Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Malden

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1. Exchange Street Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1313)

Price: Expensive

• American • Malden

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Exchange Street Bistro, an inviting, exciting contemporary bistro located in the heart of Malden Center. Just steps away from the city’s T-stop and several new luxury condominiums, Exchange Street Bistro creates an upscale neighborhood feel for those looking for an outstanding dining experience. With an extensive and creative menu, Exchange Street Bistro’s chef’s offer trend setting and savory dishes at reasonable prices. Our staff provides superior service along with exceptional knowledge of our menu, and extensive wine list. Therefore, ensuring our guests an experience that will far exceed all their expectations. The warm and charming décor of Exchange Street Bistro, is enhanced with dramatic lighting, showcasing everything from our beautifully crafted granite bar and tables to our intimate high back booths through out the dining room. The fully stocked bar and spacious lounge creates a stylish and vibrant atmosphere with an exquisite martini menu.

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2. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6441)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 166 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.

3. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2272)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cambridge

Booked 33 times today

Pammy’s is a New American restaurant inspired by the feel of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Perched between Cambridge’s Central and Harvard Squares, Pammy’s is a cozy yet sophisticated neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Chris and Pam Willis (who live right up the street), Pammy’s is an extension of their living room. They’ve brought together their love of great food, easy hospitality and chic vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all looking for a memorable meal. With dishes that lean heavily on Italian flavors but are not restricted by any rules of the cuisine, the food is unpretentious and delicious. A fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, an oversized salvaged communal table designed for side-by-side dining and rich leather banquets are just some of the design elements that make up Pammy’s charm.We're currently serving a Prix Fixe menu for all reservations. A la carte dining is available for walk-in guests at our bar and in our lounge.

4. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1807)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 22 times today

Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

5. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(6064)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 76 times today

Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

6. Riccardo's

4.5

Awesome(2733)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 12 times today

Riccardo's Ristorante is a family run business in the North End of Boston, across from Paul Revere's House. It has been recognized by local and national known food critiques as one of the best authentic Italian Restaurants in Boston. Now being run by Richie Jr., Riccardo's has the same fine standards and quality of food as always. The staff is highly trained and knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood Ricardo's never skimps on portions. Come and visit. Renew your love for Riccardo's.

7. Mooo BEACON HILL

4.8

Exceptional(4701)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Beacon Hill

Booked 59 times today

Welcome to Mooo Beacon Hill, a modern steakhouse that blends sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill. Our warm and inviting décor provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience, while our full bar and award-winning wine list add to the overall ambiance. Open seven days a week, we recommend making a reservation to secure your table for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up with the latest news and events.

8. Lucca North End

4.5

Awesome(3641)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 38 times today

On New Year's Eve we will be serving our regular dinner menu a la carte with a few exceptions and a few additions. Still taking reservations.Lucca has become one of the most talked about restaurants in Boston. Zagat survey named them, Best New Italian Restaurant and they won a coveted Best of Boston award for their elegant and lively bar. They are also the recipient of the Wine Spectator award of excellence with distinction. Whether you join them for a relaxing dining experience or a little later for cocktails and to sample their late night menu, you will be won over by Lucca's elegant charm and warm ambiance.

9. Mare

4.6

Exceptional(2924)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 33 times today

Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine. Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

10. Tresca

4.8

Exceptional(4178)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 52 times today

In the heart of Boston's famous North End, Tresca is a premier authentic Italian restaurant featuring delicious multi-regional cuisine with an exceptional wine list, offering a large selection of the finest vintages. The warm and cozy atmosphere features a fireplace lit dining room both on the first floor and the beautiful Tuscan style room upstairs. Tresca also showcases balcony table #77, the most romantic table for 2 overlooking famous Hanover St, the best restaurant street in Boston. Disclaimer: Table #77 does have a credit card policy taken upon booking that will require a $75 fee if not cancelled prior to 24 hours of reservation. Regarding reservations of six or more, if not canceled prior to 24 hours of the reservation there will be a $75 per person cancelation fee. Only a short walk from the TD Garden, the dining experience is exceptional, the menu remarkable, the service is attentive, inviting guests to make return visits.

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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Delicious! The food came out fast and everything has such great, fresh flavor. We would love to go again.
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Greater Boston •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service and food. I would definitely return.
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Pammy'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cambridge
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Ted
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Hreat food, atmosphere and service. Thoroughly enjoyed it
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4.6
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Tim
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Came here for a post-egagement dinner, staff was very welcoming and congratulatory and brought complimentary prosecco. They let us stay for a while drinking and celebrating, wonderful atmosphere!
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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HelenVIP
Toronto / Ontario •29 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
A very good experience, as usual. Food was tasty.
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Exchange Street BistroPrice: Expensive• American• Malden
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1. Exchange Street Bistro

2. Trattoria Il Panino

3. Pammy's

4. Giulia Restaurant

5. Bricco

6. Riccardo's

7. Mooo BEACON HILL

8. Lucca North End

9. Mare

10. Tresca

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