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A photo of Toscano Harvard Square restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2434)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Cambridge
Booked 29 times today
A stone’s throw from Harvard’s ivied walls, surrounded by the bustling eateries, shops, and confectioners on Brattle Street (once called the King’s Road), Toscano’s second location brings the bright, fresh flavors of Tuscany to historic Cambridge.
A photo of Longfellow restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(346)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
Booked 9 times today
Award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Scelfo's Longfellow Bar at Alden & Harlow is a neighborhood bar and restaurant located in the historic Café Algiers space directly above his flagship restaurant at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square. The food and drinks at The Longfellow Bar continue to explore Chef Scelfo’s forward-thinking approach to experiencing a meal around his kitchen counter. The menu features bar food that is intended to be passed and shared, allowing guests the opportunity to become immersed in a relaxed and tactile approach to eating; they’re encouraged to break bread and get their hands messy. Rooted in genuine hospitality and exceptional cocktails, the bar program follows Chef Scelfo’s ethos of taking simple ingredients and transforming them, incorporating unique flavors and textures.
A photo of Club Passim restaurant
4.5
Awesome(19)
Price: Moderate
• American • Cambridge
For more than 50 years, Club Passim has been known as a premier listening room, presenting both new and established performers in a huge variety of genres ranging from folk to Celtic to jazz. The historic music venue presents more than 400 shows per year to an audience of over 30,000.Our Sunday Brunch features some of the same talent from our mainstage shows in a bright, relaxed, and casual environment.Brunch hours: 10am - 2pm. Live music will accompany brunch from 10:15am - 1:30pm.
A photo of Prima restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(753)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Charlestown
Booked 49 times today
Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.
A photo of Union Oyster House restaurant
4.3
Awesome(8665)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Faneuil Hall
Booked 107 times today
The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.
A photo of Estella restaurant
4.1
Excellent(604)
Price: Expensive
• American • Beacon Hill
Booked 58 times today
Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.
A photo of Grill 23 & Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8735)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Back Bay
Booked 111 times today
Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.
A photo of Ciao Roma restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1034)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 33 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.
A photo of Contessa - Boston restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 44 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.
A photo of Mare restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2899)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 49 times today
Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine. Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

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  • Gayle
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The staff was very nice and helpful. Customer service seems to be of great importance to them. The side dishes are generous, and all very tasty.
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    LongfellowPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
    4.7
  • Peter
    Greater Boston •49 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our second time to Toscano, and both times the food, service and ambiance were really special It is ideally located in Harvard Square, and on a cold winter's night it was a warm haven of comfort and quality. Our server was especially solicitous but never intrusive about our need to leave for a concert, and we never felt hurried. There are a number of fine restaurants in the neighborhood, but Toscano is my go-to place when I am in Cambridge.
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    Toscano Harvard SquarePrice: Expensive• Italian• West Cambridge
    4.6
  • YvonneVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was really good from the complimentary cornbread to the Boston cream pie. We had the cold plate with clams, oysters, and shrimp and a cold lobster roll. It was a slow night off-season but still amazing. Our server was attentive and the overall ambiance was nice.
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    Union Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Faneuil Hall
    4.3
  • LynnVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I dined here on a Thursday at 4:30 pm for a work event with my team. The Prima team did not miss a beat. We had a fantastic experience. The space is stunning with a gorgeous peak-a-book kitchen and beautifully decorated for the holidays. The food was flavorful and perfectly plated. The bread plated was the best fresh ricotta with a hit of sesame I've had in the city! A must-try. We tried many cocktails with the favorite being the Prima martini. The manager Andrew and his team were attentive, knowledgable, and incredibly hospitable. If you haven't tried this spot it's a must!
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    PrimaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Charlestown
    4.8
  • kathleen
    Greater Boston •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Sept 2024
    Love the drag brunch. So fun. Food was great. Good service
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    Club PassimPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
    4.5
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