50 Best American Restaurants in Boston

“Asia Mei is easily one of the best Chefs in Boston. I've eaten here several times, but I can't believe that I haven't written a review before now! My husband and I had brunch at moonshine 152 last weekend and told friends about it. Next thing you know, the four of us were in there around noon time today having brunch again. We shared three starters, alongside sharing all four entrées and everything, I mean everything was to die for! Ms Asia herself delivered some of our plates and she is just as delightful as she is talented. Needless to say, dinner is amazing here as well. The vibe in the restaurant is so easy and you can tell that the staff get along very well together. What I can't believe is how this place wasn't fully packed today or last weekend even. Definitely a good amount of patrons, but I've had brunch at places that are hard to get into and left much less satisfied.“

“Lovely spot with spectacular views of the water. Beautifully designed interior. Delicious, creative food. Great service.“

“Dining in a cozy yurt surrounded by freshly fallen snow was fun winter experience for our family. Great ambiance, and the food and service were exceptional. Highly recommend for a unique and memorable outing!“

“Went to the Bell in Hand to have dinner with my son for his 21st birthday. The food was outstanding, the service was outstanding and atmosphere is unbeatable. Pretty amazing getting to have a brew and dinner in America’s oldest tavern“

“Piatti buoni e curati , cucina meditteranea ben interpretata“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“If you want a family atmosphere and to feel at home, eat here. They were incredibly kind and generous to our young family. They loved our kids and made their morning so special. We went home smiling and wishing we never left that atmosphere. Thank you so much!“

“This was sincerely our favorite activity while in Boston. Bonnie expertly guided us through the meal, and her attention to detail enhanced the experience. They can accommodate a variety of diets; the vegetarian option was absolutely delicious, and clearly well curated. Entire tea service was charming.“

“This place is fantastic. Took a work group of 7 there for dinner. The food - from the lamb ribs, lamb burger, and appetizers were fabulous. The service was also excellent - prompt, friendly and a great help with recommendations. This is not a fancy 5 star restaurant nor does it try to be. Casual atmosphere with outstanding food and service. Will be back!“

“Delicious and friendly place“

“The food at the Shy Bird in Fenway was absolutely delicious, especially the Chicken Dunks with the homemade sauce dips they were all so good we couldn't choose a favorite and the butternut soup was absolutely incredible, with its little kick of spice and sunflower seeds! Our server was top-notch,very attentive, friendly and made excellent recommendations. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, perfect for a special occasion. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the presentation was beautiful, and the staff was friendly and went above and beyond to ensure a great dining experience. We are looking forward to our visits this summer during the Red Sox games.“

“really nice spot. ❤️❤️❤️ to Alex. Great server! Wish you all the best. If you're ever in Northern NH...look us up in Milan/Gorham.“

“Great place for date night.“

“Second visit to this fine establishment brought both times by a local. Each of my visits have been memorable due to the fun quirky and lively crowd with delicious food and drink. The chef and the bartenders all deserve shoutouts. The whiskey sour was perfectly sharp and refreshing.“

“Super friendly and fast service right by the Garden“

“Fabulous food. Great coffee. What more can you ask for???“

“Fabulous atmosphere, great food and friendly colleagues.“

“Excellent food and brilliant staff. Turned a bad experience of being stranded due to a cancelled flight into a much brighter evening.“

“Had to visit as we were in Boston x“

“It’s da bomb. If you are ever in the area, don’t miss it ✌🏼♥️😎“

“Really solid tasting menu! I was full by course three, which isn’t a bad thing, but the portions could be balanced a bit better. I enjoyed the meal overall, some courses were great, though a few didn’t quite wow me as much as I expected. Still, interesting flavors and a good experience.“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“I got the sweet chili plate didn’t think the food would be that good from the photos on the app, let alone nice sauces would be served with it, decided to try for the low price of it when signing up, and I was pleasantly suprised. The food was filling, healthy, and had spices and herbs making it really tasty. Tofu was cooked well too“

“Excellent food , atmosphere and our waiter , Garrison went above and beyond to make our experience perfect ! Oysters and clam chowder were delicious!“

“We came here for Valentine’s Day and I can honestly say the overall experience couldn’t have been any better. Right when you walk in the host handed us a rose. We sat in the lounge and Sara took care of us. Not only did she deliver the perfect experience but she made a bad day turn into one of the best nights I’ve had in a while. It’s one thing to do your job and it’s another to take that extra step that isn’t required and that’s exactly what she did! From the looks of it, the tables around us were enjoying their time with her as much as we were. The restaurant itself is quite beautiful, someone definitely took their time creating the perfect design. We got the steak bites and cashew lettuce wraps, 10/10! I’ve gone in before and got the Mango Chicken which is another plate I can highly recommend. If you haven’t visited Moxies yet make sure you do!“

“Good food, nice friendly environment. Big bar!“

“Awesome experience for a little hole in the wall dive.“

“We arrived late to Boston and needed a place to grab a bite. Their kitchen was still open so we ordered some food and drinks. The food and drinks were delish. The atmosphere was fairly lively. It’s a small footprint so having a few groups of people in there made the atmosphere pretty loud. Not a bad thing, just a notable observation. Overall the Franklin Cafe fit our need with good late night food and drinks.“

“Had dinner at Lucy's while adventuring and it was hands down incredible! Everything was outstanding. The staff, the food, the environment, right down to the ice cold water and beer! 🤣 I will definetly be going again, because I wanted everything on the menu! Thank you Lucy's!“

“This place is a hidden gem. I love it. I've been there twice already after having come there for my first time two weeks ago. 100% I'll be there again. The horse-themed artwork & fox statues give the place an elegant "Old Money" vibe to it, which is neat.“

“Great Ports Bar in Boston Mass.“

“The burger wasn’t enormous, but it was VERY good. Every bite had a little bit of everything. The martini was premade, but I actually love that. I think it creates for a more consistent experience. The bartender was very attentive. I was there on a Friday around 6, but that didn’t stop him from chatting with me while making drinks.“

“Best brunch spot ever!!! Highly recommend!“

“We went here for dine out Boston. It was a great experience. The staff was very pleasant and we got to try an election for à la carte as well. It wasn’t very crowded and it was nice being able to see the kitchen in action.
We had the bao buns, tuna crudo, bisque and salad for apps. The buns could have had more pork but there were three of them and taste great. The crudo was the breakout star of the apps. Both the salad and bisque were refreshing.
We all got the chicken for appetizer and it was simply superb. The puree and Brussel stouts paired really well with how the chicken breast was cooked.
For dessert we got the chocolate molten cake and blood orange creme burlee. The creme burlee was divine but didn’t go extremely well with the paired crumble and ice cream. The cake on the other hand oozed on the plate and pairs well with the tart strawberry crumble and coffee ice cream. Overall a great dinning experience.
We also got drinks. The white lies was something special at click. Never had a drink like that. Will order again“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely delicious. The jalapeño grits were incredible — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced — and the specialty drinks were creative and expertly made. Every dish was thoughtful and satisfying. A must-visit for great food and drinks. 🍸✨“

“Great experience, amazing service, and even better food“

“Lovvvved it! Water views make all the difference! Food & drinks GREAT.. but our server Alexa… Was EVERYTHING!“

“Highly recommend this place. Tried the Breakfast Sandwich and Cuban sandwich they are delicious Sonsie also has a very good selection of drinks from best cappuccino. Our server Mateo was very professional and attentive. Manager GP and Dawn also visited us. They are friendly and they enhance our very best dining experience. Thank you Sonsie We will return.“

“Words don’t accurately describe the best chowder I’ve ever had. And doing so in a cozy dockside spot by a window overlooking a snowy bay and pier. You’ll have to experience it yourself, and do so frequently!“

“Stopped in on a Thursday night with the family, no reservations, and waited about 35 minutes for a table. Totally worth it.

We ordered two pizzas, the burrata salad, and a charcuterie board, and everything hit the mark. The pizzas were perfectly cooked, great crust and flavor, the burrata was fresh and creamy, and the charcuterie board was exactly what you’d hope for—quality meats and cheeses done right.

Food came out quick, service was friendly and efficient, and the overall vibe was casual but lively.

Bottom line: food was mad good, everyone left happy, and I’d absolutely come back.“

“Boston’s best kept secret! Great food and even better staff“

“food is fresh and good!!!!“

“This morning, I went to Society restaurant inside the Westin for breakfast. I had the best experience one could ever wish for. Mya was my server. Her kindness and attention was infectious and tear jerking after a not so great experience. \nAfter a long day of flying and not having time to get a meal, we checked in around midnight.\nOur pilot requested our complementary sandwich boxes for crew that arrived after 11 PM. The front desk agent Nunzio said there was no food, they forgot to make them. We asked if he could check to see if there was at least fruit. In the most dismissive manner he could muster, he said NO. The manager did come out and mention that he could at least offer complementary breakfast vouchers. Our captain asked if we could have lunch vouchers instead because we don’t get up that early when we arrive really late. The manager said breakfast is all that he has approvals for. Understood.Then he went back to his office. Nunzio was still with us at the front desk, unwilling to answer any more questions about other options. I went to my room, dropped off my luggage and decided to call and get more information about the breakfast option, how to get it covered, times etc. Nunzio then said “well you guys walked away” and he hung up the phone on me. \nI put my clothes back on and went downstairs and I let him know that I understood this must be frustrating for him and we all work with customers but there’s no reason to be unkind. I tried pulling a bit of reasoning out of him, no luck, he was staunch and upset that he had to deal with anything at all. He gave me the breakfast voucher, and I went back to my room. \n\nWell Mya and the staff in the Sauciety greeted me with beautiful smiles, kindness and were complete BRAND AMBASSADORS for their restaurant and the Westin! I explained that we were the late crew and our food was forgotten last night, she went into service mode! She got me juice, coffee, and a omelette. She was so happy to make sure was taken care of. Mya’s nurturing and caring spirit over shadowed the entire experience from the night before. I asked about the other staff members as they were all so kind and so present as I watched other people come in. Johnny was in charge of the beautiful buffet. Everything was clean and the buffet was well displayed. Keon was the assistant server and presented as if he were leading the shift too:) I enjoyed the entire staff. I was very grateful as we all do the same kind of work/service just like I do on the plane. Kindness always wins. Hope to see their lovely manager Sandra and everyone again soon. Mya and Sauciety gave me the best experience ever!“

“Beacon Bistro is not only about the view. We enjoyed two delicious dinners, Beef Tenderloin and Scallops. The staff was friendly and accommodating especially our server, Diego, who was outstanding. The room was filled with positive energy. We highly recommend this place!“

“Awesome dinner! Felt a bit rushed by the waiter however the food made up for it!“

“We went on a Sunday afternoon for a late lunch. There were so many options to choose from but my husband decided on a pizza from Lala’s Neapolitan-ish Pizza. The size of pizza for the price is good. I got the Cheesy Ramen from Ms. Clucks Deluxe. It was delicious!! My husband saw their chicken sandwich and already decided what he will be getting next time we go and we don't even live in the state (lol). It wasn't crowded at all at the time we went in. There were plenty of open seats (both bar top height and regular height tables). We can't wait to go back.“

“Good service. Cool atmosphere.“

“The wait staff is incredibly friendly. We heard the onion rings were heavenly. We were not disappointed. However the salad we ordered and shared was one of the best salads I have ever tasted. I think it was the Hot Cold Chicken Salad. Absolutely delicious! After 10 pm the sandwiches are half price and they all looked delicious too!!“

“Love love love this place. They play great music that always has me tapping my foot. Their menu is fun, different and very tasty. Staff is very friendly.“

“Owner influenced exceptional warm friendly atmosphere with pleasant service and neighborhood charm. Excellent pastries highlighted by out of universe blueberry muffins (that go fast). Good food constantly attended to by owner. Feel good place.“