These Massachusetts restaurants are big on flavor…and tiny on square footage. You don’t need acres of dining space or hundreds of tables to craft a delicious dining experience. All you need is heart and commitment to your guests, which is what these tiny restaurants across the Bay State have in abundance. These cozy restaurants only have a few seats each, so you know that your food is getting all the attention it deserves. Check out our picks for the best teeny tiny eateries around.
1. Peg's Diner, Whitinsville
There are only four tables and a handful of counter stools in this retro diner, but the old-fashioned comfort food is worth the lack of elbowroom. Try the luscious western omelettes, rich banana cream pies and hearty egg salad sandwiches. (87 Church Street, Whitinsville)
2. Krua Thai, Buzzards Bay
From the outside, this place looks more like a utility shed than a restaurant. Step inside, however, and you'll be bathed in the spicy scent of delicious and authentic Thai food. There's only seating for a handful of people, so Krua Thai is mainly a pick-up spot. Try the Tom Kah coconut soup, or the crab rangoons with sweet and sour sauce. (100 Main Street, Buzzards Bay)
3. Mike and Patty's, Boston
You might not expect to such a delicious restaurant stuffed into the corner of a quiet residential block. Your best bet here is to go with one of the simple but mouthwatering breakfast sandwiches, such as the Gualetiere (pictured above). (12 Church Street, Boston)
4. Jack's Hot Dog Stand, North Adams
This hot dog shop is teeny – there are only about eight stools available – but you'll get tasty, hot and fresh hot dogs in a retro atmosphere for wicked affordable prices. (12 Eagle Street,
North Adams)
5. The Red Sugar Cafe, Wakefield
This is another Thai food stop that delivers amazing grub in a tiny package. The Red Sugar Cafe is family-owned and operated, which means the food is authentic and made with care. Try the spicy rangoons for a kick of heat and plenty of flavor. (24 Vernon Street, Wakefield)
6. Bunz Burgers, Ipswich
This place is definitely off the beaten path, but it’s hard to overstate how yummy their burger creations are. Bunz is BYOB, which helps make up for the fact their dining room is extremely cozy. Everything is always fresh, and the portions will leave you more than satisfied. Bunz is a North Shore gem. (20 Mitchell Road, Ipswich)
7. Pit Stop Barbeque, Mattapan (Morton Village)
The portions here more than make up for the restaurant's tiny footprint. Be prepared for hearty, simple and melt-in-your-mouth smoked meats and country-style sides. (888A Morton Street,
Mattapan)
8. Carl's Steak Subs, Waltham
Big subs, big flavor, tiny shop. This place is mainly a take-out joint, but there are several small tables available for those who want to stick around. Once you try one of their sandwiches, you might want to be close by to order seconds. (55 Prospect Street, Waltham)
9. Tiny's Restaurant, Ayer
This "greasy spoon" style restaurant has a name that says it all. What it's lacking in space, it more than compensates for in classic, flavorful comfort food. Tiny's offers a selection of draft beers that perfectly complement their tasty burgers. (2 Groton School Road,
Ayer)
10. Eat, Springfield
Eat sort of looks like what would happen if someone opened a restaurant in their living room. It's cozy, homey and oozes charm. The stand-out creation here? Definitely their chicken and waffles. (609 Page Blvd.
Springfield)
11. Dave's Fresh Pasta, Somerville
Dave's Fresh Pasta is much more than meets the eye. Of course, they do have plenty of fresh pasta. But they also have some of the freshest and tastiest sandwiches in town, as well as a charming gourmet grocery selection and wine shop. Grab a seat at one of two tables inside, or sit outside and do some people-watching. (81 Holland Street,
Somerville)
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