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1. Vintage - Arlington

4.8

Exceptional(16)

Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Arlington

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to our newest tearoom addition in Arlington Center (wine bar - opening in Spring 2025)! Our vision for this location was to create a relaxing and fun environment for friends and loved ones to get together and catchup over a cup of tea and a light meal while savoring the cozy European cafe inspired atmosphere. Set across from the beautiful Robbins Library our Arlington tearoom is an inviting destination to experience after a day browsing books.

2. Tryst Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1633)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington

Booked 14 times today

Tryst Restaurant serves creative American cuisine, using local and seasonal ingredients.

3. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2273)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 21 times today

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

4. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1809)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 19 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.

5. Harvest

4.6

Exceptional(5237)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 46 times today

A steady Harvard Square presence for almost 50 years, Harvest embodies the ever-evolving spirit of Cambridge and deep respect for culinary tradition. Our seasonal menus marry the innovation of contemporary cooking with a timeless respect for American culinary traditions and an emphasis on local farmers and purveyors. Our spacious bar, fireside dining, and hidden gem of a patio each offer a welcome reprieve from the fast-paced world happening just outside our doors.Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Saturday/Sunday Brunch with seating on our seasonal outdoor Garden Terrace. We highly recommend making a reservation; outside tables are available weather permitting and may be requested but cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Harvest offers Private Dining from 15 to 60 people. Sit-down lunches, dinners, and receptions are just some of the Private Functions Harvest can provide.

6. Forage

4.5

Awesome(1499)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 14 times today

Forage is a cozy neighborhood bistro known for its locally sourced food and creative menu. The ambiance is often described as 'cozy', 'welcoming' and 'perfect for an intimate date night'. The staff is noted as 'friendly' and 'fun' and the food as 'delicious' and 'hearty'. Reviews also highlight Forage's unique and quality wine and cocktail selection, as well as its 'lovely' and 'understated' atmosphere.

7. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4865)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 116 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.

8. Moeca

4.8

Exceptional(561)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 23 times today

Moëca is a neighborhood seafood focused restaurant inspired by Italy and beyond.

9. Josephine

4.5

Awesome(336)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 36 times today

An homage to the variety in Italian food with a focus on wood fired pizza...Josephine is the latest concept from James Beard nominated Chef Michael Scelfo of smash hits Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, and The Longfellow Bar. Josephine is a celebration of family and food, focused on Italian favorites and simple pleasures.Josephine features deep dish & thin wood fired pizzas and whimsical riffs on classic Italian foods, all set in a lively space. A massive marble bar with craft cocktails, ice cold martinis on tap, and a huge out door space that's dog friendly with an outdoor bar and fire pit will bring you back again and again.

10. Urban Hearth

4.9

Exceptional(647)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 5 times today

Urban Hearth is described as a cozy spot with an intimate dining environment. It offers a 'casual yet classy' vibe and is praised for its warm and friendly energy. The restaurant provides a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for guests, which is perfect for date nights or special occasions. The closeness of tables in the small space enhances the feeling of coziness.

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AnitaVIP
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Harvest continues to be a consistently lovely place for lunch/brunch/dinner. The food quality, ambience, and service are great. Always look forward to returning there!
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HarvestPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cambridge
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4.6
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Brian
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had an absolutely amazing dinner at Giulia last night. We kicked things off with some of our go-to favorites: the Unicorn Oyster, Warm Semolina Cake, and Crostini with chicken liver mousse. All three were just fantastic—exactly how we remembered them. Next up was the crudo, which was spot-on. The combo of beans, lemon, and mandarin was so fresh and bright—it really hit the mark. For pasta, we went with the Duck Wing Tortellini and Wild Boar Pappardelle. The tortellini was out of this world, with perfect flavor balance, and the pappardelle? Wow. Big, tender chunks of boar in a killer ragu. Just perfection. We wrapped it up with the Lamb Sausage, which was ridiculously good. So much flavor packed into every bite. Service was amazing as always and the coctails, Wines and Amaro selection is always impresive
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Giulia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cambridge
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4.8
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FatimaVIP
Greater Boston •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent service and food. I would definitely return.
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Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
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4.8
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MichealVIP
Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was a great place to celebrate my mother-in-law's 81st birthday. With 3 generations in attendance, everyone had a great time. The service, ambiance and food (...and tea!) were great!
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Vintage - ArlingtonPrice: Moderate• Cafe Dining• Arlington
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4.8
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CarlosVIP
Greater Boston •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Jan 2025
Great food and service. And the hostess was very friendly and helpful. The menu had items to please everyone in our party.
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Tryst RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Arlington
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4.6

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1. Vintage - Arlington

2. Tryst Restaurant

3. Pammy's

4. Giulia Restaurant

5. Harvest

6. Forage

7. Alden and Harlow

8. Moeca

9. Josephine

10. Urban Hearth

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