Boston Reviews: Restaurants, Doctors, Bars, Salons and more.
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Granite Links Golf Club
100 Quarry Hills Dr
Quincy,
MA
02169
Lynda B. writes: 5 stars for a challenging course with amazing views. The Tavern was nice after for a glass of wine and a salad.
Dr. Jack B. Share
Neighborhood: Financial District
31 State St
Boston,
MA
02109
Shannon B. writes: I have only awesome things to say about Dr. Jack Share. I found Dr. Share's practice when I checked out Dr. Oogle for dentist reviews. I didn't have a dentist in the Boston area yet (hadn't even visited a dentist in *GASP* a year and a half) so I…
Byblos
678 Washington St
Norwood,
MA
02108
erica c. writes: Wow....if there were ever a reason to venture out to suburbia this is it!
This family owned Lebanese restaurant has some of the most amazing middle eastern food I have ever tasted.
The place it self is a huge room filled (always packed) with people of…
Luvli Juices
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston
374 Congress Street
Boston,
MA
02210
erica c. writes: Oh how I love to shout from the roof tops about really cool locally- founded businesses!
Super healthy, low sodium, low sugar, packed with vitamins and actually YUMMY? My initial reaction: C'mon ...no seriously......really???
But I was in fact…
North Cambridge Laundromat & Dry Cleaning
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
2410 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge,
MA
02140
Kathryn O. writes: monica and mustafa are the best thing to happen to my laundry since bounce. when i get overwhelmed with work / life, i bring my laundry in to them for a totally reasonable rate. i pick it up a day later clean, dry, and percectly folded. it's like…
Dado Tea
Neighborhood: Harvard Square
50 Church St.
Cambridge,
MA
02238
Tom E. writes: The tea selection here is probably the best I've encountered in a cafe in Boston apart from Tealuxe - a lot of choice but sadly at prices that are far too high for what you get. The staff are very pleasant but have seemed completely clueless…
I Soci Salon
Neighborhood: Back Bay
8 Newbury St
3rd floor
Boston,
MA
02116
erica c. writes: The customer service here is BEYOND.....Co-owner Anne makes it her priority to make sure people leave here happy and if they don't, she really wants to hear about it.
Each new client gets a long letter mailed to them thanking them for coming in and…
Shimon Salon
170 Tremont St
Boston,
MA
02111
fERNANDA m. writes: I bounced several places in boston searching for a stylist to change my haircolor. I entered shimon salon to ask his oppinion. He sat me down in 10 minutes, even though he was busy and closing.
He looked at my hair and told me I shouldnt color it,…
A C Moore Arts and Crafts Store
145 Middlesex Ave
Somerville,
MA
02145
Lauren v. writes: Occasionally I get the urge to reinvigorate my creative side which has been atrophying thanks to years behind a desk. Enter AC Moore.
Each aisle inspires an "oohh...I could do that" remark. Paint a birdhouse? Why not? Oh yeah, I live in Brighton.…
The Ice Creamsmith
Neighborhood: Dorchester
2295 Dorchester Ave
Lower Mills
Dorchester,
MA
02124
Kendra S. writes: It's possible I've been here once or twice. It's possible one or two of their employees know my "the usual." It's possible I had a conniption when I discovered they close their doors from Thanksgiving to March 1st. DID THEY NOT KNOW THAT WAS MY…
Villa
48 East Plain Street
Wayland,
MA
01778
Rosanna P. writes: i think i entered the twilight zone when we went into this restaurant this past Friday night. Holy Cow! time definitely did stop around 1950 in this place...and it puked lots of wood paneling in the process. we went here as a recommendation from a…
Mayflower Poultry Co
Neighborhood: East Cambridge
621 Cambridge St
Cambridge,
MA
02141
JJ G. writes: I know the sign can be off-putting to some but I bought my vegetarian husband a "Live Poultry Fresh Killed" Tshirt, and he wears it with pride, so all I can say is, if you don't like it- don't go there!
However, for you who don't succumb to…
Ku De Ta
Neighborhood: South Boston
663 East Broadway
South Boston,
MA
02127
bex g. writes: This is my absolute, hands down, favorite store on the planet. They have THE cutest clothes at THE most reasonable prices I have ever seen. The manager and owner are some of the sweetest girls I have ever met, and with a kick-ass fashion sense to…
Sudbury Pizza Place
426 Boston Post Rd
Sudbury,
MA
01776
Lindley E. writes: Oh my god. Serious old-school pizza, of the 'grease on your chin' variety. Eat it while its hot -- when it cools down, you'll regret every bite.
MIT Trucks
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT
Carleton St
Cambridge,
MA
02142
Colin N. writes: It was one of those days when I just had to go to the trucks. At this point, I knew nothing of the trucks and their mystical allure.
I was a virgin. Was "going to the trucks" like getting in a van with no windows? It was a risk I was willing to take.…
Boston Ramrod
Neighborhood: Fenway
1254 Boylston St
Boston,
MA
02215
David d. writes: "Is he doing what I THINK he's doing?"
"Is this for real?"
"Sir, is that even legal in your own home?"
these are all questions I was asking myself ... when I stumbled into the BACK ROOM.
I've certainly been here before, but I've never seen anything like…
Alpha Omega Jewelers
Neighborhood: Harvard Square
1380 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge,
MA
02138
Tanya B. writes: When you find yourself needing repairs and/or normal wear and tear maintenance on your wedding ring, ALWAYS go to Hubert Zaloom, Assistant Service Manager, at Alpha Omega at the Harvard Sq. location. He will be sure the job is done right. I was…
Peet's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner
285 Harvard St
Brookline,
MA
02446
Michael K. writes: Dear Coolidge Corner Peet's Coffee & Tea,
I have a crush on you.
Do you want to go out with me?
Yes: ___ No:___ Need More Time: ___
Love,
Michael
PS: Peet's coffee is pretty good for a chain shop, and they have a great variety in rotation. It's…
Healthcare Associates
330 Brookline Ave
Carl J. Shapiro Clinical Center, 1st Floor
Boston,
MA
02215
Natasha A. writes: If you are new to town and need a regular physician or are unhappy with your current one go here. This place is top notch, prefessional, takes almost every insurance known to man, and is open early in the morning so you can go before work. Beth…
The Urban Hound
Neighborhood: South End
555 Massachusetts Ave
Boston,
MA
02228
Ryan S. writes: Honestly, look no further than the Urban Hound for quality dog walking services. The Urban Hound was founded upon dissatisfied dog walking service. For the past 8 months, we have never had to question the treatment or quality of care our dog has…
South End Buttery
Neighborhood: South End
314 Shawmut Avenue
Boston,
MA
02118
Melissa M. writes: The South End is a lovely land, with many places to go and people to see. The South End Buttery is such a place to go to see and be seen. I say this, because there were some mighty fine people dining at the Buttery tonight. After getting our drink…
Eleni of New York
Neighborhood: Davis Square
257 elm street
Somerville,
MA
02144
Kristin M. writes: Very reasonable prices and she does a good job. I would recommend her for almost anything. The only thing I would not recommend her for is if you are very picky and expect someone to fuss over you to make sure it fits how you like it. She kind of…
The Onyx Hotel
155 Portland St
Boston,
MA
02114
Sam R. writes: Forward thinking - dedicated recycle receptacle in the rooms. Nice.
Backward thinking - $13 breakfast buffet, with a nice 18% automatic gratuity. Despite the decline in our nation's grasp on higher math, I *think* I could calculate the tip myself.…
Vellum Fine Paper & Gifts
Neighborhood: South End
55 Dartmouth St
Boston,
MA
02116
laura a. writes: i liked this place a lot. the selection is very well thought out and although it's small, it has lots of interesting stuff. i went in looking for some interesting office supplies and they didn't have much in the way of that (no binders, few pens),…
Sorriso Trattoria
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston, Leather District
107 South Street
Boston,
MA
02111
Annie P. writes: This Waterfront South Station Financial but right next to Chinatown area has always been foreign to me. While walking to Sorriso.. conveniently located next to Les Zyomates (they are sister restaurants).. you get to see police motorcycles zoom on by…
Cherry Street Fish Market
26 Hobart Street
Danvers,
MA
01923
Domenico B. writes: I was looking for some local lobsters and they had them at a decent price. While I was buying my fish, I noticed a bin of lobster bodies behind the counter girl and asked her if they sold bodies. They don't just sell them, they're free if you buy…
A Good Yarn
Neighborhood: Brookline Village
4 Station Street
Brookline,
MA
02445
Amanda H. writes: i love this place. Everyone is super nice they have really cool yarn and the dog there is adorable!
VCA City Cats Hospital
Neighborhood: Arlington Center
665 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington,
MA
02474
laura a. writes: I adopted my FIV+ cat through St. Meows, and the woman I adopted him from brought him to City Cats. It really is "as good as it gets" in terms of vet care. I'm so glad that our vet experiences have been at this office. First of all, since it's all…
Cafe Barada
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
2269 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge,
MA
02140
O M. writes: I was craving hummus something fierce in my hungover state today, so I decided to give this place a try again. The first time I came here I took out the kafta kabab sandwich, which I don't remember liking, and I also remember the people behind the…
Mad Raven
841Main Street
Waltham,
MA
02451
Lindsay K. writes: They actually do a delicious burger for lunch. Go figure.
The Mad Raven let's in a ton of underage girls and guys alike, which is obnoxious. Those seem to be the same kids who puke in the bathroom and get kicked out for fighting. The place often…
MAI Place
Route 138
Canton,
MA
02121
Adam C. writes: Yeah, truly, like no bullshit, I mean five stars.
My wife and I went here for lunch because it's right near where she works. So, anyway, I thought, "ok, random sushi place in Canton, alright". And they also have Chinese food on the menu so I…
Boston Costume
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT
200 Broadway
Cambridge,
MA
02139
Tom E. writes: T-minus 7 days to Halloween. Boston Costume has opened up all huge and sprawled out up and over into Garment District and up the new stairs. People are fuckin everywhere. The shop won't close til midnight. The choices are endless. Piles of discarded…
Great Eastern Trading Company
Neighborhood: Central Square
49 River St
Cambridge,
MA
02139
Amanda H. writes: I like this place...don't get me wrong. They have some fabulous masks that I regret not buying for the Politely Elevated Bar Crawl. Some of them had headbands instead of cheap elastics. I though that was useful. They also had some masks that…
Barefoot Bob's Beach Grill
276 Nantasket Ave
Hull,
MA
02045
Kate M. writes: We sure do like Barefoot Bob's! Went there last Sunday for a late lunch and chowed down on some delicious clams casino. Delish! I had the Santa Fe chicken wrap and it was huge (also delish). The waitress let me add a salad instead of the fries and…
Beacon Hill Bistro
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
25 Charles St
Boston,
MA
02114
Michel R. writes: One of my favorite brunch places in the city. I consider its only problem to be the age of the people there. Not as affordable as the paramount accross the street, but has a phenomenal eggs and salmon, or a pancakes with caramelized bananas (for…
The Boston Cat Hospital
665 Beacon St
Boston,
MA
02215
Kimberly M. writes: Do not see Dr. Gallo. The other reviewers are right. She is burnt out and has an offputting manner. She seriously misdiagnosed my cat leading to great harm to my poor cat. Dr. Widman is good though. They only have 2 vets so you may not be able…
Chicken Bone Saloon
358 Waverly St
Framingham,
MA
01702
Cha Cha W. writes: As Jeffrey H. famously said: "I like it hot. Like wicked hot. Tears, drool, runny nose - I want it so hot I leak." Unfortunately the neutron sauce didn't even get me close to hot flashes let alone one hot flash and I so so want to experience hot…
Desfina Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT, East Cambridge
202 3rd St
Cambridge,
MA
02141
Tom E. writes: *scratches head*
hmmm... is this really the best Greek food in Boston?
Improper Bostonian said so for 2007 and some other reviewers liked this place, but I'm really not convinced. This was my first Greek meal in New England and it lagged along way…
Terramia Ristorante
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End
98 Salem St
Boston,
MA
02113
Erik S. writes: How can you rate a place "Average" if you say the food is excellent? It's small, the wine list is good, it's homely and intimate. My stomach loves it here.
Angelina's Pizza and Subs
Neighborhood: Teele Square
230 Holland Street
Somerville,
MA
02144
Heather T. writes: I am giving this place 5 stars because it really is my favorite pizza in within the Somerville and Medford area (yes, even better than The Paddock). I've gone well out of my way on many a night to pick up a pie from Angelina's. A thin crust, not…