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1. Winsor Dim Sum Café
Winsor has to be my favorite dim sum place in Chinatown. The servers are friendly but just remember there will be a language barrier so work with it. Its very busy so be prepared to share a table with others to get a seat faster--or just a wait…More »
2. Istanbul'lu
I've been to Istanbul'lu a couple of times & have had a great experience every time. The place is small, simply decorated, & the service is friendly. The table bread and red pepper sauce is a yummy.
So far I've tried the Zucchini fritters, Lentil…More »
3. Bom Cafe
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 864-0395
Bom Cafe is the old Muqueca spot revamped into a beautiful, bright, lovely cafe with delicious food at very reasonably prices. We stopped in for a breakfast and were pleasantly surprised by the food and value. We both had the Brazilian breakfast…More »
4. Atwood's Tavern
Have to say that I've been unimpressed with the food here lately. The veggie burger was not very good and the poutine (which is no longer on their menu anymore) came out burnt & inedible. The mussels had Andouille sausage in them which created an off…More »
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8/5/2009
Friday night:
Fantastic band especially the guy playing the banjo!
Very eclectic and cool crowd
Super… Read more »
5. Greek Corner Restaurant
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 661-5655
Categories:
Greek,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhood: North Cambridge
The appetizer sampler w/ dolmathakia, tsatziki, taramosalata, spinach pie,hommus, tabouleh, feta cheese, eggplant salad and olives--Perfect way to start a meal! The taramosalata (Red caviar blend) is AMAZING!!
The Falafel pita wrap with side of lemon…More »
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10/19/2008
Great food at great prices with great service--what more could you ask for?? The gyro was very… Read more »
6. Otto Pizza
I have a crush on Otto. It's tasty, creative, fast, filling and cheap. My favorite is the Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Cranberry--simple yet flavorful & delicious. The Pulled Pork & Mango and White Bean, Sausage, Herb & Red Flake are also very good.…More »
7. Sweet Chili
We stopped into Sweet Chili for lunch after a Penzey Spice shopping spree. The restaurant is cute, clean, and simply decorated. Our server was attentive and the food came out very quickly. The tea was also lovely and I love their cups and plates.
I…More »
8. Border Café
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-6100
Categories:
Tex-Mex,
Cajun/Creole
Neighbourhood: Harvard Square
Great Tex Mex food!!! The Gulf Cost Enchiladas are my favorite. The salsa is very tasty, the chips are very fresh and the margaritas are yummy!
Its Tex/Mex not real authentic Mexican/Spanish food--if you want that check out Tacos Lupita, Tacos Locos.…More »
9. Oasis Brazilian Restaurant
We went there on a Fri. night at 7pm. The food was Great!! We had the combo fajitas and the Bourbon Chicken-- the chicken was very delicious and very well seasoned. The fajitas were also very tasty and came in a huge portion. The potato salad was…More »
10. El Potro
We were looking for some authentic Latin food and definitely found it at El Porto! Dinner on Fri. night at about 6pm and we were the only table in the house. The restaurant is simple and cute whole in the wall which is very clean--nothing fancy or…More »
11. Delux Café
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 338-5258
Categories:
Bars,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: South End
Really cool little hang out bar in the South End. Super cheap drinks especially for the South End!! Very friendly and efficient service. Delux has a really fun & cool decor-- like a decorated dive bar!
The Delux Grilled Cheese is very tasty!!…More »
12. Rudy's Café
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 623-9201
Rudy's is a great spot for a Tex-Mex meal. The restaurant is cute, small and simply decorated. There a great selection of margaritas that are strong, delicious and pretty cheap. Try the Horny Toad--yummy! The staff is friendly and the food comes out…More »
13. Ernesto's
Love the pizza here! They have so many choices and everything is really tasty!
The ckn rancho is delicious and I also had the shrimp scampi which was also really tasty.
The slices are super big--like 2 pieces for the price of 1!
We have been to…More »
14. Tacos Lupita - CLOSED
Super tasty & super cheap!! Tacos Lupita is a little gem in Somerville!
The beef burrito was great, the pork mulitas were very yummy! The guac was also really good--which is my test of a good Spanish place and the passed 2 thumbs up! El Salvadorean…More »
15. Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 491-1160
Categories:
Bars,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Harvard Square
The service was great and the beer is cheap! We went there during happy hour so the food was half off and for those prices the food was good. I would not eat there if it wasn't happy hour as the food is not that great but its a cool joint for drinks.…More »
16. Bob's Italian Food Store
Living down the street from Bob's is both a blessing and a curse. The subs are amazing: huge, fresh and delicious! The ckn parm, eggplant parm and basil, mozz, tomato & prosciutto subs are some of my favorites. The prices are very reasonable and the…More »
17. Flatbread Company
Pizza and bowling--Sounds like a great combination in theory.
4 stars for the pizza: The Coevolution and BBQ pork pizzas were delicious! The topping balanced on the crust and everything was properly cooked. I love that they use organic produce, free…More »
18. The Hen House Wings 'n Waffles
If there were a plethora of Chicken and Waffles in Boston this would be a 3 star but given the lack there of this is going to be a 4 star!
Great concept, Clean restaurant, Great Food, and Great Service!
They get the 4th star for offering multi-grain…More »
19. Ronnarong Thai Tapas Bar
I've been here twice and have enjoyed the experience both times. It's more like 3.5 stars but I'm rounding up.
The service was friendly and attentive. It's nicely decorated, small, and inviting which makes it a nice date spot.
The Paradise Beef &…More »
20. Crazy Dough's Pizza
I have been to Crazy Dough about 4 times and I enjoyed it every time.
The place is clean and the staff has been very friendly every time. The PBR for a $1 is a great way to wash down the pizza! The prices are pretty cheap and the quality is good.…More »
21. Sunset Grill And Tap
Allston, MA 02134
(617) 254-1331
Categories:
Bars,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Allston/Brighton
Super tasty food!! LOTS OF BEER!! Good service & cheap prices!-- What more do I need to say!?
22. Redbones
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 628-2200
I lived in the South for many years and Red Bones serves up some tasty BBQ. I enjoy the laid back vibe and colorful, funky, and random decor. The service is usually fast and friendly. The beer list offers a great selection and they also have beer…More »
23. Renee's Cafe
I've been frequenting Renee's for the past few months and they have replaced Ball Square Cafe as my go to breakfast spot. We have yet to wait in line and we usually get there before 10-10:30. I love that the staff is not trying to rush you even…More »
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8/21/2009
I've been to Renee's a few times and every experience was great. The serivce is fast and everyone is… Read more »
24. Lady Siam
Arlington, MA 02476
(781) 583-7187
Categories:
Thai,
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Arlington Center
Good lunch experience at Lady Siam. We got there around 12:30pm and it was quite in there. The restaurant is small, clean and sparsely decorated. Our waitress was friendly and attentive.
We started with the Crab Rangoon which was tasty--not the best…More »
25. Teele Square Café - CLOSED
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-0082
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Teele Square
Very cute breakfast spot with a super friendly staff and solid food. The fun and colorful decor is a nice touch.
My vanilla cappuccino was properly made and lovely. I had the spinach, bacon, onion, and swiss omelet served with home fries & multigrain…More »
26. Channel Café
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 426-0695
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Waterfront, South Boston
Channel Cafe was the perfect spot for laid back Fri. night dinner. The vibe is funky, cool and artsy. The space is huge yet inviting since the cafe itself is small and cozy. The gallery is wonderful and served as a great conservation starter.
We got…More »
27. Blue Ribbon BBQ
Arlington, MA 02476
(781) 648-7427
Stopped into Blue Ribbon for BBQ while on girls night out. I've heard great things about this place so maybe my expectations were a bit high. The counter service was fast and friendly and the prices were reasonable.
I had the pulled pork sandwich…More »
28. Moody's Falafel Palace
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 864-0827
Categories:
Fast Food,
Middle Eastern
Neighbourhood: Central Square
Great falafel & shawarma! Very cute & tiny hole in wall with really friendly service. Its super cheap and very tasty! We will be back!
29. Penang
The food at Penang is consistently good. I've been to the one in NY and its almost the same here in Boston. The Roti canai was really delicious! I had the Nasi Lemak and that was really yummy-- the chicken curry was flavorful and the fried anchovies…More »
30. El Triunfo
Fresh, tasty, and super cheap food!! What else do you need??
The tacos are my favorite. The burritos are good also. The portion sizes are small compared to Chipotle but the quality is very good.
Always a great lunch take out spot and the food is…More »
31. Fasika Ethiopian Restaurant
This was my second visit to Fasika and they did not disappoint. Granted it's not a place for ambiance but the food makes up for it. Plus I love random stuff and this is definetly one of the more random places I've been to. The staff is friendly but…More »
32. Olde Magoun's Saloon
Somerville, MA 02145
(617) 776-2600
Categories:
Irish,
Sports Bars,
American (Traditional)
Definitely an awesome find off the beaten path in Somerville. The space is warm, cozy, and inviting. Lovely dark wood bar, lots of seating and comfortable high tops. They have plenty of tv's and some games including buck hunter (I can't kill cute…More »
33. M & M Ribs
Yuummy! I stopped by M & M for lunch today and it was worth the drive. It's easy to find and located in a sand lot off Hampden St. The lady that took my order & prepared my order was very sweet & friendly.
The bbq chicken, candied yams, red beans &…More »
34. Taco Loco
The tacos & burritos are huge & stuffed with all the essential ingredients that make them soo delicious: guac, cheese, sour cream, salsa. The roasted pork is by far my favorite filling though the beef & ckn are both very tasty. The rice & beans are…More »
35. Taqueria el Amigo
Lovely little hole in the wall that serves up some delicious Mexican food bargain prices! The service was very friendly and the menu has a great variety of options. The chips and salsa is very good-- super fresh & flavorful. The tacos al pastor was…More »
36. Tampopo
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 868-5457
Category:
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Porter Square
Small place, good food, cheap prices, and friendly service. They offer some great veggie options and the fried pork katsu bowl was delicious-- I loved the spicy sauce! The portions are very filling and everything came out pretty quickly. I haven't…More »
37. Mike & Patty's
I love this place!! We stopped in for breakfast sandwiches early on a Sunday morning & were able to beat the crowd. The space is sooooo small that it's amazing to see people can create these lovely sandwiches in such tight spot.
I had the breakfast…More »
38. The Lower Depths
We pre-gamed at The Lower Depths before thurs nights sox game & I was pleasantly surprised by the food & beer selection. The beer selection is amazingly large and the bottle list goes on for pages. I stuck with the draft gritty's black fly stout on…More »
39. Mt Everest Kitchen - CLOSED
Allston, MA 02134
(617) 254-4912
Category:
Himalayan/Nepalese
Neighbourhood: Allston/Brighton
We were 1 of 2 tables there on a Fri night... strange
The restaurant is clean, warm, and simply decorated with pics of Mt. Everest that made for interesting diner conversation.
Our server was very helpful and friendly.
We started with the Sabjee Mo Mo-…More »
40. Le's Restaurant
Good, cheap, and quick= my 3 favorite descriptive words when looking for a meal in Harvard Square. The seafood pho with extra veggies is tasty and filling, the avocado shakes are delicious, and the noodle dishes are pretty solid. The service is…More »
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