Harnetts Homeopathy & Body Care
Neighborhood: Harvard Square

47 Brattle St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Heather Q. writes: You know all of those cutesy, organic, hip products you read reviews of , think you should try, and promptly forget about?  They're all at Harnetts.  Go and refresh your memory.    Be careful browsing, you'll find more impulse items than staples.

Skampa
Neighborhood: East Cambridge

424 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02141

Jake M. writes: Swoon...  When the woman at the counter calls me honey, I go weak in the knees, I start to stutter, my forehead gets clammy, my arms get all goosepimply, and I'm sure my face turns beet red. What can I say? I'm a sucker for Albanian accents.

I must…

Goodwill Stores
Neighborhood: Central Square

520 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: Promise not to tell the hipster girls that hog all the sweet vintage everything, but in the back by the household goods there are four racks of amazing purses.

I bought 8, no joke. One gorgeous maroon leather Etienne Aiger, a Champagne quilted,…

Hollywood Express
Neighborhood: Porter Square

1740 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138

Lauren E. writes: So here's the thing.  It's a small store but they have a good selection, and the staff is what makes Hollywood Express special.  The manager has an extennnnnsive knowledge of movies, and have you ever been in a Blockbuster where the staff is actually…

Zona Photographic Laboratories

561 Windsor Street
Somerville, MA 02143

JJ G. writes: One of the last of a dying breed, Zona Photo Labs will be closing its doors forever on Friday, April 14.
After 19 years of delivering top quality work the increase in digital imaging and ink jet printers have driven them out of business.
I know I will…

Qingping Gallery Teahouse
Neighborhood: South End

231 Shawmut Ave
Apt 1
Roxbury, MA 02118

Lacey P. writes: Pure magic. This is one of those places you wish you could sleep in.  They used to have squishy couches, I don't know if they still do.  In the summer they have red bean popsicles.  When you walk in the person working is always very nice.  I like to…

Moody's Falafel Palace
Neighborhood: Central Square

25 Central Sq
Cambridge, MA 02139

Ligaya T. writes: Mooooody's.
Any time you may be hungry.
Mooooody's.
Any time you need a friend.
Mooooody's.
Any time you're out from under.

Not getting served, not getting fresh.
Too long over the fryolater.
Keepin' their headsets on.
Making your wrap without looking.

Two am…

University Grill & Pizza

712 Commonwealth Ave
#2
Boston, MA 02215

Tom E. writes: "What can I get you buddy/honey?" - the guy who takes most of the orders at this BU stalwart is considered charming by some and annoying to others. I personally don't mind him. Calling me buddy is fine - it'll be interesting if he ever calls me honey…

Venu

100 Warrenton St
Boston, MA 02116

Jeffrey H. writes: **GAY LATIN WEDNESDAYS**

Every Wednesday this club hosts Boston's gay Latin night. I had the opportunity to attend this weekly event with my half Cuban friend last week the night before Thanksgiving. Wouldn't ya know--I'm the whitest person ever.

We…

Sugar Heaven
Neighborhood: Back Bay

218 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Mike P. writes: "If you want to view paradise, simply look around and view it!" Willy Wonka didn't lie when he sang about candy transporting the eater to a euphoric, utopian state. Although, his Chocolate Factory was riddled with Oompa Loompas, whereas here at sugar…

Anna's Taqueria
Neighborhood: Davis Square

236 Elm Street
Somerville, MA 02143

Damien S. writes: "Next!"
Um, I guess I'll have the Super Chicken with black beans and...
What? Done already? But all I have is this change I found in my couch...
That covers it? Really? I bet it tastes like sh...
Yum.

Truffles Fine Confections
Neighborhood: Back Bay

800 Boylston St Ste 47
Boston, MA 02199

fERNANDA m. writes: Good Selection.

Variety of Truffles, chocolate bars, hard candies, gum...  there is hand dipped strawberry. It's  better  priced then all the neighborhood competitors...
The sugar free selection is fantastic!!! lots of variety and at great price for…

BosTix
Neighborhood: Back Bay

650A Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Noelle J. writes: My seats were hardly even "OBSTRUCTED," like the stamp that was smacked on it stated in big, bold letters. Right across the face of the ticket.

If you intend to give tickets to the Blue Man Group as a gift, and you hit up a Bostix kiosk in order to…

Oasis Brazilian Restaurant

373 Main St
Medford, MA 02155

Ligaya T. writes: Remember your first true love? The one that not only set the standard, but raised the bar? And you wonder if you'll ever be so smitten with anything again? Such is my romance with Oasis. It my virgin experience with Brazilian food and fresh into my…

Luiz Salon Hairstyling
Neighborhood: Back Bay

164 Newbury Street
Second Floor
Boston, MA 02116

Casey B. writes: In NYC, where i am from, eyebrow threading only costs $7 and can be found all over but in Boston, i was happy to find Fahane at Luiz salon.  At $20 (well worth it) she does a great job and is so nice... unlike most she listened to my requests and…

Yankee Lobster Fish Market
Neighborhood: Waterfront, South Boston

300 Northern Ave
Boston, MA 02210

Ligaya T. writes: Thank the lord for Family Guy. Because if it wasn't for that show I wouldn't have been able to pronounce and effectively order the most amazing stuffed quahog (ko-hog) ever to be eaten by (wo)man.

Walk through the door and the salivation effect…

Tip Top Thai
Neighborhood: Teele Square

1127 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02144

Jake M. writes: Consider Pad Ki Mao, the Thai menu's eternally unjustly accused reprobate, condemned as crazy, or drunk, or crazily drunk, or drunkenly crazy. But it's not his fault! Tip Top Thai rightly assigns blame where it's due: because, you see, here, it is…

Billy's Famous Roast Beef

1291 Main Street
Wakefield, MA 01880

Rachel L. writes: Awesome roast beef sandwiches. I work right down the street and usually end up going here once a week for lunch. I always get it with sauce and cheese. The bbq sauce is the perfect blend of spicy and tangy. There is a few booths and some counter…

European Car Doctors
Neighborhood: Fenway

61 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215

AJ R. writes: You want an honest good old Italian mechanic who's been around for years? Carmin at ECD is true find. Located in the back right hand side of the big open parking lot at Fenway Park (behind Boston Beer Works). This guy will not rip you off or charge…

Whale Watch at New England Aquarium
Neighborhood: Financial District, Waterfront

23 Purchase St
Boston, MA 02110

Jennifer D. writes: I have lived in the area for the vast majority of my life, but I can only remember going on 1 whale watch. So, I was looking for stuff to do on my week off from work and I decided to go on a whale watch. I looked on Yelp and the aquarium one got the…

Petro Plus / Pro Tech Automotive

205 Willow Street
Waltham, MA 02454

Jane B. writes: I used to live around the corner from this place, but now go out of my way to get gas here. It's full service and their staff acutally wash your windows while you're gassing up! It's got a flavor of old school gas stations where a swarm of men would…

The Salon at 10 Newbury
Neighborhood: Back Bay

10 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Michelle D. writes: Arwen is a fantastic esthetician.  I love the services she provides.  I've always found her to know EXACTLY what I need.  If you're looking for someone to molly-coddle you, you won't get it here.  You will get honest answers and perfection.  …

Bellagio Hair and Skin Care

1 Henshaw Street
Brighton, MA 02135

Kate S. writes: I only go here for my waxings, and they do a great job.
I forget the name of the waxing girl, but she is very thorough and gentle and makes the whole thing easy as pie.

Fresh Taste of Asia

118 Washington Street
Salem, MA 01915

Bridget D. writes: "Why are you unwrapping your sushi rolls?" I asked my small sister as I watched her unroll and gingerly pick out the salmon and cream cheese from her philadelphia maki while leaving the nori behind.

"Sorry, I will tell you after we eat," she replied…

Lightwave Tattoo & Body Piercing

880 Broadway
Saugus, MA 01906

Ellen W. writes: I'm so glad to be writing a review for Lightwave, because seriously... no where else even compares. Everyone who works for this business is friendly, helpful and above all down to earth. I have been going to Natan Lin for now four years and he is in…

Foodland
Neighborhood: Porter Square, North Cambridge

2234 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140

Nausheen M. writes: This grocery store sells all kinds of Bangladeshi, Indian/ Pakistani goodies.  The owner is very friendly and will often go out of his way to help.  He is always greeting his customers with a big smile and in some instances I have seen him carrying…

Vecchia-Roma

398 Watertown St
Newton, MA 02458

Jenn C. writes: Yum, Yum, Yum! The dishes are all creative and classic at the same time. They have plenty of vegetarian dishes to choose from as well as meat and seafood. The gnocci was cooked perfectly as were the ravoli, again, YUM! We didn't have dessert but the…

Panificio
Neighborhood: Back Bay

61 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Laura M. writes: The restaurant aspect of this Panificio is somewhat lacking compared to the cheaper and somewhat more varied offerings in Beacon Hill. Still, the baked goods are where they shine, and I was quite impressed by the apple pie I had with my cup of…

Amy McGaraghan, MD

Center for Women, Mount Auburn Hospital
330 Mount Auburn St
Cambridge, MA 02138

Michelle K. writes: Dr. McGaraghan has an amazing "beside manner" - which is exactly what  matters when you're discussing your most intimate parts and practices with a stranger. First off, the Center for Women was very accomodating in squeezing in an appointment last…

Ristorante Molise

464 Main Street
Wakefield, MA 01880

Felecia C. writes: I hardly ever eat in Italian restaurants, but Molise has served me so well over the years.  Family owned and operated, this Wakefield restaurant serves quality Italian in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.  Having eaten there several times, I've been…

Rodney's Bookstore
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

1362 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02446

Iska B. writes: Smaller then the one in Central Square but just as cool and with a completely decent selection. Every time I go to either one  I end up buying something that I've wanted for awhile but never wanted to pay for. The quality is always impressive, most…

Boston College Club
Neighborhood: Financial District

100 Federal St
36th Floor
Boston, MA 02110

Jane B. writes: Had a corporate holiday party here. Besides the fact that we had an open bar (*wink*), the location was picture-perfect. Gorgeous views of Boston at night, 180 degrees around (from the room we were in). The decor was nice and the staff was rather…

Pho Viet's
Neighborhood: Allston/Brighton

1095 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02228

Tom E. writes: A few months back I had a cold - poor little me - and what I really craved was a big bowl of Pho. A friend at work told me "Go to the Pho place in the Super 88 - they have the best fuckin Pho in town". So off I set for lunch, and I wasn't…

Brookline Public Library: Coolidge Corner Branch
Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

31 Pleasant Street
Brookline, MA 02446

Erin G. writes: I just joined the library, my mother will be so proud!  Frankly I needed a place to study that was ideally not located anywhere near my bed, because i always end up napping instead of concentrating. Coolidge Corner saves again!  it is very small, so…

Cambridge Athletic Club
Neighborhood: Kendall Square/MIT, East Cambridge

215 1st St
Cambridge, MA 02142

e p. writes: This gym is huge and never cramped, the equipment is up to date and many of the cardio machines have their own tv moniters (with cable), and the staff is really professional.  Take personal training sessions with Ben and yoga classes with Bill.  You…

Mansfield Country Store

26 Otis St
Mansfield, MA 02048

laurie s. writes: My childhood consisted of memories of riding in the back-seat of my parents car with my sister in anticipation of the Old Country Store as we called it. Recently went back and loved it still The fudge and candy is unbeatable. The pickles are the best…

Fabric Place

136 Howard St
Framingham, MA 01702

claude V. writes: In regards to review that car was towed.  They do not tow a car unless they observe the occupants leaving the property and not entering the store.  This is a downtown lot and is abused by shoppers not intending to shop at Fabric Place.  If Janet was…

Monroe Salt Works
Neighborhood: Back Bay

10 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02116

Yihwa H. writes: A great gift store, full of random knick knacks. It's nicely laid out, the staff are friendly, and it's really nice to browse the racks fill with fun, unique stuff. The reason why I've knocked off one star because it's another of those stores filled…

Machine
Neighborhood: Fenway

1254 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02215

Melissa C. writes: Um, I was confused. You see, I went here thinking it was a gay bar, and it is a gay bar. I was feeling a little down and I thought, I have to get smashed, look at hot guys, and NOT accidentally take something home. A gay bar is basically perfect for…

Seams

152R Main St
Rte 1A
Wenham, MA 01984

Alicia D. writes: sar-tor-a-phob-i-a: n. 1. the fear of being dressed like everyone else, of being caught wearing the same frock as your Aunt Tillie at Joe and Carrie's wedding.  2. The morbid terror of someone approaching you at a social event and shrieking, "I saw…