June Bites: The Best Food to Try in Boston This Month
Boston in June is everything — sunshine, patios, and the first real taste of summer. Whether you’re grabbing a bite between events or planning a food crawl with your crew, here’s what should be on your plate this month. From seafood classics to trendy treats, we’ve rounded up the best local bites to kick off summer right.
1. Lobster Rolls (Hot or Cold — We Don’t Judge)
It’s officially lobster roll season. Whether you’re a purist (cold, mayo, top-split bun) or all about the buttered hot roll, Boston’s got you covered.
Where to go:
Neptune Oyster (North End)
Yankee Lobster Co. (Seaport)
Cusser’s Roast Beef & Seafood (Back Bay window = secret win)
2. Strawberry Shortcake from Local Farms
June is peak strawberry season in New England. Time to ditch the grocery stuff and try strawberries that actually taste like something.
Try:
Boston Public Market’s farm vendors
Sofra’s Strawberry Shortcake (Cambridge — thank us later)
3. Small-Batch Ice Cream from Local Makers
Yes, it’s always ice cream weather — but June hits different. Skip the chains and hit up some of the city’s best artisanal scoops.
Where to go:
Tipping Cow (Somerville — allergen-friendly too!)
Gracie’s Ice Cream (Union Square, try the black raspberry chip)
Honeycomb Creamery (Porter Square, Cambridge)
4. Street Corn — Boston-Style
Elote is having a moment. Whether it’s at a food truck, farmers’ market, or plated at a sit-down spot, June is the start of sweet corn season.
Top Picks:
Loco Taqueria (Southie)
Yellow Door Taqueria (Dorchester/South End)
Taqueria El Barrio (Brighton)
5. Cold Brew and Bubble Tea on Repeat
Forget hot lattes. June’s for sipping something iced, sweet, and maybe even a little chewy.
Where locals go:
Cicada Coffee Bar (Cambridge — Vietnamese iced coffee is elite)
Gong Cha or Tea Do (Chinatown and Allston)
Ogawa Coffee (Downtown — Japanese cold brew)
6. Crudo, Ceviche, and All Things Light and Zesty
Perfect for those hot days when you want something fresh but flavor-packed. Bonus: most of these spots have solid cocktails to match.
Try at:
Lola 42 (Seaport)
Barcelona Wine Bar (South End)
Pescador (Fenway)
7. June-Only Limited Flavors from Local Bakeries
Keep your eyes peeled for seasonal flavors like blueberry basil donuts, lemon poppyseed everything, or even matcha-strawberry combos.
Favorites include:
Union Square Donuts
Blackbird Doughnuts
Bova’s Bakery (for the 2AM sweet tooth)
Bonus: Boston Food Festivals in June
Taste of the Nation – Fundraiser + foodie heaven
Boston JerkFest – June 21–22, spicy, funky, and very fun
Boston Seafood Festival – Early July, but plan ahead
So whether you’re on a patio, at the park, or just hopping around neighborhoods with friends — June is prime time to eat your way through Boston.
Tag us on Instagram @bostonypa when you try any of these — and if you find something we missed, drop us a DM. We’ll feature it in next month’s edition!
