Boston Top 10

While I'm still getting the site caught up with my recent Boston excursion, I thought that I would post my top 10 Boston restaurants with some of my quick thoughts on each:

1. No. 9 Park- Oustanding food, service, and location right on the Boston Common. For a true sampling, indulge in the multi-course lunch tasting menu without breaking your bank account.
   
2. Hamersley's Bistro - Killer new American food marked by extremely bold and powerful flavors (don't miss Gordon's signature chicken entree)
   
3. The Federalist - Oustanding service, gourgeous decor, imense wine list, and an outstanding brunch menu.
   
4. Blue Ginger - True Asian fusion and truly unique dishes (don't miss the foie gras shumai or butterfish).
   
5. Fugakyu - Best selection of maki I've ever seen (including extensive use of fruit such as mango, pineapple, etc.)
   
6. East Coast Grill - Best seafood in Boston (don't miss the swordfish or killer drinks).
   
7. Elephant Walk - French and Cambodian restaurant offers excellent food and and excellent value with multiple dinner prix fixes.
   
8. Franklin Café - Excellent New American bar / restaurant. Despite its small size, loud dining room, and long waiting times, the food more than makes up for it (don't miss the sauteed calamari)
   
9. Brown Sugar - Thai restaurant whose menu size beats most diners. Spicy dishes are served as they should be, with plenty of heat when requested.
   
10. The Helmand - Outstanding Afghani food served in an upscale restaurant with good service.