Spending time in Mattapan? Get to know this Boston neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a barbecue joint to a coffee shop.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Mattapan, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Pit Stop Barbecue
Topping the list is Pit Stop Barbecue, a spot to score barbecue, situated at 888A Morton St. (between Selden Street and Morton Village Drive). With four stars out of 112 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. On the menu, look for beef brisket and beef ribs. Add collard greens, cornbread or macaroni and cheese to your order.
2. Ali's Roti Restaurant
Next, Trinidadian spot Ali's Roti Restaurant is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1188 Blue Hill Ave. (between Landor Road and Morton Street), four stars out of 87 reviews. Ali's Roti Restaurant serves up stewed oxtail, boneless chicken dinners, curry shrimp roti, red snapper filet and more.
3. Simco's
And Simco's is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 78 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1509 Blue Hill Ave. to see for yourself. Try the lamb gyro, a personalized pizza or a classic hot dog.
4. Flat Black Coffee Company
Check out Flat Black Coffee Company, which has earned four stars out of 73 reviews on Yelp. You can find the spot to score coffee and tea at 1170 Washington St. (between Millers Lane and River Street). On the drink menu, look for an iced flat white, a mocha or an espresso. Also on offer are baked goods, including coffee cake and blueberry muffins.
5. Brothers Deli & Restaurant
Finally, there's Brothers Deli & Restaurant, a local favorite with four stars out of 33 reviews. Stop by 1638 Blue Hill Ave. to hit up the deli and breakfast spot next time you're in the neighborhood. Menu offerings include Belgian waffles, omelets, muffins, breakfast sandwiches and more.
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