GRECO

★★★★☆ 4.2 (159) • $$

"Yum! This place is right next door to my workplace in Seaport. Was craving something indulgent but also healthy - this was perfect. Got the bowl with the dips, spicy feta and roasted eggplant, both delish - but the feta was just insane! Halloumi for protein - get the spicy honey!! A few fries to indulge. I was a very happy girl after this lunch!"

Za

★★★★☆ 4 (371) • $$

"We've been ordering their pizzas and salads for years now through DoorDash and always get well packaged, delicious food. One busy Friday night we were waiting longer than usual. When I called to check on the order, the manager Colleen was super nice and honest and admitted they somehow lost our ticket. I'm in the industry and I know mistakes happen. What matters is what is done to fix the mistake. They rushed our order along and sent me a giftcard to dine-in.I took my daughter here for lunch earlier today to use our giftcard and we had a wonderful experience! We were lucky to have the whole place to ourselves. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable and the food was good as always!While they're called Za and their pizza is awesome, it's their fresh and delicious salads that really keep me coming back."

Hidden Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (39) • $

"The burgers here are great, juicy, tender and flavorful, they'd cook it the way you want it to be. I'd end up here whenever I'm craving for a burger and adding a fries to go with it. I'd come back to try other items as its coveniently located near my work.P.s call to place an order over the phone, so you dont have to wait long. Cash only."

Harp & Bard

★★★★☆ 3.5 (221) • $$

"Can't say enough great things about H&B!We stopped in for lunch while we were waiting to check into our Airbnb. The place was dead, so our server Nicole was extra attentive, but we were so appreciative that she could sit and chat with us and give us recommendations for later on. We ordered the Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pizza and WOWOWOW - so good! We also shared the Fish and Chips, which was tasty and fresh! For drinks, we got the #getskrewed and it was the most delicious peanut butter coffee drink I have ever had; and we finished up with the Cranberry Sauced, which was a lighter, fruity cocktail to cap us off.We ended up going back for some late night drinks a few days after and the place was packed!"

Eastern Standard Kitchen & Drinks

★★★★☆ 3.8 (64) • $$$

"So excited that ES has opened its doors again! Service was great, though we did have to ask to be seated at a proper table as opposed to a high top for dinner. Food was mostly on point. We all got Weiner schnitzel and I have to say, I've had much better. But the cod fritters and the charcuterie board were great. The bread was delicious and fresh. And I especially loved the sliced picked cucumbers that came w the dish. All in all, it was a lovely experience and I will most certainly return next time I'm in Boston."

Johnnie’s Pizza & Wings

★★★★★ 4.7 (28)

"I have walked/driven by Johnnie's so many times, but this was my first time in after calling to order a Chicken Parm calzone; the small was huge! A nice woman answered when I called, and she was there 10 minutes later when I picked it up, very friendly in person and thanked me for coming in.After eyeing a plate of fudgy brownies I bought one of those too, it was excellent!I needed to pass one of their competitors - Gigi's - to get there, but I am no longer a fan of G's due to the snarly service and after trying Johnnie's great calzone I never need to think about Gigi's again. If you have passed Johnnie's too, go right in for a great surprise! There is retail parking along the driveway, so pull in and get your great food!!"

Pastelaria Vitoria Broadway

★★★★☆ 4.4 (55)

"There are a lot of grey, boring areas of Boston. But Somerville is decorated with beautiful colours, Pastel colours in fact. It's know, for this reason, as the "Pastel-area." Which is how this restaurant got its name.OK, fine, I made that up. A Pastelaria is a Brazilian place that makes Pastels, and my goodness, does this place make them so, freaking, well.What to get: The Pastel with everything (the mixed one)What to drink: Abacaxi Com Hortela (pineapple with mint)So what is it? It's a massive enormous huge large (did I mention big) version of the typical Latin Empanada, but with all kinds of amazing things stuffed in there, and I'm talking a large, generous helping of stuff inside this huge fried goodie, which is less than ten dollars and will definitely fill you up.It's also piping hot and greasy and juicy and will fall apart easily, so you have been warned. You play with a hot pastel, you'll get burned.Always get the one that has everything in it, first. Various meats, hearts of palm, all kinds of spices and deliciousness. Amazing. Easily the best one I've ever had outside Brasil, and in fact it ranks right up there with some of the better ones I had in Brasil. I can't give it a higher compliment than that. One of the best things you can eat in Boston, nearly as good as the amazing Oasis Steakhouse and Oasis Bakery (also Brazilian) just down the road. You really need to visit all three to get a good sense of the amazing-ness of Brazilian food.The drinks are pretty good, especially the Abacaxi Com Hortela (pineapple with mint), as well as all the other tropical amazon fruit flavours, and there are all kinds of frozen treats like Acai, and candy from Brazil to choose from, as well as baked goods.You can eat them the guy-way, or the broad-way, but either way you'll be so happy you came to this Pastelaria, if you happen to be in the Pastel-area."

Butterfly Falafel

★★★★☆ 3.7 (51) • $

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

Shy Bird

★★★★☆ 4.2 (75)

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

GRECO

★★★★☆ 4.4 (648) • $$

"This food is so FREAKING AMAZING. Honestly you are getting fine dinning quality in a casual restaurant that delivers such good food. I went here for dinner three times in two weeks and each time it was consistently good. The halloumi and zucchini chips were my go to. The fries with feta are also delicious. They carry an array of Greek imported drinks. The dips.. oh the dips!! The Tirokafteri aka spicy feta is just out of the world as is the tsaziki. The plates are generously portioned. The yaya donuts are SO GOOD!! I honestly tried almost everything and I can't say not one bad thing. Staff goes above and beyond. They want customers to be happy. They even take customers minutes before close. Amazing spot."

Simple Fare

★★★★★ 4.5 (71) • $$

"Simple fare is indeed simple but good. Their potato chips are to die for, but the french fries are a little less greasy options. The greasy potato chips still win. I had and recommend: Caprese Panini (no meat!) or the Reuben. So tasty!And - quite importantly - not a NYC diner - meaning that the Simple Fare service is really friendly."

Souvlaki Zone

★★★★★ 4.7 (19)

"New Greek spot in the neighborhood. Got the chicken souvlaki bowl which was quite good. I tried all the toppings. The hot feta sauce was not spicy. Service was fast. There's plenty of seating outside and a lot of parking spots. Overall id come back for a quick lunch or do takeout."

Bardo's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.3 (33)

"Flavors - 4.5/5Textures - 4/5Presentation - 4/5Value for Money - 3.5/5Would return? YesMust-try: Any pizza! I looooooved this pizza!!! The flavors were so good for any pizza that I tried - cheese, pickle, the social climb and the special of the day (ricotta, pepperoni and hot honey). Did you just read pickle? YES, and I also thought it would be disgusting but it just works. The toppings are generous and really well spread out, which makes every bite to taste amazing. They also must have a special cheese blend that makes even the cheese pizza to taste special. The bottom of the pizza could be crispier, but the top is so crispy that it makes up for it. Like every bar pizza, the crispy cheese edge just delivers! I found these addicting."

Hometown Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.8 (79)

"Ordered the Farmers Primavera Pizza for delivery. In the notes I requested thin crust and fewer artichokes, proud to say they followed through. Pizza arrived hot and was absolutely delicious! I usually don't eat the extra crust but I couldn't resist with Hometown's crust. It was so crispy and even had a slight sweetness to it! I was worried I might not like the eggplant but it was the best part of the pizza! Definitely a new favorite!"

Cocobeet

★★★★★ 4.5 (275) • $$

"I'm a sucker for a good smoothie bowl, and Cocobeet has a GOOD smoothie bowl. Not only is their establishment conveniently located within walking distance of my hotel in Boston, their food options are entirely plant based and without processed sugar, which is right up my alley. Upon entering the gentleman manning front of house greeted me warmly and offered to answer any questions. I ordered the Blue Oasis bowl - peach, banana pineapple, algae, maple and coconut base topped with banana, strawberries, blueberries, toasted coconut flakes, and date almond crumble. This. Is. Glorious - delightfully fruity with excellent textural components. The following morning I enthusiastically devoured the vanilla berry chia pudding, a beautiful combination of cashews, dates, chia seeds, and citrus topped with a berry compote. My only two pieces of constructive criticism:1. Price. After tip I paid $17.50 for the smoothie bowl alone, which is steep for an on-the-go breakfast.2. Nutrition information: I wish they had it. They explained that since they often tweak and adjust recipes it's difficult to maintain accurate nutrition information, which is understandable, but if you don't reach for the moon you'll never get anything.Summary: Cocobeet = very yes."

Thai Taki

★★★★☆ 4.2 (54)

"This restaurant is nestled in a basic strip mall in the center of Winthrop. The decor is simple, black high top tables with booths line the side across from the bar, and low top tables like the opposite. We were greeted immediately and sat in a high top booth. The menu is extensive with several different types of options. We chose the shrimp volcano which was a bit underwhelming, the seaweed salad was tasty, the Winthrop at the beach sushi roll was delicious, and not pictured is the spicy cashew plate with chicken. The breading on the chicken was soggy and fell right off. That was something we read in other reviews so be aware. The drinks were good and service was excellent. Would try other menu options!"

Pantry Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (304) • $

"Love love love, this neighborhood spot! I live right down the street, delivery has always been prompt and the menu has a huge variety! My usuals:Astrid's creation on a sub grilled (8.5) my first time trying it was amazing! The last few times has been underwhelming. Essentially it has a "healthy" feel to it compared to a traditional steak and cheese sub. I'm a really picky eater but when I hear grilled teriyaki chicken, avocados, spinach and honey mustard; I go crazy! Those are the few things I chose to eat.Next my other options would be the crispy fried chicken- which has so many sauces and options! I typically like to order the Buffalo chicken (8.0)Honey mustard (7.5) Hawaiian teriyaki (7.0)Mango habanero (9.0)My comfort dish for football games would be the pulled pork quesadilla (9.0)"

Al's State Street Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (562) • $

"Very solid sub shop. Generous portions, more than fair prices, fast staff, and plenty of them to ensure there's no wait. Very tasty."

Lanna Thai Diner

★★★★☆ 4.2 (310) • $$

"OMG! This place was awesome!!! Came here for lunch and what a gem! Love the atmosphere and decor of a small diner. Service was excellent and the food was so fresh and delicious. Parking is a bit trickery because of the location. We actually parked in the CVS parking lot and walked across. But definitely if in the area make sure to stop in. Only place to find Crazy Noodles which my husband couldn't stop talking about. Mixture of large noodles with fresh veggies."

Corfinio

★★★★☆ 3.8 (273) • $$$

"My second time back and all I can say is WOW! Our server, Danielle, was spectacular. She was on top of things without hovering and was a great conversationalist! I tried the melon mint fizz mocktail (10/10) and a friend had the Summer Heat cocktail, akin to a spicy margarita. We ordered the bread service ($3) which was rosemary focaccia with oil. The oil comes with a little tri-section dish with salt, grated cheese, & red pepper flakes. Excellent! Our entrees included the chicken parmigiana, veal Milanese and I had the salmon. I don't care for zucchini, so Danielle checked with the kitchen to see what farm-to-table veggie offerings there were. They happily switched out the squash for local tatsoi (like bok choy). My salmon skin was fabulously crispy and the filet was perfectly rare. The crispy potatoes were delicious along with the tatsoi, both seasoned with garlic. There was nothing left on my plate. I finished with a scoop of pistachio gelato, which was tasty. My only suggestion is to throw a biscotti on as a garnish! My other friend tried a cappuccino (after an unsuccessful one over the winter), and Danielle made her a very good cup. The place was humming and the outside patio area seemed very popular with patrons. I highly recommend Corfinio! I plan to return for the Cacio e Pepe and the Carbonara."

East Side Pockets

★★★★★ 4.6 (1348) • $$

"I forgot how much I loved this place! My favorite thing to do is order takeout and then go eat in in a nearby park. The food is always amazing and reasonably priced... also, they are open late! Small inside and some space to eat outside. There is a small updated bathroom for customers only if you ask for the key.I've tried almost every protein wrap and they are all fantastic. Gyro, gyro/falafel and chicken/falafel with everything are some of my favorites. I do also love the kafta and next on my list to try is the beef steak kabob. If I want extra protein I might try the gyro/chicken combo. The salads and plate dinners are amazing as well- so much to chose from! The line can sometimes be a bit long but it moves decently fast.Not much else to say, just great quality food! I'm glad this place has survived Thayer St. for so long:)"

Azama Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (344) • $

"Updating my review because I had the chicken shawarma and lamb shawarma plate and this place is amazing! The meat is perfectly cooked -- very flavorful without having a raw gamey taste other places often have. Service is solid. I can attest this is definitely one of Boston's hidden treasures and entire menu is Halal. Can confirm there is sitting area -- definitely casual. Will be back very soon, I want to try other parts of their menu."

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."

The Lexington

★★★★☆ 3.6 (82)

"Having tried the three restaurants in this complex, the order for me goes something like: 1. Beatrice 2. Gepetto 3. Lexington. The food was a little uneven but on the whole, quite satisfying and the service, particularly in the lead-up to Christmas, was stellar. Our waiter was wonderful. He recommended a great cocktail for me when I said I was looking for a spicy margarita but didn't see something like it on the menu. The drink was cinnamon syrup, pineapple miso, and a spicy tequila base. Delicious, way too drinkable. Would've been perfect for the summer months. We were maybe one of three tables that night but our waiter was awesome and thoroughly on top of things, and even plated my parents' to-share orders on separate plates. The Cobb was all right, portion size was smaller than if I had ordered the same thing at Beatrice downstairs. A side note: so the Cobb salad with chicken costs $16 at Lexington, while the same Cobb salad at Beatrice costs $14. Same for the chopped salad. Maybe the $2 accounts for sit-down service? In any event, I'd skip the Cobb salad next time at the Lexington and go for the prime burger, which was cooked the perfect requested temperature. Don't forget to order the flan! It was smoother and thicker than other iterations I've tried and almost had the texture of uber-whipped cheesecake. Parking: 2-hour street options right outside. Overall, much easier to find parking here than in Kendall or other parts of Cambridge."

Tia's Waterfront

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (578) • $$

"Went for a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Service was quick and friendly. They have a wide selection of offerings so there's something for everyone. I got the chicken tacos which surpassed my expectations and my friends enjoyed their burgers. The cocktail I got was strong and worth every cent. There was no music playing so it was easy to converse with everyone in my party. I usually associate this place with just drinking but I will definitely be back for another meal."

Kenzoku Mazesoba

★★★★★ 4.6 (65) • $$

"Cute little noodle place that offers some delicious dishes. Service was quick and the servers were so nice and attentive. The place was minimal and very clean.I really enjoyed my sweet pork don and my friends were elated over their delicious noodle dishes! My dish was filling and really affordable. Excited to try more of their items next time."

Bostonian Market and Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (21)

"The very best clam chowder on the world. The ambience and the place was so very nice High top tables which were also very coolDon't miss this place."

Mama's Place

★★★★☆ 3.8 (202)

"Dining method: CateringItem(s) ordered: I ate the Cleopatra wrap, but we ordered several others.The review: The cleopatra wrap was brimming with tabouli (tabbouleh?) and flavor. For a vegan option, it proved very filling and flavorful. That being said, the falafel was very dry and, in the middle of a work meeting, that might not be the best to have in your throat. The catering arrived slightly late into the meeting, so I would just make sure they know if there's a hard deadline. Wonderful service. Everyone enjoyed a variety of the other wraps and sandwiches with meat, and said they were very good. I would totally go back to see what the actual restaurant looks like, and would love to try one of the Greek wraps next!"

Sultana's Bakery & Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (114) • $

"What a cute bakery!We've come here often and what keeps us coming back is the caprese acma. The flavors! The mozzarella, tomato, pesto are the best parts of a typical caprese sandwich. And add an acma to it? The flavor goes off the charts! And when you eat it piping hot, mmmm good.As for their other savory items, I've enjoyed the potato borek, mainly because the potato stuffing has actual spices! It's not plain potato and salt which is such a refreshing change. The mozarella pogaca is good too. Just an FYI, all of this can be quite heavy, so you might want to save some as a snack later.I enjoy their sweet baked goods too. The chocolate and almond caramel tart is such a huge slice (it is for ~$9) but was very tasty. They have cookies, and the almond sugar coated one is my favorite. But the absolute best is the baklava. Wow, the best baklava I've had. It was crisp on the outside, just enough syrup for the sweetness, and fresh pistachios in the center. Why did I only get one serving?!Definitely try this bakery, especially the Turkish delicacies. You'll love it!"

Livite

★★★★★ 4.7 (167) • $

"I am an aging millennial by all accounts so the only TikTok exposure I ever get is when one randomly pops up when I'm looking for recipes and cat videos but the TikTok I saw most recently was a compilation of chicken Caesar wraps. Which just so happened to be my staple back in college. I was a fiend for a good Caesar wrap. (Actually, the place I frequented all the time, Milano Market, is now viral.)I love that Livite does panini wraps, where they grill the wrap so it gets nice and toasty and melty on the inside. Of course I had to get the Caesar - they offer lots of modifications so you're free to swap things in and out depending on preferences and allergies. My husband got the Buffalo, which tasted pretty similar to the Caesar, only with hot sauce and blue cheese dressing. My one nit is that I assumed they'd mix everything together before putting it into a wrap, thus making it a true Caesar salad wrap, but instead it tasted like they assembled the ingredients separately. Thus creating the Chipotle burrito problem, where you get one bite of chicken, one bite of dressing and cheese, etc. Maybe their chicken salad wrap is what I'm thinking of and should have gotten. Anyway, this is all a rather academic point since I was starving so I ate the whole thing anyway. I liked the free side of plantain chips! The menu has salads and smoothies, which I'll have to try. A great, healthy option in Brookline. I didn't feel bloated or bogged down afterwards. Food came out very quickly. There's paid parking all along the street on the other side but I saw plenty of people just double park, run in, and grab their food."

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."

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."

Royal Pizza & Subs

★★★★☆ 4 (54) • $

"This place is okay. It's food that's pretty quick and okay if it's in walking distance since parking may be a problem. There are a couple of tables inside but it seems like it's all take out.I got a calzone, but it really was more like cheesy bread. A small was fine for two people to share and came with marinara sauce. It tasted fine for cheesy bread, but it was not like any calzone I've ever seen. So overall it was fine for a quick bite, but don't go out of your way.edit and star change: I didn't know different types of calzones made some not calzones. A cheese calzone makes it an entirely different dish? I am not here to help businesses but help other customers know what to expect. If the owner can't tell from a picture what we'd been served, that's a bad sign. If you think *I* am wrong for expecting a calzone to be a standard calzone because that food term has a certain meaning, then that's a bad business view. I don't want a refund, I just wanted to share my experience, and this comment would definitely deter me from coming back. Justice for calzones."

Rebelle Artisan Bagels

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (10)

"Soooo glad to have another bagel place in Cambridge! The bagels were great quality--soft on the inside, with a good crust on the outside. Only complaint was that the bagels were on the smaller side. Love all the creative cream cheese flavors they had--the beet, dill, horseradish cream cheese had such good flavor (with an extra little kick from the horseradish). I haven't tried them yet, but they also have a variety of dips, pastries, and I think they cure their salmon in-house (!!!). The interior is super cute and well designed, in love with the branding for this place. I believe they have just started making full bagel sandwiches, but I haven't had the chance to try. Will be coming again to try more bagels and sandwiches!"

Pinky's Famous Pizza

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (218)

"After receiving a recommendation from the staff at the hotel we were staying at, we ordered delivery from Pinky's Famous and were VERY satisfied with the result.Tip: The portion size for the wraps they make here are more than generousWe ordered a pizza and a chicken Parmesan wrap; they both arrived hot and smelling wonderful in just under 40 minutes. Our food tasted even better than it smelled :-)I have no idea what the restaurant itself actually looks like, but based on the taste and quality of the food I'd order from them again anytime!"