Modern Rotisserie

We were striking out for walking into dinner on a weekend night in Needham before finding Cook…read more Staff were attentive and had space for our party of 5. Service was friendly and efficient and was able to accommodate our request for the fried chicken to be grilled instead. We found all our dishes to be enjoyable in flavor and a good portion to be full but not stuffed.

Great quality all around from what I tried from here via delivery:…read moreDips & Pita (very good) Tomato & Mozarella Pizza (with chicken) Homemade carrot cake (incredible but very filling) Shrimp scampi (great!)

Full stocked bar with plenty of seating

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

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Blue On Highland

3.4(314 reviews)

1.5 mi

I completely underestimated this spot…read more Stopped in for an early dinner. Ordered the mussels, arugula salad, and king sized prime rib, which came with broccoli. We swapped out the roasted potatoes for mashed red potatoes. (Prime rib is only available on weekends) Everything was 10/10. Beers are a bit expensive ($12-14). In the future we'll plan on splitting a bottle of wine. The wine list had options for $35-50. We'll be back!

Nice cafe/restaurant. We went as a group of 6 and needed a reservation for 5:30 on a Wednesday…read morebecause they were busy. Menu has a good variety of food listed. I tried the chicken Milanese. Others at the table got shrimp scampi, salads, and nachos. My chicken dish was really tasty, not too heavy, and the lemon butter sauce was good with a nicely made but slightly bland risotto. The scampi dish was good with a very strong garlic taste (not for those looking for gentle flavor). Service was friendly. Ambiance was relaxed and everyone was talking. Lots of items on the menu looked good for sharing.

Caesar Salad

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Mushroom and swiss burger with Parmesan Fries

District 118 Kitchen and Bar

I had the veggie burger for lunch today and really enjoyed it. The patty was quite thick and…read moresatisfying, and the side of sweet potato fries was excellent--perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was a great meal overall.

Ambiance 5 Menu 3…read moreMusic 5 Location 4 Service. 1 It is tucked off the main drag. I had seen it before. Otherwise I would have driven right by. They have a limited menu but an extensive selection of scotch and wine. I sat at the bar where the bartender could have cared Lee if I was there. He spent all his time catering to group at the end of the bar. I had to get up and ask the waitress to check on my cheeseburger. The bartender just did not care. I thought the price for a simple cheeseburger at 22.00 as steep. There was nothing special about it. Cheese, hamburger, bun and some jalapeño relish. Take your chances just don't sit at the bar instead sit at a table where the service is better.

Classic Caesar Salad

Coconut margarita

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Buttonwood

4.5(135 reviews)

0.9 mi

The Brick Chicken absolutely delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. The…read moreatmosphere was lively but still comfortable, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great night out. A huge highlight was Kristen behind the bar, she was fantastic. Friendly, attentive, and clearly skilled at what she does, she made the experience even better. Her margaritas were spot on, perfectly balanced, refreshing, and easily some of the best I've had. Between the great service, inviting vibe, and top-quality drinks, Buttonwood is definitely a place I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend stopping in and grabbing a cocktail from Kristen, you won't be disappointed.

Came here on a breezy summer evening. The street patio was closed, table seating was booked but…read moreplenty of seats at the bar. The bar tender was nice enough and the drinks were good. The bar tender was patient as we tried to figure out what to get. Eventually ordered but I didn't get to hear about the specials until I heard another patron ask. So don't forget to ask for the specials! Got the mussels, they were on the salty side. The spaghetti was tasty, the small size is great paired with some appetizer. If not; the full size is perfect for dinner. They have desserts because I saw others get offered the dessert menu. I was not so fortunate.

Outdoor dining with our fancy new patio tower heaters

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Chicken Wings

Farmstead Table

3.8(322 reviews)

1.8 mi

•$$$

I had a wonderful dinner here with my Mom. We sat at the bar and enjoyed our conversation with the…read morebartender. We shared the Winter salad to start, which was delicious with very fresh lettuce and a flavorful dressing. My Mom opted for the Shitake Mushroom Dumplings, which were delicious, and I had the Lemon sole. They have a full bar, curated wine list and several non-alcoholic beverage options. I opted for a sparking hibiscus and rose drink that was very unusual and good. Farmstead remains one of my go to restaurants when I'm in town as the food is locally sourced and dependable, the service is excellent and the space is intimate. It's a great local spot!

Our favorite Newton restaurant for fine dining. We go for special occasions. Popovers are famous…read more Everything else is fresh and delicious, we have never had a meal there that was less than excellent.

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Popover basket with jam and butter (keep this one for breakfast!)

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Farmstead Table pandemic patio with heaters for the fall 10/2022

The Farmhouse

4.0(286 reviews)

2.3 mi

•$$$

I'll make this short. Lovely back yard setting, very nice &…read morefriendly service. Food was excellent, presentation was great. Well made drinks. We were 6 people, bill was around 380..with the tax, tip & recommended 4% for the kitchen staff, another 80 in fees, which kills me after traveling through Europe fairly often. So 440 total. Way to much for one drink each for 5 of us, no drink for the 6th, no bottle of wine, split 1 app 7 olives, no coffee, 2 desserts. Way too pricey. When did 34-38 dollar entrees become the norm ? I would never return for one reason..that 4% tip for the kitchen. Pay your back of the house staff from those $$$$ entrees. Perhaps another idea is to take a % off each $15+ cocktail and pay their kitchen staff with it. I have not seen this done in years..absolutely no where. During the height of Covid, yes. But it faded away rather quickly and left a bad taste in everyone's mouth. Also, I'd recommend lighter plates, those poor ladies hauling in those large & heavy dishes is not a good look.

Last night, we decided to dine at Farmhouse in Needham before the Great Hall Concert…read more When we walked in, we were impressed by the pleasant atmosphere, and throughout the evening we found the service to be very good. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the setting or the prices. We started with the $34 charcuterie board. For that price, we were surprised by how little meat was included, along with only a few measly crackers. We ordered additional bread because there simply wasn't enough to accompany the charcuterie--and were then surprised to find a $4 charge for bread and butter. The wine by the glass was also extremely expensive. My wife ordered the chicken Milanese. The salad and sauce served with it were quite good, but unfortunately the chicken cutlet itself was very dry. For dessert, we decided to try the butterscotch pudding. It could not have been more uneventful. The pudding had virtually no discernible butterscotch flavor--or much flavor at all--and what appeared to be canned whipped cream did nothing to improve it. Farmhouse has a pleasant atmosphere and very good service, but considering the quality of the food, portion sizes, and prices, we left disappointed. -- 2 out of 5 stars

Busy Saturday night cloud

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Dunn-Gaherin’s Food and Spirits

4.4(447 reviews)

0.6 mi

Gotta take out a fish sandwich and the Wednesday night turkey special fish sandwich was good. The…read moreturkey special was great. Three big pieces of turkey container of gravy mashed potatoes, squash, stuffing cranberry sauce very good. It was takeout. So i Didn't spend much time in the restaurant, but it looked pretty nice as well as they had a very nice outside seating waitress that took my order was quite pleasant actually got to meet one of the owners lived in the same area in Connecticut that I lived when I grew up.

One of the great Irish pubs in the Boston area. Over the last 30 years, we have seen this evolve…read moreinto a classic pub. Inside, there is Boston memorabilia and distinctly Irish feel with sports, street signs, pictures and references to Ireland. The service is friendly. The food has been consistent and good. The bar is wonderful and quaint. A pint of Guinness never disappoints. I so wanted this to be 5. We Iived in the neighborhood years ago, and would walk to Dunn's especially when we thought I could remodel the kitchen and were without it for six months. The place and service is a 5. The cheesy potato wedges as an app was awesome. The seafood cakes are excellent and a good value. The meatloaf is a little bland and the accompanying broccoli was tough and I didn't finish it. The mash potatoes and gravy are always excellent. The food doesn't seem to be as differentiated as in the past. Overall, Dunn's is a wonderful experience!

Bar interior

Great place - what a find

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Sycamore

4.3(355 reviews)

1.9 mi

•$$$

I've been going to Sycamore since I first discovered it in 2014. Back then, it was on my way home…read morefrom work, and I'd stop in a couple times a month--sometimes more. Post-COVID, life looks a little different. I've changed jobs and moved to another town, so it's no longer the easy drop-in it once was. Still, I make a point to come back at least every few months. What hasn't changed is the consistency. This remains one of the most reliably excellent restaurants in the Boston area, and still one of my all-time top five--while others that once held that spot haven't quite held up. One thing has changed, though: the Ghost of Mary. Scotty, the former bar manager, created what's still my favorite cocktail of all time. When he left, the drink left with him (by mutual agreement), and while he generously shared the recipe with me, I've never quite managed to recreate it at home. It was clearly meant to be made by the expert. That said, Sycamore hasn't missed a beat. The space is still as comfortable and quirky as ever, the food remains consistently excellent, and the current bar program is in very capable hands. The cocktails are thoughtful and well-executed--just maybe don't remind me about the one I'm missing

Delicious food with great service in a warm casual restaurant! Loved the atmosphere at this…read morerestaurant. It was busy inside and out with many tables full of people enjoying their evening. We were taken care of by the owner and everything was wonderful. I started with a summer negroni. The kale and farro salad is a must try. The kale was tender and perfectly dressed. I liked the variety of textures and flavors with farro, pinenuts, currants and cheese. The grilled flat iron steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare-tender full of flavor. The housemade orecchiette with lamb sausage ragu was meaty and savory. So good. Finished the evening with two desserts. The chocolate cake and beignets. I love the combination of chocolate and berries. The dense chocolatey cake was served with strawberry ice cream and a sweet raspberry sauce. The warm sugared beignets were light and fluffy and soaked up the milk jam. Yum! A delicious evening and I would love to come back!!

Marinated Olives

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Chorizo Croquettas

O'Hara's Food & Spirits

4.2(448 reviews)

0.9 mi

Amazing braised beef with mashed potatoes and bloody Mary…read more. Easy going atmosphere. With comfy seats.

I live in the area and had always driven by O'Hara's many times. It was my daughter's birthday, and…read morewe were driving home from her optometrist's appointment, when we were again about to pass by, but I decided to finally stop in, at the last moment, and I'm glad I did! We sat at the bar, since it was mid afternoon. The bartender was quite friendly and served us well. The bar, and the restaurant, had a warm and cozy feeling. I had one of the hamburgers with a mix of French fries and onion rings (server's suggestion) and it was medium rare, just as I had ordered it. It was quite delicious and filling. My daughter had cheese pizza, which looked okay (I didn't try it). All in all, I will be dropping in again!

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Steak tips

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Conrad's Restaurant

3.6(31 reviews)

2.0 mi

We tried Conrad's in Needham tonight and were really impressed. It's a cozy local spot that's part…read moreof a small chain, but it still has a neighborhood feel. I ordered the Bourbon Steaktips Tortellini -- tender bourbon-marinated steak tips served over cheese tortellini in a rich truffle cream sauce with spinach and red peppers, topped with shaved parmesan and toasted garlic bread. Everything was cooked perfectly. The steak tips were incredibly tender, and the bourbon flavor paired surprisingly well with the creamy sauce and perfectly al dente tortellini. Service was excellent from start to finish, and our waitress was attentive and friendly all night. They also have a very solid beer list -- seeing Maine Beer Co. Peepers on tap was a nice bonus. Overall, a really great find and definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

A decent restaurant for family meals when you are too tired to cook at home. Lots of tables, good…read morelighting and TVs in the booths. The steak tips were the best thing we ordered. The Reuben was good, not excellent, and was quite large, so I took 1/2 home. And the clam chowder was served in a big bowl, but the recipe needed more potato and clam, less flour. Still, this was world's better than my cooking, so I'll be back to other things on the menu. And, the people who work here are lovely. It makes the entire experience enjoyable.

Bourbon Steak Tip Tortellini

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