Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Greater Boston

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Greater Boston? 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!

BLEND

5.0

5 (89)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Dorchester

About the restaurant

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 : blendboston

Please 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!!!

Top review

Lola

Dined 6 days ago

This place is just wonderful ❤️ the staff is warm, inviting, and the food is delish....10,10,10 across the board 😀

El Tacuba

4.9

4.9 (17)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Medford

About the restaurant

Offering Mexican small plates from recipes that we grew up with, and a full bar with a range of innovative cocktails and local craft beers in a welcoming ambiance.

Top review

ChrisVIP

Dined on Feb 7, 2025

Really nice spot. Food was great. Small plates were flavorful and fresh.

Supper Club at Capo Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (276)

$30 and under

Italian

South Boston

About the restaurant

RETRO VIBES & GOOD TIMES

Tucked underneath Capo Restaurant, the Supper Club looks to recapture the excitement of going out on the town for dinner and a show.

The Supper Club at Capo is a 4,000sf subterranean lounge located next door to Capo Restaurant and below Citizen’s Bank. The Supper Club is accessible through a connecting staircase located in Capo’s dining room at 443 West Broadway. There is a private entrance located at 439 West Broadway which is available for private events only.

The Supper Club at Capo consists of a 40ft bar, a large performance stage for live music and entertainment, a stage-front dance floor with two retro stage-side lounges.

Follow us on social media to stay up to date with our current live music and entertainment schedule.

Top review

Maggie

Dined 7 days ago

Super fun night with live band and great food! Enjoyed water service and staff.

The Babe

4.8

4.8 (70)

$30 and under

American

Salem

About the restaurant

Welcome to your friend neighborhood bar and sandwich shop. Tucked away on Lafayette Park, just a block from the downtown and seaport neighborhoods of Salem, MA, The Babe is the perfect place to rendezvous after work for a cocktail, grab a bite with friends, or get together for a late night celebration. We take pride in our scratch kitchen with a menu inspired by Northeast sandwich culture and cuisine; touching on fan favorites from Philly to NY, and of course, Boston! Our menu includes specialties like house-ground cheese burgers, loaded Italian subs with freshly sliced salumi, crispy and cheesy mozzarella pockets, crispy wings, and more. The dining room and bar have a casual but intimate feel with high ceilings, updated vintage architectural features, and warm deco-lighting. The Babe also features live performances several nights a week as well as a cozy backyard patio in the warm weather season. Parties larger than 10 guests should contact the restaurant directly for booking

Top review

Megan

Dined on Feb 17, 2025

Delicious food, fantastic cocktails, excellent conversation with the bartender.

Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South Boston

4.7

4.7 (384)

$30 and under

Mexican

South Boston

About the restaurant

LOCO TAQUERIA & OYSTER BAR is a funky neighborhood joint located on West Broadway in South Boston that specializes in tacos, raw bar, and tequila.

Top review

Elisa

Dined on Feb 6, 2025

I love loco! The food came out fast and the service was great. Honestly 10/10

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4.7

4.7 (61)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Revere

About the restaurant

At VIVI’s Tapas Bar, we believe dining should be a shared experience that brings people together. Specializing in both traditional and inventive tapas, our curated menu of globally-inspired dishes has a little something for everyone. Our thoughtfully crafted menu pays homage to the renowned tapas tradition, offering a delightful fusion of classic Spanish flavors and innovative culinary creations. Whether you're enjoying a romantic date, catching up with friends, or celebrating a special occasion, VIVI's is the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories.

Top review

Rachel

Dined on Jan 17, 2025

We tried several tapas but the MONTADITO DE OXTAIL was absolutely delicious. The tapas arrived perfectly spaced out and the entire staff was very attentive. My only complaint was that random songs were louder than others which was a little annoying. Otherwise the vibes were great, decor made us feel like we were not in Boston and we really enjoyed all the food. We will be back!

Crudo

4.6

4.6 (515)

$30 and under

Sushi

North End

About the restaurant

A modern Japanese restaurant blending the art of sushi with modern local ingredients.

Top review

eva pia

Dined on Feb 28, 2025

the food was so good, i went withy best friend and we highly recommend !

Boqueria Seaport

4.6

4.6 (45)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Fort Point Channel

About the restaurant

An energetic Barcelona-style tapas restaurant and bar serving tapas all day, craft cocktails, Spanish wines, and late-night bar bites in the heart of Seaport.

Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, a memorable date, weekend brunch, and an intimate late-night scene hosted with Spanish hospitality!

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Olivia

Dined on Feb 16, 2025

The food was delicious. We got a blood orange sangria pitcher and about 2 plates per person (note- we shared them all) so 6-7 plates total, and the service was wonderful. It was my birthday and they were sweet to help celebrate. Would absolutely recommend!

Jake n JOES Sports Grille - Foxboro

4.5

4.5 (301)

$30 and under

American

Foxborough

About the restaurant

Welcome to Jake n JOES Sports Grille in Foxboro, located on Route 140 N off of RT 95 Exit 13 or RT 495 Exit 31 N 140.

Voted NBC10’s Boston's Best Sports Bar! We proudly serve a classic American Pub menu featuring Wings, Burgers, Seafood, Mac n Cheese, Appetizers and Featured Specials at reasonable prices with great service.

Jake n JOES is known for Hand-Crafted Cocktails, Craft Beer and Classic Cocktails to accompany our Weekday Menu Promotions…perfect for an after work gathering.

A large bar, lots of tables and large outdoor patio help to create a fun atmosphere with a great crowd. Guaranteeing a view from any seat to watch the game with our state-of- the- art HDTV’s and sound system. Never miss your favorite team as NFL Sunday Ticket and most of the major sporting events are always available. Jake n JOES, Always a Good Call!

Top review

ElleVIP

Dined on Jan 18, 2025

Our server, Maureen was hustling to get to all of her tables. She had a lot of patrons in her section and it seemed she was the only server in this large section. She was accommodating with my food allergies. She was also friendly and kept checking in on us, despite being so busy. Thank you Maureen!

Lifted Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (111)

$30 and under

American

South Boston

About the restaurant

Lifted is a refreshing, fifth-floor open-air urban oasis of contemporary food and cocktails. Aquatic rhythm and breezy days await you with sips, sun, and serenity.

Top review

Liz

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

Service was outstanding. Our family had a wonderful lunch. Thank you!

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