Where to eat in Boston? Here’s a visual map of the best places to eat, according to the Michelin Guide.
The world-renowned MICHELIN Guide has finally spoken, bestowing upon Boston a list of 26 Michelin-approved dining spots! To help you skip the guesswork on where these restaurants are and how to book, we’ve put together a Google map of their locations along with direct reservation links.
Whether you’re craving bold East & Southeast Asian flavors, the timeless traditions of European & Mediterranean cuisine, or the innovative edge of Contemporary American, you’ll find these restaurants representing Boston’s food scene.
Pan-Asian gastronomy
Culinary traditions and modern interpretations of East and Southeast Asia.
311 Omakase (Japanese Omakase)
One Michelin Star
Reservations are highly recommended and are opened at 12 PM ET on the 15th of each month and may be secured up to 45 days in advance.
Book here: https://311-boston.resos.com/booking
Jahunger (Uyghur)
Bib Gourmand
Both walk-ins and reservations are welcome, but booking in advance is recommended for guaranteed availability.
Book here: Call 401-454-6866 or email jahungerfood@gmail.com
Mahaniyom (Thai)
Bib Gourmand
Reservations are available 30 days in advance and are highly recommended, though walk-ins are accommodated. Please note that dining is limited to 90 minutes for all guests.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/r/mahaniyom-brookline
Sumiao Hunan Kitchen (Hunanese Chinese)
Bib Gourmand
Reservations are available 60 days in advance, and walk-ins are welcome. Please note that dining is limited to 2 hours for all guests.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/boston-ma/venues/sumiao-hunan-kitchen
Pagu (Asian/Spanish Influences)
Bib Gourmand
Reservations are available 60 days in advance and are highly recommended, and walk-ins are accommodated.
Wa Shin (Japanese)
Recommended
Advance booking is essential due to the restaurant’s small size. Reservations drop daily at 12:00 PM EST, 14 days out. Note: The three-seating Omakase menu is strict and cannot accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or raw/seafood-free requests.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/bos/wa-shin
Zhi Wei Cafe (Chinese)
Recommended
Walk-ins only; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Nightshade Noodle Bar (Vietnamese and French fusion)
Recommended
Reservations are required for both table and bar seating as the restaurant does not take walk-ins. Reservations are released approximately two months in advance, and a deposit is required upon booking.
Book here: https://nightshadenoodlebar.com/reservations
Somaek (Korean/Asian-American)
Recommended
Reservations are highly recommended, particularly on weekends. Booking is available on a rolling basis, up to 45 days out.
2. Euro-Mediterranean gastronomy
European coastal and continental traditions, including Italian, Spanish, and Greek-inspired fare.
Bar Volpe (Italian)
Bib Gourmand
Both reservations and walk-ins are accepted, but advance booking is recommended, especially during peak hours.
Book here: https://www.barvolpe.com/
Fox & the Knife (Italian)
Bib Gourmand
Both walk-ins and reservations are accepted. Advance booking is highly recommended to secure preferred seating, especially during peak hours.
Book here: https://www.sevenrooms.com/explore/foxandtheknife/reservations
Giulia (Italian)
Recommended
Advance reservation is highly recommended for indoor tables (1–5 guests), which can be booked up to two weeks ahead (2-hour limit). Online booking secures indoor seating only. Outdoor tables must be reserved by phone. The 18-seat bar is reserved for first-come, first-served walk-ins.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/giulia-restaurant
Outdoor tables - (617-441-2800).
Carmelina's (Italian)
Recommended
Reservations are required and can only be made online. Bookings open weeks or months in advance, and dining is limited to 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Book here: https://www.yelp.com/reservations/carmelinas-boston
La Padrona (Italian)
Recommended
Reservations open at 9:00 AM EST on a 14-day rolling basis online. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis at the first-floor bar and lounge.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/boston-ma/venues/la-padrona
Pammy's (New American/Italian)
Recommended
Reservations for groups of five or fewer can be made up to 30 days in advance. Larger parties cannot be accommodated. Walk-ins are welcome at the bar and sometimes at the communal table for à la carte dining.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/r/pammys-cambridge
Oleana (Mediterranean)
Recommended
Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance. Walk-in seating is available each evening on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/bos/oleana
Toro (Spanish Tapas)
Recommended
Both walk-ins and reservations are welcome, but it's strongly recommended to book up to two weeks in advance, especially for weekend dinners.
Book here: https://www.toro-restaurant.com/reservations
Thistle & Leek (British/Mediterranean
Recommended
Lunch is walk-in only and is available from Tuesday to Friday. Dinner reservations are recommended and can be made up to 30 days in advance.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/boston-ma/venues/thistle-and-leek
3. Contemporary American gastronomy
Contemporary American dining, innovative tasting menus, and cuisine with broad international or unique New England influences.
Asta (Contemporary American)
Recommended
Reservations are required, with the standard booking window opening 30 days in advance.
Lenox Sophia (Contemporary American)
Recommended
Reservations are required and available up to 30 days in advance, with an allotment of 90 minutes to dine.
Book here: https://resy.com/cities/boston-ma/venues/lenox-sophia
Urban Hearth (Contemporary American)
Recommended
Indoor dining only. Advance reservations are highly recommended to secure a table in the intimate dining room. Reservations can be made up to two weeks in advance.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/r/urban-hearth-cambridge
Woods Hill Pier 4 (Farm-to-Table American)
Recommended
Both walk-ins and reservations are accepted. Reservations open 2 months in advance.
Book here: https://www.woodshillpier4.com/nye-25-reservations
Select Oyster Bar (Seafood)
Recommended
Reservations are recommended to avoid a wait, but there's space for walk-ins. They only seat complete parties, so if you're over 15 minutes late, you may lose your table.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/select-oyster-bar
Neptune Oyster (Seafood)
Recommended
WALK-INS ONLY. Neptune Oyster does not take reservations. Seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Expect long wait times, especially during peak dinner hours.
Mooncusser (Seafood/Contemporary)
Recommended
Walk-ins and reservations are welcome, but advance reservations are recommended for the popular tasting menu. You can typically book up to 30 days in advance.
Moëca (Seafood/Contemporary)
Recommended
Both walk-ins and reservations are welcome; however, advance reservations are recommended for parties of five or more, up to two weeks in advance.
Book here: https://www.opentable.com/r/moeca-cambridge or call 617-945-0040 or email info@moecarestaurant.com.
Photo credit: All photographs were taken from the Michelin page.
