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Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Boston Metro North

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Boston Metro North? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Elia Taverna Marblehead restaurant
4.9
4.9 (68)
$31 to $50
Greek
Marblehead
About the restaurant
Family owned local Greek cuisine. Serving delicious food with homemade recipes, in a small cozy atmosphere. Hard to find amazing Greek wines that will surprise you. Shrimp Santorini, Mediterranean Grill, grilled octopus, are just some of the amazing dishes we server. Voted 2nd must try restaurant in the Marblehead, Salem, Swampscott area. "Neighborhood Gem"
Top review
John
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Absolutely delicious! A small restaurant run by family where everything is in order. You won’t be disappointed.
A photo of Eddie V's - Burlington restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2196)
$50 and over
Seafood
Burlington
About the restaurant
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
Top review
andrewVIP
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
The service was impeccable. It was our wedding anniversary and they had the table decorated with hearts and a welcome card. Matthew was a wonderful and attentive server. Food was great. We will be back . Thanks again Andrew A.
A photo of Toscana's Ristorante restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1622)
$30 and under
Italian
Peabody
About the restaurant
Everyone is family at our flagship Toscana location. Our philosophy is to never cut corners and always do things the old school Italian way. All sauces, dressings, ravioli and desserts are made from scratch, daily. You can be sure that anything you eat today, was prepared today. We'll match it with a fantastic wine & cocktail list and friendly, neighborhood service!
Top review
CarenVIP
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Excellent as always! Food delicious and excellent service!
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4.9
4.9 (497)
$30 and under
Italian
Swampscott
About the restaurant
Paradiso Ristorante is a family-friendly restaurant located across from the Swampscott train station. Small kitchen with big flavors.
Executive Chef Benedetto Carenza from Avellino, Italy prepares Italian cuisine that will make you want to lick your plate. All menu items are cooked to order. Quality is our number one priority. Enjoy the ambiance of our “soon” newly renovated lounge and dining room. The casual atmosphere of our lounge offers 6 flat screen TVs, along with our dining room, outdoor heated patio and outdoor tent.

Top review
ColleenB
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Awesome. Always great food, service, and atmosphere. Love it there.
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4.8
4.8 (181)
$31 to $50
American
Swampscott
About the restaurant
G Bar & Kitchen in Swampscott provides a beautiful interior with dark, rich wood flooring, bright red chairs situated along the bar, and pale colored chairs, tables and booths along the opposite walls. Big windows let in plenty of sunshine to help increase the brightness and inviting atmosphere of the interior whereas friendly staff members make you feel like an honored guest at G Bar & Kitchen. Upon first glance at the menu, you will notice plenty of delicious options like the shrimp chow fun and gnocchi. You also have stuffed acorn squash, lamb rack, duck, haddock, veal chop and a N.Y strip to name a few. There is an option for just about every flavor preference so you are sure to leave feeling satisfied and yearning to come back for more when you visit G Bar & Kitchen.
Top review
Steven
Dined on Dec 17, 2024
Chef Gregg personally personalized our meal due to allergies- food was outstanding! Chocolate soufflé was the most delicate I’ve ever had. We’ll be back- thank you!!
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4.9
4.9 (52)
$31 to $50
American
Gloucester
About the restaurant
A waterfront restaurant in the heart of America's oldest art colony. Serving fresh light summer fare with a unique flair
Top review
Nina
Dined on Oct 19, 2024
Dinner and service at 51 Rocky Neck was fabulous once again. Thank you for taking great care of us Michael for our birthday celebration. Crazy Pizza is still the best pizza on the North Shore and scallops were cooked to perfection. We are looking forward to joining you again. BRAVO!!
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4.8
4.8 (4143)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Peabody
About the restaurant
We serve the finest Prime Grade Steaks and Chops as well as the freshest seafood that arrives daily and is simply prepared to express its true flavor. Our award winning wine list is a shining example of our caliber of restaurant. It boasts over 400 bottles of the finest varietals from The United States, Italy, France, Germany, South America & beyond. Come join us for an intimate dinner, a gathering of friends & family or a nightcap at the bar. We’ll show you why so many call us the North Shore’s best "Boston Experience."
Top review
Tanya
Dined 2 days ago
We made a reservation weeks in advance for my boyfriend's birthday. When we arrived, the host and hostess were very professional. I left a note about his birthday and this was acknowledged throughout the evening. We were seated promptly and ordered with our server, who was fantastic the entire evening, a real pro! The appetizer, entree, and desserts were all delicious and we can't wait to return.
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4.9
4.9 (78)
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic
Marblehead
About the restaurant
Here at the Mai Tai Lounge we offer high-quality cuisine and service. There is no limit to the type of dishes that are served. Using the freshest ingredients available we offer dishes like our Filet Mignon, Chilean Sea Bass, Lobster Pad Thai, Farfalle with Wild Mushroom, and many other dishes.
The Mai Tai Lounge offers the finest handcrafted cocktails hands-down, drinks like our Snapchat Worthy, Best Mistake Ever, and the Yacht Club. Not to mention our list of eight differently designed Mai Tais.
The restaurant has been designed to provide a high level of comfort and an overall relaxing ambience. The Mai Tai team is excited to welcome you to come sit down, relax and focus on family, friends, and the present moment.

Top review
Nanda E.
Dined 4 days ago
A secret little cozy and delicious spot, located in one of Massachusetts North Shore towns, Marblehead! A large menu, with fun and creative cocktails. Definitely recommend people to go. 
A photo of Tavern On High restaurant
4.7
4.7 (377)
$30 and under
American
Andover
About the restaurant
American Tavern with a twist! Come enjoy a local craft beer on draft, one of our specialty cocktails or a martini. With 30-foot high ceilings, a wall of over-sized windows and rustic decor you will love the atmosphere. Our extended patio with umbrellas and night-time lights provide an ambiance for everyone to enjoy!

OUTDOOR RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED.

Top review
JenniferVIP
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Food and drinks were delicious. Serve was attentive. The restaurant had many great gluten free options and were respectful of my dietary needs. The only thing that I would have preferred is regular tables rather than high-top seating.
A photo of Row 34 - Burlington restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1714)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Burlington
About the restaurant
We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.

Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus.

Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.

Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 Boston, Row 34 Cambridge and Row 34 Portsmouth, NH.

Top review
Mark
Dined 3 days ago
All six of us who dined here enjoyed our dishes very much. They were creative, tasty, and, while not inexpensive, reasonable for the quality. The service was very pleasant and attentive as well, and it was quiet enough for us to easily converse amongst our group.
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