A plated lobster pasta dish garnished with fresh basil in a metal pan on a white tablecloth. Surrounding the main dish are various other plates including a Greek salad with feta cheese, a cocktail with a cucumber slice, bruschetta, grilled meat, and a bottle of olive oil. Silverware and a folded white napkin are placed to the right of the main dish.
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Glamorous Greek-Inspired Seafood Chain Avra Estiatorio Arrives in Boston

Simply prepared Mediterranean fish stars in special-occasion-worthy Back Bay digs.


A warmly lit, cozy restaurant interior with red patterned walls and carpet. The seating includes red upholstered chairs and banquettes around marble-topped tables set with glassware and napkins. The walls are decorated with framed abstract and figurative paintings, wall sconces with lampshades, and a zebra head sculpture. The ceiling features a geometric wooden design with hanging spherical paper lanterns.
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Boston’s Newest Steakhouse Is an Intimate, Underground Space

A dining table set with a variety of dishes including sandwiches, seafood, and plated meals, accompanied by drinks such as beer, red wine, and cocktails. The table is in front of a brown leather bench with a tall green leaf in a glass vase as a centerpiece. Behind the bench is a large, colorful abstract artwork featuring vertical lines and a mix of blue, purple, and red hues. There are also green plants visible on the left side of the image.
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Dreamy Peruvian Restaurant Rosa y Marigold Opens in Back Bay

A dining area with a long wooden table surrounded by pink upholstered chairs featuring black zebra patterns. The walls have large botanical murals in muted tones, and three ornate crystal chandeliers hang from the dark ceiling. The floor has a geometric patterned tile, and there are two small wall sconces with warm lighting on the mural wall. A large mirror with floral details is visible on the right side.
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Bambola and the Girl Next Door Bring Date-Night Glam to the Seaport


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Top 5 Seafood Restaurants in New Bedford

From fish-filled Portuguese cuisine to a beachside beer garden with stellar raw bar options, here’s where to dine in the Whaling City. 

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Top 5 Cod Dishes in Greater Boston

While Atlantic cod—vital to New England’s early economy—has been overfished, the imported variety is delicious, too. Taste history with these five excellent dishes.

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The Ultimate, Unabridged Guide to New England Seafood

An A-to-Z encyclopedia to our wild, whimsical, and occasionally weird regional bounty of fish.

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The Best Places to Find Fried Seafood around Boston

It’s summer in New England. Clam bellies and fried lobster are calling your name. Answer.

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12 Must-Visit Restaurants on Cape Cod

When you’ve had your fill of fish and chips, these spots are where Cape Cod’s dining scene shines.

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17 Must-Visit Restaurants in Portland, Maine

Where to find oysters, Tex-Mex, Belgian-style fries, souvlaki, and more in one of New England’s best food cities.


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50 Best Restaurants

An updated list of the top 50 restaurants in town that make Boston a true dining destination. These are the best places to eat in the city right now.

Best of Boston: Dining

Best of Boston: Dining

Here’s a look at the restaurant winners—and some other food- and drink-related businesses—for the Best of Boston awards.


Clams, mussels, shrimp, and broth sit in a big copper pot in front of a red tiled wall.
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Where to Find Excellent Portuguese Food in Boston and Beyond

In Greater Boston and the South Coast of Massachusetts, dive into seafood-heavy, flavorful cuisine from the Azores to Madeira to Avó’s house.

Overhead view of a plate of wontons in a bright red sauce with scallions and crispy onion.
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Darling Brings Experimental Cocktails and ‘Filet o’ Fish Bao’ to Cambridge

The new dim sum-inspired restaurant opens in the former Mary Chung space in Central Square next week.

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Best of Boston 2025: Readers’ Poll Winners

You have spoken, and you have feelings about coffee shops, politicians, and bagels.

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Here’s a Sneak Peek at What You’ll Eat at the 2025 Best of Boston Soirée

Join us at Roadrunner on July 16 to feast and celebrate.

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All the Best of Boston 2025 Food Winners

Here’s a look at the restaurant honorees—and some other food- and drink-related businesses—for this year’s awards.

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Restaurant Guides

Restaurant Guides

Where to eat right now.

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Reviews

Trying to decide whether to visit the hottest new restaurant in town? Stay in the know with our reviews.


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Best of Boston 2025 Is Here

With more than 250 winners in nine categories, here’s your annual guide to everything worth your time and money right now.

A thick, crispy fried chicken sandwich on a sesame bun is slathered with a ranch-like sauce, served with pickles and a charred lemon half.
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Where to Eat in Greater Boston in July 2025

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

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Where to Drink Greater Boston’s Most Decadent Milkshakes and Frappes

Creamy, sweet treats for a hot day.

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Your Ultimate Boston Summer Dining To-Do List

Fill the hottest months with patio dining, ice cream, Cape trips, and more.

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