Best Casual Restaurants in Jamaica Plain

243 restaurants available nearby

1. Vee Vee

4.8

Exceptional(727)

Price: Expensive

• American • Jamaica Plain

Booked 9 times today

Vee Vee in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, is a small, neighborhood restaurant operated by Kristen and Dan Valachovic. The food is best described as creative American, and we feature a well-curated wine and craft beer selection. The vibe is casual, and the menu modest but inventive. As of May 2022, we are open for indoor and outdoor dining in a seasonal patio by reservation or walk-in. We are also happy to offer takeout as well.

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2. Ten Tables Jamaica Plain

4.1

Excellent(2077)

Price: Moderate

• European • Jamaica Plain

Booked 10 times today

At Ten Tables JP, our modest size and open kitchen create an opportunity for you to enjoyably be part of the experience. Our newly expanded space, which created a stylish but laid-back bar, is warmly appointed with reclaimed wood and exposed brick, giving us a decidedly European feel. Whether you just stop in for a drink and light bite at a high-top in the bar, or stay for a full meal at one of our dining room tables, you will come to enjoy a sophisticated and stylish space that all at once feels as familiar and comfortable as home.**

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3. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6432)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 244 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

4. Mahaniyom

4.7

Exceptional(90)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brookline

Booked 51 times today

MAHANIYOM is a tapas/family-style Thai cuisine that brings an exceptional dining experienceto our guests by serving meticulously home-cooked style, authentic Thai cuisine made fromscratch and handcrafted cocktails in an unpretentious feel-like-home atmosphere thatreminisces our home Thailand. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations are available 30 days in advance. We are very small, we highly recommend reservations during peak hours! Reservations and dine-in guests are designated up to 90 minutes. If you are running late, please call us at (617) 487-5986. We hold the table up to 15 minutes past the reservation time.

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5. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

4.7

Exceptional(272)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Seaport

Booked 47 times today

Right on the water in the heart of Boston's Seaport with intimate dining rooms, two bars, & the city's best seasonal outdoor patio, the Nautilus Pier 4 (est. 2021) is one of Boston's few 'can't miss' restaurants. Built on the idea that 'Everything is Better' Shared the Nautilus brings it, plain & simple. Featuring ‘New England coastal seafood meets Asian haute street food’ cuisine, culinary inspired seasonal & regional cocktails, 20+ beers, & a "Best Of" Wine Spectator award winning wine & sake list plus a curated energetic soundtrack, & a lively yet neighborly atmosphere. The Nautilus makes the new & unfamiliar feel right at home. Lunch Fri, Sat, Sun 12pm to 3pmDinner Mon - Sun 5 or 530 to 930 or 10 depending on the day.Reservations recommended. Perfect for specials occasions, large groups, private parties or casual drop ins. First come first serve bar. 300 Pier 4 Boulevard. Right by the ICA

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6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.5

Awesome(3489)

Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 97 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

7. Bar Vlaha

4.8

Exceptional(776)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Brookline

Booked 127 times today

This is Greece. Bar Vlaha tells the story of the Vlach people, the founders of hospitality and Greek cooking. A nomadic group of shepherds who created and nurtured the roots of Hellenic cooking as we know it. Straying from the tried-and-true island cuisine, we're rediscovering Greek fare sourced from rural mountains, lakes and villages of Central and Northern Greece.Bar Vlaha captures the true soul of Greek cooking with rustic and nomadic traditions using charcoal and open fire gastra techniques. Locally sourced, regional and seasonal ingredients are combined with the warmth of old-world hospitality to bring the roots of Greek culture to Brookline.

8. Brassica Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(1677)

Price: Expensive

• French / American • Jamaica Plain

Booked 31 times today

YOUR J.P. NEIGHBORHOOD JOINTWe are currently offer dinner Weds-Sat, starting at 5 PM, with last seating at 9:15 & brunch Saturdays from 10AM to 1:30 PM and Sundays from 10AM to 2PM!At brunch, we offer exciting breakfast plates and sandwiches, espresso drinks, a crushable cocktail list, and full wine & beer menus. At dinner, our menu of vibrant and eclectic small plates focuses heavily on fermentation and exploring cuisines from all over the world. We also offer a super fun pre-fixe menu, a.k.a The Ride, alongside our a la carte menu. Our beverage program mirrors the values of the kitchen, focusing on eliminating waste, upcycling ingredients, and natural fermentation. The vibe is always fast paced, energetic, and tons of fun! Come hang with us! It just might be your thing!Please note: While we no longer require masks or vaccine cards, we appreciate your help in keeping our community safe by not coming to dinner if you are feeling unwell.

9. Row 34 - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(2367)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fort Point Channel

Booked 70 times today

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 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

10. South End Buttery

4.5

Awesome(2401)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 20 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

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susan
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I stumbled on this place accidentally when the place I usually go to in Brookline was relatively booked, and I’m so glad I did! The food is outstanding, the cocktail, sublime, and the weight staff were friendly and extremely efficient. This is a gem of a place, not too big so you can have a nice conversation while you are enjoying the delicious food, I will be back!
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MahaniyomPrice: Expensive• Thai• Brookline
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4.7
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Hope
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent and came out quick! The service was friendly and helpful. The price range is about $20-40 but incredibly worth it for the quality of the food.
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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William
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience! I've been to Nautilus on Nantucket, and the Pier 4 location definitely lived up to expectations! Tuna poke, pork belly buns, Jonah crab special, and lettuce wraps were all fantastic! Perfectly made negroni, and the ACK Nauti was delicious. Service was present but not overbearing which is always appreciated. Lively crowd by the bars, and dining room was decently filled. 10/10 thank you for a great dinner! I truly forget our server's name (and didn't bring home the receipt to check), but she was fantastic!
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The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4Price: Very Expensive• Pan-Asian• Seaport
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4.7
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Clara
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The staff at 10 Tables welcomed us for a bday dinner for me and my hubby which was last minute. The food was on point, comfort and the drinks superb. Staff is super nice and chef Randy delivered. I love this neighborhood gem 💎
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Ten Tables Jamaica PlainPrice: Moderate• European• Jamaica Plain
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4.1
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sarah
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
The Black Cat at Vee Vee is incredible, delicious and memorable. I keep thinking about the DjonDjon fried rice and butterscotch pudding. The kids adored the fish tacos and chili shrimp tostada. Basically EVERYTHING is delish! The team is awesome and we can’t wait to go back!
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Vee VeePrice: Expensive• American• Jamaica Plain
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4.8

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243 restaurants available nearby

1. Vee Vee

2. Ten Tables Jamaica Plain

3. Trattoria Il Panino

4. Mahaniyom

5. The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

7. Bar Vlaha

8. Brassica Kitchen

9. Row 34 - Boston

10. South End Buttery

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