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“

“I've been to the one in Lisbon so I was very excited to experience a different location! It is very new and looks to be a secret still. It was the perfect mix of chill and just on the brink of busy. My food was great, I went to Poe-lenta and my husband got the wood-fired pizza from the pizza location!“

“Great place for date night.“

“I've gone to Cook twice and both times have been impressed with the quality of food and service we received. Depending on the night, I would definitely recommend a reservation. The last time I went, I ordered Pita bread starter, Steak Tips, Bog drink (can't remember the exact name), and Peach Sangria. The drinks were both good. Cant complain. The starter was good - warm pita served with muhamara and cheese. Great start to the dinner. The main dish arrived, and it was decently portioned. The steak tips were cooked perfectly, the potato croquette side was solid, and I could take or leave the broccoli. Overall, very satisfied. I am sure we will be back.“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“Cafe Weekend is a small brunch spot located right outside of Packard's Corner, located next to the busy intersection of Brighton Ave.

We came around brunch hours, and the place was packed but we were able to be seated nearly instantly. Staff was quick and friendly, seating us and taking our orders in a timely manner.

We tried the Nutella French Toast, Chocolate Chip Pancakes, and French Fries. The Fries took a little longer to get out, but the wait was worth it, as it was seasoned nearly perfectly and had great taste even without any dipping sauces. The chocolate chip pancakes were more of a souffle variety, and the chocolate drizzle was warm and the chocolate chips inside the pancakes were nicely melted within the pancake. The french toast was alright, not my personal favorite but overall was still pretty good.

Prices were pretty cheap, only about $30 for 3 people. The food also came out quite quickly. One downside was I didn't see any bathroom while inside, but I could be mistaken. Overall a great brunch spot and great place to try.“

“All around an excellent experience. I'm not sure how I didn't know about this place sooner. It is a small and intimate experience. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is not stuffy but welcoming and homey.

They easily accommodated our allergies and dietary restrictions and the menu was excellent. Far better than some of the other Michelin started restaurants we have been to. It definitely worth the money. I can't wait to go back!“

“It was very good. Jose and Sierra were amazing. Very well received, checked to make sure our food and drinks were good. My filet mignon and lobster tail was cooked very well, the truffle risotto was one of the best I had. For the dessert, I loved how they showed me the options and how it comes, loved the peanut butter dessert. Will definitely be going back“

“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“

“Great time last night!! Highly recommend. This restaurant went above and beyond to accommodate a fundraiser that was held at the restaurant.“

“Excellent people exc food great prices!“

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

“Impeccably clean, prompt service, good food, not a huge beer selection but they have the correct ones. Location very easy to get to whether driving, walking, using a bicycle, or are a hobo riding the rails. Fine to use incomplete sentences but end each fragment with a period.“

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

“I haven’t been to Yard House in so long. I was starving so I decided to get dinner and go for a drink there. I ordered Lobster Garlic noodles, and for a drink I got a Twisted Tea. I was disappointed that they took Chocolate Cake off their menu that was always the best! But I got this big Oreo cookie brownie and it comes with Ice Cream on top with Caramel. It was very delicious. Also, the bartender lady with glasses who severed me was an excellent bartender! She was super sweet very friendly. I hope to come back again soon!“

“Yard House is a large, modern American restaurant that leans heavily into a high-energy bar-and-grill experience with a strong focus on variety. The space feels open and lively, with a sports-friendly layout that makes it easy for both groups and casual drop-ins to settle in. It has a polished chain-restaurant feel, but the scale and atmosphere still make it feel like a destination spot, especially around Fenway.

The menu is broad and built around comfort-forward dishes with a slightly elevated bar food approach. Items like nachos, steak bowls, burgers, and fried appetizers are consistent staples, with enough variety that groups with different preferences can all find something. Portions are generous, and the food is generally geared more toward satisfaction and shareability than subtle, refined cooking. It works well as a place where you are ordering a mix of plates rather than focusing on a single standout dish.

One of the biggest highlights is the beer selection. The rotating taps and wide range of styles make it one of the more beer-focused casual dining spots in the area. The option to build beer flights adds to that experience and makes it easy to try multiple styles in one visit, which is a big part of the appeal if you are there for drinks as much as food.

The atmosphere is busy and social, especially during peak hours or game days near Fenway. It can get loud, but that fits the overall energy of the space, especially if you are watching sports or meeting a group. Service is generally efficient and friendly, even when the restaurant is full, though pacing can vary depending on crowd size.

Overall, Yard House is a dependable option for a lively night out with a large group, sports viewing, or casual drinks with food. It is not trying to be subtle or niche, but it delivers consistency, variety, and a strong bar experience that makes it an easy go-to in the area.“

“We have had breakfast lunch at Eli’s several times, and have always had a great experience. Creative offerings, delicious food, large portions, great service. If we lived closer, we would eat there more often. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Great atmosphere,great food,reasonable“

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

“The only thing better than easy street is cheesy street and boy did we have an experience.

The service was TOP NOTCH. They customized my sandwich as requested.

Best breakfast I’ve ever gotten at a rest stop!

Their breakfast sandwiches are DELICIOUS and TWICE the size of a Dunkin or Starbucks SANGWICH.“

“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“

“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“

“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.“

“Wonderful restaurant and bar located in a lovely suburban setting. When you arrive, you are always greeted with a smile and it feels like home. The atmosphere and the food are top notch and you always feel better after having gone there!“

“Blue On Highland is hands down my favorite restaurant in New England. Food is always top notch, drinks are top-tier, and service is impeccable. going back again soon!“

“Highly recommend this place. Tried the Breakfast Sandwich and Cuban sandwich they are delicious Sonsie also has a very good selection of drinks from best cappuccino. Our server Mateo was very professional and attentive. Manager GP and Dawn also visited us. They are friendly and they enhance our very best dining experience. Thank you Sonsie We will return.“

“Amazung experience, drinks were nicely crafted, dinner was exceptional. Host, server, and owner made us feel at home“

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

“Good food and drinks; excellent service“

“Really amazing steak tips!“

“I go to Novato’s and pick up from there often. Every meal I have had has been very good! The staff is courteous and attentive. If you’re looking for a drink and apps with friends, picking up for lunch or a night you don’t want to cook, or a night out for dinner, this is the place! Can’t say enough good things. It’s a go to for any time you want great food and service!“

“This was such an amazing experience. Cocktails last night and brunch this morning. Great food and amazing service 10/10 💗“

“Last Tuesday’s lunch was made very special by our server Brady,. She was cheerful, friendly and attentive. We reunited with a longtime friend after many, many years. Hopewell’s was the perfect spot to trip down memory lane and Brady’s enthusiasm added to the fun!“

“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“

“Local live music on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Great staff, fantastic food, creative drinks, nice beer selection.“

“First time at this restaurant and I was impressed. The food was plentiful and the staff were very friendly. I will definitely be dining there again.“

“We came here for Thanksgiving. It was absolutely perfect! The ambience and relaxed atmosphere was amazing. My husband and I had the Thanksgiving meal and our kids had the pizza (yea I know :/). The kids ate all of their pizza and loved it. My husband and I loved everything about the Thanksgiving meal. The wine suggestions were top notch. Our server was very sweet and visited our table the perfect amount of times. Thank you for an amazing Thanksgiving experience!“

“Best food around!!! Great service and price!!!“

“This is hands down my favorite spot to get food. They have many options, and even Halal options. They people here know everyone in the community and it's just a feel good spot to be in. Everythings ready in 10min or less and you work eat anything better!“

“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.“

“Great food and great service!“

“Great family owned & operated restaurant!“

“Visiting from out of town, found this place on Yelp and it looked great. They were fully booked and the bar was busy but then the hostess said they have a bar downstairs! Found a spot and had dinner. Server was great, provided great food recommendations and the drinks were well made. Overall very good experience! If we’re visiting again we’d definitely stop there again for dinner!“

“Recently met my two girlfriends at Estella’s for a much-needed catch-up and hangout, and I’m so glad we chose this spot! I had never been before, but it’s definitely now on my list of places to revisit.

The food was great, especially the Rasta pasta with chicken, wings, and sticky ribs, and the drinks were absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself was beautiful, with different seating areas that each had their own vibe.

But the absolute best part of our experience was our server, Kathy. She was such a pleasure- attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and drinks, and her energy was unmatched. She somehow knew when we were having more serious conversations and when to give us space, while still checking in at just the right moments. Whether it was giving us space, checking in, or simply bringing her sunshine and positive energy to the table, she truly made our night special.

We’ll definitely be coming back- not only for the delicious food and drinks, but to see Kathy again!“