River Gods
Neighborhood: Central Square

125 River Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ann L. writes: French Fry World Tour Stop #1

I went to River Gods this week with my old roommate/bad influence, and picked the place because of the fries. All the food's good, sure, and River Gods is a more-than-respectable bar, but there's a reason that a full…

West Side Lounge
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1680 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

Liz D. writes: After being completely indecisive for about 30 minutes, and running through every genre under the sun, it was decided that West Side would be worth a stop off due to its a.)reputation for good food and more importantly b.)its reputation for killer…

Algiers Coffee House
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

40 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Allix T. writes: Come hither children and let me offer you some sage advice and instruction. Now listen carefully - I'm going to offer you secrets to a perfect summer afternoon and evening. Listen closely - I'll only tell you this once...

Arrive at Algiers around 5/6…

Museum of Science

1 Science Park
Boston, MA 02108

Jessika D. writes: OVER STIMULATED. That is how I felt at the Museum of Science.  Which could be a good thing. And also whenever I hear the word "Science" the one line that I know from the song that goes "She blinded me by science" plays through my head over and over…

Atlantic Fish Company
Neighborhood: Back Bay

761 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

diana r. writes: My love for crab cakes has been rekindled-- nay, it has been passionately ignited.  Day and night I think about getting my grubby little hands on some of Atlantic Fish Company's crab cakes, but unless you give me $30 bucks, I will have to sit at home…

Pomodoro
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

319 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

Gourmet G. writes: The city's North End is il mondo Italiano, and Hanover Street - the main drag - is lined with spaghetti-and-meatball palaces intent on pleasing all palates. Pomodoro dares to buck the trend. The minty green decor, noisy, cramped interior (twenty-four…

Spike's Junkyard Dogs
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

108 Brighton Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Andrew S. writes: These guys could make cock taste delicious...who am I kidding, I already love the taste of cock!

Intermix
Neighborhood: Back Bay

186 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: From the shores of far off Connecticut,
to the hands of a my lovely housemate,
to the surface of my coffee table
traveled an US Weekly.

And from this generally useless piece of trash
I gleaned a super bit of knowledge
that the notorious Kim Kardashian…

Kashmir Indian Restaurant
Neighborhood: Back Bay

279 Newbury St
Ste 2
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: It seems that this is a polarizing place. Admirers praise the warm ambiance, al fresco dining, nourishing, fragrant fare and aromatic shisha. Others remark on the plodding service, unremarkable eats and steep prices. You'll find me squarely in the…

Mike's Pastry
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

300 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113

Kevin S. writes: Leave the gun.  Take the cannoli.  

But if the cannoli is from Mike's--get your friggin hands off my cannoli.  The single best cannoli I have ever had in my mouth, bar none.   The perfect flakiness of the pastry combined with the delicately balanced…

The Field
Neighborhood: Central Square

20 Prospect St
Central Square
Cambridge, MA 02139

Nadya R. writes: What happens when three Americans, three Mexicans and one English guy are together in an irish pub? Yes an Irish pub.

Well, Instead of playing darts or pool in the side room, they just go and seat in a corner by a window, good spot.

Tom (English)…

Upstairs On the Square
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

91 Winthrop St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Chloe D. writes: It was a dark and windy night, temperatures seemingly below freezing, and we arrived, our bellies warm with delicious hot mulled cider with port at Shea's. For whatever reason, none of us had even THOUGHT to call ahead and make a reservation, even…

The Blue Room
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT

1 Kendall Square
Ste 200
Cambridge, MA 02139

Malena L. writes: I told John W. he was going to feel the Mexican fury if their brunch wasn't the best thing ever. He seemed hesitant ("at least one of the best you'll try?") seeing that his life was on the line.
I visited their website to see the menu before heading…

People's Republik
Neighborhood: Central Square

876-878 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139

Shannon B. writes: Oh the Ugly Republik, you truly are amazing.

Located between Harvard and Central squares, this place is classic when you wanna close out the night without spending way too much.

It's SO funny about the Republik but it really is the best place to…

Anna's Taqueria
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

1412 Beacon Street
Brookline, MA 02446

Adam P. writes: While I can't quite explain WHY Anna's hits the 5 star for me, I can go over the food, and the set up, which makes this place such a draw.

You enter into a short line, which gives you enough time to figure out your burrito strategy: two small…

Bob's Southern Bistro

604 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02118

Charles L. writes: Had BIRTHDAY Brunch @ Bobs this Sunday.  First impression, feelin it...  Immediate stop at the front bar for some VERY SPICY bloodies (always in order on a Sunday).  Blues band was rocking (its cold duck time), although homeboy on the sax did…

Francesca's Cafe
Neighborhood: South End

564 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02118

Tarah H. writes: Their coffee is so yummy! I'm determined to some day try each and every one of their unique drinks. Also, where else will the staff laugh and say that they like you when you call yourself a fat kid for wanting two sprinkle cookies and not to bother…

The Enormous Room
Neighborhood: Central Square

569 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Melissa A. writes: The thing about this place is that it seems like some sort of weird sex party with the raised, carpeted platforms and people casually leaning on one elbow, edging dangerously close to lying down completely. I mean to say that this is the sort of…

Joan & Ed's Deli

1298 Worcester St
Natick, MA 01760

Sasha R. writes: Fantabulous!  So I'm exhausted from strip mall discount shopping, and hungry for some comforting treats.  Do I feel like getting in my car and driving to the next plaza to go to the nearest Chili's?  No.  Who knew, that Joan and Ed's, appropriately…

Sweet Lemons

828 Washington St
Weymouth, MA 02189

Lisa H. writes: Excellent Thai food. The crab rangoon is the best I've ever had- they had great little veggies- celery and carrots with the cream cheese on the inside- so good and crispy. I had the chili duck and the spices rocked. It was just right- very tender…

Minado

1282 Worcester Rd
Natick, MA 01760

Atrebor B. writes: Heaven doesn't want me; and Hell is afraid I'll take over. But if Heaven does permit my entry despite my morally repugnant ways, then the dining halls there should closely resemble the bountiful and delicious aisles of Minado. An experience at…

Silvertone
Neighborhood: Downtown

69 Bromfield St
Boston, MA 02108

Craig C. writes: I was working as a waitress in a cocktail bar when I met you but even then I knew I'd find a much better place either with or without you.

Anyway. I love this place. I love to put on a cocktail dress, the little tight black number, and go baby go.

I…

Flash's
Neighborhood: Back Bay

312 Stuart St
Boston, MA 02116

Keane L. writes: I blame my loss of three fans this afternoon on the particular number of my last review, so I'm cranking this one out just to be at 667.

I've actually never even been here.

(But if I had, I'd probably say something about the great oval bar that makes…

Figs
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

42 Charles St
Boston, MA 02114

Ligaya T. writes: For a pizza place, this restaurant seriously lacks garlic. While I thoroughly enjoyed my meal from the moist foccacia, dipping oil and olives to the asparagus frites and Biano thin crust, my boyfriend was displeased. He's a fan of acidic tomato sauce…

Taj Hotel Boston
Neighborhood: Back Bay

15 Arlington St
Boston, MA 02116

Billie M. writes: Oh what a lovely way to spend a cold Wednesday night!  Small, cozy, and as blue blood Boston as you can get, the seating is plush, and the roaring fireplaces gets you warm just LOOKING at them.  There were only a few people there, so the waiter gave…

Toad
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1920 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Liz D. writes: I can't tell you how many times I have googled "Live Music, __day of the week__, Boston" only to find really shit U2 coverbands and the likes, if anything.

Toad is clearly a god sent.

This bar serves up live music, 7 days a week. For lack of a better…

Monica's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

143 Richmond St
Boston, MA 02109

Kate K. writes: Not many U.S. Italian neighborhoods do food better than the North End in Boston, and Monica's proves my point.  They had a wide variety of unusual and interesting plates, and a very extensive wine list.  The interior of the restaurant is cool & very…

Assaggio
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

29 Prince St
Boston, MA 02113

Ryan W. writes: I came here with a man of impeccable taste and character who works at a nonprofit in the North End. We chose this one for a lunch meeting because he said he "likes to spread the love around."  I think he chose it for the heavenly air-conditioning and…

Central Kitchen
Neighborhood: Central Square

567 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: Stop all that jibberjabber! After actually going in this place, I'll defend it until I'm popping up lilacs.

For years I avoided this place like the rest of y'all thinking that it was just preposterous for any establishment in Central Square to put on…

Veggie Planet
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

47 Palmer St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Ligaya T. writes: Despite torrential downpour outside, I left an empty indention in my couch for the subterranean comfort of this vegetarian cafe. But really I'm not hip enough, contemporary folk loving enough to eat at this place. And the staff let me know it by…

Grasshopper Restaurant
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1 North Beacon St
Allston, MA 02134

Noelle J. writes: I get a stomach ache every time I eat here, but I keep returning. Just try not to fall victim to their huge potions, all that grease and processed soy doesn't digest easily.

It's a great place for vegetarians to bring your non-vegetarian friends.…

Holley M Heyert, DC
Neighborhood: Back Bay

305 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02115

Aretha W. writes: Holly is not only a fantastic chirporactor, but a wonderful person. She is relaxing, caring, attentive, professional, and concerned about getting your body right.

She takes the insurance that is offered to Berklee students - which means she's totally…

Punjabi Dhaba
Neighborhood: Inman Square

225 Hampshire St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: The epidemic has spread, watch oooooout! It's on a rampage, exploding yelpers' tastebuds with piercing spices. The source? Punjabi Dhaba. They should shut this place down and quarantine me here. Then I could drinks vats of delicious lassis without…

Harvard University
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

1350 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138

Koizumi Y. writes: It's perhaps best to stay away from facile stereotypes. Indeed, MIT students tend to have more focus on the science, math and technology subjects, but that's why students interested in this apply. It doesn't make them more or less intelligent than…

Quebrada Baking Co
Neighborhood: East Arlington

208 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02474

M. Deloris D. writes: This place is a gem!!  I was turned on to the chocolate croissants by a classmate and I've been a loyal patron since.  The prices are reasonable for the quality of baked goods.  Two of my favorites are the petit cinnamon rolls and petit apricot…

Cookin Cafe
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1096 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

ericalynn g. writes: Anyone who knows me knows that I hold a very special place in my heart for any establishment that delivers frozen yogurt with a gazillion choices of mix-ins.   I also have warm fuzzies for any place that delivers me hot breakfast any time of day.…

Bagel Rising
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1243 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Tom E. writes: Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross had a Grammy-nominated no.10 Billboard Hot 100 hit in June 1992 with "The Best Things In Life Are Free"

Rumour has it that there is a music video version with previously unheard rap by Bell Biv Devoe. I hope in that…

Central Square
Neighborhood: Central Square

Central Square
Cambridge, MA 02139

Tom E. writes: For my 365th review I wanted to write about my home for the last year.
I can sum up my love for this place in words but sentences are failing me.
So instead how about one of those Tag Clouds that you see in Web 2.0?

falafel    HARVEST     BRATTLE TAXIS…

Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

6 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Tom E. writes: Cadbury's Fruit and Nut, McVittie's Hob Nob biscuits, Yorkshire Tea, Ambrosia Creamed Rice, Marmite, Bovril... this place has all the things an ex-pat needs. For me it's their little British section that wins but I've also spotted good Italian,…