The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, which means it's time to find your stretchy pants and think about what you're thankful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or spending a quiet Nov. 28, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to do and get in preparation for the big day. From beer and wine shops to bakeries, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Boston's top go-to spots for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list.
Responsible for dessert, but haven't got the time or energy? Head to one of Boston's top bakeries, all of which are cranking out autumnal-inspired baked goods and sweet treats perfect for Thanksgiving.
1. Bova's Bakery
Topping the list is Bova's Bakery. Located at 134 Salem St. (between Noyes Place and Prince Street) in the North End, the bakery is the most popular bakery in Boston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,116 reviews on Yelp.
2. Bricco Panetteria
Next up and also in the North End is Bricco Panetteria, situated at 11 Board Alley. With 4.5 stars out of 113 reviews on Yelp, the bakery has proven to be a local favorite.
Not everyone can pull off the perfect home-cooked side dish. What you can do — so long as you're 21 or older — is come prepared with a six-pack of quality beer or a fitting bottle of wine. To help you get the goods, here's a roundup of Boston's top beer and wine shops.
1. Bauer Wine & Spirits
Topping the list is Bauer Wine & Spirits. Located at 330 Newbury St. (between Hereford Street and Massachusetts Avenue) in Back Bay, the spot to score beer, wine and spirits is the highest-rated of its kind in Boston, boasting 4.5 stars out of 85 reviews on Yelp.
2. Liquor Land
Next up is Roxbury's Liquor Land, situated at 1033 Massachusetts Ave. (between Magazine and Proctor streets). With 4.5 stars out of 83 reviews on Yelp, the spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Charles Street Liquors
And Beacon Hill's Charles Street Liquors, located at 143 Charles St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score beer, wine and spirits 4.5 stars out of 72 reviews.
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