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1. Buttonwood
4.6
Exceptional(961)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 20 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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2. Sycamore
4.9
Exceptional(2741)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newton
Booked 31 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.
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3. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill
4.8
Exceptional(4773)
Price: Expensive
• American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 103 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
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4. District 118 Kitchen and Bar
4.4
Awesome(746)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newton
Booked 17 times today
District 118 is an Authentic American Dining Experience. Specializing in elevated comfort food where guests discover a local blend of America’s favorites.Our restaurant truly offers “something for everyone.” We are much more than just a restaurant! District 118 is an experience. District 118 is perfect for a business dinner event, after work happy hour gathering, special occasions, or a family friendly destination. Whichever event satisfies your occasion District 118 delivers in a modern rustic easy going vibe atmosphere.District 118 is the choice for guests that truly appreciate great food, specialty cocktails, craft beer, fine wine. Reserve your table today!
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5. The Capital Grille - Chestnut Hill
4.8
Exceptional(4524)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Chestnut Hill
Booked 57 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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6. Farmstead Table
4.6
Exceptional(2240)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Newton
Booked 22 times today
Opened in 2012, Farmstead Table blends French technique and new world innovation in a classic American country kitchen. Inspired by local farmers, our culinary team believes that fresh and pure ingredients don’t require much tinkering and should speak for themselves. The innovative food is complemented by lively cocktails, domestic craft brews, and finely curated wines. A soothing design and intimate dining area provide a relaxed feel, while our staff delivers polished, yet approachable service.
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7. Bar Vlaha
4.8
Exceptional(745)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Brookline
Booked 84 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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8. MIDA - Newton
4.6
Exceptional(1578)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newton
Booked 52 times today
MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.
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9. Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut Hill
4.4
Awesome(5245)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Chestnut Hill
Booked 71 times today
Our two-story fish emporium elevates the 40-year legacy of our original location in Chestnut Hill (a few doors down from where we are now). Here we feature a large raw bar, open kitchen and glass-enclosed lounge. In warmer months, we retract the lounge’s glass walls and ceiling for drinking under the sun or stars. And we open our patio, overlooking Hammond Pond, for al fresco dining. Join us upstairs at our restaurant or shop our fish market on the first floor.
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10. Bianca
4.5
Awesome(715)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 20 times today
Bianca is a modern American restaurant and bar in Chestnut Hill that specializes in wood grilling, wood fire pizza, and a variety of dishes inspired by global flavors and cuisines. Bianca means a clean slate, a virtual white plate primed for delicious expression and ready to transport you to far off places. From classic dishes done with care to the truly unique, Bianca presents a luxe dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere that is as comfortable as our own homes. Owners Chef Tim Cushman and Restaurateur Nancy Cushman are the husband & wife team behind James Beard Award Winning o ya and Hojoko in Boston.RESERVATION POLICY: If you need to cancel, notify 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid a $15 per person cancellation fee. Children 12 & under must have an adult(18+) at the table. A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties larger than 6.Our patio is open seasonally. We do not take patio reservations, but will seat reservations at the next available patio table if requested.

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  • Jurgen
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This is an awesome find in Newton. Excellent food, very friendly service and a nice ambiance. Every dish, duck pate, tuna tartare, pasta with special bolognese sauce and steak was perfectly prepared, sides and salad were outstanding.
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    SycamorePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newton
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    4.9
  • Barbara
    Greater Boston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Perfect evening. We sat in the front section at chestnut hill and it was perfect. Dinner was delicious and Jack was excellent! Please consider another Seasons 52 location on the South Shore!!
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    Seasons 52 - Chestnut HillPrice: Expensive• American• Chestnut Hill
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    4.8
  • Carol
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Mangia Mondays meal deal for two is a great way to sample a bunch of their dishes. Even better was the service. Our server Phil (5th grade teacher by day) was excellent. He knew exactly what to do to make our first experience memorable.
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    MIDA - NewtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newton
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    4.6
  • Dylan
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Bar Vlaha continues to amaze and impress with the quality of food, service, and ambiance. A top recommendation for anyone who can manage to snag a reservation or willing to wait for an open table! Worth it every time 🤠
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    Bar VlahaPrice: Moderate• Greek• Brookline
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    4.8
  • Beth
    Greater Boston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    I have been there 2 weeks in a row. Food was delicious and I love being able to go to a local place that is privately owned.
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    ButtonwoodPrice: Expensive• American• Newton
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    4.6

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