The Linden Store

162 Linden St
Wellesley, MA 02482

Heather S. writes: There are two reviews from San Francisco Yelpers on this deli, which as a San Franciscan, I feel I can trust their foodie expertise. ;)

And, indeed, my trust has paid off.

The Linden Store has delicious food -- as mentioned, great breads, thinly…

Eastern Lamejun Bakers

145 Belmont St
Belmont, MA 02478

Keith M. writes: For those of you who do not know what lamejun is (and if you're in Watertown, I hardly doubt you do not) it is often referred to as Armenian pizza. A pita crust cut in half with meat, peppers and spices baked in, it is traditionally meant to be eaten…

Beverly Wine and Beer Company

47 Dodge St
Shaws Plaza, Rt 1A
Beverly, MA 01915

Adam D. writes: Excellent selection of wine and beer, outstanding service and impeccable reputation. Definitely check them out.

They host wine tastings every Saturday. I haven't been, myself, but the owner Kurt tells me (tongue-in-cheek) "we've created a monster." I…

Dollar Tree

14 McGrath Hwy
Somerville, MA 02143

Tracee D. writes: So, I had the selfish pleasure of throwing a somewhat successful surprise party for a certain little cutie- pie I roll with.
It's the day of operation: surprise and I realize I really need some finishing touches for this celebration. Where to? the…

Emerge
Neighborhood: Back Bay

275 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116

Michelle M. writes: I have been going to Emerge for a couple of years, and love all of their services.  In the summer, it's so cool, after a massage or facial you can lay in the sun on their terrace, and they will order lunch for you from the great restaurants…

O Ya
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston

9 East St
Boston, MA 02111

J C. writes: O YA  = OH YEA !!  

Self Parking = Oh NO !!  (I tried)

Bad Traffic? - O Ya !

T accessible = O Ya !

Valet  = O YA !

Group eat = Oh NO !  (if you pay).

Date spot = O YA !

Dark, romantic = O Ya!

Had a date? = O suck !....

Went alone? = O Ya

Sad eating alone ?=…

The Anchor

20 Cabot St
Beverly, MA 01915

Zachary A. writes: Excellent place...it's a true North Shore gem...it has everything you need from the townie element, old salty boaters (I was going to say seamen but that may gross people out), cheap food and cheap beer. The steak tip dinner is well worth it (7.95)…

Stella's Pizza

605 Mount Auburn St
Watertown, MA 02472

Mike D. writes: This is the best pizza. The crust is thin, the sauce is tasty and the owner is awesome and down to earth. If you like NY-style pizza, this is your place. Best in Boston.

The Dog Scoop

216 Webster Street
Newton, MA 02465

K D. writes: The Dog Scoop is the most wonderful place to take our beloved little lab.  We searched for a playgroup or service and The Dog Scoop had everything we were looking for. Alex the owner is terrific, and also a certified trainer and very hands on, the…

Salem Willows Arcade

173 Fort Ave
Salem, MA 01970

Julie A. writes: Salem willows is one of the best places to visit and have fun.
-cheap food
-fun arcades
-air hockey-
-pinball
-pretty park to eat at
-the best photo booths around
-old fashioned penny games
-ice cream
-boat tours of the coast.
It's cheap and fun with friends,…

LIT on Newbury
Neighborhood: Back Bay

223 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: Designs so stylin' my jaw hit the floor when I saw the prices, clothes for less than a hundo in a Newbury boutique?!  And then I examined the other tags emblazoned with Made in China, the poorly stitched seams and chintzy fabrics. Great for trendy…

Especially for Pets

1185 Chestnut ST
Newton, MA 02464

Natie B. writes: This store, and its other locations, carry many premium pet food brands for dogs and cats (such as Artemis, Wellness, Solid Gold, Merrick, Eagle Hollistic) gourmet treats, training items, cute food bowls/toys, pet carriers, ...everything!  The people…

Mi Tierra

585 Moody St
Waltham, MA 02454

Arnab M. writes: A little further off than most of the restaurants on Moody Street, this is one of Waltham's hidden treasures. Exotic (Guatemalan) food, generous portions, inexpensive prices and excellent service make it a great destination for a weekend dinner. It…

Lululemon

Derby Shoppes
Hingham, MA 02018

Amy .. writes: Lululemon finally kicked it up a notch and opened another Boston location (if you count Hingham as Boston)... if you could somehow have an affair with a shopping plaza, however, I may have found a way to do it with the Derby Shoppes.

Anyhoo... this…

Fuddruckers Restaurant

550 Turnpike St
North Andover, MA 01845

Jeffrey H. writes: Yum.

Fuddruckers serves some fantastic burgers...and they are a chain restaurant so if you see one in your area, stop by.

I really like the fact that the buns are buttered and toasted. And they have a station set up where you can add all the condiments…

More Than Words Bookstore

376 Moody St
Waltham, MA 02453

Min L. writes: I'm a volunteer at this super cool non-profit bookstore.  The teens who run the store are friendly and helpful, the couches are comfortable, and they're working on getting a cafe which means that I'm going to be spending even more of my free time…

Stel's
Neighborhood: Back Bay

334 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02115

pcg .. writes: I signed up for this thing just so that I could write a review for this place, and so maybe others who've passed by it several times might stop in. That's how strongly I feel about the store.

I'm so glad that Stel's exists. Boston has a pretty lame…

Kate Spade Handbags
Neighborhood: Back Bay

117 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Marguerite W. writes: I gave up on Kate Spade after 1998 with the nylon, regtangluar bags.

I stepped into their Newbury store on a whim last week and am in love.

I still don't know if I can bring myself to buy a purse, while some are really cute, but their clothes, shoes…

Alfredo's Italian Kitchen
Neighborhood: South Boston

243 Dorchester St
South Boston, MA 02127

Steve M. writes: Sure, it's out  of the way. Sure, it's in a sketchy area. Sure, it seats three. If you're lucky. However...

Alfredo's has the good stuff, I assure you. Gigantic calzones with fresh ingredients taste like you'd expect authentic North End Italian food…

Conley's

164 Belmont St
Watertown, MA 02472

Christina K. writes: The staff is super nice, the food is pretty good (especially the pizza) and they have a pretty large variety of beer. Our soccer team usually comes here after games for some team bonding! =)

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

1611 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02138

sarah R. writes: I have been going here for ten years. It is so easy and friendly. My favorite doctor, Andrew Modest, whose name I chose off a long list for obvious reasons, was amazing. He is no longer with the internal medicine department, but since then I have…

Sweet Tooth
Neighborhood: Dorchester

371 W Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127

Jaquie O. writes: A welcome addition to the South Boston culinary scene!  This bakery absolutely positively rocks!  The cup cakes are topped with truffles and chocolate covered strawberries!  They keep cakes ready to custom frost for special ocassions with a multitude…

Top Speed Pizzeria

8 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143

Katie H. writes: To Whom this applies,   Some weekends I wake up all sorts of hungover. After perusing my ridiculous pile of flyer's from several Establishment's, I decide on Top Speed Pizza. I call the SOMERVILLE establishment and the phone rings for approx. 1…

The Biltmore

1205 Chestnut St
Newton, MA 02464

holly m. writes: I am so excited that this place is so close to my home.  It is nicely decorated and the staff is super friendly.  I loved that the beer taps were even classy looking.  I sat at the bar, but the high top tables in the bar area seemed cool.  The place…

Flamepoeira
Neighborhood: Charlestown, North End

3 Lewis St
Boston, MA 02109

Shannon S. writes: Newly opened in the North End, and down a side street, you might not see this edgy new coffee stop. There is no sign out front--just the bright art on the walls which seem to beckon people to look inside.

It took me only two seconds to fall in love…

Sake Japanese Restaurant

670 Broadway
Saugus, MA 01906

RT S. writes: Alright... So where to begin.
I'll preface this 5-star review by saying that this is my first yelp review and I'm not sure what everyone here may expect.  But let's ignore that small piece of information, shall we?

First off - Let's get these three key…

Mario's Salon
Neighborhood: Davis Square

75 Holland Street
Somerville, MA 02144

shannon w. writes: Just like the rest of the reviewers here, see Rosa for your Brazilian. She was great -- no fuss, efficient, and nice as could be. Personally I like chatty waxers because I can concentrate so something other than that constant ripping - - and once I…

The Second Glass
Neighborhood: Financial District

50 Congress St
Ste 615
Boston, MA 02109

Tom E. writes: A free wine magazine written by young people in Boston - a nice find. I think this is a great idea for mere plebians like me who like wine but don't have the budget, the advanced age and the snobbery to handle normal wine magazines. Hey - they had a…

Anne Fontaine
Neighborhood: Back Bay

318 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Caroline A. writes: This is the first Anne Fontaine I ever entered, and I was impressed.

A small storefront specializing in beautiful classic white and black blouses.  Each have their own special uniqueness from a low cut front, cut out back, ruffles, hooks, sexy zippers…

Lucky Cafe
Neighborhood: Dorchester

1107 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02125

JeffKate F. writes: Hanging glistening, barbecued bird carcasses in the window of your establishment is always a sure fire way to get Gary Feldman in the door!  Overwhelmed with the sight and smell of delicous meats, Gary bounded through the door of the Cafe of Good…

Rosebud Farms

333 Commercial Street
Malden, MA 02148

Julia H. writes: Rosebud reminds me of this little fruit and veggie stand my family went to when I was small -- Barker's. It seems like a family-run, old-school little place. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the produce beats the pants off of commercial…

Boston Ice Cream Factory
Neighborhood: Dorchester

777A Morrisey Blvd
Dorchester, MA 02122

Susan N. writes: I look for reasons to love Boston and the huge variety of quality ice cream is one of them.  This place does not fail.

Located next to Lambert's in Dorchester, it's really easy to overlook it and pass it by.  But don't.  Really, you should come out of…

Something Savory
Neighborhood: Arlington Heights

1312 Massachusetts Ave
Arlington, MA 02476

Jessika D. writes: Looking for new restaurants and new ones particularly in Arlington, Something Savory was recommended to the BF and I.  We ran into some of our favorite Yelpers so it ended up being a group dinner!
Because of this we had a party of 5. (hehehehehe.…

Cherry Mart
Neighborhood: Back Bay

349 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Ligaya T. writes: Quaint and tucked away, Cherry Mart keeps me gobbling snacks like cookie monster. The prices are actually a bit cheaper than Kotobukiya in the Porter Exchange without the selection.They've got all the essentials: Pocky, Kasugai gummies, nori wrapped…

The Blissful Monkey Yoga Studio
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

663 Centre St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Charlie G. writes: I never really pictured myself in a yoga studio twisted every which way but loose, but hot dang boy I cant wait for the next beginners session. GO GO Blissful Monkey GO!!!!!!

Saffron Resturant
Neighborhood: Back Bay

279 Newbury St Ste A
Boston, MA 02116

Aretha W. writes: This is my favorite indian restaurant in Boston. They have a traditional indian menu, and a nice modern menu as well. Creative, delicious drinks. Nice newbury location - I like the 2nd floor overlooking newbury st. I had a lamb dish with a cream…

Karol's Ice Cream and Yogurt

527 Main St
Winchester, MA 01890

Jeff D. writes: Karol's is by far one of the BEST ice cream spots in the suburbs, especially on the North Shore. Karol's has heaping portion sizes and is well worth the price. They even let you have FOUR Scoops for a large sunday! Their most famous flavor is the…

Union Square Acupuncture

21 Bow St
Somerville, MA 02143

Crystal K. writes: I just started going to Sheryl after one of my friends referred me. I'd never done acupuncture before and it's true...you don't really feel the needles. Sheryl does both Japanese (which is a bit more gentle and hands on) as well as the traditional…

Victoria's Sub Shop

345 Rockland St
Hingham, MA 02043

Katherine J. writes: Before moving to MA almost two years ago, a sub sandwich meant meatball six inch at subway.
But now, I know the magnificence that is an Italian sub.  And Victoria's is the best I've found.
Mainly because they have the best "hots" ever. Spicy,…

Smith-Williams J E Oral Surg
Neighborhood: Back Bay

575 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Jocelyn C. writes: I agree completely with Rebecca's review. Dr Smith-Williams is DA BOMB.

I just got 3 wisdom teeth removed this past Friday, and was extremely impressed by the gentleness and professionalism she and her staff exuded. They held my hand throughout the…