Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston

Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Greater Boston

Red OpenTable logo
OpenTable
Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Greater Boston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Stars at Chatham Bars Inn restaurant
4.5
4.5 (599)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Chatham
About the restaurant
At Stars, enjoy stunning panoramic views of Chatham Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Inspired by the stunning views, our natural surroundings, and the bounty of our farm, we blend regional heritage into modern coastally inspired cuisine. Steeped in history, with Norman Rockwell’s “Spirit of America” hanging above the fireplace, STARS is an experience that will excite all the senses.

By reimagining classic dishes, we honor the legacy of our setting with a menu that embraces the inn’s past and bridges the gap of time.  With an award-winning wine list, genuine hospitality, and personalized service. We invite you to begin your mornings and end your evenings with Cape Cod’s premier dining experience. Breakfast is first-come, first serve. Dinner reservations are highly recommended.


Attire: Resort Evening Attire. For ladies, resort casual. Please no pool or beach attire. For gentlemen, long pants including jeans, collared shirt and proper footwear. Shorts are not

Top review
SteveVIP
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
Overall a good experience with attentive but not over formal service. The crab cake was excellent. The halibut was slightly overcooked. The ice cream was bizarre - sea salt crystals sprinkled on top (which was not in the description). I didn’t eat it.
A photo of Willow & Ivy on Exeter restaurant
4.8
4.8 (35)
$31 to $50
American
Back Bay
About the restaurant
Welcome to Willow & Ivy, a neighborhood eatery located in Boston’s vibrant Back Bay. Our newly renovated space is full of energy, enhanced by lush greenery and beautiful vaulted windows that fill the room with warm, natural light. Whether you enter from charming Exeter Street or through The Lenox lobby, you will be greeted by our smiling staff and the enticing aromas of our locally curated menu. Your table is all set—sit back and enjoy.
Top review
Jamie
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent experience at this newly opened restaurant. The service was amazing and the food was delicious. Our server was knowledgeable and passionate and the owner came to check on us. I will definitely go back next time I am in town.
A photo of The Ocean House Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (6202)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Dennis
About the restaurant
Welcome to The Ocean House, named one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America by OpenTable. Located on a pristine sand dune, our establishment offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, setting an unforgettable backdrop.
Our culinary philosophy blends the freshest New England seafood with Asian fusion inspiration, creating dishes that delight and inspire.
Please note, due to dining room design and fairness, we cannot honor requests for window tables but are committed to providing an exceptional experience at every seat.

We look forward to making your visit extraordinary, whether for a special occasion or a night of unparalleled dining.

Thank you for being our guest!

Top review
Stephen
Dined 5 days ago
A great dinner, the waitress, Kelly, was superb and the food was delightful.
A photo of Pisces Restaurant restaurant
5.0
5 (254)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Chatham
About the restaurant
Pisces Restaurant features coastal cooking with a Mediterranean flair. Our menu is a celebration of all things seasonal featuring mostly Cape Cod's native seafood as well as a variety of non seafood options. This is a Chef owned restaurant that is well know for its light fresh cooking style and a menu that changes often. Favorite dishes include sautéed calamari, lobster corn chowder, risotto, seared rare tuna, cornmeal crusted cod and a killer ribeye steak! Warm rosemary foccacia and famous desserts are made in house. Our carefully selected wine list is designed to compliment our cuisine and offers over 20 wines by the glass, craft and local beers as well as classic and creative cocktails. Local art is carefully displayed throughout the cozy dining room where there is an intimate 7 seat bar. Pisces is open seasonally, so plan to stop in between April and Columbus Day weekend. Reservations are highly recommended and limited as many guests book well in advance.
Top review
DoreenVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent martinis, delicious food and great service
A photo of Sambalos tapas & Bar restaurant
4.8
4.8 (17)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Winthrop
About the restaurant
Welcome to Sambalos, where every dish tells a story and every bite is an adventure! Nestled in the heart of Winthrop, we are dedicated to offering a unique dining experience that blends global cuisines with a local twist.

Our menu features a delightful selection of tapas, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. From the vibrant flavors of Latin America to the comfort of classic American dishes, our offerings cater to every palate. Dive into our customizable tacos, bursting with fresh ingredients and inspired fillings that you won't find anywhere else.

At Sambalos, we believe that food is a universal language, and our innovative fusion of flavors reflects this philosophy. Whether you're stopping by for a casual dinner with friends, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our warm and inviting atmosphere is the perfect backdrop for your culinary adventure.

Join us at Sambalos, where each visit is a taste of the world right here in Winthrop! We can’t wait to welcome you!

Top review
Katherine
Dined 3 days ago
We had the carnitas, calamari and tuna tartare. All was fresh and delicious- the calamari had a nice kick. The coktails were fun and well made. Top it off with friendly service,9 and it is a great addition to Winthrop!
A photo of Pots restaurant
4.9
4.9 (131)
$31 to $50
Chinese
Peabody
About the restaurant
Pots is on OpenTable. Make a reservation today!
We look forward to seeing you

Top review
Iain
Dined on May 17, 2025
Great food and warm service. I loved the presentation of all the ingredients. A touch on the expensive side, but felt worth it for the experience.
A photo of Wusong Road restaurant
4.7
4.7 (707)
$31 to $50
Polynesian
Cambridge
About the restaurant
Wusong Tiki Bar is Cambridge's local tropical Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Famous for our hand-made baos, crab Rangoons and the best Mai Tai in Boston.

Please note if there are no tables available our ground floor bar and 2nd floor bar are available for guests without bookings--subject to availability and during peak hours there may be a queue.

All reservations are for a 90-minute experience, and we kindly ask that you respect the guests who follow.

Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.

Top review
Ana
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience! Ambiente is amazing! Cocktails até funny! Food is very good, great size portions!
A photo of Tosca restaurant
4.9
4.9 (3605)
$50 and over
Italian
Hingham
About the restaurant
Tosca is the flagship restaurant of Eat Well Inc. Open for dinner only, Tosca is located on historic Hingham Harbor and offers creative regional Italian cuisine focusing on fresh New England flavors and local, seasonal ingredients. Constructed in the 1910 Granary Marketplace building, the award-winning restaurant boasts a theatrical setting with exposed brick, imported tiles, mahogany woods, and an open kitchen from which executive chef Divino Costa takes center stage.

Tosca can also provide a setting for business dinners and meetings to weddings and showers to anniversaries and birthdays. Whether you choose the Classic, Rustic look of The Wine Room or the sophisticated, continental flavor of The Salon, it will set the stage for a grand event or intimate celebration Contact Event Manager Kari Buttkus at 781-740-0800 for details.


Top review
Pam
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, warm inviting atmosphere. Perfect place to celebrate a birthday for a 74 year old and his family.
A photo of Pepes Wharf Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2982)
$30 and under
American
Provincetown
About the restaurant
Pepe's Wharf is an iconic seaside restaurant known for its beautiful waterfront views overlooking Provincetown Harbor. We have 2 fantastic decks, with one incredible view of Cape Cod Bay due to our unique location directly on the beach in Provincetown. Pepe's is the place where you can enjoy delicious New England inspired cuisine, or one of our many cocktail creations on our new Upper Deck Bar! Pepes offers a chic and festive P'town experience! Hope to see you soon!
Top review
SuzanneVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Interior design in this place is amazing. Super comfy, coastal goodness. Great views, good food.
A photo of Buca's Tuscan Roadhouse restaurant
4.9
4.9 (708)
$31 to $50
Italian
Harwich Port
About the restaurant
Buca's Tuscan Roadhouse would like to transport you to a favorite trattoria - a little hole in the wall in Tuscany. So, join us, relax, have a glass of wine, a piece of cheese and let your journey begin!
Top review
BillVIP
Dined 3 days ago
The outstanding food is matched by superb service...every time!
Explore Diners' Choice best of Greater Boston
Explore more Diners' Choice lists
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo