New American Restaurants near Westwood, MA

“Good food but the menu could be better.“

“I enjoyed it, the drink, food and the ambience, our waiter was very attentive; wouldn’t mind returning for drinks and appetizers.“

“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.“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“Cook in Needham is my favorite place for brunch every weekend. Dinner and Lunch here are also fantastic. The food is outstanding but what it makes more special is the service and kindness from the staff. Johnny is the absolute best and he has always taken great care of us and remembered us. I highly recommend Cook to anybody it is definitely worth it!“

“Absolutely phenomenal! My goodness, the Gluten Free -right there baked- bread was other worldly!🤯 I had never had such an amazing Gluten Free Naan bread in my life! The service was amazing. My salmon was half raw, but as soon as I brought it to their attention, they recooked it. Not the same, but good.“

“Asta delivers a thoughtful, technique-driven tasting menu grounded in seasonality and restraint, favoring intention over theatrics.

The food is precise and carefully composed. Dishes emphasize balance and progression rather than shock value, with flavors that unfold quietly and reward attention. Technique is evident throughout—clean execution, measured seasoning, and a clear editorial hand guiding the menu. While the experience rarely aims for dramatic highs, it maintains a consistent level of control that keeps the meal cohesive from start to finish.

Service is calm and knowledgeable, supporting the menu without overexplaining it. Pacing is steady, transitions are smooth, and the room feels managed with care. Hospitality here is understated, aligning with the restaurant’s thoughtful tone rather than competing with it.

The space reinforces that sensibility. Intimate and composed, it encourages focus on the plate and conversation at the table. Nothing distracts from the experience, and nothing feels unnecessary.

Asta earns four stars through discipline and clarity. It may not chase spectacle or grand statements, but it executes its vision with confidence and consistency—an experience defined by precision, balance, and quiet ambition.“

“We went on a Sunday afternoon for a late lunch. There were so many options to choose from but my husband decided on a pizza from Lala’s Neapolitan-ish Pizza. The size of pizza for the price is good. I got the Cheesy Ramen from Ms. Clucks Deluxe. It was delicious!! My husband saw their chicken sandwich and already decided what he will be getting next time we go and we don't even live in the state (lol). It wasn't crowded at all at the time we went in. There were plenty of open seats (both bar top height and regular height tables). We can't wait to go back.“

“Pretty good food, but not healthy. A lot of oil used. Beer selection great, friendly servers. I've been coming here almost every day for a week and they have the same song loop about every hour, so I am starting to go insane. Other than that, I like it here.“

“The food is delicious and the drinks are soooo good. Especially the Salted Caramel Spiked Iced drink.“

“Definitely a great place with great food that'll be your family to. Great quality food that makes it one of the best places in the area. The Burgers were the best burgers we had. Period. Well done, juicy and flovorful. We had the chicken sandwich, fish tacos and deserts. ( Creme Brulee and Brownie ). All the food was phenomenal. Staff is also extremely friendly and the ambience very inviting.“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“A great meeting place for friends. Very energetic. Great beer selection and excellent food. Jess, our server was amazing.\nThe jambalaya was simply fantastic and I loved the cheesecake brûlée. I also had the seasonal Downeast Cider which was fantastic.“

“I give this restaurant 5 stars ⭐️ We actually came here to the Four points Sheraton hotel because my husband has doctors appointments nearby. The reason for the five stars is first the ambience of the restaurant was on point and comfortable not to pretentious . We were met by the hostess and she said we could sit wherever we wanted as it was a Monday evening (early ) We started with a Guinness for my husband and I wanted a red wine . The waitress recommended a wine that was very popular Valentines evening and I wanted a Malbec . She brought me a sampler of both and then decided to go with a Cabernet on the menu and thanked her for her recommendation. We started out with the wings that were cooked to perfection along with a mesquite bbq sauce . My husband and I both ordered the Bishop Burgers . He ordered it medium well with Swiss cheese and regular fries and I ordered mine medium with Cheddar and their specialty Rosemary fries which were heavenly . This restaurant is part of the restaurant but separate. It’s a well known restaurant in the neighboring city where all walks of life go to . Jeff the owner also came by to say hello and to make sue everything was to our satisfaction. A+ all around“

“DELICIOUS FOOD. Very different food fair with choices for all diets. Excellent, friendly service. Good cocktails. I’ll be back !“

“Excellent food and delicious lobster 🦞“

“Food was great ! Had the join burger, a mojito and the cinnamon ice cream“