Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Winchester

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1. Lucia Ristorante Winchester

4.8

Exceptional(1198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Winchester

Booked 23 times today

Lucia Ristorante Winchester is a North Shore institution, opened in 1985 by Winchester residents Filippo and Anna Frattaroli. Located in the town center, Lucia is the sister restaurant of the original Lucia Ristorante in the North End of Boston. Come experience Lucia Ristorante-a step into Italy.only a few steps from home. Voted Best Old World Italian Dining (2018-2020) by North Shore Magazine. We are open 7 days a week for indoor and outdoor (patio) dining, pick-up, and delivery. Reservations for dining are recommended.

2. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1811)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 21 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.

3. Mooo BURLINGTON

4.7

Exceptional(903)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Burlington

Booked 53 times today

Discover an unparalleled dining experience at Mooo. Burlington, the latest addition to the Columbus Hospitality Group. Our modern steakhouse offers a warm and sophisticated atmosphere that is perfect for any occasion. From intimate dinners to larger gatherings, our three private dining spaces - The Napa, The Bordeaux, and The Fireside - provide a unique and elegant setting with natural light and custom wood trim. Our Bordeaux and Fireside rooms also offer AV capabilities, making them ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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4. Row 34 - Burlington

4.8

Exceptional(1720)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Burlington

Booked 44 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 Boston, Row 34 Cambridge and Row 34 Portsmouth, NH.

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5. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row

4.4

Awesome(1780)

Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 53 times today

Welcome to Earls Assembly Row, conveniently located just steps from the AMC Theater and Assembly Row shops. Whether you're catching a movie or enjoying some retail therapy, Earls is the perfect spot to relax and refuel.Our menu is inspired by global flavours, crafted with premium ingredients, and complemented by expertly crafted cocktails and confidently, charming service. Famous for our epic Happy Hours and weekend brunches, which include a must-try Brunch Happy Hour. Earls Assembly Row is also a top destination for large parties and special events. Whether you're here for a casual meal or a celebration, we have the perfect space to make it unforgettable.Your seat is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

6. Cafe Escadrille

4.6

Exceptional(4820)

Price: Expensive

• American • Burlington

Booked 49 times today

Just 15 minutes north of Boston, Cafe Escadrille is a landmark restaurant and neighborhood gem known for its great food, drink, and service. The restaurant offers classic and new American dishes in a lively atmosphere. During the warmer months, you can enjoy cocktails or dine on our outdoor Patio. The Famous Mahogany Bar is one of the few places in the Burlington area serving food late night. If you are looking for a venue for a private event, business event, or a wedding reception, look no further than Café Escadrille. We offer a venue for special events that include full menus, cocktail service, and selections from the restaurant’s extensive wine list, as well as sweet creations from our own in-house pastry chef. Cafe Escadrille has something for everyone!

7. Season To Taste

4.8

Exceptional(1673)

Price: Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 39 times today

Season to Taste focuses on celebrating the seasonal bounty of New England by using fresh local ingredients while also incorporating influences from Southern home cooking and traditional European cuisine. With the open kitchen and craft-cocktail bar in the spotlight, Season to Taste is the perfect setting for a casual yet elevated dining experience. Our patio is open weather dependent and is availble on a first come first serve basis. We accept reservations via OpenTable for the main dining room for parties of up to 6. For larger parties, please call the restaurant or email nick@seasontotaste.com.

8. La Royal

4.7

Exceptional(55)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Cambridge

Booked 29 times today

Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.

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9. black & blue Steak and Crab - Burlington

4.7

Exceptional(2328)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Burlington

Booked 41 times today

black & blue Steak and Crab sets the bar for the New American Steakhouse; elegant yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet approachable. b&b offers an inventive design and an unparalleled, vibrant ambience for you and your guests. Our inspired cuisine coupled with our gracious hospitality is perfect for your special occasion dinner, night out with friends, family gathering or executive business event. black & blue also offers a variety of private rooms and tailor made menus for large groups. We would be happy to help plan your next business meeting or celebratory function. Whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, you can be certain the black & blue experience will be effortless and memorable. The Club Room accommodates up to 32 guests for a sit-down meal. The Board Room accommodates up to 12 guests for a sit-down meal. The Communal Table accommodates up to 12 guests at a high-top table adjacent to the lounge for a sit-down meal.

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10. Tavern in the Square - Burlington

4.6

Exceptional(1756)

Price: Moderate

• American • Burlington

Booked 24 times today

Grab your co-workers, friends, family and go! Burlington, MA is quickly becoming a bustling business hub and Tavern in the Square Burlington is the perfect lunch, brunch or happy hour spot to kick it with co-workers or catch the game with friends. Our menu caters to every appetite big or small. Whether you are looking to sink your teeth into our delicious burgers, unwind with an after work cocktail, or try something healthy like our Gluten Free options, Tavern in the Square has something to satisfy everyone. Located across the parking lot of Burlington Mall, Tavern in the Square is the perfect spot to relax after a day of shopping with one of our 50 ice cold draft beers in the bar or while people watching on our patio.Follow us on Instagram: @taverninthesquare & Twitter: @TavernintheSq

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Thomas
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was exceptional. Our server was very attentive and engaging as were the many staff that helped serve us. The food was outstanding -appetizer right through dessert. It was my son’s birthday and Moo made it a special occasion.
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Mooo BURLINGTONPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Burlington
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4.7
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Sheri
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect. Everything. Olivia was awesome!! Will definitely return and recommend.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly RowPrice: Expensive• American• Somerville
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4.4
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DennisVIP
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was wonderful and service was perfect. The waitress had timing and vibe down to a science. I like how everyone worked as a team too!
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Row 34 - BurlingtonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Burlington
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4.8
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Brian
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had an absolutely amazing dinner at Giulia last night. We kicked things off with some of our go-to favorites: the Unicorn Oyster, Warm Semolina Cake, and Crostini with chicken liver mousse. All three were just fantastic—exactly how we remembered them. Next up was the crudo, which was spot-on. The combo of beans, lemon, and mandarin was so fresh and bright—it really hit the mark. For pasta, we went with the Duck Wing Tortellini and Wild Boar Pappardelle. The tortellini was out of this world, with perfect flavor balance, and the pappardelle? Wow. Big, tender chunks of boar in a killer ragu. Just perfection. We wrapped it up with the Lamb Sausage, which was ridiculously good. So much flavor packed into every bite. Service was amazing as always and the coctails, Wines and Amaro selection is always impresive
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Giulia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cambridge
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4.8
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MikeVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Lucia’s is a great local Italian restaurant if you are looking for a great food and great service this is your spot
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Lucia Ristorante WinchesterPrice: Moderate• Italian• Winchester
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4.8

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181 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucia Ristorante Winchester

2. Giulia Restaurant

3. Mooo BURLINGTON

4. Row 34 - Burlington

5. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Assembly Row

6. Cafe Escadrille

7. Season To Taste

8. La Royal

9. black & blue Steak and Crab - Burlington

10. Tavern in the Square - Burlington

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