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A photo of Hojoko restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(989)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 18 times today
Hojoko is a rock n roll izakaya honoring the pulse of Japanese nightlife by serving sushi, robata grilled yakitori and street food small plates paired with craft cocktails, premium sake, wine, and beer. Located directly behind historic Fenway Stadium and walking distance from The MGM Fenway and The House of Blues, Hojoko is the perfect stop before any event. Dishes like our Wagyu Cheeseburger, Wasabi Roulette, and our 48-hour Ramens keep locals and travelers coming back. Several unique spaces in the restaurant make it the perfect place for a business dinner, birthday celebration, or event gathering space.
A photo of Grill 23 & Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8841)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Back Bay
Booked 148 times today
Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.
A photo of Abe & Louie’s - Boston restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(9318)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Back Bay
Booked 112 times today
Abe & Louie’s, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is the epitome of a classic steakhouse. The iconic establishment sets the standard for elegant dining with superior service, charm, and appeal in a timeless sophisticated atmosphere. Abe & Louie’s, known for premium steaks, serves classic dishes, fresh seafood, shareable sides, and an award-winning wine list. Abe & Louie’s offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.
A photo of Pammy's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2295)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Cambridge
Booked 24 times today
Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.
A photo of Buttermilk & Bourbon restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3482)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Back Bay
Booked 104 times today
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!
A photo of Bar Vlaha restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(840)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Brookline
Booked 99 times today
This is Greece. Bar Vlaha tells the story of the Vlach people, the founders of hospitality and Greek cooking. A nomadic group of shepherds who created and nurtured the roots of Hellenic cooking as we know it. Straying from the tried-and-true island cuisine, we're rediscovering Greek fare sourced from rural mountains, lakes and villages of Central and Northern Greece.Bar Vlaha captures the true soul of Greek cooking with rustic and nomadic traditions using charcoal and open fire gastra techniques. Locally sourced, regional and seasonal ingredients are combined with the warmth of old-world hospitality to bring the roots of Greek culture to Brookline.
A photo of MIDA - South End restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2793)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South End
Booked 56 times today
MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.
A photo of Select Oyster Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2561)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Back Bay
Booked 25 times today
Select Oyster Bar, the first solo venture from chef Michael Serpa, is a neighborhood oyster bar & seafood restaurant in the heart of Back Bay. Select offers fresh, local seafood with Mediterranean influences in a cozy brownstone space. A carefully curated raw bar, creative crudo, and thoughtful fish entrees round out the menu. A seafood centric wine program feature classic pairings as well as off the beaten path selections is the center of the beverage program, alongside artisan cocktails and craft beer. Food & Wine America's Best New Wine Bars, Boston Mag Best New Restaurant & Best Wine Program, Improper Bostonian Best Seafood.After 15 minutes past reservation time, we may seat your table. Please call us if you are running a bit late.If you do not find the time slot you are looking for, give us a ring 857-239-8064. Visit our website for more information on our reservations.
A photo of Deuxave restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5101)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Back Bay
Booked 15 times today
Deuxave is a neighborhood gem, offering a delightful dining experience with its American Nouveau Cuisine. It's highly praised for its variety and quality of dishes, as well as its relaxing and elegant ambiance. Reviews consistently highlight the superb food, attentive service, and the special feeling of being in a neighborhood restaurant. The restaurant is also well-loved for its unique location at the corners of Commonwealth Ave and Massachusetts Ave.
A photo of Sycamore restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2779)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newton
Booked 14 times today
Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.
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  • Kyleigh
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was incredible, the biscuits are a must have ! We also got the wings, brisket Mac and cheese, green salad, and the beignets. Everything was excellent. I highly recommend the heatwave for a drink if you like a little spice , very good.
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    Buttermilk & BourbonPrice: Moderate• Southern• Back Bay
    4.6
  • Neil
    Greater Boston •49 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My wife and I have been going to Abe & Louie’s on or near Valentine’s Day for many years. It is one of the last old school steak restaurants in Boston. Great service as always and our waiter, Chris was outstanding. We shared a beet and goat cheese salad - perfect. I had the 16 oz NY strip steak. OMG - it was fabulous. Home fries on the side are always a must. My wife had chicken with some crisp, chunks of potatoes. I admit to stealing a few pieces from her plate. Delicious key lime pie for desert. If you want a really good steak and nice service - go to Abe & Louie’s!
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    Abe & Louie’s - BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Back Bay
    4.7
  • R
    London •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Grill 23 on Valentine's Day was as spectacular as usual. We started out with the Seafood Tower, had a French Onion Soup, followed it with a Wedge Salad, and then the Rib Eye. Food was awesome as ever and the bread basket was filled with great goodies such as corn bread, raisin pumpernickel, and more. The extensive wine list provided a lot of choices and we started with a Paul Hobbs and ended with a Screaming Eagle.
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    Grill 23 & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Back Bay
    4.8
  • MaureenVIP
    Greater Boston •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    First visit to Pammy's to celebrate a b-day. Service was wonderful, thoughtful tips, frequent check ins, great energy. There were a few menu items that we needed to clarify before ordering as we were unfamiliar with items...but all part of the fun. The food was outstanding, I tried the lobster with squid ink gnocchi ...exceptional! The restaurant is kind of cozy...small floor plan with a communal center table. It all works, but if you have a larger group..book ahead to get one of the separate side tables.
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    Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
    4.8
  • Patrick
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 8 Feb 2025
    Ridiculously delicious! Hip atmosphere with excellently prepared dishes showcasing a variety of Izakaya-style Japanese cuisine. The Lomo is not to be missed!!!
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    HojokoPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Fenway–Kenmore
    4.6
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