'Laid-Back' Massachusetts Eatery Named Best Casual Restaurant In The State

Somewhere between the chaos of a drive-thru and the commitment of a three-course meal with linen napkins exists a sweet spot in the dining world.

It’s the place you go when you want your food fast but still want the option to sit down, breathe, and eat with actual silverware. Casual enough for jeans, fast enough for your lunch hour, and tasty enough to text a friend mid-bite to brag about your meal.

Some meals are meant to be quick. Others are meant to be enjoyed. But every now and then, a place comes along that manages to do both without breaking a sweat. It’s not fancy, but it’s far from forgettable. The food comes out fast, the atmosphere is relaxed, and somehow it all just works.

Whatever the secret recipe is, LoveFood found the one Massachusetts spot that does it better than the rest.

According to LoveFood's list, the best fast, casual restaurant in Massachusetts is Wow Tikka in Boston.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about the best fast, casual restaurant in the state:

"Wow Tikka has only been open since the end of 2022, but the fast casual Indian restaurant has quickly gained some loyal fans. The restaurant's healthy take on Indian food sees rice bowls, salad bowls, and wholewheat wraps (or 'desi burritos') filled with the likes of lamb koftas and soft paneer cheese. The selection of Indian street food is tempting, too – think aloo tikki chaat (soft potato patties with chickpeas, herbs, yogurt, and chutneys) and tandoori chicken."

Check out LoveFood for a continued list of the best fast casual restaurants across the country.