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“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.”
“Visited for the first time during a girls’ night out, and I was so impressed! The atmosphere was perfect for relaxing and enjoying a few drinks, and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful. I absolutely loved the cozy, speakeasy vibe—it made the whole experience feel special. I would definitely come back again!””
“First visit today, although we live somewhat in the neighborhood and I am already kicking myself for not having got here sooner. Red tabbouleh spicing was very punchy and vivid. Allspice in the stuffed grape leaves make them worth coming back for, not something I think I've ever said about stuffed grape leaves before. Most unforgettable was the red lentil soup with its soft rich velvety texture over two or three layers of different delicious flavors. Great first impression, can't wait to go back, solid A leaning toward A+.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Wonderful food and amazing service. We highly recommend the Washington Square Tavern. The best in the neighborhood!”
“Great fusion food. Innovative dishes. Greet service. Enjoy Mediterranean and Indian fusion food”
Restaurants with Delivery
“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.”
“Visited for the first time during a girls’ night out, and I was so impressed! The atmosphere was perfect for relaxing and enjoying a few drinks, and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier or more helpful. I absolutely loved the cozy, speakeasy vibe—it made the whole experience feel special. I would definitely come back again!””
“My favorite, # 1 bakery in the Boston area. I've been coming here for years. Lots of, lots of love for this place and folks. ❤️❤️❤️🫶 Their breads and pastries are simply the best. It’s the kind of bread that takes you straight back to your grandma’s kitchen.
Over the years, they've gotten incredibly popular, and the lines now can be a bit much, especially on weekends or holidays. So I don’t stop by as often these days, but they’ll always have a special place in my heart.”
“First visit today, although we live somewhat in the neighborhood and I am already kicking myself for not having got here sooner. Red tabbouleh spicing was very punchy and vivid. Allspice in the stuffed grape leaves make them worth coming back for, not something I think I've ever said about stuffed grape leaves before. Most unforgettable was the red lentil soup with its soft rich velvety texture over two or three layers of different delicious flavors. Great first impression, can't wait to go back, solid A leaning toward A+.”
“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.”
“Bangers and mash were fabulous at this, new to me, lovely, Irish pub!”
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“Very fine Korean cuisine. Complex, rich flavors presented in single-sized sizzling cast-iron pans. Highly recommend the grilled chicken. Like the food, the service is exceptional. The place is not cheap. My only quibble is the music which did not match the delicacy of the food.”
“I’m giving Merai, a full 5 stars. The service here is excellent — attentive, friendly, and professional, making the dining experience very enjoyable. The cocktails are well-crafted, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. For those seeking vegetarian options, the menu offers delicious choices that are thoughtfully prepared. Overall, Merai combines great food, drinks, and service, making it a standout spot in Brookline. Highly recommended!”
“Family had dinner at Stoked in Cohasset last weekend….what a great meal! Pizzas were SO delicious, as were the Greek and Caesar salads. House wines were really good. Children loved their meals too. Our server was terrific, fun and attentive. An overall perfect experience…casual and delicious!! It was a little quiet when we went, but it was early. Can’t imagine this local gem will be quiet very often! We’ll all be back ! Nana from Hingham”
“Ssaanjh offers a fun, modern take on classic Indian dishes while still capturing all the comforting, familiar flavors. Their dahi bhallas were a standout — packed with flavor and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth soft. The malai tikka was another favorite; the chicken was incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned.
I’d highly recommend their dal makhani and their variety of naans, especially the sesame and garlic naan. And definitely don’t miss the shahi tukda — rich, indulgent, and the perfect way to end the meal.
If you’re craving delicious Indian food in the city, Ssaanjh is a great spot to satisfy that urge.”
“A must-try for authentic elevated Korean food! This place uses traditional, heartfelt home recipes with high quality ingredients—it’s easily among the best Korean dining I’ve had in the States. The experience was matched by impeccable service; the entire team was exceptionally nice and thoughtful.”
“Very fine Korean cuisine. Complex, rich flavors presented in single-sized sizzling cast-iron pans. Highly recommend the grilled chicken. Like the food, the service is exceptional. The place is not cheap. My only quibble is the music which did not match the delicacy of the food.”
“For $99, this meal offers excellent value, as the quality of the food is genuinely good. The fish, aged for a few hours, was fairly fresh and tasty. Furthermore, the main chef was highly enthusiastic during the introduction of each course, which was a welcome highlight.
However, the experience as a whole failed to deliver what I would consider a high-quality omakase. The core issue is the scale of the operation: accommodating 10 guests at the counter plus an additional 6 or 7 at surrounding tables, all served the same meal, makes the interaction with the chef minimal.
This approach detracted from two key joys of the omakase format. First, the fish was pre-prepared and cut away from the counter, denying guests the traditional experience of watching the chef prepare the full course in front of them. Second, there were two apprentices beside the chef, who appeared to be learning basic hand-roll techniques and even inventing their own methods right there. As a place striving to establish itself as true omakase, this awkward, visible training significantly affected the overall professional presentation and appearance.
While the food is good and the price is right, the structure and execution prevent this establishment from achieving an authentic or intimate omakase dining experience.”
Takeout Restaurants
“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.”
““ Masterpieces in the form of Sandwiches “ These people @ Michael’s Deli don’t make sandwiches they make masterpieces. When my immigrant parents said “ Study Hard” they meant so I can live in a neighborhood that serves sandwiches like those found at Michael’s Deli. Even if you don’t live close take the train , fly , drive or walk . These sandwiches are phenomenal.”
“Had a breakfast date here and it was quiet and cozy. The owner was very kind in serving us and answering all our questions. It was our first time trying Turkish coffee. We were worried it was so small😅 but it was really strong and was sufficient to get the early morning kick we needed for work. If you are ordering a sandwich, you also have the option of deciding which bread you want- bagel or croissant. We got both and they were nice and filling.
If you are looking for a cozy, budget-friendly place with great coffee, I highly recommend MeetPoint.”
“I am so pleased that I can go right down the street from my house and am able to buy a really good apple pie, filled with lots of apples just the right amount of sugar, I almost ate the whole pie myself, another great pie which is my favorite is the Key Lime pie, Lemon squares and blueberry muffins are a must try them. Phyllis O'Leary”
“I ordered the Pho King and it was super delicious!!! The broth was flavorful and seasoned, the beef was tender, and the vegetables and noodles were cooked perfectly. All the flavors came together to make a superb bowl of comfort. A shout out to the server, CHUCK, who answered my questions and provided thoughtful recommendations. I'm bringing family and friends next time!!!”
“Came here after some Newburry street exploring. Only a 10 minute drive. The food was delicious, and fresh. The nachos were some of the best I've ever had along with the white queso.
The staff was friendly and welcoming. Will definitely be stopping by when I am in the area!”
“Absolutely love this place. The broths are so flavorful and the choices for meat and veggies are great. They are always so kind and tolerant of my two year old who can be very roudy at times.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“" just like to say that Putterhamgrille did the best job on my passover meal, Friday was so busy but the staff/team at Putterham was so organized they had everything ready as soon as I walked in the door, also besides my regular set order, the gentleman at the front helped me select more delicious sides to go with my Passover meal"”
“I ordered food from here by pickup late at 10pm. Both of these things typically cause food to generally be worse in my opinion.
However, the food was amazing! The miso soup and shrimp tempura maki were really good.
I also got the chicken katsu, and it was absolutely delicious! Not only that, but it was a very generous portion size too! Given how much chicken there was, I would've liked a little more katsu sauce, but it was so yummy.
Can't wait to go back!”
“I had an amazing experience at Anatolia Kebab House. The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The doner meat was tender and juicy, and the plate came with a great variety of sides—rice, grilled veggies, carrots, red cabbage, and bulgur, all tasting really good and balanced, Definitely one of the best kebab spots I’ve tried. I’ll be coming back for sure👌🏼”
“This was my first time going to Soup Shack and I was very impressed. It’s a small place, but the server was very kind and food came out pretty fast. The spicy miso beef ramen was delicious with the perfect amount of spice. Overall, I think I will definitely visit again”
“I’m giving Merai, a full 5 stars. The service here is excellent — attentive, friendly, and professional, making the dining experience very enjoyable. The cocktails are well-crafted, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. For those seeking vegetarian options, the menu offers delicious choices that are thoughtfully prepared. Overall, Merai combines great food, drinks, and service, making it a standout spot in Brookline. Highly recommended!”
“Good Food and Good Vibe more bigger with bar and 10 minutes away from my job in Brighton 😋👍”
“Family had dinner at Stoked in Cohasset last weekend….what a great meal! Pizzas were SO delicious, as were the Greek and Caesar salads. House wines were really good. Children loved their meals too. Our server was terrific, fun and attentive. An overall perfect experience…casual and delicious!! It was a little quiet when we went, but it was early. Can’t imagine this local gem will be quiet very often! We’ll all be back ! Nana from Hingham”
Cheap Eats
“Coleen will immediately make you feel part of her community. We popped in for brunch on a recommendation and we're so happy we did. Small town community feel in the heart of Brookline. Excellent food, fair pricing, owner operated; and you can see she's well loved in the community. I will always come back here if I'm in the area looking for a bite to eat and a break.”
“I got take out poke bowls and they were both really delicilious. I got my partner the ahi tuna bowl on salad. He said it was really tasty, but the salad was just big chunks of lettuce and not cut up quite right. That was the only negative remark. I got a build your own bowl with tofu and shrimp tempura with corn, seaweed salad, avocado, and edamame with spicy mayo. It was SO GOOD! The person behind the counter was so nice. I will absolutely be back often.
The inside might not look super fancy and what not, but it's worth the try.”
“What a nice little bagel shop. What really impressed me about this place is the service, large portions and the very fair pricing of goods. To be honest after having NY bagels, these don't seem as chewy in the middle, but for Boston they are good. Also, I've bought a chocolate croissant. The croissant didn't have that flakey buttery texture of a typical French style croissant. But, I will say they've made up for it as it was huge. The bagel and the cream cheese filling was very generous as well. If you want good value and good portions this is a place to go to.”
“The kushi yaki beef is really good. Would recommend trying.
Tonkotsu ramen was fine, but didnt taste how I expected a tonkotsu ramen to taste. It tasted more like a vegetable pork soup. On the flip side, not too salty compares to other ramens so I drank a lot of it. Lastly, the egg tasted weird...it wasnt bad per say but I liked the eggs from other ramen places a lot better.
Overall solid place. Worth a try.”
“Three of us went in yesterday around 11:45 for a quick lunch and we were all very happy: I had the cold turkey sandwich on a challah roll, the coleslaw and a secret dressing were on the sandwich and it was delicious. I'm also not a huge lover of pickles, but the nice big one accompanying the sandwich was good!
Other dishes were the chicken salad on a bagel and a bagel, schmear and veggies. Katie (I think that is her name???) took our order and brought it out as soon as it was ready, as well as checked in with us to see how everything was.
We sat along the window for people watching, Washington Square never disappoints! Embarrassed to say it was my first time in, but definitely will not be the last!”
“Been coming to Rami's mostly for their falafel and schnitzel pitas. Along with the diced veggies and hummus, they are tasty sandwiches. The hot sauce gives a nice kick. I'm told that the pitas come from Israel. Food is quite authentic. Their hummus side is inconsistent, can be really good sometimes and too salty other times.
Food prices have gone up quite a bit over the past few years unfortunately. But, there aren't many alternatives in the area. Generally, we can always rely on good stuffed pitas.”
“Great bakery and coffee shop to visit on a morning alone or with friends. Both the line and seating is deceiving because it looks quite busy and like seating or ordering me take a while but both move very quickly! The pistachio lattes to die for!”
“Excellent food and cocktails! Service was wonderful. The bartender, Bernie, is wonderful! She makes the best Old Fashion I have ever had. It’s a small neighborhood “hole in the wall” vibe. Definitely worth trying.”
“I ordered the Pho King and it was super delicious!!! The broth was flavorful and seasoned, the beef was tender, and the vegetables and noodles were cooked perfectly. All the flavors came together to make a superb bowl of comfort. A shout out to the server, CHUCK, who answered my questions and provided thoughtful recommendations. I'm bringing family and friends next time!!!”
“Miraku Boston is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Japanese flavors. I’ve been here a few times and it never disappoints. The Yaki Shoyu Ramen has a rich, savory broth infused with umami-packed Rishiri Kombu and perfectly reduced soy sauce. It truly matches what you would eat in Japan. The Shio Ramen is light and refreshing with tender noodles and traditional toppings that make every bite comforting. The Miraku Katsu Curry is crispy, hearty, and full of flavor, served over rice with their signature curry broth. The Strawberry Cheesecake is creamy, tangy, and the perfect sweet finish. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and there is convenient parking, making it easy to enjoy a meal here. Every visit feels authentic, delicious, and completely satisfying.”
“Ssaanjh offers a fun, modern take on classic Indian dishes while still capturing all the comforting, familiar flavors. Their dahi bhallas were a standout — packed with flavor and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth soft. The malai tikka was another favorite; the chicken was incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned.
I’d highly recommend their dal makhani and their variety of naans, especially the sesame and garlic naan. And definitely don’t miss the shahi tukda — rich, indulgent, and the perfect way to end the meal.
If you’re craving delicious Indian food in the city, Ssaanjh is a great spot to satisfy that urge.”
“Enjoyed a delicious brunch here today - they also serve their regular menu all day. Staff was friendly, beautiful space.”
“I highly recommend this hidden gem. Fresh sushi at a great price, especially for the lunch specials. The restaurant is small so I usually get takeout. The owners are hardworking and nice.”
“A must-try for authentic elevated Korean food! This place uses traditional, heartfelt home recipes with high quality ingredients—it’s easily among the best Korean dining I’ve had in the States. The experience was matched by impeccable service; the entire team was exceptionally nice and thoughtful.”
Latest Reviews
“I know this place since 1995 , when I was landed in Boston, my friend introduce this place. Very nice experience and iconic those days when Indian grocery was hard to find around Boston area. I remember the owner Mangala and her husband, very nice people and call you in case any missing items coming from vendor. It is become weekend ritual to visit Madras masala those days in heart of the city. We moved out to suburb and to out of Massachusetts but still visit when we get in Boston the owners remember me. No internet those days this is the place to get information about indian activities and cultural program informations etc. memorable place for us.”
“I am so pleased that I can go right down the street from my house and am able to buy a really good apple pie, filled with lots of apples just the right amount of sugar, I almost ate the whole pie myself, another great pie which is my favorite is the Key Lime pie, Lemon squares and blueberry muffins are a must try them. Phyllis O'Leary”
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“Stayed in Brookline for the week and ended up here by happenstance my first night there. One of the best pubs I’ve ever been to and some of the best food I’ve had in a long time! A big shoutout to Greg’s mom for the beef stew🤌 Whether you’re there for a great pint, to catch a game, or just some good craic, Hamilton’s is the place to be. I’d fly back to Boston in a heartbeat just to eat here again.”
“I had an amazing experience at Anatolia Kebab House. The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The doner meat was tender and juicy, and the plate came with a great variety of sides—rice, grilled veggies, carrots, red cabbage, and bulgur, all tasting really good and balanced, Definitely one of the best kebab spots I’ve tried. I’ll be coming back for sure👌🏼”
“My favorite, # 1 bakery in the Boston area. I've been coming here for years. Lots of, lots of love for this place and folks. ❤️❤️❤️🫶 Their breads and pastries are simply the best. It’s the kind of bread that takes you straight back to your grandma’s kitchen.
Over the years, they've gotten incredibly popular, and the lines now can be a bit much, especially on weekends or holidays. So I don’t stop by as often these days, but they’ll always have a special place in my heart.”
“Food was delicious, around 15 min of a wait upon arrival. Had a little bit of a mishap when trying to order, you have to press a button for the waiter to come, which is troubling when the technology doesn’t work. When the food came, it was decent, although it was a little overpriced. We got the yingyang bowls but I would recommend getting the pork tonkatsu ramen instead. Overall, good ??”
“This is not a cafe that will give you the experience of a Starbucks or Tatte. If you value niceness and accommodation from the staff over a serious consideration for good coffee you’d be better off going elsewhere. The owner makes great coffee in my opinion, and there are not a lot of places in the neighborhood that do. The only drawback is that the taste goes downhill for me whenever another barista is working there, which has sadly been pretty often lately. They always have fresh specialty coffee beans though which is awesome. Also lots of cafes do reusable cup only days, some of these complaints are just sounding ridiculously entitled.”
New Restaurants
“For $99, this meal offers excellent value, as the quality of the food is genuinely good. The fish, aged for a few hours, was fairly fresh and tasty. Furthermore, the main chef was highly enthusiastic during the introduction of each course, which was a welcome highlight.
However, the experience as a whole failed to deliver what I would consider a high-quality omakase. The core issue is the scale of the operation: accommodating 10 guests at the counter plus an additional 6 or 7 at surrounding tables, all served the same meal, makes the interaction with the chef minimal.
This approach detracted from two key joys of the omakase format. First, the fish was pre-prepared and cut away from the counter, denying guests the traditional experience of watching the chef prepare the full course in front of them. Second, there were two apprentices beside the chef, who appeared to be learning basic hand-roll techniques and even inventing their own methods right there. As a place striving to establish itself as true omakase, this awkward, visible training significantly affected the overall professional presentation and appearance.
While the food is good and the price is right, the structure and execution prevent this establishment from achieving an authentic or intimate omakase dining experience.”
“Somehow my girlfriend and I can always find the stomach space for dessert here if we’re in the area. I would hesitate to suggest any dessert here even ones I haven’t tasted because the quality we’ve experienced so far have been so good.
Food: The shaved ice was the dessert that brought us in and the one we go back because the ice is so fluffy and the combination of sweetness and texture makes it so easy to finish. But everything else we’ve tried even dishes completely new to us were a serious treat.
Service: Staff is always welcoming and pleasant and really do a great job keeping the place clean especially with all the sticky foods.
Atmosphere: The shop really captures childish joy where you can just dig in and devour some sweets. The anime and the figures also give you endless things for your eyes to wonder off to.”
“Miraku Boston is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Japanese flavors. I’ve been here a few times and it never disappoints. The Yaki Shoyu Ramen has a rich, savory broth infused with umami-packed Rishiri Kombu and perfectly reduced soy sauce. It truly matches what you would eat in Japan. The Shio Ramen is light and refreshing with tender noodles and traditional toppings that make every bite comforting. The Miraku Katsu Curry is crispy, hearty, and full of flavor, served over rice with their signature curry broth. The Strawberry Cheesecake is creamy, tangy, and the perfect sweet finish. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and there is convenient parking, making it easy to enjoy a meal here. Every visit feels authentic, delicious, and completely satisfying.”
“Delicious food and friendly service. Shawarma is super flavorful thanks to fresh, high quality ingredients (garlic sauce is amazing and the spicy sauce is 🔥) and I could eat the muhammara Beiruti with a spoon. Then finish it off with the house made Lebanese sweets. Can’t recommend this place enough.”
“You have to go check out this place. It is in the cutest space. Mediterranean food at its best. So much better than all the rest. Truly Zatar is the best by far!!! Nice selection of food for Vegan and Vegetarians. Had the Vegan Kibbeh, Meat Kibbeh, Zatar Flatbread, Hamburgers, Fries, Babaganoush, Hummus, Grape Leaves and Israeli Salads.”
“We had a fantastic dinner here! The Khao Kha Moo incredibly tender and delicious, with the vinegar sauce really adding to the flavor of the pork. The yellow curry was also very tasty and had rich flavor.
The atmosphere is cozy and quaint. The food was very fresh and brought out quickly by with friendly staff. Will definitely be coming back here!”
“I’m so glad this place is finally open. I must say most of their cakes are very unique that you can’t find anywhere in Boston. I was told they make them freshly in house daily rotate different cakes everyday which is great. I tried the ube towel cake, hojicha latte and strawberry matcha latte. The Ube towel cake was fun to eat and has a strong ube flavor. Their drinks menu is so very unique and tasty. I would recommend to come here on a weekday because this place is super busy crazy on the weekend.”
“favorite cafe in the area! the ambiance is conducive for studying so i come pretty often- it's quiet, sunny, with a fixed playlist that is very jazzy compliments the interior decor well.
their green tea is bright in color and is super smooth. it's not bitter after seeped in water for a while compared to the higher grade green teas i own. the matcha tea and latte are great as well- both vibrant green and a perfect level of sweetness. the matcha used is very good quality & remind me of the matcha i had in japan :,)
as for food- i haven't tried much of the options yet but the spicy salmon, tuna, shiitake onigiri is yummy and rice usually fresh and soft. also the taiyaki and other deserts are light, not too sweet
overall, i'd definitely recommend! the workers are kind and super attentive. there's a very detailed list of allergens which was so helpful for me, and my sibling who has allergies to wheat (no soy sauce), among other restrictions”
“Updating my previous review after we visited Liyin again a few more time. The food has much improved. The congee is tasty, much better than before. The beef chow fung noodle has a great texture and flavor. Their in house hot chili oil is a great complement to the beef noodles. The shrimp rice roll is our favorite rice roll. It has scallions inside which enhances the flavor. We tried the hot milk tea and it's very authentic, like the ones in Hong Kong, and you can order it with desired sweetness level.
The staff is friendly, efficient, accommodating and able to speak Cantonese. I appreciate and enjoy that as part of the whole dining experience. Liyin is a great addition to the neighborhood.”
“The star of this dish is undoubtedly the 'guo ba' - the layer of crispy, scorched rice at the bottom of the clay pot. It's golden, crunchy, and infused with the savory juices from the meat and sauce. The contrast between the tender, steamed rice and the crunchy crust is textural perfection. This is the ultimate comfort food for anyone who loves a good crunch!other dishes are also very good!!”
“Ordered the 3 entree bento from ubereats and I would definitely order it again! It’s a generous amount of food with variety. It was a little salty but was flavorful and spicy. I liked the pork in garlic sauce and celery with shrimp. I’m glad they wrapped the containers with plastic because the oil/sauces spill out of the containers during transit!”
“Lan Feast is a great new addition to the Brookline neighborhood. The food is quite authentic, from the beef noodles, cooked dishes and even down to the desserts.
The beef noodle soup had a good rich flavor. I would have preferred the noodles to be more chewy rather than soft but it was still tasty. The braised beef was very dry however. I hope they can improve on that in the future. The scallion pancakes had good scallion flavor but were undercooked. The eggplant with strignbeans dish was very tasty and well cooked. I was quite surprised by their red bean and dates soup dessert. It was not too sweet, had great soft red beans and sweet dates that rounded out that soup nicely. I would definitely order that again.
Service was friendly and efficient, although a bit slow on the Tuesday night that we were there. They seemed very short staffed that night and the restaurant was full of patrons.
We look forward to coming back to sample a lot more.”

“The food was fresh and fantastic! Service was excellent !”