Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Food Editor

Rachel has been covering the Boston-area restaurant scene in various capacities since 2008, including nine years as editor of Eater Boston. A Massachusetts native, she currently resides in Medford with her husband, sons, cat, and too many (mostly dead) plants. When not writing about food, she's playing music or buying yet another cookbook she'll never use.

Grilled steak sliced and arranged on a white plate with a side of creamy polenta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, herbs, and microgreens. The steak has visible grill marks and is seasoned with coarse salt.

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in June 2026

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A man with dark hair and a beard stands with his arms crossed in front of a building with large windows and a sign that reads "BLUE RIBBON." He is wearing a black jacket and jeans. The building exterior features dark panels with gold trim.

A Nostalgic New Italian Restaurant Is Coming to an Iconic Kenmore Space

Tuscan Brands will open Buitoni Spaghetti Bar at the former Eastern Standard address in 2027.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

The Best Restaurants in Boston’s North End

Where to mangia on Hanover Street and beyond.

The Most Exciting Rooftop Bars and Restaurants in Boston

Head to sky-high cocktail bars in Back Bay, a brewery roof deck in Dorchester, or a swanky hot spot in Central Square.

A dark wooden table with five items: a yellow cocktail in a coupe glass garnished with a green leaf and a small white flower, a toasted meringue dessert in a beige bowl, a rectangular layered chocolate and red jelly dessert on a gray plate with a small dollop of cream and a yellow decoration, a dish with a pink layered dessert in a beige bowl, and a small white cup of espresso on a saucer.

Welcome Home, If Your Home Had a Basement Cocktail-and-Dessert Bar

Alice & Monarch, sibling to Harvard Square’s Source, debuts in Kendall Square with Italian fare and a swanky date-night subterranean bar.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A wooden table displays a plate of sushi rolls with pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce packets, accompanied by red chopsticks. Next to it is a round plate of oysters on ice, each topped with black caviar, garnished with a lemon wedge and small containers of sauce. A soft pretzel sprinkled with coarse salt rests on branded paper nearby.

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in May 2026

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Two halves of a sandwich on focaccia bread, filled with chicken, fresh tomato slices, leafy greens, prosciutto, and mozzarella cheese, wrapped in white parchment paper.

Table Mercato’s Wildly Popular Boston Sandwiches Are Heading to New York

For once, NYC’s getting one of our exports: The beloved North End shop is opening a mini outpost in the East Village this summer.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Two large, grilled bone-in steaks are presented on a wooden cutting board, accompanied by fresh green herbs. The steaks have a rich, charred crust and are positioned upright, showcasing the bones. The background is dark and blurred, highlighting the meat as the focal point.

Wood-Fired Steaks and Roasted Seafood Towers Abound at Boston’s Newest Steakhouse

Or is it a steakhouse? Chicago-based Maple & Ash aims to be different (and fiery).

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A plated lobster pasta dish garnished with fresh basil in a metal pan on a white tablecloth. Surrounding the main dish are various other plates including a Greek salad with feta cheese, a cocktail with a cucumber slice, bruschetta, grilled meat, and a bottle of olive oil. Silverware and a folded white napkin are placed to the right of the main dish.

Glamorous Greek-Inspired Seafood Chain Avra Estiatorio Arrives in Boston

Simply prepared Mediterranean fish stars in special-occasion-worthy Back Bay digs.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A warmly lit, cozy restaurant interior with red patterned walls and carpet. The seating includes red upholstered chairs and banquettes around marble-topped tables set with glassware and napkins. The walls are decorated with framed abstract and figurative paintings, wall sconces with lampshades, and a zebra head sculpture. The ceiling features a geometric wooden design with hanging spherical paper lanterns.

Boston’s Newest Steakhouse Is an Intimate, Underground Space

The Zebra Room opens beneath sibling spot Yvonne’s, with 10 cozy tables, nostalgic vibes, and a secret entrance.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A dining table set with a variety of dishes including sandwiches, seafood, and plated meals, accompanied by drinks such as beer, red wine, and cocktails. The table is in front of a brown leather bench with a tall green leaf in a glass vase as a centerpiece. Behind the bench is a large, colorful abstract artwork featuring vertical lines and a mix of blue, purple, and red hues. There are also green plants visible on the left side of the image.

Dreamy Peruvian Restaurant Rosa y Marigold Opens in Back Bay

The Boston sibling to Celeste and La Royal has Peruvian sandwiches, live music, and a lot of heart.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Outdoor seating area with cushioned wooden chairs and a sofa around a wooden coffee table set with plates of food and drinks, overlooking a waterfront with boats and city buildings in the background.

La Tavernetta, the New East Boston Restaurant Doing Southern Italian Coastal

Opening April 13, Mida sibling La Tavernetta features spritzes, Italian snacks, and a patio where you’ll want to spend your summer.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A large pan of seafood paella featuring shrimp, mussels, clams, and rice garnished with herbs. The pan has a brass handle and is set on a table with a patterned chair in the background.

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2026

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

A cozy restaurant seating area features curved orange velvet banquettes paired with floral-patterned chairs with red cushions. Round tables are set with glassware, plates, and napkins. The background showcases ornate arched wall niches with decorative wrought iron grilles and climbing plants. Large, vintage-style floor lamps with scalloped green and white shades arch over the tables. The floor is tiled with a patterned design in soft colors.

South Boston’s New Spanish Restaurant Is Gorgeous

Tapas, paella, churros with caviar, and a space so spectacular you won’t want to leave. Welcome to Dalia.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Overhead view of sashimi and other Japanese food on a dark table.

The 2026 James Beard Nominations Completely Skip Boston

No Massachusetts restaurants remain in the running for the annual restaurant-industry prizes, but a few spots elsewhere in New England are nominees.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal

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