Fodor's Expert Review Red Stripe
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East Side
Lunch
A giant fork hangs outside this neighborhood brasserie in Wayland Square, and the chefs do things big here—from the everything-but-the-kitchen-sink chopped salad to supersize sangrias. The menu is eclectic, but you'll find plenty of Italian- and French-inspired bistro items, including French onion soup, steak frites, rigatoni Bolognese, and mussels prepared six ways and served with hand-cut frites.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Large, varied menu with something to appeal to everyone
- Homemade bread is fabulous
- Lively atmosphere (i.e., noisy)