Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Brookline

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Boston

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Back BayBeacon HillBrightonBrooklineCambridgeDedham

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The default order for search results reflects a number of factors, including table availability, restaurant location, search criteria, and restaurant reviews and ratings. In addition, payment made by a restaurant to OpenTable is also a factor for the relative ordering of restaurants.

A photo of Terra - Eataly Boston restaurant

1. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.5

Awesome(3931)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 100 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.

2. Grill 23 & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(8989)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Back Bay

Booked 126 times today

Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.

3. Porto

4.8

Exceptional(1939)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 13 times today

Porto boasts a large and beautiful heated patio space with a retractable awning and sides in the middle of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The menu is inspired by Coastal Mediterranean selections with a focus on Italy's coast. Porto is located on Ring Road in Boston's Bay Bay, steps from the Prudential Center and Copley, next door to Saks Fifth Avenue. Enjoy a lively meal in either of Porto's well appointed dining rooms, or indulge in a casual meal at the bar or kitchen counter seating, overlooking the oyster bar and open kitchen. Porto's one-of-a-kind outdoor patio and bar overlooks Ring Road with Boylston Street views, and serves as a Mediterranean oasis, right in the heart of Back Bay.

A photo of Abe & Louie’s - Boston restaurant

4. Abe & Louie’s - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(9443)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 91 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.

A photo of Buttermilk & Bourbon restaurant

5. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.5

Awesome(3561)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Back Bay

Booked 84 times today

Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!

6. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2342)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 33 times today

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

A photo of Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center restaurant

7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.6

Exceptional(3661)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 111 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!

8. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1851)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 13 times today

Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

9. MIDA - South End

4.6

Exceptional(2863)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South End

Booked 47 times today

MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.

10. Select Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2644)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 33 times today

Select Oyster Bar, the first solo venture from chef Michael Serpa, is a neighborhood oyster bar & seafood restaurant in the heart of Back Bay. Select offers fresh, local seafood with Mediterranean influences in a cozy brownstone space. A carefully curated raw bar, creative crudo, and thoughtful fish entrees round out the menu. A seafood centric wine program feature classic pairings as well as off the beaten path selections is the center of the beverage program, alongside artisan cocktails and craft beer. Food & Wine America's Best New Wine Bars, Boston Mag Best New Restaurant & Best Wine Program, Improper Bostonian Best Seafood.After 15 minutes past reservation time, we may seat your table. Please call us if you are running a bit late.If you do not find the time slot you are looking for, give us a ring 857-239-8064. Visit our website for more information on our reservations.

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Alan
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was great! If you enjoy mushrooms, go for the roasted mushroom mafalde pasta with truffles - it was outstanding. The Rigatoni Bolognese was delicious. The salmon was cooked to order and was excellent.
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PortoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
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4.8
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Shannon
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The service was great (thank you Misty!!) as was the swordfish kabob and filet mignon. The coconut cake was my favorite part and my husband liked his chocolate layer cake.
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Grill 23 & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Back Bay
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4.7
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lisa
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazingly delicious and portion sizes were perfect
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.5
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Maureen
Southwest Florida •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Celebrating a graduation, top notch service, outstanding food selection We will be back! Thanks for making our occasion special!
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Abe & Louie’s - BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Back Bay
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4.7
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Skylar
Utah •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great birthday dinner. We got a fun birthday ice cream with a candle and a cute necklace. Great food, great service, super fun vibe for a date night!
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Buttermilk & BourbonPrice: Moderate• Southern• Back Bay
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4.5

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