Best of Boston

Best New Restaurant

1997 Best New Restaurant, Scene

Mistral

Boston
This beautiful space—with its soaring vaulted ceilings, off-kilter, oversize chandeliers, rattan seats, and sandstone walls—is the place to be seen these days. The big, comfy [...] read more»
1993 Best New Restaurant

Anago Bistro

Cambridge
We were sorry to see Bruce Frankel's 798 Main close, but Anago is a more than worthy successor, thanks to chef Bob Claderone and maitress [...] read more»
1993 Best New Restaurant, Neighborhood

Uva

Brighton
We've always loved the Nauset Beach Club, on the Cape, which is owned by Campbells' parents, so we were very happy to see the kids [...] read more»
1992 Best New Restaurant

The Blue Room

Cambridge
Spicy, imaginative, and affordable. More! More! read more»
1992 Best New Restaurant, Suburban

Caffe Bella

Randolph
The people of Randolph probably deserve a great restaurant, but we would rather have Caffe Bella next door to our offices at Horticultural Hall. read more»
1991 Best New Restaurant

Jae’s Cafe and Grill

Boston
Small, cute, and, wouldn't you know, always crowded. No surprise there. Chef Jae's curries and other Korean-accented dishes were an instant favorite for us, too. read more»
1989 Best New Restaurant

Olives

Charlestown
Todd and Olivia English couldn't have done it better. The meats and fish from the wood-fired grill and oven are fabulous. The decor is warm [...] read more»
1988 Best New Restaurant

Hamersley’s Bistro

Boston
Forget fancy food at astronomical prices; Gordon and Fiona Hamersley's cheerful little restaurant reminds us of the virtues of a perfectly roasted chicken. Simplicity. That's [...] read more»
1988 Best New Restaurant, with a Sense of Humor

Rocco’s

Boston
Patrick Bowe's popular restaurant—with dishes from all over and decor to match—is a witty dream come true. For him and for us. read more»
1987 Best New Restaurant

Dartmouth Street

Boston
Trendy food for grazers. Catch the squid pasta or the lobster ravioli. read more»