Nourish
Celebrate sustainability when you dine at Nourish. The family-owned restaurant is dedicated to responsibly produced foods that support a healthy lifestyle. Protein is carefully balanced with vegetables and grains. Falafel, black bean burgers and tempeh share equal ranking on the menu with chicken wings, locally raised beef and salmon. There is a kids menu, tempting desserts and a drinks menu with draft beer, non-alcoholic beverages and exotic cocktails.
Nourish
1727 Massachusetts Ave.
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 674-2400
Lexx
A self-proclaimed Tavern for the 21st century nestled in the heart of a 17th century town, Lexx provides American cuisine in a comfortably sophisticated atmosphere. At lunchtime or dinner, appetizers include a hummus plate, super lump crab cake and a freshly homemade soup of the day. Try one of the signature dishes---New England pot roast and herb-roasted chicken are on the list. Vegetarians can feast on pumpkin and sage ravioli, Moroccan stew and the Lexx Mac and Cheese entrée. The wine list includes organic varieties, and specialty cocktails are served from the bar.
Lexx
1666 Massachusetts Ave.
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 674-2990
lexx-restaurant.com
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Pick up a Brown Bag Special to go before you head out to the biking and hiking trails. Or linger over a specialty sandwich, chowder and homemade cookies. Great Harvest offers old-fashioned fresh bread, daily special breads and seasonal loaves baked fresh daily. The owners, veterans of the corporate world, have been offering nutritious catered lunches to businesses as far away as Boston since 2004.
Great Harvest Bread Co.
1736 Massachusetts Ave.
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 861-9990
greatharvestcatering.com
Palio's Italian Grille
Fine dining, Italian style, is at its peak at this restaurant that prides itself in serving seasonal fresh ingredients in traditional dishes. Start your meal with an appetizer, or try the minestrone de casa. Enjoy a fresh pasta platter, seafood, steak and chicken entrees, or one of the kitchen's specialty pizzas. Close the evening with an Italian pastry and espresso. A Piccolo Menu for children is available---mention any dietary or allergy concerns to your waiter before you order.
Palio's Italian Grille
94 Hartwell Ave.
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 402-0033
paliosgrill.com
Article Written By Denise Schoonhoven
A seasoned business traveler, Denise Schoonhoven specializes in food, travel, landscaping, design and personal development topics. She has lived and worked in London, San Francisco, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the Pacific Northwest. Schoonhoven hails from the corporate writing world where she authored marketing material, catalogs, presentations and training documents.
