Marlborough’s best local businesses

The 309 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 20

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309 businesses across 14 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants118 places · newest: Bolton Street Tavern, Aug 20
• 02Beauty44 places · newest: Amalia's Hair Studio, Aug 20
• 03Shopping31 places · newest: Central Market Florist, Aug 20
• 04Entertainment10 places · newest: Apex Entertainment Marlborough, Aug 20
• 05Nightlife26 places · newest: Cunard Tavern, Aug 20
• 06Bakeries & Sweets13 places · newest: Spinelli's Pasta And Pastries, Aug 20
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage9 places · newest: Boston Building Resources - Reuse Center, Aug 7
• 08Health & Wellness7 places · newest: Encompass Fitness Center & Gym in Marlborough, Aug 20
• 09Arts & Culture12 places · newest: Post Road Art Center: Picture Framing & More, Aug 20
• 10Home & Garden7 places · newest: Monnick Supply, Aug 20
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts10 places · newest: Beacon Hill Books & Cafe, Aug 7
• 12Sporting Goods3 places · newest: DICK'S House of Sport, Jul 21
• 13Pets3 places · newest: Canine Clips Salon, Aug 20
• 14Cafes14 places · newest: An Nam Vietnamese Grill, Aug 20

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More spots

Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• Charles River Esplanade

  Parks & Outdoors

  Whether you’re craving an easy jog by the water, a guided tour, or live music that actually slaps, Charles River Esplanade keeps the…

  Storrow Dr (Boston) · esplanade.org ↗

• Fan Pier Park

  Parks & Outdoors

  Manicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.

  1 Courthouse Wy (Boston) · fanpierboston.com ↗

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