Highest-rated restaurants in Boston, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Boston using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.

Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.

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#30. La Voile

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (688 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 261 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116-2402
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#29. Atlantic Fish Co

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,883 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 761 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#28. Bostonia Public House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,271 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Wine Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 131 State St, Boston, MA 02109-2813
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#27. Parish Cafe & Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (933 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 361 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116-3303
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#26. The Warren Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (685 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2 Pleasant St, Boston, MA 02129-3602
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#25. Grill 23 & Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,264 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 161 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116-5108
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#24. Boston Burger Company

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (487 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1100 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02215-3601
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#23. Regina Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,867 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $
- Address: 11 1/2 Thacher St, Boston, MA 02113-1539
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#22. The Friendly Toast

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (795 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 35 Stanhope St, Boston, MA 02116-5111
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#21. Prezza

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (403 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 24 Fleet St, Boston, MA 02113
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#20. Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (804 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 75 Arlington St, Boston, MA 02116-3936
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#19. La Summa Cucina Italiana

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (498 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 30 Fleet St, Boston, MA 02113-2017
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#18. Boston Sail Loft Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,258 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 80 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110-3614
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#17. sweetgreen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (223 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Price: $
- Address: 659 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
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#16. Sorellina

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (838 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116-5713
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#15. Rino's Place

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (614 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 258 Saratoga St, Boston, MA 02128-1616
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#14. Carmelina's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (672 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 307 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113-1810
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#13. Mistral

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,094 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 223 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116-5113
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#12. Ostra

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,062 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Charles St S, Boston, MA 02116-5447
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#11. Mike's City Diner

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (344 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Price: $
- Address: 1714 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118-3307
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#10. Ma Maison

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (272 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 272 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02114-3123
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#9. The Q Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (520 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 660 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111-3200
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#8. The Capital Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,200 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 900 Boylston St Hynes Convention Ctr, Boston, MA 02115-3101
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#7. SRV Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (287 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 569 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118-1180
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#6. North Street Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (524 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 229 North St, Boston, MA 02113-2105
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#5. Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (366 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $
- Address: 162 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-1212
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#4. Galleria Umberto

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (314 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Pizza, Italian
- Price: $
- Address: 289 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113-1810
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#3. Mamma Maria

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,292 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 3 North Square, Boston, MA 02113-2404
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#2. Sam LaGrassa's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,585 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 44 Province St, Boston, MA 02108-5120
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#1. Mario's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (300 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 347 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128-1480
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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