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What to Eat in Boston
Bostonian cuisine has undergone a gastronomical revolution, with a steady stream of new chefs putting their own spin on tried-and-true city classics like baked beans, fresh seafood and clam "chowdah."
Boston's growing immigrant population has ushered in another component to the burgeoning culinary scene. Cobblestone streets are now increasingly lined with Thai and Ethiopian restaurants. Check out the North End for delicious Italian dishes and pastries like cannolis and rum cakes. Though most locals are loyal to either Mike's Pastry or Modern Pastry on Hanover Street, both offer top-notch sweets. Large international student bodies at universities like Harvard and MIT mean you'll enjoy everything from French to Moroccan fare in Cambridge. For an authentic tapas meal, make your way to the artsy South End neighborhood. Diners can savor Spanish-inspired bites like mussels with chorizo and chicken and potato empanadas at Toro, one of the area's most popular tapas eateries. Another South End favorite is The Butcher Shop, where meat-centric entrees steal the spotlight. Or, for a taste of some of Boston's most inventive sushi entrees, venture to O Ya, where scarlet sea scallops and fried Kumamoto oysters are just a few offerings found on the menu.
Should you crave more traditional New England fare, dine at Durgin-Park in Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Here, you'll find local favorites like corned beef sandwiches, shepherd's pie and clam chowder. Another beloved establishment is Union Oyster House near Haymarket, where – you guessed it – freshly-shucked oysters have hooked patrons since the restaurant opened its doors in 1826. For a fun and tasty overview of the Boston dining scene, consider taking a food tour.
Find the Best Restaurants in Boston
- #1
Mario's Restaurant#1 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston
$ - $$ | Italian347 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128-1480Read More » - #2
Salumeria Italiana#2 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #3
Sam LaGrassa's#3 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston
$ - $$ | American, Fast Food, Soups, Deli44 Province St, Boston, MA 02108-5120Read More » - #4
Italian Express Pizzeria#4 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #5
Bova's Bakery#5 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #6
Monica’s Mercato & Salumeria#6 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #7
Maria's Pastry Shop#7 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #8
Mistral#8 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #9
Ostra#9 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #10
Ma Maison#10 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #11
Mike & Patty's#11 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #12
Modern Pastry Shop#12 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #13
SRV Restaurant#13 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #14
James Hook & Company#14 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #15
Saltie Girl#15 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #16
The Capital Grille#16 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #17
North Street Grille#17 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #18
Carlo's Cucina Italiana#18 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #19
Mamma Maria#19 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston - #20
Flour Bakery & Cafe#20 of 3,648 Places to Eat in Boston
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