Lizzy's Homemade Ice Cream

367 Moody Street
Waltham, MA 02453

Arnab M. writes: This place is a Brandeis staple. Need I say more? Well, for those non-Brandeisian losers, I suppose it would be my responsibility. This place was named after the owner's daughter from what I know but I might be making that up and they recently opened…

Healthworks Fitness Centers For Women
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

920 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Lindsay D. writes: Healthworks is the first and only gym I have ever belonged to and I do believe that it has spoiled me for life.

What other gym offers just released movies playing on plasma screens while you run, state of the art equipment,  great classes, fully…

Magpie
Neighborhood: Davis Square

416 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143

Russ S. writes: Magpie is like the indie craftster's version of that Chappelle Show skit where the internet was a real place that you could go to. It's like the cream of the crop of the Bizarre Bazaar/Punk Rock Flea Market, everyday.

Magpie is that mixtape you had…

Marty's Liquors
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

193 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134

Hana T. writes: I like this store.  Not because of anything, but because it provides me some shade while waiting for the 66 bus in the scorching summer days and some warmth in the winter months.  Just don't talk to any of the weird people hanging out around there.

Antico Forno
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

93 Salem St
Boston, MA 02113

Gabriella L. writes: Mama Luna! Now, coming from a family of real stinkin' ginzos, I find that most of the Italian fare in The North End is weak: watered down and flavorless. This is most certainly not the case at Antico Forno, the restaurant on Salem Street (NOT…

New Balance Factory Store

40 Life St
Brighton, MA 02135

Jake M. writes: Previously, 498.  
Then, 856, 857.    
Now 767 and 661.  

New Balance makes me feel safe. This is a very important quality to have in this world we live in. My shins feel safe, my quads feel safe, my hamstrings feel safe, and most importantly, my poor…

Opera House
Neighborhood: Downtown

539 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111

diana r. writes: I never thought the day would come, but I saw a musical last night and it was awesome.  Usually, musicals make me sleepy.  Or just uncomfortable.  Cats, for example, made me want to run on the stage and just start beating the shit out of the actors.…

Downtown Wines & Spirits
Neighborhood: Davis Square

225 Elm Street
Somerville, MA 02143

Russ S. writes: Having spent the last three years in Coolidge Corner, I got a nice healthy exposure to the Publick House. Thanks to this amazing little Brookline bar, a whole amazing world of awesome beers was laid out before me. Only a matter of time passes before…

Dave's Fresh Pasta
Neighborhood: Davis Square

81 Holland St
Somerville, MA 02144

Damien S. writes: Let's say I marry a nice lass. Soon, she's showing the bump and nine months later, we're in Dave's Fresh Pasta and she looks at me and says "It's time." I try to keep my cool but I freak out and we rush to the hospital. I've got the video camera…

In Your Ear Records
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

957 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Sean E. writes: I'm one of those morons who sold his records player.  I know, what the hell were you thinkin'?  Hey, times were though back then, kiddo.  And I was going through one of those, "I need none of these vanities, these possessions, they just weigh me…

Liquid Hair Studios
Neighborhood: South End

640 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02118

Ligaya T. writes: A kick of punk, dash of rockabilly and a whole lotta quirk and sass wrapped up and upholstered in leopard print, this salon is so hip it hurts. I would hardly consider myself conservative but stepping in I felt about as worthy and cool as a penguin…

Zon's
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

2 Perkins St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Peter N. writes: Wow!  I just had my first meal at Zon's on Saturday evening and it was absolutely wonderful.  Although small, the dining area is cozy with rich red walls and a black wrought iron (look alike?) ceiling.  Candles were lit everywhere, even high up on…

Tangierino
Neighborhood: Charlestown

83 Main St
Charlestown, MA 02129

Yihwa H. writes: I LOVE the atmosphere at Tangierino. The owner used to be an interior designer, hence the gorgeous setup of the restaurant. The dim, jewel-toned lighting and decor make for a romantic mood. While it can get a bit pricey, I do think the food is sooo…

The Gingerbread Construction Co

52 Main Street
Wakefield, MA 01880

Josie M. writes: You think you've had muffins?  Not bloody likely.  You haven't lived until you've tried the orgiastic offerings at Gingerbread Construction Company.

These muffins are almost more like cake.  Forget all the dry, crumbly, bland breakfast muffins…

Clio Restaurant
Neighborhood: Back Bay

370 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Leighann F. writes: Sake Bomb Sundays.

Nothin' says fun like getting together with some of your best buds and pounding your mighty little fists atop a table in a pretty nice restaurant with the aim being to knock your sake into your beer and chug, Chug CHUG.

You know that…

Sage Restaurant
Neighborhood: South End

1395 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02118

L D. writes: This restaurant is a treasure. None of the Hanover St nonsense (a plate of pasta drowning in sauce is not good food and certainly not worth the price). The food is amazing, the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. We were actually turned away…

Dali Restaurant & Tapas Bar

415 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143

Ligaya T. writes: Best enjoyed with a honey on your arm. Most succulent, delectable, unique, fantastical and every other positive superlative to describe the delights seen by the eyes and journeyed by the palette.

Successful in it's concept and theme, the environment…

The Kebab Factory

414 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143

Atrebor B. writes: Quite possible the BEST Indian buffet within a 20 mile radius of my 02116 zip code; and that says a lot given the multitudinous number of buffet selections in the area. My quest for the BEST may have ended with this experience at Kebab Factory. At…

L.A. Burdick Chocolate Cafe
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

52D Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Daniel S. writes: Buy me a cup of dark hot chocolate and several cannelles and I'll let you bend me over and fuck me after I'm through.

And I don't do that for just anything.

Kendall Square Cinema
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT

1 Kendall Sq
Cambridge, MA 02139

Damien S. writes: The greatest compliment I can
give to a cinema is noting
the ability to draw
the kind of
clientele
that respects
film so completely
everytime I've gone I have
never heard a cell phone ring.

Thank you Kendall Square.
Looky a K!

Diskovery

569 Washington St
Brighton, MA 02135

Pete S. writes: There is no place I've gotten more unlikely gratifying book purchases.

If you don't  like stores where organization or presentation are not the top priorities, you may be rubbed the wrong way by Diskovery. But if it's the bottom line that matters to…

Franklin Cafe
Neighborhood: South End

278 Shawmut Ave
Boston, MA 02118

Ryan W. writes: You know the way you feel, coming home to your loving boyfriend or girlfriend after spending the night with friends out in the superficial singles scene, and realizing this really is the best thing out there?  That's how I feel about the Franklin.…

Delux Cafe
Neighborhood: South End

100 Chandler St
Boston, MA 02116

Tom E. writes: ahh.. my oldest Yelp Bookmark. This place was a hot pick when I joined yelp back in Jan 07. I'd eaten here a few months before that and not been too impressed and the same again happened this week all these months later. So stop being so effing lazy…

Healthworks Fitness Center
Neighborhood: Back Bay

441 Stuart Street
Boston, MA 02116

Deepa C. writes: so i went to BSC at copley and watertown for the last two years. not bad. they had their good points (a pool at both locations, nice trainers, fairly clean), but my workout was stagnating. it was so pricey ($70) that i didn't want to shell out for a…

Wally's Cafe

427 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02118

Ligaya T. writes: Bastion of soul so real it almost moves me to tears. I am so thankful this place exists. Relaxed and low-key environment born for the purpose of showcasing live jazz and blues. Mostly Berklee performers this era, but the crowd is social mishmash.…

The Dish
Neighborhood: South End

253 Shawmut Ave
Boston, MA 02118

Matt W. writes: Came here with "South End Zach and Jen" for dinner one night.  We wanted to sit outside, but there was a wait.  They sat us inside for drinks.  The server was great, the owner was friendly, the decor was awesome.  It felt like a local chic hangout…

Museum of Fine Arts

465 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Cha Cha W. writes: Houses over 346,000 pieces of art collected from all over the world. From ancient to
medieval to modern to: "I don't know what the heck it is but that's cool too!" Special**
exhibitions and functions range from the French Film Festival to el Greco to…

Cafe L'Aroma
Neighborhood: Back Bay

85 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Sasha R. writes: I know, I know.  It sounds pretentious if I say I enjoy sitting outside at a Newbury Street (the posh end) cafe, sipping a cappuchino from a real demitasse cup while watching people stroll by...  But, you know, life is tough.  We live in New England.…

Mistral Restaurant
Neighborhood: Back Bay

221 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116

Billie M. writes: I actually jump up and down in excitement when someone suggests Mistral.  Everything about it makes me genuinely happy.

I love how laid back it is, while still maintaining a sexy, upscale feel.  I love that we can order foie gras, tuna, and pizza, and…

Children's Museum of Boston
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston

300 Congress St
Boston, MA 02210

Brian B. writes: I can't believe I'm writing this review.  I only wish I still could write a review panning Avalon or some other overrated, "cool," "funky" club, but, alas, those days are long gone.  

But, hey!!!!  This place is like a rave for parents and…

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114

David P. writes: OK - this is intense, but I saw them on the neighborhood map and had to say something.  I spent 2 months here, mostly in a coma, at  the Burn Unit.  The people were awesome, they really do work miracles.   Thanks to them I'm back to being an outdoor…

Brookline Booksmith
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

279 Harvard Street
Brookline, MA 02445

Russ S. writes: When you live in Coolidge Corner, you feel like you actually are a part of a little shopping community. A plentiful selection of little independent-ish stores makes you feel kind of warm and fuzzy inside. When you come across old pictures of Coolidge…

Christian Science Church

210 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Tracee D. writes: I have always wanted to go here!
I am obsessed with maps and globes, plane tickets and stained glass! so I was designed to enjoy the mapparium.

Mary Eddy Baker is an amazing lady/force of nature.  This whole place is here b/c of her vision. Regardless…

Taqueria Mexico

24 Charles St
Waltham, MA 02454

Joyce K. writes: Dumped by my year-long, first college boy friend and stressed out with finals, my Big Sis took me to Taqueria Mexico towards the end of my tragic freshmen year.  I'm pretty sure all I did was scowl at the salsa and stab at my tostadas making it a…

Karl's Sausage Kitchen and European Market

142 Broadway
Saugus, MA 01906

Kerri O. writes: Tune up the Oom-pah band, we're going to Karl's.

Yup, you can get authentic German food, if you are willing to truck your butt up to Saugus.  

Schinken Speck!  Ich liebe schinken speck! Karl's is triple smoked, which is un-frickin-believably good.…

Fat Ram's Pumpkin Tattoo
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

380 Centre St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Nicole P. writes: Yeah I am that girl.

The one who got her girlfriend's name tattooed on her ass- ok right above my ass.  I have been informed that this is called a "tramp stamp."

So when we broke up (amicably) I didn't mind that I had this tattoo and rarely thought…

Christina's Spice & Specialty Foods
Neighborhood: Inman Square

1255 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02139

JR M. writes: My first Christina's experience says it all.

I'm baking a chocolate-ginger cake. I need ginger preserves. I call up Christina's, right down the street (at the time.)

ME: Hi, do you have ginger preserves?
MAN (later to be identified as owner, Tom Ford):…

American Repertory Theatre
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

64 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Caroline A. writes: Very modern theater in the heart of Cambridge.  I've seen several Shakespeare plays here - the acting is terrific and the sets are very well done.  It is a small theater, so it's hard to get a bad seat.  The crowd is very diverse - many older patrons…

Fenway Park
Neighborhood: Fenway

4 Yawkey Way
Boston, MA 02115

Scott R. writes: I'm a Yankee fan but went to school in Boston.  i can split the difference - I love Fenway Park and hate the Sawx.

Just off of Kenmore Square, this park is in a great location.  One of the few ballparks where it's not uncommon to hang out in the area…

Harvard Museum of Natural History
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

26 Oxford St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Tom E. writes: Boston really needs a real Museum of Natural History - after all this America's town of scholars. This one at Harvard is GOOD but only 60% of the way to being a major attraction.  We have a wonderful science museum, a good arts museum, a historic…