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The Most Flavorful Comfort Food in Boston

Cafe Mami

Cafe Mami

★★★★☆ 4.3 (606) • $$

Elaine M. "Hidden gem in an Asian food hall inside Lesley college. I don't know why there was a line for another stall, this place sat me right away and I didn't have to wait long for the food was brought to my seat. Only a few tables but if you're dining solo, you can get a spot at the bar. I ordered by pointing at a picture in the menu. It ended up being a chili tomato chicken with lightly dressed salad, and little potato in tin foil. Meal comes with miso soup and bowl of rice. It was a perfect portion. Probably they prefer cash but take card, since that's all that I had. Server is super attending, kept my water filled and checking up on me."

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Bottega di Capri

Bottega di Capri

★★★★☆ 4.3 (472) • $$

Tulsa H. "Small Italian restaurant with delicious food and great service. Highly recommended! Ravioli is great. Would definitely come back again."

Italian Seafood

Popular Comfort Food Dishes

Spicy Beef Tofu Bowl

Spicy Beef Tofu Bowl

Mami's special spicy sauce with onions and fresh scallionsand fresh mushrooms

$8.99

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Ravioli

Ravioli

Stuffed pasta.

$21.00

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Deviled Eggs

Deviled Eggs

The creamiest deviled eggs, smoked paprika, crispy chicken, and chives. Gluten-free.

$7.50

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Marinated Chicken Banh Mi

Marinated Chicken Banh Mi

Pickled Dikon and Carrots, Cucumbers, Cilantro, Mayo on our House Roll

$11.00

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Social House Sliders

Social House Sliders

custom blend of short rib, brisket, & chuck, sundried tomato-bacon chutney, crispy onions, gouda, lemon dressed arugula

$17.00

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Doragon Eatery

Doragon Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.4 (450) • $$

Kim L. "Round 2 featuring some new and different menu items, as well as a takeaway order! We have: funwari age tofu ($13), roasted sesame mazeman ($16), peanut mazeman ($16), black miso ramen ($17), tonkotsu ramen ($17), and hellfire broth ($4.50).We all decided to try the non-hellfire broth menu items with a hellfire broth on the side for sipping, which I highly recommend for intermittent spice. The two broth ramens were both rich. I would argue that the tonkotsu ramen wasn't as rich as the Doragon hellfire version, but still quite flavorful. The real stars of the show here are the mazeman dishes and the aged tofu. The aged tofu is made with fish paste -- gives it this very seafood-like flavor -- and is fried perfectly crisp, making it an underrated app. Would highly recommend a little chili in the soy sauce used for dipping and it's perfect. The peanut mazeman is very heavy on peanut flavor, but if you like a sweeter, nuttier sauce that's got punches of curry, then it's an amazing dish! I personally loved the newer mazeman, the roasted sesame, because it's a little more savory and spicy with some mild sweetness from the sesame seeds. Both are definitely must try items if you're not feeling broth!Service as always was great and this spot still offers a small seating area but wonderfully upbeat music to help with general vibes while munching on ramen or finger foods. Still highly recommend!"

Ramen Asian Fusion
Stillwater

Stillwater

★★★★☆ 4.2 (255) • $$

Josh R. "We came here for brunch on the weekend. I ordered the Flat Patty Burger. The burger patty was juicy and had so much flavor, and the french fries were delicious. This is one of the best meals we had in Boston! I can't recommend this place enough!"

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Farmer In The Dell

Farmer In The Dell

★★★★☆ 4.4 (203) • $$

Adina S. "This is the perfect spot if you're looking for a quick lunch! It doesn't look particularly appealing from the outside, but it's cute inside. I would recommend taking your food to go, but they do have a few picnic tables outside. Most people just stood around waiting for their food to be ready during the lunch rush, but it didn't take too long.The sandwiches were pretty standard, as was the selection. I didn't get a chance to try any of their baked items, but they looked pretty good as well!"

Breakfast & Brunch Sandwiches

Recent Reviews for Comfort Food Restaurants

Mimi C.

★★★★★

Jun 12, 2024


Every time I think of Japanese curry or in the area, I think of Cafe Mami. Then, I'd have to come in. It is the best I've ever had (haven't been to Japan yet). The service is quick and friendly. The ambiance is super chill. The shu mai and Hamburg curry are to die for. This is a must visit if you're in the area or a curry fan.

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Joy G.

★★★★☆

Nov 24, 2023


One of the rare instances in which the service elevates the food. Judging only the dishes we got, I'd rank Bottega di Capri as closer to 3 stars but our waiter was so kind and grandfatherly and came by often with water refills/to see how we were doing. I can see why this place is popular in the neighborhood. Good for families, but if you're a large group, come here early. The space is small and they don't take reservations. By far the best things we ordered were the pastas - the seafood risotto and the linguine with scallops, clams, and shrimp. The risotto was fluffy and creamy and permeated with the briny seafood. Presentation was a little slapdash but the taste was undeniable. Overall, the prices were insanely affordable, almost pre-inflation levels - our seafood pastas were each less than $20. I wouldn't recommend the Caesar salad. Though the salad had wonderful, thick shavings of Parmesan, the dressing tasted store-bought. The house bread was also on the stale side. Don't skip the tiramisu. Not sure if they make it in house but it was one of the better iterations of the dessert I've had. Parking: Street options in front of the restaurant and a municipal lot one street over.

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Alan C.

★★★★☆

Jun 17, 2023


Dragon Hellfire Ramen - 4/5 - Loved the wavy, extra width kezari noodles they have. Texture is great and laps up the broth on its way into your mouth. I'm a big spice fan so I definitely am impressed with the heat from the chili mixture in the broth. Slow heat definitely very satisfying. The toppings were all good as well. The charsu had the right fat to lean meat ratio to give it a good rounded flavor. They don't char their charsu, which is totally fine since plenty of ramen places don't do that. The egg was well marinated, I could taste the soy and sake flavor profile. Service was fine, was greeted when entering and got water and utensils right off the bat. There is parking in front but spaces would fill up during busy times I imagine. The dining area is small/medium with one bathroom in the back. Around 8 tables I say. Ambiance is good for casual dining with some light japanese themed music play. Bathroom is clean and big (unisex). Overall, will definitely come again to try out the apps and another ramen.

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Bryon M.

★★★★★

Aug 28, 2024


What a great find this was for me. Just randomly saw this place during a Google search, viewed the menu, and away I went. Arrived a little before 8pm and easily found a seat at the bar. The bartender greeted me right away. I stayed away from the alcohol this night and asked if they brewed tea. I'm not sure if it's a Boston thing, but this is the 2nd place that only had "tea" out of the gun. We all know that's not real tea. So, I just stuck with a water. I opted for 3 smaller food items instead of going for a full entrée meal. I ordered the deviled eggs, chicken empanadas, and the corn & sausage chowder. Everything was excellent. I'm a snob when it comes to deviled eggs. Were they the best? No. But they had flavor. Could have used a little more mustard and could have been a tad more creamy. I would still recommend. The empanadas were what you would expect. Perfectly cooked. Great seasoning on the chicken and the accompanying sauces were just what it needed. And the soup? This was really good. The sausage had a small spicy kick. Typical corn chowder taste. My only complaint is that I would have preferred this soup to be thicker. It was very thin. But that did not take away from the overall flavor. The soup also comes with a warm bleu cheese biscuit, which was a perfect addition. This place does have both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor would be perfect for a date night. I'm glad I took the chance on this place.

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Haley C.

★★★★★

Jan 13, 2023


Farmer in the Dell is super cute! Unfortunately I was in a rush and couldn't get food but everything looked and smelled amazing. I got a large ice late for $4 and was really happy with the price. Hopefully I'll go back soon and try some of the bakery items - there was a lot to choose from and they all looked so good.

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Hanna H.

★★★★☆

Oct 4, 2024


We came here on National Cheeseburger Day and were pleasantly surprised! The deal came with a smaller cheeseburger with lettuce and tomato as well as a side of fries--all for $5. The burger itself was tender, and the fries complemented everything well. Considering it was only $5, I'd say it was a great meal that filled us up for lunch!It was also a Wednesday afternoon and so the restaurant itself had plenty of seating both inside and outside and so we had our pick of low top or high top seats. Service was good was well.

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Jeffrey L.

★★★★★

Mar 18, 2024


There's something special about Soul Food from certain neighborhoods. They season and they season well. They take fried foods seriously in these neighborhoods and Yellowbird does not disappoint. Places like this are probably less consistent but when they get it right get ready for an unforgettable experience. My only critique would be to get the wings instead of the tenders. The tenders are white meat and less juicy. Wings were made fresh and I recommend the original seasoning without sauce.

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Rick B.

★★★★★

Jan 18, 2024


First time trying Haitian food - clearly our meals were cooked with love. The owner is welcoming and very friendly, portions were generous. Meatballs were huge hit. Pork and chicken very good. Each day of the week features different menu items - check on website.

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A&B Kitchen • Bar

A&B Kitchen • Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (143) • $$

Dan J. "Victoria was very sweet to seat us even though we had reserved a table at a neighboring A&B by mistake...Great food, very attentive wait staff made this an excellent pre-Celtic game meal!French onion soup, amazing burgers and incredible pretzel bites made sure we were ready to cheer on Jason Tatum and the Celts!"

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Yellowbird Chicken

Yellowbird Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.8 (90) • $

Kelly O. "Was looking for a Boston Market-type meal, and that's the vibe we got here with the rotisserie chicken family meal: full chicken (cut into quarters for transport), 4 cornbread muffins, choice of 3 sides, and gravy for a very reasonable $43. The flavor and moistness of the chicken were solid, and the sides were a good size with lots to choose from. Worth mentioning that I found the dominant flavor of the gravy, mashed potatoes, and mac & cheese to all be black pepper, which isn't my personal favorite and also got a bit repetitive- but if that's your jam, you'll enjoy. The cornbread was pretty meh, but was serviceable to soak up the gravy, and the glazed carrots were fine and not memorable (was nice to have a non-peppery side to cut through the rest, though)."

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Oasis Caribbean Cuisine

Oasis Caribbean Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.9 (44)

Maria G. "Wow! Simply amazing!! I don't think this is my first time eating Caribbean cuisine, but it has certainly been awhile!And I've only found out about this place on Yelp, so go Yelp!! The food was simply amazing! I've ordered takeout twice, and both didn't disappoint! My go-to will have to be the fried pork. I will need to come back on other days to try other items on the menu! Love the rotational menu! Absolutely genius idea because I will be back again soon.The portion is generous and also filling. It may seem moderate when you first take out of the box, but it gets you full very quickly. The first time I ordered a bunch of sides and it was just too much. The second time I sticker with the entrees, there were still a lot of leftovers! The veggie soup was very delicious! Baked chicken was also amazing!There is free street parking right outside, so make it convenient to grab your to go order. Both times the packaging was great, except a small sauce packet leakage the second time around. No big deal. Highly recommend it you try via UberEats or takeout order. It's very small inside the restaurant. Definitely a hole in the wall type of establishment. I didn't even have enough time to look inside because my order was ready to go on the table, but I think there were a couple of small tables. It's definitely more about takeout. Support your local business! I don't think you can put in any orders on their website, but you can call to place your order or try UberEats or other platforms."

Civility Social House

Civility Social House

★★★★☆ 3.8 (61)

Andrew C. "Had an excellent dinner at this spot located right off the assembly row stop near the T. The vibes were good and staff very friendly. I tried pretzels with cheese which had the cheese dip heated by a candle which was neat. Tried their chicken sandwich and for dessert the skillet cookie and ice cream. Huge amount of food for an excellent price. I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this place for a casual dinner and drinks"

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Food For The Soul

Food For The Soul

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (14)

Shaquille A. "Food here is bomb. Only thing i wasn't a big fan of was the salmon/catfish. When i got it, it just wasn't worth it. But everything else i got is amazing.The sweet tea. The mac n cheese. The chicken. The steak. The food is made with love and made my black ppl so you know it's good. Come here if you wanna eat good!**just came back and had the brisket! AMAZING"