For the Family in Boston

Tavern in the Square

American fare, draft beers, patio seats & TV sports are on tap at this casual local chain.

Boston, MA|4

Taqueria El Amigo

Lively eatery turning out traditional Mexican specialties in a small, utilitarian space.

Waltham, MA|5

Bull Run Restaurant

Cozy tavern & music venue in a 1740 building serves up hefty plates of farm-fresh American fare.

Shirley, MA|5

Bowling Alley

Town Line Luxury Lanes

Aside from nearly 50 lanes, this bowling alley has a big pool hall, arcade & eats at a bar/lounge.

Malden, MA|4

Applebee's Grill + Bar

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

Milford, MA|4

Wicked Craft Co.

Sandwiches, cocktails & craft beers served in an easygoing, plant-filled hangout with a terrace.

Ice Cream Shop

J.P. Licks

Local chain known for its signature flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt, plus house-roasted coffee.

Vaka Restaurant

Lawrence, MA|4

The Bowery Bar

Comfort food, weekend brunch & seasonal cocktails offered in a vintage-style bar that has a patio.

Pizza restaurant

Brewer's Fork

Craft draft beers, cider, cocktails & wood-fired chow is served at this rustic, atmospheric hangout.

Park

Norman B. Leventhal Park

Pleasant city-center park with a garden trellis & walk-through sculptural fountain.

Salvatore's

Contemporary Italian chain serving casual eats, including hand-tossed pizza, in sophisticated digs.

Lawrence, MA|4

Park

Red Rock Park

Lynn, MA|5

Ice Cream Shop

The Scoop N Scootery

Open limited hours, this ice creamery dishes up sundaes with unusual flavors & toppings.

Arlington, MA|5

Movie Theater

Coolidge Corner Theatre

Opened in 1933, this landmark venue features indie & art-house films, sing-alongs & other events.

Brookline, MA|5

Tourist Attraction

Long Wharf

Turner's Seafood Grill & Seafood Market, Melrose, MA

Nautical-themed family-owned seafood outpost with old-school oyster bar, plus fish market.

Melrose, MA|5

Sunset Cantina

Fun, casual spot for Mexican bar bites, margaritas, large draft beer selection & 200-plus tequilas.

Boston, MA|4

Botanical Garden

The Butterfly Place

Regional & tropical butterflies, birds & koi fish housed in an indoor garden with a walking path.

Westford, MA|5

Tourist Attraction

Boston Common Frog Pond

A spray pool in summer & outdoor ice-skating rink in winter, with a snack bar & carousel.