Serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, Pacini’s Italian Eatery has been a staple in Needham for the last 17 years. Pacini’s specializes in shrimp scampi, veal piccata, and ravioli and chicken, but what sets it apart from similar restaurants is its create-your-own calzone station. Those who opt into this activity can choose from ingredients like zucchini, meatballs, sundried tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Delivery is also available, while diners at the restaurant can choose from a selection of beer and wine.    

Originally founded in 1940 by Kenneth and Hazel Mullen, Hazel’s Bakery has been an important part of the Needham landscape for generations of residents. A short walk from the MBTA Hersey stop, commuters can find fresh brewed coffee in the morning or take home a pastry before driving home at night. Hazel's specialties include homemade breads, scones, pies, cookies and cakes. Patrons can also find sandwiches and breakfast items. Hours: Mon - Fri, 7am - 5pm; Sat, 7am - 4pm; Sun, closed Handicap Accessible: Yes General services: Take-out Parking: Free lot  

If you’re looking for a mix of tried and true recipes and a taste of adventure, Tu y Yo Mexican Cuisine might have exactly what you’re looking for. Opening in 2010, Tu y Yo has quickly amassed a loyal following with authentic Mexican dishes like stuffed Pabloano peppers and enchiladas, along with bold fare including dried grasshoppers in ancho chili. Owner Epigemenio Guzman told Needham Patch over the summer that he wants his food to be healthy and tasty. "We have a very rich culture in Mexico," Guzman said. "We are have the third biggest gastronomy in the world. We have more than 3,000 …

Needham is known for its variety of restaurants and we at Patch want to turn the spotlight on some of your favorites and some that you may not be as familiar with. In this new weekly feature, we’ll be offering some insight into local eateries, not just in Needham, but also in nearby towns like Dedham and Wellesley. To kick things off, we’ll be focusing on Stone Hearth Pizza on Great Plain Ave. Originally opening in Belmont in 2005, Stone Hearth has grown under the tutelage of co-founders/co-owners Christopher Robbins and Jonathan Schwartz to include locations in Cambridge and Needham. As the …