Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston

Best Restaurants for People Watching in Dedham

Price
Cuisine
Regions
Neighborhoods
Top Rated
Dining Options
Seating Options
Accessibility

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1466)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Boston
Booked 46 times today
Located in the heart of South Boston, Lincoln is a classic American tavern that offers guests a welcoming combination of home-spun, American fare alongside a wide variety of rustic, wood-fire-grilled specialties.Built with the intention of being a comfortable meeting spot for locals looking to share stories at the end of their long day, Lincoln draws inspiration from it’s surrounding, hard-working, and uniquely American neighborhood.Revitalizing a nearly forgotten West Broadway space that at one time housed the area’s only department store, Lincoln feels nostalgic. It’s open-air, tiled-floor cafe, grande bar, and soaring, original tin ceilings remind us of a time when dining halls and supper clubs were a way of life.
A photo of Abe & Louie’s - Boston restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(9168)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Back Bay
Booked 120 times today
Abe & Louie’s, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is the epitome of a classic steakhouse. The iconic establishment sets the standard for elegant dining with superior service, charm, and appeal in a timeless sophisticated atmosphere. Abe & Louie’s, known for premium steaks, serves classic dishes, fresh seafood, shareable sides, and an award-winning wine list. Abe & Louie’s offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.
A photo of Beehive restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7118)
Price: Expensive
• American • South End
Booked 41 times today
The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.
A photo of Contessa - Boston restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(70)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 80 times today
Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.
A photo of Branch Line restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2580)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 23 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!
A photo of La Voile restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5472)
Price: Expensive
• French • Back Bay
Booked 53 times today
La Voile is an authentic French brasserie, opened in Cannes in 1947. After a few years under a new ownership, it relocated to Boston in 2007.
A photo of Eva restaurant
4.4
Awesome(435)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Back Bay
Booked 30 times today
Please note that our patio is seated on a first come first serve basis; all tables are set for a 90 minute reservation limit.Eva means full of life. It is also the initials to my children, Elias & Vivian Aboujaoude, who are my life. Eva is a space designed to be welcoming and bright, a place for great food, refreshing cocktails and lively conversation. All while sitting back to enjoy and observe the hustle & bustle of beautiful, historic Newbury Street from one of the largest outdoor patios.
A photo of Blue Ribbon Brasserie restaurant
4.4
Awesome(260)
Price: Expensive
• American • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 25 times today
Blue Ribbon Brasserie is built on the vision that originated over 30 years ago in New York City's SoHo at the legendary original Blue Ribbon, well known as the restaurant "where chefs go to eat." Blue Ribbon is also famously ready to serve here in Boston!The space is highlighted by a 70-foot white Carrera marble bar, an oyster bar, and a 16-seat private dining room. The soaring interior has been designed as a collection of intimate dining spaces featuring cozy leather banquettes, shaded table lamps and bistro tables, and a light-filled solarium with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out into the neighborhood and beckon inside the Boston community and visitors alike.
A photo of Little Whale restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(755)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Back Bay
Booked 12 times today
Little Whale Oyster Bar is a Classic New England Seafood Restaurant and Raw Bar from Chef Michael Serpa on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay. An ode to the seaside clamshacks are raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a casual neighborhood spot focusing on local products and seafood friendly wines.
A photo of Joe’s On Newbury restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3008)
Price: Expensive
• American • Back Bay
Booked 68 times today
Joe’s on Newbury, located on Boston’s historic Newbury Street, offers the comfort food you crave. A staple in the Back Bay for over 35 years, the popular spot serves a New England inspired menu featuring classic dishes and an extensive beverage list. Joe’s on Newbury offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating as well as an enclosed patio, giving diners the feel of being outside all year long. Delivery and take-out options available.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • Juliavip
    Greater Boston •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The staff is very accommodating and food and drinks were outstanding! From salad and starters to fish, chicken, ribs - everything had great flavor and was really enjoyable. We’ll definitely come back!
    More info
    Branch LinePrice: Moderate• American• Watertown
    4.7
  • Christopher
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We visited this restaurant on a Saturday night for dinner. We arrived about 20 minutes before our reservation, but they kindly accommodated us early. The bar was quite lively with a lot of people drinking and socializing. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, you might want to avoid going here on a Saturday night. The entire restaurant was festively decorated with a large Christmas tree and wreaths throughout. The service was excellent, and our waitress was very attentive. The food was a bit pricey, but still delicious. We ordered the Lincoln burger ($17) and the sausage and burrata pappardelle ($25). Overall, it was a great place, and I highly recommend trying it out.
    More info
    Lincoln Tavern and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• South Boston
    4.7
  • JEFFREY
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Just a great vibe at the Beehive. We went for the first time on Thanksgiving. Great food (and generous portions) friendly and efficient service and fantastic live music. We will be back for sure!
    More info
    BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
    4.5
  • Edward
    New York City •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    I took some friend/clients for dinner. The night started with a very warm welcoming from Jimmy up front. He is such a great guy. We then were seated at a great table in dining room. Our server was Bobby. He was outstanding and really enhanced our experience. The food , service and ambience was excellent and will definitely be back soon. Jimmy and Bobby are a huge asset to your company.
    More info
    Abe & Louie’s - BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Back Bay
    4.8
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The entire experience was beyond expectations! Every aspect of our dinner was excellent. The view, the food, the service! One of the appetizers, the meatballs, is one of the most rich and flavorful dishes that we have ever had the pleasure of eating!!
    More info
    Contessa - BostonPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
    4.7
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo