Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Boston Metro South

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Boston Metro South? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Union Straw - Taunton

4.7

4.7 (85)

$31 to $50

American

Taunton

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Michelle

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Food was great! Wait staff was eager to please but not too overbearing! Great experience!

The Venetian Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1104)

$30 and under

Italian

Hingham

About the restaurant

Partners, Eric Papachristos and Chef Paul King have brought The Venetian back to its glory days. Chef Paul focuses on the classics of neighborhood Italian American cuisine, homemade pasta, steaks & chops straight from the butcher, Craft cocktails, and an impressive Italian & American wine list. A fresh renovation has brought 1950’s elegance of black tin-ceilings, red leather tufted booths, and chandeliers to the South Shore.The Venetian – A Weymouth Tradition, Reimagined.

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DianeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

So fun!!! Great time with such a festive mood!!!! Thanks for decking the halls. 🎄🎅🏻🎄🎅🏻🎄🎅🏻🎄🎅🏻

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4.8

4.8 (5688)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Hingham

About the restaurant

Paul Wahlberg presents Alma Nove, a stylish and contemporary restaurant and bar offering classic Italian cuisine amid the bountiful flavors of the surrounding Mediterranean. Located in the historic Hingham Shipyard steps from the beautiful shoreline of Hingham Bay, guests can enjoy a scenic view whether they dine inside with panoramic floor to ceiling windows or on the patio furnished with lounge furniture and a fire pit. The wine list at Alma Nove is approachable, affordable and fun, very similar to the menu.

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RickVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We stopped for a late lunch while traveling. Food was good, nice wine list but most impressive was the the server was informed that my Open Table preference included Vegetarian and she went out of her way to point out how the menu could work for me.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Cod

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Swordfish Tacos

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Wood-Grilled Swordfish

Tosca

4.8

4.8 (3536)

$50 and over

Italian

Hingham

About the restaurant

Tosca is the flagship restaurant of Eat Well Inc. Open for dinner only, Tosca is located on historic Hingham Harbor and offers creative regional Italian cuisine focusing on fresh New England flavors and local, seasonal ingredients. Constructed in the 1910 Granary Marketplace building, the award-winning restaurant boasts a theatrical setting with exposed brick, imported tiles, mahogany woods, and an open kitchen from which executive chef Kevin Long takes center stage.

Tosca can also provide a setting for business dinners and meetings to weddings and showers to anniversaries and birthdays. Whether you choose the Classic, Rustic look of The Wine Room or the sophisticated, continental flavor of The Salon, it will set the stage for a grand event or intimate celebration Contact Event Manager Aly Brain at 781-740-0800 ext. 603 for details.

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John

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Food and staff were great! I also think that the food is reasonably priced. We will be back in near future.

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4.9

4.9 (782)

$30 and under

Greek

Walpole

About the restaurant

Kosmos eat. drink. greek

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Stanley

Dined 3 days ago

The food was absolutely spectacular. Every dish seemed to outdo the previous dish. The flavors were so rich and diverse. The service was fantastic and we appreciated the professionalism of the waiting staff. This restaurant is a must visit and I cannot wait to go again.

Olivia’s

4.9

4.9 (251)

$50 and over

American

Fairhaven

About the restaurant

Olivia's Restaurant aims to be a neighborhood restaurant in the heart of Fairhaven highlighting fine coastal cuisine, classically made craft cocktails (sometimes with a twist) with an emphasis on thoughtful service and unwavering hospitality. We are open for dinner only (for now) so our team can excel at providing the ultimate dining experience.

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BryanVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Love this place it is perfect for a date night my wife and I had a very intimate time coming for dinner. Food-8.5/10 Environment- 10/10 Value- 7.5/10 Desert 9/10 Total score 8.75/10

Amelia's

4.7

4.7 (3368)

$31 to $50

Italian

Stoughton

About the restaurant

Offering a menu reminiscent of northern Italy’s trattorias with farm to table ingredients, Amelia’s creates a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere in a suburban setting. Our extensive wine list and fine selections of cocktails and single malts complement our most tender and flavorful steaks. An abundance of fresh pastas and homemade desserts showcases our kitchen’s creativity and passion.

Our attire guidelines

Amelia's strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We kindly suggest that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. Thank you for not wearing excessively revealing clothing including exposed undergarments, clothing emitting marijuana odor, and clothing with offensive language or graphics. We appreciate your cooperation.

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Edith

Dined 2 days ago

Our favorite local restaurant! Always a good experience.

BOCCA

4.8

4.8 (1798)

$30 and under

Italian

Fairhaven

About the restaurant

BOCCA is serving the finest Italian dining in the region. Formerly known as The Pasta House, BOCCA has a modern eclectic ambiance, top quality food and wine, endless variety, and impeccable service. We source the freshest ingredients including local produce, seafood, and meats, to bring you the highest quality on all of your favorite menu items.

BOCCA offers a gluten free menu for guests who wish to enjoy a traditional gluten free Italian experience. The grille guarantees satisfaction with each and every bite, constantly researching the best and finest recipes to best serve the people of the community Your Satisfaction Is Our Livelihood!

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PatriciaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Best service and thank you for accommodating my request. ❤️

The Inn on Shipyard Park

4.8

4.8 (827)

$30 and under

American

New Bedford

About the restaurant

The Inn offers traditional seaside New England fare with a fusion flare, mainstream beer selections as well as quality microbrews, wine, and craft-cocktails in a casual and welcoming atmosphere. On some nights, to further enhance the casual and comfort air of the barroom, the menu and beverages may be enjoyed while listening to the light entertainment offered.

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LynneVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding and delicious! Atmosphere is always perfect and Jeff on bar is one of our favorites but all the staff at the inn is super friendly and helpful. Always a good idea and always an amazing meal. Handles gluten free orders very carefully and has many Options plus a dedicated gluten free fryer one of the only places I can enjoy gluten free fries safely, a delicious treat.

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4.8

4.8 (3531)

$31 to $50

Seafood

New Bedford

About the restaurant

Serving fresh, bold and innovative food that reflects the history of New Bedford and celebrates the New Bedford fishermen, their catch and their culture.

Our menu focuses on local fishermen’s catch of the day, old school seafood favorites and a sprinkling of modern seafood interpretations. Menu ranges from raw bar, to warm and cold lobster rolls, baked cod, bacon wrapped scallops, bouillabaisse and grilled NY Strip.

Large bar and spectacular views of the artful New Bedford Fishing Fleet. Large covered and heated deck overlooking the fishing boats and harbor. Centrally located beside the Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Ferries. Large parking lot.

And, of course, the hospitality is second to none. Service is what built the business.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and friendly service. Great atmosphere. My husband and I love this place. Thank you!!! Many blessings and success!!!

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