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1. Bar Vlaha
4.8
Exceptional(1284)
$$$$
• Greek • Brookline
Booked 81 times today
Bar Vlaha invites you to explore the authentic flavors of Vlach cuisine in the heart of Brookline. Experience a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional Greek home, filled with vibrant textiles and the aroma of hearty dishes. Our menu showcases the rich culinary heritage of the nomadic Vlach people, featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients prepared using rustic techniques like charcoal grilling and open-fire cooking. Delight in freshly baked bread with goat milk butter, savory spreads like kopanisti and melitzanosalata, and succulent wild boar with lemon potatoes, reflecting the Vlach's deep connection to nature. Bar Vlaha is not just a restaurant; it’s a cultural journey into the heart of Greece, celebrating its people and traditions. Gather around the table and let Bar Vlaha transport you to a world of flavor and hospitality.
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2. Golden Temple
4.5
Awesome(828)
$$$$
• Chinese • Brookline
Booked 15 times today
The premium quality behind our fresh and healthy food is that we start every dish with fresh, natural, wholesome ingredients. Golden Temple uses only premium lean meats, fresh seafood and natural produce. We are raising the standards for your health by purchasing from the highest quality and respected purveyors available to us.
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3. Capricho Colombian Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(79)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Brookline
Booked 32 times today
Capricho Colombian Steakhouse is a husband-and-wife–owned restaurant led by Chef Andrés Gómez. Together, we offer elevated Colombian cuisine featuring premium steaks, fresh seafood, and thoughtful traditional flavors, served with genuine hospitality in a warm, modern, and welcoming neighborhood setting.
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4. Mahaniyom
4.7
Exceptional(369)
$$$$
• Thai • Brookline
Booked 48 times today
MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.
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5. Saltie Girl
4.7
Exceptional(2105)
$$$$
• Seafood • Back Bay
Booked 209 times today
We bring "Saltie" energy to Boston’s Back Bay, curating seafood we love, inspired by coastal and port destinations near and far. Our warm and cold lobster rolls (named one of The Infatuation’s top 20 sandwiches in America) sit alongside oysters shucked to order, elegant caviar, and one of the country’s largest tinned fish collections. With three bars, multiple dining areas, and private dining options, Saltie Girl offers range of globally sustainable seafood, be it fried, sautéed, raw, smoked, or tinned. Owned & founded by Boston native Kathy Sidell, whose family helped shape the city’s dining culture, and guided by Culinary Director Matthew Gaudet, we mix global flavors with the spirit of New England seafood, pairing bold, briny dishes with thoughtful cocktails and attentive service. Find us steps from Copley Square, the Boston Public Library & Hynes Convention Center. More at www.saltiegirl.com
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6. Prairie Fire
4.8
Exceptional(680)
$$$$
• American • Brookline
Booked 32 times today
We are currently open seven days a week. Saturday & Sunday we are open with an All Day Menu. Reservations can be made on our website, or through OpenTable. Due to the intimate nature of our dining room, if you would like to make a reservation for more than 4 guests, please give us a call at the restaurant. We hold reservations for a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running late, we will do our best to hold your table but cannot guarantee it. We do appreciate 1.5 hour dining experiences for parties of 1-2 guests, 2 hours for parties of 3-4, and 2.5 hours for parties of 5 or more guests. We always welcome walk-in guests to our bar.Our Beer Garden is open for the season. It is seated on a first come, first serve basis, and daily operation is weather dependent. During the early season, we will only be operating the beer garden on weekends. We will post about other operating days on our socials. We do not take reservations for the beer garden.We hope to see you soon!
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7. Grill 23 & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(9467)
$$$$
• Steak • Back Bay
Booked 155 times today
Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 40 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.
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8. Eastern Standard
4.6
Exceptional(1224)
$$$$
• American • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 108 times today
Originally opened in 2005, Garrett Harker’s flagship restaurant has reopened its doors just up Beacon St. only three blocks from its original location. Eastern Standard continues to offer seasonally focused New England interpretations of classic brasserie fare, including raw bar and charcuterie, nostalgic favorites like steak tartare, baked rigatoni, steak frites, and butterscotch bread pudding, and some new soon-to-be-instant-classic dishes. Cocktail legend Jackson Cannon has crafted a beverage menu that features an array of craft cocktails both new and classic, a curated selection of wines, and craft beers from near and far.Please contact events@eshospitality.com to inquire about hosting your private event or large party reservation.
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9. Bar 'Cino Brookline
4.8
Exceptional(1643)
$$$$
• Italian • Brookline
Booked 94 times today
Bar 'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot on Beacon Street in Brookline - directly across from the Saint Mary's T Stop. Open nightly for dinner and cocktails.
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10. Dalia
new
4.8
Exceptional(93)
$$$$
• Spanish • South Boston
Booked 141 times today
New Spanish Concept, Dalia, coming to you from BRG!

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  • Caroline
    Greater Boston •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    A lovely and pleasant experience; we are looking forward to going back and trying the rest (all of it!) the menu. So happy to have this restaurant in the neighborhood.
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    Capricho Colombian Steakhouse$$$$• Steakhouse• Brookline
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    4.6
  • Ryan
    Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Incredible food and atmosphere. Would absolutely dine here again.
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    Bar Vlaha$$$$• Greek• Brookline
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    4.8
  • Rebecca
    Atlanta •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food is amazing especially the beef panang and the crab curry. By far, best Thai food ever!
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    Mahaniyom$$$$• Thai• Brookline
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    4.7
  • KatherineGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •98 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I love Saltie Girl. The service, the food and the ambiance never disappoint. For first time visitors, I highly recommend the seafood tower, the chowder and the cold lobster role. The toasts and appetizers are also delicious. They have outdoor seating in the summer as well.
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    Saltie Girl$$$$• Seafood• Back Bay
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    4.7
  • claireGold
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 4, 2026
    Food was delicious especially calimari, clams in black bean sauce and hot and sour soup. We also loved the vegetarian delight. How do you make mere vegetables that delicious…the flavorful sauce and vegetables cooked Al dente We love the look of the restaurant. It’s a beautiful space Lastly they are known for great cocktails kudos to the bar tender Lovely night out!
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    Golden Temple$$$$• Chinese• Brookline
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    4.5

Discover best restaurants near Washington Square Shopping Center

Discover the vibrant dining scene around Washington Square Shopping Center, a popular hub for shopping and leisure in the area. Where to Eat Near Washington Square Shopping Center? Just a stone's throw away, you'll find an array of culinary delights to satisfy any palate. Enjoy fresh and flavorful Chinese cuisine that showcases premium ingredients, alongside contemporary Italian dishes prepared with a rustic touch over wood-fired grills. For those craving American fare, lively establishments offer modern takes on classic favorites, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails. Whether you're in the mood for a casual meal or a more elegant dining experience, there's something for everyone near this bustling landmark. Indulge in a satisfying meal before or after your shopping spree at this popular destination.

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