A local favorite in Stoneham. We got there early and thank goodness cause this place fills up fast…read more Service was amazing. Drink orders taken, then food. The appetizers were fantastic. Especially the home made biscuits. These were amazing. Hot, flaky, very much home made with a maple butter that is sinful. Entrees were mushroom tortellini and eggplant parm. Both portions were large and delicious. Very classic red sauce restaurant. For dessert it was limoncello cake and tiramisu. Both, light and tasty. If you want to stay local and have good Italian food, with a very nice ambiance, then this is the place. FYI -- park behind the building, there's plenty of free space and take the elevator up. And do make a reservation.

It's been a while since I've visited Gaetano's. It won't be long before I return as this was a…read morereally delicious dinner! We started our evening in the outdoor dining area as the main dining room is a bit loud and it was a beautiful warm evening with the sun starting to set as we arrived. We salivated over the drinks menu but decided not to imbibe and save our use of calories for later. We started with the Stuffed Mushrooms, which were 5 large mushroom caps stuffed with a meatball like stuffing. They were really yummy and somehow escaped into our bellies before I could get a picture. Whoops. For entrees, we ordered the Pasta Louise (penne with chicken, artichoke hearts, and more n a creamy sauce) and Steak Pasta (penne with thin slices of steak, feta, and a light dressing). Both were delicious. The Pasta Louise is popular for a good reason - it is full of flavor and definitely worth ordering again! The steak pasta was good with a much milder flavor profile. The ingredients for everything tasted fresh. The only disappointment was the bread and butter which was a white scali-style bread with little plastic butter packets; I prefer dipping olive oil and spices with a heartier bread. The service was prompt, personal, and friendly. The main indoor space is a bit loud for my taste, so I will prefer to go again when I know I can sit at one of the pleasant outdoor tables. Of the many Italian restaurants in the area, this has been here for decades with good reason - they have a solid business. Enjoy!

Reliably great food and service. I've been here a number of times for lunch and dinner, and it…read morenever disappoints. The menu only lists "Oysters" but on our bill our half-dozen order was listed as 2x of three different kinds, we'll be sure to ask which specific oysters are available next time and take our pick! Significant parking lot, but it's shared with a number of other businesses so sometimes you have a park a slight walk away from the door.

I wish I visited Surf sooner! It's a great spot for sit-down seafood! It was beautifully decorated…read moreand the service was good. What We Got: - Baked Seafood Trio: Subbed the veggie for asparagus. Enjoyed the scallop, shrimp, and haddock combination. Very buttery if that's up your alley. Ginger Scallion Shrimp Burger: It was fine, nothing too amazing Clam Chowder: Very good! A little more watery if you enjoy that Mussels: Our fave dish! Love the sauce that the mussels are braised in. So good! Oysters: Fresh and tasty. Sushi: I would avoid. It's not that good and the size of the roll is super small compared to the price. Would definitely come back to try more dishes!

Food delicious Service attentive and welcoming…read more Ambiance was what you wanted All great

This is one of the most famous places in downtown Melrose. It's always packed, as it's the only…read more"white tablecloth" restaurant nearby. The food however is just OK. It's your basic Italian seafood place. There is a singular type of clientele inside, which tells you how your experience will go. We got tuna "tacos" (more like crudo) as appetizers. This was the best part of the night. The tuna was delicious. For our mains, I got the New England Bouillabaisse and my friend got a fish dish. The food was on the salty side, it's great to have this down the road instead of having to go down to north end. We ended the night with the flourless cake. Our server was very friendly! But the food was just ok. Drive a little farther and get some Mexico Lindo instead.

My party of 3 arrived around 7 on a Friday night and we're seating in about 10-15 minutes. It was a…read morebusy night, there wasn't an open space at the bar, so we were so thankful to be seated without reservations. The interior is nicely decorated, and for a smaller (than most) restaurant on a busy Friday night, we got our food and drinks pretty quickly. I ordered the Caesar salad with steak - I ordered medium well but got it well done, but the added my cooked onions to the meal and I was content. My mom and aunt ordered the short rib and they enjoyed their dishes. This is a cute place to catch up with friends, go on a date, or bring the little ones. Happy this is in the area!

I have been here twice and had a very good experience both times. This is a strong neighborhood…read morespot with a broad menu and something for everyone. There are plenty of options for food, beer, wine, and cocktails, which makes it easy for groups. Service was exceptional on both visits. Friendly, attentive, and well paced without feeling rushed. That stood out and made both meals more enjoyable. Inside, the setup is comfortable and casual with a lively but manageable atmosphere. It is a good place for a meal or just drinks. The Stones is located right in downtown Stoneham and has easy off street parking, which is a plus. On my visits, I had the cheeseburger flatbread once and a steak the other time. Both were good. When I have been in others ordered the salmon, cheeseburger, and Cobb salad, and everything looked solid. No complaints from anyone. Overall, this is a reliable and easy place to come back to. Good food, strong service, and a setting that works for a range of occasions. I would come back anytime.

Amazing food, great service! Very happy Valentines Day!Perfectly cooked bone-in prime rib with…read moredelicious sides

Tono is a wonderful place to dine. They have a great selection of food and drinks, and the ambience…read moreis wonderful, with regard to parking, keep in mind that they have a small parking lot, but other than that, you would need to find something on the street. The service here is touch and go, some of the weight staff are friendly, and there's only one that is not the best. He seems to be waiting tables often and I usually say a little prayer that I won't get him. It other than that, this is a good spot!

My favorite restaurant!!!!! Food is fantastic! Staff and service is excellent!!!!…read more Rio

i've got two words- lobster. ravioli. Best i've ever had, filled with lobster, the sauce is…read moreamazing. i've tried all the popular spots in the north end and they don't even compare. Try it, you won't regret it. Will be back for more.

Hiding in what appears to be a shared kitchen in Cummings Park is a woman owned takeout / delivery…read moresushi restaurant, focused on bringing together Japanese food with Brazilian inspiration. The chef behind this takeout / delivery sushi shop is Aline. She also appears to offer classes where she can teach you how to make your own sushi. She has been serving up Brazilian inspired sushi for 4 years. This is a new concept to me, but anything involving sushi is my cup of tea. The pickup location looks like office space when you enter, I assume the kitchen space is hiding behind the doorway. We tried a selection of the menu to get a feel for what they had to offer. Sushi offered is primarily salmon, but they've got crab stick if you're in the mood for a California roll, and some dessert sushi which we didn't try. Salmon is available raw or cooked in various rolls, hand rolls and other specialty items. Our favorite dish of the menu we tried was the salmon sashimi, it was fresh tasting salmon at a very reasonable portion size for the price. The owner/chef threw in a couple of complementary Brazilian inspired sushi items to try as well. The rice could use some additional seasoning, so hopefully by the time you give it a try this will be perfected! They are open Mon-Sat 12-3 and 5-10 in case you get hungry late.

Very nice presentation and delicious sushi and rolls. Well…read morepacked and good price! There is no dine-in option but if you are hungry you can eat outside on the stairs or in the car :)

Tried Royal Pizza and Roast Beef in Stoneham tonight for the first and last time. The attached…read morepicture is worth a thousand words. They tried to hide the burnt roll under the cheese and tartar sauce. Interesting looking pastrami. The rest of the order was plain grease.

I ordered from Royal last night and got their s'mores calzone - the description on the menu simply…read moresays chocolatey goodness - does not list the ingredients but it's s'mores so i figured it would be chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers. Turns out it was Nutella and i am severely allergic to hazelnuts. I had a horrible reaction last night. Today i called Royal to ask the ingredients. When they said Nutella, i told them they should label that since i had an allergic reaction last night. They could not have cared less. They said "yeah we need to change that next menu print." They did not apologize or care in the slightest Will never ever order from here again