Bagel World III Bakery & Deli

323 Main St
Reading, MA 01867

Matthew D. writes: There's constantly a line at the drive-thru every freakin' time I pull into this place, but it's worth the wait.

Excellent bagel flavors and pretty damn good coffee to boot. Get the f*** away from Dunkin' Donuts/Starbucks, and spice up your life a…

The Banshee
Neighborhood: Dorchester

934 Dorchester Ave
Dorchester, MA 02125

Jeff S. writes: I miss living around the corner from the Banshee. Many were the nights that I stumbled home after five too many at the bar.

This is as real as it gets in the Dot. The Banshee is the real deal Irish bar that the stupid Black Rose in F-Hall is…

Cafe D
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

711 Centre St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Jenny N. writes: Cafe D is delightful and de-lovely!  The boyfriend and I stopped in for a bite of dinner prior to heading down the street to the Yelp Salmagundi event. Because we mentioned we were Yelpers, our waitress started us off with the housemade guacamole dip…

Tryst
Neighborhood: Arlington Center

689 Massachusetts Avenue
Arlington, MA 02474

S S. writes: Located on mass ave right after arlington center. Here is the breakdown
Food -uninspired
service-rushed
ambiance-Great for Arlington!
I really liked it better when this place used to be a tea shop, but you know what, when its snowing/raining/sleeting…

Ball Square Fine Wines and Liquors

716 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02144

Natalie M. writes: Ball Square Fine Wines (or as I refer to it, "Visiting the Brothers,") is pretty much awesome.  I go there for all my alcohol needs.  Not only do they have a great selection of cheap favorites (Bud Light, PBR, Coors etc.) they have some great unique…

Kingfish Hall

Faneuil Hall Marketplace
188 S Market Blvd
Boston, MA 02109

Orly M. writes: My man and I went here last night to celebrate Valentines Day early.  We had a really spectacular dinner.

The atmosphere is cool -- i really like the high ceilings with the big fish hanging down, and the fact that you can watch the fish being grilled…

Little Italy

294 Cabot St
Beverly, MA 01915

Jonathan G. writes: This pizza should not be defined as pizza.  It should be defined as "crack."  Not that I take crack, but I assume it is an immediate and somewhat unpleasant high obtained by a cheap and potentially deadly narcotic that you remain forever addicted to.…

Bagel World II Bakery & Deli

203 Canal St
Salem, MA 01970

Dale S. writes: Any Salem State student will tell you, there's no place better to start your day then at Bagel World.  You want fresh baked bagels and hot coffee?  This is the place.  They have something like 30 varieties of bagels to choose from, along with…

Tavern On the Water
Neighborhood: Charlestown

1 8th St
Pier 6
Charlestown, MA 02129

Liz D. writes: What really attributed to our amazing time here was the perfect table.  My parents and brother came with me here over the summer and we were put in an ideal setting at an upstairs table by the window overlooking the boating docks and the Boston…

Barneys New York
Neighborhood: Back Bay

100 Huntington Avenue
Copley Place
Boston, MA 02116

Deepa C. writes: staring at the back of his head, planning our wedding, i was well aware that cute blond and i will never be. he was WAY out of my leauge and probably had a girlfriend. the daydreams during psych lectures didn't do anyone any harm. right?

glaring at…

In a Pickle Breakfast & Lunch

655 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02454

Josh B. writes: It's a bird! No, it's a plane! No, it's some ridiculously good breakfast!

My ex and I used to go here every weekend (No, I don't think that's why she's my ex!). It's small, and often crowded, especially when college is in session, as you'll frequently…

Brookline Public Library
Neighborhood: Brookline Village

361 Washington Street
Brookline, MA 02445

Allix T. writes: They have performance spaces here! They're not ideal but when you're a struggling musician, singer, songwriter, opera star, etc... and you need a space to showcase or stage a small recital the Brookline Public Library will hook you up! So cool.

I…

SavMor Liquors Somerville

13-R McGrath Highway
Somerville, MA 02143

Cara P. writes: Don't be scared of the outside...or inside for that matter.  

Sav Mor has the  BEST variety of wine and liquor anywhere. At the BEST prices

Yes, it is cluttered...yes it is a little scary....yes it is the prime shopping center for many of the homeless…

Greyhound Bus Lines
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston

700 Atlantic Ave
Boston, MA 02111

Tom E. writes: It's not America until you've taken the Greyhound bus and offered a stick of Wrigley's to a cute girl in the seat across the aisle. At least that was the American dream they sold us on TV in the UK in the 90s.

~~ Cut to reality ~~
A cold winter night…

Costco Liquor

71 2nd Ave
Waltham, MA 02451

Joseph G. writes: A let you all in a little known secret.  You do not need to be a member of Costco to buy at their liquor department.  They carry all named brands at discounts from 25-40% over most others.  Check it out, then invite me for Margaritas.  I'll bring the…

Chung Ki Wa

27 Riverside Ave
Medford, MA 02155

Ligaya T. writes: Kamsamnida grande (how macaronic can we get here?) to Alex L for showing me the wonders of this spot. I feel ridiculous for having gone to Tufts, a mere five minutes away, and robbing myself of this cibarious goldmine for four deprived years. Yay for…

International Poster Gallery
Neighborhood: Back Bay

205 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Deepa C. writes: my office has got me stumped for decorations, so when i saw this poster gallery on newbury, my eyes lit up, thinking i could pick up some prints and some frames at target. umm, not quite.

the inside is immaculate and wonderfully decorated (duh). the…

Sheraton Boston Hotel

39 Dalton St
Boston, MA 02199

Justin V. writes: You get exactly what you pay for here. Better-than-average convention hotel with nice rooms. The $10 a day internet charge sucks, but is to be expected, and at least is an option. The concierge staff isn't that great, but my interactions with the…

Great Thai Chef

255 Washington Street
Somerville, MA 02143

Devon M. writes: Dorian ordered take out for us from here tonight, and it was decent.  Just decent.  It wasn't mildblowingly good, but it was okay, and was delivered, which always scores points.  We got some vegetable rolls, that were tasty, some sweet and sour…

Cafe Mangal

555 Washington Street
Wellesley, MA 02482

Philip C. writes: I have to say that they serve the best sandwiches and salads in Mass...It's located in wellesley and if you live in boston i'd say it's definitely worth the 30 minute drive.

Cafe Cakes

51 Galen St
Watertown, MA 02472

Ricky R. writes: The first thing you'll probably do when you walk in here is boogie on over to the counter and press your face against the pastry display.  "Dag, yo. What should I get?"  Then you'll realize you also need real food, so your eyes will wander over to…

South End Open Market
Neighborhood: South End

540 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02228

Jeffrey H. writes: "When I have a brand new hairdo
With my eyelashes all in curl,
I float as the clouds on air do,
I enjoy being a girl!"

That's what would play in my head if I were to put a soundtrack to the experience of walking through the South End Open Market - oh and…

Target

1 Mystic View Rd.
Everett, MA 02149

Yihwa H. writes: Whether it's the "and I say la di-dah!" Long-Live ads, or the "and I say hello, hello goodbye" Hello-GoodBuy ads, the TV commercials get stuck in my head like no other. I cannot resist the draw of Target. Yes, I know it's a huge corporation but the…

New York Deli Pizzeria

47 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA 02454

David S. writes: This is my local sub shop... I come here for one thing and one thing only:  the Buffalo Chicken Wrap.
Nothing else comes close.  And nobody else makes a wrap like this.  I don't know what could be so hard about it- crisp lettuce, some fresh tomato…

Skywalk Observatory
Neighborhood: Back Bay

800 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02199

Ian W. writes: AHHH YESSSS!!! MY BIG 1000TH YELP REVIEW IS FINALLY HERE!! WOOT! WOOT!

I'm reviewing my one of my favorite places in Boston, the Skywalk Observation Deck at the top of the Prudential Center. I took my folks here when they were visiting me from out of…

Legal Sea Foods
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

20 University Rd
Cambridge, MA 02138

Kelly Z. writes: On Rosemarie N.'s advice, I agreed to a dinner at Legal, eager to try the vegan box.

Turns out the vegan 'box' is a reallllllly good veggie stir fry. It had: snow peas, tofu, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, eggplant, cashews, brown rice, and a really…

Mechanique
Neighborhood: Back Bay

115 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Scott L. writes: Top-notch haircut.

Highly recommended.

Magdelene cut my hair.  She was excellent and professional.

She came recommended by a friend and it worked out great.

Magdelene took the time to learn what I wanted in a haircut and she adapted to the way my…

Cafe Society

131 Cypress St
Brookline, MA 02445

Ligaya T. writes: On an interminable quest for obtaining unique articles from every era (ignoring that each favored a certain body type though deep down I know I'll never be able to wear 50s dresses well) we bounded to Brookline Hills.

I stepped in the door and like a…

Sur La Table

199 Boylston Street
The Mall at Chestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Aluminum Chefs, C and T. writes: Gadgets with silicone handles and colors.
Kitchenaid mixers and nice pizza cutters.
Le Creuset, All-Clad and Calphalon pans.
Henckels for cutting my fav-o-rite haaammmms.

It's about as organized as a pile of rubble, though.  Good luck.

Trader Joes

958 Highland Ave.
Needham, MA 02494

erica c. writes: Like Merrill, this was also my first trader joe's experience ever.....so it holds a special place in MY heart!

I have never been to a trader's joe's that I didn't like but this one seems especially fabulous....less crowded and the staff is super…

Pyara Spa and Salon
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

104 Mt. Auburn Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Leighann F. writes: FINALLY!

I have found my bikini waxing place! After 9 months... 9 MONTHS and about a million failures in this department, I can call Pyara my place of choice for the removal of all my unwanted nether-region hairs.

I called TODAY and an appointment for…

Finagle-A-Bagel
Neighborhood: Downtown

70 Franklin St
Ste 3
Boston, MA 02110

Greg O. writes: The New Job Chronicles: Part 1.  Finagle a Bagel...

Working on Federal Street, you too are in the range I can travel to get lunch and be back to work on time.  I've only ever used you for a tasty morning carb product until now ( Monday ).  Since my…

Shu Uemura
Neighborhood: Back Bay

130 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: Indeed the interior is modern, clean and bright with delicious palettes of color and a simple layout which allows movement around the space. The products are exquisite. Whether it be the cleansing oil, basic mascara or eyelash curler, I couldn't go a…

Irving's Toy & Card Shop
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

371 Harvard Street
Brookline, MA 02446

Rachel M. writes: When I was in Kindergarden my Grandpa used to take me here to get me little toys or an ice cream from the freezer. Over 20 years later Ethel still runs one of Brookline's most beloved little shops. She remembers all the neighborhood kids (even the…

Verrill Farm

11 Wheeler Rd
Concord, MA 01742

MiRIAM w. writes: A wise eight year old I know gives this farm five stars. Having tried only the strawberry-rhubarb pie, I'm inclined to agree with her, but I'll hold onto the coveted fifth star until I can make it to the farm myself.

Until tonight I thought I disliked…

Green Street
Neighborhood: Central Square

280 Green St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Kabir H. writes: Green Street has grown to be my favorite dining spot in Central. The drinks are bar none the best poured in the 'hood and I have a hard time naming its equal even across the Charles. The expanded cocktail menu is so large, it's alphabetized from A to…

Dellaria Salon
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

322 Harvard St.
Brookline, MA 02445

dan w. writes: I am not really a 'salon type of guy' I am more of a 'shave my head once a year and let it grow until next year type of guy'.  however I now have a 'real' job and they tell me I need to 'look professional'.  I tried local barber shops and the cheap…

Marty's Liquor

675 Washington St
Newton, MA 02458

Angela H. writes: I love this place, not only because of the quiet aisles of booze I can wander through, but also for that delicious smell! Upon walking in here I am overcome with memories of the old Bread and Circus and the way it used to welcome it's small customers…