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- LLisaGreater Boston •11 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThis is the second time I've been and it was as good as the first time! This is such a great place, excellent food, great service, cool vibe, no one rushing you, can't recommend this enough, you have to experience yourself, highest recommendations!More infoLincoln Tavern and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• South Boston•4.7
- JJavierNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoPaula our server was phenomenal, she knew the menu cold and paced our meal perfectly. Food was excellent. Seating could have been more comfortable and the day we came the sidewalk outside the front door was an iceslick. Simple things that could have made a very good experience excellent!More infoRow 34 - BostonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fort Point Channel•4.8
- CCaitlinGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoThis place was amazing! I loved Buttermilk&Bourbon so I was very excited to try another restaurant from the same ownership. Citrus&Salt did not disappoint! The filet mignon special was to die for and the margaritas were some of the best I’ve had. Would definitely recommend and will be going again.More infoCitrus & SaltPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Seaport•4.6
- JJasonGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on 6 Dec 2024The food was really awesome and our server was awesome. Music was fantasticMore infoLoco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South BostonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Boston•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerNorthwest Florida •1 review5.0Dined on 3 Aug 2024Formage Wine Bar is a gem! Their baked Brie and escargot are simply delightful, offering rich flavors that perfectly complement their excellent selection of wines. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a relaxed evening. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy great food and wine!More infoFromage Wine Bar and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• South Boston•4.4
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Jutting out into Dorchester Bay, South Boston is an urban center that is home to both Dorchester Heights National Park and many of Boston’s working artists. This fusion of history and metropolis has made South Boston the perfect place for authentic American cuisine with an added dash of international spice. With options ranging everywhere from Boston’s famous clam chowder and exquisite scallops to the eclectic flavor of fried calamari, the restaurants perfectly blend tradition and travel. Whether you’d like a tuna pizza or beer cheese and pretzels, this historic suburb will make you happy you stayed for lunch.
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As of 27 Dec 2024 there are 36 restaurants in South Boston. Filter by ‘outdoor dining’, ‘romantic’ or ‘dog friendly’.
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