REDISCOVERING NEWTON
Newton is back—or at least getting there. As the COVID-19 pandemic wanes and Newtonians return to in-person dining, The Heights rediscovers the food that defines the city.
Metro
Tartufo in Newton Centre Transports Newton Residents to the Italian Coast
Ted Mountzuris, the owner, added that the restaurant’s location—much more convenient for Newtonians than traveling all the way to Boston’s North End—i...
Food Guide 2022
Irish Pub Dunn-Gaherin’s Provides a Cozy Hangout Spot For All
Dunn-Gaherin’s light-hearted environment is a perfect place for all people to relax and remember that life isn’t always that serious.
Metro
For Decades, The Knotty Pine Has Built a Community in Auburndale
Before it was The Knotty Pine, the building housed a different local restaurant since 1915, serving as a staple of the Auburndale and Newton communiti...
Food Guide 2022
Sycamore Blends Upscale Dining With Community Atmosphere
Customers filled every seat in the house on a Tuesday at 8 p.m., further proving the hype behind what has been labeled Newton’s best.
Newton
At Little Big Diner, Popular Ramen Bowls Meet an Unbeatable Atmosphere
On a brisk April night, customers enjoyed steaming bowls of ramen filled with crisp strips of nori, tender and smoky chashu pork, and a perfectly done...
Metro
At Ellana’s Kitchen & More, Top-Rated Arepas Are Just The Start
Ellana’s Kitchen & More in Newton Centre serves the kind of dishes someone might just remember for the rest of his or her life.
Newton
Tommy Doyle’s Builds Community in Newton With Irish Hospitality
Whether you’re a young professional or part of an older married couple, Tommy Doyle’s welcomes all kinds of customers.
Metro
Pho Viet’s II Satisfies Appetite for Vietnamese Cuisine With Delivery and Takeout
Phở Viet's II, a family-owned restaurant, has served award-winning Vietnamese food to Newtonians for three years.
Newton
Even After a Fire, Buttonwood Brings Community Together Through Rustic Food
Buttonwood is located in Newton Highlands and serves rustic American food with seasonally changing dishes sprinkled in.
Food
Family-Run O’Hara’s Brings Irish-American Flavors to Newton Highlands
The menu of O'Hara's is expansive but not overwhelming, offering something for everyone’s personal tastes.
Metro
Mom-and-Pop Restaurant Four Spoons Brings Thai Food to Newton
Four Spoons boasts an extensive menu of Thai dishes that fits all appetites.
Metro
Family-Owned Bocca Bella Brings Italian Comfort Classics to Auburndale
Bocca Bella Cafe & Bistro is a small but homey Italian situated on a cozy corner in Auburndale.