Sam Adams at Logan Airport
Neighborhood: East Boston

1 Harborside Drive
Boston, MA 02128

Sam R. writes: Christ, I can't believe I'm writing reviews for restaurants INSIDE airports. But I gotta look out for my fellow travelers ...

Their cheeseburger was actually damn good - and the fries weren't your normal, run of the mill starchy tubers. Definitely had…

Enzo & Co
Neighborhood: Back Bay

135 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116

Jane L. writes: still traumatized by several helmut-head cases....
I have become very reluctant when it comes to allowing "new" stylists to cut/dye/touch/anything my hair (even my own cousin whom is a stylist for 3 years plus)

alas, my stylist of many yrs (Hot Gossip…

Bistro 5

5 Playstead Road
West Medford, MA 02155

Maggie B. writes: What a fine place!

I've been here twice now (maybe thrice) and have been very impressed that this little gem hides away in West Medford. This truly is a best of breed experience, being the best of all those fancy bistros in Boston, Cambridge and now…

Daryl Christopher Wellness Salon & Day Spa
Neighborhood: Back Bay

37 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Bridget D. writes: I heard a grumbling by my ear as steam was engulfing my face.
'Twas the tummy of my aesthetician churning in the semi-soothing space.

I came in for spa week for their  50 dollar organic facial treat.
I walked in with my face quite eager,  looking for it…

Montien
Neighborhood: Inman Square

1287 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Scott B. writes: No idea what the literal translation of "Montien" is... but if I had to guess I'd say it means "Extreme Deliciousness" or "Effin Ridiculously Badass."

The Pad Thai here is just amazing... and the service is much better than that of other Asian-themed…

Wainwright Bank & Trust Company

176 Alewife Brook Parkway
Cambridge, MA 02138

Phil D. writes: This is the best bank around. They are friendly, local, the online banking is great  (recently upgraded), and if you use automatic deposit, there are no fees. Excellent.

If you're using Bank of America or some other megabank, do yourself a favor and…

Joe's Pizza

507 Rantoul St
Beverly, MA 01915

Chloe D. writes: Joe's Pizza. The food, the memories, the grease.

My word, I can't even tell you how much of this barely tolerable garbage I've consumed over the years. As a student of one of the colleges local to the area, it was a known fact that Joe's Pizza,…

Sam & Joe's Restrnt

30 Water St
Danvers, MA 01923

Alexander M. writes: this place is spectacular.
i cant believe i didnt go here more when i lived on the north shore for many years.

since i moved back for a bit i hit this up EVERY chance i get.

I mostly hit up the take out.  
the atmosphere is very "old school bar room" and…

Marc Jacobs Collection
Neighborhood: Back Bay

81 Newbury Street
Marc by Marc Jacobs Ready-to-Wear
Boston, MA 02116

Ayanna B. writes: The collection and ready-to-wear stores are one on top of another. Downstairs, Marc by Marc Jacobs feels familiar. There are posters everywhere, there's Indy music playing, mirrors and bright colors on the walls and poofy furniture. It's kind of…

Croke Park/Whitey's
Neighborhood: South Boston

268 West Broadway
Boston, MA 02127

Gombas P. writes: Most of you would never dare to open the door to this place. The small windows facing the street are too dirty for you to see through. That's good. If you are afraid of people with big hearts and filled with Guinness, then go to a cooler place…

Kelly's Underground Dog Grooming
Neighborhood: Back Bay

248B W Newton St
Boston, MA 02116

Robert G. writes: Really great service - and super friendly.  I brought my dog here for the first time the other week and he got an awesome cut and wash.  He seemed a little skittish, but what dog isn't when they are brought to something new and full of random dog…

Star Market

275 Beacon Street
Somerville, MA 02145

Meagan H. writes: While most Star Markets in the greater Boston area have been given serious face lifts (complete with fancy organic section and self-serve check out), this Star has been ignored. It is stuck in an amazing kind of time warp that includes: waiting in…

Liquor World
Neighborhood: Porter Square

13 White St
Cambridge, MA 02140

Erica S. writes: Liquor before beer... how does it go again? Oh yeah, beer before liquor never been sicker. Then you say: "Liquor?! I don't even know her!" And I laugh uncontrollably, because I'm wasted.

Yeah, it's a liquor store called Liquor World, mere blocks from…

Aris Auto

675 Somerville Avenue
Somerville, MA 02143

Lynne D. writes: I highly recommend this garage for repairs, because they're honest and don't try to sell you things you don't need.

Rock Sugar Thai Cafe
Neighborhood: Financial District

38 Batterymarch Street
Boston, MA 02110

Karthik J. writes: The food at the place is definitely five stars. It is hot, fresh and tastes real good. But once you come out of this place with the food, you are the one who is left hot and bothered thinking "Was it worth the 45 minutes(on an average) on the company…

Dhr Stylists
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

14A Eliot St
Cambridge, MA 02138

J. W. writes: I have been a happy and pleased customer at DHR since 1995.
Rob and Dale listen to you as a customer and treat you as a friend.
I highly recommend their fun and friendly salon.
See them for all your styling needs.  
You will come back, again & again.

Shanghai Village
Neighborhood: Arlington Center

434 Massachusetts Avenue
Arlington, MA 02474

Josh K. writes: With the Red Sox in the World Series, I decided that I had to be in Boston.  So while I was making plans for my trip from San Francisco to Boston, I called to my grandparents to discuss A) possibly crashing on their sofa Sunday night and B)…

Mr. Music
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

128 Harvard Avenue
Allston, MA 02134

Allix T. writes: Mildly overwhelming store though the folks there are friendly enough if you can get a person's attention. I'm so bad about playing my guitars lately - every time I walk by Mr. Music I whistfully peer in and remind myself: "someday, I'll have time,…

Farmer Brown's

210 Maple St
Middleton, MA 01949

Chris M. writes: I am so sick of gross winter produce from the grocery stores. I farm my ass off in the summer and I was suffering from serious withdrawal this winter. I shuddered every time I walked by a shriveled grape at Trader Joe's. I hardly ever travel down RT…

Punter's Pub

450 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02108

Tarah H. writes: Things you can do at Punters:

~Get a pitcher of beer.
~Order "Big Bertha" (contains at least 3 or 4 pitchers of beer. Min 4 people to order)
~Drink
~Put some money in the jukebox and play some of your favorite music
~Play some music to piss off/mock other…

Geoff and Drews

342 Pearl St
Malden, MA 02148

Heidi H. writes: Ordered from G&D's for someone's birthday last week and they delivered them to the office on the day requested which made me happy.  I got the cookie/brownie/buttercrun ch Silver Celebration box and let me just say...the brownies are out of this…

The Half-Shell
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1760 Massachusetts Ave
Ste A
Cambridge, MA 02140

Josh O. writes: I went to get a haircut this afternoon, and decided to get a snack afterwards. I've been meaning to go into Half-Shell to give their gyro a try, so I figured it was as good a time as any. So I ordered my gyro and then started perusing their menu a…

Artists for Humanity Epicenter
Neighborhood: South Boston

100 West Second St.
Boston, MA 02127

Eli G. writes: This unique space in Southie is a much needed edition to Boston's art scene. The exterior facade is covered in metal ridges with huge windows on either side and a bridge connecting the sidewalk to the entrance, but the inside is what I really love…

Angelato

374 Trapelo Rd
Belmont, MA 02478

Kerri O. writes: Gelato!  Yum!  Really good and authentic.

Waverly Square is a little weird location for such an upscale shop, but I have to say I'm happy they are there.

The fellows  who opened it are local (went to school with my sister), and it's heartwarming that…

Parlor
Neighborhood: South End

1246-48 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02118

Elizabeth A. writes: I love parlor!  Great selection of designers and the owners are so sweet, they always show you special pieces that they like but are never overbearing...This store is a bit hidden on Washington but so worth the trip...besides its much easier to get…

Out of the Blue
Neighborhood: North Cambridge, Davis Square

215 Elm St
Somerville, MA 02144

Vijay N. writes: I have mixed feelings about this place.  After reading (and hearing) such great things, I figured I'd give it a shot, especially since it's so close to where I live and I've never made it down there.

Pros:
1) They accomodated a group of 10 of us…

Maxim Bakery
Neighborhood: Chinatown

62 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02111

Amanda H. writes: I know not of the creepy Chinese men that come here.  Maybe it's because I'm so focused on consuming the DELICIOUS BUNS that are on display here.

WARNING: The one girl that ALWAYS takes my order does not even know ONE word of English.  But I…

Tampopo
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1815 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Jenny L. writes: I ended up at Tampopo late one week night because the cute little chef in the open kitchen agreed to cook for us even though everyone else had already closed for the night. It felt as though I just got home from a tough day at school and mom knew I…

Grappa's Italian Cuisine & Seafood

9 Elm Street
Danvers, MA 01923

Elaine C. writes: This is a small Italian restaurant in Danvers Square where the employees are pleasant and accommodating.  The atmosphere is comfortable and pleasing.  The food is delicious, affordable and really, really plentiful.  There will probably be leftovers,…

Merengue Restaurant

160 Blue Hill Ave
Roxbury, MA 02119

Eli G. writes: I live in Dorchester so there are more than enough Dominican/Caribbean style restaurants around. However most of them are simply a counter with a few chairs. Not to say the food isn't great but the ambiance leaves alot to be desired. Luckily I just…

Mandarin Reading

296 Salem St
Reading, MA 01867

Leif H. writes: The best local buffet style chinese food.  However, if you're looking for greasy overflowing combination places head down to China Villa in Wakefield on Main Street.

Mandarin Reading tends to be a huge attraction for the local companies, be warned if…

Citizens Bank
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

1290 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138

Peter P. writes: Citizens bank has been very good to me. I can't tell you the number of Boston based banks i have had. Bay bank, bank Boston, Cambridgeport bank, and Citizens ranks right at the top. They couldn't be more useful, and attentive. Their banking staff is…

Herb Chambers Honda
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1186 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Peter P. writes: As a first time car buyer i couldn't be happier with the service i have gotten from Herb Chambers Honda and continue to get from them. Lets be honest, when you walk in, their goal is to sell you a car, but they don't forget about you after they have…

Boca Grande

366 Washington St
Brighton, MA 02135

Ravi S. writes: I have always been a fan of the food here.

I used to eat at the on Beacon Street one except that parking in that area. The new Boca Grande off Washington St near Brighton center is awesome. Its yummy, cheap and quick. This is authentic Mexican food…

Victoria's Secret
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT, East Cambridge

100 Cambridgeside Pl Ofc
Cambridge, MA 02141

Peter P. writes: I used to have a friend that worked here, I went to pick her up after work, and she had the staff, after hours, model for me things that she wanted to know "would this look good on me?" I dunno if they would have looked good on her, but they looked…

Thistle & Shamrock

62 Walden St
Cambridge, MA 02140

Mags L. writes: it's a nice little convenience store (grunge-y, but nice and local feeling) that has been suffering because of the rebuilding of the walden st bridge.

i always wondered why i felt so at home buying hostess snowball treats from here and i found out…

Model Hardware
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

22 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Pete S. writes: I miss living near this place -- I never had to go to Home Depot as long as it was open. Don't let looks deceive you -- though the store appears small from the outside, it goes back far and has three levels. It was the most complete independent…

Seasons Restaurant

26 North Street
at Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Boston, MA 02109

Anna B. writes: I would never have thought to go here because of the location (in a hotel and not on street level) and the fact you never hear about it but one night I had a huge group (18 people I think) and couldn't get in anyplace else where we'd be at one table.…

Dragon Garden
Neighborhood: Davis Square

261 Elm Street
Somerville, MA 02144

Crooked T. writes: I've lived in Davis Square for a thousand years and Dragon Garden is my favorite Chinese place.  If you lived here that long yours would be, too.

Everything I have had at Dragon Garden is very good.  "The General," the standard bearer at all Chinese…

Camino Real
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

48 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Jessika D. writes: I get wicked excited about 2 things when I dine out. 1.) Great food at a cheap price and 2.) Trying a type of food I have never tried before.  Camino Real gave me both.  Although Colombian food is similar to many other types of South American food, I…