Best of Boston

Best Casual Restaurant, South

2015 Best Casual Restaurant, North

C. K. Pearl

Essex
Patrick Shea, son of the couple behind Essex icon Shea's Riverside, has New England seafood in his blood. So much so, in fact, that he [...] read more»
2015 Best Casual Restaurant, West

Sweet Basil

Needham
It's the scent that hits you first: sweet, pungent garlic, mixed with basil and white wine as it hits the pan. After that, it's the [...] read more»
2015 Best Casual Restaurant, South

The New World Tavern

Plymouth
Clio and Uni alum Johnny Sheehan has taken his talents south, to a funky tavern in downtown Plymouth. Here, friends catch up over spicy Sichuan [...] read more»
2007 Best Casual Restaurant, Martha's Vineyard

The Newes from America

Edgartown
We're channeling Frances Rivera here to deliver our special report: The best burgers and beers are at the Newes. This 'Colonial vintage' pub has creaky [...] read more»
2006 Best Casual Restaurant, Martha's Vineyard

Jimmy’s Pasta

Oak Bluffs
Do not order your own entrée here—the portions are enormous. Not in the mood to share? Well, don't say we didn't warn you. Heavy on [...] read more»
2006 Best Casual Restaurant, Nantucket

Sconset Café

Siasconset
Hidden away on the eastern end of the island, the Sconset Café isn't fancy and serves no alcohol (has a BYOB setup), but it's got [...] read more»
2005 Best Casual Restaurant, North

Red Rock Bistro & Bar

Swampscott
At first it's easy to overlook the Red Rock's first-class food in favor of the sweeping sea and city skyline views. But one nibble of [...] read more»