Napoli Pastry Shop
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

120 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Sean T. writes: Recommended for:  gelato, pastries and after-meal snacks.

Service 4, Selection 5, Quality 3.

After a delicious meal at Neptune the ladies were craving something smooth and milky - gelato was our answer and right up the street no less (what were you…

Nonno's Pizzeria

340 Main St
Wakefield, MA 01880

Lia M. writes: I stopped by Nonno's for a quick bite today, and their pizza was really good.  Good crust, cheesy, & flavorful.  The slices are big and one  is enough.

The Upper Crust

41 Waltham St
Lexington, MA 02421

Christina S. writes: If you want to eat here make sure you get a copy of your credit report.  I don't think the bank gives loans to just anyone looking for a good slice.  At $10.95 for a small and $14.25 for a large, those .95(for small) and $1.25(large) topping…

South Street Market

5 Turner Street
Waltham, MA 02454

Greg K. writes: I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't review this place because they only have so many picnic tables and if you read my review, go there, then take my seat, it's going to suck.

So promise me you'll only get food to go and you'll take it back to your office…

Pete's Pizza & Wings

912 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451

Carolina L. writes: The wings here are really not that good.. they are big but they are not saucy at all. I've definitely have better wings.. probably like in every other place in waltham except this one.. so if you want really good wings try some other place.. apart…

Courtside Restaurant & Karaoke Club
Neighborhood: East Cambridge

299 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02141

Cara P. writes: Where else can you play keno, do a shot with a lawyer and watch fruitful "transactions" between the locals take place all night?  All this with Karaoke Thurs -Sunday...........hell, I'm partying like a rock star!

Sounds cool, huh?

The last time I went…

Inman Pharmacy
Neighborhood: Inman Square

1414 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Jessika D. writes: So after my fiasco at CVS Pharmacy (read the review I wrote), I took my prescription to Inman Pharmacy.  Why I didn't think of it sooner I don't know.  This pharmacy is also a heck of a lot closer to my apartment.
I walk in and there isn't any chaos…

Leeba Inner Coiffure
Neighborhood: Financial District

131 State St
Boston, MA 02109

Joe R. writes: I just got back from a haircut with John - he did a great job.  Attention to detail, positive attitude, and he was forward with some options about what could be done with my unkempt tangle of hair.  I'll definitely be returning.  Guys haircuts are in…

Lingerie Studio
Neighborhood: Back Bay

264 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

danielle m. writes: Love this little store!  Chris, the owner, and her staff know everything there is to know about lingerie, and they have everything from super sexy to cotton comfy.  Most bras are European, most PJ's are American, and everything is high quality.  They…

Sabra Grill
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

20 Eliot St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Michael C. writes: For this (half) Armenian, it was a pleasant surprise to discover a Middle Eastern take-out restaurant in Harvard Square. It took me much too long to notice it was there. The employees (owners?) are nice, and they make some very good sandwiches…

Oxford Spa Cafe

102 Oxford St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Anna P. writes: I kinda thought I was over being impressed with the fancy sandwiches of Cambridge.  I just hadn't tried Oxford Spa.

First of all, the interior is adorable without being overdone.  Rickety wooden tables, chalkboards full of menu choices, kitschy little…

Greek Corner Restaurant II
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

8 Eliot St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Brian D. writes: When I think of Greek dining I think of a warm afternoon on the Mediterranean, the salty breeze ruffling my lustrous hair.....yeeeehhhhh right. American corner restaurant Greek food is one of my favorite quick bites. This is also one of the more…

Pepe Leyva Salon
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

957 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Jennifer T. writes: On Thursday night, I went to this beauty school for a hair cut - you know - students cut your hair and it's really cheap. Well, it was a BIG mistake. Huge! I came out of there looking like a 10 year old had had his way with my hair using a pair of…

Village Restaurant

55 Main
Essex, MA 01929

Marguerite M. writes: My family often goes to the Village for special occasions, especially Fathers Day as my dad loves fish.  They are pretty reliable, in my opinion, for their seafood entrees, although prices are a little high for everyday dining.   The service to my…

Coco Head Hair Studio
Neighborhood: Chinatown

9 Knapp St Ste 1
Boston, MA 02111

Teri C. writes: I've been going here so long that I can't remember how long it's been.  I love the people here.  They are so nice and do really good work.  Joe B. is who I regularly see, but Ernie has done my hair too.  Joey has not cut my hair yet, but I think he…

Salem St Truevalue Hardware Comp
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

89 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Jessika D. writes: I generally don't go to hardware stores. When I do I have no idea what I am looking for, and end up that typical woman that needs help figuring out what I need. I didn't even know the difference between a screw and a nail (insert sexual jokes here)…

El Cafetal
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

479 Cambridge St
Allston, MA 02134

Tracee D. writes: Update:
this place was the best. Then it was seized for tax evasion and eventually reopen. I am pretty sure it is not the same people because the food is a little different. The sweet arepa's are awesome. The food is good. But not as good as before.

El…

Going Bananas
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

65 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Keith D. writes: Not only do I go "Bananas" for the fruit selection I absolutely love there sandwiches! If you go straight to the back you will find a excellent deli with a selection of Boars Head meat and cheeses. In my opinion they make the best prosciutto &…

Drinking Fountain
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

3520 Washington St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Daniel C. writes: Things That Might Happen at the Drinking Fountain

1. You order a gin and tonic. You receive a big glass of straight gin. You drink it, invoking the spirit of Ace Frehley for protection, and order another. It is mixed exactly the same.
2. While…

Match Burgers and Martinis
Neighborhood: Back Bay

94 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02228

Tom E. writes: They have a wall of fire, they sell martinis and burgers, and when Ligaya, Soulclap, Yi Hwa and Sam P are in the house you get all the best things in life for free.

If this isn't the most useless review yet then I don't know what is. Go on, I dare you…

DCR Hatch Memorial Shell
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

1 David G Mugar Way
Boston, MA 02114

Shirley Y. writes: the hatch shell is such a valuable asset to boston culture and city life.  this venue regularly hosts movies, concerts and events, all free, and brings people from all walks of life from around the city to a central meeting place.  although it tends…

Needham Bowlaway

16 Chestnut St.
Needham, MA 02492

Liz B. writes: Since 1917 The Needham Bowlaway is the oldest continually operating Bowling Alley in the Boston Area.

Featuring Cosmic Bowling!
Bowling with black lights, a fog machine, disco balls, and a loud thumping sound system playing everything from dance…

Stingray Body Art
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Jenna C. writes: I got my 4th tattoo here a week before I turned 21.
I had gotten my other 3 done by the same person up in NH (see my review for Dragons Lair) and was excited/nervous to be going to someone new! I showed up without an appointment and was seen right…

Eastern Mountain Sports
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1041 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Tarah H. writes: My entire life, all of my sporting and athletic exertions have been on groomed fields and trails. I can talk to you about cleats and running sneakers. I know the basic ins and outs of slalom ski equipment. Baseball bats and tennis rackets are like an…

AC Moore

1 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701

Jen J. writes: Definitely better than its competitor, Michaels.  Prices are cheaper and if you sign up for their mailing list online, you'll get an email coupon for 40%, sometimes 50%, off almost every week.  Don't miss the midnight madness sales either.  The store…

Martignetti Liquors

64 Cross St
Boston, MA 02113

Shannon B. writes: Holy crap. I effing love this liqour store. After walking by it almost every day for 2 years without venturing inside, I decided to scope out the beer selection inside, just in case they had my favorite Publick House style beers for sale. Lucky me, I…

Pressed Sandwiches
Neighborhood: Central Square

736 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Tom W. writes: The new location in Central Square is just as good as the Boston location, and much less crowded, at least for now. It also has much more convenient hours, being open "late" (also known in dowtown as after 3pm) and on weekends.

Panini is one of those…

Cafe Sushi
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

1105 Massachusetts Ave
Ste 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

Matt W. writes: Fresh....check!
Tasty....double check!
Affordable....check!
Presentation....check!
Staff....check check!

In Harvard Square you will find no sushi better than CAfe Sushi. Sure, you will find better sushi elsewhere in the world but Cafe Sushi fills the…

The Prime Deli

580 South St
Waltham, MA 02453

Lindsay K. writes: Standard sandwich shop with a very friendly staff behind the counter and ample seating.  Fair prices and really good food make it both a Brandeis and local Walthamite favorite spot to chow down.  They even take Who Cash.  Added bonus: Delivery!…

Asahi

168 Essex St
Salem, MA 01970

Josie M. writes: Decent sushi and salad.  Tempura was a little on the greasy side.  Nice location on the Pedestrian Mall in Salem.  Wait staff was very friendly.

Ken's Ramen House
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1 Brighton Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Annie P. writes: The closest to real Japanese ramen I've had is probably Sapporo Ichiban packages. So I'm just a passerby reviewing my tastebuds.
Bowl of piping noodles in my cold face sounded like a dream come true... except it wasn't served so hot that I was doing…

Viga Italian Eatery and Caterer
Neighborhood: Downtown

291 Devonshire St
Boston, MA 02110

Vanessa C. writes: 5 stars? you betcha!
and here's why:

for being so cheap, no matter how much I order I never spend more than $10.
for moving the lunch crowd through so fast.
for actually having good meatballs!
for accepting my visa card.
for having little baskets of yummie…

O'Hara's

1185 Walnut Street
Newton, MA 02456

Robyn L. writes: This is the closest pub to my office, yet I never feel like I'm settling for it just because of its proximity. This is a top-notch Irish pub with a great menu and very friendly staff (quite a few are actually Irish).

I like the bar a lot more than…

A-Wines
Neighborhood: Inman Square

1300 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

stephanie t. writes: A Wines should really be called A Beers. Agreed that Downtown Liquors has a better selection, but when you live on the east side of Cambridge and you have no car and you are a bit of a beer snob, you are pretty psyched about A Wines. Good selection…

Hi-Rise At the Blacksmith House
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

56 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Sasha R. writes: Another installation of my tramp abroad (and by "abroad" I mean across the river) as Faux Intellecutelle extraordinaire comes to you courtesy of Hi- Rise at the Blacksmith House.  It happens to be located right in the same creaky old building where I…

PetEdge

483 Wildwood Avenue
Woburn, MA 01801

Ann M. writes: We're on our fourth giant messy dog, and this place has been a life (and nose and carpet saver)  When we got our first newf, the breeder shoved a catalog at us and said "you'll need this"  Once you buy, though, you get tons of catalogs until the end…

Mother Anna's
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

211 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

TOM M. writes: I go to Mother Anna's several times a year. Food is excellent, IF you go with a bunch of people call ahead you can order family style. We had Chick Parm, eggplant, soups, antipasto........ The service is excellent. The wait staffs timing is perfect.…

Piccolo Nido
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

257 North Street
Boston, MA 02113

kelly s. writes: This is one of the better restaurants in the North End for a high-end dinner experience short of going to Mamma Maria.  It's more convivial as well.  It's off the beaten track, which makes it a lot more relaxing to spend a long dinner.  Don't miss…

Max's Deli Cafe
Neighborhood: Financial District

151 Milk St
Boston, MA 02109

Anastasia R. writes: I just ordered a pastries platter and a fruit platter from Max's for my work. The reason they get any of my business is based solely on that fact that I found some cream puffs in the break room and hounded every event coordinating department till…