Best Healthy Restaurants in East Boston

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Back BayBeacon HillBraintreeBrooklineCambridgeChestnut Hill

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1. Cactus Club Cafe Back Bay

4.8

Exceptional(90)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Back Bay

Booked 11 times today

Cactus Back Bay is your go-to restaurant for elevated everyday dining in the heart of Boston’s historic shopping district. Visit us at 500 Boylston Street for cocktails, share plates and creative entrees in our stunning new restaurant filled with modern art and flowing woodwork. We’re open from lunch to late night with a chef-driven menu delivering bold, refined dishes with something for every craving. We set the standard for modern North American cuisine, blending global inspiration with fresh, local ingredients. Our vibe is upbeat and stylish, fueled by energetic music and magnetic people in a space designed for connection with just the right amount of edge. Join us in our vibrant dining room, high-energy lounge or all-season patio for the best modern dining in Boston.

2. Arya Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(2894)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 25 times today

Arya Trattoria in Boston's historic North End is a healthy spot, offering a mix of modern and old world Italian cuisine. They pride themselves on their simple, fresh pastas and antipasti, and healthy doses of grilled meats, fish, and poultry dishes. Many reviews mention their attentiveness to food allergies, ensuring a safe and healthy dining experience. One reviewer specifically mentioned they were 'great about my gluten allergy!'

3. Josephine

4.5

Awesome(490)

$$$$

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 69 times today

Josephine, a renowned Italian restaurant, offers a variety of healthy options. Reviewers rave about their 'great salads' and 'interesting ingredients and fresh flavors'. The restaurant's focus on wood-fired pizza, a healthier alternative to deep-dish, further solidifies its commitment to healthy dining. Additionally, their use of 'unique and thoughtful dishes' and 'interesting fusion of passion, excellent ingredients, and creativity' demonstrates their dedication to innovative and nutritious meals.

4. Euno Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(2624)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 21 times today

Parties above 7 people are being accepted with special seating arrangements! Please call the restaurant to book your reservation! Nestled in the heart of Boston's historic North End, Euno is a hidden gem serving only the finest in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine and wines. From exquisite Seafood to Osso Bucco to tender Pollo Parmigian our culinary artists will create a delightful dish to satisfy each and every palate. And if it's a taste of Americana you desire, please enjoy our classic Filet Mignon or world famous Boston Lobster (served in-season only). Voted Most Romantic and highly recommended by celebrity chef Rachael Ray, we are open nightly for dinner at 5pm. Buon Appetito. Enjoy! If you need to cancel any reservation, please make sure to call the restaurant in advance.

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5. Harborside Grill at Hyatt Boston Harbor

4.1

Excellent(616)

$$$$

• American • East Boston

Booked 14 times today

Harborside Grill is open for dinner and cocktails 7 days a week, 5PM-10PM. Our stunning views of the harbor and Boston's skyline offer the perfect first impression for your clients or significant other. Please call 617-568-6060 for reservations of 6+.

6. Henrietta's Table

4.7

Exceptional(4775)

$$$$

• American • Cambridge

Booked 39 times today

"FRESH FROM THE FARM AND HONEST TO GOODNESS HOME COOKING"Henrietta’s Table opened its doors to a diverse and adoring public 20 years ago. In that time the restaurant has come to be the dining room of Nobel laureates, celebrities and New England Farmers. The Charles Hotel’s Executive Chef, Sean Lizotte, helms Henrietta’s Table and has designed a menu of "honest to goodness New England cooking."Henrietta's Table has been at the forefront of farm-to-table dining since before it was a trend or a hashtag. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, you don't need a degree to appreciate our simple, homemade flavors - just like you'd find in Grandma's kitchen. The Ritz cracker crusted scrod, Yankee pot roast and warm grain bowl are some of our guests' favorite dishes. Our menus rotate daily based on availability from our local farmers and artisans, pushing our chefs to constantly create mouthwatering dishes that let the ingredients shine.

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7. Banners Kitchen & Tap

4.3

Awesome(763)

$$$$

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 40 times today

Banners Kitchen & Tap offers a variety of healthy alternatives on their menu, as mentioned in their description. Reviewers often praise the quality and taste of their food, indicating a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. Additionally, the restaurant's emphasis on upscale tavern cuisine, as opposed to heavy, rich fare, suggests a commitment to providing healthier options.

8. Panza

4.4

Awesome(3682)

$$$$

• Italian • North End

Booked 33 times today

Panza is a beloved Italian eatery known for its high-quality ingredients and generous portions. Reviewers rave about the delicious food and attentive service, noting the 'normal' portion sizes. The menu includes healthy options like the Veal Panza, Pescatore and Chicken Parmigiana, all made with fresh, wholesome ingredients.

9. Oishii Boston

4.8

Exceptional(2430)

$$$$

• Sushi • South End

Booked 32 times today

Oishii Boston is highly praised for its creative and fresh sushi dishes, with a special focus on providing vegetarian options. As one reviewer mentioned, 'Great food - excellent sushi and for a vegetarian in our party who doesn’t eat any seafood product there were still delicious thoughtful options.' Another review highlighted, 'brilliant, creative food (we are vegetarians).' Furthermore, the restaurant is also noted for its gluten-free and celiac-safe options, indicating a commitment to catering for various dietary needs.

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10. Douzo Modern Japanese Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1842)

$$$$

• Japanese • Back Bay

Booked 45 times today

When diners enter this stylish restaurant in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay – steps away from the South End & Theater District – they are immediately enveloped in earth tones, rich dark wood and the airiness of high ceilings reverberating with the energy and excitement of the space. The lively bar area is a popular gathering spot offering a selection of cocktails, sake, wine and beer. Guests look on as the team of chefs create cutting-edge sushi dishes, or they settle into an experience of award-winning cuisine in the main dining area. From the knowledgeable and attentive waitstaff to charismatic owner Jack Huang’s pleasure at meeting diners, expect the comfort of being warmly welcomed at Douzo. Like the atmosphere, Douzo’s healthy and fresh cuisine seamlessly combines warm tradition and modern innovation of Japanese classics. Douzo offers inventive dishes that make the restaurant both a neighborhood fixture and a critically acclaimed destination, signature items.

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Tom
New York City •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was great. We will definitely be back. The basement location was excellent.
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The Florentine Cafe$$$$• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Mary
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our "go to" when we need Italian food! Food always comes out hot and delicious. Great traditional Italian menu with specials every night. We've been going here for 10+ years and never disappointed. John the waiter always adds to the fun!
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Panza$$$$• Italian• North End
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4.4
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Jaime
Greater Boston •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Exceptional flavors and huge cocktail menu in addition to large wine selection. We had a nice celebratory dinner, very loud though. Beautiful floor tiles and overall the ambiance was a chill upscale vibe. Loved the pizzas and broccoli rabe especially.
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Josephine$$$$• Italian• Somerville
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4.5
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BrittneyGold
New York City •25 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food, beautiful ambience, and an overall excellent experience. The dishes were flavorful and beautifully prepared, and the atmosphere was warm and comfortable. Our server, Sean G, was attentive, friendly, and made the day even better with great service. 10/10 recommend
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Cactus Club Cafe Back Bay$$$$• Contemporary American• Back Bay
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4.8
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Tori
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 25, 2026
No longlines to wait and the hostess immediately greeted you upon arrival. The view overlooking Boston Harbor was very tranquil.
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Harborside Grill at Hyatt Boston Harbor$$$$• American• East Boston
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4.1

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