The Most Scrumptious Restaurants in Boston

"Delicious empanadas, yummy crust, large too! Glad I found this place (via Yelp). Two thumbs up!"

"This place is truly amazing! They have got it all, the seafood dishes are fresh, flavorful, and plentiful. We started out with oyster rocafella, then seared salmon with mashed potatoes and asparagus , sword fish topped with jumbo shrimp and spinach , and grilled halibut with roasted carrots. We also got a coconut cream brûlée for dessert. The service was helpful and friendly. The place is a nice, casual elegance fell. I really look forward to go back again soon!"

"I got the shrimp curry (medium) and the bread, as well as mango lassi yogurt based drink and all were delicious. The owner was also quite pleasant and humorous, making the experience even better! Check them out, it's a nice spot (hint: they have a little bar too)."

"Dropped my Neice off at Driving school and peeped this place across the street. Walked in and the team working was busy filling a lot of orders. They greeted and I was asked by two separate people right off the bat if I needed help or ready to order in under 10 seconds. Props. The boss man was also teaching as his team was filling orders, the language was professional and mentoring as his team was receptive and very upbeat. It makes for a very good vibe in this spot.Moving onto the food I grabbed a custom pizza and some crispy flavored wings. Boss. wings are nice and crispy not soggy in sauce. Sauce was coated and didn't over power.The pizza looks amazing and smelled great, generous with topping and a very clean pie! not greasy! First bite had a good cheese pull, the slice held its shape well and I am stoked about this pie to share with my Neice and fam afterwards! Overall I am very happy I stepped into this establishment. Definitely found a gem in West Roxbury! Thumbs up familia! Great place to eat! don't hesitate to order!"

"Stopped by just before the 1 pm rush and got seated immediately. I had the buttermilk short stack with pork sausage and my friend had the turkey club. Had to ask for the air conditioner to be turned down (it was freezing, and I like it cold). Waitress accommodated request by adjusting the fin on the mini split. Thank you! Pancakes were HUGE and I love old fashioned sausage links. Took half home for later! Club was substantially sized as well. "Best fries I've had in my life" says friend."

"I feel like I just found a hole in the wall place that I desire everything. Rare to find a place I want to order A thru Z just for the heck of it. It a nice little restaurant with booth on one side and tables that can be arranged for groups. The decor is modern Asian chic, but under stated. Mellow vide where people come together with friend and family, and date to hang and enjoy. The staff is effective and gave us space. They always had a nice disposition and double checked. Hey, and my water was always full. We sat at the bar so we could survey the whole place. We been look for a good Thai restaurant to call home. We have a winner. I'm a lot more vegetarian lately. I wanted the Duck Curry, but went with an avocados tofu dish that was perfectly done. People in this neighborhood hoodLike the place too. Hive bags of takeout wereFlying out the door Will certainly come back to give these nice folks my money and appreciation. Will bring friend next time."

"Been here multiple times because the food is solid and drinks are on point! Great local business and ai love their business model of helping others with food. Will keep coming back for sure!"

"Pretty good spot. Drinks were great, ambience is the cool side of Amazon's home decor, hummus plate was pretty good. Prices are reasonable but on the high end.The service was fantastic. Down to earth, personable, and gave great recommendations for what to order. Highlights included their award-winning cocktail (I forget the name, I think it had elderflower? Maybe lavender?) and the truffle deviled eggs. We asked for the bacon in the side and received a generous portion. 4 stars for it not really pushing the boundaries much when it comes to the experience. I kind of expected more exciting things on the menu based on the look of the place online. Nevertheless, I was happy and would maybe go back if I didn't have anything else to try!"

"Very happy with our visit to Riceberry. We dined in on a Saturday night. Small dining area, cozy ambiance except that it was a little chilly inside. Service was attentive but not overbearing. For starters we ordered the crispy spring rolls and golden triangles (deep fried tofu). Both came with very yummy dipping sauces. For mains, we got the butternut squash curry with tofu and the ginger stir fry with chicken. The ginger stir fry had a nice assortment of veggies that tasted fresh but the sauce was just a little bland to my liking. The butternut squash curry was very good, no notes there. I thought the coconut curry sauce complemented the squash very well. Will definitely be back!"

"I came here with a small group on a Tuesday night to celebrate a friend's birthday after checking out the Tall Ship at the East Boston pier nearby. The Smoke Shop was a perfect place to hang out and we felt very welcome. The ambience is casual and low key and you can't beat the spectacular waterfront views! We even got to watch fireworks right outside the window.Since we had already eaten dinner elsewhere, none of us actually ordered BBQ (which is what they're known for), but we very much enjoyed what we did order. Two of my friends ordered the Carmelized Banana Bread Pudding, which was out of this world amazing!!! It was so smooth and creamy, and came with lots of whipped cream and cookies on top. I give that dessert 5/5 stars. One person actually ordered it the next day from Smoke Shop's Harvard Square location because it was so good! Another friend ordered the "Gooey Butter Cake- the crack," which was fine for a butter cake, but not as incredible as the banana pudding, which may be worth driving across town for. I ordered the Crispy Texas Spring Rolls off the appetizer menu as a snack. Our waitress said they are 4/10 on a scale for spiciness, but they were too hot for me. I asked for some sour cream to go with the spring rolls and was told they didn't have any, so she brought out some blue cheese dressing. I was pleased with the portion size. I got a large serving for an appetizer.Our server was attentive and friendly. I recommend The Smoke Shop and would like to check out their other locations. Next time, I will go there for a meal and order the brisket!"

"Delicious authentic Lebanese food in a small unassuming takeout shop. This is definitely the sort of takeout shop that is for RIC / PC / Lasalle students, it is quick convenient and affordable. The cheese rolls and spinach pies are my personal favorite orders, although the shawarma style chicken is also excellent. The service is great and the Zesty Bites team are so friendly. This has been a consistent takeout staple for authentic middle eastern food and I am glad to see this under-the-radar addition to the Providence food scene!"

"Great service, fair prices and above average food.The pizza was fresh and salty, the fries were crispy and hot, the stuffed mushrooms were great, and the drinks were strong."

"I like their milk tea and ordered it couple times, taste has not changed. The sweetness is just right and the price is reasonable . The service attitude is good."

"Have been going to Donut Villa for years & years, this past weekend we were craving breakfast and didnt want to get out of bed (The kids have the flu) and I just didnt want to cook - but being that breakfast is one of those things that cold it doesnt re-heat well, Eggs actually... But to our surprise everything showed up still warm, Eggs still runny as certain people love... Waffles, Pancakes - Everything was packaged all neatly in separate containers with sides & sauces and everything all neatly wrapped up. Food was great, just as delicious as in person which scares me because now I feel like this will be an every weekend event. Love their homefries - might be my fave from many places. You wont be disappointed, my only one take away - Benny delivery could have used more Hollandaise, so if thats your order - pay for the extra side!"

"Cambridge Commons is a local restaurant and bar with good service and nice ambiance. When in Cambridge visiting my sister it's always the place they default to. The food offerings are your typical bar type fare. I would say the food is average but the overall experience is always pleasant. We ordered some salads, chicken sandwich, grain bowl, steak fajitas and tater tots. The tots had a bit of a smokey taste to it and my grain bowl was very bland side, but all the ingredients were fresh. The rest of the group enjoyed their food, so I'm giving Cambridge Common a solid 4 star rating."

"Been to this place a lot of times. Good Pakistani and halal food. I love their breakfast buffet on weekends. Great for weekend halwa puri nashta. Their Nihari is great too. Place is cozy and clean. Service is good. This place caters parties and events too."

"I went with a group of friends who frequent this restaurant when they hit up the Encore Casino.We had an early dinner. The service and ambiance were impeccable. I tried the Pistachio Martini which was yummy. At the recommendation of my friends, I ordered the Bolagnase. It was flavourful and hot.I'd return to try more menu items"

"Oh Douzō... you were doing so well, and I was about to sing your praises! Then I made a "mistake"... I ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. That's when the experience took a nose-dive off a cliff. I initially ordered the Caterpillar Roll & Crunchy Roll. The Crunchy, while different than what I usually get, was fantastic. Crunchy and soft textures, and an interplay of savory, salty, and sweet flavors. The fireworks show that well-executed dishes should be. The cuts of tuna & salmon up top were very generous, so even though there wasn't fish inside, it worked for me. The cucumber added freshness, and the tempura and fried onion added crunch. Rounding it out, the mango sauce was not at all overpowering, lending a gentle sweetness. Meanwhile the roe added a pleasant, subtle salinity. The Caterpillar was a phenomenal iteration of one of my favorites: the eel/avocado/cucumber roll. While not as intricate and complex as the Crunchy, it still worked well. There was a fair amount of eel, which combined with the avocado and eel sauce amplified the soft, sweet, and savory flavors. The cucumber and spicy mayo, meanwhile, were subtle and not at all overpowering.The rice, up to this point, was high quality.Then, I made my "mistake." I was hungry for more and ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. Things went downhill a little, then a lot. First, the rice was mixed with scallions. Now, while I don't like scallions, I don't deduct points just because of personal preference. Where this roll went wrong is the sheer amount of tempura combined with a tiny piece of fish. Unlike the Crunchy, the fish was fully lost within. I brought this up to my server who offered to change it to one that is how they usually make it. Ok, great! I went for it. I ended up regretting my choice, especially since I didn't want to send something back a second time. What I was served reminded me of gas station sushi. The whole roll was a little limp and didn't look super-appetizing. Though, it's the taste where it really flopped. The yellowtail here was the kind that was pre-made: chopped, mixed with too much mayo, and stored in the fridge. Thus, a limp roll with a cold, bland, mayo-heavy filling, and nothing else. Especially after the Caterpillar and Crunchy, it left a bad taste in the mouth - pun very much intended. Finally, before I wrap it up (pun not intended this time), I have a few more points to share. Don't worry, these are positive!1. The service was excellent. It was speedy, knowledgeable, and attentive.2. The vibe is modern and upscale. So much so I questioned if I was underdressed, even though my daily attire is business casual.3. Their menu is fantastic in that there are pictures for most everything. Even with items I am familiar with, it was great to be able to visualize what I would be ordering before ordering it. It is due to their exciting menu that I want to give Douzō a second chance. However, one thing's for sure, I will be staying far away from the Spicy Yellowtail (or regular yellowtail, for that matter)."

"For a late dinner I decided to get some ramen at Menya Jiro. Arriving on Saturday at 9pm, the venue was almost empty, so I received seating immediately and made my order of chicken karaage ($8.5) and Sakurajima ramen ($15), both of which arrived within 10 minutes.The chicken karaage arrived with a spicy aioli - unorthodox for Japanese, but well-paired nonetheless. The karaage itself seemed to have a crisper breading layer than usual. I suspect it had been double-fried, which most places skip. This allows for a greater texture contrast. When the stiffer initial resistance finally gives way, it immediately brings you to the juicy chicken.The Sakurajima ramen arrived as a slightly spicy bowl with 2 pieces of chashu and garnish. The chashu and garnish seemed decent. Notably, the ramen noodles possessed a firm, al-dente texture. You could also taste and feel the alkaline hydration that went into the making of the noodles. Either they were made in house or sourced from a high-quality supplier. Otherwise, the broth itself had a light mouth feel (think shio ramen broth), but its flavor lay between shio and tonkotsu. While my initial description may not warrant 5* instead of 4*, I left impressed by some technical details, namely the double-fried karaage and the noodles."

"Never reviewed? Damn! Has been great with all their orders atleast in the last 2 years. The only place where I get my Rava onion masala dosa. The cauliflower 65(Gobi 65) was crispy and the chutneys(dipping sauces) they served were fresh. The tamarind one needs salt and a bit more zing but hey u can add salt on your own as you please :). A nice place to take care of my dosa cravings when am not in the mood to drive afar."

"This place is a solid 3.5. We had an early weekday dinner around 5:45 and there was no wait. It was a warm spring day, so the door was open but it was quite stuffy inside the restaurant. You order via the QR code on the table.We tried the large dry pot with meat and veggies, Dan Dan noodles, and wontons in chili oil. The dry pot was decent. Portion size was huge but we found that some of the ingredients were overcooked. The taro and fish filet pieces were super dry. Seems like they deep fried them before stir frying with the mala. You choose up to 6 'veggies' that you want and instead of tofu puffs they gave me wide noodles. Not sure if they just didn't have the tofu puffs or they made a mistake. The Dan Dan noodles had kick and lots of flavor and the wontons in chili oil was on the sweeter side which was a pleasant surprise. Overall, affordable prices for a decent meal. Not sure I would wait in line for this place but would come back to try other dishes. Don't expect any service, just flag down waitstaff if you need anything!"

"Can I give this place 10 stars? The food was DELICIOUS and filling. I ordered a chicken shawarma plate with tahini sauce on the side. The plate included fresh and perfectly seasoned chicken, rice pilaf, hummus and a lovely salad that was plentiful with cucumbers. The tahini sauce was a great addition and surprisingly, they don't charge extra for it! Oh my word, this plate filled me right up and left me so satisfied! Staff was super friendly and my meal was completed right on time to pick up as soon as I walked in the door (I ordered over the phone). I'm just overall super impressed, as I came here on a whim with a craving for Mediterranean. I will definitely be returning on my next trip into Worcester!"

"Experiences may vary. I quite enjoyed the enchiladas with al pastor- the meal was fresh and filling and huge/heavy, the meat was flavorful and juicy, and the Mexican rice and stewed black beans on the side were tasty and seasoned well. The tacos though had dry meat (various meats, including al pastor), like maybe they were under a heat lamp or something, and the refrieds were wayyyy too salty.We also tried the app sampler, which was nothing to rave about but not bad either: the cheese nachos were plain but the cheese sauce was flavorful, the elote was decent, and the chicken flautas were a bit on the burnt side but had lots of flavor. Mixed bag, but worth a try."

"Affordable, tasty, & Boston metro area aren't usually in any of my sentences together, yet for the quality of their food & service, 3 Little Figs delivers on all three!I had a scratch made biscuit breakfast sandwich and a brewed coffee for $10, which was a great way to start my day.Lunch sandwiches are $10 and looked delicious as well. I'll definitely return next time I'm in Somerville!"

"Wonderful food and even better service. This place is small, but welcoming. There isn't a lot of seating inside but they have a super cute outdoor seating area and there's parking! The guys who work there are really friendly and attentive with everyone who walks in. The menu is straight forward and the food comes out fast. Food was tasty and fresh. Seems like they make all hot food to order. We even got an order of loukoumades on the house! All the five stars reviews are well deserved!"

"Great pub with a nice outdoor seating. They have an extensive craft beer selection of craft beers on tap. Shepard's pie. Good Irish music playing in the background if not by a live band."

"It's nothing special, but The Cafe gets the job done...breakfast or lunch quickly. The muffins are pretty large, if you're okay with the carbs. The homefries aren't bad.The BLT and the pastrami are decent. It's Korean owned, so they have bibimbap and bulgolgi, which aren't amazing but it's good if you want a change. The chicken noodle soup, while full of vegetable and chicken, is over-seasoned.Service is fine and prompt, without being unfriendly. It smells like a greasy spoon, so I just do takeout."

"Fantastic food and service. The reviews I had seen did not lie. We had a delicious yellow lentil soup as well as a lamb and a beef platter. You'll love it too."

"Pho Station has finally opened in Wellesley Hills, in the former Crepeberry space across the street from the Wellesley Hills Commuter Rail stop. The place has a cozy inviting atmosphere with seating for around 20-25 people. The food preparation area is an open concept.I stopped by Pho Station for their soft opening and I sat myself at a table in the front window. The menu was very limited on soft opening. They offered three kinds of beef pho soups and a kids sized beef pho soup. The prices for the beef pho starts at $20. I went with the Delight-Pho ($20 plus tax) which came with bean sprouts, jalapenos, hoisin sauce and sriracha sauce on the side. My big bowl of Delight Pho was served very hot in about 11 minutes, which has two different beef cuts: thinly sliced steak and beef brisket, served with fresh herbs and vegetables-basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, red onion, scallion, jalapeño, lime, hoisin sauce and Sriracha. The broth had nice flavors and the thin slices of beef was very tender. After I was done, I was presented the check on a portable Square digital pay cube, which was $21.40 with tax and before tip. The restaurant is starting out slowly with very limited options and they plan to expand their menu as more staff is hired. I suggested a seafood pho should be added to the menu, which is my all-time favorite pho soup."

"Soooo glad to have another bagel place in Cambridge! The bagels were great quality--soft on the inside, with a good crust on the outside. Only complaint was that the bagels were on the smaller side. Love all the creative cream cheese flavors they had--the beet, dill, horseradish cream cheese had such good flavor (with an extra little kick from the horseradish). I haven't tried them yet, but they also have a variety of dips, pastries, and I think they cure their salmon in-house (!!!). The interior is super cute and well designed, in love with the branding for this place. I believe they have just started making full bagel sandwiches, but I haven't had the chance to try. Will be coming again to try more bagels and sandwiches!"

"Nice for a casual date. Noisy but relaxed atmosphere. Vegetarian options available. The appetizers are great and the portions are big. The drinks menu is extensive and they have refreshing mocktails available too. We recently tried the brunch menu which was very tasty. We've been here multiple times and have always been seated quickly. Servers were always nice."

"I heard so much about this place and I'm so glad I stopped by. I ordered the Fancy and added a hash brown. It was the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had! I did not get anything else with the sandwich but there were a ton of drink options. The inside is on the small side but there a few tables if you want to sit down and eat. The service was great and quick. There is a step at the door so watch out for that when you walk in. I'd definitely get another sandwich on a weekend morning."

"I wanna get the bad out of the way first: parking is a literal nightmare, and the service for weekend brunch is a little disconnected. But really, those are my only beefs. Our big ass starter of guac-meets-elote works remarkably well, especially on warm, thick, freshly fried tortilla chips. And I was a total fan of my fried chicken sando with hot honey and an okay slaw. I rubbernecked more than few boozy coffee drinks and the chicken and waffles that walked by, giving me a bit of FONOR (fear of not ordering right) but all the more reason to return. In an Uber. Because the parking is pure hell."

"This did the job for me. The flavors where there and it was served at the perfect temperature. Service was amazing and the seaweed salad was so good. Normal prices for Ramen. I do wish there were more options or even the ability to build my own. Maybe some seafood choices as well. But this quenched my need for ramen"