Fodor's Expert Review The Tip Tap Room
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Beacon Hill and Boston Common
American
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.
Quick Facts
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
