Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Wellesley

47 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Cottage Wellesley

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wellesley

Booked 55 times today

The Cottage, an upscale-meets-casual eatery in Linden Square Wellesley known for dependable, fresh, SoCal inspired menu options.We partnered with Taniya Nayak, a featured interior designer on popular Food Network programs such as ‘Restaurant Impossible’ to transform the once light-flooded, beach-like, SoCal atmosphere to a warm, lively, and New England-comfort interior. Enjoy an emphasis on natural woods, live greenery, and pops of welcomed fresh color in the new interior and brand.The Cottage will remain the same tried-and-true neighborhood eatery with a re-defined focus on local, fresh, and honest product, for the whole family, every day. The Cottage Wellesley’s new menu is created by Culinary Director, Peter Hansen, who brings his vast experience from all over the world to Wellesley, MA. In his career, Hansen has appeared on six episodes of Iron Chef and has worked alongside incredible culinary talent such as Michael White and Bobby Flay.

2. Coach Grill

4.8

Exceptional(4873)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wayland

Booked 53 times today

Coach Grill provides a five-star fine dining experience with elegance and ease. The historic landmark, located on Boston Post Road in Wayland, serves aged steaks and chops, fresh seafood, an extensive wine list awarded by Wine Spectators, and weekend brunch with live music. The classic steakhouse features a gorgeous fireplace, a welcoming bar area, and sophisticated dining rooms. Online ordering gives guests a chance to experience Coach Grill at home.

3. Buttonwood

4.7

Exceptional(963)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newton

Booked 25 times today

Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .

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4. Papa Razzi - Wellesley

4.6

Exceptional(2453)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wellesley

Booked 62 times today

Papa Razzi Wellesley brings classic Italian flavors and hospitality combined with fresh, local ingredients and unparalleled service. Open nightly.

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5. 7 South Bottle & Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(174)

Price: Moderate

• American • Natick

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to 7 South Bottle & Kitchen! Our goal is to create “Community” in an elevated beer hall atmosphere previously not seen in the beautiful downtown Natick area.We aspire to bring you well-crafted cocktails, an inspirational modern day American menu, and of course the finest local and national craft beers. We are excited to explore seasonal menus and healthy choices with a focus on providing interesting and delicious food for our patrons. Our greatest asset is You our customer, and our greatest interest is to create an exciting and welcoming community for all to enjoy.

6. The Bluebird Bar

4.5

Awesome(114)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Newton

Booked 13 times today

Located directly across the street from the West Newton Cinema serving lunch, brunch & dinner. The Bluebird Bar features a thoughtful offering of delicious beer, curated wine, and superb craft cocktails. We spin vinyl records, and have 3 TVs for watching sports! Patio dining is available in the warmer months.Featuring $1 oysters from 3-5 DAILY!

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7. Biltmore Bar & Grill

4.5

Awesome(542)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newton

Booked 9 times today

PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVEThe Biltmore Bar & Grille is a modern American restaurant in Newton, MA with a longstanding history. No corporate restaurant chain or Hollywood set designer could ever recreate The Biltmore Vibe. In 1914, the Biltmore opened and served up breakfast and brew at 7AM for the overnight crews from nearby factories. It came with a 4 lane basement bowling alley that was a local hangout for decades.There was talk of a speakeasy during prohibition. The Biltmore was across the street from a regional rail stop and often hosted private events for dignitaries, politicians and celebrities.Much of original brick front and interior has remained the same over the many reincarnations of this legendary bar. The original old growth wood flooring has stood up to many timeless celebrations as well. Celebrating this neighborhood legend while serving up fresh new takes on classic dishes and drinks is what The Biltmore is all about.

8. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(764)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 86 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.

9. Sycamore

4.9

Exceptional(2744)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 22 times today

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

10. Basil

4.8

Exceptional(701)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Medfield

Booked 54 times today

Basil in Medfield, MA is a popular neighborhood restaurant that offers quality American fare along with some Italian style dishes. Each season, the owner and chef, Tom McGue, works to change the menu to provide guests with interesting and unique flavors. The eatery offers a comfortable atmosphere with three types of dining experiences available including fine dining, casual dining and private dining. Basil also offers takeout.Basil also offers daily specials that reflect the market's best offerings, while supplementing their already expansive menu. From tried-and-true favorites like Chicken Parmesan and Veal Picatta to hearty favorites like Slow Roasted Duckling and Sirloin Au Poivre, Basil truly has the answer to any craving.

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CAROLVIP
Greater Boston •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Consistently good food with good sized portions. The beet salad and wedge salad were particularly generous and delicious. We were there on a busy night and though my partner wanted a glass of wine when his dinner came, our server never came back till half our meal was consumed. He ended up foregoing his wine. The restaurant was festively decorated and the noise level where we were seated, was fine. Seemed loud in other areas but it was a busy night. All in all, we’ll be back again soon.
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Coach GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wayland
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4.8
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Helen
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
RJ was a wonderful, polite, patient server who catered to my special food needs. Will ask for him next time I come to PR Wellesley!
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Papa Razzi - WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wellesley
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4.6
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LeoVIP
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great place for lunch. Service was solid and pleasant. Food was very good for each of the five of us. Reasonable menu and reasonable price.
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The Cottage WellesleyPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Wellesley
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4.5
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Suzanne
Greater Boston •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
All our meals were delicious and portioned large enough to share. We had squash rissotto, salmon, steak and fries, and a couple salads. Everything was perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to have leftovers for lunch today. This is a gem of a neighborhood restaurant and I can’t wait to go back.
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ButtonwoodPrice: Expensive• American• Newton
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4.7
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ErikaVIP
Greater Boston •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 12, 2024
The chance to the menu changes were yummy. Highly recommend the gnocchi with blackened chicken and fried feta.
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7 South Bottle & KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Natick
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4.4

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. The Cottage Wellesley

2. Coach Grill

3. Buttonwood

4. Papa Razzi - Wellesley

5. 7 South Bottle & Kitchen

6. The Bluebird Bar

7. Biltmore Bar & Grill

8. Bar Vlaha

9. Sycamore

10. Basil

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