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1. Faccia a Faccia
4.5
Awesome(130)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 70 times today
Faccia a Faccia is the new coastal Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer. Led by Chef de Cuisine Alex O’Connor, the restaurant focuses on seasonal dishes highlighting the diverse cuisine of the coastal Italian region, drawing inspiration from their travels across Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia, and more. Faccia a Faccia features an expansive outdoor patio with lush greenery, inspired by al-fresco dining in Italy. Located below Faccia a Faccia is a natural wine bar called Bar Pallino. Helmed by Beverage Director Jodie Battles, Bar Pallino showcases an extensive list focusing on organic, natural and biodynamic selections.
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2. Contessa - Boston
4.7
Exceptional(128)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 53 times today
Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.
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3. Alden and Harlow
4.6
Exceptional(4919)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 135 times today
Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.
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4. Waverly Kitchen and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(415)
Price: Expensive
• American • Charlestown
Booked 53 times today
Located in the heart of Charlestown, Boston, just steps away from the Bunker Hill Monument and the Freedom Trail, Waverly Charlestown is a neighborhood restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Join us for a legendary brunch, dinner, and cocktails in our cozy dining room, or grab coffee and lunch on the go. Breakfast and brunch fans, this is for you! You don't want to miss our signature banana bread, house made pastrami hash, rotating coffee menu and refreshing, creative cocktails. Voted Boston Magazine's 2024 Best Brunch in Boston!Come and enjoy a cozy dinner by the fireplace or watch the chef's at work at our kitchen counter. Walk-ins are always accepted at our intimate bar. We're looking forward to seeing you!
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5. Bar Vlaha
4.8
Exceptional(906)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Brookline
Booked 121 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.
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6. Buttermilk & Bourbon
4.6
Exceptional(3532)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Back Bay
Booked 109 times today
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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7. Bar Mezzana
4.8
Exceptional(1487)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South End
Booked 51 times today
Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts. Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!
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8. Coppa
4.8
Exceptional(1231)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South End
Booked 39 times today
A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian plates including house made pastas and wood fired pizzas. Tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End, Coppa offers a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist in an intimate setting. James Beard Award-winning chef Ken Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of fresh regional ingredients.Much like the food, the beverage menu changes continuously. From craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails & mocktails, each sip complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience. Currently offering reservations inside and outside (weather permitting).
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9. Waypoint
4.5
Awesome(2061)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Cambridge
Booked 43 times today
Chef Michael Scelfo of Alden & Harlow welcomes Waypoint, his second Cambridge restaurant. Located at the gateway of Harvard Square at 1030 Massachusetts Avenue, “waypoint” often means a plot point on a map. For Chef Scelfo, it signals a natural next step along his culinary journey. From live-fire pizza to raw bar and caviar service, to an expansive absinthe list, the menu at Waypoint reflects his forward-thinking approach to coastally-inspired fare combining approachable ideas and ingredients with elements that are unexpected.
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10. Mahaniyom
4.8
Exceptional(146)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Brookline
Booked 28 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.

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  • Marjorie
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was amazing and the service was wonderful!
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    Waverly Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• American• Charlestown
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    4.8
  • Cheri
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It’s hard to find authentic Greek food & this place was impressive! The food & service were outstanding!
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    Bar VlahaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Brookline
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    4.8
  • LeslieVIP
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Always a great experience/ top notch food in a pleasant setting with nice people tending to us. Thank you!
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    Faccia a FacciaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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    4.5
  • Kerry
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 17, 2025
    Amazing view. Loved the vibe. Our waiter was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable about the menu especially the gluten free options for me as I have celiac disease. The food was delicious. Everyone in our party had pasta for our main entree and it was excellent. We had the whipped ricotta to start and that was also very good, including the gluten free bread. All in all a fantastic experience. I highly recommend!
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    Contessa - BostonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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    4.7
  • Leighann
    Philadelphia County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 14, 2025
    We really enjoyed the family style sharing of many different items. The dishes were all very flavorful and delicious. The ingredient combinations were unique, and they worked really well together. We had our three kids with us and they enjoyed trying everything too. Definitely would love to return for another wonderful meal. The service was very attentive and we thought the ambiance was chic and welcoming.
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    Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
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    4.6

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