Restaurants near Newton Centre

“Molto bene! The decor was bright & cheerful, with yellows and whites. The owner’s daughter was friendly, fun, upbeat and managed a very busy & very loud restaurant with grace and patience. She was our server. The food was exceptional. I got meatballs (homemade) and spaghetti. I’m a homemade meatball chef at home and these were delicious! My husband’s braised beef and mashed was delicious, too. Looking forward to coming again!”

“I tried this place yesterday for the first time and I am so impressed! So far I’ve had the tabbouleh, the Israeli salad, baked fish with veggies, challah and chocolate babka and they were all so, go good! I still have frozen soups and a mushroom pot pie to try and can’t wait to eat my way through them this week for lunch. The fish was so good I can hardly believe it was frozen. My daughter kept asking for bites so I will be sure to buy multiple next time. I’ve been meaning to try this place and wish I’d gotten here sooner. They are gluten and dairy free and mostly meat free as well. A lot of their ingredients are organic and they use quality oil. They were telling me while I was there that they grind some of their flours in house. You can taste the quality! It’s so nice to have a safe, healthy and DELICIOUS option for take out! This place is worth the trip and I will absolutely be back. 😊”

“We love Luna’s!! Highly recommend the banana latte amd the savory scones. We recently ordered custom cupcakes for an event and they were gorgeous and delicious. The talented chef matched the event invitation perfectly.”

“Absolutely loved this place! The food was fantastic — pure nostalgia on a plate. Everything tasted homemade, beautifully presented, and just felt right. And our server Igor? A total superstar. Friendly, funny, and on top of everything — he made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend. Come hungry, leave happy!”

“I absolutely adore this family owned spot. Prices are amazing and the food is wonderful. The staff are SO nice.The coffee cubes and the gourmet hot dogs are the BEST!”

“The absolute best breakfast/lunch spot in Newton!”

“Love the food. Miso ramen broth was great. Music they played was very irritating. They played the cover version of pop songs. I wish they would just play the real version of the songs. It sounded like in those YouTube videos when they can’t play the real version because of copyright. Love the food though!”

“#SweetTomatoes 🍅 🍅 🍅 has been a favorite staple food in my family, and it is like #homesweethome!
I can always trust #SweetTomatoes to serve delicious and mouthwatering artisan pizza.
#SweetTomatoes scrumptious sauce perfectly complements their pizza toppings.
One of my favorites is mushroom, pepperoni, black olives, artichokes, and garlic pizza pie.
No one does pizza better!
Their service is efficient, and the atmosphere is a slice of Americana hometown neighborhood vibe.
#SweetTomatoes most definitely
epitomizes well-made and delectable pizza in #Boston.
#SweetTomatoes is my FAVORITE #pizza.
I highly recommend you make #SweetTomatoes your favorite pizza place, too!”

“I attended an event yesterday at this amazing Restaurant. The atmosphere is so inviting, the drinks were delicious. Food was absolutely scrumptious. And the staff all so kind and friendly. I highly recommend stopping in for a cocktail or dinner, you won’t be disappointed!!!”

“the oysters are out of sight! delicious bravo! bouillabaisse was amazing! I did like my server. I do suggest they get some sleep nobody was smiling.”

“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!”

“Quality ingredients. A sublime attention to detail. Balance in salty, umami and heat. The broccoli Caesar is a must have along with the homemade ricotta. I sat at Chefs counter and got wonderful attention from everyone. Amazing!”

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

“Went for the first time and everything was great!!”

“Had a wonderful dinner. Sat at the bar and were impressed by the sophistication of the bar offerings. Kyle, the bartender, guided us through the cocktails and menu. Everything we had was tasty, lots of layers of flavor, and the occasional kick of spice that lingered.”

“Giulia was amazing. Fantastic service, incredible food. From cocktails and the semolina cake sfizi which was the perfect small bite to start to the three desserts we shared around the table (affogato, orange blossom panda cottage, strawberry semifreddo) that generated debate over which was the favorite, every bite and every sip was thoroughly enjoyed. I will tryntonget a reservation every time we make it back to Boston!”

“I love everthing about this incredible gem in the heart of Newton Center.”

“Food and service are excellent!”

“amazing food. INCREDIBLE service. can not say enough good things about my experience there last night.”

“Plenty of space and foods varying from American, Mexican, New Zealand, Asian, and some fusions. Bar is okay but the environment is nice. Sometimes people study here. They usually televised big events on the screens.”

“Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.”

“We took a friend out to dinner at Oleana last night for her birthday and it was one of the best meals we’ve had. We loved being able to share and sample so many dishes, and each one was a masterful balancing of herbs, spices and flavors. The service was also top-notch. We can’t wait to return! It’s no surprise that it’s hard to get a reservation.”

“The additional noodle option was very worth it (nearly doubles the amount) and the soup base for the Umami Ramen is delicately seasoned and has a rich taste. Crew was also extremely friendly and helpful, a flawless experience for the price point.”

“June 2026
Absolutely outstanding brick oven pizza! We ordered five different pizzas and a charcuterie board for a group of eight, and we destroyed every last slice. Crisp, delicious, and bursting with flavor. Highly recommend this place.”

“Run don't walk to Pagu for absolutely scrumptious food that weaves together Japanese and Spanish Basques Cuisines! A must order is the Tuna Collar - I've never had anything like it - it's huge, great for a crowd, bone-suckingly good (literally have done that) served with rice and nori! Also make sure you don't miss Tracy Chang's homemade nonalcoholic sparking teas - my favorites are the genmaicha and the hojicha - again I've never tasted a drink like this anywhere else. And then you have to end the night with a Basque Cheesecake - I particularly love when Pagu makes a seasonal Matcha or Ube Basque cheesecake! Pagu's dishes and drinks are across the board innovative but also welcoming and absolutely delicious!”

“Magnificent, delectable food, made with love and care. Probably the best brunch in Boston, despite the menu being small. The pastry and bread spread is dionysian in its depth and excellence.”

“Visited this wonderful little restaurant after visiting the old North Church. Can’t say enough about service the menu with that creativity and the simple ambience”

“Cozy spot and can have a long wait time, but it’s well worth it. Miso butter cod was one of the best things I’ve had in the city. Service was good, waiter explained everything and answered any questions we had. Definitely a spot I would return to Boston for.”

“Romantic, quaint, charming, homey and relaxed atmosphere to disconnect from notifications and catch up with loved ones over treats. A refreshing non-dinner dining experience.”

“Yummy! And dog friendly patio.”