Roslindale Village got one of the first Boston parklet installations. Parklets are interesting city…read moreinstallations designed to create more outdoor and social spaces. They are usually constructed within 1-2 city street parking spaces. Popular in other urban areas, Boston is slowly rolling them out here. The parklet is actually at the intersection of Cohasset & Corinth right in the Village. The install seems to be a big success. It's rare to see it empty when walking by - there is almost always someone or a small group hanging out there. Fornax Bakery takes good care of it and someone always keeps the doggie water bowl topped up.

The annual Jamaica Pond Lantern Parade with its Dutch cultural roots, started in Jamaica Plain in…read more1984, is a great community event and loads of fun!!! Open to everyone and anyone, as the sun starts to set on two evenings each year, hundreds if not thousands of people gather near the boat house at Jamaica Pond around 5:30pm for live music, hot freshly pressed cider, pastries, and empanadas. Some adults and many children arrive in their Halloween costumes. At 6:30pm the parade begins and continues around the pond with many people carrying lanterns. Lanterns were on sale for $5.00, $10.00, and $15.00 at the event. The lantern I purchased for $5.00 was a decorated two litter soda bottle with a candle glued to the bottom. Apparently there are lantern-making workshops occurring before the event in which you can make your own.

Love this place! The food was so delicious and the service was very attentive to us. We started…read morewith an expresso martini & limoncello spritz which were strong, while still being very tasty. Then for a starter we got the risotto balls with had such great flavor, as well as coming out super fresh. We then went with the cheese pizza, drizzled with some sort of pesto and it was so good, the bottom has great undercarriage with no flop - so crispy! We opted out of dessert because we were too full but they still brought us these gingerbread tasting cookies - nice way to finish! Will most definitely be back soon.

Loved everything about the Via from the ambiance, welcoming staff, friendly customers and of course…read morethe food. This place makes their own bread so pace yourself. The pizzas are spectacular- deep dish style with a thin crust - and the toppings are light and fluffy. I don't know how they do this and the results are spectacular. The flavors simply pop. Try the eggplant appetizer and any of the salads to start. All the pastas are homemade and the pizza- to die for dear readers. Enjoy!

I have not found Boston pizza that compares to NY pizza.. and this was very average…read more My boyfriend got the La Bocca and I got the La Lucca. Pros: great size, fair price, really cool flavor combinations. Cons: not generous with the "fancier" toppings (like the meatballs on my pizza), flavorless crust, too floppy, overwhelming garlic on mine. I think we would give them another chance because I really haven't found any pizza places that impress me here and they are great price and size for sharing.

Absolutely fantastic place! Drove an hour and half from Connecticut to meet my nephew and his…read morehusband there and it was worth it. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is the difficulty in finding a parking space. Service by our waitress; Gracie was awesome... 5 stars!! The food was also fantastic. Started off with a meatball appetizer which was delicious. I also got a very nice Ceaser salad which I very much enjoyed. My Chicken Parm with fresh pasta was also delicious. My wife truly enjoyed her Eggplant Parm and my nephew loved his Citrus Salad with Chicken. His husband also loved his Chicken Parm. We had two orders of complimentary bread. Great vibe! I think I might try the pizza next time.

The Little Italy (North End) Tour was the best food tour I've experienced. Audrey was a dream, and…read moreit was delightful to see how integrated she is to the neighborhood and how much they love her! The pace was great for my mobility issues and each stop was fun and tasty! My husband and I had such a great time - the highlight of our trip to Boston! If you have time, be sure to take this tour with Boston Foodie Tours!

This was my second Boston Foodie Tour and it was every bit as wonderful as the first. Audrey, the…read moreowner and guide, makes the whole experience feel incredibly personal--like spending the day with a friend who knows every hidden gem in the city. She shares fascinating history, insider tips, and takes you to spots where you truly feel like a local. The food was fantastic, the pacing perfect, and the atmosphere warm and welcoming. I'd recommend this tour to anyone, whether it's your first visit or your fifth--you'll leave full and happy every time!

i did the central square mural tour n it was so cool to learn about all the history of the area,…read morethe artworks, n eat a variety of scrumptious food! get for local trying to explore the community more n also visitors

The Harvard Sq. chocolate tour should be more clearly described as a tour of places that sell…read moredesserts containing chocolate. In fact, the tour did not even go to the one actual chocolate shop in Harvard Sq.. (LA Burdick). The tour guide even shared a story about the place which made it even more surprising that it was not included on the itinerary.

Amazing menu with great Italian-American dish options. The portions are great and filling. Parking…read moreis difficult to find in this area so I suggest arriving a few minutes early if you have a reservation. The ambiance is romantic due to the dim lighting and candles. Service was great but slow, we had to look out for the waiter a few times. Nonetheless, I recommend this place if you want a good meal with good company.

Hidden gem!! Cozy vibe - mix of seating options (high tops, tables, booths, & the bar). Attentive…read moreand friendly service. Awesome food!!! Great rotating list of specials and menu is updated seasonally, but continues to keep some core items. Always order the focaccia - you won't regret it. Entrees are all great - pizza, pasta, fish, meat. 10/10!

Gone there for many years...always great!!…read more Excellent menu offering delicious food moderately priced. Only negative is size of room and noise level.

This place has run its course. Twenty years ago it was a gem of Roslindale Sq…read more It's dirty and grimy the rugs are matted down the curtains are old and faded and the windows are dirty. The servers were fine trying to make ends meet by working at the sister restaurant across the street. Sitting behind the maître d' he was giving his political views loud enough we all could hear him. Even when he stepped away he came right back to it. Expressing views that really don't reflect the values of the community. Food, just because it's a large portion doesn't necessarily make it good.