Restaurants in Brookline

“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.”

“We visited this popular spot at the request of our daughter for my birthday - "tapas to share, some fun drinks, it's a cool place." It was every bit of that and more.

The decor seemed simple, but very nice. Very detailed. They used their space exceptionally well. The attentiveness of our server was absolutely spot on - she appeared whenever we had a question or we needed anything!

The tapas were really flavorful and interesting. Parking was easy, on the street. We'll return for sure!”

“Visited with my sister as we have heard great things. The place was gorgeous, staff were all so lovely, and the food was beyond brilliant! Highly recommend checking out this amazing and creative new spot, you won’t be disappointed!”

“Decided to go out for dinner with a few friends and it was delicious. I liked the citrus dressing on the avocado salad. The filet mignon was tender and flavorful. For dessert, green tea ice cream is a must!”

“Very small place that can't Accommodate more than two customers at a time. Tough on customers during snow/rains with zero provisions for shelter outside.
The pastries are a saving grace, by the way. Nothing distinguishing about their sourdough and other bread varieties though good (slightly expensive). Their flour-free chocolate cake takes the cake for innovation and taste.
If only they would make an effort to combine the coffee shop next door (also owned/leased by clearflour mgmt.) they could customer convenience that bit more amenable.”

“Cute place and yummy baked goods as well as sandwiches and salads for lunch!”

“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+.”

“Finally posting a review after many visits, including for private events. It's a magical space where every detail is thoughtfully curated. The owners are experimenting and pushing boundaries to create something special and different. The cocktails are off-the-charts, and the bites - when offered - have always been phenomenal!”

“Unique, delicious pastry. Best croissants and sourdough bread. Nice people. Can sit inside or outside.”

“Authentic Thai and Tremptatious!

I loved the ground pork stir-fry basil here. Unlike other spots that use big chunks of pork, they use perfectly ground pork, which I prefer. The flavors are spot-on, and the ingredients are top-notch. If you want real Thai taste in Boston, this is the place!”

“Wonderful food and amazing service. We highly recommend the Washington Square Tavern. The best in the neighborhood!”

“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.”

“I LOVE the Bottomless Brunch option! Tacos are amazing here, and so is the French toast (we had 3 of them). I’ve been here 2 times now and I would go every weekend if I had the option (and a bottomless stomach lol)”

“Bangers and mash were fabulous at this, new to me, lovely, Irish pub!”

“My family ordered latkes, knishes, matzah ball soup, and brisket for Passover. We loved every bit of it. Can’t say enough good things about the food, the cooking instructions and the service. Looking forward to eating from there again.”

“Traditional Korean cuisine in a cozy yet elevated setting.

Came here for dinner on LNY. Expected the place to be busy, but there were only a handful of people. The ambiance and curated menu immediately brought to mind Somaek in Downtown, but with a stronger focus on authentic flavors. The menu was a mix of Korean classics—like hearty Kalbi Jjim and kimbap—alongside bar fares such as fried chicken gizzards and grilled conch. Their eclectic offerings made it hard to define a single theme, but Bell 86’s versatility made it equally suited for a fun night out and even a date night.

Favorites: Kalbi Jjim, Grilled Chicken Gizzard. Marinated Raw Shrimp, Honeycomb Rice Wine
Solid: Yun Ja Yook, Fried Chicken Gizzard, Grilled Conch
Decent: Steamed Shrimp, Mung Bean Pancake, Kimbap

From the small plates and shareables, our favorites were the grilled chicken gizzard and marinated raw shrimp. The gizzards, in particular, took us by surprise—we’ve had plenty in Seoul, but the sheer quality here was exceptional, easily some of the best we’ve ever had. With fall-apart tender beef, their signature Kalbi Jjim was another one of our favorites.

As a special LNY treat, we were served a complimentary bowl of Ddeokguk. We didn’t expect much at first, but the broth was surprisingly creamy and rich, with tender beef and dumplings that brought back nostalgic memories of the ones my grandmother used to make every year. On top of that, we also received a couple of free side dishes, which were on par with those from some of the better Korean restaurants I’ve visited in Seoul. Thoughtful touches like these made our evening more special.

For drinks, we went with the trendy honeycomb rice wine, and it was exactly what we hoped for—natural sweetness from the honey added a smooth, mellow depth.

The food menu at Bell 86 may not be overtly creative or inventive, but it offers rare and hard-to-find Korean dishes that set it apart from other restaurants in Boston. It certainly fills a niche I’ve long been searching for in the city, and I’m already looking forward to returning to try their unique lunch specials.”

“Chiharu House Roll! Almost too pretty to eat. Almost.”

“I have tried many different dishes, and none of them disappoint me. I love having my lunch or dinner here because the food is always fresh and staff is courteous. I highly recommend to eat here.�����”

“i love their food and so is family i highly recommend them”

“Great pizza an salad plus awesome non alcoholic drinks !”

“Food was awesome! Service was great too!”

“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.”

“Great food and great service”

“Enjoyed a delicious brunch here today - they also serve their regular menu all day. Staff was friendly, beautiful space.”

“La Mei Hot Pot is an absolute gem for anyone who loves authentic and flavorful hot pot experiences. From the moment you walk in, the inviting aroma and warm atmosphere set the tone for an unforgettable meal. The ingredients are incredibly fresh, and the variety of options ensures there’s something for everyone. The broth options are a standout—rich, aromatic, and full of depth.

We’ve been coming here almost twice a month for six months last year and have started doing the same this year as well. We’ve brought numerous friends along, and everyone has loved it! Our go-to order is the double broth with veggies, lamb, and tofu, and we always opt for the hand-pulled noodles—they are absolutely delicious and a must-try.

The service is impeccable, with staff who are friendly, attentive, and eager to make recommendations. They make sure everything runs smoothly, from explaining the menu to ensuring your table has everything you need. The attention to detail truly enhances the dining experience.

The quality of the food and the overall experience make the prices more than reasonable. Whether you’re a hot pot aficionado or trying it for the first time, La Mei Hot Pot is a must-visit. We’ll definitely continue coming back and recommending it to all our friends!”

“It was our first time here. Sushi was great. Staff was also very pleasant. The restaurant itself was a very nice environment nice seating and lighting. The presentation of the sushi was amazing! It came in a beautifully designed boat steaming with dried ice and beautiful decorations! They had a pretty decent size menu. Absolutely going back.”

“Delicious, fresh original pizza! Enjoyed every bite!”

“My family and I have been coming here for years, and the food still does not disappoint. Hearty portions of excellent Turkish food for a reasonable price. Will continue to eat here anytime I'm in Boston.

Kid-friendliness: A pretty good kids menu as well here”

“Great service and food loved it”

“Saw a picture of Tangsu yuk and had to try it. Tried few other dishes and they were authentic with flavors on point, but somewhat lacking ..
Pork tangsu yuk $28 came with tangsu sauce poured over already, but quickly became dry and very hard, perhaps too much starch in their batter. Tangsu sauce was good.
Jjajang myeon $14 Jjajang sauce flavor was good but again drier than typical jjajang sauce and left noodles not moist even after sauce was mixed in.
Tteok bokki $14 Thoroughly enjoyed! Full flavor and just right amount of spicy kick.
Seating was like the wood church pew chairs, hard as rock , so uncomfortable.
Vibe seemed perfect for solo diners to come and enjoy comfort foods.

Parking: Metered parking lot off central st”

“very kind and friendly staff, delicious gluten free vegan falafel pizza and gluten free vegan cheese marinara pizza with fresh tomatoes topping”

“Great food and ambience. staff is the best. Love the decor! Can't wait to go back for another dj event!”

“Would give it 10 stars if I could! Fabulous place

Kid-friendliness: From their website: "Most of our game collection is geared toward people ages 10+, but we do have a small selection of kids’ games that can be brought out on request."”

“Amazing food and good service. I will go back.”

“I recently ate at Mirchi Nation and loved their boneless chicken biryani! It was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The samosas were crispy and delicious, a great start to the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and I can’t wait to go back!”

“Delicious ramen, fast efficient service.”

“Wow, we are impressed. You all are fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable all home cooked super fresh Indian food. It was absolutely wonderful. They helped with all of our choices and we got to speak to them about their culture and where they were from absolutely wonderful. We will be eating there again. The place is very clean. Everyone is super super friendly I can’t say enough good things my husband and I are foodies. This is definitely a 10 out of 10.”

“delicious flavor and texture. very nice staff”

“Lots of attention given to drink preparation. Downside is longer what time for service.
Chocolate eclair was ok. Chocolate caramel cake was good without blowing it out of the park.

Dietary restrictions: Some gf options such as basque cheese cake

Wheelchair accessibility: Step to access store front”

“Please Cutty's I need the Spicy Chicken sandwich special!! If I was on death row and had a choice for a last meal, that would be it. I swear I check the menu daily just hoping to see that it's on there. Every sandwich is amazing so it's no wonder why Guy from Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives paid this place a visit!”

“I had a bagel and lox and tried all the babkas! It was all super fresh and delicious! I recommend this place 1000%”

“The food is truly excellent and the customer service is exceptional.
The owner went out of his way in a huge way to make our b-day party meal a great success. Best Kosher catering around! Thank you.”

“The food and service was excellent! Anthony (who was running the bar) was continuously busy making drinks for the entire restaurant and still made time to make sure everyone at the bar had his personal attention. We'll done Anthony!”

“It's a small location. They are practicing social distancing with mask and take out only. We tried the new mojitos drinks which was mixed berry, mango Orange, and grapefruit citrus. They were all so favorful and sweet. There was pieces of fruit and mint in all of them . They were all carbonated. Service was good and price was reasonable”

“A lot of the places on this street don;t offer many healthy options, especially with large enough portions. I love everything at this place- large, fresh, healthy and creative food. Highly recommend!”

“Absolutely the best ice cream I’ve ever had. I am not generally a big ice cream eater, but I have found myself having a bowl of the chocolate cherry brownie ice cream while its snowing outside!”

“Fantastic and fresh sushi. The owners are always there working hard and providing great service.

Vegetarian options: Lots of yummy vegetarian rolls and options.”

“Very good fresh sushi!
We were there alone and it’s not the cosiest of places, but the owner was super friendly and food was very good. Also pretty affordable!”

“stopped by this place as i was walking by and dined in with a friend. we shared the sushi. valentines roll was really good, so was the cosmo. i could kill ten of the onigiris. super filling and tasty. service was very nice and everything tasted fresh. no major complaints, its worth a visit if you're nearby, hungry, and want something light.”

“Came here today with an old friend who eats here often with his wife. Genki Ya is a cozy little restaurant with friendly service and delicious maki rolls. I especially recommend coming at lunch when the restaurant is not so busy. Prices for lunch are quite reasonable. For about $15 I had soup, salad (with an awesome tasting dressing) and two large flavorful maki rolls (spicy tuna and spice tuna with avocado).”

“yummy breakfast potatoes with perfect seasoning. delicious. you will leave full, happy and ready for a nap. blt sandwich was a masterpiece”

“Drunken noodles were spicy but abit overcooked. I ordered the one with shrimp and chicken but the portion was small. Portion can be improved for sure. But the taste was actually very flavorful and enough basil punch.”

“Very flavorful! I first had the bibimbap which was super yummy! Definitely go for the lunch specials--great value and excellent opportunity to try out other dishes. I upgraded to the combo which had 2 crab rangoon and a drink for $2 more.”

“I recently moved here from the Southern California. It’s been very hard for me to find a taqueria around here that it is satisfying and has flavor.
Out of the 10+ places I’ve visited this is the one I’d return to. I tried the pastor and the birria taco.”

“I had the south west bowl . It was very good . You got a lot for the money. I could not eat it all . . A little more spice would have been nice.”

“Amazing Key Lime Pie. I grew up in Florida and this pie has everything I look for. Just enough tartness to provide a smile and puckered lips without being overpowering, but best of all a full tangible creamy filling. Most Key Lime pies fall short with a light wimpy filling that makes the pie feel like all whip cream. This filling is super smooth, creamy, and tart and the whip cream topper has so much yummy vanilla in it. Surround it in a deep crumbly crust.. and Bravo! I could eat the whole thing!”

“The food here is great . Scallion pancake wraps with beef ,crispy chicken or shrimp are fantastic . Steamed buns , dumplings and noodle dishes too . Service is great . It's a small place , only a few tables , so takeout may be a good option . Definitely worth the trip .

Parking: On street parking . I've never had a problem , but it is a little tight in the neighborhood .”

“Great food, great prices, great service and bottomless great coffee at this diner-style cafe. You won’t find many of these around any more and this one is a treasure!”

“Came for a late lunch with a friend. So many great options, ended up deciding on the Tom Yum Noodle soup. Surprised with the topping choices, but the pork and fish balls were tasty. Broth was good but not enough, noodles not fully submerged even. Could’ve had more of that familiar tang of Tom yum as well. Friend had the pho, had a taste and the broth was so nice and rich. Overall really good and looking to try the pho next time!”

“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.”

“Happy with what we ordered, and people are friendly there. The only reason I gave it 4 because we did not get exactly what we ordered but happy with the surprise”

“Food is spectacular. Ordered a salad, an appetizer, a soup, a noodle dish, and the duck - absolutely everything came out stellar.
Lovely little space, gets a bit noisy when full of happy diners.”

“I got a Caesar wrap with crispy chicken and it was sooooooo delicious!! One of the best Caesar wraps I’ve ever had!!! Whoever made it deserves a big fat kiss! I will definitely be getting it again”

“incredible pizza and atmosphere”

“Love this place! They have a lot of creative and unique options. My go-to order is the Second Breakfast & Nutella latte. They update menu items seasonally and always have something new to try! Very cozy spot to dine with great atmosphere (although it can get super busy so get there early if you want to sit inside!)”

“Amazing food, amazing coffee, service can be a bit slow due to high demand during the school year, a lot of students come here and it can be tough to find a seat so come early!”

“Been 20 years since I used to come in college. Falafel pita was everything I remembered and more. Was able to bring my teenage daughter to enjoy as well. Great spot!!”

“Exellent mexican restaurant with fresh and delicious food. Service was high quality and prices the best you can get in Boston and area. Very recommended to visit and enjoy their quality food.”

“The cold brew floats are my new go to dessert. Highly recommended.”

“Great food, great prices, great service and bottomless great coffee at this diner-style cafe. You won’t find many of these around any more and this one is a treasure!”

“incredible pizza and atmosphere”

“We love this restaurant. The wine list and the menu are sublime. The service friendly and pleasant. We”

“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.”

“Absolutely the best ice cream I’ve ever had. I am not generally a big ice cream eater, but I have found myself having a bowl of the chocolate cherry brownie ice cream while its snowing outside!”

“I had a great meal at BE Pasta today for lunch, Chef Fernando was very helpful and friendly and the caprese salad with chicken cutlet that he made me was delicious. It's always nice to find a casual place with great service. Thank you Fernando!”

“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 ??”

“I recently ate at Mirchi Nation and loved their boneless chicken biryani! It was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The samosas were crispy and delicious, a great start to the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and I can’t wait to go back!”

“Cozy atmosphere with great food and delish sangria (red especially). Check the cheeses, tartar and especially the patatas bravas and salmon. Amazing.
Also note that there are some cheeses that aren't on the menu that you can still order. Ask around!”

“Delicious ramen, fast efficient service.”

“i love their food and so is family i highly recommend them”

“Great please save service”

“great sushi and udon. adorable place”

“This place is fire. Service was great for being so busy. Margarita was delicious and strong. Guacamole had a great flavor. Plaintains were flavorful with dipping sauce. Tacos were all super good ? recommend the crispy pork belly”

“delicious flavor and texture. very nice staff”

“Very small place that can't Accommodate more than two customers at a time. Tough on customers during snow/rains with zero provisions for shelter outside.
The pastries are a saving grace, by the way. Nothing distinguishing about their sourdough and other bread varieties though good (slightly expensive). Their flour-free chocolate cake takes the cake for innovation and taste.
If only they would make an effort to combine the coffee shop next door (also owned/leased by clearflour mgmt.) they could customer convenience that bit more amenable.”

“My daughter stopped in today on her way out of a drs appt. She brought home 2 perfect pistachio croissant and a box with 12 macaron. Everything was delicious. I don’t understand the limits! Her trip here must have been after noon time (1-2pm). They said one croissant per order, but since it was her and her bf they allowed them to purchase two. I understand not wanting to sell out at 8-9am and perhaps limiting, but all our money is the same! If someone gets there and waits in line and has money, sell to them! Mid afternoon limits seem silly. I’d think they would want the cases empty by closing time. I have waited 2 months to enjoy something from there. I hope to be able to purchase and try more, but we are an hour and a half away. I’d be so disappointed to go all that way and not be able to purchase a healthy size box/order. Please rethink the limit stuff!! Sincerely the best macaron and croissant I’ve had at 51 years of age! Can we order ahead and pay?”

“Unique, delicious pastry. Best croissants and sourdough bread. Nice people. Can sit inside or outside.”

“Amazing food and good service. I will go back.”

“I had a bagel and lox and tried all the babkas! It was all super fresh and delicious! I recommend this place 1000%”

“Love this place! They have a lot of creative and unique options. My go-to order is the Second Breakfast & Nutella latte. They update menu items seasonally and always have something new to try! Very cozy spot to dine with great atmosphere (although it can get super busy so get there early if you want to sit inside!)”