Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Allston

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapanese

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BostonBoston Metro North

Neighborhoods

ArlingtonBack BayBurlingtonCambridgeFinancial DistrictFort Point Channel

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Coppa

4.8

Exceptional(1210)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 37 times today

A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian small plates, Coppa is an intimate enoteca tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End. At Coppa, Chef Ken Oringer's innovative touch shines through in every dish, offering a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist. As a James Beard Award-winning chef, Chef Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of local and regional ingredients.Our beverage menu changes continuously. From seasonal craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails, each sip perfectly complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural, and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience.

2. Bistro du Midi

4.6

Exceptional(4643)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Back Bay

Booked 85 times today

Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.

A photo of Grana at The Langham, Boston restaurant

3. Grana at The Langham, Boston

4.5

Awesome(564)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Financial District

Booked 33 times today

Set in the former Federal Reserve Bank's grand hall, glamour meets worn-in authenticity at the classic Italian restaurant with an inviting atmosphere. Grana’s original soaring ceilings, ornate moldings and fixtures, lush velvet furniture and world-class art collection make it the most perfectly-imperfect setting for an approachable menu of authentic Italian dishes created to inspire long conversations, festive celebrations and years of return visits.Executive Chef Daniel Burger serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy classic breakfast dishes, power lunch combinations with fresh salads, handheld sandwiches and house-made pastas, or indulge in a brunch experience featuring traditional items like farm fresh eggs, avocado toast, brunch cocktails and or try our signature seasonal french toast, lobster cannolis and large format cocktails.

A photo of OAK Long Bar + Kitchen restaurant

4. OAK Long Bar + Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1878)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Back Bay

Booked 50 times today

OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is an exciting American brasserie restaurant in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. Enjoy specialty, hand crafted cocktails at the exquisite coppertop bar and a farm to table menu featuring local ingredients and purveyors.

5. South End Buttery

4.4

Awesome(2437)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 29 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

6. Deuxave

4.7

Exceptional(5109)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Back Bay

Booked 10 times today

Owner Brian Piccini is proud of his award-winning Restaurant & Bar, Deuxave in the Back Bay. The inspiration behind the restaurant’s American Nouveau Cuisine is seasonality, with a focus on working with the finest farms and purveyors, sourcing out the freshest, local ingredients and amplifying their magnificence. The cuisine is strongly rooted in the nouvelle techniques of contemporary French cuisine, married with the splendor of American ingredients in a refined, but casual setting. Deuxave’s (pronounced doo-ave) name plays homage to its location at the corners of Commonwealth Ave and Massachusetts Ave.

7. Committee

4.5

Awesome(2466)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Fort Point Channel

Booked 96 times today

Committee draws inspiration from the modern day “ouzeri,” a casual meeting spot that can be found throughout Greece. It’s the kind of welcoming place where people get together to talk, relax, and bond over a fresh-made meal. Greeks know that delicious food sets the stage for a great meeting—whether you’re discussing a business deal or simply catching up with old friends. Committee, conceived by a Greek chef, embraces this tradition. Committee veers from the expected by designing its menu around “Meze”—a culinary concept that encourages people to sample and share. Our creative chefs prepare small sharable plates that are brought to the table throughout the meal, allowing diners to experience a wide range of dishes featuring only the freshest local ingredients. If unforgettable food, a fun crowd, and an electric urban scene are on your agenda, the consensus is Committee.

8. Season To Taste

4.8

Exceptional(1697)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 34 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.

9. Mamma Maria

4.7

Exceptional(5525)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 2 times today

More availability on our website. Our restaurant also offers unique private rooms for small parties starting at 4 people- email mammamariaboston@gmail.com to inquire. ----Superior local and seasonal ingredients distinguish our Italian cuisine. Our menu is updated daily to reflect market changes. Our setting is historical and unique. Five elegant dining rooms ( most with views of the city) are tucked throughout an antique brick townhouse overlooking North Square in the heart of Boston's North End neighborhood.

10. The Berkeley

4.5

Awesome(39)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French American • Back Bay

Booked 7 times today

The Berkeley, Boston's newest bistro and wine bar at Hotel AKA Back Bay, offers the perfect setting for post-work gatherings, special occasions, or a relaxing meal outdoors. The Berkeley presents French-inspired fare with a touch of New England, crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Complement your dining experience with expertly crafted cocktails or a selection from our curated wine list. Visit theberkeleyboston.com to view menus and hours.

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Hillary
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Nothing better than Coppa - especially on gf night!!!
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CoppaPrice: Expensive• Italian• South End
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4.8
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AnandVIP
Greater Boston •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great cocktails, good food, great service and beautiful atmosphere
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Bistro du MidiPrice: Expensive• French• Back Bay
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great birthday dinner! It was noisy but not so bad that we couldn't hear each other. They were out of several things we wanted, so that was disappointing. Overall the food was very good as was the service.
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South End ButteryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• South End
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4.4
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DebVIP
Greater Boston •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our meals were fabulous and the service was exceptional. Cocktails were delicious and we were presented with a ‘happy birthdays’ dessert on the house. We were seated by the fireplace to celebrate our birthdays in style. Not a thing to change!
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OAK Long Bar + KitchenPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Back Bay
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4.6
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JackVIP
Greater Boston •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Excellent place to have lunch or dinner. With great service and good food. On the pricer side.
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Grana at The Langham, BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Financial District
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4.5

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