Spending time in Kenmore? Get to know this Boston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an oyster bar to a Persian restaurant.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Kenmore, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Fin's Sushi and Grill
Topping the list is sushi bar and Japanese spot Fin's Sushi and Grill. Located at 636 Beacon St. (between Commonwealth and Brookline avenues), it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 354 reviews on Yelp.
Menu options include sushi and tempura appetizers, chicken dumplings and soups. Entrees feature crispy duck breast, Chilean sea bass, miso salmon and pan-seared sea scallops.
2. Thaitation
Next up is Thai spot Thaitation, situated at 129 Jersey St. (between Park Drive and Queensberry Street). With four stars out of 302 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Traditional Thai dishes are on the menu, including variety of curries, noodle soups, appetizers and salads. Among the house specialties is a dish of shrimp and sliced chicken with pineapple chunks, peppers, water chestnuts, onions and scallions in a spicy sweet-and-sour sauce.
3. Island Creek Oyster Bar
Bar Island Creek Oyster Bar, which offers seafood and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 500 Commonwealth Ave., 4.5 stars out of 2,591 reviews.
Island Creek, which also has an oyster bar in Burlington, has a raw bar with a lineup of locally sourced oysters. The dinner menu features Maine lobster, steamed littleneck clams, caviar, salmon and other fish, as well as steak and chicken.
4. Gyro City
Gyro City, a Greek and Mediterranean spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 305 Yelp reviews. Head over to 88 Peterborough St. (between Kilmarnock and Jersey streets) to see for yourself.
Gyros include traditional pork, chicken, veggie and hummus. The menu also includes falafel, lamb, pork or chicken souvlaki, a Greek pork and beef burger and a mixed-grill plate.
5. Eastern Standard Kitchen & Drinks
Finally, there's Eastern Standard Kitchen & Drinks, a local favorite with four stars out of 1,812 reviews. Stop by 528 Commonwealth Ave. to hit up the lounge and New American and breakfast and brunch spot next time you're in the neighborhood.
In addition to breakfast and brunch fare, the menu offers a wide range of options, including daily specials such as veal scallopini, seared cod loin, brisket and spätzle, braised rabbit and prime rib. Specialty cocktails are also served.
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