“First visit today, although we live somewhat in the neighborhood and I am already kicking myself for not having got here sooner. Red tabbouleh spicing was very punchy and vivid. Allspice in the stuffed grape leaves make them worth coming back for, not something I think I've ever said about stuffed grape leaves before. Most unforgettable was the red lentil soup with its soft rich velvety texture over two or three layers of different delicious flavors. Great first impression, can't wait to go back, solid A leaning toward A+.“
“Terrie catered our corporate function that we have on a chartered boat out of Plymouth harbor. This is her second time catering this event. This past week terrie and her team blew the party out of the water (no pun intended). She was able to carefully serve meals to our 100 guests. Emphasis on carefully as the boat was rocking in big wake over 40 miles out of harbor. She had a couple delicious options for our guests - lobster, steamer and shellfish or chicken, hot dogs and coleslaw. Everything was delicious and all the guests were very pleased. I recommend her time and again for corporate functions, family get togethers, weddings and anniversaries, and anything in between where delicious food and attentive staff is needed. Thank you Terrie!“
“Love this place! The chicken pesto Panini is my absolute go-to—it's so flavorful and satisfying. The customer service here is top-notch too. The owner is super friendly, always greets me by name, and makes me feel right at home. It's those personal touches that keep me coming back for more!“
“We honestly didn't know what to expect with the Four Handed Illusionist Show, however, it was beyond our expectations.The comedy mixed with the magic and illusions was so exciting. We were there for my brother's birthday. We were greeted by a wonderful hostess named Rachel and the unbelievable top notch customer service from the barmaid's Alyssa and Bau. All three of those ladies were amazing and I love to bump into them again. Rachel was super accommodating and always had a smile.The barmaid's had wonderful drink suggestions, smiles, customer service and told us how much we would enjoy the show.Well, the main attraction was the 2 gentlemen that put on an unbelievable show. I remember magic since I was little and you don't see that anymore. I would come back to the see the show with other friends or family members again and again.I love that it was required to dress up because when you look good, you feel good and what else was nice...It was a very intimate show that was super interactive with the audience. You were never put on the spot, you were always part of the show. If you haven't seen it get yourself a few tickets and go“
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“This place is fantastic. We’ve been dinning at the Wellesley’s store for about one year now and have no complaints. Staff is super professional and amicable. Chef Luke makes me drive all the way from Quincy to Wellesley for a cup of coffee now that the job is over. I’d give 10 stars if I could. Food is terrific“
“We have used La Bonne Maison twice. The first was for our wedding in 2016 and our guests raved about the food. Even our DJ said it was the best wedding meal he had ever eaten. The second time was for my graduation party following my master's degree in 2023. Same thing! Even the presentation for a backyard picnic meal felt special. La Bonne Maison delivered real ceramic serving dishes and elevated the whole affair. And their food is just SO GOOD. Their menus are not ordinary but not froufrou either. They are intelligently designed with your input and perfectly executed. For any special occasion, La Bonne Maison will make sure your menu meets your expectations -- and be delicious!!“
“I've been meaning to write this review for sometime, because Lisa and her staff absolutely deserve their flowers. We have used Tex's BBQ express for our annual staff cookouts for years. When we send out the invitation one of the first questions that are asked is "are we getting food from Tex's?" The staff are so polite, accommodating, and easy to work with. I am excited to use them each year for annual outings, but their food is so delicious and they make me want to host parties of my own with them on the grill. CANNOT recommend highly enough“
“Amazing deli sandwiches, but glad we got here early as the lines form for lunch super quick. The person who I was with and I both had pastrami sandwiches with half sour pickles. I couldn't believe how quiet the restaurant was. We were able to find a seat no problem and our sandwiches came out about 5-6 minutes after we ordered it. When I say that the pastrami melted in your mouth, it was just so flavorful and juicy. Where we live, we don't have places like this, so this was definitely a treat.“
“The food there was amazing and the person at the cashier who served us was WONDERFUL! He came back to check on us often, he was VERY friendly, and we had a really nice talk. Would definitely come again, huge thank you to him, and indubitably this restaurant should get more than 5 stars.“
“Love this shop so much! we have had multiple cakes made here for special occasions so we decided to put in a special request for my baby shower and they definitely came threw!! it wasn't only beautiful but also delicious and made with love, thank you so much!!“
“Visited this place on a sunday and was not disappointed! It runs like a well oiled machine. We got hot lobster rolls and the chowder. It was wonderful. The owner came out and made sure our sandwiches were on point, replacing one (fried fish) that was a little bit overcooked. He came back multiple times to make sure we all loved our food. This is a guy that really cares about his place. Definitely go here if you are visiting. Five stars definitely“
“We were so happy to have Maria's Catering cook all the great food for our Son and his new Wife's Wedding Reception Dinner! My Mother & Father had them cater many dinners and lots of our family members did also. They have catered at Son's of Italy for many years where we had the reception and they came highly recommended! I see why now. My son had his reception the weekend before Thanksgiving and even though Maria's Catering had back to back parties that weekend they still catered for us too! She also explained everything very well when I called with any questions! Everybody loved the food! My husband and I would recommend Maria's Catering to all for wedding receptions and any parties and wish them a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!“
“The best pizzagaina around! We make sure to pick one up for every Easter for the last several years. It’s one of our favorite parts of the weekend and the whole family expects it from La Cascia’s now. They sell by the half and whole but trust me you need the whole pie!!!“
“We loved working with Julian and his team for our summer 2023 wedding! We were excited to serve paella because the bride's late grandfather was known for making celebratory paellas for large events, and this felt like a good way to remember him on the big day. Julian honored that sentiment and then some!Julian was very helpful and friendly throughout the process. He helped us understand what was possible with our budget, and he helped us make selections when it came to our table settings. He was friendly and easy to work with throughout the whole process, and he had everything handled when our wedding venue coordinator left her job and someone less familiar with the venue took over.On the day of, Julian and his team were on it! The cocktail hour spread and food were both amazing, and Julian made up plates and had waters ready for the bride and groom right after the ceremony, so we had plenty to snack on while we were having our couple's portraits done. He and his team were cooking up a show, and even let the ring bearer mix some of the paella, which our family got a real kick out of! He also took candid photos throughout the day, which felt like an added bonus. Even now, six months out from the wedding, people are still commenting about how amazing the food was. Our family is trying to come up with other occasions big enough that we could hire Julian again! We wholeheartedly recommend Julian and his team to anyone looking for amazing food.“
“I order Basil Tree for my office and every bite we rave about how fresh everything is. The salad, pad thai and sandwiches are our go to. Customer support in ordering and delivery personal are top quality and very communicative at every step.Highly recommend Basil tree for any of your catering needs.“
“Clean, well organized corner grocery store and deli. Friendly and well staffed. The store is small, but not tiny. With that in mind they can't stock everything, however, all the basics are there and fresh with a few unique items. I appreciated being asked if I needed help a few times on my 10 minute visit. Keep up the friendly customer service!“
“Adele and her team made delicious food and tea for our bridal tea party! Donna stayed to make sure everything was refilled and available during the party and was so helpful and kind. Vintage Tea made my hostess job easy! Would recommend again and again!“
“If you are looking for a place that prepares fresh, delicious food it's Virginia's Fine Foods! They offer take out during this pandemic time. Arda and her family donated meals for our entire staff at the Armenian Nursing & Rehab Center! What a treat it was and so very much appreciated. The chicken was so tender with nice spices served over a vegetable rice accompanied by a super crisp fresh salad with delish balsamic dressing! Also so many choices of sparkling waters! It was all individually packaged, boxed and organized for easy no contact access for the staff. She also was wonderful at communicating with me on the menu and delivery. I can imagine with her level of professionalism it would be a breeze to work with her on any kind of catering event. All we can say is thank you Arda! Your kindness, generosity and delicious food is truly appreciated, especially by our hard-working staff. I cannot wait for the day that I can come to your restaurant to meet you and thank you in person. Oh and also try more of your food! Breakfasts, specialty sandwiches, appetizers, hot and cold entrees...!“
“The Serranito sandwich is the best deli sandwich I’ve ever had. We were in Boston for 3 days with a full food itinerary, stopped in here on day one and had to come back a second time before we left. The sandwiches are big, easy to split between two people. Freshly sliced ham, incredible cheese, crispy toasted bread, garlic aioli…this is our favorite place we ate in Boston. A must eat!!!“
“I reached out to Mai and her team SUPER LAST MINUTE to create an 'elevated tropical' themed space/backdrop for a virtual event in our office in the Seaport. Mai circled the wagons on her team quickly and they were committed to help make the event a success. Mai is SUPER professional, prompt, imaginative, and truly a delight to work with. The room came out great, they stayed within our budget and we were so happy with the result. I would use Mai and her team at BG Concepts again in a heartbeat!“
“Came in for a quick dessert since I saw they had churros on the menu! I thought it was a good deal ($4.5 for two). It came with a sauce and they were filled with a sweet cream. Will definitely come back to try their other food. Seemed like a nice family-run local business!“
“The perfect ending to the perfect wedding. We had Frosty come towards the end of my son's wedding reception as a surprise to everyone. After a fun night of eating, drinking and dancing it was the perfect ending. What fun so many guests posted pictures having an ice cream. The attendant was fun and helpful and moved quickly. I highly recommend Frosty for any occasion, who doesn't love an ice cream!“
“I tried the plain bagel, muffin, chocolate croissant, danish, mixed fruits, and yogurt fruit cup with granola.- Plain Bagel: Subpar. Too chewy.- Muffin: Fluffy, moist, and tasty. This was my favorite of the things I tried.- Chocolate Croissant: Good but nothing special. Quality is comparable to supermarket-bought croissants rather than a fresh croissant from a bakery.- Danish: Too sweet so I wasn’t a fan.- Mixed Fruits: They weren’t that sweet, but you can never go wrong with fruits to balance out the heavier foods.- Yogurt Fruit Cup and Granola: The portion size was good. The yogurt was very smooth. I would have preferred plain yogurt. The granola was very crunchy and good.They have a lot of different menus to choose from for catering.“
“We had so much fun at our tasting yesterday! John and Julie were so personable and knowledgeable. The food was absolutely delicious too - I think the brisket was our favorite. Super delicious and we look forward to sharing their food at our wedding.“
“Brian is amazing!! My order was wrong and I called and brian fixed me a new order free of charge and threw in an additional little surprise!! GREAT customer service especially in the times that we are in now!! I am a travel nurse here in Boston for the first time helping out with the COVID crisis at Massachusetts General, and it’s always good to meet great people!! So thanks again brian!!“
“Our experience with Chef Noire Boston was outstanding!Starting with being an amazing human in general, she was a top-tier professional and executed our collaboration flawlessly but made it so fun to be a part of. When she said "full-service" that was an understatement. She arrived with her team promptly, more than prepared and accommodated the unique and flexible needs of our event as it evolved and that's even before I've even talk about the food-- a grazing table so beautifully presented that no one wanted to even touch it, let alone eat it and then once they did eat it they couldn't stop. We even had guests asking for "bigger plates" so they could enjoy more of her delicious food. The food was so thoughtfully curated and, in every bite, you could tell Chef prepares every dish and element of her menu from a place of love. I mean, the food was so good!I could go on but I'll simply leave this review with gratitude for Chef Noire Boston, her team and extraordinary talent and a 10/10-- highly recommend. We'll definitely be using Chef again (hopefully soon :))- Victoria Strickland and the lululemon Newbury Experiential team“
“If you are looking for authentic, homemade, deliciously tasty and easy meals, look no further! From your everyday quick dinner pickup, to your fully encompassing holiday dinner with all the meat and sides ready to go - Fasanos Marketplace is your go to!! Cannot say enough good things about the food and the family that runs this small business. Have been enjoying their food for around 7 years but they have been in business running a catering company for many years before recently opening up their storefront in Braintree. Now instead of only being able to enjoy their food for catered events, you can enjoy their amazing food every single day! Regular weekday dinners are easy to grab food to heat up for the night. And They make the holidays so easy, with everything ready with simple instructions to just heat up. No more holiday stress or fuss around cooking! Sooo worth it and highly recommend to all. Absolutely DELICIOUS! And everyone is so great at marketplace! Keep up the great work!“
“I absolutely love this shop. They've always been welcoming and friendly towards my lack of cheese knowledge. The selection from wines, cheese, and snacks is always on point. The people are friendly, engaging if needed, and so wonderful. I really love this shop. If you haven't been yet and have wondered if its worth stopping by, this is your sign.“
“I live right down the street from Revive and honestly always forget that it's right there! I haven't tried their food yet but I typically get the PB cup protein smoothie and love how thick the consistency is. This time, I decided to try the tropical green smoothie and it is amazing. This is the small size and is a good size since it's very thick. It was ~$9 and some change, which is a little pricey for the size, but the taste and quality makes up for the price. I have also had their smoothie bowls, which were okay. I know there's playa bowl close by, however, personally Revive just does it for me! There's parking available on the street, as well as a lot in the back. The workers are also pretty nice and friendly. They have a cute patio area where you can sit outside; nice for the summer time. Overall, I recommend this place!“
“The process with Mariah from Food Trucks 2 Go was seamless from start to finish!! I had called many food trucks on my own with no luck and she was able to secure a food truck in no time. Mariah always responded promptly to my messages or questions and was so accommodating. The food truck was a hit for my son and niece's high school grad party and everyone loved the food and the service. I would highly recommend working with food trucks 2 go for your next event!!“
“I had attended a birthday party at Orchard Cove and thought the food was fabulous, beautifully presented, and clearly enjoyed by all. Vegetable platters, small lovely sandwiches, dip platters, fruit and cheese, amazing looking cookies, cupcakes, cakes, all really inviting. I remembered the name and got in touch when I had a very different and much sadder event, with people to feed, and on very short notice. Despite having a huge event at MIT, they took my order and couldn't have been kinder or made it any easier on us. Anne is simply wonderful, thoughtful, and communicative. Matt so helpful, nice, efficient... They made us feel like we had true comfort food...and delicious at that. If I could give them 6 stars I would! Thanks again to all staff at Off The Vine.“
“I had called 6 bakeries including my go to bakery, I needed a chocolate cake with lemon frosting lol, I know what a combo! That’s what the birthday boy wanted! No one would make it, others offered a lemon filling, but no icing!! I called Arthur’s it have been a decade correct more since I had been there, the baker was sweet, agreed to make this cake! And WOW JUST WOW!! It was incredibly fabulous, the cake was outstanding but the icing was not screaming lemon, it had the perfect level of lemony flavor ! I cannot thank them enough! I highly recommend!!!“
“One of the BEST scones, lemon squares and hand pies I have ever had (& I have a sweet tooth!) and the HAND PIES - no joke I watch a grown man actually jump for joy after biting into the Buffalo chicken hand pie - ha,ha. Chef Edith truly puts all her passion into her cooking & it shows. Love that I can also grab frozen items to go and heat at home after work - so delicious.“
“Compliments to the chef! I ordered catering through Rita's for my birthday dinner. It was very last minute but they were able to make it happen! Fiona, though very busy (holiday season) was so supportive throughout the process. The food was AMAZING!! Everything was tasty - no salt or pepper needed - absolutely flavorful. The apps were great - tequila lime chicken skewers, beef skewers, crab cakes, shrimp and charred corn, citrus scallops - all delectable! For the main dish, they recreated this sea bass dish with bouillabaisse, clams, and potatoes! Again, super tasty!! Would recommend them for any small or large gathering - true professionals!!“
“Came here for a late breakfast, since it was close to our hotel. Can't say enough good things about the place. Prices were reasonable, especially for being in the heart of the city. Portions were generous and everything tasted great! I had the traditional breakfast with bacon and it came with a heaping pile of home fries, and a couple. nice slices of sourdough toast. My only complaint is that the bacon wasn't thickly sliced. My daughter had the Challah French toast and gave it two thumbs up!“
“I have been enjoying Chicken and Rice guys since it was a line of food trucks!Whether you order from the kiosk or the counter the food comes out immediately - they know how to move the lunch crowd along. I always get the chicken on rice. And I usually get the garlic sauce, the barbeque sauce or some mix of the two. It's consistently good, but your other options are tofu or gyro - but I've never had either. They have cans of soda (coke company!) and some house made beverages. Always a delicious meal. This is the only brick and mortar location I've ever been to - and though I liked the Cheeseboy that was here years before, Chicken and Rice guys is a step up. (The cheeseboy lives on in a rectangular garbage slot in the center trashcan console that is the exact shape of the cheeseboy sandwich boxes)My less favorite things.The Kiosk is right in front of the door, so if a customer is slow at the kiosk, folks queue up and block the door. I'm also not a fan of the hard plastic to go containers.“
“Found So Sabe quite by accident but they had bolinhas de bacalhau - which has eluded me in Boston for the longest time and one of my favorites. They were absolutely delicious! The two ladies at the store were also incredibly delightful and kind as well. I will definitely be coming back and can't wait to try their other food!“