Restaurants near Auburndale Playground

53 restaurants available nearby

1. MIDA - Newton

4.6

Exceptional(1578)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newton

Booked 52 times today

MIDA is an inspired neighborhood Italian restaurant by award winning Chef, Douglass Williams. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are all about supremely delicious food and warm hospitality.Dinner is served Monday - Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMLunch is served Monday - Friday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMBrunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM -4:00 PM.Reservations for indoor dining can be made in advance online. Patio reservations are now available for booking online or over the phone. Walk-ins are always welcome. Parties larger than six should call the restaurant directly to book a table.

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2. Da Vinci Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(185)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Waltham

Booked 10 times today

Da Vinci , a traditional and casual Italian eatery in Waltham. Here, Chef Peppino will bring to you authentic Italian cooking that is accompanied by exceptional service and a warm and comfortable ambiance reminiscent of being transported to Italy itself.We pride ourselves on using only the finest ingredients and sourcing from local organic products whenever possible. Our food, including our pastas and sauces are all house made and the authentic preparation of each dish highlights its natural and fresh flavors. The result is truly a difference you can taste with each bite. Our wine list features selections from Italy and the United States that serve to complement the dishes on our menu and we are always happy to accommodate any allergies or dietary restrictions.After ten years at La Campania , Chef Peppino opened his own restaurant in Boston Shortly after the opening the restaurant, Da Vinci was recognized by the James Beard Foundation as “the notable new restaurant in Boston.”

3. Tempo

4.7

Exceptional(2274)

Price: Moderate

• American • Waltham

Booked 17 times today

Outdoor Dining at Tempo is FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ONLY!Don't see a reservation available...give us a call!Tempo offers downtown quality and atmosphere in a convenient suburban location on, Moody Street in Waltham known as "Restaurant Row". The menu features a wide variety of fresh seafood, great cuts of meat, chicken, duck, and truly has something for everyone. Tempo is excellent for a date, great for groups, and the bar is a perfect place for singles and people watching. The cuisine rivals higher-priced alternatives and the staff is welcoming and eager to please. The bar offers the largest selection around and the wine list pricing is the best in Waltham. We have a gorgeous private dining room that is perfect for events, corporate dinners, holiday parties and graduation celebrations. If you haven't visited us we promise you won't regret it!

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4. Vinotta Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(751)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Waltham

Booked 11 times today

Dante and his team are the new-kids on Moody Street, Waltham but old pros in the Boston area. Dante has been cooking in his home town of Abruzzo since 1979. His passion for cooking grew as explored the all the flavors and recipes of the Adriatic Sea which surrounded him. We are excited to bring our skills to Waltham where we welcome old friends and invite new ones to Vinotta Restaurant.Vinotta Restaurant serves simple food made with fresh, wholesome, organic ingredients using locally sourced vendors. Flowing between classic and modern Italian favorites all made from scratch and sure to suit your palate. Domestic and imported wine selections to compliment food choices available for in-house and take out dining.

5. Il Capriccio

4.7

Exceptional(4075)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waltham

Booked 19 times today

Il Capriccio serves a constantly changing Northern Italian menu featuring local products with an award winning Italian wine and Grappa list. Though long considered a local secret, Il Capriccio has been the number one Northern Italian restaurant in Zagat's for the past seven years. The wine list has been featured in Decanter, Sante, Wine & Spirits and Stuff. The same menu is served in the Bar. We like to serve great food and great wine in a comfortable setting. For peace of mind in Covid time, our three brand new, state-of-the art, Mitsubishi air handlers employ MERV Level 13 filtration, just one step down from an operating theatre. We also have a patio for al fresco dining, reservable by phone only, weather dependent.

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6. Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.2

Awesome(2091)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Waltham

Booked 11 times today

Solea offers diners a taste of the culinary heritage of Spain right in the heart of Moody Street. Since opening our doors in 2001, we’ve made it our mission to give the Metro West area a reason to look forward to sunset every day of the week. Solea offers an array of Spanish tapas, four types of paella as well as house made churros. We make all sangria in house and offer either by the glass or by the pitcher. Stop by to try our Gambas al Ajillo!Solea is located in downtown Waltham, MA. We are in the heart of Waltham's restaurant row. City parking lots and street parking are readily available. Solea is close to both Bentley and Brandeis Universities. We are at the corner of Moody and Cushing Streets. We are 4 blocks from the Fitchburg Rail Line.Solea now offers delivery thru our website via DoorDash!

7. Ninebark

4.2

Awesome(81)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newton

Booked 7 times today

Ninebark is a full-service restaurant featuring New American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Our menu includes craft beers, wines, and cocktails, made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.

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8. Sweet Basil on Moody

4.6

Exceptional(424)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Waltham

Booked 9 times today

Our newest location offers indoor dining and take-out from 5-10pm Monday thru Thursday, from 4-11pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 4-9pm on Sunday. We offer chef-inspired Italian dishes, along with a full bar that includes hand-crafted cocktails, beer and wine.

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9. Gustazo Cuban Restaurant & Cafe - Waltham

4.8

Exceptional(1395)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Waltham

Booked 4 times today

GUSTAZO is one of the very few authentic Cuban restaurants in the Boston area. Located at 240 Moody street, it offers traditional Cuban cuisine in a modern and inventive way. The ambiance is reminiscent of Spanish colonial architecture, with hand painted tiles, wall to wall pictures of old Havana and Spanish filigree motives. Signature dishes include Slow Roasted Pork, Enchilado de Mariscos, Empanadas, Camarones al Ajillo and the luxurious Cuban flan.

10. The Federal

4.7

Exceptional(968)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Waltham

Booked 16 times today

The Federal is an exciting seafood and chophouse with scratch-made, chef driven modern Italian inspired food. The restaurant is upscale, affordable, comfortable, and relaxed. Come and explore our wine list where new age and old world meet. Our wine list is curated by co-owner/managing partner David Alphonse and features wines from around the world with a focus on Italian and old world selections. We have a great selection of new world wines as well.We feature two adjoining private dining rooms and a seasonal covered patio.Located in Waltham, MA in the Market Basket Plaza, we look forward to serving you soon.

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Mangia Mondays meal deal for two is a great way to sample a bunch of their dishes. Even better was the service. Our server Phil (5th grade teacher by day) was excellent. He knew exactly what to do to make our first experience memorable.
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Fantastic overall as we have come to expect at Il capriccio! Thank you!
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Dined on Dec 9, 2024
Amazing spot!! Great ambiance. Food is outstanding!
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5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Food was excellent!! Noise level very high difficult conversing
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5.0
Dined on Dec 5, 2024
Wonderful experience - the food was delicious and the waitstaff was attentive - a great place to eat !
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1. MIDA - Newton

2. Da Vinci Ristorante

3. Tempo

4. Vinotta Restaurant

5. Il Capriccio

6. Solea Restaurant and Tapas Bar

7. Ninebark

8. Sweet Basil on Moody

9. Gustazo Cuban Restaurant & Cafe - Waltham

10. The Federal

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