New American Restaurants near Braintree, MA

“Had a great experience at Tavern in the Square this past Monday. We had a larger group and everything was handled wonderfully. Hannah and Ester were fantastic, and Kennedy was extremely helpful and accommodating. Great food, drinks, and service. Would definitely come back!“

“Kevin was our service provider this evening. He is absolutely fantastic. He has been our service provider prior to this - and even though we haven't been here for a few weeks - he remembered who we are -and what we usually order. Everything was perfect. He makes the dining experience excellent“

“Never a bad night at bates“

“We were visiting from the Midwest and stumbled across this wonderful restaurant. Amazing food blending delicious flavors! The chef/owner checked in with us multiple times. Hadn’t read her story until after we ate. So impressed and was happy to support her restaurant!“

“What an amazing place. In these times when we are still not comfortable dining indoors this place rocks. The chef behind these dishes knows a thing or two about bringing beer garden food to a totally new level. Thank you chef and staff in front of the house.“

“Had dinner at Lucy's while adventuring and it was hands down incredible! Everything was outstanding. The staff, the food, the environment, right down to the ice cold water and beer! 🤣 I will definetly be going again, because I wanted everything on the menu! Thank you Lucy's!“

“If you’re looking for a sign to go to The Salty Pig, this is it.

At this point, I’m convinced they should start charging me rent.

Jade is the absolute best. She’s one of those people who can somehow make your day better just by being herself. Whether it’s recommending a wine I’d never think to order, talking me through the menu when decision fatigue has completely taken over, or making an absolutely perfect French 75, she somehow always knows exactly what I need. She has this effortless way of making everyone at the bar feel like a regular, and you can tell she genuinely cares about the people who walk through the door. She’s one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back.

And then there is Ty. Some of my favorite visits turn into conversations with him. We can talk about just about anything, and somehow he always has the perfect mix of humor, perspective, and genuine interest. It’s never just small talk. It’s the kind of conversation that makes you forget you walked in exhausted after work, and before you know it, your whole day is better.

Chris is always quick to say hi when he sees me, which is one of those little things that makes you feel welcome before you’ve even sat down.

Ann rounds out my dream team behind the bar. Between Ann, Jade, and Ty, I’ve discovered wines I never would’ve ordered on my own, had more laughs than I can count, and have never once felt like just another customer. Whether I stop in early or after a long day at work, they always make me feel like I’m exactly where I should be.

Jilllllll and Angela are always happy to commiserate with me about whatever kind of day I’ve had. And in the interest of full disclosure… while I was literally writing this review, one of them popped up behind me and scared the life out of me. I couldn’t have planned that timing if I tried.

Now let’s talk about the food.

I’ve honestly never had a bad meal here. Every single thing I’ve ordered has been outstanding, but if I had to pick a favorite, the beef cheek is absolutely unreal. Every plate arrives with a refined flair that somehow manages to feel elevated without ever feeling pretentious. It’s comfort food that decided to put on a tailored suit.

The Salty Pig has become more than a restaurant for me. It’s where I unwind after work, where decision fatigue magically disappears because someone always has the perfect recommendation, where I’ve learned to appreciate great wine, and where I know I’ll leave happier than I arrived.

To Jade, Ann, Ty, Chris, Jilllllll, Angela, and everyone else at The Salty Pig: thank you for making an incredible restaurant feel like home away from home. You all are the secret ingredient!!!!“

“Dining in a cozy yurt surrounded by freshly fallen snow was fun winter experience for our family. Great ambiance, and the food and service were exceptional. Highly recommend for a unique and memorable outing!“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“I've been to the one in Lisbon so I was very excited to experience a different location! It is very new and looks to be a secret still. It was the perfect mix of chill and just on the brink of busy. My food was great, I went to Poe-lenta and my husband got the wood-fired pizza from the pizza location!“

“Delicious food and great ambiance! We will come back!“

“Great place for date night.“

“We booked the private dining area and had a great experience. Service was great and we were not rushed at all. Food and drinks were good and the overall booking process with Zoey was easy and transparent.“

“Came here for the matchbooks which were at the host table and was pleasantly surprised by the delicious food! The corn bread with honey whipped butter was DELECTABLE !!! The truffle Parmesan fries were okay but tbh could do with out the truffle add on. Also ordered the lamb ribs and oysters which were good. The waiter was so kind and friendly and helped me make a custom lemonade cranberry drink. We sat outside and the vibes were incredible. Would recommend !“

“I came here last night for a drink and it was delicious - the flower power sour. And the service was outstanding. I wanted to sit outside and it was empty and a bit scary and the server kinda kept an eye out for me and came out often to check on me.
I ended up coming back tonight because I lost my card and this was the last place I’d used it and it was here! So I got the flower power sour and oysters again and then celebrated some more with the ‘cosmic kiwi milk punch’ and everything was amazing and I’m grateful and happy for great places and good people. Excited to go back home and come back here if I ever come backs to Boston!“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“Came here for my birthday and couldn’t have been more impressed! Carlos was our waiter and was incredible! The food was outstanding — highly recommend the sausage and fennel pasta with chili oil as well as the swordfish. Had the best time and already can’t wait to be back!“

“We had a fantastic dinner at Wink and Nod. Our waiter was very kind and accommodating. The menu was Afro-Caribbean and the food was incredible the Oxtail was insanely good and the special Mac and Cheese was unbelievably flavorful. Will be back soon!“

“Moxies Seaport is one of the standout spots in the neighborhood for both dining and nightlife. The food and drinks are consistently excellent, and the wait staff and bartenders are friendly, attentive, and impressively efficient even when the restaurant gets busy. The management team is also very personable and clearly makes an effort to create a welcoming atmosphere.

At night, Moxies turns into one of the Seaport’s premier lounge/bar destinations, with a high-energy atmosphere centered around the lively U-shaped bar on the main floor. The upstairs outdoor patio is another great option, especially when the weather is nice.

Whether you’re stopping in for casual drinks and dinner, meeting friends for a night out, or celebrating a special event, Moxies is an easy recommendation.“

“Food was great and delicious and the staff were excellent“

“All around an excellent experience. I'm not sure how I didn't know about this place sooner. It is a small and intimate experience. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is not stuffy but welcoming and homey.

They easily accommodated our allergies and dietary restrictions and the menu was excellent. Far better than some of the other Michelin started restaurants we have been to. It definitely worth the money. I can't wait to go back!“

“Fantastic place- Atmosphere, food people and vibe Love Cormick - the bartender !!!“

“Awesome Patriotic atmosphere!! Highly recommended…“

“Every time I come in, they are so welcoming, kind, and genuinely friendly. They always greet me with a smile and make me feel valued as a customer. It's rare to come across someone who is consistently positive and creates such a welcoming atmosphere. Great customer service like this is one of the reasons I keep coming back. Thank you, Nayline, for always making my visits enjoyable, and thank you to the entire Dig Inn team for the delicious food!“

“Awesome app's and excellent wine menu. All beef is grass fed. One of the best restaurants that I've been to.“

“Excellent food and delicious lobster 🦞“

“There is no better brunch menu on the south shore! Yaz’s Table is a truly unique culinary experience that will become your latest obsession.“

“Food was great ! Had the join burger, a mojito and the cinnamon ice cream“

“the pineapple jalapeno chicken. it's delicious..“

“Great service! Good atmosphere. Loved the food! ❤️“

“Found this place on a random search and it was above and beyond our expectations. Our server, Makaylee, made amazing recommendations and was extremely attentive. The hot chicken benny with truffle oil was amazing! The relaxing atmosphere was exactly what you’d want for a Sunday brunch. We will definitely be back!“

“Fabulous food. Great coffee. What more can you ask for???“

“This is a mixed bag for me. Tiny place and basic service. I’ve been 3 times, different menu each time. Two of the three times, I found almost all the dishes delicious and interesting (I always have the omnivore menu) m. One time was just bland all around and one dish was very unbalanced and too acidic. It’s BYOB, which I really like (the wine is always excellent, ha ha). I’m so done with QR code menus though.“

“Fabulous atmosphere, great food and friendly colleagues.“

“Yard House is a large, modern American restaurant that leans heavily into a high-energy bar-and-grill experience with a strong focus on variety. The space feels open and lively, with a sports-friendly layout that makes it easy for both groups and casual drop-ins to settle in. It has a polished chain-restaurant feel, but the scale and atmosphere still make it feel like a destination spot, especially around Fenway.

The menu is broad and built around comfort-forward dishes with a slightly elevated bar food approach. Items like nachos, steak bowls, burgers, and fried appetizers are consistent staples, with enough variety that groups with different preferences can all find something. Portions are generous, and the food is generally geared more toward satisfaction and shareability than subtle, refined cooking. It works well as a place where you are ordering a mix of plates rather than focusing on a single standout dish.

One of the biggest highlights is the beer selection. The rotating taps and wide range of styles make it one of the more beer-focused casual dining spots in the area. The option to build beer flights adds to that experience and makes it easy to try multiple styles in one visit, which is a big part of the appeal if you are there for drinks as much as food.

The atmosphere is busy and social, especially during peak hours or game days near Fenway. It can get loud, but that fits the overall energy of the space, especially if you are watching sports or meeting a group. Service is generally efficient and friendly, even when the restaurant is full, though pacing can vary depending on crowd size.

Overall, Yard House is a dependable option for a lively night out with a large group, sports viewing, or casual drinks with food. It is not trying to be subtle or niche, but it delivers consistency, variety, and a strong bar experience that makes it an easy go-to in the area.“

“We arrived late to Boston and needed a place to grab a bite. Their kitchen was still open so we ordered some food and drinks. The food and drinks were delish. The atmosphere was fairly lively. It’s a small footprint so having a few groups of people in there made the atmosphere pretty loud. Not a bad thing, just a notable observation. Overall the Franklin Cafe fit our need with good late night food and drinks.“

“Food was amazing great atmosphere“

“Good food. Pleasant atmosphere“

“Friendly service and amazing food! My daughter had the grilled organic chicken sandwich and I had the mixed greens and arugula salad-- both were delicious. Our server was knowledgeable, and several other servers double checked on us and greeted us as they walked by. We will definitely be back.“

“Great space, great food, great friendly service and great vibe. Whether for dinner or just for drinks it’s worth a visit.“

“Very cool idea. I love not having to chase after the ping pong balls. 🤪“

“Love love love this place. They play great music that always has me tapping my foot. Their menu is fun, different and very tasty. Staff is very friendly.“

“Great food! Nice indoor and outdoor dining.“

“Good service. Cool atmosphere.“

“Great food and atmosphere!“

“Highly recommend this place. Tried the Breakfast Sandwich and Cuban sandwich they are delicious Sonsie also has a very good selection of drinks from best cappuccino. Our server Mateo was very professional and attentive. Manager GP and Dawn also visited us. They are friendly and they enhance our very best dining experience. Thank you Sonsie We will return.“

“This morning, I went to Society restaurant inside the Westin for breakfast. I had the best experience one could ever wish for. Mya was my server. Her kindness and attention was infectious and tear jerking after a not so great experience. \nAfter a long day of flying and not having time to get a meal, we checked in around midnight.\nOur pilot requested our complementary sandwich boxes for crew that arrived after 11 PM. The front desk agent Nunzio said there was no food, they forgot to make them. We asked if he could check to see if there was at least fruit. In the most dismissive manner he could muster, he said NO. The manager did come out and mention that he could at least offer complementary breakfast vouchers. Our captain asked if we could have lunch vouchers instead because we don’t get up that early when we arrive really late. The manager said breakfast is all that he has approvals for. Understood.Then he went back to his office. Nunzio was still with us at the front desk, unwilling to answer any more questions about other options. I went to my room, dropped off my luggage and decided to call and get more information about the breakfast option, how to get it covered, times etc. Nunzio then said “well you guys walked away” and he hung up the phone on me. \nI put my clothes back on and went downstairs and I let him know that I understood this must be frustrating for him and we all work with customers but there’s no reason to be unkind. I tried pulling a bit of reasoning out of him, no luck, he was staunch and upset that he had to deal with anything at all. He gave me the breakfast voucher, and I went back to my room. \n\nWell Mya and the staff in the Sauciety greeted me with beautiful smiles, kindness and were complete BRAND AMBASSADORS for their restaurant and the Westin! I explained that we were the late crew and our food was forgotten last night, she went into service mode! She got me juice, coffee, and a omelette. She was so happy to make sure was taken care of. Mya’s nurturing and caring spirit over shadowed the entire experience from the night before. I asked about the other staff members as they were all so kind and so present as I watched other people come in. Johnny was in charge of the beautiful buffet. Everything was clean and the buffet was well displayed. Keon was the assistant server and presented as if he were leading the shift too:) I enjoyed the entire staff. I was very grateful as we all do the same kind of work/service just like I do on the plane. Kindness always wins. Hope to see their lovely manager Sandra and everyone again soon. Mya and Sauciety gave me the best experience ever!“

“Overall just a 4 star restaurant. The food is pretty good, it just seems extremely understaffed. I think the best thing was definitely the French toast. It was so good, sweet, crunchy, and the bananas were perfect. The fruit was just fruit, nothing too special. I think with the yogurt the ratio of jam to yogurt was a bit off, but overall pretty good the bread basket thing was pretty good. Avacado toast was super filling, the oatmeal was perfectly made and the pancakes were huge. I think if you’re staying at the hotel this is perfect, but overall pretty mediocre. I don’t exactly have anything to complain about except for how long it took to get food.“

“Today is the next day my wife is still raving about our dinners which were both delicious ( sorry to find the center of the lasagna was cool) our server was professional and friendly with great suggestions including a wonderful Bordeaux . Portions were generous will go back when in Boston again to try other wine, cheese, and dessert.
Thank you“

“excellent all-around. food service and area“