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$$$$ | Beacon Hill |
Welcome to the first and now flagship restaurant in acclaimed chef Barbara Lynch's empire. Even after 25 years, No. 9 Park continues to win rave reviews for Lynch's stellar, unique interpretation of fine French and Italian cuisine. The wine list bobs and weaves into new territory, but is always well chosen, and the savvy bartenders are of the classic ilk, so you'll find plenty of classics. This is Boston's fine dining at its best.
9 Park St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Known For
- A chef's six-course, wine-paired tasting menu
- Polished service
- Lynch's memorably rich, prune-stuffed gnocchi
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$$$$ | Old West End |
The Italian word "scampo" translates to "escape" in English, and that's what this restaurant at The Liberty hotel—the former site of the Charles Street Jail—is: an escape into chef-owner Lydia Shire's delectable, buttery take on Italian-American cuisine. Everything is made from scratch, down to the bread, and including a dozen different exceptional pastas and nearly as many crusty pizzas. Entrees are heavy on meat and fish, and it stretches beyond standard items to lamb chops, duck, suckling pig, and Dover sole. The creative menu is complemented by a sleek orange bar, curved white-leather booths, and one of the city's most connected crowds. Gluten-free menus are available.
215 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA
Known For
- Unique meal specials on the weekends
- Tandoori-oven–cooked, crusty pizzas (the lamb is a classic) and breads
- Eclectic vibe
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$ | Beacon Hill |
This upscale bakery and café with several locations in Boston takes pastries to the next level. From tea cakes to the Jerusalem bagel, expect hearty baked goods with an air of elegance and influenced by the owner's Israeli heritage. Fantastic coffee drinks, including the house's signature halva latte. A breakfast, lunch and brunch menu features hearty plates all day, from breakfast sandwiches to salads, bowls, and shakshuka (an egg dish with tomatoes and peppers). The café's vibe welcomes those who appreciate attention to detail in both the food and the bright, lively atmosphere—so expect to wait in line. Tatte started as a single location in 2008; today it has expanded with locations across Boston.
70 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Traditional North African shakshuka
- Signature nut tarts that are as pretty as they are tasty
- Convivial atmosphere
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$ | Beacon Hill |
Don't be surprised to see a queue at this neighborhood hot spot, no matter the time of day. Regulars happily line up for waffles topped with fresh fruit, caramel and banana french toast, huge salads, and hefty sandwiches, all made to order as you do from the counter. Newbies should note The Paramount's unspoken rule: Don't take a seat until after you wait in line, order, and pay.
44 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Long, but quick-moving, lines
- Decadent, all-day breakfast items
- Old Bay–seasoned home fries
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$$$$ | Beacon Hill |
Just off bustling Charles Street, this cozy neighborhood gem is filled to the brim with New England charm in the form of antique-chic decor that celebrates Boston's history. The menu of elevated American classics, from wedge salad to lobster rolls and filet mignon, is well curated, and the cocktails shine.
97 Mt. Vernon St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Known For
- Collection of bourbon and whiskey
- Brunch and after-work drink scene
- Oysters and lobster
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$ | Old West End |
Sourcing ingredients from small, family farms is the main goal of this local, casual restaurant where hungry diners clamor for salads, burgers, and a few entrées. With its proximity to the TD Garden, it can and does get busy on game days, and service tends to slow down.
115 Beverly St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Nice patio in fair weather
- Hot spot before Bruins and Celtics games
- Delicious burgers
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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$$$ | West End |
A mix of New England seafood dishes, European-style charcuterie, and an international flair to most everything else describes what you'll see on the menu at this West End restaurant with a view; you're meant to share plates with your guests, but you can also order solo if that's your preference. Meals here are comfortable, with coastal vibes and spectacular views of the Zakim Bridge.
50 Lovejoy Wharf, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Tasty weekend brunch
- Fantastic, small-producer wine program, with hands-on customer approach
- Fantastic views
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$ | Beacon Hill |
Inspired by the authentic Mexican takeout readily available in West Coast cities, Anna's owner moved to Boston and opened shop more than 25 years ago. This small, local chain has been a hit ever since for its burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. Diners can select from 10 different meat and veggie-based toppings, from grilled steak and marinated pork to slow-cooked chicken.
242 Cambridge St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Tacos al pastor—marinated, rotisserie cooked pork with pineapples and onions
- Fat, flavorful burritos
- Bringing the heat with really spicy sauces you can add on
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$$$ | Old West End |
The eponymous chef offers an explosive, vibrant, and art filled 6,000 square feet of Mexican-inspired fun. Menu features all types of small plates (a must is the trash-can nachos), tacos, and a few signature dishes. Drinkers in your group can really get behind the margaritas and the tequila flights.
110 Causeway St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA
Known For
- Fun atmosphere
- Trash-can nachos
- Incredibly busy during TD Garden games and events
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$ | Beacon Hill |
A Beacon Hill legend, this was the first bar in the city to get its liquor license after the repeal of Prohibition. It opened in 1930, and was owned by the same family until the 1990s. Patrons sit at the dark-wood bar and high tops to watch a Celtics game and dig into a menu of tasty burgers, sandwiches, and a scrumptious brunch, including a spectacular Bloody Mary. The place is often packed with doctors and nurses from nearby Mass General enjoying post-shift drinks.
316 Cambridge St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA
Known For
- A killer, house-made Bloody Mary mixed with the bar's own peppercorn vodka
- A Reuben sandwich stuffed with corned beef that's made in-house
- Casual, comfortable vibe that's a little bit different from a typical Beacon Hill experience
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$ | Old West End |
Situated in the TD Garden, this unique food hall serves up more than a dozen different food and drink options, many of which are little sister outposts for chefs and restaurants local to the Boston and New England area. Try barbecue at The Smoke Shop or Italian desserts at Mike's Pastry. Quick service is the name of the game, although Hub Hall does feature one sit-down restaurant, Momosan Ramen Boston by Morimoto. One thing is for sure, if you don't like crowds, avoid this place when there is a home Celtics or Bruins game, because it gets packed!
80 Causeway St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Quick service
- Packed during Celtics and Bruins games
- Lots of Boston favorites under one roof
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$$$ | Beacon Hill | Middle Eastern
A rotating gallery of Persian art adorns the walls of this pearl-gray eatery specializing in home-style Iranian dishes. Along with classics such as fesejan, duck leg in a satiny pomegranate-walnut sauce, you'll find brain fritters, smoky eggplant puree, pollo (rice dishes), kebabs, and richly spiced lamb stews, including one seasoned with dried lime. The staff obviously enjoys explaining the menu, and the wine list is well selected for foods that often defy wine matches.
97 Mt. Vernon St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Known For
- Authentic Persian cuisine
- Home-style dishes
- Exotic, yet approachable, seasonings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
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$$ | Old West End |
Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto brings his signature Japanese fusion to this casual ramen spot next door to the TD Garden. Of course, ramen (six styles, and a dozen toppings) is only one portion of the menu, which also features sushi, small plates, and grilled fish, meat, and seafood. In nice weather, diners can sit on an expansive patio sipping Japanese whiskey, sake, or shochu.
80 Causeway St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA
Known For
- A5 waygu steak seared tableside
- Extensive sake menu
- Extra busy during TD Garden events
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$$$$ | Beacon Hill |
Do dress nicely for a visit to Mooo...., a luxurious, refined steak house inside the swanky XV Beacon hotel that remains civilized despite the restaurant's somewhat whimsical name. Prime, dry-aged steaks are served à la carte, and, although the Japanese A5 Wagyu sirloin will set you back $190, portions are as exaggerated as the prices. The menu also features a few seafood dishes and a poultry option; vegetarians and vegans are easily accommodated by request. The impressive, award-winning wine list boasts more than 500 entries, including a few very special bottles.
15 Beacon St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Known For
- Unbelievably delicious steaks served in a dining room with "cow" art
- Delightful, attentive service
- Hefty prices
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$ | Old West End |
More than just a tap room, this place satisfies a variety of different needs, although beer is at the forefront; there are more than two dozen beers on tap—as well as a couple hard seltzers and some nonalcoholic varieties. The lunch and dinner menu has items made from scratch like salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, and main dishes. On the weekends, try a coffee made using Night Shift's own signature roasted beans. Children are welcome.
1 Lovejoy Wharf, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Brews its own beers
- Roasts its own coffee beans
- Tasty food
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations required.
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$$$ | Beacon Hill |
Owner and chef Josh Lewin serves up a sophisticated take on rustic, coastal Mediterranean food, and diners are meant to rest, order slowly, and enjoy a meal in multiple stages. Everything is made from scratch in the kitchen, and although the preparations are Italian-based, there's a nod to New England ingredients and seasonality. Inside the dining room, the vibe is modern, with blues and browns, and a gorgeous wood floor.
170 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA
Known For
- Signature family-style Sunday suppers
- Curated wine selection from small vineyards
- All-day dining
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$ | Beacon Hill |
In need of snacks for a cocktail party or something for the grill, Beacon Hill residents pop over to this market famous for being Julia Child’s favorite butcher and known for procuring exotic game meats. Tamer choices include sandwiches, prepared salads, outstanding cheeses, breads, tinned fish, hummus, dips and more—this place is a foodie’s nirvana. Visitors enjoy coming in to browse around and pick up ready-made items for a lunch on-the-go—in nicer weather, perhaps a picnic on the nearby Charles River Esplanade.
160 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Supplying established and emerging chefs with inspiration
- Delicious sandwiches to-go
- Exotic meat and game selections at its butcher counter
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$ | Beacon Hill |
This classic dive bar has been serving beer and wine (no liquor) since 1933. Today, it's pleasantly untrendy and an easygoing alternative to Beacon Hill's tony stuffiness, with its battered dark wood bar and booths, simple setup, dartboard, perfectly poured pints, and great pub food. On a weekday afternoon, you might see a few regulars fraternizing at the bar and with the slightly salty, well seasoned bartender; evenings and weekends tend to be much busier.
77 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- Great selection of small producer craft beers in addition to the usual suspects
- A tasty French dip
- A no-frills environment
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$$ | Beacon Hill |
Befitting its name, chef Brian Poe's casual Beacon Hill restaurant focuses on two main things: meat and interesting beers on tap. But, Poe's menu of meat goes beyond steak and chicken staples, and depending on the season and what's readily available from purveyors, dinner entrées may feature bison, camel, ostrich, emu, kangaroo, snake, yak, elk, or antelope. There are plenty of options for the less adventuresome, too. TipTap's vibe is lively, and the bar draws an after-work crowd from Government Center and the State House. The industrial space shows off a wall mural of Boston's past mayors, cedar shingles, and garage doors that open to the street in warmer weather.
138 Cambridge St., Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Known For
- A half-dozen-plus styles of meat tips, from steak to swordfish, and even tofu
- Exotic meat specials, like kangaroo and ostrich
- Amazing local beer menu
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$ | Beacon Hill | Pizza
Stop here for some ultra-thin-crust slices to go.
20 Charles St., Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, USA