The Best Local Restaurants in Boston

Explore the best local restaurants in Boston. From trendy restaurants to authentic bistros, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Enjoy delicious vegan burgers at Eat At Jumbo's, savor the best roast chicken at The Abbey or pair gourmet food with crafted beer at Winter Hill Brewing. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Boston.

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Veggie Crust

A slice of nice

"Veggie Crust" in Boston is definitely not just another pizza joint; first off it's 100% vegetarian. They even have falafel pizza, and it's actually good!

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Apr 14, 2025

Sound Bites

A kinder, gentler breakfast tyrant

"Sound Bites" in Boston has a reputation. I also have a personal, touching story that has made me really like this breakfast cafe. I'll share it with you.

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Cris

Concepcion

Apr 9, 2025

Puritan & Company

A most indulgent brunch

"Puritan & Company" in Boston is a brunch spot when the day calls for luxury. The reason I go to this cafe is to indulge on their pastry basket...

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Cris

Concepcion

Apr 9, 2025

Casa Razdora

As made in Italy by Bostonians

"Casa Razdora" in Boston is an Italian restaurant where they love geeking out over Italian cuisine! I prefer going on Thursdays for the risotto special...

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Cris

Concepcion

Apr 9, 2025

Tanam

A feast for your eyes and your hands

"Tanam" in Boston is a kamayan, a Filipino banquet where food is everywhere & you don't have plates or utensils. Take your friends and enjoy food together.

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Cris

Concepcion

Apr 9, 2025

Tres Gatos

Books AND tapas AND jazz records? YES

"Tres Gatos" in Boston has a tapas restaurant as its front. At its back you'll find a well curated bookstore & a jazz record shop. It's the same business.

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Apr 9, 2025

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The Best Local Restaurants in Boston

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Restaurants

Supriya

Cris

You?

Sara

Megan

Zac

Kristian

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Supriya

Cris

You?

Sara

Megan

Zac

Kristian

Veggie Crust

A slice of nice

Kristian

Beck

Sound Bites

A kinder, gentler breakfast tyrant

Cris

Concepcion

Puritan & Company

A most indulgent brunch

Cris

Concepcion

Casa Razdora

As made in Italy by Bostonians

Cris

Concepcion

Tanam

A feast for your eyes and your hands

Cris

Concepcion

Tres Gatos

Books AND tapas AND jazz records? YES

Cris

Concepcion

Heading to Restaurants?

... for just €9.99

Going to Restaurants?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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