Sweet Pepper

385 Boston Post Rd
Sudbury, MA 01776

Tiffany D. writes: We came here for dinner last week.  Honestly I wasn't expecting that much. We have our super "real" Thai places and then we have the fakies inbetween with the same old curries and such. This is not a fakie Thai restaurant.  In fact, judging from the…

Downtown Crossing Instant Shoe Repair
Neighborhood: Downtown

7 Chauncy St
Boston, MA 02111

Erik L. writes: Beside being a shoe wizard, this guy - he's from Russia if I remember correctly - also does the obligatory key copies. He has what he calls 'safety' keys that not many other places carry, so if you happen to have such a key for your front door (like…

Michaels Arts & Crafts Store

17 Mystic View Road
Everett, MA 02149

Jessika D. writes: I am crafty. But not in the way you think. I couldn't make a beaded necklace or crochet your mom's a sweater, or scrapbook anything. But I can be sneaky. Crafty.
If I was the scrapbook type of crafty, Michael's could be a place I would frequent.…

V Cirace & Son
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

173 North St
Boston, MA 02109

Julie M. writes: I love Cirace. I live a block away from the store, so I've been there often looking for several different things. Each time I go, I tell the people working there what kind of wine I'm looking for... something to go with meat, something to drink while…

The Common Dog

22 Park Ter
Everett, MA 02149

Rob D. writes: Love this place, so do my dogs.

What was once a VFW hall, is now a "doggie bed and breakfast." Yeah, yeah - I know. It doesn't matter tho, this place is awesome. After an "interview," a trial afternoon at the place (to make sure that your pooch is a…

Champions Pub

114 Foster St
Peabody, MA 01960

Chloe D. writes: Champions, although I haven't seen you since your face lift, I'm going to go ahead and assume, it was shoddy work and you probably came out not looking a whole lot different than before you went under the knife.

Champions is located at the heart of…

East Cambridge Animal Clinic
Neighborhood: East Cambridge

566 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02141

Kathy K. writes: This is a hole in the wall, mom and pop shop with tremendous heart and concern.  The office is a satellite location of the vet's place in Arlington, but the amazing thing is that if you call the number he will arrange to open, get all your contact…

Sullivan Tire and Auto Service

25 North Road
Bedford, MA 01730

Brent M. writes: (Update:  My wife wanted you all to know that she actually did all the pre-purchase calling to check the availability of the tires and that I am just a lazy bastard who writes reviews and takes all the credit...)

I recently had all four of my tires…

The Bikeway Source

111 South Road
Bedford, MA 01730

Erica S. writes: This is a great bike shop right at the end of the Minuteman Bikeway in Bedford. You can't miss it! It's really an unbeatable location, not to mention super helpful when you have one of those roadside emergencies we all dread...

In fact, of the 3 times…

Custom Eyes
Neighborhood: Central Square

50 Prospect Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

John R. writes: Custom Eyes is about as cool and useful as an eye shop can get. The owner Kevork works the shop and is one of the friendliest people I've met in the area. Dr. Kathleen Murphy is smart and very calming. I've purchased both contacts and glasses here.…

Prospect Hill Monument

Munroe St at Bigelow St
Somerville, MA 02143

Tom E. writes: Thanks to Yelp I planned a nice evening run for myself to this strange little turreted tower with a GREAT view of the Back Bay skyline. You get a warm sense of achievement from running up the hill and stairs from Union Square down below and being…

Dancing Deer Co

77 Shirley St
Roxbury, MA 02119

Ligaya T. writes: A girl sits down and demolishes a box of cream puffs. A girl plops on the couch and consumes a package of stroopwaffels. A girl sinks into the couch and scoops up an entire pint of ice cream into her smiling mouth.

This same girl tears open the…

China Pearl Dim Sum and Restaurant

288 Mishawum Rd
Woburn, MA 01801

Danika W. writes: The dim sum here is actually pretty good.  I personally think it's comparable to Hei-La Moon in Chinatown.

The only beef I have with this place is they stupid ass charge you for tea and rice.  When you go to Chinatown and you drink all of your…

Somerville Wine and Spirits

235 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143

pete g. writes: From Schlitz tallboys to Mistress Vivika's 35 Hops and a Riding Crop IPA, and the Busch that the sign outside suggests, this little place has more beer than you'd expect.  Hit them up when Downtown Liquors overwhelms you and you're just standing in…

Club Quarters
Neighborhood: Financial District

161 Devonshire St
Boston, MA 02110

Lynda B. writes: Since this is a hotel that caters mostly to business travelers, there are some great deals for weekend stays. I have stayed here for $80/night and the place is beautiful, quiet and spotless. Great location to visit Boston, our even for a romantic…

Magic Parlor

213 Essex St
Salem, MA 01970

Liz D. writes: I love this place.

I also love the feel of Salem in general.  This store exemplifies why I love the area.  

The shop itself is owned by a cute older couple, and whenever I walk in the husband is always cooing to his wife through false scary teeth and…

China Sky

27 Converse Place
Winchester, MA 01890

Natasha A. writes: This restaurant was exquisite. Now exquisite is usually not a word widely  applied to Chinese food. Chinese food, at least in America, is just yummy and greasy. This place however had excellent service, good decor and a delightful menu. Unusual for…

Boston National Historical Park
Neighborhood: Charlestown

Charlestown Navy Yard
Boston, MA 02455

Carrie R. writes: Two attractions can be found at the Charlestown Navy Yard:

USS Constitution -- boarding Old Ironsides was very interesting and I recommend it to anyone! Since your tour will be given by a Navy sailor, I imagine it will vary with each individual…

J & J Food Inc

157 Washington St
Somerville, MA 02143

Melissa B. writes: This place is so good it should be illegal.  My favorite dish by them is their grilled pork with rice (hold the fries).  It comes with their amazing garlic sauce. I always ask for extra because it is *that* good.  I've only ever gotten take-out from…

Know Fat Lifestyle Grill
Neighborhood: Fenway

201 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Tom E. writes: WORST NAME EVER!
Know           (lame double play on words)
Fat!               (what's with that exclamation mark?)
Lifestyle      (why would this place define a lifestyle?)
Grille            (grille with the 'e' is the thing on the front of a car, duh!)…

The Lower Depths

476 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Malena L. writes: $1 hot dogs with delicious guac + 40s = reasons I don't date

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Elaborating: chocolate stout, tons of other beers, good music, cool crowd, CASH BAR.

Cinema Salem

One East India Square
Museum Place Mall
Salem, MA 01970

Josie M. writes: My husband and I saw an awesome night of comedy at Cinema Salem in their cafe one Friday night last year.  It was amazingly fun and had a real community feel to it, in that the space was manageable enough to get some really nice interaction going…

Green Garden Liquor & Deli
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

35 W Milton St
Hyde Park, MA 02136

Brian D. writes: You better be hungry if you order a sandwich from Green Gardens, these guys make H U G E deli meat treats. This is an Italian/American sandwich and grocery shop with your average selection of deli and House specialty sandwiches. I wouldn't make the…

Teriyaki House

1100 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02215

Christopher M. writes: I'm a big fan of the Teriyaki House - they have a huge menu that covers Chinese and Japanese fare, reasonable prices, and the food is fresh and pretty darn tasty.  I also like that they're open until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and 2am on…

The Wapo Taco
Neighborhood: Roslindale Village, Roslindale

37 Poplar St
Roslindale, MA 02131

Adam C. writes: Has to be the cheapest bite to eat in Rozzie Square.  The service is quick, to the point and the ingredients are fresh and tasty.  And the price, seriously, it's fuckin' cheap, man.  As in way less than dirt-cheap, more like dog-shit-cheap!  Open…

Baby Nat's Fruitland
Neighborhood: Roslindale

606 American Legion Hwy
Roslindale, MA 02131

Brian D. writes: Oh brother, you folks have got to get out of Boston proper and do some shopping - Rosi style.

Baby Nat's, hands down has the cheapest, best quality produce outside of Hay Market. I'm talking big bags of tomatoes, potatoes, onions, cukes, peppers,…

De Scenza Diamonds

161 Andover St
Peabody, MA 01960

Josie M. writes: I had a wonderful experience at this DeScenza's location across from the North Shore Mall in Peabody.  I dealt with Jennifer Jones who was very informative and took a lot of time with me and explained everything I needed to know about buying a…

C.F. Donovan's
Neighborhood: Dorchester

112 Savin Hill Ave
Dorchester, MA 02125

Dmitri Z. writes: C.F. Donovan's deserves 5 stars. It's a neighborhood gem.

C.F.'s is one of those places that inexplicably  "got it right." I say inexplicably, because there are dozens of bar / restaurants which are set up with style and appeal, and located in…

Melina

Daughters of Rhea
PO Box 541587
Waltham, MA 02454

Liza H. writes: Primo bellydancing teacher and performer!  Melina teaches me to move parts otherwise thought unknown with humor, taste, wisdom and tons of fun.  These classes are one of the highlights of my week and I have made friends with my hips as a result of…

Total Skin Care
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1028 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215

Liza H. writes: I love this place.  I come in here for an overhaul a couple times during the year.  Rita, the facialist is a doll who does an incredible job.  The massages are great too.  The services are fantastic and the prices are oh-so very reasonable too.
I…

Chipotle

626 Fellsway
Medford, MA 02155

Marguerite W. writes: When choosing grad schools my sister claimed to opt for the Bay Area over Boston because of our lack of Chipotle; now she is clearly kicking herself (as if she wasn't already).

I am always dragged here against my will, but, while I hate to admit it,…

Grand Prix Cafe
Neighborhood: North Cambridge

2257 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Naomi U. writes: This is a friendly and clean place where you can get a great breakfast, also good cakes, and coffee.  

It is also fairly priced..if you select carefully if you're on a tight budget...if not, you might spend a lot more, but you won't regret it and you…

Dr. Tracy Zinner

Brookline Village OB/GYN
1 Brookline Pl Ste 521
Brookline, MA 02445

Oli M. writes: Dr. Zinner may just be the nicest person I've ever met. I contacted her based on B.S.' yelp review, but I still feared the typical doctor-personality hiccups:  a god-complex, jadedness, rushing through appointments. I couldn't have been more wrong.…

Caruso Pizza

685 Main St
Melrose, MA 02176

K C. writes: I have to say that if you want real Italian food, you have to go to Caruso's. The homemade pizza is Caruso's specialty. This place has been in business since 1961, enough said.

I feel at home when I'm at Caruso's, the owners are very nice.  Caruso is…

Mino's Roast Beef & Subs

244 Broadway
Lynn, MA 01904

John M. writes: Best roast beef in Lynn hands down. Dinner plates are very generous and fried food always tastes fresh. Excellent kabob salads. They are always busy so call ahead. Seriously, this place is the best at what they do. Don't waste your money at one of…

Cameras Inc.
Neighborhood: Davis Square

267 Elm Street
Somerville, MA 02144

Yihwa H. writes: In this day and age, it's easy to forget what a pleasure it can be to hold an actual photograph in your hands, printed on glossy (or matte) thick paper, cut into a perfectly shaped rectangle for you to hold and ooh and ahh at. I'm not going to lie, I…

Harrison's

252 Essex St
Salem, MA 01970

Lola H. writes: Excellent assortment of comic books and collectibles.  This is definitely my go-to place when I'm in the mood to expand my graphic novel collection or just browse for unusual, quirky and/or silly memorabilia.

My only complaint would be that I have…

Il Panino
Neighborhood: Central Square

1001 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

Matt W. writes: I understand the problems people might have with the cleanliness of Il Panino, but seriously we are talking about a place on Mass Ave between Central and Harvard Squares where fine dining is not found or to be expected. Il Panino has awesome subs,…

Garden at the Cellar
Neighborhood: Central Square

991 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

Mags L. writes: i would like a delicious burger, please.  with some scrumptious truffle oil fries.  and my friend and i will split a side of tantalizing tots.  oh, and a coupla satisfying stella artois.  while you're at it, please play some awesome music.

thank you…