Must-see restaurants in Streetcar Suburbs

  • Ten Tables

    Streetcar Suburbs

    True to its name, this gem has only 10 tables (you’ll need to reserve one of them).

  • Tres Gatos

    Streetcar Suburbs

    This small space is not only a tapas bar, but also a bookstore and music store. It all feels like you are eating, browsing books and listening to music in…

  • Coreanos Allston

    Streetcar Suburbs

    This tiny, newish place may be the only restaurant in Boston serving Korean-Mexican fusion food. What? Don't scoff until you try kimchi quesadillas or…

  • JP Licks

    Streetcar Suburbs

    'JP' stands for Jamaica Plain: this is the flagship location of the ice-creamery that's now all over Boston. You can't miss the happy Holstein head…

  • Soup Shack

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Soup does a body good, and it doesn't matter if it's Vietnamese pho, Japanese ramen or Thai tom yum. The Soup Shack serves up all of the above – steaming…

  • Bella Luna Milky Way

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Now housed in an old brewery building, Bella Luna Milky Way is a neighborhood haunt that has long enticed JP residents with its colorfully painted walls…

  • Zaftigs Delicatessen

    Streetcar Suburbs

    ‘Let us be your Jewish mother,' Zaftigs implores. And on weekend mornings, patrons craving potato pancakes with smoked salmon, challah French toast and…

  • Kimchipapi Kitchen

    Streetcar Suburbs

    The thing here is 'glory bowls' – a modern take on traditional Korean poke bowls. A glory bowl starts with noodles or rice, then heaps on fresh or pickled…

  • Michael's Deli

    Streetcar Suburbs

    There are two menu listings you need to know: corned-beef Reuben; and sour pickle. That said, there are dozens of sandwiches on the menu and you really…

  • Vee Vee

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Vee Vee stands for Valachovic, the last name of the two creative genii behind this sweet spot on Centre St. The decor is minimalist and modern, but…

  • El Oriental de Cuba

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Lunchtime lines often run out the door as hungry patrons wait patiently for the specialty Cuban sandwich. Roast pork, Swiss cheese and ham are stuffed…

  • Kupel's Bakery

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Kupel's has 24 kinds of chewy bagels and 24 kinds of decadent cream cheese. We're not good at math, but that's a lot of breakfast goodness. Lines are out…

  • Fugakyu

    Streetcar Suburbs

    The name aptly translates as 'house of elegance.' Upscale and over-the-top, Fugakyu offers a gorgeous array of sushi and sashimi, served by staff dressed…

  • Jo Jo TaiPei

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Jo Jo TaiPei is the keystone of Boston’s 'Little Taiwan' – a Taiwanese bakery and a bubble-tea cafe are across the street. Try the three cups tofu and…

  • Shanghai Gate

    Streetcar Suburbs

    The menu here offers regional dishes that will redefine your concept of what constitutes Chinese food. Cold appetizers such as the five-spice tofu or the…

  • Jerusalem Pita & Grill

    Streetcar Suburbs

    There's nothing fancy going on at this popular lunchtime spot, but it sure is tasty. Settle in for delicious falafel, assorted kebabs, or the all-time…