Oishii in the South End is a great omakase spot that’s perfect for when you can’t get into O Ya.

No Relation is a secret sushi counter inside of a South End tiki bar that’s also kind of a secret.

Zuma is a high-end izakaya in the Back Bay.

The tasting counter is a pricy but excellent tasting menu place inside Aeronaut Brewery in Somerville.

Moo is a fancy steakhouse in Beacon Hill.

Asta is a good but pricey fine dining place in Back Bay that's surprisingly casual.

Duozo is a decent high-end sushi place in Back Bay.

Ostra is a fancy Mediterranean seafood restaurant in Back Bay.

Pabu is a sleek izakaya on the second floor of the Millennium Tower downtown.

Sorellina is a pricey Italian restaurant in Back Bay.

Benedetto is a high-end Italian restaurant in Harvard Square

You won’t find better sushi in Boston than at O Ya.

Craigie On Main is an upscale French restaurant in Central Square that’s great for special occasion dinners.

The Hungry I is one of Boston’s most beautiful restaurants, serving solid French food in Beacon Hill.

Bogie’s Place is a speakeasy steakhouse in downtown.

Yvonne’s is a fancy American restaurant in Downtown Crossing.