Your guide to the food and drink at Time Out Market Boston

Eastern Mediterranean

The South End favorite—whose name derives from an Armenian expression of love—crafts colorful Eastern Mediterranean dishes. From the crave-worthy mezze and flavorful wraps to its filling bowls, anoush’ella uses only the freshest, most authentic ingredients.

Signature dish: Chicken za’atar wrap

Founded in 1995 by Ron Stoloff, Chris Janowski and Geoff Janowski, Blue Ribbon BBQ has brought the South to the North with its authentic flavors and smoking techniques. With locations throughout Greater Boston, they have gained a loyal following amongst barbecue lovers. Everything is cooked low and slow to ensure a tender, juicy bite. It is clear that the team has spent years around the fire pits perfecting their recipes. 

Roast Beef and Lobster Rolls

You’ll be cussing at the moon when forced to pick between the critically lauded lobster rolls and mouthwatering roast beef sandwiches at Cusser’s. The kitchen is inspired by the popular roast beef and seafood shacks that dot the North Shore, and their gourmet interpretations of comforting classics will forever change the way you view sliced beef on a bun (here, the sammies are made with rare, all-natural wagyu and decadent toppings). Don't forget to round out your order with a lobster roll (hot or cold), plus crispy onion rings or hand-cut fries.

Signature dish: Lobster roll

Modern sushi

James Beard Award-winning chef Tim Cushman and his wife, advanced sake Professional Nancy Cushman, are the talents behind one of Boston’s most decorated, and expensive, restaurants: o ya. With gogo ya at Time Out Market Boston, the Cushmans have democratized their approach to world-class, Japanese-inspired fare by offering affordable dishes full of technique and flavor. Crispy nori tacos—filled with everything from soy-braised shiitake and hon shimeji mushrooms to torched salmon teriyaki—are the main draw. However, this spot also offers a selection of classic maki and hand rolls that will surely satisfy.

Handcrafted pizza

Lala’s Neapolitan-ish Pizza was founded in early-2021 during the height of the pandemic, when Boston bars and breweries were required to sell food alongside alcohol and searching for a delicious option. Founder Conor Cudahy had been working on a dough recipe for years and decided to open a mobile kitchen, finally offering the people of Boston his tasty pizzas. While we know that you will love any of their creations, we hear that the “Molly's Vice”, made with mozzarella, oregano, shiitake mushroom, bacon and red onion is a must-try.

Signature dish: Margherita pizza

Italian kitchen

With restaurants spanning the East Coast, Michael Schlow has made a name for himself in Boston and beyond. Find the James Beard Award winner's repertoire of simple, honest dishes, such as his famous meatballs, and soul-warming pastas at his home-style Italian kitchen.

Signature dish: Nonna's meatballs

Asian chicken dishes

James Beard Award-winning chef Tim Cushman and advanced sake professional Nancy Cushman—the culinary power couple behind o ya and Hojoko—bring you this colorfully-named eatery. Specializing in delicious poultry preparations with a Japanese twist, this spot offers stellar dishes like the spicy chicken and dumpling noodle soup (made with an insanely flavorful 48-hour bone broth), and karaage chicken and waffle fries with miso maple syrup.

Signature dish: Chicken and dumplings

Burgers

You'll be the talk of the table when you introduce your foodie friends to these juicy, hefty burgers crafted by Chef Nina Festekjian of anoush'ella. Chef Nina has long drawn inspiration from her hometown of Beirut, Lebanon, to give her dishes an extra boost of flavor—and her burgers are no exception. Buckle up for another taste explosion by way of her innovative beefy concoctions, or go veg with the spicy cauliflower burger.

Signature dish: The Fenway Classic

Coffee and breakfast sandwiches

There’s a lot to say about Say Coffee Co. Founded by Yeanie Bach and Phi Pham—the duo behind Banh Mi Oi in West Roxbury—this spot specializes in coffee, tea and egg sandwiches. Say’s beverage offerings truly steal the show, with their signature drinks heavily leaning on Eastern staples like matcha, ube and boba. But folks can still find those Western go-tos like Americanos, cold brews and loose leaf teas, which are perfect to pair with their array of bagel-based breakfast sandwiches.

Signature dish: Crème brûlée boba tea

After first opening its doors in Brookline in 2021, Far Out Ice Cream has expanded its empire of New Zealand-style soft serve by bringing it to the Fenway. Just like at its sister spot, the Far Out location within Time Out Market Boston takes real fruit and blends it into an array of ice cream flavors—just as they do Down Under. Fan favorites include the Kookaberry (it's made with strawberries, blueberries and raspberries), but you should keep your eyes out for seasonal specials or create your own combination. Whatever you do, order your ice cream on a waffle cone—they churn them out fresh each and every day.

Cold-pressed juices and smoothies

Squeeze is a downtown staple, known for offering plenty of ways to get your daily dose of fruits and veggies. From their revitalizing juice selection and delicious smoothies, to their nourishing bowls and satisfying toasts, you will leave feeling rejuvinated. If you're in a rush, snag some ready-made overnight oats, chia pudding or superfood truffles to refuel with ease.

Signature dish: Green Monsta smoothie 

Flavorful Mexican favorites

Spice up your meal with authentic Mexican flavors from Servio Garcia and Chef Alex Sáenz. After a well-received stint down the street near Boston University, Taqueria el Barrio has been brought back to life at Time Out Market. House-made tortillas enrich every dish made here: gourmet nachos, glorious quesadillas and addictive tacos, which are loaded with lovingly-prepared meats or spicy vegan chorizo.

Signature dish: Birria taco

Donuts

This award-winning doughnut shop takes its craft to the next level by making each donut from scratch every day. Brioche dough is used to create light and airy pillows, each with a soft and fluffy texture. All glazes, sugars, jams and creams are made in-house using real ingredients. Look out for seasonal additions to the menu. Yum!

Signature dish: Vietnamese coffee donut

Asian-inspired bowls

If you’ve never seen what it’s like to achieve #bowlgoals, look no further than InChu and its menu of Asian-inspired mashups. What started as a pandemic passion project for Aleks Bakhrakh, InChu marries fresh ingredients with flavors typical of Far Eastern cuisines. This concept lets you customize a selection of rice bowls and salads that will send your taste buds traveling to Vietnam, Korea, Thailand and Japan. Return often to try new combinations and rack up passport stamps bite by bite.

Signature dish: Korean Bimbimbap

Beer, wine and cocktails

Boston, we know you're thirsty. That's why we offer a pair of bars to complement the unique culinary offerings of the Market. Guests can enjoy a variety of seasonal craft cocktails made with local spirits, a carefully curated selection of global wines and fine beers from the region's most in-demand breweries. Ordering libations for takeout? Pick-up your drinks (remember to bring ID!) at Bar 1.