Editors’ Choice
The Bancroft, Burlington
Standout Qualities: A variety of intimate seating arrangements with a modern flair can suit anything from sensitive negotiations to a casual get-to-know-you meal.
Insider Tip: The Coravin wine list enables tastes of bucket-list tipples. Impress your companion by ordering a glass of something rare.
What’s Unique: A power steak house atmosphere with a surprising number of lighter offerings.
15 Third Ave., Burlington, 781-221-2100, the-bancroft.com
Readers’ Choice
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, Lynnfield
Fun Fact: Owner Steve DiFillippo, who grew up in Lynnfield, wrote a book called It’s All About the Guest: Exceeding Expectations in Business and in Life, the Davio’s Way—a paean to running his successful restaurant group and having a good time while doing it.
1250 Market St., Lynnfield, 781-944-4810, davios.com/lynnfield