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These Tried-and-True Neighborhood Restaurants Are Open Seven Days a Week

Trying to find big portions and a comfortable hangout on a Monday or Tuesday night? Start here.

byRachel Leah Blumenthal
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Trina’s Starlite Lounge.
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byRachel Leah Blumenthal

Early in the week, it can be hard to find a place to eat: Many Boston-area restaurants close on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, or some combination of those days. This map highlights a number of reliable neighborhood favorites that are not only open seven days a week with long hours, they also serve up hearty portions and relaxed vibes.

(That said, lots of local restaurants have been suddenly shortening hours or closing temporarily due to staff shortages, COVID exposure, and such, so even for neighborhood spots like these that typically operate daily, it’s always good to check a restaurant’s social media or pick up the phone ahead of time to make sure it’s open.)

Health experts consider dining out to be a high-risk activity for the unvaccinated; it may pose a risk for the vaccinated, especially in areas with substantial COVID transmission. Note that as of January 15, 2022, restaurants in the city of Boston arerequired to check for proof of vaccinationfor customers dining indoors. (Brookline and Salem have similar policies, with Brookline’s also covering outdoor seating areas.)

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Olde Magoun's Saloon

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ThisMagoun Square tavernfeatures a solid beer list and above-average pub food, including one of the best mac and cheeses around. Also on the menu: Guinness beef stew, steak tips, a wurst plate, and more. Open for dinner nightly, plus lunch on Thursday and Friday and brunch on the weekend.

518 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145
(617) 776-2600
(617) 776-2600
A cast iron skillet of mac and cheese, made with cavatappi and topped with bread crumbs and a mound of braised short rib
Mac and cheese topped with braised short rib at Olde Magoun’s Saloon.
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Highland Kitchen

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Most everyone who has lived in Somerville in the last few years adoresthis Spring Hill favorite, which serves excellent cocktails (say hi to longtime bartender Joe McGuirkon Tuesday nights) and creative comfort food. There’s always something exciting on the specials list, but don’t ignore menu mainstays like the Buffalo fried Brussels sprouts, spicy goat stew, or ricotta and mozzarella fritters. Open daily for dinner until 10 p.m. and bar until 1 a.m.

150 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-1131
(617) 625-1131
Closeup on a plate of fried cheese balls with a dipping sauce.
Ricotta and mozzarella fritters at Highland Kitchen.
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The Neighborhood Restaurant

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Conveniently enough, a restaurant calledthe Neighborhoodhappens to be a beloved neighborhood spot. Open for Portuguese-American breakfast and lunch daily (it closes at 4 p.m.), the Neighborhood is famous for its huge brunch portions — and the long lines they attract on weekends, especially in the summer when the lovely patio is open. The Cream of Wheat is mandatory. If you know, you know.

25 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 623-9710
(617) 623-9710
A white bowl of Cream of Wheat sits on a dark background, topped with a generous sprinkling of cinnamon.
Cream of Wheat at Neighborhood in Somerville.
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Brewer's Fork

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Brewer’s Fork在城裏最好的柴火披薩(round out the meal with oysters and small plates), not to mention a fantastic beer list. There’s dinner daily, plus weekday lunch and weekend brunch, with a slightly pared-down mid-day menu available between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. every day.

7 Moulton St, Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 337-5703
(617) 337-5703
Closeup view of a pizza topped with crumbled chorizo and a green sauce. Patio furniture is visible in the background.
Chorizo and tomatillo pizza (a special) on the patio at Brewer’s Fork in Charlestown.
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Trina's Starlite Lounge

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Not only isTrina’s Starlite Loungeopen on Sundays and Mondays, it serves brunch both days. There’s also dinner every night of the week, and the bar stays open until 1 a.m. (2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday). This popular Inman Square spot pairs great renditions of hot dogs, mac and cheese, and more with can’t-miss cocktails that don’t break the bank. Want to watch sports? Head next door to sibling spotParlor Sports, also open daily.

3 Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 576-0006
(617) 576-0006
A view into a bar, starting with a star-spangled host stand. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling.
Eat a hot dog and drink a cocktail here.
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Charlie's Kitchen

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At Harvard Square standbyCharlie’s Kitchen, go for the double cheeseburger and stay for the cheap oysters and sizable beer garden. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily, staying open until midnight Thursday through Saturday.

10 Eliot St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 492-9646
(617) 492-9646
A restaurant interior features red leather stools at a bar. Neon signage over a mirror in the background advertises Charlie’s double cheeseburger special.
Charlie’s Kitchen.
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Lone Star Taco Bar

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Lone Star, with locations inCambridgeandAllston, features Mexican street food by way of Texas and California — plenty of tacos (try the chorizo fundido or the Dallas spicy beef), plus Frito pie, grilled street corn, and more. Going for brunch, served 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily? Don’t miss the jalapeno corn cakes. Both locations open at 11 a.m. daily and close at midnight (Cambridge) or 1 a.m. (Allston).

635 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
(857) 285-6179
(857) 285-6179
Two shredded beef tacos and a wedge of lime sit on a plate
Shredded beef tacos at Lone Star Taco Bar in Cambridge.
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The Quiet Few

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ThisEast Boston whiskey barserves food like fried pickles; Frito pie hot dogs; and chips with French onion dip and optional caviar. It’s open daily until 1 a.m., with a full food menu until 10 p.m. and late-night grilled cheese until close.

331 Sumner St, East Boston, MA 02128
(617) 561-1061
(617) 561-1061
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The Quiet Few in East Boston.
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Lulu's Allston

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Good brunch, good beer, good outside seating:Lulu’s Allstonis an asset to the neighborhood. Brunch is available seven days a week (until 3 p.m.), and the kitchen stays open until 10:30 p.m. (11:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays). On the menu: duck confit poutine, short rib mac and cheese, loaded burgers, and more.

421 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
(617) 787-1117
(617) 787-1117
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Lulu’s Allston.
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Anchovies

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ThisSouth End hideaway— a cozy den of red sauce andworn-in booths— is open for dinner and late-night dining every day, with the kitchen operating until 1:30 a.m. Mussels and garlic bread are must-tries.

433 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-5088
(617) 266-5088
The exterior of a restaurant with maroon awning, shot from across the street after dark. Neon signage in the window says Anchovies in red.
Anchovies
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Franklin Cafe

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Franklin Cafehas been open in the South End for over a quarter century. It serves industry workers and other night owls a full menu daily until 1:30 a.m., highlighting upscale comfort food like steak frites, roasted mussels, and beef tartare.

278 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(617) 350-0010
(617) 350-0010
A round portion of beef tartare sits on a plate with thin slices of toasted bread. The plate sits on a bar in an empty restaurant.
Beef tartare at Franklin Cafe.
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The Abbey

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With locations inBrooklineandCambridge, the Abbey offers both communities lunch, dinner, and late-night dining seven days a week (11 a.m. to 2 a.m., with the kitchen closing at 1:30). It’s gastropub fare: Think bison Bolognese, short rib grilled cheese, steak frites, and such.

1657 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 730-8040
(617) 730-8040
Two big meatballs sit in a cast iron pan in a pool of red sauce, garnished with shredded cheese and microgreens.
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Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant

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With brunch and late-night dining available seven days a week (and dinner in the middle),Lincolnis pretty much always open, and its big menu of comfort food is a crowd-pleaser. Looking for a giant stack of gingerbread pancakes on a weekday morning or some late-night pizza? This is your spot.

425 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127
(617) 765-8636
(617) 765-8636
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Fruity Pebbles pancakes at Lincoln Tavern.
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Milkweed

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Thischeery Mission Hill spot是一個訂單pular place for breakfast and lunch every day, but don’t forget that there’s also dinner (and cocktails). The menu draws inspiration from all over: One might have shakshuka for breakfast, a Cuban sandwich for lunch, and salmon with green Thai curry for dinner.

1508 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02120
(617) 516-8913
(617) 516-8913
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Nutella and strawberry French toast at Milkweed.
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Victoria's Diner

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Boston doesn’t really have the extensive diner scene that some other cities enjoy, but there aresomeclassic spots in town where one can eat big portions of traditional brunch all day long (and milkshakes, of course).Victoria’s Dineris one such destination, serving hefty plates of eggs Benedict, stuffed French toast, omelets, and more from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily (3 p.m. Friday through Sunday).

1024 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(617) 442-5965
(617) 442-5965
Eggs Benedict on a white plate, isolated on a white background
Eggs Benedict at Victoria’s Diner.
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Brendan Behan Pub

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This might not fit the bill if you’re looking for a full meal; the “food” section ofBrendan Behan’smenu includes potato chips; tortilla chips and salsa; and, uh, tea and hot cocoa. (There’s also a burrito pop-up onsite starting at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays.) But this well-loved Irish pub features live Irish music on Saturdays and major neighborhood vibes daily from noon to 1 p.m.

378 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 522-5386
(617) 522-5386
Black exterior of a bar with a red door and red trim around the large front window. Brendan Behan Pub is written in a gold font across the top of the one-story building.
Brendan Behan Pub in Jamaica Plain.
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Pleasant Cafe

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The neon signage is a beacon for this decidedlyold-school Roslindale joint, open for over 80 years. Try broiled scallops or brick-oven pizza. Pleasant Cafe is open daily for lunch and dinner.

4515 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 323-2111
(617) 323-2111
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Pleasant Cafe.
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The Bowery Bar

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With weekday lunch, weekend brunch, and daily dinner and late-night, this livelyDorchester restaurant提供長時間和一個菜單加載的沙拉,鑽gers, and more. Swing by during brunch for boozy iced coffee, seasonal doughnut hole specials, and steak and eggs. If it’s winter, check outthe heated yurts.

2261 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124
(617) 698-2261
(617) 698-2261
Overhead view of a white plate with a blue rim; it’s topped with a massive salad of sliced rare steak, sliced avocado, crispy wonton strings, and more.
The Bowery Bar’s steak and avocado salad.
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Olde Magoun's Saloon

518 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145

ThisMagoun Square tavernfeatures a solid beer list and above-average pub food, including one of the best mac and cheeses around. Also on the menu: Guinness beef stew, steak tips, a wurst plate, and more. Open for dinner nightly, plus lunch on Thursday and Friday and brunch on the weekend.

518 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145
(617) 776-2600
(617) 776-2600
A cast iron skillet of mac and cheese, made with cavatappi and topped with bread crumbs and a mound of braised short rib
Mac and cheese topped with braised short rib at Olde Magoun’s Saloon.
Rachel Leah Blumenthal/Eater

Highland Kitchen

150 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143

Most everyone who has lived in Somerville in the last few years adoresthis Spring Hill favorite, which serves excellent cocktails (say hi to longtime bartender Joe McGuirkon Tuesday nights) and creative comfort food. There’s always something exciting on the specials list, but don’t ignore menu mainstays like the Buffalo fried Brussels sprouts, spicy goat stew, or ricotta and mozzarella fritters. Open daily for dinner until 10 p.m. and bar until 1 a.m.

150 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-1131
(617) 625-1131
Closeup on a plate of fried cheese balls with a dipping sauce.
Ricotta and mozzarella fritters at Highland Kitchen.
Rachel Leah Blumenthal/Eater

The Neighborhood Restaurant

25 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143

Conveniently enough, a restaurant calledthe Neighborhoodhappens to be a beloved neighborhood spot. Open for Portuguese-American breakfast and lunch daily (it closes at 4 p.m.), the Neighborhood is famous for its huge brunch portions — and the long lines they attract on weekends, especially in the summer when the lovely patio is open. The Cream of Wheat is mandatory. If you know, you know.

25 Bow St, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 623-9710
(617) 623-9710
A white bowl of Cream of Wheat sits on a dark background, topped with a generous sprinkling of cinnamon.
Cream of Wheat at Neighborhood in Somerville.
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Brewer's Fork

7 Moulton St, Charlestown, MA 02129

Brewer’s Fork在城裏最好的柴火披薩(round out the meal with oysters and small plates), not to mention a fantastic beer list. There’s dinner daily, plus weekday lunch and weekend brunch, with a slightly pared-down mid-day menu available between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. every day.

7 Moulton St, Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 337-5703
(617) 337-5703
Closeup view of a pizza topped with crumbled chorizo and a green sauce. Patio furniture is visible in the background.
Chorizo and tomatillo pizza (a special) on the patio at Brewer’s Fork in Charlestown.
Rachel Leah Blumenthal/Eater

Trina's Starlite Lounge

3 Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143

Not only isTrina’s Starlite Loungeopen on Sundays and Mondays, it serves brunch both days. There’s also dinner every night of the week, and the bar stays open until 1 a.m. (2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday). This popular Inman Square spot pairs great renditions of hot dogs, mac and cheese, and more with can’t-miss cocktails that don’t break the bank. Want to watch sports? Head next door to sibling spotParlor Sports, also open daily.

3 Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 576-0006
(617) 576-0006
A view into a bar, starting with a star-spangled host stand. A disco ball hangs from the ceiling.
Eat a hot dog and drink a cocktail here.
Rachel Leah Blumenthal/Eater

Charlie's Kitchen

10 Eliot St, Cambridge, MA 02138

At Harvard Square standbyCharlie’s Kitchen, go for the double cheeseburger and stay for the cheap oysters and sizable beer garden. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily, staying open until midnight Thursday through Saturday.

10 Eliot St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 492-9646
(617) 492-9646
A restaurant interior features red leather stools at a bar. Neon signage over a mirror in the background advertises Charlie’s double cheeseburger special.
Charlie’s Kitchen.
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Lone Star Taco Bar

635 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141

Lone Star, with locations inCambridgeandAllston, features Mexican street food by way of Texas and California — plenty of tacos (try the chorizo fundido or the Dallas spicy beef), plus Frito pie, grilled street corn, and more. Going for brunch, served 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily? Don’t miss the jalapeno corn cakes. Both locations open at 11 a.m. daily and close at midnight (Cambridge) or 1 a.m. (Allston).

635 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
(857) 285-6179
(857) 285-6179
Two shredded beef tacos and a wedge of lime sit on a plate
Shredded beef tacos at Lone Star Taco Bar in Cambridge.
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The Quiet Few

331 Sumner St, East Boston, MA 02128

ThisEast Boston whiskey barserves food like fried pickles; Frito pie hot dogs; and chips with French onion dip and optional caviar. It’s open daily until 1 a.m., with a full food menu until 10 p.m. and late-night grilled cheese until close.

331 Sumner St, East Boston, MA 02128
(617) 561-1061
(617) 561-1061
An interior photo of a whiskey bar shows a dark wall and a light wooden bar with stools along it.
The Quiet Few in East Boston.
The Quiet Few

Lulu's Allston

421 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134

Good brunch, good beer, good outside seating:Lulu’s Allstonis an asset to the neighborhood. Brunch is available seven days a week (until 3 p.m.), and the kitchen stays open until 10:30 p.m. (11:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays). On the menu: duck confit poutine, short rib mac and cheese, loaded burgers, and more.

421 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
(617) 787-1117
(617) 787-1117
Empty interior photo of a casual bar and restaurant with a brick wall and bright red accents.
Lulu’s Allston.
Lulu’s Allston

Anchovies

433 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116

ThisSouth End hideaway— a cozy den of red sauce andworn-in booths— is open for dinner and late-night dining every day, with the kitchen operating until 1:30 a.m. Mussels and garlic bread are must-tries.

433 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-5088
(617) 266-5088
The exterior of a restaurant with maroon awning, shot from across the street after dark. Neon signage in the window says Anchovies in red.
Anchovies
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Franklin Cafe

278 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Franklin Cafehas been open in the South End for over a quarter century. It serves industry workers and other night owls a full menu daily until 1:30 a.m., highlighting upscale comfort food like steak frites, roasted mussels, and beef tartare.

278 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(617) 350-0010
(617) 350-0010
A round portion of beef tartare sits on a plate with thin slices of toasted bread. The plate sits on a bar in an empty restaurant.
Beef tartare at Franklin Cafe.
Franklin Cafe

The Abbey

1657 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445

With locations inBrooklineandCambridge, the Abbey offers both communities lunch, dinner, and late-night dining seven days a week (11 a.m. to 2 a.m., with the kitchen closing at 1:30). It’s gastropub fare: Think bison Bolognese, short rib grilled cheese, steak frites, and such.

1657 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 730-8040
(617) 730-8040
Two big meatballs sit in a cast iron pan in a pool of red sauce, garnished with shredded cheese and microgreens.
羊肉丸前往威斯敏斯特大教堂。
The Abbey

Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant

425 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127

With brunch and late-night dining available seven days a week (and dinner in the middle),Lincolnis pretty much always open, and its big menu of comfort food is a crowd-pleaser. Looking for a giant stack of gingerbread pancakes on a weekday morning or some late-night pizza? This is your spot.

425 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127
(617) 765-8636
(617) 765-8636
A stack of pancakes topped with Fruity Pebbles cereal and a white sauce
Fruity Pebbles pancakes at Lincoln Tavern.
Jessica Dao

Milkweed

1508 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02120

Thischeery Mission Hill spot是一個訂單pular place for breakfast and lunch every day, but don’t forget that there’s also dinner (and cocktails). The menu draws inspiration from all over: One might have shakshuka for breakfast, a Cuban sandwich for lunch, and salmon with green Thai curry for dinner.

1508 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02120
(617) 516-8913
(617) 516-8913
A plate of French toast sits on a restaurant counter by a sunny window
Nutella and strawberry French toast at Milkweed.
Milkweed

Victoria's Diner

1024 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Boston doesn’t really have the extensive diner scene that some other cities enjoy, but there aresomeclassic spots in town where one can eat big portions of traditional brunch all day long (and milkshakes, of course).Victoria’s Dineris one such destination, serving hefty plates of eggs Benedict, stuffed French toast, omelets, and more from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily (3 p.m. Friday through Sunday).

1024 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(617) 442-5965
(617) 442-5965
Eggs Benedict on a white plate, isolated on a white background
Eggs Benedict at Victoria’s Diner.
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Brendan Behan Pub

378 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

This might not fit the bill if you’re looking for a full meal; the “food” section ofBrendan Behan’smenu includes potato chips; tortilla chips and salsa; and, uh, tea and hot cocoa. (There’s also a burrito pop-up onsite starting at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays.) But this well-loved Irish pub features live Irish music on Saturdays and major neighborhood vibes daily from noon to 1 p.m.

378 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 522-5386
(617) 522-5386
Black exterior of a bar with a red door and red trim around the large front window. Brendan Behan Pub is written in a gold font across the top of the one-story building.
Brendan Behan Pub in Jamaica Plain.
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Pleasant Cafe

4515 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131

The neon signage is a beacon for this decidedlyold-school Roslindale joint, open for over 80 years. Try broiled scallops or brick-oven pizza. Pleasant Cafe is open daily for lunch and dinner.

4515 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 323-2111
(617) 323-2111
Exterior of an old-school restaurant with blue, pink, and red signage, including neon accents, that reads Pleasant Cafe.
Pleasant Cafe.
Terrence B. Doyle/Eater

The Bowery Bar

2261 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124

With weekday lunch, weekend brunch, and daily dinner and late-night, this livelyDorchester restaurant提供長時間和一個菜單加載的沙拉,鑽gers, and more. Swing by during brunch for boozy iced coffee, seasonal doughnut hole specials, and steak and eggs. If it’s winter, check outthe heated yurts.

2261 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02124
(617) 698-2261
(617) 698-2261
Overhead view of a white plate with a blue rim; it’s topped with a massive salad of sliced rare steak, sliced avocado, crispy wonton strings, and more.
The Bowery Bar’s steak and avocado salad.
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