Tsuyoshi Nishioka is at it again. This is his udon-filled sequel to the nearby Yume Wo Katare, a ramen shop of dreams. (No, really: Diners are encouraged to finish their giant bowls of ramen and then stand up and discuss their hopes and dreams out loud.) At Yume Ga Arukara, located within the Porter Exchange food court, the menu consists solely of niku udon, a beef and noodle dish with optional extra beef and/or extra noodles. Read more: Yume Wo Katare Dreams up an Udon Sibling

Words like "sustainable," "seasonal," and "house-made" have perhaps become a tad overused in the restaurant world, but that's not fair to restaurants like Somerville's new Field & Vine, located in the former Journeyman space. There, those words truly form the basis for the restaurant's ethos. Sneak into this hidden space to experience the joy of grilled vegetables, ever-changing crudos, and a hearty Parisian gnocchi that'll get you through the coming winter.Editor picks: focaccia with house-made butter; grilled beets; Parisian gnocchi; chocolate lavender pot de creme.

Read more: Field & Vine Opens Wednesday in Somerville’s Union Square

Chris Chung — who formerly ran the acclaimed AKA Bistro out in Lincoln — is serving up a beautiful taste of Japan (with a hint of Hawaii) out of this cozy Inman Square space, from elaborate lunchtime bento boxes to late-night loco moco. Chung describes Momi Nonmi as a "modern izakaya" — think a gastropub, but in Japan — so the beverage program, courtesy of sommelier and sake enthusiast Stephen Connolly, is just as important as the food. And there's shochu, too. Editor picks: Wagyu dumplings; Hien's special bronzini; rock shrimp tempura; edamame croquettes; duck confit onigiri.

Read more: Momi Nonmi Brings Sashimi and Sake to Cambridge This Week

A great cry went up when Hungry Mother closed two years ago, but now the team behind it (minus chef Barry Maiden, who departed prior to the closure) has revamped the space into something entirely new — and quite new for the Boston area in general, too. Café Du Pays serves French-Canadian cuisine, from "yes, we have poutine" to pork and venison meat pies to tarte au sucre, as well as a beer selection that emphasizes Canadian brews. It's the Eater Boston Restaurant of the Year for 2017.Editor picks: poutine; ham and Dijon with house-made bread and butter; half duck with smoked leg and tomato salad.

Read more: Café du Pays Arrives Today With French-Canadian Food Galore

Better Bagels is the latest successful pop-up to open a brick-and-mortar location (which seems to be an especially popular move in the bagel realm, from now-established spots like Bagelsaurus in Cambridge to the forthcoming Exodus in Roslindale and Rover up in Maine). At Better Bagels' new Seaport shop, open from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, find a variety of breakfast and lunch bagel sandwiches, not to mention a range of spreads, including lox, candied bacon cream cheese, and sweet basil butter.Read more: Better Bagels Arrives in the Seaport District With a Sold-Out First Weekend

A Back Bay staple for tacos, tequila, and other Mexican-inspired fare has expanded over to Fort Point. The new location is a dark, sprawling space that features plenty of skulls, a swanky lounge area, and some striking murals and stained glass to round out the decor. Head to this Yvonne's and Ruka sibling for everything from a tequila flight to a guacamole trio, not to mention octopus ceviche, hot queso dip, and grilled street corn. It's the Eater Boston Design of the Year winner for 2017.Read more: Lolita Debuts a Swanky Sequel in Fort Point

Like Buttermilk & Bourbon? Its new sister restaurant, Citrus & Salt, has an analogous menu: Buttermilk has oyster chowder; Citrus has crab and cactus chowder. Buttermilk has bourbon ale steamed mussels with tasso ham; Citrus has tequila and chipotle steamed mussels with chorizo. Citrus & Salt, which veers Mexican, features a lovely renovation to the Back Bay Harry's space, crowd-pleasing cocktails, and boozy Dole Whips. Do not miss the biscuits.Editor picks: warm agave-glazed blue cornmeal biscuits; duck confit flautas; Dole Whip with aged rum.

Read more: Citrus & Salt Opens Soon, and There Will Be Dole Whips

Perhaps the most hotly anticipated opening of the year, Eventide Fenway is the counter-service counterpart to the acclaimed Eventide Oyster Co. up in Portland, Maine. Rabid fans have been waiting anxiously to get their hands on Eventide's signature brown butter lobster roll down in Boston proper, and the day has finally arrived. Go all out with oysters, lobster rolls, high-end bubbles, and more; keep things more casual with house-made sodas, a fish sandwich or burger, and some soft-serve ice cream; or choose anything in between — the casual spot is meant to be a fit for a variety of dining experiences. It's the Eater Boston Fast-Casual Restaurant of the Year for 2017. Editor picks: brown butter lobster roll; fries; green salad.

Read more: Eventide Fenway Brings the Best of Portland to Boston

Southie hotspot Loco Taqueria has given birth to a new sibling nearby. Fat Baby is serving up a menu that zooms around East Asia and beyond, offering everything from sushi to pork belly ramen to chicken banh mi bao. On the drink side, there's a mai tai, plenty of cocktails that include fruit purees, a sake sangria, and more. Eat some sushi, drink some sake, and take in the ambiance, from the giant murals throughout the dining room to the photographs of fat babies that are posted on the restroom wall.Read more: Fat Baby Is Born in Southie Tomorrow With Sake Sangria and Sushi