Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Greater Boston

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Updated May 05, 2025

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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*

Top review

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

El Tacuba

4.9

4.9 (20)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Medford

About the restaurant

Offering Mexican small plates from recipes that we grew up with, and a full bar with a range of innovative cocktails and local craft beers in a welcoming ambiance.

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RickVIP

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

Very friendly staff. Amazing food quality and tequila selection!

No Relation

4.9

4.9 (168)

$50 and over

Japanese

South End

About the restaurant

Tucked away down a narrow hallway, No Relation is a nine-seat, secret sushi restaurant nestled within Shore Leave, a tropical experience from the team at Bar Mezzana and Black Lamb. Chef Colin Lynch leads the inventive omakase menu, where Japanese technique and his creative interpretation of a sushi-ya are presented each evening over approximately 14 courses. Join us in a shared intimate experience with a thoughtfully curated menu, served directly by our chefs. A magnetized world map will highlight the areas from which the menus fish is sourced. Luxurious extras, like Black Truffle and Ossetra Caviar, can be added on during your experience. Towards the end of the omakase, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy extra bites.

Top review

Hasan NedimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The Chefs were super friendly and it was an incredible experince, thank you so much.

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Omakase

Stars at Chatham Bars Inn

4.8

4.8 (595)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Chatham

About the restaurant

At Stars, enjoy stunning panoramic views of Chatham Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Inspired by the stunning views, our natural surroundings, and the bounty of our farm, we blend regional heritage into modern coastally inspired cuisine. Steeped in history, with Norman Rockwell’s “Spirit of America” hanging above the fireplace, STARS is an experience that will excite all the senses.

By reimagining classic dishes, we honor the legacy of our setting with a menu that embraces the inn’s past and bridges the gap of time. With an award-winning wine list, genuine hospitality, and personalized service. We invite you to begin your mornings and end your evenings with Cape Cod’s premier dining experience. Breakfast is first-come, first serve. Dinner reservations are highly recommended.

Attire: Resort Evening Attire. For ladies, resort casual. Please no pool or beach attire. For gentlemen, long pants including jeans, collared shirt and proper footwear. Shorts are not

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Mike

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Great food, excellent service. Will be back soon

Mooncussers Tavern

4.8

4.8 (1732)

$31 to $50

American

Harwich Port

About the restaurant

A wine, martini, tapas bar, with full dinner menu and specials, in Harwich Port Cape Cod, MA. Old world style with a modern twist.

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philVIP

Dined 6 days ago

great place to enjoy a good meal. Jamie our server was awesome. new blueberry gin cocktail was great

Al Wadi Boston

4.8

4.8 (267)

$31 to $50

Lebanese

West Roxbury

About the restaurant

Al Wadi Restaurant will be closed from July 3rd re-opening July 18th for our annual vacation. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Al Wadi Boston is a Lebanese restaurant providing the West Roxbury area a unique ethnic food experience.

Dinner at Al Wadi Boston can be a thoroughly enjoyable feast with the Mezza variety vegetarian and meat options that both include an amazing array of house specialties and chef selected favorites. Dinner offerings include beef and lamb kebabs, eggplant moussaka and a vegetarian platter. A special delicacy is the pumpkin kibbeh which features two pumpkin puree layers along with spinach, chick peas and onions. Be sure to save room for one of the Al Wadi Boston special desserts including the knefe with its sweet cheese, semolina crust and syrup made from rose water.

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Caroline

Dined on Mar 26, 2025

Delicious food, impeccable service. Couldn’t hope for more!

Agoro's Pizza Bar & Grill

4.8

4.8 (8)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Somerset

About the restaurant

This family-owned restaurant on County Street in Somerset, MA has been dishing out Greek style pan pizza, mouth-watering burgers and authentic pasta since 1984. Agoro’s atmosphere is family-friendly, casual and comfortable. They offer a full bar, extensive menu, al fresco dining, delivery, carry out and have free Wi- Fi and several flat screen HD TV’s for you to watch your favorite sporting events. Agoro’s brand new private function room is perfect for your next business or social event. Their friendly staff always serves everything with a smile and they never forget that each person has a choice in where to dine. So come and visit Agoro’s Pizza Bar and Grill. Here, you're family! You can call 508.730.2356 during business hours Wednesday through Sunday to place your take-out order. Agoro's is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

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Jen

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

A great time with friends. The food was delicious. Thanks!

The Atlantic Bistro

4.8

4.8 (253)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Marion

About the restaurant

Just steps from Sippican Harbor and Tabor Academy, The Atlantic Bistro in Marion Massachusetts creates delicious, thoughtful cuisine from scratch and served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our seafood arrives daily from the docks of New Bedford and our meats are selected from the finest purveyors in the area. In season, our produce comes from local farms such as, Steven’s Farm Stand in Rocester and Ward’s Farm in Sharon. All our offerings are made “in house” from these carefully selected ingredients and are served by a friendly and attentive staff. We look forward to seeing you!

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DavidVIP

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The brussel sprouts and mussels were delicious, as was the salmon, chicken and burger. Highly recommend!

Samba Steak and Sushi

4.7

4.7 (54)

$31 to $50

Hibachi

Framingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to Samba Steak & Sushi, where the best of Asian cuisine awaits! From savory Chinese delights to the artistry of hibachi and sushi, we tantalize taste buds with every dish

Step into our inviting space, where the tantalizing aroma of sizzling hibachi grills mingles with the delicate scent of freshly prepared sushi. With a seating capacity of up to 250 guests, including a charming patio area, there's plenty of room for everyone to indulge in the Samba experience.

At Samba, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse menu that celebrates the best of Asian culinary traditions. From perfectly seared steaks to expertly crafted sushi rolls, each dish is a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation.

Whether you're looking for a lively night out with friends, a romantic dinner for two, or a celebratory gathering with family, Samba Steak and Sushi is the perfect destination. Join us and discover why we're more than just a restaurant—we're an unforgettable dining experience.

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Meghan

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

Had the table to our self. Got extra ride as there was miscommunication, so I got three meals out of the dinner.

Boqueria Seaport

4.7

4.7 (47)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Seaport

About the restaurant

An energetic Barcelona-style tapas restaurant and bar serving tapas all day, craft cocktails, Spanish wines, and late-night bar bites in the heart of Seaport.

Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, a memorable date, weekend brunch, and an intimate late-night scene hosted with Spanish hospitality!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 4, 2025

Great spot! Pretty much the perfect upscale tapas place you can find - delicious food and great drinks.

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