Best Casual Restaurants in Waltham

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1. The Chateau - Waltham

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Waltham

The Chateau in Waltham serves diners classic Italian cuisine in a casual and friendly setting. The restaurant has an extensive menu that offers dishes to please meat-eaters as well as vegetarians. Appetizers include items such as toasted ravioli, meatballs and ricotta and fried or Rhode Island style calamari. Diners can also choose to start their meal with one of The Chateau’s many salad or soup options, such as the chopped salad or homemade minestrone.Dinner options at The Chateau include sandwiches such as chicken parmigiana, eggplant parmigiana or grilled Italian sausage, or pasta dishes such as spaghetti, penne and angel hair. Each pasta dish is served with your choice of tomato sauce, marinara or garlic and oil.

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2. Da Vinci Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(185)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Waltham

Da Vinci , a traditional and casual Italian eatery in Waltham. Here, Chef Peppino will bring to you authentic Italian cooking that is accompanied by exceptional service and a warm and comfortable ambiance reminiscent of being transported to Italy itself.We pride ourselves on using only the finest ingredients and sourcing from local organic products whenever possible. Our food, including our pastas and sauces are all house made and the authentic preparation of each dish highlights its natural and fresh flavors. The result is truly a difference you can taste with each bite. Our wine list features selections from Italy and the United States that serve to complement the dishes on our menu and we are always happy to accommodate any allergies or dietary restrictions.After ten years at La Campania , Chef Peppino opened his own restaurant in Boston Shortly after the opening the restaurant, Da Vinci was recognized by the James Beard Foundation as “the notable new restaurant in Boston.”

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3. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham

4.3

Awesome(1013)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Waltham

Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub-like experience at Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.Not Your Average Joe’s Waltham is located right off I-95 in Waltham, MA near in the Market Basket plaza. We have a large patio with a bocce court and fire pit. Our restaurant has dine-in, carry out, and delivery options to serve-up our creative cuisine any way you like it.

4. MIDA - Newton

4.6

Exceptional(1583)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newton

Booked 32 times today

MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.

5. Bianca

4.5

Awesome(719)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill

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.

6. The Federal

4.7

Exceptional(969)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Waltham

The Federal is an exciting seafood and chophouse with scratch-made, chef driven modern Italian inspired food. The restaurant is upscale, affordable, comfortable, and relaxed. Come and explore our wine list where new age and old world meet. Our wine list is curated by co-owner/managing partner David Alphonse and features wines from around the world with a focus on Italian and old world selections. We have a great selection of new world wines as well.We feature two adjoining private dining rooms and a seasonal covered patio.Located in Waltham, MA in the Market Basket Plaza, we look forward to serving you soon.

7. Ninebark

4.2

Awesome(84)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newton

Booked 12 times today

Ninebark is a full-service restaurant featuring New American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Our menu includes craft beers, wines, and cocktails, made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.

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8. City Works - Watertown

4.2

Awesome(627)

Price: Expensive

• American • Watertown

90 local and global crafts on draft highlighting local brewers, American fare with chef-driven twists, upbeat vibes, and best-in-class service. The unique marriage of ultimate sports bar and delightful restaurant.

9. Social Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(329)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Newton

Currently, we are open for Indoor Dining, Takeout, Patio Dining, Curbside Pickup and Delivery.. Delivery is through Grubhub and DoorDash. We are also able to offer family meals and custom catered items. Please call for details.A casual American fare restaurant & bar, with a comfortably warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive, friendly staff. Daily lunch and dinner featured menu items. Validated parking in a covered garage. City Style Dining with out the City Style headaches!

10. The Bluebird Bar

4.5

Awesome(114)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Newton

Located directly across the street from the West Newton Cinema serving lunch, brunch & dinner. The Bluebird Bar features a thoughtful offering of delicious beer, curated wine, and superb craft cocktails. We spin vinyl records, and have 3 TVs for watching sports! Patio dining is available in the warmer months.Featuring $1 oysters from 3-5 DAILY!

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LindaVIP
Greater Boston •106 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Why Esr Anywhere Else?!? I always feel welcome at YNAJoe’s. Every meal that I, family & friends have had here or at their other locales, received a 5-star rating. Today’s Birthday Brunch was my gift to a lovely young woman. When she noted that the salad dressing was not to her taste, the waiter promptly and cheefully brought her a fresh plate of greens and lighter dressing on the side. My tuna tacos were light, crisp, colorfully presented & fresh. The crème brûlée was also perfect and tasty. Ah…another satisfying meal! I’ll be back soon!
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Not Your Average Joe's WalthamPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Waltham
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JoanVIP
Greater Boston •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great casual dining, lots of options. Food is excellent
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BiancaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chestnut Hill
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JenniferVIP
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
10/10 for the staff at Mida. We had a reservation and our table was running behind by a bit so the team went above and beyond to upgrade our experience. We were so impressed and grateful! As regulars, the food and ambiance is always exceptional. Highly recommend!
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MIDA - NewtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newton
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4.6
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Pat
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Dec 2024
Wonderful experience - the food was delicious and the waitstaff was attentive - a great place to eat !
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Da Vinci RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Waltham
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4.6
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Ron
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 Dec 2024
The service was excellent the young lady who waited on us was wonderful. Second time there the food was outstanding. We are from upstate N.Y. and will always hav3 dinner there when in Boston.
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The Chateau - WalthamPrice: Moderate• Italian• Waltham
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226 restaurants available nearby

1. The Chateau - Waltham

2. Da Vinci Ristorante

3. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham

4. MIDA - Newton

5. Bianca

6. The Federal

7. Ninebark

8. City Works - Watertown

9. Social Restaurant & Bar

10. The Bluebird Bar

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