The best restaurants in Brookline

Local chain member offering innovative sushi in a compact, no-nonsense room along with takeout.

690A Washington St

Casual option serving familiar Mexican eats such as tamales, burritos, and enchiladas for lunch and dinner.

3 Harvard Square

Casual eatery specializing in sushi, Korean fried chicken and wings.

86 Peterborough St (Boston)

Relaxed venue serving pizza and a menu of subs, including chicken fajita and chicken souvlaki, for delivery or dine-in.

226 Cypress St

Local counter-serve Mexican chain dishing up burritos, tacos & quesadillas in a warm space.

446 Harvard St

Busy, cozy restaurant serving homemade pasta & Tuscan-style wood-grilled entrees in a compact space.

48 Boylston St

No-frills corner eatery for brick-oven pizzas, sandwiches, burgers & salads, plus breakfast options.

75 Harvard St

Counter-serve spot with gourmet takes on Mexican classics, including tacos & burritos.

1294 Beacon St

New York-style bagels, Belgian waffles & build-your-own omelets in colorful, nostalgic surrounds.

20 Prospect St (Cambridge)

Subs, panini, burgers & seafood round out the menu at this pizzeria specializing in inventive pies.

387 Washington St

Bustling Italian spot with simple decor draws crowds with classic dishes & popular take-out option.

131 Brighton Ave (Allston)

Laid-back hangout with regular live music & late-night hours, serving Mexican & Salvadoran fare.

150 Meridian St #150 (Boston)

Trattoria creates a warm vibe with a menu of Italian classics, wine & murals of Italy on the walls.

190 North St (Boston)

No-frills go-to for speedy counter-serve subs, wraps, thin-crust pizzas & salads.

738 Huntington Ave (Boston)

Simple sushi bar with extensive Japanese menu & Vietnamese pho.

425 Cambridge St (Cambridge)

Snug, informal corner shop offering Florentine pastas & sandwiches & imported Italian groceries.

313B Harvard St

Outpost of a relaxed chain eatery serving creative organic rolls & other Japanese dishes.

398 Harvard St

An all-natural menu & Arabic coffee are 2 offerings found at this colorful & intimate cafe.

286 Franklin St (Cambridge)

Compact, colorful nook dishing up sushi & hot Japanese entrees for dine-in or takeout.

1393 Beacon St

Low-key eatery featuring authentic Mexican fare, from tacos and pupusas to burritos and churros.

1728 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Cheery Mexican eatery emphasizing creatively stuffed tacos & a large tequila selection.

1665 Beacon St

Sushi joint serving a variety of rolls.

529 Washington St (Brighton)

Casual chain serving up sushi on a conveyor belt along with a variety of Japanese dishes, such as ramen.

39A District Ave (Dorchester)

Housemade pasta, pizza, sandwiches & Italian eats in a cozy, bustling setting; open weekdays.

115 Water St (Boston)

Enduring, lively eatery for guacamole made tableside, creative Mexican fare & assorted margaritas.

11 Springfield St (Cambridge)

Red-sauce classics are the specialty at this Italian eatery with Renaissance-style art on the walls.

283 Causeway St (Boston)

Understated restaurant preparing classic Japanese dishes, including sushi, soups & dumplings.

983 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Cozy neighborhood deli offering imported meats, housemade bread, homestyle Italian meals & espresso.

41 Harvard St

Mexican eats, cocktails & coolers in a buzzy restaurant featuring a terrace & late-night hours.

15 Union St (Boston)

Local pizza chain specializing in thin-crust, gourmet pies with create-your-own options.

289 Harvard St

Intricate sushi rolls & inventive Thai cuisine offered in a fashionable backdrop with a modern vibe.

737 Huntington Ave (Boston)

Tuscan specialties including pasta, pizza & risotto in a rustic, refined setting.

52 Brattle St (Cambridge)

Casual restaurant at Bow Market featuring Tijuana-style birria, tacos, and quesadillas, plus beer.

1 Bow Mkt Wy Ste 10 (Somerville)

Warehouse-chic spot offering Mediterranean eats, shared plates & cocktails, plus a take-out option.

1032 Beacon St

Low-key trattoria featuring hearty portions of homemade pasta, pizza & Italian entrees.

319 Western Ave (Cambridge)

Casual restaurant offering sushi rolls and other Japanese standards for dine-in or takeout.

1562 Tremont St (Boston)

Small, cheerful restaurant crafting traditional Mexican dishes hailing from Puebla.

131 Lexington St (Boston)

Simple shop offering slices, whole pies, subs & other comfort food, mostly for takeout & delivery.

304 Centre St (Jamaica Plain)

Trendy Japanese cafe providing small plates such as onigiri, curry, and teas, plus groceries.

299 Harvard St

Cozy neighborhood eatery serving tacos and enchiladas, plus other traditional Mexican cuisine.

416 Centre St (Jamaica Plain)

Counter-serve, corner Italian joint serving pizzas, subs & wings in a basic setting.

19 Union Square (Somerville)

Pizzeria known for New York-style pies, such as four cheese and margarita, plus slices.

8 Perkins St (Boston)

Contemporary locale for pasta, pizzettes & other Italian dishes with a nice wine list.

608 Main St (Cambridge)

Casual spot for diner-style American & global eats, featuring breakfast all day.

536 Centre St (Jamaica Plain)

Assembled-to-order tacos, burritos & other Mexican eats with loads of toppings & spicy sauces.

14 Brattle St (Cambridge)

Informal spot for thin-crust pies with inventive toppings & a huge selection of bottled beers.

735 Huntington Ave (Boston)

Innovative Japanese and American plates, plus cocktails, wine, beer, and sake, in a cozy setting.

1154 Boylston St (Chestnut Hill)

Creatively named sushi, including rolls inspired by fairy tales, & Pan-Asian plates in simple digs.

524 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

A menu featuring an array of classic Japanese sushi & noodle dishes in a modern, cozy setting.

370 Boylston St

Cozy, casual pizzeria serving a menu of pies, pastas & sandwiches, plus eclectic entrees.

1514 Tremont St (Boston)

Sushi, ramen & other classics are complemented by sake & draft beer at this easygoing Japanese pub.

195 Washington St

Seasonal Mediterranean fare, including pastas & wood-fired pizzas, served in striking, skylit space.

502 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Casual eatery dishing up a variety of Hawaiian dishes including poke, ramen, and sushi.

6 Harvard St

Modern option for Mexican eats including tacos and enchiladas, plus tequila cocktails.

80 Arsenal Yards Blvd (Watertown)

Casual poke bar serving up fresh Hawaiian poke bowls with a variety of mix-ins and sauces in Porter Square.

1923A Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Take-out & delivery joint serving pizza & calzones, including vegan options, plus subs & burritos.

147 Beacon St #3724 (Somerville)

Italian classic including fresh pastas in a rustic, cozy setting that includes a communal table.

1682 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Simple counter-serve joint preparing innovative specialty pies, plus strombolis & pastas.

8 Highland Ave (Somerville)

Casual eatery offering Mexican eats such as cochinita pibil, along with mezcal, beer, and cocktails.

23a Bow St (Somerville)

Local counter-serve Mexican chain dishing up burritos, tacos & quesadillas in a warm space.

822 Somerville Ave #1 (Cambridge)

Casual, elegant, welcoming, brick-and-wooded eatery serving a menu of American fare with a global twist.

1287 Cambridge St (Cambridge)

Pan flutes playing in the background set the scene for Peruvian fare, served alongside pisco sours.

307 Somerville Ave (Somerville)

This no-frills destination features cheese fries, pizza slices, whole pies & subs.

444 Broadway Ct (Cambridge)

Japanese eatery with a menu spanning hibachi, yakitori, maki, nigiri and more.

16 Bow St (Somerville)

Quesadillas, carnitas, tacos & churros are served in this relaxed & colorful counter-serve spot,

847 Cambridge St (Cambridge)

Lively Italian-American tavern in a former police HQ with cocktails, DJs & drag bingo, plus karaoke & a seasonal patio.

70 Union Square (Somerville)

Relaxed pizza joint firing up classic pies, pasta entrees, hot subs and chicken parmigiana dishes.

691 Cambridge St (Cambridge)

Pizza headlines a menu of comfort food such as gyros, subs, and pasta dishes in a casual setting.

1760 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Fashionable outpost featuring a variety of classic Pan-Asian fare, sushi & cocktails.

22 Highland Ave (Somerville)

Family-run Portuguese-American standby draws crowds for ample, homestyle breakfasts & baked goods.

25 Bow St (Somerville)

Japanese restaurant serving an extensive menu of sushi & other favorites in informal environs.

290 Somerville Ave (Somerville)

Handcrafted pizzas with vegan options doled out in a modern counter-serve with a seasonal patio.

1611 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

Industrial-chic venue with a handpicked set of eateries and bar, plus an area for cooking demos.

401 Park Dr (Boston)

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

1850 Soldiers Fld Rd (Brighton)

This stylish brick-&-wood eatery serves an extensive oyster menu plus fish entrees & craft beers.

383 Congress St (Boston)

Specializing in upmarket seafood, this contemporary chain also serves steaks & cocktails.

55 Boylston St (Chestnut Hill)

Casual destination for Persian fare including kebabs and falafel, as well as Persian rice dishes plus vegan-friendly options.

271 Belmont St (Belmont)

Lively waterfront seafood joint with open-air picnic-table dining & views of the Boston Harbor.

88 Sleeper St (Boston)

This counter-service udon specialist in the Porter Exchange building serves udon to communal tables.

1815 Massachusetts Ave (Cambridge)

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162 Salem St (Boston) · ✓ checked Jul 28

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78 Salem St (Boston)

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275 Centre St (Newton)

Tasty Burger keeps it simple in the best way, grilling flat-patty burgers from quality American beef that hit the spot without the fuss.…

86 Van Ness St (Boston)

Hip izakaya in Verb Hotel serving Japanese tavern-style fare with craft beers & frozen cocktails.

1271 Boylston St (Boston)

Lotus Test Kitchen keeps it simple and seriously tasty with Tokyo Style Teriyaki, Korean BBQ, and Acai bowls built with freshly grilled…

25 Chauncy St (Boston)

Casual eatery for brunch classics such as avocado toast, crepes and eggs, plus sandwiches and coffee.

55 Temple Pl (Boston)

Casual spot for chicken tenders and sandwiches that can be customized with a range of spices.

123 Stuart St (Boston)

Craft pizzas, plus ciabatta sandwiches & salads in a cozy setting with a fireplace & wooden floors.

222 Newbury St (Boston)

Counter-serve option at Faneuil Hall Marketplace offering creative spins on mac 'n' cheese.

1 Faneuil Hall Market Pl (Boston)

Charming raw bar serving various seafood, including dishes made with tinned fish.

279 Dartmouth St (Boston)

Hot & cold sandwiches, salads & homemade pasta at this casual, lively Italian spot with sports TV.

85 Canal St (Boston)

Hot, crispy chicken tenders and sliders on the menu at this casual eatery, plus beer and mac 'n' cheese.

10 District Ave C10 (Boston)

Bright, casual eatery for burgers stacked with unconventional toppings, plus veggie options.

1100 Boylston St (Boston)

The Charles Hotel's farmhouse-chic eatery specializes in locally sourced food, plus brunch.

1 Bennett St (Cambridge)

International cuisine, creative cocktails, and live music in a happening brick-line venue.

541 Tremont St (Boston)

Refined yet playful supper club in a handsome hideaway accented with marble and mahogany wood.

2 Winter Pl (Boston)

Crispy boneless fried chicken sandwiches (with sliders) and tenders, plus sides, served in a casual setting.

160 Brighton Ave (Boston)

Refined Italian menu with a focus on local ingredients, served in a romantic townhouse.

3 N Square #1 (Boston)

Spacious, no-frills bar with sports TV & cold beer, known for its Buffalo wings.

317 Washington St (Newton)

Street food-inspired small plates, many Asian-inflected, with a modern neighborhood bar scene.

328 Washington St (Brighton)

BBQ trays, Southern sides & inspired cocktails served at family-style tables in a welcoming space.

1381 Boylston St (Boston)

Airy dining room for inspired renderings of Spanish favorites, creative cocktails & large wine list.

700 Harrison Ave (Boston)

Chef Andy Husbands, big on the competitive BBQ scene, serves smoked meat trays with flair.

343 Congress St (Boston)

Romantic & charming spot for tapas, traditional Spanish entrees, sangria & flamenco shows.

1612 Commonwealth Ave (Brighton)

Fried chicken restaurant for Nashville hot fried chicken, waffle fries and biscuits.

1220 Cambridge St (Cambridge)

A small menu of farm-to-table New American fare is offered in a homey, tranquil setting.

71 Union St (Newton)

American fare with a chef's touch and 90+ beers on tap served in a sports bar setting with a patio.

91 Arsenal Yards Blvd (Watertown)

Counter-serve spot near Fenway Park from Mark Wahlberg & brothers with burgers & spiked milkshakes.

132 Brookline Ave (Boston)

Trendy sports bar featuring pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and cornhole, plus cocktails.

64 C St (South Boston)

Relaxed French restaurant with sidewalk dining, offering traditional fare.

25 Massachusetts Ave (Boston)

Italian entrees, pastas and snacks, plus cocktails and wine, in a small setting.

352 Hanover St (Boston)

If you're craving something seasonal without the fuss, Forage is a cozy farm-to-table spot where the menu shifts with New England harvests,…

5 Craigie Cir (Cambridge)

A menu focused on rustic Italian fare & modern cocktails in a lively setting with bar seating.

28 W Broadway (Boston)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

173 Border St (Boston)

Stylish food court featuring hip eateries, cocktail spots, and dessert shops, plus live music and events.

100 High St (Boston)

Destination for quirky New Orleans-inspired dishes by a local star chef, plus a lively lounge.

160 Commonwealth Ave (Boston)

Laid-back eatery offering burgers, wings and pizza, plus craft cocktails and beers.

9 Bowdoin St (Boston)

NYC-born and all about doing a few things really well, 7th Street Burger Newbury turns out simple, made-to-order smashburgers and fries…

267 Newbury St (Boston)

Counter-serve nook offering build-your-own-burgers & other old-school staples for breakfast & lunch.

100 High St (Boston)

Corner taverna with sidewalk seats offering a massive Spanish wine menu, plus tapas & paella.

999 Beacon St