Best Casual Restaurants in Malden

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1. Exchange Street Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1308)

Price: Expensive

• American • Malden

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Exchange Street Bistro, an inviting, exciting contemporary bistro located in the heart of Malden Center. Just steps away from the city’s T-stop and several new luxury condominiums, Exchange Street Bistro creates an upscale neighborhood feel for those looking for an outstanding dining experience. With an extensive and creative menu, Exchange Street Bistro’s chef’s offer trend setting and savory dishes at reasonable prices. Our staff provides superior service along with exceptional knowledge of our menu, and extensive wine list. Therefore, ensuring our guests an experience that will far exceed all their expectations. The warm and charming décor of Exchange Street Bistro, is enhanced with dramatic lighting, showcasing everything from our beautifully crafted granite bar and tables to our intimate high back booths through out the dining room. The fully stocked bar and spacious lounge creates a stylish and vibrant atmosphere with an exquisite martini menu.

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2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6366)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 167 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

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3. Monument Restaurant & Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(144)

Price: Moderate

• American • Charlestown

Booked 30 times today

Welcome to MonumentMonument Restaurant & Tavern, a Charlestown staple, is a lively home base for guests to enjoy creative comfort food, rotating craft beer, a thoughtful wine list, and inventive, refreshing cocktails. As Charlestown’s neighborhood spot, Monument boasts a warm, rustic dining room and bar, a seasonal sidewalk patio, and takeout and delivery options seven days a week.The rustic yet chic interior complements their menu of the same caliber. Wood-fired pizza, lemon-rosemary chicken wings, kung pao Brussels sprouts, and gnocchi bolognese are just a few of the favorite options. Not to mention, our weekend brunch is a hit with Bostonians near and far, with featuring lemon and poppyseed buttermilk pancakes and our signature "Cinnamon Toast Brunch" cocktail.Monument serves brunch, lunch, dinner and is open late and has a lengthy draught beer, cocktail and wine menu.

4. Ciao Roma

4.7

Exceptional(1024)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 28 times today

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

5. Salt + Stone

4.4

Awesome(567)

Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Salt + Stone, the vibrant heart of Assembly Row in Somerville, where great food, craft cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere come together. With a menu that spans from fresh seafood to wood-fired dishes, this spot has quickly become a local favorite! Whether you're looking to indulge in our irresistible weekend brunch, unwind with a refreshing craft cocktail, or relax in our dog-friendly outdoor (heated) patio pavilion, Salt + Stone is the perfect place for any occasion.With our unique open space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and a lively ambiance, it's the perfect place to enjoy a casual meal, date night or brunch with family and friends. Don't miss the Creme Brûlée French Toast—it’s a standout on the brunch menu—and if you're in the mood for something a little more festive, our famous Mimosa towers are sure to add some sparkle to your day.Come for the food, stay for the vibes—it’s no wonder Salt + Stone has made such a splash in the heart of Somerville!

6. La Royal

4.7

Exceptional(44)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Cambridge

Booked 10 times today

Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.

7. Puritan & Company

4.6

Exceptional(2194)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 21 times today

Puritan & Company, led by Chef-owner Will Gilson, serves modern American cuisine, with particular emphasis on traditional New England fare, and not without occasional excursions into other ethnic ingredients and styles. Our mainstays are ingredients sourced from farms we know and locally to the extent possible, and always a sense of fun.Our dining room is a casual and fun place to dine. We love to share our excitement about the food and wine we serve like we would in our own home. Guests and their friends should feel comfortable in our friendly and even familial environment as we make our food and guest the number one focus.Our next door space, Puritan Oyster Bar, offers limited reservations via puritancambridge.com

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8. Banners Kitchen & Tap

4.3

Awesome(465)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 32 times today

Restaurant & sports bar serving American fare in a contemporary, multilevel space.Named for the iconic championship team banners raised into the rafters throughout history, Banners Kitchen & Tap is located in the thick of Boston sports, on the former site of the Boston Garden, adjacent to the TD Garden and North Station at The Hub on Causeway.Banners Kitchen & Tap is an immersive restaurant and bar featuring upscale tavern cuisine as well as classic game-day menu staples, healthy alternatives, a children’s menu, and many other unique offerings for lunch & dinnerBanners boasts the biggest in-restaurant LED TV screen on the East Coast, Blades & Boards VIP dining room, and Banners Kitchen & Tap Topgolf Swing Suite.

9. Mooo BEACON HILL

4.8

Exceptional(4663)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Beacon Hill

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to Mooo Beacon Hill, a modern steakhouse that blends sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill. Our warm and inviting décor provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience, while our full bar and award-winning wine list add to the overall ambiance. Open seven days a week, we recommend making a reservation to secure your table for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up with the latest news and events.

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10. MIDA - East Boston

4.6

Exceptional(367)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Boston

Booked 20 times today

MIDA by Chef Douglass William's is now open on East Boston's waterfront. Our James Beard Nominated restaurant group is situated directly on the edge of the pier with panoramic views of the downtown Boston Skyline. The restaurant is surrounded by the water on three sides with a massive patio that is perfect for date night and large groups at all hours of the day. Vaulted ceilings, sprawling windows, and a gorgeous lighting profile make this location the perfect destination for all occasions. MIDA East Boston also features a 25 seat bar that is open for walk-ins seven days a week. We are thrilled to be a part of this neighborhood and cannot wait to welcome you into our home. XOXO MIDA

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Ellie
Hawaii •10 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food was amazing! The Cavatelli and Strip steak were out favorite. Expresso Martini was the best I’ve ever had. Absolutely would come back again.
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Ciao RomaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.7
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Kathy
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful dinner tonight ! Great service ! Lovely place ! Will go again … soon !!
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Elena
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We were there for a family dinner after a wake. The food and service was impeccable as always. Our server was the best and attentive to us and as we were leaving , she offered her condolences to our family. This is why I chose to come here after. Always great service and never had a bad meal here.
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Exchange Street BistroPrice: Expensive• American• Malden
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4.6
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Michelle
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our group of 4 started with the seasonal board which was delicious but did not come with enough toast. We were able to order more for an up charge. The burgers and sandwiches were huge and impossible to finish but were so good. Our waitress was attentive throughout. I would eat here again if I was in the area.
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Salt + StonePrice: Expensive• American• Somerville
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4.4
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Raevip
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Ramen Wednesdays, yum! One of my favorites neighborhood bars: always a go to.
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Monument Restaurant & TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Charlestown
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4.8

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239 restaurants available nearby

1. Exchange Street Bistro

2. Trattoria Il Panino

3. Monument Restaurant & Tavern

4. Ciao Roma

5. Salt + Stone

6. La Royal

7. Puritan & Company

8. Banners Kitchen & Tap

9. Mooo BEACON HILL

10. MIDA - East Boston

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