Local 149 is a gastropub in South Boston. It’s not a great place, but it’ll do.

Roza Lyons is a nice little drinking spot on East Broadway in South Boston.

Moonshine 152 is a great little restaurant in South Boston that serves Asian-ish street food.

Vee Vee is an American restaurant in Jamaica Plain that’s in the running for the award of “JP-est restaurant,” which is a good thing.

Rosebud is an American spot in Davis Square with a nice bar area and some good pie.

Spoke is a tiny wine bar in Davis Square with small plates that make it worthy of going to even if you don’t like wine.

Audubon is a gastropub in Fenway with a great back yard.

The Plough And Stars is a small, comfortable pub with live music, burgers, and a literary pedigree in Central Square.

Mamaleh's is an excellent Jewish deli and sit-down restaurant in Kendall Square .

Cornish Pasty is a tiny Back Bay pub that serves savory English pies.

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

Yume Wo Katare is a popular ramen place in Cambridge where you’ll be urged to share your dreams after the meal.

Democracy Brewing is a Downtown Crossing brewpub with a menu of snack-type foods.

Saltie Girl is a small, excellent seafood restaurant in Back Bay with a fun bar.

Kava Neo Taverna is a tiny South End Greek restaurant that serves a lot of food you’ll think is perfect.

The Salty Pig serves pizza and substantial charcuterie and cheese boards across the street from the Back Bay train station.