Restaurants in Brighton

“Food with something that speaks to your soul”

“Went only once last night so don't want to knock any stars. But, my biggest suggestion is that please include pictures of sake bottles (even just labels) next to the title on your online menu. Right now, it's paragraphs after paragraphs of many many sakes. I got analysis paralysis after a few seconds.”

“I am Thai and I highly recommend trying the Yum Salmon if you enjoy seafood with explosive flavor sauce/dressing instead of plain wasabi, and don’t miss out on the papaya salad for a wonderful balance of flavors. Pair it all with the pandan leaf drink for a complete experience!”

“First time at Cityside last night and it was great! The Nachos were so good I wish we had gotten a large, the buffalo wings had a nice crisp to them which made them amazing. For entrees I had the fish tacos which were good but not all that and my fiancé had the cheesesteaks which can’t be compared to cheesesteaks on the North shore but still good. The drinks were good but pretty pricey. My fiancé liked every drunk he got besides the Mai Tai. It was super nice being on the roof top which made the entire night 💕 I definitely would recommend.”

“Great Food , Good atmosphere”

“I had the hand pulled noodles with beef. I wish I took a picture but I was so excited to devour it that it slipped my mind. The beef was cooked incredibly tender and the flavor was on point. The sauce had that indescribable nostalgic scent of home cooked Chinese food. The noodles you could tell were actually hand pulled. Some thicker, some thinner, but all delicious. Perfect texture and complemented the beef very well. I’ll be back with friends”

“Everytime we are in the area, Pino's is our go to. Even if we go out to another restaurant, we get a Pino's Pizza to take home. The best pizza around.”

“Best place,great food.Highly recommend 🥰🥰🥰🥰”

“I love StockYard. We haven't been in a long time as we moved faraway. Now, after 10 years we came back and it was like we never stopped coming to eat here. The food was super delicious. The NY Sirloin, and the tenderness of the Fille Minog was extraordinary. Outstanding customer service. The drinks were superb. And the complimentary chocolate cake with ice cream for Father's day was out of this world. Thank you.”

“The food was amazing!!! Their mango sticky rice is so good!!! They had a hot pot style spicy options !!! Amazing atmosphere! Would definitely go again just for the mango sticky rice!!”

“We were here on a cold night. It's a beautiful family run restaurant. We absolutely loved the atmosphere and food is delicious and most authentic in town. Their ingredients are FRESH and just in the right balance. We loved the hostess who is a very kind and humble person. She treats you like a family member and is so friendly and welcoming. This is our go to place for comfort and nourishing food ❤️🙏”

“Good for friends get together. Be sure to get there early - no reservations and always a line”

“Amazing food and staff. Mi primera vez y no sera la ultima. Muchas gracias por su gran atencion y ambiente super agradable y seguro. La musica en vivo es un super + excelente el Grupo El Grupo Chevere. Me encanto el Ceviche peruano, el Expresso Martini super rico.”

“The best pizza and sandwich’s around delicious 😋 best customer service when you have an issue with door dash thank so much harry for lunch 🥰”

“Clean, bright , sunny shop. Polite , efficient staff.Wide variety of snacks (jerky to baklava)Small amount of odd stuff (tiny bottles of herbal tonic ).Standard cold beef, tuna, chicken turkey sandwiches with maybe a veggie option.No ham, but no halal or kosher marks”

“Rose matcha latte with almond milk was creamy and floral. Loved it. The aesthetics of this cafe is so nice and a great place to work remotely or study. Few seating with a few plugs and free wifi. There is parking on the streets in front of the cafe that is free for 2 hours on weekdays.”

“Vaisakhi is the breath of fresh air that the restaurant scene in this little corner of Brighton and all of Cleveland Circle needs. Finally a sit down, casual Indian place that's reasonably priced and doesn't require half an hour each way on the T to get to! Even on their first day open, their food is better than several of the Indian restaurants in the Boston area that I've eaten at. Tucked away across from the Sutherland Road T stop, you can follow your nose to the doorstep of the restaurant. The interior tastefully restrained, bright colors and some simple paintings above the booths. The space is small, but not cramped and the booth seating at least was very comfortable. The three gentlemen who own/run the front of the house are eager to please. We were seated right away and given water and menus. The menu is comprehensive without being too large and confusing. The vegetarian, and meat sections are both equally sized, so there's plenty of options for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. My wife and I started out with the vegetable pakoras. These little fritters of batter and veggies were served hot, with a little bit of salty spice powder and dipping sauces. The crunchy shell pairs nicely with the soft veggies inside and tastes amazing when you put a bit of the red onion chutney on it. For our main course we ordered the saag paneer and the dal makhani, two of our favorite vegetarian dishes in Indian cuisine. The dal makhani was subtle, not overly spiced and not overly rich like many I've had. The lentils weren't rock hard or cooked into mush. The star of the show was definitely the saag paneer though. The saag was so wonderfully rich and smooth and spiced perfectly, and the paneer was the perfect texture, not too soft and mushy and now dry and crumbly. We decided to leave room for some desert and tried both the gulab jamun and the kheer. The kheer was a bit under seasoned for my taste, not enough rose water or cardamom and a bit on this thin side, but it served as a nice palate cleanser. The gulab jamun was excellent, the syrup not too sweet or floral and the balls had a nice subtle flavor to them as well. I'm lucky enough to live right around the corner from Vaisakhi, but I would gladly travel a lot further for this food.”

“EDIT: Super excited for them to move across the courtyard to their larger space! Looking forward to the reopening.
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My dog is named Matcha. I go nuts for the seasonal matcha drinks here.

Vibes are immaculate.

Enjoy your chill visit.”

“Really enjoyed my experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. The fried chicken was crispy and well-seasoned, and the pizza was just as good. The staff were friendly and made everything smooth. The place has a nice, relaxed vibe too. Definitely coming back!”

“Came here with my dad and brother, all three of us love the food we ordered and the staff are super friendly too. Definitely will visit again!”

“Excellent tapas in a quaint setting”

“Best butterbeer latte in the world!”

“Best açaí bowl I’ve ever had ! I was craving one after a medical appointment in the area, found this cafe by chance- will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu.”

“The minute you walk in your senses come alive... your sight with just enough lighting, you can see it’s a charming place you can see the smiles on the patrons faces, you can hear the laughter among the co workers with customers and themselves..the smell of the food is exhilarating... the drinks are amazing, my overall experience, well let’s just say I cannot wait to go back with friends an experience it all over again..”

“High quality of food and service”

“Not only is Notch beer delicious and dedicated to putting out European styles you can’t get anywhere else, but their vibe is unmatched. They are dedicated to our community and hosting amazing events. Notch is a true value add to the Brighton community. Can’t recommend enough.”

“Excellent local breakfast joint with solid coffee and prices that can't be beat. A great location for breakfast, brunch, a good omlette or breakfast sandwich for under $4. Great neighborhood staple. Very handi-avcessible, and nice owners.”

“Great food and ambience, service was a little slow”

“The coffee is fresh, smooth, and strong! Kind encounter with cashier. Calm atmosphere. Amazing pistachio cake and I don't like pistachio at all. Very flavorful but lite, not drowned in sugar. Simply delightful. I will be back!”

“Great service and drinks and food are amazing lots of tvs for when games start back up”

“Great bang for your buck sushi that tastes great. The 3 rolls deal with cash only is awesome. For this price, you really can’t beat it anywhere else. Highly recommended if you need a quick sushi fix that’s not grocery store sushi.”

“Best coffe joint in allston-brighton area. Great staff, recently renovated with spacious seating featuring hand-painted tables by famous local artist, Jordan Piantedosi. Excellent pastries, bagels, fresh food, cold brew, seasonal beverages. Restrooms and ample parking. Gets pretty busy weekend mornings. Good brunch spot or for work/meetings. Never too loud. Enjoy!”

“The food is super fresh! I had the “The dirty monkey” smoothie…..the same! Fresh and delicious. Definitely a must try!”

“Nice place, good food and good price but the wait staff should be more friendly.”

“5 star pizza I love the subs and the fingers”

“Very clean and comfortable restaurant for families. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff treated us kindly. The kids enjoyed the food, and we will definitely come back again.”

“the food was delicious I had a large ham and cheese and my friend had a large meatball sub guys behind the two guys behind the counter were very friendly we had never been there before but we will be returning I rate it five star”

“Yummy yum yum, sooo good. My younger sister advised they I try this place and let me tell you it did not disappoint. They let me try the chicken and steak on my first visit. I decided to go with the steak and make a bowl. It was sooo good, I ended up going back the next day for another bowl.”

“Someone referred me to this restaurant and every time I’ve eaten here the food is delicious.Alfredo, the owner is extremely nice and hospitable They also have an amazing menu with some unusual recipes”

“I had such a lovely experience here. I had tiramisu with black raspberry Oreo ice cream and a matcha latte. Everything was amazing. The tiramisu was perfectly soft and creamy without being too heavy, and the ice cream had such a rich, unique flavor.
They even gave me a beautiful red carnation for Women’s Day, which made the whole experience feel extra special 🌺🌸 I’ll definitely be back!”

“I ordered a large latte but only about like more than half of the cup was filled. It was kind of a bummer but the coffee was still nice and for a coffee place inside a grocery store it was good. I would still walk a little further to a real coffee shop next time but since it was snowing this did the trick.”

“We ordered delivery. Everything was so fresh and delicious! Especially loved the cucumber avocado sushi and the vegetable gyoza.”

“Food, drinks & vibes are always above & beyond! Had a newer bartender tonight Andy who was absolutely fantastic & of course Steven & Kara are always great. Definitely recommend!”

“We enjoyed the tea very much when we sampled it at today’s YMCA Oaktoberfest 5K. The kids loved the bubbles at the bottom. The kids like their promotional fans too.”

“Hands down the BEST SUB EVER! They are so generous with the filling and sauces. Never thought a sub could taste this good! And it's not a One time thing, they are super consistent with their efforts!”

“Wok & talks food is so fresh and delicious! People there are nice and very helpful!”

“This is a good Starbucks. Nice staff here. It would be good if there was more sitting space in the upholstered chairs as there are in the corner. But they only have so much space.”

“Feels weird to give a Dunkin location a google review 😆 But, this one deserves it. They are open at 5am every day and are one of the ONLY DD locations ever that never messes up orders. It’s also surprisingly nice inside! I can personally say of hundreds of Dunkies this is the best location I’ve ever been to, and I’m grateful to have it close to home.”

“If you’re seeking top-notch pizza with a personal touch, look no further than Pizza Etc. With the new owner at the helm, you’re guaranteed not only a delicious pizza but a warm welcome and dining experience you won’t soon forget.”

“This place is a to-go for AYCE sushi & have been there several times with friends. Love their Star & dragon rolls! Sashimi pieces are relatively smaller, but overall decent.”