Restaurants in Allston

“Nice atmosphere and great staff. Decided to try the signature mac & cheese with short rib but was disappointed. The mac*cheese was way too soupy for my taste and the short rib, while flavorful was overcooked and not tender.”

“The food is excellent and the staff are extremely friendly. My favorite dish is the Isshindo ramen - the broth, noodles, egg and pork are delicious - you can’t go wrong ordering this! I highly recommend giving this place a try :)”

“I really love super 88 food connection, it's a staple place food is delicious only four vendors left but food is good customer service 👍. Is great we need to support this place more. Thank you nd u have super 88 supermarket for your other goodies. Hopefully they will bring more vendors here. Court is quite nd you can enjoy your food.”

“Decided to walk through Allston on a grody, misty afternoon and look for some food. Walked in by chance and at my SO’s insistence that we give it a look. I loved everything about the aesthetic, and enjoyed the soft music playing in the background. Being able to choose the ingredients I wanted - knowing they were organic and that they looked more than delicious raw...that was the absolute best part. The gentleman at the front was supremely helpful and answered any question thrown at him - by anyone in the shop. The price was more than worth the amount of food received, and the care extended to us as guests was wonderful. I absolutely would recommend anyone to give this a try. Don’t hesitate to ask a question, you will definitely get an answer. :)”

“Another wonderful family lunch today! Thank you Chris and the Carlo’s Cucina family. My second visit in three weeks. We’ll definitely be back! My new favorite dining spot on my visits to Allston, from the Cape. 👍🍽️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mark N.”

“For spicy lovers, Gamjatang and Shrimp Papaya Salad are recommended! Must try!!!”

“Ate at the new location in Allston last night with a friend and the food there was amazing! Excellent fresh bread, lentil soup, and wrap. Service was generally good with a few hiccups.”

“Spontaneously chose place after my graduation. First time being here. Party of 10 and we all enjoy ourselves, and the food. Our servers were friendly and organized. Definitely a place reserved for celebrations, our bill was over $600.

Side note: if they had a buffet style, One Price all you can eat, it would be realistic to come here more often. I like a balance between quality and practicality. The quality was good, but not practical on a consistent basis due to the high (accumulative) prices. Everything is priced individualy and separately, including the broth. This can add up quickly. Hope this helps!”

“Garlic noodles!!!!!!!!!!!!”

“I believe the owner or the manager is the sweetest person! Offer hair ties and aprons, the broth (mala especially is legit) and so so tasty! All the meats are amazing and loved that it was 20% off after 10p”

“My go to Indian takeout spot. Food is delicious and they make it extremely fast. Whenever I go pick up, all the staff are incredibly kind and welcoming. Note that this isn’t a sit down place, but highly highly recommend for takeout!”

“The food was very authentic and everything we ordered was really, really tasty! The staff and owner were so kind and even treated us to their milk tea which was also really good! The service was also very fast and we highly recommend!!!”

“This is honestly my favorite place! The two owners are always so kind and welcoming, and they make every visit feel special. The food is absolutely delicious, the portions are generous, and everything is always fresh and clean. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get.

I truly hope the two owners stay here for many, many years because this place has become my go-to spot. Highly recommend! ❤️”

“Delicious authentic food, very friendly staff. Def worth it!”

“I usually like the food here but the service is usually terrible. I think if they improved their service, the restaurant would be somewhere I’d like to return to. This was my third or fourth time but this last experience made me not want to come back. 😔

The food taste/quality also wasn’t as good as I hoped. Mandoo ttuk guk didn’t have enough mandoo and too much ttuk - they should also bring a burner so the guk stays hot.

I think the waitress got mad bc I asked her to switch out a combo item for bulgogi which cost less than galbi - I was confused about why they wouldn’t want to do that.”

“100% recommend! So good and a cute little place to eat at as well. Drinks are good and the donuts are unlike anything else I’ve ever had!!!”

“I'm glad I gave Hopewell another chance - the outdoor dining is so nice! I had a poor experience here years ago so was hesitant to return, but gave the outdoor dining a shot and was pleasantly surprised!

The chicken sandwich was banging, chip dip is awesome. Good cocktails. Not terribly priced either. I'll def be back - glad we have at least two solid outdoor options on Comm ave for the summer.”

“We are the Harvard Korean Association (HKA), a group of undergraduate Korean-American students at Harvard. For one of our major events involving Korean-Americans across the school, Seoul Topokki was our catering of choice. 사장님 was so kind and helpful in supporting us and the food was of course so delicious. A lot of the students rated this some of the best Korean food they’ve had in the area, and many of us hadn’t had such good authentic Korean food since leaving home. Seoul Topokki remains our students’ favorite food places and we are so happy we spent all our food budget here!! Thank you Seoul Topokki!”

“Pretty good pizza with many options for slices as well as takeout. Lots of sides and options other than pizza.

Friendly and patient staff. Service was fast and would 100% visit again!

Two tables inside that seat 3 each. You'll probably do takeout here.

Parking can be tough. No restrooms that we saw.”

“I’ve been going to Charlie’s for years with my wife and it is our number one neighborhood go to. Charlie is the best, undefeated customer service and he takes the time to know many of his guests. The food is great with a huge variety 5/5 ! Would recommend”

“Blue Sakura Shabu All You Can Eat is a lively hot pot spot in Allston offering an AYCE experience with a wide selection of meats, seafood, vegetables, and sides. It’s a popular choice for group dinners, especially with friends or classmates looking for a filling meal.

The space is modern and energetic, with individual burners built into each table for a more personal hot pot experience. It can get busy during dinner hours and weekends, but the atmosphere adds to the fun, social feel of the meal. Service is generally attentive, with staff bringing out orders steadily and checking in to swap out broths or refill items when needed.

The menu offers a good variety of thinly sliced beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and classic hot pot additions like fish balls, tofu, mushrooms, and leafy greens. The meat quality is solid for AYCE, and portions come out quickly enough to keep the meal moving. Broth options range from lighter house broths to spicier selections, allowing you to customize the experience. While it may not be the most premium hot pot in the area, the value is strong for the price point and the unlimited format makes it easy to try a bit of everything.

Overall, Blue Sakura is a reliable AYCE hot pot destination in Allston, great for casual group outings, celebrations, or when you’re just really craving a big, comforting meal.”

“Generous portions for cheap! They give a lot of rice which fills you up, but a decent portion of main dish (I got pork and tofu). The main dishes are a bit oily, but they taste very good. The pork had a decent amount of lean meat as well as fatty, which is good. I wish the tofu had a little more taste, but it was still good. Food came very quickly. The soup it came with was too salty though, tasted like salt water. Everything here was around $12 which is a good deal! Recommend for a quick but filling meal.”

“Their food is awesome.
And I have to give a big shoutout to the front desk auntie (possibly owner), so the other day we dined in, and I left my Thai milk tea unintentionally.
Five minutes later I tried to retrieve it, she quickly admitted that she trashed it and offered us a new one in a few minutes.
Amazing service and amazing lady!”

“Great atmosphere, friendly service, and AMAZING food. We drove an hour to try it, and are already making excuses to come back to try the delicious sounding brunch menu.”

“is the best ever ice crem a had in my life”

“I ordered two times from their catering menu to feed a crew of about 12-18 people and they were perfect! They were eager to accommodate dietary restrictions, provide utensils, and work around our schedule. The food was great and fed all of us well with leftovers (about 3 trays easily feeds 15+ people with extra.) Everyone loved the food and their great prices helped me stay on budget!”

“Great experience this afternoon. Sat outside and the service was great. The food was delicious! We had a flat bread and two pita wrapped sandwiches. The freshly made pita bread is delicious! Looking forward to going back!”

“1st time. It was great. Good food!!!! Well packaged. Driver was so polite. I will order again from them ❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“This has to be my top 2 ramen shops! The broth was so rich yet not too salty, perfect balance. The ramen noodles are perfectly chewy.

I also loved their appetizers! Best of all, they have an app so I can rack up points for perks! Students can even get up to 20% off!

The service was excellent and ambiance minimalist and clean.”

“I order the 6 choice vegetarian mala pot for pick up and I got enough for 3 separate meals! Very happy with the price (about $13) and quality and quantity of food. Tofu and noodles were part of the 6 and this was very filling.”

“A gem of a Korean restaurant. Absolutely delicious food, generous portions with fresh ingredients. The food is ready in a very short time. Also great for take out when you don't want to cook. Perillas has become my husband's go to and favorite meal. We are very grateful for such high quality food in our neighborhood.”

“I ordered the Beef Noodle Soup. Very generous portions, good prices, and delicious broth. Minus one star only because the beef was a bit dry, I would have preferred a slightly fattier cut if possible. Other than that, absolutely delicious and would definitely come again. Photo of menu attached taken on 6/29/24.”

“Coffee Turco has great coffee with rich, authentic flavor and a cozy atmosphere. The pastries and snacks are a nice bonus, and the service is warm and welcoming. A wonderful place to relax or catch up with friends. Just a little room for improvement, but overall a very enjoyable spot!”

“Second time reviewing this spot, it was even better than before. We eat a lot of Chinese food in the area and it’s rare that I enjoy each individual dish that we order, so much. My wife and I firmly believe the cauliflower is the best we’ve ever had. Specifically impressed with all the seafood and vegetable preparations but everything is excellent and presented so nicely. The food is not too heavy either, so even when eating heartily you won’t leave feeling too stuffed. Can’t wait to return.

As a side note, the staff were very sweet and accommodating to our three month old who joined us.”

“Their unique Hand-pulled Ginger Chicken is delicious, authentic, and no where to be found in Boston. For the many times I’ve been here, I’ve never had any issues with the service. The servers here all have better attitude and attentiveness than the traditional Chinese restaurants that serve authentic Chinese food.

I understand that some people may find their food to be bland, as this is a Hong Kong-style eatery. Hong Kong is not a city known for spicy salty food. In fact, established as an international trading port of the Canton province, the city’s cuisine should reflect the Cantonese culture that values health and the original taste of food.

I must applaud the owner of this restaurant for their courage and integrity. During a time when spicy Szechuan food seems like the favorite child in town, this restaurant holds its ground and keeps cooking Hong Kong-style food like how they should be.

I’d encourage everyone to forgo the typical expectation for Chinese food like “wok” and give this place a try. In a sense, Baby Cafe can be a particularly non-Chinese friendly restaurant as it presents non-spicy options that are still delicious and authentic.”

“The food is great relative to many Chinese restaurants in the area. The chefs cook very quickly and flavorfully. Price-wise, you can eat a lot for your dollar. And the portions turn into take-home for days. I hope I see this place bustling full some day.”

“Humble interior compare to the delicious foods here. Reasonable price based on its dish portion. Authentic Cantonese dishes, well cooked. It majorly attracts the students from nearby colleges.”

“We have been ordering beans from Wolf and the gang for a couple of months now. the coffee is amazing and the customer service is top-notch - no matter how many times my wife picks the wrong delivery schedule! She suggested I write that.”

“This Dunkin is THE BEST!! The coffee is always spot on, food always warm, and the staff are unbelievably helpful and kind. Thank you for saving my crappy mornings!!”

“Returned for a second visit — my friend’s favorite for a reason. The chicken kebab was excellent, and the atmosphere makes it perfect for an easy, relaxed catch-up!”

“They have pretty good tea. It’s fragrant and has good smokiness to it. Though they are very busy, I would come back again! Also, maybe it’s worth to order from their app and pick up when it’s ready cz they are very busy.”

“Really clean. My friend comes here very often, she’s a super picky eater. She said that the frog leg tastes different than how it usually is, the owner overheard and offered to make a new dish for us. Super nice employees and service. Their soy milk is made from home as well(free to drink and refill). Overall really nice experience. It’s my first time eating here.”

“I love that this is one of the few remaining Starbucks in Boston with the true coffee shop vibes like they used to have, even one of the last in the US! Lots of people drinking out of real mugs, getting coffee & tea refills, lounging, and listening to the great playlist. It’s really nostalgic and well-maintained. And my drink is always made well here.

I go out of my way to go to this Starbucks for all the reasons. But finally decided to write a review bc today the manager (i believe?) was just kicking butt and hustling but also bantering with all the other baristas. She was so lovely and contributing to the great atmosphere at this location!”

“if you want 2 see real action live only at that Dunkin u will”