The Dubliner

★★★★☆ 4.1 (121) • $$

"When you're married to a Kennedy, you'll end up some night at an Irish place and this trip.... The Dubliner fit the bill. You walk in and immediately feel you're in Dublin. Every voice, every server and yes the Guinness pour is perfect. Started with Irish pigs in a blanket and Scotch eggs (fave) and split the Guinness beef stew. Just the right amount and great. So, great Irish atmosphere, fantastic service and true Irish food. 3 for 3!"

Yaz's Table

★★★★☆ 4.4 (519) • $$

"There's almost always a 20 to 45 minute wait here for brunch or lunch it seems. Now they have the cafe next door, which doubles as a lovely waiting room. Great addition!The teas were fantastic - we got the pistachio and turmeric tea. The food was great for the most part. Love the fusion of middle eastern and other flavors. Definitely unique in the area. My only constructive feedback: The donut holes were a bit too dense and doughy - would have enjoyed them if they were smaller. The brisket in the panini was too salty. The place was packed. It got incredibly loud at one point but calmed down after a while. Service was very good - no complaints there. Parking is easy - I'm usually able to find a spot in the lot."

Contessa - Boston

★★★★☆ 3.8 (557) • $$$$

"Second time I've been here and it did not disappoint. I really love this restaurant and they're very famous for their sweet potato carpaccio. I had the Bronzino, tuna Crudo and homemade pistachio ice cream and their Nutella cake. Amazing! This place is great for business lunches ,celebrations, and honestly any occasion. I've also tried the spicy lobster capellini which was divine!! The ambience is very 20th century retro 20s chic! Service was perfect!!!!"

Vinal Bakery

★★★★★ 4.7 (125) • $

"Excellent brunch meal here with friends. You have to go for the breakfast sandwiches. The fresh baked English muffins take it to the next level, along with other flourishes, and great combos of flavors. Noticed that they have specials. A couple of people in our party got a special sandwich- with egg and chorizo, on a special English muffin- potato chipotle. I imagine they were pleased- all the plates were empty. I got the Miss Maple- a maple butter cheddar and egg sandwich (love salty sweet) on the classic English muffin. They make the eggs medium, but you can request to have them made how you like. We also had a really good scone with lots of walnuts inside. The food is definitely made with care, including attention to all the ingredients. You can tell that they really like supporting local and are discerning (based on the jams, and products in the general store next door)."

75 on Liberty Wharf

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (424)

"A sleek, intimate semi upscale space with a large bar counter and a view of the Wharf. Nice! This restaurant was located just across the street from the Renaissance Hotel so it was super convenient for brunch. The brunch menu was awesome, offered something for everyone and it had a "sea" theme. Makes sense. For the land lovers, plenty of bacon/chicken proteins and salad options too. I found this place on Yelp and through my Google search so thanks everyone!The brunch was very generous in portions and the coffee was really good. I think I had two cups too many. My lobster Benedict, not what it's called but that's what it resembled, was delicious. Poached eggs and that Hollandaise sauce was the big finish. My kiddo ordered the breakfast Tacos and that did not disappoint. Don't tell me how many calories I ate, don't matter, it was worth it. Ha haCheck out my photos, nuff said. It's a must try. Reservations suggested only because it doesn't have a large dining room. But if you don't mind eating at the bar, then you're fine. Speaking of which, full bar and beautifully laid out. Too bad I couldn't partake. It was too early... Needed sustenance first. I didn't have a reservation but luckily I was there right at noon on a Saturday so it was fine. Then it got busy as we were dining."

Wagon Wheel Diner

★★★★☆ 4.1 (28)

"Back in the area visiting , after moving out of MA almost a decade ago. We miss the local Jewish delis and diners. Wagon Wheel is the real deal, brunch for champions and family members alike. We tried it all!Banana bread to start was spongy, warm, butter melted, and fresh.We ordered the special breakfast burrito, the Sunshine breakfast with challah French toast, eggs over easy, sides of corn beef hash, turkey bacon and sausage, a veggie Benedict, a tuna melt, & veggie omelette. Everyone loved the food. Service was friendly and quick. The coffee kept flowing. Ed & Ilene- bravo. A new solid staple for the Sharon community. We'll be back for family reunions now that my sister is a local resident."

Blake's Kitchen + Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (42)

"We walked into such a nice atmosphere nice fireplace very classy we ordered the nachos with the steak they were the best we ever had and such a big portion the steak was so tender delish next we had the burgers so bog and juicy best burger around the chicken wings fresh and crispy excellent this place is a must try you will not be disappointed"

Anna's Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (52) • $$

"The entrance to Anna's Cafe is up a flight of steps to the entrance which leads into their goodsized dining space. Head in and around the corner to the counter were you place your order and pay.After perusing their chalkboard breakfast and lunch (after 10am) menus, I decided to go with the veggie quesadilla $4.50.I settled myself at a table and they brought my dish over piping hot and accompanied by cool salsa and sour cream. The vegetables were colorful and retained a nice fresh firmness mingled with the hot melty cheese. It was a satisfying lunch, though perhaps a bite or two more than my appetite actually needed.Seeing as I enjoy having both sweet and savory at brunchtime, I appreciated seeing that they offer a french toast and hash brown combination for $4.75."

NU Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (245) • $$

"Menu is full of healthy, yet tasty options! NU Kitchen has a bunch of fresh smoothies, coffees, sandwiches, bowls and salads. But my favorite thing to get is the Acai bowl! Acai bowls here are legit and so good! I love how NU Kitchen is loaded with toppings so there is almost 1:1 ratio of topping to acai which never happens! I've tried the Oahu and Maui; both were good but I prefer the Oahu more. The cocoa nibs are bomb and plentiful. The acai is also creamy from the oat milk! Short rib torta was delicious. The short rib is super tender with great flavor, crunch from the light crunch of the bread, and slight heat from the peppers. The egg and avocado are a nice extra touch that goes together so well.Short Rib banh mi was an interesting take on banh mi, but quite pricey for the size and compared to a traditional banh mi. Prefer the torta more."

El Peñol 3

★★★★★ 4.5 (30)

"Since it's fairly new, I don't know if a lot of people know this place yet but it was fairly empty when we visited. Quiet and quick attentive service. I would say the prices range from fair to a bit on the pricier end -- would say this is like an upscale Colombian restaurant. For drinks, we got the lulu and papaya milk drinks -- both were SO creamy, well blended and delicious. The lulu milk was sour and sweet in a good way and the papaya was very sweet -- and I was glad you could taste the papaya. They have these milk drinks in other flavors like mango, passion fruit, soursop and more -- definitely will be coming back to try more!I was debating between three entrees so the waitress recommended us the lengua criolla. She mentioned it's softer and moist (you could choose between the criolla aka saucy/stew-like or the plancha aka grilled but she said plancha is a bit drier since it's grilled). Y'all, this did not disappoint!! Hands down one of my new favorite entrees that I would definitely order again. The lengua was moist indeed and I was surprised how tender they made this to be. The sauce was flavorful as well. My husband got their shrimp and beef picadillo -- the shrimp was really tasty and they gave a reasonable amount in it. The beef was good but a bit stiff. My husband came once before and he really enjoyed their grilled chicken the most and said he would definitely want to order that again (over the shrimp and beef picadillo dish). Lastly, for dessert, we tried their tres leches. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't say it's my favorite. Compared to other tres leches, it is drier and more similar to a normal vanilla cake. So far, my favorite tres leches in the Boston area is at Dona habana. Otherwise, this Colombian restaurant has a lot of wonderful gems that are worth trying!"

Murph's Place

★★★★☆ 3.7 (66)

"Local joint where I met up with my friend Brian for breakfast. Pretty busy for 10:30 am on a weekday, we got the last table before people had to start waiting.Our waitress was friendly and efficient, getting drink orders and then meal orders. Coffee was not great, perhaps a darker roast than my preference. Once cup with four creamers was about all I could handle.As for the breakfast, it was great. I had the "Norwood Breakfast" which was two nice sized pancakes with two eggs, two pieces of bacon and two sausage links. Other than an unnecessary dusting of sugar, it was cooked as requested and delicious. I scraped off the sugar and ate it all. The first pancakes I've had since I started keto two years ago but I'm on vacation this week.Overall, a good time at a nice local restaurant. [Review 15254 overall, 756 of 2021, number 1113 in Massachusetts.]"

Cobblestones

★★★★☆ 3.6 (48)

"A wonderful little Cafe for breakfast, lunch, or just a snack. Stopped in for a coffee during a morning rain. Got a latte with oat milk, and it was so well prepared. Fresh ground and ever so good. It definitely hit the spot.The staff was very friendly and kind. The offerings look wonderful and highly recommend it."

Henrietta's Table

★★★★☆ 3.6 (883) • $$$

"(Dine Out Boston, August 2022)It would probably come as no surprise that I love dining out. But why? To try things I couldn't make at home. If I can make something, it is about a new interpretation/execution. I also enjoy good service and hospitality. Case in point: breakfast: I am lukewarm about IHOP but adore The Farmer's Daughter (Easton, MA).At Henrietta's Table, the execution, interpretation, and service were on point! I absolutely want to make a return visit. That's five stars in my book - exceeded expectations and a desire to return. I had the opportunity to try the following:- Maine Rock Crab and Corn Chowder- Pig Under a Brick- Pie of the Day- HT GreyhoundThe Maine Rock Crab and Corn Chowder was excellent. It was hearty, savory, flavorful, and well-balanced. They did not skimp on the ingredients (esp. seafood) but did not go overboard. It also did not go too heavy on the salt or the sugar (as corn chowders sometimes tend to do).Pig Under a Brick was a surprising delight. While this resembles pulled pork, while tender, I typically look for sauce. Here, they used watermelon on top, and it was served on a bed of veggies. If enjoyed together, the veggies and watermelon combine stupendously, and the sauce seems like something best left at the BBQ. This is a terrific interpretation of pulled pork, coming from someone who is not a fan of watermelon!The Pie of the Day is not to be missed if you are even remotely a pie lover. The crust was spectacular, crisp, and flaky. Puts those supermarket pies to shame! The filling was terrific as well and was warm (IIRC). Really gave it fresh feelings. Ice cream was a nice touch, too, as a means of balancing out the warmth of the pie. Added some creamy notes as well!HT Greyhound was a well put together drink! It had good strength/booziness, a little sweet, a little tart, a little savory, and very refreshing! Gin isn't my spirit of choice, but this drink makes it work. Then there's the service! It was attentive, fast, and all-around very professional. Service doesn't usually make or break a place, but it is nice to be well taken care of when going out. Also, I miss the brunch buffet, and I wish Henrietta's Table would bring it back!"

Brickhouse Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (281) • $$

"We have come here multiple times for breakfast. They have a wide variety of breakfast foods. My favorite was the biscuits and gravy. And the staff there is always so accommodating and friendly."

Joe's 320 Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (164)

"Very nice spot for an casual, comfortable lunch. The dining area was so clean and well-lit. The crowd was busy, but not jammed in. I had the chicken breast melt. Served with thick, delicious strips of bacon and a generous serving of fig jam made this sandwich pop with contrasting flavors. The sides, coleslaw and fries were just what I wanted. The iced tea was so refreshing too!"

Andala Coffee House

★★★★☆ 3.7 (712) • $$

"This is such a cozy spot to work or meet up with friends. There are tables and mini couches throughout. I've only sat on the main level, but I think they have a downstairs as well. They have a bunch of seating, but it does get pretty busy on the weekends. While they're a coffee/café type place, they still have plenty of regular menu items. I also love that you can order an entire pot of tea.I've stayed here for a few hours at a time, so don't worry if you're looking for a place to stick around for a while. Perfect spot to hang out at on a cold winter day!"

Stephanie's On Newbury

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (1858) • $$

"I loved everything about Stephanie's from the food to the ambience to the service! Incredible all the wayFood: we ordered the cheesy corn bread for the table which was delicious. It came with maple butter which was absolutely delectable. For my main I ordered the mac and cheese lobster which was also amazing! Very heavy! I recommend splitting this with someone next time you are here. The lobster tasted so goodService: amazing and really kind waitress! She even helped split our checks down to dividing the price of shared items like the cheesy corn breadAmbience: this is right on Newbury with a beautiful view. Inside is big with loads of spacePrice: fair prices given quality and portion sizes!"

Martin's Coffee Shop

★★★★☆ 3.6 (310) • $

"Great neighborhood gem, exactly what we were looking for. Large breakfast portions with that old school ambiance. This is how I want my diners always! The service was quick and friendly."

The Joint

★★★★☆ 4 (106) • $$

"This place is a paradox -- all food and drinks is ordered through the Toast app. Its cumbersome to say the least. But we got through it. The service and food to table was slow. There is next to zero interaction with the one wait staff person. Other than to seat us and ask if we had questions. The food was good. She had a burger and I had a falafel wrap. The sandwiches were very good, the fries very good too -- nice crisp.The other part is this place is expensive --- entrees are almost $20, beers, $8. And thats a lot for a burger and a wrap. Would I go back, likely not. Do I think the food was delicious, yup hence the 4 vs 3 stars. Better options in JP for less money."

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (49)

"Heard of this by way of a recommendation from a bunch of people who had spent more time in the area. Super convenient and dependable coffee shop that is a small chain.I really love their aesthetics. The white tiles and pastry display was a total win. It was incredibly chic and pleasing. The restaurant itself was pretty clean and there was seating indoors and outdoors. The staff is kind but rush you as the shop is quite busy. Everyone is moving at a fast pace. I went twice and their service seemed very good but not focused on individual. One time the food and drink really quick for me, but slow for my friend (and I ordered second) and another time. It was slow for both of us but fast all around us. The first time I got a salmon and egg sandwich and it was huge! A bit too much of the herb dressing, Their croissants/bread is the centerpiece for sure. A little bit hard for a croissant, but overall great flavor and texture.The second time I got a pistachio croissant and it was not my favorite. Basically a croissant that was sliced open with some pistachio cream inside. I wish I had selected something else. While they are good quality, you can certainly tell that they are built for mass production.Cappuccino was delightful and they offer a variety of options for milk. Didn't totally love the iced coffee, but that's OK. It still hit the spot. Nothing to write home about but a solid choice.The outside area can become quite windy so be cautious. Also, the door is so hard to open that a few people almost tried to walk away and give up because they thought the shop was closed."

Butterfly Falafel

★★★★☆ 3.7 (51) • $

"Living on Mission Hill isn't glamorous. I don't generally feel safe at night around here. But I can't really complain about the food, thanks to Wan Convenience Store and Butterfly Coffee (or Cafe? The sign says Butterfly Coffee, but whatever)Located inside the T station, this place is sweet. The coffee is really great, the bagel sandwiches are really good for what they are (I'm not asking for New York quality bagels on my way to class!), and the muffins & pastries look tasty. There's always hippies working and lots of seats inside. Prices aren't bad at all. Also, I accidentally left my school books in here and (days later) they were safe & sound. Woohoo!"

Shy Bird

★★★★☆ 4.2 (75)

"Stopped by to get a bite and some work done on a weekday morning. The fried chicken sandwich was absolutely delicious - so juicy and crunchy. In terms of a place to work, it's a decent setup with good wifi and even printing. Lots of space to spread out and outlets everywhere. Outdoor seating as well if you want sun. It was empty the entire morning and started to pick up when the lunch crowd started coming in. The music and background noise wasn't too loud so you can take calls. The service was nice as they would check in on you but left you alone for the most part. They also have this special Work from Shybird set up that I didn't try out since I didn't need coffee and wasn't planning on staying too long. Seems like a good deal if you were planning on doing lunch and coffee anyways."

A J Tomaiolos Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (43)

"I love this place. My gf found this restaurant online so we checked it out last night. The vibe is really nice and relaxing. Anthony was our bartender and a nice guy. His family owns the place. The Valpolicella red wine is to die for. I actually ordered 2 bottles to go it was so good. I wish I had taken pictures of the food but I forgot. The Bruschetta was very tasty and a large appetizer. The Shrimp Scampi was delicious and a large portion. The house salad with the homemade Cucumber Dill dressing was also delicious. If you're looking for a hearty meal, this is your spot. I couldn't dine here regularly as I'd gain 100 lbs. in no time, but I could see coming here weekly for sure."

Mana Escondido Café

★★★★☆ 4.3 (115)

"Can't believe it was my first time here! It's a small shop that's very loved by regular customers. I came to grab a quick lunch and there were people in and out. It was clearly my first time, but one of the workers were very helpful with explaining to me the menu.I got a sandwich, a side, and a pastry for under $20. There are a few seating options.I loved the TRIPLETA SANDWICH. It has three meats- ham, roasted pork, and steak. SO GOOD. I love that instead of bread, it's with sweet plantains. They'll ask what kind of toppings you want, but I went with everything (lettuce, tomato, onions, etc). It's very messy to eat, so it comes with a fork that will be used shortly after a few bites. This is a great spot for lunch. There are some other things I want to try next, like their breakfast options (only 9-11am).Will be back to try more authentic dishes!!"

Grounder Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (43)

"Popped into Grounder Cafe while visiting Tufts. Saw the great Yelp reviews and it sounded like a perfect place for great coffee and a quick delicious breakfast. It did not disappoint! Loved the espresso, latte, iced coffee and their acai bowls. Great service, good pricing and delicious food. 5-stars!"

The Friendly Toast - Dedham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (218) • $$

"A solid brunch spot to meet friends. The interior is very fun and trendy. Food is solid and they have a good menu that's very food allergy friendly which is good. I ordered the chicken and waffles which are on the savory side. It's tasty but could use either more sauce or something as it's a little dry. Next time I'd ask for syrup. The spiked coffee flight was fun to split amongst friends. I only had the mocha one which was good but so strong I almost couldn't finish it oops. Overall not my fav food ever but convenient for friend meet ups and a solid meal."

Dudley Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (87) • $$

"OMG, so many baked good to choose from & so damn tasty!! Woohoo for pumpkin muffins & toffee cookies. I ended up getting a sandwich called New Edition as well & it was so damn good. The names are pretty interesting & done w/ serious thought. So great there are veg*n options.Yes you need to go here, like now."

Thornton's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.5 (641) • $$

Café Luna

★★★★☆ 4.2 (1812) • $$

"See, I don't typically go out for brunch mostly because I am not really a breakfast person but Café Luna is the place to go!The mexican corn omelette with home fries is amazing. We tried the chipotle chicken hash with truffle fries & eggs over easy for the first time. This was yummy and was different from our usual order of corned beef hash, though we liked the corned beef hash much more. Their drinks are banging, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Portion sizes are large, super filling, and the food always comes out quick. I totally recommend trying Café Luna, if you haven't yet!"

Kupel's Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.6 (527)

"Solid option for bagels, friendly service.Stopped here while in Brookline to get breakfast. There are sandwich options available or you can build your own bagel. I opted for a toasted everything bagel with veggie cream cheese. While the flavor of the bagel was great and it was overflowing with schmeer, it really wasn't toasted enough for my liking, which made the bagel was a bit chewy for my liking."

North Street Grille

★★★★☆ 4.2 (1247) • $$

"Food was great! Giant portions. We shared some dishes. For a family of 11 we were seated promptly. The feel of restaurant was cozy and in a brick building on a corner street. We had a variety of dishes which included blueberry pancakes, sweet and salty sandwich, french toast with raspberry and cream cheese, sausage/egg breakfast sandwich, banana bourbon french toast,uber full crudite french toast, crab omelet, lobster Benedict, breakfast burrito, chicken waffle sliders and A meat lovers omelet. We also had several coffee orders, cappuccino and soda orders. Our waiter gave us excellent service and kept the cups full."

Sandwich Works

★★★★☆ 4.4 (114) • $

"Love this place. Can't say enough good things, especially about the tuna sandwiches! Consistent neighborhood gem, has been around for years for good reason!!!!"

Daddy Jones

★★★★☆ 4.1 (224) • $$

"Came here for date night and my husband asked how we haven't found this hidden gem sooner! Our waiter was so great, service was excellent, food and drinks were delicious. The ambience was nice and loved their choice of music. We ordered the spanakopita, triple dip and rice/falafel large plate. All delicious! Can't wait to visit again."

Tu Y Yo

★★★★☆ 4 (511) • $$

"We don't often eat grasshoppers, but when we do, they are from Tú y Yo in Powder House Square. Also, my first time trying cuitlacoche (Mexican truffle also known as corn smut, an edible fungus, considered a delicacy) which was stuffed inside the mini cheese quesadilla. It was quite tasty! Great food, décor and service!"

Social Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (213) • $$

"Came in with a friend on the Friday night of Labor Day weekend, we needed dinner and drinks and she had been here once before (my first time). While 7pm on a Friday in Newton Corner can sometimes be crazy, we parked right out front but they have free parking in the garage if you need it.We sat at the bar (always fun and better people-watching!), I don't know the bartender's name but she had dark blonde/brown hair in a ponytail and glasses, she was very nice and had our great drinks ready right away. We both ordered cheeseburgers and the fries were AMAZING (herbs with butter, I think???). While my burger wasn't the medium-well that I ordered, it was so juicy and delicious that I didn't mind the pink at all (obviously, due to my empty plate).People came in and out all night, both from the street as well as the connected hotel. Great crowd, food and staff here so I will definitely be back!"