• Sheryl Julian thinks Lebanese newcomer Al Wadi is “terrific and authentic.” Plus, hey, the portions are huge. [Globe]
• Robert Nadeau applauds Foundry on Elm’s comfort/bistro straddle and inventive wine list. [Phoenix]
• MC Slim JB is pleasantly surprised by glitzy Strega Waterfront. Risotto all’aragosta is “ravishing”; a server’s phony Italian accent is slightly less impressive. [Stuff]
• Lindsay Crudele swoons over grilled-cheese purveyor Cheeseboy’s “crusty, buttered triangles” but finds their Healthy Melt “waxy and dull.” [Phoenix]