Best Casual Restaurants in East Boston

227 restaurants available nearby

1. Pazza on Porter

4.7

Exceptional(252)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Pazza On Porter offers Italian-American cuisine with homemade pasta, dishes made from scratch with fresh ingredients, and a great cocktail program featuring all cocktails made in-house. Visit Pazza to experience social dining with an energetic atmosphere.

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2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6439)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 162 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

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3. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

4.7

Exceptional(275)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Seaport

Booked 32 times today

Right on the water in the heart of Boston's Seaport with intimate dining rooms, two bars, & the city's best seasonal outdoor patio, the Nautilus Pier 4 (est. 2021) is one of Boston's few 'can't miss' restaurants. Built on the idea that 'Everything is Better' Shared the Nautilus brings it, plain & simple. Featuring ‘New England coastal seafood meets Asian haute street food’ cuisine, culinary inspired seasonal & regional cocktails, 20+ beers, & a "Best Of" Wine Spectator award winning wine & sake list plus a curated energetic soundtrack, & a lively yet neighborly atmosphere. The Nautilus makes the new & unfamiliar feel right at home. Lunch Fri, Sat, Sun 12pm to 3pmDinner Mon - Sun 5 or 530 to 930 or 10 depending on the day.Reservations recommended. Perfect for specials occasions, large groups, private parties or casual drop ins. First come first serve bar. 300 Pier 4 Boulevard. Right by the ICA

4. Ciao Roma

4.8

Exceptional(1043)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 69 times today

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

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5. MIDA - East Boston

4.6

Exceptional(384)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Booked 29 times today

MIDA by Chef Douglass William's is now open on East Boston's waterfront. Our James Beard Nominated restaurant group is situated directly on the edge of the pier with panoramic views of the downtown Boston Skyline. The restaurant is surrounded by the water on three sides with a massive patio that is perfect for date night and large groups at all hours of the day. Vaulted ceilings, sprawling windows, and a gorgeous lighting profile make this location the perfect destination for all occasions. MIDA East Boston also features a 25 seat bar that is open for walk-ins seven days a week. We are thrilled to be a part of this neighborhood and cannot wait to welcome you into our home. XOXO MIDA

6. Row 34 - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(2371)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fort Point Channel

Booked 52 times today

We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus. Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

7. Panza

4.4

Awesome(3646)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 11 times today

Panza's traditional Italian cuisine and relaxed atmosphere make for a great evening in this historic North End. For a dinner out with friends or a date night, Panza is the place to go if you want to be treated as part of the family. With signature dishes like Veal Panza, Pescatore and Chicken Parmigiana we pride ourselves on the quality of our ingredients. Throughout the year Panza also offers up seasonal specials to showcase the best of the region. Spend an evening with us and find out why people have made Panza a part of their family.

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8. Monument Restaurant & Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(152)

Price: Moderate

• American • Charlestown

Booked 38 times today

Welcome to MonumentMonument Restaurant & Tavern, a Charlestown staple, is a lively home base for guests to enjoy creative comfort food, rotating craft beer, a thoughtful wine list, and inventive, refreshing cocktails. As Charlestown’s neighborhood spot, Monument boasts a warm, rustic dining room and bar, a seasonal sidewalk patio, and takeout and delivery options seven days a week.The rustic yet chic interior complements their menu of the same caliber. Wood-fired pizza, lemon-rosemary chicken wings, kung pao Brussels sprouts, and gnocchi bolognese are just a few of the favorite options. Not to mention, our weekend brunch is a hit with Bostonians near and far, with featuring lemon and poppyseed buttermilk pancakes and our signature "Cinnamon Toast Brunch" cocktail.Monument serves brunch, lunch, dinner and is open late and has a lengthy draught beer, cocktail and wine menu.

9. Mooo BEACON HILL

4.8

Exceptional(4698)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Beacon Hill

Booked 68 times today

Welcome to Mooo Beacon Hill, a modern steakhouse that blends sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill. Our warm and inviting décor provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience, while our full bar and award-winning wine list add to the overall ambiance. Open seven days a week, we recommend making a reservation to secure your table for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up with the latest news and events.

10. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1806)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 23 times today

Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

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5.0
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5.0
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Came here for a post-egagement dinner, staff was very welcoming and congratulatory and brought complimentary prosecco. They let us stay for a while drinking and celebrating, wonderful atmosphere!
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Indiana •1 review
5.0
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Amazing atmosphere. Great food and wine. Get an upstairs table.
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Ciao RomaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Bella was wonderful! The food was very good as well. First time visiting there and would definitely recommend!
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The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4Price: Very Expensive• Pan-Asian• Seaport
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4.7
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Susan-Ray
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Nov 2024
Food is always delicious and service is great. Ana is a sweetheart. The cocktail menu is excellent! Brought my family who were visiting and we had a great time. The kids enjoyed the Christmas movies playing in the dining room.
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227 restaurants available nearby

1. Pazza on Porter

2. Trattoria Il Panino

3. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

4. Ciao Roma

5. MIDA - East Boston

6. Row 34 - Boston

7. Panza

8. Monument Restaurant & Tavern

9. Mooo BEACON HILL

10. Giulia Restaurant

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