Restaurants in Allston

“I really appreciate a food court out here in Brighton/Allston, especially one with local shops and a variety of cuisines. Signage is helpful and I appreciate how many of the businesses are using digital tools like ordering tablets to help bridge language gaps.The building has seen better days but the tables are always clean; it offers a lot of options for seating, both large tables for groups and quiet side tables for eating alone. I would like if there were temporary signs on the vacant locations just saying that they're closed & looking for new occupants, because they just look abandoned right now.”

“Amazing food and staff! Our family loves the BBQ chicken, tofu soup and bulgogi. The glass noodle soup is also yummy. The bonchon (complementary small plates) are fantastic. Staff is super friendly. Warm environment.”

“With Arms Wide Open, I embraced the sweet indulgence that is Sloane's! This dessert haven is a Higher Power, elevating the art of sweets to new heights. The Funfetti Cake is a With Arms Wide Open moment - a masterpiece of moist vanilla, swirled with a rainbow of sprinkles, and topped with a creamy frosting that will leave you Breathless.And don't even get me started on the Homemade Snickers Bars - a One Last Breath of pure bliss! Crunchy peanuts, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate come together in perfect harmony, like Scott Stapp's powerful vocals soaring through a soulful ballad.In short, Sloane's is a Must-See, a culinary Creed-ential that will leave you screaming "What's This Life For" if you don't try it! So, go ahead, indulge in these sinful treats, and let the sweetness wash over you like a gentle Rain."”

“Manager was really sweet! I had never been before and I went with my friend and he recommended that we don’t go over a certain weight and it was the perfect amount! Delicious broth and spice level!”

“Huge portions, you must get the house prepared fettucine if you are offered a pasta option. The staff was very friendly and being our first time helped us pick out great options for dinner (she told us about the fettucine). We were sat quickly. Only unfortunate thing is the door bringing so much outside cold air in to the small restaurant, they do try hard to cut down on the cold air by keeping a curtain pulled to try to block it as best they can. Can't wait to go back.”

“food was decent i had the hot honey bacon grilled cheese with a side of fries and i would have it again. The service was excellent and it was a very nice place to eat at.”

“Really delicious food and casual + friendly atmosphere. We tried different dishes and the flavors are like nothing we've ever tried before--really enjoyable experience and an instant favorite. We especially appreciated that they had a vegetarian menu, so it made it easy to try all sorts of food. Another plus is that you can buy some of the foods to go as they have an assortment of pre-packaged foods to bring home, like balachaung (a topping we ordered for the food that was super delicious).Vegetarian options: Had a separate vegetarian only menu, easy to choose from.Kid-friendliness: Very casual atmosphere, great for families and kids (as long as kids enjoy the food!)”

“I have been to DLY several times this past year and it is one of my favorite mala hotpot places. It is a newer spot and I like it's small, nicely decorated atmosphere.The first time I went I was shocked by how spicy the medium spice mala broth is (in a good way)! They do tell you it is spicy and it makes me sad to see people give lower reviews only because the broth was spicy because that's what szechuan/chongqing broth is! Theirs is especially spicy though even compared to medium at other places in Boston.I only get the spicy mala broth here. One thing I like is that after 10 they give 20% off discount! Prices are still comparable to other premium hotpot places but the late hours and discount sets it apart from other places.I love their knife cut noodles and it's only $1.99 per order. Other ingredients I have gotten are the beef plate and boneless short rib, bok choy, tofu skin, tofu puff, and enoki mushrooms. They also have other specialty dishes like milky beef, beef tripe, etc. Although it is not my favorite spot of all time in Boston, I think the late night hours and late night discount make it better than other places in some ways. The service here is quick and everyone is friendly and attentive to all your needs. Highly recommend this spot but definitely don't get the spicy broth if you don't like extremely numbing spice.”

“Never too packed, great service, drinks, and a low-key atmosphere. Go alone or with friends, you'll enjoy it either way!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian broths are available...the tomato broth is a little sweet, but good, and the mushroom broth is a newfound favorite! There are also veggie and different types of tofu options too.”

“With parents from China, this is one of our go to places. Gets quite busy and interior arrangement seating is quite crowded but good service and great food that tastes authentic.”

“Cozy atmosphere, decent prices, free miso soup no matter what you order.Server kept forgetting items in our order but we would ask and he would say they're on their way.. I assure you, the tea coming after the sushi boat was made and eaten was definitely a forgotten tea.They have gluten free soy sauce and as a vegetarian I was able to eat a cucumber avocado roll.Vegetarian options: Not labeled on menu but you could ask.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free soy sauce.”

“I really enjoyed the food. I had chicken shawarma and Zataar and cheese flatbread and the flavours were superb. I want to thank Gabriella, Isabella and Turan for explaining the menu thoroughly!”

“Best place to eat real food. We mostly go there during lunch with coworkers and it never disappoints. Great food, everything is tasty, not super expensive (not cheap) and very warm and efficient service. Haven't tried any drinks though. Beef biria is top notch.Wheelchair accessibility: Smooth wide entrance”

“Great customer service starting with a cup of warm water for asian customers，so sweet. We only ordered grilled Skewer, tastes great！One of the best in the east coast I have had. Will definitely come back. My favorite is signature chicken gristle.”

“Brunch is so incredible, I am so surprised there wasn't a wait for a seat. Breakfast sandwich was terrific. Drinks, so refreshing and hot donuts. What more can you ask for?”

“Tried their California location prior and had a good time so I decided to checkout the one in Boston. It was defiantly good, not too spacious but good for the area. The staff was fine, nothing out of the ordinary. The donuts did taste fresh and were really delicious. The fruity pebble donut was my favorite along with the cheese only Korean corn dog!”

“Came in half hour before closing and they were nice enough to still seat us. Inside is very modern, clean and spacious. There is a bar code at the corner of the table, you scan for the menu, order and pay right on your phone when you're done. The owner was very friendly and kind. We ordered the beef noodles soup, Taiwanese fried chicken (flavorful and not too greasy like some others), braised pork over rice (very large order and the braised pork was very tender and good amount of sauce), and the lamb skewers. Everything was delicious and decent sharing portions so you can order a bunch of things to try. There are a lot of items we still want to try so we will be back soon.”

“Man, all of it is on point. The crispy chicken is sizzling. The noodles - perfect texture. Fresh veggies. That crab Rangoon hitting like today's special catch. Hell yeah.”

“I can’t thank you guys enough for their fantastic service. They went out of their way to accommodate our requests and made us feel like VIPs. This place exceeded my expectations with its creative and flavorful vegan dishes. We’ll be back!!!”

“Food is fresh. Price is reasonable. I should have given it 5 stars for the good value. That's the good part. But, the service is BAD. The cashier/counter staff is RUDE. Maybe they expect every Asian-looking customers to speak Mandarin, maybe their English is just poor. Either way, the two women servicing the counter really did a very poor job at it. That's why I never leave tip, they don't deserve it. So, I average this out to a 4-star. I'll visit again, for the food. But, no tip...unless they improve their freaking attitude.”

“Really enjoyed the soup and how you could decide for yourself how much salt and pepper to add. Also, as most korean restaurants do they serve banchan/side dishes, which is great. The kimchi in the banchan was very bland though. My only dislike about this place is that they appear to want you to leave as soon as possible. I was not yet done with my meal and there goes the check to pay. I understand there is usually a line here during the dinner time but still the servers could exercise abit more patience.”

“Parking: .It was a little difficult to park..I was very satisfied with the food and service.You need to check with the restaurant first for free parking. There is street parking in front of the restaurant.”

“Came in on a quiet weekday afternoon for lunch and to get some work done. Comfortable environment, nice staff, and free WiFi. Would come back to work from here again.”

“Food was very cold when I received it. The chicken wings I purchased tasted like rubber. My kids wouldn't even eat it. The pizza was just ok. I'll never order from them again when I'm in the area. Definitely better options around.I was able to talk to the owner and he made the situation right and the food was much better this time around. Thank you”

“Perillas has one focus: Quality Food. With three locations in Boston, their recently opened spot in Lower Allston is quietly tucked away near Shabu Shabu Spring. A casual Korean kitchen with just a couple people with food that packs a punch. The staff was very welcoming when I walked in getting my order and answering my questions about the menu. There is also a kiosk to place your order as well when they get busy. They have a few tables to sit down and eat but I feel like they get a lot of pickup and to go orders as well. I had seen some of their bowls in pictures online and they looked very small but in person they have so much food in them. My friend and I got our own bowls and shared a quesadilla and I ate most of the quesadilla but realized I was too full to eat the other 90% of the bowl lol. Rookie mistake but the leftovers slapped. My favorite thing for sure was the bulgogi beef quesadilla which was just so flavorful and filling. The bowls were all delicious from the different sides it came with to the side sauces which were all unique in their flavor. I need those recipes. I will need to check out the haymarket location as well as they have some different items there like kimbap. What we got Beef Bulgogi quesadilla Grilled pork belly bowl Kalbi bowl Price $ Food 10 Atmosphere 5 Service 8”

“I know y'all go for the chicken, which I have yet to try myself, but y'all. Y'all. You have to try their drinks! These are also made fresh to order and MORE than worth the wait!!!I checked this place out for the first time partly because my buddy has been here plenty of times and he vouched for it, yet he's never tried the drinks! I wanted an authentic milk tea, or just some kind of nice refreshing beverage from a local spot, you know? Well, I got what I came for, okay?!!I started out with the Fresh Black Grape Tea, which was definitely fresh and made right in front of me, and definitely grapey. I found it having a good amount of sweetness, and it's just an awesome drink to get. Simple as that. There are grape bits at the bottom, so if you aren't too keen on that type of texturized experience or potentially getting something stuck on your teeth in the middle of your hot date, you may want to refrain from ordering this one. Otherwise, ball out!The next jawns I got were the Strawberry Milk Tea and the Passionfruit Slush, because I couldn't just stop at one.The Passionfruit Slush was super different than what I expected. I'm unsure of if it was just how it was made when I went, but there was very little to almost zero sweetness to it. They also must have put milk in there. I didn't watch them make it, but that's kind of what it looked and tasted like. I would actually order this again. It was smooth and so... different! Lol~The Strawberry Milk Tea was my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE. It looks exactly how I wanted it to look like, and it tasted even better!!! The whole thing was just FANTASTIC. It tasted CUTE! That's the only best way that I can put it. It is quite literally what it is called. Strawberry Milk Tea. It's light, refreshing and the flavor/sweetness I found to be right in between the black grape tea and the passionfruit slush. Just. Right.All in all, I obviously had a spectacular experience here and service was cool. I will be back for that strawberry milk tea specifically. Thank you.”

“Top notch experience. Food is excellent. Staff is very friendly and ended up providing a free drink while I waited less than 10 minutes for food to be prepared. I will be coming back often!”

“As basic as it is, kung fu tea is always a comfort boba place for me. I love the variety of options at the place and it's so easy to order/digest when you want a simple light dessert! The workers here are efficient and friendly. The place is located at the food court so we just got the drink right after getting food at the food court! There are a lot of tables and chairs to chill at, with AC to stay cool during the summer heat.”

“Came in here for my first ramen experience and it was amazing. A small joint with a few tables and a counter. The food was out of the world. The broth was spicy and the meat was tender. Will defiantly come back”

“There are not that many good restaurants in this food court anymore with pho viet, Kantin, and the Korean place (I don't remember what it was called but their kimbap was great) however this place still had an AMAZING bahn mi. They only offer the cold cut version but please trust me, it is the same satisfying as a bbq pork without it feeling heavy or overly sweet. Their cold cut banh mi is a great size, generous with the pate, fresh, and the bread is the perfect amount of chewy without it being soggy or too stale and stiff. The owners were very nice and gracious too! A great snack to munch on while your grocery shop or wait for the train. It is genuinely so tasty and feels good for your soul. Don't underestimate the cold cut banh mi !!!!!”

“This was really nice. I got the haw yogurt drink and it was very flavorful, satisfying, and I liked how it wasn't too sweet. I had never had anything like this before, I was missing out man”

“Best sushi I’ve had in Boston and surrounding area.I love sushi, so the quality of my sushi is important to me. Ive been to numerous sushi places around the city, you name it I’ve been there. Nothing, and I mean nothing compares to new sushi Allston. Not to mention the prices are great aswell. Customer service is amazing, the sushi chef knows the order I always get, he even throws a free spicy miso(which is amazing) whenever I place an order.I would highly recommend this place over any other sushi restaurants, even the high end ones.”

“I recommend for a party of 3+ and order Gamjatng. The soup is tasty, the pork bone with meat is very very soft. Pancake was the MVP for this meal. The spicy pork feet we ordered has a smell, avoid to eat skin, but the meat and taste recommend to order.”

“Aw man, I love this bougie coffee place. A decent bagel (jalapeño cheddar ftw), good espresso, queer-friendly, blasting Britney Spears. They have the best iced matcha, and the presto pesto sandwich is delicious! SO many vegan options, by the way. Yes okay it’s not inexpensive, and the space is small and crowded… but it’s worth it! ?”

“I go here everyday… sometimes twice a day for coffee and snacks. I love it here! The staff is super friendly and make delicious coffee and pastries. I would not make it through the work day without my morning cappuccino from cafe Brazil!!”

“Food is pretty consistent here. We always get the pork soup dumplings and it's very juicy inside. The filet fish soup with sour cabbage (has vermicelli noodles underneath) is very light and perfect for a cold night. The pork belly was very tender and flavorful. The Kung pao chicken had a nice kick but not too spicy. Dining area closes at 10pm but take out goes until midnight.Staff is friendly and attentive. Food comes out quick, so if you don't want everything too come out at once, then don't order all at once.”

“I love Sichuan mapo tofu, and I got to say, this place has a really good tasting mapo tofu. I just wish they would listen to requests. Before placing my order, I usually add a comment next to the dish, requesting for it to be extra spicy and numb, but when I order it, it doesn’t come out that way. It just seems like there’s not much consistency here. Sometimes I visit, and the mapo tofu is absolutely amazing(filled with Sichuan flavor), but other times it’s just ok. I don’t know if they constantly switch chefs, but just wish for a little consistency. This restaraunt is prob the only restaraunt in Boston area that has delicious Sichuan flavor from Chengdu so I’ll always be back. Hopefully things can improve a little bit though”

“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. :)”

“The Charlie's special pizza is really amazing- probably my favorite pizza ever! Their crust is super special- it is soft and easy to chew, but not mushy and holds its shape well. Perfect for TMJ queens lol. Their ranch is also really good, highly recommend.”

“Let there be…space! Most dunks in Brighton or any Bostonian neighbor/suburb are unable to fit my left leg never mind my hyperactive children! This dunks was a little different and allows space to breathe! Imagine that, people aren’t breathing directly on your donut or breakfast sandwich! Plus it was clean and the staff were all they need to be. While it’s nice to have that overly nice cashier at times, there are other times that you just want your damn coffee! Lol”