Best Restaurants for People Watching in Malden

31 restaurants available nearby

1. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4859)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 83 times today

Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

2. Quattro

4.5

Awesome(1375)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 54 times today

Quattro Ristorante, Grille & Pizzeria, is restaurateur Frank DePasquale’s forth restaurant in the North End, hence the name which means 4 in Italian. Quattro is also located on the 4 major corners of the North End, Boston’s Famous Italian Neighborhood. Inspired by Italy’s passion for high quality foods prepared with fresh ingredients, Quattro brings delicious foods from simple locally grown ingredients. Frank DePasquale does something few restaurateurs have every tried, melding a full service restaurant that serves wine, beer and cordials with a kitchen equipped with a rotisserie, a char broiler and an authentic Neapolitan brick style pizza oven. Quality has been the only focus and the essential ingredient at Quattro, from the ingredients to the preparation of the food to the service. Quattro’s unique menu appeals to a wide variety of people by touching on all categories, fresh meats, seafood, pork and poultry prepared right in front of your eyes on our custom built rotisserie.

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3. The Florentine Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(617)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 42 times today

The Florentine Café is an Italian lunch and dinner café, with a full bar, draft beers, and a great wine selection. Stop by with a friend for drinks and a meal or come to lunch with business colleagues. We now offer outdoor seating, as well as, indoor seating with a great view. When the floor-to-ceiling windows open, they let in a nice breeze, allowing the fresh air to circulate, adding to a beautiful dining experience, in, or out. We also have a separate dining area downstairs that seats up to 50 guests It's perfect for any private event, rehearsal dinner, or business function. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to relax, and enjoy a meal with fine company. Join us, start with complimentary, home-made Focaccia bread and seasoned olive oil, and you must try our signature dish, Ravioli di Aragosta. Other best dishes include, the Fusilli Alla Vodka, Pollo al Limone, and a new favourite, the Salmone D'estate.

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4. Ristorante Saraceno

4.5

Awesome(1559)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 54 times today

Born out of our love of fine wines and traditional food, Ristorante Saraceno Italian/Napoletana style cuisine has become the premiere location for fine dining in Boston’s Historic North End. After traveling the Italian regions and sampling different cuisines, we decided to make our way back home and bring Napoli’s best to Boston. Our biggest challenge was finding the right, high-quality ingredients for the dishes we wanted to serve. We are dedicated to offering only the finest and freshest foods. We have also taken great care in assembling a team of only the best chefs and experienced kitchen and dining staff. Come and taste the experience yourself.

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5. Russell House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2803)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 49 times today

A New American Tavern, Russell House Tavern is a comfortable gathering spot for every occasion-from casual lunch breaks on the patio to after-work cocktails in the upstairs tavern to functions in the private dining room and everything in between. Russell House Tavern delivers a seasonally-inspired menu of modern interpretations of American classics, including signatures like the R. House Burger, a selection of Tavern Pizzas and Steak Frites among other dishes. To complement the menu, Russell House Tavern serves an interesting collection of all-American wines, including two regional wines on tap, and a locally-driven craft beer selection. The cocktail menu strikes a balance between familiar classics and modern hand-crafted recipes using only fresh juices, homemade syrups and infusions.

6. SOURCE Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(568)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 23 times today

SOURCE is a fresh, modern approach to the local gastro pub and pizza bar. Source is an innovative dining destination featuring rustic yet refined food, and an unmatched craft and local beverage program. Utilizing local and sustainable products and only the purest ingredients, SOURCE’s mission is to embrace the root of who we are and what we consume. Owned by Restaurant veteran Daniel Roughan, SOURCE offers guests the space to enjoy delicious quality authentic Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pizza SOURCE will offer an assortment of small plates, entrees and homemade desserts. SOURCE will be open daily for lunch and dinner as well offering an unforgettable brunch experience both Saturdays and Sundays. Welcome home, Welcome to SOURCE.

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7. West End Johnnie's

4.6

Exceptional(728)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Faneuil Hall

Booked 12 times today

Johnnie's is a collection of memories for all. Personally autographed pictures and genuine memorabilia of your favorite movie stars, politicians, athletes and musicians. Casual, upscale dining in a great location. Set on the side of the "Old West End" just blocks away from North Station, the TD Bank North Garden, historic Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. The decor consists of a combination of light and dark woods, copper, brass and luxurious leather with huge floor to ceiling windows that you must see to appreciate. The menu consists of contemporary American classics with various, multi-ethnic influences. We open at 4pm every Tuesday through Saturday for dinner,as well as our famous Reggae brunch from 11am to 3pm on Sundays. We are also open Mondays with Garden events and we do open early for afternoon games and concerts. For reservations of groups larger than 6, please call to check for availability.

8. Fin Point

4.6

Exceptional(1098)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 23 times today

Fin Point Oyster Bar and Grille features a full Raw Bar and renditions of New England classics that are both sophisticated and approachable. The elegant dining room and dynamic bar scene compliment the inviting atmosphere. An instant classic nestled into historic downtown Boston, perfect for power lunches, afterwork drinks, celebrations and private events.Weekend $1 Oyster Special Thursday - Saturday from 2PM-5PM!

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9. Waterline – Boston Marriott Long Wharf

4.3

Awesome(285)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Faneuil Hall

Booked 2 times today

Set inside the hotel, Waterline tempts patrons with New England favorites that feature locally sourced ingredients, featuring our award winning New England Clam Chowder alongside a superb drink menu. This waterfront restaurant also showcases breathtaking Long Wharf views from its perch overlooking Boston.

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10. Grafton Street Pub & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(1285)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 14 times today

*New Address: 59 JFK Street, Cambridge MA*Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved institution of Harvard Square for over 25 years. Located at 59 JFK Street – the Gateway of Harvard Square – this neighborhood hot spot is named after the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district near Dublin’s famed Temple Bar area. Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub’s warmth and coziness with a contemporary and comfortable full-service restaurant. Formerly located at 1230 Massachusetts Avenue, Grafton Street relocated in March of 2022. The new location is on lower JFK Street just steps away from the Red Line MBTA stop and the Charles River. Grafton Street offers free parking for all guests that enter the Harvard Square parking garage after 5pm Monday thru Thursday, and all day Sunday.

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MarcVIP
Greater Boston •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a good meal and experience here. Awesome meatballs, chicken parm is almost impossible not to get. Pizza is great. Always great service. Excellent choice before any event at the Garden. Can be in and out of here in 1 hr if needed.
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QuattroPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Debra
New Hampshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was our first time eating at this restaurant and we very much enjoyed our meal. The service was excellent, the food was great and the ambiance was nice. The only downside was we were seated downstairs in a far dining room and I had my 80yr. old mother with me. There was seating upstairs but they sat us downstairs and the stairs were very difficult for her. If you have someone who can't walk well you should request to sit upstairs. Other than this, it was excellent.
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Ristorante SaracenoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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RebeccaVIP
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was fantastic, the service could have been a bit better in terms of removing empty plates and bringing new drinks. I will say they were very helpful and even recommended a great wine. Food was excellent.
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• West Cambridge
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4.6
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WalterVIP
Chicago / Illinois •54 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Th holiday atmosphere was fabulous and service very friendly, attentive and not rushed at all. Food is delicious and fairly valued. It’s our holiday tradition with close friends.
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The Florentine CafePrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.7
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AnuVIP
Charlotte •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Salmon was overcooked but everything else was superb!
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Russell House TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Cambridge
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4.6

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. Alden and Harlow

2. Quattro

3. The Florentine Cafe

4. Ristorante Saraceno

5. Russell House Tavern

6. SOURCE Restaurant

7. West End Johnnie's

8. Fin Point

9. Waterline – Boston Marriott Long Wharf

10. Grafton Street Pub & Grill

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