September 8, 2009

Dorado Tacos & Cemitas Boston

Splashed in orange, yellow, and blue, the tiny counter-service spot dishes four styles of fish tacos (traditional with beer-battered whitefish, spicy, Asian, and grilled) along with chorizo, chicken, steak, and portobello. It also serves killer cemitas, two-fisted sandwiches stuffed with Mexican goodness. Ole!

  North Brookine, Food & Drink

March 8, 2007

Sanctuary Boston

A restaurant, lounge, and club all in one, go to nosh on Asian-inspired apps or hearty mains like steak and pork ribs. Drink like a VIP bottle-service style, dance, or just people-watch.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, DJs, Scenesters

November 16, 2006

Pigalle Boston

In Paris, Pigalle might be the slightly seedy section of town; in Boston, it’s a top-notch French restaurant that’s consistently earned high marks for its attentive service, romantic dining room, and, bien sûr, a tasty menu filled with fatty classics.

  Chinatown, Food & Drink, Impeccable Service

January 24, 2006

Ivy Restaurant Boston

A happening but laid-back Italian restaurant filled with sleek tables and red leather seating that provide a backdrop to friendly service and flavorful plates of gorgonzola-and-truffle mac ’n’ cheese, rich risottos, and hearty pastas. Cava, the downstairs cocktail lounge, stays open late.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Comes to You