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The Dish on Dishes
Picco is one of The Dish on Dishes.

1. Picco

8.9
513 Tremont St (at E Berkeley St), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · South End · 174 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: This is my go to in the South End. Feels upscale without the upscale price. Customer service is always fantastic & their pizza is one word-yum. Save room for (my fave-black raspberry) ice cream!

Beehive is one of The Dish on Dishes.

2. Beehive

8.8
541 Tremont St (btwn Clarendon & Berkeley St), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · South End · 256 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: The decor reminds me of something out of a Vampire movie, but a good one like "Interview with the Vampire". You might even find a tasty Brad look-a-like to enjoy a drink with. My drink Pimm's cup.

Emilio's Pizza and Sub Shop is one of The Dish on Dishes.

3. Emilio's Pizza and Sub Shop

536 Tremont St (Milford St.), Boston, MA
Pizzeria · South End · 22 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: When I'm too lazy to go out, these boys deliver. And FAST. No matter what I get there it's always enough for two meals. Did I mention they're cheap? Woot!

Mela is one of The Dish on Dishes.

4. Mela

7.6
578 Tremont St (btwn Union Park & Upton St), Boston, MA
Indian Restaurant · South End · 41 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: If I were on a deserted island... Mela would be the one restaurant I needed. Chicken tikka masala, onion naan and a mango lassi. Copper colored walls & glitter table tops. This is my happy place.

Stella is one of The Dish on Dishes.

5. Stella

1525 Washington St (West Brookline St), Boston, MA
Italian Restaurant · South End · 111 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: The gnocci here was better than... It melted in my mouth and melted me. Make sure you have reservations and wear something fun. Fantastic date spot.

Mike's City Diner is one of The Dish on Dishes.

6. Mike's City Diner

8.0
1714 Washington St (E Springfield St.), Boston, MA
Diner · South End · 65 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: Besides becoming addicted to the banana pancakes while I worked here, I became a huge fan of the spunk my fellow waitresses had. These girls give food with a 'tude and always made me smile. Cheap eats

Coda is one of The Dish on Dishes.

7. Coda

329 Columbus Ave (Dartmouth St), Boston, MA
American Restaurant · South End · 60 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: I've had the atlantic salmon here...twice. I try not to repeat things so I can try more plates, but you can't fight perfection.

Brownstone is one of The Dish on Dishes.

8. Brownstone

7.3
111 Dartmouth St (btwn Columbus & Stuart), Boston, MA
Bar · South End · 40 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: I may have had the turkey burger over a dozen times here at this point. The price is great, the meat is flavorful along with the melted swiss and mushrooms. I dare you to eat this and still be hungry.

Francesca's Cafe is one of The Dish on Dishes.

9. Francesca's Cafe

564 Tremont St, Boston, MA
Sandwich Spot · South End · 45 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: Almond joy or milky way? I don't have a favorite sandwich here because I like them all. Make sure you have cash and get a drink card for free drinks in the future... you will be back.

Anchovies is one of The Dish on Dishes.

10. Anchovies

8.8
433 Columbus Ave (at Pembroke St.), Boston, MA
Bar · South End · 49 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: This food will make you miss your mama. Italian style with a home cooked feel that will never leave you hungry. This place is tiny and gets packed quick, so get there early.

Charlie's Sandwich Shoppe is one of The Dish on Dishes.

11. Charlie's Sandwich Shoppe

8.1
429 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA
Sandwich Spot · South End · 35 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: Diner feel, cheap eats and full plates of food. Ham, rye toast and eggs over hard, here I come!

Victoria's Diner is one of The Dish on Dishes.

12. Victoria's Diner

7.8
1024 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA
Diner · Dorchester · 64 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: Not sure why this is posted as an ice cream shop. This place has EVERYTHING. Including liquor and it's open super late. Great spot for the after bar munchies.

The Hen House Wings 'n Waffles is one of The Dish on Dishes.

13. The Hen House Wings 'n Waffles

5.8
1033 Massachusetts Ave (Proctor St), Boston, MA
Southern Food Restaurant · Dudley - Brunswick King · 21 tips and reviews

Gifted B.Gifted Boston: Fried chicken and waffles? OMG. I don't think I can eat them any other way now! You choose your style of chicken, waffle and syrup for the perfect combo for your pallet.