Restaurants in Brighton

“Food with something that speaks to your soul”

“Went only once last night so don't want to knock any stars. But, my biggest suggestion is that please include pictures of sake bottles (even just labels) next to the title on your online menu. Right now, it's paragraphs after paragraphs of many many sakes. I got analysis paralysis after a few seconds.”

“We visited Sen Yai Noodles for lunch on a hot day, and it turned out to be a wonderful choice. The restaurant is small, clean, and very inviting, with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The service was excellent—our waiter answered our questions and offered helpful recommendations.
The menu has a good variety of dishes, and I especially appreciated that it included pictures of everything, which made choosing easier. The portions are large. I ordered the Unadon, which came with a complimentary Thai iced tea. The dish was delicious and looked fabulous. The Thai iced tea was refreshing and perfect for the hot day.”

“First time at Cityside last night and it was great! The Nachos were so good I wish we had gotten a large, the buffalo wings had a nice crisp to them which made them amazing. For entrees I had the fish tacos which were good but not all that and my fiancé had the cheesesteaks which can’t be compared to cheesesteaks on the North shore but still good. The drinks were good but pretty pricey. My fiancé liked every drunk he got besides the Mai Tai. It was super nice being on the roof top which made the entire night 💕 I definitely would recommend.”

“Great Food , Good atmosphere”

“Best place,great food.Highly recommend 🥰🥰🥰🥰”

“I had the hand pulled noodles with beef. I wish I took a picture but I was so excited to devour it that it slipped my mind. The beef was cooked incredibly tender and the flavor was on point. The sauce had that indescribable nostalgic scent of home cooked Chinese food. The noodles you could tell were actually hand pulled. Some thicker, some thinner, but all delicious. Perfect texture and complemented the beef very well. I’ll be back with friends”

“Everytime we are in the area, Pino's is our go to. Even if we go out to another restaurant, we get a Pino's Pizza to take home. The best pizza around.”

“I love StockYard. We haven't been in a long time as we moved faraway. Now, after 10 years we came back and it was like we never stopped coming to eat here. The food was super delicious. The NY Sirloin, and the tenderness of the Fille Minog was extraordinary. Outstanding customer service. The drinks were superb. And the complimentary chocolate cake with ice cream for Father's day was out of this world. Thank you.”

“The food was amazing!!! Their mango sticky rice is so good!!! They had a hot pot style spicy options !!! Amazing atmosphere! Would definitely go again just for the mango sticky rice!!”

“I usually order the take out food 2-3 times per week when I am craving for spicy food. The food is fresh and they are always busy when I went to pick up my food. It is best to order from the app or call them 30-40 minutes advance.”

“Good for friends get together. Be sure to get there early - no reservations and always a line”

“Amazing food and staff. Mi primera vez y no sera la ultima. Muchas gracias por su gran atencion y ambiente super agradable y seguro. La musica en vivo es un super + excelente el Grupo El Grupo Chevere. Me encanto el Ceviche peruano, el Expresso Martini super rico.”

“The best pizza and sandwich’s around delicious 😋 best customer service when you have an issue with door dash thank so much harry for lunch 🥰”

“The minute you walk in your senses come alive... your sight with just enough lighting, you can see it’s a charming place you can see the smiles on the patrons faces, you can hear the laughter among the co workers with customers and themselves..the smell of the food is exhilarating... the drinks are amazing, my overall experience, well let’s just say I cannot wait to go back with friends an experience it all over again..”

“This place is the absolute best. I come here weekly with friends and could talk about why I love it all day. Highly, highly recommend. Some highlights:
-incredibly friendly staff who make you feel comfortable and at home
-delicious food and beverages, with fun monthly/seasonal specials and excellent vegan friendly options
-impeccable cozy vibes. Just perfect for a relaxing morning
-often bring other friends and visitors here, who all love it too”

“Clean, bright , sunny shop. Polite , efficient staff.Wide variety of snacks (jerky to baklava)Small amount of odd stuff (tiny bottles of herbal tonic ).Standard cold beef, tuna, chicken turkey sandwiches with maybe a veggie option.No ham, but no halal or kosher marks”

“Vaisakhi is the breath of fresh air that the restaurant scene in this little corner of Brighton and all of Cleveland Circle needs. Finally a sit down, casual Indian place that's reasonably priced and doesn't require half an hour each way on the T to get to! Even on their first day open, their food is better than several of the Indian restaurants in the Boston area that I've eaten at. Tucked away across from the Sutherland Road T stop, you can follow your nose to the doorstep of the restaurant. The interior tastefully restrained, bright colors and some simple paintings above the booths. The space is small, but not cramped and the booth seating at least was very comfortable. The three gentlemen who own/run the front of the house are eager to please. We were seated right away and given water and menus. The menu is comprehensive without being too large and confusing. The vegetarian, and meat sections are both equally sized, so there's plenty of options for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. My wife and I started out with the vegetable pakoras. These little fritters of batter and veggies were served hot, with a little bit of salty spice powder and dipping sauces. The crunchy shell pairs nicely with the soft veggies inside and tastes amazing when you put a bit of the red onion chutney on it. For our main course we ordered the saag paneer and the dal makhani, two of our favorite vegetarian dishes in Indian cuisine. The dal makhani was subtle, not overly spiced and not overly rich like many I've had. The lentils weren't rock hard or cooked into mush. The star of the show was definitely the saag paneer though. The saag was so wonderfully rich and smooth and spiced perfectly, and the paneer was the perfect texture, not too soft and mushy and now dry and crumbly. We decided to leave room for some desert and tried both the gulab jamun and the kheer. The kheer was a bit under seasoned for my taste, not enough rose water or cardamom and a bit on this thin side, but it served as a nice palate cleanser. The gulab jamun was excellent, the syrup not too sweet or floral and the balls had a nice subtle flavor to them as well. I'm lucky enough to live right around the corner from Vaisakhi, but I would gladly travel a lot further for this food.”

“Came here with my dad and brother, all three of us love the food we ordered and the staff are super friendly too. Definitely will visit again!”

“EDIT: Super excited for them to move across the courtyard to their larger space! Looking forward to the reopening.
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My dog is named Matcha. I go nuts for the seasonal matcha drinks here.

Vibes are immaculate.

Enjoy your chill visit.”

“Really enjoyed my experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. The fried chicken was crispy and well-seasoned, and the pizza was just as good. The staff were friendly and made everything smooth. The place has a nice, relaxed vibe too. Definitely coming back!”

“Excellent tapas in a quaint setting”

“Best butterbeer latte in the world!”

“Best açaí bowl I’ve ever had ! I was craving one after a medical appointment in the area, found this cafe by chance- will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu.”

“High quality of food and service”

“Not only is Notch beer delicious and dedicated to putting out European styles you can’t get anywhere else, but their vibe is unmatched. They are dedicated to our community and hosting amazing events. Notch is a true value add to the Brighton community. Can’t recommend enough.”

“Best burritos in the Boston area. Better than Anna's and Boca grande”

“Excellent local breakfast joint with solid coffee and prices that can't be beat. A great location for breakfast, brunch, a good omlette or breakfast sandwich for under $4. Great neighborhood staple. Very handi-avcessible, and nice owners.”

“Wok & talks food is so fresh and delicious! People there are nice and very helpful!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The perfect late-night dessert spot! Great atmosphere, delicious treats, and friendly service. If you’re craving something sweet after hours, this is the place to be.”

“the food was delicious I had a large ham and cheese and my friend had a large meatball sub guys behind the two guys behind the counter were very friendly we had never been there before but we will be returning I rate it five star”

“This is my favorite place to study! The food is always so fresh, and the Vietnamese iced coffee is to die for. Lots of outlets as well, and the service is great. Very cozy and intimate.”

“Great service and drinks and food are amazing lots of tvs for when games start back up”

“There was a moment where I genuinely spaced out and thought I was just back in a small casual restaurant somewhere in China.
It makes me wonder whether places like this even expect to serve non Chinese speakers. The food is great, the price is reasonable, and more people really should try this type of service and cooking. At the same time, the whole space feels like it runs on its own reality and rhythm. In that sense, writing this entire review in English might not even make sense, because non Chinese speakers reading reviews like this might still choose not to come here. Anyway, this contradiction and the parallel pocket reality are part of the experience itself.”

“Great food and ambience, service was a little slow”

“Great bang for your buck sushi that tastes great. The 3 rolls deal with cash only is awesome. For this price, you really can’t beat it anywhere else. Highly recommended if you need a quick sushi fix that’s not grocery store sushi.”

“The food is super fresh! I had the “The dirty monkey” smoothie…..the same! Fresh and delicious. Definitely a must try!”

“5 star pizza I love the subs and the fingers”

“Nice place, good food and good price but the wait staff should be more friendly.”

“Yummy yum yum, sooo good. My younger sister advised they I try this place and let me tell you it did not disappoint. They let me try the chicken and steak on my first visit. I decided to go with the steak and make a bowl. It was sooo good, I ended up going back the next day for another bowl.”

“Someone referred me to this restaurant and every time I’ve eaten here the food is delicious.Alfredo, the owner is extremely nice and hospitable They also have an amazing menu with some unusual recipes”

“Best coffe joint in allston-brighton area. Great staff, recently renovated with spacious seating featuring hand-painted tables by famous local artist, Jordan Piantedosi. Excellent pastries, bagels, fresh food, cold brew, seasonal beverages. Restrooms and ample parking. Gets pretty busy weekend mornings. Good brunch spot or for work/meetings. Never too loud. Enjoy!”

“I ordered a large latte but only about like more than half of the cup was filled. It was kind of a bummer but the coffee was still nice and for a coffee place inside a grocery store it was good. I would still walk a little further to a real coffee shop next time but since it was snowing this did the trick.”

“Franklin’s and Gelianny were amazing! The best customer service. Fixed all previous problems and made my family feel valued. They deserve whatever accolades are given for being valuable employees.”

“We ordered delivery. Everything was so fresh and delicious! Especially loved the cucumber avocado sushi and the vegetable gyoza.”

“Food, drinks & vibes are always above & beyond! Had a newer bartender tonight Andy who was absolutely fantastic & of course Steven & Kara are always great. Definitely recommend!”

“We enjoyed the tea very much when we sampled it at today’s YMCA Oaktoberfest 5K. The kids loved the bubbles at the bottom. The kids like their promotional fans too.”

“Hands down the BEST SUB EVER! They are so generous with the filling and sauces. Never thought a sub could taste this good! And it's not a One time thing, they are super consistent with their efforts!”

“This is a good Starbucks. Nice staff here. It would be good if there was more sitting space in the upholstered chairs as there are in the corner. But they only have so much space.”

“If you’re seeking top-notch pizza with a personal touch, look no further than Pizza Etc. With the new owner at the helm, you’re guaranteed not only a delicious pizza but a warm welcome and dining experience you won’t soon forget.”

“This place is a to-go for AYCE sushi & have been there several times with friends. Love their Star & dragon rolls! Sashimi pieces are relatively smaller, but overall decent.”