The Beehive

★★★★☆ 3.7 (2515) • $$

"Omggggg! Now this place is a hidden gem!!!! We chanced not having reservations here and lucked out!! We arrived around 7:30, minutes before the music was to start and sat in the area. It was a great experience!! The musicians were amazing !!! We ordered the following food... *MUSSELS FRITES, LEMONGRASS, COCONUT MILK, LINGUICIA SAUSAGE, BREAD This was soooo tasty and plentiful!!! *DRY AGED BURGER, MALT ONION JAM, VERMONT CHEDDAR, AIOLI with BACON and truffle fries This burger was huge and yummy! * ROASTED CHICKEN, LEMON, GARLIC WHIPPED RED POTATOES, BROCCOLI This entree was on the healthy side but delicious. lol Overall, the entrees we ordered were great choices. We ended up leftovers to enjoy later. The music experience was AWESOME!! Our server Andrea was very kind and pleasant. We appreciate that. An amazing experience here!!! Look forward to dining here again and enjoying music!!!!!"

Zaftigs Delicatessen - Brookline

★★★★☆ 3.8 (1777) • $$

"Whenever I go home I try my best to hit up this spot for breakfast. The Banana Pancakes and challah French Toast with a side of Applewood smoked Bacon is my go-to. The Corned Beef Hash was delicious too and the poached egg was done to perfection. Service is always spot-on efficient without making you feel rush, although they often have a line of people waiting to get in. Parking is street only - so it's best to come early enough to find parking. They don't take reservations but you can call ahead and inquire as to how long the wait is ahead of time. Respectfully Reviewed."

Alden & Harlow

★★★★☆ 4 (1561) • $$$

"Service was great as well as atmosphere. The dishes are the small plates made for sharing. They recommend 2 per person which I think is a bit much. Everything we tried was delicious. Mixes of things I would not think of..smoked carrots on a mix of rhubarb and fennel. Scallops...a beef dish and the sweet potato dish...sorry for not knowing the exact names but everything was delicious."

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."

Cafe Bonjour

★★★★★ 4.7 (935)

"Service is fantastic, even when they're packed. The owner and owner's brother along with a couple servers befriended my husband and I'd say took extra good care of us the three mornings we went there, but also I saw they treated everyone really well. A French and middle eastern flair, but also a lot of general breakfast plates. Food is fresh and tasty, service is fantastic, located close to Boston Commons Park and many popular landmarks, it's just each day so be prepared to wait a little bit, but well worth it."

Sound Bites Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (1266) • $$

"Everything you could want in a local breakfast diner. The service was friendly and incredibly fast. Laid back atmosphere where everyone was having a great time. We arrived at 10 am and there was only a 10 minute wait. Parking is very limited on the street though. The food was great. Classic lox bagel and French toast. Hash browns that are actually mashed potatoes. Actually pretty good. Food came out in 5 minutes. The iced coffee was meh but self serve coffee bar meant an easy fix with milk and syrups. Prices are reasonable and the portions are big."

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!"

Pressed Cafe - Burlington

★★★★☆ 4.3 (927) • $$

Thinking Cup

★★★★☆ 4.2 (961) • $$

"Been a while since I've been here as there are so many dining and coffee places in the Back Bay Area . Enjoyed a nice delicious matcha latte while strolling thru the neighborhood. This place has delicious food and drinks. Definitely recommend you trying it out!"

SOFRA Bakery & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (966)

"We headed to Sofra solely based on Yelp reviews and proximity to where we were. When we got there, the lines were almost out the door and both the inside and outside seating was practically filled to capacity. That is usually a good sign!We ordered the breakfast sandwich and the strawberry sweet cheese brioche. While we waited for our order, two seats at a communal table opened up, so we snagged them. My pastry was so good and my husband enjoyed his breakfast sandwich. The inside is quaint and lots of people were packed in there with the limited seating. They also sell prepackaged goods and sandwiches."

Theo's Cozy Corner

★★★★★ 4.5 (779)

"This is what an authentic small Italian breakfast location in Boston's north end should be! The restaurant is true to its name: a cozy corner, seating about twenty people. The service was great, and the breakfast (eggs, bacon, toast) was perfect. It is hard to mess up this type of food, but the uniqueness of the location and family-owned business makes it something very special. Please enjoy!"

The Neighborhood Restaurant & Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (880) • $$

"We had to wait online for a while to eat here, but thankfully we had some delicious hot coco to keep warm while we waited, once we were seated we ordered, I had a mimosa that was very tasty, and I had a full Portuguese breakfast, it was delicious! Savory and such a unique set up of flavors! Well worth the wait! Check them out if you are in the area! I'd go back if I had the chance!"

Jim's Deli

★★★★★ 4.5 (756)

"A true gem in brighton! Great service and great place to pick up some good food for a reasonable price. Love the Rachael wrap and the Jim's style hot dog -- the flavors tied in so well and love the amount of bacon and meat in each. For the hot dog, I love how the bun held up well while carrying so much inside and that it doesn't break apart. I definitely want to come back to try some more of their options. But I was not a huge fan of their French toast -- I would not come back for this again, but would be open to see if their other breakfast options are tastier."

In A Pickle Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (923) • $$

"TLDR: was featured on diners drive ins and dives That's all you need to know. Food is hearty. Staff is friendly. Yes there are gimmicks, but some days you want some god damn Oreos in your waffles with special syrup drizzled on top and 5 chicken tenders with honey mustard sauce."

Diesel Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (1006) • $$

"Saw this place had tons of reviews so decided to check it out. This place was packed during lunch on a Sunday. Not an empty seat in the house, and considering how spacious this place is, that was a good sign. It wasn't good however for us when we were trying to find a seat, but it didn't take toooo long. I ordered the Monkey Wrench sandwich and an Iced Vietnamese Coffee. The sandwich was high quality and had really fresh ingredients. I especially loved the focaccia bread it came on. My coffee was good too, and I'm glad I tried it.I will say it took quite a long time for our food to be made. Considering how packed it was I understand, but it was loooong, like over 15 minutes long. Drinks came out fairly quickly though. I ordered a hot coffee too and the guy mistakenly gave me an iced, but another barista quickly apologized and gave me the correct one. I also liked the pool tables in the back and their photo booth. This is definitely a place I'd love to come back later in the evening and vibe with friends at. Oh, and they also serve ice cream! They also have monthly specials but the tiny menu is only by the registers so I didn't get a chance to look at it before ordering. I wish they had it on the board also because they looked good. Overall a cute garage themed coffee shop in the city with quality drinks and food, & great vibes."

3 Little Figs

★★★★★ 4.5 (703) • $$

"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!"

State Street Provisions

★★★★☆ 3.9 (816) • $$

"Great service, friendly staff and fresh foods. We wanted to try a few cocktails but went with normal drinks. Iced teas and lemonade were great and refreshing. Fish N Chips were on point. My littlest broke bestie loved the kids grilled cheese. Will stop by again next time we are in Boston."

South End Buttery

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (1061) • $$

"Such a hidden brunch restaurant gem located in the South End. After eating here I was about to make my next reservation. Truly delicious brunch food!I came here with my best friend on a Sunday morning and we were seating on the lower level restaurant floor. It was so cute and decorative inside, I loved the vibes. Half of the business is a cafe, and the other half is a sit down restaurant. The service was good and we got our food at a reasonable time despite the restaurant/cafe being on the busier side. I ordered Huevos Rancheros, which were AMAZING! Definitely one of the best in Boston. My friend ordered a smoked salmon breakfast dish, which she really enjoyed as well. The scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly, and there was a party on my plate. I really enjoyed the fresh salsa w/ cojita and mashed avocado as a compliment to the dish. Great food. The home fries, were truly something to write home about. I am not usually a home fries person, so I was hesitant, but these were one of the best I've ever had. My only wish was that were would be more corn tortillas to fill up. By the end of the Sunday brunch, I completely cleared my plate clean. Highly recommend if you're in the South End!!!"

Red Lentil Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (787) • $$

"So many incredible meals here, this place is a gift from the heavens.Super healthy, super beautiful, super fresh, and lately the service has been better, I think it's one of the greatest restaurants in Massachusetts.Very excited that they opened. Also in Sharon, my wife has checked it out and liked it, and I hope to do the same soon.Absolutely loved my mantra, salad, falafel and fixings, delicious."

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!"

Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (812) • $$$

"Tried the burger and fries and it HIT. Well seasoned and well cooked. Live band was great too, playing a fair amount of covers. I was lucky enough to find the last seat at the bar--you have to make reservations to sit down here as it's a fairly intimate restaurant. All the bartenders were friendly and attentive and I also appreciate that they have a free coat check. I've never been disappointed here! Recommend!"

South Street Diner

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (924) • $$

"This review is based strictly on my takeout experience, as I didn't sit down to enjoy my food even though they are open 24hrs. I found this shop while searching for wings when I was in Boston for a few day, and they had the highest rating. It's definitely easy to see why! The wings were breaded (necessary), and VERY flavorful. Although they were buffalo (which is a flavor I typically avoid), these were tasty af. They were only slightly spicy, but seasoned so well. The fries were the star of the night, as even though they were takeout, they were super crispy, the spicy seasoning was on point, and they were piping hot!The one thing I have to take off one star for was the bleu cheese. It did not taste fresh at all and was maybe more gray than white. The service was on point, and the lady who gave me my food verified it was exactly what I ordered, and even gave me a drink while I waited. The restaurant is a typical diner, and it was cool to see so many people there at 1030pm just hanging out and looking completely comfy and relaxed. Will for sure return to eat in."

Tatte Bakery & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (701) • $$

"THIS PLACE CRANKS.Love the chicken salad sandwich and tartines, always a good option for lunch. Friendly staff who run quite the operation.Bravo!Support local."

Blunch

★★★★☆ 4.4 (541) • $$

"This has become my go to lunch spot in the South End. Love that you can place your order online. They serve a variety of sandwiches and salads which are always delicious and fresh tasting. Be sure to order dessert as well because they make outstanding chocolate chip cookies. The staff is also very friendly and clearly care about their customers. The shop is very small but I promise it's worth the wait."

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!"

Kane's Donuts - Downtown

★★★★☆ 4.2 (551) • $

Angela's Cafe - Eagle Hill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (518) • $$

"We came here after landing at Logan. The place is very homey and right in the middle of a neighborhood. So street parking could be a little challenging, but they're there. The place is very tiny and can get packed at any given time. We had to wait about 30 minutes to get a table. My wife ordered their deluxe Huevos rancheros con chorizo. These were really good. You get two crispy corn tortillas, kind of like hand made tostadas, topped with refined beans, eggs, chorizo, avocado and queso fresco. The salsa was really good and the avocado and chorizo went perfectly with every bite. The same green salsa was used for the chilaquiles I ordered. The dish is very similar in flavor, just prepared differently. The chilaquiles came with chicken, other than that essentially the same dish. It came with beans, eggs, sour cream and queso fresco as well. I really enjoyed our breakfast here and would definitely come back next time I'm in Boston."

Lulu's Allston

★★★★☆ 3.8 (618) • $$

"We needed a Saturday brunch place that would accommodate a Vegan, and this place fit the bill just fine. Somehow we managed to get a parking spot right out front, and were seated immediately at a high top.Two of us had a Peach Bellini and we both loved it. Instead of being served in a tiny champagne flute it was served in a regular wine glass. Well worth the $8 price. For meals I had their version of a McMuff which was totally delicious. Flavorful juicy sausage, a fried egg and American cheese. Perfectly seasoned, as were the tasty breakfast potatoes. Others enjoyed the Eggs Benedict which had an avocado mousse on a biscuit, the Tots dish which had eggs and a cheese sauce, bacon and ranch. Very rich. The Vegan dish needed kicking up with some hot sauce, but he liked it, and it was a good thing he likes dry toast, because that toast looked very dry indeed.Our service was terrific. Overall we really liked the place!"

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!"

Cafénation

★★★★☆ 4.1 (479) • $

"We stopped in on a busy weekday morning. I had looked at menus online before our visit, but their menu has changed and they no longer offer omelettes or crepes. They do have great breakfast sandwich options.I ordered an egg sandwich and a latte. Both were served pretty quickly. The latte was perfect, it hit the spot. The sandwich was piping hot, good portions, and very filling.Great place to grab breakfast & coffee while in Brighton."

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!!!!"

The Diner at 11 North Beacon

★★★★★ 4.5 (395) • $$

"I really enjoyed this diner as the food is fresh and delicious...no nonsense. Good menu for breakfast brunch and lunch. Seems to have a good crowd of all sorts coming in. I enjoyed my egg sandwich and home fries. I sampled the buttermilk pancakes which were delicious too. Ambiance is casual and supposed to be a very historical which I love. Love the diner ambiance."

Thornton's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.5 (641) • $$

My Other Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (350) • $$

"Amazing Greek Ameeican food. This place is well known and frequented by those who have discovered it so expect to wait during peak hours. Ordered their vegetarian platter with rice and potatoes and everything was so flavorful and fresh. 3 days later I am still thinking about the dish.They are currently operating as pick up only and a scaled down menu (no breakfast options). Still worth a visit"

Café Rustica

★★★★★ 4.6 (349)

"I used to live right down the street from this cute little cafe and decided to finally give it a try a few days before moving away! Definitely regret not stopping by sooner, it was a nice experience!The staff were very friendly and kind upon entering. There were no other customers ( I came on a weekday in the early afternoon ) but in the mornings, I know it can be a lot busier as people are grabbing breakfast and coffee. I got a sandwich and coffee, both things were made relatively quickly. I ended up taking out, but they have seats inside and outside which I'm sure would've been a pleasant experience. The food itself was great - I highly recommend ordering in person rather than on any third party food app as the prices are noticeably more expensive if you do ( I saw that the sandwich I wanted was ~$11 on the app but only ~$9 in store ). I decided to go with prosciutto and provolone and didn't regret it! It was very cleanly made and very filling for the price. The coffee I bought as well tasted really fresh and had just the right sweetness ( they asked if I wanted to adjust it before I left as well ).Overall I loved this place and wouldn't hesitate to come back to try more of their menu. Thanks for the great food and kind service, Cafe Rustica!"