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1. Farmstead Table
4.7
Exceptional(2286)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Newton
Booked 28 times today
Opened in 2012, Farmstead Table blends French technique and new world innovation in a classic American country kitchen. Inspired by local farmers, our culinary team believes that fresh and pure ingredients don’t require much tinkering and should speak for themselves. The innovative food is complemented by lively cocktails, domestic craft brews, and finely curated wines. A soothing design and intimate dining area provide a relaxed feel, while our staff delivers polished, yet approachable service.
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2. MIDA - Newton
4.6
Exceptional(1651)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newton
Booked 50 times today
MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.
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3. Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill
4.4
Awesome(2582)
Price: Moderate
• French • Chestnut Hill
Booked 16 times today
Aquitaine Bis brings the charm of Paris to the suburbs, offering an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or date night. Known as a neighborhood gem and a wine bar, it’s perfect for those seeking a refined dining experience. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Seth Woods, features French classics like Steak Frites, Nicoise Salad, Moules (Mussels), Duck Confit, Croque Madame, and Truffle Fries. Whether you’re enjoying a business lunch, a cozy dinner, or the iconic Sunday brunch, Aquitaine Bis delivers the traditions of its Chestnut Hill location with seasonal flair tailored to Newton. Pair your meal with a curated wine selection for a true French bistro experience.
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4. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill
4.8
Exceptional(4940)
Price: Expensive
• American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 79 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.
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5. Bar Vlaha
4.8
Exceptional(905)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Brookline
Booked 94 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. Bianca
4.5
Awesome(750)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 27 times today
Bianca is a modern American restaurant and bar in Chestnut Hill that specializes in wood grilling, wood fire pizza, and a variety of dishes inspired by global flavors and cuisines. Bianca means a clean slate, a virtual white plate primed for delicious expression and ready to transport you to far off places. From classic dishes done with care to the truly unique, Bianca presents a luxe dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere that is as comfortable as our own homes. Owners Chef Tim Cushman and Restaurateur Nancy Cushman are the husband & wife team behind James Beard Award Winning o ya and Hojoko in Boston.RESERVATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, notify 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid a $15 per person cancellation fee. Children 12 & under must have an adult(18+) at the table. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties larger than 6.Our patio is open seasonally. We do not take patio reservations, but will seat reservations at the next available patio table if requested.
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7. Buttonwood
4.8
Exceptional(1001)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 19 times today
Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .
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8. The Cottage Wellesley
4.5
Awesome(2933)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wellesley
Booked 52 times today
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.
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9. Limani - Chestnut Hill
4.3
Awesome(957)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Chestnut Hill
Booked 12 times today
Please call or email for menu information. 617-545-0000chestnuthill@limani.com
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10. Branch Line
4.8
Exceptional(2653)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 42 times today
Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

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  • Terry
    Greater Boston •8 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our party of 4 enjoyed our meal of appetizers & homemade pasta dishes. Our server knows his wines and allowed us to taste two wines before we agreed to the second bottle. He was friendly, available without being intrusive, and professional. Between 6:30-7:30 pm, the restaurant noise level was quite noisy such that we were having difficulty with conversation. And this was a Tuesday evening. After 7:30 pm, it became much easier to hear each other. Other than the noise level, we had a lovely evening at one of our local and valued restaurants.
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    MIDA - NewtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newton
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    4.6
  • KristinaVIP
    Greater Boston •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This was our second visit, first dinner at Aquitaine, and everything was even more magnificent than lunchtime. There is a larger menu, but the service is spot on from arrival to departure. It's a splurge but the servings are generous and the quality of everything was perfection. Our 93 year old mother adored her meal and dessert.
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    Aquitaine - Chestnut HillPrice: Moderate• French• Chestnut Hill
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    4.4
  • carole
    Greater Boston •13 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Apr 16, 2025
    Drinks were very good, wines were great, food was fantastic, cooked to perfection.
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    Farmstead TablePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Newton
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    4.7
  • MoonVIP
    Greater Boston •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 16, 2025
    Thank you, Sophia and Gina! Your kind smiles and warm service made our gathering one of the best we’ve ever had. Thank you so much!
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    Seasons 52 - Chestnut HillPrice: Expensive• American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.8
  • SusanVIP
    Greater Boston •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 14, 2025
    Great food and service! So grateful for this little neighborhood gem.
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    BiancaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.5

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