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A photo of Dryft - Wellesley restaurant
1. Dryft - Wellesley
4.5
Awesome(165)
Price: Expensive
• American • Wellesley
Booked 49 times today
Discover a new standard of casual sophistication at Dryft Wellesley, where we reimagine beloved Italian classics with a modern twist and feature the freshest seafood selections. Located in the heart of Linden Square, our restaurant seamlessly blends the warmth of traditional Italian hospitality with a contemporary ambiance, promising a dining experience that is both relaxed and refined.
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2. The Cottage Wellesley
4.5
Awesome(2881)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Wellesley
Booked 41 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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3. Bianca
4.5
Awesome(722)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 37 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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4. Neroli Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(284)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Westwood
Booked 28 times today
We are situated in the charming Islington neighborhood of Westwood, Massachusetts, precisely at 282 Washington Street. Neroli is an inviting Italian restaurant that boasts a remarkable repertoire of authentic Italian cuisine and beverages. Our menu is a carefully crafted selection of classic Italian dishes, featuring an array of fresh house-made pasta, imported ingredients, and an extensive variety of Italian favorites. Chef Mario Lepori, with his expert culinary skills, has meticulously curated the menu to deliver an unparalleled dining experience.
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5. Tavern in the Square - Dedham
4.6
Exceptional(482)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dedham
Booked 54 times today
Coming Soon! Please keep an eye on our social media page to stay in the know about our grand opening. We look forward to having you dine with us soon.
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6. Il Massimo - Legacy Place
4.6
Exceptional(2791)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Dedham
Booked 52 times today
From Joseph and Esther DeQuattro of Pane Vino and Il Massimo of Federal Hill comes the much anticipated Il Massimo at Legacy Place. Il Massimo brings the quintessential Italian trattoria to Dedham, Massachusetts. At IL Massimo we are proud to offer a seasonal Italian menu inspired by the regional cuisines of Italy. Signature dishes include Spaghettoni alla Carbonara with guanciale and a farm fresh egg, Point Judith Calamari en Padella, and the Pesce al Guazzetto with fresh local fish and little neck clams.
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7. Alta Strada- Wellesley
4.8
Exceptional(2368)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wellesley
Booked 15 times today
Whether nibbling on small plates at the antipasti-wine bar, sipping an espresso, or having a meal in the open dining room, Alta Strada will always be approachable and accessible to anyone and everyone. With a true smile and the genuine desire to take care of you while you’re “in our house”, Alta Strada will focus on the foods of Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Piedmont, and the Amalfi coast, while attempting to fill the much needed gap in Italian restaurants in America. Simply put, Alta Strada will be the place where you’ll find a perfectly made bowl of pasta, crispy thin pizza, gorgeous and abundant antipasti, and fantastic wines, all at a reasonable price, in a setting that could be found on a stylish via in Milan or Rome.
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8. The Capital Grille - Dedham
4.8
Exceptional(478)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Dedham
Booked 86 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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9. District 118 Kitchen and Bar
4.5
Awesome(748)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 14 times today
District 118 is an Authentic American Dining Experience. Specializing in elevated comfort food where guests discover a local blend of America’s favorites.Our restaurant truly offers “something for everyone.” We are much more than just a restaurant! District 118 is an experience. District 118 is perfect for a business dinner event, after work happy hour gathering, special occasions, or a family friendly destination. Whichever event satisfies your occasion District 118 delivers in a modern rustic easy going vibe atmosphere.District 118 is the choice for guests that truly appreciate great food, specialty cocktails, craft beer, fine wine. Reserve your table today!
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10. Buttonwood
4.7
Exceptional(965)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 14 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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  • LaurieVIP
    Greater Boston •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    What a great restaurant! Varied menu with something for everyone. Service was absolutely outstanding ! The portions were generous, food beautifully displayed and all arrived to the table hot - very impressive. WI’ll return again and again!
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    Dryft - WellesleyPrice: Expensive• American• Wellesley
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    4.5
  • MirandaVIP
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    great service, good food, perfect girls brunch before shopping in chestnut hill
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    BiancaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.5
  • JeffVIP
    Greater Boston •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    Neroli's is wonderful! This was our second time there. We had the chicken under a brick and the carbonara. Both were delicious. We had three flavors of gelato for dessert. So creamy and delish. Our waitress was amazing! We had lots of laughs with her and she was so nice. We'll be back next week! New favorite place!
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    Neroli RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Westwood
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    4.6
  • Mike
    Orlando / Central Florida East •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    My wife and I prefer pubs and usually shy away from "chain" type of restaurants. But our daughters are both big Tavern In the Square fans and they've gradually also convinced us as well. This particular location is our favorite despite there being one or two that are closer. This one is a solid 35-45 minute drive for us but it is well worth it. Visited a couple of times (plus once just for drinks at the bar). The staff are all so nice and the service we receive (we always request same server) is literally second to none. Food is very good and the portions are quite large - certainly enough to have a second meal at home. They really have an excellent bar selection too. I usually order bourbon and they have a lot of choices. We will continue to keep this place in our rotation.
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    Tavern in the Square - DedhamPrice: Moderate• American• Dedham
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    4.6
  • LeoVIP
    Greater Boston •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 23 Dec 2024
    Great place for lunch. Service was solid and pleasant. Food was very good for each of the five of us. Reasonable menu and reasonable price.
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    The Cottage WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wellesley
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    4.5

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