Best Family Style Restaurants in Boston/New England

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1. Maggiano's - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(6446)

$$$$

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 105 times today

Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy Boston, located on Columbus Avenue near the Theater District, Boston Common & Park Plaza. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Freedom Trail & the Boston Tea Party. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more.Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.

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2. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2566)

$$$$

• American • Cambridge

Booked 41 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 apply a 6% Kitchen Admin Fee to all checks that exclusively benefits our Back of House staff, who by MA law may not be included in the tip pool.

3. Josephine

4.5

Awesome(490)

$$$$

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 59 times today

An homage to the variety in Italian food with a focus on wood fired pizza...Josephine is the latest concept from James Beard nominated Chef Michael Scelfo of smash hits Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, and The Longfellow Bar. Josephine is a celebration of family and food, focused on Italian favorites and simple pleasures.Josephine features deep dish & thin wood fired pizzas and whimsical riffs on classic Italian foods, all set in a lively space. A massive marble bar with craft cocktails, ice cold martinis on tap, and a huge out door space that's dog friendly with an outdoor bar and fire pit will bring you back again and again.

4. Waypoint

4.3

Awesome(2132)

$$$$

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 22 times today

Chef Michael Scelfo of Alden & Harlow welcomes Waypoint, his second Cambridge restaurant. Located at the gateway of Harvard Square at 1030 Massachusetts Avenue, “waypoint” often means a plot point on a map. For Chef Scelfo, it signals a natural next step along his culinary journey. From live-fire pizza to raw bar and caviar service, to an expansive absinthe list, the menu at Waypoint reflects his forward-thinking approach to coastally-inspired fare combining approachable ideas and ingredients with elements that are unexpected.

5. Judy's Bay

4.8

Exceptional(47)

$$$$

• Japanese • Cambridge

Booked 13 times today

New England Izakaya featuring seasonal and regional seafood. Cozy fireplace, drinks and rustic Japanese & East Asian flavors.

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6. Row 34 - Cambridge

4.7

Exceptional(490)

$$$$

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 56 times today

Born from the Bay. More than a seafood restaurant, Row 34 is a connection to the ocean. The name Row 34 is a nod to the 34th row of oysters grown in Duxbury Bay on the South Shore of Massachusetts. True to our namesake, our menu is all about responsibly sourced seafood from local waters. We want our guests to come back again and again, so everything we do reflects a commitment to freshness, community, and hospitality. Whether you're posting up at our raw bar or diving into one of our signature lobster rolls, we can’t wait for you to taste the best New England has to offer. 2025 Boston Magazine Best of Boston Award Winner - Best Seafood Restaurant New York Times - 25 Best Restaurants in Boston Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Seaport - Boston, Kenmore Square - Boston, Burlington, & Portsmouth, NH).

7. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4758)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 38 times today

In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.

8. Grill 23 & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(9468)

$$$$

• Steak • Back Bay

Booked 146 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 40 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.

9. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(2278)

$$$$

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 55 times today

Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.

10. Arya Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2894)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 25 times today

Located in Boston's historic North End, Arya Trattoria features a mix of modern and old world Italian cuisine while paying homage to Massimo family roots from abruzzi influences. The menu is built on a foundation of simple, fresh pastas and antipasti, as well as a healthy dose of grilled meats, fish, and poultry dishes. Well-loved favorites like limoncello marinated shrimp, Cavetelli con Agnello, and massimo's grandmother's Porchetta

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Mel
2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing experience! Diana was our server. She really took the time to cater to us and made sure all our questions were answered. Her attentiveness and attitude made us feel at home. The food was served promptly, yet we never felt bombarded or rushed. Their food was delicious & worthy !!! 10/10
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Maggiano's - Boston$$$$• Italian• Theater District
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4.8
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Jane
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and nice people. Would definitely go back
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Judy's Bay$$$$• Japanese• Cambridge
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4.8
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Jaime
Greater Boston •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Exceptional flavors and huge cocktail menu in addition to large wine selection. We had a nice celebratory dinner, very loud though. Beautiful floor tiles and overall the ambiance was a chill upscale vibe. Loved the pizzas and broccoli rabe especially.
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Josephine$$$$• Italian• Somerville
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4.5
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Katie
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of the best meals I’ve had in a LONG time. I went for my birthday and they truly made the experience memorable. Beautiful ambience and the “Bitter Ex” is now one of my favorite mocktails! Thank you Pammy’s!!!
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Pammy's$$$$• American• Cambridge
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4.8
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Richard
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2026
Fantastic experience, from food to service. Looking forward to going back.
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Waypoint$$$$• Seafood• Cambridge
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4.3

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