Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Greater Boston

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Greater Boston? 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!

LUNE

5.0

5 (208)

$50 and over

European

Dennis

About the restaurant

LUNE is a one-of-a-kind dining experience on Cape Cod. Nestled in Dennis Port, LUNE hosts an open kitchen experience as a tasting menu (Friday, Saturday) and a la carte wine bar (Sunday).
* We kindly ask that you are respectful of our limited onsite parking. We recommend parking at the free Town Municipal parking lot located behind Dickey Insurance Agency (610 Route 28 Dennis Port, MA 02639).
There is also extra parking at Barbo's. To respect our neighbor, we ask you to not park at the Oyster Company or The Pub Next Door!
* Please let us know if there is anyone in your party with dietary restrictions or allergies. These will be accommodated with notice.
*An automatic 20% Gratuity is added to all checks so we can distribute the share fairly.
*Cancellations and modifications to the party size will accepted until 24 hours prior.
*NO SHOWS & LATE CANCELLATIONS WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL AMOUNT OF THEIR RESERVATION*

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Paul

Dined 4 days ago

The food was amazing, the host and server were great, wine selection was fantastic, vibe was quaint and elegant. Top tier experience

Moonshine 152

4.9

4.9 (1842)

$30 and under

American

South Boston

About the restaurant

A modern -American, neighborhood bistro restaurant in Southie (South Boston) by Chef-owner Asia Mei (as seen on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay & Phantom Gourmet). With a globally-inspired, comfort food meets street food menu, Chef Asia puts her unique spin on both East & West Coast style cooking, striving to match the beautiful restaurant’s aesthetic, contributing to numerous glowing re-reviews, accolades & praise. Her "Best of Boston" Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings, her award-winning Burgers & Vegetarian Burgers, Street Tacos & weekly changing specials are only some of the reasons she was awarded the 2023 Best of Boston Neighborhood Restaurant in South Boston.

Moonshine 152 is located at 152 Dorchester Avenue, on the corner of Dorchester Avenue & West 4th Street in South Boston. We are one block from the Broadway Red Line train station, with bus connections local bus connections. We are a short walk from the South End & Ink Block neighborhoods as well as The Seaport & Downtown Boston.

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Mercedes

Dined 2 days ago

The best to go spot in Boston. A variety of food that taste gourmet!

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Popular dish

Butterscotch Pudding

A photo of 'Shine Famous Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites of a restaurant

Popular dish

Jalapeno Crab Rangoons

The Nautilus - Nantucket

4.9

4.9 (110)

$50 and over

Pan-Asian

Nantucket

About the restaurant

Leading Nantucket’s thriving restaurant scene, The Nautilus (est. 2014) is an island staple built on the idea of a shared social experience. Founders Liam Mackey (food), Clinton Terry (drink) & Stephen Bowler’s (wine & business) island-mentality of being “serious about what we do, but not taking ourselves too seriously” perfectly sums up The Nautilus experience. The highly regarded culinary program is a sort of ‘New England coastal cuisine meets Asian & global haute street food’ vibe featuring small plates served tapas style, combined w/ larger group feasts (think Peking inspired duck). The culinary inspired cocktails draw on both seasonal & regional inspirations while the wine & sake list is recognized as a “Best Of” by Wine Spectator. Fueled by curated, energetic music, the stimulating yet neighborly atmosphere makes the new & unfamiliar feel comfortable & intimate, a philosophy that seamlessly ties the food, cocktails, wine & ambiance together to cr

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JaneVIP

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

The Nautilus is always fantastic! The food is amazing, and they adjust the menu seasonally but also keep the fan favorites, which is so important! The service is wonderful and they treat everyone so well and warmly.

Mooncusser

4.8

4.8 (1536)

$50 and over

Seafood

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Cancellation Policy: We ask that if you need to cancel your reservation, do so 24 hours in advance. Guests cancelling within 24 hrs of their reservation will be charged $50 per person.

Mooncusser serves a $120 multicourse menu from head chef Carl Dooley. Since opening in 2017, the restaurant has been awarded top honors by the New York Times, Boston Magazine and other publications.

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GabrielaVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Food was amazing. The bread one of the best I had. The apricot harissa, incredible, the carpaccio with so much flavor and fresh, the yogurt curry fantastic, the Meyer Lemon desert to die for, not suite and tangy enough. Fantastic service and the place is very nice.

Moeca

4.8

4.8 (605)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Moëca is a neighborhood seafood focused restaurant inspired by Italy and beyond.

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Abbott

Dined 2 days ago

The food was amazing, especially the hiramasa crudo and the casarecce pasta with morels and wild ramps.

Not Your Average Joe's Peabody

4.6

4.6 (605)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Peabody

About the restaurant

From our famous focaccia and dipping oil, to our legendary pizza, salads, and sandwiches, we offer something for everyone at Not Your Average Joe's. Come in for fan favorites like our Mustard Crusted Chicken or Steak Tips, stay for the extended list of wines, craft beer, and crafted cocktails. We serve an extensive gluten free menu, happy hour, weekend brunch, and have full-service lunch and dinner 7 days a week in the dining room or bar area.

Not Your Average Joe's Peabody is a family-style restaurant that offers a bar area, main dining room, and wide array of seating options from high tops to booths to community tables. Our restaurant sits in the beautiful Northshore Mall near Sears, Legal Sea Foods, and the Sears Auto Center. Located just off Yankee Division Highway, it has easy access to Lahey Medical Center Peabody, the Salem Country Club, Bishop Fenwick High School, Endicott Square Shopping Center and more.

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maryannVIP

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

So delicious and wonderful service! Love going back every Friday night!

Sweet Basil on Moody

4.6

4.6 (451)

$31 to $50

Italian

Waltham

About the restaurant

Our newest location offers indoor dining and take-out from 5-10pm Monday thru Thursday, from 4-11pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 4-9pm on Sunday. We offer chef-inspired Italian dishes, along with a full bar that includes hand-crafted cocktails, beer and wine.

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James

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

I have never had a bad meal. It's my favorite spot.

Seamark Seafood & Cocktails

4.5

4.5 (51)

$50 and over

Seafood

Everett

About the restaurant

Seamark is a welcoming and luxurious restaurant located at Encore Boston Harbor. Helmed by James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Schlow, the menu boasts a bounty of elevated New England seafood favorites, featuring the freshest pier-to-plate cold-water fish, lobster and shellfish available.

Hidden within Seamark is Old Wives’ Tale, an intimate speakeasy inspired by the majesty of the sea.

Children under 5 are not permitted. On Friday-Saturday, Seamark is 18+ after 8pm, and 21+ after 10pm. Old Wives' Tale is 21+.

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Tasha

Dined 6 days ago

Super fun speakeasy behind secret door at Encore. The drinks were pricey but high quality and worth the price. There are no meals for purchase but there are a few apps. Food was small plate apps and also very good

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Experience

Old Wives' Tale

Roxanne's

4.3

4.3 (314)

$30 and under

American

Downtown Crossing

About the restaurant

Casual Cocktail Bar; Unique cocktails, craft beer, and wine in a lounge setting. Small plates and snack menu available.
Roxanne's is a 21+ establishment.

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Lisa

Dined on Mar 12, 2025

Delicious smash burger! Great comfortable seats, awesome service! Very timely. Cool atmosphere

Premiere on Broadway

4.0

4 (294)

$30 and under

Italian

Somerville

About the restaurant

In search of dinner and a show? The Premiere on Broadway is an exciting new restaurant and music venue located in the historic Magoun Square, Somerville. Featuring delicious cuisine, libations, beautiful artwork and fantastic live entertainment. The Premiere serves an array of Italian and American fare. At our 65-seat bar we offer delicious craft beers and an extensive classic Italian cocktail program; featuring negronis, Americanos, and Bellinis.
We accept dinner reservations through OpenTable and over the phone. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are strongly recommended for full dinner service only. Our bar is first come first serve. Fri and Sat there is a $50 minimum per person for parties of 10 or more. After 8 p.m. I.D.s are checked at the door.
For large party inquiries (private events, buyouts, holiday parties etc.) contact owner Koryn Zammuto at koryn.zammuto8@gmail.com.

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ElenaVIP

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Great venue, very clean, with excellent food! Service was great too

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