Restaurants in Allston

“One of the best full-service restaurants in Boston!”

“Came for lunch on a Monday and had our choice of seating. We opted for a booth, but the rest of the space was bright and airy and seems to be suited for groups of most sizes.

I got the Blackberry Bumble mocktail and the Sweet Potato Chickpea sandwich. The drink was tasty, as was the food. It came with a huge side of curly fries, which I was too full to finish.

Service was friendly and quick, and the bathrooms were nice and clean. I wish I could give 4.7 stars though, because by the end of our meal, there were tiny little gnats flying around and crawling on the table. Otherwise a lovely meal!”

“Decided to walk through Allston on a grody, misty afternoon and look for some food. Walked in by chance and at my SO’s insistence that we give it a look. I loved everything about the aesthetic, and enjoyed the soft music playing in the background. Being able to choose the ingredients I wanted - knowing they were organic and that they looked more than delicious raw...that was the absolute best part. The gentleman at the front was supremely helpful and answered any question thrown at him - by anyone in the shop. The price was more than worth the amount of food received, and the care extended to us as guests was wonderful. I absolutely would recommend anyone to give this a try. Don’t hesitate to ask a question, you will definitely get an answer. :)”

“Another wonderful family lunch today! Thank you Chris and the Carlo’s Cucina family. My second visit in three weeks. We’ll definitely be back! My new favorite dining spot on my visits to Allston, from the Cape. 👍🍽️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mark N.”

“For spicy lovers, Gamjatang and Shrimp Papaya Salad are recommended! Must try!!!”

“I get the same thing every time I go and I absolutely love it. The waitress that we normally have, I forget her name. She always makes some sort of recommendation. So we do get something new each time. I trust her recommendations. I love there, mule, drink. You can just always come on hot, fresh, tasty food. Each and every time”

“Great hotpot place! Food quality and service are good too. If you are looking for an all-you-can-eat hotpot place, this is one of the best! Love the beef bone broth.”

“Garlic noodles!!!!!!!!!!!!”

“Delicious sam gyeop sal! The smoky flavour from the grilled were excellent! Soulongtang was great but spicy kalbitang was a let down, the meat was so tough I thought I would break my teeth. Great service, worth a visit if you’re in the area, just don’t order the kalbitang”

“Delicious authentic food, very friendly staff. Def worth it!”

“One of the best sushi spots in town. True hole in the wall in Allston/brighton. The owner is the sweetest man, the sushi is always FRESH and delicious. And the miso soup!?? Perfect. I always come here when I need some sushi. Great price for the incredible quality. Would recommend over and over again.”

“This is one of my favorite restaurants! My friend told me about this place last year and I am so glad that she did. The staff is so friendly and accommodating and the food always tastes so fresh and delicious! If you enjoy top notch Korean food, this is your place!”

“I normally take more photos but I was extremely hungry and forgot to, mb team. I highly recommend you get reservations by calling in there is not a lot of room in this establishment. The selection is amazing compared to a lot of other shabu shabu or hotspot places. You order on an iPad and the food starts appearing at your table. There is a 20% gratuity for groups which is very fair and nothing crazy. I recommend you get the premium and make sure to finish with ice cream before the timer ends ⏲️ ‼️.”

“Some of my favorite wings around! The grilled chicken sandwich is also a must try; everything is incredibly juicy and flavorful. Highly recommend their cauliflowers as well”

“If you're looking for an Allston bar with great food and a nostalgic vibe, Hopewell is the spot. They have daily specials-half-off chicken sandwich Wednesdays is my favorite. With a full bar and kitchen that is open until 12ish, it is the perfect spot for an after class meal or food with friends even late.”

“First time having a MOCHI DONUT. Flippin’ awesome, and couldn’t recommend them enough if you’re a pastry lover.”

“Came in on a Sunday evening when every other hot pot spot in Allston had lines out the door. This was the only place where we could sit right away. Based on the name, I assumed it was strictly a hot pot joint, but the menu was much broader. Standard QR code ordering system, food came out fast.

Most of my friends recommended the dry pots, so we went with pork and beef versions, plus a regular pork hot pot for comparison. All pots come with six toppings by default (vegetables and noodles), with proteins as add-ons. Even with extras, each pot was under $25, and the portions were huge. The regular hot pot was fine, but the dry pots had way more flavor and heat. Since I don’t have dry pots often, it’s difficult to say whether this was top tier, but most of the toppings were good quality.

We also tried the stir-fried string beans and chili wontons, both solid. But knowing how big the pots were, we probably could’ve skipped the sides.

Overall not as flashy as the big-name hot pot spots nearby, but way easier to get into and much cheaper. Might come back for the dry pots.”

“Large pizza for ~$20, always fast and fresh. Our go-to place for 2 years now bc of the great crust, flavorful pizza, and reliability.

We live neaeby so we often order pickup via UberEats and it's always ready in 10 mins. One time I forgot to order ahead so I walked up to the counter and they were also done in 10 min!

Seating area is limited and quite small and parking is terrible but that's on par for the area lol not their fault. Nowhere to park on this streer but there's 3 towing companies prowling around.”

“Great experience this afternoon. Sat outside and the service was great. The food was delicious! We had a flat bread and two pita wrapped sandwiches. The freshly made pita bread is delicious! Looking forward to going back!”

“I’ve lived in Thailand for 3 years (Huai-Kwang) and I can confidentially say this restaurant resembles the closest tastes to the food I’ve eaten during my time there.

I have tried at least 15 different Thai places in Boston and I will say - this is the best.

The flavors are as close to Thailand as you can get, which I never thought could be replicated here. It took me back for a minute lol.

I will still have to try some dishes, like som tam, to see if it has that taste I’m used to… or if it’s lacking dried shrimp.

This location is also significantly better and more authentic than the other Laughing Monk locations.”

“Chariles pizza has an old world ambience and the food transports you back in time when the veggies were fresh and the crust was freshly baked and the pizzas were a delicacy and not an everyday thing. Their marinara sauce is sublime. Charlie is very warm and has a great sense of what someone might like.”

“Pleasant employees! Wonderful good was really great!!”

“is the best ever ice crem a had in my life”

“Asia Wok is a local favorite and has been for decades. Before that the current owner worked for Tom, in his beautiful restaurant on Brighton Avenue. It has the old style Cantonese American food that I grew up with and still love. Food is delicious and the restaurant has the best value for the money of any eatery in Allston. The owner does his own delivery and the chefs are the real deal. If you miss that kind of delicious Chinese food this is definitely the place to order from.”

“This was the first time I had food from the Indian Kitchen. I ordered take-out. It was ready in a timely manner. The staff were very friendly. The mild chicken & lamb curries and the garlic naan were delicious. I will definitely be back.”

“1st time. It was great. Good food!!!! Well packaged. Driver was so polite. I will order again from them ❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“I really enjoyed the food here. Everything we ordered was full of flavor and felt thoughtfully prepared. The balance in the dishes was just right, and you can tell the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. The service was also great. Everyone on the staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome.

We did get asked to switch tables shortly after sitting down, which could have been a little frustrating, but they handled it so well. They offered a warm and sincere apology, and the way they approached it actually made us feel good about moving. It felt like they really cared about our experience.

The only downside was that the food took a while to come out. It wasn’t a major issue, but it’s worth noting if you’re on a tight schedule. Thankfully, the quality of the food made the wait feel worth it.

All in all, this place left a great impression on me. The food was delicious, the service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I’d definitely come back and recommend it to friends.”

“We went there for lunch and had the gyoza and their signature flavor Shio ramen and the Kara miso(spicy). They were really good. Both broth were very rich in flavors and just the right thickness in consistency for the broth to and noodles.”

“Great beef & noodle Pho Salad 😋”

“We have been ordering beans from Wolf and the gang for a couple of months now. the coffee is amazing and the customer service is top-notch - no matter how many times my wife picks the wrong delivery schedule! She suggested I write that.”

“I ordered the Beef Noodle Soup. Very generous portions, good prices, and delicious broth. Minus one star only because the beef was a bit dry, I would have preferred a slightly fattier cut if possible. Other than that, absolutely delicious and would definitely come again. Photo of menu attached taken on 6/29/24.”

“A gem of a Korean restaurant. Absolutely delicious food, generous portions with fresh ingredients. The food is ready in a very short time. Also great for take out when you don't want to cook. Perillas has become my husband's go to and favorite meal. We are very grateful for such high quality food in our neighborhood.”

“I love having breakfast at this place. Serpme breakfast for 2 never disappoints! Sucuk with eggs is to die for. Their borek is very good too 😍It is a lot of food, come hungry!”

“Wow what can I say, dumpling kingdom is a staple, is a classic, is ms reliable, she’s consistent. It’s worth it every time. It’s an Allston mainstay for a reason. Don’t be fooled, she has something to say too. Try it, try the classics try something new everything’s good,no, great. Trust.”

“Humble interior compare to the delicious foods here. Reasonable price based on its dish portion. Authentic Cantonese dishes, well cooked. It majorly attracts the students from nearby colleges.”

“I’ve been here few times, and I would say their food is getting better. Always enjoyed their hainan chicken. Today I tried baked pork chops with spaghetti, and became my new favorite dish. Generous portion, we always have some leftover to bring home. Clean and nice environment with friendly staff.”

“after constantly seeing super long lines here I decided to stop in and I can confidently say that I will be returning!! I got the coconut mango blue drink and it was the most delicious thing ever- real coconut and real mango and im still unsure on what the blue stuff is but this drink was delightful. I went around 4pm on a wednesday and there was no line!”

“This store has the best service! Staffs are super friendly and professional. Visit several times and was amazed by their quickness and kindness every time. Highly recommend. :)”

“We’ve recently started spending more time around the Brookline and Allston area, and this Saturday we decided to give BOS’ SiChuan Taste (一碟川菜馆) a try. First of all, it was surprisingly easy to find street parking nearby. After checking with the owner, we were happy to hear that they welcome well-behaved dogs to dine with you—our husky Max was able to sit with us instead of waiting in the car, which made our experience even better.

Unlike many other places, the owner and staff here are actually from Sichuan, and you can really feel that in both their hospitality and the food. The dishes were authentic and flavorful—especially the cold noodles, which reminded us of the real taste we’ve missed for a long time. The fish dish we ordered was also cooked in a unique Sichuan style: very refresh, tender and delicious, and with no fishy smell at all.

Even Max got treated to a bowl of ice water!

We truly loved the experience and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for real Sichuan food, especially if you want to avoid the crowds of Boston’s Chinatown.”

“Visited the Starbucks on Commonwealth Avenue and had such a great experience! Jayren’s hospitality was absolutely amazing , she makes you feel welcome. She’s also incredibly skilled at making Frappuccinos. I’m usually not a fan of matcha, but the strawberry matcha was surprisingly amazing ! The jalapeño chicken pocket was also fantastic. Big thanks to Jayrens for making the visit so enjoyable! Please say big thanks to her from my side.”

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