Jamaica Plain

This neighborhood, often referred to as JP, boasts of more green space than any other in Boston. Rolling hills, botanical gardens, a pond...

In the center of Hyde Square, Velouria Espresso hides next door to a beauty salon a few doors down from Video Underground. The coffee her...

Brendan Behan Pub is small, crowded and dark, and the atmosphere is as Irish as you can get without boarding a plane. Live Irish music "s...

Milky Way Lounge attracts a diverse crowd and offers diverse entertainment. Saturday is Latin night; if you arrive early take a salsa les...

This large pond was carved out by glaciers during the last Ice Age. Unusually deep and cold, Jamaica Pond is linked via underground chann...

Learn the history of the Boston Beer Company, brewer of Sam Adams beer, since its beginnings in 1984. Have you ever wondered how the brew...

There are many coffee shops and bakeries to choose from in Jamaica Plain. Others have seating and more full-meal choices for the most par...

This sleek bistro, with a full service bar, sets the mood with low lighting that casts a romantic feel. Chez Henri has an eclectic Cuban-...

If you've walked past Costello's and thought it looked small and grimy, with the stingy sign outside, and the slightly closed-off front e...

One of Brookline Village's greatest attractions is this wonderful store and theatre—Puppet Showplace Theatre, which features fantastic pu...

Zon's quiet glow spills out onto Perkins Street in the heart of Hyde Square. The location makes it a great spot to grab a bite before hea...

Upon first entering Sorella's, it appears to be tiny, with barely room for a four-top. The formica table tops, basic diner chairs, and so...

If the brilliance of the name (say it out loud to yourself now: "Food"…"Wall"…yeah) isn't enough for you, the delicious cheap greasiness...

Experience some good food from El Salvador. In particular, try the pupusa. A national snack in this Central American country, the Pupusa...

This pizzeria has quirky lights and hand painted plates. Create your own custom pie by starting with a Simple Simon (sauce and cheese) an...

Bummed by the Saturday morning line at Sorella's? Head across Centre Street to June Bug Café, where the line is short...

Having been redone in 2006, El Oriental de Cuba is shiny and new, but is more of a ply-board-booth kind of place than a plush-seating one...

Alchemist started off with a magic trick in 2006–transforming from a grungy dive bar into a hip restaurant and lounge that offers comfort...

Head to Jackson Square for Mexican food at Tacos El Charro that has gained an almost cult-like following among young Jamaica...

An intimate restaurant with high quality food and an inviting atmosphere, Ten Tables offers a small taste of downtown in Jamaica Plain. D...