Food Scene
Newton's Nectar
87 Union StreetBest home made muffins: exotic flavors; same block as the T
Great home made, gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches. large portions, reasonable, eat in or out. 15 minute walk to/from house.
New England Soup Factory
244 Needham StGreat home made, gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches. large portions, reasonable, eat in or out. 15 minute walk to/from house.
Panera Bread
120 Highland AveWonderful Chineses restaurant. 10 minute walk to/from house.
Great vegetarian and vegan menu. Full bar great food. 10 minute walk to/from house
10 locals recommend
Walnut Grille
1203 Walnut StGreat vegetarian and vegan menu. Full bar great food. 10 minute walk to/from house
Everything Else
15 minutes to longwood medical area;
30 minutes to Back Bay;
40 minutes to Government Center Freedom Trail
45 minutes to South Station (Amtrack and China town Buses
Newton Highlands
15 minutes to longwood medical area;
30 minutes to Back Bay;
40 minutes to Government Center Freedom Trail
45 minutes to South Station (Amtrack and China town Buses
Drinks & Nightlife
neighborhood Irish pub; full bar; separate dining room; better than average pub food.
10 locals recommend
O'Hara's Food & Spirits
1185 Walnut Stneighborhood Irish pub; full bar; separate dining room; better than average pub food.
Arts & Culture
Lake swimming; changing rooms & showers 15 minute walk to/from house. I purchase 2 badges every summer.
13 locals recommend
Crystal Lake Beach
30 Rogers StLake swimming; changing rooms & showers 15 minute walk to/from house. I purchase 2 badges every summer.