Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in West Newton

188 restaurants available nearby

1. The Bluebird Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Newton

Booked 5 times today

Located directly across the street from the West Newton Cinema serving lunch, brunch & dinner. The Bluebird Bar features a thoughtful offering of delicious beer, curated wine, and superb craft cocktails. We spin vinyl records, and have 3 TVs for watching sports! Patio dining is available in the warmer months.Featuring $1 oysters from 3-5 DAILY!

2. Sycamore

4.9

Exceptional(2734)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newton

Booked 19 times today

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

3. Buttonwood

4.6

Exceptional(947)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newton

Booked 13 times today

Buttonwood is a neighborhood restaurant in Newton Highlands that serves rustic American food. Our bar focuses on local craft beers, classic cocktails, and small-production wines. We serve the full dinner menu at our bar and counter seats, and encourage walk-in parties for the bar and dining room. For our most up-to-date menu please visit us at buttonwoodnewton.com .

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4. Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut Hill

4.3

Awesome(5232)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Chestnut Hill

Booked 63 times today

Our two-story fish emporium elevates the 40-year legacy of our original location in Chestnut Hill (a few doors down from where we are now). Here we feature a large raw bar, open kitchen and glass-enclosed lounge. In warmer months, we retract the lounge’s glass walls and ceiling for drinking under the sun or stars. And we open our patio, overlooking Hammond Pond, for al fresco dining. Join us upstairs at our restaurant or shop our fish market on the first floor.

5. Tempo

4.7

Exceptional(2273)

Price: Moderate

• American • Waltham

Booked 4 times today

Outdoor Dining at Tempo is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ONLY!Don't see a reservation available...give us a call!Tempo offers downtown quality and atmosphere in a convenient suburban location on, Moody Street in Waltham known as "Restaurant Row". The menu features a wide variety of fresh seafood, great cuts of meat, chicken, duck, and truly has something for everyone. Tempo is excellent for a date, great for groups, and the bar is a perfect place for singles and people watching. The cuisine rivals higher-priced alternatives and the staff is welcoming and eager to please. The bar offers the largest selection around and the wine list pricing is the best in Waltham. We have a gorgeous private dining room that is perfect for events, corporate dinners, holiday parties and graduation celebrations. If you haven't visited us we promise you won't regret it!

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6. The Capital Grille - Chestnut Hill

4.8

Exceptional(4511)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Chestnut Hill

Booked 53 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

7. Farmstead Table

4.6

Exceptional(2233)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Newton

Booked 22 times today

Farmstead Table is a neighborhood gem, with reviews raving about its fresh, well-prepared food and excellent service. With a cozy and intimate atmosphere, it's a place where you can enjoy a delicious meal in a relaxed setting. The restaurant's commitment to using fresh, local ingredients and its French-inspired American dishes make it a standout in Newton. Reviewers love it so much they often come back, and it's often recommended by locals.

8. Branch Line

4.7

Exceptional(2576)

Price: Moderate

• American • Watertown

Booked 29 times today

Hi Friends!Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality. Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

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9. The Cottage Wellesley

4.5

Awesome(2855)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Wellesley

Booked 42 times today

The Cottage, an upscale-meets-casual eatery in Linden Square Wellesley known for dependable, fresh, SoCal inspired menu options.We partnered with Taniya Nayak, a featured interior designer on popular Food Network programs such as ‘Restaurant Impossible’ to transform the once light-flooded, beach-like, SoCal atmosphere to a warm, lively, and New England-comfort interior. Enjoy an emphasis on natural woods, live greenery, and pops of welcomed fresh color in the new interior and brand.The Cottage will remain the same tried-and-true neighborhood eatery with a re-defined focus on local, fresh, and honest product, for the whole family, every day. The Cottage Wellesley’s new menu is created by Culinary Director, Peter Hansen, who brings his vast experience from all over the world to Wellesley, MA. In his career, Hansen has appeared on six episodes of Iron Chef and has worked alongside incredible culinary talent such as Michael White and Bobby Flay.

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10. Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.1

Excellent(2091)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Waltham

Booked 6 times today

Solea offers diners a taste of the culinary heritage of Spain right in the heart of Moody Street. Since opening our doors in 2001, we’ve made it our mission to give the Metro West area a reason to look forward to sunset every day of the week. Solea offers an array of Spanish tapas, four types of paella as well as house made churros. We make all sangria in house and offer either by the glass or by the pitcher. Stop by to try our Gambas al Ajillo!Solea is located in downtown Waltham, MA. We are in the heart of Waltham's restaurant row. City parking lots and street parking are readily available. Solea is close to both Bentley and Brandeis Universities. We are at the corner of Moody and Cushing Streets. We are 4 blocks from the Fitchburg Rail Line.Solea now offers delivery thru our website via DoorDash!

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Myra
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The place was full and buzzing ….. still our waiter was friendly, attentive and efficient. Our food came quickly and was delicious!
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Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut HillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Chestnut Hill
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4.3
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Breanne
Greater Boston •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food as exceptional, per usual! I hope they offer physical menus again. I do not want to pull out my phone at dinner. Also, I was sat by the door for the first time and it was freezing. I will request a seat away from the door going forward. Overall, Tempo is our FAVORITE and we will be back!
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TempoPrice: Moderate• American• Waltham
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4.7
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Elizabeth
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and service. The staff was very helpful and conscientious about my food restrictions.
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The Bluebird BarPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• West Newton
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4.5
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Alex
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My girlfriend and I had an amazing experience last night at Sycamore celebrating our 1 year anniversary. We were greeted with warm smiles and 2 glasses of champagne by the owner, Brian. As non-drinkers, we kindly declined them but we were so thankful for the thoughtful gesture. We were sat down at our requested table to relive our first date which made for a special evening. Incredible service, delicious food, and romantic ambiance. We love Sycamore and can’t wait to come back again next year.
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SycamorePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newton
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4.9
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Stevevip
Greater Boston •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Everything was delicious, especially the beets appetizer and the risotto. Not a lot of vegetarian options on the menu, but they will modify menu items to accommodate vegetarians. Overall, a lovely place for dinner.
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ButtonwoodPrice: Expensive• American• Newton
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4.6

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188 restaurants available nearby

1. The Bluebird Bar

2. Sycamore

3. Buttonwood

4. Legal Sea Foods - Chestnut Hill

5. Tempo

6. The Capital Grille - Chestnut Hill

7. Farmstead Table

8. Branch Line

9. The Cottage Wellesley

10. Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar

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