Best Authentic Restaurants in Melrose

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1. Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose

4.7

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melrose

Booked 32 times today

Giacomo's Ristorante in Melrose provides delicious Italian cuisine in a comfortable, traditional atmosphere. Open for dinner, enjoy convenient parking and large portions of authentic Italian meals suitable for both everyday dining and special occasions. Giacomo's Ristorante offers dishes, including fried calamari, Prince Edward Island mussels, home made Maine crab cakes, cream filled fresh mozzarella over tomato salad with honey-basil vinaigrette and more. There is also arugula salad, veal parmigiana, chicken piccata, grilled beef tenderloin, grilled tuna, pan roasted cod and more, as well as some vegetarian entree options. After dinner, enjoy desserts, such as tiramisu along with coffee or cocktails.

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2. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row

4.4

Awesome(1776)

Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 110 times today

Welcome to Earls Assembly Row, conveniently located just steps from the AMC Theater and Assembly Row shops. Whether you're catching a movie or enjoying some retail therapy, Earls is the perfect spot to relax and refuel.Our menu is inspired by global flavours, crafted with premium ingredients, and complemented by expertly crafted cocktails and confidently, charming service. Famous for our epic Happy Hours and weekend brunches, which include a must-try Brunch Happy Hour. Earls Assembly Row is also a top destination for large parties and special events. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a celebration, we have the perfect space to make it unforgettable.Your seat is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

3. Salt + Stone

4.4

Awesome(580)

Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 54 times today

Salt + Stone is an authentic restaurant because it's a labor of love from experienced restaurateurs Sean and Sue Olson. They've distilled their 40+ years of knowledge into a menu featuring dishes loved by reviewers like 'Delicious food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere!'. It's also noted for its 'outstanding food with wide variety to choose from', and 'fabulous' food. Plus, it's praised for its 'fun and unique menu' and 'vibrant atmosphere'.

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4. Fioritaly Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(727)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Medford

Booked 36 times today

The name “Fiore” originated from Chef Gabriele Ascione’s grandfather, who shaped his love for Ischian history and food. Ischia, a small island off of Naples, boasts a rich and vibrant local history that is recreated in the cuisine at Fioritaly. Each meal has been carefully selected and refined by Chef Gabriele Ascione, who inspires to showcase the essence of local Italian dishes from home.

5. Gaetano's

4.8

Exceptional(661)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stoneham

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Gaetano's! Since 1995, Gaetano’s has been serving authentic Italian dishes in a warm, friendly environment. Come join us for the best Italian food north of Boston.

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6. Surf Restaurant - Woburn

4.7

Exceptional(237)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Woburn

Booked 71 times today

Welcome to Surf Restaurant, we are located in the Woburn Village.Everyday our team of chefs work with our seafood buyers to source the best quality seafood. Our standards of excellence start with the selection of the top of the catch each day. We go to such lengths to secure the freshest seafood for one reason – our high standards of excellence demand that every ingredient we use is the best. Although we can tell you how fresh our seafood is, the only way to really know is to taste it.At Surf you will find New England classics like fish & chips, NE clam chowder, steamed lobster. You will also find chef driven seafood dishes such as Lobster Kristina in a brandy cream sauce, miso marinated salmon, sesame seared tuna and fried tomato bacon salad. Surf Woburn is a contemporary open restaurant with a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy a meal with friends and family as well as a business meal with welcoming hospitality.

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7. Lucia Ristorante Winchester

4.8

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Winchester

Booked 14 times today

Lucia Ristorante Winchester is a North Shore institution, opened in 1985 by Winchester residents Filippo and Anna Frattaroli. Located in the town center, Lucia is the sister restaurant of the original Lucia Ristorante in the North End of Boston. Come experience Lucia Ristorante-a step into Italy.only a few steps from home. Voted Best Old World Italian Dining (2018-2020) by North Shore Magazine. We are open 7 days a week for indoor and outdoor (patio) dining, pick-up, and delivery. Reservations for dining are recommended.

8. Fuji at Assembly

4.5

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Somerville

Booked 12 times today

Fuji at Assembly is a perfect marriage of contemporary and traditional. The dining room is chic and modern, yet furnished with reclaimed wood dating back over one hundred years. At the sushi bar, chefs select from ingredients delivered fresh daily and create a unique meal for each guest. The menu also offers an array of authentic Sichuan dishes with spices originating from Southwest China.Fuji at Assembly is conveniently located in Assembly Row, making it a perfect lunch or dinner destination after visiting your favorite local shops!

9. La Brasa

4.6

Exceptional(879)

Price: Moderate

• Grill • Somerville

Booked 18 times today

La Brasa is a Neighborhood Steak House and Grill, located on Broadway in East Somerville adjacent to its sister restaurant Fat Hen featuring Italian favorites. Featured in the Boston Eater Top 38 Essential Restaurants in Boston, Fall 2024!Chef Daniel Bojorquez has created a menu which has culinary influences rooted in the same countries as many of the residents of East Somerville, Cambridge, and Boston area. Favorites like grilled steaks, oysters, wood roasted chicken, and of course tacos!Located near Tufts University, Assembly Row, and Partners HealthCare, La Brasa is an inviting and comfortable space to hang out for a delicious cocktail or to dine on a memorable meal from the wood grill. Join us for your special event such as Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Baby Showers, Birthdays, Corporate Events and more!

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10. Vinny's Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(735)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 14 times today

Located in the heart of Somerville, Vinny’s serves the best in Sicilian-style cooking, made only with the finest ingredients. Our Dinner and Lunch entrees are superb! Along with a wide choice of Wines, Vinny’s has a full bar as well as the best desserts this side of the North End. Our premium deli sandwiches are available all day, as well as Meals To Go, subs and catering. Come on down and enjoy your next meal here at Vinny’s.

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Cindy
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service, atmosphere is great and the waitress was amazing
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Salt + StonePrice: Expensive• American• Somerville
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4.4
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LaurenVIP
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great value, great service, food was delicious and very good sized portions. A perfect family night out.
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Gaetano'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Stoneham
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4.8
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Connor
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
In my opinion, one of the best Italian restaurants in the greater Boston area.
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Fioritaly TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Medford
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4.8
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Debby
Greater Boston •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was our first time here but will not be the last. We had a reservation and weee promptly seated. Totally forget our waiters name but he was amazing. The food was a 10+ consisted of Eggplant Parmesan Chicken Parmesan Broccoli Ravioli and Scallop and Shrimp with Giacomo sauce. The Cosmos were delicious as was the Espresso Martini. Limoncello cake and Hazelnut chocolate cake were spectacular!
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Giacomo's Ristorante - MelrosePrice: Moderate• Italian• Melrose
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4.7
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StanleyVIP
Montreal / Quebec •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Dec 2024
This was one of the most memorable times we’ll have at Earl’s. Forever grateful for Earl’s team and management for helping us celebrate our wedding dinner with family and loved ones. Special shoutout to Olivia, Maddison and our server for helping putting it all together. Couldn’t have done it without them We’re forever grateful, and special thank you to the chef and kitchen staff for the delicious food and desserts. Earl’s kitchen will continue to be a forever memorable place to go.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly RowPrice: Expensive• American• Somerville
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4.4

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193 restaurants available nearby

1. Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose

2. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row

3. Salt + Stone

4. Fioritaly Trattoria

5. Gaetano's

6. Surf Restaurant - Woburn

7. Lucia Ristorante Winchester

8. Fuji at Assembly

9. La Brasa

10. Vinny's Ristorante

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