with a good wine. You’ll be hard-pressed to find seafood fresher than what is offered in some of the local Wellesley restaurants. Don’t pass up the lobster rolls or lobster bisque.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Wellesley include Papa Razzi - Wellesley, Dryft - Wellesley and The Cottage Wellesley
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Wellesley are Papa Razzi - Wellesley, Dryft - Wellesley and The Cottage Wellesley
Bottomless brunch in Wellesley is available at The Cottage Wellesley, Papa Razzi - Wellesley and Dryft - Wellesley
The most romantic restaurant in Wellesley is Papa Razzi - Wellesley
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