Best Casual Restaurants in West Newton

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1. Ninebark

4.3

Awesome(75)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newton

Booked 11 times today

Ninebark is a full-service restaurant featuring New American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Our menu includes craft beers, wines, and cocktails, made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.

2. The Bluebird Bar

4.5

Awesome(110)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Newton

Booked 4 times today

Located directly across the street from the West Newton Cinema serving lunch, brunch & dinner. The Bluebird Bar features a thoughtful offering of delicious beer, curated wine, and superb craft cocktails. We spin vinyl records, and have 3 TVs for watching sports! Patio dining is available in the warmer months.Featuring $1 oysters from 3-5 DAILY!

3. MIDA - Newton

4.6

Exceptional(1563)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newton

Booked 24 times today

MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.

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4. Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut Hill

4.3

Awesome(5233)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Chestnut Hill

Booked 43 times today

Our two-story fish emporium elevates the 40-year legacy of our original location in Chestnut Hill (a few doors down from where we are now). Here we feature a large raw bar, open kitchen and glass-enclosed lounge. In warmer months, we retract the lounge’s glass walls and ceiling for drinking under the sun or stars. And we open our patio, overlooking Hammond Pond, for al fresco dining. Join us upstairs at our restaurant or shop our fish market on the first floor.

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5. Vinotta Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(748)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Waltham

Booked 9 times today

Dante and his team are the new-kids on Moody Street, Waltham but old pros in the Boston area. Dante has been cooking in his home town of Abruzzo since 1979. His passion for cooking grew as explored the all the flavors and recipes of the Adriatic Sea which surrounded him. We are excited to bring our skills to Waltham where we welcome old friends and invite new ones to Vinotta Restaurant.Vinotta Restaurant serves simple food made with fresh, wholesome, organic ingredients using locally sourced vendors. Flowing between classic and modern Italian favorites all made from scratch and sure to suit your palate. Domestic and imported wine selections to compliment food choices available for in-house and take out dining.

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6. Bar' Cino Watertown

4.7

Exceptional(418)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Watertown

Booked 17 times today

Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal spot nestled in the heart of Watertown Square with a lively bar and a menu that highlights the green & white of the Italian flag more than the red.A great crowd fills the space nightly - from neighbors, after work folks, and local professionals. Open nightly, plus lunch on weekends.

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7. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill

4.8

Exceptional(4737)

Price: Expensive

• American • Chestnut Hill

Booked 80 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

8. Buttonwood

4.6

Exceptional(950)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newton

Booked 14 times today

Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .

9. Branch Line

4.7

Exceptional(2576)

Price: Moderate

• American • Watertown

Booked 21 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!

10. Bianca

4.5

Awesome(704)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill

Booked 14 times today

Bianca is a modern American restaurant and bar in Chestnut Hill that specializes in wood grilling, wood fire pizza, and a variety of dishes inspired by global flavors and cuisines. Bianca means a clean slate, a virtual white plate primed for delicious expression and ready to transport you to far off places. From classic dishes done with care to the truly unique, Bianca presents a luxe dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere that is as comfortable as our own homes. Owners Chef Tim Cushman and Restaurateur Nancy Cushman are the husband & wife team behind James Beard Award Winning o ya and Hojoko in Boston.RESERVATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, notify 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid a $15 per person cancellation fee. Children 12 & under must have an adult(18+) at the table. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties larger than 6.Our patio is open seasonally. We do not take patio reservations, but will seat reservations at the next available patio table if requested.

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Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
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Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut HillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Chestnut Hill
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4.3
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Davidvip
Greater Boston •26 reviews
5.0
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The service was exquisite and made the whole evening very special. THe food was delicious as well.
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MIDA - NewtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newton
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4.6
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Robertvip
Greater Boston •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding venue with great serviced and a superb menu.
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Vinotta RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Waltham
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4.8
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Elizabeth
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent food and service. The staff was very helpful and conscientious about my food restrictions.
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The Bluebird BarPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• West Newton
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4.5
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Jon
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great atmosphere, food and drinks. Would go again
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NinebarkPrice: Moderate• American• Newton
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4.3

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340 restaurants available nearby

1. Ninebark

2. The Bluebird Bar

3. MIDA - Newton

4. Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut Hill

5. Vinotta Restaurant

6. Bar' Cino Watertown

7. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill

8. Buttonwood

9. Branch Line

10. Bianca

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