Celeb-Rated: Jay Murray
By Eric Grossman, Boston Editor
Chef Jay Murray, when not manning the kitchen of the acclaimed steakhouse Grill 23, is an avid diner-about-town. Check out his favorite spots in Boston and beyond.
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Rendezvous Central Square
502 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA
"The Sunday prix fixe dinner is a fantastic deal, and Steve Johnson is a terrific host. This kitchen makes food taste like it should." -
Eastern Standard
528 Commonwealth Ave (Hotel Commonwealth), Boston, MA
"Here's my new favorite brunch spot. What great energy, and the cured salmon is perfect." -
Summer Shack
149 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge, MA
"As a parent, you have to love this place. And it's not just about seafood: They have the best buffalo wings in town." -
Whole Foods Market
400 Cambridge Rd, Woburn, MA
"There's nowhere better for a quick lunch with the kids. Have the pizza, then follow it up with a Christopher Norman apricot-basil truffle." -
TaQueria La Mexicana
247 Washington St, Somerville, MA
"Some of the only Mexican food around that doesn't seem geared to the college crowd. True flavors, perfectly seasoned and no grilled broccoli!" -
Sel de la Terre
255 State St, Boston, MA
"The charcuterie, alone, keeps me coming back for more, but I've had nothing but good experiences here."
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Porter House New York
10 Columbus Cir, 4th Fl, New York, NY
"What a gorgeous room -- I could eat here every night. And Michael Lomonaco couldn't be a more charming host." -
Tomoe Sushi
172 Thompson St, New York, NY
"You'll get just what you expect from a top sushi spot: Fresh fish and perfectly seasoned rice." -
Bouchon Bakery
10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY
"Thomas Keller may be known for the French Laundry, but he should also be known for his homemade pop tarts." -
Bistro Jeanty
6510 Washington St, Yountville, CA
"I just have appetizers, but I could go again and again. Try the duck rillettes, rabbit terrine and escargots."
