Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Lincoln, Greater Boston

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchVegetarian / VeganHome cooking

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Back BayCambridgeConcordSomervilleSouth End

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1. 80 Thoreau

4.8

Exceptional(4613)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Concord

Booked 19 times today

80 Thoreau is a creative cuisine restaurant with a local focus. Reviewers consistently rave about the 'creative', 'fresh', and 'imaginative' dishes, often noting the unexpected and delightful combinations of ingredients. The menu changes frequently, offering a unique dining experience every time.

2. Season To Taste

4.8

Exceptional(1907)

$$$$

• American • Cambridge

Booked 26 times today

Season to Taste is a chef-driven, seasonally inspired restaurant in Cambridge, MA just minutes from Boston, celebrating the best New England ingredients with influences from Southern home cooking and traditional European cuisine. Our menu evolves with the harvest, highlighting fresh local produce, thoughtfully sourced proteins, and comforting flavors.Guests enjoy an intimate neighborhood dining experience with a lively open kitchen and craft cocktail bar, creating an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and elevated. Whether you're planning a date night in Cambridge, friendly gathering, or cocktails at the bar, our team strives to make every visit warm and memorable.For a more immersive evening, check out the Chef’s Tasting Menu, a multi-course menu showcasing the creativity of our kitchen and the best seasonal ingredients New England has to offer. A favorite Cambridge dining spot for locals and Boston visitors seeking seasonal cuisine, craft cocktails, and curated experiences.

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3. Pammy's

4.8

Exceptional(2583)

$$$$

• American • Cambridge

Booked 28 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 apply a 6% Kitchen Admin Fee to all checks that exclusively benefits our Back of House staff, who by MA law may not be included in the tip pool.

4. Metropolis Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(1710)

$$$$

• American • South End

Booked 46 times today

Metropolis Café, nestled in Boston’s Historic South End with views of lively Tremont Street, combines fine dining and warm hospitality at casual prices. Our dinner menu features favorites like Rigatoni, Pan Roasted Natural Chicken with foraged mushroom crème and whipped garlic Yukon potatoes, Sriracha Glazed Brussels Sprouts served with house-made buttermilk ranch and celery salad, and our creamy Risottos. Join us for a beloved neighborhood brunch on weekends, where locals and visitors enjoy a relaxed, cozy atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for dinner or a weekend brunch, Metropolis Café offers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Boston’s South End.

5. Forage

4.7

Exceptional(1648)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Cambridge

Booked 12 times today

Forage is a creative cuisine restaurant with a farm to table approach. Reviews rave about the inventive and thought-provoking flavor combinations, calling it a 'treasure' that offers 'deep, healthy, ecological' food. The menu is praised for its freshness and seasonality, with dishes that are 'unconventional and very creative'. The bar program, with its focus on locally produced ingredients, adds to the restaurant's creativity.

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6. Celeste

4.7

Exceptional(161)

$$$$

• Peruvian • Somerville

Booked 25 times today

It’ll be hard to find a restaurant as welcoming and lovely as Celeste. The Union Square spot feels like a party hosted by your very cool artsy friends, who just happen to make the best ceviche in town. Every dish here is tantalizing—throw in pisco-heavy drinks and a psychedelic cumbia playlist, and you’re in for the very best of Andean culture.Recently included in The New York Times Best restaurants in Boston, Chef JuanMa and co-owner Maria Rondeau have been nominated for James Beard Best New Restaurant Semi-Finalist, Esquire's Best Restaurants in America, and Eater's Best Restaurant in Boston.

7. Deuxave

4.7

Exceptional(5258)

$$$$

• French • Back Bay

Booked 16 times today

Deuxave is a creative cuisine restaurant because it blends contemporary French cuisine with American ingredients. The restaurant's owners, Brian Piccini and Chef/Owner Christopher Coombs, focus on seasonality, working with the finest farms and purveyors. The creativity in their dishes is evident from the reviews, where customers talk about the 'tiny additions' to each dish that add depth and unique flavors. Their desserts are also described as 'elegant' and 'creative'. The result is a refined yet casual dining experience that has impressed many customers.

8. Sorellina Boston

4.8

Exceptional(6035)

$$$$

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 60 times today

Sorellina, helmed by Chef Owner Jamie Mammano, redefines Italian-Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary twist. Our restaurant showcases regionally inspired dishes that celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Italy and the Mediterranean. Complementing the delectable fare is an exceptional wine selection, curated with hidden Italian gems that elevate the dining experience. At Sorellina, we pride ourselves not only on our exceptional cuisine but also on our sophisticated service. Our team strives to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, ensuring that every guest feels pampered and well taken care of

9. Nine Tastes

4.2

Awesome(70)

$$$$

• Thai • Cambridge

Booked 3 times today

Thailand is a tine exotic country in Southeast Asia. A mixture of hot spices, fresh herb, and pure heart combine to make the scintillating tastes of Thai cuisine. Each dish in our Thai restaurant is prepared uniquely for your preference, it can be intense spiciness or just a hint of hot taste. The various ingredients used will leave glorious different tastes in your mouth and a newfound partiality for the people.Come experience the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia. Savor the delicious and tantalizing flavors of Thai cuisine in a fun and inviting atmosphere. From the traditional to the contemporary, our dishes will invigorate the senses and delight the soul.Take a journey to Thailand through the food of “Nine Tastes”.

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Robert
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Solid a plus for everyone. I haven’t been with a group of people who cared about my family and I enjoying our meal. It was wonderful. People were knowledgeable- considerate- respectful- a remarkable experience- by the way the Food was TOP NOTCH - really superb throughout- what an experience!
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80 Thoreau$$$$• Contemporary American• Concord
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4.8
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Mary Alice
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This restaurant provided the perfect calming respite amidst the frenetic activity that is Harvard Square on the eve of Harvard’s Commencement Day. The service was attentive but not intrusive. The menu was varied but not overwhelming, and the dishes were prepared superbly. What a treasure Forge is for the neighborhood and other Cambridge diners.
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Forage$$$$• Farm-to-table• Cambridge
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4.7
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catelyn
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful food, beautiful ambience, professional and friendly service.
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Pammy's$$$$• American• Cambridge
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4.8
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Susan
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2026
Wonderful dining experience in every way! Will return often!
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Season To Taste$$$$• American• Cambridge
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4.8
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Anne
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2026
Celery root and fennel soup = outstanding Great cocktails
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Metropolis Cafe$$$$• American• South End
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4.8

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