Dining Guides

Fireplace at the Banks Fish House.
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34 Boston Restaurants with Cozy Fireplaces

As winter weather persists and the sun sets before the workday ends, you can always seek solace in the many Boston restaurants and bars that […]

Black Sheep Bagel Cafe Cambridge bagel sandwiches and coffee
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Where to Find the Best Bagels in Boston Right Now

When it comes to bagels, people have mighty strong opinions (especially all the NYC expats in your life). Few other foods generate such impassioned takes, […]

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Where to Eat near Boston’s TD Garden

When you’re heading to TD Garden, you’re probably spending some time in Boston’s West End, and you’re probably looking for pre- or post-event dining. Sure, […]

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The Best Restaurants in Boston’s Seaport and Fort Point

Few Boston neighborhoods have changed as radically in recent years as the Seaport District, turning from a sea of pavement and parking lots to a […]

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Where to Eat in Greater Boston for January 2026

New year, new restaurants. Settle in with a decadent mug of hot chocolate, and we’ll fill you in on what’s new and exciting in the […]

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Where to Find Greater Boston’s Greatest Hot Chocolate

Rich, satisfying, and full of flavor, a steamy mug of hot chocolate is a must-have accessory on many a cold New England day. Watered-down Swiss […]

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The Ultimate Holiday Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Merrymaking in Boston

With winter on the horizon and stores already dusting off their Christmas playlists, it’s clearly the season for holiday festivities. What does this mean in […]

People dine in a glamorous restaurant with servers in white dinner jackets. Subtle Christmas decorations are hanging up.
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Where to Indulge in Holiday Lunch in Boston

One particularly fun aspect of the holiday season in Boston is special holiday lunches: Some of the city’s typically dinner-only spots add a midday meal […]

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A Wish List for the 2026 Michelin Boston Guide

In a whirlwind of stars, Bib Gourmands, and one anthropomorphic stack of tires, the Michelin Guide announced the contents of its 2025 Northeast Cities edition […]

Creamy mac and cheese topped with breadcrumbs, herbs, and a lobster claw.
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Top Secrets of Greater Boston’s Top 50 Restaurants

In the digital age of dining, there are few mysteries: Social media documents every inch of every restaurant; online reviews describe every dish. But there […]

Raw salmon is plated with herb garnishes, sliced kumquats, and a green sauce dripped artistically on the plate.
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Five Favorite Restaurants in the Boston Suburbs

On newsstands now: our November 2025 issue, featuring our annual Top 50 Restaurants list. That lists sticks pretty close to Boston, but we didn’t want […]

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Five Can’t-Miss Boston Brunches

Our November 2025 issue is out now—and with it, our annual Top 50 Restaurants list. Researching the list means a lot of late nights—and a […]

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Five Delectable Boston-Area Bakeries and Cafés

We’re delighted that our November 2025 issue is out now, and with it the return of our annual Top 50 Restaurants list. While that list […]

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The Top 10 New Restaurants in Greater Boston

Alongside this year’s Top 50 Restaurants list, we’re also excited to highlight 10 must-try new spots defining the future of Boston’s food scene. (See also: […]

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Top 50 Restaurants in Boston

Edited by Rachel Leah Blumenthal with additional reporting by CELINA COLBY, MC Slim JB, AND NATHAN TAVARES. Visuals produced by Madison Trapkin S pecial occasions […]