Hope Fairy Shop
Neighborhood: Back Bay

272 Newbury St
Ste 1
Boston, MA 02116

dawn h. writes: This is an amazing store with all sorts of fairy-themed goodies.  I discovered it back in high school in 1995, when the theme was the movie "The Crow" and the merchandise included alot of candles, incense, posters, and postcards on the theme of love…

Jacks Gas
Neighborhood: North Cambridge

2535 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

andi w. writes: i've been to jack's twice for repairs, once on a sunday at 6 p.m. with a flat tire. jack and the people who work there are friendly, honest, real people who won't rip you off regardless of how much you know about your car. if you need inexpensive gas…

Chilli Garden

41 Riverside Avenue
Medford, MA 02155

Ian G. writes: I discovered this place through word of mouth.  How else would you find a gem of an ethnic restaurant of any sort in the burbs?  This place does Sichuan food.  Real Sichuan food.  Like the food they serve in Sichuan province in China.  Only this…

Kirkland Cleaners
Neighborhood: Teele Square

Teele Square
1244 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02143

Red D. writes: Now called "Kirkland Cleaners," by the way, AND raising their "wash n' fold" prices to a whopping 85 cents/lb, but if you're either too rich, too lazy or too busy to do your own wash and dirty laundry piles up like bullshit in the White House, then…

Nashoba Brook Bakery Cafe
Neighborhood: South End

288 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116

Miss R. writes: This little cafe is a breath of fresh air for broke downtown office zombies tired of eating at Au Bon Chain and Funicular Bagel...I should know - I'm one of them. And as a zombie, when I'm released from my cubicle for 60 minutes of freedom mid-day, I…

Etant
Neighborhood: South End

524 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02116

Dianna B. writes: Excellent massage.  The place is serene and beatiful and not at all pretentious.  You get the sense that the staff actually like each other and enjoy working there.  I found it to me a more relaxing and more professional experience compared to other…

Dom's Sausage Co.

10 Riverside Park
Malden, MA 02148

Aretha W. writes: I ate some sausage cacciatore from Dom's today (catering) and it was SOOOOOO GOOOOOOD. The sauce was tangy and very potent with tomato flavor and the perfect blend of herbs. The onions, peppers, and mushrooms were delicous, but the sausage was the…

Julie's Nails
Neighborhood: Davis Square

241 Elm St
Somerville, MA 02144

Michelle K. writes: After a trip to the dentist, where I was told that I had cavities and I needed them filled, I needed a little pick-me-up. Maybe I should have waited til after the actual filling to cheer myself up with pampering, but whatever - it's sandal weather…

Hei La Moon
Neighborhood: Waterfront, Leather District

88 Beach Street
Boston, MA 02111

Ligaya T. writes: Know how to say 'mediocre' in Cantonese?
Warning: poor pin yin ahead.

For dim sum rookies this place is a steaming, bamboo pot wonderland. A hectic maze of lazy Susaned round tabled obstacle course for bumbling, uniformed oompa loompas pushing carts…

The Biscuit

406 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143

Amanda H. writes: The Biscuit is yet another reason in the ever growing list of why I need to move to Inman Sq.  Whenever I find myself in the area, I have to stop in to get something.  Mostly, I have gotten drinks, but I think maybe a handful of times I have gotten…

John Brewers Tavern

39 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02453

Michael C. writes: The food? eh.. it's ok.  The fish and chips are 2 small chunks of fish.  The caesar salad tastes like someone mixed a bottle of vinegar with a bottle of water, then threw in a tablespoon of mayo (gross is the point I'm trying to make.)

But 10 cent…

Nori Sushi

398 Harvard Street
Brookline, MA 02445

Lindsay D. writes: I love small, intimate restaurants. The kind of small where if you've got too much stuff with you or you're wearing a bulky sweater, you can't walk down the aisles without bumping into things. Some call this cramped. Me? I call it cozy.

Nori fits into…

Basta Pasta Trattoria

319 Western Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Yihwa H. writes: Giant bowls of delicious pasta with yummy sauces + me, hungry, on a cold night =

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Fiorella's

187 North St
Newtonville, MA 02460

Nicole S. writes: Thanks Yelp!  If it wasn't for you I would have NEVER found this place.  It's in kind of a weird not all the fabulous neighborhood, on a street you wouldn't drive down normally.  The food was excellent!  We went for a work lunch and everyone's food…

KooKoo Cafe
Neighborhood: Brookline Village

7 Station Street
Brookline, MA 02445

Amanda H. writes: I needed to get out of the house before my final, and I had always wanted to stop in this place, so I decided, What the hell, let's go!

Um, let's just say, this might be my new go-to coffee place, since, ya know, I've broken up with DD's.

This place is…

Baltic Deli & Cafe
Neighborhood: South Boston

632 Dorchester Ave
Boston, MA 02127

Kathy K. writes: The Baltic Deli is an easy walk from the Andrew T stop on the red-line.   If you are of Polish heritage, it is worth making your way to Southie to both buy some nice Polish commodities and to check out the Polish Catholic Church in the neighborhood.…

Lulu's Bake Shoppe
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

227 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113

Ligaya T. writes: My weakness for sugary delights and butter always drives me to make a beeline for this adorable, pink walled shop whenever I'm in the North End. The storefront is quaint offering window displays that will have you salivating. Don't let the proprietor…

Club Passim
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

47 Palmer St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Neil K. writes: This is a great venue to see live folk/acoustic music. I was fortunate to be here for one of their campfire weekends - basically a non-stop festival of folk and acoustic performers sharing the stage. Its a pretty neat setup as groups of 3 or 4…

Super Fusion Cuisine

690A Washington St
Brookline, MA 02446

Nicole P. writes: Yummm-eeee susheee!

Started with the sweet n' sour lemongrass soup- spicy and tasty.

Then moved on to the pepper steak.  Thinly sliced, very rare, melts in the mouth- a MUST GET.

Moved on to the dragon roll- eel, avacado, crunchy fried sweet potato and…

Joi Salon
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

2 Atlantic Ave
Boston, MA 02110

Julie M. writes: If you want to find the best person to wax any part of your body... call Joi right now and schedule an appointment with Liz. I have been waxing for over 10 years, and I have experienced the best and the worst... Liz is the best I've ever come across.…

The Charlesmark Hotel
Neighborhood: Back Bay

655 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Jeffrey H. writes: I joined Daniel S. here for cocktails & cocktales one lovely evening after work.

The bar itself has a modern style with a clean and simple appearance. The drink menu is original without being overwhelming. There's nothing I hate more than menus that…

Little Q Hotpot

1585 Hancock St
Quincy, MA 02169

Tom E. writes: One thing that is slightly out of place at Mongolian Little Q Hotpot is the name. Sure, there is hotpot galore, but if you come at 8pm there won't be a little queue, there will be a long one. This place may be big, but it's very also popular and it's…

Charles River Canoe and Kayak

1400 Soldier's Field Road
Allston, MA 02228

Deborah H. writes: My previous attempt at kayaking was in a small lake (note: enclosed space) way back in fourth grade, so I was a little nervous about going out on a river, but it was a lot easier than I thought.  Thankfully, my friend and I ended up getting a…

Salon Red & Spa
Neighborhood: Back Bay

144B Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Jennifer S. writes: Ok so I didn't actually have my hair cut here, but I did go in for a consultation.  The Salon had a great atmosphere with you guessed it, red accents, and the staff was friendly and professional.  I met with Ali who sat me down and first talked to me…

Know Fat Lifestyle Grille

411 Waverly Oaks Road
Waltham, MA 02454

Rebecca S. writes: You honestly do get a filling, healthy meal at KnowFat. I'm a big fan of the Southwestern Stack Salad. There is steak and guacamole and cheese and its still under 350 calories! It magic food I think...because it's still so tasty.

The TVs are nice too.…

Tony's Clam Shop

861 Quincy Shore Dr
Quincy, MA 02169

P D. writes: Great place to hang out on the porch, take in the ocean view, and eat yummy fried clams. Does not get better than this when looking for the Jersey Shore experience in Boston. Even my dog seemed to enjoy hanging out under the table while we ate.

Mint Julep
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

6 Church St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Yihwa H. writes: I adore this store.  A Mint Julep boutique would not feel out of place in Soho in NYC, it's got that same sort of atmosphere and really reminds me of Olive and Bette's, actually.  They generally carry great things, and there's always something I'm…

Salts Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT

798 Main Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

Anastasia L. writes: A truly inspirational dining experience!  This tiny restaurant is absolutely loaded with charm.  Co-owner and hostess Analia goes out of her way to make you feel welcome, and once ran down the street after me and my husband (then fiance) with a…

Turner Fisheries
Neighborhood: Back Bay

Westin Hotel
10 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02118

Bill K. writes: Wow.  That's all I have to say.  On second thought, I have a lot more to add to that.  I had brunch here over the weekend based on Jenny N.'s glowing review and suffice to say that I was not disappointed.

I was always a bit of a skeptic about this…

Dunn-Gaherins Food and Spirit

344 Elliot Street
Newton, MA 02456

Steve s. writes: Call me sentimental.  Boston has certainly evolved its bar/restaurant scene over the last 10 years.  Unfortunately, most bars have invested more into atmosphere and the latest cosmo or martini concoction.

How about a place to serve...a beer?

For the…

Marrett Square Deli

319 Marrett Rd
Lexington, MA 02421

Leang E. writes: Seriously these sandwiches are so money!  You would never guess coming in here.  It definitely can get busy here.  I wish they had some outdoor and indoor seating though.  Upon recommendation I did get the Gobbler and it was incredible.  The french…

Good Time Emporium

30 Assembly Square Dr
Somerville, MA 02145

Sarah R. writes: Wow, I can't believe I haven't written a review for Good Times yet...well, here goes.

I've been here twice now: once for a date last year, and most recently, last Saturday night for Lynn D's birthday. The journey up to Somerville from Brookline was…

The Broken Yolk

136 College Ave
Somerville, MA 02144

Jim O. writes: Good breakfast grub.  Good muffins.

Always have to wait for a table, but it's not completely unbearable.  we usually plan on take-out, and dine-in only if we can get a seat.

The overheard sunday conversations from the college crowd can be absolutely…

Boston Kebab House
Neighborhood: Financial District

7 Liberty Square
Boston, MA 02109

Erica S. writes: For $8 at the salad bar today (it's by the pound) I got a green salad AND a spanokopita AND a zucchini fritter AND bean salad AND 2 falafels AND hummus AND some yummy veggies on the side AND pita bread.

I have lunch leftovers for tomorrow, which is…

Morse Fish Co
Neighborhood: South End

1401 Washington St
Roxbury, MA 02118

Alex R. writes: One of the best-kept secrets in the South End, and I've just turned into the kind of person who writes publicly that something is a secret.  I'm a review snitch.  I hate myself.

Morse Fish ain't cheap, but it's got great fresh fish.  And if you order…

Spike's Junkyard Dogs

1076 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02115

Mike T. writes: Lips, assholes and crack cocaine. The Reuben dog is the best. I'm pretty sure that the staff is always stoned.

Fast Phil's
Neighborhood: North Cambridge

2530 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Damien S. writes: There's an old riddle about a town with two barbers: one with a tidy shop and an immaculate appearance, the other with mounds of hair on the floor and a bushy, unkempt mane. Who would you let cut your hair?

C'mon folks, this one is easy. Avoid the guy…

Metropolitan Laundromat

266 Brookline St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Kelly C. writes: I've had nothing but great experiences at this very clean and quiet laundry, where the washers and dryers are new, the magazines are up-to-date, and friendly staff members are at the ready with rolls of quarters if the change machine refuses to…