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Overhead view of a white bowl full of a yellow curry with crispy noodles, preserved greens, a lime wedge, and red onion slices. It sits on a light wooden table with a spoon and chopsticks next to it.

One of Greater Boston’s Best Thai Restaurants Is Moving

By Adam H. Callaghan September 29

Five different pieces of nigiri are lined up on a long black rectangular plate on a wooden table.

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The 25 Best Sushi Restaurants in the Boston Area

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal and Adam H. Callaghan September 23

Overhead view of a table full of Korean food, including rice cakes in a thick red sauce and small bowls of various pickles.

20 Late-Summer Greater Boston Restaurant Openings to Know

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal and Adam H. Callaghan September 21

A view of the Boston skyline, featuring Financial District skyscrapers, water, and a cloudy gray sky

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Eater Guides

An Eater’s Guide to Boston

Unofficial, highly opinionated information about the Bay State’s bustling capital

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal, Terrence Doyle, and 1 more September 20

Three vegetarian dishes sit on a bar next to a window, paired with a glass of orange-colored juice.

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Where to Dine Gluten-Free in Boston

By Dana Hatic and Adam H. Callaghan September 15

A zig-zag pattern of cannoli from Mike’s Pastry and Modern Pastry, arranged on a white background. Some are garnished with chocolate chips or pistachios.

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Boston Stalwarts
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14 Iconic Dishes in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal and Stephanie Carter September 9

Overhead shot of khao soi on a bright yellow surface. The bowl has a traditional Thai pattern on it, including a rooster. The khao soi includes pickled mustard greens, an egg, lime wedges, a nest of crispy noodles, and more.

The Best Things the Eater Boston Editor Ate This Decade

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal August 26

A small, thin-crust pepperoni pizza has cheese almost to the charred edge. It sits on white paper on a round aluminum tray.

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Where to Eat South Shore-Style Bar Pizza

By Terrence Doyle and Rachel Leah Blumenthal August 19

Crisp dumplings encircling a dish of brown sauce.

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Where to Eat Dumplings in and Around Boston

By Eater Staff August 12

A bowl shown from above with pink arctic char slices swimming in a yellow broth.

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Where to Eat Crudo in Boston

By Eater Staff August 8

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A hand holds a restaurant-made version of a Choco Taco dipped in chocolate and rolled in a crumb coating.

Where to Eat Choco Taco-Inspired Desserts in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal July 29

View of a copper-topped bar in a restaurant with a black-and-white checkered floor. A small barrel with a label that reads Bertha sits on the end of the bar.

Cocktail Lovers Can Achieve Dungeon Master Status at a New Somerville Bar

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal July 19

Closeup on a crispy fried chicken sandwich, lightly drizzled in a brown sauce.

Filipinx Breakfast Sandwiches Are Popping Up in Greater Boston

By Ariel Knoebel July 15

A grilled cheese sandwich on thick artisanal bread sits on brown paper on an outdoor table in a sunny open market space.

Shirley, Opening in Somerville This Summer, Wants Everyone to ‘Eat More Sunshine’

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal July 14

A white bowl on a glossy wooden table is filled to the brim with a meaty rendition of mapo tofu, topped with scallions.

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Where to Eat Mapo Tofu in Greater Boston

By Karen Wilber July 8

A chipped blue bowl is full of a thick orange broth with chicken, pickled mustard greens, chile oil, red onions, crispy noodles, and a lime wedge.

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Eater’s Guide to Dining in Boston
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Where to Eat Thai Food in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal July 6

An empty garden patio with tables and chairs set up for dining amidst lush greenery.

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Greater Boston’s Most Delightful Hidden Patios

By Korsha Wilson, Rachel Leah Blumenthal, and 1 more June 30

A hand holds up a cone of vanilla soft serve covered with chocolate sprinkles against a plain white background.

Greater Boston’s Newest Spots for Tasty Swirls of Soft Serve Ice Cream

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal June 29

Several pieces of fried chicken sit in a high-rimmed white bowl on a table with a vase of red flowers visible in the background. Plush red booth seating is also visible.

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Eater’s Guide to Dining in Boston
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Where to Find Top-Notch Fried Chicken in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal and Terrence Doyle June 27

A lobster roll sits on a plate with sides of roasted potatoes and cucumber, with a bottle of wine and sunglasses in the background.

Chef Frank McClelland Will Open a Restaurant at Somerville’s Assembly Row

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal June 27

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18 Essential Sandwiches in Greater Boston

By Terrence Doyle and Rachel Leah Blumenthal June 23

Sports fans, some in Celtics jerseys, watch basketball on a huge projection screen and other smaller television screens in a high-ceilinged, clean sports bar.

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Watch the NBA Finals at Boston’s Best Sports Bars

By Terrence Doyle and Rachel Leah Blumenthal June 8

Small artistic-looking pastries made of pistachios, pinenuts, dried roses, and more are displayed on a white marble board.

Somerville’s New Yafa Bakery & Cafe Offers an Artistic Taste of the Mediterranean

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal June 6

Slices of deli meats, arugula, tomatoes, and a bright red pepper spread are sandwiched between two long pieces of ciabatta.

What Is Hots, New England’s Vinegary, Spicy Condiment?

By Luke Pyenson June 2

An elegant restaurant patio with a covering is photographed without people. There’s a fireplace in the background and small flower arrangements on the tables.

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Greater Boston’s Best Restaurants for Weddings and Other Private Events

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal May 31

Two vanilla milkshakes with whipped cream, cherry, and rainbow sprinkles on the rim of the glass sit on a table in a shiny red booth in a sleek diner setting.

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COVID-19 and What It Means for Massachusetts Restaurants
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Where to Order Boozy Milkshakes and Floats Around Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal May 20

Saucy pork ribs sit on a metal tray with a side of round cornbread and a small cup of sauce. A giant bowl of mac and cheese is visible in the background.

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Eater’s Guide to Dining in Boston
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Where to Eat Barbecue in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal May 10

A square box is open to reveal 16 fancy chocolate bonbons. It’s laying on top of a rose bouquet.

Where to Find Beautiful Bonbons and Other Terrific Chocolates in Greater Boston

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal May 5

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15 of Boston’s Top Tacos

By Stephanie Carter April 29

Another Ninety-Nine Restaurant and Pub Shutters — And More Boston-Area Restaurant Closures

By Stephanie Carter April 27

Egg breakfast sandwich from Bagel Guild in Boston Public Market.

Bagel Guild Rolls into Boston Public Market, Filling a Hole Left by Levend’s Closure

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal and Stephanie Carter April 25

Several crispy pieces of fried chicken are in the foreground of the photo, with four pieces of powdered sugar-covered Belgian waffles in the back

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13 Top-Notch Brunches Around Boston

By Dana Hatic, Rachel Leah Blumenthal, and 1 more April 14

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