9 Arlington Street At the Public Garden
Neighborhood: Back Bay

9 Arlington St
Boston, MA 02116

roshni r. writes: a lot of people confuse the gardens with the common.  it's actually the gardens that are the more beautiful space (in my opinion) in the city.  ponds with beautiful birds, weeping willows, and flowers everywhere in the springtime...a delightful place…

Louis Boston
Neighborhood: Back Bay

234 Berkley St
Boston, MA 02228

Sarah S. writes: I like going here with my hot pink Barbie car and a stuffed toy poodle. You have to have both to shop here. Seriously, I love watch the Euro trash in spiked hairdos and tight-tight jeans painstakingly consider the implications of that $4,000 jacket.…

Ben & Jerry Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Back Bay

174 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Tom E. writes: Is it global warming that's to blame for ice cream, frozen yogurt, smoothies, sorbets, shakes and frozen crushed ice coffee drinks costing so much? Not just at B&Js but everywhere, I mean... a fresh hot coffee costs 30 or 40 cents less than an iced…

Chef Chang's House

1004 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02446

Tiffany D. writes: 4 stars for the duck, and only the duck!! Haha I only come here for that... plus they make you a soup from the bones :) mmmm~

Sol Azteca
Neighborhood: Fenway

914A Beacon St
Boston, MA 02215

Kim P. writes: I have a dilemma.

On the one hand, I'm really getting annoyed with these jokers on here whose reviews of Mexican places always sound like something along the lines of:  (picture nose turned up) "WELL, I suppose these *ahem* damn YANKEES think this…

Huntington Theatre Co

264 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Rachel U. writes: I really enjoy seeing plays here. It's a really cozy venue, but not in the "good lord it's a closet" kind of cozy. The interior is beautifully restored, the seats are a little tight, but you get a nice view of the stage from any of them. They have…

Gyuhama
Neighborhood: Back Bay

827 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Ellie L. writes: Mmmaybe if someone could've clarified the actual definition of "rock'n'roll sushi," this place would've garnered more stars.  That, or better sushi.  Frankly, it fell flat, with none of the charm of those hole in the wall sushi joints that aboud…

Icarus
Neighborhood: South End

3 Appleton St
Boston, MA 02116

Sarah R. writes: I went here for the Restaurant Week special with a party organized by Shannon B. last night. Can we say wow? Seriously, this was one of the best meals I'd eaten in a restaurant in a long time. I ordered the seared sea scallop (try saying that 5 times…

The West Street Grille
Neighborhood: Downtown

15 West St
Boston, MA 02111

Jenn W. writes: I have mixed feelings about sharing one of my most favorite spots in Boston with all you yelpers, but it just doesn't feel right not giving West Street Grille the recognition it deserves! I'm the first to admit it: I'm a commitment-phobe when it…

Dunkin' Donuts
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

209 N Harvard Street
Allston, MA 02134

Nish N. writes: All hail Dunkin' Donuts. Sadly, on the Left Coast, we don't have any locations, so I have to wait and salivate unitl I'm out East. My good friend Ty "The King of Beers" Velde lives pretty close to this particular branch, so I've started many a…

Penguin Pizza

735 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Ligaya T. writes: Now you see it, now you don't.
*poof*
And that was the way our large $12 margherita pie dematerialized.

I can't say a fellow eater didn't soak a napkin with it's flavorful grease.
Or that I wasn't wishing for some big basil leaves and sliced tomato.
And I…

Luna Boston
Neighborhood: Back Bay

205 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Audrey J. writes: I may be bending the rules a bit by Yelping this place without having technically set foot in the physical store, BUT I am just SO happy with my online transaction with them that I needed a place to express that sentiment.  And that place is....YELP.…

Patagonia
Neighborhood: Back Bay

346 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02115

Charles K. writes: Their fleece is made from recycled soda bottles, and you can't put it in the dryer because it will melt. I like to think that I am wearing garbage which has been refurbished into a warm under layer, and pay no mind to the cost because the quality is…

Mint Julep
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

1302 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02445

Ligaya T. writes: An adorable boutique with quality cute and chic merchandise leaning more on the simple side with a bit of funky patterns tossed in for good measure. They really excel in the dress area, so add to your throw-on-and-go wardrobe here.

I have the feeling…

Abe & Louie's Steak House
Neighborhood: Back Bay

793 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: I am sitting in the middle of a nasty blizzard and daydreaming of A&L's brunch out on the patio on a warm fall day. It might be the most wonderful thing you'll do for yourself when you want to pretend to be proper. Fantastic bread basket with muffins…

Sweet Finnish
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

761 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Leeza P. writes: Cute little relatively new-ish Swedish bakery/coffeeshop located on Centre St near the monument and a couple of doors down from the Dunkin Donuts.  The bakery features relatively cheap (at least compared to Starbucks) cookies, pastries, and these…

Flint Cleaners
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

170 Western Ave
Allston, MA 02134

mike c. writes: I like Flint Cleaners. They our well organized, friendly, and efficient.  My other dry cleaner on Harvard Street just lost a customer.

Boston Wing-It
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1153 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Nate K. writes: Ever have a craving for some really great wings? Wing-it Inc. is a great stop on the B line.  However, Wing-it is so much more than just wings they have BBQ, sandwiches and other great fare.  Best of the place does HOT really well and it's one of the…

L'osteria
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

104 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Laura M. writes: I love this place! They always seem to be able to accommodate you for reservations for whatever time you may need. It is very popular with my family and that is actually how I started going. They have quit a selection to choose from and so far…

Daedalus Restaurant & Pub
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

45 1/2 Mt Auburn St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Damien S. writes: I've a friend who finds a restaurant, eats it to death and moves on. She's a boll weevil. Or Galactus.

These days, it's Daedalus. She asked if I wanted to grab dinner. I said yes. We went to Daedalus. Because she needs to destroy it.

The dining space…

Anna's Taqueria
Neighborhood: Porter Square

822 Somerville Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Arnab M. writes: This place is awesome, the cheapest and best Mexican food ever. I loved it. We were all a little drunk and it was late, so there weren't many crowds and we were famished, this was a perfect stop. We must have spent $15 between the 4 of us, and…

Felipe's Taqueria
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

83 Mt Auburn St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Erica S. writes: Look, I know this seems nuts. 5 stars for Felipe's? Yeah, weird. But it's really good! Not 5 stars good, but 4 stars good- you know, really really tasty! Almost exactly like Anna's in every way, from the menu options, to the prices, to even the…

The Boston Sail Loft
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

80 Atlantic Avenue
Boston, MA 02110

Colin B. writes: Come here early in the night to pregame before you ROWDY pregame.

OR

Come here late in the night to post game after your done being rowdy.

It's a spectacularly chill bar with a deck overlooking the water.  Admire the ridiculous yachts and wonder why…

Harvard Square
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

18 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Leighann F. writes: Why are anniversaries so momentous? So celebrated? So let' s-have-a-drink-to -commemorate-the-occasion and then take pictures?

Well, they mark the passage of time linked to something, or someone, you love. It's a chance to show the world your passion…

Java Jo's
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

3710 Washington St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Dan P. writes: I had to go to Easthampton, MA the other day to an event at an art space. Intelligently, my girlfriend suggested that we get sandwiches before we go so that we don't have to worry about finding food in Easthampton. Being good JPers we went to Java…

Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

1246 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

ELLIS D. writes: Great  burger joint. I had the Viagra burger(not that I needed it, I just happen to like blue cheese).  The names of the burgers were funny and the frappe was thick and rich and vanilla. We had the onion ring(which were a little greasy ) but all and…

Crazy Dough's Pizza Company

1124 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02215

Atrebor B. writes: Crazy Dough is just your Average Joe in terms of quality. They get points for being creative with toppings, but it has a long way before it can be anywhere near "gourmet" or "best". I wanted the "buffalo chicken N bacon" slice but they didn't have…

Angora Cafe
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1024A Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215

Amanda H. writes: Me and Trish needed sustenance before the Sara Bareilles (EEK) concert.  Enter: Angora Cafe.  I had previously been here before for assorted coffee and ice cream treats.  But I had never had any of their food before.  A quick perusing of the menu and…

Tapeo Restaurant & Tapas Bar
Neighborhood: Back Bay

266 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Liz G. writes: I went on a first date here. It's a good date place -- leisurely pace, lots of wine, fireplace, etc. I don't remember what the food was like, so I guess it's unmemorable at best. The small plates here are indeed small, but that just means you get to…

New England Aquarium
Neighborhood: Waterfront

1 Central Wharf
Boston, MA 02110

michelle i. writes: After our first day of meetings and such, our company arranged for a parade of shuttle buses to chauffeur the entire lot of us over the New England Aquarium for an awards party and lobster dinner.

They had closed it to the public so we had a private…

The Red House
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

98 Winthrop St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Crystal K. writes: One of my favorite places. My husband and I often hang out at the cozy little bar which is even more cozy in the winter with the little open fireplace. They have great food and wonderful service. The deck in the summer is nice too. The whole place…

Dino's Cafe
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

141 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Brian M. writes: This is a great sub shop in the North End.  The number one reason to go: 16 inch sub for $8.  These guys do it up right.  The chicken pesto is amazing and the Italian's Italian should come with a complimentary defibrillator. It's awesome.

Their pasta…

The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub
Neighborhood: Central Square

472 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: Scanning the reviews I was suprsied that people failed to mention that ME has not only hosted popular bands such as The White Stripes, The Strokes, Spoon, Architecture in Helsinki and Death Cab before they blew up, but provided the bedrock for the…

TT the Bear's Place
Neighborhood: Central Square

10 Brookline Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

Derek K. writes: TT's listen...

You book good bands. You have a great location. Your covers are reasonable most nights and drink prices aren't horrible even if the service is slow. But your sound sucks. Yep, I said it. Your. sound. sucks. Please find a way to get the…

Wings Express

563 Washington St
Brighton, MA 02135

Austin H. writes: Based on food alone, I give this place four stars, but when you factor in the decor I have to drop it down a star.  This is definitely a take out place.  Try the Terodactyl wings, they are AMAZING.  And if you like it hot, try them spicy, you won't…

The OtherSide Cafe
Neighborhood: Back Bay

407 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02115

Tom E. writes: MAD LIBS: OtherSide Cafe Edition

OtherSide has so many reviews we may just as well fill in a Mad Lib from now on for our reviews.

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At the very end of Newbury St, across the ___(i)__ canyon of Mass Ave, is a safe-haven…

Charlie's Kitchen
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

10 Eliot Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Adam E. writes: Apparently, there are two kinds of people.  The kind who complain about dirty bathrooms, greasy food, and the price of soup, and the kind who can appreciate the indescribable feng shui of a truck stop.

If you fall into the latter category, you'll be…

The Garment District
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT

200 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: True to their advertisement, this place is a used/vintage department sized store. Though they do have a small section of new clothing, and mostly hideous, but sometimes cute cheap China made, colorful synthetic shoes. Can you tell I've been victim to…