6 Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Needham

6 restaurants available nearby

1. Comfort Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(679)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dorchester

Booked 29 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 African 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.- Patio dining: patio reservations are weather-dependent and may be canceled due to inclement weather. Our patios are partially covered protecting from light to moderate rain and light wind. - Timing: dinner's last seating is at 8:45pm and brunch's last seating is at 1:30pm. Your table is reserved for 90 mins for parties of 1-5 guests and 2 hrs for parties of 6+ guests.

2. Moeca

4.8

Exceptional(586)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 21 times today

Moëca is a neighborhood seafood focused restaurant inspired by Italy and beyond.

3. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(89)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 71 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.

4. Ostra

4.8

Exceptional(4650)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 69 times today

Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

5. Nine Tastes

4.8

Exceptional(55)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Cambridge

Booked 12 times today

Thailand is a tine exotic country in Southeast Asia. A mixture of hot spices, fresh herb, and pure heart combine to make the scintillating tastes of Thai cuisine. Each dish in our Thai restaurant is prepared uniquely for your preference, it can be intense spiciness or just a hint of hot taste. The various ingredients used will leave glorious different tastes in your mouth and a newfound partiality for the people.Come experience the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia. Savor the delicious and tantalizing flavors of Thai cuisine in a fun and inviting atmosphere. From the traditional to the contemporary, our dishes will invigorate the senses and delight the soul.Take a journey to Thailand through the food of “Nine Tastes”.

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6. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham

4.5

Awesome(1029)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Waltham

Booked 19 times today

Not Your Average Joe's Waltham serves creative cuisine that is inspired by American cuisine. The menu features gourmet pizzas, rice bowls, and a variety of burgers, which are not your average food items. The dishes are described as 'imaginative', 'beautiful to look at' and 'delicious' in the reviews. The restaurant's décor and ambience also contribute to its creative vibe. It's a place where you can enjoy a casual dining experience with an open kitchen and mounted flat screen televisions.

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. Comfort Kitchen

2. Moeca

3. Toro

4. Ostra

5. Nine Tastes

6. Not Your Average Joe's Waltham

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