50 Best American Restaurants near Needham

“So glad we found this spot!! Food is true farm to table, fresh and absolutely delicious. We had the crab cake, beet salad, halibut and fish tacos, everything was fantastic, even the coffee with dessert was a notch above the rest!! Service was friendly and attentive, we will be back to see Courtney!! Thank you for an outstanding meal, it was a perfect relaxing evening to end a long week.“

“Landed at Cook's for DJ Bingo on Thursday night. GAME starts at 7p. Came for the game, loved the staff, food and drinks. Plenty of close parking (free) clean restrooms great location. I had the tendies and fries 🍟 fresh hot and delicious. Also had a glass of wine 🍷 excellent pour!“

“Best breakfast/brunch in town. I'm here at least once a week. Food is always fresh, stocked on hot sauce, plenty of choices. My gotos are the avocado toast (I get it with 3 poached eggs) and sometimes the French Toast with bananas. Solid! Super friendly staff.“

“Their food is amazing. But I got takeout recently and they put their amazing mashed potatoes in a tinfoil package instead of a cup so I had to scrape it out and ended up getting bits in my food. Really weird choice tbh so I took a star off bc the mashed are so good and I wanted all of it.“

“I have been going to Bagels Best since I was a kid with my grandfather every morning after I slept over. They have had the best bagels by a long shot and I have traveled across the state to get their bagels, breakfast bagel, and smoked salmon which is spectacular! Such great food in a great establishment run by amazing people who care about their customers. Highly recommended!!“

“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 :)“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Great place for date night.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“I have lived in the Boston-esque area for twelve years and have eaten so many good meals, but the fish tacos here are the only meal I needed to have before my upcoming move out west(ern MA). Cocktails are fun and creative, service is 13/10, the XL portions of fries that require to-go boxes are the only fries I’ve ever found to reheat well, and if you’re lucky, Steve will be tending bar. I love going at the slightly quieter times but I’ll never gatekeep the euphoria experienced by a meal here. Bonus perks: Max & Chelsea have the best senses of humor, the murals on the patio are always amazing, the beer and wine selection are vast (also the mocktails!), and the decor always feels like your favorite “I Spy” book.“

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

“Transformative experience: Tasting Menu for two. A gorgeous parade of artistic and delicious fresh, local and creatively composed delights. Bluefin with blood orange, seared mackerel, fennel custard, seven dishes, each adorned with in-season local vegetables, herbs, broths and extracts. The centerpiece of dinner was fabulous, I hope to return and have this by itself (over and over, again). Every wine pairing was exceptional, and covered the world. The tasting menu is a truly special event. You need several hours to gracefully move through the courses. We selected seats with a view of the kitchen, each of the six principals with visible skills and balanced assignments. Many thanks for a remarkable evening.“

“Vertigo Trio would like to thank Prep Neighborhood Kitchen for an incredible meal at our gig in their restaurant last night. Just absolutely fabulous! These guys are like "Bear" but with less swearing and death threats!“

“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!“

“Everything was great! Service and food was excellent!“

“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.“

“My family and I were there for Marisa the food and service were great. We are all thinking about her and can’t wait to see her again. Get well soon“

“We always enjoy our meals at Buttonwood! Delish food, clever cocktails and fab service 🤩 special shoutout to Emily 👏“

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

“Amazing how food! Great atmosphere! Friendly staff!“

“Had a delicious dinner last night at Avenue and wish we had checked it out sooner. Amazing wine and cocktail. Tried the Brie appetizer and Avenue Flatbread, which were both delicious and unique! Spiro, our server, was so attentive and knowledgeable. Service was excellent! Wish we had room for dessert bc that also sounded great but I guess we just have to go back soon“

“If I need to stop on the Mass Pike, I always try to make sure it's at one of the rest stops with a Cheesey Street.
The food is delicious, and it's great to support small business.
Which sandwich to get is always a hard decision, but I usually get either the Caprese or the classic 3 cheese, sometimes with bacon.“

“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.“

“This is the Tri Fecta. Awesome food. Incredible service. Thank you Colleen! And great atmosphere. I think the ricotta pistachios pie was the best thing I've ever eaten!! Already planning my visit back.“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“Awesome good food and awesome prices! Kid friendly and everybody is chill!“

“our favorite spot in Roslindale“

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

“TOURIST’S TAKE!!! ——-> I recently visited the Time Out Market in Boston and had a great overall experience, especially when comparing it to the Lisbon location. One of the first things that stood out was how much cleaner the Boston market felt. Even during busy hours, the seating areas and food stalls were well maintained, with staff regularly clearing tables and keeping the space tidy. It made the whole experience more comfortable and less chaotic than what I remember from Lisbon. Pricing was another pleasant surprise. While food halls can sometimes feel overpriced in tourist-heavy cities, Boston’s Time Out Market felt noticeably more affordable. Portions were reasonable for the price. The variety of options was also a positive note. There was a strong mix of local favorites and creative concepts. It’s a good place to bring a group! The atmosphere was also better as there was a Red Sox game that evening so there was definitely excitement in the market combined with live music made it an exciting place to be. Overall, I’d give the Boston Time Out Market four stars. It’s cleaner, more budget-friendly, and offers a more versatile food selection compared to the Lisbon location!“

“food is fresh and good!!!!“

“Get those awesome skins back…..“

“Chef Dave's is a spectacular dining experience.The staff are incredibly friendly and Knowledgeable. The food is both creative and absolutely delectable.“

“Best place and best people“

“This place was great!! Highly recommend! Awesome atmosphere!“

“The service and the food is amazing. I highly recommend it.“

“Amazing“

“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.“

“Delicious food and excellent service!!“

“Really amazing steak tips!“

“This place is wonderful!!! Great food, and decor. Even the Ladies bathroom is chill. Shout out to Sam our server who was so cool! Definitely coming back :)“

“Had a good dinner here with a group of friends. We shared a bunch of different tapas/meals, which was a nice way to try a variety of things. I enjoyed the BBQ shrimp, fried chicken sliders and burger sliders. The biscuits were ok.

We made a reservation ahead of time and were seated right away. Parking outside was tight on Saturday night, but there was space in the garage.“

“Great place especially if you’re a brew aficionado. (I am not.) Went with some long-time friends for dinner. They are beer fans and they spent quite a while discussing the many thousands of options.

The food was pretty good. Not overly-large-typically-American portions. I got the mac and cheese just cuz I like mac and cheese. Our apps were good too.

The waitstaff is great. Very knowledgeable and polite.

It’s pretty loud there even though it’s sort of an indoor/outdoor place. We sat inside but it was so nice out that they opened their bay (think garage) doors so the breeze could waft through. It ended up being a bit cold but was fine.

This is a great dinner or happy hour restaurant. Highly recommend!!!

Oh and for dinner *definitely* make reservations. Or else risk a very long wait.“

“Great place for brunch and good customer service“

“Good food but the menu could be better.“

“Had a great meal last night - showed up a little later after a high school b-ball game and had fast service, great servers, and amazing food. I was starving because I missed lunch - had tuna tartare app (best I have had in a while), ceased salad starter, and halibut entree. All courses were A+!“

“Everything about this place is great. Food and Staff are fantastic. The only thing I would like to see on the menu even though it has been changed is more non meat items for example it would be great to see Turkey burgers/veggie burgers and/or grilled chicken burgers. Thank you“