Vietnamese Restaurants

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Greater Boston’s Newest Food Hall Opens in Kendall Square

Rumors of the decline of the food hall era have been (hopefully) exaggerated: A new one called Eastern Edge debuts today in Cambridge’s Kendall Square, […]

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10 Great Boston Date-Night Ideas

Whether you’re planning a first date or keeping things exciting after a decade of marriage, or anything in between, Greater Boston’s got plenty of fun […]

Overhead view of an herb-covered whole roasted fish with vermicelli next to a plate of seared scallops and a plate of crawfish and noodles.
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Here Are the 2026 James Beard Semifinalists in New England

It’s time again for the start of the James Beard Foundation’s annual, months-long awards process for restaurants and chefs. Now in its 36th year, the […]

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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 […]

Uni and caviar served in a decorative shell during an omakase meal.
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Michelin Recognizes These 26 Greater Boston Restaurants

It only took 99 years for the Michelin Guide to arrive in Boston, but the international dining authority is finally here. As announced at a […]

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 […]

Overhead view of Haitian fried chicken in a to-go container with pikliz and other accoutrements.
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Where to Eat in Greater Boston for June 2025

This month in Greater Boston food and drink: al fresco caviar-topped hot dogs, a surprisingly complex Midori sour, must-try mole poblano, and more. Here’s the […]

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Where to Dine Outside around Boston

Patio season has arrived! From our May 2025 print issue, here are 16 al fresco dining and drinking spots we just can’t get enough of […]

Slices of Roman al taglio pizza and Italian liqueurs and spritzes cover a table.
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We Can’t Wait for These Greater Boston Restaurant Openings in 2025

An ode to Mary Chung’s suan la chow show. Wasabi martinis. Indian and Korean gastropubs. Thai-Japanese fusion and French-Japanese fusion. Cocktail-inspired coffee drinks, a Vietnamese […]

Overhead view of thick Xi'an-style hand-pulled noodles topped with chili powder and herbs. Chopsticks sit atop the bowl, which is on a pale red background.
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Where to Eat Boston’s Most Delicious Noodles

Is anything more versatile than a noodle? Nearly every global cuisine has a signature dish—or 10—that twists up long strands of wheat- or rice-based flours […]

Chef Carolina Curtin's new menu at Yellow Door Taqueria goes beyond tacos.
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The Top Restaurants in Dorchester

Boston’s largest neighborhood is also the most diverse. Whether you’re looking for the best Vietnamese cuisine in town, perfect patio dining, tasty tacos, great local […]

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Where to Eat in Greater Boston for March 2025

This month in dining and drinking: an “Indian gastropub,” a Lao pop-up, Irish pubs galore, a cozy neighborhood cocktail spot, and lots more. Here’s the […]

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The Top 10 New Restaurants in Greater Boston, 2024

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. These recent […]

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Popular Burlington Restaurant Việt Citron Will Expand to Somerville

Crispy pork belly fans, take note: Việt Citron, a popular Vietnamese counter-service spot in Burlington, is expanding to Somerville, targeting a late fall opening at […]

Pan-seared pork dumplings are lined up on a red and white plate next to a bowl of chili oil.
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Where to Eat in Greater Boston for October 2024

The chill of early autumn is in the air, and we’re finding comfort in dumplings by the dozen, noodle soups, shepherd’s pie, and lots more. […]