Another 10/10 visit to Tonino in the books!…read more It's such a hard reservation to get, but so worth it. I'm actually getting salivating while posting this review and looking back at my food pictures. I get the Eggplant & Ricotta Pizza as my appetizer and the Rigatoni Amatriciana as my entree each time I go - because they're consistently amazing. The service is always warm and friendly, and I also love the music playlist they play. Believe the hype & come to Tonino!!

People rave about this place being better than the north end; I would say it's definitely more…read moreoriginal, and the approach to food is much more intentional. However, I don't know that it lived up to the hype that I anticipated. We got the pizza Bianca with ricotta with hot honey, which was basically just like plain toasted focaccia and ricotta (wasn't anything to write home about). The taleggio was 100% our least favorite and we didn't even finish half. We had asked the waiter to describe taste profile, which they said was a "little funky" and had asked for clarification if it was closer to blue cheese. Once it arrived, it was like a verrrrrry strong/stinky Brie on the inside. The balsamic didn't really contribute to the taste at all. Sad that we didn't like this/kinda made me feel yucky after eating. The cavatelli was very good- nice light creamy sauce with the sausage and bitter broccolini. Very well balanced. Forgot to take a pic of the tiramisu but it was good, too! It's kinda salty (they add sea salt to the top). Drink menu was limited. Had two different glasses of red wine but wish they had something more full bodied on the menu!

Friendly staff, great salads and fresh pizza that doesn't leave you feeling bloated. Love the…read morehomemade rice crispy treat at the end of your meal! Great location just feet from the Greenline Chill vibe! Very "garage band-esque" feel Bathrooms need a facelift.

Super cool vibe here and the service is excellent! I was so impressed with the two pages of vegan…read moreoptions on the menu and the food was superb. I had the vegan margarita pizza and I have to say that they had the best vegan cheese I've had in a long time. It wasn't overly sticky or oily. It was perfect! I highly recommend this place. You'll have good food and a good time.

I have to come back here at some point and get a full pie - my husband recently got a plain slice…read moreand it was divine. Heavenly. The flavor of the sauce was excellent, the crust was crisp in the best way, and the pizza tasted freshly made. I wish I had not already eaten before we arrived, else I would have snagged my own slice! The options for different flavors looked tantalizing, too.

I never thought I'd be willing to choose a local pizza store over a slice of Costco pizza. But here…read moreI was after getting a drink from a nearby bar. The drink and the pizza paired beautifully. I got a slice of cheese pizza since that was the only pizza I could order a single slice for. The portion size was generous, and the pizza tasted wonderful. I wish I could try a slice of their seasonal pizzas instead of only having cheese pizza. The interior was cozy, and the kitchen was open. This place would be wonderful during a cold Boston winter. Plenty of space to sit if the weather outside is permitting.

Pizza Roma generously donated to the nearby elementary school for our annual cultural event this…read moreyear - they are a huge supporter of the local community. Check them out for good pizza!!

My wife called to ask about the ingredients in the pizza dough and toppings because our toddler has…read morean egg allergy. Instead of being treated respectfully, she was put on hold and could hear an employee saying, "OMG, she asks ten thousand questions about tomato and cheese." That was extremely rude and disappointing. Families dealing with food allergies are simply trying to keep their children safe. We also felt the dismissive attitude may have been influenced by my wife's accent, which made the experience even worse. We expected basic kindness and professionalism, especially when asking important allergy-related questions. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling disrespected and unwelcome.

Reasonable prices and fresh food, also good service and clean throughout…read more Finally, they do a nice job keeping in touch via text message.

I ordered a Hawaain Pizza for take out. It was my first time ordering. I went off the pictures on…read moretheir web page. The pizza looked like a well done bar pizza with the crispy crust. The pizza didn't reflect the picture. It had crispy crust but it had salty deli ham that was not chopped fine. The mozzarella bland and heavy. No oregano or seasoning. The ham saltiness over powered the can pineapple and the dough not and sauce not very flavorful. Maybe they're better on pepperoni and cheese cuz how can you go wrong with that? Maybe better products. This is just one opinion but another person my differ don't take my word for it everyone has different taste buds. The gentleman who handed me my pizza was very friendly but the place was very quiet.

Food was incredible- the flavors! The fries fried in duck fat were so crispy and delicious. I loved…read morethe bun and chicken fried rice was original and so flavorful. Atmosphere was romantic with creative lighting. Wait staff was attentive. Loved it and would go again.

My experience at Brighton Bodega delighted, impressed, and inspired…read more The restaurant (yes, restaurant, it's not actually a bodega) has an unassuming exterior, but once you're in, you realize it's much bigger on the inside. It has a cozy and warm feel. While the initial presentation is a bit scripted and stilted - it's fusion tapas, not rocket science - the staff here is great. Our server knew the menu well, and the host seated us quickly. The food blew me away, though. The Brussels sprouts were savory with a paneer-like cheese accompanying them, and the Mediterranean dips were unique and flavorful with crispy homemade bread to boot, but my favorite dish was the cauliflower au gratin. The cheese sauce was just salty enough, and the cauliflower maintained a great texture. I can't wait to bring my friends here.

You had me at Spiced Carrot Soup!…read more Jinny's Pizzeria located in Newton Centre and steps away from where I work is the place to be. With excellent pizza, service and a great cocktail and wine menu, everything they offer is excellent. We have been only a few times mainly because this place gets so jam packed that it is hard to get a table. Small, quaint and cute neightborhood gem. You can tell all the locals flock to this place every weekend. The bar is also perfect to grab a quick bite and it is first come first serve. Move over Tatte because this Spiced Carrot Soup was phenomenal. And, I mean it. From asking the owner to "how do I make this at home" to practically wanting to order another bowl. And, don't get me started on their homemade foccacia bread that came with it. Every dunk of this bread into the luscious soup had me craving more and more. Best part, I was actually full. Hallelujah! All I have to say is head to Jinny's for their pizza, but don't forget they have a whole menu to choose from as well. And, everything tastes great and is nice and fresh. You will definitely stay awhile eating and drinking here at this cozy spot. Cheers~

One of the very best pizza spots in and around Newton!…read more The dough is amazing. It's soft and pillowy, just how I like my crust. Everything is fired in a wood oven, that you can get a full view of in the open concept kitchen. Seating is pretty limited, but in the summer there are a few outdoor tables. It's a great spot for take out as well, although parking can be a challenge at peak times. The pizza is a smaller size and runs north of $20. It's worth it, but more for the artisan pizza taste and quality. This likely isn't the place you're going to buy 10 pizzas for the SuperBowl, but if you're looking for high quality ingredients and the perfect dough, this is your spot. The available specialty pizzas are great combinations of flavors. I think they even do one with pineapple, as controversial as that is for some people. I saw the Rosso Pie online, but not on the menu when I went to dine-in. The friendly waiter was more than happy to request it for me from the kitchen. Sometimes I like a pie with no cheese on it. Difficult to find great pizza in MA, but this place fits the bill. Great pizza, great people.

Kitche pizza place with wood fired pizza. Eclectic decor and delicious pizza. We had the sausage…read moreand carmelized onion and Brussels sprouts. Fantastic! And the bill came with a little home made Rice Krispie bite. 100% would come back next time we're here.

They had a lot of vegan pizza and appetizer options, which is always great to see…read more We got the vegan meatball pizza & the vegan mushroom and caramelized onion pizza. The great was great, and the vegan cheese was some of the better I've had on pizza. The meatballs didn't really taste like meatballs, but they were yummy. We enjoyed both pizzas, but didn't feel blown away. The vegan potato bombs were yummy, though--delicious sauce. Overall, a good experience!