Guidebook for Boston

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Guidebook for Boston

Food Scene

Adorable breakfast and lunch counter turning out awesome pressed sandwiches and chocolate chip cookies.
21 locals recommend
Blunch
59 E Springfield St
21 locals recommend
Adorable breakfast and lunch counter turning out awesome pressed sandwiches and chocolate chip cookies.
Small, stylish spot from renowned Boston Chef Ken Oringer serves up celebrated tapas, cocktails and Spanish wines.
168 locals recommend
Toro Boston
1704 Washington St
168 locals recommend
Small, stylish spot from renowned Boston Chef Ken Oringer serves up celebrated tapas, cocktails and Spanish wines.
This bakery specializes in French treats like croissants and sticky buns, and also serves excellent coffee and lunch items.
180 locals recommend
Flour Bakery
1595 Washington St
180 locals recommend
This bakery specializes in French treats like croissants and sticky buns, and also serves excellent coffee and lunch items.
Creative, seasonal Italian dishes in a hip, vibrant, and sunny atmosphere - great place to get brunch or cocktails.
46 locals recommend
Stella Restaurant
1525 Washington St
46 locals recommend
Creative, seasonal Italian dishes in a hip, vibrant, and sunny atmosphere - great place to get brunch or cocktails.
Housemade pastas and other small plates are served at this casual-chic wine bar with a nice big patio.
31 locals recommend
SRV
569 Columbus Ave
31 locals recommend
Housemade pastas and other small plates are served at this casual-chic wine bar with a nice big patio.
Parisian-style bistro offering classics like steak frites in cozy, classy quarters.
25 locals recommend
Petit Robert Bistro
480 Columbus Ave
25 locals recommend
Parisian-style bistro offering classics like steak frites in cozy, classy quarters.
Carnivore-centric, French-Italian wine bar and butchery from famed local restaurateur Barbara Lynch.
33 locals recommend
The Butcher Shop
552 Tremont St
33 locals recommend
Carnivore-centric, French-Italian wine bar and butchery from famed local restaurateur Barbara Lynch.
This trendy gastropub designed with reclaimed wood offers hard-to-find poutine and other New American dishes.
47 locals recommend
The Gallows
1395 Washington St
47 locals recommend
This trendy gastropub designed with reclaimed wood offers hard-to-find poutine and other New American dishes.
Venezuelan eatery known for excellent arepas, served in a cozy, Latin-accented space.
38 locals recommend
Orinoco: A Latin Kitchen
477 Shawmut Ave
38 locals recommend
Venezuelan eatery known for excellent arepas, served in a cozy, Latin-accented space.
Small Mexican restaurant serving regional classics and standards, with a bar slinging beer, sangria and margaritas.
30 locals recommend
El Centro Mexican Restaurant
472 Shawmut Ave
30 locals recommend
Small Mexican restaurant serving regional classics and standards, with a bar slinging beer, sangria and margaritas.
A popular (cash only) Italian restaurant specializing in seafood and red-sauce pasta dishes.
115 locals recommend
Giacomo's
355 Hanover St
115 locals recommend
A popular (cash only) Italian restaurant specializing in seafood and red-sauce pasta dishes.
Relaxed, romantic neighborhood bistro that offers creative, Mediterranean-inspired eclectic dishes.
18 locals recommend
Metropolis
584 Tremont St
18 locals recommend
Relaxed, romantic neighborhood bistro that offers creative, Mediterranean-inspired eclectic dishes.
Airy dining room for inspired renderings of Spanish favorites, creative cocktails and a large wine list.
10 locals recommend
Estragon Tapas
700 Harrison Ave
10 locals recommend
Airy dining room for inspired renderings of Spanish favorites, creative cocktails and a large wine list.
Creative American-global fusion food and a colorful, fun vibe make this spot a neighborhood staple.
23 locals recommend
Tremont 647
647 Tremont Street
23 locals recommend
Creative American-global fusion food and a colorful, fun vibe make this spot a neighborhood staple.
Small, hip spot specializing in Italian small plates, pizza, pasta & charcuterie. Don't miss the Italian grinder!
64 locals recommend
Coppa Enoteca
253 Shawmut Ave
64 locals recommend
Small, hip spot specializing in Italian small plates, pizza, pasta & charcuterie. Don't miss the Italian grinder!

Drinks & Nightlife

If you're looking for a great dive bar within walking distance, Anchovies has it all: cheap drinks, funky decorations, and excellent late-night comfort food.
46 locals recommend
Anchovies
433 Columbus Ave
46 locals recommend
If you're looking for a great dive bar within walking distance, Anchovies has it all: cheap drinks, funky decorations, and excellent late-night comfort food.

Essentials

Large supermarket with a farm-fresh, artisanal emphasis to its groceries, produce and meats.
79 locals recommend
Foodie's Markets
1421 Washington St
79 locals recommend
Large supermarket with a farm-fresh, artisanal emphasis to its groceries, produce and meats.

Parks & Nature

This small park has a historic fountain and grassy areas for picnicking.
Blackstone Square
1535 Washington St
This small park has a historic fountain and grassy areas for picnicking.
Neighborhood green space with basketball and tennis courts, community gardens and seasonal events.
14 locals recommend
Titus Sparrow Park
75 W Rutland Square
14 locals recommend
Neighborhood green space with basketball and tennis courts, community gardens and seasonal events.