Its menu includes mostly new American fare and modern takes on old-fashioned items, including black garlic hummus, maple chili duck wings, roasted beets, beer-steamed mussels, a Cobb salad, burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, steak frites, and, well, you get the picture.
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BROTHERS RESTAURANT, BROOKLINE
A mellow and very eclectic spot that’s deep under the radar
POLAR COCKTAILS: SUMMERTIME AND THE LIVING IS FIZZY
Polar seltzer cocktails? Yes, they're a thing, and Viale is making them with a special twist.
BRICCO PANETTERIA AND BRICCO SALUMERIA/PASTA SHOP
North End twofer hidden in an alleyway
NEW DEAL FRUIT, REVERE
An Italian market with some of the region’s best subs
BOVA’S BAKERY
Old-Fashioned Italian Treats for Night Owls
WOLF PACK: BOSTON PUBLIC MARKET GOLDEN TICKET FOR NORTH SHORE CHEESE MASTER
“Mozzarella is a culture in Italy, not just a cheese you sell."
‘FIN-ALMENTE: SURVEYING THE LIBATIONS AT DOWNTOWN’S NEWEST BAR SCENE
I’ve said before that I look at myself as the anti-mixologist. I like things that are good, simple and quick. Nothing too expensive, or takes a long time to make. ”
LOCAL UNDERGROUND: COME FOR THE CANNOLIS, STAY FOR THE STEAK TACOS
“It’s getting harder and harder to know our neighbors. I [used to know] everyone on the street; I could go from building to building to building. This is a good way to get to know the people that still live here.”