Michael Schlow Tico 222 Berkeley Street, Boston www.ticorestaurant.com Long synonymous with the Boston dining scene, Michael Schlow continues to expand his own horizons while expanding the palates of his dining guests. Having won raves and ravenous fans for his acclaimed Via Matta, and two Alta Strada restaurants (the other of which is at Foxwoods),
Maxwell Thompson Tavolo 1918 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester www.tavoloristorante.com Having recently celebrated its two-year anniversary, what was once known as the “little brother” to the nearby Ashmont Grill (which is also under the ownership of Chris Douglass) has come into its own and is now a favorite of both locals and visitors alike. Adjacent to
Richard Chudy www.chefchudy.com www.theskinnybeet.com Specializing in native New England ingredients (and in where to find the best burgers in Boston, thanks to his blog, www.bostonburgerblog.com), Chef Richard Chudy acts as personal chef, in-home caterer, and even personal food shopper and pantry organizer for some of Boston’s fittest (and feistiest) foodies. And while his menu
Anthony Caturano Prezza 24 Fleet Street, Boston www.prezza.com Named after the region where Chef/Owner Anthony Caturano’s grandmother was born, Prezza brings traditional Italian tastes into the 21st century. Having recently marked their 10th year in business, Prezza continues not only to survive in the competitive Boston market, but to thrive. In fact, their last year
Chris Damian Papagayo Assembly Row, Somerville 1 Chelsea Street, Charlestown 15 West Street, Boston 283 Summer Street, Boston www.papagayorestaurants.com As the co-owner of the Legendary Restaurant Group (which also includes Scollay Square, Sip Wine Bar and Burger Dive.), chef Chris Damian is a busy man, but he is also one who knows what makes
Max Brenner 745 Boylston Street, Boston www.maxbrenner.com In addition to giving us everything from AIM to the USB flash drive, cell phones to Rummikub (not to mention models for how to value life and support those who support them), the State of Israel has also given us a real-life Willy Wonka who goes by the
Christopher Robins Gaslight Brasserie 560 Harrison Avenue, Boston www.gaslight560.com While it may be true that sometimes you wanna’ go where everybody knows your name, a quiet spot with great food and atmosphere can do the trick sometimes as well. Gaslight is such a spot. Set mostly under Harrison Avenue on the edge of Boston’s
Jim Solomon The Fireplace 1634 Beacon Street, Brookline www.fireplacerest.com A perennial pick for one of the Boston area’s best restaurants and one of its few certified “green” restaurants, The Fireplace can be the perfect spot for a cozy rendezvous, a celebration, or to meet someone with whom to plan such events in the future. With
Nicole Coady Finale One Columbus Avenue, Boston 30 Dunster Street, Cambridge www.finaledessert.com No matter where you go for dinner in Boston, there is NO place better to finish off your meal and your evening than Finale. From fresh and flavorful (and nutritious) fruit-based temptations to rich and sinful (though also arguably nutritious) chocolate extravaganzas,
Graham Schave Coda Bar and Kitchen 329 Columbus Avenue, Boston www.codaboston.com Despite the many people who call the South End home, few of them (or any of their neighbors in other parts of go-go-Boston) have time to make a home-cooked meal. Fortunately, there is Coda, a well-named place to end your busy day or to
