Best restaurants near me in Dorchester, MA

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1. Dalia

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4.8

Exceptional(93)

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• Spanish • South Boston

Booked 131 times today

New Spanish Concept, Dalia, coming to you from BRG!

2. Saltie Girl

4.7

Exceptional(2105)

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• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 201 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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3. Toro

4.6

Exceptional(499)

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• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 73 times today

Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

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4. Comfort Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(963)

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• Global, International • Dorchester

Booked 38 times today

Nested in Uphams Corner, Dorchester, we're a lively and intimate 30-seat restaurant serving brunch on the weekend and dinner at night with a full bar and outdoor patio. Our food is a celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas — global comfort food. We are proudly Black-owned, immigrant-owned, and women-owned. We believe that food is a vital aspect of community building and we envision a place that is actively engaged in highlighting the culture, art, and history of our community.

5. Grill 23 & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(9467)

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• Steak • Back Bay

Booked 159 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.

6. McGonagles Pub

4.7

Exceptional(148)

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• Irish • Dorchester

Booked 20 times today

At McGonagle's, we pride ourselves on all things authentic Ireland. Whether you join us for a hearty brunch, a leisurely lunch, or an evening dinner, our menu offers a variety of dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. We focus on using fresh ingredients and age-old recipes to create meals that will make your belly full and your heart happy. Come dine with us and experience the rich flavors of Ireland right here at McGonagle's!

7. Contessa - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(418)

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• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 67 times today

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti and carpaccios to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

8. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(2277)

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• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 59 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.

9. Fox & The Knife

4.7

Exceptional(115)

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• Italian • South Boston

Booked 53 times today

Fox & the Knife is a vibrant Enoteca & Restaurant by Chef Karen Akunowicz in the heart of Boston. Nominated for the James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant in 2020 and awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2025, Fox & the Knife embraces the concept and spirit of aperitivo - a communal gathering place where guests come together to celebrate the everyday joys of good company and great food. It is a casual, contemporary homage to the food, wine, culture, and spirit of Modena, presented in a warm, welcoming, high-energy atmosphere. The menu highlights Akunowicz’s flair for soul-satisfying Italian food, perfected during her years in Italy as a chef and pasta maker. In her hands, the bold flavors of exceptional ingredients shine through both traditional and modern techniques, introducing fresh expressions of beloved classics.

10. BLEND

5.0

Exceptional(109)

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• Gastro Pub • Dorchester

Blend is a gastro pub that combines the aspects of great food, music, lights and entertainment all into one. Blend "blends" up that neighborhood gastro pub feel where everyone is welcome. Gay owned and Operated, come check us out! DRAG BRUNCHES ARE 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED instagram handle : blendbostonPlease note when booking for a drag brunch to not choose outside. All drag brunches will be held inside.TUESDAYS ~ Our Normal Dinning Room is closed for our local cornhole league, hightop bar tables are available but please keep in mind those tables are in the bar area and it will be busy!!!

Dining near Dorchester, MA at a glance

Updated on 5/10/2026

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Lauren
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Unbelievable. I cannot wait to go back. Not a single disappointment.. ambiance, food, service. Chloe, our server, was awesome. Absolutely amazing dining experience. I only wish they had valet parking 😉
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Dalia$$$$• Spanish• South Boston
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4.8
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Katherine
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
GRILL 23 NEVER DISAPPOINTS We've tried our fair share of upscale restaurants around town, and I have to say that Grill 23 continues to rise to the top-- particularly in terms of service. It's a well oiled machine that makes for a wonderful night out. And the steak?? Perfection.
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Grill 23 & Bar$$$$• Steak• Back Bay
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4.8
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Bill
Washington, D.C. Area •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We asked our server to pick for us and everything was amazing!!
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Toro$$$$• Tapas / Small Plates• South End
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4.6
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KatherineGold
Washington, D.C. Area •98 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I love Saltie Girl. The service, the food and the ambiance never disappoint. For first time visitors, I highly recommend the seafood tower, the chowder and the cold lobster role. The toasts and appetizers are also delicious. They have outdoor seating in the summer as well.
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Saltie Girl$$$$• Seafood• Back Bay
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4.7
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DJ
Mississippi •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2026
The snacks like the okra were incredible. The main dish Fried Trout was phenomenal. The desserts mango and coconut ice cream topped it all off! Service was exception as were the drinks even non-alcoholic was something special. Kudos to Sasha and her talented kitchen! Thanks to Zach and the rest of the front of house team. Love this place and will be very back soon. Brunch is next!
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Comfort Kitchen$$$$• Global, International• Dorchester
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4.9

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1. Dalia

2. Saltie Girl

3. Toro

4. Comfort Kitchen

5. Grill 23 & Bar

6. McGonagles Pub

7. Contessa - Boston

8. Krasi

9. Fox & The Knife

10. BLEND

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