AVILA MODERN MEDITERRANEAN
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-267-4810
   
One Charles Street South, 617-267-4810. Enjoy flavors of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Greece with a modern flair. The menu includes small plates of cod fritters, fried cheese and chicken livers, appetizers of tuna ceviche, onion soup and watercress salad, as well as the finest quality all natural beef and fresh seafood entrees, with breads, desserts and ice creams made fresh daily. L, D, C. See locator #1 on boston map.

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BIN 26 ENOTECA
Location: Beacon Hill
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-723-5939
   
26 Charles St., 617-723-5939. Inspired by Italian restaurants known for pairing delicious foods with flavorful wines, this upscale neighborhood eatery serves delicious Mediterranean fare made with fresh ingredients either imported from Italy or delivered from local farms. Signature dishes include ethereal cocoa tagliatelle with porcini and beef carpaccio with aged parmesan and arugala. Mon–Thu noon–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 5:30–10 p.m.

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DANTE
Location: Cambridge
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: yes
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-497-4200
   
40 Edwin H. Land Blvd, Cambridge, 617-497-4200. Chef Dante de Magistris dishes out playful, rich fare with Italian, French and Spanish influences. The sophisticated eatery boasts a seasonal patio and gorgeous views of the Charles River and the Boston skyline. B Mon–Fri 6:30–10:30 a.m., Sat & Sun 7–11 a.m.; L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 5:30–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sat & SB 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

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MAURIZIO’S
Location: North End
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-367-1123
   
364 Hanover St., 617-367-1123. Casual, intimate, understated—serving some of the best Mediterranean cuisine in Boston. Enjoy fresh fish from the grill, roasted rack of lamb with rosemary and garlic in a chianti sauce as well as chef/owner Maurizio’s favorite pasta dishes. D Sun-Thu 5-10 p.m., Fri-Sat ‘till 10:30. L Sat 12-3p.m., Sun 11a.m.-2:30 p.m.. Reservations accepted. www.mauriziosboston.com.

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OLIVES
Location: Charlestown
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-242-1999
   
10 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-1999. Celebrity chef Todd English got his start with this local eatery, and the Charlestown flagship restaurant is still the unparalleled king of his endeavors. Sample English’s multi-layered, ingredient rich, pan-Mediterranean creations. D.

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RUSTIC KITCHEN
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-423-5700
   
Park Square, 210 Stuart St., 617-423-5700. This lively and classic Italian-Mediterranean bistro combines a distinctive award-winning menu with a comfortable, inviting and attractive rustic atmosphere. All breads, pastas and desserts are prepared fresh daily on the premises. Pre-theatre menu, three private dining rooms, garden lounge and weekly cooking classes are available. L 12 noon–4 p.m.; D 4 p.m.–10 p.m..; SB 12 p.m.–9 p.m. C, LS, VP. $$

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