I'm currently living here and I love finding those under-the-radar spots with great food / activities to do. These are some places I would go back to in a heartbeat
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Outdoor Activities
It's the largest farmers market in Boston, and has a fantastic selection of organic produce, flowers, baked goods, and prepared foods
Copley Square Farmers Market
Local-only vendors, climate-controlled, artisan shops, and New England specialties like cider donuts and seafood
Boston Public Market
Farmers market, local artists, food trucks, and vintage shopping. The perfect for a full day out!
SoWa Open Market
Diverse offerings from local farms with a community vibe and a focus on sustainability
Union Square Farmers Market
Restaurants (Cambridge)
A classic in Harvard Square, brought all the way from the original store in NYC
Joe’s Pizza
Famous for their square pizza, you have to get it fresh and sizzling hot!
Pinocchio's Pizza (in the show Suits)
Twinkly lights, garden vibes, and the baked Alaska dessert is unforgettable
Oleana
Order the Brussels sprouts with creamy feta, it’s a sleeper hit that regulars swear by. Ambience is buzzy but warm
Sarma Restaurant
The lumache bolognese is their signature dish, ultra cozy and rich
Pammy's
Their housemade burger with foie gras mayo is wildly decadent. Fun spot for foodies who want to taste everything
Little Donkey
A classic Cambridge date spot with a charming courtyard, ask for outdoor seating in the fall for leaf-peeping
Harvest | True to Cambridge since 1975.
Handmade pasta right in front of you, get the pappardelle with wild boar. Reserve well in advance
Giulia
Brunch is underrated here, the seaweed donuts with uni butter are oddly addictive
Waypoint
Try the squid ink oyster bao or the duck confit ramen. Great for an adventurous palate and sleek date night
Pagu
Rich wine list, old-school charm, and their truffle gnocchi is cloud-soft and fragrant
Toscano Harvard Square
Restaurants (North End)
Get the hot buttered lobster roll, it’s legendary. Small spot, expect a wait, but worth every minute
