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1. Trattoria Il Panino
4.5
Awesome(6373)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 192 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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2. Mahaniyom
4.7
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Brookline
Booked 30 times today
MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.
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3. Riccardo's
4.4
Awesome(2699)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 42 times today
Riccardo's Ristorante is a family run business in the North End of Boston, across from Paul Revere's House. It has been recognized by local and national known food critiques as one of the best authentic Italian Restaurants in Boston. Now being run by Richie Jr., Riccardo's has the same fine standards and quality of food as always. The staff is highly trained and knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood Ricardo's never skimps on portions. Come and visit. Renew your love for Riccardo's.
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4. Buttermilk & Bourbon
4.6
Exceptional(3428)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Back Bay
Booked 87 times today
Buttermilk & Bourbon is a genuine Southern restaurant in Boston. It's praised for its unique, delicious dishes, with reviewers saying 'the food was not only imaginative but very tasty' and 'felt like we were in New Orleans'. The ambiance, service, and value consistently receive high ratings, making it a well-loved place for a Southern experience.
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5. The Red Fox
4.5
Awesome(129)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 41 times today
The Red Fox is an Italian American restaurant and lounge brought to you by All Day Hospitality Group (Tony & Elaine's, Ciao Roma, Farmacia, Ward 8). The focus of the menu is on handmade pasta and a mix of throwback dishes and Italian classics, with a fantastic cocktail menu with nostalgic martinis and high quality seasonal cocktails, and an excellent wine list. Located in The North End, The Red Fox pays homage to the Italian American neighborhood and some of the great old school establishments in the city.
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6. Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue
4.6
Exceptional(2663)
Price: Expensive
• French • South End
Booked 43 times today
With a casual atmosphere and a classic menu, Petit Robert Bistro feels like an authentic French bistro. Established in 2005 in the South End of Boston, Petit Robert Bistro has become an institution in the neighborhood! Our patio is one of the most beautiful and comfortable places in Boston. Our Chef Chris Ipus HAS created an authentic and very interesting menu that changes every season.Bon Appetit!
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7. Bab Al-Yemen Boston
4.5
Awesome(276)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Back Bay
Booked 17 times today
Bab Al-Yemen Boston is a gem for authentic Yemeni cuisine. Reviewers rave about the 'authenticity and richness of the flavors' and the 'highest-quality ingredients'. One reviewer described it as a 'unique experience designed to serve as a hub of Yemeni culture'. The restaurant takes pride in its traditional recipes and decor, creating an immersive experience for customers. The food, service, and ambiance consistently receive high ratings, making it a go-to spot for those looking for a truly authentic Yemeni dining experience.
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8. Tresca
4.7
Exceptional(4124)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 35 times today
In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.
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9. Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1463)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Boston
Booked 63 times today
Located in the heart of South Boston, Lincoln is a classic American tavern that offers guests a welcoming combination of home-spun, American fare alongside a wide variety of rustic, wood-fire-grilled specialties.Built with the intention of being a comfortable meeting spot for locals looking to share stories at the end of their long day, Lincoln draws inspiration from it’s surrounding, hard-working, and uniquely American neighborhood.Revitalizing a nearly forgotten West Broadway space that at one time housed the area’s only department store, Lincoln feels nostalgic. It’s open-air, tiled-floor cafe, grande bar, and soaring, original tin ceilings remind us of a time when dining halls and supper clubs were a way of life.
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10. No Relation
4.8
Exceptional(135)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • South End
Booked 9 times today
No Relation is a unique, intimate dining experience that serves high-quality, creatively interpreted Japanese cuisine. The omakase menu is crafted by Chef Colin Lynch, featuring a wide range of flavors that are appreciated by many customers. As one reviewer put it, 'the menu is a delightful journey of flavors that clearly showcases the chef's creativity and skill.' Another customer noted, 'Chef did an amazing job at curating an informative and engaging omakase service.' The positive reviews and high ratings confirm that No Relation is an authentic Japanese dining experience.
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