ZA
Neighborhood: East Arlington

138 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02474

Jim K. writes: I took a friend from out of town here for lunch. It's casual, but nice. The menu features unique combinations for salads and pizzas. We shared the mac and cheese pizza which was awesome and each had our own salad. I forget what mine was called, but…

Kupel's Bagel

421 Harvard St
Brookline, MA 02445

Rebecca H. writes: Definitely the place to start a perfect Sunday morning.

I ordered a black and white bagel with light miami lox cream cheese, tomato, and onion.  It was the best bagel of my life.

Go here for the bagels.  I've ordered baked good before and wasn't as…

Taco Loco

44 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02143

Pete S. writes: One of the freshest, cheapest, most delicious taco places around.  If they chose to expand, Anna's and Boca Grande would go immediately out of business.

I hesitated a long time in reviewing Taco Loco because this is the frontier of Somerville, in many…

Crate & Barrel
Neighborhood: Back Bay

777 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Yihwa H. writes: This place makes me want to be all perky and domesticated, and redo my entire apartment just the way they are making me think I want to. Does that make any sense? I sometimes like to come in and look at all the perfect things I can't have. What I…

Tango Restaurant
Neighborhood: Arlington Center

464 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02474

Sarah C. writes: Yum! This place is seriously delicious! It has more than just steak... try the swordfish or Salmon... or everything else! These people LOVE their restaurant which absolutely translates in the service.  I felt so welcome there, like I was a special…

Reef Cafe
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

170 Brighton Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Yihwa H. writes: If I've said this statement before, ignore my past comments and listen to me now - wallah, this is the best Lebanese food in the Boston area! I love this place! I was already pleased by the Lebanese flag in the window (ah, the pride, and justifiably…

It Rains Fishes - Imari

14 Thompson St
Winchester, MA 01890

Maritza M. writes: Great thai soup!

If you're willing to take a trip outside of this city, this place is worth it!
I love their spicy thai noodle soup with beef.  The meat is good quality and make sure to ask for extra basil.  AND it's served in a cool bowl.

The Junction
Neighborhood: South Boston

110 Dorchester St
Boston, MA 02127

DiDi V. writes: What's your function, Junction?

Tuesday Trivia, decent (spicy...ariba ariba!) pub food, a nice waitress, an "all that for only $60??? bill," and stools.

Yeah, I'll give you the extra star because I'm feeling good about knowing enough about Lesotho,…

Bella Vista
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

288 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

Kymm P. writes: A small, intimate family-run restaurant. I brought several of my friends here for a nice Italian dinner and I was completely satisfied.

At Bella Vista, my meal was delicious. I ordered linguine with clams in a red sauce and it was utterly delicious.…

Rachel's Kitchen

12 Church Street
Bay Village
Boston, MA 02116

Robert G. writes: There are no words to describe how amazing this little cafe is!  Fresh food, great conversation, and breakfast served all day - what more can you ask for.
Rachel's is a tiny restaurant in cozy Bay Village, but the food inside deserves to be served on…

Jacob Wirth Restaurant
Neighborhood: Chinatown

37 Stuart St
Boston, MA 02116

Spencer n. writes: If you like beer and lots of fried food that ends in -itzel...than hell yeah this is your place!! The beer selection is a bit crazy but so far ive enjoyed what ive had there. The burgers and sandwiches are really good. Im not usually impressed by…

Circles - A Knitting Salon
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

555 Amory Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

B P. writes: On my way to the SoJust (http://www.yelp.com/bi...) event where I knit my first stitches, I got off the (un-scary) Orange line a stop early to pick up knitting supplies from Circles. It was a rainy, drab October day, but Circles was just as cozy as a…

JP Licks
Neighborhood: Davis Square

4A College Ave
Somerville, MA 02144

Hana T. writes: Let's go!
blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, strawberry...
blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, strawberry...
merry-merry-go-round, funky funny playground
merry-merry-go-round, funky funny playground

Let's go!
lollipop, candy shop, mint drop, chocolate…

Museum of Bad Art

580 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026

Laura M. writes: My boyfriend and I went here on one of our first dates, years ago. It truly is an unbelievable experience -- terrible art down in a basement, lit by a single flickering fluorescent bulb, next to the men's room. (Sometimes you can hear people peeing…

Marathon Sports
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1654 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

Jessika D. writes: I hadn't bought sneakers in like 5 years and mine are falling apart. I also have extremely tiny and narrow feet and most shoes, including sneakers give me blisters. The BF said to go to Marathon cause they will do a shoe fitting and because they know…

Toscano Restaurant
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

47 Charles St
Boston, MA 02114

Jasmine S. writes: I went to dinner here yesterday and it was almost perfect.  The ambiance is lovely--what a beautiful dining room!  They had some great vegetarian selections.  The tomato bread soup is fabulous--a very rich and saucy dish, which pairs nicely with the…

Caffe Paradiso
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

255 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

MiRIAM w. writes: I phoned my favorite Washingtonian at the Nine Zero Hotel and requested he bring back cannolis from his business trip to Boston. Not only did he oblige me, he even went to two different shops to accomplish the mission. The cannoli he brought me back…

Simon's Coffee Shop
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1736 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

ack c. writes: scene: new to the neighborhood, still tired from moving, go on a long jog and want coffee to warm me up.

i order a latte and hope for the best.  

i open the lid and they've managed to make a heart in the foam.

and it was delicious.  i love starbucks,…

Sullivan's

2080 Day Blvd
South Boston, MA 02127

Louis C. writes: Hi, Sully's!! Are you serious. Sully's is a past time tradition.

When I'm calling my friends and asking them if they know what day it is and they say "no?" and I tell them it's Sullivan's Day, YOU KNOW IT'S A GOOD DAY!!!

I live for Sullivan's.…

Party Favors
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

1356 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02446

Liz D. writes: After slicking your hand across various lubes at the nearby Good Vibrations, you really work up an appetite for cupcakes!

I have recently become disenchanted with Lulu's baked goods, Bovas, Mikes, and most other cakes in the Boston area, I was about…

Maria's Pastry Shop

46 Cross St
Boston, MA 02113

Damien S. writes: THE underrated, overlooked pastry shop in the North End. Nay, New England. Nay, the woooorrrrrrrllllllld (except Italy, I'd assume.)

Anyone who doesn't offer filled-to-order cannolis belongs in the fifth circle of Hell. Those who eat the overflowing,…

Porter Exchange
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139

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Cyclorama
Neighborhood: South End

539 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02116

Liz D. writes: This is an amazing event space.

I been engraved here at the Boston Tattoo Convention and most recently returned for the StyleFixx's Girls Night Out.  Two entirely different experiences.

For the tattoo convention, the space was large enough to…

Brenden Crocker's Wild Horse Cafe

392 Cabot St
Beverly, MA 01915

Chloe D. writes: Mmm Wild Horse. Really swank upscale joint, sit on some cushy couches while you eat, or hang out at the bar. I've had some excellent roast duck here in the past, and most recently the nachos have become one of my favorites. No worries about skimping…

Shear Madness

74 Warrenton St
Boston, MA 02116

Chloe D. writes: And Every Now and Then I Fall Apart......

One of my favorite things that I've done this year is make it to the Charles Playhouse to see Shear Madness. I had heard talk of it, but I'm not terribly into drama or the "performing arts" so I was never…

Japonaise Bakery and Cafe

1020 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02446

Tom E. writes: How not to impress the very attractive server...
1. Engage in polite inquiries about the options
2. Order the adzuki bean cream bun and cup of Earl Grey
3. Smile and make a joke about the English needing milk in their tea
4. Take a huge bite out of the…

Ristorante Marino and Market
Neighborhood: North Cambridge

2465 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Mats K. writes: I went here for the first time last night and was very impressed by the atmosphere and the food.   Apparently they try to keep everything organic and it shows in the taste, even though I am not usually an organic fan.

Unfortunately though I discovered…

Massimino's
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

207 Endicott St
Boston, MA 02113

Ligaya T. writes: Maybe that warm mom-in-the-kitchen embrace that I'm seeking for my go-to Italian place is just a pipe dream. Reading the reviews I had hope. With it's heaps of perfect pasta and spectacular sauce this spot could have been a contender had it not been…

Savenor's Market
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

160 Charles St
Boston, MA 02114

Melissa C. writes: I like this little store. There are cute little touches everywhere. The produce always looks wonderful. It's super tiny and has limited selection, but what it carries is good. The cheese selection is varied and quality.

Today, I found chestnuts in…

Figs
Neighborhood: Charlestown

67 Main St
Charlestown, MA 02129

Jason B. writes: Great Pizza, great pizza, great pizza. Owned by Todd English, it's high-quality ingredients meets a tested recipe for success in a storefront that is incredibly teeny, but offers a nice atmosphere nonetheless.

Food - Great. Flatbread pizza, freshest…

Masala Art

990 Great Plain Ave
Needham, MA 02492

Stephanie B. writes: I love this place.  My wife's birthday was Sunday she had her pick of any place to go to eat.  Here was where is wanted to go.  It was early so we decided to have the lunch buffet.  The food was hot and wonderful and the service was tops.

Lanna Thai Diner

901 Main Street
Woburn, MA 01801

Matthew A. writes: I was so excited when I saw this place I nearly wet myself. A cool old train diner car that serves awesome Thai food AND is BYOB!! I can add this to both my Yelp lists I thought to myself!!
It was early as I entered, only 5:30, so I was the only…

Lekker Unique Home Furnishings
Neighborhood: South End

1317 Washington St
Boston, MA 02118

Aaron H. writes: Gorgeous furniture that explores the raw beauty of oak, teak, and walnut.  Clean modern lines, but also very solid and somewhat rustic.  Most of the furniture items are made by a Belgian company named Ethnicraft.  Five stars for quality and the…

Athena Salon and Spa
Neighborhood: Back Bay

669 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Ryan W. writes: I can't believe no one has mentioned Olga, because she is awesome and has given me a series of some of the best haircuts and coloring combos of my life.  She brought out waves in my hair that I didn't know existed.  Her style is so distinct that when…

Al's State Street Cafe

110 State Street
Boston, MA 02109

Jenna C. writes: I come here everyday for lunch. Everyday.
And probably will as long as I work in the area.

When I first started going I'd get an Insalada Mon-Thurs and a small chicken salad sub on Friday. But one day Jeffrey H. came up with an amazing plan: Why not…

Navy Yard Bistro & Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Charlestown

1 First Avenue
Charlestown, MA 02129

Steve s. writes: Ah the Navy Yard.  In 1972, Massachusetts was the only state to not vote for Richard Nixon.  When he was voted in  a landslide, he pulled the Navy from the yard.  We responded by gentrifying the area.  

Payback is not a b..., as it turns out.

Which…

Galleria Umberto
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

289 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

Tom E. writes: Sadly waiting in line for more than 20 mins here is a self-defeating exercise. Waiting for an hour like I did is torture. And waiting that long with on a first date with a girl that later tells you her favourite meal is a Taco Bell with Mountain Dew…

Ikea

1 Ikea Way
Stoughton, MA 02072

Mats K. writes: Having grown up in Sweden IKEA (pronounced ick-eeah by Swedes) has always been a staple for furniture needs.  Growing up as a kid I had an IKEA bunk bed, and of course BILLY, the bookshelf.

Essentially, IKEA is a furniture store that strives to sell…

Boloco
Neighborhood: Financial District

133 Federal Street
Boston, MA 02110

Aretha W. writes: I LOVE BOLOCO!!!

I have seriously never eaten a wrap or a burrito in my life before coming here. (Is that weird?)... anyway, I came in because I got a coupon for a small burrito for a buck. My boyfriend insisted that the Steak Buffalo wrap was the…

Toro
Neighborhood: South End

1704 Washington St
Boston, MA 02118

Ligaya T. writes: There's a print of Frieda Kahlo with "Diego" tattooed to her neck, sipping a 40 oz of Old E. It's just that kind of place.

Classic, funky with a streak of irony. Romance was inevitable...

Oh Toro, it had been too long since we've been together.
And…