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1. Sweet Basil on Moody
4.6
Exceptional(425)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Waltham
Booked 5 times today
Sweet Basil on Moody is a foodie hotspot, with reviews raving about its 'excellent food', 'wonderful ambience', and 'beautiful' decor. One reviewer even recommended it for a Michelin star. The menu is full of 'perfection' and 'consistently well prepared' dishes, with 'amazing' risotto and butternut squash bisque. The service is also praised for being 'friendly' and 'fast'.
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2. Tempo
4.7
Exceptional(2274)
Price: Moderate
• American • Waltham
Booked 4 times today
Outdoor Dining at Tempo is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ONLY!Don't see a reservation available...give us a call!Tempo offers downtown quality and atmosphere in a convenient suburban location on, Moody Street in Waltham known as "Restaurant Row". The menu features a wide variety of fresh seafood, great cuts of meat, chicken, duck, and truly has something for everyone. Tempo is excellent for a date, great for groups, and the bar is a perfect place for singles and people watching. The cuisine rivals higher-priced alternatives and the staff is welcoming and eager to please. The bar offers the largest selection around and the wine list pricing is the best in Waltham. We have a gorgeous private dining room that is perfect for events, corporate dinners, holiday parties and graduation celebrations. If you haven't visited us we promise you won't regret it!
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3. Sycamore
4.9
Exceptional(2744)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newton
Booked 13 times today
Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.
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4. Branch Line
4.7
Exceptional(2588)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 40 times today
Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!
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5. Farmstead Table
4.6
Exceptional(2240)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Newton
Booked 24 times today
Farmstead Table is a haven for foodies. Known for its fresh and well-prepared food, as described in multiple reviews, it's a place that's appreciated for its 'unique and cool' atmosphere and 'excellent quality and wonderful taste' of dishes. The food is 'carefully crafted and complex', making it a perfect spot for those who love to explore flavors and ingredients. The place is also praised for its 'lively cocktails, domestic craft brews, and finely curated wines', making it a complete dining experience for food enthusiasts.
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6. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham
4.3
Awesome(1013)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Waltham
Booked 17 times today
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. 
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7. Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(903)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Brighton
Booked 21 times today
Rail Stop offers contemporary New England cuisine, craft beer, the finest spirits with a barrel aged cocktail program, and an exceptional wine list.Offering outdoor dining, private dining rooms and an expansive bar/lounge area.
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8. Giulia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1800)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cambridge
Booked 7 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.
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9. Uni
4.5
Awesome(2252)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay
Booked 25 times today
Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.
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10. Forage
4.5
Awesome(1495)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Cambridge
Booked 5 times today
Forage is a haven for foodies. It's a farm-to-table restaurant that partners with local farmers, fishermen, and foragers to create a local and seasonal menu. Reviewers rave about the 'unconventional and creative' food, the 'thought-provoking' flavor combinations, and the 'inventive' dishes. One even said, 'the food was creative and delicious.' The bar program boasts cocktails with a focus on locally produced ingredients and a selection of organic/biodynamic wines. It's a unique dining experience in a cozy and fun setting.

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  • Jurgen
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This is an awesome find in Newton. Excellent food, very friendly service and a nice ambiance. Every dish, duck pate, tuna tartare, pasta with special bolognese sauce and steak was perfectly prepared, sides and salad were outstanding.
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    SycamorePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newton
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    4.9
  • InnaVIP
    Greater Boston •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great food. The popovers always bring me back! The butternut squash soup is so good! Definitely worth a visit.
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    Farmstead TablePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Newton
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    4.6
  • Doreen
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    It was an amazing experience, we were celebrating a special day and our server and the bartender, really made it extra special! We will be back again and again❤️
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    Branch LinePrice: Moderate• American• Watertown
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    4.7
  • Alan
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 14 Dec 2024
    Excellent food, I had the bay scallops which were sweet and very tasty. My wife had the crusted halibut again excellently prepared and very flavorful. A bit pricey but well done.
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    TempoPrice: Moderate• American• Waltham
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    4.7
  • Cristin
    Greater Boston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 Dec 2024
    The food was very good, the staff and attention just right and the bill for 3 people including drinks and a shared dessert was $150. Love the decor. It was quiet but it was early on a Monday. I’ve been in on the weekend evenings and it’s been quite loud but a fun ambiance with sometimes I believe, live music. Thank you.
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    Sweet Basil on MoodyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Waltham
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    4.6

Discover best foodies restaurants in Waltham

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Boston, Waltham, and Greater Boston, where foodies can indulge in a variety of culinary experiences that cater to every palate. This region is renowned for its eclectic mix of restaurants, each offering unique and high-quality dining options that reflect the local flavor and global influences. Whether you're craving perfectly prepared risottos, creatively executed Italian dishes, or fresh seafood, the area's restaurants are sure to satisfy your gastronomic desires. The focus on using quality sourced ingredients ensures that every meal is not only delicious but also a testament to the chefs' commitment to excellence. The ambiance of these eateries ranges from the elegantly casual to the exquisitely refined, making it easy to find the perfect backdrop for both special occasions and casual outings. Friendly and efficient service complements the exceptional food, enhancing the overall dining experience. For food enthusiasts looking to explore top-notch culinary destinations, Boston, Waltham, and Greater Boston offer an array of choices that promise delightful and memorable meals.

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