The best restaurants in Methuen

131 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Stachey's

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Established pizza place known for classic & specialty pies, plus calzones & oversized subs.

517 S Broadway (Salem)

Established pizza place known for classic & specialty pies, plus calzones & oversized subs.

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Old-school, counter serve featuring standard pies & slices, plus sandwiches & Mediterranean bites.

55 Berkeley St (Lawrence)

Old-school, counter serve featuring standard pies & slices, plus sandwiches & Mediterranean bites.

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Casual, pizza-led eatery serving hot roast-beef sandwiches as well as wings, subs and steak tips.

208 Sutton St (North Andover)

Casual, pizza-led eatery serving hot roast-beef sandwiches as well as wings, subs and steak tips.

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Longtime pizzeria known for roast beef sandwiches, pizza and subs.

3 Hampshire St (Salem)

Longtime pizzeria known for roast beef sandwiches, pizza and subs.

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Casual spot for pizza along with sandwiches such as steak and cheese, and salads.

1 Beacon St (Lawrence)

Casual spot for pizza along with sandwiches such as steak and cheese, and salads.

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Modern place with a wood-fired brick oven offering a wide menu of pizza & Italian comfort food.

419 S Broadway (Salem)

Modern place with a wood-fired brick oven offering a wide menu of pizza & Italian comfort food.

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Brothers Pizza

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No-frills establishment preparing a variety of pizzas, plus sandwiches, salads & pasta.

145 Lawrence St (Lawrence)

No-frills establishment preparing a variety of pizzas, plus sandwiches, salads & pasta.

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Informal Mexican eatery offering taco specialties, plus quesadillas and burritos.

121 S Broadway (Lawrence)

Informal Mexican eatery offering taco specialties, plus quesadillas and burritos.

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Vivacino

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Relaxed, upscale-casual option offering Italian cuisine & a full bar with a large martini list.

220 Sutton St #400 (North Andover)

Relaxed, upscale-casual option offering Italian cuisine & a full bar with a large martini list.

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Pronto Pizza

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Pizza joint serving up a variety of pies including stuffed crust, plus subs, and chicken tenders, in a casual setting.

65 S Union St (Lawrence)

Pizza joint serving up a variety of pies including stuffed crust, plus subs, and chicken tenders, in a casual setting.

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Pizza, subs and other familiar eats served in a casual environment.

311 E Haverhill St (Lawrence)

Pizza, subs and other familiar eats served in a casual environment.

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Casual pizzeria dishing up specialty pizzas, Italian subs, and other comfort food options.

79 Common St (Lawrence)

Casual pizzeria dishing up specialty pizzas, Italian subs, and other comfort food options.

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Amici's Pizzeria

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Family-run pizzeria serving pies and subs with gluten-free and take-out options.

15 1st St (North Andover)

Family-run pizzeria serving pies and subs with gluten-free and take-out options.

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Pizzas, sandwiches, and other comfort eats are available from this informal eatery.

39 Oakland Ave

Pizzas, sandwiches, and other comfort eats are available from this informal eatery.

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Standard, long-running pizzeria turning out New York-style pies, jumbo hot subs & classic pastas.

415 S Broadway (Lawrence)

Standard, long-running pizzeria turning out New York-style pies, jumbo hot subs & classic pastas.

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Family-operated pizzeria dishing up pies, subs, and sandwiches for takeout and delivery.

124 Lowell St

Family-operated pizzeria dishing up pies, subs, and sandwiches for takeout and delivery.

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Bada Bing

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Pizza and other standards round out the menu at this low-key joint with a full bar and TV sports.

32 Hampshire St

Pizza and other standards round out the menu at this low-key joint with a full bar and TV sports.

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Mano's Pizza

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Laid-back takeout spot offering pizzas (including Greek), grilled sandwiches, wings and more.

5 Haverhill St

Laid-back takeout spot offering pizzas (including Greek), grilled sandwiches, wings and more.

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Takeout spot serving specialty pies, sandwiches and calzones, along with wings, fries and more.

85 Swan St

Takeout spot serving specialty pies, sandwiches and calzones, along with wings, fries and more.

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Tacos Lupita

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No-nonsense counter-serve joint offering a modest menu of familiar Mexican favorites.

499 S Broadway (Lawrence)

No-nonsense counter-serve joint offering a modest menu of familiar Mexican favorites.

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Sunny Cafe

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Sushi burritos, poke bowls & more Asian-oriented eats in a simple cafe good for dine-in & take-out.

1000 Bennington St (Boston)

Sushi burritos, poke bowls & more Asian-oriented eats in a simple cafe good for dine-in & take-out.

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Woody's Pizza

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Relaxed restaurant offering pizzas, subs, and wings, plus delivery.

9 Barnes Ave (Boston)

Relaxed restaurant offering pizzas, subs, and wings, plus delivery.

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Relaxed cantina dispensing classic Mexican chow, plus creative margaritas & cocktails in warm digs.

964 Saratoga St (Boston)

Relaxed cantina dispensing classic Mexican chow, plus creative margaritas & cocktails in warm digs.

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

1012 Bennington St (Boston)

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

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El Vago Cantina

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Trendy Mexican restaurant offering tacos, enchiladas, and more, plus a lively atmosphere and live music.

179 Essex St (Lawrence)

Trendy Mexican restaurant offering tacos, enchiladas, and more, plus a lively atmosphere and live music.

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Mi Mexico Lindo

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Festive eatery offering classic Mexican meals & drinks supported by occasional live mariachi tunes.

5 Pleasant St

Festive eatery offering classic Mexican meals & drinks supported by occasional live mariachi tunes.

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Hearty Mexican favorites & specialty cocktails in colorful, hacienda-style surrounds.

1070 Osgood St (North Andover)

Hearty Mexican favorites & specialty cocktails in colorful, hacienda-style surrounds.

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Trattoria Amalfi

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Traditional Italian dining in a mural-filled backdrop with cozy booths & leafy, rustic accents.

385 S Broadway (Salem)

Traditional Italian dining in a mural-filled backdrop with cozy booths & leafy, rustic accents.

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Casual chain offering a broad menu of Mexican standards, including guacamole made tableside.

552 Broadway

Casual chain offering a broad menu of Mexican standards, including guacamole made tableside.

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Lively spot offering tacos, burritos, fajitas and other traditional Mexican meals, plus margaritas and other cocktails.

126 Merrimack St

Lively spot offering tacos, burritos, fajitas and other traditional Mexican meals, plus margaritas and other cocktails.

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Relaxed eatery serving Italian fare such as pizza, pasta and chicken parm alongside cocktails.

159 River Rd (Andover)

Relaxed eatery serving Italian fare such as pizza, pasta and chicken parm alongside cocktails.

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Tacos, seafood, birria, and other Mexican fare dished up in relaxed surrounds with cocktails.

311 S Broadway (Lawrence)

Tacos, seafood, birria, and other Mexican fare dished up in relaxed surrounds with cocktails.

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Cozy Italian deli featuring subs, pasta salads and Italian grocery items.

322 Merrimack St

Cozy Italian deli featuring subs, pasta salads and Italian grocery items.

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Italian comfort food, espresso martinis, and cocktails served in a casual spot with a vibrant atmosphere.

1268 Osgood St (North Andover)

Italian comfort food, espresso martinis, and cocktails served in a casual spot with a vibrant atmosphere.

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

86 Peterborough St (Boston)

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

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Flashy chefs prepare dishes on a grill at this relaxed eatery that also offers sushi & udon noodles.

97 Turnpike St (North Andover)

Flashy chefs prepare dishes on a grill at this relaxed eatery that also offers sushi & udon noodles.

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

150 Meridian St #150 (Boston)

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

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Limoncello

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

190 North St (Boston)

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

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

738 Huntington Ave (Boston)

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

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Casa Razdora

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

115 Water St (Boston)

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

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

283 Causeway St (Boston)

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

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Alma Cantina

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

15 Union St (Boston)

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

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Festive hibachi meals & classic sushi rolls draw locals to this sleek restaurant with modern decor.

368 S Broadway (Salem)

Festive hibachi meals & classic sushi rolls draw locals to this sleek restaurant with modern decor.

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

737 Huntington Ave (Boston)

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

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Sushi Today

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

1562 Tremont St (Boston)

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

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

131 Lexington St (Boston)

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

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Mario's

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

8 Perkins St (Boston)

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

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Penguin Pizza

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

735 Huntington Ave (Boston)

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

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

1514 Tremont St (Boston)

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

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Relaxed spot for Chinese and Japanese food such as sushi and hot and sour soup.

24 High St (North Andover)

Relaxed spot for Chinese and Japanese food such as sushi and hot and sour soup.

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

401 Park Dr (Boston)

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

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

424 Broadway

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Terra Luna

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Chic restaurant with a seasonal patio offering popular Latin-American dishes, wine & cocktails.

225 Essex St #1 (Lawrence)

Chic restaurant with a seasonal patio offering popular Latin-American dishes, wine & cocktails.

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Branch of a longtime chain of informal Italian restaurants dishing up red-sauce standards.

131 River Rd (Andover)

Branch of a longtime chain of informal Italian restaurants dishing up red-sauce standards.

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IHOP

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

528 S Broadway (Salem)

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

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Pressed Cafe

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Laid-back chain serving coffee and espresso, burritos and smoothies, plus salads and grain bowls.

222 Winthrop Ave (Lawrence)

Laid-back chain serving coffee and espresso, burritos and smoothies, plus salads and grain bowls.

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Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.

145 Turnpike St (North Andover)

Upscale bar & grill chain featuring an extensive menu of American fare in a stylish dining room.

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Karma in Andover

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Casual restaurant offering modern sushi & Korean, Chinese & Thai dishes.

209 N Main St (Andover)

Casual restaurant offering modern sushi & Korean, Chinese & Thai dishes.

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

383 Congress St (Boston)

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

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

73 Pleasant Valley St

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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The Barking Crab

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

88 Sleeper St (Boston)

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

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Craving a cozy, no-fuss breakfast that still surprises you? Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant runs on hearty American staples with delightful…

162 Salem St (Boston) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Craving a cozy, no-fuss breakfast that still surprises you? Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant runs on hearty American staples with delightful twists, from the Supreme Omelet and Eggs Benedict to Brazilian hits like the X-Tudo and mariscada, plus cappuccinos and chocolate chip waffles if your sweet tooth shows up early.

From the Boston newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Umami Crudo

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Umami Crudo is Chef Gary Lei’s fine-dining Japanese spot, sister to Umami Omakase, turning out pristine sashimi, meticulously crafted…

78 Salem St (Boston)

Umami Crudo is Chef Gary Lei’s fine-dining Japanese spot, sister to Umami Omakase, turning out pristine sashimi, meticulously crafted omakase sushi sets, creative rolls, and refined Japanese tapas that actually surprise you. Plan a midweek treat this week and let the menu show off its global meets Japanese magic.

From the Somerville newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Tasty Burger

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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)

Tasty Burger keeps it simple in the best way, grilling flat-patty burgers from quality American beef that hit the spot without the fuss. Craving convenience? Order online to skip the line, then enjoy that old school burger-joint vibe on a short hop from Newton.

From the Newton newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Hojoko

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

1271 Boylston St (Boston)

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

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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)

Lotus Test Kitchen keeps it simple and seriously tasty with Tokyo Style Teriyaki, Korean BBQ, and Acai bowls built with freshly grilled proteins, vibrant veggies, and your choice of rice or noodles. Grab a handcrafted drink, eat well, then get back to bossing your day.

From the Boston newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Cafe Bonjour

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

55 Temple Pl (Boston)

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

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

123 Stuart St (Boston)

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

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

222 Newbury St (Boston)

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

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Mmmac N' Cheese

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

1 Faneuil Hall Market Pl (Boston)

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

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Saltie Girl

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

279 Dartmouth St (Boston)

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

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Pizzeria Rustico

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

85 Canal St (Boston)

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

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

10 District Ave C10 (Boston)

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

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

1100 Boylston St (Boston)

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

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

541 Tremont St (Boston)

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

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Yvonne's

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

2 Winter Pl (Boston)

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

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

160 Brighton Ave (Boston)

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

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Mamma Maria

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

3 N Square #1 (Boston)

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

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Sweet Cheeks Q

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

1381 Boylston St (Boston)

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

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Estragon Tapas

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

700 Harrison Ave (Boston)

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

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

343 Congress St (Boston)

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

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Wahlburgers

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

132 Brookline Ave (Boston)

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

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Cafe sauvage

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Relaxed French restaurant with sidewalk dining, offering traditional fare.

25 Massachusetts Ave (Boston)

Relaxed French restaurant with sidewalk dining, offering traditional fare.

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Little Sage

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

352 Hanover St (Boston)

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

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Fox & The Knife

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

28 W Broadway (Boston)

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

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Wingstop

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

173 Border St (Boston)

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

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

100 High St (Boston)

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

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

160 Commonwealth Ave (Boston)

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

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

9 Bowdoin St (Boston)

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

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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)

NYC-born and all about doing a few things really well, 7th Street Burger Newbury turns out simple, made-to-order smashburgers and fries that hit crispy, melty, repeat. Minimal menu, maximum flavor, so add it to the this-week rotation when you want a reliable, no-fuss burger fix.

From the Boston newsletter, August 10, 2026

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

100 High St (Boston)

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

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Pho Basil

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A bright, minimalistic eatery with a mix of Thai & Vietnamese dishes, spiced to order.

177 Massachusetts Ave (Boston)

A bright, minimalistic eatery with a mix of Thai & Vietnamese dishes, spiced to order.

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Boston Sail Loft

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Waterside maritime mainstay with floor-to-ceiling windows & seafood staples, plus bar scene.

80 Atlantic Ave (Boston)

Waterside maritime mainstay with floor-to-ceiling windows & seafood staples, plus bar scene.

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Easygoing restaurant with harbor views serving oysters, seafood specialties & steak, plus cocktails.

300 Pier 4 Blvd. Retail Space 2 (Boston)

Easygoing restaurant with harbor views serving oysters, seafood specialties & steak, plus cocktails.

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Picco

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Casual, welcoming neighborhood pick for thin-crust pizzas, homemade ice cream, wine & beer.

513 Tremont St (Boston)

Casual, welcoming neighborhood pick for thin-crust pizzas, homemade ice cream, wine & beer.

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Jiro‘s Sushi

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Compact spot for sushi and sashimi dishes, served fresh and presented with pride.

32 Kneeland St (Boston)

Compact spot for sushi and sashimi dishes, served fresh and presented with pride.

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Intimate spot for classic Italian fare, with old-world charm & an enclosed rooftop dining area.

286 Hanover St (Boston)

Intimate spot for classic Italian fare, with old-world charm & an enclosed rooftop dining area.

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Lively eatery with a bar known for gourmet burgers, milkshakes and cocktails, plus patio seating.

99 Blackstone St (Boston)

Lively eatery with a bar known for gourmet burgers, milkshakes and cocktails, plus patio seating.

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Sushi @ Temple Records is keeping it simple and excellent, turning in-season local catch and fish flown direct from Japan into clean,…

11 Temple Pl (Boston)

Sushi @ Temple Records is keeping it simple and excellent, turning in-season local catch and fish flown direct from Japan into clean, confident bites. If your week needs an instant upgrade, slide in for pristine bites of sushi and let the chefs steer you right.

From the Boston newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Via Cannuccia

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Bakery, trattoria, and pizzeria whipping up Italian mains, including risotto and lasagna.

1739 Dorchester Ave (Boston)

Bakery, trattoria, and pizzeria whipping up Italian mains, including risotto and lasagna.

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Blue Ribbon BBQ

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Local counter-serve chain dishing up Southern BBQ fare in a casual space with a vintage vibe.

401 Park Dr (Boston)

Local counter-serve chain dishing up Southern BBQ fare in a casual space with a vintage vibe.

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Saigon Fusion

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Casual, homey joint for Vietnamese staples including pho, banh mi and spring rolls.

201 Massachusetts Ave (Boston)

Casual, homey joint for Vietnamese staples including pho, banh mi and spring rolls.

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Phở Pasteur

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Quick-serve spot for oversized bowls of Vietnamese noodle soup & traditional entrees.

682 Washington St (Boston)

Quick-serve spot for oversized bowls of Vietnamese noodle soup & traditional entrees.

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Tiny spot for hefty plates of American fare, popular for weekend brunch (dinner served most nights).

229 North St (Boston) · ✓ checked Aug 12

Tiny spot for hefty plates of American fare, popular for weekend brunch (dinner served most nights).

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New England fare & bars on 2 floors in a historic building with clubby decor & modern touches.

131 State St (Boston)

New England fare & bars on 2 floors in a historic building with clubby decor & modern touches.

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Fresh, flavorful and beautifully prepared beef and pork are sizzled by staff at this contemporary eatery.

1414 Commonwealth Ave (Boston)

Fresh, flavorful and beautifully prepared beef and pork are sizzled by staff at this contemporary eatery.

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Snug corner storefront serving handmade pastas & raviolis (with a variety of fillings) to go.

1528 Tremont St (Boston)

Snug corner storefront serving handmade pastas & raviolis (with a variety of fillings) to go.

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Sunny Girl

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Counter-serve stop focused on egg sandwiches on homemade English muffins, plus lunch staples.

252 Commercial St (Boston)

Counter-serve stop focused on egg sandwiches on homemade English muffins, plus lunch staples.

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Mariel

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Upscale venue for Cuban specialties and craft cocktails served in dreamy, elegant surroundings.

10 Post Office Square #120 (Boston)

Upscale venue for Cuban specialties and craft cocktails served in dreamy, elegant surroundings.

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Toro

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Small, stylish spot from Chef Ken Oringer serves up celebrated tapas, cocktails & Spanish wines.

1704 Washington St (Boston)

Small, stylish spot from Chef Ken Oringer serves up celebrated tapas, cocktails & Spanish wines.

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Casual restaurant spotlighting authentic Dominican cuisine, including rice and beans, guisado, and chicharron.

3094 Washington St (Boston)

Casual restaurant spotlighting authentic Dominican cuisine, including rice and beans, guisado, and chicharron.

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Carmelina's

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Slide into Carmelina's for Sicilian comfort food with a Mediterranean twist, where fresh pasta and seafood lead the way and portions are…

307 Hanover St (Boston)

Slide into Carmelina's for Sicilian comfort food with a Mediterranean twist, where fresh pasta and seafood lead the way and portions are gloriously generous. Open kitchen energy and warm-weather open-air vibes make it feel homey and intimate, perfect for a midweek treat that turns into story-worthy leftovers.

From the Boston newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Noodle soups & other Vietnamese dishes in a bright corner space with plants & colorful banquettes.

1356 Dorchester Ave (Boston)

Noodle soups & other Vietnamese dishes in a bright corner space with plants & colorful banquettes.

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Daytime deli serving bagels, breakfast items, salads & sandwiches, including Reubens & house combos.

101 Arch St #150 (Boston)

Daytime deli serving bagels, breakfast items, salads & sandwiches, including Reubens & house combos.

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Regina Pizzeria

Restaurants

Circa-1926 local chain for thin-crust, brick-oven pizzas in a no-frills setting.

11 1/2 Thacher St (Boston)

Circa-1926 local chain for thin-crust, brick-oven pizzas in a no-frills setting.

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Pazza on Porter

Restaurants

Colorful restaurant with a relaxed vibe serving standard burgers, pastas, brunch & mains.

107 Porter St (Boston)

Colorful restaurant with a relaxed vibe serving standard burgers, pastas, brunch & mains.

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Sophisticated spot in the Fairmont for farm-to-table American eats, craft drinks & hobnobbing.

138 St James Ave (Boston)

Sophisticated spot in the Fairmont for farm-to-table American eats, craft drinks & hobnobbing.

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Sonsie

Restaurants

Enduring, classy bistro with eclectic menu & wine cellar known for brunch, plus Newbury Street view.

327 Newbury St (Boston)

Enduring, classy bistro with eclectic menu & wine cellar known for brunch, plus Newbury Street view.

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Douzo Sushi

Restaurants

Trendy, bustling Japanese restaurant serving sushi & cocktails in a modern, loungey space.

131 Dartmouth St (Boston)

Trendy, bustling Japanese restaurant serving sushi & cocktails in a modern, loungey space.

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