White Mountain Creamery

19 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Garth S. writes: Wholesome high school and BC students man the counter.  Multigenerational families stop in for dessert.  Some months ago, I saw what must have been a fourteen-year-old's first date: all awkwardness, braces, and hormones.  The ice cream itself is…

Samuel Adams Brewery
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

30 Germania Street
Boston, MA 02130

Rhett G. writes: I'm going to start this off with a confession: I don't really like Sam Adams that much.

I'm probably just spoiled having developed my taste for beer at places like Gordon Bierch in California and tasting many a fine brew in Ft. Collins, CO.

However,…

Charles Street Liquors
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

143 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02228

cherie c. writes: Don't let the neighborhood fool you; the prices here are the best we've found so far in town.  They are consistently cheaper in every category by $1 to $5 per bottle of liquor.  Cheaper than shops we've tried in downtown Boston, Cambridge, and…

Woodman's of Essex

121 Main St
Essex, MA 01929

J C. writes: Woodman's Lobster Roll ......

"Fark King Pissed !"  when first seeing the Farking Roll in my hand.
 (Bioche bun, load of Lobster meat, and Mayo ......Dat it, nothing else for $19? )....looked fark king shocking.

"Fark King Fantastic !" when eating…

Stanza dei Sigari
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

292 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113

Ligaya T. writes: Yep, it's time to talk to you guys about this place. Fondness has been brewing since I last visited, truly. Back in the prohibition days, it was a tufted chair, cognac sipped speakeasy that you'd visit in your three piece suit. Before they had the…

TaQueria La Mexicana

247 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143

Chantelle K. writes: A visit to Taqueria La Mexicana has pretty much become tradition when I head back to Boston to visit the parents. And by tradition I mean I throw myself on the ground and start crying if we don't go.

I mixed it up this time and got the chicken…

Lincoln Street Coffee

15 Lincoln St
Newton Highlands, MA 02461

holly m. writes: I am a true coffee lover and this is a true coffee shop.  Their food safety practices leave a bit to be desired (read:touching my sandwich with bare hands, ehw!), but the coffee beverages are quite tasty.  Quaint and fun, this place has good stuff.

True Grounds

717 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02144

john w. writes: True Grounds effortlessly exudes a cool 'neighborhood cafe' vibe that is hard to resist. they pour amazing Brazilian coffee, tasty teas, and also serve yummy baked goods. i have never eaten here, but they have food if that's how you roll.

Miss Laura's at Cla-Mar
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

46 South St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Abby L. writes: The full name of this place is "Miss Laura's at Cla-Mar." The owner, Laura, also owns Honeypot next door. My friend Kristin couldn't say enough nice things about this place, so I went. I'm so glad I did.

Walking past, it looks like it's closed...…

Coast Cafe

233 River St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Tom E. writes: Best Comfort Food of 2006 and Hidden Gem? That's what the Phantom Gourmet says about Coast Cafe and it's hard to disagree with him. It's not gourmet high-end food but it's true home-made comfort food on the cheap.

This little take-out stop in…

The Littlest Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown

47 Province Street
Boston, MA 02108

Ty V. writes: Get here fast, because its going to be closing soon!

Sixty years after it first opened as a cramped, poorly lit watering hole for politicians, bookies, and anyone looking for good pint of Guinness and some excellent company,  the Littlest Bar will…

Public Garden
Neighborhood: Back Bay

Boylston & Arlington
Boston, MA 02116

Tom E. writes: What a beautiful garden for all the tourists, rich hotel guests and those who are rich enough to live in Back Bay and Beacon Hill but don't own a roof garden. If you get a chance to spend a few hours here on a sunny day then soak it all in. You won't…

Federalist Restaurant
Neighborhood: Downtown

15 Beacon St
Boston, MA 02108

Jessica F. writes: I love the Federalist. Brunch, dinner, drinks - all worth 5 stars.  The decor and service are fantastic and everything I've eaten has been terrific.  

Brunch is quieter than most places in Boston, which is great if you want to linger over bloody Marys…

McKinnon Meat Market
Neighborhood: Davis Square

239 Elm St
Somerville, MA 02144

Damien S. writes: Why oh why, Yelp, can you not offer 6 stars?

This place stinks. The second you walk in, the smell of meat and stainless steel assaults your olfactory senses like bullies on the new kid in school. And that's about the only negative thing you'll…

Riccardi
Neighborhood: Back Bay

116 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: The racks are adorned with impeccably chosen designer items that most people will only unfortunately be able to obtain on sale. As other yelpers say, the jean selection is rad. And even if you're not blinged out, the staff is cordial and helpful. I…

Clam Box

206 High St
Ipswich, MA 01938

L D. writes: My visit to the Clam Box was one of the best days of the year, so far, and I truly can't wait to go back. There's not much to say that the other reviewers haven't already mentioned but I just have to note that there is an appeal to this place that…

Boston Harbor Islands Ferry
Neighborhood: Waterfront

Long Wharf
Boston, MA 02110

Tom E. writes: Harbor + Islands + Sunshine + Catamaran + Forts + Picnic + Seashells + Thi Chi + Jellyfish + Flowers + Jail + Boats - Lost Sunglasses + Watermelon + Panoramas + Rabbit + Art Work + Beach + Solar Panels + Civil War + Old Rubbish Dump + Chesnut +…

Giacomo's
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

355 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

Ligaya T. writes: If there was one place, any place in the entire city to spend your last dinner in the city where would it be?

The ultimate conundrum.
Face scrunch.
No close my eyes, restaurant roulette this time.
Oh, the pressure!

Well, obviously it's got to be good.…

Jet Blue

Logan International Airport
Boston, MA 02228

Josie M. writes: Don't forget the snacks!  They actually HAVE them!  Nifty stuff too, like (jet) blue corn tortilla chips and the Frito-Lay mixes.

I like that you can watch the progress of the plane on a certain TV channel, see how fast you're going, altitude, etc.  …

Savenor's Market

92 Kirkland St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Brian D. writes: Hey, guess what? Savenor's sells pretty much any dead animal that you might be looking for. How do I know this? I have read most of these reviews and have been buying crazy chopped up stuff there for a few years now and between what I have managed to…

Kaze Shabu Shabu
Neighborhood: Chinatown

1 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02111

Allix T. writes: In honor of Kenny, who we will all dearly miss, an acrostic:

K - Karma points abound for those who partake
E - Every savory arrangement on the menu satisfies
N - No need for seconds, but don't dare share
N - Neophytes be warned - don't splatter your…

WBUR 90.9 FM
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

890 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Sasha R. writes: NPR is my crack.  My new crack.

I got sick of nodding and smiling, and wanted to get out of the cave in which I live, so I timidly set the dial to 90.9, and at first, yes, I'll admit, I'd tune out the soothing voices like background noise, but then,…

Sorellina
Neighborhood: Back Bay

1 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02118

Shannon S. writes: Wow. I don't think I've ever been so let down by a restaurant --ever.  After reading the reviews on Yelp, I was super excited to go there for my big birthday dinner. And, at first glance, I was WOWED and floored by the slick look of the place. The…

Penzey's Spices
Neighborhood: Arlington Heights

1293 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02474

Etta M. writes: It should be fairly obvious by now that I love food, so when I found out that the place where my family mail orders their spices from is the next town over, I just had to go.

I fell in love with the place the moment I walked in. Little jars of spices…

Avanti Salon
Neighborhood: Back Bay

11 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116

Jamie S. writes: Eli G-- this one's for you...

From her silver sparkly flip flops, to the little sequins on her belt and tank top, Julia's silver scissors are a mere extension of her fingers.  This gal has got her dance on.  

Cutting hair sometimes 12 hours a day,…

Boston Derby Dames

Boston, MA 02228

Tom E. writes: $12 Ticket + $5 Drink + $2 Food + $1 Tip = $20

One twenty dollar bill for 4 hours of:

(a) hanging with the widest slice of society from old men who wear red Fez hats and like driving tiny cars to heavily tatooed lesbian vegans with bulldogs.

(b)…

Via Matta
Neighborhood: Back Bay

79 Park Plz
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: Allow me to free associate:

fragrant
rosemary
burrata
divine
eye rolls
casual chic
cordial
patio
vino
tortellini
bolognese
mascaporeos

Makes my tongue feel poetry on tastebuds.
Take your time.
It's worth it.

No. 9 Park
Neighborhood: Downtown

9 Park Street
6th Floor
Boston, MA 02108

Ligaya T. writes: Phenomenal.

Care for a quick example? Even a list? Allow me... The following ingredients made their sly way into our THREE liquid concoctions in the smoothest of combinations:

ginger beer
chamomile
basil
gelatin
maraschino cherry liqueur
egg whites
lemon…

Hamersley's Bistro
Neighborhood: South End

553 Tremont St
Boston, MA 02116

Bill K. writes: Hammersley's is a wonderful restaurant.  I fully agree with the reviewer who was surprised that the service was so friendly for an upscale place.  I was delighted with the service here.  

The food I had here was divine, as was my girlfriend's.  We had…

Paper Source
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1810 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Shannon S. writes: This isn't my favorite Paper Source (It's a little cramped & the one in Brookline is a bit more stocked) BUT it did it's job for my wedding-related purposes. I had purchased some invitations from Wedding Paper Divas but I wanted to get some thing to…

Coolidge Corner
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

Beacon St. and Harvard St.
Brookline, MA 02445

Sasha R. writes: Coolidge Corner is circling the drain, I'm afraid.  It used to be the heart of Brookline, with restaurants, cafes and shops, but it has turned into a corporate hub, with only a tiny drop of independence left.  I appreciate Trader Joe's, even though…

Davis Square

Red Line
Somerville, MA 02143

Irene F. writes: I love Davis Square. The little area by the T stop can keep you captivated for months, ebtween the bars and great food. Between Red Bones, the Burren, Mike's, and the movie theater, you really don't need to stray much further, although there is…

Somerville Theatre
Neighborhood: Davis Square

55 Davis Sq
Somerville, MA 02143

L D. writes: ~ Great selection of movies for a small theater
~ Rock shows
~ Cheap ticket prices and they now offer one first-run movie at a time
~ REAL BUTTER
~ BEER!!!!
~ OWLS!!!!!!
~ Seriously, OWLS!!!!

The Video Underground
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

385 Centre St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Amy H. writes: My roommate: We are having "Kevin Bacon Movie Night" - do you have footloose?

Staff: Why yes, it's under the "Fighting adversity through interpretive dance" section.

NO JOKE.

Brown Sugar Cafe
Neighborhood: Fenway

129 Jersey St
Boston, MA 02215

Ali E. writes: My lab/office has ordered take-out from here a few times, usually the wimpiest/nonspiciest things. For a big order, be prepared to wait at least a half hour for delivery. There was a little confusion trying to order for one of the girls who's Celiac…

Toscanini's Ice Cream
Neighborhood: Central Square

899 Main St
Cambridge, MA 02139

Liam B. writes: I don't care that the owner ripped me and half of cambridge/somerville off with some unsophisticated sales tax scam. Nor do I care that the same people bailed his ass out with some massive fund raising. You know why I don't care? Because his ice…

The Globe Corner Bookstore
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

90 Mt. Auburn Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Ligaya T. writes: I get a severe case of wanderlust every time I merely look at this store. It's torture to even walk by during the times when I'm entrenched in my worklife with no holidays on the horizon. Yesterday I allowed myself to enter, beckoned by the coffee…

Boston Red Sox
Neighborhood: Fenway

4 Yawkey Way
Boston, MA 02215

Lindley E. writes: For my 600th review, I would like to pause and write an homage to my home-town team, the Boston Red Sox, World Series Champions 2007.

Living in Chicago, I have the distinct pleasure of avoiding all of the hype associated with the Sox. While many who…

Polka Dog Bakery
Neighborhood: South End

256 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA 02118

Marguerite W. writes: Boston's premier Yuppie Dog Store! I just popped in for the first time and want to run out and get a pup!

A grew up at home with both a pug and chihuahua , both conducive to dressing up and pigging out.

Filled with goodies, I had to tear myself away…

Taranta Cucina Meridionale
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

210 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113

Shayan S. writes: Spurred my some of the reviews of this place, I decided to continue my exploration of Boston's North End (what can I say, I'm a sucker for Italian food, even though they "beat" France in the world cup... A fact which sadly, Boston's North End…