25 Essential Framingham Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Framingham.
Bertucci's Italian Restaurant
Massachusetts
Kid-friendly chain serving classic Italian meals & pizzas, plus cocktails, wine & beer.
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Massachusetts
Mexican handcrafts decorate this chain serving tacos, enchiladas, margaritas & other classics.
Longfellow's Wayside Inn
Massachusetts
Cozy, antiques-filled rooms in a historic 1707 inn offering a homey restaurant, a bar & a patio.
Casey's Diner
Framingham, Massachusetts
Compact, landmark diner in operation since 1890 serving burgers, breakfast & steamed hot dogs.
Bullfinchs
Framingham, Massachusetts
International cuisine & cocktails in a cozy space, plus a seasonal patio & Sunday jazz brunch.
Saxonville Burrito Company
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Pizza Plus
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Framingham, Massachusetts
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Zaftigs Delicatessen Natick
Framingham, Massachusetts
Contemporary destination serving traditional Jewish cuisine in a homey atmosphere.
Green Leaf Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant
Framingham, Massachusetts
Simple, colorful restaurant specializing in vegan & vegetarian dishes for lunch, dinner & brunch.
Ken's Steak House
Framingham, Massachusetts
The birthplace of the famous Ken’s Dressing, this longtime restaurant features steaks & seafood.
Hanto Restaurant
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Bella Costa
Framingham, Massachusetts
Pasta, small plates & hearty Italian entrees in a warm, casual setting, plus speciality cocktails.
Night Shift Kitchen & Tap Natick
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Onsite services. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom. Payments.
Da Vinci Bistro
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Framingham, Massachusetts
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Lola's Italian Kitchen & Market
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Dudley Chateau
Framingham, Massachusetts
The bar is made from a ship's hull at this enduring haunt featuring pub grub, TVs & water views.
Gianni's Pizza & Sub's Inc
Framingham, Massachusetts
Basic pizzeria offering NY- & Sicilian-style pies, plus calzones, subs & more, with delivery option.
Anthony's on the Green
Framingham, Massachusetts
Service options: Outdoor seating, Drive-through, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Anastasia’s Pizza, Oven And Grill
Framingham, Massachusetts
Easygoing joint offering an extensive menu featuring familiar pizzas, pastas, salads & hot subs.
Station 5 Grille
Framingham, Massachusetts
Local diner turning out down-home American eats for breakfast & lunch in a roomy, casual setting.
The Villa Restaurant
Framingham, Massachusetts
Popular Italian fixture in a no-frills space with large portions, gluten-free options & a kids menu.
Aoi Japanese Restaurant
Framingham, Massachusetts
Japanese eatery serving sushi, ramen & teriyaki dishes in low-key surrounds with a large mural.
Legal Sea Foods - Framingham
Framingham, Massachusetts
Specializing in upmarket seafood, this contemporary chain also serves steaks & cocktails.