The Blarney Stone

★★★★☆ 3.6 (245) • $$

"Honestly, I'd give this place three stars for mediocre food and cocktails, but since it's near my apartment, ain't crowded, and generally clean, I'd give it an additional star. Blarney Stone is few feet away from the Fields Corner station. Location is safe, and many times I have walked to and from late at night.I've had their loaded french fries, Blarney burger, and loaded nachos. All tasted okay, but they taste better after few drinks in. And their cocktails... Not worth it, especially for the price I paid for. Each mixture didn't run smoothly on my tongue, so I just opt in for conventional drinks like vodka and cranberry because you can't screw those up.I came here a lot, and each dining experience was lacking (e.g. unsatisfying food and drinks), but the time alone at the bar after a long day at work was satisfying and very much needed. Bartenders were friendly and socially aware. They can tell which customers are down to talk but also recognize which ones want to be left alone.One other complaint I have is they don't do a great job at letting others know when they're closed for private events. One time, I called to make sure that they're opened, but they weren't answering. I just assumed that they were busy, so I headed over there and turned out that they're closed for a private event. I wish they had posted this on social media or even mention it in their voicemail so that people don't waste their time getting there only to be turned away."

Seapoint Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (57)

"Volo hosts cornhole here upstairs. Staff are nice, upstairs is a big space for events but does have a chandelier in the middle causing an issue for Cornhole....if ordering a pint, we've had the wrong beer (or bad beer?) served, so I'd stick with cans. I had a pizza which was greasy in the best way. I'm sure some will say it's too much cheese because it pulls off the bread, but that's fine by me"

Hobson's Bar & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (12)

"Loved this place!! I had the bar steak which was amazing! Next time, I will ask for the blue cheese butter on the side so I can choose how much I want of its deliciousness. Nolan whipped up a fabulous dessert martini just for me and was simply delightful as my truly attentive bartender! I'm in the area weekly and Dan was so welcoming that I will be back!"

Mazatlan

★★★★☆ 4.1 (64)

"So this is a new Mexican restaurant they've been open almost a year now so I thought I would stop by and give them a try the food was very good the service was great however the prices are on the high side you can walk out of there by yourself easily spending over $50 but the pricing is consistent with the restaurants in that area so I would definitely recommend but just be prepared for the sticker shop"

Momosan Morimoto

★★★★☆ 3.8 (164) • $$

"Initially I had gotten Momosan Morimoto confused with the sushi restaurant "Morimoto", but I learned that Momosan Morimoto offers ramen, nonetheless, this spot inside TD Garden's Hub Hall did not disappoint!We started off with the signature sticky ribs. They had great flavor. One thing I would have liked was if the ribs had arrived hotter, as they were already warm-ish cold when it was served to our table.I got the spicy tan-tan ramen and I loved it. It was delicious! The flavors for it meshed very well. The spicy dandan brothless ramen was also amazing. I would definitely come again !"

Viale

★★★★☆ 4.1 (358) • $$$

"Wow... haven't had a meal this delicious in a long time! Cannot stop thinking about it, I'm going to have to come back. Drinks: they have a very short cocktail list, but there wasn't one I didn't like. Do not skip the clockwork orange! I typically don't like whiskey but this was incredible- a favorite by a long shot. It has a slightly spicy aftertaste. The fiore rosso was refreshingly sweet and not too heavy on the florals. Food: omg. The saffron lumache is to DIE FOR! Generous on the clams/shrimp, pasta shape is so fun, and the garlic white wine sauce is perfect- not too heavy or overly garlicky- 100% would reorder this dish. As for apps, the shaved brussel sprouts were the best I've had (whatever sauce they're in is delicious) but I wouldn't call it a salad. The meatballs were decent, but my friend did not like them. If anything, I'd subtract half a point for service- our waitress wasn't the friendliest, and drinks took forever to come out. There was also a large delay between appetizer delivery which I thought was strange, but the main dishes were delivered timely."

Kestra

★★★★☆ 3.9 (27)

"If you're staying at the Omni or across the road at the convention center, get here early for lunch. Food:My husband tried the fish stew (which he gave the thumbs up to) and I had the mezze platter. I was impressed with the combination of flavors and the presentation of both dishes. Not cheap, but totally worth it.Service:Vincent was lovely. He had everything down to an art and had no problem looking after the rush of people that kept coming in waves from the convention center.Ambiance:Classy, calm, and collected - even with the surge of people arriving to try and be seated. Kestra's dining area isn't very large in size, but it's cozy and intimate, even with it being so close to the front lobby of the hotel. We had no choice but to sit at the bar as all the tables were full, but I'm glad we did as Vincent took good care of us. A solid 5/5, would definitely come back."

Sulmona

★★★★☆ 3.9 (344) • $$

"Wow, I was pleasantly surprised by what a good lunch I had here! If I could find anything to nitpick, it would just be that the server didn't check in on us as frequently as I would have wanted them to. It took us a while to order and a while to pay the check, because we couldn't find someone to help.First off, Sulmona was decorated for the holidays and it looked so nice indoors. I loved the natural lighting and how open it was. I ordered the spaghetti and a side house salad. The spaghetti portion was small, but the side house salad was huge! Made me wonder how big the actual entree size is. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly al dente (how I like it). And the house salad was delicious as well! Would def recommend this combo for lunch / I would love to come back for dinner next time!"

Hola Restaurante & Tequila Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (179) • $$

"We had such a lovely, relaxing meal here tonight -- our waitress was so careful to get our order correct and checked with us diligently to make sure we were happy, everything came out perfectly, and I was pleasantly surprised that the salsa was heavy on the oregano and to see a San Miguel photo on the wall! Margaritas were thirst quenching but not too sweet which we appreciated, and I always love a place that serves cochinita pibil on a banana leaf. The tortilla cups were charming and perfectly crunchy. Thanks for a wonderful date night!"

French Quarter

★★★★☆ 4.2 (291) • $$

"We made reservations for The French Quarter in Boston. When we arrived, the place was packed, and it took a few minutes to be seated. Once seated, our waitress came to take our drink orders. I asked for the spirits list, but three of the items I requested were unavailable. I recommend updating the menu to reflect available items and include prices for each spirit.Additionally, our waitress was not very attentive. Several times we asked for something, but she ignored us and walked away. It was unclear whether she was too busy or simply didn't care about our requests.I ended up having just a single beer since none of the whiskeys I wanted were available. My group ordered the Jambalaya, burger, chicken sandwich, cornbread, and crawfish. They said the food was good but perhaps overpriced. We were a group of eight and split the bill, which included a 20% automatic gratuity. While I understand the policy, the subpar service should have been taken into consideration."

Sweet Cheeks Q

★★★★☆ 3.6 (1778) • $$

"When you live in RI, are binge watching Tournament of Champions and are heading to Boston... you head to Sweet Cheeks Q!Tiffani Faison's BBQ joint is the real deal. First off, sheik country vibe. LARGE mason jars of sweet tea (which were pretty tasty) and the Dolly Parton themed bathroom with a sticker machine?! Yes! Tiffani has won me over. Also- super cool that the TOC season 3 belt is here and on display.Then the food- The biscuits are large and in charge! Well worth getting and trying that honey butter. The pork belly was tasty but the real winner was the fried chicken! Super crispy but moist! Delicious! The pickles- what do they do to them? LOVED THEM! (We guess that there was mustard seed on them?) The mac and cheese was ok and the broccolini cheese casserole was tasty!Bottomline- I want to go back and try more on the menu. True score: 4.5SHOUT OUT to our waiter Stevie- Super funny and informative! Thanks for a great visit!"

Anchovies

★★★★☆ 4 (461) • $$

"Came here for drinks on a Friday night. It's a pretty small venue if you're just there for drinks so keep that in mind. The drinks, however, were awesome! Any drink that comes in a martini glass they give you the rest of the shaker too so it's a great deal. The bartenders were very friendly and the vibes were great."

Lookout Rooftop

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (339) • $$$

"Such a fun place if you're looking for a night out with friends with views of the city and no cover charge! I feel like this place is more for getting drinks and chatting with friends enjoying the overall ambiance together which makes it a lot more chill but still fun! It's part of a hotel so make sure you go through the lobby first and then up the elevators! Would recommend checking it out!"

90 Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (58) • $$

"Updating my review yet again because I can't say enough good things about this place. Brandon, the bartender, is what makes this place so good. He makes the best cocktails and is such a pleasure to talk to. He can make any drink and always remembers what we typically order."

Hobgoblin Bar

★★★★☆ 3.8 (68)

"Great vibe for date night and hangout with friends. Basement floor has live music. Front desk host was super nice and friendly However, the drinks were bad (had several cocktails, all too sweet). The margarita was not bad"

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."

Antonio's Cucina Italiana

★★★★☆ 3.5 (399) • $$

"Absolutely love this place!Each and every time we go to Mass Eye we enjoy Antonios.Excellent food and service. $15.00 for veal parmigiana lunch and chicken Caesar salad was delicious. Because of appointments we have enjoyed this place 3 times recently. Try it you like it We've been coming back for years....."

Aquitaine Chestnut Hill

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (259) • $$$

"*lunch pick up*The new renovations look great. Seems more spacious and light and also outdoor seating (only open for a couple more weeks). They have a nice high privacy bush/fence and space heaters outside.The turkey club was good and I really liked the herb aioli, wish there was but more turkey in there but was full on half the sandwich. It traveled very well and didn't get soggy. LE TURKEY CLUBOven Roasted Turkey, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Herb Aioli, Hand Cut Fries$15.75Not sure when they started serving lunch but it's open 11:30- 3:00 mon - sat Just saw this on their site. I didn't get the dessert but ...maybe it's dinner only? "Please call and place your take-out order directly at 617-734-8400 and receive a COMPLEMENTARY DESSERT with your order. "Lots of parking but it's always pretty full in front."

The Tip Tap Room

★★★★☆ 4 (829) • $$

"This place is absolutely awesome. I would definitely visit the Tip Tap room frequently if I lived in the area.We were the first ones there; we arrived shortly after they opened (no reservations). They have an awesome, diverse menu with a ton of great beer choices. I was planning on trying one of the brews, but someone started with a Bloody Mary and we all followed suit. My friends had a beer chaser and were happy with their choices.I had a veggie burger that was absolutely delicious. Rave reviews on everything else including our awesome, engaging server. It got very busy quickly with large parties that had reservations. Definitely go here."

Tessie's bar & kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51)

"What a pleasant surprise to stop in this bar on Saturday for a quick lunch! The place is pretty and clean, we had a great chat with the waiter and they seems ro be known for their burgers. We got the Tessie Burger and another build up on an iceberg with blue cheese. The meat was fresh and tasty, the iceberg with Tessie sauce was delicious and refreshing! The coleslaw was crunchy a not too sweet like others, i did enjoy it! Service was fast!will defined come back!"

Tradesman Coffee Shop & Pizza Bar

★★★★★ 4.6 (86) • $$

"Great place that's very large that's part restaurant part bakery part coffee shop. Staff is nice, food tasted great, and it came out in a timely manner."

Hunter’s Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (115) • $$

"Hunter's Kitchen is a true gem, offering an unparalleled experience in Southern comfort cuisine that deserves a 5-star rating for its food. The star of the show is undeniably Lambo's Gumbo, a flavor-packed delight that strikes the perfect balance of spice and heartiness. The combination of sausage and seafood in this gumbo is a culinary masterpiece, creating a comforting and soul-warming dish that leaves a lasting impression! I'm actually writing this review as I indulge in a bowl right now. It's the kind of meal that brings a smile to your face and warmth to your soul.Beyond the outstanding food, I love the concept of the cabin interior, which is a true escape from the hustle and bustle of Boston. The rustic charm and cozy atmosphere transport you to a different world, creating a dining experience that feels like a getaway. The attention to detail in the cabin decor adds to the overall ambiance, making it a perfect setting for indulging in comforting and flavorful Southern dishes.Why I couldn't give this place a 5-star rating is for the outrageous lines and wait times on Sunday. Even when the place is clearly not at capacity, there always is a wait..."

Blue Ribbon Brasserie

★★★★☆ 4 (40)

"We came here for a special occasion and had the back room, which was perfect for our party of 12. Service was excellent. Food was very good as well. Ordered tons of appetizers for the table such as the ribs, calamari, and Brussels sprouts. I think they were all okay. On the server's recommendation, I had the fried chicken which comes with collard greens and mashed potatoes with gravy and a cup of honey. So good! You get half a chicken battered and fried just right to be juicy and crunchy. The chicken skin really makes it. The duck sandwich was huge and the duck breast looked good too. We ordered a bunch of dessert to share including the chocolate bruno - a flourless chocolate cake that comes with 3 small scoops of ice cream. Great place a fancy dinner out or a special occasion."

Priya Indian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (217) • $$

"Urgh.... Disappointing experience on Saturday. I had praised this restaurant so much to my cousin visiting from Canada. We ordered the Gobi Manchuria ($14), and Lamb Vindaloo ($18!). Gobi Manchuria was 'ok', Lamb Vindaloo was really disappointing. As my cousin pointed out too, it felt like cubed lamb in tomato paste. Bleh....And, the white rice was stale! Tasted like old stale rice.Two dishes, over $30. And it wasn't even good anymore. Thanks but no thanks. We're not going back.Plenty of other Indian restaurants to explore closeby."

L Street Tavern

★★★★☆ 4 (57) • $

"Great local bar. Even with it being known from outsiders because of Goodwill Hunting, locals still come by and hang. Generous pours during my visit & friendly conversation. Worth stopping by"

Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar - Cambridge

★★★★☆ 4.3 (416)

"Came here for a work related dinner with a group of 10. It was a Saturday night so they were very busy. We had a pre arranged menu which allowed us to taste so many different dishes. My favorites were the vegetarian empanadas, beet salad, squash salad, vegetarian ropa vieja. And don't forget to try their churros, they are so fluffy and light. There were other dishes such as mussels, chicken, regular ropa vieja, but I didn't try them. Also, great mocktails!Our server Frank was amazing even though the kitchen and bar were very slow that night."

Rochambeau

★★★★☆ 3.7 (316) • $$$

"This review of Rochambeau is only for their steak room. They have an amazing deal for steak frites where you get skirt steak, bread, greens and unlimited fries for $36 a person. We came on Wednesday night and had no issues getting a reservation just two days prior. While the claim to fame of the steak room is their steak frites meal, they also have a few items you can order like steak tartare and french onion soup. They also have an extensive wine list that is available. We each ordered the steak frites meal which starts off with a bowl of dressed lettuce for each person and then a single baguette for the table. You can ask for additional bread for no additional cost. The second course was a 6 ounce skirt steak with a small portion of fries. I ordered my steak rare and it came out closer to medium rare but it wasn't a large enough deal to send back. The steak comes with a very delicious steak sauce drizzled on top and a separate cup for dipping your fries into. The y came around about 10 minutes later with extra fries. They were very very generous with the secondary portion of fries. Note that if you are interested, the $36 includes a secondary portion of steak (3 ounces). They came around a 3rd time asking to refill fries and we were STUFFED. Overall, I really enjoyed the meal and would recommend it to anyone looking for a semi casual experience!"

The Mission Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (399) • $$

"Great dark wood but big ceilinged airy space with surprisingly good food. Had dinner with 3 friends we split the calamari and I had the steak and blue salad and paper plane cocktail.Cocktail was a really well done version.The calamari was good with 3 sauces and good spiced peppers but was a disappointingly small portion even for 1 person never mind 3.The steak and blue salad was exceptional - with perfectly cooked rare steak, blue cheese, greens, crunchy onion strips and ranch dressing. Added by friend avocado he didn't want and it was just perfect."

Walrus and Carpenter Oyster Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (7)

"Quick and reasonable prices. Service is ok. Very few seats but the staff have to talk over your food to take order from other customers. But the oysters are nice and fresh."

Summer Shack - Boston

★★★★☆ 3.6 (1128) • $$

"We stopped by recently for a quick snack on our walk back to the nearby parking garage. We sat at the bar and ordered Buffalo shrimp, lobster potstickers, and lobster bisque. The lobster bisque was mediocre , especially for Boston, and I do not recommend. The buffalo shrimp and lobster potstickers were both delicious! Our bartender was quick and efficient and kept our plates cleared, and our drinks filled. The ambience is very casual and the atmosphere is very informal.PS : there is a yelp offer for a free dessert if you check in to the Yelp app."

Mooo.... Seaport

★★★★☆ 4.3 (95)

"What a beautiful restaurant!I felt like I drove from New York, threw my stuff into my hotel room and ran to Mooo... (How many dots are there in the title?)Somehow I drove to Boston while they're still having a wicked winter in April. I'm cold and wet, I check in with the hostess stand and I want to get into a nice Bourbon Cocktail as soon as possible. First off, what is with these prices?! Everything is priced, I think even higher than New York City. An Iceberg Wedge is $23 bucks?? The funny part is, the place was packed out on a Wednesday night.I read the menu online so I know what I want to order, there are two Sirloin Steaks on the menu, grass fed and prime. I want to see what my waiter is going to say so I chill. Speaking of, there is no description of how the meat is sourced at Mooo. Is it USDA Prime beef? Is there an aging process? How are the steaks cooked? The website says Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano uses his culinary expertise to create classic, yet modern steakhouse dishes. Great! I still want to know about the steaks. A waiter comes to the table and drops off four hot Parker Rolls. Next, my waiter comes to the table. I order a glass of Rioja, a side of Broccolini and I said Sirloin Steak. Very good sir.$59 for both Sirloin steaks, I'm not sure what he told the kitchen but it would have been nice to know more about the steak cut.My wine? PerfectionThe Broccolini? It has charred bits on top that made this very cravable. Now add the Spicy Calabrian Chili & Garlic? Incredible chef'd up side dish.The Sirloin? Cooked to perfection. That's the great thing about a Sirloin, it's a nice big cut to fill your belly. There was also a Sirloin with au poivre, I wasn't in the mood to have something too peppery. The herb butter that came with the steak, I laid on the flavor! Very good.One of the Sirloins that was served to me, the chef cooked it just right. Overall, I had an enjoyable meal.After dinner, I'm shown a dessert menu. My hotel is close to The North End and Modern Pastry is calling me.Mooo...? I had a great meal but in all honesty, I would of liked to drink a beer at the bar and have a chef'd up Mooo.. Burger.Can you work on that Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano?"

Caffe Italia

★★★★☆ 4.1 (137)

"Our first visit to Caffe Italian & Great RecommendationIt's a beautiful restaurant with a nice bar, a family member who lives near by told us about the restaurant. We started off with the Calamari which were delicious & definitely recommend them. They are drizzled with an aioli & have peppers on them. We had the meatballs which were 3 big size meatball & the Caesar Salad which even had a unique twist. Our Dinners were all perfectly prepared & fish was fresh. The Salmon with the Risotto was amazing. The fusilli with broccoli rabe was perfect The cod was perfect & highly recommend the above. The linguine with white clams is prepared with basil & lemon rind which is nothing like we make it. The clams were whole & fresh. The shrimp scampi was also very different having tomatoes in it but delicious. We ended our meal with delicious cup of cappuccino. We definitely recommend this restaurant"

Lingo Cafe & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (27)

"Nothing kicks off the weekend like a little Friday night rage-caging in the lobby of an East Cambridge office building.Raise the roof! WOOP WOOP Staple these documents! WOOP WOOPLocation aside, the spac... you know what? Location NOT aside. It's a bar that caters to a very specific group: employees in said building or residents of the Archstone village that never came to be. And based on the shoulder to shoulder post-5pm crowd, they're fine with that. As a destination though, be wary of short parking.The beer may be cheap (according to my drinking buddies) but well drinks run an average $7. I'd love to return for the fabled nachos, mounds of which passed by with an almost scheduled regularity, assaulting the nose with savory smells of salty fry and the eyes with drippy, melted goop.The space offers nothing. Open, empty, unadorned. Boulders near the main entrance give a "Honey I Shrunk The Kids and lost them in a Zen garden" feel. I joked to Ellen S, "It's like a cafeteria in here." Her reply: "It is a cafeteria." Oh right.Of note and to earlier reviews, women outnumber men 4 to 1. Happy hunting."

Bar Cicchetti - Boston

★★★★☆ 4.3 (21)

"Pretty good hotel restaurant! We went daily for breakfast during our stay and I always got the avocado toast. It's surprisingly hardy coming with 2 eggs, pickled onions, tomatoes, and more. Super filling and one time I added vegan sausage on the side, but I'd skip this since it was pretty dry and didn't add much. The eggs were cooked well and the sourdough was good too. The side of potatoes added to how filling the dish was. The fruit cup I was pleasantly surprised by since it came with fresh berries and sliced banana when I was expecting the typical older honeydew and grapes. Overall, I'd say this place is a good value but I do wish they had smoothies!!"

Rabias Dolce Fumo

★★★★☆ 3.6 (799) • $$

"5/5 stars 100 times over! I'm not sure why this place doesnt have a line out the door. Leslye is a GEM! Food was literally astonishing. Probably the best meal we had in Boston. Cioppino and Risotto...more than enough food for 2 people. Garlic bread is to die for. Run don't walk."