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A photo of Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose restaurant
1. Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose
4.7
Exceptional(1253)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Melrose
Booked 35 times today
Giacomo's Ristorante in Melrose provides delicious Italian cuisine in a comfortable, traditional atmosphere. Open for dinner, enjoy convenient parking and large portions of authentic Italian meals suitable for both everyday dining and special occasions. Giacomo's Ristorante offers dishes, including fried calamari, Prince Edward Island mussels, home made Maine crab cakes, cream filled fresh mozzarella over tomato salad with honey-basil vinaigrette and more. There is also arugula salad, veal parmigiana, chicken piccata, grilled beef tenderloin, grilled tuna, pan roasted cod and more, as well as some vegetarian entree options. After dinner, enjoy desserts, such as tiramisu along with coffee or cocktails.
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2. Fioritaly Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(747)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Medford
Booked 16 times today
The name “Fiore” originated from Chef Gabriele Ascione’s grandfather, who shaped his love for Ischian history and food. Ischia, a small island off of Naples, boasts a rich and vibrant local history that is recreated in the cuisine at Fioritaly. Each meal has been carefully selected and refined by Chef Gabriele Ascione, who inspires to showcase the essence of local Italian dishes from home.
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3. T'ahpas 529
new
4.6
Exceptional(13)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Melrose
Booked 7 times today
A lively modern Spanish and Mediterranean restaurant with unique specialties from around the globe.Our superior Spanish wines and local micro brews will transport you to the amazing tapas-bar tradition of small-plate dining. Our vast selection of Tapas ranging from jamón Ibérico, patatas bravas, to pimientos de padrón and camarones al ajillo, we will bring the essence of Spain to you here in Melrose.
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4. Gaetano's
4.7
Exceptional(684)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Stoneham
Booked 7 times today
Welcome to Gaetano's! Since 1995, Gaetano’s has been serving authentic Italian dishes in a warm, friendly environment. Come join us for the best Italian food north of Boston.
A photo of Lucia Ristorante Winchester restaurant
5. Lucia Ristorante Winchester
4.8
Exceptional(1216)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Winchester
Booked 26 times today
Buon appetito. Lucia Ristonrante Winchester is a North Shore institution-opened in 1985 by Winchester residents Filippo and Anna Frattaroli. Located in Winchester Center, Lucia's is the sister restaurant of the original Lucia Ristorante which opened in Boston's North End in 1977. A step into Italy...only a few steps from home. Voted Best Old World Italian Dining (2018-2020) by Northshore Magazine. Open 7 days a week for indoor dining, pick-up, and delivery. Reservations are recommended. The outdoor patio is open from late spring through early autumn.
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6. Tribu Mexican Kitchen and Bar
new
4.1
Excellent(3)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Saugus
Booked 11 times today
At Tribu Mexican Kitchen & Bar, our concept and mission are rooted in cultural and authentic traditions that transport our guests back to ancestral times. We aim to create an atmosphere that fosters togetherness and celebration, featuring two bars and unique dining experience. "Tribu" means "tribe," and we strive to make your family and tribe feel at home.
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7. Surf Restaurant - Woburn
4.7
Exceptional(265)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Woburn
Booked 41 times today
Welcome to Surf Restaurant, we are located in the Woburn Village.Everyday our team of chefs work with our seafood buyers to source the best quality seafood. Our standards of excellence start with the selection of the top of the catch each day. We go to such lengths to secure the freshest seafood for one reason – our high standards of excellence demand that every ingredient we use is the best. Although we can tell you how fresh our seafood is, the only way to really know is to taste it.At Surf you will find New England classics like fish & chips, NE clam chowder, steamed lobster. You will also find chef driven seafood dishes such as Lobster Kristina in a brandy cream sauce, miso marinated salmon, sesame seared tuna and fried tomato bacon salad. Surf Woburn is a contemporary open restaurant with a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy a meal with friends and family as well as a business meal with welcoming hospitality.
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8. Fuji at Assembly
4.7
Exceptional(7)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Somerville
Booked 15 times today
Fuji at Assembly is a perfect marriage of contemporary and traditional. The dining room is chic and modern, yet furnished with reclaimed wood dating back over one hundred years. At the sushi bar, chefs select from ingredients delivered fresh daily and create a unique meal for each guest. The menu also offers an array of authentic Sichuan dishes with spices originating from Southwest China.Fuji at Assembly is conveniently located in Assembly Row, making it a perfect lunch or dinner destination after visiting your favorite local shops!
A photo of Vinny's Ristorante restaurant
9. Vinny's Ristorante
4.7
Exceptional(742)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Somerville
Booked 5 times today
Located in the heart of Somerville, Vinny’s serves the best in Sicilian-style cooking, made only with the finest ingredients. Our Dinner and Lunch entrees are superb! Along with a wide choice of Wines, Vinny’s has a full bar as well as the best desserts this side of the North End. Our premium deli sandwiches are available all day, as well as Meals To Go, subs and catering. Come on down and enjoy your next meal here at Vinny’s.
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10. THE EMPORIO
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Stoneham
Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at The Emporio Restaurant, a corner of Italian excellence in the heart of Stoneham. Chef Simona Sbano, an icon of fine dining gastronomy, brings the perfect balance of tradition and innovation to her restaurant, with refined dishes that celebrate Italian cuisine in all its facets. Her restaurant is a peaceful corner where guests can enjoy the delights of Italian cuisine and embark on a culinary journey, surrounded by a serene and relaxing atmosphere. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a convivial evening with friends, Chef Simona Sbano's restaurant is the perfect choice for those seeking the finest Italian cuisine.

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