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| 2 Jerks BBQ 701 Broadway Raynham, MA 02767 (508) 386-2737 |
BBQ & American Casual | • Brisket & Sausage with Cole Slaw & Mac & Cheese • Plate of Bacon • Banana Pudding |
Brisket and Sausage both get honorable mention. They were very enjoyable and had no chewy pieces. Also the BBQ sauce was really good which made for a nice complete meat package.:) Cole Slaw was average. Mac & Cheese was definitely super cheesy but not overly flavorful otherwise. Plate of Bacon had a nice sweetness but would've been better if it were crispier. Banana Pudding was just ok. | |
| 2 Mauro's Cafe 372 Union St. Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 309-3127 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Thanksgiving Day Sandwich • Bread Pudding |
√ Omelette √ Bread Pudding |
The Omelette was a somewhat surprising standout here! I wouldn't have thought I'd give the full nod to somewhat of a "generic" type of item, but this omelette was really big, very fresh, still a little steamy when I cut into it, and the cheese was actually stretchy! If you're hungry and looking for a really good omelette, look no further:) Bread Pudding was another unexpected win here. With a cinnamon bread base, and an eggy/custardy layer, you cannot go wrong with this bread pudding. Note that this item is also large and best shared. Thanksgiving Day Sandwich was ok, but stick to breakfast. |
| 5 South Main 5 S. Main St. Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 383-3555 |
Brunch, Breakfast & Sandwiches | • Grilled Cheese | Fine but nothing special. | |
| 9 Elm 9 Elm St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 774-9436 |
New England & Bistro | • Onion Soup • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Great Hill Blue Cheese Stuffed Medjool Dates • Chocolate Souffle |
All dishes were fairly average. | |
| 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille 22 Bowen's Wharf Newport, RI 02840 (401) 841-8884 |
Steak, Seafood | • Onion Rings • French Onion Soup |
The French Onion Soup was good but average. The Onion Rings looked impressive stacked as a small onion mountain, but unfortunately lacked any kind of crispiness, and had hardly any flavor. | |
| 42 Degrees North 690 State Rd. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 224-1500 |
Steak & Seafood | • Mac & Cheese Fritters • Steak Tips • Tiramisu |
Mac & Cheese Fritters and Steak Tips were average. Tiramisu had sort of a fruity element to it, which kind of detracted unfortunately. | |
| 50's Diner 900 Providence Hwy. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 326-1955 |
Diner, Breakfast | • Custom Omelette • Fries • Chocolate Creme Pie |
Good service. Typical diner food. Decent, but nothing to write home about. | |
| 71° West Atlantic Steakhouse 114 Water St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 830-0001 |
Seafood, Bars, Steakhouses | • French Onion Soup • Marinated Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese Casserole w/Short Rib |
French Onion Soup was on the slightly better side of average but still felt like it was missing something. Marinated Steak Tips were on the better side of average but again felt like they were missing something... Mac & Cheese Casserole was a hearty portion, and was pretty to look at, but no amazing wow factor. Moreover the Short Rib was cut up into little mini cubes for some reason, that tasted fine, but just seemed like an odd way to do an add-on to the dish. Overall better side of average. | |
| 75 Chestnut 75 Chestnut St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 227-2175 |
Eclectic, American | • Harvest Pumpkin Ravioli • Steak Tips • Crème Brulee Trio • Chocolate Trilogy • Dessert Wine — Rosemblum Black Muscat, California — La Famiglia Moscato Bianco, California — D. De Coyeux Muscat De Beaumes-De-Venise (France) — Chateau Haut-Bergeron (Sauternes) |
√ CrÈme Brulee Trio | I was not altogether impressed with the dessert sampler. The creme brulee was decent, but (in my humble opinion) could have been improved with hazelnut accents, the almond soup would have faired better with a slightly darker chocolate, and the bread pudding would have been better complimented with mini milk chocolate chips. The steak tips were not all that good, the ravioli was good, but nothing outstanding. The unexpected winner here was the Crème Brulee Trio. The flavors included chocolate, vanilla, and passion fruit, and held a very light and smooth texture under their crisp sugary topshell. Expensive, but certainly worth at least the occasional journey. Honorable mention also for the D. De Coyeux Muscat De Beaumes-De-Venise dessert wine. Light and not overly sweet. |
| 80 Thoreau 80 Thoreau St. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 318-0008 |
Bistro & American Fine Dining | • 80 Thoreau Burger • Celery Root Soup • Flourless Chocolate Cake |
The Celery Root Soup and the Thoreau Burger were average. The Flourless Chocolate Cake had a nice hint of cinnamon, but was small and not particularly memorable. Bonus points for good service. | |
| 110 Grill 171 Commonwealth Rd. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 975-4437 — Various Locations |
American, American Casual & Comfort Food | • Sweet Potato Tots • Steak Tips • Chicken Caprese Parmesan |
Sweet Potato Tots were on the better side of average. They had a nice crunch but were nothing special beyond that. Steak Tips were also on the better side of average. No chewy pieces but not overly flavorful. Chicken Caprese Parmesan was also pretty good, and a more unusual combination, but nothing overly special flavorwise. | |
| 350 Grill 350 Worthington St. Springfield, MA 01103 (413) 439-0666 |
Steak, New American | • Spring Rolls • Risotto Balls • Pumpkin Ravioli • Bleu Cheese Fripps • Teriyaki Fettucine Alfredo • Chicken Vincenzo |
The Spring Rolls, Risotto Balls, Pumpkin Ravioli, and Chicken Vincenzo were very average. The Bleu Cheese Fripps get honorable mention. Pretty tasty and addicting, and perfect finger food if you're just coming here for a few drinks.The Teriyaki Fettucine Alfredo also gets honorable mention. A very unusual undercurrent of yummy, this dish was tasty without being overpowering. Try it and see what I mean. | |
| 730 Tavern 730 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 868-8800 |
Sports Bar | • Sea Salt Pretzels • Arancini • Steak Salad • Burger w/Onion Rings • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Sea Salt Pretzels were on the better side of average. Arancini gets honorable mention for a nice texture and a nice flavor, but it just didn't quite pop enough. Steak Salad was on the better side of average, with the steak being fairly flavorful and with no chewy pieces. Mac & Cheese was not very good, mostly due to insufficient cheese. Burger was on the slightly better side of average. Onion Rings were on the far better side of average. | |
| 900 Degrees 50 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 641-0900 |
Pizza & Italian | • Cheese Plate Sampler • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Toasted Almond Cream Cake • Tiramisu |
Cheese Plate Sampler was average. The Pizza was fairly undercooked in the middle, and simply didn't taste all that good even on the cooked parts. Tiramisu and Toasted Almond Cream Cake were average. | |
| 1369 Coffee House 1369 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 576-1369 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches | • Iced Coffee • Almond Joy Hot Chocolate • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Almond Joy Hot Chocolate √ Iced Coffee |
The Almond Joy Hot Chocolate was like drinking liquid awesome. On a cold day or any day, this is the drink you want to be holding. Sweet, creamy, flavorful, and definitely worth the journey. Iced Coffee was also really tasty and smooth. Some of the best of I've had in the iced coffee realm (and that isn't flavored). Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. |
| 1750 Taphouse 170 Rte. 101 Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 488-2573 |
American (Traditional), Beer Bar | • Tater Kegs • Apple Grilled Cheese • Onion Rings (side) • Pizza |
The Tater Kegs were basically tater tots with cheese and bacon on them. You really can't go wrong with that but I won't go so far as to call it worth the journey. Apple Grilled Cheese was fine but a bit overly bready. Onion Rings were huge but flavorless. Pizza was fine but average. | |
| 2Twenty2 4 Liberty Sq. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 723-3222 |
Lounges, Comfort Food, Diners | • Beef Empanada • Steak Tacos • Philly Steak & Cheese Eggrolls |
Steak Tacos were average. Beef Empanada was a little doughy but not too bad. Not really memorable though. Philly Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were probably the best of the finger food sampled, but I can't give them much beyond the slightly better side of average. | |
| 16C 16 Cottage St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 481-2170 |
Pizza, American Casual & Comfort Food | • Pepperoni Sheet Pizza • Steak Tips • German Chocolate Cake |
Pepperoni Sheet Pizza was good, but a little too doughy. Steak Tips were on the better side of average, but just didn't pop enough with the flavor. German Chocolate Cake was also on the better side of average but just didn't quite pop enough. | |
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| A&B Burgers 206 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 993-7394 — Various Locations |
Burgers & American Casual | • B Burger • Truffle Parmesan Fries • Pina Colada Milkshake |
B Burger was average. Truffle Parmesan Fries were on the slightly better side of average. Pina Colada Milkshake was nothing special. | |
| A&J King Artisan Bakers 48 Central St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-4881 |
Bakery, Dessert | • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Chocolate Croissant • Almond Croissant • Chocolate Bread Pudding • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie |
√ Ham & Cheese Croissant √ Chocolate Bread Pudding |
The Ham & Cheese Croissant was fantastic. Admittedly, I almost limited it to honorable mention because I had really wanted it to be hot. However, after some consideration, I actually believe that might have deterred from it's wonderful flaky soft texture. As far as the ham & cheese, it might not be the best out there, but as far as the croissant, it's very much a front runner. Similarly, the Chocolate Croissant was quite tasty, but I didn't feel like I could give it the nod due to it's minimalist chocolate internals. Pretty much the same story for the Almond Croissant. But, if you're looking for your chocolate fix here, look no further than the Chocolate Bread Pudding. Soft, melt in your mouth, chocolate mouthfuls in each bite kind of deal, I can only imagine the orgasms that might be achieved if this is bought fresh out of the oven. I'd say this is definitely a contender for one of the best bread puddings so far. In odd contrast, the Chocolate Chip Cookie and Brownie were really not all that good. |
| A3 65 Summer St. Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 585-6555 |
Pizza, Italian | • Garlic Bread • Mozzarella Sticks • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • 40-Layer Lasagna • Chicken Parm |
√ 40-Layer Lasagna | Garlic Bread was average. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza gets honorable mention. While it didn't quite pop enough for the full nod, it was quite enjoyable and you won't be disappointed if you get it! Mozzarella Sticks had a nice crisp shell with impressively stretchy cheese, but unfortunately was lacking in flavor. 40-Layer Lasagna just gets the nod. Admittedly not my usual fair, it had some nice crispy edges and was just very flavorful, with a nice chunky marinara sauce. Very enjoyable. Chicken Parm was on the far better side of average. |
| Abbey, The 686 Admiral St. Providence, RI 02908 (401) 351-4346 |
Burgers | • Loaded Chili Nachos • Onion Rings • Roadhouse Burger |
The Loaded Chili Nachos were very average. The Onion Rings were ok, but could've been crunchier and less doughy. The Roadhouse Burger was a good, solid, packed burger, but short of it's size, no great wow-factor. | |
| Abbott's Frozen Custard 1853 Massachusetts Ave. Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 538-4361 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Almond Frozen Custard | √ Chocolate Almond Frozen Custard | The perfect spot between hard ice cream and soft serve. It's kind of in Wendy's Frosty territory, but far better! Highly recommend a stop in. |
| Abby Park 550 Adams St. Milton, MA 02124 (617) 696-8700 |
American, Comfort Food | • Bacon Apple Cheddar Pizza • Butternut Squash Tortellini |
The Bacon Apple Cheddar Pizza gets honorable mention. It was a really yummy combination of toppings, but I really wanted it to be crispier. Try this one and see what you think for yourself. Butternut Squash Tortellini was not that good. | |
| Abe & Louie's 793 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 536-6300 |
Steak | • French Onion Soup • French Fries • Chocolate Souffle • Fresh Baked Cookies • Filet Mignon Club Sandwich (L) • Dessert Wine — Chateau La Rame, 2003 Reserve |
√ Filet Mignon Club Sandwich (L) | The meat itself was pretty tasty, but the combination of the brioche bread, the bacon with minimal fat, and the Abe & Louie's steak sauce, makes this a dish worth the journey. Just note that this item is only available for lunch. French onion soup was nothing special, cookies were decent but also not that exciting, and the chocolate souffle was very light and fluffy, but seemed to me to be the equivalent of eating vanilla sponge cake. |
| Abington Ale House 1235 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 871-6811 |
Brewpub | • Nachos • Buffalo Chicken Dip • Kung Pao Chicken Wraps • Rustic Three Cheese Mac |
The Rustic Three Cheese Mac, Buffalo Chicken Dip, and the Kung Pao Chicken Wraps were all good, but nothing special. The Nachos had a tasty chili, but really weren't anything too special. | |
| Abraham's Bagels 11 Liberty St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 465-8148 |
Bakeries, Bagels | • Asiago Bagel with Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese • Blueberry Bagel with Blueberry Cream Cheese |
Both bagels were fine, if a little bready. Reasonably soft, with a good chew, but I can't say either bagel nor cream cheese had any great wow factors. | |
| Acapulcos 900 Cummings Ctr. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 232-0100 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Acapulco Burrito • Nachos • Combo Juares |
√ Acapulco Burrito | I would define this as what I would be looking for when being in the mood for a burrito. I got the version with shredded beef, which was not only flavorful, but melt in your mouth tender. The Combo Juares combo I ordered contained a ground beef taco, a chicken enchillada, and a shredded beef Chimichanga. All of them were good, but the most I can give is honorable mention to the ground beef taco. Still, can't really go too wrong here. Avoid the nachos however as they really aren't all that good. Bonus points for very quick service. |
| Adelita 1200 Main St. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 254-0710 |
Mexican | • Birria Quesadilla • Beef Enchiladas • Tres Leches Cake |
Birria Quesadilla was ok but would've been better if the shell were crispier. Beef Enchiladas were on the slightly better side of average. Enjoyable but not especially memorable. Tres Leches Cake is the kind that comes in a glass, and was similarly enjoyable for what it was. Better side of average. | |
| Agave Mexican Bistro 50 State St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 499-0428 |
Mexican, Bistro | • Agave Nachos • Queso Fundito • Cheese & Corn Chowder • Chicken & Cheese Chile Relleno • Carne Asada Burrito |
A tough call for me on the Agave Nachos...I definitely give them honorable mention as they were really tasty and well made, but I just don't feel like I can give them the full nod because, something just felt like it was missing... This is one of those instances where I can't quite put my finger on it, but I'm going with my gut. If you go there and try them and tell me that you think I'm dead wrong, I'd be willing to do a retry. But for the moment, my rating stand. The Queso Fundito was "interesting". Basically a bubbling vat of cheese, meat, and oil. I can't say it particularly sang to me. The Cheese & Corn Chowder had a nice taste, but was totally liquid and had no creaminess whatsoever (to my disappointment). I mean you hear chowder, you'd think creamy right? The Carne Asada Burrito was not that good because the meat was FAR too chewy. The Chicken & Cheese Chile Relleno was ok, but nothing special. One sidenote, the beans and rice accompanyments on both the dishes were very tasty! | |
| Agawam Diner 166 Newburyport Tpke. Rowley, MA 01969 (978) 948-7780 |
Diners, Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers | • Custom Omelette • Dons Homemade Hash • Chocolate Cream Pie |
Chocolate Cream Pie just missed the full nod but gets high honorable mention. The crust was soft but still flavorful, and the chocolate and whipped cream really sang to me. It still felt like it was missing a little something but you will not be disappointed if you get this pie. Honestly, the other pies looked similarly good so I may have to go back and try some others! The Omelette was fairly standard, and Dons Homemade Hash was on the better side of average. Not sure entirely what was in it, but it worked out fairly well. | |
| Agostino's 23 Washington St. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 655-6643 |
Italian, Pizza | • Bruscetta • Toasted Ravioli • Chicken Parm • Chocolate Mousse Pie |
The Bruscetta was a little heavy as it was done on a thick cut bread. The Toasted Ravioli was also a little too heavy, but reasonably good. The Chicken Parm was pretty standard, though the accompanying meat sauce was fairly good. The Chocolate Mousse Pie was below average. | |
| Airfield Cafe, The 9A Lafayette Rd. N. Hampton, NH 03862 (603) 964-1654 |
Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch | • Steak Tips • Loaded Tots |
A cute little place by a small airstrip. The Steak Tips came out as more like steak fingers (like chicken fingers). Not sure if this was by design or because someone forgot to cut them into tips. That aside, they're apparently marinated in cola, and thus have this semi-sweet flavor on them without actually having a real glaze. Between this and the fact that they didn't have any chewy pieces, I'd have to give these honorable mention. I didn't even mind having to do a little extra cutting:). Loaded Tots on the other hand had virtually no flavor, so don't even both with those. | |
| AJ's Kitchen 162 Lowell St. Wilmington, MA 01887 (978) 657-0037 |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Steak Bomb Sub • Meatball Sub • Pizza (Slices) • Pizza Rolls |
The Steak Bomb itself was not all that exciting, however I do have to give honorable mention to the bread. It was very warm, fresh, and soft, and the sesame seeds were a nice touch. The Meatball Sub was pretty decent overall, but again that bread was just amazing! The pizza rolls were ok as well, but fairly generic frialator-fair. The pizza itself was good, but nothing special. Bottom line, it'd be a worthwhile stop if you're driving by it, but not worth a special journey. | |
| Al Forno 577 S. Water St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 273-9760 |
Italian, Pizza | • Native Corn Fritters with Spicy Mayonnaise Bruschetta • Native Corn Chowder with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil • Baked Pasta with Tomato, Cream, Five Cheeses & Corn • Grilled Pizza • Cookie Plate |
This place is supposedly the inventor of the grilled pizza, but if that's the case it seems to be they have some work to do... The pizza is basically thin bread, some sauce, some cheese, & little shreds of lettuce. Seemingly almost no spices. It was very cardboard like (in taste, not in texture). The cookie plate wasn't much better. It was nice that the cookies were warm and freshly baked, but for the price they charged ($20), I was expecting a lot more. The Native Corn Fritters were nothing special. They were light, but fairly flavorless. The Native Corn Chowder wasn't bad, but I really wanted it to be thicker. The Baked Pasta was the best thing tried here, and in fact gets honorable mention (just barely). I wanted it to be cheesier, but the flavors worked well together, and the slight burning of the pasta gave it an unusual (yet welcome) crunchiness. | |
| Al's French Frys 1251 Williston Rd. Burlington, VT 05403 (802) 862-9203 |
Burgers, American Casual | • Chili Cheese Fries • Cheeseburger |
This place is basically like a mix between a 50's diner and a McDonald's, unfortunately swinging more towards the latter... The namesake fries were very average, even with the addition of cheese and chili (which itself was actually pretty bad), and the cheeseburger had a flavorfully toasted bun, but was quite average otherwise. No special offerings here, this is simply "local fast food." | |
| Alba on 53 2053 Washington St. Hanover, MA 02339 (781) 789-5527 |
Italian, Steakhouses, Mediterranean | • Braised Short Rib Gnocchi • Mac & Cheese (side) • Tiramisu • Chocolate Cake |
Braised Short Rib Gnocchi was simply just ok. The Short Rib was little too fatty for my taste, and Gnocchi wasn't overly flavorful, and I wanted the sauce to be a bit creamier. Mac & Cheese on the other hand gets honorable mention. The portion itself was huge (and was in no way just a side even though it's listed as such), and it's not even that it had any particular highlights, but it was just a very solidly put together Mac & Cheese dish with flavors that really worked together well. If you have a craving for it you won't be disappointed with this rendition. Tiramisu, which is apparently made in house, was terrible. A really heavy dessert which tiramisu should never be. Avoid. Chocolate Cake was a ridiculously large slice for $19, and while you may be getting you money's worth by volume, I wouldn't go much beyond average flavorwise. | |
| Alcove 50 Lovejoy Wrf. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 248-0050 |
Cocktail Bars, American (Traditional), Wine Bars | • Pumpkin Soup • Formaggio Melt • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Pumpkin Soup was hearty and nice but not a great standout. Formaggio Melt was about as basic a grilled cheese as you can get. Accompanying fries were actually pretty tasty though. Mac & Cheese had an odd consistency (but not in a bad way). Hard to describe but either way it wasn't quite cheesy enough. | |
| Alden Park 160 Colony Pl. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 830-6777 |
American | • Steak Flatbread • Roasted Vegetable Cheese Dip • Vegetable Risotto • Sweet Chili Wings (Bar) • Banana's Foster Grilled Cheese dessert • Chocolat Mousse Small Bite Dessert |
Steak Flatbread was average. Roasted Vegetable Cheese Dip was the kind of dish that you'd be excited to find at a party. However, for restaurant food I'd only put it on the slightly better side of average. Sweet Chili Wings were also on the slightly better side of average. Vegetable Risotto was nice and cheesy, and I'd put it on the far better side of average. You can get it with meat etc. add ins, but honestly I don't even think it adds anything. Banana's Foster Grilled Cheese dessert was nothing special. Chocolat Mousse Small Bite Dessert was on the worse side of average. | |
| Alex's Chimis 358 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 522-5201 |
Caribbean, Eclectic | • Chicken Chimi | It was certainly interesting. More like a pulled chicken sandwich than anything really "mexican", but I can't really say it was all that good. I'd call this place skipable. | |
| All Seasons Table 64 Pleasant St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 397-8788 |
Asian | • Appetizer Sampler • Hot & Sour Soup • Crispy Aromatic Beef • Sesame Chicken • House Special Pan Fried Noodle |
√ House Special Pan Fried Noodle √ Beef Teriyaki |
I think it was a combination of the softness/crunchiness of the noodles, and the house brown sauce, that made this dish absolutely amazing! I could not stop eating it! Flavor explosions abound..an absolute must try! The Beef Teriyaki also gets the full nod. Flavorful, with a hint of sweetness, and practically falls off the stick. One of the best versions of this dish that I've had. The Crispy Aromatic Beef gets honorable mention. A really amazing dish, but just shy of the wow factor I was looking for. Still, you won't be disappointed if you get this. The Appetizer Sampler was all mostly average, though the BBQ boneless ribs get honorable mention for having a subtle honey flavor. The Hot & Sour Soup, and Sesame Chicken were both good but average. |
| All Star Pizza Bar 1238 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 547-0836 |
Pizza | • Romesco Ratatouille Pizza • The Red Head |
Both Pizzas were fairly average. | |
| All Star Sandwich Bar 1245 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 868-3065 |
Sandwiches | • BLT • Gobbler • Texas Reuben • Classic Monte Cristo • Chili Cheese Fries |
The sandwiches here are fairly average. That's not to say that they're bad by any means, but they're not especially good. Of the ones I tried, the Texas Reuben had the most to offer, but I still can't recommend it as worth the journey. Chili fries were decent, but could have been crispier. | |
| Alltown Fresh 656 Boston Post Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 460-1320 — Various Locations |
Convenience Stores | • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich • Teriyaki Rice Bowl with Wagyu Beef |
Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich was packed with egg, which I feel like you don't necessarily get in comparable sandwiches at say Dunkin's or McD's, and actually tasted surprisingly good given where it was made! I'd put it on the better side of average. Teriyaki Rice Bowl with Wagyu Beef was similarly surprisingly good (at least better than I was expecting), and would make a farely worthwhile meal if you're looking for quick and on-the-go. Slightly better side of average. | |
| Alma Nove 22 Shipyard Dr. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 749-3353 |
Seafood, Italian | • Butternut Squash Arancini • Truffle Mac & Cheese (side) • Toasted Cold Cocoa Cake • Mixed Nut Tart • Chocolate Sour Cream Cake |
I was kind of on the fence about the Mixed Nut Tart. I really wanted to like it but it was almost like not-overload. Certainly not bad, but I wasn't overall that impressed. The Chocolate Sour Cream Cake was good but average. Butternut Squash Arancini was nothing special. Truffle Mac & Cheese gets honorable mention. A very filling and tasty dish. If you're a truffle fan this is definitely the dish to get. Toasted Cold Cocoa Cake had a nice presentation but no big wow factor flavorwise. | |
| Alpine Butcher 963 Chelmsford St. Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 256-7771 |
Take-out, Deli & Shop | • Alpine's Reuben • Tempting Turkey |
√ Alpine's Reuben | Typically, Reuben sandwiches are not a mainstay for me, but this one looked particularly fun, and is apparently a staple for this place, and now I see why. A wonderful combination of ingredients, fresh bread, and soft and flavorful meat. Definitely worth a stop in for this. Tempting Turkey was good but average. |
| Alta Strada 92 Central St. Wellesley, MA 02482 (781) 237-6100 — Various Locations |
Italian, Chain | • Arancini (L) | √ Arancini | The arancini was amazing! Perfect balls of fried goodness, with creamy risotto, tangy tomato sauce, and fresh basil leaves. Definitely worth the journey. |
| Altea's Eatery 259 Park Ave. Worcester, MA 01609 (508) 767-1639 |
Breakfast, Brunch & Sandwiches | • Braised Short Rib Omelet • Monsieur Omelette • Savory Crepe |
I've come to learn that Braised Short Rib does not really work that well in an omelet. It wasn't bad, there are just far better omelet combinations. That said, I would actually give the Monsieur Omelette honorable mention for being a very fresh and well put together omelette. This is the one to try here. Savory Crepe was on the better side of average, mostly due to the freshness and tastiness of the ham. | |
| Amazing Pizza 62 Wharf St. Salem, MA 01970 (978)-594-4102 |
Pizza, Sandwiches & Take-out | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Steak Sub • Peanut Butter Cookie |
Pepperoni Pizza was good but average. Steak Sub was on the better side of average, but had too many chewy pieces for my enjoyment. Ingredients were very fresh though. Peanut Butter Cookie was nothing special. | |
| Amelia's 217 Washington St. Stoughton, MA 02072 (781) 886-6125 |
Italian & Steak | • Wild Mushroom Risotto • Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls (Bar) • Agnolotti • Pappardelle • Tiramisu |
√ Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls | Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls were amazingly good here. A perfect balance of flavors with nary a drop of grease! Good meat and cheese flavor, a must try! Wild Mushroom Risotto was on the far better side of average. If you're a fan of your risotto on the slightly cheesier side, you'll really enjoy this dish. Both the Agnolotti and the Pappardelle were very obviously fresh pasta, and both dishes were quite enjoyable, with the slightly bigger nod going to the Pappardelle. Tiramisu was good but not amazing. One way or the other this is one of those places that that you can tell is good quality, and definitely worth checking out. |
| Amelia's Trattoria 111 Harvard St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 868-7600 |
Italian | • House-Made Gnocchi • Arancini |
Both the Arancini and House-Made Gnocchi were average. | |
| American Barbecue, The 5 Railroad Ave. Rowley, MA 01969 (978) 948-2626 |
BBQ | • Grilled Tenderloin Tips • Smoked BBQ Beef Brisket Plate • Sweet Potato Fries • Bread Pudding |
Not only was it not good, it was actually pretty bad. All the meat was chewy and bland, and even the sweet potato fries had absolutely no flavor. THe bread pudding was actually pretty good, but I think that was only in contrast to a very flavorless meal. I'd recommend avoiding this place altogether. | |
| Amrhein's 80 W. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 268-6189 |
Pub | • Appetizer Combo • Chicken Stir Fry • Boston Creme Pie • Banana Bread Pudding • Tiramisu Tower • Creme Brulee French Toast • Corned Beef Hash |
It's kind of sad when the best part of an appetizer sampler is the french fries, since that's not even a typical sampler item. The chicken stir fry was certainly tasty, and probably would've gotten the nod had it been made with beef instead of chicken, as the sauce and vegetable combination would have lent inself better. The Boston Creme pie was good but could've been moister. Same with the bread pudding. And the Tiramisu Tower was nothing of the kind. In fact it was not even really tiramisu. Bottom line, it's ok, but nothing special here..far better options out there. Mul's Diner has also moved it's food here as it's building is getting demolished, so here is the review of my sampling: The Creme Brulee French Toast was some of the best french toast I've ever had. It was so good, it didn't even really need syrup. Super fresh and flavorful. A must try! Corned Beef Hash was also very good, but could've used a few less potatoes. | |
| Amuleto Mexican Table 484 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 893-1389 |
Mexican, Desserts, Cocktail Bars | • Quesa Taco • Elote De La Calle • Chicken Mole Enchilladas • Taco Barbacoa • Taco Asada • Mexican Chocolate Mousse |
Quesa Taco was not especially cheesy, but was reasonably tasty. Elote De La Calle was fine. Chicken Mole Enchilladas were on the far better side of average. Both Tacos kind of tasted similar, and were fine. Mexican Chocolate Mousse gets honorable mention for just being a very solid and enjoyable dessert. For the record, while nothing was really worth the journey, this is one of those places that just has a good vibe, and pretty enjoyable food. You wouldn't be sad with a stop-in here. | |
| Anchovie's 433 Columbus Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 266-5088 |
Italian, Pizza | • Pizza • Fried mozzarella • Italian Nachos • Truffle Parmesan Fries • Baked Cheese Polenta |
√ Fried mozzarella | The Fried mozzarella was basically like a thick rug of cheese. A very tasty rug no less. The spices used were in perfect proportion, and the cheese itself was very very fresh. As for the pizza, if you're an extra cheese fan, you'll probably love it, as this pie had it's own share of cheese, plus a share that must've been borrowed from a neighboring pie. Cheese galore was the key to this pie. The flavor itself was good, but not outstanding. The Italian Nachos were on the more unusual side given their ingredients, but they were really nothing special flavorwise. The Truffle Parmesan Fries get honorable mention. Well coated with truffle oil, and very flavorful, but I would've loved to see a couple more hits of parmesan, which probably would've made them worth the journey. The Baked Cheese Polenta was ok for what it was, but I didn't feel like the flavors worked all that well together. |
| Andiamo 159 River Rd. Andover, MA 01810 (978) 655-6535 — Various Locations |
Italian, American & Comfort Food | • Butternut Squash Raviolo • Quattro Formaggi Ravioli • Chicken Parm • "Five Napkin" Burger • Chocolate Chip Cookie Plate • Arancini • Hazelnut Tiramisu |
First off, major demerits for crappy service. Starting with the order not being put in for a ½ hour, an "overly" friendly server, an incorrectly charged bill, and on top of that, no real comps on the bill for any errors. Just saying, if you're the one making the mistakes, it would be nice to get some inconvenience compensation. Then, as to the food, the best thing I can say is that the pasta was very fresh, which was great, and the "Five Napkin" Burger was pretty decent due to the pork belly (which seems essentially to be oversized bacon slabs) and the hazelnut butter. Otherwise, the 2 ravioli's themselves were nothing special, the Chicken Parm was very average, and the Chocolate Chip Cookie Plate was dry with barely any flavor. This place was NOT worth the journey. Arancini was this weird gray meat mash that didn't really taste like anything. Hazelnut Tiramisu had an odd riccota type of consistency. Was ok but I can't say I was a big fan.. | |
| Andyman Dessert & Baking Co. 40 Hillside Ave. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 388-4008 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Pumpkin Iced Coffee • Brownie Toffe Crunch Coffee • Oriental Chicken Wrap • Asiago Bagel with Bacon Chive Cream Cheese • Banana Nut Muffin • Almond Macaroon • Brownie • M&M Cookie • Chocolate Fudge Cookie • Eclair • Chocolate Biscotti |
√ Coffee (Hot or Iced) √ Asiago Bagel with Bacon Chive Cream Cheese |
The Coffees were pretty damn good. Don't know if it's the best ever, but I'd definitely stop for more of it. A good variety of flavors, and the iced version wasn't too watered down. The Oriental Chicken Wrap, Banana Nut Muffin, Almond Macaroon, and the Eclair were all average. The Asiago Bagel with Bacon Chive Cream Cheese also gets the nod. I would've liked it a bit softer, but it still had a nice crunch to it, and the cream cheese was definitely a good addition. Maybe not best ever, but very tasty. Both cookies get honorable mention, especially the M&M one, but that may also be due to them being just freshly baked. The Brownie and the Chocolate Biscotti were not all that good. |
| Anejo Mexican Bistro 188 Main St. Falmouth, MA 02540 (508) 388-7631 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Main Street Corn • Nachos • Classic Steak Burrito • Beef Taquitos • Chorizo Fundido • Birria Quesadillas • Enchilada Trio |
√ Classic Steak Burrito | Classic Steak Burrito was one of the better burritos that I've had. A nice combination of flavorful ingredients that played well together. The accompanying rice and other accoutrements were nothing special, but the main part is worth the journey. Main Street Corn was fine but I've had far better iterations. Nachos were more like a taco salad, but still tasted quite good. If taken as nachos they were difficult to eat and fell apart. As more like a salad eaten with a fork, it was a very enjoyable dish. |
| Angelo's Civita Farnese 141 Atwells Ave. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 621-8171 |
Italian | • Breaded Mozzarella • Garlic Parm Bread • Aged Provolone • Cacio Corn • Chicken Parm w/Fries |
Breaded Mozzarella had a nice crunch but not really a standout mozzarella stick flavor. Garlic Parm Bread was basic bread with cheese melted over, and got virtually no garlic flavor. Skip this one. Aged Provolone is literally slices of provolone cheese on a plate with olives. I suppose if you're sitting at the bar with a glass of wine it might be a nice pick-at dish, but on it's own, it was fine but not really a standout. Cacio Corn was a very interesting take. The corn was sweet and the other ingredients added an interesting flavor. I guess I'd say it was different (in a positive way) but not overly memorable otherwise. Chicken Parm I'd give honorable mention to. It was simple but flavorful, and just a very solid dish. The Fries were alright as an add-on, and the double frying made them crispier, but they were just ok tastewise. | |
| Angelina's 1866 Main St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 319-9573 |
Italian | • Arancini • Italian Mac & Cheese • Short Rib Gnocchi • Chicken Elissa • Belgian Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
√ Chicken Elissa √ Italian Mac & Cheese |
The Chicken Elissa has got to be one of the best dishes that I've ever had! It was a perfectly flavored, non-chewy piece of chicken (2 of them in fact!), sitting in a pool of cheesy creamy goodness. Get this with some cheesy risotto as the side rather than pasta and you absolutely cannot go wrong with this dish. I'll call this the best alternative chicken parm out there! Italian Mac & Cheese similarly gets the full nod here. Not quite up to the level of the chicken, this dish was incredibly well balanced and flavorful, and frankly one of the better iterations of mac and cheese that I've sampled. If you have a mac and cheese craving this version will make you quite happy. Short Rib Gnocchi on the other hand was just ok, with the gnocchi being nice and soft but the meat being a little fatty and not overly good. Belgian Chocolate Mousse Cake was on the slightly better side of average. Tiramisu came in a little bowl, and the cream was very good, but it felt like there was little else in there other than the cream. Arancini was on the slightly better side of average. |
| Angelo's Ristorante and Pizzeria 239 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 279-9035 |
Italian, Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Stuffed Mushrooms Fiorentina • Arancini • Chicken Ravioli • Tortellini Piemontese • Chicken Valdostana • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse |
Pepperoni Pizza was on the better side of average. Thin crust and good but not amazing. Stuffed Mushrooms Fiorentina and Arancini were average. Chicken Ravioli came in an interesting orange sauce, which added an incredible fragrence, and I'd put it on the better side of average, mostly due to the freshness of the pasta. Tortellini Piemontese was fine, but it didn't really stand out to me. Chicken Valdostana was a really interesting take on chicken, and was quite flavorful, but the portion was pretty small (especially for the cost), and I really wanted the sauce to be a bit thicker. Chocolate Mousse was decent but not amazing. Tiramisu was not that good. | |
| Anju 7 Wallingford Sq. Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 703-4298 |
Ramen, Asian Fusion, Noodles | • Rice Cakes • Vietnamese Caramel Maine Wings • Rice Pudding • Matcha Tiramisu |
Let me just start by disclaiming that some of these dishes are not typically in my wheelhouse. That said, the Rice Cakes (though inaptly named in my opinion) is essentially a dish with meat, rice, and sauce, and is SPICY! For me, the heat basically subdued all of the flavors. BUT, from what I could taste, it actually seemed kind of good. You might have to judge this one for yourself. Vietnamese Caramel Maine Wings were an interesting take, but as I'm not a big fan of boned meat to begin with, I especially didn't like that these wings were the larger pull apart type rather than a more "standard" drumstick type of wing. Flavorwise it was actually kind of nice. If they did a boneless version of this thing I'd be all over it! Rice Pudding was a good size portion, but nothing too special otherwise. Matcha Tiramisu shouldn't really be called tiramisu as much as just cake. That said, it was a little dry and just ok. | |
| Anna's Taqueria 236A Elm St. Somerville, MA (617) 666-3900 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Fast Food | • Steak Super Burrito | I suppose as this type of food goes, Anna's is fairly reliable (in other words you know what you're getting), but that in no way automatically equates to good. The steak was a little too tough and non-flavorful for any real consideration. | |
| Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza 119 University Ave. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 329-3339 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Wings & Chain | • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza | Far better side of average. Thin crust was nice and ingredients plentiful, but nothing outstanding flavorwise. | |
| Anthony's Italian Specialties 408 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 438-9840 |
Italian | • Arancini • Steak & Cheese Sub • Steak Tips |
Steak & Cheese Sub was on the better side of average. Steak Tips get honorable mention. I wanted them to have a bit more marinade but they were definitely quite flavorful! Arancini came buried in a container of sauce, and was clearly microwaved to heat. It was fine but leaning to the slightly worst side of average. | |
| Antico Forno 93 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 723-6733 |
Italian, Pizza | • Ribbollita Soup • Tiramisu |
√ Tiramisu | The Tiramisu was amazing. The perfect combination of sweet, fluffy, & light as a feather. Certainly worth the journey. The Ribbollita Soup was good, but nothing amazing. |
| Antique Table 2 Essex St. Lynn, MA 01902 (781) 477-9778 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Boscaiola Pizza • Gnocchi Basilico • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
A couple of really tough calls at this place. The Boscaiola Pizza really put me on the fence for a while. It's really nice, and you really can't go wrong ordering it as it's got a great flavor. It just felt like it was missing that special something for me to really feel like it was worthy of the full nod. And, the same goes for the Chocolate Mousse Cake. I really really wanted to love it, and honestly, I couldn't put my finger on what specifically was missing, but I clearly felt something was. Formally I'm giving honorable mention to both, but again, you really would be quite happy getting both of these. The Gnocchi Basilico was good, but seemed fairly average. I do disclaim though, that I'm not a frequent gnocchi eater. The Tiramisu was also good, but I've had far better. | |
| Antonio's Bacaro 5 Fairmont Ave. Hyde Park, MA 02136 (617) 272-3028 |
Italian | • Arancini • Stuffed Dates • Stuffed Prosciutto with Mozzarella • Mushroom Risotto • Short Rib Pappardelle |
Arancini, Mushroom Risotto, and Stuffed Dates were average. Stuffed Prosciutto with Mozzarella gets honorable mention for a nicely flavored and balanced dish. While it wasn't amazing, it definitely brought a nice balance of flavors that make the dish quite enjoyable. Short Rib Pappardelle was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Antonio's Pizza 258 Thayer St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 455-3600 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Late Night | • Steak Mushroom & Cheddar Pizza (slices) | The was a tough one. I will say that this place has one of the best varieties of flavors that I have ever seen, AND each of the flavors that they do (which had to be at least 50-60 flavors) can all be ordered by the slice. That being said, I can't really say that I was all that impressed with the actual taste. Again, it wasn't bad by any means, it just wasn't all that memorable. And more to the point, I did only try one slice of their many varieties. I'll leave it at this: I'll give the place honorable mention, and actually recommend that you DO make the journey, not due to my recommendation, but more to judge this one for yourself. | |
| Antonio's Trattoria 1710 Cranston St. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 943-1932 |
Italian | • Arancini • Funghi Trifolati • Chicken Parm • Trattoria Trio • Banana Bread Pudding |
The Arancini was on the better side of average. The Funghi Trifolati was basically just a big pile of mushrooms with a nice marsala sauce, but nothing stood out about it as a dish itself. Chicken Parm gets honorable mention here for being a very solid dish. Maybe not the best ever, but all of the ingredients worked quite well together, and I don't think you'll be disappointed trying this out. Trattoria Trio was just a few average chocolatey desserts, and the Banana Bread Pudding was also average. | |
| Anzio's Brick Oven Pizza 10010 Shops Way Northboro, MA 01532 (508) 466-8227 |
Pizza & Italian | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Arancini Balls • Steak & Cheese Panini • Chicken Parm • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Winter Pizza • Chicken Fontina • Tiramisu |
The Arancini Balls had an unusual flavor, but were fairly average overall. Though they did have a nice crunch. The Pizza had a really nice thin crust, but I wouldn't put it much past the far better side of average. Steak & Cheese Panini was also on the better side of average, but was too bready. Chicken Parm and Butternut Squash Ravioli were average. Winter Pizza was fine but a little bready. Chicken Fontina was a little unusual, but the flavors played reasonably well together. Better side of average. Tiramisu was also on the better side of average. | |
| Applebee's 222 Washington St. Hudson, MA 01749 (781) 567-1997 — Various Locations |
Chain | • French Onion Soup • Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl • Triple Chocolate Meltdown • Tomato Basil Soup • Cheddar-Jack Mac & Cheese with Chicken • Chocolate Mousse Shooter • Mozzarella Sticks • Nachos • Quesadilla Burger |
√ Crispy Orange Chicken Bowl | Honorable mention for the quesadilla burger. Burger itself was average, but eating it in a quesadilla is definitely worth trying. Mac & Cheese was decent, but not spectacular. Chocolate Meltdown was horrible, all else was average. |
| April's Pub & Grill 41 Buffum St. Lynn, MA 01902 (781) 780-9986 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Breakfast & Brunch | • Steak Tips • Onion Rings |
Steak Tips were on the slightly better side of average, in that they had a nice marinade, but were stringy. Onion Rings had a nice crispiness to the batter and a nice sweetness. I'd put them on the better side of average. | |
| Aquitaine 11 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02458 (617) 734-8400 — Various Locations |
French, Wine Bar | • French Onion Soup (L) • Turkey Club (L) • Mac & Cheese (L) • Hot Chocolate Pudding Cake (L) • Chocolate Mousse (L) |
Food was good, but not what I'd classify as worth the journey. French onion soup was ok, turkey club was ok, mac & cheese could've been creamier and/or had a different/higher blend of cheeses. The pudding cake was not all that great, and the mousse would've worked far better with a dark chocolate rather than a bittersweet. Overall not bad, but not great. | |
| Arby's 406 Southbridge St. Auburn, MA 01501 (508) 832-9764 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | • Crispy Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich • Mozzarella Sticks • Potato Bites • Cheddar Curly Fries |
Very useful/usable Web site. The Crispy Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich was nothnig special, the Potato Bites were average, and the mozzarella sticks were perhaps the worst I've ever had. Surprisingly, I'd actually have to give the Cheddar Curly Fries honorable mention. As far as fast food fries go, these were pretty damn tasty! | |
| Area Four 500 Technology Sq. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 758-4444 — Various Locations |
Pizza, American | • KK's Bacon & Sea Salt Pretzel Nuggets • Mac & Cheese • Pepperoni Pizza • Cremini Mushroom & Fontina Pizza • Olive Oil-Chocolate Cake • Almond Croissant • Almond Cookie |
√ Cremini Mushroom & Fontina Pizza √ Olive Oil-Chocolate Cake |
Let's start with the Cremini Mushroom & Fontina Pizza. I'm not sure what it was exactly about this pizza that worked so well, but there is no denying that it did. Thin crust, cooked perfectly, a slight crisp to the crust. A very happy pizza. I don't know if it's the best ever, but I think you'd be really happy with this choice. The Pepperoni one was also pretty good, but this one just blew it out of the water. Now let's talk about the Olive Oil-Chocolate Cake. It didn't really sound all that appealing to be honest, but I couldn't be more wrong. Overall it struck me a flourless chocolate cake, but unlike most of these that I have tried, this one was not overly dry, and in fact seemed to just crumble into yummy bits of goodness in my mouth. I don't know that I could do more than one slice given that it was fairly rich, but you go for the mushroom pie and a slice of this bad boy, and you will be a happy camper. The Almond Croissant gets honorable mention. I would've really liked there to be some almond paste type stuff within it (or if there was it was not noticable), but that being said, the straight almondy taste of the croissant as a whole was nutty and satisfying. I'd certainly call it at least worth a try. KK's Bacon & Sea Salt Pretzel Nuggets, the Mac & Cheese, and the Almond Cookie were good but average. |
| Arigna Irish Pub 507 Armistice Blvd. Pawtucket, RI 02861 (401) 727-2625 — Various Locations |
Comfort Food, Irish & American Casual | • Cheesesteak Springrolls • Cheese Sticks • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Cheesesteak Springrolls were on the slightly better side of average, but I wish the flavor had popped more. Cheese Sticks had a nice crispiness but didn't really standout otherwise. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was ok, but a little too doughy. | |
| Arnold's Lobster & Clam Bar 3580 State Hwy. Eastham, MA 02642 (508) 255-2575 |
Seafood, Fried Clams | • Cheese Fries • Onion Rings |
√ Onion Rings | The Onion Rings were of the thin cut type, which I'm not ususally a fan of, but these things were so tasty, they really didn't even need ketchup. Lightly coated and flavorful, a must try for thin cut ring lovers. |
| Arturo's Ristorante 54 E. Main St. Westboro, MA 01581 (508) 366-1881 |
Italian, Wine Bar & Catering | • Pumpkin & Corn Chowder • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Chicken Parm • Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Tiramisu • Arancini • Butternut Squash Tortellacci • Short Rib |
The Pumpkin & Corn Chowder was interesting, but not a real standout. I'm also assuming it's a seasonal item. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was average. As was the Butternut Squash Tortellacci. Chicken Parm was also average, but was fairly decent as cold leftovers. Arancini was similarly good but average. Wild Mushroom Ravioli was on the better side of average, mostly due to the sauce. Short Rib was similarly on the better side of average, with special note for the nice fluffy mashed potatoes. Tiramisu gets honorable mention for being quite tasty, even though it felt like something was missing... | |
| Ashland Ale House 23 Pond St. Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 861-7780 |
Sports Bar & Pub | • Summer Salad with Steak Tips • Onion Rings • Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls • Daisy Mae Chicken • Bacon Cheeseburger Flatbread • Orange Chicken Bowl |
Salad was average. Steak Tips were awful. It seemed like they had no marinade whatsoever. Nothing but chewy meat. Onion Rings were average. Same for the Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls. Daisy Mae Chicken was the only item on the better side of average, but just slightly. A very big and hearty dish. Bacon Cheeseburger Flatbread is on the far better side of average, more than anything due to it's cracker thin crust, but was still quite enjoyable overall. A very worthwhile pizza. Orange Chicken Bowl was fine but not a standout flavorwise. | |
| Assaggio 29 Prince St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-7380 |
Italian | • Three Mushroom Risotto • Gnocchi Bolognese |
The Three Mushroom Risotto was on the better side of average, but no great wow factor. Gnocchi Bolognese was average. | |
| Athan's Bakery 1621 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 734-7028 |
Bakery, Chocolate & Candy | • Jamaica Cake • Tiramisu • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Truffle • Iced Coffee • Chocolate Gelato |
The Jamaica and the Tiramisu were not that good. They basically lacked any kind of real flavor. Same for the Chocolate Truffle. The Chocolate Chip Cookie was more like a sugar cookie with a handful of chocolate chips in it (which would have been ok if I had wanted a sugar cookie). The Iced Coffee was ok flavorwise but pretty weak. The Gelato was just not good outright. | |
| Atlantic Bistro, The 167 Spring St. Marion, MA 02738 (774) 553-5314 |
Cocktail Bars, American (New), Seafood | • French Onion Soup • Potato Gnocchi • Dark Chocolate Pot de Creme |
√ French Onion Soup | French Onion Soup just gets the nod here. I'm not sure what the ingredient was that made this so good. It almost tasted like blue cheese (though I'm pretty sure there was no bleu cheese in there), but whatever it was gave it a very creamy and complex flavor. Definitely recommend trying this out. Potato Gnocchi were also reasonably good, especially in a bleu cheese cream sauce. Frankly, I think I would've loved it if that sauce was part of a different dish of pasta, say like ravioli or tortelini or something. Dark Chocolate Pot de Creme was on the far better side of average. I'd definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the neighborhood. |
| Atlantic Fish Company 761 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 267-4000 |
Seafood | • Hand Cut Fries • Corn Pudding • Boston Cream Pie |
√ Corn Pudding | The fries were tasty but not that exciting. The Boston Cream pie was also good, and I especially liked that it was not just big hunk of sponge cake with a little cream filling in between like some places. However, there was simply not enough of a flavor explosion for me to able to recommend as worth the journey. Now the corn pudding was a difficult one. This is essentially a piece of corn bread, with corn pieces, baked but left moist. After much consideration, I opted to give this dish the nod, mainly for it's unusual flavor combination. But stop in and try it for yourself and see what you think! |
| Atomic Cafe 268 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 922-0042 |
Coffee & Tea | • Hazelnut Coffee • Pumpkin Spice Iced Coffee • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie |
Both of the coffees get honorable mention. They were both tasty but there was really no great wow factor. Just a better than average cup of hot and iced coffees. The Chocolate Chip Cookie was not very good. The Brownie was very fudgy, but still average tastewise. | |
| Audubon 838 Beacon St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 421-1910 |
American Casual, Tavern & Pub | • Homemade Spreads • Relish Plate • Carrot Soup • Focaccia Grilled Cheese • Custom Burger • Grilled Figs • Grilled Yams |
For the Homemade Spreads, the BLT didn't really taste like it, and the olive tapanade one was fine but nothing special. The Relish Plate similarly was good, but nothing outstanding. Grilled Figs and Grilled Yams also similarly, were good but not outstanding. Carrot Soup gets honorable mention for having a creamy and flavorful consistency. Custom Burger was not particularly good. | |
| Auntie Anne's 601 Donald Lynch Blvd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 303-6100 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Comfort Food | • Pretzel Dog • Sour Cream & Onion Pretzel |
As far as big soft pretzels go, I guess it was ok, but frankly I was hoping for a little more flavor. The Sour Cream & Onion added a certain unique-ness to the flavor quality, but the base just didn't quite do it for me. The Pretzel Dog was WAY too salty... No winners here. | |
| Avenue 445 Main St. Medfield, MA 02052 (508) 906-6040 |
American (New), Cocktail Bars | • Maple Roasted Sweet Potato & Carrot Soup • Mushroom Flatbread • Burger |
Maple Roasted Sweet Potato & Carrot Soup was on the better side of average mostly for a nice hearty flavor. Mushroom Flatbread was average. Burger was about average but I wish the bun, although fresh and reasonably tasty, had been less bulky. | |
| Avenue, The 1249 Commonwealth Ave. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 782-9508 |
Sports Bar, Pub | • Bacon Cheddar Deluxe Burger • Sweet Potato Tots • Chili • Stuffed Burger |
√ Bacon Cheddar Deluxe Burger | The Bacon Cheddar Deluxe Burger gets the nod here. A very good solid burger, but I think it was the really good bacon that made this extra good. Also, the fact that it is a 4 oz. burger was good in that it wasn't overly filling, and if you're hungrier, you can always either double or triple stack, or just try another burger with different toppings. In interesting contrast however, the Stuffed Burger was very average tasting. The Sweet Potato Tots also get honorable mention. Tasty little bites of yumminess, they have no major wow factor, but they make a great accompanyment to the burger over regular french fries. Chili was average, but those who prefer their chili with a spicy kick will probably enjoy it more. |
| Avenue N 20 Newman Ave. Rumford, RI 02916 (401) 270-2836 |
New American, Pizza | • Hand Battered Corn Dogs With Mac & Cheese • Chopped Mushroom Soup • Porcini Mushroom Ravioli • Avenue "N" Burger |
The Hand Battered Corn Dogs With Mac & Cheese was just that, two totally separate dishes that got plated together, and both of them were pretty average. The Chopped Mushroom Soup had an unusual flavor, vaguely reminiscent of french onion soup but without the sweetness. Overall I can't say I was too impressed with it. The Porcini Mushroom Ravioli had a nice contrast of sweetness with the figs, and the dish was fairly tasty, but really not that memorable. The Avenue "N" Burger was large, and kept falling apart. Other than the chipolte aioli, it was really nothing special. No great standouts, BUT, the menu does change very often. | |
| Avvio Ristorante 90 Hillside Rd. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 942-2900 |
Italian & Pizza | • Burger • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
Burger was average. Chicken Parm was crispy, but had little flavor. Tiramisu was on the worse side of average. | |
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| B.good 301 Third St. Cambridge, MA 02142 (857) 285-6970 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Healthy | • Adopted Luke burger • French Fries • Chocolate Shake | f
Perhaps healthy, but not all that good. | |
| B.T.'s Smokehouse 392 Main St. Sturbridge, MA 01566 (508) 347-3188 |
BBQ & Wings | • Brisket Platter • Cole Slaw • Corn Bread • Beer Battered Onion Rings • Chunky Monkey Cupcake • Mac & Cheese (side) |
The Brisket was like half fat, which made most of it inedible. And even the actual meat part was fairly average. Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. The Cole Slaw tasted like pure vinegar, the Corn Bread was virtually flavorless, the giant Beer Battered Onion Rings were like 90% batter with a thin ring of onion hidden within it. I couldn't even handle more than 1... And the Chunky Monkey Cupcake was more like a muffin, and while being mostly average, was sadly the highlight of the meal.... | |
| Babe, The 268 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 219-2210 |
Sandwiches, Cocktail Bars, Beer Bar | • Cheese Steak • Reuben |
Reuben was full of fat which was unfortunate. Cheese Steak I'd actually give honorable mention to. A solid sandwich that came together well and was quite enoyable. | |
| Bacaro 262 S. Water St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 751-3700 |
Italian, Tapas | • Taleggio in "Carozza" • Arancini • Homemade Warm Potato Chips • Cannoli Cones • Bella's Bombolini • Assorted Chocolates |
Taleggio in "Carozza" = little grilled cheese sandiwches = nothing special. Arancini = good but no great wow factor. Homemade Warm Potato Chips = very average. Cannoli Cones = unusual dessert but really nothing of note. Bella's Bombolini = pretty bad. Essentially donut holes with a tiny bit of chocolate sauce in the center. Assorted Chocolates = nothing special. | |
| Back Bay Social 867 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02216 (617) 247-3200 |
Bistro, Comfort Food | • The Social Burger • Donut Burger (Br) • House Garlic Sausages • Meat Candy • Life Changing Banana Pudding • Chocolate Truffle Tart |
The Donut Burger was one of those that looked better on paper than in reality. It wasn't bad, but lacked any special flavor from the combination. House Garlic Sausages had a nice soft coating, but also lacked any special flavor. The Meat Candy was reasonably good, but lacked any great wow factor. Still, you'd probably enjoy it if you ordered it. The Social Burger was good, but definitely over-hyped. There's better burgers out there (especially for the price ($21)), but tastewise you won't be disappointed. And the only way the Life Changing Banana Pudding could be life changing, is if.....well, in reality, there is no way, cause frankly it's just not that good. Don't know what else to say about it..:/ The Chocolate Truffle Tart was also not that good. Nice atmosphere to the place, but no winners foodwise. | |
| Back Deck 2 West St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 670-0320 |
Burgers, Grill & American Casual | • Cauliflower & Garlic Soup • Cheeseburger • Back Deck S'mores |
Cauliflower & Garlic Soup had a nice creamy yet vegetably texture, but all the ingredients came together in a nice way. Needed a little something I couldn't quite put my finger on, but was still satisfying. Cheeseburger was a good solid burger, but again, just felt like it was missing something. Still, you won't be disappointed with it. Back Deck S'mores was nothing special. | |
| Back Door Burgers & More 36 Homer's Whf. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 717-3276 |
American (Traditional), Chicken Wings | • Custom Burger • Onion Rings • Sweet Teriyaki Tenders |
This was a real tough call on the burger. It fell pretty squarely in between getting the full nod and honorable mention. In the end though, it just didn't have enough of the wow factor for the full nod, but was a solidly tasty burger otherwise. And given that you can customize this with a bunch of toppings and your side, I can honestly say that I don't think you'll be disappointed if you try this burger out. You can skip the onion rings as, even though they had a decent crisp, they really didn't have very much flavor. Sweet Teriyaki Tenders had a nice glaze and are a nice snack to have with a beer. Far better side of average on these. | |
| Back Door Donuts 1-11 Kennebec Ave. Oak Bluffs, MA 02557 (508) 693-3688 — Various Locations |
Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts | • Apple Fritter • Boston Cream Pie Donut • Double Chocolate Donut |
Apple Fritter was too bready for my tastes. Both donuts were reasonably good, but I've had better. | |
| Backyard Brewery and Kitchen 1211 S. Mammoth Rd. Manchester, NH 03109 (603) 623-3545 |
American, Brewpub & Comfort Food | • Prime Rib Egg Rolls • Smothered Pretzel Tots |
Both dishes were fine but nothing outstanding. | |
| Back Yard Burgers & Wings 5 Provident Wy. Seabrook, NH 03874 (603) 760-2561 |
Burgers, Chicken Wings | • Custom Burger • Soft Pub Pretzels • Steak & Cheese Wrap • Onion Rings (side) • Fries (side) |
Burger was on the better side of average. It's nice that you can make it so customizable, but while enjoyable, I can't say it was a super standout. The Soft Pub Pretzels were average, but the cheese sauces they come with (I got both) stood out more for me. The Fries were an unusual configuration in that they were like airy puffs which made a unique texture, and I recommend getting this as your side along with said cheese sauces. Not because they were the journey flavorwise per se but more for worth trying once if you're here and pondering which side to get. Onion Rings were very breading heavy (and not in a good way cause sometimes that can work), so skip those. Steak & Cheese Wrap was similarly on the better side of average, and I especially like that you can get it in wrap form so it's less bready, making the meat the start attraction. | |
| Bagelsaurus 1796 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02140 (857) 285-6103 |
Bagels, Breakfast & Sandwiches | • Cinnamon Raisin Bagel w/ Veg. Cream Cheese • Black Olive Bagel • Cheddar Garlic Bagel • Banana Coffee Cake |
√ Cheddar Garlic Bagel | I'm choosing the Cheddar Garlic Bagel as the best of the 3 that I sampled, but really you probably can't go wrong with any of the bagels at this place. Soft with that slight crisp/crunch to them when you pull them apart, and amazing when you add the Vege Cream Cheese. One of the best bagels I've ever had. Banana Coffee Cake was nothing special. Stick with the bagels! |
| Bailey & Sage 100 Federal St. Boston, MA 02110 (857) 256-8668 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Take-out | • Custom Sandwich • Brisket Sandwich • Steak Sandwich |
All of the sandwiches were good, but somewhat expensive. Beyond that, the Turkey, Ham, Cheddar, Swiss sandwich was on the better side of average, but still average. Same for the Brisket Sandwich. The Steak Sandwich was just average. | |
| Bakey 370 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 670-0114 — Various Locations |
Bakeries | • Chocolate Babka • Almond Babka • Chocobanana Pecan Babka • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Broissant • Cheese Stick • Everything Bagel w/Cream Cheese |
√ Everything Bagel | You may notice that I don't mention the cream cheese when I say that the Bagel is worth the journey. That's because while the bagel was amazingly light and flavorful, the cream cheese was some kind of pre-cut thin square that they just slapped on. I recommend getting the Everything Bagel to go, toasting at home, and then putting on your own cream cheese at home. Very light and not at all doughy, this is one of the best bagels that I've ever had! Chocolate Babka was ok but didn't really speak to me. Too bready. Almond Babka was better but again was a little too bready for my taste. Chocobanana Pecan Babka was the best tasting of the 3, and I'd put it on the slightly better side of average. Cheese Stick was kind of dry and really nothing special. Broissant was fine but really nothing special. |
| Baldies Craft Pizzeria 40 Main St. Lakeville, MA 02347 (508) 947-1055 |
Pizza, American Casual & Brewpub | • Fried Mozzarella • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza |
Fried Mozzarella was fine but nothing special. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was not very good. | |
| Ballast Kitchen & Bar 97 Willard St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 376-3094 |
Breakfast & Brunch, American, Cocktail Bars | • Short Rib Tacos • Ballast Burger |
Short Rib Tacos were well balanced and the short rib was not overly fatty. A couple of nice bites to start the meal. Ballast Burger was very meaty. It was also a little bready but the bread itself was very fresh so that kind of made up for it. Better side of average. | |
| Ballo Italian Restaurant & Social Club 1 Moheghan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (860) 862-1100 |
Italian & Pizza | • Chicken Parm • Mac & Cheese |
Chicken Parm was fine, but definitely not worth $24. Also, the past that it comes with is quite flavorless. The Mac & Cheese is actually a secret item NOT on the menu, and is prepared tableside. Tastes fine, nice show, but really nothing special overall. | |
| Bambara Hotel Marlowe 25 Edwin H. Land Blvd. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 868-4444 |
American, Eclectic | • Cinnamon Brioche French Toast (B) or (Br) • Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup (L) • Pineapple Mint Lemonade (L) • Herb Fries (Bar) • Arancini (Bar) • Caramel Macchiato Martini • Dessert Wine — Moscato d' Asti, Batasiolo, Italy, 07 |
√ Moscato d' Asti, Batasiolo, Italy, 07 | As it seems rare that I find a tasty dessert wine, I like to emphasize it when I do. The Moscato d' Asti, Batasiolo, Italy, 07 had a nice not-overly-sweet taste. A nice subtle combination of thirst quenching and refreshing. Definitely worth a taste. The Caramel Macchiato Martini, in contrast, was not. The Herb Fries were pretty bad, and the Arancini was decent but not amazing. The Grilled Cheese was very decent. It was well made & tasty, but it just didn't quite have that wow-factor. The Tomato Soup was very average. The Pineapple Mint Lemonade gets honorable mention for it's unusual taste combination, that worked surprisingly well, and was very refreshing! The Cinnamon Brioche French Toast was ok but nothing special. |
| Bambolina 288 Derby St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-8709 |
Pizza & Italian | • Mushroom Pizza • Short Ribs |
The Mushroom Pizza was good, mostly from the nice soft crust. I frankly wish you could choose your own ingredients more easily. The Short Ribs were fine as far as the meat itself, but the creamy polenta that it came with was creamy and flavorful. | |
| Bamboo Thai Restaurant 1616 Commonwealth Ave. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 734-8192 |
Thai | • Krathong Thong • Crispy Eggrolls • Stir-Fried Vegetables (side) • Sesame Beef • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
The Krathong Thong was probably the best of the meal, and it was ok at best. The Crispy Eggrolls and the Stir-Fried Vegetables were nothing special. Sesame Beef was decent but nothing outstanding. Same for the Chocolate Mousse Cake. It was very rich but no wow factor. | |
| Bamboo Bedford 213 Burlington Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 275-5888 |
Thai, Chinese, Japanese | • Buffet | Various standard fare at the buffet. Honestly, no real standouts. All fairly average. | |
| Bancroft, The 15 Third Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 221-2100 |
Steak & American | • Butternut Squash & Apple Bisque • Pumpkin & Ricotta Ravioli • Chocolate Blackout Cake |
Butternut Squash & Apple Bisque was fine but nothing special. Pumpkin & Ricotta Ravioli was similarly nothing special. Same for the Chocolate Blackout Cake. You get where I'm going here. | |
| Bandoleros 195 Sudbury Rd. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 680-5005 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Cheese Dip • Queso Fundido • Flauta Taquitos • Birria Tacos • Enmoladas |
Queso Fundido was very average. Enmoladas, which are basically enchilladas with mole sauce, were on the better side of average. Cheese Dip was also on the better side of average but it was a pretty small portion. Also it's best to have with the more standard chips that you get at the beginning of the meal over the fried chips it comes with. Birria Tacos were also on the better side of average. Flauta Taquitos were more or less average. | |
| Banks Fish House, The 406 Stuart St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 399-0015 |
Seafood, Cocktail Bars | • Prime Short Rib Burger • Onion Rings (side) • Banana Cream Pie • Chocolate Pistachio Tart |
Prime Short Rib Burger was on the better side of average. Onion Rings, which were super thick cut, were surprisingly balanced, but didn't really have a standout flavor. Banana Cream Pie was not especially good. Chocolate Pistachio Tart didn't really taste like anything. | |
| Banners Kitchen & Tap 82 Causeway St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 263-8200 |
Sports Bars | • Nachos | I've gotten the Nachos twice now. The first time it seemed amazing, and the second was just ok. For the moment, I'm rating this dish as the better side of average as it can clearly be hit or miss on a given day... | |
| Bar 25 38 State St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 255-3322 — Various Locations |
Bars, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern | • Imperial Orb Hummus • B25 Slider • Street Fries • Haloum • 24 Hour Braised Beef Short Rib • Cinnamon Lentil Basmati • Turkish Brulee Rice Pudding |
Imperial Orb Hummus was good but nothing amazing. B25 Slider was a nice little snack burger and was overall enjoyable. Street Fries on the other hand were not well proportioned, and minor amounts of other non-fry parts of the dish were hard to get at or even taste. Stick with regular or truffle fries for this one. Haloum cheese was too subtle a flavor. It needs more marinara, or some other type of sauce. 24 Hour Braised Beef Short Rib was good, but I can't say it was any particular sort of standout flavorwise. Cinnamon Lentil Basmati was too subtle in it's cinnamoniness. Turkish Brulee Rice Pudding was an interesting amalgam of rice pudding and creme brulee. It's worth trying for the novelty but don't expect to floored. | |
| Bar Cino 1032 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 608-3220 — Various Locations |
Italian, Cocktail Bars, Pizza | • Potato Chips • Mushroom Grilled Pizza • Tagliatelle • Chianti Marsala Braised Beef Short Rib • Pistachio Ricotta Cake • Tiramisu • Chocolate Budino Amaretti Tart |
√ Pistachio Ricotta Cake | Potato Chips were fine but average. Tagliatelle was ok but pretty dry. Would've been way better with a sauce of some type. Chianti Marsala Braised Beef Short Rib was on the far better side of average. Not the best ever but you certainly won't be disappointed if you try this dish. Tiramisu actually gets honorable mention here. A nice fluffy iteration, that even though didn't quite have the wow factor, was very satisfying and I highly recommend trying this if you're here! Chocolate Budino Amaretti Tart was just ok. Not sure what it was about the Pistachio Ricotta Cake specifically, but it's like all of the components came together to make a little magic. I wish the amount had been a little bigger but I highly recommend getting this item (maybe even a double portion)! Mushroom Grilled Pizza had no sauce on it and was really more like eating thin bread with some stuff on it. I can' really explain it that well, but I wouldn't bother with this. |
| Bar Enza 1 Bennett St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 661-5050 |
Italian | • Ciabatta Sticks • Marcelli Pecorino Trio • Yesterday's 100 Layer Lasagna |
Ciabatta Sticks were absolutely nothing special. Marcelli Pecorino Trio was well presented but had no standouts flavorwise. I really wanted to like Yesterday's 100 Layer Lasagna, but beyond being filling, it was fairly average (and super expensive for what it was)! | |
| Bar Louie 232 Patriot Place Foxboro, MA 02035 (508) 623-1195 |
Comfort Food, Burgers | • Loaded Tots • Mini Kobe Hot Dogs • Mac & Cheese • S'mores Martini |
The Mini Kobe Hot Dogs and S'mores Martini were nothing special. The Mac & Cheese was on the better side of average, but still nothing special. The Loaded Tots get honorable mention for an unusual flavor combination and nice crunchy tots. Could use a bit more cheesy goodness, but still worth a try. | |
| Bar Mezzana 360 Harrison Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 530-1770 |
Italian, Cocktail Bars | • Cacio E Pepe • Tartufo de Gelato |
Cacio E Pepe was just a nice hearty plate of pasta. No specific wow-factor, but you definitely won't be disappointed if this is what you're craving. Tartufo de Gelato was basically a ball of gelato, surrounded by like a thick cocoa coating, and served on top of crushed nuts and chocolate. A very nice presentation, but just ok flavorwise. | |
| Bar One 40 Nashua St. Milford, NH 03055 (603) 249-5327 |
Comfort Food, Pub & American Casual | • Appleseed Melt Grilled Cheese • Mushroom Flatbread • Mac & Cheese |
Appleseed Melt Grilled Cheese was just ok, but the truffle fries that came with it get honorable mention. They might've gotten the full nod if they weren't shoestring, but it just somehow made the proportion seem wrong. Bonus points for the garlic aioli that it came with. Mushroom Flatbread was on the slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese was not particularly good as it had virtually no cheese on/in it. | |
| Bar Pizza & Salad 280 School St. Mansfield, MA 02048 (774) 719-2683 |
Pizza, Salad | • ½ Pepperoni Mushroom ½ Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza | Slightly better side of average. Pepperoni side slightly better than cheeseburger side. | |
| Bar Volpe 170 W. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 865-7100 |
Italian, Desserts, Bars | • Farro Arancini • Culurgiones • Tiramisu |
Farro Arancini was a nice little set of bites. The orange honey added an interesting flavor component, and they had a decent crunch. I'd put these on the far better side of average. Culurgiones, which are kind of like a cross beterr a ravioli and a dumpling, were freshly made (and you could tell that), and I'd also put this on the far better side of average. Tiramisu was the type that's like a cake in a round bowl. Fine but it didn't really speak to me. I have to say this place had a nice vibe to it, so even though no specific thing from my samples was worth the journey you probably won't be disappointed with a stop-in. | |
| Baramor 45 Union St. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 202-6718 |
Gastropubs, Pubs, American (New) | • Pumpkin Soup • Steak Poutine |
Steak Poutine gets honorable mention for just being a really good overall appetizer. A very well done combination of ingredients that make for some tasty pickings while having a beverage. Not super amazing, but memorably good. Pumpkin Soup was nothing special. | |
| Barcelona Wine Bar 1700 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 264-8900 — Various Locations |
Tapas, Spanish & Wine Bar | • Potato Tortilla • Jamon & Chicken Croquettes • Truffled "Bikini" • Spiced Beef Empanadas • Chorizo & Sweet-Sour Figs • Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Indulgence |
I can't really say that I was overly impressed with any of these plates. They all pretty much fell within the average to slightly better side of average category. Reasonably good service at this place though. | |
| Bardo's Pizza 10 Old Colony Ave. S. Boston, MA 02127 (781) 951-2029 |
Pizza, Salad | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | I hate to say it but I felt like the pizza was a touch undercooked. Not terrible but certainly not great. | |
| Bark BBQ 367 Court St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 720-2275 |
BBQ, Smokehouse, Sandwiches | • Brisket w/Mac & Cheese, Cole Slaw, & Cornbread | √ Brisket | I'm not sure if it was the bark on the meat, or just overall good brisket itself, but this is definitely worth a stop in. Honestly it was so flavorful you really don't even need BBQ sauce! Some of the best brisket I've had. Cornbread gets honorable mention for being very fresh and flavorful. You get it with any meat ordered, so when you try that brisket, you'll see what I mean about the cornbread. Neither of the sides was anything special. |
| Barking Dog Bar & Grill 21 Friend St. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 388-9537 |
Grill, Pub | • Mac & Cheese • Chocolate Decadence |
The Mac & Cheese had potential, but fell flat. They used Orecchiette which is an excellent choice for a Mac & Cheese pasta, but there was insufficient cheese to make good use of it. Also, the Ritz cracker topping was a nice touch, but was a bit too dry with the already dryish pasta. The Chocolate Decadence was also pretty bad as the chocolate was way too gritty, and just overall not that flavorful. | |
| Barley House 132 N. Main St. Concord, NH 03301 (603) 228-6363 — Various Locations |
Burgers & American Casual | • Blarney Puffs • Dublin Burger |
The Blarney Puffs had a nice texture, and were generally flavorful, but I'd only put them on the slightly better side of average. Dublin Burger had a nice little spicy kick, but wasn't much beyond the better side of average otherwise. Also a very messy burger. | |
| Barrels & Boards 1285 Broadway Raynham, MA 02767 (508) 738-6630 |
American (New), Seafood, Steakhouses | • Whiskey Barrel Candied Bacon • Bourbon Bacon Pretzels • French Onion Soup • Barrels Cobb Salad w/Steak Tips • BBQ Brisket Pizza • Oak Barrel Smoked Mac & Cheese • Jack Honey BBQ Brisket Grilled Cheese |
√ Atmosphere | This place is kind of a tough rate. While no specific item that I sampled was explicitly worth the journey, this is one of those places that just has this overall vibe of a place you want to go. Between the super friendly and awesome waitress (Thank you Jackie!), the good drinks, and just the overall atmosphere, I don't think you'll be disappointed if you stop in for a visit! Moreover, while no item got the full nod, nothing was bad in any way. The Whiskey Barrel Candied Bacon was not overly fatty, and the sauce that it came with was amazing. Overall, the better side of average. Bourbon Bacon Pretzels were fine, but this one didn't really stand out. French Onion Soup on the other hand really did stand out, but more than anything because it was made with a touch of cream. This added an interesting component to the dish, which makes it really hard to compare with other french onion soups. That said, rating just as a dish on it's own, I'd put it on the better side of average. The Barrels Cobb Salad was a salad, and the Steak Tips that it came with about average. The tips don't come with any sort of glaze if you order them on a salad as opposed to the platter, but our waitress was kind enough to bring me a side of the glaze for dipping. I'd put them on the better side of average with that. BBQ Brisket Pizza was thin crust and decent, but also just on the slightly better side of average. This is one of those places where I'd have to recommend you stop in and make your own judgements, but I don't believe you'll walk out disappointed. Oak Barrel Smoked Mac & Cheese had a weird spice to it which was a bit of a turnoff for me, but if you like your food with a bit of a kick you might enjoy this. Jack Honey BBQ Brisket Grilled Cheese was unfortunately done with thick Texas toast so was way overly bready. |
| BarTaco 25 Thomson Pl. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 819-8226 — Various Locations |
Tacos | • Sesame Ribeye Taco • Grilled Corn |
The Sesame Ribeye Taco was decent. It didn't pop for me in any specific way, but if you're craving a red meat taco, it'll satisfy your craving in a good way. Grilled Corn was similarly good but average. | |
| Basho Japanese Brasserie 1338 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 262-1338 |
Japanese, Sushi | • Kobe Beef Spring Rolls • Tempura Brocolli/Sweet Potatos/Mushrooms • Noodles with Kobe Beef |
√ Kobe Beef | The Kobe Beef Spring Rolls were average. The Tempura Vegetables were mostly average, except I would give honorable mention to the Sweet Potatoes..I don't know why, the flavors of that one just worked really well together. The Noodles with Kobe Beef was on the better side of average as a dish itself, however the Beef part of it was so good, I'm making just that (which you can order individually even though I didn't) a dish worth the journey. Flavorful and not at all chewy, with a nice saucy compliment. Can't ask for more than that:) |
| Basic Batch Donuts 206 E. Main St. Milford, MA 01757 |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Chocolate Frosted Donut • Chocolate Cake Donut • Creme Brulee Donut (Wed only) • Chocolate Cream Pie Donut • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
Creme Brulee Donut was the most interesting of the bunch. A bruleed shell with bavarian creme filling, it was interesting for it's originality, and was overall enjoyable, so I'd put it on the far better side of average. Chocolate Cream Pie Donut was a special, and is a yeast donut filled with chocolate buttercream, and it was fine. Chocolate Frosted Donut was of a similar ilk, and was certainly fresh (and a good size!), but again was just fine. Chocolate Cake Donut was not very good. Chocolate Chip Cookie was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Baskin-Robbins 10 Woburn St. Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 652-8558 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • "World Class Chocolate" Ice Cream | √ "World Class Chocolate" Ice Cream | As far as ice cream from the chains go, this is definitely my favorite one. It had a smooth, creamy texture, and the chocolate flavor was good without being overpoweringly sweet. There are certainly better ones out there, but surprisingly, I would have to rank this one as worth the journey (especially given how readily accessible these are). |
| Basta 2195 Broad St. Cranston, RI 02905 (401) 461-2300 |
Italian | • Margherita Pizza • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
Margherita Pizza was on the better side of average. Chicken Parm was very average. Tiramisu was a huge portion, and was on the far better side of average tastewise. | |
| Basta Pasta Trattoria 319 Western Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 576-6672 |
Italian, Sandwiches | • Mini Arancinis • Wild Mushroom Risotto • Pancetta Pizza |
The Mini Arancinis were ok but nothing special. The Wild Mushroom Risotto was very bland and not particularly good. The Pancetta Pizza had a nice soft crust base, and might be better with different toppings, but just didn't have a whole lot of flavor as it was. | |
| Bates Bar & Grill 2 Commercial St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-0525 |
Greek, American | • Bates Chili Fries • Cheesesteak Egg Rolls • Burger w/Onion Rings • Steak Tips • Roasted Garlic Parmesan Broccoli (side) • Coconut Jasmine Rice (side) |
Bates Chili Fries were very average. Cheesesteak Egg Rolls were on the better side of average. Burger was large but average flavorwise. Onion Rings were a nice size, and had a nice crunch, but sadly very little flavor. Steak Tips were on the slightly better side of average, but just so. Both sides were nothing special. | |
| Bay Pointe Waterfront Restaurant 64 Washington Ct. Quincy, MA 02269 (617) 472-3200 |
American, Seafood | • Short Rib Mac & Cheese • Asian Chicken Egg Rolls • Tropical Coconut Creme Cake • Grapenut Pudding |
Short Rib Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side fo average. Asian Chicken Egg Rolls were not very good. The ratios of dough to filling was way off, and just wasn't all that good to begin with. Tropical Coconut Creme Cake was on the worse side of average. Grapenut Pudding was almost completely flavorless. | |
| Bayside American Cafe 98 Portland St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 774-0005 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Granola Crusted French Toast (single) • Dark Chocolate Waffle • Bacon (side) • Corn Beef Hash (side) • Veggie Homefries (side) |
√ Bacon √ Dark Chocolate Waffle |
Let's start with the Bacon. Absolutely no fat on it, perfectly crispy, and bursting with flavor. This is exactly what all bacon should be. If you're a bacon fan, and in Maine, stop by for this. Also, the Dark Chocolate Waffle was amazingly good. It wasn't overly sweet, and the DARK chocolate added the perfect sweet compliment to the waffly goodness that was already there. With fresh cut strawberries and fresh whipped cream, this is definitely the must try dish. Granola Crusted French Toast was good, but just a bit too thick (though the bread was very fresh). Corn Beef Hash is apparently a big deal at this place, and while it was certainly good, I didn't think it was amazing. The Veggie Homefries were literally homefries with a bunch of veggies. Fine but nothing special. |
| Bayside Bowl 58 Alder St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 791-BOWL |
Pub, Pizza | • Sweet Potato Fries • Pepperoni & Mushroom Grilled Pizza |
√ Pepperoni & Mushroom Grilled Pizza | Really fresh, and a really good just crisp crust make this pizza worth the journey. Thin crust, a nice combo of flavors, and not overly heavy. A very solid and yummy pizza. It's also not a big size, so you can order a few with varying toppings.:) Sweet Potato Fries were average. |
| Beach Plum, The 2800 Lafayette Rd. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 433-3339 — Various Locations |
Lobster, Ice Cream | • Sweet Corn Nuggets • Corn Chowder |
The Sweet Corn Nuggets were average, and the Corn Chowder was ok, but would've been better creamier. Admittedly, these are not the main dishes that this place is known for. | |
| Beard Papa's 232 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (857) 449-9156 |
Dessert, Bakery & Comfort Food | • Vanilla Cream Puff • Chocolate Cream Puff • Green Tea Paris Brest |
What can I say...they were cream puffs, and they were pretty good cream puffs, but there was nothing super outstanding about them. If you're craving one you'll enjoy it. If you want the best of, you probably won't find it here. It's also kind of messy to eat, but that's more of an aside. | |
| Becky's Diner 390 Commercial St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 773-7070 |
Diner, Breakfast | • Peanut Butter & Bacon Sandwich (L) • Spicy Curly Fries • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Spicy Curly Fries | In an unexpected surprise, I felt I had to give this one to the Spicy Curly Fries. I was on the fence for a while, but between having just the right amount of spiciness, the choice of using curly as the fry type, and leaving the potato skin on, I decided ultimately that it was worth the nod. The Peanut Butter & Bacon Sandwich is better on paper than in taste, and the Chocolate Chip Cookie was very average. |
| Bedford Farms Ice Cream 18 North Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 275-6501 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Chunky Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream | √ Chunky Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream | The ice cream was amazing. It had the perfect consistency and flavor, and didn't end up tasting overly sweet after eating most of the scoop like some ice cream places do. Highly recommend this as worth the journey. |
| Beef Barn, The 160 Pulaski Blvd. Bellingham, MA 02019 (508) 883-1799 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Steak & Kid-Friendly | • Steak Sandwich • Fries • Chocolate Cake • Boston Cream Pie • Chocolate Pudding • Grapenut Pudding |
The Steak Sandwich started out promising...it was a little sandwich tucked into what looked like a hotdog roll, and the first bite was actually pretty tasty. Unfortunately, after the second or third bite, it mostly turned into chewy gristle. Hate to say it but avoid this. Fries were on the slightly better side of average. And lastly, of the 4 desserts, the Chocolate Pudding was actually fairly tasty, though the portion is size is quite small (though the price is admittedly quite small as well). The rest were very average. | |
| Beehive 541 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 423-0069 |
Live Music, Comfort Food | • Truffled Potato & Cheese Pierogies • Grilled Cheese • Beehive Prime Burger • Sage Fries |
√ Truffled Potato & Cheese Pierogies √ Sage Fries |
If there was one place that I could rate as good in a general "overall" sense, it would be this place. The atmosphere was inviting, the waitress was very informed and friendly, and the food was just one great thing after another. Again, this is in the "overall" sense. As to the food specifics, the Truffled Potato & Cheese Pierogies were not even originally on the list, but were ordered to try by the group, and thank goodness for that! Not in quite some time did I realisitcally just want to place another order for something after one bite. Perfectly cheesy with explosions of flavor, this is a MUST try for anyone going there. Just amazing! The Sage Fries, while down several notches from that pedestal, were also very tasty. With a somewhat unusual thin flat cut, it just seemed to leave more flat space for that great flavor to amass itself. I wouldn't say they were the best "ever", but I had to give them the nod. The Grilled Cheese was also very tasty, but it's problem was that it was done on Texas Toast, which meant that about half the flavor went to the bread. Now that's not to say that the bread was in any way but, but I feel that it really somewhat detracted from that shortrib/cheesy goodness. Perhaps a different bread can be requested in it's making?? The Beehive Prime Burger was also a very solid burger, but honestly it had no great wow factor. You can't really go wrong with it, but I'm sure there are better menu options (such as those Pierogies.....) |
| Bellino's Trattoria 146 Lowell St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 246-7666 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Pepperoni Pizza • Fusilli Alla Vodka • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
The Pepperoni Pizza is a nice thin version of a fairly good pizza. That being said, it really doesn't stand out in any particular way. I guess that equates to the better side of average. The Fusilli Alla Vodka gets honorable mention, as the chicken was pretty good, and the flavors worked fairly well together. But again, there was really nothing that special about it. Chocolate Mousse Cake and Tiramisu were very average. | |
| Ben & Jerry's 1265 Worcester St. Natick, MA 01760 (855) 423-6537 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Phish Food Ice Cream | You really can't go wrong with this ice-cream as a standard, as it IS very good in pretty much any flavor. I would venture to say it possibly the best of all of the ice cream chains. | |
| Benevento's 111 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 523-4111 |
Italian, Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | I'm giving the Pizza here honorable mention. It's about as close to the cusp of worth the journey as you can get, but it "just" didn't quite sing to me enough. Thin crust, fresh, and very tasty, but it just didn't quite have that stand-out factor. Still no disappointments at all here. | |
| Bernard's 55 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 738-3388 |
Chinese & Asian | • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Beef Teriyaki • Hot & Sour Soup • Pan Seared Angel Hair With Vegetables • Orange Flavored Beef |
√ Orange Flavored Beef √ Beef Teriyaki |
These people clearly know their beef. The Beef Teriyaki was not only large, but incredibly flavorful. It's a little pricey but well worth it. Perfect glaze, pulls apart in your mouth, and no chewy bites. Similarly, the Orange Flavored Beef is well glazed and seasoned, and I definitely didn't want to stop eating it. I didn't sample their chicken (yet), but if the beef is any indication, you're in for a treat here. The Vegetable Spring Rolls were good but average. Same for the Hot & Sour Soup. Lastly, the Pan Seared Angel Hair With Vegetables was basically thin noodles that were cooked to be crispy, and went well with the vegetables, but in truth were a little oily. Maybe stick with the rice. |
| Berry Line 3 Arrow St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 868-3500 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Pina Colada Frozen Yogurt | I was absolutely not impressed at all. Kind of yucky actually (imho). | |
| Berry Tavern, The 2 High St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 777-2377 |
Italian, Pub & Tavern | • Pumpkin Ravioli • Tiramisu |
Pumpkin Ravioli was fairly average. Tiramisu had a nice cinnamon kick which put it on the better side of average. | |
| Bertucci's 475 Winter St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 684-0650 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Italian | • Mozzarella Fritta • Tuscan Minestrone Soup • Pizza, various types • Tiramisu • Cannoli • Chocolate Budino • Bomba • Five Layer Chocolate Cake • Tiramisu Martini |
√ Chocolate Budino √ Tiramisu Martini |
While the pizza is good, and the rest dependably average but satisfying, it is definitely a worthwhile journey to be made, if only for the Budino and Tiramisu Martini. |
| Beth, The 18 Shipyard Dr. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 369-7475 |
American (New), Seafood, Cocktail Bars | • Four Cheese & Rosemary Flatbread • Curried Butternut Squash Soup • Marmalade Glazed Carrots (side) • Dark Chocolate Cake |
Four Cheese & Rosemary Flatbread was on the better side of average. Curried Butternut Squash Soup was fine but maybe a little heavy. Marmalade Glazed Carrots had nothing marmalade about them and thus were quite average. Dark Chocolate Cake was fine but nothing special. | |
| Betty's Kitchen 164 Lafayette Rd. N. Hampton, NH 03862 (603) 964-9870 |
Breakfast | • Custom Omelette • Praline French Toast |
The Omelette was average. The Praline French Toast should've been called sugar with sugar on top of frecnch toast. Not good. | |
| Beverly Depot 10 Park St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 927-5402 |
Steak, Seafood | • Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake • Tiramisu |
Neither of these desserts in and of themselves was particularly worth the journey, however the whipped cream that they came with on the sides was perhaps the best whipped cream that I have ever had. It was creamy, yet still retained a light and airy nature. So honestly, not quite sure how to rate this one really... | |
| Bia Bistro 35 S. Main St. Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 383-0464 |
Bistro & Mediterranean | • Short Rib Flatbread • Truffled Mushroom Risotto (½ order) |
Short Rib Flatbread was on the better side of average. Truffled Mushroom Risotto was on the far better side of average. Overall it was a very nice type of restaurant with a very attentive waiter! | |
| Bianca 47 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (857) 576-8300 |
American (New), Pizza, Sushi Bars | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Japanese Fried Chicken • Short Rib Rigatoni • Dark Chocolate Cremeux • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Pepperoni Pizza | The Pepperoni Pizza was the standout here. Very light and airy, with a perfectly balanced combination of ingredients and flavors. Since you can get these as slices I highly recommend a stop in at least for this. Japanese Fried Chicken was interesting but didn't really speak to me. Short Rib Rigatoni was fine but average. Same for the Dark Chocolate Cremeux. Chocolate Chip Cookie was soft and flavorful, and I'd put it on the far better side of average. |
| Bianchi's Pizza 381 Revere Beach Blvd. Revere, MA 02151 (781) 629-4167 |
Pizza, Italian & American Casual | • Pizza (slice) | I hate to say it, as I really had high hopes for this pizza, but even though it was thin crust, it was too salty. I feel like I remember trying this a long long time ago and recall it being quite good, but sadly it doesn't seem to be what it once was. Don't get me wrong, it was bad at all, it just wasn't really anything amazing. Better side of average. | |
| Bickford's Grille 6 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-2262 |
Breakfast, Chain | • Pastrami Melt • Western Omelette • Chocolate Chip Pancakes |
All standard food. Nothing bad, but nothing noteworthy. | |
| Big Daddy's 436 Western Ave. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 787-1080 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • The Big Daddy - Steak Deluxe • Pizza (slice) • Snack-A-Tizer • Tiramisu • Chocolate Chunk Cookie |
The Big Daddy - Steak Deluxe was your standard steak & cheese. And when I say standard I don't just mean the make-up of the sandwich, I also mean the taste.... Ok but nothing special. The pizza is fairly solid, but again, really nothing that special. Snack-A-Tizer and Tiramisu were average. Chocolate Chunk Cookie was just ok. No amazing standouts. | |
| Bill & Bob's Famous Roast Beef 57 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 935-9842 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches | • Junior Roast Beef • Super Pastrami • Onion Rings • Chicken Fingers • Cheezer Teezers • Pizza Roll • Steak & Cheese Roll • Broccoli Bites • Taco • Gouda Mac N Cheese Bites |
Super Pastrami was on the better side of average. A very soft fresh bun and tasty ingredients came together pretty well! Pizza Roll and Steak & Cheese Rolls were both nothing special. Chicken Fingers were crispy but average. Taco was crunchy but average. Gouda Mac N Cheese Bites were creamy but no great wow factor. Broccoli Bites were just ok. Junior Roast Beef was fine but really wasn't anything amazing. Onion Rings were very crispy but with minimal flavor. Cheezer Teezers, which are basically little hash browns, were not very flavorful. | |
| Bill's Pizzeria 753 Beacon St. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 964-1116 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Pepperoni Pizza (slices) • Steak Bomb Sub • Basketcase Sampler |
The Pizza and the Appetizer Sampler were both very average. The Steak Bomb Sub was one of the better ones that I've had, but I'd still rate it in between average and good. | |
| Billy Tse 240 Commercial St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 227-9990 |
Chinese, Sushi | • Sesame Chicken Combo (L) • Tangerine Flavored Beef Combo (L) • Hot & Sour Soup • Pu-Pu Platter |
The Pu-Pu Platter was pretty bad, with some of the worst beef teriyaki that I've ever had. The Sesame Chicken was not particularly good. The Tangerine Flavored Beef was average. The Hot & Sour Soup was good, but nothing special. Not at all impressed. | |
| Billy's Famous Roast Beef & Seafood 1291 Main St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 665-2070 |
Fast Food, Sandwiches | • Onion Rings • Cheesesteak Springroll • Broccoli Cheese Bites |
I've had worse Onion Rings, but that's not to say these are that good. The Cheesesteak Springroll was nothing special, and the Broccoli Cheese Bites had a nice crisp coating, but sadly that was the best part about them. No standouts here. | |
| Biltmore 1205 Chestnut St. Newton, MA 02464 (617) 527-2550 |
Comfort Food, Pub | • Mac & Cheese Fritters • Soul Cookies • Fluffernutter • Chocolate Coconut Bread Pudding |
√ Soul Cookies | I don't know what it is about these cookies..whether it's all in the freshness or the flavor, but these may in fact be the best cookies I've tasted to date. The variety that I had included molasses, peppermint almond bark, white chocolate, peanut butter surprise, and chocolate. These bite-sized treats are each like little flavor explosions of tastiness, and are most certainly, a dish worth the journey. In more of an afterthought, the Mac & Cheese fritters were good, but could have been cheesier (or at least used a slightly different blend of cheeses). The bread pudding was too dry, and the Fluffernutter, while an interesting idea in principle, was by no means well executed. I'd definitely recommend avoiding. |
| Birch on Elm, The 986 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 782-5365 |
American, Eclectic & Fusion | • French Onion Poutine • Cubano Steam Buns |
Both dishes were fine but nothing special. Note that this place's menu changes often so odds are there will be different items on the menu if you visit. | |
| BirchTree Bread Company 138 Green St. Worcester, MA 01604 (774) 243-6944 |
Bakery & Sandwiches | • Grilled Cheese • Banana Bread Pudding • Almond Croissant • Chocolate Croissant • Ham & Cheese Croissant |
Banana Bread Pudding was a little too dry. Almond Croissant was fresh out of the oven which was nice, but still a little too bread for me. Chocolate Croissant had virtually no chocolate in it. Ham & Cheese Croissant was probably best of the 3, but it still didn't really sing to me. Grilled Cheese was fine. | |
| Bistro 5 5 Playstead Rd. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 395-7464 |
Italian | • Profiterole • Chocolate Almond Biscotti • Dessert Wine — 2009 Saracco, Moscato D'asti — 2003 Chateua Fontebride, Sauternes |
The Profiterole gets honorable mention. It came down to this: Chocolate ganache=amazing, ice cream=average, dough=better side of good, overall=honorable mention. There it is, profiterole math:) Chocolate Almond Biscotti was better than average with a nice chocolate vanilla covering, but the flavor could've been better. Both the dessert wines were not that good. | |
| Bistro 781 336 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 899-0297 |
American Casual, American & Comfort Food | • Boneless Sesame Teriyaki Wings • Steak Bomb Spring Rolls • Burger • Braised Short Ribs • Grilled Korean BBQ Short Ribs • Short Rib Mac & Cheese • Sheet Pan Nachos • Short Rib Crunch Wrap Tacos |
√ Steak Bomb Spring Rolls √ Boneless Sesame Teriyaki Wings |
The Steak Bomb Spring Rolls most definitely get the full nod here. This was perhaps the first time that I actually felt like I was eating a real steak & cheese variant, due to the fact that the cheese was actually incorporated into the mix of the steak, rather than just being added on or in later. Wonderful texture, and far better as a spring roll than an eggroll. Boneless Sesame Teriyaki Wings are worth the journey mostly due to the crumbly texture of these boneless wings. It was somewhat unique compared to other boneless wings I've had, and even though the flavor wasn't the most amazing ever, it was still good enough to give me that don't want to stop eating it vibe. The Burger gets honorable mention as while it was not outstanding, the combination of ingredients works very well together! Accompanying fries had an interesting seasoning that I couldn't identify but worked well together also. Grilled Korean BBQ Short Ribs on the other hand were very bland flavorwise, not to mention chewy, and the other plate items were boring or not appealing. Not a fan of this one. Braised Short Ribs were better than the other variety, but I can't say they particularly sang to me flavorwise. Too many flavors including the accoutrements, not all of which worked that well together. Short Rib Crunch Wrap Tacos were basically short rib tacos. Tasty, but I can't say they were anything super amazing. Sheet Pan Nachos were on the far better side of average. The chips were a little salty but the ingredients were well distributed and plentiful. Short Rib Mac & Cheese was a tasty iteration that I wanted to be a touch chessier, but I'd still put it on the better side of average. |
| Bistro Eighty-Ates 172 Gore Rd. Webster, MA 01570 (508) 949-8888 |
American & Comfort Food | • Nachos Neapolitan • Creamy French Onion Soup • Bistro Style Steak Tips • Chicken & Waffle Tenders • Chocolate Toffee Mousse |
The Nachos Neapolitan were different from the norm, in that it was more like a mexican pie, with the ingredients layered and separated by tortillas, which were cut into pie type slices. Interesting but not overly flavorful. Creamy French Onion Soup was another original take, however it was basically like a can of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom was put in a bowl with a crouton on top of it. Again, creative but not that good. Bistro Style Steak Tips were very average, and had virtually no marinade (seemingly). Chicken & Waffle Tenders used waffle batter for the coating, but was nothing special flavorwise. Chocolate Toffee Mousse was also very average. So, brownie point for originality, but no real points for flavor... | |
| Bit Bar 278 Derby St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-4838 |
Bars, Arcades, New American | • Loaded Tetris Tots • Three Little Pigs |
Loaded Tetris Tots were a fun take on a classic, and actually somehow made them taste better! Far better side of average. Recommend getting the brisket chili add-on. Three Little Pigs were fine but average. | |
| Bittersweet Farm 438 Main Rd. Westport, MA 02790 (508) 636-0085 |
American Fine Dining, Seafood | • Portuguese Spring Rolls • Nachos • Root Beer Float • Bittersweet Kiss |
The Portuguese Spring Rolls were pretty good, but no great wow factor. Root Beer Float was average. The Bittersweet Kiss was basically a flowerless piece of chocolate cake/brownie with some ice cream on top. Ok but nothing special. Nachos were pretty bad, with a chili that was way too spicy. | |
| Black Cow 1397 Main St. Millis, MA 02054 (508) 376-4884 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Oreo Ice Cream | You can't really go wrong with ice cream so these are always a hard rate... So for this one, I'll leave it as I've had better, but I've certainly had worse. Worth a stop-in if you're passing by. | |
| Black Horse Tavern 32 Waterfield Rd. Winchester, MA 01890 (781) 369-1620 |
American Casual, Comfort Food | • Steak Tips • Pizza |
Steak Tips had a good marinade but were too chewy. The Pizza was the better side of average, but still average. | |
| Black Rose 160 State St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 742-2286 |
Irish, Pub | • Nachos • Onion Rings • French Onion Soup • Steak Sandwich • Black & White Bread Pudding • Boston Cream Pie |
Nachos and Onion Rings were not that good. French Onion Soup and Steak Sandwich were average. Black & White Bread Pudding was ok but could've been moister. Honorable mention for the Boston Cream Pie. A good solid slice, just no great wow factor. | |
| Black Salt 481 Wilbur Ave. Swansea, MA 02777 (508) 567-0515 |
Bars, Sandwiches | • Deviled Eggs • Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders • Poached Pear Salad • Short Rib |
Deviled Eggs were good but nothing overly special. Poached Pear Salad had barely any pear in it so not sure what that was about. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders were on the far better side of average. That's the app to get here. Short Rib was similarly enjoyable and I'd also put it on the far better side of average. | |
| Black Tie Cookies 46 Hathaway Rd. Dartmouth, MA 02747 (774) 206-6850 |
Mail Order, Bakery | • Tuxedo with Pecans • Symphony • Celebration • Encore • Bravo • Top Hat |
I hate to say it, but all the cookies were overly doughy and were more like extra large sugar cookies with a bit of filling within them. | |
| Black-Eyed Sally's 350 Asylum St. Hartford, CT 06103 (860) 278-7427 |
Bbq, Southern | • Burnt Endz • Sweet Corn & Chicken Chowder • Sweet Potato Fries • Corn Bread (side) |
√ Burnt Endz √ Sweet Corn & Chicken Chowder |
Two dishes worth the journey here. The combination of the Burnt Endz with the Black-Eyed Sally's BBQ sauce gets the first nod here. The slight crispiness of the beef works in wonderful concert with the tangy spice of the sauce. A definite must try! In addition, the Sweet Corn & Chicken Chowder was a wonderful flavor combination, with a nice addition of spiced cornbread pieces on top. The Sweet Potato Fries and side of cornbread were average. |
| Blackbird Doughnuts 492 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 482-9000 — Various Locations |
Donuts | • Everything Bagel Pizza • Boston Cream Donut • Triple Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Sprinkle Donut • Marshmallow Coconut Donut • Cookies & Cream Donut |
√ Everything Bagel Pizza √ Boston Cream Donut |
Omg, the Everything Bagel Pizza! This may be the most amazing donut that I have ever had in terms of flavor and balance. It's a soft tasty donut, with everything that you'd find on top of an everything bagel on this donut, and with a soft cream cheese filling. I can't recommend a stop in for this item enough!! The Boston Cream Donut was also very tasty. With tasty cream, a nice not-over-doughy shell, and a really nice chocolate ganache, this donut had an excellent combination of taste and texture. Their donuts are always changing so these might not always be available, but definitely grab if they are. Triple Chocolate Cake was pretty good, as was the Chocolate Sprinkle Donut, as was the Marshmallow Coconut. Cookies & Cream Donut was the only one that wasn't all that good. |
| Blackie's 280 George Washington Hwy. Smithfield, RI 02917 (401) 231-4777 |
American, Comfort Food & Tavern | • Bulldog Nachos • American as Apple Pie Burger with Onion Rings • Baked Pumpkin Mac • Harvest Flatbread • Cheeseburger Rangoons • Root Beer Tenders |
Bulldog Nachos just make honorable mention, mainly for their simple ingredients that somehow seem to flow well together, and with the chips maintaining a constant crunch. They're kind of like 'craft' nachos. On the flipside, the 'craft' version of mac and non-cheese known as the Baked Pumpkin Mac, failed kind of miserably, due to mostly having a dryness (perhaps due to lack of cheese...?) that just seemed to make it an almost inedible dish. American as Apple Pie Burger was very large, but was very average tastewise. Harvest Flatbread was just average overall. Cheeseburger Rangoons were fine, but one of those concepts that better on paper. Root Beer Tenders were average. | |
| Blackmoor Bar and Kitchen 1 Chelsea St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 580-8166 |
American, Tavern & Pub | • Arancini • Chili • Steak Tips • Short Ribs • Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw (side) |
Arancini was fine but nothing amazing. Chili was on the far better ide of average. It didn't super standout flavorwise but was very hearty and filling. Steak Tips were large but somewhat average. Short Ribs were similarly on the far better side of average. They were like thinly cut meaty squares (not cubes), and were enjoyable enough, but didn't really pop as much flavorwise as I wanted them to. Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw was better on paper and ended up tasting like mostly average cole slaw. | |
| Blacksmith Tavern 825 Washington St. Pembroke, MA 02359 (781) 924-3983 |
American (Traditional) | • Pretzel Bites • Boneless Spare Ribs • Chicken Bao Buns • Vege Stir Fry w/Steak Tips • Short Ribs • Carrot Cake |
Pretzel Bites were covered with everything bagel seasoning, and the cheese sauce was note quite as thick as I wanted it to be so the dish was just ok. Boneless Spare Ribs were kind of an unusual dish but were enjoyable enough tastewise. Worth trying if you're there. Chicken Bao Buns were fine. Vege Stir Fry w/Steak Tips was quite hearty, and a nice dish if you're looking to get your vege's in, but nothing too special otherwise. Short Ribs was on the slightly better side of average. Carrot Cake was average. | |
| Blackstrap BBQ 47 Woodside Ave. Winthrop, MA 02152 (617) 207-1783 |
Bbq, Take-out | • Texas Brisket, Shredded BBQ Chicken, & Burnt Endz Combo • Buttermilk Fried Onion Rings • BBQ Sweet Potato Salad (side) • Creamed Sweet Corn (side) • Chili Mac & Cheese (side) • Spicy Asian Cole Slaw • Maple Sweet Mashed Potatoes • Cornbread • Chocolate Pecan Square • Cornbread Pudding with Rum Sauce • Ginger Scallion Lo-mein |
√ Burnt Endz | A tough call on this one. Not because the meat wasn't pretty damn good, it came down to a question of HOW good (as of course it always does...) So here's my take: Of the meat trio that I tried, the Texas Brisket was good, but I felt it needed extra BBQ sauce to really bring it out, which it shouldn't have to need. The Shredded BBQ Chicken, which was very similar to the Burnt Endz, gets honorable mention. It had good flavoring, and if you're a pulled chicken fan this will most likely be worth the journey for you, but being a beef guy it didn't quite do it as much for me. Last but not least, the Burnt Endz had a nice little flavor going for it. It may not have been the absolute best out there, but I do feel pretty good in saying that it IS worth the journey. The Buttermilk Fried Onion Rings were nothing special flavorwise, and the coating kept falling apart (which is never a good thing for an onion ring). The BBQ Sweet Potato Salad was nothing special, and was frankly a bit dry. The Creamed Sweet Corn was also nothing special. The Chili Mac & Cheese had a nice little spiciness to it, but was not overly memorable otherwise. The Spicy Asian Cole Slaw would've been better with a little peanut sauce mixed in, but was pretty forgettable the way that it was. The Maple Sweet Mashed Potatoes were fairly good, but just needed to have a few extra hits of maple. The Cornbread were paperweights. I'd recommend avoiding... The Chocolate Pecan Square was average. The Cornbread Pudding with Rum Sauce was actually pretty good, but would've been far better with more sauce. Was a bit dry the way I got it. Ginger Scallion Lo-mein, which I got with the Burnt Endz, was on the slightly better side of average. |
| Bleacher Bar 82A Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 262-2424 |
Ballpark, Cocktail Lounge | • Broccoli Cheddar Dip • Grilled Cheese • Bacon Cheesy Fries • House Made Potato Chips (side) • Warm Cookie Plate |
Broccoli Cheddar Dip was not very good. Grilled Cheese, Bacon Cheesy Fries, and House Made Potato Chips were average. Warm Cookie Plate were on the better side of average. | |
| Bleu 7 Market St. Mashpee, MA 02649 (508) 539-7907 |
Bistro, Fusion | • Mac & Cheese (L) or (Br) • Breakfast Pizza (Br) • Bleu's Dessert Sampler Plate |
The Breakfast Pizza was the better side of average, but was still average. The Mac & Cheese was on the worse side of average. The Dessert Sampler items were all very standard. No great standouts. | |
| Blimpie 1001 Day Hill Rd. Windsor, CT 06095 (860) 688-4782 — Various Locations |
Chain, Sandwiches | • Turkey Bacon Swiss Sub • Steak & Cheese Sub • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
I'm starting to understand why this chain has been disappearing throughout MA. All the items were not horrible, but definitely below average. Don't bother trying to hunt down any of the last remaining few in New England. | |
| Blink's Fry Doe 191 Ocean Blvd. Hampton Beach, NH 03842 (603) 926-8933 |
Bakery, Take-out | • Sauce & Cheese Fried Dough • Chocolate & Whipped Cream Fried Dough |
There's not a ton I can say about this one since I don't really have a strong frame of reference for fried dough. It was tasty. Chocolate & Whipped Cream Fried Dough had the edge over Sauce & Cheese Fried Dough just because the flavors worked better together. All I can say is this: it was enjoyable, and if you're a fried dough fan I imagine you won't be disappointed, but it wasn't an especially magical experience for me. | |
| Bliss Dairy 711 Park St. Attleboro, MA 02703 (508) 222-0787 |
Ice Cream, Sandwiches & Breakfast | • Extreme Chocolate Ice Cream | A bit of a tough call on this one, so I'll just say this. If you get this you won't be disappointed, but I can't say it was amazing enough to be worth the journey. That said, a different flavor might just be called for in this case... | |
| Blu 4 Avery St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 375-8550 |
New American, Eclectic | • Wild Mushroom Soup • Roasted Butternut Squash Soup • Smoked Mozzarella Sticks • Belgium Chocolate Cake • Khalua Tiramisu |
Both of the soups were ok, but I really wanted them to be creamier. The Smoked Mozzarella Sticks were also ok (though a good size cheese log), but pretty average taste-wise. The Belgium Chocolate Cake and the Khalua Tiramisu were, once again, on the very average side. No standouts here. | |
| Blue Eyed Crab 170 Water St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 747-6776 |
Seafood, Caribbean & Outdoor Dining | • Pimento Cheese Croquettes • Banana Garlic Chicken Wings • Grilled Pineapple Rum Steak Tips Salad |
Not at all impressed with this place. The Pimento Cheese Croquettes were cold and flavorless, the Banana Garlic Chicken Wings were basically just chicken wings with a few banana slices on the side, and the Grilled Pineapple Rum Steak Tips Salad really just had nothing good about it at all. Cannot recommend this place at all. | |
| Blue On Highland 882 Highland Ave. Needham, MA 02494 (781) 444-7001 |
New American, Bars | • Vegetable Eggrolls • Blue Nachos • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Mandarin Chicken Salad • Parm Risotto (side) • Sour Cream & Onion Fries |
√ Mandarin Chicken Salad √ Sour Cream & Onion Fries |
Parm Risotto was very average. Vegetable Eggrolls were somewhat bready and fairly average tasting. Blue Nachos had a nice coverage of toppings and reasonably good flavor. They didn't quite have the total pop but I'd still give them honorable mention. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was on the far better side of average. A nice thin crust with good sauce, but no real wow factor. Mandarin Chicken Salad just gets the full nod. A hearty salad with a nice combination of ingredients that work great together. Sour Cream & Onion Fries similarly get the nod here, as these are ridiculously good and addicting. Fresh and flavorful, these are definitely a must try! No disappointments here! |
| Blue Ox, The 191 Oxford St. Lynn, MA 01901 (781) 780-5722 |
American Casual | • Duck Braised Arancini • The Blue Ox Burgers • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Tiramisu • Chocolate Layer Cake • Baked Stuffed Brie • Grilled Flatbread Pizza • The "Sin" Burger • Pappardelle Bolognese |
√ The Blue Ox Burgers | The The Blue Ox Burgers were phenomenal. A perfect little slider size, dripping with goodness from all sides. Bacon was cripsy, blue cheese was flavorful, I can hardly imagine a more perfect slider! Tiramisu equally so. You know it's gonna be good when you stick your fork into it and the liqueur pools slightly on the bottom of the plate. Soft, flavorful, and DEFINITELY worth the journey. UPDATE: HAD THE TIRAMISU ON A RETURN TRIP, AND IT WAS TOTALLY DRY COMPARED TO THE LAST TIME SO I HAD TO REMOVE THE FIRST RATING. APPARENTLY IT MIGHT BE HIT OR MISS UNFORTUNATELY... Duck Braised Arancini gets honorable mention. Fans of duck will probably love it, but I would've really loved it to have been braised beef instead. However the sauce it came with was absolutely addicting. Butternut Squash Ravioli, Baked Stuffed Brie, Grilled Flatbread Pizza and Chocolate Layer Cake were on the better side of average, but still average. The "Sin" Burger was a good solid burger which you can't go wrong with, but it doesn't hold a candle to the sliders. The Pappardelle Bolognese was average. |
| Blue Ribbon Bar-B-Q 908 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02476 (781) 648-7427 — Various Locations |
Bbq | • Kansas City Burnt Ends • Texas Sliced Beef Brisket • Black-Eyed Corn (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Cornbread • Cornbread Pudding • Dream Bar |
√ Kansas City Burnt Ends √ Texas Sliced Beef Brisket |
This was another one that had me on the fence for a while. The primary reason for my indecision was the sauce for the meat. It really didn't taste all that particularly good. However, given just how tasty and flavorful the meat was even just by itself, I had to give the nod to both the Brisket and the Burnt Ends. Fall-apart tender, and really, amazing even with no sauce. I can only imagine how amazing this BBQ would be with better sauces..... The Black-Eyed Corn, Cornbread, Dream Bar, and Cornbread Pudding were average. The Mac & Cheese was not that good. |
| Blue Square Pizza 30 Main St. Hopkinton, MA 01748 (508) 435-0001 |
Pizza | • Red Top Roni Detroit Style Pizza • Cheese Grandma Style Pizza • Mushroom Truffle New York Style Pizza • Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Cheese Grandma Style Pizza | The Grandma style pizza was the surprising standout here. A thin and flavorful little square, it was super well balanced with the sauce and cheese, and had the perfect amount of crisp and yumminess. Moreover, it might taste even better with toppings but to be honest I didn't even really miss them (and that's saying something)! Definitely recommend giving this a try. Mushroom Truffle New York Style Pizza, which is essentially the more common round pizza style, was reasonably good too. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Red Top Roni Detroit Style Pizza was similarly good, but was just a bit too bready for me. I know Detroit style generally tends to breadier, but it just didn't feel quite balanced enough for me. Better side of average. Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie was simiarly decent but not amazing. Still, better side of average. |
| Bluefish River Tavern 581 Tremont St. Duxbury, MA 02332 (339) 217-2115 |
Seafood | • Street Corn Nachos • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Harvest Salad w/Steak Tips • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese w/Short Rib • Tiramisu |
Street Corn Nachos were on the far better side of average. Those chips that were well topped tasted amazing, however the toppings were not very uniform. And even though the chips themselves were a nice thick cut variety, it still didn't quite have the wow-factor. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were quite cheesy, but just a little breadier than I wanted them. Better side of average overall. Harvest Salad was a generally tasty mix, but the Steak Tips had very little flavor. French Onion Soup was hearty and on the better side of average. Mac & Cheese was ok but I wanted the sauce to be creamier/less watery. The Short Rib was actually pretty good and made me sad that I didn't get THAT as the main dish. Tiramisu was very average. | |
| Bob's 324 Main St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 395-0400 |
Italian, Sandwiches | • Steak Bomb • Chicken Parm |
One of the better Steak Bombs that I've had, with a very fresh roll, and packed to the brim. It only gets honorable mention however, because the steak itself could've been better seasoned. Still, very solid steak & cheese. Chicken Parm also had a very fresh roll, and amazing sauce, but overall no great wow factor. | |
| Bobby's Burger Palace 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (860) 862-2277 |
Burgers, French Fries | • Miami Burger • Onion Rings • Sweet Potato Fries • Mocha Kahlúa Vodka Spiked Milkshake |
The Miami Burger gets honorable mention for just being a good solid burger. Sweet Potato Fries were average. Onion Rings get honorable mention as well for having a very nice sweetness to them. Too bad the coating wasn't crispier. Mocha Kahlúa Vodka Spiked Milkshake was not that good. | |
| Boca Grande Taqueria 149 First St. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 354-5550 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Fast Food | • Steak Burrito Grande | Not bad, but still fairly average. | |
| Bocado 82 Winter St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 797-1011 — Various Locations |
Tapas, Wine Bar | • Croquetas De Pollo • Bola De Arroz Frito Con mozzarella |
Both good, but fairly average. | |
| Bocca 100 Alden Rd. Fairhaven, MA 02719 (508) 993-9913 |
Italian | • Arancini • Charcuterie Board • Apple Walnut Salad • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Butternut Ravioli • Tips Gorgonzola • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu • Chocolate Panna Cotta |
√ Chicken Parm | The Chicken Parm is the item to get here. A nice thin piece of chicken that's flavorful and well put together. Even the angel hair pasta that came with it was very tasty and complemented it well. Well worth a stop-in for this item! Arancini was on the better side of average. Good crispiness and cheesiness but no great wow factor flavorwise. Charcuterie Board had a nice selection (and this is not normally a dish I rate so a bit outside my wheelhouse), but I'd still have to say it was enjoyable, and a "nice to pick at while you're having a glass of wine" type of deal. Apple Walnut Salad was fine but nothing special. Butternut Ravioli had a nice sauce and I'd put it on the far better side of average. Tips Gorgonzola was similarly tasty and I'd put it on the better side of average. Both desserts were on the slightly better side of average. Pizza had a nice thin crust and I'd put it on the far better side of average. |
| Bog Tavern, The 618 MacArthur Blvd. Pocasset, MA 02559 (508) 392-9620 |
Comfort Food, Pub & Tavern | • Crispy Rosemary Chips • Mushroom Risotto (½ order) with Steak Tips • Smoked White Cheddar & Gouda Mac & Cheese |
The Crispy Rosemary Chips were covered in bleu cheese, which tasted good, but overwhelmed all other flavors, which was a shame since the chips were cut fresh. Therefore I can't recommend this. Mushroom Risotto was on the far better side of average. Steak Tips were a bit chewy but had some flavor. Smoked White Cheddar & Gouda Mac & Cheese was somewhat better on paper than in execution. While super creamy, the gouda flavor overwhelmed everything else and left the dish unbalanced. I will say it was different (in a good way) that they used a long thick twisty pasta. It stood up to the creaminess of the cheese and tasted very fresh! Overall this place had a nice atmosphere/vibe, so as their tagline goes, it was worth the U-turn. | |
| Boloco 50 Congress St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 357-9013 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Chain | • Steak Teriyaki Burrito • Thai Chicken Burrito • Nutella Milkshake |
Maybe if you get the burritos with extra sauce, they might be better (which is telling in and of itself), but on their own they were very unimpressive. The Nutella Milkshake started out well, but quickly seemed to deteriorate into a mushy mess that somehow seemed to lose its flavor. | |
| Bon Chon 123 Brighton Ave. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 254-8888 — Various Locations |
Korean, Chicken | • Korean Chicken Strips • Vegetable Tempura |
Another very tough call. Let me start out by saying, if you're a fan of fried chicken, I believe this will be worth the journey for you. As for me, I felt it was a little too greasy for my taste, and frankly, felt it would've benefited from a bit of sauce-ing. So, I'll formally give it honorable mention. But, for fried chicken fans, I'd strongly encourage a stop in for this chicken. Vegetable Tempura was decent but nothing special. | |
| Bonapita 75 Spring St. W. Roxbury, MA (978) 224-4029 — Various Locations |
Mediterranean, Fast Food & Take-out | • Chicken A La Plancha Pita | Fine. Nothing special. Bread was good. | |
| Bonefish Harrys 218 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 969-2423 |
Seafood, Tiki Bar | • Brisket Taco • Root Beer BBQ Glazed Boneless Wings • Frings (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • House Fried Rice (side) • Loaded Tots (side) |
The Brisket Taco was an interesting concept with added fries and beer cheese, but the fries overwhelmed a bit. I took most of them out, and then the brisket and beer cheese combo became far better. Still, on the slightly better side of average overall. Root Beer BBQ Glazed Boneless Wings did not really taste like root beer at all, and frankly were overly salty. Frings were fine, except for the onion rings which were pretty much flavorless. Mac & Cheese was similarly fine. House Fried Rice was surprisingly good for a non-asian restaurant. Far better side of average for what you get here! Loaded Tots were basically tater tots loaded with beer cheese and bacon. How could you possible go wrong with that?:) An ok place for a few bites and beverages. | |
| Bootleg Special 400 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 451-1800 |
Cajun, Creole, Seafood, Tapas Bars | • Garlic Noodles • Easy Street Corn |
Easy Street Corn was good but average. Garlic Noodles were pretty much that, basic noodles with a ton of garlic. Take this as you will. | |
| Border Brewery & Barbecue 224 N. Broadway Salem, NH 03079 (603) 216-9134 |
Breweries, BBQ, American | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Smoked Queso Dip • Sour Cream & Chive Tots • 1/4 lb. Brisket • Smoked Bacon Mac (side) • Waffle Corn Bread (side) • Pepperoni Pizza • Espresso Martini w/Cheese |
Sour Cream & Chive Tots were fine but really had no sour cream or chive taste to speak of. Pepperoni Pizza was on the better side of average. Decent but nothing amazing. Espresso Martini w/Cheese was an interesting take on paper but the cheese didn't really anything to the beverage. Brisket tasted pretty average to me. Nothing bad but no real standout flavor. Smoked Bacon Mac was on the far better side of average. More than anything this was due to the creamy and flavorful cheese sauce. Very enjoyable! Waffle Corn Bread was very much one of those "better on paper" kind of deals. Smoked Queso Dip was pretty good. Better side of average. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls was decent but nothing outstanding. | |
| Bosa Coastal Italian 160 Merrimack St. Haverhill, MA 01830 (978) 641-3149 |
Italian, Pizza, Cocktail Bars | • Arancini • Fried Chicken • Italian Fries (side) • Risotto Cacio e Pepe (side) • Tiramisu |
Arancini were very crispy but no real standout flavor. Fried Chicken had a slight crisp but honestly very little flavor. Italian Fries really just tasted like fries. Fine but nothing special. Risotto Cacio e Pepe was a more novelty take, but I can't say it had any major wow factor. Enoyable for what it was but not a standout. Tiramisu was the pudding type and not the cake type, and was enjoyable overall. I'd put this on the better side of average. | |
| Boston Burger Co. 37 Davis Sq. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 440-7361 — Various Locations |
Burgers | • Mac & Cheese Bites • Custom Burger w/Potato Chips • Garlic Parm Fries • Cup of Chili • BBC Sweet Potato Fries • Vermonster Burger |
The Mac & Cheese Bites, Garlic Parm Fries, and Chili were average. The Custom Burger was solid, but really nothing special. The Vermonster Burger was a bit more average. Honorable mention for the BBC Sweet Potato Fries. A nice flavor combination, but they just didn't quite sing enough for the full nod. Try them and you'll understand what I mean. | |
| Boston Chipyard, The 257 Faneuil Hall Marketplace Boston, MA 02109 (617) 742-9537 |
Bakery, Mail Order | • Chocolate Chip Cookies • Fudge Chocolate Chip Cookies • Macademia Chocolate Chip Cookies • Peanutbutter Chocolate Chip Cookies |
They were ok, but I've had better. | |
| Boston Chops 1375 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 227-5011 — Various Locations |
Steak & American | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings • Thick Cut Bacon • Gianduja Hazelnut Tart |
French Onion Soup gets honorable mention here. A very solid soup with a combination of flavors. Not outstanding but you certainly won't be disappointed. Onion Rings were on the better side of average. Same for the Thick Cut Bacon. Gianduja Hazelnut Tart was not that good. | |
| Boston Chowda Co. 1 Faneuil Hall Market Place Boston, MA 02109 (617) 742-4441 — Various Locations |
Soup, Sandwiches | • Paul Revere Chili • Plymouth Corn Chowda • French Onion Soup • Creamy Tomato Soup • 3 Cheese Macaroni Pie |
The soups are all very good solid options that you can't really go wrong with. That being said, none of them really have a strong wow factor. So I guess I'd have to call them all on the FAR better side of average. The 3 Cheese Macaroni Pie was also quite good, with a really nice crumb coating all over it. But like the soup, no great wow factor, so also in the average category. | |
| Boston Market 14 Park Ave. Worcester, MA 01605 (508) 421-9352 — Various Locations |
Chicken, Fast Food | • Turkey Sandwich • BBQ Chicken Salad • Mashed Potatoes/Gravy • Corn • Cinnamon Apples • Sweet Potato Casserole • Corn Bread • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Brownie |
I wouldn't say it's worth a special journey, but if you're near one, the Side Item Sampler is surprisingly yummy. However that may only be in contrast to the rest of the food, which is very average. | |
| Boston Tavern 389 W. Center St. W. Bridgewater, MA 02379 (508) 583-0013 — Various Locations |
Pub & Comfort Food | • Appetizer Combo • Burger • Steak Tips • Mac N' Cheese N' Chicken • Tollhouse Cookie Pie |
All Appetizer's were average. Burger was average. Mac N' Cheese N' Chicken was average. Steak Tips were tough and chewy. Tollhouse Cookie Pie lacked any real flavor. You pretty much get the idea... | |
| Bostonia Public House 131 State St. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 948-9800 |
American & Pub | • Tater Tot Poutine • Housemade French Onion Dip & Crispy Potato Chips • BPH burger • Mac & Cheese (side) • Milk & Cookies • Bostonia Cream Pie |
The Tater Tot Poutine just misses the full nod, but easily gets honorable mention. It's a highly enjoyable snack, and I think tots may ultimately be the best way to serve poutine, but the tots themselves were somewhat average. Still, this combination is very much worth trying. Housemade French Onion Dip was average. BPH burger and Mac & Cheese were both good but average. Maybe both on the slightly better side of average. Milk & Cookies and Bostonia Cream Pie were both nothing special. | |
| Bottega Fiorentina 313B Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 232-2661 |
Italian, Regional Italian | • Pasta Primavera (Wed) • Pumpkin Tortelloni (Fri) • Bread Pudding • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Nutella Croissant |
The Pumpkin Tortelloni and Pasta Primavera were good but nothing special. The Bread Pudding gets honorable mention for a nice taste and great texture. If it had a greater wow factor, it could've made the list. Chocolate Chip Cookie was nothing special and Nutella Croissant was not that good. | |
| Bourbon's Kitchen & Cocktails 47 Beacon St. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 861-7997 |
American, Pizza & Comfort Food | • Chicken Wings • Empanadas • Nachos • Little Devils • Sweet Potato Fries • Arancini • Candied Bacon • Double Cheddar Burger • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza |
√ Nachos √ Candied Bacon |
Nachos just get the full nod. A nicely crispy thick chip, with a nice dispersal of tasty toppings make this a fine app to get here. Candied Bacon similarly gets the nod. Amazingly well balanced, and the portion of bacon make this an absolute must get item! Crispy sweet perfection!! Chicken Wings were very average. Empanadas were just ok, but a little too doughy. Double Cheddar Burger comes out with a big circle of cheese melted around the burger, which was a nice (and tasty!) gimmick, but unfortunately the burger itself was sadly average. Little Devils were just the right size to be poppable and get honorable mention as a bite sized piece of heaven. Sweet Potato Fries were on the better side of average. Arancini were on the slightly better side of average. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was a bit too doughy for my taste, and frankly just didn't pop tastewise. |
| Bova's Bakery 134 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 523-5601 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Cream Puff • Chocolate Canolli • Eclair • Almond Joy Conga Bar • Chocolate Biscotti • Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Bomb • Lobster Tail • Boston Cream Pie |
√ Chocolate Biscotti | The Chocolate Biscotti had an excellent crunch, and exactly the flavor that I wanted in a biscotti. Try it and see! The Cream Puff, Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Bomb, Almond Joy Conga Bar, and Boston Cream Pie were all too dry. The Chocolate Canolli would've been FAR better if the shell had been fresher. Same for the Eclair. The Lobster Tail on the other hand had a tasty shell, but the cream would have been far with either bavarian or a better whipped white cream. |
| Bowery Bar, The 2261 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02124 (617) 698-2261 |
American (New), Bars | • French Onion Soup • Mofo Burger w/Tots |
French Onion Soup was on the better side of average. Not a huge standout in flavor, it was very hearty and therefore enjoyable as a whole. Mofo Burger gets honorable mention mainly for it's unusual combination of ingredients. I can't can't say it was a heavy standout flavorwise, but it was thoroughly enjoyable for what it was regardless. Super cute outdoor patio at this place as well. | |
| Bowlero 405 Boston Tpke. Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (508) 754-7050 |
Kid-Friendly, American Casual & Comfort Food | • Alley Sampler | Honestly, and probably to no surprise, all items in the sampler were fairly average. | |
| Boynton, The 117 Highland St. Worcester, MA 01609 (508) 756-8458 |
American Casual, Brewpub | • Nachos El Grande • Onion Rings • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Triple Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
The Nachos El Grande were fairly average, though it was a nice touch to have the salsa baked in as one of the nacho ingredients instead of just a side for dipping. Onion Rings, Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza, Triple Chocolate Cake, and Chocolate Mousse Cake were all very average. No standouts here. | |
| Brant Rock Hop 269 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA 02050 (781) 536-8064 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Banana Bread Crunchy French Toast | An interesting take, but it didn't really pop for me as far as giving me anything "banana bread". | |
| Brassica Kitchen + Cafe 3710 Washington St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 477-4519 |
American, Breakfast & Eclectic | • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Brioche (B) • Fried Chicken • BK Fried Rice • Mushroom Lo Mein |
√ BK Fried Rice | BK Fried Rice was the unexected star here. I'm not sure of what all is in this dish but it really works well. It's not quite like you might envision your typical chinese fried rice, but honestly, it will happily satisfy any rice craving that you may have. Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Brioche was small but satisfying. It's a bit of a messy sandwich to eat since the egg is a tad runny but it's manageable. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Fried Chicken was ok, but admittedly it's not in my primary wheelhouse. I suppose if you're into boneless fried chicken, it's worth giving it a try... Mushroom Lo Mein was nothing special. |
| Bravo Bravo 20 East Main St. Mystic, CT 06355 (860) 536-3228 |
Italian | • Steak and Mushroom Bruschetta • Baked Mozzarella • Chocolate Martini |
√ Steak and Mushroom Bruschetta | OMG! The Steak and Mushroom Bruschetta was absolutely amazing! The steak was perfectly cooked and flavorful, the mushrooms were perfectly seasoned, and the bread was perfectly soft while maintaining it's flavor amongst the other ingredients. I cannot recommend this dish enough. The Baked Mozzarella was ok but average, and the Chocolate Martini gets honorable mention for be perfectly made and tasty. |
| Bravo By The Sea 40 Beach St. Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944 (978) 704-9388 |
Pizza | • Corn & Bacon Pizza | The Corn & Bacon Pizza pizza was a nice take, and had a very nice thin crust, that had a good amount of crunch without going overboard, but still didn't truly wow in the flavor department. Not bad but not great. | |
| Bread Shop, The 411 Main St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 246-1246 |
Bakery | • Grilled Cheese • BLT • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese • Asiago Cheese & Black Pepper Sourdough • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Croissant • Blueberry Muffin |
√ Chocolate Chip Cookie √ Chocolate Croissant |
Chocolate Croissant just makes the cut here. Very good portion ratios between the chocolate and the bread, and frankly it just all fit together in a happy way. Chocolate Chip Cookie similarly just makes the cut as well. The funny thing is, it's more like a sugar cookie with chocolate chips in it rather than what you may think of as a standard CCC, but frankly it works really well and I recommend trying it! Asiago Cheese & Black Pepper Sourdough was pretty good. The flavors were somewhat subtle but they were there. I feel like this bread would be good if you cut in half across the loaf and made garlic bread out of it. Bacon, Egg, & Cheese was not that good as the ratios were off on the bread, egg, and bacon. Blueberry Muffin was not very good. Grilled Cheese was way overly bready. BLT was comparitively far better, but was somewhat skimpy on the bacon. |
| Bred 730 Main St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (857) 285-6166 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American Casual & Take-out | • Bred Burger • Parm Truffle Fries • Uncle Bernie Burger • Onion Rings • Mac & Cheese |
Bred Burger was on the better side of average. Parm Truffle Fries were truffly, but that may have been more to do with the accompanying truffle ketchup. | |
| Brelundi Cafe 185 Crescent St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 788-8807 — Various Locations |
Italian, Bakery & Take-out | • Iris • Ham & Cheese Arancini • Mushroom Arancini • Traditional Arancini |
All 3 Arancini's were on the better side of average, but I wish they were made smaller and crispier. Iris is unusual but I can't say it was a super standout flavorwise. | |
| Brew Fish 210 Spring St. Marion, MA 02738 (508) 748-2986 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Brewpub | • Blueberry BBQ Boneless Chicken Tenders • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Short Rib Grilled Cheese • Mac & Cheese (side) • Boston Cream Cake • Brewlicious Chocolate Cake |
Blueberry BBQ Boneless Chicken Tenders were good but the blueberry flavor was a little subtle. Still, an interesting take on tenders. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza gets honorable mention. Nice crust, flavorful combination of ingredients. If I'd ordered this from a pizza place I wouldn't have been disappointed. Short Rib Grilled Cheese was nicely packed with short rib, but I can't say the flavor was anything special. Not bad, just nothing amazing. Mac & Cheese was very average. Both desserts were fairly similar, and I'd put them both on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Brewer's Fork 7 Moulton St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 337-5703 |
Pizza, Tapas & American | • Killer B Pizza • Mushroom Man Pizza |
I did half and half and I would give honorable mention to the Killer B side. Super thin crust, and just a flavorful combination of toppings. I wanted the crust itself to be a little more flavorful but I don't think you'll be too disappointed if you get this. Suggest skipping the mushroom and just getting the whole things as Killer B. | |
| Brgr Bar 34 Portwalk Pl. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 294-0902 |
Burgers & Comfort Food | • Poutine • Ricotta Sweet Potato Tots • Custom Burger • Root Beer Float Adult Milkshake |
Poutine gets honorable mention here. A nice variety of flavors that play very nicely together. It's kind of like nacho fries, and done quite well, though the short rib could've been a bit more flavorful. Ricotta Sweet Potato Tots were kind of something in between, not really tasting like ricotta or really being a standard tater tot. Nice, but nothing outstanding. Burger was solid but not outstanding. Root Beer Float Adult Milkshake was fine, but more interesting on paper. | |
| Bricco 241 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 248-6800 |
Italian | • Pumpkin Tortelli • Gnocchetti Sorrentina • Signature Bread Pudding • Tiramisu |
√ Signature Bread Pudding | The Signature Bread Pudding was a bit of a thinker for me here, but ultimately, even though the flavor was subtle, it was very well balanced and not overly heavy as some bread puddings can be. It also had a very fresh taste, which is probably due to this placing having it's own bread bakery. I'd say the Signature label on this item is actually well deserved in this case! Pumpkin Tortelli, Gnocchetti Sorrentina were very fresh, but somewhat average tasting. You won't be disappointed but it's just no great standout. Tiramisu was very average. |
| Bricco Panetteria 11 Board Aly. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 248-9859 |
Bakeries | • Proscuitto & Parmesan Ciabatta | √ Proscuitto & Parmesan Ciabatta | This was everything that you might want in a loaf of bread. Fresh, crusty, flavorful, and how can you go wrong with proscuitto and parmesan cheese already baked into your bread?? Definitely grab a loaf next time you happen by the north end. |
| Brick & Beam 705 Adams St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 481-5434 |
Bars, Breakfast & Brunch | • Mexican Street Corn • Baked Pretzel Sticks • Steak Mac & Cheese • Burger |
Mexican Street Corn was fairly good, and had the nice added bonus of being of a stick, so made it slightly easier to eat. Better side of average. Baked Pretzel Sticks and the Burger were good but average. For the Steak Mac & Cheese, to describe them separately, the steak tips were reasonably good insofar as not being chewy at all, but didn't really have much of a standout flavor. Mac & Cheese was actually quite decent, and one of the better versions that I've had, but I still can't say it was super amazing. Taken together, it was a good enough dish to scratch the mac & cheese/steak tips itch, but no great wow factor. | |
| Brick Alley Pub 140 Thames St. Newport, RI 02840 (401) 849-6334 |
Pub, American Casual | • Oreo Express Cocktail • Garlic Brocoli (side) • Asian Chicken Wrap • Machaca Beef Nachos • Breaded Mozzarella Wedges • Gourmet Mac & Cheese with Chourico |
The Asian Chicken Wrap gets honorable mention here. It was very fresh and flavorful, and the flavor combination worked very well together. I didn't give it the full nod because it worked well for what it was, but was not a true standout. The Oreo Express Cocktail wasn't that good, even for an Oreo centered drink. The Garlic Brocoli was basically big brocoli with a small hint of garlic, and the Breaded Mozzarella Wedges were basically triangular mozzarella sticks. Both nothing special. The Machaca Beef Nachos were fairly cheesy, but looked better on paper than in reality, and the Gourmet Mac & Cheese with Chourico was ok, but also nothing special. | |
| Brickhouse Cafe 107 Bridge St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 326-1980 |
Italian, Comfort Food | • Arancini with Marinara • Steak Tips • Margherita Pizza • Bailey's Creme Brulee |
√ Margherita Pizza | The Margherita Pizza was just a very solid pizza. Frankly, I think it was the freshness of the sauce that really led me to give it the full nod. It may not be the best ever, but I don't think you'll be at all disappointed. The Arancini with Marinara was on the better side of average. Crispy and tasty, but lacked any yummy flavor. The Steak Tips were very average. The Bailey's Creme Brulee had an interesting flavor, but frankly the Bailey's was too overpowering. |
| BrickYard, The 371 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 935-6699 |
Pizza, Burgers | • Beef Teriyaki Sticks • Brickyard Stuffed Burger with Sweet Potato Fries • Pizza • Tiramisu |
Beef Teriyaki Sticks were on the worse side of average. The Pizza was very average. The Tiramisu was just slightly on the better side of average. The Brickyard Stuffed Burger is a solid burger, and you wouldn't be disappointed if you tried it, but honestly no great wow factor. Honorable mention for the Sweet Potato Fries. They had a tasty little coating that I couldn't quite identify, but it added a crunchy piece of happy to them. | |
| Bridge Cafe, The 1117 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 647-9991 |
Breakfast, Coffee & Tea | • Coffee • Iced Coffee • Blueberry Muffin |
The Blueberry Muffin was on the better side of average, but no great wow factor. Both coffees were average. | |
| Bronwyn 255 Washington St. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 776-9900 |
German & European | • Curry Pickled Eggs • Riesling Sauerkraut • Bronwyn Bretzel • Urnebes • Brondog • Spatzle • German Chocolate Cake |
Curry Pickled Eggs were fin but not outstanding. Riesling Sauerkraut pretty much tasted like sauerkraut. Bronwyn Bretzel was on the far better side of average as far as pretzels go, but could've used a bit more salt. Urnebes was nothing special. Brondog was an interesting combination, but it didn't really stand out for me flavorwise. Spatzle was fine. German Chocolate Cake was fine. | |
| Brooksy's Brick Oven & Bar 90 Main St. Andover, MA 01810 (978) 783-3654 |
Pizza, Desserts, Salad | • Short Rib Melt • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Short Rib Melt was very good. I really liked that there seemed to be virtually no fat in the meat. There wasn't any special wow factor, but if you're craving such a sandwich, this will scratch your itch nicely. The Pizza here is a nice thin crust which plays well with the ingredients, and I'd give this one honorable mention. Definitely worth a stop in! | |
| Brother's Sports Bar & Grille 553 Main St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 307-2100 |
Sports Bars, Chicken Wings, American | • Birria Quesadilla • Sweet Greens Salad w/Steak Tips • Steak Bomb w/Onion Rings • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Sweet Greens Salad was good but nothing too amazing. Accompanying Steak Tips were similarly good but nothing outstanding. Steak Bomb was on the far better side of average. A decent sandwich which didn't have a specific wow factor was overall enjoyable. Accompying Onion Rings were crispy but average flavorwise. Birria Quesadilla wasn't bad but nothing too memorable. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza similarly wasn't bad. I'd put it on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Brown Jug, The 1014 Revere Beach Pkwy. Chelsea, MA 02150 (617) 884-9579 |
Pizza | • Combo Platter • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Steak Calzone |
√ Steak Calzone | I have to admit I was a bit surprised. The Steak Calzone was a nice combination of flavors. Frankly if this were a steak & cheese sub, I'm not sure it would have been as good, but with a thin calzone shell that lets the steak flavor come out, with a nice coating of sesame seeds covering the top, somehow it just works well together! All parts of the Combo Platter were very average. The Pizza was definitely on the better side of average. A nice thin crust, but it really had no standout flavor. |
| Brown Sugar Cafe 1033 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 787-4242 |
Thai, Asian | • Combo Appetizer Platter • Nua Yang Num-Tok • Brown Sugar Banana Dumpling • Ta-go |
Admittedly (and is obvious if you've been following my listings), this is not my typcial type of fare. That being said, I can't say there was really anything here that stood out for me. The Combo Appetizer Platter was just ok, the Nua Yang Num-Tok had a very unusual flavor and aroma, and probably would've been very good if the meat hadn't been so chewy. The Brown Sugar Banana Dumpling was your average fried banana with sesame seeds and honey, and the Ta-go had an interesting flavor given that it was made with corn (whole kernals like off the cob), but in and of itself did not really leave a memorable impression. | |
| Brownstone 111 Dartmouth St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 867-4142 |
American Casual, Fusion | • Loaded House Made Potato Chips • Garlic Cheese Fries • Rustic Mac & Cheese • Cheeseburger Flatbread |
The Loaded House Made Potato Chips get honorable mention. They were very tasty with all the toppings, but I couldn't give them the nod because they just weren't crunchy enough, and they could've been better spiced. The Garlic Cheese Fries and Rustic Mac & Cheese were average. The Cheeseburger Flatbread was ok, but would've been better with a thinner bread crust. | |
| Bruegger's Bagels 158-K Great Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 778-2927 — Various Locations |
Bagels, Chain | • Brownie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel • 4 Cheese Brocolli Soup • Fire Roasted Tomato Soup • Supreme Club Sandwich • Coffee • Iced Cofffee • Mocha Bruegachino |
√ Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel | The Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel was the surprising standout here. It was very soft and flavorful, almost addictingly so. I'm not sure what it was about it specifically, but so far one of the best bagels that I've had! The Supreme Club sandwich was nothing exciting (no great surprise). Both the Chocolate Chip Cookie and the Brownie were pretty awful. The coffee (both hot & iced) was coffee. The 4 Cheese Brocolli Soup was ok but not great. The Fire Roasted Tomato Soup was unfortunate. The Mocha Bruegachino started out fairly strong, but couldn't hold it's flavor after about 20 minutes. |
| Bub's BBQ 676 Amherst Rd. Sunderland, MA 01375 (413) 548-9630 |
Bbq, Sandwiches | • BBQ Beef Brisket with Unlimited Sides • Deep Fried Twinkie |
The BBQ Beef Brisket was not very good. The sides I tried included: Cole Slaw, Potato Salad, Corn, Peas, Baked Beans, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, French Fries, and Dirty Rice. Of these, the French Fries were on the better side of average, the rest were average. The Deep Fried Twinkie was also not that good. | |
| Bubbling Brook 1652 High St. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 762-9860 |
Ice Cream | • Heavenly Hash Ice Cream • Soft Serve |
√ Heavenly Hash Ice Cream | Heavenly Hash Ice Cream was one of the creamier ice creams that I've had which makes this place worth the journey. With nice bursts of chocolate and other flavors, I'm excited to try out some of their other offerings! Soft Serve however was sadly average, so stick with the hard stuff. |
| Bucciarelli's 147 Bridge Rd. Salisbury, MA 01952 (978) 518-3131 |
Delis, Butcher, Sandwiches | • Steak Tips • Italian Grilled Cheese • Reuben |
√ Steak Tips | The Steak Tips were pretty darn good here. At the time of this review, this place wasn't selling these as a sub, so I had to buy some and grill them myself. Frankly, I was not disappointed and I don't think you will be either. Hopefully they'll get back to selling these cooked, but recommend trying these out either way. Both the Italian Grilled Cheese and the Reuben were on the slightly better side of average. |
| Buckley's Great Steaks 438 Daniel Webster Hwy. Merrimack, NH 03054 (603) 424-0995 |
Steak | • French Onion Soup • Orange Sesame Tips • Onion Rings (side) • Roasted Tomato & Parmesean Risotto (side) • Sauteed Mushrooms (side) • Chocolate Mousse |
√ Orange Sesame Tips √ Onion Rings √ Roasted Tomato & Parmesean Risotto |
Buckley's is one of those restaurants where pretty much everything that you have is just amazing, all the way from breadbasket to dessert. That being said, a few of these items sang to me just a bit more than the others. The Orange Sesame Tips were basically just steak tips taken to the next level. Perfectly tender, amazing marinate, wish the platter was bigger type of experience. The Onion Rings were some of the crispiest I've had to date. They weren't overly large which was good, but I really wanted them flavored a bit better, and have a better dipping sauce. Still, given their perfect crispiness, I felt they still deserved the full nod. The Roasted Tomato & Parmesean Risotto also sang a fine tune. Perfectly cheesy risotto with some nice hits of tomato-y goodness. French Onion Soup, Sauteed Mushrooms, and the Chocolate Mousse were all also really good (just to say it again), but didn't sing quite as loud as the other dishes. This place is definitely worth the journey. |
| Buff's Pub 317 Washington St. Newton, MA 02458 (617) 332-9134 |
American (Traditional), Pubs | • Chili Cheese Fries • Chili Nachos (½ order) • Onion Rings • Honey BBQ Boneless Tenders |
Chili Cheese Fries was a large portion but average flavorwise. Honey BBQ Boneless Tenders were on the better side of average, with a tasty sauce marinade. Onion Rings had a really nice crunch but weren't much in the flavor department. The Chili Nachos were on the far better side of average, but the ratios of ingredients still could've been better. | |
| Buffalo Wild Wings 180 Main St. Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 941-2999 — Various Locations |
Chain, Wings | • Sampler • Soft Pretzels • Mini Corn Dogs • Southwestern Bites • Boneless Teriyaki Wings • Boneless Honey BBQ Wings • Hot Dog Slammers |
√ Boneless Teriyaki Wings | The Boneless Teriyaki Wings (which I got as part of the sampler) had a nice crispy texture, good sauciness, and a solid overall flavor. Also, given the variety of sauces, you're sure to find something that sings to you. Though I will say that I felt the Boneless Honey BBQ Wings were not nearly as good as the Teriyaki ones. All the rest of the items were pretty much standard fare. |
| Bukowski Tavern 50 Dalton St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 437-9999 |
Pub, Burgers | • Barbeque Bacon Burger • Mac & Cheese • Sweet Potato Fries |
The Barbeque Bacon Burger gets honorable mention here. It was a very solid tasty burger, which could really only have been improved by a fresher bun. The Sweet Potato Fries were good but average. Mac & Cheese was tasty, but also very average. | |
| Bull Run Restaurant 215 Great Rd. Shirley, MA 01464 (978) 425-4311 |
American, Pub & Tavern | • Bull Run Prime Rib Mini's • French Onion Soup • Hazelnut Chocolate Parfait • Mushroom Bisque • Turkey Dinner • Bacon Mac & Cheese (side) • Boston Cream Pie • Smoked Bacon & Cheddar Tots • Cheese Dip (side) • Smoked Cheddar Burger |
Bull Run Prime Rib Mini's were ok, but was slightly overbready (meaning insufficient filling). Meat itself was pretty good though. French Onion Soup was on the better side of average. Hazelnut Chocolate Parfait was fine. Mushroom Bisque was on the better side of average. Nice and mushroomy but I wanted it a touch thicker. Turkey Dinner was certainly hearty, and filling, but I can't say it had any great wow factor. That said, if you're craving a little Thanksgiving, you won't be disappointed with this. Bacon Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. Boston Cream Pie was fine. Smoked Bacon & Cheddar Tots were an interesting take, with 4 longer "tots" sitting in a shallow pool of cheese. I'd put it on the better side of average tastewise. Cheese Dip was nothing special in any way so so just skip it. Smoked Cheddar Burger gets honorable mention for being a very solid and meaty burger. It didn't have any great wow factor, but it will very nicely satisfy your burger craving. | |
| Bullfinchs 730 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 443-4094 |
Eclectic, Brunch | • Asian Vegetable Dumplings • French Onion Soup • Autumn Ravioli • Japanese Sticky Rice • Dessert Sampler |
√ Atmosphere √ Japanese Sticky Rice √ Chocolate Mousse |
One thing I'd like to say first and foremost is that Bullfinch's is the type of restaurant that you just always want to go to. Not only is it fairly inexpensive, but the service is wonderful, at least it was with the waitress I had. Very attentive, friendly, and brought me samples of things to try just because I said they sounded interesting or tasty. Cozy, inviting, just the kind of place where you want to sit and stay awhile. So now the food. It was pretty good..I wouldn't go as far as saying it was amazing (but not bad in any way at all). The Asian Vegetable Dumplings were tasty pickings, with 3 different sauces laid out on deep spoons, which was a cute and semi-original effect. French Onion Soup was on the better side of average. The Autumn Ravioli was very good for what it was, but didn't really seem to have any special standout flavor. The Japanese Sticky Rice took some thought, but it met one of my primary factors for being worth the journey, which is that I didn't want to stop eating it. Not sure what exactly it was about it, but the flavor combinations just worked very well together. Perfect combination of spicy and sweet, and definitely filling. As for the Dessert Sampler, I have to note that I did not get the limoncello cheesecake that normally comes with this dish. As it happens one of the special desserts they were serving that night was a Godiva chocolate cheesecake, and in chatting with my waitress earlier I had mentioned what a choco-holic I am, so she offered (and brought) me the chocolate cheesecake in place of the limoncello. The cheesecake itself was good, but the gesture made it even better. The apple crisp and the creme brulee were also fine. Now let's talk about that chocolate mousse. Dense, yet somehow still light and fluffy with fresh whipped cream on top. I'd definitely recommend this as the dessert to get out of the options, and not just if you're a choco-holic. |
| Bunratty Tavern 620 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 779-8245 |
Irish, Breakfast & Brunch, Irish Pub | • French Onion Soup • Steak & Cheese Pub Rolls • Bunratty Spring Rolls • Salad w/Steak Tips • Bunratty Irish Sampler • Bread Pudding |
French Onion Soup gets honorable mention. Very hearty and balanced, this was an enjoyable dish. Bunratty Spring Rolls should more appropriately be called Eggrolls, but they were still reasonably good if a little bready. Salad was fine, and the Steak Tips were a bit of a mixed bag. The thicker ones were way too chewy, but the marinade was amazing, so kind of a hard call... Bread Pudding was heavy and skippable. | |
| Buoy Shack 1 Badgers Island W. Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 703-2374 |
Seafood | • New England Street Corn | Well, it was an interesting take compared to the more common mexican version you normally see, but I can't really say it stood out in any significantly different way. Slightly better side of average. | |
| Burger King 52 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-9611 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | Majority sampling of items I've had: • Whopper • Cheeseburger • Loaded Steakhouse Burger • TenderCrisp Chicken Sandwich • Italian Chicken Sandwich • Chicken Tenders • French Fries • Onion Rings • Hershey's Sundae Pie • Cheesy Tots • BK Joe Coffee • BK Mocha Iced-Joe Coffee |
√ BK Mocha Iced-Joe Coffee √ Cheesy Tots |
*NOTE THIS REVIEW SHOULD BE TAKEN IN THE CONTEXT OF FAST-FOOD* Surprisingly, the Iced-Joe coffee is actually worth the journey. Not to scratch the itch for an iced coffee mind you, but more just in the realm of a sweet, tasty, and refreshing beverage. -- The Cheesy tots also, are surprisingly addicting. Something about the combination of greasy goodness, and finger popability, make these little tots worth the stop-in. Otherwise, most of the menu comes to be what one might expect, dependable but average. Special mention for the Loaded Steakhouse..an average burger, but a topping combination that makes it worthwhile to try at least once. Honorable mentions also for the Italain Chicken sandwich, and the Hershey's Sundae Pie. |
| BurgerFi 380 W. Main St. Avon, CT 06001 (860) 269-5086 |
Burgers & Fast Food | • Bacon Cheeseburger • Brisket Burger • Chili Cheese Fry & Cry • Oh My Chocolate Concrete • Alternative Style Fries |
The Bacon Cheeseburger was in a similar realm to Shake Shack, but the latter was a bit better. Still in the "upper-fast-food-realm", I'd give it honorable mention. The Chili Cheese Fry & Cry, which is chili cheese fries, stacked with a few VERY ovesized onion rings, I'd have to put on the slightly worse side of average. The rings were greasy and not particularly flavorful. And while the fries retained the skin which was nice, the flavor was pretty average, and the chili was unimpressive. The Oh My Chocolate Concrete was good but nothing special flavorwise. Brisket Burger was nothing special, and the blue cheese within pretty dominated flavorwise. Alternative Style Fries is basically cheese and onions grilled and dumped on top. I feel like it's trying to copy the similar In-N-Out menu item, but does not succeed... | |
| Burgundian 55 Park St. Attleboro, MA 02703 (774) 331-2754 |
Food Trucks, Coffee & Tea, Brasseries | • Bacon Di Belgio Waffle • Oh La La Chocolate Waffle • Arancini • Pretzel • European House Burger |
Arancini was fine but not amazing. There were 6 balls about mid-level size. There was a slight hint of pesto. I didn't hate them but I didn't love them. Pretzel was huge. Beer cheese and mustard that came with it were good, but the pretzel itself was not very flavorful. European House Burger was decent but not overly memorable. The Bacon Di Belgio Waffle had a generous amount of bacon, but I can't say the flavors popped for me. Maybe if there was a little syrup added to combat the savory, but there wasn't really any room to add that. The Oh La La Chocolate Waffle was better, and you could taste the sugar crystals in the waffle, but it still similarly felt a bit dry. Maybe that's just the nature of a Liege Waffle, but it just didn't didn't quite sing to me. | |
| Burro Bar 1665 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 277-0427 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Chorizo + Roasted Apple Queso Fundido • Mexican Street Corn Esquites • Brisket Taco • Short Rib Taco • Carne Asada Taco |
√ Carne Asada Taco | Mexican Street Corn Esquites was fine but nothing special. Same with the Chorizo + Roasted Apple Queso Fundido. Same with the Short Rib Taco. Brisket Taco on the other hand was on the far better side of average. And lastly the Carne Asada Taco just gets the full nod. A nice and flavorful combination of ingredients that was thoroughly enjoyable. You won't be disappointed with this one. |
| Burtons Grill 43 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 221-2281 — Various Locations |
Steak, Burgers | • Grilled Stuffed Zucchini • Philly Spring Rolls • Burtons Burger |
√ Philly Spring Rolls | The Philly Spring Rolls get the nod here. Flavorful steak which is not at all gristly, gooey cheese, and a nice thin flaky spring roll cover. The flavors all work very well together. The only thing I can think to make this better is some type of flavorful sauce, but honestly, it's not even necessary. The Burtons Burger get's honorable mention. No major wow factor, but it's a very solid burger that I think you would in no way be disappointed with. The Grilled Stuffed Zucchini was on the better side of average. |
| Bushel 'n Peck 8 Worcester St. Grafton, MA 01519 (508) 839-3005 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Take-out & American Casual | • Jenerator | Jenerator was fine, but really nothing special. | |
| Butch's Uptown 63 Locke St. Haverhill, MA 01830 (978) 891-5178 |
American Casual & Pub | • Pretzel Crusted Chicken Fingers • Chicken Parm • Steak Tips • Bread Pudding |
Pretzel Crusted Chicken Fingers were an interesting taje, but the pretzel flavor was a bit muted. Still, enjoyable for an appetizer. Steak Tips had a very tasty marinade but were a little chewy. Better side of average overall. Chicken Parm was a very large and hearty dish, but mostly average flavorwise. Bread Pudding was on the better side of average. Lots of fun dessert drinks at this place. | |
| Butter Ur Biscuit 131 Rantoul St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 972-5299 |
Breakfast, Lunch | • Beef Empanada • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit • Grilled Chicken & Rice Bowl |
√ Grilled Chicken | The Grilled Chicken in the Grilled Chicken & Rice Bowl gets the full nod here. The reason it's only the chicken and not the whole dish is not because there was anything wrong with the dish as a whole, but because the chicken was so good, if you can get it either by itself, or in some dish where there is more chicken than rice, do that! It's marinated with pineapple juice and falls apart on your fork, meaning it's so tender and flavorful I can't emphasize enough that it needs to be tried! Beef Empanada was also on the far better side of average, but sadly it was crying out for a sauce (it doesn't come with any). Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit was fine. I admit I'm not a big biscuit guy generally speaking, but as long as it doesn't feel like a brick sitting in my stomach, then I guess it's ok. This fits that bill but I can't say too much beyond that (except that it was a pretty good size sandwich). |
| Butterbird 112 Bond Sq. Watertown, MA 02472 (857) 304-4700 |
Salad, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches | • Super Fly Chicken Sandwich • Chicken Tendies • Buttermilk Biscuit • House Made Tater Tots • House Made BBQ Kettle Chips |
The Super Fly Chicken Sandwich was a tasty and meaty sandwich. Reasonably well put together and I'd put it on the far better side of average. Chicken Tendies were similarly good if you just want straight up chicken, and similarly were on the far better side of average. Buttermilk Biscuit was really tasty. I'm not a big biscuit person, but I have to give this honorable mention. Worth a stop in for this if you're nearby. House Made Tater Tots were decent but had no realy standout flavor. House Made BBQ Kettle Chips were just ok. | |
| Buttermilk & Bourbon 160 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 266-1122 — Various Locations |
Southern | • Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits • Beignets • Boneless Chicken |
√ Beignets | The Beignets were the surprising standout for me here. Soft and flaky, and I'd honestly put them as better than the "famous" ones in New Orleans. A dessert very muh worth tasting, and you frankly don't even need the chocolate dipping sauce that you can order with it for $1. Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits were nice flavorwise, but a little heavy (I've had far worse as biscuits go though!). Boneless Chicken, while not a normal item in my wheelhouse, didn't really sing to me that much flavorwise. |
| Byblos 678 Washington St. Norwood, MA 02108 (781) 762-8998 |
Middle Eastern | • Byblos Sampler • Beef Kabobs • Ma'Mul • Ashtalia |
This is admittedly not my standard fare foodwise. That being said, the Byblos Sampler was pretty good overall. The Meat Pies were probably the best of the bunch, but nothing really jumped out at me too much overall. The Beef Kabobs were basically steak tips, and also not particularly interesting. The Ma'Mul were basically just plain cookies with various fillings. Very Average. And the Ashtalia was an interesting take on rice pudding, but still no wow-factor. | |
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| C & L Frosty 27 B N. Main St. Sherborn, MA 01770 (508) 655-7570 |
Ice Cream, Burgers & French Fries | • Cheeseburger | Better side of average, but still average. | |
| C.F. McCarthy's 614 Washington St. Canton, MA 02021 (781) 562-1082 |
American (New), American (Traditional), Irish Pub | • Short Rib Tacos • Short Rib Grilled Cheese • Rico Wrap • Chocolate Mousse Trilogy |
I would give the Short Rib Grilled Cheese honorable mention. More of a short rib sandwich than a grilled cheese, it was quite enjoyable, especially with the included au jus dipping sauce. A very hardy and filling dish! Short Rib Tacos were fine but a little lite on the short rib. Chocolate Mousse Trilogy, which was essentially just a piece of round chocolate cake with 3 different chocolates, was fairly average tastewise. Rico Wrap was fine but didn't really speak to me as anything outstanding. | |
| CabbyShack 30 Town Wharf Rd. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 746-5354 |
Seafood, Fried Clams | • Onion Rings • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Onion Rings were reasonably crispy, but fairly bland and flavorless. The Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was fairly solid, and gets honorable mention. A nice little bar pie, with all the flavors working happily together. | |
| Cabot's 743 Washington St. Newton, MA 02460 (617) 964-9200 |
Ice Cream, American Casual | • Wow Burger • Chili Cheese Fries • Cabot's Root Beer • Chocolate Homicide Ice Cream Sundae |
The Wow Burger was good but average, same for the fries, same for the root beer. The Chocolate Homicide Ice Cream Sundae was also good, but nothing outstanding. | |
| Cafe Assisi 667 South St. Wrentham, MA 02093 (508) 384-9400 |
Italian, Bistro | • Sweet Potato Pizza • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Tiramisu • Heath Bar Cake |
Honorable mention for the Sweet Potato Pizza. An original idea which tasted good, but no wow factor to it. Butternut Squash Ravioli was on the far better side of average, but still within the average range. Tiramisu and Heath Bar Cake were not that good. | |
| Cafe Bistro at Nordstrom 210 Andover St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 278-7400 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Soup | • French Onion Soup • White Chocolate Bread Pudding |
The French Onion Soup was not particularly good, though not horrible. The White Chocolate Bread Pudding was average. | |
| Cafe Choklad 2 Thomas St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 383-4764 |
Cafe, Chocolate & Candy | • Triple Chocolate Brownie • Hot Chocolate |
√ Triple Chocolate Brownie | The Triple Chocolate Brownie was probably one of the best brownies that I've had (at least in the top 5 I think). Soft, chocolatey, with a great combination of chocolate layers and flavors. Definitely worth a stop. The Hot Chocolate was good but average. |
| Cafe Escadrille 26 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 273-1916 |
American Fine Dining | • French Onion Soup • Steak Fries • Boston Creme Pie • Butternut Amaretto Ravioli • Banana's Foster • Dessert Wine — Reisling Ice Wine, Bonny Doon, CA |
French Onion Soup was ok, though I've had better. Steak Fries, Butternut Amaretto Ravioli and Dessert Wine were average. Boston Creme Pie was not that good. The Banana's Foster was made tableside, and it was interesting to watch the preperation, but the taste was really nothing special. | |
| Cafe Mami 1815 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 547-9130 |
Asian, Burgers | • Gyu Don • Teriyaki Hamburg Set • Wafu Hamburg Set • Cutlet Set • Green Tea Milkshake |
√ Teriyaki Hamburg Set | Really all of the samplings were pretty damn good in this liitle hole in the wall. The Teriyaki Hamburg Set was like eating a bunless burger with a teriyaki "glaze" on it. Amazing flavor and amazing texture. A nice neat little package with a salad & miso soup included. The Wafu Hamburg Set was similarly good, but simply not as good as the former. The Cutlet Set was basically like eating chicken fingers (the good type), in an amazing sauce. Tasty, but a little greasy. The Gyu Don was fine, but nothing special. The Green Tea Milkshake gets honorable mention, but mostly just for it's unusual flavor. |
| Cafe Mimo 1528 Acushnet Ave. New Bedford, MA 02746 (508) 996-9443 |
Portuguese, Cafes, Mediterranean | • Chicken Mozambique • Rice Pudding |
Chicken Mozambique was good but not overly exciting. Rice Pudding, which was served warm, was also just ok. | |
| Cafe Porto Bello 672 E. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 269-7680 |
Pizza, Italian | • Mozzarelle Fritti • Pizza • Tortellini Alfredo • Chicken Parm • Raspberry Tiramisu |
Mozzarelle Fritti was a single square and tasted ok. Better side of average. Tortellini Alfredo was average, and I wanted the cheese sauce to be creamier. Chicken Parm was thin but didn't really have a ton of standout flavor. Slightly better side of average. Raspberry Tiramisu was similarly ok, but I think would've been far better without the raspberry. Pizza was fine but average. I think you get the jist. | |
| Cafe Sauvage 25 Massachusetts Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (857) 277-0075 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea | • French Onion Soup • Sauvage Burger • Nutella Crepe • Nutella Latte • Bissap |
French Onion Soup was on the worse side of average. Sauvage Burger was very meaty but really nothing too special. Nutella Crepe was pretty much exactly that. Not overly memorable. If anything both of the beverages were probably the best part of the meal. The Nutella Latte was a fun take on your typical latte, and the Bissap was like a tastier take on cranberry juice. Both worth trying if you happy to find yourself at this place. | |
| Caffe Paradiso 255 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-1768 |
Cafe, Dessert | • Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato | √ Gelato | So first let me disclaim that I'm not a big Gelato guy, and therefore do not have a lot to make comparisons against. That being said, it was a very tasty dish of the stuff, almost to the point where I could hardly distinguish it from ice cream. And, it certainly had that "Don't want to stop eating it" quality, which was primarily what made me give it the full nod. |
| Caffe Tosca 15 North St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 740-9400 |
Italian | • Spring Onion Soup • Corn Soup • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Mushroom Risotto • Wild Mushroom Pizza • Truffle & Parmigiano Fries (side) • Malted Milk Ball Parfait • Rum Cake • Tiramisu |
Spring Onion Soup, Wild Mushroom Pizza, Mushroom Risotto, Tiramisu, and Truffle & Parmigiano Fries were all good but average. Malted Milk Ball Parfait was pretty good, but struck me as better on paper than execution. The Corn Soup could've been a little creamier, but gets honorable mention just for being so damn tasty. Butternut Squash Ravioli was on the worse side of average. Rum Cake was average. | |
| Caffe Vittoria 296 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-7606 |
Coffee & Tea | • Cappuccino • Jimmy Bon Bon • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Sfogliatella |
The Cappuccino was good, but in honesty I have little to compare it to since I drink it so infrequently. The Jimmy Bon Bon, Tiramisu, Chocolate Mousse Cake, and Sfogliatella were all average. | |
| Cagney's 214 Washington St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 847-3940 |
Pub, Tavern & American Casual | • Homemade Potato Chips w/Onion Dip • Eggroll Sampler • Garlic Parm & Asian Chili & Lime Chicken Tenders • Steak Tips • Big Mack Pizza |
Homemade Potato Chips w/Onion Dip were very average. Eggroll Sampler all had fairly similar tastes, as sometimes the eggroll can overwhelm and other internal flavors. This is not to say they were bad but just really a standout. If I had to pick one that worked the best I'd probably pick the mashed potato one. Tenders were the surprisng standout here. Not quite worth the journey but definitely honorable mention. It's nice that you can essentially split the order and get half of one flavor and half of another so you can sample a couple of them. I enjoyed both fairly evenly but I honestly wish they had more flavor options, especially some that don't necessarily bring extra heat. Steak Tips were decent, in that they had a nice marinade and had absolutely no chewy bits. I'd put these on the far better side of average. Big Mack Pizza was good but I can't give it much beyond the slightly better side of average. Also of note for me was excellent service and tasty drinks! Worth a visit if you're in the neighborhood. | |
| Cakes By Erin 58 Kenoza Ave. Haverhill, MA 01830 (978) 469-9136 |
Bakery | • Oreo Cupcake • Chocolate Cupcake • Fudge Brownie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Death Roll • Fruit Punch Cupcake • Triple Chocolate Cupcake • Hostess Cupcake • Beeramisu |
The Oreo Cupcake, Fruit Punch Cupcake, Hostess Cupcake, and Chocolate Death Roll were all average. Chocolate Cupcake and Triple Chocolate Cupcake were on the better side of average. Beeramisu was unusual, but nothing special. Fudge Brownie was not that good. Chocolate Chip Cookie was very average. | |
| Cakes For Occasions 57 Maple St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 774-4545 |
Bakery | • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Death by Chocolate Cupcake • Chocolate Mousse Pastry |
Nothing particularly memorable here. The cookie was very dry and unappealing, and the cupcake was "ok", but would not be a cause for any return trips. Now granted, they may specialize in cakes more than pastries, but I can't imagine the cakes would be too much better given the general lack of flavor, but again, I did not sample any cakes specifically. | |
| Cal's Brick Oven Pizza 122 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 872-1100 |
Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Sub • Arancini |
Pepperoni Pizza was on the far better side of average. I was a big fan of the thin crust, but I just can't say that the actual flavor had the wow factor. Very enjoyable, but nothing unbelievable. Arancini was one of the largest iterations that I've seen. Was literally about softball sized. That said, the flavor was just ok. Seemed like it was more of a novelty. Steak & Cheese Sub was honestly not especially good. Slightly worse side of average. | |
| Cal's Creamery 122 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 872-1873 |
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts | • Chocolate • Banana Chocolate Chip • Crazy Cow • White Pistachio |
√ Chocolate | Honestly, I'm using chocolate somewhat arbitrarily, as really all of the flavors JUST get the full nod. You really shouldn't be too unhappy trying any of their flavors, as they're all somewhat similarly creamy, with tasty ingredients, and just an overall nice way to satisfy that ice cream craving. |
| California Pizza Kitchen 1245 Worcester St. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 651-1506 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Chain | • Baja & Thai Chicken Spring Rolls • Crispy Mac & Cheese Bites • Sesame Ginger Chicken Dumplings • The Works Pizza • Tiramisu |
The Baja & Thai Chicken Spring Rolls were decent, with the Thai more so than the Baja. Same with the Sesame Ginger Chicken Dumplings. Crispy Mac & Cheese Bites were pretty bad. If you're going to try any of these, go with the Thai Chicken Spring Rolls. The Works Pizza wasn't bad at all, but I've had far better pizza in general. The Tiramisu had some type of weird cream sauce on top of it, which just took over all the flavor. Definitely NOT recommended. | |
| Cambridge Common 1667 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 547-1228 |
Pub | • Tater Tots • Mac & Cheese Bites • Sweet Potato Fries • Onion Rings • Mac & Cheese • Sirloin Tips • Cheddar Bacon Burger • Fries • Tiramisu • Dessert Wine — Mirassou Moscato, California 2010 |
√ Fries √ Mirassou Moscato |
I don't know what it was about the Fries exactly, but they were amazingly good. A really tasty flavor, and the type of food item in which I just didn't want the eating experience to end. An absolute must try, even just for comparison sake. The Tater Tots, Sirloin Tips, and Cheddar Bacon Burger were good but average. The Mac & Cheese Bites and Onion Rings were also good, but nothing special. The Sweet Potato Fries get honorable mention for their crinkle cut chip shape, and their soft texture to crispiness ratio. The Mac & Cheese was average. The Tiramisu was not that good. |
| Camille's 71 Bradford St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 751-4812 |
Italian | • Arancini di Riso • Tiramisu |
Tiramisu gets honorable mention. Very fluffy cream and nice soaked fingers. I wanted it to be just a tad lighter, but still quite good. Arancini di Riso on the other hand were very bland and flavorless. Even adding marinara didn't help.. | |
| Camp Nowhere 1838 Smith St. N. Providence, RI 02911 (401) 349-5223 |
American (Traditional), Cocktail Bars | • Beef & Cheese Sliders • Chicken Parm Sliders • Big Mac Mini Sliders • Short Rib Sliders • Nachos • Cheese Logs |
All of the sliders were fine but nothing outstanding. The Short Rib one was probably the best of the bunch but frankly a minimal difference. Nachos were on the slightly better side of average. Cheese Logs were average. | |
| Campo Enoteca 969 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 625-0256 |
Italian | • Sundried Tomato Pesto Arancini • Polpetti • Pistachio Basil Pesto Tagliatelli • Butternut Squash Ravioli • German Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Mousse |
This is one of those places where even though there wasn't a specific item worth the journey, it was still overall a really nice experience that I wouldn't mind going back to. Sundried Tomato Pesto Arancini was crispy, but the flavor didn't really sing to me. The Polpetti were average, but the sauce that they came in was really good...which averages the dish out to the better side of average. For both pasta dishes, you could tell that the pasta was very fresh. I'd give a very slight edge to the Butternut Squash Ravioli, mostly because the Pistachio Basil Pesto Tagliatelli was more just noodles rather than pistachios flavorwise (if that makes sense). German Chocolate Cake was average. Chocolate Mousse was not as light an fluffy as I would've hoped, but it was still on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Cape Cod Cafe 979 Main St. Brockton, MA 02301 (508) 583-9420 — Various Locations |
Pizza, American Casual | • Tex-Mex Pizza • Pepperoni Pizza |
Honestly, I kind of had higher hopes for this pizza after all the hype, to say nothing of the fact that it's sold in stores. Sadly, it really didn't do it for me. It wasn't terrible but the crust was way too bready, which basically overpowered any toppings. Far too heavy for my tastes. | |
| Capellini's 896 Main St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 851-7271 |
Italian | • Appetizer Sampler • Arancini • Tiramisu • Chocolate "Lovers" Cake |
All items in the Appetizer Sampler, the Arancini, and the Tiramisu were all average. The Chocolate "Lovers" Cake was not that good. | |
| Capital Grille, The 10 Wayside Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 505-4130 — Various Locations |
Steak, Wine Bar | • French Onion Soup • Signature Cheeseburger (L) • Ribeye Steak Sandwich (L) • Vidalia Onion Rings • Au Gratin Potatoes • Coconut Cream Pie • Chocolate Hazelnut Cake |
√ French Onion Soup | One of the best French Onion Soups I've ever had. Very flavorful, and should be what all french onion soup makers strive towards. Vidalia Onion Rings were ok but average. Same for Au Gratin Potatoes. The Signature Cheeseburger and Ribeye Steak Sandwich were both tasty, but not outstanding. The Coconut Cream Pie, which was more like a large coconut cream tart, was also good but not outstanding. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake was large in size, but relatively average in flavor. |
| Capo 443 W. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 993-8080 |
Italian | • Arancini • Short Rib Croquettes • Chicken Parm • Short Rib Pizza • Tiramisu |
Arancini was fine but average. Short Rib Croquettes barely had any short rib, but were ok flavorwise regardless. Chicken Parm was a large portion but tasted average. Short Rib Pizza was an item on special, but I really didn't like it. It was very thin crust but that's about where the good ended. Barely any toppings, and not overly flavorful. Perhaps a standard red sauce pizza would fair better... Tiramisu was on the better side of average. | |
| Capone's Pizzeria & Prohibition Pub 1229 Washington St. S. Weymouth, MA 02189 (781) 340-0033 |
Pizza, Italian | • Nachos Grande • Steak & Cheese Eggroll • Marinated Sirloin Tips • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Steak & Cheese Eggroll were fine but nothing special. Marinated Sirloin Tips were on the slightly better side of average but really nothing too special. Nachos Grande were average. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was about average, and a bit breadier than I prefer. | |
| Cappella 45 Chapel St. Needham, MA 02492 (781) 400-5173 |
Italian | • Arancini • Pumpkin Ravioli • Black Truffle Cacio e Pepe • Tiramisu • Black & White Mousse |
Arancini had a nice crispiness but not really a standout flavor. Pumpkin Ravioli was very obviously freshly made, and quite good in that regard, but there was no wow factor flavorwise. Black Truffle Cacio e Pepe was way over-peppered and not quite cheesy enough. Black & White Mousse was covered in raspberry sauce which unfortunately overpowered all other flavors. Tiramisu was on the far better side of average. | |
| Captain Frosty's 219 Main St. Dennis, MA 02638 (508) 385-8548 |
Seafood, Fried Clams | • Onion Rings • Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Soft Serve |
The Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Soft Serve was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. Onion Rings were average. | |
| Carl's Steak Subs 55 Prospect St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 893-9313 |
Sandwiches, Mexican | • Steak & Cheese | Honestly, I'm not really sure why this Steak & Cheese is rated as one of the top. I mean it's not bad, but it's really nothing special. Though I will say that the bread is nice and fresh. | |
| Carlo's Cucina Italiana 131 Brighton Ave. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 254-9759 |
Italian | • Bruscetta • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
√ Bruscetta | The Bruscetta was superb. Fresh, garlicy, and herby. I don't often have this dish, so it's admittedly in somewhat limited comparison, but I feel confident in saying you can't go wrong with this one. Chicken Parm gets honorable mention. Just on the cusp of the full nod, it was missing some of the wow factor for me, but definitely still another winning dish! Tiramisu however, was fairly average. Arancini was the softball size type, and you get 2 of them, so portion size was good, but the actual flavor was somewhat average. |
| Carmelina's 307 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-0020 |
Italian | • BuonaBoca • Brasato • Wild Mushroom Risotto |
BuonaBoca and Wild Mushroom Risotto were both good but average. I was not that big a fan of the Brasato, but I disclaim that I'm not the best judge for this type of dish. | |
| Carmine 25 State St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 255-4660 |
Italian, Cocktail Bars, Seafood | • Ziti Gorgonzola • Chicken Parm • Cacio e Pepe |
Cacio e Pepe was clearly freshly made and very decent. Better side of average. Chicken Parm was flavorful and thankfully not overly thick. A hearty dish that I'd put on the far better side of average. Ziti Gorgonzola was on the far better side of average. Recommend getting the Ziti Gorgonzola WITH a Chicken Parm on top (which you can do!) | |
| Carrabba's Italian Grill 1350 Bald Hill Rd. Warwick, RI 02886 (401) 827-8880 — Various Locations |
Pub, American Casual | • Chocolate Dream • Tiramisu |
√ Chocolate Dream | This seemingly normal combination of flavors somehow manages to offer an unexpectedly yummy flavor. Admittedly the cake is a little dry, but the whole thing in concert far more than makes up for that. Definitely worth a try at least once. Honorable mention for the Tiramisu. If you like your tiramisu on the creamier side, you'll love it. For me, while certainly good, it was a little too much goodness to take at once. Try it and you'll see what I mean. |
| Carvel Ice Cream 243 Hartford Tpke. Vernon, CT 06066 (860) 875-2278 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream, Chain | • Double Chocolate Chip Ice Cream • Chocolate Soft Serve |
√ Chocolate Soft Serve | OMG the Chocolate Soft Serve. It was so creamy and good. This "may" end up being the best among the soft serves, but further testing will be required:) The Double Chocolate Chip Ice Cream was also tasty, but not even comprable. |
| Casa Romero 30 Gloucester St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 536-4341 |
Mexican, Outdoor Dining | • Baked Cheese with Mexican Chorizo and Tortillas • Pay de Chocolate y Cafe • Pastel De Las Tres Leches • White Sangria |
The Baked Cheese with Mexican Chorizo and Tortillas was basically just a nice sized oval of burnt cheese. You really can't go wrong, but I can't say it stood out beyond what it was. Pay de Chocolate y Cafe and Pastel De Las Tres Leches were both fine but average desserts. White Sangria was nothing special. | |
| Casa Verde 711 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 477-9977 |
Mexican | • Chili & Barbacoa 3 Cheese Nachos • Beef Barbacoa Taco • Grilled Corn |
I'd give Chili & Barbacoa 3 Cheese Nachos honorable mention. A very tasty and filling dish that's definitely sharable. Recommend trying this one out. Beef Barbacoa Taco similarly had really tasty meat, and a hearty amount, so you won't be disappointed trying this one out as well. Grilled Corn however was not all that good. | |
| Caserta Pizzeria 121 Spruce St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 621-3618 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | If you're a fan of thick crust pizza, you'll probably enjoy this. It had a very crispy crust, but was just too doughy for my taste (I'm a thin-crust guy). | |
| Casey's Diner 36 South Ave. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 655-3761 |
Diner, Hot Dog | • Hot Dog • Boston Cream Pie |
The Hot Dog was good but nothing special. The Boston Cream Pie was fairly flavorful but not amazing. | |
| Cask 'n Flagon 62 Brookline Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 536-4840 — Various Locations |
Tavern, Pub & BBQ | • Chili • Mac & Cheese (side) • Steak Tips • BBQ Beef Brisket • Oreo Cookie Pie |
Chili was nothing special. Mac & Cheese and BBQ Beef Brisket were actually pretty decent, and I'd put them both on the better side of average. Steak Tips had no chewy pieces, and had a nice glaze, but there was just something about them that didn't quite work. Still, I'd have to put them on the far better side of average. Oreo Cookie Pie was also on the far better side of average. A reasonably tasty dessert that is large, so better if shared. | |
| Cask & Pig 780 State Rd. Dartmouth, MA 02747 (774) 992-0183 |
BBQ, Burgers, American (New) | • Trashcan Nachos • Steak Tips • Brisket • Burnt Ends • Fancy Burger • Twinkamisu • S'mores Pudding |
Trashcan Nachos get honorable mention. A really nice mix of ingredients that really had me on the fence about giving it the full nod, but it just didn't quite have that magic something. Still, you will not be disappointed if you get this dish. Just note that they're huge and can get messy. Steak Tips were average. Interestingly enough, the Brisket, which I also got on top of the nachos, was not as good by itself. They weren't bad, but they just tasted a little plain even with the bbq sauce. Twinkamisu was maybe supposed to be some iteration of a tiramisu but with twinkies, but wasn't. It was more like a vanilla-y, mocha-y custard with twinkies mixed it, and was very rich. I can't say it spoke to me. Burnt Ends were not especially good. Fancy Burger was fairly average. S'mores Pudding was on the better side of average. | |
| Cast Seaside Bites & Bar 7 Cottage St. Marion, MA 02738 (774) 553-5576 |
Cocktail Bars, Wine Bars | • Masa Cornbread • Duck Fat Smashed Potatoes • Empanadas • Cast Smash Burger • Sticky Toffee Pudding |
Masa Cornbread was ok. Nothing overly special but an ok way to start the meal. Duck Fat Smashed Potatoes were ok. The potatoes were good but the meat was a little fatty. Empanadas were a little too bready. Cast Smash Burger was also ok. No wow factor but enjoyable. Sticky Toffee Pudding was not that exciting. All that said it's a fun and seemingly quirkly little spot for some nice drinks and a good time. | |
| Catalyst 300 Technology Sq. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 576-3000 |
American Fine Dining & American | • Butternut Squash Soup • Truffled Mushroom Soup • Mushroom Ravioli • Catalyst Burger |
The Catalyst Burger just makes honorable mention. It was a good solid burger with fresh ingedients, but just didn't quite have the wow factor. Truffled Mushroom Soup was on the better side of average. Hearty, is really the best word I could use to describe. Butternut Squash Soup and Mushroom Ravioli were both good but average. | |
| Cedar Street Grille 12 Cedar St. Sturbridge, MA 01566 (508) 347-5800 |
New American | • Crazy Dates • Mac & Cheese • Butternut Squash Ravioli |
Mac & Cheese gets honorable mention for being nice and cheesy. However it definitely felt like it was lacking something flavorwise. The Crazy Dates were average. The Butternut Squash Ravioli was not very good. | |
| Celebrity Pizza & Dairy Bar 684 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 924-0009 |
Pizza, Ice Cream & Burgers | • Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Sub • Ice Cream |
The Pizza here gets honorable mention. Not amazing, but thin crust and very satisfying. Steak & Cheese Sub was average. Ice Cream was good but average. | |
| Cellos Farmhouse Italian 143 Raymond Rd. Candia, NH 03034 (603) 483-2000 |
Pizza, Italian | • Mozzarella • Arancini • Short Rib • Mac & Cheese • Sacchetti Pasta • Lemonchello Tiramisu |
Mozzarella was on the slightly better side of average. Arancini were the bigger sized balls and were not really all that crispy. Felt like they were kind of thrown together. Worse side of average. Short Rib was fine and didn't have a lot of fat which was nice. Slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese had a 5 cheese blend which was nice. I'd actually put this one on the far better side of average. Sacchetti Pasta was also fine but didn't really speak to me in any meaningful way. Enjoyable but not memorable. Lemonchello Tiramisu was nice on paper but I'd rather have the real deal. | |
| Centerville Pie Company 1671 Falmouth Rd. Centerville, MA 02632 (774) 470-1406 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries | • Chocolate Cream Pie • Apple Pie |
√ Chocolate Cream Pie | Chocolate Cream Pie was the best rendition I've ever had. There is not one thing that I would change in this recipe. The whipped cream was fresh and not overly heavy, the chocolate was smooth and flavorful, the crust was soft and flaky, and there were even mini chocolate chips for added flavor. Do yourself a favor and stop by for one of these pies if you're on the cape. Apple Pie conversely, was very average. |
| Cha Shu Ramen & Izakaya 38 Franklin St. Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 304-7183 |
Bars, Izakaya, Ramen | • Chicken Karaage • Asparagus Skewer • Sweet Corn Skewer • Beef Tenderloin Skewer • Maze Mazemen Ramen • Black Sesame Ice Cream |
Chicken Karaage was on the better side of average. It was essentially fried popcorn chicken with a nice sauce that I had wished there was more of. Asparagus Skewer was wrapped in bacon, so you really can't go wrong with it. Sweet Corn Skewer was good but the least of the 3. Beef Tenderloin Skewer had a really tender cut of meat and was my favorite of the 3. Honorable mention to that one. I'd love to try that one in a teriyaki style... Maze Mazemen Ramen was very plain and oddly average tasting. It's essentially brothless ramen, but you'd think they could spice it a bit better... Black Sesame Ice Cream was fine but nothing special. | |
| Chacarero 101 Arch St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 542-0392 |
Chilean, Sandwiches | • BBQ Beef Chacarero | The sandwich was tasty, with the ingredients being a bit more uncommon, but no great wow factor flavorwise. | |
| Changsho 1712 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 547-6565 |
Chinese, Asian | • Hot and Sour Soup • Honey Roasted Boneless Spareribs • Beef Satay Skewers • Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Crispy Beef with Sesame • La Mian with Chinese Pesto • Fried Ice Cream |
Hot and Sour Soup, Crispy Beef with Sesame, Vegetable Spring Rolls, Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken, La Mian with Chinese Pesto, and Fried Ice Cream were average. Honey Roasted Boneless Spareribs were good on the pieces that weren't too fatty, but it was about 50/50. Beef Satay Skewers were on the better side of average. | |
| Chapel Grille 3000 Chapel View Blvd. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 944-4900 |
Mediterranean & New American | • mozzarella Fritta • Pesto Mashed Potatos • Triple Chocolate Mousse • Amaretto Tiramisu |
The mozzarella Fritta was like a solid ball of mozzarella that is flash fried. Not really flavorful in any way. Pesto Mashed Potatos were good but average. Triple Chocolate Mousse was on the better side of average. Amaretto Tiramisu was very nutty flavored, but not much beyond average otherwise. | |
| Charlestown Rathskellar 489A Old Coach Rd. Charlestown, RI 02813 (401) 792-10000 |
American, Steak & Seafood | • Short Rib Gravy Fries | Short Rib Gravy Fries weren't bad, but nothing to write home about. Fun little outdoor areas though. | |
| Charlie's Kitchen 10 Eliot St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 492-9646 |
Burgers, Diner | • Chef's Choice Burger • Combo Platter |
The Chef's Choice Burger gets honorable mention here for being a very solid burger. It wasn't the best, but flavor of the ingredients blended together quite well. One of the better burgers out there. The Combo Platter was horrible..one of the worst ones out there. | |
| Charred Oak Tavern, The 57 Center St. Middleboro, MA 02346 (508) 923-9034 |
American, Tavern & Comfort Food | • Bourbon Candied Bacon • Short Rib BBQ Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips • Onion Rings (side) • Bread Pudding |
√ Short Rib BBQ Mac & Cheese | Bourbon Candied Bacon was good, but you really can't go wrong with bacon, especially when it's candied...:) Short Rib BBQ Mac & Cheese was the unexpected standout here. A good quality meat flavor, an amazing sauce which I think was basically amounted to a combo of cheese sauce and bbq sauce. I'm not sure which part the was the specific best, but it all really worked together extremely well! Steak Tips were fine but average. Onion Rings were too crumbly and had zero crunch. Bread Pudding was very average. Please note, this place has a heavy focus on Scotches and Whiskies, so if you're looking to just find a spot that had some good sipping beverages to nurse while watching a game at the bar, this is definitely a place you want to visit! |
| Chateau, The 43 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 202-3570 — Various Locations |
Italian, Chain | • Garlic Bread Parmigiana (½ order) • Italian Tower • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Chicken Parm • Steak Tips • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse • Grapenut Pudding |
The Chicken Parm gets honorable mention. Very tasty, though it's possible that was due more to the sauce than tha parm itself. Not that that really matters since it's served as one dish:) Steak Tips also get honorable mention. Definitely not the best out there, but fairly tasty and enjoyable. If they were better marinated/sauced, they just might be worth the journey. The Garlic Bread Parmigiana, Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza, and all the Toasted Ravioli, Gnocchi Pomodoro, Mozzarella Sticks in the Italian Tower were all very average. The Chocolate Mousse and Grapenut Pudding were below average. | |
| Chatters Bar & Grill 70 Worcester-Providence Tpke. Millbury, MA 01527 (508) 865-7168 |
American Casual | • Cap'n Chicken Strips • Sweet Potato Onion Rings • Appetizer Sampler Bento Box • Philly Steak Bomb Pizza • Colossal Fudgy Chocolate Cake |
The Appetizer Sampler Bento Box was all pretty good, but average. The Philly Steak Bomb Pizza and the Colossal Fudgy Chocolate Cake were not very good. Cap'n Chicken Strips was a bit on the sweeter side which was nice, but not really a standout otherwise. Sweet Potato Onion Rings were really nothing special either. | |
| Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier 16 Chauncey Creek Rd. Kittery Point, ME 03905 (207) 439-1030 |
Seafood, BYOB | • Onion Rings | Onion Rings had a real nice crispiness going for them, but not overly flavorful. Still, better side of average I'd say. | |
| Cheers 84 Beacon St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 227-9605 |
Pub | • Boston Cream Pie | Even though the Boston Cream Pie was on the better side of average, Cheers is not a place you go for the food. It's about as tourist trappy as it gets... | |
| Cheesecake Factory 75 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 273-0060 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Dessert | • Fried Mac & Cheese • Tex Mex Eggrolls • Sweet Corn Fritters • Stuffed Mushrooms • Crispy Spicy Beef • Orange Flavored Chicken • Black Out Cake • Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake • Chris' Outrageous Chocolate Cake • Tiramisu • Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake • Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake • Chocolate Coconut Cream Cheesecake |
√ Crispy Spicy Beef | The Crispy Spicy Beef gets the nod here. It's flavor and perfectly crips texture make this dish worth the journey. The Orange Flavored Chicken was ok but nothing special. Same for the Tex Mex Eggrolls. Same for the Sweet Corn Fritters. The Fried Mac & Cheese was not that good. The stuffed mushrooms were good but not outstanding. As far as cheesecakes go, these are pretty good. I don't know that they're the best out there, but they're certainly pretty damn good. The Godiva Chocolate and Chocolate Mousse cheesecakes are basically just decadence in a slice. Good, but a little TOO sweet... The Tiramisu gets honorable mention only, as it starts out very good, but just gets to be too much as you're going through it. Try it and you'll see what I mean. I suppose it would be that much better if it was for two. The Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake, Chris' Outrageous Chocolate Cake, the Chocolate Coconut Cream Cheesecake, and Black Out Cake were not that great. |
| Cheesy Street Grill I-90 East Service Plaza Mile 117 Natick, MA 01760 (617) 401-9660 — Various Locations |
American (Traditional), Comfort Food | • Great Hambino Grilled Cheese • Classic Grilled Cheese w/Bacon & Red Wine Onions • Potato Tots w/Cheese Sauce & Bacon • Short Rib Mac & Cheese |
√ Grilled Cheese | I was intentionally inspecific about which Grilled Cheese to list, as both of the ones I sampled were quite good. Since you can choose your fillings, you can customize to your liking, but I'd recommend adding the grilled onions whatever else you may get. Note that the bacon is the cut up type rather than the strips, which was somewhat of a detraction for me. Potato Tots were tasty but average. Again, the bacon is not all that good. Short Rib Mac & Cheese is on the slightly better side of average. |
| Cheever Tavern 33 W St. Norwell, MA 02061 (781) 657-2700 |
American (New) | • Baked Mac & Cheese • Shortrib Burger |
Both dishes were on the better side of average. | |
| Chelsea Station 105 Everett Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150 (617) 466-0754 |
American, Eclectic & Brunch | • Bacon & Eggs • Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Burger |
Bacon & Eggs were fine but were one of those better on paper kind of deals. Fine for what it was but not a standout. Wild Mushroom Ravioli was fine but really needed a slightly thicker sauce. Burger was average. | |
| Chen Yang Li 124 South River Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 641-6922 |
Chinese | • #23 Lunch Combo (L) • Beef Teriyaki • Egg Rolls • Hot & Sour Soup |
Honorable mention for the Beef Teriyaki. Very fall off the stick and well marinated. Just no great wow factor. Tangerine Beef was not the worse side of average. Vegetable Fried Rice, Egg Rolls, and Hot & Sour Soup were all average. | |
| Chez Vachon 136 Kelley St. Manchester, NH 03102 (603) 625-9660 |
Comfort Food, Diner & Breakfast | • Onion Rings (side) • Poutine • Bacon & Swiss Crepe • Pistachio Cake |
Onion Rings were a bit soggy. Poutine was good, but mostly in the way that fries, cheese, and gravy are good, if you follow my meaning. Bacon & Swiss Crepe was nothing special. Pistachio Cake was on the better side of average. | |
| Chicken & The Pig 525 Market St. Lynnfield, MA 01940 (413) 300-4182 |
Chicken Shop, Hot Dogs | • Vermont Chicken Sandwich • Cat-Dog Hot Dog • Bacon On A Stick • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Vermont Chicken Sandwich | Vermont Chicken Sandwich just gets the nod. It's a nice mix of flavors, but the clincher for me was the thinness of the chicken patty, to say nothing of crisp and flavor. A very well put together sandwich which you won't be disappointed at trying! Cat-Dog Hot Dog was good and I'd put it on the better side of average. Filling and tasty. Bacon On A Stick gets honorable mention. Sweet and flavorful, and really you just can't go too wrong with trying this. Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. |
| Chick-Fil-A 75 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-2110 — Various Locations |
Chicken, Fast Food | • Chicken Strips • Cookies & Cream Milkshake • Brownie • Carrot Raisin Salad • Waffle Fries |
The chicken was a little too greasy, the fries a bit too lackluster. The milkshake and carrot raisin salad were both fairly good, but nothing here is especially worth the journey. | |
| Chilacates 658 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 522-6000 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Carne Asada Torta • Elote |
Carne Asada Torta was on the better side of average. The issue more than anything was that the bread, while soft and fairly tasty, overwhelmed all the other flavors. Still, enjoyable. Elote was good but average. | |
| Chili's 137 Littleton Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 692-8498 — Various Locations |
Chain, Tex Mex | • Southwestern Eggrolls • Skillet Queso • Texas Cheese Fries • Beef Nachos • Smokehouse Bacon Triple-The-Cheese Big Mouth Burger • Double Chocolate Shooter |
Nothing particularly special here. The burger and the Texas Cheese Fries were decent, but not worth a special journey. Stay away from the dry, flavorless chocolate shooter. | |
| Chill Kitchen and Bar 416 Boston Post Rd E. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 251-0048 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & American | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Short Rib Gnocchi • Steak Tips • Onion Rings (side) • Tiramisu |
Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were on the far better side of average. They had a good steak flavor but were a bit messy to eat, and the shell was a tad too greasy. Onion Rings were similarly on the far better side of average with a good sweet onion flavor and a crispy (though not crunchy) coating. Similar to the Eggrolls, these were also a tad too greasy. Short Rib Gnocchi was similarly very good, as the gnocchi tasted very fresh, and the sauce was really good, but the meat didn't have any pop (though thankfully was not overly fatty!). Steak Tips were a good quality meat, but would've been better with a flavor marinate (maybe teriyaki?). Tiramisu was nothing special. | |
| Chip Shots Pub 245 Ayer Rd. Littleton, MA 01460 (978) 772-0072 |
American & Pub | • Pizza (slice) • Chili • Onion Rings |
A friendly little dive bar. Pizza was on the slightly worse side of average for being overly doughy. Chili was very average. Onion Rings were mostly dough. Stick to drinks at this place. | |
| Chipotle 174 Littleton Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 577-4776 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Tex Mex | • Steak Fajita Burrito | Not bad but fairly average. | |
| Chocolate Springs Cafe 55 Pittsfield Rd. Lenox, MA 01240 (413) 637-9820 |
Chocolate & Candy | • Milk Chocolate Truffle • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Cocoa Truffle • Iced Chocolate |
Truffles were all fine but average. Iced Chocolate was good but a little too rich. | |
| Chocolate Therapy 60 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 875-1571 |
Chocolate & Candy | • Earl Greyer Truffle • Pistachio Truffle • Pom Balm Truffle • Chocolate Fix Truffle • Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Truffle • Sweet Potato Truffle • Root Beer Truffle |
I'd have to say these chocolates all pretty much rank on the far better side of average. Nice diversity of flavors, but honestly, I didn't find the tastes to be "that" much different beyond a certain point. Still, worthy of a stop-in if you're passing by the place. | |
| Chocolate Truffle, The 494 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 944-7155 |
Chocolate & Candy | • Chocolate Truffle • Praline Mousse Truffle • Chocolate Mousse Truffle • Bacon Chocolate Truffle |
Not that it's bad, but I've had a lot better. Their signature Chocolate Truffle was ok, but could've been fluffier. The Praline Mousse Truffle wasn't good, the Chocolate Mousse Truffle was just ok, and the Bacon Chocolate Truffle certainly had a unique flavor, but one that was all that exciting. Not bad, but no great standouts here. Honorable mention for the friendly service though. | |
| Chomp Kitchen and Drinks 117 Ives St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 537-7556 — Various Locations |
American, Burgers & Sandwiches | • House Burger • Chili Cheese Fries |
House Burger was on the better side of average. Chili Cheese Fries were average. | |
| Chopps American Bar & Grill 1 Burlington Mall Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 221-6643 |
American & Steak | • Burger with Tots • BBQ Mac & Cheese |
The Burger gets honorable mention. A good combination of flavors that played well together. Not super amazing, but pretty damn good. Tots were virtually flavorless. BBQ Mac & Cheese was (oddly) a little too spicy. If not for that, it would've had a nice cheese ratio, and possibly might've gotten the full nod, but I just can't recommend it with the current spice level. | |
| Christina's 460 Washington St. Pembroke, MA 02359 (781) 829-9001 |
Bakery, Cafe | • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Chicken Parm |
Butternut Squash Ravioli was nothing special. Chicken Parm was on the better side of average, but the sauce that came with it was amazingly good. If you're going to get something here, make sure it comes with the pasta/marinara sauce! | |
| Christina's Ice Cream 1255 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 492-7021 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Mousse Ice Cream • Coconut Almond Chip Ice Cream |
I would say the flavor is comprable to Ben & Jerry's, though not quite as good. However given the variety of flavors, there is bound to be something for everyone. I was on the fence about giving it my recommendation, and I would certainly say if you're in the neighborhood it would be worth the stop-in, but as far as being worth the journey, I can't give it the nod since it's really not THAT much better than some of your other more standard ice cream chain shops. | |
| Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar 750 Adams St. Dorchester, MA 02122 (617) 609-8226 |
Mexican, Bars | • Queso Dip • Nachos • Birria Taco • Barbacoa Taco • Gringo Taco • Crunch Wrap |
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| Chunky's Cinema Pub 151 Coliseum Ave. Nashua, NH 03063 (603) 880-8055 — Various Locations |
Dinner Theater | • Clueless Platter | As one might imagine, this place is more about the movie/dining experience vs the food itself, which in my sampling was very average. Still, a really great concept, and wonderful that you can get alcohol all through the movie;) | |
| Chutter's 43 Main St. Littleton, NH 03561 (603) 444-5787 — Various Locations |
Chocolate & Candy, Shop | • Candy | This is one of those places where it's hard to make an official call, because on the one hand, you really can't go wrong with candy, but on the other, there were really no candy standouts. I'll leave it like this..you're bound to find something fun and tasty at this place, so if you're actually in the area, I'd say it's definitely worth a stop in. | |
| Ciao Pizza & Pasta 59 Williams St. Chelsea, MA 02150 (617) 286-9346 |
Italian & Pizza | • Funghi Pizza • Gnocchetti • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse |
Funghi Pizza was on the far better side of average. Wood fired and thin crust, it had a nice chew and flavoring, even if it didn't really pop in any overt way. Gnocchetti had tiny little gnocchetti (hence the name) which you don't see that often, and fairly flavorful short rib that didn't seem overly fatty. I'm similarly put this on the far better side of average. Both dessert were clearly premade and possibly store bought, and thus were fairly average (I'd give a slight edge to Tiramisu over the Mousse if you're itching for a bit of sweet). This little hole in the wall is worth a stop in if you're in the area. | |
| Ciao Restaurant & Bar 41 Sutton St. Lynn, MA 01901 (781) 682-2220 |
Cocktail Bars, Pizza, Italian | • Crocchettine • Potato Croquettes • Pollo Fritti • Short Rib Arancini • Bolognese Arancini • Mozzarella Fritta • Rigatoni Al Tartufo • Short Rib with Gnocchi • Ciao Pizza • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse • Torta Nocciola • Ricotta & Pistachio Cake |
Potato Croquettes were very enjoyable, especially with the truffle aioli, and I give them honorable mention. Crocchettine were similar to the Croquettes but not quite as good. Pollo Fritti were basically chicken nuggets (but real not "fake"), in a lemon cream sauce. Enjoyable but not amazing. Short Rib Arancini was similarly enjoyable, and I'd put them on the better side of average. Bolognese Arancini had a nice crisp shell, but the filling was just ok. Mozzarella Fritta was very average. Short Rib with Gnocchi was a little fatty but not too bad, and had a nice sauce, but just didn't quite come together for me. Slightly better side of average. Rigatoni Al Tartufo was very enjoyable, with a good balance of pasta and sauce. I'd say it just makes honorable mention. The Ciao Pizza had a very tasty crust, and while slightly thicker than I prefer, really wasn't overly bready somehow. Honorable mention for this item as well. The Torta Nocciola, Tiramisu, and the Ricotta & Pistachio Cake were somewhat average. Chocolate Mousse was better but not much beyond the better side of average. | |
| Cibo Matto Caffe 254 Chauncy St. Mansfield, MA 02048 (508) 339-9800 |
Italian | • Spicy Pork Arancini • ½ Steak & Cheese ½ Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Mac & Cheese • Tiramisu |
Spicy Pork Arancini had a nice crispiness to it, but too many chewy "pieces" of the filling were off-putting... The Pepperoni Mushroom side was much better than the Steak & Cheese side of the pizza. This is mostly due to a nice crispy yet thin crust, so I'd give this pizza honorable mention. The Mac & Cheese started out really good, but got a little blander as I kept eating it. Still, I'd put it on the far better side of average. Tiramisu was the type that comes in a cup, and was particularly flavorful. | |
| Cini's 252 Friend St. Boston, MA 02114 (857) 233-4359 |
Pizza, Italian | • Arancini (Mix & Match) • Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Panini |
All the Arancini were honestly just ok. Nothing bad but I kind of expected a place that specializes in this dish would do it better. Nice that you can mix and match flavors, but don't get your hopes up too high. Pizza was on the better side of average. Thin and crispy but not amazing. Steak & Cheese Panini was nothing special. | |
| Cinnabon 601 Donald Lynch Blvd. Marlboro, MA, 01752 (508) 624-7999 — Various Locations |
Chain, Dessert | • Minibon | It's basically dough and sugar with cinnamon. Not bad for what it is, but not a process I'd care to repeat so to speak. | |
| Ciro's Tavern 42 Cherry St. Woonsocket, RI 02895 (401) 769-3330 |
Pub, Comfort Food & Tavern | • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Parmesan Encrusted Chicken • Caramelized Steak Tips |
Butternut Squash Ravioli had a really good hazelnut cream sauce, but was fairly average otherwise. Parmesan Encrusted Chicken is better on paper. It's a fun concept but was also fairly average tastewise. Caramelized Steak Tips were on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1482 E. Rodney French Blvd. New Bedford, MA 02744 (774) 702-4726 |
Bars, Seafood, Breweries | • Chicken Dumplings • Crispy Spring Roll • Veggie Rolls • Orange Chicken |
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| Citizen Crust 229 Patriot Pl. Foxboro, MA 02035 (508) 543-6547 |
Pizza, Bars, Tacos | • Carne Asada Fries • The Monk • Pepperoni (slice) • Citizen Mac Daddy (slice) • 4 Cheese (slice) • African Malva Cake |
√ Pepperoni (slice) | The Pepperoni slice just makes it as worth the journey. All of the parts came together to end up with a pretty slice, to say nothing of how huge it was! The 4 Cheese I'd give honorable mention to, as it didn't quite have the nice kick from the pepperoni, but a nice amalgum of cheeses that gave it an interesting flavor. Citizen Mac Daddy can probably be skipped unless you're a huge fan of Big Mac on a pizza. Carne Asada Fries were huge, and shouldn't be ordered unless you're like a party of 4 at least. It's a nice pick-at food, and I recommend getting a side of queso with it for dipping. The Monk is now done very plainly, and is frankly overly bready, so I recommend skipping. African Malva Cake claims to be soft sponge cake but it was very dense and felt more brick-like. I wouldn't bother. |
| Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar 1310 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 450-9000 |
Comfort Food, Seafood | • Crack Fries • Burger • Butternut Squash Soup • Lemon Risotto |
I would give the Crack Fries honorable mention. They were definitely fairly addictive, but I can't say they had a particular stand-out flavor. Still, absoultely worth getting if you're there. Burger was large, but average tasting. Butternut Squash Soup was fine. Lemon Risotto was nice. Really that's the best word I can use to describe it. | |
| City Streets 411 Waverley Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452 (781) 647-2489 |
Grill & Burgers | • Nachos • Arancini • American Stuffed Burger • Mac & Cheese (side) • Steak Tips • Truffles |
√ American Stuffed Burger | The American Stuffed Burger just made the cut. It was a really good solid burger, but admittedly not the best I've ever had. As a side note, I got it with swiss and mushrooms on top. This in contrast to the rest of the items unfortunately... The Nachos and Arancini were average. The Mac & Cheese had virtually no flavor. The Steak Tips were ok, but in desperate need of some sauce. Truffles were not very good. |
| City Tap House 10 Boston Wharf Rd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 904-2748 |
American, American Casual & New American | • Elote "Street Corn" Dip • Pimento Cheese Dip • Baked Cambozola • Quixote Pizza • Chocolate Pot De Creme |
Elote "Street Corn" Dip was basically like deconstructed mexican corn. It was on the slightly better side of average but still felt like it was missing something. Pimento Cheese Dip was average. Baked Cambozola was interesting, but honestly didn't really taste like anything. Quixote Pizza was also good but average. Chocolate Pot De Creme was average. | |
| City Winery 80 Beverly St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 963-0612 — Various Locations |
American, New American | • Mushroom & Goat Cheese Risotto Balls • Vadouvan Carrot Cake |
The Mushroom & Goat Cheese Risotto Balls were on the slightly better side of average. I liked the crispiness but the flavor was a bit lacking. The Vadouvan Carrot Cake was on the far better side of average, as it had that nice cinnamony background spice flavor. Enjoyable but not amazing. | |
| Civility Social House 490 Foley St. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 675-6200 |
Cocktail Bars, Desserts, Comfort Food | • Mac & Cheese Donut • Grilled Pear Salad • Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella • Parmesan Arancini • Short Rib Tacos • Roasted Mushroom Flatbread • Short Ribs • Civility Burger • Carrot Cake |
√ Roasted Mushroom Flatbread √ Short Ribs |
Mac & Cheese Donut was fairly good, but was a bit of a better-on-paper concept. Maybe worth trying for the novelty of it, but it's basically a donut shaped mac & cheese ball dish. Grilled Pear Salad was decent for a salad but nothing overly amazing. Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella was good but average. Short Rib Tacos were on the better side of average. A nice little combo of flavors that came together quite nicely. Parmesan Arancini gets honorable mention for being nice and crispy and generally enjoyable. Civility Burger was reasonably good. No great wow factor but fairly flavorful. Roasted Mushroom Flatbread was kind of everything you want in a flatbread. Crispy, thin, cheesy, with the don't want to stop eating it vibe. Also, given it's thinness, you can induldge in this dish a bit.:) Short Ribs similarly get the nod here. With the mix of meat that has minimal fat, fluffy mash potatoes and a tasty gravy, you're not gonna be disappointed to order this dish! Carrot Cake was also surprisingly good for what it was. Very well balanced and not overly heavy, you will not be disappointed to try this thing out also. If it's unclear, this place is definitely worth trying out!! |
| CK' Shanghai 15 Washington St. Wellesley, MA 02481 (781) 237-7500 |
Chinese, Asian | • Crispy Sesame Beef (L) • Hot & Sour Soup • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Beef Teriyaki |
The Crispy Sesame Beef and Hot & Sour Soup were both on the better side of average. Beef Teriyaki was very average. Vegetable Spring Rolls were greasy and not very good. | |
| Clear Flour Bread 178 Thorndike St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 739-0060 |
Bakery | • Chocolate Croissant • Chocolate Bouchon |
√ Chocolate Croissant | The Chocolate Croissant was pretty amazing. I was kind of on the fence about calling it worth the journey, but with its amazing buttery flakiness and freshness, I had to give it the nod. If there had been more chocolate to pastry ratio, it would have simply been the chocolate croissant to beat. The Chocolate Bouchon was also very good, but was a little too dense. I think it still deserves honorable mention. Beyond these, given the general sense of freshness throughout the place, the cheap value, and the line out the door upon my arrival, I'd say this place in and of itself is definitely worth the journey. |
| Cloud Asian Fusion & Bar 217 Quincy Ave. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 405-4078 |
Asian Fusion, Bars, Noodles | • Fried Vegetable Gyoza • Short Rib Tacos |
Both items were good but nothing overly special. | |
| Club Car Cafe 20 Commonwealth Ave. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 371-9282 |
Breakfast, Sandwiches | • Turkey Club Sandwich w/Fries • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Vegetable Omelette |
√ Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza | Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was the surprising standout here. Thin crust, well seasoned with a slight spiciness to it. I could've eaten th entire thing without thinking about it. Definitely try this one. The Turkey Club Sandwich & Fries were both fairly good, and the Vegetable Omelette was on the better side of average. You can tell that the ingredients at this place are all very fresh, and everything has a very "real" and good flavor. You'll just have to stop in to see what I'm talking about. |
| Club Dante 415 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 232-5353 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Steak & Cheese Sub • Arancini • Pizza (slice) • Chicken Parm |
Pizza was on the far better side of average. Steak & Cheese Sub was on the better side of average. Arancini was fine but nothing special. Same with the Chicken Parm. | |
| Clyde's Grill & Bar 642 Providence Hwy. Walpole, MA 02081 (508) 660-2206 |
American, Burgers | • Old School Burger w/Swiis & Bacon • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Teriyaki Steak Tips • Chili Nachos |
Chili Nachos were on the slightly better side of average. Not a huge portion (which is not a bad thing), but sadly the chili was not very good. Still, a nice enough pick-at starter. Teriyaki Steak Tips were somewhat chewy and not all that flavorful. Old School Burger was on the better side of average, in that it felt like it combined it's pieces well, and the bacon was notably crispy and not at all fatty. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was very average. | |
| Coach Grill 55 Boston Post Rd. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 358-5900 |
Steak, Brunch | • French Onion Soup • Asian Steak Skewers • Mac & Cheese • Corn Pudding |
Corn Pudding gets honorable mention. The corn was fresh and had nice flavor bursts, but it just didn't quite have the wow factor. French Onion Soup was on the better side of average, but mostly do to the nice of cheese blanket on top. Soup part itself was average. Mac & Cheese was creamy but lacked any real flavor. Asian Steak Skewers was awful! Chewy and frankly disgusting... | |
| Coast Cafe 233 River St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 354-7644 |
Southern, Chicken | • Cornbread • Onion Rings • Seasoned Fries • Mac & Cheese • Yams • Boneless Fried Chicken • Beef & Cheese Empanada • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Banana Pudding |
√ Boneless Fried Chicken √ Beef & Cheese Empanada √ Banana Pudding |
First the overall. Everything here is fresh and made to order. The freshness came out in each item that I sampled, even the ones I didn't like as much. Let's start with the Boneless Fried Chicken. Crispy, flavorful, a very solid piece of chicken, for when you just want a good piece of chicken. The Beef & Cheese Empanada was the only thing that I was 100% sure whether was fresh or frozen, but either way, really tasty. Finally, the Banana Pudding was a banana exlosion of yummy in each bite. Smooth and creamy, and a very satisfying way to end a meal. The Mac & Cheese and Yams were on the better side of average. Seasoned Fries and Chocolate Chip Cookie were average. Onion Rings were crispy, but not very flavorful. Cornbread was the only item that I didn't consider very good. I would highly recommend a trip here when you get your next fried chicken craving. |
| CoCo's Tropical Ice 1 Swanson Rd. Auburn, MA 01501 (508) 407-8787 |
Dessert & Ice Cream | • Hot Fudge & Chocolate Gelati | √ Hot Fudge & Chocolate Gelati | If you're a fan of italian ice's, you'll probably really enjoy this place. The was the flavor that I chose to buy, but I sampled many of them, with mostly hits over misses. It's a variety of flavor combinations that work very well together. The ice's can be had with or without ice cream, as well as various toppings, and if you're passing by and looking for a refreshing snack, I'd definitely recommend a stop in. Also bonus points to the really nice and friendly owner who was more than happy to let me sample as many flavors as I wanted. |
| CocoRay's 197 Parker St. Lawrence, MA 01843 (978) 688-2626 |
Puerto Rican, Mexican | • Ground Beef Fritter • Ham & Cheese Empanada • Steak Taco |
I'm not sure what the story was with the Ground Beef Fritter, but it really just did not taste good at all. Ham & Cheese Empanada was ok but really didn't have a lot of flavor. Steak Taco was also very bland and flavorless. I will say you really can't beat the prices here, and the staff as super nice and friendly, but if the food just isn't there flavorwise..... | |
| Code 10 1638 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 375-6333 |
Hot Dog, Sandwiches | • Grilled Cheese Panini w/Tomato & Bacon • Hot Dog |
Both items were average. | |
| Coffee Break Cafe 12 Old Colony Ave. Quincy, MA 02170 (617) 773-9420 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Cafe | • Iced Coffee • Chocolate Chip Frozen Craving |
Possibly one of the worst Iced Coffees that I've ever had. It was basically water with a little (and I really mean little 'taste-wise') coffee mixed in. The Chocolate Chip Frozen Craving on the other hand gets honorable mention. Better than many of the blended drinks that I've tried at other places, but I can't say it quite had that wow factor. So, avoid for coffee (at least the iced version), but ok for that blended coffee drink fix. | |
| Coffee By Design 1 Diamond St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 879-2233 |
Coffee & Tea | • Iced Coffee • Hot Coffee |
√ Iced Coffee | The Iced Coffee was strong and tasty. Really what more do you need? The fact that I bought ground coffee to take home should give you an idea how much I like this place. Very friendly and knowledgable service. The Hot Coffee was also good, but just not quite as good as the iced. |
| Cold Stone Creamery 2 Wayside Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 270-2621 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream, Dessert | • Chocolate Ice Cream with fudge, chocolate chips, chocolate sprinkles, and M&Ms | Tough call on this one. The ice cream was certainly very tasty, but I don't feel that I can give it higher than honorable mention as I don't think it would've tasted nearly as good on its own without the add-ins. | |
| Colonel Blackinton Inn 203 N. Main St. Attleboro, MA 02703 (508) 222-6022 |
American (Traditional), Seafood, Venues & Event Spaces | • Arancini • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese (side) • Mushroom Risotto w/Steak Tips • Tiramisu |
Arancini had an odd sort of flavor that I couldn't identify but it didn't really work for me. Not horrible just not particularly good. French Onion Soup was on the better side of average. Super cheesy which I always appreciate, and an overall nice flavor. Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. Nothing super amazing but a nice hearty dish. Mushroom Risotto was definitely mushroomy, but I can't say too much more about it honestly. Accompanying Steak Tips were fine but similarly nothing too special. Tiramisu was very average. | |
| Comella's 33 Main St. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 369-9555 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Aunt Issy's Mess • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu |
√ Aunt Issy's Mess | A bit of a tough call with Aunt Issy's Mess, but ultimately I decided to give it the nod because it was a great combination of flavors that just worked very well together. Especially the sausage and the meatballs, which were both outstanding. There are a large variety of combinations that you can get, but this one definitely sang quite nicely to me. Pizza was good but average. Tiramisu was very average. |
| Common Man, The 10 Pollard Rd. Lincoln, NH 03251 (603) 745-DINE — Various Locations |
Seafood | • French Onion Soup • Pumpkin Ravioli • Camp Crackers • Apple Chicken • Baked Mac & Cheese • Mac & Cheese Pizza |
√ Pumpkin Ravioli | The Pumpkin Ravioli JUST made the full nod. It was partly due to the ravioli being small and bite sized, but mostly that each rav was like a little bite explosion of pumpkin goodness. The brownbutter sage was not as creamy as I would've liked, but it was still a tasty dish. Note that this item is listed as a seasonal special (which I suppose makes sense..) The French Onion Soup was on the better side of average, but not a standout. The Camp Crackers were basically (good) gobs of cheese on bread with garlic. Tasty, but really nothing special. The Apple Chicken was fine, and came with a bunch of nice fixin's with a nice apple-y undercurrent, but it still didn't really stand out for me. Baked Mac & Cheese gets honorable mention. Nice burnt cheese on top, fairly creamy within, and the pasta was decent. In simpler terms: good, no great wow factor, but a reasonably solid mac & cheese. It was also nice that they were willing to ½ portion it for me. Conversely, that same Mac & Cheese did not do as well on the Pizza. |
| Community Oven, The 845 Lafayette Rd. Hampton, NH 03842 (603) 601-6311 |
Pizza & Wings | • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Brownie |
Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was fine but nothing special. The Brownie was reasonably good, but I'm not sure that it was $5 good. Note that this dessert is typically supposed to come heated and with ice cream, but I sampled just the brownie on it's own. | |
| Congdon's Doughnuts 1090 Post Rd. Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-4219 |
Donuts | • Chocolate Chocolate Doughnut • Bavarian Cream Doughnut • Chocolate Chip Muffin • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Chocolate Chip Muffin | Just on the cusp of being worth the journey, this was a very solid and tasty muffin. Fresh, soft, very chocolate chippy, and flavorful. I would've liked it a tad moister, but am betting if you get this freshly baked, that would be the case. The Chocolate Chocolate and Bavarian Cream Doughnuts were both on the better side of average as far as doughnuts go, but can't say it was amazing. Same for the Chocolate Chip Cookie. |
| Contessa 3 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (212) 254-3000 |
Italian, Breakfast & Brunch, Cocktail Bars | • Sweet Corn Ravioli • Crema di Boston |
The Sweet Corn Ravioli had fresh pasta which was nice, but the flavor itself was very average. I thought the Crema di Boston would like a Boston Cream pie type of deal, it was mainly custard and chocolate ganache. Not too bad, but it had a weird watery consistency at the bottom. | |
| Cook 109 Chapel St. Needham MA, 02492 (781) 400-5927 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Brunch | • Wild Mushroom Flatbread • Smokey Pepper Grilled Cheese • Popcorn • Pretzel • Truffle Fries • Banana Tart |
√ Smokey Pepper Grilled Cheese | The Smokey Pepper Grilled Cheese is worth the journey here. Normally I feel like a grilled cheese sandwich is never cheesy enough, but in this case, it was perfectly balanced in both flavor and ingredients. Soft, perfectly toasted, and definitely had the "I don't want to stop eating this quality". Wild Mushroom Flatbread was good but average. Popcorn was on the far better side of average, with it's bacon and caramel flavors, and it's slightly spicy undertones, but it didn't have enough of an overall wow factor. Pretzel didn't really have a flavor at all. Easily passable (though might've been ok if used as sandwich bread). Truffle Fries and Banana Tart were average. |
| Cookie Time Bakery 1375 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02476 (781) 646-0121 |
Bakery | • Florentine • Chocolate Almond Macaroon • Chocolate Cream Sandwich • Brownie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Tuxedo |
√ Chocolate Almond Macaroon | [This place was formerly known as Lakota Bakery.] The Chocolate Almond Macaroon may just be the best cookie that I've ever had. An absolutely perfect harmony of flavors, amazing chocolate, and a satisfying crispiness in each bite. You MUST try these!!! The Tuxedo gets honorable mention. It's a soft chocolate cookie with a slightly harder chocolate center. Tasty, but I think it was just too overshadowed by the Chocolate Almond Macaroon to get a fair shot.:) The Florentine, Chocolate Cream Sandwich, and the Brownie were average. Oddly, the Chocolate Chip Cookie was on the worse side of average. |
| Coolidge Corner Clubhouse 307 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 566-4948 |
Sports Bar, Pub | • Chili Nachos • Pistachio Mud Pie • Portabella Mushroom Fingers • Super Bowl Salad • Coconut Chicken Salad |
√ Super Bowl Salad | Both of the salads were pretty decent (as far as a salad can be rated), however I have to give the nod to the Super Bowl Salad. It was very flavorful and tasty, with all of the ingredients being particularly fresh. This is the very definition of what a big fresh salad should be. The Coconut Chicken salad was also quite good, but just didn't quite sing to me as much as the other one. The Portabella Mushroom Fingers sounded good in concept, but not so much in execution. Ok, but nothing special. Same for the Mud Pie. On the unfortunate side, this was supposed to be one of the top contenders for best nachos, but proved to be a huge disappointment. Perhaps it was just the batch that I happen to get but, the cheese was very undermelted, there was hardly any chili on it, and it really just lacked any kind of real flavor. |
| Coop, The 110 Elm St. Millbury, MA 01527 (508) 865-3100 — Various Locations |
Chicken Wings, BBQ, Sandwiches | • Teriyaki Boneless Wings • Waffle Fry Cheeseburger Nachos • Brisket w/Mac & Cheese and Cole Slaw |
Teriyaki Boneless Wings were large and meaty, but didn't really have a super standout flavor. Waffle Fry Cheeseburger Nachos was ridiculously huge! And while it overall enjoyable, I frankly think I would've loved it more without the fries! Not cause they were bad in any way, but I really digging the "burger salad" part, and the fries just seemed to add unnecessary bulk. I'd put this overall on the better side of average. Brisket was fairly tasty but needed extra bbq sauce. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Mac & Cheese and Cole Slaw were both average. | |
| Coop Rotisserie, The 36 Main St. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 834-6432 |
Comfort Food, American (New), Latin American | • Coop Montaditas • Chicken Tenders • Beef Empanada • Chicken Burrito • Steak Tips • Caribbean Pineapple Rum Bread Pudding |
Coop Montaditas were basically like crispy tacos, an the flavors paired quite well together. It you're going to get an appetizer here, this is probably the one to get. Chicken Tenders were quite meaty and not overly breaded, and the flavor came through quite nicely. That said, after the first tender, the flavor got kind of boring. Beef Empanada was fine but didn't really speak to me. Chicken Burrito was massive with fillings. It was overall very enjoyable even if it didn't have an amazing standout flavor. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Steak Tips were ok, but it's never a good sign when the sides they come with seem to taste better than the meat. Not that they were bad, but just a little above average. Caribbean Pineapple Rum Bread Pudding was ok but a little dry. | |
| Coppa 253 Shawmut Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 391-0902 |
Tapas, Italian | • Mushroom Pizza • Arancini • Nutella Tiramisu |
Arancini had a nice crispiness, but was average flavorwise. Mushroom Pizza was similarly on the slightly better side of average. Nutella Tiramisu had very little to do with tiramisu, and would've been more aptly named as tiramisu cake. It was pretty good as that, but not even really enough even for honorable mention. | |
| Copper Door, The 15 Leavy Dr. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 488-2677 — Various Locations |
Steak, Comfort Food & American | • Cheddar Bacon Burger • Sirloin Steak Spring Rolls • French Onion Soup • Chocolate Sin Cake |
The French Onion Soup was average. As were the Sirloin Steak Spring Rolls. Cheddar Bacon Burger was a reasonably solid burger with a nice fresh bun, but I can't say it was anything amazing. Chocolate Sin Cake was about average as well. | |
| Copper House Tavern 380 Winter St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 890-8989 |
American, Comfort Food & Eclectic | • Ranchero Chili • Short Rib Quesadilla • Steak and Cheese Egg Rolls • French Onion Grilled Cheese with Bacon • Bangkok Chicken Curry • Mac and Cheese with Chicken & Applewood Bacon • Chocolate Chambord Fudge Cake • Banana Coconut Tart |
Mac and Cheese with Chicken & Applewood Bacon just makes honorable mention here. I think it's mostly due to the combination cheeses, but it was also quite well balanced. Ranchero Chili was enjoyable but not outstanding. Short Rib Quesadilla was average. French Onion Grilled Cheese with Bacon was on the better side of average, with the bread being fresh and crusty, and the bacon being crispy. The problem was that the bread/cheese ration was off. Steak and Cheese Egg Rolls were on the far better side of average, having no chewy pieces, but could've been cheesier. Banana Coconut Tart similarly gets rated as on the far better side of average. Good banana pudding, but the tart was somewhat lacking. Bangkok Chicken Curry was beyond average, having felt like it could've come out of a box. Chocolate Chambord Fudge Cake gets honorable mention. It was a really good piece of cake, and the frosting didn't make me feel like I was just eating butter, but it just didn't quite sing to me enough for the full nod. | |
| Coquette 450 Summer St. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 419-8140 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Pizza, Cocktail Bars | • Nonna Buns • Merda de Can • Borek Spring Rolls • Four Cheese Pizza • Chocolate & Coffee • Hazelnut & Caramel • Pistachio & Almond |
√ Four Cheese Pizza | Four Cheese Pizza was the standout here. Super thin and cheesy, and just an all around great flavor. I'd be excited to have this again. Borek Spring Rolls get honorable mention, as the shell maintained it's crunch even while sitting in sauce for a while, and was overall quite flavorful. Merda de Can can be skipped as it just really didn't taste like anything special. Nonna Buns were decent, but really needed like an oil to dip, or at the very least some butter or something (and this from someone who's not even a butter fan!). Soft and generally good, but somewhat plain. Of the 3 desserts, the Hazelnut & Caramel didn't really feel like it amounted to anything. Thin pastry triangles with little custard bulbs. Looked wonderful but lacking tastewise. Chocolate & Coffee was better but it still didn't really speak to me. Pistachio & Almond was probably the best of, but in and of itself I can't say it was extremely memorable. The all looked very pretty, but I'd stick to the pizza nad rolls here. |
| Corfinio 285 Washington St. Easton, MA 02356 (508) 238-2400 |
Italian & Pizza | • Arancini • Cacio e Pepe • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu |
Arancini was crispy but had very little flavor. Cacio e Pepe was good and hearty, but it's honestly kind of hard to rate. A good and enjoyable dish, but I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way for it. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was super thin which was nice, but I can't say the flavor was anything special. Tiramisu similarly had very little flavor. | |
| Coriander 5 Post Office Sq. Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-2300 |
Indian, South Asian | • Sweet Corn Soup • Coriander Vegetables Platter • Malai Kofta • Mysore Masala Dosa • Vegetables Biryani • Chicken Korma • Stuffed Bread Basket • Family Naan • Vegetables Momos • Mango Chutney • Kheer |
While there wasn't necessarily a single worth the journey dish here, this is one of those places where most all of the items are very tasty and this place as a whole is worth a stop in. Sweet Corn Soup was enjoyable but I wish it were a tad creamier. Of the items on the Coriander Vegetables Platter, I'd say stick with the Vegetable Pakora. The rest were ok but this was the tastiest item. Malai Kofta were tasty but not a standout. The sauce they come in however is great for dipping your naan though! Mysore Masala Dosa had a tasty dosa shell, and was good overall, but it wasn't a super standout for me. Vegetables Biryani was good but not amazing. Chicken Korma had nice tasty chicken and was an overall enjoyable dish. Again also worth having for naan dipping. Stuffed Bread Basket is a nice naan sampler, but I'd honestly say stick with the Family Naan as the bread of choice. This was the tastiest of the tasty for me and I give it honorable mention. I also think this bread would made a super tasty pizza crust though it may be a touch too thin for that use. Vegetables Momos were similarly yummy. Mango Chutney is nothing special, and the Kheer was probably my least favorite item. It may not sound like I was overly impressed with this place but nothing could be further from the truth. This place is definitely worth checking out if you're anywhere in the neighborhood and craving indian food! | |
| Cork 90 Front St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 994-9463 |
Wine Bar | • Chicken Empanadas • Philly Cheesesteak Spring Rolls • Chicken Dim Sum Dumplings • Truffle Fries (side) |
Chicken Empanadas were fine but a bit too doughy. Philly Cheesesteak Spring Rolls were on the better side of average but the steak didn't quite pop enough. Chicken Dim Sum Dumplings were on the far better side of average. Thoroughly enjoyable but nothing to make a trip for. Truffle Fries actually get honorable mention here for being crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a nice smattering of ingredients. It didn't have the wow factor, but I'd recommend trying this if you go. | |
| Corner Cafe 2000 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA 02050 (781) 837-8150 |
Breakfast & Sandwiches | • Hawaiian Grilled Cheese • Steak Bowl • Almond Joy Iced Coffee |
All items were fine but average. | |
| Corner Market, The 12 Concord St. Holliston, MA 01746 (774) 233-1966 |
Pizza, Mexican, Beer, Wine & Spirits | • Corner Club Panini • #12 Steak & Cheese • Pizza (slice) |
Corner Club Panini was fine if a little bready. #12 Steak & Cheese had really good meat, but was definitely over bready. That said, you can probably get this made with a different bread, so you might want to give that a try... Pizza was good but average. | |
| Corner Room, The 110 Exchange St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 879-4747 |
Italian | • Arancini • Garlic Bread • Baked Crespelle • Four Cheese Panini (L) |
The Arancini, Garlic Bread, and Baked Crespelle were all good but average. The Four Cheese Panini was preety bad. If there were really four cheeses in there, you'd never be able to tell just by the taste. Basically just bread and cheese, and overly bready at that. | |
| Corner Stop, The 235 Hull St. Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 875-3065 |
American | • Tomato Soup • Short Rib Empanadas • Wild Mushroom Flatbread • Organic Steak Burger • Chocolate Chip Cookies • Tiramisu |
Tomato Soup was on the slightly better side of average. Short Rib Empanadas were far more dough than meat, which was unfortunate. Wild Mushroom Flatbread had a nice crispiness and flavor, but I'd still only put it on the far better side of average. Organic Steak Burger had a nice soft bun, but there was not a lot of meat in the burger, and what was there was pretty average. Chocolate Chip Cookies were on the far better side of average, and probably the best thing sampled. Tiramisu was not particularly good. | |
| Cornerstone Artisanal Pizza 228 Main St. Ogunquit, ME 03907 (207) 646-4118 |
Pizza, American & Comfort Food | • Pumpkin Mac & Cheese • Potato Wedges • Baked Pretzel • Meats & Cheeses • Acorn Squash Pizza • Mushroom Pizza |
All items were fairly average. Not bad but not outstanding. | |
| Cosmica 40 Berkeley St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 313-7878 |
Mexican, Cocktail Bars | • Esquites • Brisket Taco |
Esquites was fine but a little spicy. The Brisket Taco was on the better side of average. Bonus points for ridiculously fast service. | |
| Cotton 75 Arms St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 622-5488 |
New American, Comfort Food | • Alomnd-Crusted Turkey Schnitzel | √ Almond Crusted Turkey Schnitzel | An unusual array of tastes, but that all taste great together. Certainly worth the journey. |
| Country Kitchen Donuts 745 Main St. Walpole, MA 02081 (508) 668-4044 |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Boston Cream Donut • Reeses Piece Cookie • Pistachio Muffin • Iced Coffee • Hot Coffee |
The Boston Cream Donut, Pistachio Muffin, and Reeses Piece Cookie were all fine but average. The Iced Coffee tasted like water with ice in it (could not taste any coffee whatsoever). Hot Coffee tasted like hot water. | |
| Crack'd Kitchen & Coffee 319 Lowell St. Andover, MA 01810 (978) 775-1775 Various Locations |
Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches | • Live Free or Die Breakfast Sandwich • Loaded Hash Browns • Nostalgia Iced Coffee |
Live Free or Die Breakfast Sandwich came on a nice soft fresh brioche bun, but somehow it was still a little bready for me. Also, it comes with a slightly runny egg apparently, which didn't really speak to me. Loaded Hash Browns looked amazong, and were pretty tasty, but really no great wow factor. Cheesy fried potatos. Nostalgia Iced Coffee is fun on paper, but pretty much just tasted like iced coffee. | |
| Cracker Barrel 1795 Andover St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 858-3717 — Various Locations |
Chain | • Fried Apples • Thick Cut Bacon • Double Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake |
All fairly average. | |
| Crave 10 Water St. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 834-6075 |
Wine Bar | • Deconstructed Corn • Pear Salad w/Pistachio Dressing • Burger • Tiramisu Truffle |
Deconstructed Corn was fine but nothing special. A nice idea but ultimately was just standard corn and corn chips. The Pear Salad was similarly good sounding but better on paper, with the dressing barely coming across as pistachio-y. Burger was hearty but also average. Tiramisu Truffle was interesting as it was gluten free, but was pretty decent. | |
| Crave Mad for Chicken 75 Kneeland St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 338-0188 |
Chinese, Asian | • Wonton Mozzarella Sticks • Parmesan Fries • Soy Garlic Boneless Wings |
√ Parmesan Fries | Somewhat surprisingly, the Parmesan Fries are the item to get here. They had an amazing crispiness that held up well against the truffle oil, and was one of those dishes that would be the perfect compliment if you're having a drink at this place. Wonton mozzarella Sticks were interesting on paper, but nothing special tastewise. Soy Garlic Boneless Wings were on the far better side of average. They were different in how thinly they were pounded, but tastewise I wouldn't say I'd "crave" them... (sorry:)), especially since they take 30 minutes to prepare! |
| Crazy Burger 144 Boon St. Narragansett, RI 02882 (401) 783-1810 |
Burgers, B.Y.O.B. | • Fries • Bangkok Slaw (side) • Corn & Sweet Potato Chowder • Risotto Corn Fritters • Bacon Mushroom Cheddar Burger • Red Cashew Filled Portabella Mushroom Cap |
√ Bacon Mushroom Cheddar Burger | The Bacon Mushroom Cheddar Burger was amazing. TThe meat was flavorful and well seasoned, the bacon had hardly any fat on it, and the whole combination just tasted great! As to the rest, I was very on the fence about the Risotto Corn Fritters, but had to stick with honorable mention only, as even though they were very tasty, they didn't have any specific Wow-factors. The Corn & Sweet Potato Chowder was also good, but would've been better a bit creamier. The fries were fries, but could certainly have been crispier, and the Bangkok Slaw and Red Cashew Filled Portabella Mushroom Cap were nothing special. |
| Crazy Dough's 2201 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02135 (617) 202-5769 |
Pizza | • Potato Bacon Cheddar Sicilian Pizza (slice) • Meat Lovers Pizza (slice) |
√ Potato Bacon Cheddar Sicilian Pizza | This may just be THE best sicilian slice that I've ever had! I can hardly begin to describe how good this is. Fresh and flavorful toppings, perfect crust. So amazing overall, I can hardly imagine being able to top this slice. A MUST TRY!! Meat Lovers Pizza was good but average (or possibly just THAT overshadowed by the amazing sicilian slice!) |
| Crazy Good Kitchen 268 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 936-4359 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Juice Bars & Smoothies | • Double Trouble Burger • Bacon Bird Sandwich • Steak & Cheese Fries w/Extra Cheese • Make it Rain Nutella Shake |
The Double Trouble Burger was on the far better side of average. A nice combination of flavors that worked well together. Bacon Bird Sandwich on the other hand was somehow the exact opposite. The flavors somehow didn't work well togther at all. Steak & Cheese Fries were on the better side of average but really didn't have a standout flavor, but were generally decent overall. Make it Rain Nutella Shake was fun on paper but average tastewise. | |
| Crepe Corner 2170 Broad St. Cranston, RI 02905 (401) 461-2170 |
Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Creperies | • Marco Crepe • Ham & Cheese Crepe • The Corner Waffle • Galette des Rois slice • Creme Brulee Bite • Chocolate Croissant |
Ham & Cheese Crepe was decent. It was enjoyable for what it was but felt like it needed a sauce or something. Just a little dry. Marco Crepe was similarly fine but just felt a little boring. Of the 3 pastries, the Galette des Rois slice wasn't bad. It was definitely different but I wish it had been a little bit, maybe softer or fluffier..? The Creme Brulee Bite was similarly interesting and a nice little poppable bite. Chocolate Croissant was average and didn't have a lot of chocolate within (though in fairness I find this to be the case with most chocolate croissants). The Corner Waffle, even with all of it's toppings was still way too dry to be enjoyable. I suppose you could ask for extra syrup but the balance of the dish would still be off. Also note that the service is EXTREMELY slow, even seemingly when it's not that busy. | |
| Crescent Ridge Dairy 407 Bay Rd. Sharon, MA 02067 (781) 784-5892 |
Ice Cream | • Extreme Chocolate Ice Cream • Oreo Ice Cream |
√ Extreme Chocolate Ice Cream | This place reminded me a lot of Richardson's. To that end, the Extreme Chocolate Ice Cream was very creamy and flavorful, and definitely worth the journey. Oreo on the other hand was good, but pailed in comparison. Get the former with their free chocolate sprinkles, and you'll be in chocolate bliss. |
| Cronin's Publick House 23 Des Moines Rd. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 786-9804 |
Irish, Steak | • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Teriyaki Steak Tips |
Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was a fairly good south shore bar pie, but it didn't really stand out. Teriyaki Steak Tips just make honorable mention for having a nice marinade, and very little chewiness. Worth a try. | |
| Crush Pizza 1250 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02109 (617) 481-9350 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Cafe | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • French Onion Steak & Cheese |
√ French Onion Steak & Cheese | French Onion Steak & Cheese gets the nod here. A really nice combination of flavors that I didn't wanna put down. Definitely worth a try here! Pizza was on the far better side of average. A very good thin crust option, but no real wow factor. |
| Cunard Tavern 24 Orleans St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-7609 |
American & Brewpub | • Short Rib Arancini • Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates • Boston & Albany Burger |
The Short Rib Arancini had a nice crisp, but were not especially flavorful. The Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates were a touch too fatty, but not too bad otherwise. Better side of average. The Boston & Albany Burger was actually a very meaty burger, and a nice and somewhat unusual combination of ingredients that played well together. It wasn't overly flavorful but I think it may have been overcooked a tad. Still, far better side of average I'd say. | |
| Cupcake City 137 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 944-0400 |
Cupcakes, Bakery & Dessert | • Hostess Cupcake • Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcake • S'mores Cupcake • Signature Chocolate Cupcake |
The Hostess Cupcake, S'mores Cupcake, and the Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcake were on the better side of average, but still average. The Signature Chocolate Cupcake just makes honorable mention. A very nice blend of flavors, but no wow factor. | |
| Cupcakes 101 132 Beford Center Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 488-5962 |
Bakery, Cafe | • Chocolate Cupcake • Blue Hawaiian Punch Cupcake • Luck of the Irish Cupcake • Cookie Dough Cupcake |
√ Blue Hawaiian Punch Cupcake | So, I'm specifying the Blue Hawaiian Punch Cupcake as the one worth the journey, but really any of the ones that I tried, and I suspect any that they make will be of fairly equal goodness. Moist cupcake and flavorful frosting equals a happy cupcake fan:). |
| Cure 189 State St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 427-8258 |
American, Comfort Food & Brunch | • Bleu Cheese Stuffed Dates • Fall Mushroom Forestiere • French Onion Soup • Espresso-Stout Braised Short Ribs • Pear and Mascarpone Sacchetto • Cornbread Skillet (side) • Black Forbidden Rice-Mushroom Risotto (side) |
√ French Onion Soup | The French Onion Soup here is hard to describe. It was like the soup, which was just very tasty to begin with, got absorbed in perfect proportion by the bread, which had a nice layer of melted, browned cheese baked on it. And when all the flavors were swirled together, they made for a vry happy experience. I know this isn't the clearest description, but try it for yourself and you'll get the idea. The Fall Mushroom Forestiere gets honorable mention for a nice combination of flavors that play well together. It wasn't a solid hit, but you probably won't be disappointed. Bleu Cheese Stuffed Dates, Cornbread Skillet, Espresso-Stout Braised Short Ribs, Black Forbidden Rice-Mushroom Risotto were all fine but nothing outstanding. Pear and Mascarpone Sacchetto was good, but the flavors did quite stand out for me as much as I'd hoped per the description. |
| Cusser's Roast Beef and Seafood 304 Stuart St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 917-5193 |
Seafood, Sandwiches | • Hot Dog | The Hot Dog was frankly too thick, and ended up having chewy pieces all across it, not to mention that it was virtually flavorless. This is not the place to go for a hot dog... | |
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| D. Palmieri's Bakery 624 Killingly St. Johnston, RI 02919 (401) 621-9357 |
Bakery | • Pizza Strips • Tomato Garlic Pizza (slice) • Root Beer Chicken Wings • Cream Puff • Bavarian Cream Puff • Eclair • Tiramisu • Brownie • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Chocolate Fudge Cake |
√ Root Beer Chicken Wings | The Root Beer Chicken Wings were surprisingly good! Not overly root beer-y, but a nice flavor accent to wings that were not even greasy in the first place. These are one of the few pieces of boned meat that I've enjoyed eating. The Pizza Strip was good, but it was more for the sauce than the Pizza Strip itself. If you're a fan of heavy garlic, you'll definitely like the Tomato Garlic Pizza. It was a cheese-less slice which kind of deterred me, and honestly I'd classify this not as much 'pizza', but more like an 'italian snack' of sorts. You'll have to judge this one for yourselves. The Cream Puff had really good cream, but the shell could've been a bit fresher. The Bavarian Cream Puff had sort of the opposite problem. The shell was pretty fresh, but the bavarian cream did not have any sort of special flavor. The Eclair is pretty much the same as the Bavarian Cream Puff. The Tiramisu was on the better side of average. If you prefer your Tiramisu on the creamier side, you should definitely try this one. The Brownie was very fudgy, but not particularly flavorful. The Chocolate Mousse Cake was on the worse side of average. The Chocolate Fudge Cake had an unusual flavor, and not in a good way.... |
| D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches 286 W. Main Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 485-8579 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Chain | • Pastrami & Swiss • Classic Vegetable • Number 9 • Turkey Club • Tuna Salad • Thanksgiving Toasted • M&M Cookie • Brownie • Blondie |
√ Tuna Salad Pocket | —THIS REVIEW IS ADMITTEDLY BIASED—. If it hasn't been noticed through general perusal of my menu choices, there is a very conspicuous and intentional lack of seafood dishes. I'm typically not a big fan. D'Angelo Tuna Salad however is the exception to the "rule". There's something about the combination of the tuna with the D'Angelo bread (pita pocket only), that just seems to work. I wouldn't say it's the tastiest thing on the menu, but I felt it was tasty enough (not to mention healthy enough) to be categorized as a dish worth the journey. That said, you can't really go too wrong with any of the sandwiches from D'Angelo, assuming you're not expecting anything too much beyond your typical sandwich take-out spot. I'd recommend staying away from the desserts here however. The cookies are fairly average, but the brownie/blondie will sit like a brick. |
| Da LaPosta 825 Washington St. Newton, MA 02460 (617) 964-2665 |
Italian | • Focaccia di Recco • Suppli • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • My Mom's Tiramisu |
Focaccia di Recco was kind of like a toppingless pizza essentially, which was unexpected. It by no means tasted bad but I just felt like I'd ordered 2 pizzas instead of one. Suppli, which are basically egg shaped arancini (or at least they were egg shaped in this case), were on the better side of average. No amazing flavor, but a slight crisp and a nice cheesiness. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza had a nice thin crust, but I'd only rate it on the better side of average overall. My Mom's Tiramisu was a different take on tiramisu, which came in a glass, but also had a nice spreading of chocolate chunks throughout, which I really liked. I'd put it on the far better side of average overall, but not really sure if I'd label it as tiramisu frankly. | |
| Da Vinci Bistro 457 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 261-5330 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Arancini • Pumpkin Mezzaluna • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu • Masala Ravioli |
Arancini was on the far better side of average. A great crunch, and nicely cheesy, but not overly flavorful. Pumpkin Mezzaluna was on the slightly better side of average. Chicken Parm tasted pretty bad with tough chicken. Tiramisu was the pudding type rather than a slice of cake, and was not especially flavorful. Masala Ravioli was an interesting take on indian/italian fusion. It had a slight kick without being overly spicy. I'd have to place this dish on the far better side of average. | |
| Daddy Jones 525 Medford St. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 690-9095 |
Comfort Food | • Fries • Mac Daddy |
Fries get honorable mention for having a nice crispiness and flavor. Mac Daddy was fine, but nothing special flavorwise. | |
| Daddy's Dairy 120 Union St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 848-0048 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream & Chocolate & Candy | • Banana Pudding • Death By Chocolate • Extreme Chocolate • Pistachio • Rocky Road • S'mores • Chocolate Madness (soft serve) |
√ S'mores √ Pistachio |
So I finally figured out how this place can manage to have like 200 flavors of soft-serve. It's actually really only 2 flavors of soft serve (chocolate and vanilla), topped with artificial flavorings and toppings to get to their listed soft serve "flavors". So to that end, while I was wanting to try a whole bunch of these different flavors, I opted to one soft serve and the rest as more standard hard flavors. So the Chocolate Madness was pretty good. I wouldn't call it anything super amazing, but as far as soft serves go I was certainly happy with it. As far as the hard flavors, S'mores just gets the full nod. It was very true to form with a nice burst of graham cracker flavor. Pistachio similarly had a really nice burst of pistachio flavor. Not sure that these 2 would mix particuarly well, but I recommend trying them both! Death By Chocolate and Extreme Chocolate were both good, and I'd have to give a slight edge to the Extreme Chocolate (for us chocoholics). Rocky Road was comparitively average. Banana Pudding didn't really speak to me. |
| Dairy Joy 331 North Rd. Weston, MA 02493 (781) 894-2600 |
Ice Cream, Burgers | • Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Vanilla Soft Serve | It was definitely very tasty, but no better or worse than others I've had. | |
| Dairy Queen 323 N. Main St. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 655-3839 — Various Locations |
Chain, Ice Cream | • Mushroom Swiss Grillburger • Dipped Soft Serve Twist • Fries • Chocolate Extreme & M&M Blizzard |
√ Dipped Soft Serve Twist | The Dipped Soft Serve Twist is Worth The Journey here. A very smooth and tasty consistency, with a nice contrasting cruncy from the chocolate shell. One of the top soft serves out there. The Mushroom Swiss Grillburger was very chewy and unappetizing. Fries were fries. The Chocolate Extreme & M&M Blizzard was also average. |
| Danish Pastry House 330 Boston Ave. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 396-8999 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Mousse Cup • Florentine Cookie With Creme • Almond Croissant • Almond Kringle • Hazelnut Mousse Ball • Bavarian Creme Log With Strawberries |
√ Chocolate Mousse Cup | The Chocolate Mousse Cup was amazing. A great flavor and perfectly smooth consistency. The Chocolate Chip Cookie, Hazelnut Mousse Ball, and Almond Croissant were just bad. The Almond Kringle was unusual and gets honorable mention. The Bavarian Creme Log With Strawberries was good but nothing special. |
| Dan'l Webster Inn 149 Main St. Sandwich, MA 02563 (800) 444-3566 |
Seafood, Inn | • French Onion Soup (L) or (Br) • Sweet Potato & Bacon Pizza (L) or (Br) • Tiramisu |
√ French Onion Soup √ Sweet Potato & Bacon Pizza |
Two standouts here. The French Onion Soup had a very nice slight creaminess to it, but I think it was the unusual cheese combination which put me over the top on this soup. Very tasty & hearty all the way through. The Sweet Potato & Bacon Pizza also sported an usual flavor combination which blended beautifully & played quite well together. Definitely worth a journey for these 2 items. Tiramisu was average. |
| Dante's Kitchen 315 Main St. E. Greenwich, RI 02818 (401) 398-7798 |
Southern, Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Pecan Smoked Bacon (side) |
Both items were fine but fairly standard. | |
| Darby's Bakery 76 Central St. W. Boylston, MA 01583 (508) 835-6789 |
Bakery, Take-out & Cupcakes | • Marshmallow Madness Cupcake • Cookie Dough Cupcake • Boston Cream Cupcake • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Yadda Yadda Yadda Cookie • Homemade Candybar |
All of the cupcakes had icing that tasted frozen and hard, and just not all that flavorful. Also, they were very messy, especially the Marshmallow Madness Cupcake. Cookie Dough Cupcake was probably best of the 3, but still not all that great. Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. Yadda Yadda Yadda Cookie is basically an everything cookie that mostly tastes like an oatmeal raisin. Fine but nothing outstanding. Homemade Candybar was basically like a brownie with a bar of chocolate on top. An interesting combination but it didn't really speak to me in any special way. | |
| Dave & Buster's 271 Mishawum Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 496-4900 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Burgers | • Philly Steak Rolls • Fries • Triple Chocolate Cake |
All were basically pretty average (which was about what I expected). Nothing bad just nothing amazing. | |
| Dave's Diner 390 W. Grove St. Middleboro, MA 02346 (508) 923-4755 |
Diner & Burgers | • Gid's Cranberry Apple Nut Pancakes | The pancakes were fine. A little heavy and I think they would've benefitted from having the apples cut up more instead of having whole large slices cooked into the batter. | |
| Dave's Hot Chicken 300 Mishawum Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 787-0314 — Various Locations |
Chicken Shop, Halal | • 1 Tender & 1 Slider Combo | There was really very little difference between the 2 items beyond one being between bread. That said I'd give both of them honorable mention as the chicken was actually pretty good! The fries were average. If I absolutely had to pick one I guess I'd say go Slider since it's more texturess and the roll was fresh. | |
| David Burke Prime 350 Trolley Line Blvd. Mashantucket, CT 06338 (860) 312-8753 |
Steak | • 40 Day Dry-Aged Burger (L) • French Onion Soup • Maple Glazed Double Cut Pepper Bacon • David Burke's Cheesecake Lollipop Tree for Two |
√ 40 Day Dry-Aged Burger | Here's the thing about the 40 Day Dry-Aged Burger...it might not have been the best burger I've ever tasted per se, but I've never understood before this one what meat melting in your mouth means. I had to give the full nod mostly for that reason, but it actually was pretty flavorful with a nice mix of ingredients. Maple Glazed Double Cut Pepper Bacon was ok, but seemed more like a showpiece in that it comes to the table in 3 strips that hang individually upside down. Just ok flavorwise. The Cheesecake Lollipop Tree was similarly more for show, in that it was just ok flavorwise. French Onion Soup was very well presented and tasty. Honorable mention for this dish. |
| David's Restaurant 22 Monument Sq. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 773-4340 |
New American | • Crispy Potstickers with Asian Beef • Chef's Ice Cream Smush In • White Chocolate Mousse |
The Crispy Potstickers with Asian Beef was good but nothing special. Same for the Chef's Ice Cream Smush In and White Chocolate Mousse. | |
| Davio's 75 Arlington St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 357-4810 — Various Locations |
Italian, Steak | • Philly Cheese Steak Spring Rolls • Chicken Parm Spring Rolls • Potato Gnocchi • Onion Rings (side) • Goat Cheese Puffs (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Sweet Potato Fries • Tiramisu • Cookie Plate • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
The Philly Cheese Steak and Chicken Parm Spring Rolls were both good but average flavorwise. Onion Rings were more like strings, and didn't really have a ton of flavor. Potato Gnocchi were not particularly flavorful. Goat Cheese Puffs were fine, but no great standout flavor. Mac & Cheese gets honorable mention for an excellent balance of cheesy flavor and fresh pasta. It didn't quite have the wow factor, but was still enjoyable. Sweet Potato Fries, Tiramisu, Chocolate Mousse Cake, and the Cookie Plate were all average. | |
| Davis BBQ 145 Redstone Hill Rd. Sterling, MA 01564 (978) 286-8888 |
BBQ | • 3 Meat Combo • Gouda Mac & Cheese (side) • Fried Cornbread (side) |
All 3 meats were fine but didn't rally sing to me. I suppose the turkey was probably the best of the bunch. Again, nothing bad, just nothing special. Gouda Mac & Cheese was on the far better side of average as it had a nice cheesiness going for it. I would've loved it to be a touch creamier but still definitely worth trying. Fried Cornbread was nothing special. | |
| Dbar 1236 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 265-4490 |
Cocktail Lounge | • Provincetown Brewed Broccoli & Cheddar Soup • Grilled Beef Skewers • Queso Fundido With Chorizo • Marinated Grilled Steak Tips • Braised Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas • Mac & Cheese (side) • Fries (side) • Banana Ice Cream |
√ Queso Fundido With Chorizo | Let me start out by saying that this is one of those places where nearly all of the food, and the overall vibe was just super enjoyable. Queso Fundido With Chorizo gets the full nod here, with the exception of the size of the dish. It was a tiny amount of queso, but what was there was so tasty it's probably worth ordering 2 orders. Vey creamy and full of flavor. Moreover, Provincetown Brewed Broccoli & Cheddar Soup, Grilled Beef Skewers, and Marinated Grilled Steak Tips all get honorable mention. The soup was hearty and filling, and both meats popped with flavor. You will not be disappointed with any of these. Braised Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas was good but didn't quite stand out as much as the others. Both sides were fine but can probably be skipped for better things. Banana Ice Cream was an enjoyable ending to meal but I wouldn't call it a standout. Between the fun drinks and casual vibe, this place is definitely worth a stop in! |
| Deadhorse Hill 281 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 (774) 420-7107 |
New American, Cafes | • Burger | The Burger was decent and meaty. I'd put it on the far better side of average, though note that it's messy to eat. Bonus points for really fun and well made drinks at this place. | |
| Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House 250 Northern Ave. Suite 200 Boston, MA 02210 (617) 951-1368 |
Steak, Chain | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Onion Rings • Banana Bread Pudding |
Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were on the better side of average. Onion Rings were the biggest cut I've ever seen, but were very lacking in the flavor department. Banana Bread Pudding was good but average. | |
| Delfino 754 South St. Roslindale, MA 02131 (617) 327-8359 |
Italian, French | • Pumpkin Raviolis • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
Pumpkin Raviolis gets honorable mention. It didn't have the wow factor, but was a very solid and tasty dish. Chicken Parm was good in some parts but stringy in others. Tiramisu was on the better side of average. | |
| Del's Frozen Lemonade 446 Central Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02861 (401) 727-3357 — Various Locations |
Shop | • Lemonade Icee | Nothing special here at all. | |
| Deluxe Town Diner 627 Mount Auburn St. Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 926-8400 |
Diner, American Casual | • Corn Beef Hash Omelette • Sweet Potato Pancake • Cheese Fries • Boston Creme Pie • Chocolate Fudge Pie |
Sweet Potato Pancake gets honorable mention. Unusual with a cinnamony taste, but it didn't quite have the pop to give it the full nod. Still, you won't be disappointed. Corn Beef Hash Omelette was on the better side of average. The Cheese Fries, as far as the fries themselves were fine, but the cheese sauce was congealed from the moment it hit the table, and stirring it did not help... In similar vein, Boston Creme Pie lacked any kind of flavor, and Chocolate Fudge Pie tasted literally like fudge that was made within a pie crust. It just didn't work, possibly cause the fudge was not that good. | |
| Denny's 38 Commercial Rd. Leominster, MA 01453 (978) 534-0311 — Various Locations |
Chain, Breakfast | • Ultimate Omelette • Cheese Fries • Nachos • Appetizer Sampler • Hershey's Chocolate Cake |
The Ultimate Omelette was tasty but nothing special. The Cheese Fries, Appetizer Sampler, & Nachos were ok, but also nothing special. The Hershey's Chocolate Cake was better than I had thought it would be, but that's still not saying much... No winners here. | |
| DeNo's 2040 Centre St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 469-3220 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Potato Skin Pizza | √ Potato Skin Pizza | This one just made the cut, but between it's semi-unusual flavor combination, and a very soft tasty crust, I gave it the nod. Based upon this sampling, I'd wager the same would hold true for pretty much any pizza type here. |
| Depot Street Tavern 45 Depot St. Milford, MA 01757 (508) 488-6844 |
American Casual, Pub & Brunch | • Depot Burger • Steak Tips • Baked Mac 'n Cheese |
Depot Burger was made with a Portuguese muffin which is like a super soft english muffin. A very nice convention for a somewhat standard (and messy) burger. Steak Tips and Baked Mac 'n Cheese were also both average. | |
| Derby, The 189 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 740-2337 |
American, Pubs, Breakfast & Brunch | • Deviled Eggs • Bacon Fat Biscuits • Street Corn Nachos • Che Che Che Cheesesteak • Gran Mac Tacos |
Deviled Eggs were fine but average. Bacon Fat Biscuits were dry and nothing too special. Street Corn Nachos had jalapenos chopped up and mixed within the ingredients rather than layered on top which is more common, so they were spicier than I wanted them to be. Further, the accompanying chili was also more spicy than I would've liked, so overall these were on the slightly worse side of average for me. However if you're a fan of slightly spicier nachos you might enjoy. Che Che Che Cheesesteak was a little too bready in the ratio (even though the bread itself wasn't bad), but I'd still put it in the somewhat average category (except that it's quite large relatively). Gran Mac Tacos were an interesting take (essentially a Big Mac but in a taco without bread and only one patty), but it was one of those better on paper deals. | |
| Dessertworks 302 Providence Hwy. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 708-9088 |
Dessert, Bakery, Take-out | • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Tiramisu • Boston Cream Pie • Hostess Cupcake • Chocolate Cake • Eclair • Brownie |
√ Hostess Cupcake | Their version of the Hostess Cupcake was surprisingly good. I'd attribute it to the fact that top of the cupcake was actually a little cream dome hidden in a soft chocolate shell. An unexpected but very welcome bonus when biting into this treat. The cake was soft and moist, and I'd highly recommend a stop in for this item. I can honestly say that pretty much every other item sampled was between average and the slightly worse side of average. Still with that cupcake. |
| Deuxave 371 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 517-5915 |
American, French | • 9 Hour French Onion Soup • Duck Fat Fries (side) • Mocha Sponge Cake |
9 Hour French Onion Soup was good but average. Duck Fat Fries get honorable mention, as these are the type with a flavor and crunch that you wish all sides at fries at restaurants were like. Not amazing in and of themselves, but just a very decent side. Mocha Sponge Cake was pretty but nothing special flavorwise. | |
| DeWolf Tavern 259 Thames St. Bristol, RI 02809 (401) 254-2005 |
New American, Outdoor Dining | • Naan Pizza • Naan "Philly" Filet Mignon Sandwich |
The Naan "Philly" Filet Mignon Sandwich gets honorable mention, mainly due to how good the meat was. The naan, while fine, wasn't really anything special as far as naan's go. Thus, the Naan Pizza was fine but average. | |
| DiBlasi's Subs 616 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617) 389-9337 |
Sandwiches | • Steak Bomb Sub | Steak Bomb Sub was average. | |
| Diesel Cafe 257 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 629-8717 |
Coffee & Tea, Cafe | • Coffee • Iced Coffee • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Congo Bar |
The Congo Bar and Coffee gets honorable mention here. The bar had a good chewiness, and a good amount of chocolate chippiness per bite. It would have gotten the nod if it had been just a touch moister, but maybe getting there when it's freshly made...? The coffe was a very solid good tasting cup of coffee. It didn't have any amazing wow-facotr, but if you're looking for a good cup of joe, this is the a good place to go. Iced Coffee was decent but not amazing. Cookie was average. | |
| Dillon's Local 21 S. Park Ave. Plymouth, MA 02360 (774) 404-7913 |
Comfort Food, Irish & American Casual | • Pretzel's & Beer Cheese • Shepherd's Pie Croquettes • Bourbon Steak Tips |
Pretzel's & Beer Cheese was good but average. Shepherd's Pie Croquettes was an interesting and unusual take on the classic dish, and actually worked reasonably well. While not a super standout, it was enjoyable for what it was and worth trying if you're there. Bourbon Steak Tips were on the slightly better side of average for a good marinade, but were still a little too chewy for full enjoyment. | |
| Dino's 141 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-1991 |
Italian, Sandwiches | • Baked Fettuccini • Pumpkin Tortellini • Steak & Cheese Sub |
First off, the Steak & Cheese Sub is a massive 16 inches long (and that's the only size they serve it in). Tastewise I'd put it on the better side of average. You'll definitely get your money's worth if nothing else. Pumpkin Tortellini was disappointingly and surprisingly flavorless. Baked Fettuccini on the other hand was on the far better side of average. I'd recommend that one as the thing to try here if you're going to stop in. | |
| Dire Wolf Tavern 87 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-9600 |
Sushi Bars, American, Breakfast & Brunch | • Beef Empanadas • Cool Asian Salad • IBC Root Beer Marinated Steak Tips • Rice Pudding |
Beef Empanadas were actually decent. I feel like the brisket itself was actually relaly good, but the empanada shell was not the proper vessel for it. Maybe try it solo or in a sandwich. IBC Root Beer Marinated Steak Tips were fine but really backgrounded insofar as the root beer-iness. Rice Pudding was a surprisingly large dish, with hazelnuts and mandarin slices throughout, and was actually quite enjoyable. Far better side of average for this type of dish. Cool Asian Salad had an interesting combination of ingredients, but I can't say it really came together in any overly magical way. | |
| Dirty Italian, The 144 Old Colony Ave. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 843-9949 |
Sandwiches, Italian, Fruits & Veggies | • Iron Works Sandwich | A decent enough sandwich but really nothing to write home about. | |
| Dirty Water Dough 222 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 262-0090 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | The Pepperoni Pizza was nice and thin, and fairly enoyable, but no real wow factor. Still, no disappointments. | |
| District Kitchen 2 Florence St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 480-3113 |
Asian, Fusion & Eclectic | • Vege Spring Rolls • Beef Teriyaki • Aromatic Crispy Beef • Chicken Fried Rice |
Beef Teriyaki had a slight spiciness to it that I didn't actually mind as it wasn't over the top. Aromatic Crispy Beef was on the better side of average as it had a really texture and flavor. Chicken Fried Rice gets honorable mention as the rice felt very nice and light and wasn't overly filling, and the ingredients worked together very well. No amazing wow facotr but still quite enjoyable. Vege Spring Rolls was the only dish that was very average. Overall I'd say that you won't be disappointed with a stop in at this place if you're in the neighborhood. Bonus points for ridiculously fast service. | |
| DJ's Family Sports Pub 165 Yarmouth Rd. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 775-9464 — Various Locations |
Sports Bar, Hot Dog | • Chili (cup) • Curly Q Fries • DJ's Day After Thanksgiving Sandwich |
Honorable mention for the Curly Q Fries, for a good crunch and decent flavor. Chili, and DJ's Day After Thanksgiving Sandwich were good but average. | |
| dNB Craft Kitchen 22 Elm St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (774) 202-0118 |
Burgers, Comfort Food & French Fries | • Custom Burger w/Herb Fries | √ Custom Burger | The Burger gets the full nod here. The customization level is nice, and the meat was very flavorful with no chewy bits. It may not be the best ever but I think you'll be quite happy with a stop in at this place. Herb Fries were also quite tasty, and it's nice that you can get various sauces as dips for them on the side. |
| Doc Popcorn South Shore Plaza 250 Granite St. Braintree, MA 02184 — Various Locations |
Specialty Foods | • Sweet Butter Popcorn • Cheddar Popcorn |
√ Sweet Butter Popcorn √ Cheddar Popcorn |
So here's the deal. I sampled about 6 of these popcorns, and all were pretty good. I picked these 2 as the best because they seemed to have the most flavor (to me), but I don't think you can really go wrong here. If you have a popcorn craving, make this journey. |
| Doggz & Hoggz 781 Main St. Falmouth, MA 02540 (508) 548-3663 |
Hot Dog, American Casual & BBQ | • Chili Cheese Dog • Brisket |
Chili Cheese Dog is on the far better side of average. Brisket was also on the far better side of average. I feel like it's the kind of place where if you visit, you won't be too disappointed. Bonus points for super friendly service! | |
| Dom's Sausage Co. 10 Riverside Park Malden, MA 02148 (781) 324-1310 |
Italian, Sandwiches & Take-out | • Steak Tips • Onion Rings • Steak Bomb Sub |
√ Steak Tips | Some of the best Steak Tips I've had. Flavorful marinade with minimal chewiness. Really my only problem was that there weren't more of them! Onion Rings on the slightly worse side of average. Steak Bomb Sub was decent (and the bread was very fresh), but I feel like it's so overshadowed by the goodness of the tips that it's hard to recommend though you wouldn't be sad if you had this iteration). |
| Domenic's 987 Main St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 899-3817 |
Italian, Sandwiches | • Chicken Parm Panini • Arancini • Zucchini Fritatta • Beef Empanada |
The Chicken Parm Panini was on the slightly better side of average. Bread was crusty but not overly flavorful. Arancini had a nice crunch and gooey consistency on the inside. I imagine these might be really good fresh out of the oven, but not as much if they've been sitting out a bit. Still on the better side of average though. Both the Zucchini Fritatta and the Beef Empanada were nothing special. | |
| Domino's 53 Winn St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 229-1330 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Pizza | • Pizza (multiple varieties) • Chicken Kickers • Cheesy Bread • Cinna Stix |
What can you say about Dominos.. they're nothing if not dependable. When you order, you pretty much know what you're getting. Now that's not to say that there's really anything wrong with it (at least as far as the pizza is concerned). It's dependably average, but quick, easy, and cheap. Best choice on the menu would probably be the Philly Cheese Steak Pizza in thin-crust. | |
| Don & Gigi's 88 Union St. Attleboro, MA 02703 (508) 455-0464 |
Italian, Pizza, Seafood | • Mozzarella Sticks • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
√ Chicken Parm | Chicken Parm was excellent here. Thin and flavorful chicken that I absolutely did not want to stop eating. Make the journey for this parm! You could see that the Mozzarella Sticks were made fresh, and taste it in the flavor. They didn't quite have the wow-facotr, but you wouldn't be disappointed with these. Arancini were the larger sized ones, and were covered in sauce so didn't really have a ton of crispiness (the sauce was quite good though). Decent, but not amazing. Pizza was thin crust and reasonably good. Far better side of average. |
| Dona Habana 811 Massachusetts Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 708-0796 — Various Locations |
Cuban & Latin America | • Tabla De Jamon Y Queso • Beef Empanadas • Ham Croquettes • Boniato • Casava Chips • Papas Rellenas • Vaca Frita • Ropa Vieja • Cuban Bread Pudding |
Tabla De Jamon Y Queso was a nice spread, but tasted average. Ham Croquettes were on the slightly better side of average. Boniato and Casava Chips were fine. As were the Beef Empanadas and the Papas Rellenas. Vaca Frita was on the better side of average. Ropa Vieja was just ok. Cuban Bread Pudding was good but average. | |
| Donna's Donuts 2106 Main St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 988-0010 |
Donuts, Bakery | • Cheeseburger Donut • Boston Cream Donut • Cream Filled Donut • Double Chocolate Muffin • Asiago Cheese Bagel |
√ Cream Filled Donut √ Double Chocolate Muffin √ Asiago Cheese Bagel |
The Cheeseburger Donut was the original and only food intended when I visited this destination. However, it turned out to be the least interesting thing that I tried (though admitted it had the most original look!). A definite better-on-paper-than-execution item. But, the rest of the items were a complete 180 from this. The Asiago Cheese Bagel was excellent. Very fresh and flavorful, soft yet with just a slight crunch to the outside. A definite contender for best bagel. The Cream Filled Donut is listed as worth the journey more as a representation than a specific to that donut. Both it and the Boston Cream were amazingly good. Soft, fresh, and flavorful..one of the best donuts that I've ever had. A definite contender for best donut. Best bagel and best donut potentially in one place..how convenient! Lastly, the Double Chocolate Muffin was not quite the best I've had, but between it's freshness and amount of chocolate on top and chocolate chips within, I HAD to give it the nod... Overall, an excellent find in this place. |
| Donut Factory, The 7 Howland Rd. Fairhaven, MA 02719 (774) 425-4179 — Various Locations |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches | • Asiago Bagel w/Oreo Cream Cheese • Steak & Cheese Steam Pocket • Tiramisu Coffee • Boston Cream Donut • Death By Chocolate Donut |
Asiago Bagel w/Oreo Cream Cheese was obviously a little unusual. I didn't have any issue with the sweet & salty combo, but the way they do this is to take a standard cream cheese base and mix it with other flavorings and mix-ins. I'm not saying there's anything wrong with this, but it somehow just didn't end up tasting quite right (even just the cream cheese itself). The bagel by itself was fine but average. Moving on, the Tiramisu Coffee was essentially just plain coffee with a flavoring syrup mixed in. Fine, but didn't really stand out for me. As to the 2 donuts sampled, they were fine, and I enjoyed how the chocolate one was put together, but honestly neither really spoke to me. Creative, but average tasting. Steak & Cheese Steam Pocket was basically like a steak & cheese sandwich baked into a little dough pocket. An interesting take but neither the dough not the steak was all that flavorful. | |
| Donut King 411 Middle St. Weymouth, MA 02189 (781) 335-0524 |
Coffee & Tea, Donuts, Breakfast | • Boston Cream Donut • Oreo Cookie Cream Donut • Cannoli Donut • Blueberry Muffin |
All 3 donuts were on the better side of average, with the best of the bunch probably being the Boston Cream Donut. All were very fresh, but just didn't quite pop for me. Blueberry Muffin was on the slightly better side of average for smiliar reasoning. | |
| Donut Stand, The 22 South St. Hopkinton, MA 01748 (508) 625-1083 |
Donuts | • Boston Cream Donut • Belgian Chocolate Ganache Donut • Black & White Donut |
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| Donut Villa Diner 20 Prospect St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 714-5018 — Various Locations |
Donuts | • Boston Cream Donut • Hazelnut Nutella Donut • Chocolate Honey Glazed • Custom Omelette |
All of the Donuts were good but average. The Omelette was an omelette. | |
| Donuts With A Difference 35 Riverside Ave. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 396-1021 |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Boston Cream Donut | The Boston Cream Donut was good, but average overall. | |
| Doogie's 2525 Berlin Tpke. Newington, CT 06111 (860) 666-3647 |
Hot Dog, Burgers | • Classic Philly Cheesesteak • Chili Cheeze Fries • The Works Dog |
√ The Works Dog √ Chili Cheeze Fries |
Doogie's holds the current top billing for best hot dog. It's a perfectly prepped dog, whose toppings compliment the flavor very well. It's messy to eat but well worth it. Chili Cheeze Fries also get the nod here, with the fries being SO tasty, that you really don't even need ketchup. Now that's saying something... And with the chili & the cheese to compliment, this and the Works Dog is just a can't miss meal. The Classic Philly Cheesesteak gets honorable mention here, as it IS tasty, and far better than many I have had, but I can't quite give it the full nod as it doesn't "quite" have that wow factor. |
| Dotty's Kitchen & Raw Bar 1250 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 481-9694 |
Seafood, Beer Bar, Cocktail Bars | • French Onion Dip • Bacon Wrapped Dates • Corn Chowder • Smash Burger |
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| Double Bull, The 210 Andover St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 817-3670 |
Burgers, Beer Gardens, Pizza | • Spicy Candied Bacon • Mexican Street Tots • Nachos • Burger #7 • Truffled Grilled Cheese • Onion Rings (side) |
Spicy Candied Bacon was good. Not overly spicy and mildly sweetened, but it really wasn't anything too amazing. Mexican Street Tots were very crispy which was nice, but didn't really have a ton of toppings on them. Nachos were just ok. Burger #7 was just ok. Truffled Grilled Cheese was ok, but there was more stuff within it than a "grilled cheese" should really have... Onion Rings were crispy but had zero flavor. | |
| Double Chin 86 Harrison Ave. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 482-0682 |
Asian, American & Comfort Food | • Mac & Cheese w/Bacon • Veggie Spring Roll • Corn Elote Skillet Rice • Double Chin Fried Rice • Crispy Noodles w/Beef |
The Corn Elote Skillet Rice had an unusual covering which may have been cheese, but whatever it was was really good. That said, the rest of the dish as a whole I'd put on the slightly better side of average. The Mac & Cheese w/Bacon had this weird non-flavor that's hard to explain but I wasn't really a fan of this dish. The other 3 were fine but mostly average. | |
| Dovetail 1 6th St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 337-5070 |
Wine Bars, Pasta Shops, Beer Bar | • Muhammara • Fries • Bigoli |
Muhammara, which is apparently a red pepper and walnut dip, is not very descriptively listed on the website, which is a shame since I'd give this honorable mention. If you're gonna get an app, this is the one to get, and request it with potato chips rather than bagel chips as it works way better with the former. Fries were on the far better side of average. A very nice crisp but no specific wow factor. Bigoli was fine but not outstanding. | |
| Down Home Delivery 2 Bowdoin St. Dorchester, MA 02124 (617) 288-0813 |
Southern, Soul Food | • Chicken Tenders • Baked Mac & Cheese (side) • Sweet Corn (side) • Corn Muffin |
Chicken Tenders were on the far better side of average. Meaty, tender, and flavorful, this was freshly made and very enjoyable chicken. Baked Mac & Cheese is similarly on the far better side of average. A nice play of flavors that comes together quite well. Sweet Corn was similarly nice and fresh but not a particular standout. Corn Muffin was forgettable. Overall, a hearty and enjoyable meal that you won't be sad to have stopped in to try, but I can't say there were any amazing wow factors. | |
| Dragon Pizza 233 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 764-5026 |
Pizza, Gelato, Salad | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | Nice that it was thin crust, but I can't give it much beyond the better side of average for overall flavor. | |
| Dream Diner 384 Middlesex Rd. Tyngsboro, MA 01879 (978) 649-7097 |
Diner, Breakfast | • Brill Omelette • Chocolate Chip Pancake • Blueberry Muffin |
The Blueberry Muffin & Brill Omelette were good but average. The Chocolate Chip Pancake was light, fluffy, & chocolate chippy, but still had no great wow factor. | |
| Dreo 254 N Broadway Salem, NH 03079 (603) 824-6337 |
American, Cocktail Bars, New American | • Charcuterie Board • Caramelized Onion Dip • Poached Pear Salad |
Charcuterie Board was decent. Nothing amazing flavorwise but a nice combination of items to pick at with some beverages. Caramelized Onion Dip was not very good. It's vegan, so not creamy at all. Recommend avoiding unless you're into that sort of thing. Poached Pear Salad was good but nothing special. | |
| Ducali Pizzeria & Bar 289 Causeway St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-4144 |
Pizza, Italian | • Fried mozzarella • Margherita Pizza |
Margherita Pizza was about as plain as plain can be. Fried mozzarella was just bad and virtually flavorless. Thoroughly unimpressed. | |
| Duck, The 502 Main St. Sturbridge, MA 01566 (508) 347-2321 |
American (New) | • Gorgonzola Bread • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips |
Gorgonzola Bread was a nice way to start off the meal, with a small loaf of essentially cheese stuffed bread. Can't really go wrong with that. The Mac & Cheese was very cheesy but sadly not very flavorful, and the accompanying Steak Tips were quite chewy. | |
| Duck Donuts 102B Boston Providence Hwy. Walpole, MA 02032 (508) 505-4917 |
Donuts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Coffee & Tea | • Chocolate Icing w/Oreo Pieces and Chocolate Drizzle Donut • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Donut Sandwich |
The Donut wasn't bad but I can't say it really stood out to me. However the fact that you can super customize everything is nice. The Donut Sandwich was similarly ok but it was small and no really a standout flavorwise either. | |
| Duckfat 43 Middle St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 774-8080 |
Comfort Food | • Grilled Cheese with Tomato & Bacon • Belgian Fries with Truffle Ketchup • Homemade Root Beer |
The Grilled Cheese with Tomato & Bacon and the Homemade Root Beer were both nothing special. The Belgian Fries with Truffle Ketchup, whose claim to fame is that it's fried in duck fat, was sadly lacking. No winners here. | |
| Dudley Chateau 20 Crest Rd. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 655-0010 |
Wings, Burgers | • Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls • Onion Rings • Nachos • Warrior Burger |
Warrior Burger was on the better side of average mostly due to fresh ingredients. Onion Rings were crispy, and had no grease, but sadly also had no flavor. Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls were average. Nachos were on the slightly better side of average, with a chip that maintained it crunch well under cheese sauce. Can't give too much else though. | |
| Dumpling Daughter 37 Center St. Weston, MA 02493 (781) 216-8989 |
Asian & Chinese | • Mixed Vegetable Dumplings • Steamed Beef Buns • Chicken Cutlet Taiwanese Buns • Sally Ling's Vegetable Spring Rolls |
Mixed Vegetable Dumplings were fine but I wouldn't label them as anything amazing. Same for Sally Ling's Vegetable Spring Rolls. Same for the Chicken Cutlet Taiwanese Buns. Steamed Beef Buns were very bland to me. While I admit these aren't in my normal wheelhouse, they really didn't sing to me at all flavorwise. | |
| Dunkin' Donuts 69 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-0369 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Donuts | —ALMOST THE ENTIRE MENU— | DD is my default for morning coffee. That's not to say it's the best out there, but it's good and dependable. That being said however (the fact that DD is pretty much everywhere not-withstanding), I would not necessarily call it worth the journey for that reason. The donuts themselves are pretty good, especially the French Cruller and the Boston Cream Pie flavors. Bagels and muffins are decent. Honorable mentions for the Chocolate Chip cookie (which can be hit-or-miss, but when they hit, they do hit well), and the Coffee Coolata (when done well, it's definitely worth the journey, however, since I've found it to also be regularly hit-or-miss, I couldn't give it the "official" nod). | |
| Dunn-Gaherin Food & Spirits 344 Elliot St. Newton, MA 02464 (617) 527-6271 |
Pub, Burgers & American Casual | • Broccoli Cheddar Bites • Tina's Sweet Corn Chili • Teriyaki Sirloin Tips • Bread Pudding |
Broccoli Cheddar Bites were supremely crispy, but just ok flavorwise. Tina's Sweet Corn Chili was on the better side of average. Teriyaki Sirloin Tips were on the far better side of average. Bread Pudding was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Durk's Bar-B-Q 275 Thayer St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 351-2807 |
BBQ & Southern | • Brisket • Mac & Cheese (side) • Corn Bread (side) • Banana Pudding |
√ Brisket | The Brisket just gets the full nod here. You certainly won't need a knife for this fall apart brisket. It may not be the best ever but it's quite flavorful, and doesn't even really need bbq sauce! Mac & Cheese had a nice creamy cheese sauce with it, but wasn't overly flavorful. Not bad but nothing special. Corn Bread was nice enough but similarly nothing special. Banana Pudding didn't feel like it had much pudding in it. Forgettable. |
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| Eagle Brook Saloon 258 Dedham St. Norfolk, MA 02056 (508) 384-7312 |
Pub | • Mini Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Chili • Chocolate Cake |
I was happy to see a mini version of the pizza, and I'd put it on the slightly better side of average overall. Chili was fine. Chocolate Cake was average. | |
| Eagle's Deli & Restaurant 1918 Beacon St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 731-3232 |
Deli, Grill | • Swiss & Mushroom Burger • Onion Rings |
Swiss & Mushroom Burger was ok. The bread to meat ratio was a bit off. Onion Rings were on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Earls Kitchen and Bar 698 Assembly Row Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 666-1790 — Various Locations |
Eclectic & American | • Queso Fundido Dip • Bacon Cheddar Burger • Bacon Mac + Cheese • Warm Chocolate Sticky Toffee Pudding |
Queso Fundido Dip was fine. Bacon Cheddar Burger was on the better side of average. Same for the Bacon Mac + Cheese. Warm Chocolate Sticky Toffee Pudding was just ok. | |
| Earth Eagle Brewings 165 High St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 502-2244 |
Eclectic & American | • Earth Eagle Sandwich • Astro Dog |
Earth Eagle Sandwich was fairly good, but a bit bread heavy. Note that they've changed their menu to just burgers and dogs now. To that end, the Astro Dog was very average, with the shredded cheese not even being melted on.... | |
| Eastside Grill 19 Strong Ave. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 586-3347 |
American Casual, Outdoor Dining | • Corn Chowder • Cheddar Potato Cakes • Gorgonzola Garlic Bread • Butternut Squash Ravioli (½ portion) • Sweet Pea Risotto (side) • Tenderloin Tips • Double Chocolate Cake • Blueberry Carrot Cake |
√ Gorgonzola Garlic Bread | Gorgonzola Garlic Bread was the standout here. I couldn't think of any way to improve upon thsi garlic bread. Soft, fresh, garlicy, and just a wonderflu combination of flavors! Definitely the item to get here! Corn Chowder was fine but nothing special. Cheddar Potato Cakes were similarly fine but not amazing. Sweet Pea Risotto was very fresh but no amazing flavor. Slightly better side of average. Tenderloin Tips were average. Butternut Squash Ravioli get honorable mention. Very fresh with a very good sauce. Both cakes were fine but nothing amazing. I'd give a slight edge to the Blueberry Carrot Cake. |
| Easy Pie 649 Squire Rd. Revere, MA 02151 (781) 629-4350 |
Pizza, Burgers | • Pu Pu Platter Pizza • Custom Burger • Onion Rings • Monsta Tot • Arancini • Thai Chicken Salad |
Arancini was throughly unimpressive. Monster Tot was obviously a good size, and was generally enjoyable. Good but nothing amazing flavorwise. Thai Chicken Salad had a LOT of chicken in the salad, but was otherwise just ok flavorwise. | |
| Eat Greek Gyros 215 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 776-5020 |
Greek | • Hummus • Cookies & Cream Loukoumades • Bueno Dream Loukoumades |
Hummus was actually pretty good! Far better side of average. Both Loukoumades were fine but I can't say they really stood as anything too amazing. | |
| Egg Roll Lady & Fish Shack 609 W. Boylston St. Worcester, MA 01606 (508) 755-4451 |
Vietnamese, Seafood & Asian | • Egg Rolls • Onion Rings |
Egg Rolls were more like spring rolls, and I'd put them on the far better side of average. Onion Rings were on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Eight/10 Bar & Grille 8 Norwood St. Everett, MA 02149 (617) 387-9810 |
Burgers, Pizza | • Mushroom Swiss Burger • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • 3 Cheese Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips |
The Mushroom Swiss Burger was average. The Pizza gets honorable mention. It had a nice thin crust, and was fairly tasty, just no amazing standout to it. Still, enjoyable. The 3 Cheese Mac & Cheese also "just" makes honorable mention. It was super buttery, and had a nice cheese combo, but it just didn't quite sing to me as much as I wanted it to flavorwise. Still, enjoyable. Steak Tips are average. | |
| Einstein Bros. Bagels 44 Main St. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 655-6420 — Various Locations |
Bagels | • Six Cheese Bagel w/Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese • Chocolate Chip Bagel w/ Pumpkin Cream Cheese • Coffee (Hot & Iced) • Blackberry Lemonade • Turkey Club Panini • Pizza Bagel • Bagel Dog • Mudslide Cookie |
√ Six Cheese Bagel w/Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese | My nod to the Six Cheese Bagel is not only limited to that bagel itself, as the overall taste and texture of the ones that I have tasted are amongst the best that I've had to date. Very soft, chewy and flavorful. The same equal nod goes to the various cream cheese flavors that I sampled. The Pizza Bagel was also good, but again that speaks more to the bagel than anything else. The hot coffee was nothing special. The iced coffee gets honorable mention, as it was also quite flavorful and worth a try, and the Mudslide Cookie also gets honorable mention for its gooey texture, albeit perhaps being a bit too sweet for its own good. Try it and see what I mean. The Bagel Dog was good but nothing special. Same for the Blackberry Lemonade. The Turkey Club Panini was not that good. |
| El Basha's Grill 423 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 579-4970 — Various Locations |
Mediterranean, Lebanese | • Hummus Blahme • Beef Stroganoff • Tres Leches Cake |
√ Beef Stroganoff | Beef Stroganoff just gets the full nod. A vey and filling dish consisting of good meat, flavorful sauce and rice, it was a combo of flavors that worked very well together and definitely gave me the "don't want to stop eating it" vibe. Hummus Blahme was good but not a standout. Tres Leches Cake was surprisingly dry and not all that good. |
| El Centro 472 Shawmut Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 262-5708 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Shredded Beef Enchillada • Chicken Taco • Carne Asada Taco • Red Sangria |
√ Red Sangria | I don't normally list the drinks I have, but in this case, the Red Sangria had a like a cinnamony taste to it that was so amazing and so addicting that I just had to list it as worth the journey. Of the food dishes, they were all relatively tasty, though not outstanding. I'd recommend getting your preferred meat in taco form (since they're soft tacos), and just chowing with a fork for full meaty goodness. |
| El Patron Mexican Restaurant 192 Harding St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 757-8000 |
Mexican | • Queso Dip • Ground Beef Empanada • El Tri Enchiladas • Barbacoa Taco • Flan |
This is one of those places where even though there may not be a specific single standout, the food is overall good enough to merit a stop-in. I wanted the Queso Dip to be a touch creamier, but I've had far worse in my samplings. Ground Beef Empanada was a little doughy, but the dough was actually not greasy in the slightest, which you don't always get with empanadas! The Enchiladas Trio was a nice sampling of flavors, or which I sampled with shredded beef, shredded chicken, and bean and cheese. The Roja and the Verde and a somewhat similar flavor for me, while I found the Mole sauce to pleasant and tasty. Barbacoa Taco was generally good. Flan was a little heavy but not bad. Bottom line, you won't be disappointed with a stop in at this place. | |
| El Potro Mexican Grill 124 Merrimack St. Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 455-2840 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Bars | • Super Nachos • Enchiladas Trio • Birria Tacos • Flan |
Super Nachos were the type where each chip is layed out with all the ingredients on each nacho, which I like in principle, but the chips themselves were too weak to support the ingredients and fell apart. That said, the flavors themselves were fairly good, so I'll put these on the better side of average overall. Birria Tacos were similarly good but nothing amazing. From the Enchiladas Trio, all were pretty good, with the mole chicken being the standout favorite. I'd tip that one into honorable mention territory, with the other being on the better side of average. Also, tasty refried beans came with that. Flan was also generally enjoyable as a closer. So nothing amazing, but generally very enjoyable! | |
| El Sarape 5 Commercial St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-8005 |
Mexican | • Queso Asado • Beef Nachitos • Tacos fritos • Chicken Mole Enchiladas • Coconut Flan |
Queso Asado was pretty much just cheese. Any it was the type that if you don't eat it quickly it hardens into a cheese log... Not a fan. Beef Nachitos on the other hand I give honorable mention to, as they were a nice plate of cheesy goodness that was very well proportioned. Get these instead for an app. Tacos fritos were just good hearty tacos. Nothing bad but nothing amazing. Middle of the road. Chicken Mole Enchiladas were average. Coconut Flan was a reasonably solid dessert. Enjoyable but not especially memorable. | |
| Elephant Walk 1415 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 247-1500 |
French & Cambodian | • Loc Lac (½ order) | Loc Lac was fine but nothing amazing. | |
| Eliu's Hole in the Wall 398 Fletcher St. Lowell, MA 01854 (978) 455-3897 |
Empanadas, Burgers, Pizza | • Ham & Cheese Empanada • Pizza Empanada • Steak Bomb Wrap |
Both Empanadas were a little too bready (they're the larger kind), and the fillings were about average. Steak Bomb Wrap had too much chewy steak for my taste. | |
| Elizabeth's Bagels 456 W. Central St. Franklin, MA 02038 (508) 541-3988 |
Bagels, Coffee & Tea | • Cheddar Bagel with Bacon Cheddar Cream Cheese | The bagel was fairly good but tasted more like an egg bagel than a cheese one (mistake in the order?). The cream cheese was pretty tasty to try. While my sample wasn't worth the journey per se, this is one of those where I'd recommend a stop-in so you can judge for yourself. (but yes, this is a cream cheese worth getting to sample). | |
| Ella's Food & Drink 2 Tower St. Westerly, RI 02891 (401) 315-0606 |
American, Comfort Food & Eclectic | • Ultimate Grilled Cheese • Bacon Cheddar Tots |
There was nothing especially ultimate about the Ultimate Grilled Cheese, but it was on the better side of average. Bacon Cheddar Tots were on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Ella's Wood Burning Oven Restaurant 3136 Cranberry Hwy. Wareham, MA 02538 (508) 759-3600 |
American (New), Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Wagyu Burger • Chocolate Sticky Chocolate Pudding Cake |
√ Pizza | The Pizza was worth the journey here. Toppings were flavorful, cheese was ridiculously stretchy, and the crust had an excellent chew. Amazingly good pizza! Wagyu Burger was good but average. Chocolate Sticky Chocolate Pudding Cake was not especially good. |
| Ellie's Farmhouse 436 Broadway Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 208-8062 |
American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch | • Maple Glazed Bacon • Grilled Banana Bread • Breakfast Eggrolls • Omelette • Club Sandwich Wrap |
All items were good but average. The Breakfast Eggrolls were an interesting take, but there was really nothing all that remarkable about them flavorwise. | |
| Elliot's Famous Hot Dogs 37 Elliot St. Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 458-3179 |
Hot Dog | • Chili & Cheddar Dog • Onion Rings |
Chili & Cheddar Dog was very average. Each ingredient was just ok, and they oddly did not seem to play well together particularly well. Onion Rings were on the slightly better side of average. Nice crisp but bland flavor. | |
| Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream 290 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 536-7127 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Serious Chocolate Addiction Ice Cream | Overly sweet without enough chocolaty goodness. Very so-so. | |
| Emma's Pub & Pizza 1420 Pleasant St. Bridgewater, MA 02324 (508) 697-8815 — Various Locations |
Pub, Pizza | • Loaded Nachos • Teriyaki Steak Tips |
Loaded Nachos were on the better side of average. Decent chili and toppings, and a nice pick at food with a beer. Teriyaki Steak Tips had a nice marinade but were a little too chewy and stringy. | |
| Empire Restaurant & Lounge 1 Marina Park Dr. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 295-0001 |
Chinese, Dim Sum & Brunch | • Corn Rangoon • Hong Kong Beef Skewers • Bin's Hot & Sour Soup • Cambodia Rice |
The Corn Rangoon comes out in a playful little container with popcorn around it (the rangoon). The biggest surprise (and delight) was how light these were. While I can't say the flavor was a super standout, it worked quite well, and therefore gets honorable mention. Hong Kong Beef Skewers were on the better side of average but still a little chewy. Bin's Hot & Sour Soup was also on the better side of average but not amazing. Cambodia Rice was a nice combination of flavors, but was still pretty much just a rice dish. Fine but not a strong standout. | |
| Enrico's Brick Oven Pizzeria 500 Main St. Sturbridge, MA 01518 (508) 347-1740 |
Pizza & Italian | • Mozzarella Sticks • Asiago Arancini • Pizza |
Mozzarella Sticks were very average. Asiago Arancini was quite cheesy but the actual flavor never quite got there. Still, better side fo average for an arancini. Pizza was on the better side of average for a nice thin crust but really no standout flavor. | |
| Enzina Pizzeria 1056 Main St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 786-1970 |
Pizza, Italian | • Arancini • 4 Cheese Pizza w/Pepperoni • Gnocchi • Nutella Mousse • Tiramisu |
Arancini was reasonably good but the marinara sauce it came in was oddly spicy. The 4 Cheese Pizza w/Pepperoni had a decent crust, and was good overall, but it didn't quite have the wow factor. Super cheesy though! Gnocchi on the other hand was not quite as cheesy as I wanted it to be. Not bad just not really anything special. Nutella Mousse was amazing but it's listed as a special so may not be on the menu for the long term. Grab it if you see it though! Tiramisu was the kind in a cup and was very average. | |
| Epigram Brew Company 394 Middlesex Rd. Tyngsborough, MA 01879 (978) 419-4263 |
Breweries | • Pretzel Bites • Onion Rings • Sweet Teriyaki Tenders • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
√ Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza gets the surprising nod here. Suprising because I'm not ususally a fan of south shore bar pies, but this one was light, not overly bready, and came together perfectly with all ingredients. This is absolutely the item to try here! Pretzel Bites were ok but nothing special. Onion Rings had a little bit of crispiness but not a lot of flavor. Sweet Teriyaki Tenders weren't too bad flavorwise, and a decent amount of sauce on them. Better side of average overall. Bonus points for super friendly service. |
| Ernesto's 69 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 523-1373 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | Pepperoni Pizza was fine but average. Good selection by slice though. | |
| Espresso Love Cafe 33 Broad St. Boston, MA 02109 (857) 284-7462 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Bakery | • Coffee • Chocolate Croissant • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
The Chocolate Croissant gets honorable mention. It was soft and flaky and flavorful, but definitely needed more chocolate. Still, highly enjoyable. The Coffee was fine but nothing special. Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. | |
| Essex Street Grille 25 Essex St. Haverhill, MA 01832 (978) 372-4477 |
Bars, American (New) | • Sesame Chicken Pot Stickers • Steak Tips • Chocolate Trifle |
Sesame Chicken Pot Stickers were ok but nothing to write home about. Steak Tips had a great marinade but were a bit chewy. Chocolate Trifle was decadent but balanced, and will certainly cure any chocoholic cravings. Honorable mention for this dish. | |
| Establishment, The 75 Princeton St. Chelmsford, MA 01863 (978) 455-3111 |
Pizza, American, Bars | • Bacon & Cheddar Tater Barrels • Steak Tips w/Onion Rings |
Bacon & Cheddar Tater Barrels was fine. Basically large tater tots. Steak Tips were ok but a little chewy. Onion Rings were on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Estella 49 Temple Pl. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 855-9869 |
American, Venues & Event Spaces, Bars | • Candied Apple Brussel Sprouts • Creamy Pesto Wild Mushrooms Ravioli • Burger • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Candied Apple Brussel Sprouts, while not an item typically in my wheelhouse, seemed reasonably good. Wasn't especially wowed but didn't really expect to be. Creamy Pesto Wild Mushrooms Ravioli was on the far better side of average. Very fresh and tasty and generally an enoyable dish. The Burger seems to change types fairly often, but in generally I'd put in on the better side of average. Mac & Cheese was good but average. | |
| Estia 117 Main St. Falmouth, MA 02540 (508) 548-3300 — Various Locations |
Greek | • Saganaki Opa • Pastitsio • Figetaboutit Pizza |
Saganaki Opa was presented by being lit of fire tableside. A nice show, but was only on the slightly better side of average tastewise. Pastitsio was decent, and an extremely big portion, but wasn't a standout for me. Figetaboutit Pizza was similarly just ok. | |
| Estoril 1577 Pleasant St. Fall River, MA 02723 (508) 677-1200 |
Portuguese | • Estoril Steak Sandwich • Chocolate Mousse |
Estoril Steak Sandwich was fine but really nothing special. Chocolate Mousse came in a filled martini glass, but was frankly heavy and unflavorful. | |
| Eva 279A Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 546-5155 |
New American | • Hummus • Braised Short Rib Gnocchi • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
√ Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | The Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was the standout hit here. Thin crust, well put together, with ingredients that just worked really well. Highly recommend this as the thing to get here. The Braised Short Rib Gnocchi was fairly good. A nice hearty dish that balanced the ingredients well. Nothing amazing but you wouldn't be sad if you ordered it. Hummus was sadly average. Bonus points for fun drinks! |
| Evan's New York Style Deli 252 Humphrey St. Marblehead, MA 01945 (781) 631-3354 |
Deli, Sandwiches | • The Eugene • Pastrami Sandwich • The Amanda • Beef Brisket Sandwich • Sweet Potato Knish |
√ The Amanda √ Beef Brisket Sandwich √ Sweet Potato Knish |
The Amanda was one of the best turkey sandwiches that I've had to date. A perfect marriage of flavors on a seeded role, with turkey and swiss, very crispy bacon, and really I only wish that I asked for a bit extra of that yummy mango sauce. A must try for fans of the turkey sandwich. In a similar vein, the Beef Brisket Sandwich had a nice crumbly consistency, very well flavored, and with the addition of the gravy dip, that just put it over the top. The Sweet Potato Knish was another yum-fest, with soft flavorful sweet potato, and a lightly crisp knish shell, you just can't go wrong with one of these..highly recommend it. The Pastrami Sandwich, which was cetainly pretty tasty, felt like it was missing something that I couldn't quite identify. Worth a try if you're a pastrami fan I found think. Lastly, The Eugene lacked the awesomeness which was was The Amanda, and I can't really give it much beyond just ok. Still, definitely worth the journey to this place. |
| Evelyn's Drive-In 2335 Main Rd. Tiverton, RI 02878 (401) 624-3100 |
Seafood, Fried Clams & Outdoor Dining | • Beef Chow Mein • Grapenut Pudding |
√ Beef Chow Mein | The Beef Chow Mein honestly kind of fell between the full nod and honorable mention. I decided to make it worth the journey for one main reason (over just honorable mention), which was that it had the "I couldn't stop eating it" quality. Frankly, it probably would've been just as good without the beef (and perhaps even better with the lobster if you're into that sort of thing), but it was just a filling and yummy dish. Grapenut Pudding was very average. |
| Evviva Trattoria 7 Cornerstone Sq. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 692-9050 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza & American Casual | • Chips & Dip • Arancini • Pepperoni Mushroom Neopolitan Pizza • Patata La Montenara Pizza • Pear Sacchetti • Tiramisu Trifle • Cheesy Garlic Bread • Balsamic Braised Short Rib |
Chips & Dip were nothing special. Arancini was fine but not outstanding. Slightly better side of average as it held it's crispiness well. Patata La Montenara Pizza also good but average. Note that Montenara pizza is basically a flash frying of the dough, so (as described to me), it's like eating a pizza on fried dough (it was not). Pear Sacchetti was nothing special. Tiramisu Trifle was an interesting take. It's basically most of the ingredients of a tiramisu in a cup, with cannoli shells to dip into it. Unusual but nothing outstanding flavorwise. Pepperoni Mushroom Neopolitan Pizza was very average. Cheesy Garlic Bread was not very garlicy and was mostly just cheese on bread with tomato sauce for dipping. Balsamic Braised Short Rib was not especially flavorful. | |
| Exchange Street Bistro 67 Exchange St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 322-0071 |
Cocktail Lounge, European | • Brocoli Rabe Spring Rolls • Corn Soup • Mac & Cheese • Beef Teriyaki • Fried mozzarella • Chocolate Mousse Martini |
Brocoli Rabe Spring Rolls, Mac & Cheese, Beef Teriyaki, and Fried mozzarella were not very good. Corn Soup was just ok. Chocolate Mousse Martini (which is not a drink, it's a dessert) was on the better side of average. I also recommend trying the S'mores martini. Excellent and friendly service from the bar staff. | |
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| Faces Brewing Company 50 Pleasant St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 851-4672 |
Brewpubs | • Haus Pretzel • Ramen Tots • Mac & Cheese • Bacon Apple Brie Salad • Truffle & Goat Cheese Pizza |
√ Mac & Cheese √ Ramen Tots |
This was one of the tastiest and most well balanced Mac & Cheese iterations that I've tried. Orecchiette pasta with a creamy cheese sauce that was the perfect texture. These people know their mac & cheese! Ramen Tots similarly just get the nod for an addictive flavor and wonderful crispiness that made me not want to stop eating these. These are definitely the items to try there. Haus Pretzel were ok but they didn't really speak to me. Bacon Apple Brie Salad was very decent for what it was, but no amazing wow factor. The Truffle & Goat Cheese Pizza had very fresh ingedients, and wasn't at all bad, but can't give it more than the better side of average. |
| Faneek's Coney Island 269 Rhode Island Ave. Fall River, MA 02724 (508) 678-8261 |
Hot Dogs | • Chilly Cheese Dog • Cheeseburger Rolle • Beef Chow Mein Sandwich • Onion Rings |
Chilly Cheese Dog was fine but nothing special. Cheeseburger Rolle was ok but doughy. Beef Chow Mein Sandwich was interesting in flavor and texture, but I can't really say it did much for me. More of a novel (maybe regional) tasting item. Onion Rings tasted terrible. Not sure if the oil just needed to be changed or what, which is a shame becuase they were super crispy. | |
| Far Out Ice Cream 419 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 487-8102 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt | • Custom Ice Cream | √ Custom Ice Cream | So the way it works is, you pick a bunch of customizations and flavors, and they mix it all together for you. Not sure exactly what it was about this ice cream but it was smooth, creamy, and yummy. Very much worth trying. |
| FarFar's Danish Ice Cream Shop 272 Saint George St. Duxbury, MA 02332 (781) 934-5152 |
Ice Cream | • Dark Chocolate Almond Ice Cream | The ice cream was nice and creamy, however I can't really say it's better or worse than most that I've tried. Still, no disappointments. | |
| Farm Bar & Grille, The 233 Western Ave. Essex, MA 01929 (978) 768-0000 — Various Locations |
American, Bbq | • Chicken Tenders • Mozzarella Bites • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Baked Bavarian Pretzels • Rockporter Salad w/Steak Tips |
Chicken Tenders were crispy but not especially flavorful. Mozzarella Bites were fine, and the marinara sauce was tasty, but no great wow factor. Baked Bavarian Pretzels were similarly ok. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls wre fine. Steak Tips here should be renamed to gristle tips. Avoid like the plague! Rockporter Salad was decent but no great wow factor. | |
| Farm Grill & Rotisserie, The 40 Needham St. Newton, MA 02461 (617) 964-7766 |
Greek, Mediterranean | • Pastitzio • Hummus • Chocolate Mouse |
√ Pastitzio | There is honestly nothing I would change with the Pastitzio. All the ingredients come together perfectly, and if you're looking for a tasty greek dish, look no further! Chocolate Mouse was good but not amazing. Honorable mention for the tasty fresh Hummus. |
| Farmer in the Dell 935 E St. Walpole, MA 02081 (508) 921-3647 |
Sandwiches, American Casual & American | • Deviled Eggs • Viet Salad Roll • Flatbread Cheese Pizza • Risotto • Slow Roasted Brisket • Mac & Cheese (side) |
√ Risotto | Risotto was amazing! It had a light lemony flavor, with the asparagus adding a nice texture. It wasn't even overly cheesy (which I usually prefer), but it was well balanced and flavorful that it didn't even need it. Highly recommend trying this dish!! Slow Roasted Brisket was on the far better side of average. No specific wow factor, but just some nice tasty meat that was quite enjoyable. Viet Salad Roll were ok. Deviled Eggs were also good. Flatbread Cheese Pizza, while certainly nice and thin, was not overly flavorful. Slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese was pretty cheesy, but tasted kind of plain. |
| Farmer's Daughter, The 534F Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 261-5832 — Various Locations |
Breakfast, Brunch & Sandwiches | • Hash Brown Waffle | The Hash Brown Waffle looked great, but was way overloaded with both salt and pepper. I was not a fan. | |
| Farmhouse, The 970 Great Plain Ave. Needham, MA 02492 (781) 449-6200 |
American, Brunch & Comfort Food | • Arancini • Pear Salad • 1855 Farms Beef Short Rib |
Arancini was on the better side of average, having a nice crunch but not a standout flavor. Pear Salad was very solid, and although it was a smattering of separated ingredients on the plate, they all came together quite nicely. I'd put this on the far better side of average. Short Rib was similarly on the far better side of average, though I recommend getting it with mashed potatos rather than the pappardelle that it comes with. | |
| Fastachi 598 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 924-6662 |
Shop, Specialty Foods | • Dried Fruit Mix • French Truffle • Double Chocolate Truffle |
The French Truffle gets honorable mention. It was really good, just no great wow factor. The Dried Fruit Mix was average, but just seemed to have several fruits that you don't normally find in standard packages found in the grocery store. Double Chocolate Truffle was average. All this being said, if you're a big nut fan, you might want to stop in. They have a large variety, as well as various nut butters (almond, cashew, pistacho, pecan, and mixed), as well as other dried fruits and a variety of chocolates. | |
| Fat Baby 118 Dorchester St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 766-3450 |
Asian & Sushi | • Cheeseburger Eggroll (Br) • Vegetable Dumplings • Korean Rice Bowl • So Beefy Roll Sushi |
Cheeseburger Eggroll came with some long eggroll wrappers, and I'd put in on the slightly better side of average flavorwise. Vegetable Dumplings were fine but nothing special. Korean Rice Bowl was decent, and I'd put it on the slightly better side of average. So Beefy Roll Sushi wasn't bad but was better on paper. Felt like it needed some sauce or something (and just soy). | |
| Fat Dog Kitchen 20 3rd St. Dover, NH 03820 (603) 516-0106 |
Breakfast, Brunch & Sandwiches | • Garrison Sandwich • Corned Beef Hash (side) |
Garrison Sandwich was a good size and reasonably hearty. I'd put it on the slightly better side of aveage as it a tad too thick for my taste. Corned Beef Hash had some nice stuff in it and the meat pretty good so I'd put it at the far better side of average, though admittedly it's not really one of my usual dishes. | |
| Father's Kitchen & Taphouse 406 MA-6A E. Sandwich, MA 02537 (774) 205-2139 |
Comfort Food, American Casual & Pub | • Cheeseburger Rolls • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Onion Rings (side) |
Cheeseburger Rolls were ok but a little too bready. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza had a nice crispy dough base. A little thicker than I would've liked but generally enjoyable. Onion Rings were crispy but not really a ton of flavor. | |
| Fathoms Bar & Grille 255 Popes Isl. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 993-3400 |
Seafood, Salad, Bars | • French Onion Soup | French Onion Soup was a little too salty and therefore not very good. | |
| Federal, The 135 Cooper St. Agawam, MA 01001 (413) 789-1267 |
American Fine Dining, Comfort Food | • Bucket Of Balls • French Onion Soup • Pepperoni Pesto Pizza • Truffled Mac & Cheese w/Braised Short Rib • Banana Pudding Parfait |
The French Onion Soup was barely a soup at all. I'd label it more as a ravioli and short ribs with carmelized onions in french onion broth. Basically, there was barely any soup in this soup. That said, it was definitely an unusual dish, but it was a little too much for it's own good sporting too many different tastes together. Individually there were all reasonably good, but together a little overwhelming. Pepperoni Pesto Pizza would've been more aptly called a salt bomb. It was great that it had a super thin crust, but the flavor was salt with a little bread. The Bucket Of Balls was interesting in that it came as like ten mini arancini on top of a pile of mashed potatoes in a metal cup. Definitely another unusual item but I can't say I was wowed by the flavor. I got the Braised Short Rib as kind of a side to the Truffled Mac & Cheese, and I'll say this, skip the mac, which is really quite average, and stick with the short rib. No super wow factor, but I'd still give it honorable mention as it was a very solid tasting dish. Banana Pudding Parfait was on the better side of average. | |
| Federal Hill Pizza 495 Main St. Warren, RI 02885 (401) 245-0045 |
Pizza, Italian & Burgers | • Sicilian Rice Balls • Mac & Cheese Croquettes • Way It Should Be Pizza |
Sicilian Rice Balls were decent. I wanted them to crispier but they were sufficiently enjoyable. Mac & Cheese Croquettes were average. Way It Should Be Pizza was fine but a little too doughy for me. Honestly, I liked the dough/crust/breading, but I feel like this would've been way better as sandwich bread rather than pizza dough. | |
| Felipe's Taqueria 21 Brattle St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 354-9944 |
Mexican & Fast Food | • Steak Super Burrito • Churros |
√ Churros | Churros were an unexpected standout here. Soft yet crunchy, with an almost creamy quality in the center, and with the accompanying chocolate and caramel sauces, this is absolutely worth trying. Steak Super Burrito on the other hand was fine but average. |
| Fellini Pizzeria 166 Wickenden St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 751-6737 — Various Locations |
Pizza & Sandwiches | • Bacon Gorgonzola & Carmelized Onion Pizza • Steak Scallion Pizza • Sweet Heaven Pizza • Meat Lovers Pizza • Brownie |
Steak Scallion Pizza, Sweet Heaven Pizza, and Meat Lovers Pizza all looked amazing but tasted sadly average. Brownie was average. Bacon Gorgonzola & Carmelized Onion Pizza gets honorable mention for a nice combo of ingredients and a nice thin crust. It felt like something was kind of missing from the slice, but honestly you won't be disappointed with this one. | |
| Feng Shui 1019 Trapelo Rd. Waltham, MA 02452 (781) 902-3202 — Various Locations |
Japanese, Sushi | • Beef Skewers • Egg Rolls • Hot & Sour Soup • Crispy Beef with Sesame |
All of the items were pretty standard. No standouts. | |
| Few & Far 566 High St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 747-7142 |
Cocktail Bars, Wine Bars, Breakfast & Brunch | • Roasted Sweet Potato Dip • Potato & Cheddar Fritters • Mushroom Toast • Burger • Carrot Cake • Apple Strudel |
√ Roasted Sweet Potato Dip | The Roasted Sweet Potato Dip was the unexpected star here. Not even anything overly complex but just a well put together item that had the "don't want to stop eating this" quality. Definitely the item to get here! Potato & Cheddar Fritters were good but nothing amazing. Burger was on the far better side of average. Carrot Cake was not as moist as I wanted it to be, and the Apple Strudel was just ok. |
| Figaro's 105 Beach St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 426-2121 |
Sandwiches, Take-out & Italian | • Mayflower Wrap (L) • Ranchero Wrap (L) |
Both sandwiches were fine, but nothing outstanding. | |
| Fin Point Oyster Bar & Grill 89 Broad St. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 348-1234 |
Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch, Cocktail Bars | • Steak Springrolls • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
Steak Springrolls get honorable mention. Enjoyable and not overly greasy. Chocolate Mousse Cake looked pretty but was nothing special tastewise. | |
| Finagle A Bagel 535 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 266-2500 |
Bagels, Chain | • French Toast Bagel with Cream Cheese • Triple Chocolate Chip Bagel • Pepperoni Pizza Bagel • Pressed Turkey Club Panini • The Rush Panini |
Nothing too special here. The bagels seemed a bit tough and stale, even through several different trips (even at mid to late morning). Honorable mention for the Rush Panini. Tasty, but not worth the journey. | |
| Finz 86 Wharf St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-8485 |
Seafood & Lobster | • Crispy Chicken Brochettes • Steak Tips • BBLT |
Crispy Chicken Brochettes, which are basically like meaty chicken skewers, were actually pretty tasty. More so than I would've expected frankly. They came covered with sweet chili thai sauce, but really could've used a bit more on the side for dipping. Steak Tips were ok favorwise, but had absolutely no chewy pieces, which put them on the higher end of my scale already. BBLT was nothing special. Overall nothing bad but no major standouts. | |
| Fiorella's 187 North St. Newton, MA 02460 (617) 969-9990 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Toasted Ravioli • Arancini • Autumn Harvest Agnolotti • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu • Apple Crisp |
Toasted Ravioli was very average. Arancini, which came out as one giant hunk, was on the better side of average. The Autumn Harvest Agnolotti was not very good. The Tiramisu and Apple Crisp were also both average. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was on the far better side of average. | |
| Fire + Ice 205 Berkeley St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 482-FIRE |
American Casual, Buffet | • Various Items | This is one of those places where it's like a create your own, all you can eat smorgasbord. It's nice in concept, but I really didn't find it especially exciting. I'd barely classify this as a restaurant, and as far as the actual food items, quite average. | |
| Fire & Stone 285 St. George St. Duxbury, MA 02332 (781) 934-6310 |
Pizza, Italian, Burgers | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Big Koa Burger w/Onion Rings • Original Fatbread |
Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was a little bready, and fairly average. Big Koa Burger was very meaty with a very fresh and soft bun, but the flavor didn't really pop for me. The Onion Rings get honorable mention for a being well balanced as far as size, were very crispy, and had a nice flavor profile. Original Fatbread, which is essentially an apparently ironic name for a flatbread sandwich, was good but I think would've been better with different fillings. | |
| Firefly's Bar-B-Que 350 E. Main St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 357-8883 |
Bbq | • Buttermilk Tenders • Burnt Ends • Candy Laquered Bacon • Sweet Potato Pecan Pudding (side) • Cornbread Stuffing (side) • Corn Bread (side) • BBQ Beans (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Royale With Cheese Pizza • Sliced Brisket/Smoked Turkey Platter • Steak Tips • Bodacious Burger w/Cole Slaw & Homemade Potato Chips • Butterfinger Banana Cream Pie • I Want S'more Cake |
Buttermilk Tenders were on the better side of average. Burnt Ends were a little too fatty to be good. Candy Laquered Bacon had a similar problem. Sweet Potato Pecan Pudding was ok but not overly flavorful. Cornbread Stuffing was dry. Corn Bread was average. Sliced Brisket was average. Smoked Turkey was average. BBQ Beans were average. I Want S'more Cake was average. Royale With Cheese Pizza was on the slightly better side of average, mostly for the thin crust, but I can't say it was too special beyond that. Steak Tips were on the better side of average, with almost no chewy pieces, and an enjoyable marinate. Mac & Cheese just gets honorable mention. While not super outstanding, the cheese sauce itself was good, and the balance between cheese and pasta was done well. I wanted the flavor to pop a bit more but it's still a recommended choice amongst all the sides. Butterfinger Banana Cream Pie, while large enough to be a dessert for like 4 people, I'd rate as only being on the slightly better side of average tastewise. Bodacious Burger was on the better side of average, mostly due to a soft bun. It was a pretty meaty burger but nothing outstanding. Cole Slaw and Homemade Potato Chips were both average. | |
| Firehouse Subs 1000 Chapel View Blvd. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 415-8101 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches | • Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket • Club on a Sub • Steak & Cheese • Chili • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie |
√ Club on a Sub | Club on a Sub just squeaks by with the full nod, mostly due to a combination of fresh ingredients, especially the bread. The ingredients were not particularly uncommon for a sub, but somehow they just worked together very well. Chili was not particularly good. Chocolate Chip Cookie gets honorable mention. Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket was on the far better side of average, with good meat, but needed to be saucier. Steak & Cheese was on the worse side of average. Brownie was average. |
| Fireside Grille 30 Bedford St. Middleboro, MA 02346 (508) 947-5333 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Tavern | • Fireside Nachos • Prime Rib Spring Rolls • Arancini • French Onion Soup • Short Rib Risotto • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips • Carrot Cake |
Fireside Nachos were not well balanced with toppings and therefore on the worse side of average. Prime Rib Spring Rolls were ok but a little too bready. Arancini had a mushy consistency so were not very exciting. French Onion Soup was average. Mac & Cheese was decent and I'd I'd put it on the better side of average. Steak Tips were actually decent and had no chewy pieces, and I'd put these on the far better side of average. Short Rib Risotto was a little fattier than I'd have liked, but it was similarly decent. Better side of average overall. Carrot Cake was average. | |
| Fish Bones 34 Central Sq. Chelmsford, MA 01824 (978) 250-0101 |
Seafood, Lobster | • Truffle Potato Chips • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Raisin Bread Pudding |
All items listed were not particularly good, but obviously these are not what this type of restaurant would specialize in... | |
| Fishermen's View 20 Freezer Rd. Sandwich, MA 02563 (508) 591-0088 |
New American, Seafood, Bars | • Arancini • Smashburger • Mac & Cheese • Spring Rolls |
Arancini was medium sized and very average. Smashburger was very decent, and I'd put it on the far better side of average. Mac & Cheese was average. Spring Rolls, which are not the Chinese restaurant type, but more like a fishless sushi filled with just vegetables, were actually quite enjoyable! Honorable mention for this dish. | |
| Fisichelli's Pastry Shop 55 Union St. Lawrence, MA 01840 (978) 682-7774 |
Bakery | • Black & White Cookie • Cherry Nut Biscotti • Double Chocolate Biscotti • Chocolate Chip Fudge Filled Cookie • Chocolate Covered Coconut Macaroon • Chocolate Fudge Toto • Chocolate Fudge Brownie • Nut Covered Macaroon • Pistachio Macaroon • Chocolate Cream Filled Cannoli • Lobster Tail • Chocolate Pastaciotti • Tiramisu |
I'm gonna rate these items as an overall, which I'd put pretty much all on the far better side of average. No specific standouts, but almost all were quite enjoyable! I suppose the minor exceptions would be the Chocolate Fudge Toto which really didn't taste like anything, and the Cherry Nut Biscotti was similarly not that exciting. As to the rest I'd say if you're looking for some pastries and cookies, you won't be disappointed with a stop-in here. | |
| Five Guys Burgers & Fries 43 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 08103 (781) 750-3152 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Little Bacon Cheeseburger • Fries |
√ Burgers | I thought about this one for a bit, but ultimately decided this was worth the journey as far as fast food burgers go. This is the type of place that is kind of between fast food and sit down, but I'd still rate it closer to the former. Either way, the burger was pretty damn tasty. The fries were also quite good, but they just didn't quite sing as much as I'd hoped they would... Still, certainly worth a try, especially for the amount you get. |
| Five Horses Tavern 400 Highland Ave. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 625-4200 — Various Locations |
Pub | • Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders • Tavern Nachos • French Onion Dip • Haus Made Pretzel • Mac & Cheese (side) • Beef Barbacoa Taco |
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders were on the better side of average. I wouldn't call them tenders as much as just pieces of chicken (to me tenders denotes something more generic and 'fast-foody'). Decent but great wow-factor. Tavern Nachos get honorable mention. A nice cheese sauce and a good amount of layering and mixture in the toppings, as well as a good texture on the chips. I've had better but these were highly enjoyable. Haus Made Pretzel was fresh and flavorful for the pretzel part, but the beer cheese it came with was not very good. Better side of average for the dish overall. French Onion Dip was bland and skipable. Same for the Mac & Cheese. Same for the Beef Barbacoa Taco. | |
| Fix Burger Bar, The 139 Lakeside Ave. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 573-1819 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American & Tavern | • Potato Chip Short Rib Nachos • Polenta Tots • Custom Burger • Onion Rings (side) • B5 Chocolate Spring Rolls |
Potato Chip Short Rib Nachos were enjoyable but not outstanding. Polenta Tots were ok but really no standout flavor. Maybe if they came with like a cheese sauce that would make it stand out more. The Burger was good but mostly due to the level at which you can customize it. As far as a plain-jane burger, it was nothing outstanding. Still, may be worth checking out just to see how much you can customize and therefore vary the flavors, as the base was by no means bad! Onion Rings were nothing special. B5 Chocolate Spring Rolls get honorable mention mainly for originality of the dish. It's worth trying for the fun of it. | |
| Flaky Crust Pies 401 Old Colony Rd. Norton, MA 02766 (508) 455-0607 |
Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Bakeries | • Chocolate Cream Pie • Apple Pie • Bacon Egg & Cheese Pastry • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
Bacon Egg & Cheese Pastry was average. | |
| Flatbread Company 5 Market Sq. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 834-9800 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Nitrate Free Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | √ Nitrate Free Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | This is the best "natural / healthy'ier' / organic" type of pizza that I've tried so far. The taste certainly lives up to the description (of natural and fresh), and fact that it's super thin crust is that much better! Couldn't stop eating it, and highly recommend this place! |
| Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 1 W. Exchange St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 533-9000 — Various Locations |
Steak, Chain | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings (side) • Chipolte Cheddar Mac & Cheese (side) |
French Onion Soup was on the slightly better side of average. Enjoyable but absolutely no wow factor. Onion Rings were the super large/oversized type which I'm not a fan of as they never hold together nor hold their crunch. Sadly these were also just lacking in flavor. Chipolte Cheddar Mac & Cheese on the other hand was actually quite tasty. Not especially spicy (just a super mild kick), the dish was well balanced. It wasn't anything amazing, but this one will definitely fill your mac & cheese craving quite nicely. | |
| Flip The Bird 407 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (877) 260-0836 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings | • OG Chicken Sandwich | Far better side of average. A very solid chicken sandwich but a touch bready. Still you won't be disappointed to try this one. | |
| Flo's Steamed Hot Dogs 1359 US-1 Cape Neddick, ME 03902 (800) 255-8401 |
Hot Dog, Take-out | • House Special Hot Dog • Loaded Hot Dog |
This was a bit of a tough call. Both hot dogs were pretty good, but honestly, I think they were a bit over-hyped based on my research. Definitely yummy, and I definitely give them both honorable mention, but neither really struck me as anything amazing enough to get the full nod. As an aside, also note that this place is only open 11am to 3pm (except Wed.) | |
| Flour Bakery 1595 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 267-4300 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Cafe | • Sticky Bun Bread Pudding • Boston Cream Pie • Hazelnut Almond Daquoise • Chocolate Cream Pie • Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake • Chocolate Brioche • Banana Bread • Coconut Cream Pie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Sour Cream Coffee Cake • Double Chocolate Brownie • Coffee • Smoked Turkey Sandwich • Double Chocolate Cookie • Blueberry Muffin • Almond Croissant |
√ Sticky Bun Bread Pudding | Sticky Bun Bread Pudding was some of the best bread pudding I've ever had. It was moist and flavorful, and had this like light creamy filling as one of the layers. Everything about it just worked wonderfully! Boston Cream Pie was on the worse side of average. Same with the Coconut Cream Pie and the Double Chocolate Brownie. Hazelnut Almond Daquoise, Sour Cream Coffee Cake, and the Coffee were nothing special. Chocolate Cream Pie gets honorable mention. The whipped cream on top was really good but the actually mousse felt like it needed a little something. Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake was on the better side of average. Chocolate Brioche and Blueberry Muffin were average. Banana Bread was on the slightly better side of average. Chocolate Chip Cookie was one of the worst that I've ever tried. Kind of surprising from a bakery... Smoked Turkey Sandwich was on the far better side of average, mostly due to the freshness of the bread and the harmony of the ingredients. If it had bacon in it, it might've gotten honorable mention of higher. Double Chocolate Cookie was one of those rare items where it was too rich for it's own good. While I definitely enjoyed it, I don't know if I'd ever need to have it again. Try this one and see if you agree with that. Almond Croissant was heavier than I wanted it to be. Rather than the soft and flaky variety, it was kind of harder (not stale) and crispier. If you've had this type you know what I'm talking about. It was reasonably flavorful, but it didn't especially sing to me. |
| Flying Butcher, The 124 NH-101A Amherst, NH 03031 (603) 598-6328 |
Take-out, Sandwiches & Specialty Foods | • Smoked Turkey BLT • Bourbon Maple Steak Tips |
Smoked Turkey BLT was average. Bourbon Maple Steak Tips were on the slightly better side of average, but a had a bit too many chewy pieces... | |
| Flying Saucer Pizza Co. 118 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-8189 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | This pizza is RIGHT on the line between being worth the journey and honorable mention, but it just didn't quite have enough of the wow factor for the full nod. But I'd still recommend a stop in if you're in Salem. The slices are huge, and you will not be disappointed. | |
| Flynn's Irish Pub 219 N. Main St. Mansfield, MA 02048 (508) 337-2100 |
Irish, Pub & Burgers | • Chips & Dip • Reuben Eggolls • French Onion Soup • Burger w/Onion Rings • Oriental Salad • Shepherd's Pie |
Reuben Eggolls were on the slightly better side of average. I appreciated that they weren't overly fatty or greasy. French Onion Soup was similarly on the better side of average. A nice hearty dish. Shepherd's Pie was fine but really nothing special. Chips & Dip was average. Burger was very meaty, but the bun was a little too bread (pretzel bun) and so was a little overbearing for the balance. Onion Rings were crispy but just ok flavorwise. Oriental Salad was good but nothing amazing. | |
| Food Court 39 Court St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (774) 343-5756 |
American (New), Cocktail Bars | • Steak & Cheese Stuffed Pretzel | I feel like this was one of those better on paper concepts. While certainly unusual, the pretzel itself was fairly tasty but I can't really say that adding steak to the middle of it gave it any real extra flavor. Try it for the novelty if you're in there but it's not an item to seek out. | |
| For Pizza 51 High St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 219-3139 |
Pizza | • Garlic Cheesy Bread Sticks • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Garlic Cheesy Bread Sticks were fine. Nothing bad but nothing amazing. The Pizza is south shore style, and was decent. I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Ford Tavern, The 61 Locust St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 874-0406 |
Gastropubs, American (New) | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings • Short Rib Arancini • Shepherd's Pie • Apple & Goat Cheese Salad w/Steak Tips |
French Onion Soup was ok but could've been better balanced. Onion Rings were crispy but not overly flavorful. Short Rib Arancini was a little dry and didn't come with enough sauce. Shepherd's Pie was average. Apple & Goat Cheese Salad was fine. Accompanying Steak Tips were actually on the better side of average. | |
| Forge & Vine 126 Main St. Groton, MA 01450 (978) 448-9200 |
American (New) | • Burger • Short Rib |
The Short Rib gets honorable mention here. It didn't quite have the wow factor, but it was a very solid and pretty much totally non-fatty piece of meat which was quite enjoyable. I wish it had been a little saucier but overall I was pretty happy with it. Burger was fairly solid. A hearty item with the addition of bacon which should not disappoint if nothing else. Accompanying fries were also quite satisfying. | |
| Formaggio Kitchen 358 Huron Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 354-4750 — Various Locations |
Specialty Foods | • Various Cheeses • Various Chocolate |
√ Cheese Selection | This is one of the few "gray area" type of reviews that I'm doing, since it's not for specific food items. However, I would say this place definitely should be visited at some point. This is the biggest little cheese shop that I've come across in a while. Part cheese shops, chocolate shop, wine shop, and convenience/grocery store. At least 200 cheeses from my estimation, as well as other standard deli fare. AND, they offer you as many samples as you'd like, and will help you find cheeses to your liking. Be advised though, this place is expensive on many items that I perused. Still, I'd highly recommend a stop in. You're bound to walk out with something good. |
| Foundry on Elm 255 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 628-9999 |
Pub, Bistro | • Carrot & Zaatar Hummus • Hot Dates • French Onion Soup • Grilled Cheese with Bacon |
Carrot & Zaatar Hummus was fine but nothing special. Hot Dates were just ok. French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average, mostly for how cheesy it was. Grilled Cheese with Bacon might've actually been better without the bacon as it was a little too fatty. | |
| Four Seas Ice Cream 360 South Main St. Centerville, MA 02632 (508) 775-1394 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Ice Cream • Ginger Ice Cream |
The Chocolate Ice Cream was average, but if you're a fan of ginger, you'll definitely appreciate the Ginger Ice Cream, which gets honorable mention for great ginger flavor. | |
| Four Square 16 Commerical St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 848-4448 |
American Casual, Comfort Food | • Arancini • Sweet Potato Ravioli • Steak Tip Mac & Cheese • Burger • Pizza • Risotto (side) • Chocolate Mousse |
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| Four Winds Pub & Grill 265 Broadway Lynn, MA 01904 (781) 584-6374 |
American Casual, Outdoor Dining & Comfort Food | • Four Winds Burger w/Onion Rings • Steak Tips |
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| Fours, The 15 Cottage Ave. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 471-4447 — Various Locations |
Sports Bar | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Teriyaki Steak Tips • Burger • Mac & Cheese |
Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were on the better side of average. Teriyaki Steak Tips were reasonably good, but similarly just on the better side of average. Burger was generally a solid burger but didn't really standout that much. I'd say better side of average. And to continute the theme, Mac & Cheese was also on the better side of average. Basically, I feel like within the realm of pub food, this place would fall into the higher end category, so you probably won't regret the stop in. | |
| Fox Den, The 482 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 305-3869 |
Polish, Portuguese, Cocktail Bars | • Devil's on Horseback • Angel Eggs • Pumpkin Pierogi • BLT Grilled Cheese w/Onion Rings • Portuguese Fried Rice • Haluski Mac & Cheese • Chips & Dip (side) |
Devil's on Horseback and Angel Eggs were both tasty and enjoyable, even if no great wow factor. Pumpkin Pierogi was good for a nice fresh pierogi. BLT Grilled Cheese was pretty solid too for a mix of this type. Onion Rings were fine. Portuguese Fried Rice was an interesting color (orange), but tasted also just ok. Haluski Mac & Cheese and Chips & Dip were both very skippable. Overall nice and enjoyable food but nothing that requires a special trip. | |
| Fox & Hound 123 Sea St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 471-4030 |
Comfort Food, Grill | • Fox & Hound Onion Porter Soup • Thai Chicken Won Tons • Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese • Potato Skin Pizza • Spicy Peanut Pizza • Harvest Ravioli |
√ Mac & Cheese | The Mac & Cheese was the standout here. It was very well balanced and did not end up feeling like a brick in my stomach. There was cheesy goodness in every bite, and a nice crumb topping on top. You will not be disappointed. Fox & Hound Onion Porter Soup I'd place on the far better side of average. Thai Chicken Won Tons were good but not a standout. Steak Tips were average. Harvest Ravioli was nothing special. Spicy Peanut Pizza gets honorable mention mainly for it's unusual flavor combination, but also it's thin crust and overall flavor. It also has a spicy kick which didn't quite sing to, but I believe most will enjoy this one. Potato Skin Pizza was reasonably good, though it's really heavy (not that this is a surprised with bread and mashed potatoes). Enjoyable but I like some of the other options better. |
| Fox Creek Tavern 141 High St. Ipswich, MA 01938 (978) 312-1088 |
Bars, American (New), Comfort Food | • Irish Nachos • Jalapeno Popper Ragoons • BBQ Steak Tips • Extra Local Burger • Onion Rings (side) |
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| Fox's Lobster House 8 Sohier Park Rd. York Beach, ME 03910 (207) 363-2643 |
Lobster, Seafood | • Onion Rings • Mudslide Ice Cream Pie |
Both items were good but average. | |
| Frank & Nick's 1 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (857) 770-3483 |
Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches | Arancini • Steak & Cheese Sub • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Espresso Martini |
Arancini was virtually flavorless. Steak & Cheese Sub was on the far better side of average. Pepperoni Pizza was a little doughier than I'd prefer, but was generally pretty tasty. Espresso Martini was fine. Maybe would've been better had it not been served in a plastic cup. | |
| Frank Pepe Pizzeria 157 Wooster St. New Haven, CT 06511 (203) 865-5762 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | I'll say this: "I" personally was not wowed by this pizza. It WAS good, but I didn't find it particularly outstanding. However, the group that I sampled this with unanimously voted the other way. So, I invite you to find your nearest location and sample for yourself. | |
| Frank's Steak House 2310 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 661-0666 |
Steak | • Fried Onion Loaf • Cheesy Fries • French Onion Soup • Bacon Cheeseburger • Grapenut Custard |
The Fried Onion Loaf was more a concept item. Onion rings smushed together into a loaf. They tasted like fairly average onion rings. The Cheesy Fries were on the better side of average, but still average. The French Onion Soup and Grapenut Custard were not especially good. The Bacon Cheeseburger was average. | |
| Franklin Cafe 278 Shawmut Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 350-0010 |
Seafood, Brunch | • Corn Ravioli | Corn Ravioli sounds good on paper but was boring flavorwise. | |
| Franz's Food 46 Main St. Durham, NH 03824 (603) 868-3800 |
Fast Food, Breakfast | • The JB • The Buddha • Chocolate Chip Cookies |
I think this is the first time that I've actually felt somewhat "intimidated" by a hot dog. I say this in reference to the sheer amount of toppings on this thing. They were so overflowing that I actually required a fork before I was able to even get AT the hot dog. Sadly, when I finally did, I found it to be all too average.. and if your base of food is not all that good, hiding it under a mountain of toppings is not going to be the fix. So, while an excellent value at around $4, I can't give it the nod. As to the JB, it's a nice concept, and certainly was not bad by any means, but I can't say I'd recommend it as worth the journey. More like, if you live/go to school in the area, it would perhaps be the perfect on-the-go-breakfast, as it's compact and filling. Cookies were also very decent with large chocolate chunkage in every bite. | |
| Fred's Franks Exit 40 off I-95 (Wakefield Center Rotary Exit) Wakefield, MA 01880 |
Hot Dog | • Hot Dog | √ Hot Dog | I'm not even sure specifically what it was about this dog that made it so good, but it certainly was. Fresh bun, fresh condiments, beautifully cooked dog = great combination. You can find it just off the Wakefield Center rotary exit, almost immediately to the right near a little parking nook. Just look for the long line of people.:) |
| Frederick's Pastries 25 South River Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 647-2253 — Various Locations |
Bakery | • Chocolate Cake Slice • Mocha Cupcake • Cookie Whoopie Pie • Chocolate Macaroon • Eclair • Fudge Brownie Bar • Rum Ball • Cake Truffle • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Cannoli |
Amazingly, from all of these items listed, not one thing stood out as being anything but average... | |
| French Press Bakery & Cafe 74 Chapel St. Needham, MA 02492 (781) 400-2660 |
Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Sandwiches | • Almond Croissant • Chocolate Croissant • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Croque Tartine • Fried Chicken Sandwich (Friday only) • Chocolate Bavarian Gateau • Salted Caramel Eclair • Opera Cake • Paris Brest • Mousse Dome |
Of the 3 croissants, I'd probably give a slight edge to the almond one, even though I really wanted there to be more filling. That said, it you're just looking for a good (even plain) croissant, look no further. They were all fresh and buttery, and I give honorable mention to all of them for overall enjoyment. Croque Tartine was good but nothing earth-shattering. Chocolate Bavarian Gateau, which is essentially chocolate mousse cake, gets honorable mention. It didn't quite have the magic spark, but it was thoroughly enjoyable for us chocoholics! Opera Cake was very rich, but was also quite yummy. Paris Brest was sort of an odd (not in a bad way) mini donut with cream in the middle. Hard to describe, but again thoroughly enjoyable to eat. Chocolate Chip Cookie was just ok. If you're gonna pick one, Chocolate Bavarian Gateau or Paris Brest will make your day. Fried Chicken Sandwich was on the better side of average. Salted Caramel Eclair was fine but nothing special. | |
| Frenchie Wine Bistro 560 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02118 (857) 233-5941 |
French | • Croque Monsieur (Br) | Croque Monsieur was fine but nothing special. | |
| Fresh Boston 232 Old Colony Ave. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 315-7090 |
Sandwiches, Salad, Acai Bowls | • Turkey Twister • Danksgiving |
Both sandwiches were very good. The Turkey Twister was a little too heavy on the mustard, and I'd recommend getting the Danksgiving as a wrap. | |
| Fresser's Delicatessen 1097 N. Main St. Randolph, MA 02368 (781) 961-4383 |
Delis, Sandwiches | • Reuben Stacker • Ham, Turkey, Bacon, Cheddar Wrap • Ultimate Grilled Cheese • Brisket |
√ Brisket | So apparently they only do the Brisket on Mondays and Fridays, so I highly recommend a stop in on one of these days. Fall apart, lean, and an amazing flavor. I'm sure you can get it on a sandwich, but honestly it was wonderful all on it's own! As for the sandwiches sampled, the Ultimate Grilled Cheese was interesting as I've never had one with cream cheese as one of the cheeses, but honestly it kind of overwhelmed everything else so not as impressive as I'd hoped. The Wrap was very stuffed with ingredients which was great, and everything was very obviously super fresh, but I can't say it had a specific wow factor beyond that. The Reuben Stacker was very tasty, with some of the best rye bread I've ever had (and I'm not typically a fan of rye bread!!). This is probably the sandwich that I'd get on a non-brisket day, and because this is like a 2 meal sandwich. Absolutely recommend a stop in at this place. Mike the owner is super friendly and quite the character:) |
| Friendly Toast 75 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-9777 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Breakfast | • Coconut Pancakes • Herb Omelette • Orleans Fries • Cheesy Fries • The DGGC • Guiness Battered Onion Rings • Breakfast Eggrolls • Some Like It Tot • Hash Quiche |
√ Herb Omelette √ Guiness Battered Onion Rings |
The Herb Omelette is worth the journey here. An unusual combination of flavors that work amazingly well together. I definitely did not want to stop eating this dish and recommend it as a MUST TRY! The Guiness Battered Onion Rings also get the nod. An unusual flavor (in a good way), they were crispy, flavorful, and not greasy at all. Not to mention the amount that you get is enough for 4 people. The Coconut Pancake was pretty tasty as far as pancakes go. It was nice that you could get either one or two, because the portion for one was huge, though it was very nice and lite. Honorable mention for this item. Frankly if you're in a pancake mood, you probably won't go wrong with any of the choices here. The Orleans Fries were a little too spicy for my taste, but if you like spicy, and favor sweet potato fries, you'd probably be in heaven with these. The Cheesy Fries were good (and the strawberry habanero sauce was fantastic), but in and of itself, the fries were just on the better side of average. The DGGC (damn good grilled cheese) is good if you like a little spice, but was still fairly average as far as I was concerned. Breakfast Eggrolls were fine but a little too bready with the eggroll wrapper. Some Like It Tot were essentially glorified tater-tots. A unique presentation but I can't they really spoke to me flavorwise. Maybe with a slightly thicker cheese sauce... Hash Quiche was definitely an interesting take. It was like a mash-up of egg and potatoes. Enjoyable but not amazing. |
| Friendly's 157 Apex Dr. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 251-1006 — Various Locations |
Chain, Ice Cream | • Western Omelette • Honey BBQ Chicken SuperMelt with Loaded Waffle Fries • Oriental Chicken Salad • Chocolate Vanilla Twist Soft-Serve Ice Cream • Forbidden Chocolate Ice Cream • M&M Friend-z |
The soft serve was decent, but I've had better. The M&M Friend-z was ok, but nothing special. Same for the Honey BBQ Chicken SuperMelt with Loaded Waffle Fries. Same for the Oriental Chicken Salad. Same for the Forbidden Chocolate Ice Cream. Same for the Western Omelette. I think you get the idea... | |
| Front Room, The 73 Congress St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 773-3366 |
Comfort Food, American | • French Onion Soup • Short Ribs |
Both items were decent but nothing amazing. | |
| Fuddruckers 50 Walkers Brook Dr. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 942-4891 |
Burgers, Chain | • Burger with Mushrooms, Onions, Bacon, Cheddar, and Swiss • Fries • Triple Chocolate Cookie • Double Chocolate Brownie • Onion Rings |
√ Burger | Fuddruckers calls itself the "Home of the World's Greatest Hamburgers", and they really may not be too far off. Now honestly, it may really be more about the customizationability of the burgers over the actual burgers themselves, but whatever it is, the end product just works! Between the choices of burger sizes, toppings, sauces, and the freshness of everything, I would definitely have to call it worth the journey. The fries are ok, but fairly basic. The cookie and brownie are nothing special. Onion Rings were on the better side of average mostly due to their crispiness and not being too greasy. |
| Fuji at Assembly 320 Canal St. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 628-8883 |
Japanese, Sushi & Asian | • Vegetarian Gyoza • Hot & Sour Soup • Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry • Green Tea Tiramisu |
Vegetarian Gyoza had a nice crispiness but was average taste-wise. Hot & Sour Soup was good but average. Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry was on the better side of average. Green Tea Tiramisu was nice and light, but the green tea flavor was minimal. | |
| Fuse Bistro 45 Palmer St. Lowell, MA 01854 (978) 323-0424 |
American Casual & Comfort Food | • Cauliflower Crust Flatbread • Loaded Tots • Cape Cod Crunch Burger • Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwich |
Cauliflower Crust Flatbread was on the far better side of average. Loaded Tots came out as 4 golf ball sized potato tots which were just ok. I got them without jalepenos, the tomato relish was essentially just cut up tomatoes, and the cheese was fairly non-existent. I wasn't overy impressed. Cape Cod Crunch Burger was on the slightly better side of average. Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwich was on the better side of average. | |
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| G Bar and Kitchen 254 Humphrey St. Swampscott, MA 01907 (781) 596-2228 |
Seafood & Steak | • Mushroom Strudel • Challah Bread Pudding? • Amy's Apple Crisp |
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| G's Restaurant 35 Washington St. Haverhill, MA 01832 (978) 377-0457 |
Southern, Tex-Mex, BBQ | • Queso • Mushroom Empanadas • G's Burger • Corpus Chrispy Chicken Sandwich • Brisket |
Queso was decent and on the better side of average. Mushroom Empanadas were similarly well balanced, meaning not overly doughy and reasonably enjoyable. G's Burger was fine but nothing amazing. Slightly better side of average. Kind of similar for the Corpus Chrispy Chicken Sandwich. Brisket on the other hand was rubbery and had virtually no flavor. Don't bother with this. | |
| Gaetanos 271 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 279-0100 |
Italian | • Chef's Beef Stroganoff • Short Rib Crostini • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
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| Galleria Umberto 289 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-5709 |
Italian, Pizza | • Sicilian Pizza (L) • Panzarotti (L) • Arancini (L) |
The Arancini gets honorable mention here. The price to portion ratio can't be beat, & it maintained an amazing crunchiness throughout. It only got honorable mention because while it was really good, it wasn't "great" The pizza was the better side of average, but that's still average. The Panzarotti was nothing special. Special note for very friendly service. | |
| Galley 95 Front St. Scituate, MA 02066 (781) 545-3663 |
American & Seafood | • Empanada • Croquettes • Mac & Queso • Elotes • Nachitos • Gringo Taco • Birria Taco |
Empanada was fine but really not a standout. Same for the Croquettes and Mac & Queso. Elotes were fine. Nachitos were a decent portion for a tapa, and probably the only item on the better side of average. Both Tacos were good, and satisfying, but again no great standouts. | |
| Game On! 82 Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 351-7001 |
Sports Bar, Pub | • Nachos Experience • "Build Your Own Fries" • Steak Tips |
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| Garrison House 6 Harvard Sq. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 487-8537 |
Bars, American (New), Venues & Event Spaces | • Haus Pretzel Bites • Veggie Pot Stickers • Garrison House Nachos • Pesto Grilled Cheese • Mac & Cheese (side) |
The Haus Pretzel Bites didn't really have any flavor, so I'd skip that one. The Veggie Pot Stickers were generally enjoyable and worth trying if you're here. Better side of average. Garrison House Nachos had a nice smattering of toppings, and were similarly quite enjoyable. Far better side of average. Pesto Grilled Cheese was fine if a little bready. Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average, with an interesting flavor kick from one of the cheeses. | |
| Gavel Public House, The 36 South St. Wrentham, MA 02093 (508) 384-0888 |
American Casual, Pub & Tavern | • Gavel Poutine • Irish Nachos • Gavel Caesar Salad w/Steak Tips • Onion Rings (side) • Carrot Cake |
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| Geoff's Superlative Sandwiches 401 S. Main St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 751-2248 |
Sandwiches | • The Juggs | The sandwich was on the far better side of average, but it just lacked any kind of real wow factor. | |
| George's Coney Island 158 Southbridge St. Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 753-4362 |
Hot Dog | • Coney Island Hot Dog • Hot Dog with The Works |
Decent, but nothing special. Though you certainly can't go wrong with a loaded up dog for less than $2. If you're walking/driving by, it's worth the stop in. However I cannot recommend it as Worth The Journey. | |
| George's Of Galilee 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd. Narragansett, RI 02882 (401) 783-2306 |
Seafood, Lobster | • Onion Rings | Thick cut, but nothing special tastewise. | |
| Geppetto 100 N. First St. Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 945-1349 |
Italian, Wine Bars | • Fried Mozzarella Cacio e Pepe • Mushroom Arancini • Mushroom Lasagna • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
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| Ghost Pepper Taco + Tequila Bar 120 Savin Hill Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 326-6377 |
Mexican, Lounges | • Empanadas • Elote • Carne Asada Taco • Gringo Taco |
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| Giana Restaurant 3 Roosevelt Cir. Easton, MA 02375 (508) 219-2045 |
Pizza, New American | • Chicken Parm Meatballs • Steak Tips • Bourbon Praline Bread Pudding • Espresso Martini Flight |
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| Gibbet Hill Grill 61 Lowell Rd. Groton, MA 01450 (978) 448-2900 |
New American, Steak | • Farmhouse Grilled Cheeses • Chilled Corn Soup • Steak Tips • Classic Mac & Cheese (side) • Onion Rings (side) • Citrus-Honey Glazed Carrots (side) • Mushrooms (side) • Chocolate Pots de Creme |
√ Farmhouse Grilled Cheeses √ Chilled Corn Soup √ Chocolate Pots de Creme |
Some pretty amazing standouts in this place. The Farmhouse Grilled Cheeses came with 2 different cheeses and 2 different breads. Both types were amazing, especially with the tomato soup for dipping. A wonderful appetizer. Chilled Corn Soup had the type of literal wow factor in which I literally said "wow" after each bite. Fresh herbs, perfect flavor, a must get! The Chocolate Pots de Creme was a similar piece of orgasmic wowness... a layer of caramel on top, perfect chocolate mousse on the bottom, it was like eating a silk Milky Way with whipped cream on top. Another definite must try! The rest of the items were all good, but not really standouts. |
| Gilley's 175 Fleet St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 431-6343 |
Diner, Hot Dog | • Bacon Cheeseburger • Chili Dog • Chili Cheese Fries • Brownie |
Bacon Cheeseburger was a solid little smashburger type deal. Better side of average. Chili Cheese Fries weren't bad. Skin-on and crispy but I can't say the flavor overly popped. The chili was also decent but not amazing. | |
| Ginger Betty's 215 Samoset Ave. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 472-4729 |
Bakery | • Ginger Snap Cookies • Chocolate Chip Cookies • Chocolate Covered Macaroons • Brownie |
While I disclaim that I'm not that much into ginger snaps, the Ginger Snap Cookies struck me as jut ok. Chocolate Chip Cookies on the other hand get honorable mention, mostly for their chocolate chunkiness, not so much for their flavor outright. Chocolate Covered Macaroons and the Brownie were both good but not standouts. | |
| Gingerbread Construction Co., The 52 Main St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 246-2200 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Breakfast | • Chocolate Dream Muffin • Boston Creme Muffin • Chocolate Chunk Cookie • Double Chocolate Cookie with White Chocolate • Iced-Coffee • Coffee |
Both cookies were decent, with the chocolate chunk being the slight standout with it's melty, gooey chocolate in every bite. I don't know that it was the MOST flavorful I've ever had, but it certainly ranks up there. I wouldn't say worth the journey in and of itself, but certainly worth the pull-in if you're passing by the place. Avoid the coffee though, as it tasted more like drinking a cup of water with a little coffee mixed in there (both the iced and the hot). The muffins were a little tough to rate, as they seemed more in the land of cupcakes, and not necessarily something that one might want first thing in the morning. The being said however, I can't recommend them given the somewhat uneven balance of the cake to frosting/creme ratio. I would however give them honorable mention, and say that it's definitely at least worth a try if you're passing by, for this very unique looking "muffin". | |
| Giulia 1682 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 441-2800 |
Italian | • Paccheri Pasta with Pesto Alla Trapenese • Pistachio Gelato • Chocolate Terrine |
√ Atmosphere | This is another one of those standout exceptions, such that while there was not a specific dish worth the journey, everything about the meal fit into place so well, and the food was overall so fresh and flavorful, I would highly recommend checking this place out. Bonus points for excellent service. |
| Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant & Marketplace 27 Enon St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 720-8339 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Asiago Arancini • Chicken Parm • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Tiramisu |
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| Glass House 450 Kendall St. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 945-9450 |
American, Eclectic & Comfort Food | • Housemade Chips & Dip • Lasagna Bolognese |
Housemade Chips & Dip were average. Lasagna Bolognese was good, but certainly NOT worth $22... | |
| GlenPharmer Distillery 860 W. Central St. Franklin, MA 02038 (508) 528-4000 |
Distilleries | • Short Rib Bites • Pharmer Flatbread • Smashed Burger • Bombolini |
Short Rib Bites were fine if a little fatty. Pharmer Flatbread was a little too bready and thus didn't have the right bread to toppings proportions. Smashed Burger was actually decent, but would have been much better with a single meat patty rather than 2. It's never good when your burger is too tall to hold with one hand. Bombolini were on the far better side of average overall. A well proportioned dessert with a nice choice of sauces. | |
| Goat, The 142 Congress St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 590-4628 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Comfort Food, Whiskey Bars | • Nachos • Custom Burger • Bacon Bucket • 7 Cheese Brisket Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips • Choco Taco Boozy Frappe |
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| Golden Temple 1651 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 277-9722 |
Chinese | • Beef Teriyaki • Egg Rolls • Hot & Sour Soup • Sesame Beef • Golden Cloud Beef • Chocolate Crunch Cake • Tiramisu |
√ Hot & Sour Soup | The key word here is pricey, at least as far as Chinese food goes..and I would venture to say that the food does not match the prices, at least per my sampling. The Eggrolls were pretty dry and unappetizing, the Beef Teriyaki and the Sesame Beef were both good but nothing special, and the Golden Cloud Beef gets honorable mention for it's unusual pasta combination, but was still basically your average pasta with vegetables. The somewhat unexpected standout here was the Hot & Sour soup. While not necessarily the best I've ever had, it had a surprising sweetness to it, that made it almost addictingly good. It may be more apt to label in "Sweet & Sour" soup. It was however tasty enough to be labeled as a dish worth the journey. Tiramisu was better than I thought it would be, and in fact gets honorable mention. Chocolate Crunch Cake was average. |
| Goldenrod Drive-In 1681 Candia Rd. Manchester, NH 03109 (603) 623-9469 |
Ice Cream, Seafood, American | • Chicken Tenders (side) • Ice Cream |
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| Goldilox Bagels 186 Winthrop St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 219-9522 |
Bagels, Coffee & Tea | • Sesame Bagel with Veggie Cream Cheese • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Everything Bagel |
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| Good Day Cafe 19 High St. N. Andover, MA 01845 (978) 688-6006 |
Bakery & Sandwiches | • Iced Coffee • Hot Coffee • Brownie • Chocolate Bread Pudding • 7-Layer Bar • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Cream Pie • Chocolate Chip Muffin • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Thanksgiving Day Sandwich |
√ Chocolate Cream Pie | The Chocolate Cream Pie was the only standout here. Chocolatey, fluffy, with an excellent crust. Absolutely worth trying, however take note that this item might only be a special, and not a regular menu item... Iced Coffee was on the better side of average. Brownie, Chocolate Bread Pudding, 7-Layer Bar, and the Chocolate Chip Cookie were all average. Hot Coffee was not that good. Chocolate Chip Muffin was on the better side of average. It had a nice head/top on it, with a slight crisp, which made for a good rip and eat, and had an ok balanced with the chocolate chip to muffin ratio. Ham & Cheese Croissant was too bready and not overly flavorful. Thanksgiving Day Sandwich, which I got in a wrap, had a decent mix of ingredients and was quite satisfying, though no amazing standout flavor. Better side of average. |
| Goodstuff Smokehouse 97 Main St. Blackstone, MA 01504 (508) 928-1815 |
BBQ, Southern | • Kettlecorn • Candied Bacon • 3 Meat Combo • Mac & Cheese (side) • Cole Slaw (side) • Cornbread (side) • Banana Pudding |
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| Goody Cole's Smokehouse 374 Rte 125 Brentwood, NH 03833 (603) 679-8898 |
Smokehouse, BBQ | • Brisket & Turkey Plate w/Mac & Cheese and Cole Slaw | ||
| GPub 61 Orange St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 632-4782 — Various Locations |
Comfort Food, American Casual & Pub | • Nachos • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Everything Pretzels • Burger • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Nachos were a large portion with really crispy chips despite the overload of toppings, with a nice add-on of chili. Honorable mention for these. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls had a similarly nice crunch with a tasty meat filling. Far better side of average. Everything Pretzels came as a set of 4, and were very soft and complimentary to the everything topping. Far better side of average for this dish. Burger was tender and reasonably tasty also. Better side of average for this one. Mac & Cheese was not as cheesy as I would've liked it, but was still fairly flavorful overall. Slightly better side of average. This is one of those places that while there isn't a definitive standout, it struck me as overall very good food! | |
| Grace By Nia 60 Seaport Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 927-9411 |
Jazz & Blues, Southern, Cocktail Bars | • Onion Soup • Island Empanadas • Mac & Cheese (side) • German Chocolate Mousse Bomb |
Onion Soup was alright. A hearty portion with a lot of bread cubes in it. I guess slightly better side of average overall. Island Empanadas were a little too bready and a little more spicy than I would've liked. Mac & Cheese had a nice crumb topping, but the overall flavor didn't really speak to me. German Chocolate Mousse Bomb was fine but nothing special. | |
| Grainsley's Kitchen + Drinks 745 W. Shore Rd. Warwick, RI 02889 (401) 737-4992 |
Beer Bar, Cocktail Bars, American (Traditional) | • Mozzarella Triangles • Garlic Parm Boneless Wings • Pizza |
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| Granary Tavern 170 Milk St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 449-7110 |
Tavern, American & Pub | • Garlic Chips & Dip • Sweet Potato Fritters • Granary Burger • Porcini Flatbread |
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| Granfanallys 354 N. Broadway Salem, NH 03079 (603) 898-4412 |
Pizza | • Garlic Knot Pizza | ||
| Gray's Ice Cream 16 East Rd. Tiverton, RI 02878 (401) 624-4500 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Ice Cream | Beyond average. | |
| Grazie Italian Restaurant 80 Meadow Creek Dr. Dracut, MA 01826 (978) 455-0054 |
Italian, Pizza & Steak | • Pumpkin Ravioli (½ order) • Agnolotti al Plin (½ order) • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Greco 225 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 572-3300 — Various Locations |
Greek, Mediterranean & Take-out | • Classic Chicken Gyro • Kataifi Loukoumades • Mocha Frappe |
√ Kataifi Loukoumades | The Kataifi Loukoumades were the unexpected standout here. Not overly bread or heavy, these were a nice sort of poppable, with a wonderful flavor combination or ingredients. These are just the kind of thing that's a nice share for something sweet after a meal. It didn't seem like these were actually filled, but were more covered with the cream. Recommend grabbing an order when you're in the neighborhood. Mocha Frappe gets honorable mention. An enjoyable and refreshing beverage, but was a little too ice heavy. Still, also recommend grabbing to try. Classic Chicken Gyro was fine but honestly it didn't really standout in any great way for me. |
| Great Lost Bear, The 540 Forest Ave. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 772-0300 |
American Casual, Pub | • Chili Cheese Fries • Teriyaki Grilled Mushrooms |
Teriyaki Grilled Mushrooms were fairly good, but nothing outstanding. Chili Cheese Fries had a nice fun round cut on the fries, but weren't anything overly special tastewise. | |
| Great Road Kitchen 613 Constitution Ave. Littleton, MA 01460 (978) 952-7333 |
New American, Seafood, Cocktail Bars | • Butternut Squash Bisque • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Short Rib • Chocolate Mousse |
The Butternut Squash Bisque was on the better side of average. The Butternut Squash Ravioli was on the better side of average. The Short Rib was not overly fatty thankfully and I'd similarly put in on the better side of average. Chocolate Mousse was a little too rich but was ok if you're planning to share it with like 4 people. Overall good but nothing standout. | |
| Great Wall, The 309B Great Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 275-7007 |
Chinese | • Orange Flavored Spicy Beef • Beef Teriyaki • Spring Rolls • Hot & Sour Soup |
The Orange Flavored Spicy Beef and Beef Teriyaki both get honorable mention. Flavorful and saucy, no chewy pieces, just no great wow-factor. The Hot & Sour Soup and Spring Rolls were average. | |
| Greatest Bar, The 262 Friend St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 367-0544 |
Sports Bar, Cocktail Lounge | • Loaded Nachos • Steak Tips |
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| Grateful Dedham Diner, The 573 High St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 375-2108 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers, Sandwiches | • Custom Omelette • Bacon (side) |
Omelette was fine but about average. Bacon was a little too fatty. | |
| Greenhouse Wood Fired Pub, The 3 Cape Rd. Mendon, MA 01746 (508) 634-8900 |
American & BBQ | • Jameson Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese |
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| Gregg's Restaurant 1359 Post Rd. Warwick, RI 02888 (401) 467-5700 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Brunch & Comfort Food | • Death by Chocolate Cake • Boston Cream Pie • Chocolate Cream Pie • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Pumpkin Pie • Chocolate Covered Eclair • Carrot Cake |
The Pumpkin Pie was very good, and the Chocolate Covered Eclair not so much. The Death by Chocolate Cake was good but was very rich, a little too much so. Chocolate Cream Pie had a very nice cocoa flavor, and was thoroughly enjoyable, but didn't quite pop enough for me. Chocolate Mousse Cake was on the far better side of average. I'd have to give the Boston Cream Pie honorable mention, as it was the best balanced of the samples, and the cake was very moist. If you're looking for a sweet treat, stick to the cakes and pies and you won't be at all disappointed! Carrot Cake was average. | |
| Grendel's Den 89 Winthrop St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 491-1160 |
International | • Nachos Supreme | Nachos Supreme were average. Cute college-y place with a friendly atmosphere. | |
| Grill 23 & Bar 161 Berkeley St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 542-2255 |
Steak, Seafood | • Hash Browns • Organic Truffle Tots • Coconut Cream Pie • Sticky Toffee Pudding • Valrhona Chocolate Layer Cake |
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| Grille 151 151 Main St. Weymouth, MA 02188 (781) 803-6696 |
Seafood, Comfort Food, American | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • French Onion Soup • Corn Chowder • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Steak Tips • Braised Short Rib • Pizza |
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| Grill Room, The 84 Exchange St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 774-BEEF |
Steak, American | • Cheeseburger Pizza • French Onion Soup • Famous Maine Sea Salt Fries (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Roasted Mushrooms (side) — Moscato d'Asti, Bricco del Sole DOCG, Italy |
The Cheeseburger Pizza was ok, but I've had far better renditions. The French Onion Soup and the Roasted Mushrooms were very average. The Famous Maine Sea Salt Fries get honorable mention here. I'm not sure what it was about them exactly, but whatever it was, I'm guessing "famous" might be more than just a marketing term for this one... Mac & Cheese was on the better side of average. | |
| Gritty McDuff's 396 Fore St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 772-BREW — Various Locations |
Pub, American Casual | • Nachos | The Nachos are nice in that you can load them up with a bunch of stuff, but they still tasted pretty average in the end. | |
| Grog 13 Middle St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 465-8008 |
American Casual, Pub | • Chile Con Carne • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Sweet Potato Burrito • Onion Rings (side) • Sweet Potato Fries (side) • Boston Cream Pie • Tollhouse Cookie Pie • Chocolate Mousse |
The Chile Con Carne, Butternut Squash Ravioli, and Tollhouse Cookie Pie were all not particularly good. The Sweet Potato Burrito, Sweet Potato Fries, and Onion Rings were all good, but fairly average. The Boston Cream Pie had a nice moist cake, but the rest was nothing special. It needed better proportioning of cake-chocolate-cream. The Chocolate Mousse was definitely on the better side of average, but I really wanted it to be smoother. | |
| Grove 101 Main St. Rowley, MA 01969 (978) 484-5166 |
American Casual, Comfort Food | • Tater Tots | ||
| Guanachapi's Restaurant 273 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 788-8590 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Salvadoran, Mexican | • Steak Taco • Birria Taco |
Both tacos were tasty, and I'd put them both on the far better side of average, giving the edge to the birria. | |
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| Halfway Cafe 394 Main St. Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 926-3595 — Various Locations |
Pub, Sports Bar | • Appetizer Sampler • Chicken Fingers • Chili Cheese Fries • Pizza • Sirloin Tips |
√ Pizza √ Chicken Fingers |
The amazing pizza was an unexpected standout here. I'd heard a lot of good things but this was far better than I was expecting. A perfectly crispy crust, not overly greasy, with a very satisfying flavor. Absolutely worth the journey. The other was the Chicken Fingers. An excellent combination of crispy & tender, well complimented by a Duck Sauce dipping sauce. The Appetizer Sampler was relatively average, though the Boneless Chicken Wings were most noteworthy amongst the offerings. The Chili Cheese Fries were actually pretty bad, despite what I had heard. The Sirloin Tips were on the better side of average, but were still fairly average. |
| Hangry Kitchen 542 Pawtucket Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02860 (401) 424-5812 |
Tapas/Small Plates, Desserts, Salad | • Squash Dumplings • Fricco Fries • Broccoli Cheddar Soup • Carolina Red Rice Arancini • Chicken Pot Pie Johnny Cakes • Patty Melt |
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| Harbor Burger Shack 355 US-1 Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 703-2141 |
Burgers, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches | • Aye Aye Smokehouse Bacon Burger • Back from the Beach Burger • Chili Cheese Fries |
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| Harbor Sweets 85 Leavitt St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 745-7648 |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Dark Chocolate Square • White Chocolate With Almond Crunch |
Very very average. | |
| Harborside Grill & Patio 101 Harborside Dr. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 568-6060 |
Seafood, Bistro | • Chocolate Mousse Cake | ||
| Hard Rock Cafe 350 Trolley Line Blvd. Ledyard, CT 06338 (860) 312-7625 |
American Casual, Pub | • Hard Rock Nachos • Twisted Mac & Cheese (side) • Onion Rings (side) • Hickory BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger |
Hickory BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger gets honorable mention. A very solid burger with a nice combination of ingredients that came together very nicely. No super standouts but you won't disappointed ordering this. Hard Rock Nachos were very average with very spartan ingredients. Sad part is they might actually be pretty good with more toppings. Onion Rings were on the slightly better side of average. Twisted Mac & Cheese was a little spicy but I wouldn't overall put it much past average. | |
| Harp & Bard 1099 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 265-2893 |
Pub, American Casual | • Fried Fresh Mozzarella • Ultimate Nacho Platter • Pizza • Steak Tips |
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| Harraseeket Inn 162 Main St. Freeport, ME 04032 (207) 865-9377 |
Seafood, Pub | • Mac & Cheese • Double Chocolate Chip Cookie |
Mac & Cheese had a nice crumb topping, but was overly oily. Double Chocolate Chip Cookie was good but a little too thick and doughy. Hard to describe but you're not really missing anything if you skip this dish. | |
| Harrows 126 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 944-0410 — Various Locations |
Chicken, Take-out | • Chicken Pie with Carrot & Potato | I admit this review may be a bit biased, in that I'm not a big chicken pie fan overall, and thus have little to compare this to. But, I would feel very safe to say that you ARE a chicken pie fan, you probably would not go wrong at Harrow's. The pie had an excellent crust and flavorful meat, but I just wouldn't feel comfortable judging this one fairly. You'll just have to go in and try it for yourself!:) | |
| Harry's 149 Turnpike Rd. Westboro, MA 01581 (508) 366-8302 |
Breakfast, Fried Clams | • Chili Cheese Fries • Onion Rings • Chocolate Cream Pie |
Harry's is a little diner right on route 9. The kind of place that you want to have in your town, where you can just stop in for a quick bite, get takeout, or just sit in the corner and read. Everyone is super friendly, and the staff is very attentive. The Chili Cheese Fries, somewhat surprising even to myself, get honorable mention. It was the fact that the chili was pretty good, and that the cheese was nice and saucy, that you could kinda dip your fries in it and not even need ketchup. They were kind enough to make me a small side size order even though it doesn't list that on the menu. Onion Rings and Chocolate Cream Pie were average, but honestly I would have no problems giving this place another go. I'd recommend a stop in here. | |
| Harry's Bar & Burger 121 N. Main St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 228-7437 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Mother of All Burgers • Salt & Pepper Fries with Chili & Cheese Sauce • S'mores Shake |
√ Mother of All Burgers | The Mother of All Burgers just barely gets the nod here. The burgers are actually sliders, and this particular flavor combination really worked well. Highly recommend trying this out as you will not be disappointed. Salt & Pepper Fries were good but average. S'mores Shake was similarly good but average. |
| Harry's Bar & Grille 407 West Grove St. Middleboro, MA 02346 (508) 947-9297 |
Pub & Wings | • Burger • Onion Rings (½ order) • Apache Nachos with Steak Tips • Pizza |
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| Hart's Turkey Farm 233 Daniel Webster Hwy. Meredith, NH 03253 (603) 279-6212 |
Turkey, New England | • Turkey Sampler • Turkey Divan • Death by Chocolate |
Turkey fans will certainly enjoy this place. Turkey in pretty much any form you can imagine. It was good for what it was, but this place is more for the "all turkey experience" than the food itself so to speak. No great standouts here. | |
| Hartley's Original Pork Pies 1729 S. Main St. Fall River, MA 02724 (508) 676-8605 |
Bakeries | • Small Chicken Pie • Small Chili Pie |
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| Harvard Gardens 316 Cambridge St. Boston, MA 02134 (617) 523-2727 |
New American | • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese (side) • HG Burger |
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| Harvest 44 Brattle St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 868-2255 |
American, Brunch | • Butternut Squash Soup • Rosemary & Parmesan Fries • Chocolate Decadence |
Butternut Squash Soup had a little bit of a spicy kick to it which I thought actually detracted from it's goodness. It's an interesting twist, but maybe not for this kind of soup imho. Rosemary & Parmesan Fries were on the better side of average being fresh cut. Enjoyable but I can't really give them too much more than that. Chocolate Decadence looked fun, but taste-wise, not as much. | |
| Harvest Tap & Table 2685 Grand Army of the Republic Hwy. Swansea, MA 02777 (508) 379-6072 |
Farm Stand, American Casual & Take-out | • Chow Mein Sandwich (Saturdays only) • Onion Rings |
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| Hash House A Go Go 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (888) 226-7711 |
Breakfast, Comfort Food & American | • S'mores Mocha • Snickers Bread Pudding |
Both of the items I tried were extremely indulgent. S'mores Mocha was fine. It had a layer of marshmallow melted over it which really just made it too much of a good thing. Snickers Bread Pudding was fine, but I didn't really get anything Snickers-y from it. I've heard the other dishes are oversized, and I wouldn't be surprised. Still, I can't say I was overly impressed from my sampling. | |
| Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Sq. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-4080 |
Inn, Eclectic | • Apple Pumpkin Bisque • Onion Rings • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Braised Short Rib Sandwich • Chocolate-Banana Bread Pudding • Tiger Brownie-Nut Sundae |
√ Apple Pumpkin Bisque | The Apple Pumpkin Bisque was worth the journey here, but unfortunately it's only a seasonal soup. Still, lightly sweet with a burst of flavor in every spoonful. I definitely did not want to stop eating it. Onion Rings were also nice and crispy, with some fun dipping sauces included, but were still a little too greasy to be a standout. Vegetable Spring Rolls were on the better side of average, and it was nice that they were small bite sized pieces. Braised Short Rib Sandwich was good but nothing special. Chocolate-Banana Bread Pudding was very average, though nicely loaded with chocolate chips. Tiger Brownie-Nut Sundae was also very average. |
| Heart & Soul Cafe 0 Central St. Ipswich, MA 01938 (978) 356-7685 |
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| Hearth 'N Kettle 1196 Main St. S. Yarmouth, MA 02664 (508) 394-2252 — Various Locations |
New England, Seafood | • H 'N K Special Omelette with Pilgrim Fries • French Onion Soup • Appetizer Sampler |
The H 'N K Special Omelette was good but average (as most omelettes admittedly are). Pilgrim Fries were fine but would've been far better with a different cut of potato rather than homefries. French Onion Soup was about average, but the onion pieces were cut a bit too thick. Appetizer Sampler was on the worse side of average. | |
| Hearth Artisan Bakery 123-2 Camelot Dr. Plymouth, MA 02360 (774) 773-9388 |
Bakery | • Fruit Nut Bread • Four Cheese Bread |
√ Four Cheese Bread | The Four Cheese Bread was super fresh and really tasty. It had a sourdough base and was really tasty. I had it plain but can imagine it would be really good on sandwiches. The Fruit Nut Bread was just as advertised, solid pieces of dried fruit, whole nuts, and very fresh and tasty bread. They additionally have a large variety, so I think it's safe to say you really can't go wrong with this place. |
| Heav'nly Donut 68 Winter St. N. Reading, MA 01864 (978) 207-1545 — Various Locations |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Chocolate Chip Croissant • M&M Cookie • Eclair • Boston Cream Donut • Chocolate Cream Donut • Blueberry Muffin (mini) • Chocolate Chip Muffin (mini) • Boston Cream Muffin (mini) • Double Chocolate Muffin (mini) • French Toast Bagel • Iced Coffee • Hot Coffee • Heavenly Freeze |
The Ham & Cheese Croissant gets honorable mention. Not amazing but pretty damn tasty, especially heated up. The Blueberry Muffin also gets honorable mention, mostly for how fresh and soft it was. Chocolate Chip Croissant was not that good. M&M Cookie, Dclair, Boston Cream Donut, Chocolate Cream Donut, Chocolate Chip Muffin, Boston Cream Muffin, Double Chocolate Muffin, French Toast Bagel, Hot Coffee, Iced Coffee, and Heavenly Freeze were all average. | |
| Hebert Candies 575 Hartford Tpke. Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (508) 845-8051 |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Coconut Truffle • Hazelnut Meltaway • Dark Chocolate Truffle |
The chocolate was decent. Not overly sweet, with a nice texture. The Dark Chocolate Truffle gets honorable mention, but did not wow me enough to be Worth The Journey. | |
| Heirloom 36 Center St. Weston, MA 02493 (781) 373-1151 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches | • Heirloom Breakfast Sandwich • Pit Stop Breakfast Sandwich |
Pit Stop Breakfast Sandwich was hearty but average tastewise. Similar for the Heirloom Breakfast Sandwich but I recommend this between the 2. | |
| Henrietta's Table 1 Bennett St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 661-5005 |
American Fine Dining, Brunch | • Henrietta's Chocolate Bread Pudding Sundae • Pumpkin Pie • Smores Martini • Tazo Hot Chocolate |
The Henrietta's Chocolate Bread Pudding Sundae was ok but nothing special. The Pumpkin Pie even less so. The Smores Martini even less so. The Tazo Hot Chocolate even less so. See a pattern here...? | |
| Hermanos Cocina Mexicana 11 Hills Ave. Concord, NH 03301 (603) 228-5788 |
Mexican | • Nachos • Appetizer Platter • Enchilada & Taco Combo |
√ Nachos | The place is another one of those were you probably can't go wrong with pretty mcuh anything you order off the menu. The Nachos were really amazing. Perfectly crispy chips, good mix of ingredients, evenly distributed, and extremely flavorful. A definite recommend. The Appetizer Platter worked itself in as a good sampler to the flavors of the place. But the Enchilada & Taco Combo really hit the spot with it's meaty flavors of goodness. I was more a fan of beef over chicken, but really it was all amazing. This place is absolutely positively worth the journey. A must try!! |
| Herrell's Renaissance Cafe 8 Old South St. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 586-9700 |
Ice Cream, Cafe | • Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream | The better side of average, but I wouldn't call it amazing. | |
| Hidden Pig, The 130 Washington St. Haverhill, MA 01832 (978) 914-6800 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Bars, American (Traditional) | • Hidden Nachos • Bacon Board • Thai Bacon Bites • Bacon Hummus • Burger w/Onion Rings |
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| Highbrow Kitchen + Bar 12 Crafts Ave. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 586-1468 |
Pizza, Italian | • Fried Mozzarella • Pizza |
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| Highland Kitchen 150 Highland Ave. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 625-1131 |
New American, Cocktail Lounge | • Handmade Potato Gnocchi • Ricotta & Mozzarella Fritters • Pimento Cheese Dip • Chili Cheese Fries (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Devils on Horseback • Banana Bread Pudding |
Handmade Potato Gnocchi were on the far better side of average. A nice small starter dish for one person. Ricotta & Mozzarella Fritters were also quite good, with the ricotta pillowing the bite and adding to the flavor. Pimento Cheese Dip was average. Chili Cheese Fries was a huge portion and was just ok. Mac & Cheese was absolutely flavorless. Avoid. Devils on Horseback were on the slightly better side of average. Banana Bread Pudding was on the far better side of average. | |
| HighRoller Lobster Company 104 Exchange St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 536-1623 |
Seafood, Food Stands | • Lobster Grilled Cheese • Highburger • Fries w/Charred Pineapple Mayo • Slaw |
Lobster Grilled Cheese is not really within my wheelhouse too much, but honestly I felt like I would've enjoyed the grilled cheese part more without the lobster. Highburger was very meaty, but nothing special flavorwise. Fries were average but the Charred Pineapple Mayo was really good. Worth in to get the fries just to have this dip! Slaw was average. | |
| Hilliards Chocolates 316 Main St. Easton, MA 02356 (508) 238-6231 — Various Locations |
Chocolate & Candy, Ice Cream | • Chocolate Truffle • Hazelnut Truffle • Smores Truffle • Tiramisu Truffle • Cashew Crackle • Chocolate Covered Oreo • Coconut Dreams • Chocolate Cream • Hazelnut Figaro • Dark Chocolate Non-pariels • Chocolate Fudge |
I can basically summarize all the items that I tried here by saying that they were on the better side of average, and you won't be disappointed as far as getting your chocolate fix here. No amazing standouts though. | |
| Hi-Rise Bread Company 208 Concord Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 876-8766 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Sesame Semolina Bread • Raisin Pecan Roll • Chocolate Chunk Cookie |
√ Chocolate Chunk Cookie | So first a disclaimer. I visited this place in the late afternoon, so presumably the bread had been out for most of the day. That being said, it was good bread, but really nothing too amazing as far as I could tell. Don't get me wrong, it's still better than buying supermarket bread, but I still feel like there's better bread out there. Now as for that Chocolate Chunk Cookie...wow. Crumbly chocolatey goodness, where it doesn't feel like you're eating a plain cookie with a few chips in it, but rather like a piece of chocolate with some tasty cookie pieces in it. Highly recommend trying it out. |
| Hodgie's 71 Haverhill Rd. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 388-1211 |
Ice Cream, Burgers | • Chocolate Marshmallow Ice Cream • Onion Rings |
The Chocolate Marshmallow Ice Cream was on the better side of average. The Onion Rings, while having a nice, thick, and not-overly-greasy coating were nice, they just weren't even flavorful enough for honorable mention. Not bad, just average. | |
| Hojoko 1271 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 670-0507 |
Japanese & Eclectic | • Karaage Fried Chicken • Butternut Squash Okonomiyaki • Wagyu Cheeseburger • Dogzilla |
Something about the Dogzilla just didn't work for me. The flavor was ok, but the dog skin was difficult to bite through... Butternut Squash Okonomiyaki was their seasonal Okonomiyaki, and it was fine. Not bad but nothing overly special for me. I didn't find the Karaage Fried Chicken all that good. Too many chewy pieces for my liking. Wagyu Cheeseburger was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Holy Donut, The 194 Park Ave. Portland, ME 04102 (207) 874-7774 — Various Locations |
Donuts & Bakery | • Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Donut • Bacon Cheddar Donut |
The donuts here are made from mashed potatoes, which is an interesting diference, but it didn't necessarily come through as amazing flavorwise. The Bacon Cheddar Donut was good. It was basically like a bacon cheddar croissant, but with potato based donutiness as the outer shell. Good but not outstanding. The Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Donut was also good. It was more cakey, but didn't really taste like cake (nor like potato btw). Bottom line, you won't be disappointed with a stopover at this place, but it's not amazing. | |
| Holy Grail 64 Main St. Epping, NH 03042 (603) 679-9559 |
Irish & Pub | • Drunken Mushrooms • French Onion Soup • Guiness Beef Stew • Black & Tan Onion Rings (side) • Steak Tips |
Of note here...if you order a drink, and ask for a replacement, you still get charged for the original drink..... Otherwise, Drunken Mushrooms were fine. Black & Tan Onion Rings were ok but didn't really have much flavor. French Onion Soup was hearty and on the better side of average. Guiness Beef Stew was similarly hearty, but I'd put it on the far better side of average. I just wish it had more meat in it, but it will certainly satisfy any stew cravings! Steak Tips were similarly on the far better side of average. | |
| Home Plate Bay Street Grill 1094 Bay St. Taunton, MA 02780 (508) 823-1000 |
Sports Bar, American Casual | • Chicken Parm Eggrolls • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Downeast Blueberry Salad w/Steak Tips • Macho Nachos • Onion Rings (side) • Pizza |
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| Honest Town Eats 13 Central St. Southbridge, MA 01550 (508) 909-6738 |
Cocktail Bars, Ramen, Comfort Food | • Beef Empanadas • Smashburger • 4 Cheese Grilled Cheesy |
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| Honey Dew Donuts 362 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 438-4004 — Various Locations |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Hot Hazelnut Coffee • Iced Coffee • Bagel & Vegetable Cream Cheese • Chocolate Chip Muffin • Chocolate Chip Cookie • French Cruller Donut |
It's ok in a pinch, but nothing notable. | |
| Honeybird 230 Massasoit Ave. E. Providence, RI 02914 (401) 919-5885 |
Southern, Cocktail Bars | • Pickle Cheddar Spring Rolls • 2 Piece Tenders • Onion Rings (side) • Pimento Mac & Cheese (side) • Southern Creamed Corn (side) • Corn Bread (side) |
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| Hooters 1143 Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 (339) 600-7311 — Various Locations |
Pub, Wings | • Nachos • Fried Pickles • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
The nachos were hardly even average, the fried pickles were pretty bad, the tater tots were ok for what they were, but really nothing special, and the chocolate mousse cake was pretty bad. Nothing worthwhile here (not even the "scenery"). | |
| Hop + Grind 17 Madbury Rd. Durham, NH 03824 (603) 397-5564 |
Burgers | • Bacon Cheeseburger w/Chili Cheese Fries • Mac & Cheese Balls |
Mac & Cheese Balls were on the better side of average. Crispy and came in a nice little cheese sauce, but unfortunately no great wow factor flavorwise. Bacon Cheeseburger was on the better side of average. Chili Cheese Fries were nothing special. | |
| Hop Knot, The 1000 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 232-3731 |
Beer Bar, Cocktail Bars, Pretzels | • Asiago Parmesan Pretzel • The Gobblah Sandwich • Mac Attack Pretzel Pizza |
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| Hopewell Bar and Kitchen 1277 Commonwealth Ave. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 208-8925 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Tavern | • House Made Potato Chips • Grilled Pizza • Hopewell Burger • Triple Chocolate Bomb |
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| Hopothecary Ales 303 Main St. N. Reading, MA 01864 (978) 207-1254 |
Brewpubs | • Steak Bomb Pizza • Cool Ranch Doritos Tenders • Smokey BBQ Brisket Sandwich w/Onion Rings • BBQ Burnt Ends Mac & Cheese |
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| Horseshoe Pub & Restaurant 29 South St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 568-1265 |
Pub, Sandwiches | • Nachos • Onion Rings • Beer Candy Bacon • Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips • Beef Short Rib • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Fries |
√ Nachos √ Beer Candy Bacon |
The Nachos just get the nod here. It's not the best ever, but it had a good balance on the ingredients, a good cheese sauce, and I especially liked that the jalepeno peppers were diced, rather than sliced into the standard circles. You won't be disappointed with these. Now honestly, how can something called Beer Candy Bacon not be worth the journey? This unusual take on bacon adds sweet to the salty to maximize the omg this of bacon in general. It's a relatively small dish, but so so worth getting! Mac & Cheese was good but average. Steak Tips were a good quality meat, but the marinade seemed absent. Onion Rings were average, although the portion size is huge! Beef Short Rib was on the far better side of average, with the meat being exceptionally tender. Butternut Squash Ravioli was on the slightly better side of average. Fries were on the better sde of average. |
| Hot Dog Annie's 244 Paxton St. Leicester, MA 01524 (508) 892-9059 |
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| Hourly Oyster House, The 15 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 765-2342 |
Seafood & American | • The Hourly Burger • Chocolate Mousse |
The Hourly Burger gets honorable mention. While it didn't totally pop for me, you could tell the meat was good quality, and the combination of ingredients worked well (and it was not overly messy). A very enjoyable burger. Chocolate Mousse was nothing special. | |
| House of Pho 770 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 203-8945 |
Vietnamese, Noodles, Soup | • Vegetarian Egg Rolls • Chicken Spring Rolls |
Both items were nice and fresh, but not anything amazing. | |
| House Of Siam 542 Columbus Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 267-1755 |
Thai | • Crispy Pad Thai • Vegetable Triangles • Siam Rolls • Beef of Paradise • Sizzling Beef • Chicken with Cashew Nuts |
Crispy Pad Thai was on the better side of average. The rest were quite average. | |
| Howl At The Moon 184 High St. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 292-4695 |
Live Music, Cocktail Lounge | • Black & Tan Onion Rings | ||
| Howling Wolf Taqueria 76 Lafayette St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-9653 |
Mexican | • Nachos • Shredded Beef Chimichanga • Grilled Steak Taco • Steak Tips |
√ Nachos | The Nachos are worth the journey here. Well balanced, well cheesed, and a wonderfully unexpected addition of carmelized onions really added a great flavor to this dish. I got them with seasoned ground beef, and you can choose from 3 different types of beans. Shredded Beef Chimichanga was so-so. The meat didn't quit do it for me, but I couldn't quite put my finger on exactly why..*shrug*. Grilled Steak Taco was also just ok. Steak Tips were very tasty. but just wish they had been a bit less chewy. (I've had far far worse in that department though...) |
| Hugh O'Neill's 45 Pleasant St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 338-9977 |
Irish & Pub | • Loaded Nachos • Sweet Potato Fries • Mushroom Ravioli • Tiramisu |
Loaded Nachos were big but average tasting. Sweet Potato Fries, Mushroom Ravioli, and Tiramisu were also very average. | |
| Hunter's Kitchen & Bar 110 Dorchester St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 221-4200 |
Bars, Southern, Comfort Food | • Popcorn Chicken • Honey Butter Cornbread • Brisket Sliders • Mac & Cheese • Mash & Gravy • Wagyu Smash Burger |
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| Huntspoint BBQ Eatery & Meat Shop 114 Calef Hwy. Epping, NH 03042 (603) 679-5700 |
Caterers, Meat Shops, Smokehouse | • Smoked Turkey • Angus Brisket • Kobe Brisket • NY Pastrami • Apple Cole Slaw (side) • Chili (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Smoked Turkey was on the better side of average. Enjoyable but not amazing. Both Brisket types were similar and also reasonably enjoyable. Slightly better side of average. Apple Cole Slaw was fine. Mac & Cheese was fine. | |
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| I Love Frankie's 90 Providence St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 753-5353 |
Pizza | • Baked Mac & Cheese • El Presidente Pizza • Grandma's Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Iggy's Bread Of The World 130 Fawcett St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 924-0949 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Cheesy Breadsticks • Olive Roll • Flat Potato Leak Foccacia • Brioche Bun • Raisin Pecan Bread • Cranberry Pecan Bread • Sesame Bagel • Chocolate Croissant • Almond Croissant • Ham & Cheese Croissant |
Cheesy Breadstick was good, but I wish it had been cheesier. Raisin Pecan Bread, Cranberry Pecan Bread, and Olive Roll were also very fresh and good if you're looking for a good roll choice. Brioche Bun was fine but not as good. Sesame Bagel was quite a "meaty" bagel, and fairly tasty, but just felt like it was missing something. Maybe TOO bready? Flat Potato Leak Foccacia was ok, with interesting topping choices, but definitely a bit too bready. Ham & Cheese Croissant was buttery and flaky, but the ham was way too salty. Almond Croissant and Chocolate Croissant both had good croissant parts, but were both just ok overall. Basically, the bread here is very good and fresh, but I can't say any one item was overly amazing. Just a good overall choice for a bread bakery. | |
| Iggy's Doughboys & Chowderhouse 889 Oakland Beach Ave. Warwick, RI 02889 (401) 737-9459 — Various Locations |
Fried Clams, Outdoor Dining | • Doughboy • Cheese Fries • Onion Rings • Bacon Cheeseburger |
Doughboy was fine but would've been a lot better with maybe some chocolate sauce for dipping. Onion Rings were on the better side of average. A nice size and crunch, with a slight sweetness, but the flavor didn't really pop at all. Cheese Fries were similar in that they had a nice crunch, and the cheese sauce, while not overly flavorful, complemented the fries well. A decent side if you're gonna order one. Bacon Cheeseburger was pretty much the definition of average. No real flavor, and reminded me of your generic cookout bbq burger. Don't bother with that one. | |
| Ignite 100 Hanover St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 644-0064 |
American, Continental | • Ignite Combo Platter • Nachos Supreme • Asian BBQ Steak Tips |
All the items on the Ignite Combo Platter were average. Nachos Supreme had a few unusual toppings, and the layout was a bit unusual, but still average tastewise. Asian BBQ Steak Tips were not in any way asian, and tasted average. | |
| IHOP 17 Edgell Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 270-2694 — Various Locations |
Breakfast, Chain | • Bacon Temptation Omelette with Chocolate Chip Pancakes • Fries • Nutella Crepes • Appetizer Sampler • Crispy Banana Caramel Cheesecake |
√ Chicken Fingers | Hopefully this won't hurt my credibility TOO much, and believe me no one was more surprised than I, but the Chicken Fingers (that were part of the appetizer sampler), were not (or at least did not seem to be/taste like) frozen fry-alated chicken. They were not only surprisingly flavorful, but were not at all stringy, and actually had some crunch to them. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not calling these gourmet or anything, but in the realm of the fast-ish foody chicken finger, these were a surprising standout hit. Onion Rings were about average. Mozzarella Sticks were beyond average. The Bacon Temptation Omelette was pretty bad. It's never a good sign when you can mess up an omelette... The Crispy Banana Caramel Cheesecake was also pretty awful. The Chocolate Chip Pancakes were decent, with a very tasty blueberry syrup. The Nutella Crepes were also decent, with fresh fruit, and the hazelnutiness playing well off each other. Fries were fries. |
| Il Capriccio 704 Main St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 894-2234 |
Italian, Eclectic | • Souffle di Porcini • Gorgonzola Ravioli with Walnut Sauce • Chocolate & Banana Crepe |
√ Souffle di Porcini | The Souffle di Porcini is basically a little cheese covered souffle filled with mushrooms, and swimming in a little pool of what I believe is mushroom sauce. It's like a little piece of heaven on a plate. Only way I could even think to improve upon this might be to add a bit more cheese, but even then, it's not really not even needed. A must try dish for mushroom lovers. The Gorgonzola Ravioli was one of those "better-on-paper" concepts than in execution. Tasty but really nothing amazing. The Chocolate & Banana Crepe was even less special than that. Come for the mushrooms, and stay for the mushrooms. |
| Il Casale 50 Leonard St. Belmont, MA 02478 (617) 209-4942 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Burrata with Pistachoes • Arancini • Short Rib Gnocchi • Pumpkin Ravioli • Torta al Cioccolato • Tiramisu • Biscotti |
Burrata with Pistachoes is admittedly not an item in my "typical" repertoire, so take with a grain of salt that I wasn't overly impressed with it. Too me it just tasted like wet soft cheese. Arancini on the other hand was nice and crispy, but not really a standout otherwise. Short Rib Gnocchi was also on the better side of average, but not a great standout. Same with the Pumpkin Ravioli. Torta al Cioccolato is supposed to be a mousse cake according to description, but I think someone forgot to tell the baker that. Don't get me wrong..it wasn't terrible, but a mousse cake it was not. Tiramisu was not particularly good. It was the circular type, and hardly tiramisu-like at all. Biscotti was flavorless. | |
| Il Massimo 400 Legacy Pl. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 493-8113 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Ravioli Ripieni di Burrata • Chicken Parm • Torta di Patate (side) • Tiramisu |
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| Il Ponte 428 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 933-0408 |
Italian | • Garganelli Alla Campagnola • Cacio e Pepe • Chicken Parm • Braised Short Rib • Quatro Formaggi Pizza • Tiramisu • Bombolone |
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| In A Pickle 265 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 891-1212 |
Breakfast, Sandwiches | • Turkey With Pesto and Dried Cherries Sub • Philly Steak N' Cheese • Chocolate Chip Pancakes |
√ Philly Steak N' Cheese | The Philly Steak N' Cheese had the primary worth the journey factor of my not wanting to stop eating it. It may not be the most amazing ever, but the bread was very soft and fresh, the steak pretty flavorful, and the cheese was gooey and abundent. Very very yummy! Chocolate Chip Pancakes were extremely fluffy and get honorable mention. Honestly, I think if these had more stuff in them or were more chocolatey, they'd be worth the journey. Still, if you're craving pancakes, give these a try! Turkey With Pesto and Dried Cherries Sub was good but average, though again the bread was nice and fresh. |
| Independent, The 75 Union Sq. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 440-6021 |
American, Spanish | • Deviled Eggs • Wild Mushroom Dip • Mac & Cheese • Apple Brown Betty |
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| Ipswich Ale Brewer's Table 2 Brewery Pl. Ipswich, MA 01938 (978) 356-3182 |
Brewpub, Comfort Food & American | • Cheddar Ale Soup • Pot Roast Poutine • Thanksgiving Eggrolls • Trio of Shepherd's Pies • Dark Chocolate Pretzel Pudding • Banana Cream Pie |
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| Iron Town Diner 325 Main St. Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 558-2070 |
Breakfast, Diner & Brunch | • Philly Steak Omelette | Philly Steak Omelette was actually pretty flavorless. Super friendly service though. | |
| Iron Works 697 Jefferson Blvd. Warwick, RI 02886 (401) 739-5111 |
American, Bars, Diners | • Wagyu Burger • Short Rib • Gruyere Mashed Potatoes (side) • Coconut Cream Pie • Banana Pudding Sundae |
Short Rib was fine but nothing outstanding. Gruyere Mashed Potatoes were not especially cheesy so were just ok. Banana Pudding Sundae was nothing special. Wagyu Burger was very meaty and decently flavored, however it comes with some kind of jalapeno jam that was a bit overpowering to the rest of the flavors. Coconut Cream Pie was like an ovalish type of dessert rather than a slice of pie, and I'd put it on the better side of average overall. | |
| Italian Kitchen 1071 Main St. Brockton, MA 02303 (508) 586-2100 |
Italian | • Chicken Parm • Pilgrim Sub |
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| Ithaki 1A Newbury St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 356-0099 |
Greek & Mediterranean | • Mushroom Barley Soup • Cheese Saganaki • Pastitsio • Short Rib Pappardelle • Galactobouriko • Pistachio Baklava |
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| J & M Diner 50 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 875-7811 |
Breakfast, American Casual & Brunch | • Grilled Steak Omelette • Mountain Bread French Toast (single) • Yogurt Muffin • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Danish • Wicked Monte Cristo |
√ Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Danish | The Bacon, Egg, & Cheese on Danish was an unexpected winner here. I didn't think this flavor combination would mesh together as amazingly as it did, but I was quite happily surprised! The cinnamon and icing of the danish contrasted perfectly to the slight saltiness of the bacon, and combined perfectly with the egg and cheese otherwise. Definitely a must try. The Grilled Steak Omelette, Mountain Bread French Toast, and Yogurt Muffin were conversely all average. Wicked Monte Cristo was an interesting take, but not really a standout flavorwise. |
| J.P. Licks 311 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 738-8252 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream, Coffee & Tea | • Chocolate Brownie Ice Cream | It was chocolate. It had some brownies in it. It was ok. Nothing special but not bad in a pinch. There's far better stuff out there. | |
| J's At Nashoba Valley Winery 100 Wattaquadoc Hill Rd. Bolton, MA 01740 (978) 779-5521 |
New American, Wine Bar | • Southwestern Chicken Chowder • Orchard Peach Salad • Tiramisu • Chocolate Bomba |
The Southwestern Chicken Chowder gets honorable mention for being highly enjoyable. Orchard Peach Salad was fine but not amazing. Both desserts were also fine, with a slight edge to the Chocolate Bomba, but still not quite amazing. This place has an overall nice atmosphere, and is nice to visit when it's not overly crowded. | |
| Jack's Abby 100 Clinton St. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 872-0900 |
Brewpub, Pizza & American Casual | • Wild Mushroom Pizza • Pretzel • 4 Cheese Mac & Cheese |
Wild Mushroom Pizza was on the far better side of average. Not sure amazing, but was thin crust and was still quite enjoyable. Pretzel was decent for what it was. I wish the beer cheese that came with it was a touch thicker, but it's still a nice enough bite with a beer. 4 Cheese Mac & Cheese was dry and had very little cheese, of which most all was trapped at the bottom of the dish. I'd skip that one. | |
| Jack's Coal Fired Pizza 2 Wall St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-2600 |
Pizza & Italian | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Coal Fired Pizza • Banaffee Pie |
The Pizza was on the slightly better side of average. Banaffee Pie was on the far better side of average. If felt like a deconstructed dessert in which the individual pieces were really good, but didn't quite come together for me. Still, an enjoyable treat. | |
| Jahunger 272 Brookline St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 801-9725 — Various Locations |
Noodles, Asian Fusion | • Jahunger Noodles | ||
| Jake n Joes 70 Market Place Dr. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 894-0169 — Various Locations |
Sports Bar | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Ultimate Nachos • JnJ Mixed Tower • Steak Tips with Mac & Cheese & Loaded Fries |
Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were on the slightly better side of average. Ultimate Nachos were of a similar vein, but could've been cheesier. The Mozzarella Sticks and Spring Rolls from the JnJ Mixed Tower were average. The Teriyaki Boneless Wings were on the worse side of average. Steak Tips were chewy. Loaded Fries were on the slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese made a nice use of shells for the pasta type, but was still average flavorwise. | |
| Jake's Restaurant 17 King St. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 584-9613 |
Brunch, Breakfast & Sandwiches | • Custom Omelette • Cheeseburger Hash (side) |
Custom Omelette was fine. Cheeseburger Hash was unusual but nothing outstanding. Not sure what all the hype is about this place. | |
| Jake's Restaurant & Coffee Shop 30 Main St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 480-0414 |
American | • Custom Omelette • Marinated Steak Tips |
A cute little local diner, but the sampled items were unremarkable. | |
| Jamie's Roast Beef 44 Margin St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 531-9942 |
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| Jasper White's Summer Shack 149 Alewife Brook Pkwy. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 520-9500 — Various Locations |
Seafood, Lobster | • Summer Shack Corn Dog • Sweet Corn Fritters • Banana Cream Pie |
Summer Shack Corn Dog was very average. Sweet Corn Fritters had a nice hint of spice to them, but were otherwise fairly average. Banana Cream Pie was also very average. Now all that being said, Summer Shack is obviously all about seafood, so realisticially, I'll have to realistically defer this rating. | |
| JD's Burger Co. 280 Rt. 130 Heritage Plaza Sandwich, MA 02563 (774) 413-5701 |
Burgers & American Casual | • Alpine Burger • Fries |
Alpine Burger was on the far better side of average. The brioche bun was soft, and there were no chewy pieces, but I can't say the flavor was super outstanding beyond that. Still, you probably won't be disappointed. Fries were pretty well seasoned, but still somewhat average. | |
| Jerk Cafe 1319-A Route 28 S. Yarmouth, MA 02664 (508) 394-1944 |
Jamaican | • Chef Shrimpy's Jerk Chicken | √ Chef Shrimpy's Jerk Chicken | This is admittedly outside of my general realm, but Chef Shrimpy's Jerk Chicken was amazingly tasty. It had a wonderful combination of tastes and spices, and was one of those I don't want to stop eating this type of meal. If you're anywhere near Yarmouth, stop by this place. |
| Jersey Mike's 42 Boston Post Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 485-5940 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches | • Club Sub • Steak & Cheese |
Both sandwiches were ok but nothing overly special. | |
| Jetty, The 278 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA 02050 (781) 319-2181 |
American Casual, Brunch & Comfort Food | • Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls • Black and Blue Steak Bites |
√ Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls | Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls just make the cut. The wrapper of the eggroll was more of a bakery/phyllo dough type (I guess closer to a spring roll) in texture, even though it looked like a "standard" eggroll. This consistency gave it a somewhat unexpected and welcome flavor profile. The steak itself was probably on the better side of average, but as a package this is definitely worth trying! I also requested this dish with a side of cheese sauce rather than the horseradish mayo that it normally comes with. A recommended upgrade! Black and Blue Steak Bites were basically like an order of steak tips, marinated, and covered in bleu cheese. It was an interesting take, but I can't say the flavor really spoke to me. |
| Jim's Deli 371 Washington St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 787-2626 |
Sandwiches, Comfort Food | • Smoked Turkey Sandwich • Grilled Cheese with Bacon |
Both sandwichs were fine, but it's really not anything that you can't make at home. | |
| Jimmy's Tavern & Grill 50 Boston Tpke. Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (508) 793-9625 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Steak | • Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls • Arancini • Onion Rings • The J Burger • Steak Tips • Jimmy's Special Rice Pilaf • Tiramisu |
Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls were on the better side of average. Steak Tips on the other hand, were some of the toughest, least flavorful cuts I've meat I've ever tried. Avoid! Jimmy's Special Rice Pilaf is a fairly basic rice dish, but frankly it's within this simplicity that somehow made it very enjoyable. Can't even point to a specific thing, but I'd recommend trying this if you're already here. Arancini gets honorable mention here for being a solid and tasty dish, though I wish it had been a bit cheesier. The J Burger was on the slightly better side of average. It was a good quality meat, but the flavor combination just seemed kind of dull in the flavor profile. Onion Rings also get honorable mention for having a nice crispiness and slight sweetness. It didn't pop enough for the full nod but was still quite enjoyable. Tiramisu was still slightly frozen when served... Still, if I'm being honest I've had worse. | |
| JM Curley 21 Temple Pl. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 338-5333 |
Burgers | • Beer & Cheese Soup • Mac & Cheese • Burger |
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| Joe Sent Me... 2388 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 492-1116 — Various Locations |
Pub, Burgers | • Bazooka Joe's Fried Pickles • Tokyo Joe's Vegetarian Spring Rolls • The Hawaii Five - Joe Burger with Fries • G.I. Joe's Steak Tips |
A typical dive bar. The fried pickles would've been "better" as slices rather than spears. The burger and spring rolls were nothing special. Steak tips were average. | |
| Joe's 320 Cafe 320 Spring St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 477-4559 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) • Pepperoni & Bacon Flatbread |
Omelette was good. Nothing overly special about it but it was fine. Pepperoni & Bacon Flatbread was average. Corned Beef Hash was similarly fine. | |
| Joe's American Bar & Grill 100 Atlantic Ave. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 367-8700 — Various Locations |
Chain, American Casual | • Grande Nachos • French Onion Soup • Cheeseburger Pizza • Chili • Banana Chocolate Chip Cake • Joe's Chocolate Cake |
√ Cheeseburger Pizza | The Cheeseburger Pizza was the standout here. A thin crust, well seasoned, and while the toppings could've been distributed a bit better, the flavor really came through in each bite. The nachos were actually pretty good, but would've been far better with a greater portion of chili. Chili itself was the better side of average. The French Onion Soup and Joe's Chocolate Cake were quite unimpressive. The Banana Chocolate Chip Cake was ok for what it was, but was a bit too much on the bland side to be "good". |
| Joff's Backyard Grill 61A Mechanic St. Bellingham, MA 02019 (508) 966-2938 |
Burgers, Bbq | • Steph's Best Burger • Chili Cheese Fries • Onion Rings |
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| John Brewer's Tavern 39 Main St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 894-9700 |
Pub, American | • Nachos • Sweet Potato Fries • Steak Tips • Burger |
√ Steak Tips | The Steak Tips were a tough call. On the one hand they were a bit chewy, but on the other, the marinade was so amazingly yummy, that I just couldn't stop eating them regardless. That's why I had to give it to them. Maybe you have to order them medium rare to deal with the chewy? Otherwise, the Nachos, Burger, and Sweet Potato Fries were all average. |
| Johnny Kono's Bar & Grill 269 Park Ave. Weymouth, MA 02190 (781) 335-9623 |
Bars, American | • Loaded Tots • Maui Wowie Burger • Pizza |
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| Johnny Pomodoro 297 Main St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 337-5505 |
Pizza, Italian | • Johnny's PuPu Platter • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Forager Pizza (slice) • JP Cheesesteak |
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| Johnny Rockets 250 Granite St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 917-0455 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Chain | • Dark Chocolate Shake • ½ Rings ½ Fries • Bacon Cheddar Single Burger • The Perfect Brownie |
The Dark Chocolate Shake was pretty good as far as milkshakes go, but can't say it was super impressive. The Fries were very average, but the Onion Rings actually get honorable mention. Amazingly crispy, but unfortunately very little actually flavor. Still, if you're a ring fan you probably won't be disappointed. The Bacon Cheddar Single Burger was average. The Perfect Brownie was warm, but lacked any real flavor. Certainly not perfect. | |
| Johnny's Luncheonette 30 Langley Rd. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 527-3223 |
Breakfast, American Casual | • Cruncy French Toast • Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffin • Cookies & Cream Mini Milkshake |
Cookies & Cream Mini Milkshake gets honorable mention for being very flavorful, but was hard to drink with a straw. Cruncy French Toast was fine, with the crunch being more an unusual element rather than the amazement for this dish. Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffin was not particularly flavorful at all. | |
| Joia Restaurant and Lounge 195 State St. Boston, MA 02109 (857) 277-0782 |
Italian, Breakfast & Brunch, Lounges | • Bocconcini En Carrozza • Cacio E Pepe • Porcini Pillows • Brasato Di Manzo • Tiramisu • Baba Al Rhum |
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| Jomama's New York Bagels 125 Route 6A Orleans, MA 02653 (508) 255-0255 — Various Locations |
Bagels | • Sundried Tomato Bagel with Smoked Mozzarella & Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese | √ Sundried Tomato Bagel with Smoked Mozzarella & Sundried Tomato Cream Cheese | The bagel/cream cheese was outstanding. Bagel had excellent texture & taste, with a cream cheese that seemed to bring out even more of the flavor. Try one for yourself and you'll see what I mean:) |
| Jonny Boston's International 170 Main St. Newmarket, NH 03857 (603) 292-6682 |
Sandwiches, Tacos, Fast Food | • JBI Steak & Cheese • Randy Burger |
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| Joseph's Trattoria 145 Oxford Ave. Haverhill, MA 01835 (978) 374-8288 |
Italian, Bakery | • Arancini • Pasta Trilogy • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Pollo Ripieno con Mozzarella • Parmigiano Reggiano Risotto (side) • Tiramisu • Pizza e Insalate |
√ Arancini | The Arancini was the standout here. I could tell just by how easily it fell apart as I was cutting into it that it would be yummy, and I was happily proven correct! Slightly crispy, with amazing sauce. A definite must try. Of the Pasta Trilogy, the pappardelle was the best of the 3, mainly due to the freshness of the pasta. More specifically, ALL of the pasta sampled at this place was clearly very fresh, but the pappardelle expressed it that much clearer due to pasta volume. I'd have to give this dish honorable mention. The gnocchi was among the better ones that I've had, but it still wasn't quite pillowy enough for me. The tortellacci was good, but not as much comparitively. The Butternut Squash Ravioli had a nice subtle flavor, but was average beyond the fresh pasta. The Pollo Ripieno con Mozzarella was also good but average, and again, very fresh pasta. Parmigiano Reggiano Risotto was terrible! It had a really odd flavor that seemed akin to rotten eggs. Avoid at all costs! Tiramisu was average. Pizza was unusual, in that it tasted more like dough from a bakery rather than a pizzaria. A different but enjoyable taste. |
| Josie's Bakery 2 Lowell St. Wilmington, MA 01887 (978) 447-1847 |
Desserts, Bakeries, Cupcakes | • Cinnamon Roll • Chocolate Croissant • Brownie • Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookie • White Chocolate Macadamia • Monster Cookie • M&M Cookie • Almond Macaroon • Biscotti • Anise Cookie • Double Chocolate Cookie • Mini Chocolate Cream Pie • Hazelnut Panna Cotta • Tiramisu Cup • Boston Cream Pie Cup • Lobster Tail |
Cinnamon Roll is not a typical go-to for me. That said, it was fresh and reasonably enjoyable. If you're a fan of these I'd recommend trying this iteration. I actually would put the Chocolate Croissant on the far better side of average. The croissant itself was ok, but for the amount of chocolate filling this was stuffed with, I'd recommend sampling this one. Brownie was average. All of the cookies were fine but about average. I'd give a slight edge to the White Chocolate Macadamia as the cookie to get here of these sampled. Mini Chocolate Cream Pie was just ok. Hazelnut Panna Cotta was actually on the far better side of average, mostly due to a great texture from crushed nuts over the top of it. Tiramisu Cup and Boston Cream Pie Cup were both not very good. Lobster Tail was on the better side of average. | |
| Joy Nest, The 50 Water St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 572-1615 |
Noodles, Thai, Music Venues | • Chicken Fresh Rolls • Vegetable Gyoza • Mushroom Spring Rolls • Golden Bags • Beef Thai Tacos • Beef & Vegetables |
Chicken Fresh Rolls were the best item sampled. A very fresh and nice little poppable bite that I'd put on the far better side of average. Vegetable Gyoza was tasty but not anything remarkable. Mushroom Spring Rolls were like little mushroom cigars. Similarly enjoyable but not especially remarkable. Golden Bags were good it a little doughy. Beef Thai Tacos were unusual in using a wonton for the taco shell, but I can't say they also were anything outstanding. Beef & Vegetables were also similarly enjoyable but nothing outstanding. You get the gist... | |
| Jr's 397 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 497-2437 |
Burgers, Fast Food & Take-out | • Alpine Jr • Bacon Burger Cheese Fries • Custom Nachos |
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| Julian's 318 Broadway Providence, RI 02909 (401) 861-1770 |
American Casual, Eclectic | • Smoked Onion Rings • Lemon Pepper Potato Chips |
√ Smoked Onion Rings | The Smoked Onion Rings were the definite standout here. They were crispy, not overgreased, and did indeed have a really good smokey flavor, especially when paired with their housemade ketchup. These are definitely in the running for the top contender spot for onion rings. The Lemon Pepper Potato Chips were essentially Lays with a few spices added. Nothing special. |
| Junior's 240 Fox Tower Dr. Mashantucket, CT 06338 (860) 312-2253 |
Breakfast, Dessert | • Onion Rings • Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake |
The Onion Rings were more like fried dough with a small lace of onions in them. Impressive to look at but far less so in taste. The Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake was fairly good, and might've at least gotten honorable mention, had the actual cheesecake part (rather than the mousse part) had any real flavor whatsoever. | |
| Juniper 13 Central St. Wellesley, MA 02482 (781) 446-6950 |
Middle Eastern & Mediterranean | • 6 Dips • Chicken Schnitzel • Braised Short Rib |
√ Braised Short Rib | Braised Short Rib was amazingly good! I didn't even need to pick up my knife at all to eat this dish. The accompanying polenta was equally amazing. This dish is an absolute must try!! All of the 6 Dips were fairly good, with Red Pepper and Pecan Muhummara probably being the tastiest. The Chicken Schnitzel was on the far better side of average, with the lebanese potatoes really adding something special to the dish. |
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| Kane's Donuts 120 Lincoln Ave. Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-8499 — Various Locations |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Boston Cream Donut • Chocolate Honey-Dipped Donut |
The Chocolate Honey-Dipped Donut was a good size, but not all that good. I can however, see the potential for it perhaps being better once it's just put out. The Boston Cream Donut was also good but nothing special. | |
| Karma 105 Thoreau St. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 776-6631 — Various Locations |
Asian Fusion | • Vegetable Gyoza • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Beef Teriyaki • Hot & Sour Soup • Tangerine Beef • Chicken Fried Rice |
√ Hot & Sour Soup | Hot & Sour Soup was very tasty here. I like that they put little wonton strips on top which added a nice texture to it. Overall very flavorful and very much worth trying if you're a fan of this soup. Vegetable Gyoza was fine but nothing too special. Beef Teriyaki was on the slightly better side of average. Tangerine Beef had a nice crispy texture and was not overly spicy. Far better side of average. Vegetable Spring Rolls were a little too bready on the container to filling ratio. Chicken Fried Rice was decent. Better side of average. |
| Katz Bagel Bakery 139 Park St. Chelsea, MA 02150 (617) 884-9738 |
Bagels & Bakery | • Bagel & Cream Cheese • Pizza Bagel • Half Moon Cookie |
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| KC's Classic Burger Bar 625 E. Washington St. N. Attleboro, MA 02760 (508) 316-0901 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American Casual & Diner | • Mac & Cheese Bites • Cadillac Burger w/Chili Cheese Fries • Banana Bread Shake |
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| KC's Rib Shack 837 Second St. Manchester, NH 03102 (603) 627-7427 |
Bbq | • Onion Rings • Chili • Hush Puppies • Deep Fried Dawg • Chocolate Crispy Bread Pudding • Brisket |
Onion Rings, Deep Fried Dawg, and Chili were good but average. Chocolate Crispy Bread Pudding was nothing special. Hush Puppies were awful. Brisket was on the far better side of average. | |
| Kebab Factory, The 414 Washington St. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 354-4996 |
Indian | • Roasted Potato Garlic Soup • Batata Vada • Factory's Combo Vegetarian Platter • Vegetable Biryani • Malai Kofta • Cheese Naan • Garlic Naan |
Now starting with the disclaimer that this type of food is not typically in my wheelhouse, I have to say that I wasn't overly impressed with any of it. It was fine, but there was really nothing special about it. | |
| Kelley Square Pub 84 Bennington St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-4627 |
Pub, Pizza | • Mozzarella Sticks • BBQ Steak Tips • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
The Pizza gets honorable mention. For those who enjoy a really crispy crust you'll probably love this one. I found it to be quite tasty in general, but no amazing wow factor. Average mozzarella sticks. Steak tips were somewhat stringy, but had a tasty BBQ sauce with a slight kick. | |
| Kelly's Diner 674 Broadway Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 623-8102 |
Diner, Breakfast | • Grilled Monte Cristo | The Grilled Monte Cristo was really nothing special. The service in this place could really be better. It's not a surprise that in the two times that I've been in there the place was practically empty... | |
| Kelly's Roast Beef 595 Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-5000 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Fried Clams | • Turkey Club Wrap • Onion Rings • Cheese Fries |
Everything very average, though admittedly (and obviously), I did not focus on the roast beef. | |
| Ken's Steak House 95 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 875-4455 |
Steak | • Onion Rings • French Onion Soup • Sirloin Tips • Tiramisu |
You'd think the Sirloin Tips at a steakhouse would fairly easily be pretty tasty. Sadly, this is not the case. Not only chewy, but pretty much no flavor whatsoever. Onion Rings were on the better side of average. French Onion Soup was average. Tiramisu was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Kennedy's Restaurant & Market 247 Maple St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 485-5800 |
Seafood, Irish | • Popovers • Irish Eggrolls • Mozzarella Sticks • French Onion Soup • Walnut Chicken Salad • Chicken Supreme • Steak Tips • Del Monico Potatoes (side) • Onion Rings (side) • Rice Pudding |
Popover was fine but really nothing special. Irish Eggrolls had a nice thin wrapper which doesn't always happen with eggrolls, but the flavor was just ok. Not bad but really nothing amazing. Mozzarella Sticks were thick but average. French Onion Soup had an odd flavor which I wasn't a fan of. Chicken Supreme was basically a piece of breaded chicken drowned in gravy. Tasted ok but really nothing special. Del Monico Potatoes were fine. Walnut Chicken Salad was fine. Nothing bad nothing great. Steak Tips had an amazing marinade but unfortunately were incredibly chewy..:/ Onion Rings had an unfortunate fishy taste to them. Rice Pudding was actually decent. Better side of average. | |
| Keon's 105 Bistro 105 Washington St. Haverhill, MA 01832 (978) 521-0112 |
New American | • French Onion Soup • Pumpkin Bisque • Chocolate Pot Au Creme |
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| KFC 163 Cambridge Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | • Original Recipe Chicken • Crispy Strips • Popcorn Chicken • Boneless Honey BBQ Wings • Mashed Potato Bowl • Chocolate Chip Cake • Chocolate Creme Parfait • Biscuit • Mashed Potato & Gravy • Cole Slaw • Potato Wedges • Seasoned Rice |
√ Cole Slaw | In an admitted surprise, I have to give a worth the journey nod to the cole slaw. Of all of the varieties that I've had in my various food journeys to date, this has had the best contrast of sweet/tart flavor, while still maintaining it's crispness. Honorable mention for the boneless honey BBQ wings, the mashed potato bowl, and the potato wedges. All reasonably good, but not worth a special effort (or the calories for that matter). On the other side of the coin, stay away from parfait desserts. Not only is it not particularly tasty, you could end up paying for it later on that day... |
| Kilroy's On The Square 24 Cottage Ave. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 302-2307 |
Dive Bars, Cocktail Bars, Sandwiches | • The Fore River Frank • The Wasp |
The Fore River Frank was an interesting take on hot dogs, and was generally enjoyable, but I would've liked it better with extra cheese. Still, fun to try for the novelty. The Wasp was also a fun take on a turkey wrap. Better side of average. | |
| Kimball Farm 400 Littleton Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 486-3891 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream | Decent, but there are better ones out there. | |
| Kindles Pizzeria 10 Boston Post Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 251-0077 |
Pizza, Sandwiches & Wings | • Onion Rings • Cheesy Garlic Bread • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Truffle Honeypot Pizza |
Onion Rings were average. Cheesy Garlic Bread was nothing special. The pizza here gets honorable mention. It had a really crispy crust, and was quite enjoyable. A fairly tasty pizza option! | |
| King Street Cafe 390 King St. Franklin, MA 02038 (508) 541-7117 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • 5 Cheese Omelette w/Bacon • Asian Chicken Salad |
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| Kings Restaurant 52 Second Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 238-4400 — Various Locations |
Cocktail Lounge, Comfort Food | • Nachos • Cheeseburger Empanadas • Macaroni & Cheese • Steak Tips • Chocolate Cake |
Nachos were average. Cheeseburger Empanadas were overly bready. Macaroni & Cheese had an odd over-butteriness to it that just made it taste like Mac & Fat. Steak Tips were on the chewier side. Chocolate Cake was very average. | |
| Kitchen Table 392 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 720-8930 |
Bars, Seafood, American | • Bacon • Fondue & Fries • Bacon Nachos • Scratch Kitchen Burger • Cookies |
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| Kitchen, The 171 Islington St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 319-8630 |
Burgers, Sandwiches & Deli | • Eh Yo Mikey Burger • Garlic & Parmesan Spudsters |
Eh Yo Mikey Burger was a very decent burger, except the bun for it was a tad too bready, and kind of took over the burger as a whole. Still, a nice combnation of ingredients that played well together otherwise, so I'd give this one honorable mention. Garlic & Parmesan Spudsters were basically like tater tots, and were enjoyable, but nothing to write home about. | |
| Kith And Kin 40 Washington St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 562-3800 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Seafood, Bars | • French Onion Soup • Grilled Bacon • Short Rib • Garlic Asparagus (side( • Mushroom & Tomato Risotto (side) • Carrot Cake |
French Onion Soup was on the better side of average as all of the pieces came together to make a decent flavor combination. Grilled Bacon was on the slightly better side of average. Short Rib was average. Garlic Asparagus was pretty thin and lacking. Mushroom & Tomato Risotto needed a bunch of salt as it was lacking in any real flavor on it's own. Carrot Cake was very average. No great standouts here. | |
| KKatie's Burger Bar 1899 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA 02050 (781) 837-0012 — Various Locations |
Burgers | • Chili Tots • KKatie's Chips and Dip • Fresh Fried Mozzarella • Bacon Cheese Burger |
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| Knead Doughnuts 135 Elmgrove Ave. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 865-6622 — Various Locations |
Donuts | • Chocolate • Butter Pecan • Chocolate Chip Cookie Donut |
Chocolate donut was good but average. Same for the Chocolate Chip Cookie Donut. Butter Pecan was brioche based, and was very fresh and soft. When I was eating it my thought was that this might be good sliced in half, and then used as the bread for a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich. You'll have to try this for yourself but on the overall I'd still put it on the far better side of average. | |
| Kokeshi 288 Derby St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-4197 |
Asian Fusion | • Crispy Chicken & Lemongrass Dumplings • Tiramisu |
I'd honestly have to give this item honorable mention. It wasn't anything outstanding, but given that it was flavorful, had a nice char, and had no chewy pieces whatsoever, it was a thoroughly enjoyable dish that would be worth trying if you're in the neighborhood.For the Tiramisu I'd actually give it honorable mention. It was soft and fluffy and flavorful, and just downright enjoyable! Worth a try! | |
| Konditor Meister 32 Wood Rd. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 849-1970 |
Bakery | • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse Cup • Decadence Brownie • Boston Cream Cake • Chocolate Cannoli • Eclair |
√ Chocolate Mousse Cup √ Decadence Brownie |
The Chocolate Mousse Cup was exactly what I wanted it to be..tasty and creamy, with a bunch of small accoutrements added in to give the already fine flavor extra indulgence. The Decadence Brownie was one of the better brownies that I've had so far. It's rich without being overly sweet with a thin layer of crunchy chocolate on the bottom. The rest of the pastries were average. |
| Kool Kone 374 Marion Rd. Wareham, MA 02571 (508) 295-6638 |
Ice Cream, Fried Clams & Burgers | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings • Teriyaki Steak Tips • Soft Serve Chocolate & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream • Chocolate Ice Cream |
√ Soft Serve Chocolate & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream | French Onion Soup was actually surprisingly good for what's essentially an ice cream take out type of stand. I'd put in on the better side of average. Onion Rings had a nice enough flavorful but were very greasy. Slightly better side of average. The hard ice cream is Richardson's so obviously it's really good. Teriyaki Steak Tips were pretty chewy. I'd recommend skipping. The Soft Serve Chocolate & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream however was really good! I recommend getting it with a chocolate dipped shell. Definitely worth the stop in!! |
| Koreana 158 Prospect St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (203) 562-4535 |
Korean, Asian | • Gyoza • Ddok Bok Gi • Chapchae • Beef Teriyaki • Tang Su Yuk |
Ddok Bok Gi, essentially a Korean version of gnocchi, was definitely unusual, but nothing special flavorwise. Tang Su Yuk, also unusual, but also nothing special flavorwise. Gyoza, Chapchae, and Beef Teriyaki were good but average. | |
| Kosmos 944 Main St. Walpole, MA 02081 (508) 921-3086 |
Greek | • Hummus • Bougatsa |
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| Kouzina 134 Newbury St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 817-7641 |
Venues & Event Spaces, Breakfast & Brunch, Greek | • Hummus • Pastichio • Saganaki • Makaronia Me Kima • Galaktobouriko • Rizogalo |
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| Kowloon 948 Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-0077 |
Chinese, Thai | • Hot & Sour Soup • Egg Rolls • Boneless Spare Ribs • Beef Teriyaki • Spring Rolls • Vegetable Lo-Mein • Crispy Orange Beef • Shredded Beef Szechuan Style • Saugus Wings |
The Shredded Beef Szechuan Style gets the nod here. It's a good balance of flavors and not excessively spicy. It's the kind of dish that you just can't seem to stop eating no matter how full you get! Egg Rolls, Spring Rolls, Vegetable Lo-Mein, and Crispy Orange Beef were all about as standard as you can get. The Boneless Spare Ribs, Beef Teriyaki, and the Hot & Sour Soup were ok but nothing special. The Saugus Wings were pretty good for what they were, but not being a true "wing guy" it's hard for me to judge. I'd say it's worth a stop in for a fan of wings to try them out. UPDATE: Upon a return trip, the Shredded Beef Szechuan Style tasted greasy and not particularly flavorful. This item is no longer worth the journey. | |
| Krasi 48 Gloucester St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 536-0230 |
Mediterranean, Greek, Wine Bars | • Breads • Charcuterie & Cheeses • Patates • Kormos • Dessert Wine |
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| Kream 'N Kone 961 Main St. West Dennis, MA 02639 (508) 394-0808 |
Fried Clams, Seafood | • Onion Rings • German Chocolate Ice Cream |
Onion Rings were not that great. German Chocolate Ice Cream was flavorful but not amazing. | |
| Krispy Kreme 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (860) 862-4681 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Bakery | • Chocolate Iced Kreme Filled • Chocolate Iced Custard Filled • Glazed Cruller • Glazed Chocolate Cake |
All of these were good, but I didn't really find them to be above any of the other local doughnut chains. Ok, but nothing outstanding. | |
| Kristin's Breakfast & Lunch 349 Washington St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-2022 |
Breakfast, Brunch & American Casual | • Boston Cream Pie Pancake • Blueberry French Toast • Corned Beef Hash (side) |
Blueberry French Toast was decent, but was thick cut so was fairly bready. Corned Beef Hash gets honorable mention for a great overall taste and a nice consistency with little crunchy pieces within. Boston Cream Pie Pancake was very tasty but a little too indulgent. Granted that I did customize it to be a chocolate base with chocolate chips but still..:) It's more the size that's a little nutty. That said, given that you can pretty much customize any pancake to be how you want it, you'll probably find a combination that will make you very happy. This place is definitely worth a stop in! | |
| Kupel's Bagels 421 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 566-9528 |
Bagels | • Cinnamon Raisin Bagel With Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese • Apple Strudel • Chocolate Danish • Chocolate Sack • Onion Sesame Bagel With Strawberry Cream Cheese |
The Cinnamon Raisin Bagel was very very average, somewhat to my surprise. I'd remembered this place to have really good bagels back in the day. Apple Strudel was reasonably good, but really could've used a bigger hit of cinnamon. Chocolate Danish and Chocolate Sack were both average. The Onion Sesame Bagel faired better, and gets honorable mention. That, as well as the Strawberry Cream Cheese, with hunks of strawberry in it! I'm sure the time of day that you come in makes a big difference as well. | |
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| L.A. Burdick Chocolate 52 D Brattle St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 491-4340 — Various Locations |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • L.A. Burdick Hot Chocolate • Harvard Square • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ L.A. Burdick Hot Chocolate √ Harvard Square |
The L.A. Burdick Hot Chocolate was basically like drinking liquid chocolate. You can get it at varying levels of choclatey goodness, which for me makes it worth the journey. Super sweet for pure choco-holics like me, and more subtle for some of you "normals". The Harvard Square was super fudgy, and somewhat on the border of over-do, but fortunately not quite crossing. Try this when you just need a super choclate fix. Chocolate Chip Cookie was decent if a little too rich. Better side of average overall. |
| La Brasa 124 Broadway Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 764 1412 |
Latin America, Continental & American | • Roasted Carrots with Mole & Sesame • Mexican Fried Rice with Charred Scallions & Maitake Mushrooms |
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| La Campania 504 Main St. Waltham, MA 02452 (781) 894-4280 |
Italian | • Mushroom Pizzette • Tagliatti Pasta • Hot Chocolate Souffle • Tiramisu |
The Mushroom Pizzette gets honorable mention. Not amazing, but a nice and tasty combination of ingredients. Tagliatti Pasta had very fresh pasta, but I wish the sauce had been a bit creamier instead of buttery. Hot Chocolate Souffle and Tiramisu were both nothing special. | |
| La Cantina Italiana 911 Waverly St. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 879-7874 |
Italian | • Cheesy Garlic Bread • Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls • Stuffed Mushrooms • Grilled Risotto • Chicken Parm • Cacio e Pepe • Grapenut Pudding • Tiramisu • Spumoni |
√ Chicken Parm √ Salad |
Chicken Parm was the standout here. A very solid and hearty dish that just came together perfectly. This is an absolute must try! Along with this, the Salad, which was just an add-on that comes with most dishes, was so fresh and bursting with flavor, I had to add this on as worth the journey, even though I did not get this as a standalone item. Get both of these things!! Cheesy Garlic Bread was good overall but really nothing amazing. Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls were on the far better side of average, more than anything for the sake of the fact that they were not overly breaded or greasy. The flavor was reasonably good, and so they just came together nicely overall. The Stuffed Mushrooms, which were stuffed with cheese and breadcrumbs, was just ok. Grilled Risotto wasn't bad but really nothing amazing. Cacio e Pepe seemed kind of like an afterthought. It was pasta with pepper and cheese "generally" sprinkled on top, and was fairly unimpressive. All 3 desserts were fine, with maybe just the slightest nod towards the Tiramisu of the 3. |
| La Cantina Winery 230 Cottage St. Franklin, MA 02038 (978) 450-1111 |
Wine Tasting Room | • Custom Charcuterie • Wagyu Sliders • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| La Fabrica Central 450 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (857) 706-1125 |
Latin America, Caribbean & Late Night | • Skirt Steak Empanada • Turkey & Cheese Fondue • Queso Frito • Steak & Cheese Empanada • Beef Empanada • Sorullitos • Yucca Croquettes • Red Wine & Guava Braised Short Rib |
All 3 Empanadas were somewhat bready and nothing special. Turkey & Cheese Fondue was unusual, and I'd put it on the better side of average for flavor pops. Queso Frito were little fried cheese cubes which didn't really have any flavor. Sorullitos were just ok. Yucca Croquettes were actually decent, and probably one of the better tapas sampled, but they still didn't really stand out. Red Wine & Guava Braised Short Rib was better on paper. Very bland as short ribs go. | |
| La Famiglia Giorgio 112 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 367-6711 |
Italian | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Stuffed Mushrooms • Pumpkin Ravioli • Fried mozzarella • Arancini • Tiramisu |
Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was good but average. Stuffed Mushrooms was on the slightly better side of average. Pumpkin Ravioli was on the better side of average. Fried mozzarella was on the slightly worse side of average. Arancini, which happened to be a special, was on the better side of average. Tiramisu was just ok. | |
| La Festa 300 Central Ave. Dover, NH 03820 (603) 743-4100 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Garlic Knots |
Pepperoni Pizza was very average. Garlic Knots was terribly, just tasting like a heavy hunk of white bread drenched in butter and garlic. Not a fan. | |
| La Galina 1150 Market St. Lynnfield, MA 019400 (781) 776-7600 |
Mediterranean, Tapas/Small Plates, Italian | • Hummus • Short Rib • Cinnamon Rice (side) • Potted Dark Chocolate Budino • Tiramisu Unraveled |
√ Hummus | The Hummus was the standout here. It comes mixed with a few other ingredients (they call them dips) but you can get it plain and to me that all you really need! One of the better iterations I've sampled. Short Rib was on the slightly better side of average, but I wish it hadn't been quite so fatty. Cinnamon Rice (which is not actually called that but that's the flavor of the rice you get here) gets honorable mention for an unusual and highly enjoyable flavor. Stick with these little dishes and you'll be quite happy! Potted Dark Chocolate Budino was good but not overly memorable. Tiramisu Unraveled should really be called Tiramisu Tableside, but I honestly wouldn't bother calling it anything as it's one of those better-on-paper concepts. Fun to watch, unimpressive to eat. |
| La Hacienda 150 Meridian St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 561-3737 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Bars | • Nachos • Pupusas • Enchiladas |
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| La Padrona 38 Trinity Pl. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 898-0010 |
Cocktail Bars, Desserts | • Bread Service • Tagliatelle Emilia Romagna • Tiramisu • Chocolate Cake |
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| La Qchara 506 Franklin St. Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 662-5555 |
Latin America | • Hamon y Queso Cachapas • Tequenos • Pabellon Criollo |
Hamon y Queso Cachapas gets honorable mention. I was like eating a ham & cheese omelette, except having corn in place of egg. An interesting and tasty experience. Tequenos were fine but nothing special. Pabellon Criollo was fine but not outstanding. | |
| La Scala 183 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 753-9912 |
Italian | • Arancini • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Winter Pear Salad • Pepperoni Pizza • Chicken Gorgonzola • Pesto & Gnocchi • Pistachio Cake |
First off, portions here are HUGE! Arancini gets changes in flavor (not sure how often). My visit was chicken pesto. They were crispy on the outside, with 3 large balls to an order. Accompanying marinara sauce was also quite good. Better side of average. Chicken Gorgonzola wasn't overly saucy, but in truth it didn't even really need to be. Very well balanced and flavorful, and I'd also put it on the better side of average. Pistachio Cake was again a huge slice, and also on the better side of average. Just a nice little place with good solid food. | |
| La Siesta 70 Woodside Ave. Winthrop, MA 02152 (617) 846-2300 |
Mexican | • La Siesta Platter • Chile Relleno and Ground Beef Enchilada • Steak Taco |
In the sampler, the Bean Nachos were good but average, the Cheese & Chile Poblano Quesadilla was average, and both the Ground Beef Taquito and the Shredded Beef Flautas get honorable mention as the snacks worth trying at this place. Both crispy and satisfying, I'm honestly not sure which one I liked better. Chile Relleno was too hot, and the Ground Beef Enchilada was average. The Steak Taco was on the better side of average, and from it I'm willing to bet that the steak is the meat type to explore here. It wasn't anything special in a taco, but maybe better in the context of a burrito... | |
| La Stalla 559 Washington St. Stoughton, MA 02072 (781) 436-5012 |
Italian | • Arancini Cacio & Pepe • Mezzi Rigatoni Alla Carbonara • Cavatelli Ai 4 Formaggi |
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| La Victoria Taqueria 12 Medford St. Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 859-5503 — Various Locations |
Mexican & Take-out | • Steak Burrito • Choriqueso Torta |
Choriqueso Torta is a pretty good sandwich, even though it's admittedly not the type of item that I usually go for. I'd put it on the far better side of average as the flavors all work well together and it was reasonably tasty. Realistically, you'll have to judge this one for yourself. Steak Burrito was good but average. | |
| Labaredas Brazilian BBQ 500 Boston Post Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 281-6555 |
BBQ, Brazilian, Cocktail Bars | • Short Rib Loaded Fries • Short Rib Eggrolls • Calabresa Pao de Queijo • Pan Fried Cheese • Steak Bites • Mozzarella Sticks • Tapioca Cubes • Pineapple Skewer • Chicken w/Bacon Skewer • Amazon Burger • Gnocchi Beef Madeira • Tropical Salad • Brigadeiro • Brigadeiro Ice Cream |
Short Rib Eggrolls were very tasty in that they were not overly bready, and especially in that they were not at all greasy! That said, the flavor wasn't really a super standout. Calabresa Pao de Queijo were similarly enjoyable but not a real standout. Pan Fried Cheese was unusual but once again, not a particular standout. Steak Bites I can say were not very good, as even though the marinade seemed pretty tasty, almost every piece was super chewy. Both Skewers were pretty average. Gnocchi Beef Madeira was actually on the better side of average. The meat was fairly tasty and not at all chewy, and the Gnocchi part was reasonably good, with a nice sauce. The Brigadeiro I'd describe as something like a pot de creme, with a somewhat thicker chocolate. Fine but it didn't speak to me. Brigadeiro in Ice Cream form on the other hand faired far better, in that the creaminess helped the chocolate balance better. Short Rib Loaded Fries were ok but I'd recommend getting this in Eggroll form instead. Mozzarella Sticks were like soft cheese inside of wonton sticks. A very unusual rendition that's a must try for an mozzarella stick enthusiasts! I'd put it on the far better side of average overall. Tapioca Cubes wasn't bad but I can't say it really spoke to me as anything special. Amazon Burger had very fresh bread, and was overall generally tasty, but while it was enjoyable enough I don't think I'd get it again. Note that I got this item without the egg that it comes with. Tropical Salad was fine but was one of those sounds better on paper kind of deals. Bonus points for their version of an Old Fashioned which they call The Dictator. This drink in and of itself is almost worth the journey:) | |
| LaCascia's Bakery & Deli 326 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-5203 |
Bakery, Deli & Sandwiches | • Steak Bomb • Steak Tips • Pizza (slice) • Almond Biscotti • Almond Macaroon • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Fudge Brownie • Eclair • Chocolate Cream Pie Tart • Savoy • Chocolate Mousse Slice • Cream Puff • Lobster Tail • Oreo Mousse Dome • Tiramisu |
√ Almond Biscotti | Almond Biscotti gets the full nod here. I'm not sure what's in this exactly, but it was like a flavor explosion of happiness in my mouth. An amazing blend of flavors working wonderfully together. Lobster Tail gets honorable mention, but was just a bit too big, meaning a bit too much for it's own good. Almond Macaroon was on the far better side of average. Chocolate Chip Cookie was nothing special. Chocolate Fudge Brownie was on the slightly better side of average. Eclair was dried out and not very good. Savoy was ok but the flavor didn't really pop. Chocolate Cream Pie Tart was ok, but the ratio of chocolate to whipped cream was way off. Steak Bomb just barely gets honorable mention. The biggest problem was that the meat itself just wasn't as flavorful as I wanted it to be. That said, between the freshness of the bread, the freshness of the other ingredients, and the meltiness of the cheese, it still ended up working quite well together to make a pretty damn good sandwich. Chocolate Mousse Slice and Oreo Mousse Dome were nothing special. Cream Puff had nice cream but was too big. Better side of average. Tiramisu was the cup variety, and I'd put it in the slightly better side of average category. Steak Tips were fine but a little chewy. Pizza was on the far better side of average. It had a nice thin-ness and was a good size slice, but didn't quite pop enough tastewise. |
| Lakon Paris Patisserie 1169 Walnut St. Newton, MA 02461 (857) 297-2181 — Various Locations |
Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Patisserie/Cake Shop | • Chocolate Croissant • Almond Croissant • Ham & Cheese Criossant • Tiramisu Croissant • Eclair |
√ Ham & Cheese Criossant | Ham & Cheese Criossant just maes the cut here. I wish it were a little less tall and bulky, but it's flavor and buttery texture more than made up for this. I also wouldn't have minded if it were a little cheesier, but you definitely won't be disappointed trying this! Chocolate Croissant was good as far as the croissant part, but there was barely any chocolate in it, especially given how poofy this item is. Almond Croissant was fine but there really wasn't a lot of almond paste in it. Tiramisu Croissant was fine, but it came in the novelty of a square shape, which really did not do much for it flavorwise. Eclair was not very good. |
| Lanna Thai Diner 901 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 932-0394 |
Thai & Diner | • Thai Rolls • Beef w/Cashew Nuts (#27) |
Both dishes get honorable mention. Though neither popped in any great way, both were solid tasty dishes of their respective types. I get the impression this might be a good place to check out some Thai...:) | |
| LaRosa's 7 Barnard St. Andover, MA 01810 (978) 475-1777 |
Italian, Sandwiches | • Salsalitto Turkey Sandwich • Grilled Cheese with Tomato & Bacon • Chocolate Cake • Eclair • Oreo Bar Brownie • Parmigiano Pizza • Gnocchi Pesto • Tortelloni |
√ Gnocchi Pesto | The Salsalitto Turkey Sandwich was good but very average. The Grilled Cheese with Tomato & Bacon had too much fattiness in the bacon which just greatly detered from the overall flavor. Plus the bread to cheese ratio was off. The Chocolate Cake was average. The Oreo Bar Brownie was not that good. The Eclair gets honorable mention for being quite tasty, but I would've liked the shell to be a bit moister. Parmigiano Pizza was fine, but was better on paper than execution in my opinion. Nothing amazing flavorwise. Gnocchi Pesto was a surprise standout here. Soft fresh pasta, a very balanced pesto flavor, and an all around vibrant dish made this worth the journey for me. Pesto and Gnocchi fans will not be disappointed. Tortelloni was average. |
| Landing, The 81 Front St. Marblehead, MA 01945 (781) 639-1266 |
Seafood & American Casual | • Home Made Potato Chips • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese • Choco-tini |
All items were fairly average. Choco-tini was particularly decadent, but still fairly average tastewise. | |
| Lansdowne Pub, The 9 Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 247-1222 |
Pub, Burgers | • Warm Cheese Dip • Blue Cheese Potato Cakes • Cheese Fries • Grilled Cheese • Irish Bacon • Fried Mars Bar • Bailey Chocolate Pot |
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| Larry J's BBQ Cafe 600 D St. S. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 348-9800 |
Bbq | • Burnt Endz • Chili Cheese Fries • Mac & Cheese (side) • Cornbread • Smoked Beef Brisket |
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| Larry Joe's FirePit 30 Cape Rd. Mendon, MA 01756 (508) 735-9006 |
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| Laura's Bar & Grill 945 Douglas Pke. Smithfield, RI 02917 (401) 349-2842 |
American (Traditional), Cocktail Bars | • Chili Nachos • Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls • Cheeseburger Flatbread • Pecan Pear Salad w/Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese (side) • Custom Burger w/Onion Rings • Short Rib Risotto • Loaded Mash Potato Bowl w/Popcorn Chicken • Death By Chocolate Cake |
Chili Nachos were on the slightly better side of average, but I really wanted more toppings. Pecan Pear Salad w/Steak Tips was good but average. Loaded Mash Potato Bowl w/Popcorn Chicken was the definition of comfort food. Very hearty and filling, but I can't say it had the wow factor beyond that. Still, no complaints over this dish! Short Rib Risotto was hearty but average. Mac & Cheese was very bland. Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls were on the slightly better side of average. Cheeseburger Flatbread was fairly true to taste, but I can't say it had an overall wow factor. Burger was reasonably good. Better side of average. Same for the accompanying Onion Rings. Death By Chocolate Cake was rich, but the cake part of fairly moist. Far better side of average as far as chocolate cakes go. | |
| Lavender 519 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 579-9988 |
Asian, Chinese | • Sesame Beef Combo (L) • Beef Teriyaki |
√ Sesame Beef | The Sesame Beef itself gets the nod here. Quite flavorful and saucy, the meat had no chewy pieces, and the sesame seeds added a nice texture to it. Beef Teriyaki also gets honorable mention. While not outstanding, it had a really nice flavor without, again, any chewy pieces. As part of the combo, Egg Roll was average, Vegetable Lo Mein was average, and the Hot & Sour soup was one of the better ones I've had, but still not standout enough to be a standout. |
| Le Languedoc 24 Broad St. Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 228-2552 |
New American | • Cream Of Onion Soup • Chocolate Pot de Creme |
The Cream Of Onion Soup was nothing special and really could've ben creamier. The Chocolate Pot de Creme could've used more chocolate flavor. | |
| Ledger Restaurant & Bar 125 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-1908 |
American, Comfort Food & Tavern | • Popovers • Squash Bisque • Mushroom Campanelle • Ledger Double Burger |
Popovers were fine but really nothing special. Squash Bisque had some Thai influences which added a little spice to this dish, which I wasn't a big fan of. Nothing terrible but not really what I was looking for. Mushroom Campanelle used an interesting type of pasta that I hadn't encountered before, but honestly the whole dish was just pasta, mushrooms and cheese. Nothing wrong with it, and it looked very pretty, but zero wow factor... | |
| Lee's Place Burgers 216 Sumner St. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 795-2022 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Fast Food | • Bacon Cheeseburger (w/special sauce) • Steak Bomb • Sweet Potato Fries • Onion Rings |
The Bacon Cheeseburger was on the slightly better side of average, but really not all that memorable. Steak Bomb was very average. Same for the Sweet Potato Fries. Onion Rings had a really nic crispiness to them, but not too much flavor. | |
| Legal Sea Foods 75 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 270-9700 — Various Locations |
Seafood, Chain | • Boston Cream Pie • Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake • Belgian Chocolate Mousse Parfait |
The Boston Cream Pie gets honorable mention. It wasn't really what you'd think of as traditional, but was more like a custard circle with a slight cake bottom and a slight chocolate top with chocolate sauce. If the custard was more flavorful, it would've been worth the journey. The Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake and Belgian Chocolate Mousse Parfait were not that good. | |
| Lenny's Hideaway 8 Stagecoach Way Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 923-1881 |
Bars, Mexican, Venues & Event Spaces | • Street Corn • Empanadas • Nachos • Tatopos • Lumpia • Carne Asada Taco • Ground Beef Taco • Choco Taco |
Street Corn was fine but average. Nachos were on the better side of average. Tatopos, which are essentially a variation of the Nachos, were interesting but not as good as the Nachos themselves. Carne Asada Taco came in a soft shell and was very average. Ground Beef Taco came in a hard shell, and was actually pretty good. Far better side of average. Choco Taco was a fun take on the dessert, and used Richardson's ice cream. A nice way to end the meal if you're looking for something sweet. Empanadas were a little bready but not too bad. Recommend getting it with a side of queso rather than the dip sauce they come with. Lumpia was ok. A slightly spicy eggroll that was good but not outstanding. | |
| Less Than Greater Than 28 Main St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 333-7142 |
Cocktail Lounge & Asian | • Destroy All S'mores | If you're a fan of S'mores, then this was a very decent iteration of this dessert that's worth checking out if you're in the neighborhood. | |
| Levain Bakery 180 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 390-7799 |
Bakeries, Desserts | • Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie • Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie • 2 Chip Chocolate Chip • Chocolate Chip Brioche |
All 3 cookies were more or less similar with slight flavor variations. I'd have to give a slight edge to the Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie being a chocoholic, but you won't really be too disappointed with any of them. Not to say I thought they were worth the journey but if you're craving a cookie you should walk away happy. I'd say honorable mention for being a very meaty cookie packed with chips, but just no wow factor. Chocolate Chip Brioche was a little too bready for my taste. | |
| Lewis' Bar & Grill 92 Central St. Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 769-9633 |
Sports Bars, American (Traditional) | • Teriyaki Steak Tips • Short Rib Tacos • Burger |
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| Lexie's Joint 212 Islington St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 319-4055 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Ice Cream | • Stairway to Heaven Burger • Swiss Beatz Burger • Fries • Death By Chocolate Shake |
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| Liberty & Main 500 Legacy Pl. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 686-1616 |
American (New), Modern European, Cocktail Bars | • Black & Blue Burger • Baked Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips • Corn Brulee (side) • S'mores Mousse |
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| Liberty Bell Roast Beef & Seafood 886 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 662-6900 |
Sandwiches, Seafood | • Steak Bomb • Onion Rings • Pizza Roll |
The Steak Bomb was average, although I did enjoy that the bread was fresh and soft. Onion Rings had a nice sweetness to them, but they were too much of the "fall-apart" type and had no real crunchiness. Pizza Roll was yummy but also average. | |
| Lickee's & Chewy's 53 Washington St. Dover, NH 03820 (603) 343-1799 |
Candy Stores, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Chocolatiers & Shops | • Various Chocolates | So this place is kind of tough to rate. It's basically like a good sized candy with a bunch of harder to find pre-packaged candy, ice cream that they get from somewhere in Maine, and fudge and chocolates that they make in house. Oh and very over the top milkshakes. So, as the milkshakes were a bit too over the top (even for me), and the ice cream was not theirs, and I don't really rate pre-packaged candy, I guess I would say of the random chocolate candies of theirs that I did try, they were pretty good, but you can't really go too wrong with chocolate. All that said, if you're in the neighborhood, you probably wouldn't be disappointed stopping in here, as they have a large selection, and a lot of nostalgic candy. | |
| Lilly's Gourmet Pasta 1528 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02120 (617) 427-8080 |
Italian, Take-out | • Mac & Cheese Bites • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Pasta Dish • Tiramisu |
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| Lily P's 80 Causeway St. Boston, MA, 02114 |
Chicken Shop, Cocktail Bars | • Mini Cornbread Muffins • House Potato Chips • Pimento Cheese with Ritz • Corn & Chorizo Dip • Classic Burger • Timmy's Tendies • Butterscotch Pudding |
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| Limani 33 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 545-0000 |
Bars, Seafood, Greek | • Hummus • Pastichio • Cracked Baklava • Galaktoboureko • Ekmek • Absolute Chocolate |
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| Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant 425 W. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 765-8636 |
Comfort Food, New American & Tavern | • Pumpkin Fritters • Burnt End Tacos • Sweet Potato Bisque • Lincoln Burger • Butternut Squash Pizza • Braised Short Ribs w/Mac & Cheese • Pan Seared Potato Gnocchi • Bacon & Cheddar Twist |
√ Butternut Squash Pizza | Butternut Squash Pizza was the standout here. I'd guess by the amazing crust virtually any pizza here would be really good. Definitely the item to try here. Pumpkin Fritters had virtually no pumpkin flavor that I could detect. Burnt End Tacos were nothing special. Sweet Potato Bisque was on the better side of average. Nice and creamy for a cold night. Braised Short Ribs w/Mac & Cheese was fine. Short Ribs part was fairly spartan, but what I tried was fairly ok. Mac & Cheese that it came on top of was better than the meat, but again, nothing overly special. Pan Seared Potato Gnocchi were very average. Lincoln Burger gets honorable mention. The meat to bread ratio was a bit off, but otherwise this was an enjoyable and meaty burger. The ingredient combination ended up working quite well together. Bacon & Cheddar Twist was on the slightly better side of average. |
| Little Depot Diner, The 1 Railroad Ave. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 977-7775 |
Breakfast, Sandwiches & Brunch | • Monte Depot • Nutella Frappe |
√ Atmosphere | This is one of the few places on the list where just going there for the atmosphere is worth the journey. The food itself is more or less typical diner food, but everyone is so super friendly, and the place (while small) is so inviting, it's worth it just to go check it out at least once. |
| Little Donkey 505 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 945-1008 |
Global & Breakfast | • Pickle Brine Fried Chicken Sandwich | Pickle Brine Fried Chicken Sandwich was on the far better side of average, but felt like it was missing something for me. | |
| Liv Creative Cuisine 1849 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA 02050 (781) 837-2900 |
American (New) | • Loaded Baked Potato Gnocchi • Flatbread • Burger |
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| Lizzy's Homemade Ice Cream 367 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 893-6677 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Orgy Ice Cream | √ Chocolate Orgy Ice Cream | A wonderfully chocolately experience. Not overly sweet with excellent consistency. One of the better ice cream stops out there. |
| Lobstah on a Roll 254 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 431-2284 |
Lobster, Seafood | • BLT | BLT certainly wasn't bad, and was packed with bacon, but was just a tad too bready. It would've been better in a pita, but still quite enjoyable. | |
| Lobster Pot, The 321 Commercial St. Provincetown, MA 02657 (508) 487-0842 |
Lobster, Seafood | • Onion Rings | Onion Rings were decent, but I'm sure a seafood lover would come here for more than just those. | |
| Lobster Shanty, The 25 Front St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 745-5449 |
Lobster, Seafood | • Chili • Steak Tips • Ham & Pea Mac & Cheese • Clyde Burger • Onion Rings (side) |
Ham & Pea Mac & Cheese was on the far better side of average. Steak Tips were fine. Chili was nothing special. Clyde Burger was on the better side of average for it's unique sesame seed and black pepper encrusting, but the burger itself was nothing special. Onion Rings was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Lobster Trap 290 Shore Rd. Bourne, MA 02532 (508) 759-7600 |
Seafood, American (Traditional), Sandwiches | • Beef Skewers • Onion Rings • Steak Tips |
Beef Skewers were on the slightly better side of average. Onion Rings looked good but had virtually no flavor. Steak Tips came out like kabobs, which is a fun and interesting take, but I can't say it was too special flavorwise. Fine but not outstanding. | |
| Local 149 149 P St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 269-0900 |
Pub | • Mac & Cheese Fritters • Spicy Pimento Cheese Fries • Fried Cheese Curds • Sweet Potato Gnocchi • Brisket Grilled Cheese |
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| Local, The 99 Third St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 701-8351 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Comfort Food | • Fried Pickles • Potato Chips & Dip • Truffled Fries • Chicken, Chive & Bacon Mac & Cheese • Garlic Roasted Mushrooms, Three Cheese & Truffle Oil Flatbread • Steak Tips • Spicy Hong Kong Noodles • Burger |
Chicken, Chive & Bacon Mac & Cheese gets honorable mention here. While it could've been a bit cheesier, it was still a very well balanced dish amongst all of the flavors within. The Fried Pickles, Potato Chips & Dip, Steak Tips, Burger, and Spicy Hong Kong Noodles were all average. The Truffled Fries were on the better side of average with a nice crunch. The Garlic & Mushroom Flatbread was also on the better side of average with a nice thin crust, but no great standout flavor. | |
| Locales Tacos y Tequila 6 Crow Point Ln. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 385-7812 |
Tacos | • Elote con Queso • Queso • Carne Asada Crispy Tacos |
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| Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar 412 W. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 917-5626 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Short Rib Taco • Carne Asada Taco • Brisket Taco • Grilled Street Corn • Queso Dip • Salsa Trio • Shepherd's Pie Empanadas |
All 3 tacos kinda tasted the same. Sure they had different accoutrements, and they were overall fine, but none of them really stood out to me that much. Grilled Street Corn was tasty but not amazing. Queso Dip was probably the best of the samplings and I'd put it on the far better side of average. Salsa Trio was similarly fine with no standouts. Shepherd's Pie Empanadas were also fine. | |
| Loft Steak & Chop House, The 1140 Osgood St. N. Andover, MA 01845 (978) 686-0026 |
Steak | • Steak Tips • Philly Spring Rolls • Chili • French Onion Soup • Corn Bread • Boston Cream Pie • The Loft Burger • Macho Nacho Mac & Cheese |
√ Corn Bread | In an expected surprise, the corn bread is the dish Worth The Journey here. Moreover, this is not even a specially ordered item..it is the standard bread basket that is brought out before the meal. Very fresh, moist, and flavorful, this corn bread was the best that I've had to date. And more to the point, the bread pretty much blew away all of the other rather bland foods that I tried here. The Philly Spring Rolls and Steak Tips were not great. The Chili, Macho Nacho Mac & Cheese, and French Onion Soup were average. The Boston Cream Pie was nothing special. The Loft Burger had a nice flavor combination, and was definitely on the better side of average, but nothing amazing. Service earned definite brownie points thanks to a knowledgable and very friendly waitress (who I don't mind saying also kindly gave me a doggy bag of cornbread to take home!) |
| Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar 253 Summer St. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 369-0931 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Empanadas • Grilled Steak Tacos • Steak Sofrito Quesadilla • Zocalo Corn • Iron Pan Cornbread |
Both the Empanadas and the Grilled Steak Tacos were on the far better side of average. Steak Sofrito Quesadilla was fine. Zocalo Corn was on the better side of average. Iron Pan Cornbread was dry and not very good. | |
| LongCross Bar & Kitchen 501 Fellsway Medford, MA 02155 (781) 874-1033 |
Pizza, Beer Bar, American (Traditional) | • Bistro Mac & Cheese • Krunchy Kentucky Tenders • Linda's Chili Nachos • Longcross Crunch Chicken Sandwich • Pepperoni Detroit Deep Dish Pizza • Steak Tips |
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| Longhorn Steakhouse 39 Walker's Brook Dr. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 942-4801 — Various Locations |
Steak, Chain | • Texas Cheese Fries • French Onion Soup • Brandied Cinnamon Apples • Jalapeño Cole Slaw • Chocolate Stampede |
No standouts here. Nothing bad but nothing too amazing. | |
| Lorenzo's 500 W. Grove St. Middleboro, MA 02346 (508) 947-3000 |
Italian | • Toasted Ravioli • Baked Shells Parmigiana • Tiramisu |
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| Loretta's Last Call 1 Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 421-9595 |
Southern, BBQ & Comfort Food | • Pimento & Bacon Grilled Cheese Bites • Steak Biscuits • Frito Nachos • Brisket Plate • Corn Hush Puppies • Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Los Andes 903 Chalkstone Ave. Providence, RI 02908 (401) 649-4911 |
Peruvian | • Causa Limena • Empanada de Queso • Empanada Andina • Champinones Rellenos • Lomo Saltado • Envuelto De Pollo • Arroz con Queso (side) • Flan |
The Causa Limena was certainly the most unusual of the dishes sampled. Hard to rate but it wasn't bad. The Empanada Andina was good but a little doughy. The Empanada de Queso was mostly dough with like a lite cheesy interior. Hard to describe but it really didn't stand out. Champinones Rellenos had a slight spicy kick but didn't really have a standout flavor for me otherwise. Arroz con Queso could've been chessier. Flan, again, was fine but nothing special. Lomo Saltado was decent albeit a little heavy. Envuelto De Pollo was similarly decent. I especially liked the cream sauce that came with it. This is probably the most enjoyable dish that I'd tried, but again there was nothing sampled that was in any way bad. Also bonus points for a really nice atmosphere! | |
| Lost Cowboy Brewing 546 Amherst St. Nashua, NH 03063 (603) 600-6800 |
Brewpubs, BBQ, American | • Nachos • Cowgirl Cobb Salad • Lost Cowboy Seasonal Salad • Brisket w/Mustard Slaw, Onion Rings, & Cornbread |
Lost Cowboy Seasonal Salad was just a very well put together salad that I give honorable mention to. Nothing super amazing but I think you'll be quite happy if you get it. Note though that this is called seasonal, so it may change iterations from the time of my review. Brisket was also very decent. I got a leaner cut, and it worked quite well with the bbq sauces provided. Far better side of average. Mustard Slaw was a nice take on standard cole slaw, and I'd similarly put it on the far better side of average. Onion Rings had a nice crispiness and a good flavor, also on the far better side of average. Cornbread was very tasty. A nice balance of flavor without being overly dry (even without butter). Honorable mention for this dish. | |
| Lotus Blossom 394 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 443-0200 |
Chinese, Japanese | • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Boneless Spareribs • Beef Teriyaki • Hot & Sour Soup • Mongolian Spicy Beef • Crispy Beef with Sesame • Chicken Chow Foon |
√ Beef Teriyaki | Beef Teriyaki just gets the full nod. One of the better renditions that I've had with a slight sticky sweetness, it definitely gave me that don't want to stop eating it vibe. Vegetable Spring Rolls, Boneless Spareribs, and Mongolian Spicy Beef were good but average. Same for the Hot & Sour Soup. Crispy Beef with Sesame and Chicken Chow Foon were both on the far better side of average. |
| Louie's Pizza Restaurant 118 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 933-2696 |
Pizza | • Pizza (slices) | It was fine. Nothing to write home about. | |
| Lovebirds Donuts 450 US Rte. 1 Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 703-2392 |
Donuts, Coffee & Tea, Vegan | • Boston Creme • Watermelon Sugar • S'mores |
All 3 donuts sampled were nice and fresh, and tasted good, but honestly they just didn't really have any kind of wow factor. I guess better side of average. | |
| Lower Mills Tavern 2269 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02124 (857) 267-4461 |
Pizza | • Burger | ||
| Lucca 226 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-9200 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Mushroom & Corn Risotto • Roasted Garlic & mozzarella Bread • Mushroom Bruschetta • Tiramisu |
Mushroom & Corn Risotto was on the worse side of average. Roasted Garlic & mozzarella Bread was just a large hunk of bread with some garlic and cheese sprinkled on top, and far too doughy. Mushroom Bruschetta was on the better side of average. Tiramisu was the citrusy type, which was unfortunate... | |
| Luciano's 800 Washington St. Wrentham, MA 02093 (508) 384-3050 |
Italian | • Tiramisu • Chocolate Profiteroles • Amaretto Cake • Hazelnut Mousse |
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| Lucky Strike 145 Ipswich Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 437-0300 |
American Casual, Pub | • Egg Rolls • Mozzarella Sticks • Mac & Cheese Bites |
All average. As expected. | |
| Lucky Tiger 100 Hood Park Dr. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 377-4992 |
Asian Fusion, Bars, Sushi Bars | • Chef's House Fried Rice | ||
| Lucky's Lounge 355 Congress St. S. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 892-4224 |
Cocktail Lounge, Late Night | • Big Nachos • Mac & Cheese • Nutella Sandwich • S'mores Sundae |
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| Lui Lui 259 Daniel Webster Hwy. Nashua, NH 03060 (603) 888-2588 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Italian Sampler Platter • Taste of Italy • Creamy Shells & Steak Gorgonzola • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse |
The Italian Sampler Platter was mostly good but average. The slight standout from this was the BBQ Chicken Tenders, which were actually quite tasty. Note that sampler comes with buffalo tenders by default, but you can specify to swap these for bbq. Frankly, I kind of wish they had other sauce options for these! The Taste of Italy was similarly fine, with the same meatballs as on the sampler, a mini chicken parm, and a small slice of lasagna (both perfect sampling sizes). Can't say any of these stood out for me flavorwise though. The Creamy Shells & Steak Gorgonzola might've actually been good, had they actually been creamy. As is they were somewhat standard shells and cheese with steak tips, which in fairness had no chewy pieces, but really didn't standout flavorwise. Tiramisu was on the slightly better side of average, and Chocolate Mousse was ok but a little heavier than I would've liked. Pizza was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Lulu's 421 Cambridge St. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 787-1117 |
Comfort Food, Southern & Brunch | • Warm Pretzel Rolls • Pizza Tots • Bacon & Eggs • Shortrib Mac & Cheese |
Warm Pretzel Rolls were absolutely nothing special. Pizza Tots were nothing but regular pizza tots so I don't know who they're trying to fool here. Bacon & Eggs were deviled eggs with a sprig of bacon of them. They were fine. Shortrib Mac & Cheese had ok shortrib, but the mac & cheese part was very average. No standouts at all here. | |
| Luna Rossa 1699 Shawsheen St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 851-9282 |
Italian | • Arancini al Forno • Gnocchi al Pomodoro • Risotto (side) |
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| Lyndell's 720 Broadway Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 625-1793 |
Bakery | • Half-Moon Cookie • Lobster Tail • Almond Disk Cookie • Boston Cream Pie • Cream Puff • Eclair • Espresso Bar • Tiramisu • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Almond Cluster • Chocolate Delight • Praline Cookie • Chocolate Croissant |
√ Almond Disk Cookie √ Eclair |
The Almond Disk Cookie had a nice almondy burst to it. I would've loved a little more chocolate, but no complaints here! The Eclair was also very fresh tasting, with an excellent hit of cream in the center. I got the small, but now sad I didn't get the large.:) The Half-Moon Cookie gets honorable mention. Not being a big half-moon type guy, I don't have a great frame of reference, but just as a dessert it's pretty good. The Lobster Tail also get's honorable mention. Very tasty and light, it just didn't have any amazing wow factors going for it. The Cream Puff was a nice airy little number, but no great wow factor. The Chocolate Chip and Prailine Cookies were nothing special. The Almond Cluster is basically like an almond cookie with cream on top covered with a hard chocolate shell. Very good, but for some reason it didn't feel like the flavors worked together all that well. Honestly, I'm not even sure why... Again, not bad, just not amazing. The Boston Cream Pie was ok, but the cake to cream and chocolate ratio was somewhat off. The Espresso Brownie, Tiramisu, Chocolate Croissant, and Chocolate Delight (which is basically a chocolate dense cream filled cake) were not all that good. |
| Lynwood Cafe 320 Center St. Randolph, MA 02368 (781) 963-9894 |
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| M&M BBQ 1250 Massachusetts Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 307-7674 |
BBQ, Food Trucks | • Dumpster Fries • Geneva Ave Sandwich • Newmarket Square Sandwich |
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| Mac & Walt's 363 Old Colony Rd. Norton, MA 02766 (508) 455-1873 |
American Casual, Burgers & Comfort Food | • Pretzels • Chili Cheese Fries (½ order) • Bacon Cheeseburger w/Onion Rings (½ order) • Chili Mac & Cheese |
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| Mac & Walt's 51 Northern Blvd. Plum Island, MA 01951 (978) 462-7707 |
Cafes | • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Sammie • Homemade Corned Beef Hash (side) |
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| Maggiano's Little Italy 4 Columbus Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 542-3456 |
Italian | • Bruschetta • Mozzarella Marinara • Stuffed Mushrooms • Pepperoni Risotto Bites • Four Cheese Ravioli • Mushroom Ravioli al Forno • Chicken Parm • Fontina Potatoes (side) • Chocolate Zuccotto Cake • Maggiano's Signature Spumoni • Tiramisu |
√ Maggiano's Signature Spumoni √ Tiramisu |
The Maggiano's Signature Spumoni is a combination of chocolate, cherry, and pistachio spumoni (which is basically ice cream). Now I'm not sure specifically what made it work so well, whether it was the flavor combination, or the texture, or something else altogether, but it really came together in that special way in which I didn't want to stop eating it. Similarly, the Tiramisu was an excellent and creamy rendition. One of the best versions I've had to date. A nice place to come for some dessert! The Bruschetta was on the far better side of average. Not amazing, but it was a nice small round size, with a good combo of toppings that just made a nice bite. Mozzarella Marinara just gets honorable mention. Due mostly to it's crispiness, though the actual cheese was a bit lacking. Try it and you'll see what I mean here. Stuffed Mushrooms were average. Four Cheese Ravioli was too ricotta-y (this is not a good thing). Mushroom Ravioli al Forno was far better tastewise, but was a bit too overcreamy. Again, you'd have to try it to see what I mean. Chicken Parm was very average. Chocolate Zuccotto Cake was average. Pepperoni Risotto Bites were virtually flavorless. Avoid. Fontina Potatoes were nice enough, but would've been way better if the potatoes were crispier. |
| Maggie's Farm 189 S. Main St. Middleton, MA 01949 (978) 539-8583 |
Pub, American Casual & Sushi | • Arancini • Tater Tots • Steak Tips • Maggie's Burger |
First, I just want to give props for one of the best experiences in service that I've received in my long time of doing this. Our server was prompt, knowledgeable, attentive without being overbearing, and frankly there was absolutely nothing that I could say he could've done better. Now as to the food, the Arancini was good but average. The Tater Tots were a larger size, about the same size as the arancini actually, and were fairly average, but came with a nice bacon chive dip. Steak Tips were average. Maggie's Burger was on the better side of average. | |
| Magnolia 525 Tavern 12 Lexington Ave. Gloucester, MA 01930 (978) 525-3230 |
American, American Casual & Comfort Food | • Tavern Crisps • Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich • Pizza • Root Beer & Soy Sauce Steak Tips • Amaretto Spiced Cake |
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| Maguire's Bar and Grill 503 Foundry St. Easton, MA 02375 (508) 230-8888 |
Irish, Pub | • Honey Hot Tenders • French Onion Soup • Steak Tip Salad • Nachos Grande • Roasted Butternut Squash & Apple Bisque • Parmesan Truffled Potato Chips • Roasted Pumpkin, Apple, & Cranberry Pizza with Chicken • Texas BBQ Beef Brisket Sandwich |
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| Mai Place 323 Turnpike St. Canton, MA 02021 (781) 828-1200 |
Chinese, Sushi | • Honey Boneless Spareribs • Beef Teriyaki • Beef Negima • Hot & Sour Soup • Crispy Sesame Chicken • Crispy Aromatic Beef • Crispy Pan Fried Noodles |
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| Maine Diner 2265 Post Rd. Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-4441 |
Diner, Lobster | • Custom Omelette • Coconut Cream Pie • Blueberry Pancakes |
The Omelette was good but average. The Blueberry Pancakes were on the far better side of average. Not amazing tastewise, but a nice burst of blueberry flavor in each bite. The Coconut Cream Pie was so-so. Bonus points for quick and extremely friendly service. | |
| Mainely Burgers 133 Guest St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 208-8012 |
Burgers, Take-out & Fast Food | • Swiss & Shroom Burger • The Mainah Burger • Fries |
The Mainah Burger was surprisingly average. Fries too. Swiss & Shroom Burger had a nice meaty heft, and was full of mushrooms, so I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Major League Roast Beef & Wings 503 Washington St. Auburn, MA 01501 (508) 832-4300 |
Wings, Sandwiches | • The Fenway • Burger |
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| Makmak Eatery 650 Oaklawn Ave. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 944-4555 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Italian, Seafood | • Stuffed Mushrooms • Makmak & Cheese • The Burger |
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| Mallebar 15 Main St. Ext. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 747-0471 |
French, Steakhouses, Brasseries | • Onion Soup • Raclette Cheese • Roasted Honey Garlic Carrots (side) • Potato Skillet (side) |
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| Malted Barley, The 334 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 490-0300 |
Pretzels, Beer Bar, Sandwiches | • Bacon & Cheddar Pretzel w/Beer Cheese Dip • Grilled Cheese w/Asiago & Parmesan Pretzel • Steak & Cheese w/Garlic & Parsley Pretzel • House Salad |
The Bacon & Cheddar Pretzel was decent. An enoyable item to pick at even though it really didn't have a great wow-factor. Beer Cheese Dip was ok but I wanted it to be creamier. Grilled Cheese w/Asiago & Parmesan Pretzel was similarly not bad but nothing amazing. Steak & Cheese w/Garlic & Parsley Pretzel was also similarly not bad. Both of the sandwich pretzels were smaller than the individual pretzels. You won't be sad to try any of these if you're a prezel fan but I don't think you'll be pining for any of these after the fact. House Salad had a nice mix of fun ingredients and was a very enjoyable salad. Far better side of average for this one! | |
| Mamma Maria 3 North Sq. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 523-0077 |
Italian | • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Grilled Sweet Coconut Bread • Venetian-Style Tiramisu |
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| Mamma Mia's 134 Main St. Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 585-9847 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Manne's Bakery 910 Broadway Revere, MA 02151 (781) 286-7546 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Steak & Cheese Sub • Sicilian Pizza (slice) • Tiramisu • Eclair • Chocolate Cream Puff • Chocolate Cannoli • Italian Rum Cake • Lobster Tail • Brownie |
√ Steak & Cheese Sub √ Sicilian Pizza √ Eclair |
Let's start with the Steak & Cheese Sub. Definitely one of those I-don't-want-to-stop-eating-it kind of subs. Fresh soft bread, a perfect amount of cheesiness, and a flavoful and not chewy steak make this sandwich an excellent package. Also, I had the small which came on a seeded role, which was just the perfect amount..hearty and filling without overdoing it. Now the Sicilian Pizza I had to ponder for a while, but I think it was the slight spice that the pizza had which gave it an unusual bit (in a good way) for me to give it the full nod. It may not be the absolute best ever, but it was very enjoyable, and I suspect if gotten fresh out of the oven it might just be a different story (again in a good way:)). Another slight surprise was the Eclair. I can't honestly say specifically what was so good about it, but there was definitely something... My guess is that the shell was pretty soft, and the proportion of ingredients just fit really well together. Try this out and see if you agree. The Lobster Tail gets honorable mention. Pretty good for what it was, but not a standout. The Chocolate Cream Puff, Chocolate Cannoli, Tiramisu, Brownie, and Italian Rum Cake were all average. |
| Marco's Restaurant 47 Newbury St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 854-5981 |
Italian & Pizza | • Arancini • Chicken Parm • 4 Cheese Pizza • Tiramisu |
√ 4 Cheese Pizza | OMG for the 4 Cheese Pizza! I don't know if it's the thin crust or the combination of cheeses used, but this pizza was so good you will absolutely be missing out if you don't try this at some point. Highly highly recommend!! Arancini on the other hand was just ok and didn't really stand out for me. Tiramisu was the kind in a glass which I'm less a fan of, and it also didn't really speak to me flavorwise. Chicken Parm was a beast of a portion, and I'd put it on the slightly better side of average flavorwise. |
| Mare E Monti Trattoria 19 Wall St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 767-1800 |
Italian | • Arancini • Pollo Amaretto • Nutella Mousse • Tiramisu |
Arancini was very crispy but had virtually no flavor. It's like the forgot to season it. Pollo Amaretto was fairly tasty. It was very enjoyable but I wouldn't say it had the wow factor. Better side of average. Nutella Mousse, which I expected to be heavier, was actually surprisingly lite! I'd recommend if you're a true Nutella-holic. I put it on the far better side of average, but this will definitely satisty any chocolate cravings. Tiramisu was good but not a standout. Better side of average. | |
| Margaritas 10006 Shops Way Northboro, MA 01532 (508) 466-2200 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Chain | • Beef Nachos Cowabunga • Churizo Queso Fundido • Taquitos • Tres Combo • Mudslide Pie • Fried Ice Cream |
√ Churizo Queso Fundido | The Churizo Queso Fundido gets the nod here. When you have the right blend of cheeses, spices, and sauces mixed together on one plate, you really can't go wrong. Each bite was just a big ol' mouthful of happy. Definitely worth a try. The Beef Nachos Cowabunga gets honorable mention. It could've used a bit more beef, but with such a solid tasty foundation of chips, I had to give it at least that. Try these and judge for yourself. The Tres Combo, the Taquitos, the Mudslide Pie, and the Fried Ice Cream were all good, but average. |
| Mariner, The 21 W. Main St. Mystic, CT 06355 (860) 536-5200 |
Seafood, American (New) | • French Onion Soup • Fried Mozzarella • Filet Mignon Tips |
French Onion Soup was a tasty dish with a nice covering of cheese. It's apparently a seasonal item but I recommend trying it if you see it. Not the best ever but quite good and hearty. Fried Mozzarella on the other hand was not very good. Had a sort of off-putting flavor to me. Recommend avoiding. Filet Mignon Tips get honorable mention for a very tasty steak tip with a flavorful marinade. | |
| Marion's Pie Shop 2022 Main St. Chatham, MA 02633 (508) 432-9439 |
Bakery, Dessert | • Chocolate Cream Pie • Brownie |
I give the Chocolate Cream Pie honorable mention. It was pretty damn tasty, but it just wasn't everything that I wanted it to be. It felt like it was missing something... Brownie was not that good. | |
| MaryAnn's Diner 29 E. Broadway Derry, NH 03038 (603) 434-5785 — Various Locations |
Breakfast, Diner | • Kitchen Sink Omelette • Potato Puffs |
A real good omelette. Decent tater tots. A hopping little diner. Can't go wrong here, but nothing amazing. | |
| Marylou's Coffee 225 Waverley Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452 (781) 749-4785 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea | • Hot Coffee • Funky Fanabla |
Funky Fanabla was pretty good for a mixed/chilled type of beverage. | |
| Marzilli's Bakery 944 Bedford St. Fall River, MA 02723 (508) 675-5551 |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Turkey Swiss Club | ||
| Masons Steakhouse 1170 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 689-8818 |
Steakhouses | • Wagyu Ravioli • Truffle Alfredo • Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Mast' 45 Province St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 936-3800 |
Pizza & Italian | • Cartoccio Napolitano • Arancine Siciliane • Pizza |
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| Mastro's Ocean Club 25 Fan Pier Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 530-1925 |
Steak & American Fine Dining | • Gorgonzola Mac & Cheese (side) | ||
| Matadora 2 Forbes Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 932-0999 |
Spanish, Tapas Bars, Steakhouses | • Basque Street Corn • Flaming Chorizo • Grass Fed Burger |
√ Basque Street Corn | Basque Street Corn was a tasty little tapas dish. It's one of the best iterations of this dish that I've tried. A nice combination of flavors and soft corn on the cob that is absolutely worth trying out! Flaming Chorizo was a fun presentation, but just ok flavorwise. Grass Fed Burger had a good quality meat, but had a pepperiness from one of the ingredients that overpowered everything else. Bonus points for the red hosuemade Sangria. |
| Matria 510 Atlantic Ave. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 217-5151 |
Italian, Cocktail Bars | • Fresh Baked Focaccia • Agnolotti del Plin • Gnocchi alla Bava • Tiramisu |
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| Maven's Delicatessen 727 East Ave. Pawtucket, RI 02860 (401) 205-8560 |
Bakeries, Delis, Bagels | • Potato Latkes • Beef Knish • Potato Kugel • Noodle Kugel • Kreplah • Reuben • Bagel & Cream Cheese |
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| Max and Leo's 325 Washington St. Newton, MA 02458 (617) 244-7200 — Various Locations |
Pizza & Wings | • The Mikey Pizza • Nachos • 3-cheese Mac & Cheese • Mozzarella Sticks |
Very decent pizza. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Nachos are really good, and different in that you can use any pizza topping to create your own, which is a really nice variant. In my sampling I'd also put these on the far better side of average. Similarly yet again, I'd also put the 3-cheese Mac & Cheese on the far better side of average. It had a nice spicy kick that didn't overwhelm, and it had a very nice balance of cheesy. Given the popularity of this place, I have a feeling that my ratings are probably lower than they should be...:) Mozzarella Sticks were on the better side of average. | |
| Max Burger 684 Bliss Rd. Longmeadow, MA 01106 (413) 798-0101 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American & Comfort Food | • Candied Bacon "Lollipops" • Grilled Cheese • Drunken Mac & Cheese • Kobe Fun Guy Burger • Onion Rings (side) |
Candied Bacon "Lollipops" were good for what they were, but I would've liked less fat on the bacon. Drunken Mac & Cheese looked good but was average. Onion Rings were nice and crispy, but very average taste-wise. Grilled Cheese also had a nice crispiness to it, and came with a small bowl of tomato soup for dipping, which was a nice surprise. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Kobe Fun Guy Burger was average. | |
| Max Downtown 185 Asylum St. Hartford, CT 06103 (860) 522-2530 |
American Fine Dining, Steak | • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Truffled Tater Tots • Chocolate Ice Cream Cake • Boston Cream Pie • Creme Brulee • Chocolate Mousse Tower |
Nothing of interest here whatsoever. Very Plain-Jane, and overpriced. | |
| Max's 405 State Rd. Dartmouth, MA 02747 (508) 996-6000 |
Burgers, Wings & Fast Food | • Full Monty Burger • Chili Cheese Fries |
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| Max's Oyster Bar 964 Farmington Ave. West Hartford, CT 06107 (860) 236-6299 |
Seafood | • Banana Cream Pie • Molten Chocolate Truffle Beignets • Dessert Wine — Nivole, Michele Chiarlo — Banyuls, M.Chapoutier |
The Banana Cream Pie was ok but nothing special, the Molten Chocolate Truffle Beignets were even less so, and no outstanding dessert wines. | |
| Max's Tavern 1000 W. Columbus Ave. Springfield, MA 01104 (413) 746-6299 |
American, Steak & Comfort Food | • Baked French Onion Soup • Hall of Fame Garlic Bread • Cheddar Whipped Potatoes (side) • Baked Mac & Cheese (side) • Tavern Chocolate Cake |
Baked French Onion Soup was hearty but just ok flavorwise. Hall of Fame Garlic Bread was on the worse side of average. Long sticks of bread with barely any garlic flavor. Cheddar Whipped Potatoes had no cheddar notes whatsoever. Baked Mac & Cheese was very average. Tavern Chocolate Cake was on the better side of average, mainly just for how fudgy and well balanced the flavor was. | |
| MC Perkins Cove 111 Perkins Cove Rd. Ogunquit, ME 03907 (207) 646-MCME |
American | • Mark's Mom's Corn Custard • Homemade Chocolate Pudding |
√ Homemade Chocolate Pudding | The Homemade Chocolate Pudding just gets the nod here. Not overly sweet, but very fresh chocolate and whipped cream made this one of those items that I didn't want to stop eating. Good to try if you're in the area, but note that I'm not sure if it's a permanent menu item. Mark's Mom's Corn Custard was nothing special. |
| McDonald's 55 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-4165 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | —ALMOST THE ENTIRE MENU— | √ Fries | What can you say about McDonalds... it's dependable. Or, perhaps more to the point, you know what you're getting here. I can't imagine a single person reading this who hasn't been to McDonald's at least once in their lives, so I won't go into tremendous detail. It's cheap, it's quick, it's basic, it's dependable. It's good after a long night of.."whatever"..or a quick stop on a road trip. I gave the french fries the nod because even though they're not great, you CAN pretty much count on them to be "good". And it's that consistency in primary which makes it worth the journey (not to mention that it's never ever that long a journey to find a McDonalds). Honorable mention goes to the Sweet & Sour Sauce (best of all the chains), and the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese McGriddle as a horrible-for-you guilty pleasure. |
| McKenna's Cafe 109 Savin Hill Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 825-8218 |
American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch | • Omelette • Steak Tips (side) |
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| Meat Market, The 224 Winthrop St. Winthrop, MA 02152 (617) 846-6303 |
Cafe, Meat Market | • Steak Tips • Chicken Parm |
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| Mediterranean Bar & Grill 983 County St. Taunton, MA 02780 (508) 824-9030 |
Greek, Mediterranean, American (New) | • Citrus Teriyaki Tenders • Salad w/Steak Tips • Pastichio |
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| Mediterranean Grill 2401 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 714-4450 |
Mediterranean, Persian/Iranian, Seafood | • Hummus • Persian Ice Cream |
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| Mela 578 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 859-4805 |
Indian & Eclectic | • Mela Vegetarian Platter • Chicken Pakora • Chicken Chat • Tomato & Coconut Soup • Beef Coconut Curry • Sabji Jalfrazi • Vegetable Biryani • Peshawari Naan • Garlic Naan |
√ Garlic Naan | I'll start by saying that even though I chose the Garlic Naan as being the dish worth the journey, really all of the dishes listed here were almost at the same level of enjoyment, and thus receive honorable mention! Pretty much each had the quality in which I didn't want to stop eating it. I guess the ones that were a bit closer to average were the Sabji Jalfrazi, Chicken Chat, and the Tomato & Coconut Soup. But even these were on the far better side of average. Suffice to say, a visit to this place will not be disappointing, at least with this selection of dishes. |
| Meletharb's 393 Lowell St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 245-4946 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Chocolate Chip and Nutella Ice Cream (2 scoop mix) | Pretty average. Not the best I've ever had but certainly not the worst. | |
| Mel's Commonwealth Cafe 310 E. Commonwealth Rd. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 653-7777 |
Breakfast | • The Barn Yard • Philly Steak Omelette • Chocolate Chocolate Chip Yogurt Muffin |
√ Philly Steak Omelette | A bit of a thinker on this one, but ultimately, given the yumminess of the steak, and how well it blends in with the eggs and other ingredients, I decided this was a dish worth the journey. Good quality meat, no gristle, and very flavorful. Try it and see what you think. Also honorable mention to the Chocolate Chocolate Chip Yogurt Muffin. I wanted it to be a bit more moist, but still a pretty solid muffin experience all around. The Barn Yard was also pretty good, but I felt that the hollandaise sauce detracted from the dish rather than added a good flavoring to it. |
| Melting Pot, The 213 Burlington Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 791-0529 — Various Locations |
Fondue, Chain | • Cheese Fondue • Chocolate Fondue |
An interesting experience at this place. You can basically either get specific dishes, or create a flight of different foods, starting with cheese fondue, then salad, then an entree (that you cook yourself at the table in a broth that you select), and then end with chocolate fondue. The food here is fine but nothing amazing. I think this is the type of place that you go to for the experience rather than the food. | |
| Menotomy Grill and Tavern 25 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 648-1775 |
American, Pub & Tavern | • Chips & Dip • Burger • Steak Tips |
All the items were fine, but fairly average. | |
| Mercantile, The 2 Mercantile St. Worcester, MA 01608 (774) 389-5180 |
American (New), Pizza, Cocktail Bars | • Chicken Potstickers • Street Corn Nachos • Asian Chicken Meatballs • Birria Quesadilla • Pepperoni Pizza • Smashburger • Braised Boneless Short Ribs • Steak Tips |
√ Smashburger | The Smashburger was the surprising standout here. I'm not sure if it was the soft fresh bun, or the flavorful beef which didn't feel like a big meat brick, but something ust really worked with this burger. Highly recommend trying this one (and adding bacon!). Street Corn Nachos was a huge portion, but not a super standout. Slightly better side of average. Braised Boneless Short Ribs had very little flavor so were not especially impressive. Chicken Potstickers were fine. Same for the Asian Chicken Meatballs. Steak Tips were fairly good. I wanted them to be saucier, but they were tasty on their own, and most importantly there were no chewy pieces, so I'd put them on the far better side of average. Pepperoni Pizza was a slightly thicker crust than I like, but it was overall pretty flavorful, so I'd also put this on the far better side of average. |
| Merchant, The 60 Franklin St. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 482-6060 |
American & Bistro | • Housemade Gnocchi • Burger |
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| Mercy Tavern 148 Derby St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 741-4436 |
Pub, Tavern & Mediterranean | • Double Patty Burger | ||
| Merengue 160 Blue Hill Ave. Roxbury, MA 02119 (617) 445-5403 |
Latin America | • Filetillo | ||
| Meridian Food Market 121 Meridian St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-9725 |
Italian, Sandwiches & Take-out | • Chicken Parm • Arancini • Steak Bomb Sub • Pizza (slice) |
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| Mestizo Modern Mexican 10 Broad Canal Way Cambridge, MA 02142 (917) 806-6393 |
New Mexican Cuisine, Latin American, Cocktail Bars | • Tetelas • Picadillo Molotes • Queso Fundido • Barbacoa Tacos • Enchilada Trio |
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| Metzy's Cantina 5 Boston Way Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 255-7347 |
Mexican | • Steak Taco • Brisket Taco |
Steak Taco was on the far better side of average. Brisket Taco was average. | |
| Mews, The 429 Commercial St. Provincetown, MA 02657 (508) 487-1500 |
Cocktail Lounge, Eclectic | • Huntsman Burger • Chocolate Pots |
The Huntsman Burger was ok but nothing special. The Chocolate Pots had an odd flavor with the ginger...so if this is an acquired tasted, I failed to acquire it. | |
| Mex Taqueria & Bar 500 Technology Sq. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 945-2503 |
Tex-Mex, Tacos, Cocktail Bars | • Hot Queso Dip • Charred Street Corn • Carne Asada Nachos Grande • Empanada • Birria Tacos |
√ Hot Queso Dip | Hot Queso Dip was the winner here. A cheesy pile of goodness that wasn't too oily and had a nice crispy cheese cover on it. The tortilla chips it comes with weren't that great, but it's still worth trying. Charred Street Corn was reasonably good. Slightly better side of average overall. Carne Asada Nachos Grande were not that great given the aforementioned tortilla chips, and the carne asada being super chewy. Empanadas had a corn covering which was nice and made it less bready, and the meat was decent. Better side of average. Birria Tacos weren't bad but I wished they were crispier. |
| MezCal 11 E. Central St. Worcester, MA 01605 (508) 926-8308 |
Mexican, Southwestern | • Golden Fried Jalepeno Rice Balls • Queso Fundido • Nachos • Steak Chimichanga |
Golden Fried Jalepeno Rice Balls had more of a mashed potato consistency rather than a rice ball. Nothing special flavorwise anyway. Queso Fundido was average. Nachos were pretty cheesy, but sadly it resulted more in an overly greasy nacho platter. Steak Chimichanga was nothing special. | |
| Mia Regazza 268 Washington St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 871-5800 — Various Locations |
Italian & Steak | • Stuffed Red Bell Pepper • Roasted Butternut Ravioli • Smoked Mozzarella Ravioli • Baked Onion Soup • Sirloin Tips • Chicken Parm |
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| Michael Jordan's 23 Cafe 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (860) 862-2300 |
Steak, American Casual | • BBQ Chicken Spring Rolls • Sweet Potato Fries • Filet Mignon Chili |
The BBQ Chicken Spring Rolls were tasty but not outstanding, same with the Sweet Potato Fries, and the Filet Mignon Chili was actually quite disappointing. | |
| Michael Jordan's Steak House 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Uncasville, CT 06382 (860) 862-8600 |
Steak, American Casual | • Mac & Cheese (side) • Garlic Bread |
The Garlic Bread was very fresh, and came with a very nice blue cheese fondue sauce. I'd put in on the far better side of average. Mac & Cheese was just average. | |
| Michael's Deli 256 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 738-3354 |
Deli, Sandwiches | • Thanksgiving Sandwich • Hot Beef Brisket Sandwich • Potato Knish • S.L.I.M.M.S. Triple Brisket • Sandy • Strawberry Fields |
Potato Knish gets honorable mention. Very tasty, but it just came off a little too heavy. Thanksgiving Sandwich was on the far better side of average, but would've been a lot better with some gravy au jus or something. Hot Beef Brisket Sandwich was similarly good, but felt like it needed a sauce of some type. Strawberry Fields was ok, but I honestly couldn't really tasty any strawberry in the bacon. Sandy was an interesting combination of ingredients, and was enjoyable, but nothing amazing. The S.L.I.M.M.S. Triple Brisket was definitely a meaty sandwich, but given that it apparently costs 3x the price of their other sandwiches, I'd recommend skipping it and just making your own creation. | |
| Mida 261 Walnut St. Newton, MA 02460 (617) 546-8010 — Various Locations |
Italian, Wine Bars, Noodles | • Arancini • Gnocchi Cacio Pepe • Short Rib Lasagna • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu |
Arancini had a nice crisp but no special wow factor. Gnocchi Cacio Pepe gets honorable mention for being fresh and pillowy, with a very nice combination of textures. I wanted it to pop a bit more, but you definitely won't be disappointed with that dish. Short Rib Lasagna was decent, but I feel like the short rib was kind of lost in the pasta. Unusual and interesting, but not amazing. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was on the far better side of average. Tiramisu had the espresso poured over it tableside, but I can't say the flavor truly spoke to me overall. | |
| Mickey's NY Pizza 9 Crystal Ave. Derry, NH 03038 (603) 552-3503 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Sandwiches, Italian | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Onion Rings • Steak Tips (side) • Tiramisu • Oreo Brownie |
Pizza was on the far better side of average. A balanced slice that was thin with a decent crust and was quite enjoyable! It didn't quite have the wow factor but you wouldn't be disappointed if you got this. Onion Rings were similarly on the far better side of average. Having a nice balance of crunch and sweetness, these were also thoroughly enjoyable. Steak Tips on the other hand were mostly chewy so I'd recommend avoiding. Tiramisu was nice but average. Oreo Brownie was a little too sweet. | |
| Midici 75 Highland Ave. Providence, RI 02914 (401) 434-8008 |
Pizza | • Pizza • Mac & Cheese • Tiramisu |
The Pizza was interesting. It was a thin crust neopolitan, which while enjoyable, didn't really give me anything super exciting beyond a nice thin crust. It was slightly al dente which was a nice touch, but flavorwise I can't give me more than the better side of average. Mac & Cheese was nice in that they used orecchiette pasta, but it just wasn't quite as creamy a dish as I would've liked. Nothing bad (at all!), just nothing overly memorable. Tiramisu was about average. | |
| Midway Restaurant 269 Washington St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 329-5575 |
American (New), Bars | • French Onion Soup • Teriyaki Steak Tips |
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| Mike & Patty's 12 Church St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 423-3447 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch | • Breakfast Grilled Crack • Robert |
Both sandwiches were good. I enjoyed the Breakfast Grilled Crack more than the Robert, but both were overall enjoyable. Worth a stop-in if you're in the area and craving a sandwich. | |
| Mike's City Diner 1714 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 267-9393 |
Breakfast, Diner | • Custom Omelette • Chocolate Chip Pancake • Pilgrim Sandwich |
Fine. Your average diner with slightly better than average food. Pancake was light and fluffy. No disappointments, but no amazements. | |
| Mike's Pastry 300 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-3050 |
Bakery, Dessert | • Chocolate Canolli • Chocolate Covered Boston Cream Puff • Rum Cake Log • Chocolate Biscotti • Chocolate Cluster • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu • Chocolate Covered Florentine Cookie • Fudge Brownie |
Oh Mike's..what happenend?? From amazing childhood memories of your heavenly pastries, you've fallen so far downhill that I don't think even Sisyphus could bring you back up. A few items were average, but the majority was even BELOW that. In addition, it was some of the worst tiramisu that I've ever had. I hate to say it, but there will be no return trips here..:( | |
| Mike's Restaurant 390 Huttleston Ave. Fairhaven, MA 02719 (508) 996-9810 |
American (Traditional), Italian, Seafood | • Steak Tips • Pizza |
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| Milano's Deli 978 Saratoga St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-6718 |
Deli, Italian & Pizza | • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Pizza (slice) |
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| Millers Tavern, The 105 Pleasant Valley St. Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 208-8521 |
New American | • Baked Bavarian Pretzels • Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders • French Onion Soup • Salad w/Steak Tips • Extra Local Burger w/Onion Rings • Pistachio Cake |
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| Minglewood Harborside 25 Rogers St. Gloucester, MA 01930 (978)281-0223 |
Sushi, Steak | • Red Wine Braised Short Ribs • Root Beer BBQ Steak Tips • Onion Rings |
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs get honorable mention. Highly enjoyable but just didn't quite pop enough flavorwise. Root Beer BBQ Steak Tips had a very subtle root beer flavor, but the tips themselves had absolutely no chewy parts, so were fairly enjoyable overall, so I'd put them on the far better side of average. Onion Rings had a very nice crunch, which they maintained for quite some time. Not overly amazing flavorwise, but I've had far worse. I'd put them on the better side of average. | |
| Miracle Of Science Bar + Grill 321 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 868-2866 |
Burgers, Pub | • Cheeseburger • Brownie |
Cheeseburger was on the slightly better side of average. Brownie was cocoa-y but not particularly flavorful. | |
| Mirasol's Cafe 439 State Rd. Dartmouth, MA 02747 (508) 432-9439 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches | • Carne Con Queso • Gaucho Breakfast Sandwich • Chippi Coffee |
Gaucho Breakfast Sandwich wasn't great, as the Chilean steak was a little too tough. Carne Con Queso wasn't bad. It had ham in it which wasn't listed on the menu but I didn't mind it. Enoyable but wish it had been a little cheesier. Chippi Coffee was tasty but a little heavy. | |
| Mission Bar & Grill 724 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 566-1244 |
Pub, Burgers | • Mission Combo • Steak Tips • Mission Burger |
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| Mission Beach House 400 Ocean Ave. Revere, MA 02151 (781) 629-7242 |
American (New), Bars | • Arancini • Short Rib Empanada • Short Rib Tacos |
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| Mission Boathouse 1 Water St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 720-8333 |
Venues & Event Spaces, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch | • Hot Dog Panini • Short Rib Empanada |
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| Mission Oak Grill 26 Green St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 463-9009 |
Steak | • Short Rib Empanadas • Beef Skewers • Mac & Cheese • French Onion Soup • Steak Tips • Smores Brownie • Pot Au Chocolat |
The Short Rib Empanadas , Beef Skewers, and Mac & Cheese were all on the far better side of average. French Onion Soup, Steak Tips, and the Smores Brownie were just average. The Pot Au Chocolat was not that good. | |
| Mission on the Bay 141 Humphrey St. Swampscott, MA 01907 (781) 691-9277 |
American, Steak & Seafood | • Short Rib Empanadas | ||
| Mistral 223 Columbus Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 867-9300 |
Eclectic, Bistro | • Mistral Black Burgundy Truffle Macaroni with Madeira & Parmesan • French Style Onion Soup in a Gruyere Pastry Crust • Macaroon Assortment • Chocolate Pot du Créme (Bar) |
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| MMMac N' Cheese 1 Faneuil Hall Market Pl. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 523-4622 |
Comfort Food, Take-out | • Bacon Mac & Cheese | Not amazing but very solid, I'd put it on the far better side of average. | |
| Modern Pastry 257 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 523-3783 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Dessert | • Rum Baba • Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Cream Cannoli • Chocolate Ganache Cake • Chocolate Mousse Slice • Eclair • Sfogliatella • Tiramisu • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Dipped Biscotti • Florentine Cookie • Pignoli Cookie • Seeded Cookie • Savoy Pastry • Lobster Tail • Paragina • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Chocolate Cream Pie • Banana Cream Pie |
√ Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Cream Cannoli √ Chocolate Chip Cookie √ Lobster Tail |
The Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Cream Cannoli is worth the journey here. It definitely met the "didn't want to stop eating it" criteria, and was just a great combination on all fronts, probably because they are always freshly filled. The Chocolate Chip Cookie was also worth the journey, and for mostly similar reasons. The Lobster Tail rounds out the worthwhile selections here. I'm fairly sure this is the biggest tail that I've seen to date, and it also has a perfect crispiness to flavorful filling ratio, without being overly heavy on the ricotta. Definitely worth getting, as it will also last you for a couple of days (potentially...). The Pignoli Cookie gets honorable mention. While no amazing wow factor unlike the last 2 items, it was still very tasty and enjoyable. Seeded Cookie was basically just a butter cookie covered in sesmae seeds. Average. The Rum Baba basically tastes just like you're sinking your teeth into a shot of rum in every bite. If you're a fan of that, you'll probably enjoy this. The Eclair was good, but the shell could've been a little softer. Probably amazing when they're freshly filled. Chocolate Ganache Cake, Sfogliatella, Chocolate Dipped Biscotti, Florentine Cookie, Savoy Pastry, Paragina, Dark Chocolate Truffle, and Chocolate Mousse Slice were average. Tiramisu, surprisingly, was not very good. I really wanted both the Chocolate Cream Pie and the Banana Cream Pie to be worth the journey, but it was one of those rare occassions where they were just a bit too sweet for their own good. But, I give them both honorable mention as they were still quite yummy and enjoyable, but you won't want more than one slice. |
| Modern Rotisserie, The 244 Needham St. Newton, MA 02464 (617) 558-9966 |
Chicken, Comfort Food & Take-out | • Hot Dog in a Blanket • Warm Baked Pretzels & Mustard • Cheez it Mac & Cheese (side) • Cornbread Stuffing (side) • Blue Cheese & Cranberry Cole Slaw (side) • Potatoes Au Gratin • Triple Chocolate Pudding • Banana Pudding • Butterscotch Pudding • Coconut Cream Pudding |
√ Potatoes Au Gratin | The Potatoes Au Gratin somehow just worked incredibly well. I believe it was the super thin slice of the potatoes that made this an amazing. Frankly there was a little too much onioniness to it, but that was so overshadowed by the yumminess of the rest of it that it didn't even matter. Hot Dog in a Blanket was on the slightly better side of average. I think it would've been better with cheese sauce. Warm Baked Pretzels & Mustard was exactly that, but was nice that it was covered with cheese. Cheez it Mac & Cheese was not particularly good. Cornbread Stuffing was about average. Blue Cheese & Cranberry Cole Slaw was on the slightly worse side of average as far as flavor combinations go. As far as the 4 puddings that I sampled, the Butterscotch Pudding gets honorable mention for having a spot on flavor with a nice textural addition of chocolate chips. The other 3 were average. |
| Moe's Southwest Grill 831 Main St. Waltham, MA 02452 (781) 788-6637 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Fast Food | • Steak Burrito • Nachos |
Both the Steak Burrito and the Nachos get honorable mention. They weren't amazing, but were absolutely enjoyable (within the realm of fast food), and I would definitely get them both again. Not particularly impressed with any of the salsa choices though. | |
| MoJo's West End Tavern 95 Brewery Ln. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 436-6656 |
Bbq, Take-out | • Chili Cheese Fries • Beef Brisket Combo • Cornbread • Mac & Cheese (side) |
The Beef Brisket gets honorable mention. I was very much on the fence about it for some time, but ultimately it just didn't have that amazing wow-factor that I was looking for. Still worth a stop in if you're in the neighborhood anyway. Chili Cheese Fries and cornbread were below average. Mac & Cheese was very cheesy, but not that well spiced. | |
| Molinari's 789 Adams St. Dorchester, MA 02124 (617) 825-1700 |
Pizza & Italian | • Arancini • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Mom & Pops Burgers 1603 Main St. Chatham, MA 02633 (774) 840-4144 |
Burgers, Filipino, Beer Bar | • Cheeseburger • Fries • Chicken Tenders |
Cheeseburger was on the far better side fo average. A good solid burger that is somewhat customizable, that while not amazing, was very enjoyable. You won't be sad checking this out. Fries were ok. Chicken Tenders were nice and crunchy, with big hunks of meat. That said, I put them on the slightly better side of average flavorwise. | |
| Monica's 143 Richmond St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 227-0311 |
Italian | • Crespelle Ai Funghi • Tortelli Di Zucca • Tiramisu |
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| Monte's Restaurant 141 Eastern Ave. Lynn, MA 01902 (781) 599-0478 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Garlic Bread with Cheese & Bacon • Teriyaki Steak Tips |
All items were good but average. | |
| Monteverdi 40 Edwin H Land Blvd. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 806-4100 |
Italian, Bars, Pizza | • Pepperoni Flatbread • Tiramisu |
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| Montien 63 Stuart St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 338-5600 |
Thai, Asian | • Beef Satay • Spring Rolls • Vegetable Tempura • Crispy Chicken |
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| Montilio's 638 Adams St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 472-5500 — Various Locations |
Bakery | • Chocolate Biscotti • Hostess Cupcake • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Tiramisu • Rum Cake • Chocolate Cake • Lobster Tail • Eclair • Chocolate Mousse |
All items were on the better side of average, but really no standouts. | |
| Monument Restaurant and Tavern 251 Main St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 337-5191 |
American, Tavern & Pub | • Arancini Carbonara • Mexican Street Corn • Butterscotch Pudding |
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| Moogy's Breakfast And Sandwich Shop 154 Chestnut Hill Ave. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 254-8114 |
Breakfast, Sandwiches | • Phat Philly Wrap • Corn Dog • Chili Cheese Fries |
Phat Philly Wrap was fine but the ingredients seemed disproportioned. Chili Cheese Fries on the other hand were very well proportion to each other, however I can't really say the flavor was particularly standout anyway. Corn Dog was also average. | |
| Moonshine 152 152 Dorchester Ave. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 752-4191 |
American Casual, Late Night & Brunch | • Throwback Korean BBQ Tacos • Butterscotch Pudding • Tater Tot Poutine (Br) |
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| Moonshine Alley 52 Pine St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 861-0001 |
Bars, Southern, Venues & Event Spaces | • Southern Chili Nachos • Nashville Naan • Maple Teriyaki Chicken Tenders • Short Rib Grilled Cheese • Bourbon Steak Tips • Solo Cup Sundae |
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| Mooo 86 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01821 (781) 270-0100 — Various Locations |
Steak, Seafood | • Japanese Wagyu Beef Dumplings • Burger • Truffled Parm Fries (side) • Creamed Corn (side) • Tater Tots (side) • Panko Crusted Onion Rings (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Banana's Foster |
√ Burger | The Burger was ridiculously good. Meat that basically falls apart in your mouth when you're eating it. One of the best I've had. Japanese Wagyu Beef Dumplings were fine but I really honestly can't tell the big difference of Wagyu versus say Angus beef. Mac & Cheese was on the better side of average. A balanced dish that while not amazing, won't disappoint. Truffled Parm Fries were on the better side of average. Same for the Panko Crusted Onion Rings. Creamed Corn was fine. The Tater Tots were nice and fluffy, and I'd put those on the better side of average. Banana's Foster was basically a split in half banana, torched, with ice cream on top. Fine, but not really a big standout. |
| Mortadella Head 20 College Ave. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 996-6680 |
Italian, Delis, Pizza | • Fried Mozz • Lasagna Sticks • Steak & Cheese Sub • Pizza (slice) |
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| Morton's 2 Seaport Ln. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 526-0410 |
Steak, American | • Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella • Baked Five Onion Soup • Thick Cut Onion Rings (side) • Baked Corn Souffle (side) • Smoked Gouda & Bacon Au Gratin Potatoes (side) • Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse • Morton's Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake • Miniature Prime Cheeseburger Trio (Bar) • Petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches (Bar) |
Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella was a little salty (as you might expect), but I'd put it on the slightly better side of average. Thick Cut Onion Rings had a really nice crunch, and the truffle aioli that came with them complimented perfectly! I'd put them on the far better side of average. Petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches came as 4 tiny pieces of meat between bread. Frankly, I'd recommend either eating these without the bread, OR possible just going Filet Mignon straight up... Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse was good but I think it would've been far better as dark chocolate. Still, given it's amazing consistency I think I'd still recommend sampling this if you're here already. | |
| Mothership 125 Cambridge Park Dr. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 665-5899 |
New American, Cocktail Bars, Salad | • Chicken Tendies | ||
| Mount Vernon Restaurant & Pub 14 Broadway Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 666-4805 |
Seafood, Pub | • Cordon Bleu Nuggets • French Onion Soup • Steak Tips • Chocolate Pudding |
All items were good but average. | |
| Mousie's Deli Sandwiches 1619 Warwick Ave. Warwick, RI 02889 (401) 737-3696 |
Sandwiches, Deli & Comfort Food | • Steak & Cheese • Thanksgiving Sandwich |
I'm not sure what all the hype is about (locally)... I thought both sandwiches were quite average. | |
| Moxy 106 Penhallow St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 319-8178 |
American & Tapas | • Moxy Bread • Beef Short Rib Marmalade • Grass Fed Beef Burger Sliders • Ice Cream Trio |
Moxy Bread was a little odd tasting. I guess it's supposed to be bruschetta, but something was just off. Beef Short Rib Marmalade was a lot of meat on a small sliver of bread, but was just ok tastewise. Grass Fed Beef Burger Sliders get honorable mention for having a very nice combination of flavors with a flavorful cut of meat. Ice Cream Trio had a nice unusual combination of flavors, and really, you can't go wrong with ice cream. The flavors always change, but will probably be worth trying if they are all similar to what I had! | |
| Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage 1246 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 354-6559 |
Burgers | • Custom Burger • ½ & ½ Basket of Fries/Rings • S'mores Frappe |
Custom Burger was on the better side of average. It was a meaty burger, but not overly flavorful (and quite messy). Fries/Rings were fine but average. S'mores Frappe was good but nothing special. | |
| Mr. Crepe 51 Davis Sq. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 623-0661 — Various Locations |
Dessert, Fast Food | • Nutella, Dark Chocolate, Banana, and Coconut Crepe • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
The cookie was good but average overall. I feel like this crepe might be better chilled/cold, but it was certainly tasty for what it was. I'd give this place honorable mention as it's worth a pass-by/stop-in, but I can't say it's specifically worth the journey. | |
| Mr. Mac's 497 Hooksett Rd. Manchester, NH 03104 (603) 606-1760 |
Comfort Food | • Cheese Please Mac • Papa's Mac • Philly Cheese Steak Mac |
A tough call on this one. On the one hand, I really like that the dish you get is FULLY customizable, so can create a mac entirely of your own choosing. That being said, the 3 plates that I sampled were definitely good (Philly Cheese Steak Mac more so than the other 2), but they still felt a bit bland. I think what this mac really needs is more of a cheesy sauce, which seems to be the one thing this menu doesn't have... Still, probably won't be disappointed if you stop in. | |
| Mr. Sippy BBQ 184 S. Main St. Rochester, NH 03867 (603) 403-4780 |
BBQ | • Deviled Eggs • Texas Twinkie • Brisket Plate with Potato Salad, Mac & Cheese, and Cornbread |
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| Mrs. Murphy's Donuts 538 College Hwy. Southwick, MA 01077 (413) 569-9076 |
Donuts | • Boston Cream Donut • Chocolate Donut |
I liked the Boston Cream Donut better than the Chocolate Donut, as it was a softer consistency, but I can't say either particularly impressed me... | |
| MT's Local Kitchen & Wine Bar 212 Main St. Nashua, NH 03060 (603) 595-9334 |
Bistro, International | • French Onion Soup • Steak & Pepperoni Pizza • Tiramisu |
French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average. Nothing amazing, just a nice hearty bowl of onion soup. Steak & Pepperoni Pizza was fine, but better on paper. Tiramisu was not particularly good. | |
| Muddy River Smokehouse 70 Rt. 108 Newfields, NH 03856 (603) 583-5213 |
BBQ | • Smoked Turkey Combo • Brisket Combo • Smoked Cheddar Mac (side) • Brisket Baked Beans (side) • Old Bay Potato Salad (side) • Banana Pudding |
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| Muffin House Cafe 116 Main St. Medway, MA 02053 (508) 533-6655 — Various Locations |
Bakery & Breakfast | • Blueberry Muffin • Double Chocolate Chip Muffin • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Oreo Brownie • Eclair • Hostess Cupcake • Bacon Egg & Cheese on Asiago Bagel • Coffee • Everything Wrap • Thanksgiving Wrap • Classic Ham & Cheese Panini • Grilled 3 Cheese Panini |
Both muffins were on the slightly better side of average tastewise, but were both very large so you certainly won't be hungry after eating one. Chocolate Chip Cookie was similarly huge, but again about average tastewise. Oreo Brownie was interesting but didn't really speak to me. Eclair had nice filling and chocolate, but the shell was not very good. Hostess Cupcake was fine. Bacon Egg & Cheese on Asiago Bagel was fine, though the bagel was a little bready. Coffee was coffee. Everything Wrap was huge! It wasn't anything outstanding flavorwise, but it's easily enough for two meals. A nice choice for a sandwich. Thanksgiving Wrap was similarly large but I didn't find it quite as good. Classic Ham & Cheese Panini was fine but average. Grilled 3 Cheese Panini was actually on the far better side of average, with a nice melty cheesy fresh from the press, but it just didn't pop as much as I wanted it to. | |
| Munich Haus 13 Center St. Chicopee, MA 01013 (413) 594-8788 |
German | • Bavarian Pretzel • Munich Sampler • Chicken Riesling • Schnitzel Sampler • Hungarian Goulash Soup • Spatzle (side) • Bavarian Apple Strudel |
Bavarian Pretzel was on the better side of average. Soft and reasonably flavorful, but it just didn't pop as much as I would've liked it to. A cheese sauce might've helped. Munich Sampler was fine. If I had to pick one item over the rest I'd probably choose the Pierogi's. Chicken Riesling was better on paper. It was ok but would've been a little better with more sauce. The Schnitzel Sampler was probably the best of the items tried. I'd go so far as to give it the far better side of average. This place has a large variety of schnitzel's but the sampler is a specific 3 of those. Order this to get the idea of how these work, and if you're a fan and in the area, you can try some others. Hungarian Goulash Soup was interesting but it didn't really speak to me. Still, maybe a nice cold weather dish. Spatzle was fairly good but honestly I wasn't quite sure what to make of it. It was sort of like pasta rice (ish), but was reasonably enjoyable. Bavarian Apple Strudel was also fine but didn't really stand out for me. A fairly heavy dish as well. | |
| Murdick's Fudge 79 Main St. Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 (508) 693-7344 |
Chocolate/candy | • Double Chocolate Fudge | Not much to this place beyond various fudge bar flavors. I'm put my sample of the better side of average. | |
| Murray's Tavern 118 Broadway Revere, MA 02151 (781) 629-6122 |
Bars | • Vietnamese Chicken Tenders • Chicken Parm Eggrolls • Double Smash Burger • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips • Cremoso Chocolato |
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| My Place By The Sea 68 Bearskin Neck Rockport, MA 01966 (978) 546-9667 |
Seafood, Outdoor Dining | • Coco Daniel • Espresso Chocolate Cake |
Coco Daniel gets honorable mention. It's this place's signature dessert and I can see why. While it didn't quite have the full wow factor, you would not be sad to end a meal with this dish. Most cake, very flavorful ice cream, all with well balanced flavors. Espresso Chocolate Cake was good but not outstanding. Honestly, this place is about the atmosphere and ocean view as much as the food. Definitey worth checking out! | |
| Myers + Chang 1145 Washington St. Boston, MA 01803 (617) 542-5200 |
Chinese & Asian | • Hot & Sour Soup • Spring Rolls • Smoked Mushroom Omelette (Br) |
All items tried were fine but nothing special. | |
| Mystic Station 139 Pleasant St. Malden, MA 02148 (781) 480-3166 |
American, Pub & Tavern | • Mystic Snack Mix • Steak Tips • Steak & Cheese • Burger • Onion Rings (side) • Bacon Beer Sundae |
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| Naco Taco 297 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 945-1548 |
Mexican & Latin America | • Steak Taco • Pepito Torta • Street Corn off the Cob |
Steak Taco was average (meat was a little too chewy). Pepito Torta was a good size sandwich, and tasted pretty good, but nothing really jumped out at me flavorwise. Still, enjoyable. Street Corn off the Cob was just ok. | |
| Naked Oyster Bistro & Raw Bar 410 Main St. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 778-6500 |
Seafood | • French Onion Soup • Parmesan Risotto (side) • Chocolate Creme Brulee • Bread Pudding • Silk Chocolate Martini |
√ French Onion Soup | OMG the French Onion Soup! This was a most unexpected and welcome find!! A very unusual flavor with the addition of apple cider, among other things. I was very sad when my soup experience ended with this amazing bowl of happy. Definitely worth the journey here. Parmesan Risotto and Bread Pudding were nothing special. Honorable mention for the Chocolate Creme Brulee, but didn't quite have the wow factor for the full nod. Silk Chocolate Martini was decent. |
| Nan's Rustic Kitchen & Market 271 Great Rd. Stow, MA 01775 (978) 616-4100 — Various Locations |
Breakfast & Brunch, Health Markets, Chicken Shop | • Breakfast Wrap • Nan's Chicken Sandwich • Farmhouse Grilled Cheese • Turkey Melt |
√ Nan's Chicken Sandwich | Nan's Chicken Sandwich is a somwhat unusual worth the journey item. It didn't have a specific amazing flavor, but it was so well put together, and so enjoyable in the overall sense, that I had to give it the full nod. Especially in comparison to so many of the chicken sandwiches that I've sampled in the "chicken sandwich wars". Regardless, if you get this, you may not be wowed, but you definitely won't be disappointed. The Farmhouse Grilled Cheese was fine, but I didn't really love the combination of cheeses used. Turkey Melt was similarly fine, but didn't really stand out to me. Breakfast Wrap was hefty but really not that good. |
| Nancy Chang 372 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 01602 (508) 752-8899 |
Chinese, Healthy | • Hot & Sour Soup • Crispy Szechuan Beef w/Boneless Spareribs & Beef Teriyaki • Orange Flavored Beef w/Vegetable Spring Roll and Beef Santa Fe |
Hot & Sour Soup was on the far better side of average. Both the Crispy Szechuan Beef and the Orange Flavored Beef tasted oddly similar, which to say they were fine, and enjoyable, but nothing too special. Boneless Spareribs were a little too greasy for my taste. Beef Teriyaki actually gets honorable mention and was probably the best item sampled. While I wish it had popped a little more, it was not too tough and was well marinated. Vegetable Spring Roll was on the slightly better side of average but was generally enjoyable. Beef Santa Fe was unusual, but nothing too special flavorwise. | |
| Napolitano's 294 Atwells Ave. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 273-2080 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Pizza (slice) • Onion Rings • Steak & Cheese Sub |
The pizza was very enjoyable, but I can't say it had a standout flavor. A nice thin crust with good spices, but I just can't give it more than the far better side of average. Still, no real disappointments. Onion Rings were super crispy, and nice size ring, but didn't really have any real flavor. The Steak & Cheese Sub was interesting in that the bread seemed to be almost a french bread style baguette, meaning that it seemed like it was way more crispy than you'd want in a steak & cheese sub, which was unfortunate because the actual meat was very good! I'm not sure if there is a different bread option here, but if so I'd recommend trying this out in like a wrap or something so that that yummy steak and cheese flavor can shine! | |
| Nebo 520 Atlantic Ave. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 723-6326 |
Pizza, Wine Bar | • Arancini • Scamorza E Prosciutto • Quattro Formaggi Pizza |
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| Neighborhood Kitchen 84 Spring St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 391-9000 |
Chicken Wings, Asian Fusion, Caribbean | • Vegetable Rangoons • NK Fried Spring Rolls • Side Flexx Mac & Cheese • Asian Sesame and Scallion Waffles • Haitian Spaghetti • Steak Tips (Add-On) • Hazelnut Chocolate Cake |
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| Neroli 282 Washington St. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 375-2594 |
Italian, Seafood | • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
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| New Bridge Cafe 650 Washington Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150 (617) 884-0134 |
Steak, American Casual | • Mozzarella Sticks • Steak Tips • House Rice (side) • Steak Fries (side) |
To my great surprise and disappointment, the highly praised steak tips were really not that great at all! Very average to almost below average. The Mozzarella Sticks, House Rice, and Steak Fries were also all very average. | |
| New City Microcreamery 28 Main St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 333-7144 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream & Coffee & Tea | • Chocolate Ice Cream | Chocolate Ice Cream was fluffier than "normal", but I wouldn't call it a standout flavor. | |
| New Deal Fruit Inc. 920 Broadway Revere, MA 02152 (781) 284-9825 |
Sandwiches, Deli & Italian | • Steak Teriyaki Sub • Onion Rings |
Steak Teriyaki Sub gets honorable mention. I wanted it to be chessier, but it a had a nice flavor, if a tad salty. Onion Rings were average. | |
| New England Soup Factory 244 Needham St. Newton, MA 02464 (617) 558-9966 |
Soup, Comfort Food | • Butternut Squash Barley & Cranberry Soup • Corn & Roasted Red Pepper Chowder • Chili con Carne • Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies • Chunky Chocolate Chip |
√ Soup | I classify this worth the journey somewhat generically, mainly due to the 3 sopus that I sampled being outstanding, but given the popularity that I know this place has, I feel it would be safe to assume that you probably won't go wrong with any soup selection (most of which change daily). If you're feeling some soup, this should be your go-to place. Cookies were both average. |
| New England Steak & Seafood 11 Uxbridge Rd. Mendon, MA 01756 (508) 478-0871 |
Steak, Seafood | • Three Cheese Nachos • French Onion Soup • Hot Apple Fritter |
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| New England's Tap House Grille 1292 Hooksett Rd. Hooksett, NH 03106 (603) 782-5137 |
Comfort Food, Tavern & Brewpub | • Tap House Chili Nachos • French Onion Soup • Poutine (side) • Tap House Salad w/Steak Tips (side) • Chocolate Ganache Guinness Cake |
Tap House Chili Nachos were on the better side of average, but I wanted a bit more cheese sauce. French Onion Soup was on the slightly better side of average. Poutine was average. Tap House Salad was fine, and the Steak Tips, while fairly large meaty sized pieces, surprisingly didn't really have any chewy bits. Unfortunately they didn't really have a ton of flavor either. Chocolate Ganache Guinness Cake was fine but also average. | |
| New Rivers 7 Steeple St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 751-0350 |
American Fine Dining, Bistro | • New Rivers Burger • Dark Chocolate Budino |
The New Rivers Burger was fairly meaty, but didn't really speak to me as anything outstanding. Still, better side of average. Dark Chocolate Budino was nothing special. | |
| New World Tavern, The 56 Main St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 927-4250 |
American, Pub & Tavern | • Nacho Average Nachos • Chourizo Stuffed Medjool Dates • Don Juan Burger • Pizzetta • New World Grilled Cheese • Brownie |
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| New York Bagel Co. 1572 President Ave. Fall River, MA 02720 (508) 677-4767 — Various Locations |
Bagels | • Asiago Cheese Bagel with Sundried Tomato Spread | √ Asiago Cheese Bagel | The Asiago Cheese Bagel was super fresh, soft, and tasty, and paired very well with the cream cheese. It's pretty much exactly what you'd want a bagel to be. I look forward to sampling more bagels from this place in the future. |
| Nick's Nest 1597 Northampton St. Holyoke, MA 01040 (413) 532-5229 |
Hot Dog | • Chili Cheese Dog • Homemade Baked Beans |
The actual hot dog portion of this Chili Cheese Dog was tasteless to the point of almost being vile. That being said, the bun was nice and soft, and the chili and cheese was fairly good. The Homemade Baked Beans were not very good. Definitely NOT worth the journey. | |
| Nick's Roast Beef 139 Dodge St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 922-9075 |
Sandwiches, Burgers, American (Traditional) | • Super Beef on Onion Roll | ||
| Nikki's Banh Mi Shop 697 Islington St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 431-5445 |
Vietnamese, Sandwiches & American Casual | • Korean BBQ Beef Banh Mi • Egg Rolls |
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| Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub 110 South St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 893-4999 — Various Locations |
Pub, Chain | • Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls • French Onion Soup • Broccoli & Cheddar Soup • Cream of Tomato Basil Soup • Chicken & Corn Chowder • Tropical Chicken Salad • Typhoon Chicken Stir Fry • Philly Steakburger • Belgian Chocolate Cheesecake |
The French Onion Soup was NOT good. The Broccoli Cheddar & the Chicken Corn chowder were average. The Cream of Tomato Basil was actually surprisingly decent! I wouldn't call it worth the journey, but it certainly gets the honorable mention as the item to try at this restaurant. The Philly Steakburger sounds better than it is unfortunately. A little too chewy. The Belgian Chocolate Cheesecake is also pretty flavorless. The Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls were average. The Typhoon Chicken Stir Fry was decent, but could've been a lot better with the right sauce. The Tropical Chicken Salad was not that good. | |
| Noir 1 Bennett St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 661-8010 |
Cocktail Lounge | • Mixed Nuts • Blue Cheese Tart • Mac & Cheese • Mushroom Flatbread • Warm Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie • Boston Cream Pie |
Mixed Nuts were nothing special. Blue Cheese Tart was decent. It was like a mini slice of quiche, which I frankly wished was a bit bigger. Warm Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie was too dense for it's own good. Felt like a brick in my stomach. Mushroom Flatbread was surprisingly tasty, mostly from the softness of the bread. I believe it may have been Naan bread. I'd put it on the better side of average. Boston Cream Pie was not very good. | |
| Noodles & Company 333 N. Main St. W. Hartford, CT 06117 (860) 206-9986 — Various Locations |
American, Asian & Italian | • Alfredo MontAmore • Japanese Pan Noodles • Pad Thai • Bangkok Curry • Steak Stroganoff • Indonesian Peanut Saute • Wisconsin Cheesesteak |
The Japanese Pan Noodles, while not being particularly saucy (which is usually a detriment), was actually pretty tasty. Even the steak, which had some chewy pieces, was actually quite flavorful in the pieces that were not. The parmesan crusted chicken breast in the Pad Thai was really tasty, even more so than the steak I think. Otherwise the dish was on the slightly better side of average. Bangkok Curry was not particularly exciting. Wisconsin Cheesesteak was average. Alfredo MontAmore was EXTREMELY average. Indonesian Peanut Saute was somewhat spicy and had no peanuts at all. Not a fan. Steak Stroganoff was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Noon Hill Grill 530 Main St. Medfield, MA 02052 (508) 359-9155 |
Grill, Pub | • Short Rib Spring Rolls • Toasted Ravioli • Quesadilla • Medfield Tracks Burger • Mud Pie • Sophia's Chocolate Chip Cookies |
√ Mud Pie | The Mud Pie had the perfect mix of ice creamy flavors and crushed oreo goodness. This is definitely the dessert to get here! The Short Rib Spring Rolls get honorable mention. Very tasty, but didn't quite have the wow factor. Toasted Ravioli was average. Medfield Tracks Burger was on the better side of average, but just slightly. Quesadilla was very average. Sophia's Chocolate Chip Cookies were very average. |
| North 26 26 North St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 523-3600 |
Seafood, New England | • Turkey Panini • Boston Cream Pie |
Turkey Panini was good but nothing to exciting. Boston Cream Pie was a little on the dry side but still not bad overall. | |
| North Street Grille 229 North St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 720-2010 |
American | • Sweet & Salty Mac & Cheese • Custom Omelette w/Boston Cream Pancake • Corned Beef Hash (side) • Short Rib Hash (side) |
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| Northampton Brewery 11 Brewster Court Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 584-9903 |
Brewpub | • Ultimate Brewhouse Nachos • Brewhouse Pretzel Bites • Pizza • Black Cat Chocolate Stout Cake |
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| Northern Spy 4 Rolling Mill Wy. Canton, MA 02021 (781) 989-1850 |
Burgers, Bars, American (Traditional) | • French Onion Pub Cheese • Braised Beef Flatbread • Macaroni & Cheese 'Gratin' • Brewis Sundae • Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake |
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| Nosh Kitchen Bar 551 Congress St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 553-2227 |
Sandwiches, Burgers | • Cheeseburger • Bacon Dusted Fries • Fried Cheese Curds • Nachos |
Cheeseburger had very little flavor. Fried Cheese Curds were fine. Nachos had a cheese whiz type deal on them that was barely there and not especially flavorful. Bacon Dusted Fries get honorable mention for being incredibly crispy and flavorful, even if they didn't quite have the wow factor. If you're going to try them, I recommend getting with a side of smoked tomato bbq sauce. | |
| Not Your Average Joe's 305 Main St. Acton, MA 01720 (978) 635-0101 — Various Locations |
Pizza, American Casual | • Crispy Asian Chicken Rolls • Smoked Mozzarella & Ricotta Fritters • Sirlion Tips • Pizza • Fries • Peanut Butter Thing |
The Smoked Mozzarella & Ricotta Fritters get honorable mention. Just on the cusp, but a tasty enough treat that it would be worth getting if you're eating here. The Crispy Asian Chicken Rolls and Fries were good but nothing special. The Sirlion Tips were just bad. Chewy and mostly flavorless. The Pizza was unusual, but dry and not that good. The Peanut Butter Thing was also tasty, but just didn't wow me enough, even for honorable mention. | |
| Novara 556 Adams St. Milton, MA 02186 (617) 696-8400 |
Italian & Pizza | • Gorgonzola Tortellini • Arancini • Chicken Parm Meatballs |
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| O'Connor's 1160 W. Boylston St. Worcester, MA 01606 (508) 853-0789 |
Irish, Pub | • Sweet Potato Fries with Maple Dipping Sauce • Brendan's "Now Legendary" Irish Potato Pizza • "Lucey's" Corned Beef Shillelagh Sticks • Traditional French Onion Soup • "Grown-Up" Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup • Rye Red Reuben • Chicken Soprano • New England Roast Stuffed Turkey Dinner • Sticky Toffee Apple Pudding • Irish Bread & Raisin Pudding |
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| O'Hara's Food & Spirits 1185 Walnut St. Newton, MA 02465 (617) 965-6785 |
American & Pub | • Pretzel Bites • Steak Tips • Pizza • Boston Cream Pie |
Pretzel Bites were average. Steak Tips were on the worse side of average as they were a little chewy and not that flavorful. Pizza was on the slightly better side of average, mostly for the thin-crust. Boston Cream Pie was large but dry. | |
| Oak Barrel Tavern 528A Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 261-5509 — Various Locations |
American Casual, American & Brewpub | • Chili • Onion Rings • Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese w/Chicken Tenders |
√ Onion Rings | Onion Rings just get the nod here. A nice balance of crispy and flavorful, just the type of rings that you want to pick at while sitting at the bar. Not the best ever but very tasty. Chili gets honorable mention here as well. It was a little more watery than I would've liked, but I bet this would be an excellent chili on top of nachos. Steak Tips were very average and slightly chewy. As to the Mac & Cheese w/Chicken Tenders, the tenders were actually fairly tasty and ended up being the better part of this dish. If you're gonna try, I recommend just getting the tenders by themselves and avoiding the very plain mac & cheese. |
| Oak Craft Pizza 2 Cellu Dr. Nashua, NH 03063 (603) 521-8452 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Salad | • Pizza | ||
| Oak House 110 Main St. Newmarket, NH 03857 (603) 292-5893 |
Salad, Burgers, Chicken Wings | • Street Corn Fries • Beastro Burger • Brisket Grilled Cheese |
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| Oak Long Bar + Kitchen 138 St. James Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 585-7222 |
Bars, New American | • Burger • Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Oath Craft Pizza 180 Linden St. Wellesley, MA 02482 (781) 591-8228 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom ½ Pizza | Pizza was on the far better side of average. It's nice that they offer ½ pies, which basically equates to about 1 good sized slice (even though they still charge about $6 for it). Crispy thin crust, but not memorably flavorful. Still, no disappointments. | |
| Ocean Prime 140 Seaport Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 670-1345 |
Steak, Seafood & American Fine Dining | • French Onion Soup • Smoked Gouda Tater Tots (side) • Truffle Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Oceanaire Seafood Room 40 Court St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 742-2277 |
Seafood, Chain | • Hash Brown (side) • Triple Smoked Bacon Steak (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Dessert |
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| Off The Hook 1269 Sea St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 481-2293 |
Seafood, BBQ | • Dock Fries • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips |
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| Off The Rails 90 Commercial St. Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 304-6411 |
Southern, Music Venues | • Baked Pimento Dip • Gas Station Eggs • Chicken Fried Tenders • Jam Burger • Brisket Bomb • Truffled Cream Corn (side) • Cornbread (side) • Bread Pudding • Banana Pudding |
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| Oggi Gourmet 30 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 492-6444 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Deluxe Oggi Burger • Smoked Turkey Club • Pizza |
√ Pizza | The Pizza is the star here. Simple thin crust, yet with just the right balance that makes you not want to stop eating it. Highly recommend a stop into this place (or order for take out). Deluxe Oggi Burger was good but average. Smoked Turkey Club seemed to actually be made with roast turkey, so was somewhat disappointing. Still, stick with the pizza and you won't be sorry:) |
| Ogie's Trailer Park 1155 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02902 (401) 383-8200 |
Sandwiches, Comfort Food & American Casual | • Southern Rhody Fried Chicken Sandwich • Mac & Cheese Croquettes • Grilled Cheese w/Apple • Tots All The Way |
√ Southern Rhody Fried Chicken Sandwich | Southern Rhody Fried Chicken Sandwich was an amazingly good chicken sandwich. It's coated with Cool Ranch Doritos, but it's really the combination of the flavors that works amazingly well. Stop by and try this sandwich next time you're in RI. You will NOT be disappointed! Grilled Cheese w/Apple was on the better side of average, but was a bit bready. Tots All The Way were on the slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese Croquettes were average. |
| Oishii Boston 1166 Washington St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 482-8868 |
Sushi, Japanese | • Green Tea Layer Cake | Green Tea Layer Cake was an interesting dessert in terms of texture. There were like 20 layers, and definitely a green tea flavor, but I can't quite say it sang to me flavorwise. | |
| Old Grist Mill Tavern, The 390 Fall River Ave. Seekonk, MA 02771 (508) 336-8460 |
Seafood, Bars, New American | • French Onion Soup • Turkey Dinner • Mac & Cheese (side) • Carrot Cake |
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| Old School Italian Pizzeria 552 Washington St. Wellesley, MA 02482 (781) 235-8300 |
Pizza, Italian | • Pizza (slices) • Mac & Cheese Bites |
Pizza was on the far better side of average. Had a real nice crisp, but not outstanding flavorwise. Mac & Cheese Bites were very average. | |
| Olde Magoun's Saloon 518 Medford St. Somerville, MA 02142 (617) 776-2600 |
Comfort Food, Burgers | • Jumbo Pretzel • Smoked Turkey & Swiss Press • Onion Rings (side) • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Chicken & Lemongrass Potstickers • Chili • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips |
Jumbo Pretzel was fine but nothing special. Smoked Turkey & Swiss Press was average. Onion Rings were similarly average. Chili was hearty and generally enjoyable, but no great wow factor. Chicken & Lemongrass Potstickers were similarly enjoyable, but I wish the dipping sauce they came with a little thicker. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were just ok. Mac & Cheese was fairly average, but the accompanying Steak Tips had a really nice marinade and no chewy pieces. I put them on the far better side of average. | |
| Olde Main Street Pub 121 Essex St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-8188 |
Pub & Tavern | • Smoked Gouda and Goat Cheese Fritters • Steak Tips • Burger • Bread Pudding |
Smoked Gouda and Goat Cheese Fritters were an interesting combination of cheeses, but I can't say the overall flavor spoke to me. Steak Tips were completely flavorless. Burger had a nice soft bun, but the overall burger was average. Bread Pudding was average. | |
| Oleana 134 Hampshire St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 661-0505 |
Mediterranean, Outdoor Dining | • Baked Alaska | Let me start by disclaiming that this dish is not typically in my wheelhouse, so it makes it a bit harder to judge comparatively. That said, the Baked Alaska is apparently a notable dish in this place, and it wasn't bad at all, but I can't say it was the best thing I've ever had. It was generally flavorful, and large (recommending sharing this if you're gonna get it), but it just didn't quite have that pop for me. Wonderful presentation though! | |
| Olive Garden 153 Andover St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 750-8324 — Various Locations |
Chain, Italian | • Grilled Chicken Flatbread • Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta • Minestrone • Tour of Italy • Stuffed Chicken Marsala • Pizza • Five Cheese Ziti al Forno • Ravioli di Portobello • Lasagna Fritta • Black Tie Mousse Cake • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
The Grilled Chicken Flatbread, Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta, Minestrone, Stuffed Chicken Marsala, Lasagna Fritta, and Black Tie Mousse Cake were all average. Five Cheese Ziti al Forno was just barely on the better side of average. In the Tour of Italy, the homemade lasagna was nothing special, the fettuccine alfredo was far too light on the sauce so was quite forgettable, and the chicken parmigiana was a little on the drier side, which, if you're looking for a good chicken parm is not all that good. But if you're looking for the equivalent of chicken fingers with cheese and marinara, it's actually highly enjoyable. So, I would order this parm again, but with that expectation only. Take from that what you will..:) Pizza was pretty awful. Ravioli di Portobello and Chocolate Mousse Cake were on the worse side of average. Tiramisu was actually surprisingly good...far better than I would've expected from this type of place... | |
| Olivia's Bistro 136 Adams St. Newton, MA 02458 (617) 916-0979 |
Italian & Pizza | • Pappardelle Bolognese • Tiramisu |
Pappardelle Bolognese was on the slightly better side of average. Tiramisu was fine. | |
| Olneyville N.Y. System 20 Plainfield St. Providence, RI 02909 (401) 621-9500 — Various Locations |
Hot Dog | • Hot Dog | Fairly average. I've had far better. | |
| Olo Pizza 40 Millbrook St. Worcester, MA 01606 (508) 459-1959 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza • Detroit Style Pizza (Wed & Sat) • Tiramisu |
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| On The Border 650 Bald Hill Rd. Warwick, RI 02886 (401) 262-4899 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Chain | • Ultimate Loaded Queso • Steak Grande Fajita Nachos • Chicken Empanadas • Brisket Tacos • Enchiladas Suizas • Kahlua Ice Cream Pie |
The Ultimate Loaded Queso was in essence a cheese-pool. I think it may have been the first time that I actually experienced "too much of a good thing" such that after eating about half of it, the flavor just started to overwhelm and then you just get sick of it. The nachos were ok, as was the rest in general, but nothing was particularly memorable. Kahlua Ice Cream Pie was a little too sweet. | |
| One Bistro 1125 Boston-Providence Tpke. Norwood, MA 02062 (866) 781-9888 |
American, French | • French Onion Soup • Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Braised Beef • Belgian Chocolate Mousse Stack • Cookie Plate |
√ Belgian Chocolate Mousse Stack | The Belgian Chocolate Mousse Stack definitely had the wow factor here. A perfect mix of creamy and chocolatey. I only wish the portion had been bigger! French Onion Soup was average. Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Braised Beef sounded good on paper, but not all that exciting on the plate. Cookie Plate was freshly made, but still fairly average tastewise. |
| One Eleven Chop House 111 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 799-4111 |
Steak, Seafood | • French Onion Soup • French Onion Arancini • Teriyaki Beef Skewers • Short Rib • Onion Rings (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Chocolate and Caramel Bread Pudding • Chocolate Mousse • Crispy Beef Wontons • Short Rib Crostini |
French Onion Soup gets honorable mention. A very tasty rendition, which while not getting the full nod, came very very close. A nice combination of flavors that played very well together. Short Rib was good but average. Chocolate Mousse was pretty looking, but average tastewise. French Onion Arancini seemed nice on paper but was essentially plain small arancini surrounded by french onion dip. Forgettable. Teriyaki Beef Skewers were decent but also nothing too special. Onion Rings were completely flavorless. Avoid these. Mac & Cheese was a pretty hearty portion and tasted fairly good with a four cheese blend. Better side of average. Chocolate and Caramel Bread Pudding was ok also not overly memorable. Crispy Beef Wontons weren't bad but a little doughy. Short Rib Crostini was actually pretty good to start a meal with. A nice combination of flavors that I'd put on the far better side of average! | |
| One Mighty Mill 68 Exchange St. Lynn, MA 01901 (781) 584-8648 |
Bagels, Pretzels, Cafes | • Bagel w/Cream Cheese • Quesadilla |
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| Orange Leaf 124 Broadway Suite B Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 558-5644 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Frozen Yogurt | √ Frozen Yogurt | So this place is overall just like the other bunch of frozen yogurt places that have popped up in the area lately. However, it is one of the better ones that I have tried. A good amount of toppings and a good base will probably mean you'll find a combination that you'll enjoy. |
| Orchid 7 Fusion Bar & Grill 565 High St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 326-5674 |
Caribbean, American (New) | • Burger | ||
| Ore Nells BBQ 2 Badgers Isl. Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 703-2340 — Various Locations |
American (Traditional), BBQ | • Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread • Brisket • Mac & Vermont Cheddar • Banana Pudding |
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread was enjoyable. It wasn't overly spicy which I was happy about, and I'd put it on the better side of average. The Brisket was enjoyable, even if it wasn't the most amazing ever. I'd put it on the far better side of average. Mac & Vermont Cheddar was very average. Banana Pudding had a nice little piece of flambed banana but I really wanted it to be creamier, or at least to have a little whipped cream on it. Slightly better side of average. | |
| Oregon Club 117 Oregon Rd. Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 875-9030 |
Grill, American Fine Dining | • John's Spicy Mushroom Soup • French Onion Soup |
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| Original Gourmet Brunch, The 517 Main St. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 771-2558 |
Brunch, Breakfast | • Quiche Lorraine • Custom Omelette |
Average stuff here. It's kind of like a slightly better version of Bickford's. | |
| Orinoco 22 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 232-9505 — Various Locations |
Latin America | • Datiles • Pelua • Torta Fluida |
A very tough call on the Torta Fluida. It was really tasty, but something about it just didn't quite sing to me. I'll say this though, so far, of all the times I've been on the fence, this may be the closest call I've yet to make that isn't the full nod. It's really good and chocolatey, but it just feels like it's missing something. But honorable mention definitely. Datiles were ok but too greasy, and Pelua was nothing special. | |
| Orleans 65 Holland St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 591-2100 |
New American | • Asian Chicken Dumplings • Marinated Beef Skewers • Steak Tips • Banana Bread Pudding |
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| Orta Trattoria 114 Main St. Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 936-2410 |
Italian, Pizza | • Pumpkin Sage Ravioli • Pizza • Suppli Al Telefono • Hazelnut Chocolate Torte |
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| Oscar's 380 Washington St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 686-9705 |
Bars, Gastropubs, American (Traditional) | • Fry Flight • Banoffee Pie |
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| Osteria Nino 19 3rd Ave. Burlington, MA 01821 (781) 272-1600 |
Italian & Pizza | • Fried mozzarella • Cacio E Pepe • Tiramisu • Pizza • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Chicken Parm |
√ Pizza | Pizza just makes the worth the journey bar. I had it with mushrooms and their version of pepperoni (an italian meat that I can't remember the name of but it looked pretty similar to it). It wasn't the most amazing pizza ever, but it was light, thin crust, and it definitely had the "I don't want to stop eating it" vibe. A really good appetizer to start out your meal with. Cacio E Pepe gets honorable mention. I was somewhat surprised how much I enjoyed it, but I think it was it's simplicity and freshness that really stood out for me. If you're craving a nice variant on a plate of pasta, try this one out. Chicken Parm similarly gets honorable mention. It was a nice thin cut with no chewy pieces, and even though it didn't quite pop as much as I would've liked, it was very enjoyable! Fried mozzarella was small but tasted good. Tiramisu was average. Butternut Squash Ravioli was on the worse side of average for having virtually no distinct flavor. |
| Osteria Vivo 254 Church St. Pembroke, MA 02359 (781) 924-1315 |
Italian, Wine Bars | • Chicken Parm | ||
| Otra Restaurant 303 S. Main St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 633-1313 |
Tapas/Small Plates, Iberian | • Ham Croquettes • Potato Crisps • Ham & Truffled Cheese Sandwiches |
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| Otto Pizza 1432 Mass. Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 499-3352 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | I'd give my sampling honorable mention. The crust was thin and on the crispier side, but it just didn't really stand out at all. Still, no disappointments. | |
| Ostra 1 Charles St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 421-1200 |
Seafood | • Chocolate Hazelnut Cremeux | I don't know if I've ever had a chocolate dessert that didn't taste like chocolate. It was more like eating slightly heavy air. Obviously I disclaim that this is not what this place is known for but still... | |
| Outback Steakhouse 625 Grand Union Blvd. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 628-0490 — Various Locations |
Steak, Chain | • Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad • Aussie Cheese Fries • Chocolate Thunder From Down Under® • Nutter Butter® Peanut Butter Pie • Short Rib Steakhouse Nachos |
√ Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad | The Blue Cheese Pecan Chopped Salad was a surprising standout here. If you're looking for a nice, lite, refreshing dish, you really can't go wrong with this. Very fresh and flavorful. The Aussie Cheese Fries and the Chocolate Thunder From Down Under were ok but nothing special. The Nutter Butter® Peanut Butter Pie gets honorable mention here for it's original taste, but I can't give it too much beyond that. Short Rib Steakhouse Nachos were on the worse side fo average, having very little meat, and being overly salty. |
| Owen O'Leary's 17 Connector Rd. Westboro, MA 01581 (508) 366-9262 — Various Locations |
Pub, Irish | • Onion Rings (side) • Chili Nachos • Mozzarella Marinara • Pear & Pecan Salad w/Steak Tips • Crispy Almond Chicken |
Onion Rings were fine but average. Chili Nachos had a nice crunch, but had barely any chili, and the ingredients were overall spartan and not well incorporated. Mozzarella Marinara was basically like a thin mozzarella loaf cut into strips rather than more standard mozzarella sticks, but it just didn't really work that well. Not horrible but really nothing special. The Pear & Pecan Salad was really good. Even though it didn't have a specific standout flavor, the ingredients just all worked well together. Crispy Almond Chicken was a very nutty dish. I'm not sure there was a super standout flavor, but it was a very enjoyable dish overall. I wanted it to be saucier, but it still worked well. Far better side of average. | |
| Oysterman, The 30 Railroad Ave. Duxbury, MA 02332 (781) 934-2900 — Various Locations |
Seafood | • Oysterman Egg Rolls • Oysterman Cheeseburger |
Both items were on the better side of average. | |
| Oz Tacos & Tequila 200 Front St. Lincoln, RI 02865 (401) 475-4017 |
Tacos, Tapas/Small Plates | • Cheeseburger Empanadas • Cadillac Nachos • Hot Pastrami Taco • Beef Bulgogi Taco • Rainbow Esquites (side) • Pumpkin Spice Pudding • Vietnamese Dos Leches Cake (with Baileys) |
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| P.F. Chang's 1245 Worcester St. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 651-7724 — Various Locations |
Chinese, Chain | • Hot & Sour Soup • Egg Rolls • Spring Rolls • Sesame Chicken Combo (L) • Orange Peel Beef • Beef Lo-Mein • Banana Spring Rolls • Mini Desserts |
The Hot & Sour Soup gets honorable mention. I've had better but it was certainly one of the more tasty versions that I've tried. The Egg Rolls, Spring Rolls, Orange Peel Beef, Sesame Chicken Combo, and Beef Lo-Mein were average, and the Banana Spring Rolls were not that good. The Chocolate Mini Dessert was ok but nothing special. | |
| Packard's 14 Masonic St. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 584-5957 |
Pub, Comfort Food | • Chili Nachos • Burger • Choc-o-Mug |
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| Paddle Inn, The 27 State St. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 572-1242 |
American, Eclectic & Asian | • Mai Tai Popcorn • Thai Style Fries • Choco Tacos |
Both the Mai Tai Popcorn and the Thai Style Fries were a nice and unusual take on their respective dishes. Both yummy nibbles for drinks and I'd put both on the far better side of average for uniqueness. Choco Tacos, which are basically 2 mini taco sized ice creams, are similarly unusual but a fun item to try. Also some fun drinks at this place so a nice place to waste away an afternoon. | |
| Paddy's Public House 95 Elm St. Newton, MA 02465 (617) 965-6444 |
Bars, Seafood, American | • French Onion Soup • Sesame Chicken Stir Fry • Brody & Benny's Chopped Salad w/Steak Tips • Bacon & Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese • Pizza |
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| Pagliuca's Restaurant 14 Parmenter St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 367-1504 |
Italian | • Tiramisu | I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Pagu 310 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 945-9290 |
Japanese, Spanish, Tapas Bars | • Cheesy Wafflato • Childhood Fried Rice • Chicken Katsu • Opera Cake • Matcha Soft Serve |
Cheesy Wafflato, which is basically a potato and cheese waffle, was fine but it felt like it needed a sauce (or maybe some syrup!). Childhood Fried Rice was fine but really nothing special. Chicken Katsu had way to many chewy chicken pieces which was a total turnoff for a chicken dish. Opera Cake similarly was fine but nothing special. Admittedly, the Matcha Soft Serve is a bit outside my wheelhouse, and I suppose if you're a fan you might enjoy this, but it didn't really speak to me. | |
| Pain D'Avignon 15 Hinckley Rd. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 778-8588 |
American Casual, Bakery | • Boeuf, Braise Short Rib Arancini • French Onion Soup • Mousse Au Chocolat Et Aux Noisettes |
√ French Onion Soup | I pondered this one for a while, but ultimately decided to give this soup the nod. It probably won't hold contendership for best one out there, but I still felt it held it's own pretty well. A nice combination of flavor and cheesy goodness. Stop in and try for yourself. The Mousse Au Chocolat Et Aux Noisettes, which is basically a chocolate mousse, gets honorable mention. It was really good, but I wanted it to be smoother and fluffier. The Arancini was nothing special, and could've used a bit more sauce. |
| Painted Burro, The 219 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 776-0005 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Cholo Corn Cob • Corn & Poblano Fundido • Dos Empanadas • Short Rib Taco • Creamy Poblano Rice (side) |
Cholo Corn Cob was ok but I've had better. Corn & Poblano Fundido was just ok. Dos Empanadas were also fine. Short Rib Taco was about average. Creamy Poblano Rice was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Palm, The 1 International Place Boston, MA 02110 (617) 867-9292 |
Steak, Seafood & American Fine Dining | • Chicken Parm • 3 Cheese Au Gratin Potatos • Dark Chocolate Cake • Tiramisu • Second Avenue Burger (L) |
√ Tiramisu | The Chicken Parm gets honorable mention. It didn't quite have the magic factor, but it was a very solid and tasty parrm. I know it might seem strange to get this at a steakhouse, but they seem to have it down pretty well! 3 Cheese Au Gratin Potatos was a similarly tasty rendition. Thinly cut mini squares covered with a tasty cheese blanket, I'd recommend this as the side to try amongst the others listed. Tiramisu as the type in glass, but they did it so well, and the cream was so smooth and creamy, this is definitely a must try as a non-traditional version of this dessert. |
| Panela 7 Hanover St. Lowell, MA 01854 (978) 455-2868 |
Colombian, Sports Bars | • Empanadas • Carimanolas • The Burger • Almojabanas • Bunelos • Sweet Carimanolas |
Empanadas were on the slightly better side of average, more due to freshness than flavor, but they weren't too bad. Carimanolas were ok but they didn't really speak to me. The Burger was sadly average. Almojabanas were more like cheese lined than cheese stuffed, and frankly if these were the rolls that a restaurant served as their bread basket, I'd be all over it. So I guess this is to say worth trying, but more as a meal starter than anything else. The Bunelos were actually pretty similar, but really didn't stand out for me as they seemed to be far less cheesy if at all. Sweet Carimanolas was a little doughy, but the whipped cream was amazing! Worth trying this one just for that! | |
| Panera Bread 34 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-1365 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Soup | • Four Cheese Baked Soufflé (B) • Trail Mix Bagel with Bacon, Egg, & Cheese (B) • Asiago Cheese Bagel with Tomato Cream Cheese • Chocolate Chip Bagel with Hazelnut Cream Cheese • Baked Potato Soup • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie • Chocolate Chip Muffin • Bacon Turkey Bravo • Smokehouse Turkey • French Onion Soup • Broccoli Cheddar Soup • Asian Sesame Chicken Salad • Hot & Iced Coffees • Lemonade |
Panera is good for what it is. Overdryness however seems to be the major problem in the baked-goods section. The Soufflé could've been better if it wasn't so dry. Perhaps ordering it after they've JUST put it out..? The chocolate chip muffin was a fun surprise at being just the muffin top, but would've been better (or at least a tastier indulgence) with a higher chocolate chip ratio, and again, had it been moister. The cookies and brownies suffer from the same affliction.. I see the potential for good taste there, but it's just too darn dry! As far as sandwiches, the Smokehouse Turkey is probably the best item from my samplings. It's quite tasty with a nice combination of flavors, and being a panini it has a nice crunch to boot. However I can only go so far as honorable mention as it just isn't enough of a standout. Similarly for the Bacon Turkey Bravo..a nice soft sandwich with a good flavor combo, but no great Wow-Factor. The French Onion soup is nothing special, the Broccoli Chaddar soup is nice and creamy but again nothing special, and the Baked potato soup was just outright terrible. The Asian Sesame Chicken salad was "unusual" but skimpy on ingredients. No special coffee here, however the lemonade was indeed very refreshing, without being overly sweet. All the bagel/cream cheese combos were nice and soft, but again, no major standouts. | |
| Pantry Pizza 931 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 282-0033 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • The Backyard BBQ • Wow No Way |
√ The Backyard BBQ | The Backyard BBQ just manages to get the nod, mostly do to it's unusual flavor combination that really works well. I definitely had the can't stop eating this moment. Wow No Way was more like a glorified meat lovers pizza, and I can't say it was much of a standout. |
| Papa Gino's Pizzeria 179 Cambridge St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 273-3020 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Kid-Friendly | • Mozzarella Sticks • Garlic Bread With Cheese • Pepperoni Paparoll • Pepperoni Pizza • Rustic Pizza |
√ Pizza | Taken in the context of fast food/chain pizzerias, I've always felt that Papa Gino's leads the pack. Their pizza is a nice thin crust, with a good amount of cheese, and "just" enough grease to add flavor without feeling like you're drinking half your pizza. Sure there's better pizza out there, but given the tastiness/convenience factor, I'd have to say it's definitely still worth the journey. As to the other items, the Rustic pizza is nothing special whatsoever, and I feel is not even as good as the original. The mozzarella sticks were thick cut which was nice, but were still somewhat average flavorwise. The garlic bread with cheese was garlic bread with cheese. The Pepperoni Paparoll was basically like a small calzone, but the straight pizza is still better |
| Papa John's 622 Somerville Ave. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 627-9100 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Chain | • Tuscan Six Cheese • Six Cheese Breadsticks • Chicken Bites |
The pizza was average, as were the breadsticks, as were the chicken bites. Not standouts (or surprises) here. | |
| Papa Razzi 16 Washington St. Wellesley, MA 02481 (781) 235-4747 |
Italian, Chain | • Mozzarella Sticks • 4-Cheese Pizza • Chocolate Cake |
Mozzarella Sticks were average. 4-Cheese Pizza was average. Chocolate Cake gets honorable mention for being dense and chocolatey, but no amazing wow factor. Also really good Pink Sangria. | |
| Papivivi 816 Boston St. Lynn, MA 01905 (339) 440-5562 |
Sandwiches, Puerto Rican | • Beef Empanada • Vivi's Tripleta |
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| Paramount, The 44 Charles St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 720-1152 — Various Locations |
Comfort Food, Grill | • Grilled Cheese (L) • Crispy Chicken Potstickers • BBQ Tenderloin Steak Tips |
Grilled Cheese gets honorable mention, as the bread was very fresh, with the right amount of butter for flavor and crispiness retention, and a good meltiness on the cheese. Crispy Chicken Potstickers was a somewhat unusual dish. It was presented almost like a little salad with the potstickers at the bottom, and covered with all sorts of fun 'stuff' on top of it. It's definitely worth trying, and I therefore rate it as being on the far better side of average. I wanted the actual potstickers to be just a tad more al dente, but the combination of everything worked pretty well together. BBQ Tenderloin Steak Tips had a really nice cut of meat, but unfortunately the marinade was a bit lackluster. Still, with the super tenderness of the meat, and the wonderful supporting cast of bacon mashed potatoes and asparagus that comes with this dish, I'd similarly have to put this on the far better side of average. If you're in the neighborhood and looking for a little dinner, you won't be disappointed here. | |
| Paris Creperie 278 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 232-1770 |
French, Cafe | • Nutella Frozen Hot Chocolate Smoothie • John Gouda-Man Crepe • S'mores Crepe |
Nutella Frozen Hot Chocolate Smoothie was fairly tasty, but no great wow factor. Still, can't go too wrong with Nutella. John Gouda-Man Crepe was also good, but, kind of like an omelette, can't go too wrong with a crepe. S'mores Crepe, same deal. You get the idea, but still a worhtwhile place to check out if you're craving a crepe. | |
| Parish Cafe 361 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 247-4777 |
Sandwiches, Late Night | • Bowl-O-Rings • Zuni Roll • Baked Mac & Cheese • White Chocolate Bread Pudding |
√ Zuni Roll | One of the overall qualifying criteria for being worth the journey is if the item is which I just don't want the eating experience to end... The Zuni Roll was such an item. I wouldn't have imagined going in that what was essentially a turkey roll up lead to such yumminess. Wow. This "turkey sandwich" could teach all other turkey sandwiches a thing or two... Definitely worth the journey. The Baked Mac & Cheese was very average. The Bowl-O-Rings were way too greasy. The White Chocolate Bread Pudding was horribly dry. |
| Park 54 81 Fairmount Ave. Hyde Park, MA 02136 (617) 910-9704 |
Lounges, Southern, American (New) | • Hyde Park Street Corn • Southern Corn Muffins • Hennessy Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders • Strawberry Walnut Salad w/Steak Tips • Benny White Burger • Mac & Cheese (side) • Banana Pudding • Banana Cake |
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| Parker's Omni Parker House 60 School St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 227-8600 |
American Fine Dining | • French Onion Soup • Boston Cream Pie |
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| Parker's Pub 303 Shears St. Wrentham, MA 02093 (774) 210-8962 |
Pubs | • Pub Nachos • Tenders • Loaded Steak & Cheese Wrap |
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| Parker's Maple Barn 1316 Brookline Rd. Mason, NH 03048 (800) 832-2308 |
Breakfast, B.Y.O.B. | • Blueberry Pancakes with Maple Syrup | A cute little spot but a bit "gimmicky". Tasty maple syrup but not the best of I've had. Good spot but average. | |
| Parm 140 Dartmouth St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 751-1113 |
Italian, Sandwiches, Pasta Shops | • Mozz Sticks • Chicken Parm |
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| Party Favors 1356 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 566-3330 |
Bakery, Shop | • Chocolate Mousse Cupcake • Boston Cream Cupcake • Fudge Cookie • Brownie • Eclair • Dark Chocolate Chocolate Mousse Truffle • Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Cup |
√ Boston Cream Cupcake | The Boston Cream Cupcake was moist and fluffy, with a nice chocolate ganache and sweet filling. I would've liked to have seen just a bit more filling vs cake ratio, but it was still pretty damned amazing. The Chocolate Mousse Cupcake was good but average. Same for the Fudge Cookie, Eclair, and Dark Chocolate Chocolate Mousse Truffle. The Brownie and the Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Cup were not that good. |
| Pasta Beach 138 Bellevue Ave. Newport, RI 02840 (401) 847-2222 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Pumpkin Ravioli • Gnocchi al Pesto • Pizza |
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| Pastiche Fine Desserts 92 Spruce St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 861-5190 |
Bakery, Cafe | • Dark Chocolate Cream Pie • Tiramisu • Blondie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Almond Biscotti • Chocolate Truffle Walnut Cookie |
√ Dark Chocolate Cream Pie | I was on the fence about the Dark Chocolate Cream Pie because I really really wanted the chocolate to be fluffier. But in the end the had to give it the nod for overall taste. Dark chocolate is not as commonly found over milk in cream pies (at least in my travels), so it was a somewhat different taste, but worked itself well. Especially in combination with creamy whipped cream and a crispy pie crust. The Tiramisu was ok but I've had better. The four cookies were good overall, but still fairly average. |
| Pastoral 345 Congress St. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 345-0005 |
Pizza & Italian | • Stuffed Fried Olives (Br) • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) (L) • Chocolate Chip Cookies • Smoked Turkey Puccia (L) |
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| Patti's Pierogis 1019 S. Main St. Fall River, MA 02724 (508) 679-4001 |
Polish | • Sweetogi • Pizzaogi • Steakogi • Brady • Bacon Mac & Cheeseogi • Chocolate Cherry Pierogi • Cookie Dough Pierogi • Rocky Road Pierogi |
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| Paul & Elizabeth's Natural Foods Restaurant 150 Main St. Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 584-4832 |
Vegetarian, Healthy | • Vegetable & Herb Risotto Cakes • Vermont Fresh Ravioli |
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| Paul's Diner 6 Carlisle Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 692-9269 |
Diners, Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Route 110 Sandwich • Onion Rings |
Omelette was good but nothing special. Same for the Route 110 Sandwich. Onion Rings were greasy and not very good. | |
| Pauli's 65 Salem St. Boston, MA 02113 (857) 284-7063 |
Sandwiches | • Steak Bomb • Cheese Fries (side) • Onion Rings (side) |
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| PB Boulangerie Bistro 15 Lecount Hollow Rd. Wellfleet, MA 02663 (508) 349-1600 |
Bakery, Bistro | • Chocolate Almond Croissant • Double Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Eclair • Vanilla Eclair • Baba au Rhum • Mille-Feuille • Suisse • Bacon & Cheese Bread • Croque Monsieur • Quiche Lorraine |
√ Chocolate Almond Croissant | The Chocolate Almond Croissant just gets the nod here. A nice mix of the 2 main fillings with a fairly nice croissant on the outside. Not the best I've ever had but certainly enjoyable. Double Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. Chocolate Eclair was ok, but oddly enough the Vanilla Eclair was actually better (though still not much beyond the better side of average). Baba au Rhum was very rum soaked, but somehow still a little too dry. Mille-Feuille had some nice cream in the pastry, but somehow all of the ingredients just didn't feel like they came together all too well. Suisse was kind of like a poor man's croissant, and was unimpressive. Bacon & Cheese Bread was sadly better on paper than execution. Croque Monsieur was on the slightly better side of average. Quiche Lorraine gets honorable mention, mostly due to the flavorful ham. Not sure what it was about it but the flavor popped quite nicely. Too bad the pie crust didn't. |
| Pellana Prime Steakhouse 9 Sylvan St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 531-4800 |
Steak | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings (side) • Sauteed Mushrooms (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) |
Everything very very average. No standouts. | |
| Penang 685 Washington St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 451-6373 |
Asian, Malaysian | • Murtabak • Beef Satay • Achat • Sizzling Beef • Coconut Flavored Rice • Green Apple Juice |
Murtabak was unusual, but the flavors didn't really work for me. Same for the Achat. Beef Satay was average. Sizzling Beef gets honorable mention for just being a soft tasty meat in a flavorful sauce. Coconut Flavored Rice had a nice little pop of flavor, but was still too subtle to be a standout. Green Apple Juice is EXACTLY what it sounds like flavorwise. If you like eating green apples, you'll most likely enjoy this. | |
| Penguin Pizza 735 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617)277-9200 |
Pizza | • Steak & Cheese Pizza • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Both pizzas were fine but average. | |
| Pepe's Brick Oven Pizza 179 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 755-1978 |
Pizza, Italian, Bars | • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Pepe's Taqueria 645 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 01602 (508) 796-5796 |
Mexican, American (Traditional) | • Nachos • Trio Enchiladas • Barbacoa Taco • Carne Asada Taco • Carne Molida Taco • Flan |
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| Pepperoncini's 201 E. Main St. Milford, MA 01757 (508) 478-7377 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Mozzarella Sticks • Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls • Steak Tips • Pizza |
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| Peppino's Dosa 434 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 547-6099 |
Vegetarian, Indian | • Peppino's Platter • Makai Shorba • Veggie Manchurian • Hakka Noodles • Paneer Dosa • Paneer Lababdar • Miloni Tarkari • Mushroom Saag • Methi Malai Mutter • Navratan Korma • Malai Kofta • Peppino's Special Biryani • Bhatura • Bread Basket • Mango Chutney |
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| Persy's Place 117 Main St. Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 585-5464 — Various Locations |
Brunch, Breakfast | • Custom Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) |
Omelette was good. Hearty, no complaints. Corned Beef Hash was decent also. Better side of average. | |
| Petit Robert Bistro 480 Columbus Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 867 0600 |
Bistro, Dessert | • French Onion Soup • Potato Croquettes (side) • Five French Cookies • Chocolate Mousse • Chocolate Cake |
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| Petsi Pies 285 Beacon St. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 661-PIES |
Bakery, Dessert | • Mushrooms, Potatoes & Gruyere Pie • Bacon, Leek & Gruyere Pie • Apple Pie • Chocolate Cream Pie • Mississippi Mud Pie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie • Banana Cream Pie • Pumpkin Pie • Butternut Squash, Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola & Walnuts |
This may be the first time that I'd actually give virtually every item that I tried here honorable mention. Which basically means that while I was not super-wowed by any one item, overall this place is absolutely worth checking out. On the savory side, the Mushrooms, Potatoes & Gruyere Pie will be a hit with the mushroom lovers out there. And the Bacon, Leek & Gruyere Pie was also good, but not as. Same with the Butternut Squash, Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola & Walnuts. Still, all good variations of quiches. On the sweeter side, Apple Pie was very solid, and can only guess is probably worth the journey fresh out of the oven. Chocolate Cream Pie was also good, but I felt like the whipped cream to chocolate ratio could've been better proportioned. Banana Cream Pie was similarly good, but also better balanced. Mississippi Mud Pie was also really good, with flavors that just worked together well. Chocolate Chip Cookie, while a bit bigger/doughier than your average cookie, still managed to work quite well flavorwise. Brownie and Pumpkin Pie were about the only things that was just on the better side of average (which is saying something). So again, even though there was not a single dish standout, I'd definitely recommend a trip here at some point. | |
| Petula's 81 L St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 752-4531 |
Cocktail Bars, Tapas/Small Plates, Sandwiches | • Prosciutto Arancini • Smash Burger • Egg Sandwich (B) or (Br) |
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| Phat Cats Bistro 65A Market St. Amesbury, MA 01913 (978) 388-2777 |
Italian, New American | • Chicken Littles • Baked Blues • Mac & Cheese • Chocolate Hangover Cake • Carrot Cake |
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| Phillip's Candy House 818 Morrissey Blvd. Dorchester, MA 02122 (800) 722-0905 |
Chocolate & Candy | • Figaro • Coconut Creme • Cashew Crunch • Dark Chocolate Dome |
All were good, but no great wow factor. | |
| Pho Dakao 101 Concord St. Framingham, MA 01702 (508) 872-2211 — Various Locations |
Vietnamese & Asian | • Beef Teriyaki • Beef Bird's Nest Noodles |
√ Beef Teriyaki | Beef Teriyaki just gets the full nod here. While it's not quite as sweet as the chinese version, it had a nice peanut covering, was marinated well, and had no chewy parts. Very enjoyable! Beef Bird's Nest Noodles was on the far better side of average. Beef was a little tougher with this dish, but the rest of the ingredients played together well, and the noodles had a nice crunch. |
| Pho Lemongrass 239 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 731-8600 |
Vietnamese, Asian | • Steak Teriyaki • Lemongrass Stars • Canh Chua • House Crispy Chicken Fried Noodles • Mongolian Beef • Mekong Beef Curry • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
√ Canh Chua √ House Crispy Chicken Fried Noodles |
I wasn't really sure what to expect from the Canh Chua going in, as it's not within my "normal" realm of food choices, but I would equate it to drinking lavender soup. So fragrant and flavorful, with a nice mixture of add ins, I'd definitely recommend it as worth the journey. In a similar vein, the House Crispy Chicken Fried Noodles were basically noodles and vegetables, with the outside rim of the noodles mostly uncooked to provide that crispy texture. Between that and the nice tangy sauce, it made for a really great flavor experience! The Steak Teriyaki, Lemongrass Stars, Mongolian Beef, and Mekong Beef Curry were all in the ok but nothing special category. Chocolate Mousse Cake and Tiramisu were not that good. |
| Piattini 224 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 536-7500 |
Ice Cream, Coffee & Tea | • Ravioli di Zucca Gialla • Gnocchi • Tiramisu • Charle's Mousse • Dessert Wine |
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| Pica's Pub 10 Ayers Village Rd. Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 683-4353 |
Pubs, American (Traditional), Salad | • Boneless Tenders • Homemade Tots • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Salad w/Steak Tips • Brisket Grilled Cheese w/Housemade Chips • Bacon Onion Jamburger w/Onion Rings • Brisket Shepherd's Pie |
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| Picco 513 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 927-0066 |
Pizza, Ice Cream | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Dark Chocolate Ice Cream • Banana Ice Cream • Mac & Cheese |
Both ice cream flavors were very real (non-artificial) tasting. But honestly, they didn't really speak to me. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was pretty good, but not as amazing as I'd kept hearing it was. Mac & Cheese on the other hand was on the far better side of average. I wish that it had been a bit cheesier, but the combination of ingredients and a nice hearty texture gave this a nice balance of flavors. | |
| Pier 6 1 8th St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 337-0054 |
Seafood, American & Brunch | • Pier 6 Burger | Pier 6 Burger was fine but honestly nothing that special. | |
| Pier French Fries 12 Old Orchard St. Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 (207) 934-2328 |
French Fries, Take-out | • Fries | They were good, but really nothing special. | |
| Pinkberry 53 Hillside Rd. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 383-7601 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream, Healthy & Chain | • Chocolate Frozen Yogurt | √ Chocolate Frozen Yogurt | So here's my thoughts on Pinkberry. If you're specificially looking for frozen yogurt vs ice cream, this place is a soild choice. Now to fairly disclaim, I did get my yogurt loaded with a bunch of chocolate toppings, but still, the base was really tasty. That all being said, it's definitely not ice cream... |
| Pinocchio's 74 Winthrop St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 876-4897 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Sub |
Pepperoni Pizza was good but not outstanding. Steak & Cheese Sub was on the better side of average. | |
| Pino's Pizza 1920 Beacon St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 566-6468 |
Pizza, Take-out | • Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Sub |
Pizza was fine. I'd put it maybe just slightly above average. Steak & Cheese Sub was definitely below average. Stick to the pizza. | |
| Pintxo Pincho Tapas Bar 385 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 932-1379 |
Spanish & Tapas | • Pincho de Tortilla • Champinones al Jerez • Esparragos con Romesco • Empanadillas de Espinaca • Croquetas de Verduras • Croquetasde Boletos • Creamy Almond Custard |
All of the items were fine but not outstanding. | |
| Pirate's Cove Seafood & Ice Cream 74 Providence Rd. Northbridge, MA 01534 (508) 234-0700 |
Ice Cream & Seafood | • Ice Cream | ||
| Pizza Bar, The 1699 Shawsheen St. Tewksbury, MA 01876 (978) 851-2120 |
American (Traditional), Pizza, Burgers | • Winner's Bacon Cheeseburger w/Onion Rings • Sweet Mellow Pizza • Teriyaki Steak Tip Salad |
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| Pizza Barbone 390 Main St. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 957-2377 |
Pizza | • Arancini • Forest Mushroom Pizza |
Arancini was some of the worst I've had. There was some odd flavor that I couldn't identify that just threw the whole thing off. Forest Mushroom Pizza was fine but nothing special. | |
| Pizza Barn 1860 Rte. 16 Center Ossipee, NH 03814 (603) 539-2234 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza • Taco Pizza |
√ Pepperoni Pizza | The definition of worth the journey. A super tasty pizza with a large pile of pepperoni on every slice. It might seem like this is sort of "in the middle of nowhere" for many, but you have to try this at some point. The Taco Pizza on the other hand, was ok, but it was basically like eating a cheese pizza with a cold taco salad dumped on it. Stick to the pepperoni. |
| Pizza Hut 349 Grafton St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 755-5840 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Chain | • Hershey's Chocolate Dunkers • Stuffed Pizza Rollers • Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta • Meaty Marinara Pasta • Cheesy Breadsticks • Stuffed Crust Pizza |
Some of the worst pizza that I've ever had. It was basically eating chewy undercooked dough. This may even rival the old tenet that "even bad pizza is still pizza". The Hershey's Chocolate Dunkers were nothing special. The Stuffed Pizza Rollers were probably the best thing of what I tried, but they were still only ok. The Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta and Meaty Marinara Pasta, and the Cheesy Breadsticks were all average. | |
| Pizza J 967 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 632-0555 |
Pizza, Comfort Food & American Casual | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | Pepperoni Pizza was right on the border of the full nod. However it didn't quite have that extra pop to put it over the top. Still, thin crust and flavorful, highly recommend trying this the next time you're craving good pizza. Honorable mention for sure! | |
| Pizza Pie-er 374 Wickenden St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 351-3663 |
Pizza | • Steak Bomb Pizza | My simple takeaway is this: It certainly wasn't a bad pizza, though I've had better. BUT, it's definitely NOT worth $27 for a large... Overall, there's better options out there. | |
| Pizzeria Regina 11 ½ Thacher St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-0765 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza | √ Pepperoni Pizza | Interestingly enough, this one actually took some real thought (I initially figured it would be an easy decision). Honestly, I feel like if I had just gotten cheese, this pizza would have been more on the better than average side only. It may have been the added greatness of the pepperoni (which was REALLY good) to push this one over the edge. So definitely no disappointments, and you'd be real happy if you ate this, but I wouldn't say it's the absolute best (as I had remembered it from back in the day..) |
| Pizzeria Romana 651 S. Washington St. N. Attleboro, MA 02760 (508) 316-1660 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Italian | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | The Pizza had a nice thin crust, but I can't say it was anything amazing. Slightly better side of average. | |
| Pizzi Farm 549 Lincoln St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 891-1032 |
Sandwiches, Ice Cream | • Louisville Sandwich • Chocolate Ice Cream |
Fresh ingredients make for a nice fresh sandwich, but it was really nothing special. The better side of average. The Ice Cream however, WAS just average. | |
| PizZing's Pizza & Wings 1035 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 792-0003 |
Pizza, Wings | • Honey BBQ Wings | ||
| PKL 64 C St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 315-7265 |
Bars, Pickleball | • Pigs in the Blanket • PKL Cheesesteak |
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| Place 2 Be, The 1000 Hall Of Fame Ave. Springfield, MA 01105 (413) 342-4255 — Various Locations |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Custom Pancakes Short Stack • Hangry Grilled Cheese w/Loaded Curly Fries |
Omelette was an omelette. Pancakes were nice and fluffy but I wouldn't go out of my way for them. Hangry Grilled Cheese was fine but nothing outstanding. The cheese sauce on the fries was good but really nothing of note otherwise. | |
| Plan B Burger Bar 1000 W. Columbus Ave. Springfield, MA 01105 (413) 285-8296 — Various Locations |
Burgers, American & Comfort Food | • Blue Chips • Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Tots • Bacon Cheeseburger • Onion Rings • Philly Steak Mac 'N Jack • The B Cup |
Blue Chips were fine but the ingredients seemed very out of balance and proportion. Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Tots were fine. Bacon Cheeseburger was meaty with a nice fresh bun, but the meat fairly average. Onion Rings were a bit too thick and not particularly flavorful. Philly Steak Mac 'N Jack had nice steak, but the mac and cheese was just ok with frankly not enough cheese. The B Cup may look like a hostess cupcake, but it's more like a circle of cheesecake that frankly was not all that good. Even the ganache chocolate left something to be desired... | |
| Playwright, The 658 E. Broadway S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 269-2537 |
American, Bars | • Short Rib Turnovers • Sesame-Ginger Chicken Tenders • Nachos • 4 Cheese Mac & Cheese w/Brisket • Toasted Smores Cup |
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| Plaza Mexico 821 Fall River Ave. Seekonk, MA 02771 (508) 557-1522 |
Mexican, Seafood | • Queso Fundido • Mini Chimis • Nachos Supremos • Birria Taco • Enmoladas |
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| Pleasant Cafe 4515 Washington St. Roslindale, MA 02131 (617) 323-2111 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza | Pizza was fine but not amazing. Slightly better side of average. | |
| Polcari's 92 Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-3765 — Various Locations |
Italian, Chain | • Mozzarella Triangles • Stuffed Mushrooms • Schiaffettoni • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
√ Schiaffettoni | The surprise standout here was the Schiaffettoni. Perfectly cooked pasta with a wonderful flavor combination make this a dish worth the journey. The Mozzarella Triangles were way WAY too greasy, the Stuffed Mushrooms were nothing special, and the Chocolate Mousse Cake was too dry. The Tiramisu I have to give honorable mention to, for a very creamy flavor, but not quite enough sweetness to balance it out. Worth a try at least once. |
| Poopsie's 243 Church St. Pembroke, MA 02359 (781) 826-5282 |
Pizza, Burgers | • Pizza | ||
| Popeyes 85 Parkhurst Rd. Chelmsford MA, 01824 (978) 856-7079 — Various Locations |
Chicken, Chain | • Chicken Nuggets • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Cole Slaw |
The Chicken Nuggets didn't really taste like anything (take that as you will or try them for yourself). Mashed Potatoes & Gravy were on the better side of average, but still average. Cole Slaw was not that good. | |
| Popovers On the Square 8 Congress St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 431-1119 — Various Locations |
Bakery & Sandwiches | • Mac & Cheese • Popover |
Mac & Cheese was ok but a little dry. Popover was good but nothing amazing. | |
| Port Pizza & Subs 25 Storey Ave. Newburyport, MA 01950 (978) 255-7988 |
Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Turkey Club Wrap • Steak Tip Salad |
The Pepperoni Pizza gets honorable mention. I waanted it to be a touch thinner, but it was quite enjoyable regardless. You also can't beat the fact that a slice is 1/4 of a large pizza! Turkey Club Wrap was also good, but the bacon was a little too fatty. That said, the ingredients were all very fresh, so I'd still put in on the far better side of average. Steak Tip Salad had reasonably good steak tips, albeit a few chewy pieces. The salad was also 85% lettuce, so that was less than exciting. Overall a nice little spot for some to-go food. | |
| Portland Pie Co. 51 York St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 347-5736 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Italian & American Casual | • Apple & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms • Spinach & Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms • Crescent Beach Pizza • Chamberlain Pizza • Old Port Pizza • Rachel's Chocolate Lasagna |
Both types of Stuffed Mushrooms were average. Both the Chamberlain Pizza and the Old Port Pizza were both way overly greasy and not particularly flavorful. Rachel's Chocolate Lasagna was very average. Crescent Beach Pizza was also nothing special. Very unimpressed with this place. | |
| Portsmouth Gas Light 64 Market St. Portsmouth, NH 03804 (603) 430-9122 |
Pub, Pizza | • Hackmatack | ||
| Post 1917 Steakhouse 136 Haven St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 942-0001 — Various Locations |
Steakhouses, Bars, Beer, Wine amp;& Spirits | • Wagyu Beef Dumplings • Chicken Parm • Cacio e Pepe |
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| Posto 400 Assembly Row Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 663-8487 |
Pizza | • Lemon & Mozzarella Arancini • Margherita Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Prairie Fire 242 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 396-8199 |
Pizza & American | • Mushroom Pizza • Celery Root Ravioli |
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| Precinct 10 110 Main St. Weymouth, MA 02188 (781) 335-0010 |
American Casual, Seafood & Pub | • Tater Tot Poutine • Baked Mac & Cheese w/Brisket |
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| Premiere on Broadway 517 Broadway Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 996-6838 |
Music Venues, Italian, Cocktail Bars | • Arancini • Burger • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
√ Burger √ Chicken Parm |
The Arancini gets honorable mention. A nice crispy coating with good flavors within. The Burger gets the full nod for being one of the rare melt-in-your-mouth variety that will leave you very happy. Similarly, the Chicken Parm had a nice crispy coating and flavors that seemed to play quite well together! Butternut Squash Ravioli was also fairly good but didn't quite compare to the other dishes. Tiramisu was about the only dish that was unremarkable. A true standout spot! |
| Pressed 200 District Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 365-1412 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, American Casual & Breakfast | • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Croissant • Asian Mandarin Miri Salad • Butternut Squash Soup • Wellington Sandwich • 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese • Short Rib Mac & Cheese |
√ Wellington Sandwich | Wellington Sandwich gets the nod here. It was surprisingly buttery and flavorful, and the bread amazingly soft and fresh. Recommend as the item to try here. Butternut Squash Soup was very thick and hearty, but didn't really have a ton of flavor overall. Better side of average. Asian Mandarin Miri Salad was fine. Same with the Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Croissant. Same with the 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese. Short Rib Mac & Cheese was on the better side of average. |
| Prezo 229 ½ E. Main St. Milford, MA 01757 (508) 634-0101 |
Italian, Burgers & American Casual | • Risotto Balls • French Onion Soup • Teriyaki Bowl w/Steak Tips • Crispy Fontina Chicken • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
Risotto Balls had a nice crispiness but not a ton of flavor. Still enojyable though, and I'd put on the better side of average. French Onion Soup was decent and on the slightly better side of average. Teriyaki Bowl w/Steak Tips was just a generally enjoyable dish. Hearty but no major wow factors. Crispy Fontina Chicken was similarly decent. Another enjoyable dish on the better side of average. Pizza was super thin crust wish I was a fan of, but similarly no great wow factors flavorwise. Chocolate Mousse Cake was fine but average. A generally enjoyable stop but nothing worth the journey. | |
| Prezza 24 Fleet St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 227-1577 |
Italian | • Mushroom Risotto • Dessert Sampler • Dessert Wine |
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| Prides Crossing Confections 590 Hale St. Prides Crossing, MA 01965 (978) 927-2185 |
Chocolate/candy | • Dark Chocolate Bark • Chocolate Marshmellow Fudge • Pistacho Buttercrunch • Chocolate Truffle |
√ Dark Chocolate Bark | The Dark Chocolate Bark was really good here. Smooth and Creamy without being overly sweet. A good solid piece of dark chocolate. The Chocolate Marshmellow Fudge and the Chocolate Truffle were average. The Pistacho Buttercrunch was just ok. |
| Prima 10 City Sq. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 804-7400 |
Wine Bars, Italian | • Garlic Bread • Prima Pizette • Arancini Tartufo • Cacio e Pepe • Chicken Parm • Dessert Trio • Butterscotch Budino |
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| Prince Pizzeria & Bar 517 Broadway Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-9950 |
Pizza, Italian | • Mini Pizza with Pepperoni & Mushroom | Pizza was ok but not outstanding. | |
| Providence Bagel 695 N. Main St. Providence, RI 02904 (401) 400-3170 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Bagels | • Bacon Egg & Cheese on Asiago Bagel • Blueberry Bagel with Garden Veggie Cream Cheese |
Both bagels variations were fine but neither was particularly a standout. | |
| Providence Coal Fired Pizza 385 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 454-7499 — Various Locations |
Pizza & Italian | • Pizza • Chocolate Mousse |
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| Pub 97 935 Salem St. Groveland, MA 01834 (978) 372-3320 |
Burgers, Pizza | • Pub 97 Burger with Bacon | ||
| Public Kitchen 397A Main St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 587-3427 — Various Locations |
Gastropubs, American (New) | • Nachos • Steak Gorgonzola Salad • Short Rib & Mozz Stick Grilled Cheese • Pot of Gold Mac & Cheese • Public Burger |
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| Publick House 1648 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 277-2880 |
Comfort Food, Pub | • Mac & Cheese • Fries |
After all the hype that I'd heard about the Mac & Cheese, I was sorely disappointed. With a 5 cheese blend, you'd think at least one of them would be creamy. It was not, and moreover, the flavor combination did not work. Fries were average. | |
| Publico Street Bistro & Garden 11 Dorchester St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 622-5700 |
Eclectic, Latin America & American | • Empanadas • Perrito Caliente • Corn Crepe • Bowl of Cake |
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| Purefections 1348 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 328-6248 |
Chocolate & Candy, Specialty Foods | • Chocolate Dipped Brownie • Psquared Csquared • Chocolate Malt Truffle • Hazelnut Truffle • Dark Chocolate Truffle |
The Psquared Csquared was unusual, but I wouldn't necessarily say amazing. The Chocolate Dipped Brownie was pretty much that, but more emphasis seems to be given to the chocolate and not quite enough to the brownie. All 3 Truffles were good but average. | |
| Purple Finch Cafe 124 S. River Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 232-1953 |
Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Gluten-Free | • Blueberry Grilled Tea Bread • Chocolate Banana Grilled Tea Bread • Custom Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) • Thai Salad • 603 Sandwich |
Blueberry Grilled Tea Bread was a nice starter. A tasty little pick-at to start the meal. Same for the Chocolate Banana Grilled Tea Bread. Omelette was fine but average. Corned Beef Hash was ok. Thai Salad was good but nothing outstanding. Same for the 603 Sandwich, note for which I subbed out the bagel for a wrap. | |
| Putnam Pantry 255 Newbury St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 774-2383 |
Ice Cream | • Dutch Chocolate Almond Sundae • Dark Chocolate Fudge |
The way this place works is, you order a flavor and a size, and then go to the toppings bar (about 9 or 10 toppings), and self-top. A nice idea but nothing special flavorwise. The fudge they make there was not all that great. | |
| PVDonuts 79 Ives St. Providence, RI 02906 |
Donuts, Breakfast & Bakery | • Tiramisu Donut • Banana Split Donut • PB Mousse with Hazelnut Glaze Donut • Pina Colada Donut |
Honestly, none of these impressed me in the slightest. | |
| PZA Grille & Bar 331 Lafayette St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 594-4973 |
Pizza, Burgers | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | I'd put the Pepperoni Pizza on the far better side of average. A nice thin crust with a good flavor. No great wow factor but you definitely won't be disappointed. | |
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| Q's Nuts 100 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 764-3741 |
Specialty Foods | • Various Nuts | I tried every kind of nut that they had on offering, and while I can't say that there was any one particular one that stood out for me as a must try, if you're looking for some tasty nuts, this place might be worth a stop in. Take that as you will. | |
| Qdoba Mexican Grill 300 Mishawum Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 933-5402 — Various Locations |
Chain, Fast Food | • Steak Queso Burrito • Shredded Beef Taco • 3-Cheese Nachos |
All average. No great standouts but nothing bad. Frankly, in a choice between this and Taco Bell, I'd probably choose Taco Bell. Take that as you will. | |
| Quan's Kitchen 427 Washington St. Weymouth, MA 02188 (781) 337-7826 — Various Locations |
Chinese, Sushi | • Egg Roll • Beef Teriyaki • Boneless Spareribs • Hot & Sour Soup • Kung Pow Beef (Mandarin) • General Gao's Chicken • Sesame Beef • Orange Beef |
√ Kung Pow Beef (Mandarin) | Really all the food is reasonably good here. The Kung Pow Beef (Mandarin) is the best of the samplings, as it had the most flavorful meat, and was well balanced with the sauce and vegetables. It may not be the most amazing dish ever, but you'll certainly be happy eating it. The Boneless Spareribs also get honorable mention. There were some chewy pieces that weren't as good, but the well cooked ones were near perfect. Beef Teriyaki was just shy of honorable mention, but were on the far better side of average. Egg Roll was ok but a little dry. Hot & Sour Soup was average. General Gao's Chicken, Sesame Beef, and Orange Beef were all tasty in their own ways, but were just on the better side of average. |
| Quarry, The 415 Whiting St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 340-7300 |
American, Italian & Seafood | • Butternut Squash Soup • Baked Stuffed Figs |
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| Quarters, The 8 Railroad St. Hadley, MA 01035 (413) 429-4263 |
Hot Dog, American Casual & Breakfast | • Mini Chili Dog • Onion Rings • Mac & Cheese Bites |
Mini Chili Dog was pretty flavorless and awful. Onion Rings had a nice crunch but that was about it. Mac & Cheese Bites were nothing special. Sadly, even the games at this place were boring and dated. Not a fan. | |
| Quattro 264 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 720-0444 |
Italian & Grill | • Arancini & Potato Crochette • Mushroom Pizza |
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| Quiet Few, The 331 Sumner St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 561-1061 |
Bar | • Bacon Bowl • Mac & Cheese • Fancy Broccoli • TQF Wings • TQF Burger |
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| Quiznos Sub 263 Boston Post Rd. Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-7000 |
Fast Food, Deli | • Black Angus Steak • Honey-Bacon Club • Bourbon Grille Steak • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
√ Bourbon Grille Steak | The Bourbon Grille Steak is surprisingly worth the journey. The bread was very soft and fresh, and the ingredients and sauces worked perfectly together. It was a true melt-in-your-mouth experience. Also somewhat surprisingly, I have to give the Black Angus Steak honorable mention. I didn't expect it to be as good as it was (within the chain realm of course) but the flavors of this sandwich actually worked very very well together as well. Lastly, the Honey-Bacon Club also worked quite well together. I believe the true key to all of these is the very fresh bread and ingredients. I'm fairly certainly this will be best of the sandwich chains. The cookie was good but fairly average. |
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| Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar 96 Guest St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617)254-0044 |
American, Tavern & Brewpub | • Butternut & Apple Bisque • Parmesan Herb Arancini • Tempura Cheese (Bar) |
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| Rail Trail Flatbread Co. 33 Main St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 293-3552 — Various Locations |
Pizza & Comfort Food | • Mac & Cheese • ½ Cheesesteak & ½ Pepperoni Paradise Pizza • Mozzarella Sticks • Berry Salad • French Onion Flatbread |
The Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. The Pizza gets honorable mention, with the Cheesesteak side being my preference, but both halves were thoroughly enjoyable. Thin crust and with a nice flavor, it's definitely worth checking out. | |
| Raillery Public House 280 Franklin Village Dr. Franklin, MA 02038 (508) 528-0806 |
Salad, Tacos, Soup | • Charcuterie Pretzel • Skillet Nachos w/Steak Tips • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Pizza • Onion Rings (side) |
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| Railpenny Tavern 8 Exeter Rd. Epping, NH 03042 (603) 734-2609 |
Bars, American (Traditional), Burgers | • Corn Chowder • Mushroom Ravioli • Short Rib • Dad's Mac (small) • Budino |
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| Raising Cane's 949 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 358-5932 |
Chicken, Fast Food | • The Box Combo | I suppose if you're a big fried chicken fan, these would probably be pretty good. However for me, they were far too greasy. Still, that being said, not too bad overall. All sides were pretty average. | |
| Rami's 324 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 738-3577 |
Middle Eastern | • Rami's Special • Cigars • Boorekas • Pastels • Kebbe |
All the items basically fell somewhere between average and good (especially the fried items that all tasted pretty much the same). My recommendation is to try the falafel with some hummus, as these were essentially the best items of the lot. Not the best ever, but still fairly tasty. | |
| Rancatore's 1752 Mass Ave. Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 862-5090 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Ice Cream | The Ice Cream was on the far better side of average, but I've had better. What did impress me though is that you can get variously flavored cones. For example, there is a chocolate chip cone that is not your typical type sugar cone with a few specs of chips in it, but essentially like a thin chocolate chip cookie that is rolled into a cone shape. Similar deal with like 5 or 6 other flavors. I'd say this place is at least worth a stop-in. | |
| Range Bar & Grille, The 306 Whiting St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 875-3382 |
American, American Casual & Pub | • Range Nachos • Steak Tip Salad • Mac & Cheese |
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| Rapscallion Tap & Table 5 Strawberry Hill Rd. Acton, MA 01720 (978) 429-8161 |
Brewpub, American & Pub | • Poutine • Winter Squash Soup • Winter Squash Pumpkin Cannelloni • Chocolate Mousse |
Poutine had a nice variety of flavors that played fairly well together. Better side of average. As was the Winter Squash Soup. Winter Squash Pumpkin Cannelloni had an interesting crepe like look to it, but was just on the slightly better side of average tastewise. Chocolate Mousse was not particularly good. | |
| Raso's 209 Mystic Ave. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 396-2001 |
Italian, Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Chocolate Mousse • Boston Cream Pie • Tiramisu • Arancini • Chicken Parm |
The Pizza was on the better side of average, but still average. Chocolate Mousse had a nice consistency but lacked any real flavor. Boston Cream Pie and Tiramisu were just so-so. | |
| Raven's Nest, The 998 Main St. Walpole, MA 02081 (508) 734-9377 |
American | • Arancini • Stuffed Mushrooms • Ultimate Raven Nachos • Steak Tip Mac & Cheese |
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| Rawley's Drive-In 1886 Post Rd. Fairfield, CT 06824 (203) 259-9023 |
Hot Dog | • Chili Cheese Hot Dog | Average, though the bun was nice and fresh. | |
| Real Deal, The 1882 Centre St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 325-0754 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Onion Rings • Chili Cheese Fries • The Enforcer Panini • Steak Bomb • Pesto Chicken Pizza • Grown Up Grilled Cheese |
The Steak Bomb gets honorable mention. While maybe not the best one out there, it had a very nice flavor, and was not at all chewy or stringy. I would certainly get it if eating here again. The Onion Rings were on the better side of average, still retaining their crispiness even though they were slightly soggy, but still tasted pretty decent. The Chili Cheese Fries were basically a bunch of skin-ons with a sea of cheese melted on them, with a smattering of chili throughout. Honestly, I was not a big fan, which is somewhat surprising since I tend to be a fan of cheese seas. The Enforcer Panini was average and nothing special. Grown Up Grilled Cheese was on the far better side of average. The bread was a little too thick for my taste, but the brisket was very tasty, and was generally well put together. The Pesto Chicken Pizza struck an odd imbalanace between thinness of crust versus amount of toppings. Essentially that means you couldn't even pick up a slice without everything falling off of it... Tastewise it was just ok, which was unfortunate because I remembered it being far better in the past (though granted it may have been a differently topped pie before)... | |
| Real Italian Gusto 24 High St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 396-1656 |
Italian, Pizza | • Arancini • Lasagna • Mushroom Pappardelle • Campania Pizza • Tiramisu • Pistachio Gelato |
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| Rebelle Artisan Bagels 249 Third St. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 870-7177 |
Breakfast, Bagels & Sandwiches | • Bagel & Cream Cheese • Junk Cookie • Brownie • Banana Pudding |
Bagel & Cream Cheese was on the slightly better side of average, but realistically it was closer to just average. Junk Cookie was definitely an unusual combination, and wasn't bad, but just didn't really pop flavorwise. Brownie was on the better side of average. Banana Pudding was nothing special. | |
| Red Arrow Diner 61 Lowell St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 626-1118 — Various Locations |
Diner, American Casual | • Custom Omelette • Chocolate Cream Pie • Homemade Twinkie |
Omelette was good but average. Chocolate Cream Pie was too bland. If you're a big Twinkie fan you'll definitely love these. As a general dessert/snack, I'd say fair to good. Honorable mention for being a 24 hour diner! | |
| Red Heat Tavern 152 Great Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 538-4330 — Various Locations |
Tavern, American & Pub | • Creole Potato Chips • Creole Chicken & Corn Soup • Honey Turkey Wrap • Tavern Poutine • Steak Tips • Cilantro Rice • RHT Beef Nachos • Soft Pretzels with Beer Cheese • Mac & Cheese |
√ RHT Nachos | The RHT Beef Nachos get the full nod here. Not the most amazing ever but quite well balanced with a slight sweetness from corn, and the meat marinade. Creole Potato Chips were nothing special. Creole Chicken & Corn Soup was on the far better side of average. It had a nice blend of ingredients, and while I'm not as big of a fan of non-creamy soups, the corn added just enough of a touch to make everything come together very well. Honey Turkey Wrap was beyond average. Tavern Poutine didn't have the ingredients in the right proportions, though the meat was actually pretty good. Steak Tips needed a better marinade. Cilantro Rice was good but nothing special. Soft Pretzels with Beer Cheese were fine. Mac & Cheese was underwhelming. |
| Red House 98 Winthrop St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 576-0605 |
Outdoor Dining, Mediterranean | • Mushroom Phyllo • Asparagus Soup • Tiramisu • Roasted Corn Dip • Chocolate Mousse |
Mushroom Phyllo was nothing special. Asparagus Soup was on the slightly better side of average. Tiramisu was actually almond cake, so it's misnamed. Better side of average tastewise. Roasted Corn Dip was fine but nothing outstanding. Chocolate Mousse was on the better side of average. | |
| Red Lantern 240 Fox Tower Dr. Mashantucket, CT 06338 (860) 312-8480 |
Asian, Sushi | • Hot & Sour Soup • Wood Fired Skewers • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Teriyaki Noodle Steak |
√ Hot & Sour Soup | The Hot & Sour Soup was the surprise standout here. It had the perfect balance of creaminess and spiciness, was just overall really tasty. Highly recommend! The Wood Fired Skewers and Vegetable Spring Rolls were both average. The Teriyaki Noodle Steak was also fairly average, but the meat was pretty good (at least the pieces that weren't chewy...) |
| Red Lion Tavern, The 71 S. Main St. Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 383-1704 |
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| Red Mango 334 Massachusetts Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (857) 366-4116 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream, Healthy & Chain | • Cake Batter Frozen Yogurt | Not bad, but nothing special. | |
| Red Robin 310 Daniel Webster Hwy. Nashua, NH 03060 (603) 888-4691 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Chain | • Towering Onion Rings • Game Day Nachos • Bacon Cheeseburger • French Onion Soup • Mountain High Mudd Pie |
The Towering Onion Rings get honorable mention. Really the only thing that kept them from being worth the journey was that they were too greasy. Flavorwise and crunchwise, they were very tasty. The Bacon Cheeseburger was average and not very memorable. Game Day Nachos were average. French Onion Soup was ok, but very salty. The Mountain High Mudd Pie was on the better side of average. | |
| Red Rock Grill & Bar 64 W. Main St. Upton, MA 01568 (508) 529-0500 |
Comfort Food, Grill | • Chicken Pot Pie Spring Rolls • Korean Bibimbap Chicken Tenders |
√ Chicken Pot Pie Spring Rolls | Chicken Pot Pie Spring Rolls gets the nod here mostly for how unusual this item is, and how true to flavor. If you want a lighter version of a chicken pot pie, this is a must try. Korean Bibimbap Chicken Tenders were nice and meaty but a bit spicy. Bonus points for very friendly service. |
| Red Rose 1060 Main St. Springfield, MA 01103 (413) 739-8510 |
Pizza & Italian | • Fried Mozzarella • Arancini • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Red Stripe 465 Angell St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 437-6950 |
American Casual, Bistro | • Red Stripe Grilled Cheese & French Onion Soup (L) • Short Rib Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup (L) • Mushroom Omelette (Br) • Bread Pudding French Toast (Br) • Chocolate Cake |
French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average. Red Stripe Grilled Cheese was good but a little dry. Chocolate Cake was very average. Mushroom Omelette was average. Bread Pudding French Toast was interesting, but it didn't really stand out for me. Short Rib Grilled Cheese was fine but a little bready. The Tomato Soup was creamy and hearty, and I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Red's Kitchen + Tavern 131 Newbury St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 531-7337 |
Breakfast, American Casual & Diner | • Onion Rings • Sirloin Tips • Chef Dave's Mushroom Chowder • Braised Beef Ravioli • Dark Chocolate Pudding • Chef Dave's Short Rib Shumai Dumplings |
√ Chef Dave's Mushroom Chowder | Chef Dave's Mushroom Chowder gets the nod more for it's combination of tasty and unusual, rather than just amazingly good. The soup could've been a tad creamier, but with the combination of a mashed potato mountain in the center, this dish is definaitely worth a try. Dark Chocolate Pudding gets honorable mention. Super tasty, but a little bit too much of a good thing. Try it and see what I mean. Onion Rings, Chef Dave's Short Rib Shumai Dumplings, and Braised Beef Ravioli were all average. Sirloin Tips were on the far better side of average, but needed a better saucing/marinate. |
| RedBones 55 Chester Ave. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 628-2200 |
Bbq | • Hush Puppies • Corn Fritters • Corn Pudding • Chili • BBQ Beef Brisket • Mac & Cheese (side) • Onion Rings (side) |
√ Onion Rings | The Onion Rings get the unexpected nod here. They were actually more of the Onion String variety, but they were so well spiced and flavor balanced, I didn't want to stop stop eatin them, one of the key criteria for being worth the journey. The Mac & Cheese was also on the far better side of average, having a nice flavor balance, but not quite in the amazing category. Corn Fritters were on the better side of average, while the Hush Puppies were too dry. Corn Pudding was good but average. BBQ Beef Brisket was on the slightly better side of average. There's better varieties out there. Chili was pretty unfortunate, with the meat within being mostly fat, and the rest just being too watery. Avoid. |
| Redstone American Grill 20 Third Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 229-0330 |
American, Comfort Food & Steak | • Lodge Cornbread • Rotisserie Chicken Chopped Salad • Banana Cream Pie |
As far as cornbreads go, the Lodge Cornbread gets honorable mention for not only being moist, but having actual corn pieces within it. If the flavor would've burst just a bit more it would'v been worth the journey, but I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Rotisserie Chicken Chopped Salad was on the far better side of average for the nice mix of ingredients, but frankly it's kind of hard to mess up a salad... The Banana Cream Pie was not really a pie at all, but more like a giant tub of graham bottm, bananas and banana pudding middle, and whipped cream on top. It was fine, but there was no real standout flavor here as all the pieces just kind of mushed together and got in each others way. | |
| Rein's Deli 345 Hartford Tpke. Vernon, CT 06066 (860) 875-1344 |
Deli, Bagels | • Cheddar Fries • Turkey & Swiss Sandwich • The Chocolate Thing |
Good, but average. Of my selection, I'd give honorable mention to the cheddar that came with the fries, although not the actual combination, as well as the chocolate ice cream that came with The Chocolate Thing, but not necessarily The Chocolate Thing itself. | |
| Renegades Pub 1004 Bennington St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 418-7690 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Burgers & Comfort Food | • Panko Chicken • Bacon Cheeseburger w/Tater Tot |
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| Reunion Tap & Table 198 Worcester St. Grafton, MA 01536 (774) 293-5501 |
American (Traditional), Beer Bar | • Veggie Poutine • Wicked Twisted Pretzel • Steak Fajita Eggrolls • Spinach Ricotta Arancini • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese • Mushroom Risotto • Reunion Burger • Ultimate Grilled Cheese w/Onion Rings • Garlic Bread (side) |
Spinach Ricotta Arancini was crispy but nothing amazing flavorwise. French Onion Soup was hearty, and I'd put it on the better side of average. Ultimate Grilled Cheese was decent for what it was. A little bready but not too bad. Better side of average. Onion Rings were crispy but very little flavor. Garlic Bread was fine. | |
| REV Burger 55 Dodge St. Beverly, MA 01915 (351) 223-8049 |
Burgers | • Bacon Burger • Chili Cheese Dog • Cheeseburger Spring Rolls • Chicken Tenders |
Note that this place used to be Evviva Cucina, and the owner and team essentially retained most of the menu, so look for my review of Evviva as a suppliment to this. | |
| Revival Cafe & Kitchen 125 Cambridge Park Dr. Cambridge, MA 02140 (617) 665-5899 — Various Locations |
Cafes, Bakeries, Coffee & Tea | • Plain Jane with Bacon (B) • Crema Roast Turkey • Banana Bread • Banana Coconut Muffin • Chocolate Tahini Cake • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Fudge Cake • Mudslide Cookie |
The Plain Jane with Bacon gets honorable mention. It wasn't even that there was necessarily anything that special about it per-se, but the biscuit was not too dry, the bacon was not too fatty, and somehow the ingredients just came together very nicely! Crema Roast Turkey could've used a slice of cheese, and I didn't love the slaw, but it still wasn't too bad overall. All the ingredients were very fresh. As to the bakery samplings, I didn't love the Chocolate Tahini Cake, and the Banana Coconut Muffin was somewhat flavorless, but the rest I'd put on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Revolution American Bistro 2190 Broad St. Cranston, RI 02905 (401) 780-8700 |
American, American Casual & Comfort Food | • French Onion Soup • Pierogi Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Revolution Hall 3 Maguire Rd. Lexington, MA 02421 (781) 778-7158 |
Food Court | • Pizza • Sous Vide Fire Roasted Steak Tacos • Orange Chicken Bowl • Maple Smoked Turkey Sandwich • Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake |
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| Rhody Hen Cafe 350 Prospect St. Pawtucket, RI 02860 (401) 475-1368 — Various Locations |
Breakfast & Brunch, Fish & Chips, Cafes | • Mini Breakfast Quesadillas • Custom Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) • Steak Tips (side) |
Mini Breakfast Quesadillas were more like regular sized bacon egg and cheese tacos. A fun concept, and the crunch added a nice element, but somewhat average flavorwise. Custom Omelette was good. Corned Beef Hash was on the far better side of average. Steak Tips were on the better side of average. | |
| Ri Ra 72 Commercial St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 761-4446 — Various Locations |
Irish, Pub | • Irish Snack Box • Onion Rings |
The Irish Snack Box was unusual, but felt to me like on of those items that would be enjoyed as 'pickings' with a beer. By itself I'd put the flavor on the better side of average. Onion Rings were more like strings, and were just ok. | |
| Richardson's Ice Cream 978 S. Main St. Middleton, MA 01949 (978) 774-5450 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Death By Chocolate Ice Cream • Frozen Pudding Ice Cream • Rocky Road Ice Cream |
√ Death By Chocolate Ice Cream | Some of the most amazing ice cream I've ever tasted. Perfectly smooth and creamy without being overly sweet or acidic. Certainly a top contender for best ice cream out there, but most definitely a dish worth the journey. The Rocky Road Ice Cream was good as well with full size mini-marshmallows, but still didn't quite compare to the DBC. The Frozen Pudding Ice Cream was ok, but again no compare to the DBC. |
| Richie's Slush 2084 Revere Beach Pkwy. Everett, MA 02149 (617) 389-6407 |
Ice Cream, Dessert | • Cotton Candy Slush | It didn't really taste Cotton Candy to me, but I still can't deny a satisfying refreshment from this, so I give it honorable mention. | |
| Rick's Food & Spirits 143 Main St. Kingston, NH 03848 (603) 347-5287 |
American Casual, Tavern & Pub | • Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls • Frosted Flake Chicken Fingers • Best French Onion Soup Around • Twin Short Rib Sliders • Best French Fries Around • Grandma Aseret's Homemade Carrot Cake |
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| Ricochet, The 35 Manchester Rd. Derry, NH 03038 (603) 247-9012 |
Pizza | • Mozzarella Sticks • Tenders Dish w/Onion Rings • Teriyaki Bomb Cheesesteak • ½ Lenny Pop ½ Duke Pizza |
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| Rincon Limeno 260 Broadway Revere, MA 02151 (781) 284-2670 — Various Locations |
Latin American, Peruvian | • Yuca a La Huancaina • Empanada • Aji de Gallina • Lomo Saltado de Carne • Arroz Chaufa de Carne • Tacu Tacu a lo Pobre • Rice Pudding • Flan |
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| Rino's Place 258 Saratoga St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-7412 |
Italian | • Arancini • Gnocchi • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
I hate to say it but I'm honestly not sure what all the hype is about this place. The Arancini was pretty flavorless. Gnocchi was fine I guess for what it was but it really didn't stand out as anything. Chicken Parm wasn't too bad flavorwise but chicken had too many chewy pieces. Tiramisu was on the better side of average but it's not housemade. Far better options out there... | |
| Rising Eagle Publick House 505 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176 (617) 936-0529 |
American, Comfort Food, Burgers | • Deviled Eggs • Soup N Salad • Beef Grilled Cheese • Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Ritcey East 208 Waverly Ave. Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 744-0122 |
American Casual & Comfort Food | • Soft Pretzel • Adult Hawt Pocket • Hot Diggity Dog • Return of the Mac Burger w/Onion Rings • Oodles of Noodles • Ain't EZ Being Cheezy Mac & Cheese |
Adult Hawt Pockets were ok, but the dough to filling ratio was off. Return of the Mac Burger was nothing special. Same for the Onion Rings. Oodles of Noodles and Soft Pretzel were absolutely nothing special. Hot Diggity Dog is a fun idea in principle, but the dog was too big for the bun, and the toppings basically ate through the bread which made the whole thing fall apart. Nothing special taste-wise anyway. Ain't EZ Being Cheezy Mac & Cheese was similarly a fun idea, that was somewhat average in execution/taste. | |
| River Road Tavern 193 S. River Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 206-5837 |
American Casual, Burgers & Tavern | • Applewood Smoked Bacon • French Onion Dip • Kobe Burger |
Applewood Smoked Bacon was exactly that. Can't really go too wrong with it but it's much beyond that. French Onion Dip was similarly fine, though the accompanying House Made BBQ Chips were noteworthy. Kobe Burger was meaty reasonably good, though the accompanying Shoestring Fries and THEIR accompanying sauce were noteworthy. Better side of average. Bonus points for really good service here. | |
| Robert's Maine Grill 326 US Rte. 1 Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 439-0300 |
Seafood, Lobster | • Fried Maine Cheese • Sirloin Tips Moxie & Bourbon BBQ • Onion Rings (side) • Sweet Potato Fries (side) • Triple Chocolate Cake (Bite Size) |
The Fried Maine Cheese came out as little squiggles rather than sticks, which was fun, but taste was still fairly average. Sirloin Tips Moxie & Bourbon BBQ had a great sauce, but the tips were fairly chewy. Onion Rings were on the better side of average. Sweet Potato Fries and Triple Chocolate Cake were average. | |
| Rocco's Doughnut Company 3 Colonial Dr. Westboro, MA 01581 (508) 917-6608 — Various Locations |
Donuts | • Chocolate Glazed Donut • Boston Cream Donut • Cookies & Cream Donut |
All samples were fairly average. Boston Cream was maybe on the better side of average. | |
| Rochambeau 900 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 247-0400 |
French, Bars | • French Onion Soup • Rochamburger • Mac & Cheese (side) • Mocha Bavarois |
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| Rock Bottom Brewery 115 Stuart St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 742-2739 |
American Casual, Chain | • RB Appetizer Sampler • Asiago Dip with Beer Bread • Stout Onion Soup • Steak Chili |
√ Stout Onion Soup | In a very unexpected but happy surprise, the Stout Onion Soup tasted amazingly good. The stout added a slight creaminess to the consistency, and a flavor with really made the taste jump out at me. This is a definite contender for best onion soup out there. The chili was good but nothnig special, the RB Appetizer Sampler was huge, but that does not necessarily translate into tasty. It was very average. Lastly the Asiago Dip with Beer Bread had an interesting flavor, but was still fairly average at best. |
| Rock City Pizza 568 Cambridge St. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 782-7625 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Chicken Wings, Salad | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Blanco Hawaiian Pizza • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Steak & Cheese Bomb Sub • Oreo Mousse Cake • Tiramisu |
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| Rockin Cupcakes 42 Bearskin Neck Rockport, MA 01966 (978) 852-8282 |
Cupcakes & Bakery | • Triple Chocolate Cupcake • Chocolate • Pistachio Nut • Boston Cream |
Honestly, they were ok, but I've had better. | |
| Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 120 Laconia Rd. Tilton, NH 03276 (603) 286-7663 |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Coconut Cream • Chocolate Cream • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Dark Chocolate Almond Bark |
All items very average. | |
| Rod Thai Family Taste 94 Peterborough St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 859-0969 |
Thai | • Thai Spring Rolls • Golden Triangles • Mango Curry • Crispy Chicken Pad Thai |
Thai Spring Rolls and Golden Triangles were average. Mango Curry had a slight kick to it, but fairly tasty. Crispy Chicken Pad Thai was on the far better side of average. | |
| Romaine's Wood Grill and Bar 299 W. Main St. Northboro, MA 01532 (508) 393-8889 |
Bistro, Grill | • Steak Tips w/Truffle Parm Fries • Short Ribs • Cinnamon Bread Pudding • Coconut Cream Pie |
Steak Tips were a little too tough and unimpressive. Truffle Parm Fries actually get honorable mention. I wouldn't call them a standout, but they'd make for a perfect bar snack to pick at while drinking. Very enjoyable. Short Ribs were fine but average. Cinnamon Bread Pudding was ok but a bit heavy. I realize it's bread pudding but it still seemed a little heavier than it needed to be. And speaking of heavy, the Coconut Cream Pie was like a brick as far as cream pies go. Not a fan. | |
| Ron's Gourmet Ice Cream & 20th Century Bowling 1231 Hyde Park Ave. Hyde Park, MA 02136 (617) 364-5274 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Oreo Cake Batter Ice Cream • Dutch Chocolate Ice Cream |
√ Oreo Cake Batter Ice Cream | The Oreo Cake Batter Ice Cream was the standout between the 2 flavors sampled. It was basically eating ice cream that tasted exactly like oreo filling. You simply can't go wrong with that. The Dutch Chocolate Ice Cream wasn't quite as good, but it mixed well with the oreo. Definitely a good place for a stop-in. |
| Ronnie's Waffle's 1400 Pleasant St. Bridgewater, MA 02324 (508) 508-4106 |
Breakfast & Brunch | • Ronnie Tots • Cinn-A-Ron |
Cinn-A-Ron was actually pretty good as far as waffles go. A nice mix of flavors that played well together. Ronnie Tots were similarly good with a nice crunch and good overall flavor. No super standouts but I would certainly stop in here again if in the area looking for breakfast! | |
| Rosa Mexicano 155 Seaport Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 476-6122 |
Mexican | • Queso • Enchillada Sampler w/Mexican Rice • Esquites • Flan • Chopped Cheese Alambre Tacos |
√ Mushroom Enchillada w/Mole Sauce | Queso was not creamy and not very flavorful. Esquites were fine. Flan was not very flavorful. Of the Enchillada's sampled, the brisket was average, and the Chihuahua cheese one was on the slightly better side of average, but the mushroom one tasted amazing. I'm not sure if it was the mole sauce which was just heaven in a bite, but something in the combo worked wonders. This is the item to get here, but just be sure you get it with the mole! Chopped Cheese Alambre Tacos get honorable mention for essentially being like cheeseburger slides without buns. If you feel like a slider without a lot of breadiness, this is the item to try. |
| Rosalina's Kitchen 83 Hamilton St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 926-8887 |
Italian & B.Y.O.B. | • Mozzarella Marinara • Sebastien's Cabin |
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| Rose 387 Chelsea St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 271-2856 |
Tapas Bars, Lounges, Cocktail Bars | • Croquettes De Pollo • Empanadas Argentinas • Creamy Potato Basil Soup • Choco Flan |
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| Rose & Vicki's 358 Court St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 746-6066 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Take-out | • Pizza (slice) • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Fudge Square • Chocolate Bomba • Boston Cream Pie |
The Pizza was on the better side of average, but still average. Same for the Chocolate Chip Cookie. The Fudge Square, Chocolate Bomba, and Boston Cream Pie were just average. | |
| Rose Alley Ale House 94 Front St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 858-5123 |
Brewpub, Wings & Burgers | • Sunken Chips • Burger • Boneless Wings |
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| Rosebud Kitchen 381 Summer St. Somerville, MA 02140 (617) 629-9500 |
American & Comfort Food | • Mac & Cheese • Texas Rachel in a Skirt • Chocolate Mousse • Chocolate Ganache Tart |
Mac & Cheese was fine but not cheesy enough. A very nice Ritz cracker topping though. Texas Rachel in a Skirt was nice on paper, but really nothing special flavorwise. Moreover, the brisket was a lot fattier than I would've liked... Chocolate Mousse and Chocolate Ganache Tart were both fine. They used to have a booming pie business but sadly not anymore...:( | |
| Rosewood Restaurant 445 Hartford Ave. Bellingham, MA 02019 (508) 966-1126 |
Seafood & Ice Cream | • Onion Rings • Ice Cream |
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| Rossetti's Restaurant 47 Sutton St. Lynn, MA 01901 (781) 599-2051 — Various Locations |
Italian | • House Made Beef Short Rib Tortellini • Arancini • The Burger • Tiramisu • Prosciutto Di Parma Flatbread |
House Made Beef Short Rib Tortellini was good but no standout flavor. Exact same with the Arancini. The Burger was very average. Tiramisu was on the slightly better side of average. Prosciutto Di Parma Flatbread, which I got at the Beverly location, actually gets honorable mention! It's pretty much what you're looking for in a flatbread, thin, crispy, cheesy, with ingredients that generally work well together. While it didn't have any great wow factor to give it the full nod, it's still a dish that you won't regret trying. | |
| Roundabout Diner & Lounge 580 US Hwy. 1 Bypass Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 431-1440 |
Diner, Breakfast | • Blue Cheese Chips • Chili • Bacon (side) • Grilled 3-Cheese Sandwich • Banana Cream Pie • Chocolate Cream Pie • Triple Chocolate Frappe • Fowl Balls |
The Blue Cheese Chips a bit greasy, but still on the far better side of average in enjoyability. The Chili seemed kind of "upscale" in that it seemed braised beef based. A nice spice, but not quite there flavorwise. Bacon gets honorable mention, but mostly just due to its being thick cut, and having virtually no fat. Grilled 3-Cheese Sandwich was good but average. Triple Chocolate Frappe was good but tasted a little too Hershey's syrup. Take that as you will. Both pies were sadly average. Fowl Balls were absolutely horrible. You'd think by the description it would be bacon wrapped around breaded chicken, not bacon INSTEAD of the breading... Maybe it's just me on this one but I couldn't even finish this dish... | |
| Row 34 300 District Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 761-6500 — Various Locations |
Seafood | • Bacon Cheddar Burger • Butterscotch Pudding |
Bacon Cheddar Burger was meaty and decent, but also quite messy. Better side of average overall. Butterscotch Pudding was tasty enough, but honestly nothing to write home about. | |
| Rowes Wharf Sea Grille Boston Harbor Hotel 70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA 02110 (617) 856-7744 |
Seafood, Outdoor Dining | • Pan Seared Vegetable Spring Rolls • Pan Fried Vegetable Shumai • Spiced Pumpkin Pie • Double Chocolate Mousse Tort • Boston Custard Cream Pie • Macadamia Nut Pie • Dessert Wine |
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| Rox Diner 1881 Centre St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 327-1909 — Vaious Locations |
Diner, Breakfast & Comfort Food | • Custom Omelette • Banana & Nutella Stuffed French Toast • Onion Rings • Corned Beef Hash |
Omelette was on the better side of average, mostly because the smoked gouda is an unusual cheese that you don't normally see used in omelettes, and it worked really well. Onion Rings were average, though a bit on the greasy side. Banana & Nutella Stuffed French Toast was not stuffed but layered, and that's exactly what it was..3 ingredients on top of each other. Fine but very average. Corned Beef Hash was on the far better side of average. They had some nice fixins to it, but I can't say I was wowed. That being said, hash is not typically a dish I order... | |
| Roxy's Grilled Cheese 292 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 714-5203 |
Comfort Food & Burgers | • 3 Cheese Grilled Cheese • Mighty Rib Grilled Cheese • Justin's Burger • Truffle Fries |
√ Justin's Burger √ Truffle Fries |
Justin's Burger gets the surprising nod here. I'm not sure what it was about it exactly, but I think it was just a winning combination of ingredients and flavors. Moreover, it was just the right size to be satisfying without going overboard. What's really surprising is that both grilled cheeses were just about average. Fine, but nothing special. The Truffle Fries were also amazingly good. Thin, skin on, flavorful, and without going overboard on the truffle oil. A perfect addition to the burger. Stick with the burger and fries and you'll be a happy camper! |
| Royal Pastry Shop 317 Marrett Rd. Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 862-9609 — Various Locations |
Bakery | • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Blueberry Muffin • Almond Macaroon • Biscotti • Eclair • Tiramisu • Rum Baba • Rum Cake • Lobster Tail • Apple Strudle • Frosted Brownie |
√ Blueberry Muffin | The Blueberry Muffin was one of the better ones I've had. Loaded with blueberries, and a great balance of flavors and ingredients, and was very fresh. Ham & Cheese Croissant, Lobster Tail, and Almond Macaroon were on the better side of average. Biscotti was not that good. The Eclair, which was filled with both custard AND whipped cream, was a little dry and not that flavorful. Same for the Apple Strudle. Tiramisu, Frosted Brownie, and Rum Baba were average. Rum Cake was very average. |
| Royal River Grillhouse, The 106 Lafayette St. Yarmouth, ME 04096 (207) 846-1226 |
Grill, Steak & Seafood | • Caramelized Pear Puff Pastry • Truffle Cheese Fries • Grill House Burger |
Caramelized Pear Puff Pastry was unusual but not amazing. Truffle Cheese Fries were on the better side of average. Grill House Burger was good but average. | |
| Royal Roast Beef & Seafood 752 Bennington St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-7779 |
Sandwiches & Seafood | • Steak & Cheese Sub | Steak & Cheese Sub was on the better side of average. Even still, the sub was very meat packed. | |
| Rozafa Mediterranean Bistro 1089 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 657-5111 |
Mediterranean, Wine Bars, Breakfast & Brunch | • French Onion Soup • Teriyaki Steak Tips |
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| Rubato 412 Hancock St. Quincy, MA 02171 (617) 481-2049 |
Hong Kong Style Cafe, Comfort Food, Cantonese | • Beef Brisket Bao • Ovaltine Custard French Toast • Sesame Hoisin Cheung Fun |
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| Ruby Tuesday 1 Premium Outlets Blvd. Wrentham, MA 02093 (508) 384-5213 — Various Locations |
Chain, Burgers | • Philly Cheesesteak Potstickers • Thai Spring Rolls • Italian Five-Cheese Skillet • Crispy Chicken Mac & Cheese • Triple Prime Bacon Cheddar Burger w/Onion Rings • Cookies & Cream Cake |
Philly Cheesesteak Potstickers were good but average. Same for the Thai Spring Rolls. Triple Prime Bacon Cheddar Burger was nothing special. Onion Rings had a nice crispiness and reasonable flavor, so I'd put them on the slightly better side of average. Italian Five-Cheese Skillet had a nice flavor with the italian spices, so I'd rate it at the far better side of average. It comes with cheesy pita bread for dipping, but frankly, you don't even need it. Crispy Chicken Mac & Cheese was on the far better side of average, mostly due to some flavorful chicken bites. But it still could've been way cheesier. Cookies & Cream Cake was average. | |
| Russell House Tavern 14 JFK St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 500-3055 |
American | • R House Burger • R House Cookies |
R House Burger was fine, but nothing special. Accompanying fries were on the far better side of average though. R House Cookies were nothing special. | |
| Ruth's Chris Steak House 500 Totten Pond Rd. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 622-9775 — Various Locations |
Steak, Chain | • Tenderloin Skewer Salad (Bar) • Au Gratin Potatoes • Sweet Potato Casserole • Chocolate Mousse |
√ Tenderloin Skewer Salad | The Tenderloin Skewer Salad was one of the best overall appetizer dishes that I've ever have. I must've been the glaze that really put it over the top, but I have to say I could not find one single thing that I would change about this dish, except to maybe make it bigger just because it was so good. This is an absolute must try dish! Au Gratin Potatoes were very average. Sweet Potato Casserole was on the slightly better side of average. Chocolate Mousse was nothing special. |
| Rye Tavern 517 Old Sandwich Rd. Plymouth, MA 02134 (508) 591-7515 |
American Fine Dining | • Blue Cheese Gougeres • Burger • Toffee Blondie Sundae |
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| S&S 1334 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 354-0620 |
Deli | • Asian Chicken Wrap • Smoked Turkey, Swiss, Bacon on Croissant • Onion Rings • Potato Knish • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Boston Cream Pie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie |
The Asian Chicken Wrap gets honorable mention. While not super amazing, it was a very solid tasty sandwich that had nice complimentary flavors, and was quite satisfying. Chocolate Mousse Cake similarly gets honorable mention. Not amazing, but a tasty combination of flavors. Smoked Turkey, Swiss, Bacon on Croissant was good but average. Onion Rings were very average. Boston Cream Pie was not that good. Chocolate Chip Cookie was on the better side of average. Potato Knish and Brownie were average. | |
| Sagres Restaurant 177 Columbia St. Fall River, MA 02721 (508) 675-7018 |
Portuguese | • Traditional Portuguese Flan Custard • Tiramisu • Rice Pudding • Pudim Bolacha de Maria • Chocolate Mousse |
Traditional Portuguese Flan Custard was very enjoyable for what it was. Rice Pudding had a very nice lemony flavor which was a different but enjoyable take. Tiramisu was very average. Pudim Bolacha de Maria, which is kind of like a dry pastry as a pudding, but was that exciting. Chocolate Mousse was very chocolaty and enjoyable, if a little rich. Far better side of average for that one. | |
| Saje Kitchen 332 Atwells Ave. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 473-0504 |
Southern, American (New) | • Smoky Street Corn Dip • Triple Fried Chicken Wings • Brisket Cheddar Spring Rolls • Gourmet Mac n Cheese • Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots • Guinness Braised Beef Short Ribs |
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| Sal's Pizza & Italian Restaurant 328 Boston Rd. Billerica, MA 01862 (978) 671-9393 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Italian | • Pizza (slice) | It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special flavorwise. | |
| Salem Cross Inn 260 W. Main St. W. Brookfield, MA 01585 (508) 867-2345 |
New England, Inn | • French Onion Soup • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
The French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average. A nice cheesy creation that just didn't quite have the wow factor, but was still quite enjoyable. Chocolate Mousse Cake gets honorable mention. This tasted like a really good piece of wedding cake, served with a dollop of real whipped cream. A nice ending to my little meal. Also of note is a nice little bread basket with various muffins and pastries. | |
| Sally's Apizza 237 Wooster St. New Haven, CT 06511 (203) 624-5271 |
Pizza | • Cheese Pizza • Arancini • Fried Mozzarella • Garlic Bread • Wedge Salad • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Cannoli Pie • Tiramisu |
The pizza in and of itself was quite good, but between having to wait in line for an hour before it opened, two hours waiting for it to be prepared, and then paying almost $20 for a large plain, I would not call this worth the journey. | |
| Saloniki Greek 181 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 714-5152 — Various Locations |
Greek, Fast Food & Sandwiches | • Chicken Pita • Greek Fries |
Chicken Pita was pretty tasty, but I'd say about 90% of that was due to a very tasty pita. Fillings were just ok. So I'd average it out to being on the better side of average. Greek Fries were similarly tasty, but felt like they were missing something. Still on the better side of average. | |
| Saloon 255 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 628-4444 |
Pub, Irish & American | • Ugly Onion Dip | This is more of a speakeasy for drinks, and while they have a few food items, this is not what it's about. Ugly Onion Dip was just ok. | |
| Salt 170 Water St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (774) 283-4660 |
American (New) | • Farmer's Cheese Dumplings • Black Truffle Mazeman Noodles • Johnny's Smashburger • Dark Chocolate Miso Cremeux |
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| Salt + Stone 463 Assembly Row Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 764-1541 |
Seafood, Cocktail Bars, American (New) | • Seasonal Board • Cast Iron Baked Brie • Summer Salad (½) • Wild Mushroom Flatbread • Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Salt + Stone Burger |
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| Salt Society 146 Front St. Scituate, MA 02066 (781) 733-9030 |
Sushi Bars, Seafood | • Chicken Tenders | Chicken Tenders were small but crispy, and I'd put them on the better side of average. I acknowledge though that there is a lot more to this place so you may have to judge this one for yourself. | |
| Salty Days 85 S. Main St. Cohasset, MA 02025 (781) 383-2500 — Various Locations |
Seafood, Sushi Bars, Wine Bars | • Smash Burger | ||
| Salty Pig, The 130 Darmouth St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 536-6200 |
American, Pizza | • Pizza | ||
| Salvatore's 354 Merrimack St. Lawrence, MA 01843 (978) 291-0220 — Various Locations |
Italian, Pizza | • Gnocchi Pesto • Arancini Fiorentina • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Stuffed Chicken Parm • Tiramisu • Almond Cake |
Chicken Parm gets honorable mention here. Just shy of the full nod, it had a nice crunch, good sauce, and fresh accompanying pasta. It still missed a certain wow factor, but pretty damn good (even as cold leftovers!). Gnocchi Pesto, Arancini Fiorentina, and Butternut Squash Ravioli were all pretty average. Tiramisu and Almond Cake were nothing special. | |
| Sam LaGrassa's 44 Province St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 357-6861 |
Deli, Sandwiches | • Turkey, Ham, & Swiss with Bacon & Cole Slaw (L) • Chipotle Pastrami (L) • Fresh Brewed Iced Tea (L) • Chocolate Chip Cookie (L) |
√ Chipotle Pastrami | I'm not typically a fan of Chipotle type items, but I have to say I was really impressed with this sandwich. I'm not sure if it was the pastrami that these guys are apparently known for, or the amazingly soft, fresh bread, but wow! I feel like it has been a while since I've had a sandwich this good... Comparitively, the Turkey, Ham, & Swiss was also good, but I think I preferred the Chipotle Pastrami a bit more due to its ingredient conbination. Still, I don't think you'll be too disappointed no matter what you get here. Fresh Brewed Iced Tea was indeed quite fresh tasting, and frankly didn't even need any sweetener to still be tasty. Chocolate Chip Cookie was on the slightly better side of average. Note that this place is only open during the weekdays, and only during lunchtimes. |
| Sam Walker's 1 Rainin Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 281-2299 |
American (Traditional), Bars | • Brisket Nachos • Italian Eggrolls • Burnt Endz Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips • Walker's Burger Royale w/Bacon & Cheddar Tater Tots |
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| Sandwich Hut, The 1253 N. Main St. Providence, RI 02904 (401) 272-2590 |
Sandwiches & Italian | • Steak Bomb • Meatballs (side) |
Meatballs were good but not outstanding. Steak Bomb was average. | |
| Sandwich Master 145 US Rt. 202 Rindge, NH 03461 (603) 899-2211 |
Sandwiches & Take-out | • Steak Bomb (½) • Pilgrim (½) • Sloppy Master Fries |
The Pilgrim was fine but nothing special. Steak Bomb was on the slightly better side of average, but I felt like the meat to bread ratio was slightly (but just slightly) off, and it could've used more cheese. Request extra cheese if you're gonna get this sandwich. Sloppy Master Fries were similarly ok, but I think would've tasted better with like a cheese sauce poured over them rather than just melted cheese. The Sloppy Joe on top of these was reasonably good too. | |
| Santarpio's Pizza 111 Chelsea St. E. Boston, MA 02129 (617) 567-9871 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza • Mushroom Pizza |
Both pies were good, but I wasn't as impressed as I'd hoped I'd be, given all the hype of comparison between this place and Pizzeria Regina. I thought the mushroom version was better than the pepperoni, but both were not more than the better side of average as far as I'm concerned. | |
| Santoro's Sicilian Trattoria 211 Bridge St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 329-3354 |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Garlic Bread • Arancini • The Grayson |
The Grayson was fine but average. The Garlic Bread is premade, but even after taking it home and heating up, I'd still have to say it was on the better side of average. Arancini was baseball sized, but only on the slightly better side of average flavorwise. | |
| Sarcastic Swine BBQ 988 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 871-0033 |
BBQ, Caterers, Chicken Wings | • 3 Meat Combo • Cherry Mango Sausage • Mac & Cheese (side) • Cole Slaw (side) • Cornbread |
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| Sarto 86 Dorrance St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 270-0790 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Cocktail Bars, Italian | • Carbonara French Fries • Smoked Mushroom Cacio E Pepe • Pistachio Gelato • Chocolate Gelato |
The Carbonara French Fries were generally a solid choice. Slightly crispy and a fairly meaty fry cut. I wanted them to have more cheese sauce, but they were nice to pick at. Smoked Mushroom Cacio E Pepe was fine if a bit bland. Not bad, just really nothing too exciting. Of the 2 Gelatos, the Pistachio had barely any pistachio flavor, and the Chocolate faired better, rating on the far better side of average for the chocoholics. | |
| Sauciety 425 Summer St. S. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 532-4670 |
American, Grill | • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges • Creme Brulee Trio • Cappuccino Intrigue • Chocolate Tasting • Dessert Collection • Dessert Wine |
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| Saus 1 Bow Market Way Somerville, MA 02143 |
Cafe, French | • Fries with Sauces • Waffle • Double Cheddar Frikandel • Sloppy Jacques |
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| Sausage Guy, The Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02215 |
Sandwiches | • Sausage with Peppers & Onions | In all honesty, I don't have a ton of comparison for this type of item, but I suppose I'd have to say it was good for what it was, but I didn't think it was all that amazing in general. | |
| Savin Bar + Kitchen 112 Savin Hill Ave. Dorchester, MA 02125 (617) 288-7500 |
American | • Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips • Ice Cream Sandwiches |
Mac & Cheese w/Steak Tips was very tasty but very heavy. This dish would be better shared. The Mac & Chhese part was made with a cheese sauce, and even though the Steak Tips were coated in it, their flavor still came through. While not necessaily worth the journey, it was very hearty and enjoyable. Ice Cream Sandwiches were a little melty, but still generally enjoyable. That said, you can also get the cookies as a plate by themselves, and I'd recommend this as the ice cream is just plain vanilla and doesn't really add much. The cookies themselves are pretty flavorful. Overall, this is one of those places that has a nice feel to it, and I got the sense that a lot of the dishes might fair the same. Worth checking out. | |
| SAVR 150 Seaport Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 553-7287 |
American, Cocktail Bars | • Roasted Squash Agnolotti (½ size) • Lemon Ricotta Ravioli (½ size) • Burger • Onion Rings (side) • Herb Parmesan Risotto (side) • Chocolate Pot De Creme |
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| Savvor 180 Lincoln St. Boston, MA 02111 (857) 250-2165 |
Southern, Jamaican & BBQ | • Braised Beef Short Rib • Beef Empanadas (side) • Mac 'n Cheese (side) |
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| Sbarro 1245 Worcester Rd. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 650-5714 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Pizza | • Pizza (slice) | Very average, about as I expected. | |
| Scampo 215 Charles St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 536-2100 |
Italian, Pizza | • Elephant Ear Walking • Cacio e Pepe • Tiramisu • Cookie Plate • Dessert Wine |
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| Scarlet Oak Tavern 1217 Main St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 749- 8200 |
Comfort Food, Steak | • Sirloin Steak Tips • Classic Mac & Cheese Bake (side) • Battered Onion Rings (side) • Sweet Corn Risotto • BBQ Brisket Slider |
√ Sirloin Steak Tips √ BBQ Brisket Slider |
The Sirloin Steak Tips were pretty damn yummy. I would've liked a little bit more sauciness, but their flavor and consistency earned them the big nod. The BBQ Brisket Slider was also really good here. It was one of those 'I wish I didn't have to stop eating it' type of dishes. The Battered Onion Rings were average, but the onion relish dipping sauce was awesome. I'd recommend trying to get it with pretty much anything that you order if possible. The Chocolate Espresso Torte was also very good, but just no great wow-factor. The Classic Mac & Cheese Bake and the Sweet Corn Risotto were bland and fairly tasteless. |
| Schoolhouse Pizza 3 School St. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 770-3141 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Loaded Dough Knots |
Pepperoni Pizza was thin crust, but was on the slightly worse side of average flavorwise. Loaded Dough Knots were unimpressive. | |
| Scorpion Bar 253 Patriot Pl. Foxboro, MA 02035 (617) 274-1745 — Various Locations |
Mexican & Southwestern | • Carne Asada 'Philly' Rolls • Nachos • Smothered Burrito |
Carne Asada 'Philly' Rolls were a little too doughy. Nachos were ok, but the toppings were disproportional and so it was more like eating a toppings salad with some chips underneath, and not especially cheesy chips at that. Smothered Burrito had a nice grilled shell, which was one of those things that I didn't know I would've wanted until it was in front of me! With a nice mix of tasty ingredients I'd give this one honorable mention. | |
| Scutari 2055 Washington St. Hanover, MA 02339 (781) 421-8288 |
Wine Bars, Italian, Pizza | • Arancini • Tortellone Cacio e Pepe • Chianti Short Ribs |
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| Sea Level Oyster Bar 94 Wharf St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 741-0555 — Various Locations |
Seafood & American | • Steak Tips • Twinkie Tiramisu • Winter Salad • Garlic Bread Pizza • Steak Tips • Pear & Pecorino Ravioli |
Fine but average. Twinkie Tiramisu was unusual, but I can't give it more than the better side of average. Garlic Bread Pizza was pretty true to the name. Enjoyable but nothing amazing. Steak Tips were on the far better side of average mostly due to their sauce, but they were still a little chewy. Pear & Pecorino Ravioli were not especially flavorful. | |
| Sea Swirl 30 Williams Ave. Mystic, CT 06355 (860) 536-3452 |
Fried Clams & Ice Cream | • Onion Rings • German Chocolate Soft Serve Ice Cream |
The Onion Rings just miss honorable mention. A nice crispiness, and a bit of sweetness, but not quite enough for even 2nd place... The Ice Cream was good but average. | |
| Season to Taste 1678 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 826-9037 |
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| Seasons 52 6 Wayside Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-5552 — Various Locations |
American & Grill | • Blackened Steak & Blue Flatbread • Cider Glazed Chicken Skewers • S'mores Mini Dessert |
Blackened Steak & Blue Flatbread was super thin, but was somewhat average tastewise. Cider Glazed Chicken Skewers were not particularly good. S'mores Mini Dessert was also not particularly good. | |
| Semolina Kitchen & Bar 572 Boston Ave. Medford, MA 02155 (781)219-3871 |
Pizza, Mediterranean & Italian | • Pepperoni Pizza • Cacio E Pepe • Bacon Cheeseburger |
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| Seoul Kitchen 142 Littleton Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 399-0016 |
Korean, Sushi & Asian | • Hot & Sour Soup • Korean Tacos • Kalbi |
Kalbi gets the full nod here as the item to get. It's basically marinated tasty slabs of beef. There was no chewy pieces, and just made for some good eats. Korean Tacos were on the far better side of average. Well put together, and fairly tasty, but just didn't really pop in any real way. Hot & Sour Soup was unfortunately not the traditional variety. It was basically like an onion and tofu soup which just really didn't work (for me). UPDATE: Tried the Kalbi a couple of more times and sadly it's gotten a lot chewier, so I can no longer recommend it as worth the journey. | |
| Serafina Restaurant 237 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 426-1234 — Various Locations |
Italian & Pizza | • Mushroom Ravioli • 4 Cheese Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Serenade Chocolatier 5 Harvard Sq. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 739-0795 |
Chocolate/candy | • Chocolate Truffle • Amarretto Truffle • Khalua Truffle • Coconut Cluster • Hazelnut Cluster • Vienese |
All good but average. No standouts. | |
| Shady Glen Dairy Stores 840 East Middle Tpke. Manchester, CT 06042 (860) 649-4245 |
Burgers, Ice Cream | • Cheeseburger • Onion Rings • Chocolate Milkshake • Chocolate Caramel Crunch Ice Cream |
The Cheeseburger gets honorable mention here, because the actual burger was fairly average, but the extra layers of burnt cheese around the sides make this a very unusual taste sensation. If the burger itself were better than average, this would definitely get the full nod. The Onion Rings also get honorable mention. They had a nice crispiness to them, but they could've been spiced a bit better. The Chocolate Milkshake was good but could've been frothier. The Chocolate Caramel Crunch Ice Cream was average. | |
| Shake Shack 49 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 651-3406 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Fast Food & Chain | • ShackBurger • Shroom Burger • Cheese Fries • Chocolate Shake • Shack Attack Concrete |
√ ShackBurger | I can definitely see what everyone is talking about with how good this place is, though I'll have to qualify that to within the "upper-fast-food realm". Still, the ShackBurger was quite tasty, and the bread very soft and fresh, so I decided to give it the full nod in this case, but only just. Cheese Fries also get honorable mention for being very soft while still retaining a slight crispiness. Shroom Burger doesn't quite compare to the real burger, but still quite tasty. Chocolate Shake was average. Shack Attack Concrete also gets honorable mention for a nice chocolatey concoction. I got the small size as I could potentially see this becoming too much of a good thing in the larger size. |
| Shanty Restaurant, The 3854 Post Rd. Warwick, RI 02886 (401) 884-7008 |
American, Comfort Food & Brunch | • Orange Risotto (side) • Sweet Soy Wings • Smoked Cheddar Mac & Cheese (side) |
Sweet Soy Wings were just ok. Orange Risotto was a nice variation on the dish, and I'd say it was on the better side of average. Smoked Cheddar Mac & Cheese was very average. | |
| Shays Pub & Wine Bar 58 JFK St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 864-9161 |
Pub, American Casual | • Nachos • Brie Plate • Fries |
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| Shojo 425 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 714-5461 — Various Locations |
Asian Fusion, Cocktail Bars, Vietnamese | • Butter Beef Spring Roll • Shojonator Burger w/Duck Fat Fries • Fragrent Beef Curry Mazeman • Chicken Dumplings |
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| Shore Leave 11 William E. Mullins Way Boston, MA 02118 (617) 530-1775 |
Tiki Bars, Cocktail Bars | • Samosa Gyoza • Karaage Chicken Wings |
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| Si Cara 425 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 945-7629 |
Pizza, Wine Bars, Tapas/Small Plates | • Fried Mozzarella • Garlic Bread • Pepperoni Pizza |
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| Siena 5600 Post Rd. E. Greenwich, RI 02818 (401) 885-8850 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Acquacotta Soup • Risotto Bianco (side) • Tiramisu • Budino di Panettone • Dessert Wine |
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| Simco's On The Bridge 1509 Blue Hill Ave. Mattapan, MA 02126 (617) 296-3800 |
Hot Dog | • Chili Cheese Dog | My Chili Cheese Dog was pretty well loaded, but was sadly pretty average tasting. I had heard that the food at this place is no longer as good as it once was... | |
| Simon Pearce 1760 Main St. Quechee, VT 05059 (802) 295-1470 |
American Casual | • Chocolate Duo • Bananas Foster Bread Pudding • Exotic Mushroom, Caramelized Onion and Spinach Frittata (Br) • Hot Apple Cider • Dessert Wine — Eden Vermont Ice Cider, West Charleston, VT |
√ Chocolate Duo | The Chocolate Duo was the surprising standout here. What looked in presentation to be a fairly heavy chocolate cake, was surprisingly light, especially with the addition of the mocha and hazelnut "powders". Very light, slightly creamy, and definitely worth the journey. AS to the rest, the bread pudding was tasty and moist, but not especially stand-out, and the frittata was quite light and flavorful, but still basically eggs with some light veges and sauce on top. Hot cider was just ok. Honorable mention for very friendly and curtious service. |
| Sin Bakery 1413 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02909 (401) 369-8427 |
Desserts, Custom Cakes, Cupcakes | • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Cupcake • Yodel • Candy Bar Brownie • Providence Pie • Carribean Rum Cake • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit • Ham & Cheese Pinwheel • Pretzel with Beer Cheese |
Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. Cupcake was average. Yodel was an interesting take on the classic pastry, but I can't really spoke to me flavorwise. Not bad just kind of eh. Candy Bar Brownie had a bunch of different candy bar pieces on it, and while it looked pretty, it was just a little too dense for my taste. Providence Pie sounds amazing on paper, but first, it's actually a dessert in a cup rather than a piece of pie, and second, while I guess I can see the intention of interpretation, I can't say I felt it was really pulled off that well. Carribean Rum Cake wasn't bad but I wanted it to be more moist. Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit was a tiny little sandwich, and it had caramelized onions which was an interesting little twist. I'd put it on the better side of average. Ham & Cheese Pinwheel was another one of those better on paper deals. A little too bready for my taste. Similarly, the Pretzel with Beer Cheese was fine in concept but not that exciting in execution. That said, it actually might've been decent warmed up before eating. | |
| Sin-A-Loa 3 Broadway Salisbury, MA 01952 (978) 961-7310 |
Bars, Tacos | • Chicken Tinga Nachos • Birria Tacos |
Chicken Tinga Nachos were on the better side of average in that the chips used were a good base and the toppings were well proportioned. It just didn't have any kind of wow factor. Birria Tacos get honorable mention. They come with this dip that really makes the tacos stand out in flavor, and it's a nice little portion. Worth trying if you're in the neighborhood. | |
| Sip Wine Bar & Kitchen 571 Washington St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 956-0888 |
Wine Bar, Comfort Food & Sushi | • Mini Arancini • Philly Cheesesteak Springrolls • Mushroom Flatbread • Mac & Cheese |
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| Siros At Marina Bay 307 Victory Rd. Quincy, MA 02171 (617) 472-4500 |
International, Mediterranean | • Beef Tenderloin Risotto • Homemade Double Chocolate Brownie • Tiramisu • Tuscan Almond Bread Pudding |
Beef Tenderloin Risotto was on the better side of average. Tiramisu was on the slightly better side of average. Homemade Double Chocolate Brownie was on the slightly better side of average, but a bit too rich. Tuscan Almond Bread Pudding was nothing special. | |
| Sixes & Sevens 7 S 6th St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (774) 202-6086 |
Burgers, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches | • Everything Onion Dip • Burger • Pineapple Express Tenders • Chili Cheese Dog |
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| Sixties Diner, The 1210B Providence Hwy. Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 313-1006 |
Diners, Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) |
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| Skipjack's 226 Patriot Pl. Foxboro, MA 02035 (508) 543-2200 |
Seafood, Sushi | • Caramel Bourbon Ice Cream Sundae | Sundae was good but nothing special. | |
| Skybokx 109 319 Speen St. Natick, MA 01519 (508) 903-1600 |
Brewpub, Steak & Sports Bar | • Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls | The Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls were average. | |
| Slab 25 Preble St. Portland, ME 04101 (207) 245-3088 |
Pizza & Italian | • Pepperoni Hand Slab • Mushroom slice • Limetta Waffle Cone Canolli |
They specialize in a more bready but aerated dough/crust here, and so the slices are quite large. That said, while it's a bit atypical in style, to me it felt more like bread than pizza. Something like this might be more fun if a restaurant took something like this and cut it into thinner strips and served it as their breadbasket. Limetta Waffle Cone Canolli had some very tasty ricotta, but the cone itself was not very flavorful. All this said, this place is supposed to be pretty popular, so you may have to judge this one for yourself. | |
| Slice 319 Salem St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 213-9998 |
Italian & Pizza | • Pepperoni Slice | √ Pepperoni Slice | The Pepperoni Slice that I sampled was really really good. Super thin crust, and the slice was a quarter of the pizza! If you're traveling up 95/128 past exit 42, I highly recommend a quick detour by this place! |
| Sloane's 197 N. Harvard St. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 693-8220 |
Cocktail Bars, Comfort Food, Breakfast & Brunch | • Pub Cheese • Pigs in a Blanket • Taleggio Fries • In Da Club • Oklahoma Onion Burger • Pot Roast Mac & Cheese • Pretzel Crusted Chicken • Homemade Snickers • Bacon & Mushroom Omelette • Slice of Banana Bread |
Pub Cheese was fine but nothing special. Bacon & Mushroom Omelette was pretty and quite hearty. Slice of Banana Bread hardly had any banana bread flavor. | |
| Small Victories 400 Dorchester St. Boston, MA 02127 |
Bars, American | • Nachos • Simple Burger |
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| Smashburger 203 University Ave. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 613-3412 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Fast Food & Chain | • Bacon Cheeseburger • Smashed Fries • Chocolate Oreo Shake |
√ Bacon Cheeseburger √ Smashed Fries |
The Bacon Cheeseburger was really really good at this place. I would say this is on par with some of the top "upper-chain" burgers that I've tried. If you're looking for something in the Five Guys realm, it's definitely worth checking out (for both the burger and the Smashed Fries). The Chocolate Oreo Shake was also very tasty, but at around the far better side of average. |
| Smith & Wollensky 294 Congress St. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 778-2200 — Various Locations |
Steak, Chain | • Onion Rings (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) |
The Onion Rings were ridiculously huge (more like in an overkill way), but were quite average tastewise. Mac & Cheese was on the better side of average, and garlic lovers will enjoy it that much more. | |
| Smoke Shop, The 325 Assembly Row Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 623-7427 — Various Locations |
BBQ & Southern | • Combo Plate: Brisket/Burnt Ends • Pimento Mac & Cheese (side) • Sweet & Spicy Coleslaw (side) • Cornbread (side) • BBQ Chicken Summer Rolls • Smoked Turkey • Caramelized Banana Pudding |
Overall this place was pretty good, even though no one specific item got the full nod. Brisket was a little fattier and not as saucy as I would've liked, but the meat part was fairly tasty. Burnt Ends on the other hand get honorable mention. A good balance of meaty and saucy, which made for an enjoyable bbq experience here. They didn't totally pop for me, but I don't think you'll be disappointed. All 3 sides were on the far better side of average. BBQ Chicken Summer Rolls were good but nothing amazing. Smoked Turkey was fine. Caramelized Banana Pudding was fine. | |
| Smokey Bones BBQ & Sports Bar 431 Middlesex Rd. Tyngsboro, MA 01879 (978) 649-5410 — Various Locations |
Bbq, Sports Bar | • Smoked Beef Brisket with Mac & Cheese & Cole Slaw • Pretzel Bones • Skillet Corn Bread • Crowd Pleaser • Smokehouse Burger |
Smoked Beef Brisket and Mac & Cheese were about average. Cole Slaw and Pretzel Bones were not particularly good. Skillet Corn Bread was nothing special at all, but I admittedly did not have any of the pecan honey butter that came with it. The Mini Loaded Nachos were probably the best thing on the Crowd Pleaser sampler (and frankly the best thing that I sampled at all at this place), but at most they're on the far better side of average. Loaded Cheese Fries, Chicken Fingers, and the Onion Rings were all fine but average. Smokehouse Burger was very average. | |
| Smuttynose Brewing Company Restaurant 105 Towle Farm Rd. Hampton, NH 03842 (603) 601-8300 |
New American, Beer Bar, Sandwiches | • Pretzel Sticks • Oriental Salad |
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| Snappy Dogs 18 Grove St. Hopkinton, MA 01748 (617) 383-SNAP |
Hot Dog | • Chili Cheese Hot Dog | √ Chili Cheese Hot Dog | I think really any hot dog would be a winner here. Just a very solid flavorful dog, without too bready of a bun. They also make many of their own condiments, including yummy cranberry ketchup, and Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce. |
| Snappy Pattys 454 High St. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 214-4440 |
Burgers & Comfort Food | • Patty Melt Sliders | ||
| Soall Viet Kitchen 10 Bessom St. Marblehead, MA 01945 (781) 990-1233 — Various Locations |
Vietnamese, Desserts, Salad | • Beef Spring Roll • Grilled Beef Skewers • Shredded Mango + Mint Salad • Sesame Beef Skewers & Lemongrass Chicken Bowl • Banana Tapioca Coconut Pudding |
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| Snowdaes 1075 Westford St. Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 455-0805 |
Dessert, Ice Cream & Asian | • S'mores Snowdae | A novel idea. The S'mores Snowdae tasted fine, but it looks like ice cream so in a way it's kind of a let down when it's not. Still, it was tasty and refreshing and worth trying if you're in the area. | |
| Social Restaurant & Bar 320 Washington St. Newton, MA 02458 (617) 244-4800 |
Cocktail Lounge, Burgers & Steak | • Bishop Burger • Braised Short Ribs • Baked Mac & Cheese |
Baked Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. Braised Short Ribs was a little too fatty and way too expensive for my taste. Bishop Burger was fine but average. | |
| Sofra Bakery & Cafe 1 Belmont St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 661-3161 |
Bakery, Sandwiches | • Topik • Krik Krak Bread • Sesame Cashew Bite • Almond Rose Cake • Pistachio Olive Oil Cake • Candied Chestnut & Chai-Spiced Coffee Cake • Sour Cream Donut with Dukkah & Hazelnut Crunch • Chocolate Halvah Croissant • Earthquake cookie • Chocolate Chunk Cookie • Chocolate Hazelnut Baklava • Custard Stuffed Brioche • Pistachio Pop Tart • Simit • Short Rib Hummus |
The Earthquake, Sesame Cashew Bite, Almond Rose Cake, Chai-Spiced Coffee Cake, Topik, and Chocolate Chunk Cookies were all good but average. Sour Cream Donut was also good, but still pretty much a donut. I couldn't really distinguish the Chocolate Halvah Croissant from a regular chocolate croissant. Which is not to say that it wasn't good, but nothing particularly special. Chocolate Hazelnut Baklava seemed good for what it was, though admittedly this is not an item normally in my wheelhouse. Custard Stuffed Brioche didn't seem to have any real custard within to speak of, though was still fairly enjoyable. Pistachio Pop Tart was light and flaky, though I wasn't really hit with too much pistachioness. Simit was fine but nothing special. Pistachio Olive Oil Cake conversely was on the far better side of average. Krik Krak Bread, which is basically like crackers with sesame & poppy seeds on it, was on the better side of average. Short Rib Hummus gets honorable mention. The hummus itself was on the better side of average, but combined with some fairly good shortrib, is a combination definitely worth trying out. | |
| Sogno 304 Cambridge Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 625-1300 |
Italian | • Arancini • Bruschetta Genovese • Carbonara Diavolo • Pepperoni Pizza • Involtini Di Lasagna • Tiramisu • Palmare Nicciola |
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| Sol Azteca 75 Union St. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 964-0920 — Various Locations |
Mexican, Outdoor Dining | • Queso Asado • Combinacion Azteca • Mousse De Chocolate |
The Beef Taco in the combination plate gets honorable mention, as it maintained a nice crunch even though it had some sauciness on it. The rest of the sampler items were average. The Queso Asado was fairly bland. The Mousse De Chocolate tasted more like coffee mousse, which was not a good thing. | |
| Sole Proprietor 118 Highland St. Worcester, MA 01609 (508) 798-3474 |
Seafood | • Chocolate Terrine • Tiramisu • Boston Cream Pie |
Tiramisu was awful. It was like they forgot to add sugar to the thing. Chocolate Terrine was fair, though a bit on the heavy side. Boston Cream Pie was average. | |
| Solea 388 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 894-1805 |
Tapas, Spanish | • Poblano Relleno • Pao de Queijo • Bu'nuelo • Empanadas • Solomillo con Chimichurri • Tarta de Chocolates |
I'd pretty much qualify all of these as just on the better side of average, with no great standouts. That is except for the Tarta de Chocolates, which was really not that good at all. | |
| Solstice 63 Summer St. Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 585-2221 |
New American & American | • Vegetable Spring Roll • Mushroom Risotto (side) • Budino & Donuts |
Vegetable Spring Roll was fine but not outstanding. As was the Mushroom Risotto. Budino & Donuts were fine, but the budino was a little too heavy. | |
| Soma 256 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 524-0033 |
Mediterranean, American & Pizza | • Roasted Butternut Soup • Wild Mushroom Arancini • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Dark Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding |
The Wild Mushroom Arancini gets honorable mention, being just a hair off the full nod. It didn't quite have that wow factor, but pretty damn close. Crispy, fresh, and tasty, it just felt like it was missing something, but that something was small. You definitely will not be disappointed. The Roasted Butternut Soup was a HUGE portion, and you really don't need to order anything else if you just get this. But tastewise was fairly average. Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza was on the better side of average. Same for the Wild Mushroom Ravioli. Dark Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding was just ok. | |
| Somerset Creamery 1931 Grand Army Hwy. Somerset, MA 02726 (508) 672-5510 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Double Chocolate Ice Cream | Double Chocolate Ice Cream was nice and creamy but not amazing. It tasted kind of like Hershey's chocolate, but not in that bad artificial way. But really, you can't go too wrong with ice cream either way. | |
| Something Natural 50 Cliff Rd. Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 228-0504 |
Sandwiches, Bakery | • Turkey Swiss Club Sandwich | √ Turkey Swiss Club Sandwich | Went back and forth with this one for a while, but given how fresh the ingredients all were, and how the bacon had almost no fat on it, and how tasty the bread was (not to mention if you've already made the majority journey just to get to Nantucket), I'd say it's definitely worth the journey to try one of their sandwiches. It may not be the best you'll ever have, but it was pretty damn good. |
| Sonia's Near East Market & Deli 816 Park Ave. Cranston, RI 02910 (401) 941-9300 |
Middle Eastern, Delis, Mediterranean | • Little Armenia • Lahmejune (Armenian Pizza) • Smokey Wrap with Bacon • Rockstar Grilled Cheese |
Little Armenia was fine but a little dry. An interesting meat that I'd never heard of that wasn't bad. Smokey Wrap was good but average. Same for the Rockstar Grilled Cheese. Lahmejune was fine but nothing special. | |
| Sonic 55 Newbury St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 535-9100 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | • Sonic Bacon Cheeseburger • Onion Rings • Chili Cheese Tots • Mozzarella Sticks • Chili Cheese Fries • Fritos Chili Cheese Wrap • Supersonic Breakfast Burrito • Diet Cherry Limeade • Mocha Java Chiller • Chili Cheese Coney Hot Dog • Jalepeno Poppers • M&M Sonic Blast • Chocolate Shake |
The Sonic Bacon Cheeseburger was nothing special. The Onion Rings were actually fairly decent for fast food onion rings, but still not all that amazing. The Chili Cheese Coney Hot Dog, Chili Cheese Tots, Chocolate Shake, M&M Sonic Blast, and Diet Cherry Limeade were nothing special. The mozzarella Sticks, Chili Cheese Fries, Supersonic Breakfast Burrito, Jalepeno Poppers, and Mocha Java Chiller were ALL pretty bad. The Fritos Chili Cheese Wrap had no Fritos to speak of, so was in essence a chili cheese burrito, and an average one at that. | |
| Sonny Noto's 49 Water St. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 246-4800 |
Sandwiches, Italian | • Steak Bomb Sub • Steak Tips • Onion Rings • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
√ Steak Tips | The Steak Tips were super yummy. A nice glaze, no chewiness, and a wonderfully sweet taste. Just wish there could've been more tips to the order! The Onion Rings get honorable mention, as even though they were a touch greasy, they still retained their crispiness, and just tasted really good. AND, if you get them as a side with the Steak Tips, the rings will absorb some of that amazing tip marinate... YUM! The Steak Bomb Sub was average. The Chicken Parm was on the better side of average. The Tiramisu was pretty bad. |
| Sonoma Beechwood Inn 363 Plantation St. Worcester, MA 01605 (508) 754-2000 |
Eclectic | • French Onion Soup • The Caesar Salad • 4 Cheese Mac & Cheese |
French Onion Soup was on the slightly better side of average. The Caesar Salad was supposed to come in a little cheese lattice bowl, but it didn't so was just an average Caesar salad. 4 Cheese Mac & Cheese was nothing special. | |
| Sonsie 327 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 351-2500 |
Eclectic, International | • Vegetable Gyoza • Burger Pizza • Fettucine Alla Papalina • Chocolate Bread Pudding |
Vegetable Gyoza was on the far better side of average. A great dish to share as an app, or pair with a drink at the bar. Burger Pizza was ok but a little bready. Fettucine Alla Papalina gets honorable mention. While not the most amazing thing ever, when you have a craving for a pasta dish you will not be disappointed with this item. A great combination of ingredients somewhat similar to Cacio E Pepe. Chocolate Bread Pudding was one of the far better renditions that I've had. Not super heavy, and quite flavorful, but I wish it had been chocolatier. Skip the pizza, but try the rest. | |
| Sorelle 1400 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 421-6156 |
Italian | • Arancini • Borolo Braised Beef Short Rib • Pumpkin Amaretto Ravioli • Tiramisu • Pistachio Cheesecake |
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| Sorellina 1 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 412-4600 |
Italian | • Maccheroncelli • Truffle Fries (side) • Semifreddo • Crema |
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| Soul of India 103 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury, MA 01776 (978) 261-5790 |
Indian | • Palak Channa Tikki • Chicken Pakora • Special Naan • Navratan Korma • Bombay Bhel • Vegetable Platter • Peshwari Naan • Malai Kofta |
Palak Channa Tikki was nothing special. Chicken Pakora was on the far better side of average. It was kind of like the indian version of popcorn chicken without being fried. Special Naan was quite good but not outstanding. Same for the Peshwari Naan. Navratan Korma was similarly good but nothing special. Bombay Bhel, the Vegetable Platter, and the Malai Kofta were all fine. | |
| Sound Bites 704 Broadway Somerville, MA 02155 (617) 623-8338 |
Breakfast, Middle Eastern | • Wonder Waffle (B) • Chocolate Coconut Pancakes (B) • Nachos Deluxe • Tiramisu |
√ Tiramisu | To my great and happy surprise, the Tiramisu is worth the journey here. It's almost North End-like in how good it was (but not quite). Very creamy and not overly sweet, a perfect stop when you're in the mood for this dessert and don't want to go to the North End (cause really if you're gonna have it, it may as well be good:)) The Wonder Waffle and Chocolate Coconut Pancakes were nothing special. The Nachos Deluxe were pretty bad in that about half of the entire dish (the top half) was all just salsa, and there was hardly any cheese. |
| Source Restaurant 27 Church St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (857) 856-6800 |
Pizza, Gastropubs | • Pepperoni Pizza | ||
| South End Buttery 314 Shawmut Ave. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 482-1015 |
Cafe, Bakery | • Bacon Cheeseburger • Chocolate Caramel Cupcake |
√ Chocolate Caramel Cupcake | Bacon Cheeseburger did actually have a slight butteriness to it, but I can't put it beyond the better side of average. Accompanying fries however get honorable mention for their crispiness and yumminess. Chocolate Caramel Cupcake gets the full nod, as the cake was very moist and yummy, and the overall flavors played together quite well. It was a surprising yet welcome find, and I'd guess that any of the cupcake flavors would be similarly good. |
| South Street Diner 178 Kneeland St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 350-0028 |
Diner, Late Night | • Supreme Omelette • Chocolate Fantasy French Toast |
Supreme Omelette was good but pretty much your average omelette. Chocolate Fantasy French Toast was basically french toast with chocolate melted within it. It wasn't bad but I feel like it would've been better with dark chocolate. | |
| Southern Kin Cookhouse 300 Canal St. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 764-5966 |
Southern & BBQ | • Pimento Cheese Fritters • Georgia Salad • Sweet Baby Cakes • Biscuits (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Smoky Potato Wedges (side) • Mud Pie • Coconut Cream Pie |
Pimento Cheese Fritters were an interesting take on fritters, but the breading to cheese ratio wasn't quite right. Georgia Salad was fine. Sweet Baby Cakes were on the better side of average. Biscuits were on the better side of average, made tastier with the accompanying jam. Mac & Cheese was on the far better side of average, but just didn't quite pop enough for me. Similarly, Coconut Cream Pie was on the far better side of average but just didn't quite pop enough for me. Smoky Potato Wedges were nothing special. Mud Pie definitely lived up to it's name (in consistency I mean), but was almost a little too thick for it's own good. Enjoyable but I personally wouldn't get it again. | |
| Southport Kitchen + Bar 150 Lafayette Rd. Rye, NH 03870 (603) 964-0217 |
New American, Pizza, Sports Bars | • Smash Burger • Chicken Parm Alla Vodka • Chicken & Mushroom Marsala • Pizza |
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| Spanky's Clam Shack 138 Ocean St. Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 771-2770 |
Seafood, Outdoor Dining | • Onion Rings | A nice thick batter, and reasonably flavorful, but it didn't really pop. Also not very crispy and more cornmeal-like. | |
| Sparky's Wings & Things 20 Emerson St. Haverhill, MA 01830 (978) 521-1009 |
Wings, Burgers | • Shanghi-noon Boneless Wings • Wicked PB&J Boneless Wings • Spiney Dog • Chili Cheese Fries |
The Shanghi-noon Boneless Wings get honorable mention. These fell just short of the full nod, but they just didn't quite have that wow factor. Still definitely worth a try. And moreover, with the variety of flavors, you're bound to find a flavor you'll want. Wicked PB&J Boneless Wings was by far one of the most unusual flavors that I've tried, and if you're looking for "different" these will certainly qualify, but they just didn't sing to me personally. Spiney Dog and Chili Cheese Fries were good but average. | |
| Speedwell Tavern, The 47 Main St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 927-4724 |
Comfort Food, Sports Bar & Wings | • Sunken Chips • Onion Rings • Teriyaki Bourbon Boneless Wings • Burger |
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| Spencer's Pizza 123 Centre Ave. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 871-2823 |
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| Spike's Junkyard Dogs 1623 Warwick Ave. Warwick, RI 02889 (401) 732-5858 |
Hot Dog | • Joka Hot Dog • Junkyard Fries |
The Hot Dog was ok, but not much beyond average. Same for the Junkyard Fries. Overall not bad, just not great. | |
| Spinelli's 280 Bennington St. E. Boston, MA 02128 (617) 567-4499 |
Italian & Bakery | • Almond Macaroon • Tiramisu Cup • Chocolate Cupcake • Half Moon Cookie • Mousse Cake • Rum Cake • Cream Puff • Chocolate Cannoli • Almond Biscotti • Eclair |
All items were sadly average, except the Tiramisu Cup which was not very good. | |
| Spot, The 20 Broadway Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 255-7755 |
Breakfast, Sandwiches & Bagels | • Chocolate Chip Bagel | This a quirky little breakfast & lunch spot, with mostly bagel sandwiches, with all sorts of olde-time candy bars and sodas. I say the bagel was nice in it's softness, but the taste itself was only on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Spot, The 19 W. Main St. Georgetown, MA 01833 (978) 352-3351 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Sushi | • Wild Mushroom Arancini • Short Rib Wild Mushroom Mac & Cheese • Chili Cheese Fries (side) |
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| Square Cafe 150 North St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 740-4060 — Various Locations |
Global | • Smoked Turkey "Grilled Cheese" • French Onion Soup • Wild Mushroom Flatbread • Poached Pear Salad w/Steak Tips • Braised Short Rib Ravioli • Braised Short Rib • Maple Glazed Carrots (side) • Carrot Cake • Coconut Cream Pie • Cafe Bread Pudding |
Smoked Turkey "Grilled Cheese" was fine but nothing special. Wild Mushroom Flatbread tasted ok but was a little too bready. Poached Pear Salad wasn't bad but really nothing outstanding. I'd recommend avoiding those Steak Tips though as they were mostly a chew-fest. Maple Glazed Carrots had no maple flavor whatsoever. Carrot Cake was not that good. Coconut Cream Pie was ok. | |
| Square MFG Co. 935 Worcester St. Natick, MA 01760 (508) 545-3200 |
Pizza, Salad, Chicken Wings | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Beef & Broccoli Pizza • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
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| Square Peg, The 51 Miller St. Warren, RI 02885 (401) 215-3831 |
American Casual, Pub & Comfort Food | • Mozzarella Sticks • Chili • PBR Burger • Carrot Cake |
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| Squealing Pig, The 335 Commercial St. Provincetown, MA 02657 (508) 487-5804 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Tuscan Fries • Tomato Basil & Roasted Garlic Soup • Mars Bar Toastie |
The Tuscan Fries and Tomato Basil & Roasted Garlic Soup were average. The Mars Bar Toastie was certainly an unusual item, but the item ratios just didn't quite fit together well enough... | |
| St. Joe's Coffee 449 US Rt. 1 York, ME 03909 (207) 361-4682 |
Coffee & Tea, Cafe | • Hot Coffee • Pumpkin Iced Coffee • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Banana Walnut Muffin • Monkey Bread |
√ Iced Pumpkin Coffee | The Iced Pumpkin Coffee was the star here. An absolute burst of pumpkin flavor in each sip. Strong and super flavorful. You will not be disappointed. The Hot Coffee was also on the better side of average, but I think the iced just overshadowed it too much. All of the baked goods were fine, and tasted very fresh as well, but no great wow factor. Still, an excellent place to stop for a coffee break! |
| Stanley's Famous Hamburgers 535 Dexter St. Central Falls, RI 02863 (401) 726-9689 |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Bacon Double Cheeseburger • Chili Cheese Fries • Onion Rings |
√ Bacon Double Cheeseburger | Be warned that this burger is a little greasy, but it definitely had that I don't want to stop eating this quality, which is a winner in my book..:) I got it with the onions cooked in and it was amazing. Chili Cheese Fries weren't bad. If you're gonna get it I'd probably recommend getting it without the chili as just cheese fries. The chili was just ok and didn't really add anything. Onion Rings were crispy but really nothing special tastewise. |
| Starbucks 2 Wayside Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 221-0399 — Various Locations |
Coffee & Tea, Chain | • Hot Coffee • Iced Coffee • Java Chip Frappuccino • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Double Chocolate Chip Cookie • Brownie |
I'm a big believer in "to each their own", but in MY own, this coffee just has no flavor. The Double Chocolate Chip Cookie was rich to the point of being chalky. The Chocolate Chip Cookie was ok, but forgettable. Dunkin Donuts wins that battle, and it's Chocolate Chip Cookie only got honorable mention... The brownie was nice and moist, but didn't quite have the flavor I was hoping for. The Java Chip Frappuccino was very good, but didn't quite have the same wow-factor as the Dunkin Donuts Coolata. So, only bad thing here is the coffee (ironically), the rest being fairly average. | |
| Stars On Hingham Harbor 4 Otis St. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 749-3200 |
American Casual, New England | • Bacon & Cheddar Tater Tots • Breakfast Casserole (B) or (Br) • Onion Rings (side) • Ultimate Beef Nachos • Baked Mac & Cheese • Short Rib Grilled Cheese • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
The Breakfast Casserole was more about concept than execution. That's not to say it was bad, but it was pretty much just all the typical breakfast fare in one cast iron pot. Good, but really nothing too special about it. Bacon & Cheddar Tater Tots had a nice crispiness, but no real standout flavor. Chocolate Chip Cookie was nothing special. Ultimate Beef Nachos were on the better side of average. The chips themselves were a bit too salty, but the ingredients were spread through the dish fairly well. Onion Rings just get honorable mention. They had a nice thick coating with an ok crunch, but the onions weren't quite sweet enough. Baked Mac & Cheese had a nice amount of cheese, but I can't say it was anything outstanding flavorwise overall. Short Rib Grilled Cheese was also similarly good, but nothing outstanding. | |
| Stash Box 866 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 606-8109 |
Burgers, Cocktail Bars | • Smash Burger | ||
| State Park 1 Kendall Sq. Bldg 300, Lower Level Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 848-4355 |
American (New), Dive Bars | • Pimento Cheese Toast • Chicken Katsu Sandwich • Triple Chocolate Chip Cookie |
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| Station One 44 School St. Foxboro, MA 02035 (774) 215-5144 |
American, Breweries, Cocktail Bars | • Pretzels • Nachos • Kegs • Steak Tip Salad • Pub Deluxe Burger w/Onion Rings • Orange Chicken Bowl |
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| Stats Bar & Grille 77 Dorchester St. S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 268-9300 |
Burgers, Comfort Food | • Pepperoni Pizza • Steak Tips |
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| Stave & Still 4 Airport Rd. Dudley, MA 01571 (508) 943-1933 |
American (Traditional), Cocktail Bars | • Mac & Cheese Flight • Braised Short Rib • Loaded Sweet Pepper • Smoked Old Fashioned Ice Cream • It's Like Bread Pudding But Not • Carrot Cake • Fire & Ice Cream • Cookie Monster |
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| Stazione Di Federal 123 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 891-0100 |
Italian, Desserts, Bars | • Porcini Sacchettini • Polenta Star Fries • Peach Panzanella Salad • Cacio e Pepe • Chicken Marsala • Tiramisu • Nutella Chocolate Mousse |
This is one of those places where I pretty much sum up all of the items at once. Everything was fresh, good, but really nothing stood out too much. Except I will say the salad is very skipable. | |
| Steaming Tender 28 Depot St. Palmer, MA 01069 (413) 283-2744 |
American Casual, Outdoor Dining | • Grand Central Nachos • Onion Rings • Portabella Napoleon • Whiskey Bread Pudding • Chocolate Obsession Cake |
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| Steel & Rye 95 Eliot St. Milton, MA 02186 (617) 448-9432 |
American Casual | • Meg's Black Pepper Bread • The Burger • Chocolate Semifreddo • Forbidden Rice Pudding |
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| Stella 549 Commonwealth Ave. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 467-4656 |
Italian | • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Mac & Cheese • Tiramisu |
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| Stella's Pizza 605 Mt. Auburn St. Watertown, MA 02138 (617) 924-5692 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Pepperoni Pizza (slices) | Honorable mention, a very good solid slice, but just no major wow-factor. For thin crust/crispy crust fans, you'll be glad you stopped in. | |
| Stephanie's On Newbury 190 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 236-0990 |
Outdoor Dining, Comfort Food | • Oversized Stephi Burger • Mac & Cheese • Onion Rings • Caramelized Apple Bread Pudding |
The Oversized Stephi Burger was decent, but nothing outstanding. Same for the Mac & Cheese. The Onion Rings come tower sized, and were good, but not quite as crispy as I wanted them to be, and fell apart too easily. The Caramelized Apple Bread Pudding was on the better side of average. | |
| Stevie G's 372 Market St. Rockland, MA 02370 (781) 421-3287 |
Breakfast & Brunch, Donuts, Coffee & Tea | • Crunchy French Toast Sticks • Custom Omelette • Carrot Cake French Toast • House Smoked Brisket Hash (side) |
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| Stillwater 120 Kingston St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 936-3079 |
Cocktail Bars, Comfort Food | • Biscuits & Butter • Homemade Cheese-it's & Dip • Empanaditas • Ritz Chicken • Mini Banana Cocoa Puff Cereal Bread (Br) |
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| Stir Martini Bar & Kitchen 137 Littleton Rd. Westford, MA 01886 (978) 634-7125 |
Cocktail Bars | • Arancini Bites • Street Corn Dip • Short Rib Ravioli • Short Rib Skillet • Stir Fry Bowl • Chocolate Mousse Pie |
Arancini Bites were on the better side of average. Not bad but really not a standout. Street Corn Dip was similarly ok, but it was basically corn with cheese and garlic. Not bad but nothing amazing. Short Rib Ravioli was similarly not bad but nothing amazing. Same for the Stir Fry Bowl. Same for the Short Rib Skillet. Chocolate Mousse Pie was ok. | |
| Stockholders 1073 Main St. Weymouth, MA 02190 (781) 335-3100 |
Steak, Seafood | • Little Big Mac Sliders • Irish Pancake • Steak Tips • Short Rib Mac & Cheese • Cheese & Mushroom Risotto (side) |
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| Stockyard 135 Market St. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 782-4700 |
Steak, Pub & Lobster | • French Onion Soup • Stockyard Burger • Steak Tips • Wild Mushroom Risotto (side) • Mac & Cheese (side) • Corn Souffle (side) • Onion Rings • Chocolate Cake |
The French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average, though still a little too salty. The Stockyard Burger was good but messy. Steak Tips, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Corn Souffle, and Onion Rings were all average. Mac & Cheese was a bit below average as just seemed to have little flavor. Chocolate Cake was one of those where it was too rich for it's own good. | |
| Stoked Wood Fired Pizza 1632 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 879-0707 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Toasty Pineapple Milkshake |
Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was fine but kind of boring. It didn't really stand out in any way. Toasty Pineapple Milkshake was similarly just ok. | |
| Stone L'oven 1649 Beacon St. Newton, MA 02468 (617) 916-1796 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Italian & American | • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza | Worse side of average. | |
| Stones Common House & Kitchen, The 380 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 435-1344 |
American (Traditional), Italian | • Pizza Dip & Garlic Bread • Skinny Burger • Loaded Fries |
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| Stone's Public House 179 Main St. Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 881-1778 |
New American, Gastropubs, Irish Pub | • Roasted Bosc Pear & Arugula Salad • Corned Beef & Cabbage Egg Rolls • Baked Mac & Cheese |
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| Stoneforge Grill 10 Roosevelt Cir. S. Easton, MA 02375 (508) 238-0550 |
American, Comfort Food | • Warm Turkey Croissant (L) • Chili • Philly Cheese Spring Rolls • Cobblestone Steak Tips • Jim Beam Whiskey Steak Tips • Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites (Bar) |
Warm Turkey Croissant, Chili, and both types of steak tips were average. Philly Cheese Spring Rolls were on the better side of average. Cheesy Bacon Potato Bites were ok but a bit too starchy (I realize they're potatos but still). | |
| Stracco's Subs And More 85 Sandwich St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (774) 343-5968 |
Sandwiches, Italian & Take-out | • The Marc sub • Pilgrim • Lobster Tail |
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| Strawberry Fair 14 Pond St. Norwell, MA 02061 (781) 878-7878 |
New England, Continental | • Jumbo Stuffed Portabella Mushroom • Baked Mac & Cheese |
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| Street 801 Islington St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 436-0860 — Various Locations |
International | • Empanada • Crispy Rice Cake • Mexican Fried Cheese (side) • Sweet Empanada |
The Empanada was on the better side of average, though the dough was a bit too greasy. Crispy Rice Cake had an unusual texture and flavor, but I wouldn't call it a standout. Mexican Fried Cheese was very average. Sweet Empanada was not all that good. | |
| Strega Italiano 64 Arlington St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 456-5300 — Various Locations |
Steak | • Onion Rings (side) • Mushroom Truffle Risotto • Four Cheese Mac • Italian Smore • Tiramisu • Nutella Bread Pudding • Chocolate Cake |
Nick's Onion Soup had a nice thick coating on them (not crispy, just thicker than normal), but I can't say the rings themselves were all too flavorful. Mushroom Truffle Risotto was good but average. Four Cheese Mac was creamy, but overall I can't give it much beyond the better side of average. Tiramisu was very average. The Italian Smore was far too rich. So much so that I couldn't even finish it (which should be telling in and of itself). Looks really good, but relatively average flavorwise. Nutella Bread Pudding is basically regular bread pudding covered in Nutella. Good but nothing special. Chocolate Cake was pretty, but a little too rich for it's own good. | |
| Subway 157 Bedford St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 270-4479 — Various Locations |
Chain, Fast Food | • Subway Melt | It wasn't horrible, but it just really wasn't that good. What more can I say... | |
| Sugar Bakery 1884 Centre St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 327-8427 |
Bakery | • Almond Biscotti • Chocolate Biscotti • Hazelnut Tart • Cigar • Chocolate Cupcake • Boston Cream Cupcake • Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie • Chocolate Chunk Cookie • Frosted Anaise Cookie • Chocolate Mousse Tart • Eclair • Coconut Macaroon • Almond Macaroon • Chocolate Almond Macaroon • Tiramisu • Cream Puff |
√ Chocolate Biscotti √ Almond Macaroon |
The Chocolate Biscotti was somewhat more cake-like than cookie-like, but that wasn't really a bad thing. Chewy and yummy, it was like little bites of chocolate chippy happiness in each bite! Also, oddly enough, the Almond Macaroon gets the nod over the Chocolate Almond Macaroon. This is mostly due to the flavor balance, in which the chocolate actually detracts from the overall cookie, while the regular has a soft and happy pillow feel, making for a very almondy burst in each bite of this cookie. Chocolate Chunk Cookie gets honorable mention. A very satisfying cookie with no real wow factor. Eclair also gets honorable mention. Satisfying for what it was, it just didn't quite do it for me even though it was quite tasty. Finally, the Cream Puff also gets honorable mention, mostly due to it's pillowy creamy texture, but no amazing standout flavor. Almond Biscotti and Frosted Anaise Cookie were good but average. Coconut Macaroon and Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie were average. Hazelnut Tart was not very good. Nor was the Tiramisu, which was in bowl form, and just had bad flavor balance or something... The Cigar was basically a danish. Good but average. The Chocolate Cupcake and Boston Cream Cupcake were both very average on taste, and both had hardly any filling cream filling within. Chocolate Mousse Tart was nothing special. So overall, a great place to get some treats from. Check out some of my honorable mentions here as well, and I'm sure you'll walk away happy.:) |
| Sugar Factory 350 Trolley Line Blvd. Ledyard, CT 06338 (860) 312-7847 |
Dessert & American | • Root Beer Float Drink • S'mores Martini • Chocolate Mudslide Martini • Grilled 4 Cheese Sandwich w/Tomato Soup • Onion Rings (side) |
Interestingly enough, the Tomato Soup gets honorable mention. It's weird to say for a place that focuses more on sweets and desserts, but it was really creamy and tasty. The Grilled 4 Cheese Sandwich that came with it was also pretty good, but it felt more like the meal was Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese instead of vice-versa (if that makes sense). Onion Rings were on the better side of average. A nice crispiness but not as flavorful as I wanted. From the drinks, the Root Beer Float Drink was the best of the samples. An interesting root beer flavor which you don't often see from alcoholic drinks. The other 2 were fine but a little heavy. | |
| Sullivan's 2080 Day Blvd. Castle Island S. Boston, MA 02127 (617) 268-5685 |
Hot Dog, Burgers | • Hot Dog • Chili Cheese Dog • Onion Rings |
Average Hot Dog. Have had far better. Chili Cheese Dog was not much better. Onion Rings were more like an onion loaf, but were still on the slightly better side of average flavorwise. | |
| Sulmona 608 Main St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 714-4995 |
Italian, Pizza & Brunch | • Arancini • Panzerotti • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza |
Arancini was not very good. Panzerotti was fine but unremarkable. Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Sumiao Hunan Kitchen 270 Third St. Cambridge, MA 02142 (617) 945-0907 |
Asian & Chinese | • Beef & Broccoli • Hot & Sour Soup • Hunan Steak Tips |
Beef & Broccoli was on the better side of average. A decent dish for what it was but I've had better. Hot & Sour Soup was fine but nothing special. Hunan Steak Tips had a lot of chewy meat, and was absolutely NOT worth $28..... | |
| Sundae School 381 Lower County Rd. Dennisport, MA 02639 (508) 394-9122 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Milky Way Ice Cream | Average. I've had far better. | |
| Sunset Cantina 916 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 731-8646 |
Mexican, Pub & Burgers | • Cheese Fries • Sweet Potato Fries • Sour Cream Fries • Onion Rings (side) • Fiesta Nachos • French Onion Soup • Steak Tips • Old School Mac & Cheese • Custom Burger • Meltdown Mudslide Pie • Steak Burrito |
√ Old School Mac & Cheese √ Fiesta Nachos |
The Old School Mac & Cheese was perfect. The perfect blend of cheesy goodness and flavor, with the sausage just adding that extra special something... Definitely worth the journey for this! The Giant Fiesta Nachos were also as amazing as I had remembered from long ago. The portion was absolutely huge (though they are available in ½ size portions), the mix of chili, beans, and veges is the perfect blend, and the chips even maintain their crispiness despite the heavy load of awesome tastiness. Try them out and see what you think. Honorable mention for the French Onion Soup. It was very tasty, just no great wow factor for the full nod. Honorable mention also for the Meltdown Mudslide Pie. The portion is no joke, looking to be about 20% of the cake. It was fairly flavorful, just nothing too exciting. The Cheese Fries and Sweet Potato Fries were average and not all that good. Same for the Onion Rings. The Sour Cream Fries on the other hand, had an interesting spice combination, which amounted to a fun and tasty pick-at food. Steak Tips were decent but not outstanding. The Burger was very solid and tasty, just no great wow factor. Still, can't go wrong if you get it. Steak Burrito was not all that good. |
| Super Duper Weenie 306 Black Rock Tpke. Fairfield, CT 06824 (203) 334-DOGS |
Hot Dog, Sandwiches | • Chili Cheese Dog | I did not find this weenie particularly super duper. I felt that the chili by itself was actually tastier than any of the other ingredients. | |
| Super Sub Shop 324 Cabot St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 927-4788 |
Cheesesteaks, Sandwiches, Burgers | • Steak & Cheese Sub | ||
| Suppa's 94 University Ave. Lowell, MA 01854 (978) 970-3961 |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Steak Stick • Cheese Fries • Mac & Cheese Bites |
Steak Stick was fine, but one of those better on paper ideas. Too much grease to really be enjoyable. Cheese Fries were fine but nothing special, though it was a nice touch that they went with cheese rather just melting shreds. Mac & Cheese Bites were similarly fine but nothing special. | |
| Surfside Smokehouse 14 Union St. Plymouth, MA (508) 927-4111 |
BBQ, Seafood & American | • Kielbasa and Pineapple Spiced "Candy" • Chili Cheese Fries • Selfie Meat Combo |
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| Susan's Fish & Chips 1135 Forest Ave. Portland, ME 04103 (207) 878-3240 |
Fried Clams, Seafood & Lobster | • Onion Rings • Butternut Squash & Apple Soup |
The Butternut Squash & Apple Soup was a special, and was average. Onion Rings were crispy, and a good size, but only on the better side of average taste-wise. | |
| Sushi Momento 399 Chestnut Hill Ave. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 505-3460 |
Sushi Bars, Cocktail Bars, Japanese | • Chicken Karaage • Chicken Katsu |
Both items were essentially slightly different iterations of fried chicken, and were both fine. | |
| Suya Joint 185 Dudley St. Roxbury, MA 02119 (617) 708-0245 |
African, Wine Bars, Cocktail Bars | • Taushe Soup • Jollof Rice, Plantains, w/Beef |
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| Swanton Street Diner 72 Swanton St. Winchester, MA 01890 (781) 721-9666 |
Diner, American Casual | • The Sachem Omelet (B) • Pizza |
The Sachem Omelet was good but nothing special. The pizza was grilled and thin crust which was great, and was certainly tasty, but it really wasn't anything spectacular. Honorable mention for fast and friendly service. | |
| Sweet Basil 952 Great Plain Ave. Needham, MA 02492 (781) 444-9600 — Various Locations |
Italian, B.Y.O.B. | • Baked Gouda Wrapped in Phyllo Dough, with Fresh Berries Over Greens • Pulled Chicken Spring Rolls • Chicken Parm |
√ Chicken Parm | The Chicken Parm was worth the journey here. One of the better renditions that I've tried, the texture was perfect and the flavor popped quite nicely. Also a huge portion! The Baked Gouda dish was good, but it's basically a salad, with a small square of cheese in dough, over a slice of sourdough bread. Certainly an unusual dish, but I'd recommend getting it over a standard salad as opposed to a dish that you might be expecting a small appetizer. Pulled Chicken Spring Rolls were actually more like eggrolls, and I'd say were decent but nothing amazing. |
| Sweet Tomatoes 47 Langley Rd. Newton, MA 02459 (617) 558-0222 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Healthy | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | I'd put it on the far better side of average. A nice thin crust, but didn't really jump out at me all that much flavorwise. | |
| Sweetgreen 210 Boylston St. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 617-916-0788 — Various Locations |
Healthy & American Casual | • Salad | Basically this place is like a salad bar, but one where they make it for you. It's well made, and I was happy with it, but I can't say it was anything too amazing. Still, all of the items were fresh and you can mix in as many as you want. Worth checking out. | |
| Sweetheart Inn 80 Myrtle St. Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 682-7012 |
American | • French Onion Soup • Teriyaki Bowl w/Steak Tips • Shepherd's Pie • Onion Rings (side) |
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| Swissbakers 32 Lincoln St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 942-1199 — Various Locations |
Bakery & Swiss | • Chocolate Berliner • Ham & Cheese Croissant • Bacon Quiche • Almond Croissant • Chocolate Croissant • Chocolate Weggli • MiniSwirl • Pretzel Roll Sandwich • Biberli • Strawberry Cake |
The Chocolate Berliner was on the slightly better side of average. I imagine it might actually be pretty damn good just out of the oven... The Ham & Cheese Croissant, which by happenstance DID just come of the oven when I was ordering, was also just on the better side of average. The Bacon Quiche was not very good. Both the Almond Croissant & Chocolate Croissant were fine, but both could've used more fillings within. The Chocolate Weggli was too bready to be good. MiniSwirl was on the far better side of average, but just didn't quite sing to me enough even for honorable mention. Biberli, which are basically little bread/dough type balls filled with a little almond paste were fine, but also not a standout. Pretzel Roll Sandwich and Strawberry Cake were nothing special. | |
| Sycamore Drive-In 282 Greenwood Ave. Bethel, CT 06801 (203) 748-2716 |
Burgers, American Casual | • Dagwood Burger • Curly Fries |
Decent burger but not outstanding. Average curly fries. | |
| Sylvan Street Grille 12 Sylvan St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 774-1724 — Various Locations |
Comfort Food, American Casual | • Ultimate Nachos • Philly Cheesesteak Spring Rolls • Fried Provolone Cheese • Onion Rings • Sweet Potato Fries • Bacon Cheeseburger • Toll House Pie • Potatchoes • Asian Chicken Fingers |
The Ultimate Nachos were certainly loaded pretty well, however most of the cheese was insufficiently melted. Still, these do have fair potential and perhaps it was just an issue with the batch that I got... The Onion Rings were not that good. The Philly Cheesesteak Spring Rolls were some of the better ones that I've had, but they still didn't wow me. As far as the Fried Provolone Cheese, I'd say provolone is definitely a better way to go than mozzarella (or maybe I'm just too used to that flavor), but either way, these still could've been better spiced... The Bacon Cheeseburger gets honorable mention just for being a good solid burger. Well spiced, but a tad dry. Sweet Potato Fries and Toll House Pie were average. The Asian Chicken Fingers were basically just sliced up grilled chicken (not that great regardless), and the Potatchoes were an unusual dish, but still not all that good. They need to be better spiced, cooked a bit longer, and have a bit more cheese. | |
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| T'ahpas 529 529 Franklin St. Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 590-4916 |
Mediterranean & Tapas | • Churrasquito • Street Corn • Chicken Empanadas |
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| T-Bones Great American Eatery 25 S. River Rd. Bedford, NH 03110 (603) 641-6100 — Various Locations |
Steak & Chain | • French Onion Soup • Asian Fusion Salad • Homemade Potato Chips (side) • Teriyaki Sirloin Tips • Unusual Reuben / Chili (Choose 2 combo) • Chocolate Dream Cake |
√ Asian Fusion Salad | Asian Fusion Salad came together as one amazing salad. Something in this combination just works really well together! Definitely a must try! French Onion Soup was very cheesy, but not a real flavor standout. Teriyaki Sirloin Tips get honorable mention for a nice standout flavor with virtually no chewy pieces. The glaze came on the side which isn't my preference but some might like that. I don't think you'd be too sad if you ordered these. Homemade Potato Chips were very average. Chocolate Dream Cake was on the better side of average. Not a super standout but will definitely make chocoholics happy. Unusual Reuben wasn't necessarily all that unusual but was very tasty. Chili was also on the better side of average. |
| T.C. Lando's 127 Main St. Hudson, MA 01749 (978) 568-9432 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Pizza | • Turkey Stiletto • Cheese Fries • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) |
Turkey Stiletto was basically like a turkey calzone. Fine but average. Cheese Fries were on the better side of average as you could tell that the fries were fresh cut, but I can't say they were amazing. Pepperoni Pizza was on the better side of average, but definite bonus points for the fact that it was the size of a quarter of a large pie. | |
| Tack Room, The 145 Lincoln Rd. Lincoln, MA 01773 (781) 257-5099 |
Bars, American (New) | • BBQ Potato Chips • Thanksgiving Poutine • Cornbread Skillet • House Made Tater Tots • Tack Room Burger • Tack Mac & Cheese |
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| Taco Bell 163 Cambridge Rd. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 935-4430 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Mexican | —ALMOST THE ENTIRE MENU— | While I can't in good conscience recommend anything on here as a dish worth the journey per-se, I will say that Taco Bell has some of the most consistent food of all the chains. I've never gone in and been disappointed, clearly with the premise of knowing what I was getting. One thing that you definitely cannot say regarding Taco Bell is that you're ever hungry after eating here. The whole menu basically tastes the same, but I've particularly enjoyed the grilled stuffed burrito, the triple layer nachos, and the double decker taco. Overall, this is probably my favorite among the fast food chain category. | |
| Tallulah's Taqueria 146 Ives St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 272-8226 |
Mexican & Take-out | • Carne Asada Quesadilla • Barbacoa Burrito |
Carne Asada Quesadilla was weird. It was like a cilantro salad on top of a mushed together amalgum of cheese, meat, and tortilla. Moreover the meat was somewhat chewy. The Barbacoa Burrito on the other hand was fairly well put together and was quite enjoyable as far as burritos go. I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Tamarack, The 691 Endicott St. North Laconia, NH 03246 (603) 366-9300 |
Seafood, Lobster | • Grilled Cheese • Frunions |
I think this place is probably more popular for their seafood, so take this rating in stride, but the Grilled Cheese was actually on the slightly better side of average for having a nice melt. Both the rings and the fries that comprise the Frunions both had a nice crunch, but I can't say the flavor was a standout. Also slightly better side of average. | |
| Tasca 1612 Commonwealth Ave. Brighton, MA 02135 (617) 730-8002 |
Spanish, Tapas Bars, Tapas/Small Plates | • Tortilla Espanola • Bolas de Queso • Croquetas de Verduras • Croquetas de Boletus • Pan con Tomate • Queso Manchego • Esparragos al Grill • Empanadas de Carne • Croquetas de Jamon Iberico • Jamon Iberico y Manchego • Queso Fundido • Caramel Flan • Budin de Chocolate |
Pan con Tomate was ok but nothing special. Queso Fundido was similarly ok. Can't go too wrong with melted cheese! Caramel Flan was enjoyable. Budin de Chocolate was more cake-like than pudding-like, and was also fine but nothing amazing. | |
| Tashan 213 Burlington Rd. Bedford, MA 01730 (781) 718-1219 |
Indian, Cocktail Bars | • Gol Guppa • Pomegranate Paneer Pakora • Aam Kale Chaat • Afghani Chicken • Goat Cheese Kofta • Latchha Parantha • Garlic Naan • Tashandaar Jamun |
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| Taso's Euro Cafe 125 Access Rd. Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 278-0001 |
Greek, Mediterranean | • Opa Fries • Steak Tips • Pastichio • Baklava Cheesecake |
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| Tasty, The 42 Court St. Plymouth, MA 02360 (508) 591-7302 |
Gastropubs, Cocktail Bars, Tapas/Small Plates | • Pasta • Eclair Cake |
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| Tasty Burger 86 Van Ness St. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 425-4444 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Bacon Cheeseburger • Chili Cheese Dog • 50/50 Chili Cheese Rings & Fries |
All items, including the burger, were surprisingly unimpressive. | |
| Tasty Cafe 321 Boston Ave. Medford, MA 02155 (781) 219-3269 |
Breakfast, Portuguese & American Casual | • Traditional Francesinha | ||
| Tavern At Quarry Hills 100 Quarry Hills Dr. Quincy, MA 02169 (617) 689-1900 |
Steak, Sandwiches | • Steak Tips • Mac & Cheese • Tavern Four Cheese Pizza |
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| Tavern In The Square 100 District Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-9000 — Various Locations |
Sports Bar, Burgers | • Ultimate Nachos • Maple Sweet Fries • White Truffle Tater Tots • BBQ Steak Tips • Big Dig Chili Fries • Nacho Cheese Sticks • Risotto Fritters • Butternut Squash Arancini • Italian Egg Rolls • Stuffed Smokehouse Burger • Fried Snickers • Philly Steak Mac & Cheese |
√ Philly Steak Mac & Cheese | The Philly Steak Mac & Cheese might be one of the best renditions that I've ever had! Super cheesy, tasty steak MIXED IN with the cheesiness, and flavorful pasta. Not to mention the monsterous portion size. I'd highly recommend a try for this one. Honorable mention for the Nacho Cheese Sticks. One of the best variations of a mozzarella stick that I've seen (and tasted!). Also highly recommend a try. Ultimate Nachos, Maple Sweet Fries, White Truffle Tater Tots, Risotto Fritters, Butternut Squash Arancini, and BBQ Steak Tips were all very average. Big Dig Chili Fries were good but nothing special. The Italian Egg Rolls, Stuffed Smokehouse Burger, and the Fried Snickers were on the better side of average. |
| Tavolino 274 Patriot Pl. Foxboro, MA 02035 (508) 543-6543 |
Pizza, Italian | • Arancini • Harvest Bowl Salad w/Steak Tips • Cacio E Pepe • Butternut Squash Mezzaluna • Short Rib Ravioli • Pizza • Tiramisu |
Arancini were somewhat average. Harvest Bowl Salad was decent as far as salads go. Steak Tips were about average. Butternut Squash Mezzaluna was fine but unimpressive. Short Rib Ravioli, which came with an actual short rib with the raviolis, was a tasty enough dish. I liked the sauce and the crunchy sticks that came in the dish, and I'd honestly give this honorable mention for a fairly nice rendition. Tiramisu was beyond average. Cacio E Pepe was fine but nothing special. Pizza was similarly just ok. | |
| Tavolo 1918 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02124 (617) 822-1918 |
Italian, American Casual | • Polenta alla Icarus • Mushroom Pizza • Biscotti • Tiramisu |
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| Ted's Montana Grill 400 Union St. Suite A104 Westboro, MA 01581 (508) 366-5050 — Various Locations |
Steak, Grill | • Chili Cheese Fries • Onion Rings (side) • Ted's Bacon Cheeseburger |
Ted's Bacon Cheeseburger was somewhat bland. I'd put it on the slightly worse side of average. Chili Cheese Fries were average. Onion Rings were a nice thick cut, and were crispy, but not a standout flavorwise. Still, I'd put them on the better side of average. | |
| Ted's Restaurant 1046 Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 237-6660 |
Burgers | • Bacon Cheeseburger | Not sure what all the hype was about. An ok burger, but nothing outstanding. | |
| Temazcal Tequila Cantina 2 Wall St. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-9700 — Various Locations |
Mexican | • Queso Fundito • Carne Empanadas • Carne Asada Skirt Steak Tacos • Grilled Chicken Tacos • Acapulco Street Corn (side) |
Queso Fundito was good but average. Carne Empanadas were a little too doughy. Carne Asada Skirt Steak and Grilled Chicken Tacos were both just ok. Acapulco Street Corn was on the better side of average. | |
| Tempo 474 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 891-9000 |
Bistro | • Philly Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls • Wild Mushroom Flatbread • French Toast Bread Pudding • Chocolate Mousse • Dessert Wine — 2009 Mas Amiel Muscat, Dessert Wine |
Philly Steak & Cheese Spring Rolls get honorable mention. Good steak, not overly chewy, and a nice thin shell. Not the best I've had but quite tasty. Wild Mushroom Flatbread was pretty tasty, but nothing outstanding overall. French Toast Bread Pudding was well presented with a slice of bacon and some maple syrup, but I can't say it was too exciting tastewise. Chocolate Mousse was similarly just ok. Dessert Wine was good. | |
| Temptations Cafe 1350 Beacon St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 739-4400 |
Sandwiches, Cafe | • Honey Ham & Swiss Panini • Almond Croissant • Congo Bar • Iced Coffee • Chocolate Chip Croissant |
√ Almond Croissant | If you're looking for a nice light flavored croissant, go for the Almond Croissant. Flaky, sweet but not overly so, a good amount of almond paste, and a solid flavor. A nice item to have with coffee. The Honey Ham & Swiss Panini was good but average. The Congo Bar was a little too heavy. It basically sits like a brick... Iced Coffee and the Chocolate Chip Croissant were average. |
| Ten Cousins 977 Main Rd. Westport, MA 02790 (774) 264-9700 |
Pizza & American Casual | • Pizza | ||
| Ten Tables 597 Centre St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617) 524-8810 |
New American | • Broccoli and Cheddar Soup • Roman Style Gnocchi • TT Burger (Bar) • Dessert Wine |
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| Teresa's Italian Eatery 149 South Main St. Middleton, MA 01949 (978) 646-1111 |
Italian, Pizza | • Homemade Arancini • Pollo Milano • Teresa's Trio • Pizza • Marinated Steak Tips • Nutella Chocolate Mousse With Amaretto Crumb Topping |
√ Steak Tips √ Homemade Arancini |
The Steak Tips are the absolute best that I've had to date. Not at all chewy or stringy, with an amazing flavor, slightly burnt edges, and an exceptional marinade. Wow...just wow... The Homemade Arancini also gets the nod here. It was a single huge riceball, but was extremely flavorful bite after bite, with a very fresh marinara sauce. In addition, the Pollo Milano gets honorable mention. A very flavorful dish with an another amazing sauce. The Pizza was definitely good, but still within average territory. Same for Teresa's Trio. The Nutella Chocolate Mousse With Amaretto Crumb Topping was also amazing, but perhaps just a tad too rich. |
| Teresa's Prime 20 Elm St. N. Reading, MA 01864 (978) 276-0044 |
Steak & Seafood | • Bacon • French Onion Soup • Mac & Cheese (side) |
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| Terra 800 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02199 (617) 807-7307 |
Italian | • Arancini • Tiramisu |
Arancini was fine. Tiramisu was very average. | |
| Tessie's Bar & Kitchen 841 Main St. Waltham, MA 02451 (781) 894-8188 — Various Locations |
American (Traditional) | • Pretzels • Custom Burger w/Garlic Tots • Mac & Cheese • Harry Dog • Fried Chicken Sammie |
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| Texas Roadhouse 301 Newbury St. Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 646-9201 — Various Locations |
Bbq, Chain | • Cheese Fries • Steak Tips • Chili |
The Steak Tips, Cheese Fries, and Chili were all average. Honorable mention for a really tasty bread basket. | |
| TGI Friday's 70 Worcester Providence Tpke. Millbury, MA 01527 (508) 865-9189 — Various Locations |
Chain, American Casual | • Jack Daniels Burger • Sesame Jack Chicken Strips • Friday's Tostado Nachos • Fried Mozzarella • Fries |
√ Sesame Jack Chicken Strips | The Sesame Jack Chicken Strips are the item to get at TGI's. The PERFECT chicken and sauce combo. Chicken is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is practically orgasmic... Everything else tried was very average. |
| Theodore's Blues Booze & BBQ 201 Worthington St. Springfield, MA 01103 (413) 736-6000 |
Bbq, Live Music | • Burnt Ends • Chili • Beef Brisket Platter |
√ Brisket | Burnt Ends were on the far better side of average, but the flavor really didn't jump out at me enough to go beyond that. Chili was very average. For the Beef Brisket Platter, the cornbread was on the worse side of average, the onion rings were crispy but that's about it, the cole slaw was average, and the mac & cheese tasted like slightly creamier Kraft. Now the Brisket was a different story. I always try to ask for a leaner cut, and flavor really shown through! It didn't even need any sauce it was that good. This is definitely the item to get here, sides be damned! |
| Thinking Cup 165 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 482-5555 |
Coffee & Tea | • Iced Coffee • Brownie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Mini Chocolate Cupcake • Ham, Gruyere, & Scallion Brioche • Almond Croissant • Eclair • Chocolate Dome |
The Iced Coffee was average, and on the weaker side. The Brownie was decent, and definitely on the better side of average, but no great standout. Chocolate Chip Cookie, Almond Croissant, Eclair, and Chocolate Dome were average. Mini Chocolate Cupcake was not that good. Ham, Gruyere, & Scallion Brioche is really good, ONLY if you cut it in ½ & use it for sandwich bread. THEN it adds great flavor. Average by itself. | |
| Thirsty Beaver, The 288 Atwood Ave. Cranston, RI 02920 (401) 270-7686 — Various Locations |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Wings | • Justin Beaver Bites • It's All Gouda • Onion Rings • Edgewood Log Roll • Cheesy Side of the Moon Dip • RT 5 Beer Mac & Cheese • Pizza |
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| Thwaites Market 36 Railroad St. Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 683-2429 |
English | • Beef Teriyaki Pie • Broccoli Cheese Pie |
There was really nothing wrong with either pie, and they both had a nicely cooked pastry shell to house the fillings, but neither just really spoke to me in way flavorwise. It's not a bad little snack, and they have a ton of varieties, but my samplings weren't much beyond just being ok. | |
| Tia Maria's European Cafe 42 N. Water St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 993-8900 |
Portuguese, Breakfast & Brunch | • Chicken Mozambique Tenders • Portuguese Steak w/Rodelas • Rice Pudding |
Not typically my wheelhouse, so you can take this with a grain of salt if you choose, but the Chicken Mozambique Tenders were unusual, but a little spicy for me. I enjoyed the unusual rendition, and maybe mozambique sauce is meant to be spicy, so again, grain of salt. The Portuguese Steak really didn't speak to me either. The cut of meat seemed a bit tough and honestly I didn't even really get a lot of flavor out of it... The Rodelas, which are round & thin potato discs, were fine but average. Rice Pudding was similarly average. | |
| Tides Restaurant & Pub 2B Wilson Rd. Nahant, MA 01908 (781) 593-7500 |
American & Seafood | • Cherry Cola Glazed Wings • Steak & Cheese Sub • Onion Rings (side) • Oreo Cookie Bash |
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| Tinker's Son, The 707 Main St. Norwell, MA 02061 (781) 561-7361 |
Irish, Pub | • Short Rib & Bleu Mac & Cheese • Steak Tips • Irish Potato Nachos |
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| Tip Tap Room 138 Cambridge St. Boston, MA 02114 (857) 350-3344 |
American, Steak & Brunch | • Steak Tips | ||
| Tipsy Toboggan, The 75 Ferry St. Fall River, MA 02721 (508) 567-0550 |
Tavern, Pub & American | • Blackened Tenderloin Tips • Burger |
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| To Beirut 15 Cottage St. Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 769-3663 |
Middle Eastern & Sandwiches | • Beef Shwarma • Rice Pudding w/Jasmine Syrup |
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| Toast Office, The 679 High St. Westwood, MA 02090 (781) 320-3220 |
Breakfast, Brunch & Sandwiches | • Custom Omelette • Corn Beef Hash (side) • Notorious b.u.r.g Burger w/Onion Rings |
Notorious b.u.r.g Burger was a very meaty burger, as well as a very messy one. The bun was very fresh and soft, but I'd rate the overall burger to be on the better side of average. Onion Rings similarly had a slight sweetness, and were not overly greasy, but I can't give them much beyond the better side of average. Omelette was average. Corn Beef Hash didn't speak to me. | |
| Toca Chida Casa Sociale 331 Great River Rd. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 996-6100 |
Cocktail Bars, Mexican, Latin American | • Chili con Queso • Enchiladas • Empanadas • Sweet Corn • Sinaloa Sliders • Braised Short Rib Tacos • Philly Cheesesteak Tacos |
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| Tonno 175 North Ave. Wakefield, MA 01880 (781) 486-3606 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Arancini • Tagliatelle Bolognese • Tiramisu |
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| Tony & Elaine's 111 N. Washington St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 580-0321 |
Italian | • Arancini • Mozzarella Sticks • Cacio e Pepe • Chicken Parm • 3 Cannoli's |
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| Tony C's Sports Grill 17 Third Ave. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 238-8282 — Various Locations |
Comfort Food, Sports Bar & American Casual | • Chili • Philly Cheese Steak Wontons • Fresh Potato Chips • Steak Tips |
Chili was average. Fresh Potato Chips were nothing special. Philly Cheese Steak Wontons might've faired better in eggroll form, cause in wonton wrappers, the wontons were about the only thing I tasted. Steak Tips were on the far better side of average. | |
| Tony's Clam Shop 861 Quincy Shore Dr. Quincy, MA 02170 (617) 773-5090 |
Seafood, Fried Clams | • Corn Fritters • Fried Butter Breaded Mushrooms • Onion Rings |
The Corn Fritters had fresh corn, but the flavor got lost in all the coating. Fried Butter Breaded Mushrooms had absolutely no flavor. Avoid. Onion Rings were on the better side of average, but still average. | |
| Tony's Donut Shop 9 Bolton St. Portland, ME 04102 (207) 772-2727 |
Donuts | • Chocolate Glazed Donut • Angel Cream • Eclair • Blueberry Turnover |
√ Angel Cream and/or Eclair | First off, everything here was super fresh. The Angel Cream and the Eclair are pretty much the same thing, just with 2 different types of cream (which is why I rated them as only one worth the journey item). More than anything else it was the freshness of them that put them over the top. The flavor was certainly good, though the cream/custard ratio could've been better. But still, when something is that fresh baked you really just can't miss. Chocolate Glazed Donut follows that same freshness sentiment, but the flavor was just a little "too" underwhelming for me. Blueberry Turnover was good, but also just didn't quite do it for me. |
| Toots Ice Cream 137 Walnut Hill Rd. N. Yarmouth, ME 04097 (207) 829-3723 |
Ice Cream | • Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream | It was very creamy, but the flavor didn't quite pop enough. | |
| Topper's 120 Wauwinet Rd. Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 228-0145 |
American Fine Dining, Inn | • Truffled Rigatoni & Cheeses • Vegetable Spring Roll • Black Truffle Chicken Nuggets, Black Truffle Mayo • Gianduja Chocolate, Banana & Passion Fruit Cremeux |
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| Tortilla Flats 355 Hope St. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 751-6777 |
Mexican, Cajun | • Gringo Nachos • Maple Bourbon Steak Tips • Taco Burrito Combo |
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| Tosca 14 North Sq. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 740-0080 |
Italian | • Sugar Pumpkin Soup • Chestnut Risotto • Pizza • Little Chocolate Doughnuts • Grilled Pumpkin Cheesecake Sandwich • Dessert Wine |
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| Toscana Bar Italiano 90 Rantoul St. Beverly, MA 01915 (978) 969-0165 |
Italian | • Deviled Eggs • Arancini • Spring Rolls • Steak Tips • Tiramisu • Nutella Mousse |
Deviled Eggs were fine but average. Arancini were the large kind which is not my preference, and were just ok flavorwise. Spring Rolls were on the far better side of average, mostly for their interesting flavor combination. Steak Tips get honorable mention for having a nice flavor, having no chewy parts, and a good marinade. Tiramisu was the kind in a bowl, and was nothing special. Nutella Mousse was a very interesting take on a mousse/pudding dessert, and I have to give it honorable mention just for originality. Give this a try if you're anywhere nearby. | |
| Toscana Forno 139 Lynnfield St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 896-6979 |
Italian | • Arancini • Cacio e Pepe • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Toscana Italian Chophouse & Wine Bar 3 Pleasant St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 570-3600 |
Wine Bars, Steakhouses, Italian | • Mozzarella en Carozza • Mushroom Ravioli • Braised Bone-in Short Rib • Black Truffle Mascarpone Gnocchi (side) • Prosciutto Mac & Cheese (side) • Hazelnut Creme Brulee • Tiramisu • 10 Layer Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Mousse Bomb |
Mozzarella en Carozza are essentially homemade mozzarella sticks, which were actually pretty good. They come with pesto and sundried tomato dips, the latter being the better one. I'd have to give them honorable mention compared to other iterations that I've had. Mushroom Ravioli was just ok. Not overly flavorful and not saucy enough for my tastes. The Braised Bone-in Short Rib that I got was sadly 90% fat, so had to send it back. They were kind enough to take it off the bill, so I guess you'll have to take your chances with this one. Black Truffle Mascarpone Gnocchi was fine if a little dry and doughy. Prosciutto Mac & Cheese looked amazing but tasted very average, with very minimal prosciutto present. Hazelnut Creme Brulee was not very hazelnuty. Chocolate Mousse Bomb was fine but it honestly didn't really sing to me. Tiramisu was on the far better side of average, just on the cusp of honorable mention but not quite there. 10 Layer Chocolate Cake was fine but a little too rich. | |
| Toscana's Ristorante 3 Bourbon St. Peabody, MA 01960 (978) 535-0731 |
Italian | • Gnocchi di Patate • Tiramisu |
The Gnocchi di Patate and the Tiramisu were both average. | |
| Toscanini's 899 Main St. Cambridge, MA 02139 (617) 491-5877 — Various Locations |
Ice Cream | • Dark Chocolate Ice Cream • Trix Ice Cream |
√ Trix Ice Cream | The Trix Ice Cream was like eating a liquified frozen version of the cereal. It was an absolutely amazing flavor sensation because I couldn't believe how exactly matching the flavor was. Absolutely Worth The Journey for this unusual taste. Dark Chocolate Ice Cream was also very good, but nothing special. |
| Toscano 47 Charles St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 723-4090 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Minestrone • Rigatoni Toscano • Tiramisu |
Minestrone was average. Rigatoni Toscano gets honorable mention, as it was fairly well balanced, but the flavor was amazing. Still, quite enjoyable even if a bit subtle. Tiramisu also gets honorable mention here. It was the type that was in a martini glass, which historically did not work out well for me, but this had a nice layer of custard and the flavors worked well throughout. Only real problem was that it was a bit heavy. | |
| Town Spa Pizza 1119 Washington St. Stoughton, MA 02072 (781) 344-2030 |
Pizza, Sandwiches | • Pizza | ||
| Town Tavern 201 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 859-5413 |
Pubs, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings | • Town Tavern Burger • Crunchy Fried Chicken Burger • TBCP |
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| Towne Tavern And Treehouse 242 Mattakeesett St. Pembroke, MA 02359 (781) 293-3600 — Various Locations |
Waffles, Burgers, Sandwiches | • French Onion Soup • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Salad w/ Steak Tips • Smashed American Classic Burger |
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| Trade 540 Atlantic Ave. Boston, MA 02110 (617) 451-1234 |
American | • Smooth Mushroom Soup • Mushroom Flatbread • Trade Burger • Budino |
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| Trattoria Della Nonna 160 N. Main St. Mansfield, MA 02048 (508) 339-5432 |
Italian | • Mac & Cheese • Risotto with Short Ribs |
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| Traveler's Alehouse 111 Huttleston Ave. Fairhaven, MA 02719 (774) 510-5103 |
New American, Seafood, Pizza | • Spring Rolls • French Onion Soup • Bourbon Teriyaki Steak Tips • Shepherd's Pie • Pizza |
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| Tre Monte 397 Main St. Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 938-4020 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Arancini • Sauteed Mushrooms (side) • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Tiramisu |
√ Sauteed Mushrooms √ Tiramisu |
I want to state for the record that this place gets honorable mention in the overall, as the whole meal, as well as the experience was all evenly good. In some ways, a good overall evenness, can be just as good as a particular standout dish. Now, that being said: the Arancini was a very good solid dish. It could've used a bit more sauce, but was still very flavorful. The Butternut Squash Ravioli similarly could've used a touch creamier sauce, but the filling was certainly flavorful as well. The Sauteed Mushrooms were a surprising piece of happiness, being so well spiced, I couldn't think of a single way to improve upon them. The Tiramisu was also very light and fluffy, just as Tiramisu is meant to be. It's not the top one that I've ever had, but this would certainly make it into the top 10 at least. Definitely recommend a visit here. |
| TreMonte Pizzeria 44 Palmer St. Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 453-1110 — Various Locations |
Pizza, American | • Chili Cheese Fries • Eggroll Sampler • Fried Mozzarella Triangles • Pizza • Burger • Tiramisu |
Chili Cheese Fries were nothing special. As for the Eggroll Sampler, honestly, they all tasted kind of the same. Sure there was a subtle variation in flavors, but the eggroll was thick enough to mask any real differences unfortunately. Fried Mozzarella Triangles were on the far better side of average insofar as stretchy cheese and heft, but I can't say the flavor was any big standout. Still, better than a lot of other fried mozzarella type things that I've tried. Burger was meaty but average. Tiramisu was nothing special. Pizza had a nice thin crust, and I'd put it on the better side of average. | |
| Treat Cupcake Bar 1450 Highland Ave. Needham, MA 02492 (781) 444-4995 |
Bakery, Cupcakes | • Triple Chocolate Cupcake • Needham Cream Pie Cupcake • Funky Chunky Oreo |
All of the cupcakes were on the better side of average. | |
| Tree House Tavern & Bistro, The 1094 Centerville Rd. Warwick, RI 02886 (401) 821-1447 |
American, Comfort Food & Brunch | • Pretzels n' Dip • Deviled Eggs w/Bacon • Truffle Mac & Cheese • Short Rib • Wild Mushroom Pizza • French Onion Burger • Truffle Mushroom Risotto (side) |
Deviled Eggs w/Bacon were enjoyable for what they were. Truffle Mac & Cheese was decent if you're a fan of truffle and garlic, but it wasn't quite cheesy enough for me. Still, better side of average rendition. Short Rib was similarly not bad. Overall enjoyable with minimal fat, so I'd put it on the better side of average. Wild Mushroom Pizza was nice and thin, and generally enjoyable. French Onion Burger was a little messy but not bad. Truffle Mushroom Risotto was enjoyable for what it was and I'm put it on the better side of average. | |
| Tremezzo Ristorante 2 Lowell St. Wilmington, MA 01887 (978) 447-5967 |
Italian | • Picante Pizza • Chicken Parm • Marsala Short Rib Risotto • Onion Rings (side) • Tiramisu |
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| Tresca 233 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 742-8240 |
Italian | • Nachos Bolognese • Arancini • Black Truffle Ricotta Gnocchi • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu • Dessert Wine |
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| Tri-City Wings & Grill 197 North St. Newton, MA 02460 (617) 244-8220 |
Wings, Burgers | • Oriental Sesame Tenders • Pizza Rolls |
Oriental Sesame Tenders were just ok. Pizza Rolls were like crispy springrolls. Interesting, but I can't say they standout too much tastewise. | |
| Trident Booksellers & Cafe 338 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 267-8688 |
Shop, Cafe | • Vegan Cashew Chili • Custom Omelette • Potato Chuckwagon • Mega Tots • Cape Codder • Butternut Squash Ravioli • Chocolatino • Chocolate Mousse • Mac & Cheese • Momos |
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| Trident Galley & Raw Bar 23 Shipyard Dr. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 374-7225 |
Seafood & American | • Wild Mushroom Taco | Wild Mushroom Taco was fine but absolutely nothing special. | |
| Trina's Starlite Lounge 3 Beacon St. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 576-0006 |
Cocktail Lounge, Late Night | • Corn Bisque • BBQ Sweet Potato Chips • Pepperoni Roll • Mac & Cheese • Chili Cheese Dog |
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| Trinity Brewhouse 186 Fountain St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 453-2337 |
Brewpub | • Sweet Potato Fries • Trinity Nachos • Trinity Smoked Turkey Pocket • Chocolate Truffle Cake |
No standouts here whatsoever. Everything was ok, but very average. | |
| Tripoli Bakery 106 Common St. Lawrence, MA 01840 (978) 682-7754 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Pizza | • Lobster Tail • Tiramisu • Chocolate Cake Square • Rum Cake • Eclair • Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie • Chocolate Biscotti • Chocolate Chip Biscotti • Chocolate Canolli • Sicilian Pizza (slice) |
√ Sicilian Pizza | The Sicilian Pizza had a light sweet sauce, a well textured crust (though not overly crispy if you're into that sort of thing), with the toppings almost as an afterthought (I'd say this to say/recommend getting the extra cheese version at least). If I wanted a slice of sicilian, this is exactly how I would envision it. Go visit and try for yourself. Unfortunately, I can't say the pastry/bakery section faired quite as well. I give honorable mention to the Chocolate Chip Biscotti. A nice mix of a chocolate chip cookie and a biscotti, but it just didn't have any great wow factor. I wanted to give the same to both the Rum Cake and the Eclair, but the ingredient combinations were just not quite right and something was definitely missing. Both do have potential though! As to the rest, I'd have to rate them all between average to below average. Except for the Lobster Tail, which was just bad.. |
| Troquet 107 South St. Boston, MA 02111 (617) 695-9463 |
Wine Bar, Eclectic | • S'mores Cheesecake • Espresso Martini |
S'mores Cheesecake was way more cheesecake than s'mores, which was disappointing. It didn't stand out for me. If you're in the neighborhood and feel like a drink though, the Espresso Martini will not disappoint. | |
| True West 525 Massachusetts Ave. Acton, MA 01720 (978) 206-1600 |
Breweries, Salad, Sandwiches | • Malted Butter Pretzels • Braised Beef Birria Nachos • Cheeseburger Rangoons • Squash & Pumpkin Bisque • Grilled Marinated Steak Tips |
Malted Butter Pretzels were thoroughly unimpressive. Braised Beef Birria Nachos had almost no cheese and the birria had fatty parts. Cheeseburger Rangoons were too doughy. Squash & Pumpkin Bisque was fine but nothing too special. Grilled Marinated Steak Tips were chewy. Not impressed with this place. | |
| Tryst 689 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02476 (781) 641-2227 |
American, Comfort Food | • Burger • Bacon Wrapped Dates |
Bacon Wrapped Dates were fine but nothing special. Burger was average. | |
| Tu Y Yo 858 Broadway Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 623-5411 |
Mexican | • Sope • Crepa de Cuitlacoche en Salsa Poblana • Chile Relleno en Nogada • Flan a la Doris • White Sangria |
√ Crepa de Cuitlacoche en Salsa Poblana | Overall this is one of those places where it just feels like anything you get will be pretty damn good. So of the items that I tried, the Crepa de Cuitlacoche en Salsa Poblana was the tastiest. A nice thin mushroomy crepe sitting in a pool saucy goodness. Another of those items that I didn't want to stop eating. I think you'll be very happy trying this one out. The Sope gets honorable mention. It was really good, but the dough overpowered a bit. I tried the beef version, would go back and try the mushroom one. The Sangria also gets honorable mention here. I'm not always a fan of Sangria, but it was very refreshing, and not overpowering, and it tasted very frsshly made. The Chile Relleno en Nogada on the other hand WAS a bit too overpowering. I mean I know if was a pepper after all, but a bit more than I had expected. The Flan a la Doris was good, especially in the cinnamon sauce, but it lacked any other real wow factor. |
| Tuckaway Tavern and Butchery 68 Route 27 Raymond, NH 03077 (603) 244-2431 |
American Casual, Burgers & Seafood | • Pretzels & Cheese • Rooster Balls • Steakhouse Onion Soup • Tuckaway Tavern Burger • Chili Cheese Fries (side) • Steak Tips (side) • S'More Sundae • Bloo Balls |
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| Tucker's 360 Daniel Webster Hwy. Merrimack, NH 03054 (603) 413-6477 — Various Locations |
Breakfast & Brunch, Soup | • Pops Omelette • Corned Beef Hash (side) |
Pops Omelette was good, but it was basically a meat filled omelette. You can't really go too wrnog there... Corned Beef Hash was not very good. | |
| Turner's Seafood 506 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 662-0700 |
Seafood | • Mac & Cheese • Grapenut Pudding |
√ Mac & Cheese | Mac & Cheese was really really good to my surprise (given that it's a seafood restaurant). The correct pasta (orecchiette), a nice layer of burnt cheese on top, and a nice creamy layer within, all of which worked really well together to create a pretty yummy dish. Grapenut Pudding was nothing special. |
| Turnpike Market 509 Middlesex Tpke. Billerica, MA 01821 (978) 663-8757 |
Pizza, Salad, Italian | • Bacon Jumbo Tots • Mac & Cheese Tots • Cream of Mushroom Soup • Broccoli Cheddar Soup • Bacon Jam Burger • Pizza |
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| Turtle Alley 42 Rogers St. Gloucester, MA 01930 (978) 281-4000 |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Dark Chocolate Bark • Chocolate Fudge • Penuche Truffle |
√ Dark Chocolate Bark | The Dark Chocolate Bark was really good here. Smooth and Creamy without being overly sweet. A good solid piece of dark chocolate. The Chocolate Fudge and Penuche Truffle were average. |
| Tuscan Kitchen 19 Via Toscana Salem, NH 03079 (603) 952-4875 — Various Locations |
Italian | • Polpettoni • Arancini • Roasted Butternut Squash Cappellacci • Roasted Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Tortelli Brasato • Saffron Risotto (side) • Butternut Squash Walnut Mista (side) • Tiramisu |
I'm sad to say that most everything that I tasted here tasted pretty much the same to me, or just had virtually no flavor at all. Also, the service was RIDICULOUSLY slow.... | |
| Tutto Bene 1050 Pearl St. Brockton, MA 02301 (508) 583-1515 |
Italian | • Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli App • Arancini • Hot & Sticky Balls • Pear Salad • Chicken Parm • Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding • Tiramisu |
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| Tutto Italiano 1889 River St. Hyde Park, MA 02136 (617) 361-4700 |
Deli, Sandwiches | • Turkey Swiss Sandwich | I was not impressed. Insufficient meat/cheese to bread ratio. | |
| Twenty 8 Food & Spirits 28 Patriot Pl. Foxboro, MA 02035 (508) 543-5500 |
Comfort Food, Pizza | • Chocolate Chocolate | Ok, but nothing special. | |
| Twenty One North 21 North St. Medfield, MA 02052 (508) 709-1995 |
Burgers, American, Beer Bar | • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Nachos • Wedge Salad w/Steak Tips • Burger • Cinnamon Cereal Milk Cake |
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| UBURGER 89 Main St. Andover, MA 01810 (978) 809-3338 |
Burgers, Sandwiches | • Custom Burger • Fries • Chocolate Frappee |
I had a burger with bacon, mushrooms, swiss, grilled onions, & ketchup. It was ok, but nothing special. Fries were pretty bad. Chocolate Frappee was ok but nothing special. | |
| Umbria 250 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113 (617) 865-1265 |
Italian, Steakhouses, Bars | • Porcini Mushroom Soup • Short Rib Caramelle Pasta • Braised Beef Short Ribs • Onion Ring Tower • Truffle 4 Cheese Gnocchi |
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| Uncle Charlie's Finer Diner 1496 Main St. S. Weymouth, MA 02190 (781) 337-3889 |
Breakfast, Brunch & American Casual | • Home Run Omelette • Steak Tips (side) |
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| Uni 370 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 536-7200 |
Sushi, Japanese | • Wagyu Beef Dumplings • Chow Fun Noodles |
√ Chow Fun Noodles | The Chow Fun Noodles were ridiculously overpriced, especially for the amount that you get, but I have to say they were really tasty so I had to rate it as that. Instead of individual noodles, it's like the noodles are packed on top of each, then cut, so it's like you're eating packed noodle bites. However you only get like 5 of these for $23. Tastewise they were super yummy with the crispiness of the noodles and the sweetness of the hosin sauce. Do with that what you will. Wagyu Beef Dumplings had this really spicy sauce that they came in, and I feel like would've been better without it. But if you're into spicy then you'll probably be a big fan. Overall overpriced food but not bad if you're splurging. |
| Union Oyster House 41 Union St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 227-2750 |
New England, Seafood | • French Onion Soup • Onion Rings • Boston Cream Pie |
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| Union Park Pizza 244 Newbury St. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 855-1100 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) • Sicilian Cheese (slice) |
Pepperoni Pizza had a nice thin crust, but the highest I can give it is the better side of average. Sicilian Cheese was fine but a little too bready for my taste. | |
| Union Square Donuts 16 Bow St. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 702-2446 — Various Locations |
Donuts | • Chocolate Chipotle Donut • Brown Butter Hazelnut Crunch Donut • Cherry Hibiscus • Boston Cream Donut |
√ Cherry Hibiscus | The Chocolate Chipotle Donut was a very lite yet cakey donut with some good chocolate and a bit of a spicy kick. It wasn't bad but I wish they had some more "regular" flavors. The Cherry Hibiscus is the flavor I'm picking as worth the journey of the ones sampled, but given that the base donut is really good, you probably wouldn't be too disappointed with any choice made here. Again, it's a bit hard to even really qualify these as donuts per se, but the cherry flavor adds a nice flavor balance to the base. The Brown Butter Hazelnut Crunch Donut is also good, but a little more subtle, and whole lot messier to eat. The Boston Cream Donut was ok but not quite as creamy as I wanted it to be. Ratio seemed a little off. |
| Union Straw 8 Mechanic St. Foxboro, MA 02035 (774) 215-3377 |
American (New) | • Irish Nachos • Drunken French Onion Soup • Steak Tips (side) • Burger • Coconut Rum Cake • Tiramisu Cup • Death by Chocolate |
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| Uno Chicago Grill 25 Major Taylor Blvd. Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 762-9195 — Various Locations |
Chain, Pizza | • Brocolli Cheddar Soup • Asian Chicken Salad • Mozzarella Sticks • Fries (side) • Muchos Nachos • Numero Uno Pizza • BBQ Burger with Bacon & Cheddar • Mini Sweets |
√ Brocolli Cheddar Soup √ Fries |
The Brocolli Cheddar Soup unexpectedly gets the nod here. It was one of the tastiest and creamiest soups that I ever had. I can't think of anything that I would've added to this soup to make it any tastier...definitely worth the journey! Also, I don't know what it is about UNO's fries compared to the rest of the chains, but these are by far the most tasty. They are discernibly fresher and more flavorful. Asian Chicken Salad, Muchos Nachos, Numero Uno Pizza, BBQ Burger, and Mozzarella Sticks were average. The Mini Sweets were not that good. |
| Upper Crust, The 41 Waltham St. Lexington,MA 02421 (781) 274-0089 — Various Locations |
Pizza, Take-out | • Pepperoni Pizza (slice) | Not bad but a little too salty. | |
| Urban Wild 100 Hood Park Dr. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 286-7300 |
Music Venues, Bowling, BBQ | • Cheeseburger Springrolls • Footlong Mozzarella Stick • Crazy Corn Elote Dip • Return of the Mac Burger • Pepperoni French Bread Pizza |
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| Uxlocale, The 510 Hartford Ave. Uxbridge, MA 01569 (508) 779-7515 |
Italian, Pizza, Gastropubs | • Papas Vitamin G Carbonara • Mac Daddy Pizza • Caramel Pretzel Brittle Brownie |
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| Val's 75 Reservoir St. Holden, MA 01520 (508) 829-0900 |
American (Traditional), Italian, Seafood | • Chicken Parm • Black Diamond Burger • Bread Pudding |
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| Valsos Table & Bar 139 Shirley Ave. Revere, MA 02151 (781) 629-4843 |
Tapas Bars, American (New), Italian | • Empanadas de Iglesia • Yuca Gnocchi • Hawaiian Pizza • Valsos Burger • Tiramisu |
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| Vejigantes 57 W. Dedham St. Boston, MA 02118 (617) 247-9249 |
Puerto Rican | • Alcapurrias • Beef Empanadas • Mozzarella Empanada • Breaded Thin Cut Steak • Custard Pie |
Both Empanadas were just ok. Breaded Thin Cut Steak just makes honorable mention. It reminded me a bit of asian crispy beef, though maybe not quite as flavorful. Still, a very enjoyable dish! Custard Pie was just ok. Same for the Alcapurrias. | |
| Venetian, The 909 Broad St. Weymouth, MA 02189 (781) 337-4363 |
Italian | • Crispy Mozzarella • Arancini • Five Cheese Ravioli • Tiramisu • Fresh Cannoli Trio |
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| Venetian Moon 680 Main St. Reading, MA 01867 (781) 944-3633 |
Italian | • Tortellini al Forno • Chicken Parm • Six Cheese Ravioli • Stuffed Mushrooms • Hamptons Cake • Tiramisu |
√ Chicken Parm | The Chicken Parm was really tasty. All ingredients living in harmonious goodness, well spiced, and just one of those dishes that I didn't want to stop eating. Absolutely recommend this dish. The Tortellini al Forno and Stuffed Mushrooms were also pretty good, but no outstanding wow factors. The Six Cheese Ravioli, Hamptons Cake, and Tiramisu were all good but average. |
| Venezia 20 Ericsson St. Boston, MA 02122 (617) 436-3120 |
Italian | • Onion Soup • Triple Chocolate Cake |
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| Venus Cafe 47 South Ave. Whitman, MA 02382 (781) 447-9072 |
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| Verrill Farm 11 Wheeler Rd. Concord, MA 01742 (978) 369-4494 |
Farm Stand, Bakery | • Turkey Wrap | So first off, this is not really a restaurant. It's more like a little market/store. The Turkey Wrap is good, and I got it with smoked turkey and bacon added. Not necessarily amazing, but very fresh and flavorful. Just a nice little local marketplace. | |
| Versus 42 Province St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 482-1213 |
Arcades, Bars, American (Traditional) | • Cheesesteak Spring Rolls • Vegetable Spring Rolls • Cheesy Tots |
All 3 items were just ok. As expected this place is not so much about the food. | |
| Via 89 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 754-4842 |
Italian & American Casual | • Braised Short Ribs • Parmesan Risotto (side) • Mushroom Risotto (side) • Sweet Corn and Parmesan Polenta (side) • Meatball and Parmesan Pizza • Arancini • Tiramisu |
Braised Short Ribs was on the far better side of average. Recommend getting it with their freshly shaved parmesan cheese on top. Parmesan Risotto however was not all that good. Mushroom Risotto on the other hand faired far better, but I wish it had been cheesier. Arancini was on the slightly better side of average. Tiramisu was thick and heavy and not very good. Sweet Corn and Parmesan Polenta was good for what it was but not overly memorable. Meatball and Parmesan Pizza gets honorable mention for being cheesy and thin crust, but it just didn't quite pop with flavor otherwise. | |
| Vico Ristorante Italiano 89 Central St. Norwood, MA 02062 (781) 352-3336 |
Italian | • Farfalle Boscaiola • Bucatini Cacio e Pepe • Tiramisu • Nutella Creme Brulee • Chocolate Mousse |
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| Victor's Italian Restaurant 560 Lincoln Ave. Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 231-0532 |
Italian, Take-out | • Chicken Parm • Tiramisu |
√ Sauce | I'm being inspecific here, in that even though the Chicken Parm was really good, I think pretty much anything with that amazing tomato sauce would fall into the same category. So, I'm giving this place an inspecific worth the journey, because you really can't go wrong with any dish that involves that sauce! Tiramisu was the better side of average, but still average. Also, honorable mention for VERY friendly service, and not to mention the random freebie samples that Victor gives you while you wait for your order. |
| Victoria's Diner 1024 Massachusetts Ave. Roxbury, MA 02118 (617) 442-5965 |
Diner | • Oreo Milkshake • Grilled Banana Bread • Custom Omelette • Mozzarella Sticks • Onion Rings (side) • Chocolate Cream Pie |
Oreo Milkshake was fine. Grilled Banana Bread was totally flavorless. Custom Omelette was fine. Mozzarella Sticks were fine. Chocolate Cream Pie was nothing special. Onion Rings had a nice crisp but not a lot of flavor. Still, slightly better side of average, as I've had far worse. | |
| Victory Point 332 Victory Rd. Quincy, MA 02171 (617) 481-1070 |
Seafood, Bars, Venues & Event Spaces | • Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Vida Cantina 2456 Lafayette Rd. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 501-0648 |
Mexican | • Carne Asada Enchilada • Street Corn (side) |
Both dishes were fine but nothing special. | |
| Viga 140 Clarendon St. Boston, MA 02116 (857) 991-1560 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Italian | • Bari Steak Wrap (L) • Turkey Club Wrap (L) • Pizza (slice) (L) • Chocolate Chip Cookie (L) |
Pizza was on the slightly better side of average. Turkey Club Wrap was good but average. Bari Steak Wrap was on the worse side of average because the steak was chewy. Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. A reasonable downtown lunch spot. | |
| Villa Mexico 121 Water St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 957-0725 |
Mexican & Take-out | • Mole Poblano Burrito • Chocolate Flan |
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| Villa Restaurant, The 124 E. Plain St. Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 653-8570 |
Italian, Seafood, American | • Arancini • Chicken Parm • Butternut Sqush & Amaretto Ravioli • Turkey Dinner • Cheesy Garlic Bread (side) • Onion Rings (side) • Tiramisu • Italian Mousse Cake • Spumoni • Grapenut Pudding |
Arancini was on the far better side of average. Just a good solid crispy arancini that you won't be disappointed with, but won't have the wow moment. The Cheesy Garlic Bread was of a similar accord, but I'm giving this one honorable mention as this is the type of dish that I'd love to be able to start my meal with over a standard bread basket. Chicken Parm also gets honorable mention, as this was a very solid dish that you'd be very happy to eat when you have that parm craving. Onion Rings similarly get honorable mention as a clearly freshly made batch of rings that, while I wish were crispier, were a very solid and reasonably flavorful item to try. Turkey Dinner was fine but nothing to write home about. Both the Tiramisu and the Spumoni were average. Butternut Sqush & Amaretto Ravioli was not very good. Italian Mousse Cake was good but not amazing. Grapenut Pudding was on the better side of average for this dish. | |
| Village Manor 427 Sprague St. Dedham, MA 02026 (781) 407-9191 |
Pub, American Casual & Italian | • Mile High Nachos • Garlic Bread Fun-Due • Baked Mac & Cheese |
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| Village Trestle 25 Main St. Goffstown, NH 03045 (603) 497-8230 |
American, New American, Music Venues | • Chili Nachos • Cliffy's Turkey Melt • Chicken Tendies Trestle Bowl |
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| Vin Bin, The 91 Main St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 480-9463 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, American Casual & Take-out | • Firehouse Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich | The sandwich was fine but really nothing special. | |
| Vinal Bakery 222 Somerville Ave. Somerville, MA 02143 (617) 718-0148 |
Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries | • Bacon Egg & Cheese on French Toast English Muffin • Roni Pizza Muffin • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
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| Vinny's at Night 76 Broadway Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 628-1921 |
Italian & Shop | • Chicken Parm • Chocolate Duo Mousse • Tartufo • Tiramisu |
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| Vinotta 361 Moody St. Waltham, MA 02453 (781) 373-9128 |
Italian, Wine Bars, Cocktail Bars | • Pappardelle, Porcini & Truffle • Tiramisu |
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| Vintage Grille 346 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 752-0558 |
American Casual, Comfort Food & Burgers | • Chili • Muscle Car Mac & Cheese Bites |
Chili was hearty and well balanced. Better side of average. Muscle Car Mac & Cheese Bites were on the better side of average. Crispy with a nice flavor that, while not amazing, was enjoyable enough. Worth trying if you're there. | |
| Virgilio's Italian Bakery & Deli 29 Main St. Gloucester, MA 01930 (978) 283-5295 |
Sandwiches | • Steak Bomb • Turkey Club • Mudiga Steak Bomb • Pizza (slice) • Tiramisu • Lobster Tail • Almond Cookie • Chocolate Chip Cookie |
Turkey Club was average. Mudiga Steak Bomb, which is basically like a breaded steak cutlet, and is supposed to be one of their more popular sandwiches, was really nothing special. Regular Steak Bomb was on the better side of average, but I'd recommend getting it on something less bready as it can overwhelm the steak and cheese flavors. Pizza slice was just ok. A little thicker than I would've liked. Tiramisu was on the far better side of average. It didn't pop flavorwise but was pretty smooth and enjoyable. Lobster Tail was very similarly on the far better side of average. It didn't pop flavorwise but had a decent crunch and was filled with custard. Also nice that it wasn't overly large. Enjoyable. Almond Cookie and Chocolate Chip Cookie were also on the better side of average. | |
| Volturno 72 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 756-8658 |
Pizza & Italian | • Arancini • Pepperoni Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Vuolo's 140 Lincoln St. Winthrop, MA 02152 (781) 322-4068 |
Italian | • Lobster Arancini • Stuffed Mushrooms • Cacio E Pepe • Pappardelle Al Ragu • Chicken Parm • Nana's Potato Croquettes |
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| Wagamama 1 Faneuil Hall Sq. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 742-9242 — Various Locations |
Asian | • Gyoza • Vegetable Gyoza • Teriyaki Steak Soba • Mongolian Beef |
All items were fairly average with no standouts. | |
| Wahlburgers 19 Shipyard Dr. Hingham, MA 02043 (781) 749-2110 — Various Locations |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Custom Burger • Chili Cheese Dog • Sweet Potato Tater Tots (side) • Mac & Cheese w/Bacon (side) |
The Burger was fine, but not sure what all the hype is about. Nothing bad about it but I've had better. Sweet Potato Tater Tots were average. Chili Cheese Dog was not very good. Mac & Cheese w/Bacon had a good amount of cheese, but the mac was not overly flavorful. Bacon, which was not like little bacon bits, but more like real thick cut pieces, was a really nice addition and added a nice texture to the dish. I'd have to put this on the far better side of average. | |
| Walker's Maine 1273 US Rte 1 Cape Neddick, ME 03902 (207) 351-1145 |
American (New), Cocktail Bars | • Tempura Corn • Campanelle Pasta • Wood Fired Short Rib Kofta • Banana Pudding Brulee |
√ Wood Fired Short Rib Kofta | I'm not sure what the particular deal was with the Wood Fired Short Rib Kofta dish, but it was phenomenal! No fat, super flavorful, and I definitely did NOT want to stop eating it. Absolutely make a ourney for this dish!! Tempura Corn was an interesting take but was more of a novelty. Campanelle Pasta was like a kicked up Mac and Cheese and was just ok. Banana Pudding Brulee was alright, and an unusual item, but I can't give it more than the better side of average overall. Stick with the Short Ribs!! |
| Wally's Wieners 120 Atwells Ave. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 648-3330 — Various Locations |
Hot Dogs, Burgers, Cocktail Bars | • Smoked Gouda Arancini • Onion Rings • OG Smashburger • Chili Cheese Dog |
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| Ward 8 90 N. Washington St. Boston, MA 02113 (857) 350-4412 |
American | • Fried Cheese Steak Dumplings • The Burger • Bacon Cashew Caramel Corn • Crispy Steak Tacos |
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| Warehouse Bar & Grille 40 Broad St. Boston, MA 02109 (617) 936-4383 |
American & Brunch | • Potato Chip Nachos • Fried Truffle Mac & Cheese • Cheeseburger Ravioli • Burger w/ Sweet Potato Tots |
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| Warren Tavern 2 Pleasant St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 241-8142 |
Pub, Comfort Food | • French Onion Soup • Steak Tips • Bacon Cheeseburger • Tavern Chips • Pub Cheese & Crackers |
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| Warren's Place 27 Pleasant St. Weymouth, MA 02190 (781) 331-7575 |
Pizza, American (Traditional) | • Onion Rings • Steak Tips • Pizza |
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| Washington Square Tavern, The 714 Washington St. Brookline, MA 02445 (617) 232-8989 |
Bars, American (Traditional) | • Burger | ||
| Waterman Grille 4 Richmond Sq. Providence, RI 02906 (401) 521-9229 |
New American & Comfort Food | • Wood-Grilled Szechuan Beef Skewers • Philly B's Barbeque Short Ribs • Mac & Cheese (side) • Chocolate Mousse Cake • Waterman Chocolate Bread Pudding • Cookie Monster |
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| Waterworks Cafe 250 Commercial St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 782-5088 |
American Casual, Sandwiches & Breakfast | • Grown-Up Grilled Cheese • Poached Pear Salad |
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| Waverly Kitchen & Bar 231 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown, MA 02129 (617) 380-6500 |
Cocktail Bars, Breakfast & Brunch, Tapas/Small Plates | • Sweet Potato Croquettes • Braised Short Rib • Waverly Mac & Cheese (side) • Cacio e Pepe Fries (side) |
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| Wayside Country Store 1015 Boston Post Rd. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 481-3458 |
Chocolate & Candy | • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Various Licorice Flavors |
A cute little store, half old time country store, half LARGE candy store. A fun little place to peruse, and to find hard to find candies. No special standouts here per-se, but still a fun place to stop by if you're in the area. | |
| Wellington, The 75 Leonard St. Belmont, MA 02478 (617) 932-1750 |
American (New), American (Traditional) | • Short Rib French Onion Soup • Street Corn • Fried Organic Chicken • Winn Brook Burger • S'mores Baked Alaska • Go Nuts Spiked Shake |
√ S'mores Baked Alaska | The Street Corn was extremely average. Winn Brook Burger was large but not very flavorful. Go Nuts Spiked Shake was very plain. Short Rib French Onion Soup was loaded with short rib pieces, and I'd put it on the slightly better side of average. Fried Organic Chicken had a nice sweetness to it, but overall was just ok for me. S'mores Baked Alaska gets the nod here for a really good combination of flavors that execute very well. Chocolate ice cream with a meringue shell, graham crumbles, and little crunchy chocolate shavings. Highly recommend trying this one out! |
| Welly's 153 Main St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 281-2091 — Various Locations |
American (Traditional), Pizza | • Grilled Naan Turkey Sandwich • Chicken Parm • Dan's Spicy Cashew Chicken |
Grilled Naan Turkey Sandwich was ok. Same for Dan's Spicy Cashew Chicken. Chicken Parm was very average. | |
| Wemmy's 29 S. Bolton St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (781) 772-5052 |
Seafood | • French Onion Soup • Mushroom Flatbread • Short Rib • Tiramisu • Chocolate Crunch Strip |
Mushroom Flatbread was average. Chocolate Crunch Strip was a little too sweet and rich. French Onion Soup was on the far better side of average. No specific wow factor but highly enjoyable! Short Rib was similarly tasty. Again no great wow factor but fairly good. Tiramisu was also on the better side of average. | |
| Wendell's 30 W. Main St. Norton, MA 02766 (508) 285-5555 |
Chicken Wings, Pubs | • Sissy Boneless Wings • Fries • Onion Rings |
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| Wendy's 112 Burlington Mall Rd. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 272-0866 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chain | —ALMOST THE ENTIRE MENU— | √ Frosty √ Chili |
One of my favorites of the fast food chains, Wendy's has always been reliably tasty. In the vein of "knowing what you're getting", I have to give honorable mention to the following several items: The Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for being the tastiest small burger on the menu, the Chicken Nuggets for being the best of all the chains, especially with the Sweet & Sour sauce, and lastly the Mandarin Chicken Salad, which would've been worth the journey until they started adding gross grilled chicken to it, but is still a great combo of tastes. Now onto the chili. While perhaps not the best chili in the entire world, it certainly is the best non-dessert item on the whole menu. For a fast food item, it is surprisingly tasty, but always consistently good. And lastly the Frosty. No matter what flavor you choose, or which mixin you do or do not add, it is always a tasty treat. Like the perfect mixture between ice cream and a frappe, I personally prefer to go spoonless by letting it melt for a bit and then drinking it. Absolute yum. |
| Wes' Rib House 38 Dike St. Providence, RI 02909 (401) 421-9090 |
BBQ, Burgers, Sandwiches | • Brisket | ||
| West End Johnnies 138 Portland St. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 227-1588 |
American Casual, Live Music | • Baked Shells • Onion Rings |
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| West On Centre 1732 Centre St. W. Roxbury, MA 02132 (617) 323-4199 |
American Casual | • Arancini • Steak & Cheese Eggrolls • Parmesan Truffle Fries • BBQ Steak Tips |
Arancini was on the better side of average. I wanted it a touch crispier but the fillings were good. Steak & Cheese Eggrolls were ok but a little greasy. BBQ Steak Tips are right on the fence of being worth the journey and honorable mention, but they just didn't quite the magic for the full nod. That said, you will not be sad if you order these tips. A good marinade with no chewy pieces. Highly enjoyable! Parmesan Truffle Fries were on the better side of average. | |
| When Pigs Fly 259 Elm St. Somerville, MA 02144 (617) 776-0021 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Shop | • Chocolate Bread Pudding • Sun-Dried Tomato w/Fresh Basil Oil Bread • Maple Walnut Banana Bread • Mango, Pineapple, Raisin with Toasted Sesame and Ginger Bread • Chocolate Bread • Savory Cranberry Bread • Whole Wheat Honey Nut w/Apricots & Dates Bread • Harvest Bread • Apple Cinnamon Bread • Baby Spinach, Onion & Garlic Ciabatta Bread • Brown Sugar Cinnamon Swirl Bread • Olive Bread • Sicilian Green Olive & Hot Cherry Peppers Bread • Orange,Toasted Walnut and Cranberry Bread • Potato, Roasted Garlic & Onion Bread • Red Pepper Hummus with Sesame Seeds & Garlic Bread • Veggie Potato Latke Bread |
√ Sun-Dried Tomato w/Fresh Basil Oil Bread | The Chocolate Bread Pudding was really tasty. Fresh and chocolatey, I think this might be even better if heated up slightly. Moreover, this bread pudding has such a good base flavor, that it might be the perfect item to add say chocolate sauce/hot fudge, or some additional flavoring to. Try it and you'll see what I mean. Also, the Sun-Dried Tomato w/Fresh Basil Oil Bread as worth the journey. Most of these bread are just amazing, but of the large variety that I sampled, this one struck me the best as it seemed the most usable across multiple platforms. In other words, it would be good for sandwiches as well as toast, or even just as a snack by itself. The best balance of robust and subtle flavors. Trust the expert on this one.:) I also give honorable mention to the Maple Walnut Banana Bread, Chocolate Bread, Savory Cranberry Bread, and the Whole Wheat Honey Nut w/Apricots & Dates Bread. The Harvest Bread and Apple Cinnamon Bread were the ones I liked the least, but I would definitely not call them bad. The Baby Spinach, Onion & Garlic Ciabatta Bread was on the better side of average. The Brown Sugar Cinnamon Swirl Bread was actually a bit too sweet. The Olive Bread is a nice compliment to sandwiches, while the Sicilian Green Olive & Hot Cherry Peppers Bread while similar, has a spicier kick for those who prefer it. The Orange,Toasted Walnut and Cranberry Bread, Potato, Roasted Garlic & Onion Bread, Red Pepper Hummus with Sesame Seeds & Garlic Bread, and Veggie Potato Latke Bread were all a bit too subtle for my taste, but again, would never ever call these bad. UPDATE: I tried the Chocolate Bread Pudding and it really didn't speak to me this time. Still somewhat chocolatey, it seemed more dense and less flavorful this time around, so I'd have to recommend it less than before. I did end up heating it up in the microwave this time but it didn't seem to really help all that much. |
| When Pigs Fly Pizzeria 460 US Rte. 1 Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 438-7036 |
Pizza | • Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza • Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich |
I give this pizza honorable mention as it hit a lot of the right notes, but just didn't quite have enough of the wow-factor. Still you absolutely will not be disappointed with this pie. Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich was ok but a bit messy. Honestly I'd recommend going next door to their bakery and getting the cookie on it's own, and then finding a place that sells the Gifford's S'mores and get that separately as well. | |
| White Farms 326 High St. Ipswich, MA 01938 (978) 356-2633 |
Ice Cream | • Outrageous Chocolate Ice Cream | It was pretty good, but I've had better. Still, a fair contender on it's own. | |
| White Horse Tavern 26 Marlborough St. Newport, RI 02840 (401) 849-3600 |
Inn, New England | • White Horse Triple Silk | There was nothing silky about this dessert. It would've stood a chance if it had been far more creamier/mousseier. | |
| White Hut 280 Memorial Ave. W. Springfield, MA 01089 (413) 736-9390 |
Burgers, Hot Dog | • Cheeseburger • Fries • Onion Rings |
√ Cheeseburger | The Cheeseburger gets the full nod here. It's nice that you can totally customize it, and it's small enough (assuming you don't go double) that you don't feel super full after eating one. Very fresh and with flavors that go together extremely well, I can see why this place has such a cult following. The Fries get honorable mention also for their freshness, skin on flavor, and retainment of crispiness even after a long period of time. Onion rings were just ok. Definitely worth a stop in here. |
| White Mountain Creamery 19 Commonwealth Ave. Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 (617) 527-8790 |
Ice Cream | • German Chocolate Ice Cream | Ice cream was good but nothing outstanding. | |
| White's Bakery & Cafe 321 School St. Mansfield, MA 02048 (508) 339-8230 — Various Locations |
Bakery, Dessert | • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Frosted Brownie • Almond Croissant • Chocolate Croissant • Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti • Almond Cookie • Lobster Tail • Chocolate Cupcake • Mini Chocolate Cannoli • Tiramisu Cake • Midnight Madness Cake • Rum Cake • Mini Cream Puff • Mini Eclair • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
Sadly, I can summarize all the items fairly easily. These were all fine, but there was not one single item that really stood out for me. | |
| Whoopie-Doo & Cupcakes Too 179 Main St. Sturbridge, MA 01566 (774) 241-3370 |
Bakeries, Cupcakes | • Death By Chocolate Cupcake • Pistachio Smash Cookie • Pistachio Cannoli • Canoopie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Lobster Tail |
√ Lobster Tail | Lobster Tail was really good here! Soft and fluffy cream, with a nice crunch of the shell, makes for a very worth the journey item! Death By Chocolate Cupcake gets honorable mention for being very true to it's name, but almost to the point of being overly so. Still, a must try for the chocoholic! Chocolate Chip Cookie was average. Pistachio Smash Cookie was better but still kind of average. Pistachio Cannoli was about average. Canoopie is an interesting take on a cannoli/whoopie pie hybrid, but it just seemed a bit too bulky for me. I'm not sure how else to better describe it... |
| Wicked Whoopies 100 Main St. Freeport, ME 04032 (207) 865-3100 |
Bakery, Mail Order | • Chocolate Lovers Whoopie • Whoop-de-Doo |
They were alright as far as whoopie pies go, but I really wanted the cake to be more moist and less dense. | |
| Wicked Wing Co. 321 W. Boylston St. Worcester, MA 01606 (774) 243-7336 |
Wings | • Maple Bacon Bourbon BBQ Boneless Wings • Wicked Tater Tots • Onion Rings |
Maple Bacon Bourbon BBQ Boneless Wings were on the better side of average. Not the most memorable flavor but the sauce and bacon was pretty good. Wicked Tater Tots were average. Onion Rings were more like thicker strings than true rings, and just didn't speak to me. | |
| Wild Willy's Burgers 724 Columbus Ave. Rochester, NH 03867 603) 332-1193 — Various Locations |
Burgers | • Round Up Burger • Chili Cheese Fries • Onion Rings |
√ Round Up Burger | I picked the Round Up Burger, but they're all pretty much just variations on toppings. Just a really good solid burger that I didn't want to stop eating. Super yummy. Chili Cheese Fries get honorable mention as well. Skin on fries, with a cheese sauce instead of just melted on shreds, and decent chili. Onion Rings aren't too bad, but could've been crispier. |
| Wilder, The 174 Fleet St. Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603) 319-6878 |
Cocktail Bars, Gastropubs, New American | • Popcorn • Thrice Cooked Potatoes • Tim's Milk Bread • Braised Short Rib • Double Bacon Cheeseburger • Espresso Martini Pot De Creme |
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| Wildfire Brick Oven Pizza 414 Nathan Ellis Hwy. Mashpee, MA 02649 (508) 477-6666 |
Pizza | • Pizza • Kentucky Steak Bomb |
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| Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q 569 Amherst St. Nashua, NH 03063 (603) 809-4546 |
BBQ, Southern & Take-out | • Corn Fritters • Onion Rings • 3 Meat Platter • Mac & Cheese (side) • Cole Slaw (side) • Banana Pudding |
Corn Fritters were probably the tastiest thing sampled. It would make a create bar snack! Onion Rings were very crispy, but not overly flavorful. All 3 meats were fine but about average. Mac & Cheese and Cole Slaw were both fine. Banana Pudding was fine. | |
| Willy's Steakhouse 2 Grafton St. Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (508) 842-7220 |
Steak, Sushi | • Au Gratin Potatoes (side) • Mushroom Ravioli • Carrot Cake |
Au Gratin Potatoes were on the better side of average. A nicely balanced dish. Mushroom Ravioli was fine but somewhat average flavorwise. Carrot Cake was similarly good but average. | |
| Winfrey's 41 Main St. Stoneham, MA 02180 (781) 279-7448 — Various Locations |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Fudge Truffle • Coconut Cream • Hazelnut Truffle • Cashew Cluster |
In general, as far as chocolate from a chocolatier goes, this one was one of the better ones I've tasted. It wasn't overly sweet, and had a good creaminess to it, but it just give me that "heaven in my mouth" feel that I was looking for. So, best of the chocolatiers, definitely honorable mention, but would not go so far as worth the journey. | |
| Wings Over 325 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115 (617) 266-9464 — Various Locations |
Wings, Take-out | • Teriyaki Boneless Wings • Cheesy Waffle Fries |
Teriyaki Boneless Wings were good but really nothing special. Cheesy Waffle Fries were average, though had very little cheese... | |
| Winsor House Inn, The 390 Washington St. Duxbury, MA 02332 (781) 934-0991 |
Inn, New England & Seafood | • Dank Cake | The oddly named Dank Cake was mostly vanilla-y, and was apparently named this was to indicate it would be extremely moist, which it was not. Very average. | |
| Winthrop Arms 130 Grovers Ave. Winthrop, MA 02152 (617) 846-4000 |
Comfort Food, Inn | • Mozzarella Sticks • Baked Stuffed Mushrooms • Mac & Cheese • Chicken Amanda • Grapenut Pudding |
Mozzarella Sticks and Baked Stuffed Mushrooms were fine but nothing special. Mac & Cheese was on the slightly better side of average. Chicken Amanda was better on paper but average tastewise. Grapenut Pudding was fine but nothing special. A fun little drink menu though, so maybe a nice place to sit out on their deck and have a few beverages on a warm afternoon. | |
| Wonder Bar 121 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 (508) 752-9909 |
Pizza, Italian | • Arancini • Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu |
Arancini had virtually no flavor which was disappointing. Oddly the same for the Tiramisu. The Pizza on the other hand had a nice thin crust and good flavor, and I'd put it on the far better side of average. | |
| Wood + Fire 35 Essex St. Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 620-0578 |
Pizza & Italian | • Arancini • W+F Mac & Cheese • Wild Mushroom Ravioli • Mushroom Pizza • Tiramisu |
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| Woodman's Of Essex 121 Main St. Essex, MA 01929 (978) 768-6057 |
Fried Clams, Seafood | • Onion Rings | It would be more apt to call these tempura fried onions. For those who like a thick batter with a little onion (comparitively), you''ll probably appreciate these. Others will not. | |
| Woods Hill Pier 4 300 Pier 4 Blvd. Boston, MA 02210 (617) 981-4577 |
American (New) | • Burger | ||
| Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main St. N. Woodstock, NH 03262 (603) 745-3951 |
Brewpub, American Casual | • Nasty Nachos • Sweet Potato Ravioli • Burger (half-portion) • Croute Route Wellington • Onion Rings |
√ Nasty Nachos | The Nasty Nachos were super tasty, and the chili was perfectly seasoned. It may not be the absolute best out there, but it was pretty damn good! The Sweet Potato Ravioli weren't bad, and with a nice sauce, just no great wow factor. The Burger was very solid, and it was especially nice that you could get in a smaller (5 oz.) variety. The Croute Route Wellington was also pretty good, but was better on paper than in execution. Onion Rings were average. So, even though this place ahd only one item worth the journey, this is the kind of place where I could definitely see coming back at some point to sample a few more things. |
| World of Beer 73 Isham Rd. W. Hartford, CT 06107 (860) 904-2124 |
Brewpub, American & Comfort Food | • Pretzel • Tater Tots • Black & Blue Flatbread • Chimay Burger w/Mac & Cheese |
Pretzel was huge, but only on the better side of average flavorwise (due in part to the beer cheese). Chimay Burger was on the slightly better side of average. Mac & Cheese was average. Black & Blue Flatbread was on the slightly better side of average. | |
| Wright's Dairy Farm and Bakery 200 Woonsocket Hill Rd. N. Smithfield, RI 02896 (401) 767-3014 |
Bakeries, Desserts, Attraction Farms | • Cream Puff • Chocolate Peak • Eclair • Custard Cup • Chocolate Pudding Cup • Trifle • Tiramisu • Brownie • Chocolate Chip Cookie • Bostom Cream Cupcake • Blueberry Muffin • Chocolate Almond Croissant • Cow Cake • Killer Chocolate Cake • Chocolate Cream Pie |
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| WuBurger 419 Elm St. Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-7827 |
Burgers, American Casual & Ice Cream | • WuBurger • Chili Cheese Waffle Fries • Coney Dog • South End Chicken Sandwich |
I think I can honestly say that the WuBurger was one of the worst burgers that I've ever tried. Chewy pieces aplenty, virtually no flavor, and about the only good thing I can say about it is that the bunch was nice and soft. It's shameful that the namesake item of a place tastes this bad. Avoid... South End Chicken Sandwich was just ok. Coney Dog and Chili Cheese Waffle Fries were not particularly good. | |
| Wusong Road 112 Mt. Auburn St. Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 528-9125 |
Chinese, Tiki Bars | • Ma La Tater Tots • Corn Rangoon • Aloha Sliders • House Fried Rice • Canton Crunch Salad • Scallion Beef Roll-Up |
Ma La Tater Tots were basically just tater tots with seasoning. Nice and crispy but really not a standout. Corn Rangoon was fairly tasty and I'd put it on the better side of average. I did wish it were a touch less doughy. Aloha Sliders were fine but the flavors didn't really strike me as anything overly special. House Fried Rice was also on the better side of average. The ingredients worked fairly well together and was therefore enjoyable but I wouldn't call it amazing. Canton Crunch Salad was good but it felt like the ingredients never quite came together for some reason. Scallion Beef Roll-Up was on the far better side of average for a nice combination of ingredients. | |
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| Xaco Taco 370 Richmond St. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 228-8286 |
Mexican | • Beef Empanadas • Queso Fundido • Carne Asada Taco • Mexican Street Corn |
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| XO Bistro 827 Elm St. Manchester, NH 03101 (603) 560-7998 |
New American & Mediterranean | • Stuffed Dates • Beef Empanadas • Apple Maple BBQ Short Rib • Green Apple Coconut Bisque • Brisket Tacos • Tequenos |
√ Brisket Tacos | I'm not sure specifically what it was about the Brisket Tacos that made them so good, but I think it was a combination of ingredients that just really worked well together. Just super flavorful. That's about the best way to describe this dish. You will not be disappointed! Stuffed Dates and Tequenos were nothing special. Beef Empanadas similarly just ok. Apple Maple BBQ Short Rib gets honorable mention for just being really flavorful, and having virtually no fat in the dish. Green Apple Coconut Bisque similarly gets honorable mention for just being the kind of dish you really want on a cold day. Hearty and enjoyable. |
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| Yalla Grill 169 Merrimack St. Methuen, MA 01844 (978) 794-1718 |
Lebanese, Mediterranean, Halal | • Yalla Cheese Rolls • Sambusic • Grilled Trio • Beirutashta • Baklava |
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| Yama Zakura 369 W. Main St. Northboro, MA 01532 (508) 393-4187 |
Sushi, Asian & Japanese | • Thai Egg Rolls • Chicken Yama Coco Noodle • Pad Thai |
Thai Egg Rolls were nice in that they weren't too greasy, and were reasonably tasty. Better side of average. Chicken Yama Coco Noodle was also nice and not overly spicy. Also better side of average. Pad Thai had noodles which were a bit too limp, which made it harder to eat. About average tastewise overall. | |
| Yard House 126 Brookline Ave. Boston, MA 02215 (617) 236-4083 — Various Locations |
Chain, Pub | • Sweet Potato Fries • Moo Shu Egg Rolls • Grilled Korean BBQ Beef • Onion Ring Tower • French Onion Soup • (Mac & Cheese)2 • Orange Peel Chicken • S'mores Brownie |
Sweet Potato Fries and Moo Shu Egg Rolls were both average, but their accompanying sauces were pretty damn good (for what that's worth). Mac & Cheese and Orange Peel Chicken were both fine and average as well. Onion Ring Tower was crispy but also average. French Onion Soup was below average. Grilled Korean BBQ Beef was chewy and not particularly good. S'mores Brownie bigger than expected. It was one of those deals that came in a 10 inch pan. Tasted fine but not a standout. | |
| Yas Chicken 90 Middlesex Tpke. Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 359-4000 — Various Locations |
Fast Food, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches | • Yas OG Chicken Sandwich • Tenders • Wonton Mozz • Mac & Cheese • Korean Corn Dog • Korean Chicken Bites |
Yas OG Chicken Sandwich was very decent. I can't say it had any real standout flavor but it was meaty and an overall good chicken sandwich. Tenders were similarly meaty pieces with no specific standout flavor. If you're just craving some chicken either of these will scratch the itch. Mac & Cheese was also decent. Fairly cheesy but again not really any standout flavor. Nice that they use orecchiette pasta for this. Wonton Mozz actually tasted pretty bad. A weird artificial type of taste that to me was reminiscent of how paint smells. Recommend avoiding... Korean Corn Dog was one of those "better on paper" kind of deals. It's a hot dog on a stick that's covered with things and fried. It was fine but you're really not missing anything to skip this. Korean Chicken Bites were not especially good. | |
| Yaz's Table 1209 Bedford St. Abington, MA 02351 (781) 421-6118 |
Breakfast & Brunch, American (New), Mediterranean | • Birthday Cake Waffle • Short Rib Hash (side) • Donut Holes (side) |
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| Ye Olde Pepper Companie 122 Derby St. Salem, MA 01970 (978) 745-2744 — Various Locations |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Dark Chocolate Square • Dark Chocolate With Coconut • Buttercrunch Square • Rocky Road Fudge |
All average. No great standouts. | |
| Yella Grille 25 Western Ave. Glocester, MA 01930 (978) 491-5334 |
Mediterranean, Lebanese | • Chocolate Bread Pudding with Banana Flombage • Hummus Awarma • Toscano Flatbread • Braised Short Ribs • Moroccan Spice Pot De Creme |
√ Hummus Awarma | The Chocolate Bread Pudding gets honorable mention. It was pretty tasty, but I really wanted it to be chocolatier than it was. That being said though, I think if you tried it you would not be at all disappointed. Hummus Awarma gets the full nod here. I don't know if I can go back to eating regular hummus after this now. Mixing hummus with ground angus is genius! Braised Short Ribs gets honorable mention as well. The Short Ribs were on the better side of average, while the wild mushroom truffle risotto was absolutely worth the journey, so that evens out to around honorable mention. Which is also to say you probably won't be disappointed with this dish. Toscano Flatbread was fine but not memorable. Moroccan Spice Pot De Creme was also good but a tad too thick for my taste. |
| Yellow Door Taqueria 2297 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02124 (857) 267-4201 — Various Locations |
Mexican & Latin America | • Carne Asada Taco | ||
| Yi Soon Bakery 112 Brighton Ave. Allston, MA 02134 (617) 254-3099 |
Asian, Bakery | • Sponge Cake With Chocolate • Tiramisu • Chocolate Mousse Cake |
Sponge Cake With Chocolate gets honorable mention here. Not because it was just that good, but more because it is the perfect lightly sweet treat when you're looking for just that little something without a full blown sugary dessert. The cake was incredibly fresh and soft, and the chocolate was a nice subtle undertone. Tiramisu and Chocolate Mousse Cake were pretty bad. Apparently italian desserts are best left to Italians:) | |
| Yolk Grill, The 116 Bridge St. Pelham, NH 03076 (603) 635-0992 |
Waffles, Breakfast & Brunch | • Custom Omelette • Fruity Pebbles Pancake |
Custom Omelette was fine. Fruity Pebbles Pancake wasn't bad, but really didn't give me anything too special. Unusual ingredients but fairly average pancake. | |
| Yummies 384 State Rd. Kittery, ME 03904 (207) 439-5649 |
Chocolate & Candy, Mail Order | • Dark Chocolate Almond Bark • Dark Chocolate Truffle • Coconut Cream • Rocky Road Fudge |
So first and foremost, I'd like to express my disappointment in the fact that the majority of items here are sold in bulk, rather than pick and grab type jars. This of course is what led to a very small sampling at this place, all of which I can summarize by saying they were all pretty much average. There's better candy store options out there. | |
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| Za 138 Massachusetts Ave. Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 316-2334 — Various Locations |
Pizza | • Pepperoni/Mushroom/Bacon Pizza • Mac 'n' Cheese Pizza |
Pepperoni/Mushroom/Bacon Pizza was on the better side of average. Mac 'n' Cheese Pizza was very average despite the more unusual toppings. | |
| Zaftigs 335 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446 (617) 975-0075 — Various Locations |
Deli | • Zaftig Combo • BBQ Brisket Quesadilla • Thick Cut Onion Rings • Mac & Cheese • Boston Cream Pie • Double Chocolate Fudge Cake • Knish Combo • Custom Omelette • Chocolate French Toast • BBQ Brisket • Chocolate Pudding |
Zaftig Combo was ok, though no standouts. The Chocolate French Toast basically tasted like a chocolate donut, but was frankly a little overwhelming in portion, with 4 very thick slabs of brioche. I'd recommend trying it, but only if you're sharing it with 3 to 4 other people. The Custom Omelette and the BBQ Brisket Quesadillas were on the better side of average, but still average. Thick Cut Onion Rings, Mac & Cheese, Knish Combo, Double Chocolate Fudge Cake, and Boston Cream Pie were all average.The BBQ Brisket was on the better side of average, and the Chocolate Pudding was very average. | |
| Zarape 33 Maple St. Marlboro, MA 01752 (508) 485-5502 |
Mexican | • Beef Empanadas • Birria Tacos • Queso Fundido • Nachos • Zarape Enchilladas • Chocoflan |
Birria Tacos were ok but I wanted them a little crispier. Queso Fundido was very creamy, which I don't often find with this dish. A little heavy but quite enjoyable. Far better side of average. Zarape Enchilladas were sadly average. Beef Empanadas were too bready for my taste. Nachos were on the better side of average. | |
| Zaz Restaurant & Catering 1238 River St. Hyde Park, MA 02136 (617) 276-3729 |
American (New), Caribbean, Asian Fusion | • Chicken Tenders • Jerk Burger • Black Rice (side) • Thai Rice (side) |
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| Ziggy Bombs 72 Franklin St. Worcester, MA 01605 (508) 304-9311 — Various Locations |
Cheesesteaks, Sandwiches | • The OG • Teriyaki Steak Sub • Nacho Bomb • Onion Rings |
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| Zo 355 Revolution Dr. Somerville, MA 02145 (617) 764-2792 — Various Locations |
Sandwiches, Greek | • Chicken Gyro | The Chicken Gyro was fine. Nothing special. | |
| Zooma Trattoria 245 Atwells Ave. Providence, RI 02903 (401) 383-2002 |
Italian | • Pepperoni Ripieni • Sacchettini Di Funghi |
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| Zuma 1 Dalton St. Boston, MA 02199 (857) 449-2500 |
Japanese, Sushi Bars, Cocktail Bars | • Green Tea & Banana Cake | ||
| Zuzu Momo 291 Main St. Everett, MA 02149 (617) 917-8140 |
Indian, Himalayan/Nepalese, Bars | • Veg Platter • Deep Fried MOMO • Lemon Rice • Garlic Naan • Yomari |
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