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1. Bambara Kitchen & Bar
4.4
Awesome(941)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 8 times today
Bambara Kitchen & Bar is nestled on the Charles River Canal, and is right where you need it: close to MIT, Tech square, the Museum of Science, and adjacent to the Hotel Marlowe. Here, Executive Chef Adam Resnick's menus explore different cuisines and flavor profiles bringing seasonal American fare beyond the traditional with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and subtle global influences. Come enjoy our vibrant, welcoming atmosphere for indoor dining.
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2. ArtBar
4.2
Awesome(807)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 4 times today
Dining Igloo seating now available with breathtaking views of the Charles River and Boston Skyline, make ArtBar a neighborhood destination. All igloo reservations will have a twenty (20) percent experience fee add to all food and beverage and also a Twenty (20) percent service charge. ArtBar is a warm, intimate retreat for food and art lovers located inside The Royal Sonesta Boston hotel in Cambridge, MA. The ArtBar boasts stellar selections from the hotel's world-class art collection while the restaurant features innovative, regional American cuisine, a well curated wine list and specialty cocktails. RESERVATIONS: Reservations are recommended. Due to our limited seating capacity, reservations for the outside patio can not be guaranteed.
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3. Terra - Eataly Boston
4.3
Awesome(3752)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay
Booked 109 times today
Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.
A photo of La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Boston restaurant
4. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Boston
4.3
Awesome(2102)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 106 times today
Enjoy La Pizza & La Pasta's signature dishes for takeout or delivery through UberEats, Caviar, DoorDash, and Grubhub. While pizza and pasta are just the tip of the Italian iceberg, there is a reason these two culinary staples are the most beloved exports from Italy. Enjoy Eataly Boston's seasonal selection just steps away from where their expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers) create dishes before your eyes.
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5. Black Lamb
4.7
Exceptional(509)
Price: Moderate
• American • South End
Booked 33 times today
Black Lamb is a neighborhood restaurant and raw bar by Chef Colin Lynch at the corner of Tremont & Union Park in the heart of the South End. Sample a daily-changing selection of oysters, ceviche, and crab from the raw bar. Enjoy a satisfying salad or dig into a thick and juicy classic burger with house-made fries. The beverage program focuses on classic cocktails inspired by the culinary traditions invoked by our chefs and a curated list of wines from producers working with an eye for treating their vineyards with the same respect our growers treat their farms.Please visit our website for details.
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6. Bistro du Midi
4.7
Exceptional(4539)
Price: Expensive
• French • Back Bay
Booked 68 times today
Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.
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7. The Playwright
4.8
Exceptional(166)
Price: Expensive
• American • South Boston
Booked 27 times today
From the minds behind the original Playwright Bar and situated on its familiar grounds, emerges the reimagined Playwright of 2024, epitomizing the ever-changing South Boston scene.Step into a new era as The Playwright undergoes a transformation, embracing the spirit of a classic pub while infusing it with contemporary flair. We seamlessly blend the charm of traditional hospitality with the sophistication of upscale comfort cuisine. Immerse yourself in our live music scene every Wednesday through Sunday. Experience emerging artists on Wednesdays, a cover band on Thursdays, DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, and unwind with country music on Sundays.Join us as we raise our glasses to the next chapter of The Playwright.
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8. Contessa - Boston
4.8
Exceptional(68)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 67 times today
Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.
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9. Ma Maison
4.8
Exceptional(3091)
Price: Moderate
• French • Beacon Hill
Booked 55 times today
Welcome to Master Chef Jacky Robert classic French bistro. Escape to Paris with authentic French food, daily specials and a boutique wine list. Intimate and elegant ambiance combines with professional and friendly service. Bon Appetit!
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10. Atlantic Fish
4.7
Exceptional(11933)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Back Bay
Booked 84 times today
Atlantic Fish, located in Boston’s Back Bay, has been serving New England’s freshest catch since 1978. The fine-dining landmark serves award-winning classics alongside signature dishes. The fresh catch menu features hand-selected seafood, sourced from the harbor every morning. Atlantic Fish offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.

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