23 Best Foodie Towns in Massachusetts and the Best Restaurant in Each

We are lucky to have so many delicious restaurant options in Massachusetts. No matter what cuisine you're looking for, you likely won't have to cross state lines to find it. Our love of food got us thinking: which cities/towns in Massachusetts have THE best food?? So we set out to find out.... on the internet.

We looked at every city and town in Massachusetts, popped them into Tripadvisor, and noted how many eateries in each town had 4 stars or higher. Here come the results! We'll give you the Top 20 Best Foodie Towns in Massachusetts. We'll also give you the top rated restaurant in each city/town as we go along. Sound good? I'm hungry already, grab your forks and let's gooooo!

While we're talkin' food, think you can name the Top 3 most popular Fast Food chains in Massachusetts? Take your best guess then check if you're right by clicking on this big, fat link.

BROCKTON
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 60
Top-Rated Restaurant: JJ's Cafe

FRAMINGHAM
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 64
Top-Rated Restaurant: J&M Diner, Inc.

PITTSFIELD
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 64
Top-Rated Restaurant: Mazzeo's Ristorante

BEVERLY
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 68
Top-Rated Restaurant: Depot Diner

PEABODY
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 68
Top-Rated Restaurant: Petrillo's Italian Kitchen

NANTUCKET
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 72
Top-Rated Restaurant: b-ACK Yard BBQ

FALMOUTH
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 74
Top-Rated Restaurant: Water Street Kitchen

LYNN
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 76
Top-Rated Restaurant: Rossetti Restaurant

HYANNIS
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 77
Top-Rated Restaurant: Daily Paper

WALTHAM
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 79
Top-Rated Restaurant: La Campania

FALL RIVER
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 85
Top-Rated Restaurant: Patti's Pierogis

BROOKLINE
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 87
Top-Rated Restaurant: Barcelona Wine Bar

SALEM
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 91
Top-Rated Restaurant: Village Tavern

NEW BEDFORD
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 93
Top-Rated Restaurant: The Black Whale

LOWELL
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 97
Top-Rated Restaurant: Good Thymes

PLYMOUTH
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 99
Top-Rated Restaurant: KKatie's Burger Bar

NEWTON
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 101
Top-Rated Restaurant: Fiorella's Cucina

SPRINGFIELD
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 101
Top-Rated Restaurant: Theodore's

QUINCY
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 116
Top-Rated Restaurant: Tony's Clam Shop

SOMERVILLE
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 158
Top-Rated Restaurant: Sarma Restaurant

WORCESTER
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 216
Top-Rated Restaurant: Lou Roc's Diner

CAMBRIDGE
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 241
Top-Rated Restaurant: Oleana

BOSTON
# of Restaurants with 4+ Stars: 1,231
Top-Rated Restaurant: Mario's Restaurant