Boston Breakfast & Brunch

Romantic

1. Caffe La Scala

Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

in a mediterranean/european haze of romantic cafes, amazing food, beautiful architecture... anyway, caffe la scala's quite decent espresso and simple charm made the transition back to the good ol us...

2. Lantana Cafe

grilled celery- who knew?), free of charge.  The ambiance is romantic and eclectic. I can't even describe it- you'll have to check it out for yourself!...

3. City Girl Cafe

Neighborhood: Inman Square

apprehensive about trying this place because it was empty at 8pm on a Saturday night? But, we had a terrific meal and being the only two in there actually made it quite romantic. They were playing really pretty...

4. The Paramount

Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

and dinner. Its a great place to go on a date. Very romantic at night! The only reason I didn't give The Paramount 5 stars is because it can get quite hot in there in the summer. Especially if you...

5. Ryles

Neighborhood: Inman Square

picks.  The huge tower of nachos delivered to the table next to me seemed to satisfy, and if you're not part of a pair enjoying a romantic table for two, word is there's dancing upstairs as well....

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Wine Selection

1. Trident Booksellers…

Neighborhood: Back Bay

I think the prices are inflated for what you get.  I probably won't go back for foodage, but I'd like to check out the book selection....

2. Metropolis Cafe

Neighborhood: South End

Very good food, great wine selection, but still not a 5-star restaurant.    Warm and cozy room - beautiful exposed brick (not uncommon here in Boston) complemented by a warm Georgian brick paint job...

3. Lantana Cafe

for that.  The menu has a good wine selection as well as a great selection of dishes.  Pastas, salads, meats, seafood etc... A combo of Italian dishes and more Greek Mediterranean type dishes.  All very...

4. City Girl Cafe

Neighborhood: Inman Square

sproutin' up everywhere, slammin' panini pressed sandwiches and an hot selection of cold beverages.  It is like I wrote the menu while I was day dreaming my ideal lunch place.  So, why the 3 stars?  CGC...

5. The Thirsty Scholar…

selection, along with the food, is decent.  The nachos are awesome, as are the chicken fingers (not a delicacy and hard to screw up, but still).  The burgers are good, and the Irish food selection (shep's...

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