50 Best American Restaurants near East Boston

“The black and blue burger was very taste. We also got the Cesar salad - the sliced pieces of Parmesan was a nice touch. My wife got the chicken sandwich, it was so so. My biggest issue, I could not find a menu anywhere in my room, on the Marriott website or on TV system. I had to come here to see the menu. I am a little irritated they would not substitute anything for the fries. The staff seemed to have a little attitude, but it might just have been the hostess.“

“So so good! The food was delicious and so authentic, the arepa con queso tasted like my abuela made it - shout out to the chef Carmen!

The server was fast and sweet, thank you Yamilet for the fun games and great convo!

100/10 recommend <3“

“There fish is so good my Dad lives in East Boston so we love getting there fish so delicious 😋“

“March 8th we had a retirement party catered from Stevie and gang at Sammys. Cold Cut Platter Assorted Calzone Chicken Boccoli and Ziti Sausage Potato Pepper and Onion Garden salad and dressing. Delivered to Saugus!!! Hot. Fresh. On time. Cost effective. Tasty!!!! Plentiful, we ran out of nothing with 50 adults, mostly men. 5 star job. ☆☆☆☆☆ Will use for the next gathering as well. Thanks All, Steve Passariello“

“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!“

“Lovely spot with spectacular views of the water. Beautifully designed interior. Delicious, creative food. Great service.“

“not a single dish disappointed!! the gnocchi was definitely the highlight of the day - it was so tender and blended really well with the veggies. we liked the sweetness in the crispy pork ribs, and the asparagus was great too. would also recommend the cocktail with the gochujang element in it — the spicy aftertaste was super special! everything was amazing, would definitely come back again :)“

“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!“

“Piatti buoni e curati , cucina meditteranea ben interpretata“

“First time there the food was great would recommend to anyone who is in Boston.“

“May 2026
I was anticipating an amazing wagyu beef burger given the $35 price tag, but it was very ordinary and forgettable. It was cooked well-done even though I asked for medium-well, and it had absolutely no flavor, not even a hint of salt and pepper. The fries were dry and not very good either. But the corn bread was absolutely delightful and probably some of the best I’ve ever had, and the pita bread with hummus and pimento cheese was delicious, as well. Overall, about 4 stars considering the appetizers saved the day, as the wagyu burger was a flop.“

“What a great meal! Service was awesome! Chicken Parmesan egg rolls….OMG. Steak tips….OMG SANGRIA! It’s all great!“

“Delicious food, I recommend the chowder!“

“If you want a family atmosphere and to feel at home, eat here. They were incredibly kind and generous to our young family. They loved our kids and made their morning so special. We went home smiling and wishing we never left that atmosphere. Thank you so much!“

“One of my all time favorite spots in Somerville never had a bad meal. Great vibe and service always suggests it as one of the top spots in Somerville.“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“Amazing food. Don't miss out on the pasta dishes or the bread. They actually make for great sharing apps. The staff is so nice and welcoming. Drinks are delicious and unique.“

“Food, drinks and service were all excellent. We will definitely be back again!“

“I "cried" when my fave VEGAN or VEGETARIAN "GO-to" eat-in place closed all their locations around Boston. That was sadly & formerly GrainMaker .. (gone now) However DiG has grown on me as their deFACTO replacement for all FRESH VEGGIES and otherwise ALL FRESH MEAL VEGAN or VEGETERIAN eats and eat-in place! This is becoming my greatly reccomended "hidden vegan and veggie gem" in Boston with LOTS of locations. They have 3 locations thus far in Boston and 2 in Cambridge. I hav ONLY visited their downtown location thus far! Just as formerly with GrainMaker, DiG is as close to authentic home cooked! & genuinely HEALTHY! AND fresh meals that you can get to. Always fresh veggies, steamed & otherwise. --(they also serve a variety of proteins, as in variety of meats and fish, but i stay vegan. I have NEVER tried any of their meats or fish here.. ONLY their veggies and seasoned TOFU on occasion.. more oft than not, i do not even get their TOFU as a protein and opt to feast on JUST their steamed or boiled or baked veggies, bases. like rice and excellent mixed veggie salads sides!) Have been frequenting it for about 2 years since 2023 now, but held off on reviewing it until i was SURE of my experiences here. Decided to review it today bcs "it's time". I spoke to the very customer service oriented and responsibve supervisor here at this location, his name is DiJuan and was served by Adonis today and he was also very accommodating (after i explained i eat vegan) and on showing me my MANY fresh veggie choices, bases, proteins (including delish prepared Tofu) and PLENTY of heavenly veggie sides, all preped like you'd expect to find in a Thanksgiving grand day family meal. (AND they do this EVERY DAY!! ) This is HEALTHY eats and quite tasty and delish! See my posted pic w this review of my choice of eats today. In short, just today, i started with very little brown rice as my base and added 2 types of their fresh salad, Cannellini Beans w dill & greens along with their steamed or boiled Kale greens and added also a sweet potato that had been steamed & also steamed brocolli. I LUV eating fresh, healthy, TASTY and "homemade style" (as in NOT processed!!). I added their Garlic dressing to top it off. It came to something like 10+ bucks (B4 tax)! Unheard of !! for a BIG & FULLY portioned full veggie plate like this! BIG PORTION of a FULL PLATE! -- i declined, as usual to get any protein with my meal today, is why, STiLL i got a HUGE portioned plate! ( I normally HAVE2 order 2 - 3 separate orders and combine them, at HoneyGrow, anuther fave local "vegan" franchise in Boston, in order to get filled up if i'm only eating OMAD, as in One-meal-a-Day, in order to get full elsewhere usually!). They have a FAMILY (feeds4) option after 3pm every day that feeds 4-5 people (adults not kids) for like $43. QUITE A BARGAIN for something like this. AND it look like a Thankgiving day meal to top it off! --(formerly anuther non-vegan place "had this", now gone, called Boston Market. However they LOADED their side protions and even base meal with SO MUCH SALT, yuck! so that was ALL you could taste. THEY supposedly made home made, but found out NOT SO!!, theirs was loaded with processed sh*t, like their supposedly home-made mashed potatoes were the powder kind, loaded with pseudo milk and SALT, YUCK!!) NOT SO ! with this place.. DiG is 180 degrees fr tht.. This is truly GREAT tasting REAL and "home-prepped" veggies. They are winning me over from my other 2 "go-to's" "vegan-ish" franchises in Boston whcih have steadily been declining for various reasons, those being Bon-Me (their employees, over at Bon-Me for last 2-3 years it seems at ALL locations i have tried, simply do not undertsand nor speak english for the most part, their food WEN i can get it ordered the way i want it, is generally good, oft times its taken over 2 returned plates in order to get it prepared the way i orderd it.. v“

“Great place for date night.“

“I use to come to this place all the time when I lived in Boston, I’m traveling now and just found the one in seaport! Everything is fresh and AMAZING! David helped me decide what to eat tonight cause I couldn’t decide. Will always visit when I’m in town!“

“Fantastic atmosphere, amazing food and superb service. Highly recommend!“

“Super friendly and fast service right by the Garden“

“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 takeout spot. Fantastic bread and pastries, delicious sandwiches.

Disco egg & cheese: one of the best egg & cheese sandwiches I've ever had. Perfect little focaccia loaf, egg yolk that's soft but not runny, and some good cheddar. Pickled carrots are the cherry on top.

Earl gray scone: you can taste the earl gray throughout, nice thin but brown crust, soft inside. Perfect scone.

Cornbread muffin: Great cornbread with a nice bit of kosher salt on the top. Good top to bottom. My 13 year old ate it in no time.

House-made cardamom soda: Delicious! was gone in no time.

The owner makes everything herself and she's got some serious skills.“

“Great drinks at a local neighborhood bar. Cute/cozy/quaint with friendly and unobtrusive bartender. . Cash only type of corner bar. Love the decor and vibe there. Will always be back when in the neighborhood. Haven’t eaten there yet, but it’s on the list for sure.“

“This was sincerely our favorite activity while in Boston. Bonnie expertly guided us through the meal, and her attention to detail enhanced the experience. They can accommodate a variety of diets; the vegetarian option was absolutely delicious, and clearly well curated. Entire tea service was charming.“

“The food at the Shy Bird in Fenway was absolutely delicious, especially the Chicken Dunks with the homemade sauce dips they were all so good we couldn't choose a favorite and the butternut soup was absolutely incredible, with its little kick of spice and sunflower seeds! Our server was top-notch,very attentive, friendly and made excellent recommendations. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, perfect for a special occasion. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the presentation was beautiful, and the staff was friendly and went above and beyond to ensure a great dining experience. We are looking forward to our visits this summer during the Red Sox games.“

“Delicious and friendly place“

“This was my Daughter's birthday weekend and we wanted to Take her to one of the places that Guy Fieri Visited for DDD...making memories. What we got was so much more. Truthfully the Best dining experience we have EVER experienced. The hostess was super friendly and immediately made accommodations due to the fact that I am currently in a wheelchair. The atmosphere was astonishing!!! The food...we truly cannot say enough good things about an are planning when to take the trip from Vermont again to get more. We were blown away . However the highlight of our evening hands down was our Server Kevin!!! He made my Daughter's night ...focused on making her smile and gave her a piece of cheesecake to celebrate. We will remember this forever and simply cannot thank you enough“

“Nice space, attentive and friendly team and great food. Highly recommend.“

“Excellent food and brilliant staff. Turned a bad experience of being stranded due to a cancelled flight into a much brighter evening.“

“really nice spot. ❤️❤️❤️ to Alex. Great server! Wish you all the best. If you're ever in Northern NH...look us up in Milan/Gorham.“

“I come here anytime I come home to visit from Florida. Great service and great sandwiches.“

“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.“

“It’s da bomb. If you are ever in the area, don’t miss it ✌🏼♥️😎“

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

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“My friends and I came in for dinner on a Tuesday night and had a fantastic experience. First and foremost, our server, Davis, was amazing!

Not only was he super friendly and fun to talk to but he also suggested some things for the table that ended up being the favorite of the evening amongst the group. Truly great food experience made even better by great hospitality from him!

The cocktails were so delicious and well crafted, make sure you try the Northern Lights! There is something on the menu for everyone, whether you want snacks to share or a stunner of a meal. Can't wait to be back and see Davis again!“

“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.“

“Angie was great! We definitely recommend this place. Food was amazing and the mimosas were great!!!“

“Had to visit as we were in Boston x“

“I had an amazing experience thanks to Sophia! She was incredibly attentive, kind, and professional throughout my entire visit. She truly went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect, and her warm personality made all the difference. Thank you, Sophia, for the outstanding service!“

“If there was an option for more than 5 stars I’d do it, the food is not only so good but the service is some of the best I’ve ever experienced! When I was having delivery issues they were so accommodating and even went out of the way to personally make sure I got my food, all in all amazing service with amazing food, literally a win win. Must have :)“

“Owner influenced exceptional warm friendly atmosphere with pleasant service and neighborhood charm. Excellent pastries highlighted by out of universe blueberry muffins (that go fast). Good food constantly attended to by owner. Feel good place.“

“The best meal- great service- Beautiful atmosphere And warm friendly hostess“

“Awesome experience for a little hole in the wall dive.“

“Good food, nice friendly environment. Big bar!“

“Exceptional experience. The tasting menu at Fallow Kin was outstanding from start to finish. Each plate had its own unique flavor and expression, thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented. The chefs’ explanations of each dish and the sommelier’s guidance through the wine pairings made the experience even more engaging and memorable. Truly incredible. Highly recommend!“

“The Street Bar is one of our favorite places in Boston. My husband and I first came in for drinks a few years ago, and Paulina was the first Newbury employee we ever interacted with. She immediately made the place feel warm, welcoming, and special. She is not only an excellent bartender, but a genuinely good person — the kind of hospitality professional who makes you want to come back again and again.

That made it especially meaningful that she was able to serve us again this past weekend when we first arrived at The Newbury the day before our wedding. It felt like such a perfect, full-circle start to a very special weekend.

The bar itself is fantastic: elegant without being stuffy, lively without being chaotic, and perfect whether you want a full meal, a few snacks, or just a great cocktail. We especially love the oysters and the pigs in a blanket, both of which have become go-to orders for us.

It is an ideal stop after a day walking through the Common, shopping on Newbury Street, or spending time around Back Bay. Great drinks, great food, great atmosphere, and truly wonderful people. The Street Bar is a Boston staple for us.“