Best Casual Restaurants in Allston

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1. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(778)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 119 times today

This is Greece. Bar Vlaha tells the story of the Vlach people, the founders of hospitality and Greek cooking. A nomadic group of shepherds who created and nurtured the roots of Hellenic cooking as we know it. Straying from the tried-and-true island cuisine, we're rediscovering Greek fare sourced from rural mountains, lakes and villages of Central and Northern Greece.Bar Vlaha captures the true soul of Greek cooking with rustic and nomadic traditions using charcoal and open fire gastra techniques. Locally sourced, regional and seasonal ingredients are combined with the warmth of old-world hospitality to bring the roots of Greek culture to Brookline.

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2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6434)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 178 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

3. Mahaniyom

4.7

Exceptional(90)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 34 times today

MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.

4. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4865)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 121 times today

Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

5. SOURCE Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(572)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 23 times today

SOURCE is a fresh, modern approach to the local gastro pub and pizza bar. Source is an innovative dining destination featuring rustic yet refined food, and an unmatched craft and local beverage program. Utilizing local and sustainable products and only the purest ingredients, SOURCE’s mission is to embrace the root of who we are and what we consume. Owned by Restaurant veteran Daniel Roughan, SOURCE offers guests the space to enjoy delicious quality authentic Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pizza SOURCE will offer an assortment of small plates, entrees and homemade desserts. SOURCE will be open daily for lunch and dinner as well offering an unforgettable brunch experience both Saturdays and Sundays. Welcome home, Welcome to SOURCE.

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6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.5

Awesome(3490)

Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 138 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

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7. Abe & Louie’s - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(9261)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 124 times today

Abe & Louie’s, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is the epitome of a classic steakhouse. The iconic establishment sets the standard for elegant dining with superior service, charm, and appeal in a timeless sophisticated atmosphere. Abe & Louie’s, known for premium steaks, serves classic dishes, fresh seafood, shareable sides, and an award-winning wine list. Abe & Louie’s offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.

8. Row 34 - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(2370)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fort Point Channel

Booked 85 times today

We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus. Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

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9. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

4.7

Exceptional(274)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Seaport

Booked 47 times today

Right on the water in the heart of Boston's Seaport with intimate dining rooms, two bars, & the city's best seasonal outdoor patio, the Nautilus Pier 4 (est. 2021) is one of Boston's few 'can't miss' restaurants. Built on the idea that 'Everything is Better' Shared the Nautilus brings it, plain & simple. Featuring ‘New England coastal seafood meets Asian haute street food’ cuisine, culinary inspired seasonal & regional cocktails, 20+ beers, & a "Best Of" Wine Spectator award winning wine & sake list plus a curated energetic soundtrack, & a lively yet neighborly atmosphere. The Nautilus makes the new & unfamiliar feel right at home. Lunch Fri, Sat, Sun 12pm to 3pmDinner Mon - Sun 5 or 530 to 930 or 10 depending on the day.Reservations recommended. Perfect for specials occasions, large groups, private parties or casual drop ins. First come first serve bar. 300 Pier 4 Boulevard. Right by the ICA

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10. Russell House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2808)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 45 times today

A New American Tavern, Russell House Tavern is a comfortable gathering spot for every occasion-from casual lunch breaks on the patio to after-work cocktails in the upstairs tavern to functions in the private dining room and everything in between. Russell House Tavern delivers a seasonally-inspired menu of modern interpretations of American classics, including signatures like the R. House Burger, a selection of Tavern Pizzas and Steak Frites among other dishes. To complement the menu, Russell House Tavern serves an interesting collection of all-American wines, including two regional wines on tap, and a locally-driven craft beer selection. The cocktail menu strikes a balance between familiar classics and modern hand-crafted recipes using only fresh juices, homemade syrups and infusions.

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susan
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I stumbled on this place accidentally when the place I usually go to in Brookline was relatively booked, and I’m so glad I did! The food is outstanding, the cocktail, sublime, and the weight staff were friendly and extremely efficient. This is a gem of a place, not too big so you can have a nice conversation while you are enjoying the delicious food, I will be back!
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MahaniyomPrice: Expensive• Thai• Brookline
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4.7
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Hope
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was excellent and came out quick! The service was friendly and helpful. The price range is about $20-40 but incredibly worth it for the quality of the food.
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Martha
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent way to usher in 1/1/25! Fabulous service! Delicious food! Wonder filled beverages! A fantastic and delightful meal!
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Bar VlahaPrice: Moderate• Greek• Brookline
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4.8
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sHARA
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Great meal. 3 of us ordered 5 dishes,which might have been 1 too many for our group (1 larger eater; two smaller eaters) Typically it can be noisy but they say us at a banquette in corner across from the bar, so the noise level (6pm res) was quite tolerable
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• West Cambridge
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4.6
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Victoria
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
The host was very kind and accommodating. Food was great! Perfect casual dinner spot.
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SOURCE RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Cambridge
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4.5

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249 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Vlaha

2. Trattoria Il Panino

3. Mahaniyom

4. Alden and Harlow

5. SOURCE Restaurant

6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

7. Abe & Louie’s - Boston

8. Row 34 - Boston

9. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

10. Russell House Tavern

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