This Charlestown neighborhood bakery and cafe serves good coffee and tasty treats. You will find fresh-baked muffins, scones, croissants and pecan sticky buns here. For a fast lunch, the noon menu includes roughly two dozen different sandwiches and salad plates, including daily specials. This establishment also serves desserts. This small and sunny cafe has a cozy atmosphere. A friendly staff and loyal patrons keeps the place buzzing with conversation. During warm weather, a patio area provides extra seating. Does not accept credit cards; accepts cash only.

Legal Sea Foods is synonymous with good seafood in Boston. Boasting a traditional clam chowder that has been served at five presidential inaugurations, the restaurant also offers a "light" chowder for diet-conscious diners. Steamed lobster dinners are always a good choice, or any of the other dishes made from their selection of 30 fresh fish varieties offered daily, served baked, broiled, steamed or fried. Raw shellfish, salads and vegetables are also available. Legal Sea Foods has a mail-order service, function space and catering. This seafood hot spot has locations throughout Boston and other cities around the U.S., but the location at Long Wharf may just be the best.

Referred to as "The Best Exotic and Moroccan Eatery" and Boston's most romantic restaurant, Tangierino offers everything from an intimate atmosphere to live belly dancing entertainment and a hookah lounge. The restaurant has an impressive wine list and serves traditional Moroccan food to decadent, modern desserts. For appetizers, try the Maine Sea Scallops, encrusted with pistachios and glazed with Grand Marnier, or the ever-popular four-layer Tuna Tartar. For the main course, choose from dishes featuring Cous Cous, lamb, or wild salmon, any of which can be easily paired with wines from around the world. Tangierinos also offers on- and off-site catering options, including a Moroccan wedding package and a cocktail buffet. Whatever the occasion, Tangierino's is sure to impress. - Caitlin Fahey

Dating back to 1780, this restaurant and bar is located near the Freedom Trail, has plenty history of its own. It was opened by Captain Eliphelet Newell who, it is said, took part in the Boston Tea Party. Famous visitors included Paul Revere and George Washington. Today, it has lace-curtain windows and low, wood-beamed ceilings that create an intimate feel. Try the Tavern Special-chicken breast and shrimp sautéed with sundried tomatoes, mushrooms, broccoli florets, prosciutto ham and provolone cheese in a garlic white wine sauce.

This eatery is located in Westwood in the Greater Boston area, on Route 109. Start off with appetizers like the Duck and Foie Gras Terrine, or the Ceviche of Diver Scallops with Maine Lobster. The salads, particularly the Arugula and Frisée with Prosciutto Crisps, and the Chiara Caesar Salad, deserve a special mention. Entrees include Stuffed Roulades of Veal Tenderloin, and House-Made Lemon and Fennel Fettuccine. Private parties can be hosted for as few as 10 and as many as 100 guests.

Take in the atmosphere of the Australian Outback while enjoying mouth-watering entrees and high-quality service. Serving dinner only, Outback Steakhouse offers an extensive menu featuring appetizers, chicken, ribs, steak, seafood, pasta, salads and desserts for moderate prices. Family-friendly, the casual restaurant has something for everyone at its numerous locations in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Outback Steakhouse also offers call-ahead seating and curbside take-away. Check website for locations and menu selections.

Celebrated Chef Ming Tsai's culinary expertise is put to test at this upscale restaurant located in the suburbs of Boston. You can watch him in action at the open kitchen, as you wait for your food to arrive. The elegant décor with brilliant lighting, hardwood floors and neatly set tables invite you for a fine dining experience. Chef Ming Tsai's East-meets-West cuisine lists many innovative dishes on the menu. Try the Grilled Rare Sesame Tuna with Crispy Somen Noodles & Soy-Dashi Broth, which prepares you well for the main course. Grab a bite of the Indonesian curry pasta with Asian vegetables, rock shrimp and peanuts-it will gratify your taste buds.

Alba Bar & Grill is a place for good dining in great atmosphere at rates that do not burn a hole in your pocket! The restaurant is located just ten minutes from downtown Boston. Although it's a small and slightly noisy place, Alba stands out with a bar at one end and tables at the other. Everyone is friendly including the patrons with the waiting staff and vice versa. Dishes which come highly recommended are the rack of lamb, veal osso bucco with flavorful dark sauce, filet mignon, lobster tail with scalloped potatoes and tall green spears of asparagus.

If you love Indian food and want to satiate your cravings for the same, Masala Art is the place you must head. The restaurant offers well prepared North Indian fare which perfectly blends in the flavors of all the ingredients. The place is well known for its bar concoctions and tandoori preparations. Probably thats the reason that weekends are crowded here. This stylish and well designed restaurant offers good service and ambiance.

Located in the artsy Fort Point neighborhood, Tavern Road is a contemporary and lively dining space. Specializing in using locally raised animals and vegetables, the restaurant favors small dishes and entrees packed with robust flavor. Typical menu items include such offerings as toasted farro, duck, lamb meatballs, steak tartare, porchetta, wild trout and more. Opened in 2013, Tavern Road is a joint venture for brothers, Louis and Michael DiBiccari, who wanted to combine their love for art and cuisine. The delectable cuisine and unique decor make Tavern Road a Boston must visit.