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1. Dryft - Wellesley

4.5

Awesome(137)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Wellesley

Booked 35 times today

Discover a new standard of casual sophistication at Dryft Wellesley, where we reimagine beloved Italian classics with a modern twist and feature the freshest seafood selections. Located in the heart of Linden Square, our restaurant seamlessly blends the warmth of traditional Italian hospitality with a contemporary ambiance, promising a dining experience that is both relaxed and refined.

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2. Buttonwood

4.6

Exceptional(950)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Newton

Booked 14 times today

Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .

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3. black & blue Steak and Crab - Wellesley

4.4

Awesome(88)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wellesley

Booked 35 times today

black & blue Steak and Crab is now open in Wellesley, MA. Our New American Steakhouse is elegant yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet approachable. b&b offers an inventive design and an unparalleled, vibrant ambience for you and your guests. Our inspired cuisine coupled with our gracious hospitality is perfect for your special occasion dinner, night out with friends, family gathering or executive business event. black & blue also offers a variety of private rooms and tailor made menus for large groups. We would be happy to help plan your next business meeting or celebratory function. Whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, you can be certain the black & blue experience will be effortless and memorable. The Boardroom is available for up to 16 guests and the Club Room is available for up to 60 guests.

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4. Sycamore

4.9

Exceptional(2736)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 11 times today

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

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5. Lockheart Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(288)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Wellesley

Booked 11 times today

Where food and atmosphere meet! We're a restaurant full of passionate and talented people that love to serve our community! We offer a wide variety of Southwestern style dishes with a heavy focus on tacos. Our cocktails are classics with modern twists made by some of the best bartenders in the business!

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6. Bar 'Cino - Westwood

4.7

Exceptional(27)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westwood

Booked 38 times today

'Cino (we say "chee-no") is an informal neighborhood spot with a lively bar and a menu that highlights the green & white of the Italian flag more than the red. Swing in anytime, or also grab take-out with easy online ordering when the mood suits you.

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7. Smith & Wollensky - Wellesley

4.7

Exceptional(1715)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wellesley

Booked 23 times today

Sophisticated ambiance, classic steakhouse. For any occasion. From date nights to large celebrations, we have you covered. Stop by our Church Square location for an unforgettable meal.

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8. Tavern in the Square - Dedham

4.6

Exceptional(454)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Dedham

Booked 47 times today

Coming Soon! Please keep an eye on our social media page to stay in the know about our grand opening. We look forward to having you dine with us soon.

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9. The Cottage Wellesley

4.5

Awesome(2856)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wellesley

Booked 40 times today

The Cottage, an upscale-meets-casual eatery in Linden Square Wellesley known for dependable, fresh, SoCal inspired menu options.We partnered with Taniya Nayak, a featured interior designer on popular Food Network programs such as ‘Restaurant Impossible’ to transform the once light-flooded, beach-like, SoCal atmosphere to a warm, lively, and New England-comfort interior. Enjoy an emphasis on natural woods, live greenery, and pops of welcomed fresh color in the new interior and brand.The Cottage will remain the same tried-and-true neighborhood eatery with a re-defined focus on local, fresh, and honest product, for the whole family, every day. The Cottage Wellesley’s new menu is created by Culinary Director, Peter Hansen, who brings his vast experience from all over the world to Wellesley, MA. In his career, Hansen has appeared on six episodes of Iron Chef and has worked alongside incredible culinary talent such as Michael White and Bobby Flay.

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10. Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill

4.8

Exceptional(4737)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Chestnut Hill

Booked 80 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Alanvip
Greater Boston •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Deep flavors. Great service. Somewhat on the loud side of moderate.
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SycamorePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newton
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4.9
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Lori
Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a booth which was lovely for our book club discussion. Our server was excellent and we each had the grain salads, which were excellent! We had a lovely evening!
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Dryft - WellesleyPrice: Expensive• American• Wellesley
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4.5
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Judy
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous meal & cozy atmosphere! Sat st the bar & it was so pleasant. Both of us had the chicken under the brick..it was delicious!.
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ButtonwoodPrice: Expensive• American• Newton
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4.6
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Carlos
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had an amazing time. The service was absolutely fantastic. Thank you Shannon! There were 4 of us. We ordered meatballs and pork belly apps. Cesar salads (we got 2 and they split them for us in the kitchen) - good sizes. All delicious. For entrée we had, short ribs, sirloin steak, Kansas City steak and twin petit filet mignon. All perfectly cooked and very tasty. We complimented the meals with asparagus, spinach and hash browns. For dessert we got ice cream, chocolate explosion and key lime. All very good as well. This is the type of experience we look for when we get together every month for dinner! We shall return!
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black & blue Steak and Crab - WellesleyPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wellesley
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4.4
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John
Virginia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Alway great. Never disappoints. Lobster guacamole is a must.
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Lockheart RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Wellesley
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4.5

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