Scoreboard Sports Bar & Grill  Located in the Middlesex Canal Park, next to the Holiday Inn and near the Showcase Cinemas, Scoreboard Sports Bar and Grill is a local favorite.  Woburnites flock to Scoreboard for a brew, a bite to eat and to catch the latest game on one of their many High-Definition Plasma TVs. You can also catch a live music show here too. Scoreboard was remodeled earlier this year and it’s better than ever. So if you are a regular or a newbie, stop by Scoreboard for some eats, some brews and some entertainment. Appetizers – Scoreboard calls their selection of apps “the …

Burton’s Grill The Middlesex Commons Plaza in Burlington has three brand new eateries including Burton’s Grill. This location of a popular local chain opened just a couple of weeks ago and already it’s a hot spot for local diners looking for a fine dining experience. The cooks at Burton’s Grill make everything fresh. Nothing is frozen or preheated and only a handful of options are made that morning. Otherwise everything is made to order. Their menu is small but you can guarantee that everything on it will be the freshest of the fresh when served. Burton’s Grill also has a loyalty program. …

The BAR @ The Restaurant You’ve never seen The Restaurant quite like this before. Woburn’s favorite deli-style restaurant has kicked things up a notch. Just last month, owner Peter Mamakos revealed the new fine dining addition called “The BAR”. Unlike The Restaurant, The BAR has it’s own upscale menu and full bar and table service.  The Restaurant has literally raised the bar with this new fancy addition. So if you are looking for a great dining experience, look no further than an old favorite. Décor – Things look quite different at The Restaurant these days. There are two entrances. The door…

The newest eatery on Mall Road in Burlington is B.Good. This local burger joint chain serves up "real.food.fast" and is dedicated to providing their patrons with fresh food from local farmers and that's processed on site. All the meat for the burgers is ground at the location and doesn't come frozen in pre-formed patties. The sign out front tells you who grinds the meat that day and where the meat comes from. B.Good is the brainchild of friends Anthony and Jon who both wondered why there weren't more restaurants that had healthier fast food options in the area. After much planning, they …

Not Your Average Joe's Overview: Not Your Average Joe's is a local chain of restaurants which serves up unique dishes in a casual environment. Started in 1994, NYAJoes is committed to bringing upscale food to Massachusetts diners at reasonable prices. They are very active in their community and online. They are very active on Facebook as well as Twitter. They also give back by highlighting one non-profit organization each month and giving 15% of each Tuesday night's sales to that charity. NYAJoes is good for your appetite, wallet and soul! Decor: All the NYAJoes locations have a funky decor …

When it comes to dining out, the Woburn area certainly has a lot of options, and choosing the right place, well, that can be a difficult decision. Each week, Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here’s this week’s choice: Papa Razzi – If you’re in the mood for traditional Italian cuisine, look no further than Papa Razzi. Its menu features all the classics from its signature pasta dishes, such as spaghetti with tender veal meatballs tossed with hand-crushed pomodoro sauce, and cavatappi with roasted eggplant, roma tomatoes, smoked mozzarella and …

If dinner time has rolled around and—despite your best intentions to have crafted a hearty, family size dinner for your whole brood—there is nary a dish prepared, head over to Harrows in Reading where ready-to-heat or ready-to-eat chicken pot pies await. Founded back in ’38 and still owned and operated by a family, Harrows cooks each and every chicken overnight and whips up their signature gravy from scratch each day. This temple to comfort food hasn’t changed location or menu in all of its seven decades of existence. Harrows cooks  ‘basic comfort food that has stood the test of time’ says …

Green Basil is a small Thai & Vietnamese Restaurant located on Main Street in the heart of Woburn Center. Primarily known for take-out, the restaurant also has a dining area for those who want sit-down service. Green Basil emphasizes the importance of healthy meals and they offer a lot of low-calorie and healthy options. They also have beloved classics such as Pho, Pad Thai and Fried Rice. All the dishes are made to order from fresh ingredients. It takes a little time so make sure you call ahead or bring a book with you to read while you wait for your meal. All the menu items are available …

TreMonte, an Italian restaurant in Woburn Center, is a popular hot spot for foodies and Woburnites alike who enjoy their Italian cuisine a little more upscale. Run by chef Anthony Contarino, the restaurant has been a staple in Woburn for eight years. Chef Contarino trained as a French chef at Johnson & Wales but was inspired by his Grandma’s Italian home cooked food. TreMonte serves up Italian classics that we are all familiar with while also peppering the menu with fancier fare inspired by the regions of Florence, Naples and Tuscany. On weekend evenings the place gets really busy, so call …

Papa Gino’s is a pizzeria chain that services the Northeast. Woburn has two locations including one at the Woburn Mall as well as one in Horn Pond Plaza near Masa and Whole Foods. Papa Gino’s started in 1968 (although the owners had a pizzeria by another name as early as 1961). The chain is known for their pizza with their secret tomato sauce, as well as pasta, sandwiches, burgers and salads. The Papa Gino’s company also owns the well-known D’Angelo Sandwich Shop chain. Each Papa Gino's location makes it’s own dough fresh every day. The dough is stretched out by hand and you can usually find …

Bickford’s Grille Overview: Bickford’s Grille is a restaurant chain with locations in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. We are lucky to have two in our vicinity; one on Montvale Avenue in Woburn, on the Stoneham line, and one in Burlington on Cambridge Street. Definitely a local favorite, Woburnites flock here to indulge is some good grub. It’s not uncommon to find Bickford’s packed with folks hungry for some Sunday Brunch. Décor: With lots of dark wood, big comfy booths and various dining areas, Bickford’s feels warm and welcoming. It’s always buzzing with activity.  Breakfast: Bring your …

La Posada Restaurante in Arlington is unlike any Mexican restaurant you’ll find in the area. Located on Mass Ave in Arlington Heights, La Posada dishes up authentic Mexican cuisine. You think you’re an expert on Mexican food? Think you’ve tried it all? Think again! Once you eat at La Posada, you’ll look at Mexican cuisine in a whole new way. And, boy, is it worth the trip! The food is hot, fresh and delicious and priced very reasonably. So what are you waiting for? Décor: The restaurant is tiny, but it makes up for it in it is very open and welcoming dining area. The décor is dark and the …

Diner in the Park Overview: Diner in the Park is the newest eatery in Woburn. It’s so new that most folks don’t know about it yet! This is where Bites Nearby on the Woburn Patch comes in.  Diner in the Park serves up breakfast and lunch on weekdays in West Cummings Park off of Washington Street. Owners Jimmy and Mary Katsarikas ran Grecian Yearning in Allston which had been open since 1976 but met an unfortunate end when a fire burned down the restaurant in 2008. That wasn’t the end of the Katsarikas’ restaurant career though. A few years later, they opened up Diner in the Park and started …

Sarku Japan Overview: Sarku Japan is a nationwide franchise that serves up affordable Japanese cuisine at malls across the country. Sarku takes teriyaki and sushi and serves it up like fast food except everything is made to order. The menu is highly customizable so if you want a quick Japanese meal catered to your tasted, Sarku makes the process fast and easy. Sushi snobs turn away! If you are particular about your sushi or teriyaki, don’t come here. However, if you need a fast bite of something Oriental and you don’t mind ranch dressing on your salad or serving yourself soy sauce from a …

Black Horse Tavern (Winchester)   Overview: Black Horse Tavern, located in Winchester's scenic center, is modeled after the original tavern by the same name that served the community from 1724 to 1892. Husband and Wife team James and Kim Covino sought to bring back a tavern in honor of the original Winchester establishment. Only a year old, the new Black Horse Tavern is still brand new but it's Old World style makes it feel like it's been around for much longer. After a morning or afternoon of shopping in Winchester center, make sure you stop by Black Horse Tavern for some pub-style grub …

Bill & Bob's Famous Roast Beef Bill & Bob's Famous Roast Beef is Woburn's guilty pleasure. Situated on Main Street near the Winchester town line, this Woburn eatery is a haven for those who crave paper-thin roast beef, delicious & hot greasy food, creamy milkshakes and the convenience of drive-through ordering. It's a place for people to satisfy their cravings for the finer flavors of fast food. Night owls looking for good grub flock to Bill & Bob's which stays open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 2 am on Friday and Saturday. So if you want to put aside the food journal and …

Woburn Farmer's Market 2011 marks the inaugural year for Woburn's own Farmer's Market. Spence Farm was purchased by the city of Woburn last year in an effort to preserve the land and to use it for the benefit of the community, which includes hosting a farmer's market on the property. Situated on the grounds of Spence Farm on Wyman Street (off of Main Street), the Farmer's Market delights Woburnites with local produce, food, drinks and handmade goods every Sunday from 9 am to 1:30 pm. Open from early June to late October, the Woburn Farmer's Market is a great way to tap into your inner …

Nanabette's in South Woburn is a family-run ice cream shoppe that has been a haven for Woburnites every summer since 2003.  Driving down Main Street on any nice summer day, it's very likely you'll see some folks quickly devouring a Nanabette's ice cream before it melts under the hot sun. Nanabette's is open daily from noon to 9 p.m. during the warm weather months and hours of operation can change depending on the weather. The place is very small and there is limited on-street parking. Order at the window and either take your treat to go or sit at one of their three large picnic tables.   The …

Panera Overview: There is no doubt that the Panera in the Woburn Mall is a local lunch hotspot. At noontime, you’ll find Panera packed with hungry locals enjoying Panera’s sandwiches, soups, salads and pastries. This bakery and café chain has acquired many fans over the years and they are now rewarding loyal customers with their MyPanera reward program. It’s also a safe haven for students and freelancers who connect to Panera’s free WiFi and sip on a drink or munch on a pastry while working. So if you are looking for a spot to grab a quick bite or to meet up with other Woburnites, check out …

Great Mandarin Restaurant Overview: Great Mandarin Restaurant overlooks Four Corners in Woburn from its second story balcony. The restaurant is known among Woburnites for its Luncheon and Dinner Buffets. They serve a variety of cuisines including Mandarin, Hunan, Szechuan and Polynesian. The prices are reasonable, the selections are abundant and the view of Four Corners can’t be beat! Decor: As you enter Great Mandarin, the takeout counter is on your right and you get a fabulous view of the buffet right smack in front of you. There is plenty of seating for dine-in including plush burgundy …