Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Medford

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1. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1847)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 10 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.

2. Grill 23 & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(8962)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Back Bay

Booked 122 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.

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3. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.5

Awesome(3910)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 112 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.

4. Pammy's

4.7

Exceptional(2332)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 23 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.

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5. Abe & Louie’s - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(9426)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 98 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.

6. Porto

4.8

Exceptional(1925)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 35 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.

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7. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.6

Exceptional(3549)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Back Bay

Booked 136 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!

8. Waypoint

4.5

Awesome(2066)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 53 times today

Waypoint is a hot spot due to its exceptional food and service, with high ratings from reviewers. It's described as having an 'energetic atmosphere' and 'unique' menu. The chef's 'forward-thinking approach to coastally-inspired fare' is highly appreciated. It's also noted as a 'great experience' and 'excellent dining option'.

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9. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6596)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 183 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.

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10. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.6

Exceptional(3632)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 172 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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Carlos
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good, ordered the boneless ribeye and it was awesome good
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Abe & Louie’s - BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Back Bay
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4.7
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EdwardVIP
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Awesome in every way. Food, service, ambience were outstanding. Recommend highly.
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Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
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4.7
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ninaVIP
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
amazing date night experience; apps, mains & dessert are all prepared fresh, will return!
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.5
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Brother-Jude
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is a fantastic place to eat! My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our evening, thanks to the wonderful service, delicious food, and the exceptional valet team.
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Grill 23 & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Back Bay
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4.7
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BrianVIP
Greater Boston •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A wonderful birthday meal. The alla’amatrician was fantastic. the rabbit with grilled polenta, sausage and asparagus was “next level “- flavorful and so tender. We also enjoyed our appetizers. The zero alcohol cocktails, especially the Negroni are delicious. Service is relaxed and incredibly accommodating. There’s no phoniness among the staff, they’re welcoming, interested and just the right amount of attentive. The atmosphere is so comfortable- lively but easy for conversation and enjoying delicious food with good company.
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Giulia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cambridge
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4.8

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