Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Boston Metro South

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Boston Metro South? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Byblos Restaurant - Boston

4.9

4.9 (925)

$30 and under

Lebanese

Norwood

About the restaurant

Maurice Daaboul and family’s Byblos is the Boston area’s premier eatery since 1996 for authentic, homemade Lebanese cuisine. Located in the heart of Norwood, Massachusetts, Byblos offers all the best features of Lebanese dining, including a large hall where feasts are laid out in traditional Lebanese Maza style to the tune of live Arabic music and oriental belly dancing. At Byblos we pride ourselves on bringing freshness, authenticity and service to our valued customers.

Top review

Marinavip

Dined 1 day ago

The best middle eastern food you’ll ever eat! Run don’t walk here, you won’t be disappointed

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Popular dish

Falafel

The Black Whale

4.8

4.8 (3453)

$31 to $50

Seafood

New Bedford

About the restaurant

Serves fresh, bold and innovative food that reflects the history of New Bedford and celebrates the New Bedford fishermen, their catch and their culture.

Menu focuses on local fishermen’s catch of the day, old school seafood favorites and a sprinkling of modern seafood interpretations. Menu ranges from raw bar, to warm and cold lobster rolls, baked cod, bacon wrapped scallops, bouillabaisse and grilled NY Strip.

Large bar and spectacular views of the artful New Bedford Fishing Fleet. Large covered outside deck overlooking the fishing boats and harbor. Centrally located beside the Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Ferries. Large parking lot.

And, of course, the hospitality is second to none. Service is what built the business.

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Vidalia

Dined 2 days ago

Emily was terrific! There when you needed her, yet not intrusive…impeccable timing, overall great experience! We enjoyed our cocktails, apps and entrees….thank you Black Whale!

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4.8

4.8 (1293)

$30 and under

Italian

Rockland

About the restaurant

Lucca South Shore is the newest and fourth location for Lucca restaurant group. Featuring two bars, two patios, a large dining room, multiple areas to host large parties and ample parking. Lucca South Shore allows you to enjoy the Lucca experience without heading in to Boston. With a reputation for award winning wine lists, Lucca South Shore features numerous carefully curated offerings. Our cocktail program has been elevated to offer both classic and innovative cocktails as well as an assortment of cocktails on draft.
The property has over three acres; future plans include designing and creating a Chef's garden to grow fruits, vegetables and herbs.

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Diannevip

Dined 6 days ago

Another great dining experience at Lucca! From our tasty drinks made by Jinny at the bar to our very knowledgeable and attentive server, Sean everything was great!

Cork Wine and Tapas Bar

4.6

4.6 (310)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

New Bedford

About the restaurant

Cork Wine and Tapas Bar is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts and strives to serve delicious food made with seasonal fresh ingredients. Weekly food and drink specials are offered on all three levels of dining (Lounge, Main Dining Room and Taber Room). Local live music is performed on Friday and Saturday nights in the Main Dining and Taber Rooms. We offer exclusive event spaces for any function; please inquire with any of our knowledgeable staff to get information.

At Cork, we say "YES!" No matter the request we will always do our best to accommodate you. See you soon!

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Janevip

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

Fantastic food and service- highly recommend. And the playlist had all the right songs for a fun evening

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Popular dish

Cork Scallops

Joe's Original Kitchen + Bar

4.6

4.6 (2659)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dartmouth

About the restaurant

Joe's Original, formerly Not Your Average Joe's -Dartmouth features a casual, made - from scratch menu served in a restaurant and bar that offers guests a place to gather with family and friends. Our menu is filled with elevated American favorites, and our goal is to combine the delicious cuisine of a fine dining restaurant with the comfortable atmosphere of a neighborhood bistro- a place where everyone knows your name.

Enjoy global comfort food and guest favorites such as chicken enchiladas, grilled steak tips, buffalo-caribbean chicken tenders, wood-fired pizzas, hand-formed burgers, and house-made desserts at Joe's Original in Dartmouth. Serving up creative meals and hospitality for 30 years!

Top review

Edvip

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Always a great experience! Consistent, high quality!

Union Straw - Foxborough

4.5

4.5 (1063)

$31 to $50

American

Foxborough

About the restaurant

We are a fun & comfortable upscale American restaurant. We aim to do everyone's favorite food but better. With so many fabulous beers, cocktails, and wine on hand we hope to be your new favorite spot.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Deb

Dined 6 days ago

Our food was delicious!! Our waitperson, Nicole A. Was especially nice. We were celebrating two birthdays, and it was just perfect.

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Union Straw - Taunton

4.5

4.5 (70)

$31 to $50

American

Taunton

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Jayvip

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

Picked this restaurant off of the app after plans changed. What a pleasant surprise and enjoyable meal. Thank you!

New Beige

4.5

4.5 (40)

$30 and under

American

New Bedford

About the restaurant

Welcome to New Beige! Our new restaurant curates local and international selections in a casual atmosphere, and offers grab-and-go selections from our market.

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Colleen

Dined 7 days ago

Leisure lunch with my sister. Everything yummy. No rush. Loved we could grab and go caramel salt truffles to our table for very reasonable price (fyi lots of yummy jams Dorothy Cox, local honey available by itself worth checking out ) to enjoy with mi’ expresso.

Giardinos Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (266)

$30 and under

Italian

Weymouth

About the restaurant

Serving up only the best and freshest food on the South Shore. At Giardino's you can experience Homemade Italian Dishes, Soups and Salads, and even Fresh Sushi from our Sushi Bar. At Giardino's we believe in providing our customers with a unique and overall great experience that they will remember for years to come.

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Scott

Dined 6 days ago

The mussle appetizer was delicious and plentiful.The bread and dipping sauce was very tasty and a good amount always a plus in my book.My wife got the seafood stew.It came in a pot that was boiling and was delicious and a large portion.I had the veal parm and spaghetti .It was average but a good size it came with spaghetti.Ive never had homemade pasta but was chewy perhaps undercooked or I just don’t like their pasta.All and all would return and try something different. Food came in a timely manner and dinner didn’t show up right on top of appetizers.Server was new and did an amazing job on her first night.

Giana Restaurant + Bar

4.3

4.3 (403)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

South Easton

About the restaurant

Giana Restaurant is a newly formed presence in the upscale American dining scene, nestled in the heart of Easton. With a relentless commitment to culinary excellence, impeccable service, and a trendy ambiance, Giana Restaurant is the epitome of great dining. We are dedicated to providing our patrons with an experience that transcends the ordinary, making us the premier destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

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Catherine

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent restaurant to meet for drinks and apps or to have a special celebration. Service, food and atmosphere are excellent and always consistent.

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