Guidebook for Boston
Food Scene
A retro-feeling restaurant that changes it's menu every few weeks with options that never disappoint.
It is also literally outside the door and on the same street as my apartment which makes it perfect for a low-key dinner.
41 locals recommend
Delux Cafe
100 Chandler StreetA retro-feeling restaurant that changes it's menu every few weeks with options that never disappoint.
It is also literally outside the door and on the same street as my apartment which makes it perfect for a low-key dinner.
Arguably some of the best pastries and coffee in the South End, the Buttery is a must and also on the same street as my apartment.
94 locals recommend
South End Buttery
314 Shawmut AveArguably some of the best pastries and coffee in the South End, the Buttery is a must and also on the same street as my apartment.
Banyan is an Asian gastropub that has some pretty unique dishes with treelike sculptures, a raw bar and a patio.
18 locals recommend
Banyan Bar + Refuge
553 Tremont StBanyan is an Asian gastropub that has some pretty unique dishes with treelike sculptures, a raw bar and a patio.
One of my favorites in Boston. The Beehive has amazing drinks and even better food (make sure to make a reservation though).
They also have a great patio right out front which is gives you a great feel of the neighborhood and the people. If you opt to sit inside, you can have your privacy in the dining area or grab a table near the stage where jazz bands play! Very cool experience.
229 locals recommend
Beehive Restaurant
541 Tremont StOne of my favorites in Boston. The Beehive has amazing drinks and even better food (make sure to make a reservation though).
They also have a great patio right out front which is gives you a great feel of the neighborhood and the people. If you opt to sit inside, you can have your privacy in the dining area or grab a table near the stage where jazz bands play! Very cool experience.
Flour is known for its sandwiches and pastries. It is right down the street from my apartment and I tend to pass through for coffee and pastry. It is a renown bakery and an absolute must when you're here.
180 locals recommend
Flour Bakery
1595 Washington StFlour is known for its sandwiches and pastries. It is right down the street from my apartment and I tend to pass through for coffee and pastry. It is a renown bakery and an absolute must when you're here.
Great local spot (other locations in the city though). I frequent this coffee shop often for their amazing coffee when I need to relax and read/study.
145 locals recommend
Caffè Nero
733 Centre StGreat local spot (other locations in the city though). I frequent this coffee shop often for their amazing coffee when I need to relax and read/study.
A bit of a trek (but still accessible via the T), this is personally a favorite of mine in the Cambridge area. It is vegetarian and provides great breakfast, lunch, and even dinner options. Worth checking out if you have the time.
(Hint: the CloverHFI location on Mass Ave is open 24 hrs/day for any late night eats)
106 locals recommend
Clover Food Lab
1075 Cambridge StA bit of a trek (but still accessible via the T), this is personally a favorite of mine in the Cambridge area. It is vegetarian and provides great breakfast, lunch, and even dinner options. Worth checking out if you have the time.
(Hint: the CloverHFI location on Mass Ave is open 24 hrs/day for any late night eats)
Great for middle eastern cuisine and a pretty authentic experience!
40 locals recommend
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin StGreat for middle eastern cuisine and a pretty authentic experience!
One of my personal favorites in the North End. Great Italian cuisine and drinks, but definitely make a reservation!
14 locals recommend
Carmelina's
307 Hanover StOne of my personal favorites in the North End. Great Italian cuisine and drinks, but definitely make a reservation!
Probably one of the best/most dangerous decisions you could make, Mike's is VERY well-known for their canolis and desserts. There may be a line outside because they are just that popular.
203 locals recommend
Mike's Pastry
300 Hanover StProbably one of the best/most dangerous decisions you could make, Mike's is VERY well-known for their canolis and desserts. There may be a line outside because they are just that popular.
Drinks & Nightlife
Amazing little spot! Delicious food, great atmosphere and wonderful staff.
10 locals recommend
Trophy Room
26 Chandler StAmazing little spot! Delicious food, great atmosphere and wonderful staff.
Recently reopened after renovations, this place is very chic and great for dinner dates or groups. It is french cuisine and a beautiful spot.
39 locals recommend
Aquitaine
569 Tremont StRecently reopened after renovations, this place is very chic and great for dinner dates or groups. It is french cuisine and a beautiful spot.
Parks & Nature
Right on the Charles, the Esplanade is great after a run along the Charles River or a great spot to eat if you a pack a picnic. Definitely an amazing sight at sunset!
13 locals recommend
Charles River ceremonial esplanade
Right on the Charles, the Esplanade is great after a run along the Charles River or a great spot to eat if you a pack a picnic. Definitely an amazing sight at sunset!