Cappella Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (105)

"Italian restaurants in the Northeast are light years better than Italian restaurants in Texas where I live.This is upscale Italian so it is reasonable to expect higher standards.I could not tell you where Cappella rates compared to upscale Italian restaurants in New England.But Cappella is freaking amazing.Pure and unadulterated happiness on a stick.I don't care if Cappella is #1 or #63,598.I want to eat there again and I want to eat there all the time.* * *The bartending is very good at Cappella.I was drunk and happy at Cappella so my memory of details is not as "accurate to the fifth digit" as I would like it to be.The menu changes frequently, so using the internet menu as a spur to the memory is not all that helpful.I will tell you what I do remember - because what I remember was completely happy and wonderful.a) There was a house original mixed drink was. Whatever that drink was - it was powerful and amazing. (Heckler at the back: It was forgetfulness potion!)Yeah, Heckler. Maybe it was.b) I had a modern appetizer and a traditional main course. The modern appetizer got an A. The traditional main course was A +++++++++++c) The appetizer was thinly sliced tempura acorn squash with pistachios, butter and drizzles of a white dip.Acorn squash is just good. New Englanders get acorn squash all the time.We in Texas get acorn squash rarely. The squash travels just fine and the squashes are good.But you would pay more for a car than you would for an acorn squash in Texas.(Cars are cheap in Texas. Pickup trucks are even cheaper.)Note that just a plain ordinary baked acorn squash cut in half with the seeds removed and butter in the middle would have utterly delighted me.The tempura coating here was so light as to be nearly non-existent.All the better to taste your squash with - my dear.Sauteed pistachios are just good.I would have gone with any white dip they wanted for a sauce as long as it was not Crest toothpaste.I was happy.d) The follow up was the chicken parmigano of my dreams.Which is like saying the follow up was the honeymoon sex of my dreams.Yeah the sex looked like the sex had by everyone else on the planet.But I kind of suspect I had a superior version of a classic.We have had ho hum parmigano dishes before.Heck you can get a chicken parmigano at any one of four hundred sub shops in the Boston Area.No surprises as to what was good here.A good natural tomato sauce. No marinara. No spicing. Just very good tomatoes doing their job.A fine crusting and saute on a very good chicken breast.Cheese being cheese.That was all I needed.I was in complete bliss for most of an hour.e) It broke my heart I couldn't have dessert.I would have exploded all over the restaurantWhich might have been distasteful for other patrons.f) I sat outside on Chapel Street.Chapel Street down where Cappella is is both scenic and not scenic.The good news is that you get lovely views of both Needham Town Hall and Saint Joseph's Church.The bad news is that you are in the heart of the dry cleaning district - and next to a gas station to boot.(A major one that services the needs of much of the Needham population.)There are a lot of diners going to and from Cappella or the other well frequented restaurants of Chapel Street.So there is a scene to watch - and some beautiful buildings to look at.If I had spilled tomato sauce on my shirt - which I didn't,I had a broad choice of places to bring my dry cleaning the next day.* * *Altogether a wonderful and magical evening.An evening to remember served with magical potions of forgetfulness."

Cafe Darq

★★★★☆ 4.2 (92) • $

"I've been to this boba spot twice during my visits. I've gotten lucky and gotten myself some tasty drinks. The Vietnamese coffee is hella strong and sweet, would have liked it less strong. My husband's lychee green tea was super duper sweet, I don't think he adjusted the sweetness. I LOVED the jasmine green milk tea, I swapped out for oat milk, boba was perfect. You can skip the dragonfruit smoothie, my sister said it was way too sweet, too much condensed milk and coconut. Also very expensive boba drinks IMO, like $7-8 before tax and tip... wow! Super nice interior, could totally be a cute hangout spot."

Black Rose European Bakery

★★☆☆☆ 2.2 (14)

"Pros: It's not too loud here, plenty of places to sit, a wide selection of baked goods, relaxing environment, beautiful decor, kind staff, the coffee and food are pretty cheap, the food looks so beautiful as wellTo note: You must purchase at least two pastries, if you purchase the mini pastries.Overall score: A+"

PRB Boulangerie

★★★★☆ 3.8 (10)

"I got a crookie from here and it was absolutely delicious! The croissant was baked with cookie in two places- on top and in the middle! The cookie part was a really nice honey consistency. Also this cafe is really cute and the high ceilings are very nice!"

Bistro du Midi

★★★★☆ 4 (784) • $$$

"Excellent service, food and ambiance. It was a perfect evening. Went with a group of colleagues after a long conference day and could not have had a better experience! We started with the Oysters Mignonette and Fois Gras. I had a 'Oui Chef' cocktail that was simply delightful. We also ordered a truffle flat bread that was reported to be amazing, too.For main courses we ordered the Bouillabaisse, a filet and a steak frites. All were simply lovely! We were so full but ordered dessert anyway; the chocolate soufflé and Creme Brûlée which were both amazing, but we could not finish them.The service was impeccable too."

Base Crave

★★★★★ 4.7 (117) • $$

"Awesome flavorful food in a cute family owned restaurant. I've tried a lot of different appetizers and entrees and you cannot go wrong. The stir fry chili plates are my favorite. I love how they allow you to decide on the spice level from one to ten. I've tried both seven and eight and they are indeed spicy and not for those who are not a fan of spicy. I will go up to a nine or ten on my next trip."

Massimino's

★★★★☆ 3.5 (520) • $$

"Massimino's gave me conflicting vibes but ultimately, net positive for me. Stopped here for dinner and unfortunately got in the mix with all the Bruins fans also here before the game. This meant a full house and we were given an estimate of 30 minutes wait. While waiting, numerous parties came in with reservations so we were worried we might get bumped later and later. One lesson is that they don't take reservations too serious, it's more like a waitlist even if you show up early or on time, you're added to the queue. One of the staff later noted that it might take a little longer but assured we'd get seated if we wanted to wait, so we did. We probably got seated just after 30 minutes, so no extreme delays. Eventually, we were one of the few parties still dining upstairs (they have downstairs seating) because everyone had left for the game. Usually it's seems to not be busy, unless you catch the rush like us so on any normal day, this situation does not happen.With that aside, food was excellent and service was not bad. Though service will vary depending on your expectations and how comfortable you are waiting. Price is high but not absurd.Clams Casino - I hadn't ordered clams casino before so this was a nice experience. Halfshells stuffed with breadcrumbs and clams, super tasty and not dry. Not sure how it might compare to others but it's definitely a strong appetizer to start with and prepare for delicious food.Lobster Ravioli - I believe five pieces of ravioli and four pieces of shrimp. Don't let the picture fool you, this is surprisingly filling. The ravioli has a bit of lobster in the center, so the initial bite or two may seem like normal ravioli but the center has the main content. Think of it as building up the anticipation. Though if you want lobster in particular, I'd probably go elsewhere, however this is a nice balance between Italian and seafood.Linguine Carbonara - this was so delicious. Also super oily but that does make it tastier. Bacon fat mixed with the oil left a little pool of oil at the end but the bacon was crispy, fatty, and perfect with some of the onion sweetness. Linguine was perfect al dente. Plentiful pasta. Words really can't express how satisfied I was, especially craving carbonara (and chicken parm, but that's irrelevant)."

Greco

★★★★☆ 3.8 (12)

"Greco opened another location at the Burlington Mall, which is located on the east exterior side of the mall near Common Craft. Greco is a fast casual Greek eatery serving up made to order pitas, plates, salads, souvlaki skewers, feasts, loukoumades, frappes, Greek Mountain iced tea, and orange blossom lemonade. The pricing is moderate. The food is prepared to order from behind the glass counter, down the line to the register. There is indoor table seating with hard seating and outside patio seating in front,I stopped by Greco in Burlington recently for takeout. I ordered a Plate ($15.50 plus tax) which includes choice of sauce (chose tzatziki), choice of protein (chose pork gyro), choice of one side (chose rice, served with pickled onions, tomatoes, and warm pita bread. The plate was made quickly after giving staff my choices. I was in and out in under 5 minutes. I enjoyed some of my plate (actually a shallow bowl) on the outside patio seating area. The pork gyro meat was carved and very lean, over soft rice, dense creamy tzatziki sauce, soft warm pita and pickled onions and tomato slices. This gyro plate was very tasty with good flavors. The portion size was average size. Overall, this was a good stop for a quick tasty light dinner. I will probably get a Pita next time with some traditional loukoumades."

Riceberry

★★★★☆ 4 (43)

"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!"

Peruvian Taste

★★★★★ 4.8 (45)

"El Sabor de el Lomo esta muy Bueno pero la Porción de carne muy chica pero si que esta muy tierna tal vez es filete y eso es caro pero no creo de todos modos todo esta caro en estos tiempos el plato sale a $20 el arroz esta hecho perfecto y es jazmín tendré que volver a probar algo chifa.The flavor of the lomo saltado is very good but the portion of meat is very small but it is very tender maybe it is tenderloin and that is expensive but I don't think so everything is expensive in these times anyway the dish costs $20 the rice is perfect and it's jasmine. I'll have to go back to try something chifa."

Maprang Bakery & Cafe

★★★★★ 4.9 (75)

"Last time. This place is honestly my favorite cafe of all time. Best coffee.Awesome staff. Every is great"

La Taqueria Taco Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (262) • $$

"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."

Ristorante Saraceno

★★★★☆ 3.7 (605)

"We had a delightful experience at Saraceno welcomed by Franco el capo di capi when it comes to knowledge of Italian pasta. My wife and I dropped off our son to College and wanted to celebrate the event going to one of the very best Italian in the North End. We were not disappointed. We started with two Proseccos then a some fried calamari. I love the tagliatelle con Sarde. They made it with a tomato based fragrant sauce with onions, fennel, raisins, pine nuts, anchovies, sardines, and olive oil. I was absolutely perfect. The pasta a la vongole with white wine was also to die for. Service was very pleasant and attentive. The atmosphere was the best as we were sitting in the front spoke to everyone around us who were all natives from Boston and returning customers. The food was amazing. We will be back! Mille grazie Franko!"

Nando Ristorante Enoteca

★★★★☆ 3.9 (144)

"Really enjoyable. Nando reminds me of my faves from NYC Little Italy. I mean that in a good way. We made a rez (a must-do) for a Sunday dinner. It turns out that in August there are festivals every weekend, and we caught the tail end of one of the bigger ones. It was busy, loud, and looked like crazy fun. We watched everything from our window table. The windows were out so it was like we were part of the party.Our five-top ordered an array of apps, main dishes, desserts, and a great chianti from their extensive wine list. There was not a bad dish in the mix. Some were daily specials, some were menu items.The staff we interacted with was exceptional.A special bonus was the young man, from Colombia I think, who serenaded us with opera tunes in Italian. Come visit Nando, you won't be disappointed."

Il Capriccio

★★★★☆ 4.1 (234) • $$$

"Omg! The food was soon good here. This restaurant deserves a solid 5 star experience! The food was perfect in quality and perfectly portioned and balanced. The porcini soufflé was to die for! The beet salad was perfect with hazelnut crumbles. The lamb chops was perfectly medium rare and the scallops were fresh and perfectly seared on mashed potatoes parsnips! The pistachio Baked Alaska was good! It was a first class meal and my favorite Italian restaurant in Waltham. I will come here again! The service was professional and ambience was contemporary chic. I learned that this restaurant was 40 years old but this was a new location."

Ajeen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (96)

"Ajeen offers traditional Middle Eastern flatbreads that are hard to find at most places. They not only offer the more traditional options, but they've created a fun twist by making the flatbreads into sandwiches. All the bread is made fresh on site when you place an order. And all of their meats are halal. Ajeen has very close vibes to Manakish in Philadelphia. Everything is honestly really good, so if you follow personal preference you'll land on a good option. We really enjoyed the chicken and soujouk sandwiches. Prices are fair, portions are good, and they offer indoor and outdoor seating."

Via Cannuccia

★★★★★ 4.7 (107)

"5 STARS! VIA CANNUCCIA IS ONE OF THE BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANTS IN BOSTON! The Food here is Phenomenal! If you live in Boston or just visiting the city, this is one of the restaurants that has to be on your bucket list.The New York Times just voted this One of the 25 Best Restaurants in Boston for 2024. THAT's a Big Deal! It beat out every Italian restaurant in Boston's famous Little Italy - The North End. That section of the city is loaded with tons of Delicious Italian restaurants. This place beat them all. Yes, it's that Good! The kicker is that it's not even in Boston; it's in Dorchester. They are open for Dinner every night closed on Tuesdays & open for Weekend Brunch. Due to overwhelming demand they are now open for Breakfast & Lunch too. So now they can cater to many different people's wallets. You can even get a pastry or croissant & coffee to go. That's great! Via Cannuccia is located in a very unassuming place. It's next to a 3 decker house, a hair salon, clothing store & drug store in a strip mall. You would walk by this place & wouldn't even give it a second look. I love places like this - a Hidden Gem. I visited on the weekend & had the Brunch. I was talking to Tsedenia the owner's wife & told her i'm very fussy about my red sauce so they gave me a sample of the red sauce to taste. It was Great. I was debating between several items so I asked Tsedenia. She recommended that I order the CROSTATA ROMANA So that's what I got. Excellent Recommendation. I would definitely get the same thing again! THE CROSTATA ROMANA CARBONARA IS A SAVORY TART WITH PANCETTA, ONIONS, EGGS, PARMIGIANO, CACAOTEA CHEESE SERVED WITH MIXED GREENS & ROASTED POTATOES. The Tart was warm & savory & the blending of the eggs & onions & cheese were so DELICIOUS & Comforting. The mixed greens popped with flavor. You could taste each & every ingredient & was perfectly balanced. The roasted potatoes tasted like someone's Italian Grandma made them. The cappuccino was also Great! I said so many times you go to Italian restaurants & you're disappointed she goes, I know. I told her this food is DELICIOUS! I said it doesn't taste like a restaurant. This tastes like homemade cooking from someone's Italian grandmother from Italy made this. She said she'll tell her husband Stefano the chef & owner the compliment. Stephano is from Anzio, a small coastal seaside Italian city outside of Rome. The name of the restaurant Via Cannuccia is named after the street that Stephano grew up on. VIA CANNUCCIA HAS DELICIOUSSSSS AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FOOD JUST OUTSIDE OF BOSTON. IT'S NOW OPEN FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER & WEEKEND BRUNCH & FOR ALL DIFFERENT BUDGETS! FANTASTIC! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really Rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!"

Da Vinci Ristorante

★★★★☆ 4.2 (70)

"I don't give out 5 stars alot on my reviews. It's only when the stars align and it happened here at DaVinci. I stumbled upon this restaurant with the help of Yelp. I was traveling on business and wanted to partake in some good Italian food. I FOUND IT!!!!!!I sat at the bar as I always tend to do when I am traveling. Like I have said in other reviews I think that it's more enjoyable especially because there is a comradely with the patrons. This time I was the only one at the bar but the bar tender was amazing. One of the many reasons why this review gets 5 stars. Great service, very personable and just a lot of fun to interact with. The Food was everything that I hoped it would be. I started off with the arugula salad and wow, what a great flavor. Light yet, great combination of ingredients. Everything seemed to complement each other. For my main, I chose the Lasagna. I think that this is a dish that typically I take for granted. But when done well, it's amazing. Here it was amazing. Great portion size but not too heavy that you walk out with a gut bomb. My only complaint was they forgot to serve bread with the meal. When I mentioned it to the bartender, she apologized and brought some over immediately. She also brought some sauce to dip it in. They make this in house and it was perfect. What put my experience over the top was that the owner came over and engaged me in conversation. It wasn't the typical glad handing, it was personal and I learned a lot about the business and the other restaurants that he owns in the area. What an amazing story. Please support this business as the experience was top notch."

La Summa

★★★★☆ 4.1 (442) • $$

"Wow. Let's start by saying looks are deceiving. The decor and laminated menus I no way prepared me for the meal or service I was about to experience. Traditional southern Italian - done exceptionally well. The food was amazing - truly. The stuffed mushrooms were light and perfectly seasoned. Perfect The Arannicia were crispy pillows of delishesness - you would not know you were eating rice. Melt in your mouth. The tagliatelle with meatballs was just as good as everything else. the coup de grace was a ricotta pie from heaven. The wine list is good and inexpensive.This is not an expensive restaurant and the service was beyond reproach. In fact, our waiter was cautioned us not to over order, and did not try to upsell us at all, and he was dead on. If you're looking for great southern Italian in the north end, I can't recommend this place enough. Money well spent ."

Modern Pastry

★★★★☆ 3.8 (206) • $$

"Went for dessert, line moved much quicker here. Touristy dessert spot in the North End. I had both Mike's & Modern. I preferred Modern. The Ricotta was fresh and tasty. So good."

Flake Bakery

★★★★★ 4.9 (7)

"Truly amazing pasteis de nata, Portuguese custard tarts! They're always coming out of the oven (at least the first 3 times we've gone). Also have Speedwell coffee, great addition to Coolidge Cirner and ho early worth the trip!"

Butternut Bakehouse

★★★★★ 4.6 (107) • $$

"My friends had raved about Butternut Bakehouse, so I was excited to check it out! They were pretty busy on a Saturday (late) morning, but the line to order moved quickly. The interior was very small, but had some seating and cute art/decor. I ordered a Vietnamese Iced Coffee and Blueberry Bar. The Blueberry Bar was fantastic - great texture, perfect level of sweetness. It was also surprisingly filling. The Vietnamese Iced Coffee was tasty, but not really authentic. It tasted more like an Iced Coffee just sweetened with condensed milk - not as strong as I was expecting. However, I tried a sip of my friend's Hibiscus Limeade, and that was so good and refreshing. Would return to try more!"

Flour Bakery + Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (79) • $$

"This is my favorite flour location! There's a ton of indoor seating (bar stools, long tables, comfy sofas) and outlets. The windows let in lots of natural light, and the light woods/Japandi decor give the place a clean, airy feel. The staff is super friendly, and the store is immaculately clean. I came here on a weekday afternoon, and even though the store was pretty full it was quiet enough to get work done.I got a small iced coffee and the chunky lola cookie, which came out to $7.20--pretty good for Boston. I love the brand of coffee Flour uses (strong, slightly bitter, and refreshing) and that they don't charge extra for oat milk. The cookie was great, too. The chocolate is super high quality, and the coconut flakes add a nice chewiness.Will definitely come back another day to get work done! Hoping that the outdoor seating area will be open soon."

Praliné French Patisserie

★★★★☆ 4.3 (56)

"I had a pistachio croissant from Brooklyn 2 weeks ago and I am chasing the flavor. When I knew I would be in Boston I thought probably some great croissants in the big city. I was going to be at MIT so my research began. It lead me to Praline's.Upon first glances I thought: clean, modern, nice employees and delicate desserts. A few things were already sold out but it was also 2:20pm. So I purchased a croissant and kouign amann. The Kouign was interesting in a good way! Shaped like a rose, hard on the outside soft inside like a croissant is supposed to be. The caramelized topping came off in a sheath and coated my back teeth which I didn't like as well as the hard exterior. I would eat this again even with the downfalls because of the flavor. The croissant- nothing to write home about. Needed to be softer and more flavorful."

Caffè Nero

★★★★☆ 3.5 (38)

"Caffe Nero is everywhere in Boston but I'm not complaining since they always have great service and great coffee. This spot in particular was very spacious. There are a couple of sections where you can sit but in the back, you will see most people doing work. It's a bit dim inside unless you sit by the windows and it's fairly quiet inside so it's good for getting things done. Along with any good coffee shop is WiFi and their WiFi allows you to be more productive since Netflix and YouTube are restricted. There is a wide selection of items on their menu in terms of drinks, food, and pastries. I enjoyed their cold brew which wasn't too strong and actually very good. I also got cookies, which you can ask them to warm up for you! I recommend this spot if you would like some coffee or need a good place to study/get work done."

SALT Patisserie

★★★★★ 4.5 (104)

"If there is one thing I could change, it would be to make SALT not a 30 minute drive away. Then again, if it were closer I might be in every day, which wouldn't be *great* for my wallet or waistline. That is to say, SALT is absolutely fantastic! The baked goods, coffees, bonbons, and even the service (despite other Yelpers' remarks) are all top notch. The flat white had everything going for it! The coffee was strong and tasty, and the ratio of espresso to milk was spot on. Lovely bit of foam up top as well!The chocolate croissant (Pain au chocolat) was amazing. It was light, airy, and so incredibly flaky! All the fresh buttery layers and bit of chocolate combined to form absolute heaven. The bonbons I tried were excellent as well! Not only are they really pretty, but a crisp shell gives way to a fantastic and flavorful interior. The service in my experience has been friendly and efficient. I was neither ignored, nor did I feel pressured to know what I want when I just walked in.Finally, there is a question of cost. SALT is not cheap, and bonbons are $3.50 for a candy the size of a thumb from the knuckle up. However, considering the care and artisanship that goes into everything, the value is absolutely there.Thus, while not the cheapest spot around, the entire experience is more than worth the couple extra dollars it costs. The food, coffee, and service are all top-notch. Cute location too, it is just a bit small (they do have outdoor tables, weather permitting)."

Moon Flower House

★★★★☆ 4.4 (200) • $$

"Some of the freshest crispy chicken put into a sandwich and this is it! The chicken does seriously remind me of the KFC chicken you find in China. It really takes you down a nostalgic memory if you've ever had KFC in China. Overall, the chicken sandiwch is really up there with some of the best I've had!! Just so juicy and crispy on the outside. The barbecue wings were just okay, but the fries were really good - potato-y on the inside and crispy shelled. In addition, I thought the cute cartoon with the moon face and flower in hand was super cute and a nice touch to their bags and packaging. It felt really nice and cute to unwrap my sandwich from a small bag with that cartoon. I will certainly be back often for more chicken sandwiches!!"

Banh Mi Ba Le

★★★★☆ 4.4 (26)

"I'm glad they opened up a closer location to me because I love Banh Mi Ba Le. It's smaller than their Dorchester location, however they still have banh mi, and a good amount of other Vietnamese food. Banh mi is $6-7 and I always get a few whenever I come. My favorite is the thịt nướng (#2). I also got xôi (Vietnamese sticky rice) which was good. The workers are fast at making the banh mi too. A great cheap meal option!Still my favorite banh mi location that I've ever had. It's located inside 99 Asian Market's food court and there's plenty of parking in the plaza."

Futago Udon

★★★★☆ 4.4 (545) • $$

"TL;DR: Udon place with lots of variety of cold and hot noodles, and so good!Stopped by here for a quick bite for dinner and was very impressed. I had never had cold udon noodles before, and it was great!Interior is cute with some nice decor and plenty of seating. Service was nice, quick, and attentive. FOOD: ~Cold Uni Udon (5/5): Cold dish! I love uni and ikura, so this hit the spot. The broth/sauce was a dashi flavor. Mixed it all up and was the perfect balance of umami and salty. The coldness of the dish really ensured the integrity of the udon noodles, and they were so perfectly chewy~Sukiyaki Udon (5/5): Hot dish! Tasted like hot pot! The beef was very tender and had a decent amount of cabbaged that was perfectly braised. I loved this dish.This is definitely a must try!"

PRB Boulangerie

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (24)

"I came back and ordered an almond croissant and an iced chai latte with almond milk, which they got correct this time. The almond croissant was great, and the perfect texture and amount of sweetness. Unfortunately it seems the hot version of the chai latte is much better, as the iced version was almost tasteless and super watery.The ambience is still really nice though so I'll give them another chance. I definitely won't order the chai again though."

Catalyst Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (404)

"Came here for dinner, and I would say it was very a modern and lofty chic ambience. We were seated by the window and the service was very nice. The food is Contemporary cuisine. We started with tuna tartare, which was really delicious and we had side of wedge, potato, sweet potatoes serve with aïoli, which was delicious, and the blue cod was phenomenal! I like, but they use fresh ingredients. They added muscles in the purée. It was so flavorful !I had a sampling of beef tornedos and it was delicious and for desert I had the Matcha chocolate, which sounded interesting, because I actually like the flavors separately, but it was beautifully decorated in design. The prices were reasonable for what you're getting and the ambience is gorgeous. Definitely come back here again."

Baby Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (55)

"I'd been wanting to try Baby Cafe since they took over this location, and even despite all the mediocre reviews. We came on a Sunday right around 6pm for dinner and it wasn't too busy. It eventually filled up a little more but the service was always quick and friendly. We both got drinks and were pleasantly surprised at how big the glasses were. I ordered the Honey Green Tea, which even came with jelly. We split the Salted Fish Chicken Fried Rice and the Honey Walnut Prawn, which were both good. The fish was salty as expected, and the prawn and walnuts were perfectly paired.We ended up with leftovers and happy stomachs. I might be interested in coming back, if anything for how big the drinks were."

Orale Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (22)

"Having grown up in Hopkinton, I have seen this space change numerous times, but this one actually may just be good enough to stick around for a bit! We went in for lunch on a Friday afternoon, and at first I was a little bit skeptical just based on the menu, and being given bottled water, and the initially wait time of service, but I was pleasantly surprised by the end! My sister got the oral burrito, I got chicken fajitas, and my dad got the steak tacos. Each portion was A LOT of food and very tasty! I"

Hearth & Hug Bakery

★★★★★ 4.8 (4)

"An absolute gem in Boston. Delicious, fresh bread and pastries. The cookies are my favorite in the state of Massachusetts. The owner is very kind and attentive."

Baby Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (11)

"Big menu but a lot of the items seem odd and not something I would try, ie lots of the spaghetti dishes. Tried the dry fried beef chow foon, ma po tofu and curry beef. The beef chow foon was very good. Ma po tofu was also good. The beef stew was disappointing - it was not cooked/braised well and was very hard to chew, not how this dish is supposed to be with that cut of meat. Prices are also quite high."