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COVER STORY 10 The Boston You Don’t Know Everything you didn’t know you wanted to know about the Hub
DEPARTMENTS 8 hubbub 54 around the hub Cambridge Carnival 54 CURRENT EVENTS 62 ON EXHIBIT 18 calendar of events 66 SHOPPING 73 NIGHTLIFE 20 exploring boston 76 DINING 20 SIGHTSEEING 31 FREEDOM TRAIL 33 NEIGHBORHOODS 47 MAPS
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hen the average person thinks of the city of Cambridge, the things that commonly Wcome to mind are the Ivy League education found at Harvard University, the cutting- edge scientific breakthroughs achieved at MIT and a population heavily slanted toward the liberal side of politics. Rarely is this scholarly little city across the river confused with, say, a Caribbean paradise. Begin your Boston experience at New England’s However, each year Cambridge plays host to one of the area’s most vibrant celebrations number one shopping and dining destination. of Caribbean culture, the much-anticipated Cambridge Carnival. This year, the 17th annual Stop by the Customer Service Desk to receive your event is set to take place on September 13—a change from the carnival’s usual late-August FREE Shopping Pass, good for discounts at over date—and promises to enthrall audiences with its usual mixture of music, dance, food and 45 shops and restaurants, including a free cup of crafts celebrating Afro-Caribbean life. award winning New England clam chowder and Since the first Cambridge Carnival in 1992—a modest street fair at University Park—the event has grown into one of New England’s largest outdoor multicultural festivals, eventu- discounted admission to Boston’s only sky-high ally finding a home in Kendall Square. Dating back to the 1600s, the Carnival event has tra- observation deck. ditionally been a way for African cultures worldwide to celebrate their heritage, and that’s destination extraordinary. the case in Cambridge with this fete that combines steel pan drummers, food and craft ven- dors and other activities with the day’s centerpiece—a grand street masquerade parade that covers 1.3 miles and features throngs of performers in elaborate costumes that bring Back Bay |1.800.SHOP.PRU |www.prudentialcenter.com the nations of Brazil, Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti and many others to life in an explosion of ___color and sound. Refer to listing, page 59. Boston Duck Tours | Haru | Vineyard Vines | Sephora | Legal Sea Foods 8 PANORAMA by Josh B. Wardrop and Amelia Mason
F YOU’VE BEEN TO BOSTON BEFORE, OR EVEN IF YOU’RE A NEWCOMER who’s done his or her research—Fodor’s Guide, Frommer’s or (ahem) the fine publication you’re holding right now—you’ve probably worked out the basics Iof Boston by now: The Freedom Trail, superb Italian food in The North End, shopping on Newbury Street, Fenway Park and the “Green Monster.” But beyond the popular attractions that our city has to offer, Boston is also a city rife with oddball history, hidden curiosities and quirky insider stories that you can’t hear just anywhere. That’s why Panorama wants to take the opportunity to answer the head-scratchers that you might ask yourself as you explore the Hub—which leads perfectly into our first question…
1. WHAT’S ALL THIS “HUB” STUFF? and the empty space where the Tea Party Ship I suppose most of us regard the city we live in & Museum is supposed to be. to be the center of the universe, but Boston’s From 1973–2001, the original Tea Party taken it to a new level. In 1858, Cambridge Museum and a replica of the Brig Beaver (one native Oliver Wendell Holmes described the of the original ships raided in 1773) could be Massachusetts State House as “the hub of the found in the Channel. Then, the building caught solar system.” Over time, this nickname stuck, fire in 2001 and was closed for repairs. During and evolved into the even grander “Hub of the the closure, an expansion for the museum was Universe” as a description of Boston’s place in planned, with renovations of the Brig Beaver creation. Local retail giant Filene’s even erect- and the construction of replicas of the other ed a plaque outside its flagship store at the two ships involved in the incident, the corner of Washington and Summer streets, Dartmouth and the declaring that particular spot to be the actual, Eleanor, beginning in A MONUMENTAL MYSTERY: geographical center of the universe. (To our 2004. Then, in 2007, the Who is that masked man (oppo- site)? The plaque may say John knowledge, neither Carl Sagan nor Stephen still-damaged museum Harvard, but the real story is a bit Hawking was consulted on this.) Sadly, the site caught fire again more involved (refer to page 12). plaque is today covered by a storage facility. during renovations to These days, our local delusion of grandeur is the bridge. After that, the existing structure mostly restrained to newspaper and maga- could no longer be salvaged, and in 2008, the zine articles as a shorthand way of referring whole thing was demolished. According to the to Boston (you’ve gotta admit, it sounds a lot latest report from Historic Tours of Americas, cooler than Beantown). owners and operators of the venue, a new Museum complete with all three ships is now 2. WHERE’S THE (TEA) PARTY AT? scheduled to open in the summer of 2010. The Boston Tea Party was a formative event not only in our city’s history, but our nation’s 3. SO, WHAT’S WITH THE LIGHTS history as well, making the site of the famed ON THE HANCOCK BUILDING? bit of rebellion a popular attraction for visi- Let’s say you’re in the Back Bay for a fun tors when they come to Boston. That’s why evening on the town, but you forgot to check it’s so sad to watch bemused and bewildered the weather report before heading out. Sure, tourists stand on the Congress Street Bridge you could go to weather.com on your iPhone or overlooking Fort Point Channel, looking back Blackberry, or you could take the approach and forth between the map in their hands that Bostonians have turned to through the___ OPPOSITEPHOTOBY A LLIE F ELT BOSTONGUIDE.COM 11 7. WHO’S years: find the Old John Hancock Building his library to it. And Lie #3? The statue isn’t (a.k.a. the Berkeley Building, not to be con- even of John Harvard—no authentic portraits fused with the modern, 60-story John of the man himself existed when sculptor THAT Hancock Tower on nearby Clarendon Street) Daniel Chester French was commissioned to and look up. Atop the skyscraper is a weath- create the statue in 1884. So, French simply STATUE er beacon that uses red and blue lights to had a buddy of his sit in as a model, and the clue the meteorologically impaired in on rest is (false) history. OF? 5. HOW MANY DUNKIN’ DONUTS a DOES ONE CITY NEED, ANYWAY? CY YOUNG: This monument to the ace There are a few phrases that you’re certain to pitcher (a) that all aces are compared against never hear uttered within Boston city limits: (the annual award for baseball’s best pitchers things like “I’m a huge Red Sox fan, but I’ve bears his name, after all) can be found on the really got to tip my cap to Alex Rodriguez,” Northeastern University campus (access via “Remember the good ol’ Central Artery?” or Forsyth Street), on the spot once occupied “Those poor tolltakers on the Mass. Pike are by the pitcher’s mound at the old Huntington grossly underpaid.” But at the top of the list Avenue Grounds. It’s there that Young starred would have to be, “If only there were a for the Boston Americans (later the Red Sox) IN THE HOT SEAT: The what they can expect Dunkin’ Donuts somewhere nearby!” Folks in the 1903 World Series. landing spot of Fenway Park’s longest recorded home run, hit from Mother Nature. from outside the Hub might scoff at the cof- into the bleachers by Ted Williams, There’s even a helpful fee-and-donuts titan’s claim that “America KEVIN WHITE: Located outside Faneuil is marked by this red seat. rhyme to keep things Runs on Dunkin’,“ but it’s only a slight exag- Hall, this larger-than-life statue (b) honors a b straight: “Steady blue, geration to suggest that goings-on in the city beloved, larger-than-life Boston politician. clear view/Flashing blue, clouds due/Steady of Boston might grind to a halt if we woke up White served as Mayor of Boston from red, rain ahead/Flashing red, snow instead.” one morning and found ourselves without the 1968–1984, the second-longest tenure for a And if you see the red lights flashing comfort of our pink and orange emblazoned Boston mayor, and guided the city through a during the summer, don’t panic—freak cups of java and our icy cold Coolattas. To period of racial strife and the controversial snowstorms in September are rare, even ensure that never happens, the folks at DD institution of school busing in the 1970s. in New England. During baseball season, have established no fewer than 68 shop loca- the flashing reds simply mean that the tions in Boston proper—roughly one shop HARRIET TUBMAN: The runaway slave evening’s Red Sox game has been cancelled per 1.4 square miles of land. who liberated dozens of her compatriots via due to bad weather. the Underground Railroad and served as an 6. WHAT’S WITH THE RED SEAT Army nurse and spy during the Civil War is 4. WHY IS HARVARD AT FENWAY PARK? remembered with an eight-foot tall statue (c) UNIVERSITY’S STATUE OF Visible among the mass of green seats out in the South End, at the corner of Columbus JOHN HARVARD THE in the bleachers of Fenway Park sits one c Avenue and Pembroke Street. “STATUE OF THREE LIES”? bright red seat. This ruby anomaly— Given how much it costs to attend prestigious Section 42, Row 37, Seat 21—commemo- RED AUERBACH: Phil Jackson of the Harvard University, we can only hope that the rates the longest home run ever measured Lakers may have just passed longtime Celtics information disseminated to students in those within Fenway Park, struck June 9, 1946 by coach and GM Auerbach as the owner of the Ivy league lecture halls is a darn sight more the Boston Red Sox’s legendary Splendid most NBA championships, but a statue in accurate than the inscription (“John Harvard, Splinter, Ted Williams. The round-tripper, Boston is something the Zen master will Founder, 1638”) on this famed statue that smacked off the Detroit Tigers’ Fred never have. This memorial to Red—seated on resides in front of Harvard’s University Hall. Hutchinson—without the help of steroids, a bench in Faneuil Hall Marketplace, clutching Lie #1: The school wasn’t founded in 1638, but incidentally—traveled 502 feet and his ever-present victory cigar (d)—celebrates in 1636. Lie #2: Harvard was actually founded bounced off the head of fan Joseph A. the man who established the Boston Celtics by the colonial government, and was only Boucher (legend says the ball went as a basketball dynasty and led the way in d ___named for John Harvard when he bequeathed straight through Boucher’s straw hat). the racial integration of the NBA. ___ ABOVEPHOTOCOURTESYOFTHE B OSTON R ED S OX ; 12 PANORAMA OPPOSITEPHOTOSBY K ATE F RAIMAN BOSTONGUIDE.COM 13 BLASTS FROM THE PAST: The historic Omni Parker House 8. CAN I REALLY Congress in 1953 at the hotel), famous folks (above) has employed such revo- PAHK MY from all walks of life have graced its halls. lutionary figures as Ho Chi Minh and Malcolm X in its illustrious CAHH AT However, two of the best-known names past; the giant tea kettle (right) HAHVID associated with the hotel only became near Government Center has YAAHHD? famous after their time there—and before been a local fixture since 1875. Only if you want the that happened, they had to pay their dues Cambridge police, a like anyone else. In 1913, more than 30 local tow service and, perhaps, the years before he rose to power as the ruler Harvard Crimson football team to descend of North Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh worked in upon it. Harvard Yard is the green grassy the Parker House kitchen as a busboy and quad that exists between the school’s ven- baker—probably working on Boston cream erable brick and stone dorms and adminis- pies, which were invented there. And at tration buildings. Future doctors, lawyers about the same time old Ho Chi was and captains of industry are welcome— choosing the drapes in his presidential your Kia Sportage, not so much. office, in the 1940s, future American civil rights firebrand Malcolm X was employed 9. IS THE OMNI PARKER HOUSE at the Parker House as a busboy. Talk A BREEDING GROUND FOR about a place of employment with POLITICAL REVOLUTIONARIES? opportunities for advancement. The longest continuously operating hotel in the U.S. (established 1855) has always been 10. WHAT’S UP WITH THE GIANT associated with its celebrity guests. From TEA KETTLE? John Wilkes Booth (who stayed there a The enormous, steaming brass tea kettle week before he shot Abe Lincoln) to Charles located at the corner of Court and Tremont Dickens to Joan Crawford to John F. streets (hanging, ironically, over a Starbucks ___Kennedy (who announced his run for location) was erected as a piece of 19th- 14 PANORAMA ABOVEPHOTOSBY C HRISTOPHER W EIGL WHAT’S IN A NAME?: Although the Harvard Bridge century marketing tion of whichever political party holds connects the Boston part of strategy when it was power in the House. Massachusetts Avenue with the Cambridge end, it is closer to the constructed in 1875. Massachusetts Institute of The kettle was an 12. WHY DOES THE HARVARD Technology than Harvard University. advertisement for the BRIDGE LEAD TO MIT? now-defunct Oriental The answer here lies with our old “stat- Tea Company in uesque” friend, the Rev. John Harvard, who Scollay Square, and is large enough to hold people just apparently loved to name 3 227 gallons, 2 quarts and 1 ⁄4 pints of liquid. things after—the bridge was named after him, not the school that also bears his 11. DO BOSTONIANS REALLY name. And at the time that it was built, in WORSHIP THE COD? 1891, MIT was not located as close to the Short answer: of course not—what are we, bridge as it is today (it was 25 years later lunatics? Longer answer: “The Sacred Cod” that the school took up its current resi- is a five-foot-long pine carving of a cod- dence near the bridge). Today, locals are fish (a staple of the early Massachusetts just as likely to refer to it as the “MIT diet and economy) that has hung in the Bridge” or “Mass. Ave. Bridge.” House of Representatives chamber in the All of which puts to rest an apocryphal, State House—and, before that, the Old but humorous explanation proffered for the State House—since the early 18th century. naming of the bridge. As the story went, (The current cod, carved by John Rowe in the state offered to name the bridge after 1784, is actually the third incarnation—the the more deserving Cambridge university. first burned in a 1747 fire and the second Harvard made the case that their reputa- disappeared during British occupation tion as an educational institution was more during the Revolutionary War.) The Sacred prestigious, and the bridge should bear Cod hangs in the rear of the House their name, while MIT did a structural Chamber, so that the Speaker faces it when analysis, found the bridge full of signifi- he addresses the House, and—according to cant flaws and shortcomings, and agreed ___tradition—the faux fish faces in the direc- that it should bear Harvard’s name. 16 PANORAMA ABOVEPHOTOBY C HRISTOPHER W EIGL aroundcalendartheofhub:events:NEWAUGUSTS&NOTES 24–SEPTEMBER 20
THURSDAY, SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 SEPTEMBER 5 Brothers Chris and Rich Legendary British duo Pet Robinson and their Southern- Shop Boys cross the pond fried rock band The Black for a rare visit to Boston, Crowes play classic hits and performing their synth-pop new tracks at the Bank of classics at the House of Blues. America Pavilion. Refer to Refer to listing, page 57. OX listing, page 57. S ED R TUESDAY, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 OSTON
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Comedienne extraordinaire B the Boston Red Sox, led by A and animal lover Lily Tomlin L David Ortiz (pictured), begin
comes to Provincetown, EGAN a two-game series against M playing a comedy benefit for the Baltimore Orioles. the Pilgrim Bark Park. Refer Refer to listing, page 60. to listing, page 55. PHOTO BY THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AUGUST 29 The Superheroine Food Network darling Paula Monologues begins a Deen offers a cooking demo two-week stint at the Boston at the Bank of America Center for the Arts, taking a Pavilion, armed with a humorous look at the trials selection of her favorite and tribulations of Supergirl, Southern (and, no doubt, Wonder Woman and other butter-laden) recipes. Refer battling bombshells. Refer to to listing, page 60. listing, page 61.
SATURDAY, SATURDAY, SEPTEM- AUGUST 29 BER 12 & SUNDAY, Singer/mother/tabloid fod- SEPTEMBER 13 der Britney Spears returns The 2009 Boston Folk to the TD Garden, perform- Festival, headlined this year ing singles from her wildly by singer-songwriter Dar popular album Circus. Refer Williams (pictured), rolls onto to listing, page 58. the UMass Boston campus. Refer to listing, page 57. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 SUNDAY, SEPTEM- Former Letters to Cleo lead BER 20 & MONDAY, singer and Dorchester native SEPTEMBER 21 Kay Hanley returns to her The biggest band in the roots with an appearance at world returns to the Boston popular Cambridge hangout area as U2 brings its U2 360 T.T. The Bear’s Place. Refer tour to Gillette Stadium. ___ to listing, page 58. Refer to listing, page 57. 18 PANORAMA EXPLORING BOSTON SIGHTSEEING largest cruise company has something for everyone. Whether it’s New England’s only three-hour, high-speed catamaran whale watch, a sunset or lunch cruise, a historic sightseeing tour or a visit to Boston’s unique Harbor Islands, BHC’s variety of cruises and convenient scheduling make it easy to fit a harbor cruise into your plans.
CHARLES RIVERBOAT COMPANY, depart from Canal Park at CambridgeSide Galleria, 617-621-3001. Call for full schedule and ticket prices. Enjoy 60-minute sightseeing tours of Boston and Cambridge along the Charles River, or venture out into Boston Harbor for a view of the city. Private charters also available.
LIBERTY FLEET OF TALL SHIPS, departs daily from Long Wharf, 617-742-0333. Daily sails at noon, 3 and 6 p.m. Tickets: $30; children (12 and under) $15. Come aboard to relive the days of Boston’s Tall Ships. Take the wheel, set the sails or just sit back and enjoy the sights and beauty of Boston Harbor and her islands. Full cash bar
SIGHTSEEING available.
ODYSSEY CRUISES, departs daily from Rowes Wharf, 888-741-0281. Brunch: Sat & Sun daily noon–2 p.m. Tickets: $52.90. Lunch: Mon–Fri noon–2 p.m. Tickets: $44.90. Dinner: Mon–Thu 7–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 8–11 p.m., SUPER DUCK TOURS: This popular tour com- Sun 6–9 p.m. Tickets: $64.90–99.90. Boarding begins one pany offers visitors the chance to see the streets hour prior to departure. Prices include meal. Midday and and historic sites of the Hub before splashing moonlight cruises also available. Cruise historic Boston down in Boston Harbor for a scenic water view of Harbor while enjoying lunch, brunch or dinner aboard the city. Refer to listing, page 26. this elegant cruise ship. Three lavish decks offer a myriad of entertainment choices, from jazz to contemporary music, and every on-deck stroll reveals the glorious Boston skyline. AMUSEMENT PARKS
exploring5W!TS, boston: 186 Brookline Ave., 617-375-WITS. Sun–Tue 10 SIGHTS OF INTEREST a.m.–7 p.m., Wed & Thu ’til 10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. Tickets: $20; children (12 and under) $16. Combining the ARNOLD ARBORETUM, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617- appeals of theme parks, museums and haunted houses, 5W!ts 524-1718. Grounds open year-round dawn to dusk. Free provides visitors with action-packed interactive game-play and admission. Visitor Center open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat puzzle-solving activities. Current show: Tomb, which allows 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. This 265-acre tree sanctu- players to journey to the center of a buried pharaoh’s final ary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Frederick Law resting place, facing challenges and obstacles along the way. Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National Historic Landmark, the arboretum and its gardens contain more than 7,000 vari- SIX FLAGS NEW ENGLAND, 1623 Main St. (Rte. 159 South), eties of trees, shrubs and flowers for your perusal. Agawam, 413-786-9300. Open daily: call for hours of operation. Tickets: $41.99, under 54" tall $31. Part of one of the nation’s BOSTON ATHENAEUM, 10 Beacon St., 617-227-0270. Mon top amusement park chains, Six Flags New England is the 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Tue–Fri ’til 5:30 p.m.; beginning Sep 7—Sat region’s largest option for thrills and chills, featuring humongous ’til 4 p.m. Art & Architecture tours: Tue & Thu at 3 p.m. roller coasters, water rides and more—including the Superman: Reservations required. One of the oldest and most distin- Ride of Steel, Batman: The Dark Knight and the Mind Eraser. guished private libraries in the United States, the Athenaeum was founded in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallenged center of intellectual life in Boston, and by CRUISES 1851 it had become one of the five largest libraries in the country. Special exhibit: through Aug 28—Treasures from BOSTON GHOST CRUISE, One Long Wharf, 781-784-SHOW. the Boston Athenaeum. Through Sep 12: Sat at 10:30 p.m. Appropriate for children 12 and older. Tickets: $28. Hear chilling tales of Boston’s BOSTON PUBLIC GARDEN, bordered by Arlington, Charles, haunting nautical history aboard a nighttime harbor cruise Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. packed with costumed storytellers. Learn about Boston’s Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first legacy of pirates, plunderers, spooky spirits and tragic ship- public botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic wrecks in this creepy and fascinating 90-minute journey into and diverse greenery, as well as sculptures, including one Boston’s maritime past. that commemorates the popular children’s book Make Way for Ducklings. Other fixtures include the Lagoon—home to BOSTON HARBOR CRUISES, One Long Wharf, 617-227-4321. the famed Swan Boats from April through September—and ___Call for reservations and departure times. Boston’s oldest and the world’s smallest suspension bridge. 20 PANORAMA
BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours Mon at 2:30 p.m., Tue & Thu at 6 p.m., Fri & Sat at 11 a.m. The first publicly support- ed municipal library in the world hosts one million visitors a year, who come to view this architectural masterpiece and its collection of more than five million books. Film festivals, exhibits and children’s programs run throughout the year.
CUSTOM HOUSE TOWER, 3 McKinley Square, 617-310- 6300. Observation deck open Sat–Thu at 2 p.m.; tickets: $2. Tours may be cancelled due to weather conditions, call ahead. Boston’s first skyscraper, the Custom House, stands high over Boston Harbor as one of the city’s most impressive landmarks. Crowned by its distinctive clock tower and restored with modern luxuries, the building epitomizes the preservation of Boston’s historic architecture. Today, the Marriott Corporation operates this landmark.
THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST, 175 Huntington
SIGHTSEEING Ave., 617-450-2000. Free tours of The Mother Church Tue noon–4 p.m., Wed 1–4 p.m., Thu–Sat noon–5 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m., every half hour. Services: Sun at 7:45 and 9 a.m., 12:10 and 6 p.m., Wed at noon and 7:30 p.m. Spanish language services: Sun at noon, Wed at 6 p.m. The original Mother Church built in 1894 is at the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on 14 acres in the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made from New Hampshire granite with stained glass windows illustrating Biblical events.
FOREST HILLS CEMETERY, 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, 617-524-0128. Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created in 1848, this cemetery serves as the final resting place of Eugene O’Neill, Anne Sexton, E.E. Cummings, William Lloyd Garrison and former Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis. The 275 acres of twisting paths also contain sculptural treasures, an exploring boston: After Images Travel arboretum, a “library” of life stories and an open-air museum. photographic walking tours Special event: Aug 27 at 7 p.m.—Twilight Tour: Fashion and JOIN US! Style, admission: $10. 617.777.3748 HARRISON GRAY OTIS HOUSE, 141 Cambridge St., 617- www.afterimagestravel.com 227-3957. Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m., tours every half hour. Admission: $8; seniors $7; students & children (5–18) $4; children (under 5), Historic New England members and Boston residents free; $24 maximum per family. Built in 1796 for Harrison Gray Otis and his wife, this grand mansion 0ORTSMOUTH (ARBOR s )SLES OF 3HOALS s 3UNSET (ARBOR #RUISES is an example of high-style Federal elegance. Tours offer 'REAT "AY #OCHECO 2IVER )NLAND #RUISES s &ALL &OLIAGE #RUISES insight into the social, business and family life of the post- call for cruise schedule Revolution American elite. nää°ÇÇÈ°ä£xÊUÊÈäΰ{ÎÈ°nän{ NEW ENGLAND HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL, Congress Street www.portsmouthharbor.com near Faneuil Hall, 617-457-8755. Tours available. This haunt- È{Ê iÀiÃÊ-ÌÀiiÌ ing memorial features six luminous glass towers etched with Portsmouth, NH the six million prisoner numbers of those who perished in the iÝÌÊÌÊÌ iÊÌÕ}L>Ìà Holocaust. Visitors can walk under the towers and read the dramatic stories of the victims and heroes of this tremen- dous human tragedy.
THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY AT THE PRUDENTIAL Help us feed more people CENTER, 617-859-0648. Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Skywalk homebound with a kiosk closes at 6 p.m. Admission (including a headset audio life-threatening illness tour of points of interest): $12; seniors & students $10; chil- dren (under 12) $8. Observatory may be closed due to weather To volunteer or make a donation conditions, please call ahead. Enjoy spectacular 360-degree please call Community Servings at (617) 445-7777 panoramic views of Boston and beyond and learn about the or visit city’s 379 years of culture and history on the Antennae Audio www.servings.org ___ Tour. Displays include Dreams of Freedom, about the Boston 22 PANORAMA immigrant experience, and a theater showing Wings Over Common and Prudential Center Visitor Information Centers. SIGHTSEEING TROLLEY TOURS Boston, a spectacular aerial tour of the entire city. www.irishheritage trail.com. Free and open to the public. A self- guided, three-mile walking tour that covers 300 years of history TRINITY CHURCH, Copley Square, 617-536-0944. Sun 7 as it takes you through Boston’s downtown, North End, Beacon BOSTON • CAMBRIDGE • SALEM a.m.–7 p.m., Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Tours available for Hill and Back Bay neighborhoods. Learn about famous politi- Freedom Trail • Harvard Square • The Witch City $6; seniors & students $4; children (under 16) free with cians, artists and war heroes, and the rich tradition of rebellion, ston an adult. Guided tours: Sun at 12:15 p.m. (free), other leadership and triumph that personifies the Boston Irish. Bo Salem daily tour times vary. Self-guided tours: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Built in BOSTON UPPER DECK TROLLEY TOURS, 617-742-1440. 1877, this house of worship, a combination of Victorian, Tours depart daily from 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.; tickets can be Cambridge Gothic and French Romanesque styles, is one of the great purchased aboard trolleys or at various locations throughout masterpieces of American church architecture. the city. Tickets: $34; military, seniors & students $30; FREE! children (3-11) $16; children (under 3) free. This fun and BOSTON HARBOR CRUISE Log Online for (May thru Oct.) OR informative tour of the city invites visitors to get off and on at FREE! 21 different stops around Boston and Cambridge. Full tours HOP ON SPORTS MUSEUM TOURS AND TRAILS FREE Hotel With purchase of & OFF Boston Trolley Tour! last two hours and cover more than 100 points of interest, at Trolley Stops AFTER IMAGES TRAVEL, 617-777-3748, www.afterimages including the historic North End, the USS Constitution, Boston Pick-upSchedule travel.com. Departs from 1 Charles St. at Beacon Street Common, the Back Bay and the Theatre District. And each & Save upto $10! Open-air & heated for comfort • Environmentally friendly fuels (outside Starbucks). Tue–Sun at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., or by Upper Deck Trolley Tour ticket entitles guests to a second Frequent departures from all stops • Narrated by live tour guide appointment. Tickets: $60. Reservations recommended. Learn day on the trolley for free, as well as the choice of a free Padded Seating • Connect between Boston, Cambridge & Salem
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ANTIQUE LIMOUSINE, 781-715-1922. www.Antique- CITY VIEW TROLLEY TOURS, of Boston, Cambridge & Salem, Limousine.com. Tours by appointment only. Enjoy historic departing every 10–20 minutes from the New England www.CityViewTrolleys.com Freedom Trail tours in a 1939 Cadillac seven-passenger Aquarium, South Station, North Station, Faneuil Hall limousine, just like the Godfather’s car. Get close to the Marketplace, Boston Common and other locations, 617-363- Boston & Cambridge 617.363.7899 • Salem 978.594.0969 sights where the trolleys and duck tours can’t. The drivers 7899. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; beginning Sep 1—Mon–Fri dress, speak and act the part. Just don’t mess with them or ’til 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $34; seniors & students $32; children you might be riding in the trunk. They’ll make you an offer (4–12) $12. Save up to $6 per ticket when you buy online at you can’t refuse. Ask about their specials. Call to schedule a www.cityviewtrolleys.com. This year-round trolley company NEW Shuttle Service from Boston or Salem! pick up. offers Hop On & Off privileges at the most scenic and historic locations, including the New England Aquarium and sites BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL, 46 Joy St., 617-742-5415. Free along the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, the tours by appointment only. Call at least 24 hours in advance for North End, Beacon Hill, the historic waterfront, the USS exploringreservations. boston: Visit www.afroammuseum.org for site descrip- Constitution, Bunker Hill and many more. See the Sites...Hear the tions. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon Hill, History of Two Cities! including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the FENWAY PARK TOURS, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours African Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house leave daily, every hour on the hour, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m., or built by an African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis until three hours before game time. Tickets: $12; seniors Pick-ups & Drop-offs and Harriet Hayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are $11; children (3–15) & military personnel $10. Tours origi- available at the Museum of African-American History. nate at the Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across in both cities daily. from Service Gate D, rain or shine. This tour offers an inside BOSTON BY FOOT, 617-367-2345 or 617-367-3766. Tickets: look at America’s oldest active Major League ballpark, includ- $12; children (6–12) $8, unless noted. Call for tour locations. ing a visit to the top of the famed “Green Monster” and sto- Guided 90-minute tours highlighting the rich architecture and ries from Boston Red Sox history. For reservations: 617.816.7188 • CityConnectExpress.com history of the city, led by trained volunteers. The Heart of the Freedom Trail, Mon–Fri at 10 a.m., Sat & Sun at 10 a.m. and 2 FLAGSHIP ADVENTURES, departing from East Pier at p.m.; Victorian Back Bay, Mon at 5:30 p.m., Fri at 2 p.m., Sun Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., 978-744- at 10 a.m.; Literary Landmark Tour, Sat at 10 a.m.; Beacon Hill, FLAG, www.flagshipadventures.com. Flagship Adventures Hop on a haunted trolley Mon–Fri at 5:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 2 p.m.; North End, Fri–Sun provides exciting water-based events on Boston Harbor and tour for a grave undertaking! at 1 p.m.; Boston Underfoot, Sun at 1 p.m., tickets: $14; Boston Salem Sound, including exhilarating treasure hunts, corpo- By Little Feet, Fri & Sat at 10 a.m., Sun at 2 p.m., tickets: $8. rate team building events, daily Boston Harbor tours and a variety of private charter options on its fleet of high perform- BOSTON DUCK TOURS, Prudential Center, Museum of Science ance rigid inflatable boats (RIBs). Your Online and New England Aquarium. www.bostonducktours.com. SAVE! Ticket & Tour Tours: seven days a week, 9 a.m. ’til one hour before sunset. THE FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATION’S FREEDOM TRAIL Tickets: $29.95; seniors, students & military $26; children PLAYERS, 617-357-8300. Tours depart from the Visitor Booking Center! (3–11) $20; (under 3) $6; Group discounts available. Center on Boston Common daily at 11 a.m., noon, 1, 3:30 7 & 9 pm nightly Experience the city in an amazing vehicle that rides on land and 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $12; seniors $10; children (12 and Discount tickets for Sightseeing and water. The 80-minute tour visits most of Boston’s famous under) $6. Call for private tours. Explore the Freedom Trail 978.594.0969 Trolley Tours, Attractions, Museums, sights. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, your Duck with costumed actors portraying famous patriots such as Seating Limited! splashes into the Charles River for a spectacular water view. James Otis, Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90- Shuttle Services, Harbor Cruises, minute tour. Stops include the Park Street Church, the Boston Whale Watching, and more in Reservations Recommended BOSTON IRISH HERITAGE TRAIL, various sites Downtown and Massacre Site, the Old State House and Faneuil Hall. Private ___in the Back Bay, 617-696-9880. Maps available at Boston tours may be tailored to individual needs and interests. Boston, Cambridge & Salem! TalesandTombstonesTrolley.com 24 PANORAMA GHOSTS AND GRAVESTONES TOUR, 617-269-3626. 10:30 a.m., 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $35.95–39.95; chil- NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, Central Wharf, 617-973-5200. Nightly every half hour between 7–9 p.m. Reservations dren (4–12) $31.95. Cruise on high-speed catamarans to Sun–Thu 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 7 p.m. Admission: encouraged. Tickets: $37; children (4–12) $24. Discounted Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast’s most famous destination for $19.95; seniors (60+) $17.95; children (3–11) $11.95; chil- tickets available online. Step aboard the trolley of doom for a whale watching. Catch sight of humpback, finback and minke dren (under 3) free. Refer to Current Events section under tour of the dark side of Boston. Your host, a 17th-century whales from the deck or from the comfort of a fully-modernized Film for IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices avail- gravedigger, tells the tales of the Angel of Death, the Boston cabin boasting snack and beverage services. able. Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of Strangler and other infamous characters from Boston’s past. water, this outstanding aquatic zoo features a 187,000-gallon
After completing your sojourn into the macabre, step off the NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, Central Wharf, 617-973-5206. Giant Ocean Tank containing a Caribbean coral reef with boston: exploring trolley for a walk through two of the oldest burying grounds Mon–Fri at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 10 a.m. and 2 sharks, sea turtles, moray eels and other aquatic life. Be sure in the city. p.m.; beginning Sep 14: Mon–Fri at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., to check out the popular penguin habitat, the brand-new Sat & Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $39.95; children (11 and under) Marine Mammal Center and visit the adjacent Simons 3D HISTORIC PUB CRAWL, BosTix Booth, Faneuil Hall, 617-357- $31.95. Discover the history of Stellwagen Bank aboard the IMAX Theater, the first theater of its kind in the Boston area. 8300. Reservations required. Private tours for groups are Aquarium’s whale watch vessel, the 111-foot catamaran available on most days. Tickets: $43. Aug 25, Sep 1, 8 & 15 Voyager III. Search for a variety of whales, including humpback, STONE ZOO, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. Mon–Fri at 5:30 p.m. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s 18th-century finback and minke. Interactive exhibits include microscope sta- 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission: $10; seniors costumed guide takes you on a tour of Boston’s historic pubs tions, electronic navigation, computer whale programs, meteoro- $8; children (2–12) $6; children (under 2) free. Highlights where treasonous events were hatched more than 250 years logical instruments and movies. include Yukon Creek, Mexican gray wolves, meerkats, snow ago. Enjoy plenty of beer and light fare along the way. leopards, jaguars, reindeer, river otters, llamas, black bears and Stone Zoo’s newest arrival, a white-cheeked gibbon. NORTH END MARKET TOUR, 64 Cross St., take the “T” to WILDLIFE
SIGHTSEEINGHaymarket, 617-523-6032. Three-hour tours: Wed at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Fri at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., Sat at 9 & 10 a.m. and 1 & FRANKLIN PARK ZOO, One Franklin Park Road, Franklin CAMBRIDGE 2 p.m. Reser vations required. Custom tours for groups available. Park, 617-541-LION. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til Tickets: $50. Michele Topor, an authority on Italian cuisine and 6 p.m. Admission: $13; seniors $10; children (2–12) $7; chil- Due to limited parking, it is best to take the Red Line when G N I E E S T H G I S culture, hosts walking tours through one of the nation’s oldest dren (under 2) & military personnel free. Home to more than traveling to Harvard, Central or Kendall squares. The Italian-American communities. 210 species, many of them endangered. Roam the Australian Cambridge Discovery Booth located at the Harvard Square Outback Trail with kangaroos, explore the Tropical Forest and “T” entrance provides additional information. NORTH END SECRET TOURS, North Square (across from The NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM: This harbor- see the gorillas, be captivated by the colorful winged won- Paul Revere House), 617-720-2283. Tours: Fri & Sat 10 a.m., side attraction recently unveiled its new Marine ders found at Butterfly Landing, marvel at the lion and tigers CAMBRIDGE COMMON/OLD BURYING GROUND. A grazing 1 and 4 p.m. Reser vations required. Tickets: $30. This two- Mammal Center, featuring Northern fur seals. at Kalahari Kingdom and visit zebras, ostriches and wilde- pasture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a hour guided walking tour explores some of the hidden court- Refer to listing, page 27. beests at Serengeti Crossing. favorite meeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the yards and passageways of the North End, visits the birth- place of Kennedy matriarch Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy and tells tales of Boston’s oldest neighborhood, like the disas- trous Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 that devastated 8–20: Mon–Fri noon–4 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. much of the historic city sector. Tickets: $2.75; seniors $2; children (2 –15) $1.50. One of exploring boston: Boston’s oldest and most treasured traditions, these pedal- OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF BOSTON, 617-269-7010. powered boats glide around the Public Garden and under the Tours depart daily every 20 minutes from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. smallest suspension bridge in the world. Tickets: $36; seniors & students $33; children (4–12) $13. With 16 stops throughout the city, including the New England URBAN ADVENTOURS, 103 Atlantic Ave., 617-233-7595, Aquarium, Fenway Park, USS Consti tution Museum and the www.urbanadventours.com. Book online with the promo Trolley Stop Store on the corner of South Charles and code ‘Panorama,’ and receive 10% off the purchase of two or Boylston streets, patrons can enjoy a 110-minute, fully nar- more tickets. Offering guided bicycle tours and bike rentals, We are the rated sightseeing tour of more than 100 points of interest Urban AdvenTours gives visitors a range of ways to explore aboard the orange-and-green, all-weather trolley. Boston on two wheels. Opt for the basic City View tour, ENJOY THE BEST VIEWS OF ONLY company to explore historical buildings on the Art and Architecture tour or offer cruises along SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: DRINK IN A LITTLE get some great shots of Boston on the Photography tour. BOSTON & CAMBRIDGE… the beautiful HISTORY, 30 Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-368-5080. Charles River! Tours begin approximately every 45 minutes, Mon–Thu & Sat 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Fri ’til 5:30 p.m. One-hour tours include VISITOR RESOURCES FROM THE WATER! samples (ID required). Tickets: $2 donation to a local charity. Daily sightseeing and sunset cruises of the Charles River Call for special events and closings. Learn about the art of PANORAMA WELCOME CENTER AT COPLEY PLACE, CHARLES brewing beer and taste rich malts and spicy hops on this tour Adjacent to the Westin Hotel Skybridge, 617-236-1027. If you and Boston Harbor. View Beacon Hill, Esplanade Park, of the original Samuel Adams brewery. lose your copy of Panorama magazine while touring Boston, the Back Bay, Boston University, MIT, Harvard and more! RIVERBOAT you can stop in at the Welcome Center and replace it, and ™ SUPER DUCK TOURS, departing from Charlestown Navy while you’re there, get further information on Boston area Go to www.charlesriverboat.com or call 617-621-3001 for details. COMPANY Yard, 877-34-DUCKS. Tours depart Mon–Fri from 11 a.m.–7 attractions from a local authority on “what to do, where to go p.m. Tickets: $29; military, seniors & students $25; children and what to see.” (3–11) $17; children (under 3) free. The Hub’s newest amphibious tour company takes visitors on a Boston land and sea adventure. Enjoy a narrated, historical bus tour WHALE WATCHES through the streets of Boston before plunging into Boston Harbor for great scenic views and a “splashing good time.” BOSTON HARBOR CRUISES, One Long Wharf, 617-222-4321. Mon–Fri at 10 a.m. and noon, Sat at 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30 SWAN BOATS, Public Garden Lagoon, 617-522-1966. and 5:30 p.m., Sun at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.,12:30 and 2:30 ___Rides: daily from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., weather permitting; Sep p.m.; beginning Sep 7: Mon–Fri at 10 a.m., Sat & Sun at ___ 26 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 27 Continental Army. Early college presidents and town resi- ELM BANK RESERVATION, Wellesley, 617-698-1802. PLIMOTH PLANTATION, 137 Warren Ave., 508-746-1622. NEW! ongu dents were buried in “God’s Acre” across from the Common. Reservation is open dawn to dusk year round, gates open at Henry Hornblower II Visitor Center: 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Nye st id 8 a.m. Bordered by the Charles River on three sides, the Elm Barn, Hobbamock’s (Wampanoag) Homesite, 1627 Pilgrim o e CHRIST CHURCH, Zero Garden St., 617-876-0200. Offices Bank Reservation is 182 acres of woodlands, fields and old Village, Crafts Center: 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $28; children b . open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Call for services. This 1761 Tory estate property. Deer and other wildlife live along the river (11 and under) $18. When the Pilgrims landed in America dur- the new c house of worship was utilized as a Colonial barracks in the banks of the reservation, which also contains areas for hik- ing the 17th century, they landed at Plymouth Rock. They built o American Revolution. ing, playing soccer, canoeing, kayaking and picnicking. their settlement three miles south of the rock and named it
Plimoth Plantation. Today, visitors can tour the Plantation and boston: exploring m FIRST CHURCH UNITARIAN/UNIVERSALIST, 3 Church St., MINUTE MAN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, Concord and see how the Pilgrims went about their daily lives, hunting, Harvard Square, 617–876–7772. Please call for services. Lexington (North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty St., gathering and making crafts. Special exhibit: Flight Path: web site Harvard College provided the pews for its students in this 1833 Concord), 978-369-6993. Park grounds open sunrise to Plymouth Beach, nature photographs by Jim Fenton. building erected for the then-newly founded Unitarian Church. sunset. Created in 1959 to preserve the sites associated with the opening battles of the American Revolution, Minute Man YANKEE CANDLE FACTORY, 5 North St., South Deerfield, 800- HARVARD AND RADCLIFFE YARDS. Located within Harvard Park consists of more than 900 acres of land along original 839-6038. Factory visitor’s center is open 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Campus. The centers of two institutions that have played segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, including Call for additional information. The Yankee Candle Factory is major educational roles since Harvard’s founding in 1636. Lexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge. The park also one part of a larger complex devoted to the company. It also preserves The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary includes a museum, a candle store and the Bavarian Christmas HARVARD SQUARE/OLD CAMBRIDGE. Take the “T” to Harvard greats Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott. Village. Visitors are able to dip their own creations at this one- on the Red Line. The center of Cambridge activity since the of-a-kind must-see for fans of the popular scented candles. 17th century, the Square is home to Harvard University, historic OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road,
SIGHTSEEING buildings, bookstores, cafes, restaurants and shops. 508-347-3362. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $20; seniors $18; children (3–17) $7; (under 3) free. Take a trip back in DESTINATIONS LONGFELLOW NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 105 Brattle St., 617- time at this recreation of an early 19th-century New England 876-4491. Wed–Sun 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Park ranger-guided village where costumed educators show visitors what life in THE BERKSHIRES. These mountains located roughly three G N I E E S T H G I S tours: 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Admission: $3; the early days of America was really like. Visit a tin shop, a hours west of Boston are Massachusetts’ answer to New children (under 16) free. This 1759 Georgian mansion was cider mill and a blacksmith, ride the old-fashioned yellow York’s Catskills. Part of the Appalachian Trail, the Berkshires home to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 1837 to 1882 and stagecoach and tour restorations of period New England are considered a top cultural resort location, home to numer- a central gathering place for writers and artists in the 19th cen- homes while marveling at authentic remnants from a long- ous antique shops, art galleries, spas, spots for boating, sce- tury. It also served as George Washington’s headquarters during gone age. Special events: Sep 6—Family Fun Day; Sep 12— nic biking and hiking, as well as Tanglewood, the Boston the seige of Boston in 1775–76. Drummers Call: Fife and Drum Day. Symphony Orchestra’s summer home and a venue for jazz and popular music concerts. MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY, 580 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge, 617-547-7105. Daily 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Closing times may vary. Founded in 1831 by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Mount Auburn was the first landscaped cemetery in the country. Many prominent Americans are exploring boston: buried here, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Isabella PANORAMA IS NOW MOBILE! Stewart Gardner and Winslow Homer. The cemetery is also an arboretum, sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary. Online or on the go, get the complete lowdown on TORY ROW (BRATTLE STREET). One of the nation’s most beautiful residential streets, Tory Row is the site of Loyalist Boston’s top options for mansions and their elegant neighbors from every period of dining, shopping, American architecture. entertainment and sightseeing. BEYOND BOSTON ADAMS NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, 1250 Hancock St., One quick click lets you know Quincy, eight miles south of Boston, 617-770-1175. Take the everything that’s happening “T” to the Quincy Center stop on the Red Line. Visitor Center open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. This oft-overlooked historical gem here in the Hub! offers insight into the lives of U.S. presidents John Adams and son John Quincy Adams. Tour the birthplaces of both presidents, as well as “The Old House,” which was home to five generations of the Adams family. Just go to DR. SEUSS NATIONAL MEMORIAL SCULPTURE GARDEN, bostonguide.com 220 State St., Springfield, 413-263-6800. Sculpture Garden on your iPhone is open daily from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. This fitting artistic tribute— as well as a museum devoted to Theodore Seuss Geisel’s lit- or Windows erary accomplishments and favorite characters like the Lorax, the Sneeches and Horton the Elephant—was created smartphone by Geisel’s step-daughter, Lark Grey Diamond-Cates. Besides the sculpture of Geisel sitting at a drawing board with the Cat in the Hat as his muse, pieces include the Yertle the ___ Turtle Tower and the Grinch. ___ 28 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 29 EXPLORING BOSTON FREEDOM TRAIL CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS. Henry David Thoreau said PROVINCETOWN. Located on the tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown The Freedom Trail begins at the Boston “(Cape Cod is)…a vast morgue, where famished dogs may marches to its own beat. This New England fishing village and Common Information Kiosk, where you can range in packs—the most uninviting landscape on earth.” prominent art colony is home to a thriving gay community, and obtain a guide map, rent a self-guided audio Apparently, Thoreau didn’t know everything, because today is also where playwright Eugene O’Neill penned some of his tour or take a walking tour with an 18th- Cape Cod is one of the nation’s most beloved tourist destina- best work and Thoreau completed his walk around the Cape. century costumed guide. (Ticket sales of tions. The Cape has 559.6 miles of coastline for swimming, Provincetown boasts miles of beaches, a charming and eclectic Freedom Trail Foundation tours help preserve kayaking, sailing and snorkling. There’s also the uber- shopping district, trails for hiking and biking and whale watches the historic sites.) Boston National Historical wealthy islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket which for those looking to escape the busy city. Park (National Park Service) tours begin at provide the perfect balance of ritzy indulgence and traditional State and Devonshire streets. Please call old New England whaling and merchant culture. SALEM. This North Shore town will always be known for the 617-357-8300 or visit TheFreedomTrail.org Salem Witch Trials of 1692, but Salem also boasts a bustling for additional information. NORTH SHORE. Just north of Boston, the North Shore wharf with many bars and restaurants, and is regarded as an encompasses Cape Ann, Peabody, Salem, Swampscott, up-and-coming enclave for the young and trendy. Fans of Marblehead, Newburyport and some of Massachusetts’ spooky stuff can visit the New England Pirate Museum to see BOSTON COMMON. Set aside in 1634 other well-kept secrets. The area offers sandy beaches, deep what life was like when Blackbeard roamed the high seas, or as a military training field and grazing
sea fishing trips, historic houses and art festivals. Just an tiptoe through the Salem Witch Museum or Witch Dungeon pasture, the Com mon is the oldest boston: exploring hour from the city of Boston, the North Shore is a relaxing Museum. On Halloween, the city transforms into one giant public park in America. The park region where visitors can sample Massachusetts’ rich mar- party for ghosts and ghouls, but 365 days a year, Salem is a served as quarters for British as well itime heritage. charming place to explore and enjoy. as Colonial troops, and later housed Civil War regiments. The British
SIGHTSEEINGPLYMOUTH. The site of the Pilgrims’ 1620 landing is still SOUTHERN MAINE. Contrary to its image as a far-flung, Army set out for the start of the marked by Plymouth Rock, and the surrounding area is dot- moose-filled wilderness, Maine has many points of interest Revolutionary War from what is now ted by historical museums that celebrate the town’s origins. within a couple hours’ drive from Boston. Kittery is a mecca Park Square. Plimoth Plantation offers visitors a chance to step into a for bargain-hunters, boasting 100+ outlet stores ranging Pilgrim village from 1627 and explore the Mayflower II, a from Black & Decker to J Crew. The seaside community of THE STATE HOUSE. Beacon Street, top replica of the ship that dropped anchor in Plymouth Harbor Portland, known for its artsy boutiques, is also home to a of Beacon Hill facing Boston Common, nearly four centuries ago. Plymouth’s coastal location also burgeoning nightlife scene and the Red Sox AA affiliate, the 617-727-3676. Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–6 provides it with some great beaches, such as White Horse Portland Sea Dogs. And Maine’s coastal communities are p.m., except holidays. Guided tours 10 PHOTOBY E THAN B. B ACKER Beach and Nelson Beach. renowned for their abundance of fresh lobster and beautiful a.m.–4 p.m. The famous golden dome BUNKER HILL MONUMENT: The site of this piv- beaches, including Kennebunk Beach and Ogunquit Beach. of the State House marks the govern- otal Revolutionary War battle lies along the Freedom ment seat of the Common wealth of Trail in Charlestown. Refer to listing, page 32. Massachusetts. Samuel Adams laid the L I A R T M O D E E R F cornerstone, and the building stands on land bought from John Hancock. The red brick portion was designed by legendary architect Charles Bulfinch. SITE OF THE FIRST PUBLIC SCHOOL AND BEN FRANKLIN’S STATUE. On exploring boston: PARK STREET CHURCH. Corner of Park School Street, marked by a column and and Tremont streets, 617-523-3383. commemorative plaque. On April 13, Sunday services at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 1635, the town voted to establish the first 4 and 6 p.m. Morning services are tradi- public school in the country. Nearby is tional, evening services are contemporary. Benjamin Franklin’s statue, built in 1856, Built in 1809, this church was described the first portrait statue erected in the by Henry James as “the most interesting United States. mass of brick and mortar in America.” SITE OF THE OLD CORNER BOOKSTORE. OLD GRANARY BURYING GROUND. School and Washington streets. Tremont Street next to Park Street Constructed as an apothecary in 1718, Church, 617-536-4100. Daily 9 a.m.– the ground floor was later a bookstore 5 p.m. This historic cemetery, formerly the and literary center of Boston and a meet- town granary, is the final resting place of ing place for notables like Emerson, John Hancock, Paul Revere, Robert Treat Hawthorne and Thoreau. Paine, Samuel Adams, Peter Faneuil and the victims of the Boston Massacre. A OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE. 310 stone inscribed “Mary Goose” (a.k.a. Elizabeth Goose) Washington St., 617-482-6439. Daily 9:30 allegedly marks the grave of Mother Goose. a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors & stu- dents $4; children (6–18) $1. This building KING’S CHAPEL AND BURYING GROUND. housed many town meetings, the most Tremont and School streets, 617-227- famous of which saw an outraged 2155. Chapel open Sat & Sun 10 a.m.– Samuel Adams signal the start of the 4 p.m. Services: Sun at 11 a.m., Wed at Boston Tea Party. 12:15 p.m. Burying Grounds open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Still an active house of OLD STATE HOUSE. Corner of Washington worship, King’s Chapel was established and State streets, 617-720-1713. Daily 9 in 1687 as the first Anglican congregation a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors & stu- in Boston. The second chapel, built in dents $4; children (6–18) $1; children 1754, became the first Unitarian church in America after (under 6) free. Built in 1713, this seat of ___ the Revolution. Colonial government was the center of ___ 30 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 31 EXPLORING BOSTON: activity for such patriots as John Hancock and Samuel and OLD NORTH CHURCH. 193 Salem St., 617- John Adams. It was from the east balcony that the 523-6676. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Services: Sun Declaration of Independence was first read in Boston. at 9 and 11 a.m., Wed at 6 p.m. Known as Christ Church and erected in 1723, this is neighborhoods BOSTON MASSACRE SITE. State Street in Boston’s oldest standing church. Two front of the Old State House. At the next lanterns were hung here on April 18, 1775, intersection below the State House, a ring signaling the Redcoats’ departure by sea for Davis of cobblestones marks the site of the Lexington and Concord. Square SOMERVILLE clash between a jeering Boston crowd Porter and a British guard of nine soldiers on COPP’S HILL BURYING GROUND. Hull Square Suffolk March 5, 1770. Street. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Set out in CAMBRIDGE Downs 1660, Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second Harvard Inman Union Square Square Square FANEUIL HALL. Merchants Row and cemetery. Many remarkable people are East Faneuil Hall Square, 617-242-5689. interred here, including the Mather family Central Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon–6 of ministers and Edmund Hartt, builder of Square Kendall Boston p.m. Historical talks given every half hour the USS Constitution. Square N. End Downtown/ChinatownLogan Airport from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., when hall is Allston Beacon Charles RiverRiver Hill not in use. “The Cradle of Liberty” com- BUNKER HILL MONUMENT. Breed’s Hill, Back bines a free marketplace on the first floor Charlestown, 617-242-5641. Lodge open Brighton Fenway/ Bay Kenmore with the town meeting hall upstairs, the daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; monument open daily Chestnut Coolidge South Hill Corner S. End Castle site of fiery revolutionary debate. 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The site of the historic Boston Island Brookline Mission battle of June 17, 1775. Village PAUL REVERE HOUSE. 19 North Square, Hill Jamaica Columbia Point/ Hanover Street, 617-523-2338. Open USS CONSTITUTION. Charlestown Navy JFK Library Pond r daily 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Admis sion: Yard, Charlestown, 617-242-5670. BROOKLINE Jamaica $3.50; seniors & students $3; children Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5:50 p.m. Tours every Roxbury Plain Franklin (5–17) $1; (under 5) free. The oldest half-hour. 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Black Heritage Trail – – – F9 102 Post Office Square G11 153 Holiday Inn/Logan Airport D16 Boston Center for the Arts J8 103 Prudential Center H6 #120 Holiday Inn/Brookline H1 www.cottonwoodboston.com A ROOM WITH A VIEW: The Skywalk Observatory at the top of Boston City Hall F10 The Public Garden (Swan Boats) G8 Holiday Inn Select/Government Center F9 the Prudential Center offers 360 degree views of the Back Bay, the Boston Common G9 Quincy Market G11 154 Holiday Inn/Somerville A6 Charles River and the surrounding Boston area. Boston Convention & Exhibition Ctr. K13 104 Reggie Lewis Athletic Center L4 155 Hotel Buckminster G3 *two hours free parking back bay garage after 5 p.m. Boston Design Center K15 Robert Gould Shaw Memorial G9 160 Hotel Commonwealth G4 Boston Massacre Site G11 Rose Kennedy Greenway F11 Howard Johnson Lodge H3 Boston Public Library H6 Rowes Wharf H13 Hyatt Harborside Hotel H15boston: exploring *Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum J12 105 Shubert Theatre J9 Hyatt Regency Boston, Financial District H10 Boston University G2 Sightseeing boats G13 InterContinental Hotel H12 Bunker Hill Monument (Charlestown map) B9 Simmons College K3 161 John Hancock Conference Center H7 Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map) C10 South Station Information Center J11 162 Langham Hotel, Boston G11 Central Burying Ground H9 State House G9 La Quinta Inn Boston/Somerville A7 Mediterraneanrestaurant&winebar Charles Playhouse J9 Suffolk University F9 163 Liberty Hotel E8 VLORA Symphony Hall J5 164 Lenox Hotel H6 Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C11 Cheers Bar G8 Tip O’Neill Building E9 165 Mandarin Oriental Boston H6 Children’s Museum J12 106 Transportation Building H9 Marriott Courtyard H7 Marriott’s Custom House G12 NEIGHBORHOODS Christian Science Center J5 107 Trinity Church G7 166 Christopher Columbus Park F12 USS Constitution (Charlestown map) D10 Marriott Quincy L9 Citgo sign G3 USS Constitution Museum The Midtown Hotel J6 Citi Performing Arts Center J9 167 (Charlestown map) D10 Millennium Bostonian Hotel F11 Colonial Theatre H9 Water Transportation Terminal G15 168 Milner Hotel H9 Conference Center at Harvard Medical J2 108 Wheelock College J2 169 NINE ZERO Hotel G10 Copley Place J7 109 Wilbur Theatre J9 Omni Parker House G10 Copley Square H7 World Trade Center J14 170 Onyx Hotel E10 Copley Theatre H7 Franklin Park Zoo L6 171 Radisson Hotel H8 Ramada Inn Boston L9 S P A M Copps Hill Burial Ground E11 110 CAMBRIDGE MAP Custom House Tower G12 111 Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel K14 Cutler Majestic Theatre H9 Cambridge City Hall C4 Residence Inn by Marriott on Tudor Wharf D10 Downtown Crossing H10 CambridgeSide Galleria D7 Ritz Carlton Boston Common H10 Seaport Hotel K14 Emerald Necklace J1–J11 Harvard Art Museum-Fogg/Sackler B3 174 Sheraton Boston H6 Emerson College H9 112 Harvard Museum of Natural History A3 175 Taj Boston G8 Emmanuel College J2 113 Harvard Square B2 Tremont House J9 Exchange Conference Ctr. 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Eye & Ear Infirmary E8 186 Inn at Harvard B2 545BoylstonStreet,Boston02116•(617)638Ǧ9699 Boston Common G9 #116 Mass. General Hospital E8 187 Marriott/Cambridge Center E6 Prudential Center H6 120 New England Baptist Hosp. L1 188 Radisson Hotel/Cambridge D2 National Park Service G11 121 New England Med. Ctr. J9 189 Residence Inn by Marriott/Cambridge D6 www.vloraboston.com Logan Airport (Terminals A & E) F16, G16 122 Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosp. D9 190 Royal Sonesta D7 ___ Institute of Contemporary Art J14 123 Sheraton Commander ___A1 *closed for renovations 46 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 47 5• 6 • 7 • 8 •9• 10 • 11 • 12 • 13 • 14 • 15 CHARLESTOWN (see page 51) D LEGEND D Freedom Trail & Sites * Black Heritage Trail Pedestrian Area • W City Water Taxi Stops • Charles River Basin Pedestrian Bridges R Public Restrooms
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Aug 28 at 7:30 p.m.—John Oliver, Come On, tickets: $22–30; Sep 19 at 7 and 9:45 p.m.—Colin Quinn, Rev. Get Happy Bob Levy, Jim Florentine and Schuli, tickets: $25–35. THE COMEDY STUDIO AT THE HONG KONG, 1236 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-661- 6507. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; shows begin at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule. Cover: $8–10. A place where fresh talent is discovered and headliners experiment. Aug 26—Rick Jenkins hosts Fresh Faces; Aug 27—Zach Sherwin hosts Ryan Douglas, Shaun Bedgood, Josh Gondelman, Tim Messenger and others; Aug 28—Renata Tutko hosts Bill Campbell, Rick Canavan, Jason Marcus, Colleen Morrisey and others; Aug 29—Rick Jenkins hosts Bill Campbell, Jason S T N E V E T N E R R U C Marcus, Drew Mayer, Jennifer Ann Myszkowski and others; Club Scene Aug 30—Clark E. hosts Kevin Anglin, Jimmy Anicet, Shaun Bedgood, Shaun Carter and others. t was a wise man who once said, “Stop 2009 DEUTSCHE BANK Ithinking, let things happen and be the DICK DOHERTY’S COMEDY VAULT, 124 Boylston St., 800- CHAMPIONSHIP ball.” (Okay, it was Chevy Chase in 401-2221. Shows Tue–Thu at 8:30 p.m., Fri & Sun at 9 p.m., Sat at 8 and 10:15 p.m. Tickets: $12–15. Located in the TPC Boston Caddyshack, but the point is still valid.) September 1–7 downstairs portion of Remington’s bar and restaurant across The participants in this year’s Deutsche from Boston Common. Aug 24 & 31—Kevin Knox’s Comedy Showcase; Aug 25 & Sep 1—Jim Lauletta’s Comedy Bank Championship—Massachusetts’ highly anticipated Showcase; Aug 26 & Sep 2—Paul Nardizzi’s Wacky annual PGA Tour event, taking place Labor Day weekend—may Wednesdays; Aug 27 & Sep 3—Comedy Dodgeball with take those Zen-like words to heart, but they’ll more likely rely MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT: The Boston Mike Whitman; Aug 28 & 29—Jim Colliton, Martin Montana Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf hosts free film and friends; Aug 30—Boston’s Longest Open Mic; Sep 4— on their skills as some of the world’s top golfers. Big names— screenings by the water on August 28 and Dick Doherty, Dan Hirshon and Roz Browne; Sep 5—Dave including defending champion Vijay Singh, Adam Scott, Sergio September 4. Refer to listing, page 56. Russo, Dan Hirshon and friends; Sep 6—Corey Rodrigues hosts Open Mic Night. Garcia and some fellow named Tiger Woods (pictured)—partic- ALEGRIA ipate in four days of tournament play, preceded by pro-am Cirque du Soleil IMPROV ASYLUM, 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887. Agganis Arena tournaments and practice rounds, in pursuit of a first prize of CLASSICAL Tickets: $10–20, dinner packages available. Visit August 26–30 www.improvasylum.com for complete show schedules. $1.26 million. Refer to listing, page 60. —Kristen Berke LANDMARKS ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL AT THE SHELL, DCR Please arrive 30 minutes prior to showtime. Some of The fantastical and magical world Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade. Popular local ensemble Boston’s top improvisational comics perform uproarious and of Cirque du Soleil returns to the Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents its annual summer creative shows at their theater in the heart of Boston’s North SEPTEMBER season of outdoor concerts. (Rain location: Church of the End. Aug 25 at 8 p.m.—House Teams; Aug 26 & 30 at 8 Boston this August, when the Covenant, 67 Newbury St.) Aug 26 at 7 p.m.—Guest violinist p.m.—Lost In Boston; Aug 27, Sep 3, 10 & 17 at 8 p.m., SONG ground-breaking modern circus Mariana Green-Hill and violist Marcus Thompson join the Aug 28, Sep 4, 11 & 18 at 8 and 10 p.m., Aug 29, Sep 5, 12 brings its resurrected 1994 Landmarks Orchestra for a concert celebrating the 200th & 19 at 7 and 9 p.m.—Main Stage Show; Aug 28, Sep 4, 11 RIVERSING 2009 birthday of composer Felix Mendelssohn; Sep 2 at 7 p.m.— & 18—The Midnight Show; Aug 29 at 11 p.m.—Unhinged. Winthrop Park in Harvard Square classic Alegría to Agganis Arena. The Orchestra presents Green Masterpieces, an evening of and near the John Weeks Alegría—named for the Spanish music inspired by nature by composers like Mendelssohn, IMPROVBOSTON, 40 Prospect St., Central Square, Cam bridge, Mussorgsky, Saint-Saens and Handel; Sep 9 at 7 p.m.—The 617-576-1253. Cover: $7–16. This comedy troupe features Footbridge at Memorial Drive word meaning joy and jubila- September 20 beginning at 5 p.m. Landmarks Orchestra wraps up its summer concert season sketch comedy, games, original music and audience participa- tion—tells the story of a kingdom with a performance of Brahms’Academic Festival Overture tion. Aug 26, Sep 2, 9 & 16 at 8 p.m.—The Comedy Lab; Aug Few of us celebrate the end of warm weather, backyard bar- in upheaval as an allegory for and Ein Deutsches Requiem. 27, Sep 3, 10 & 17 at 8 p.m.—Bastards Inc.; at 10 p.m.—The 10 Slot; Aug 28, Sep 4, 11 & 18 at 7 p.m.—SketchHaus; at 8 becues and trips to the beach, but the gaiety of the Revels’ the constant struggle of age vs. p.m.—Ocean’s 2; at 9:30 p.m.—Harold Night; at 10 p.m.— 6th annual RiverSing may make you change your tune. On youth and strength vs. weakness, COMEDY Friday Night Face Off; at 11:30 p.m.—Nightcap; Aug 29, Sep September 20, more than 2,000 people are expected to expressing the vibrancy of youth 5, 12 & 19 at 6 p.m.—ImprovBoston’s Family Show; at 7 BOSTON COMEDY FESTIVAL, Hard Rock Cafe, 22–24 Clinton p.m.—Mosaic with SouthCity Theatre Company; at 8 and 10 welcome the autumnal equinox with a giant public sing on the and the pitfalls of power through St.; Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St.; Mottley’s p.m.—ImprovBoston’s Mainstage; at 11:30 p.m.—Nightcap; banks of the Charles River. The festivities begin at Harvard stunning acrobatics, elaborate Comedy Club, 61 Chatham St., 617-782-8100. Tickets: Aug 30, Sep 6, 13 & 20 at 7 p.m.—Open Comedy Jam. $45–65. This 10th annual event celebrates the best of Square’s Winthrop Park with a marching band, puppets, face costumes and a Grammy- Boston stand-up comedy, past and present, through a variety LILY TOMLIN, MacMillan Pier on Provincetown Harbor, painting and crafts, followed by a grand procession down to nominated score. It’s a jaw- of performances from well-known and rising comics. Aug 29 Provincetown. Aug 29 at 8 p.m. (Silent and live auction pre- the John W. Weeks Footbridge at the riverbank. As dusk falls, dropping production in true Cirque at 8 p.m.—Lewis Black performs at the Wang Theatre; Aug ceds show at 5 p.m.) Tickets: $75–250. Comedy legend 30 –Sep 2—Preliminary rounds, featuring 96 of the area’s Tomlin travels to the coastal community of Provincetown for Boston area choruses like the Revels Singers, the Family Folk tradition that you won’t stop top up-and-coming comics; Sep 3 & 4—Semi-finals round; a laugh-filled event to benefit a cause close to her heart— Chorale and the Halalisa Singers lead audiences in communal talking about—once you get your Sep 5 at 8 p.m.—The Boston Comedy Festival Contest finals, Provincetown’s new non-profit, offleash dog park and animal song to welcome autumn and bid a festive farewell to another breath back, that is. Refer to featuring local comics competing for $10,000 in prize welfare resource, the Pilgrim Bark Park. The star of televi- money; Bobcat Goldthwait and others present a roast of local sion, stage and screen presents “The D Word,” a one-night- glorious___ summer. Refer to listing, page 60. —Amelia Mason listing, page 58. —Amelia Mason stand-up legend Tony V. only evening of uproarious comedy. ___
54 PANORAMA TOPRIGHTPHOTOBY A L S EIB BOSTONGUIDE.COM 55 TOMMY’S COMEDY LOUNGE, 74 Warrenton St., 617-426- MUGAR OMNI THEATER, Museum of Science, 617-723-2500 BANK OF AMERICA PAVILION, 290 Northern Ave., 617-728- hub: the around 6912. Tickets: $8 on Thu, $18 on Fri and $20 on Sat. Visit or 617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. 1600. This open-air waterfront venue features world-class www.tommyscomedylounge.com for more information. Aug Tickets: $9; seniors $8; children (3–11) $7. Discounted rock, pop, blues and country performers set against the 28 & 29—Joe Wong; Sep 4 & 5—Robbie Printz; Sep 11 & admission for showtimes after 6 p.m. This IMAX theater backdrop of the Boston skyline. Aug 24 at 7:30 p.m.— 12—Mike Dorval. presents larger-than-life images on a five-story high domed Chickenfoot, tickets: $25 & 38.50; Aug 25 at 7:30 p.m.— screen. Now showing: Mystic India; Amazon; Deep Sea; The Moody Blues, tickets: $35–60; Aug 27 at 6 p.m.—The through Aug 29––Adrenaline Rush: The Science of Risk; Black Crowes with Levon Helm, tickets: $30 & 45; Aug 28 at CONVENTIONS & EXPOS beginning Sep 4—Antarctica. 7 p.m.—Heaven & Hell with Coheed & Cambria, tickets: $29.50–49.50; Aug 30 at 7 p.m.—The Flaming Lips, tickets: BAYSIDE EXPO CENTER, 200 Mount Vernon St., Columbia MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267- $29–49; Aug 31 at 5:30 p.m.—Hot Stove Cool Music VIP Point, 617-474-6000. Sep 18 from 4–9 p.m., Sep 19 from 10 9300. Screenings Thu–Sun, call for showtimes and complete Party, featuring music from Peter Gammons and the Hot a.m.–9 p.m., Sep 20 ’til 5 p.m.—2009 Boston Home Show, schedule. Tickets: $6–9. The Museum of Fine Arts’ Film Stove All-Stars, including Bill Janovitz and Kay Hanley, tick- tickets: $10. Program has grown to become one of the nation’s finest ets: $125; at 7 p.m.—Counting Crows with Augustana and exhibitors of contemporary international cinema, restored Michael Franti & Spearhead, tickets: $30–60. BOSTON CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTER, 415 classics and premieres of American independent films. Now S T N E V E T N E R R U C Summer St., 617-954-2000. Sep 3–5—“Wheel of Fortune” showing: Aug 27 at 3:30 p.m.—The Silence Before Bach; Aug BOSTON FOLK FESTIVAL, UMass-Boston campus, 100 films Boston Week shows. 27 & 28 at 8 p.m., Aug 29 at 1 p.m., Aug 30 at 11 a.m., Sep Morrissey Boulevard, 617-287-6911. Sep 12 & 13 from 11 CURRENT EVENTS 2 at 4 p.m.—The Way We Get By; Sep 2 & 3 at 6 p.m., Sep 4 a.m.–7 p.m. Tickets: $20–100; children (under 6) free. Call for © BMP / PHOTO BY JAMES PORTO at 4 p.m., Sep 5 at 10:30 a.m., Sep 6 at 3 p.m.––Johnny tickets and visit www.bostonfolkfestival.org for full schedule. FILM Cash at Folsom Prison; Sep 17 at 6 p.m., Sep 19 at 1 p.m., The festival brings together some of folk music’s premier Aug 23 at 10:30 a.m.––El Bruto. artists, including Dar Williams, Jill Sobule and Alastair Moock. If you haven’t seen THE BRATTLE THEATRE, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617- 876-6837. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. SIMONS IMAX THEATER, New England Aquarium, Central BOSTON HARBOR HOTEL, 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000. Blue Man Group, you Tickets: $9.50; students & matinees $7.50; seniors & Wharf, 617-973-5200. Sun–Wed 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Free and open to the public. All shows at 6 p.m., unless other- children $6.50. Classic, cutting-edge and world cinema Thu–Sat 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Call for showtimes and complete wise indicated. The prestigious Boston Harbor Hotel presents its with double features almost every day. Special events: schedule. Tickets: $9.95; seniors & children (3–11) $7.95. 11th annual free Summer in the City music series, featuring haven’t seen Boston. Aug 24 at 9:30 p.m.—Ghostbusters; Aug 25 at 2:30 and The Simons is the first large-format theater in Boston to have local and national bands performing on the hotel’s floating barge 800.982.2787 Group Sales 617.542.6700 7 p.m.—The Sea Hawk; Aug 27 at 2, 4:30, 7 and 9:30 3D viewing capability. Now showing: Under the Sea 3D; stage. Aug 25—Summer Soul with World Premiere Band; Aug p.m.––Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon; Aug 28–31, Sep 1 Dolphins and Whales 3D; Star Trek: The IMAX Experience. 26—Timeless Tunes from The Marsels; Aug 27—Blues Barge CHARLES PLAYHOUSE & 2 at 5:30, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m., Sep 3 at 10 p.m.—I Sell with Ernie and the Automatics; Sep 1—Summer Soul with Soul 74 Warrenton St. Boston The Dead. Sound Revue; Sep 2—Timeless Tunes from GQ and The Lady;
around the hub: KIDS CORNER Sep 3—Blues Barge with Bruce Marshall. COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, 290 Harvard Ave., Brookline, 617-734-2500. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 300 CLUB PASSIM, 47 Palmer St., Cambridge, 617-492-7679. Tickets: $9.75; members, seniors & children (Mon–Thu) Congress St., 617-426-6500. Refer to listing in Museums. Call for full schedule. This intimate Harvard Square coffee- BOSTON’S HILARIOUS WHODUNIT! $6.75 and (Fri–Sun) $7.75. This independent movie house Daily organized activities in the Art Studio and Play Space house was a starting place for folk icons like Joan Baez and screens recent indie films, as well as the classics. Now such as music and movement, finger puppet making and Bob Dylan. Aug 28 at 8 p.m.—Kevin So, tickets: $15; Aug showing: Yoo Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg; Ponyo. Special event: kitchen science. Daily at 10:30 a.m.—Playspace: Messy 29 at 8 p.m.—Tim Gearan with Noelie MacDonnell, tickets: Aug 24 at 7 p.m.—The Big Lebowski. Activity; Daily beginning at 11:30 a.m.—Kidstage perform- $14; Sep 2 at 8 p.m.—Bobby Long, tickets: $15; Sep 11 at ances; all day—Japanese House: Guided visits of Kyo-no- 7 and 10 p.m.—Ryanhood and Owen Plant, tickets: $15; FREE FRIDAY FLICKS AT THE HATCH SHELL, Charles River Machiya; Aug 25 at 10:30 a.m.—Playspace: Tasty Tuesdays; Sep 16 at 8 p.m.—Jess Klein, tickets: $20. Esplanade, 617-626-4970. For more than 20 years, WBZ Aug 27 at 11 a.m.— The Worminator; Aug 28 at 6 p.m.— Radio has sponsored these free summertime movie events at Farm Fridays and COSMIC: Art Meets Space. COMCAST CENTER, 885 S. Main St., Mansfield (45 minutes the Hatch Shell. Aug 28 at 8 p.m.—Iron Man. south of Boston), 508-339-2331. The concerts at this outdoor BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, amphitheater are a hallmark of summer and boast some of HARVARD FILM ARCHIVE, Carpenter Center for the Visual 617-536-5400. Refer to listing in Sightseeing. The first pub- pop music’s biggest acts. Aug 29 at 6 p.m.—Allman Brothers “Laugh Yourself Silly” Arts, 24 Quincy St., Cambridge, 617-495-4700. Call for licly supported municipal library in the world hosts many Band with Widespread Panic, tickets: $20–50; Sep 11 at showtimes, complete schedule and ticket prices. With more activities and special programs for children, including live 7:30 p.m.—Kings of Leon with Glasvegas, tickets: $25 & – Boston Globe than 300 films shown per year, HFA is one of the most active performances, storytelling, interactive computer activities and 42.50; Sep 12 at 8 p.m.—Rascal Flatts with Darius Rucker, art cinemas in New England. Special events: Aug 24 at 7 films. Aug 24 & 31 at 6 p.m.—Rock & Roll Musicals. tickets: $31–71. “Comic Perfection” p.m.––Gentleman’s Agreement; Sep 11 at 7 p.m.––The Old Dark House; Remember Last Night?; Sep 12 at 7 PUPPET SHOWPLACE THEATRE, 32 Station St., Brookline, FORT POINT CHANNEL MUSIC SERIES, Children’s Wharf Park, – Boston Herald p.m.––Frankenstein; Bride of Frankenstein; Sep 13 at 7 617-731-6400. Tickets: $10. The first puppetry center in New between Congress Street and Seaport Boulevard. Free and open p.m.––The Man in the Iron Mask; The Invisible Man; Sep England presents the magical world of puppet theater, enlight- to the public. Aug 27 at 5:30 p.m.—The Pan Loco Street Band. 18 at 7 p.m.––Lunch Break; Exit; Sep 20 at 3 p.m.–– ening audiences of all ages. Aug 26 & 27 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 “A Hair-Raising Hit!” Show Boat. p.m.—The Day it Snowed Tortillas; Sep 12 & 13 at 1 and 3 GILLETTE STADIUM, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, 617-931- p.m.—Cinderella; Sep 16 & 17 at 10:30 a.m.—The Twig 2000. The home of the New England Patriots and the New – Newsweek MAGIC 106.7 FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL, Shops at Prudential Family; Sep 19 & 20 at 1 and 3 p.m.—Sing-a-long with Nappy. England Revolution hosts stadium rock and pop concerts Center, South Garden, 800 Boylston St. Free and open to the throughout the summer months. Sep 20 & 21 at 7 p.m.— Great Group Discounts public. Free family-friendly movies at sunset at the city’s most U2, tickets: $32.50–252.50. ery Night! popular shopping destinations. Aug 29 at 6 p.m.—Cars. LIVE MUSIC Different Ev HOUSE OF BLUES, 15 Lansdowne St., 888-693-BLUE. Shows # MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT, Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes AGGANIS ARENA, Boston University, 925 Commonwealth at 8 p.m. unless otherwise stated. One of the nation’s first Fresh and Funny Charles Playhouse Wharf, 617-439-7000. Every summer, The Boston Harbor Ave., 617-931-2000. This venue on the BU campus is a state- names in live music returns to Boston with the opening of a 74 Warrenton Street, Boston Hotel terrace is transformed into an outdoor cinema for free of-the-art, multipurpose entertainment center with more than brand-new House of Blues. This club, concert hall and restau- Call 1-800-992-9035 Friday night flicks at dusk. Aug 28—The China Syndrome; 7,200 seats for concerts, sporting events and family shows. rant across from Fenway Park welcomes top national acts ___Sep 4—The Inn Of 6th Happiness. Sep 7 at 7:30 p.m.—Ricardo Arjona, tickets: $59–129. from the world of rock, blues, pop and more. Aug 28—Neville www.shearmadness.com ___ 56 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 57 Brothers with Dr. John and The Lower 911, tickets: $35; Aug Quintet, $18, $56 with dinner; Sep 17—Julian Lage Group, acrobats and national music acts such as Boyz II Men, Bret hub: the around 30 at 11:30 a.m.—Gospel Brunch, tickets: $25–45; Sep 3— tickets: $18, $56 with dinner; Sep 18 & 19—Danilo Perez, Michaels, Foghat, Sugarland and Seether, with additional activi- Toots & The Maytals, tickets: $26 & 36; Sep 5—Pet Shop tickets: $25, $70 with dinner. ties including rides, shopping, livestock and agricultural Boys, tickets: $39.50 & 49.50; Sep 6—Motorhead with exhibits, crafts and cuisine from around the region. Reverend Horton Heat, tickets: $29.50 & 35; Sep 8—Mos Def SOMERVILLE THEATER, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, 617- and Talib Kweli, tickets: $29.50 & 39.50; Sep 9 at 6:45 625-4088. Sep 9 at 7:30 p.m.—Mike Gordon, tickets: $24; BOSTON CHARTER DAY, various locations in and around p.m.—Mitchel Musso with KSM and Stereo Skyline, tickets: Sep 19 at 8 p.m.—Steeleye Span, tickets: $27. Boston, 781-862-3986. Sep 10–13. Celebrate the 379th $20–50; Sep 11—Stryper with Tom Scholz and Gary Pihl, anniversary of the founding of Boston with a series of educa- tickets: $25 & 30; Sep 12—The Cult, tickets: $29 & 39; Sep TD GARDEN, 100 Legends Way (Causeway Street), 617-624- tional and entertaining events, including lectures about and 13—Down with Melvins, Evil Army and Weedeater, tickets: 1000. The former FleetCenter not only hosts Celtics and cultural explorations of early Massachusetts. For a full sched- $25 & 35; Sep 17—Rusted Root with The Kin, tickets: Bruins home games, but is the premier indoor concert arena ule of events visit www.bostoncharterday.org. $22–30; Sep 18—Face to Face with Pegboy and Polar Bear for the city of Boston. Aug 29 at 8 p.m.—Britney Spears with Club, tickets: $24 & 27; Sep 20 at 7 p.m.—Secondhand Ciara, tickets: $39.50–497.50; Sep 4 at 7:30 p.m.—The BOSTON OPEN STUDIOS. More than 1,200 Boston artists Serenade, tickets: $20–25. Killers, tickets: $27.50 & 47.50. open their studios to the public, providing a rare look into the booming art scene in 12 Boston neighborhoods. Events are S T N E V E T N E R R U C JEROME AND ELAINE ROSENFELD’S CONCERTS IN THE TOP OF THE HUB, Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-536- free and open to the public. Sep 19 & 20 from 11 a.m.–6 COURTYARD, Calderwood Courtyard, Museum of Fine Arts, 1775. Enjoy food, drink and the best view in Boston as you p.m.—23rd annual United South End Artists Open Studios,
CURRENT617-369-3306. EVENTS Shows at 7:30 p.m.; tickets: $28 unless other- swing to live jazz and classics from the Great American visit www.useaboston.com or call 617-267-8862. wise indicated. The MFA’s summer music series brings in per- Songbook. Aug 24 & 31, Sep 7 & 14 at 8 p.m.—Marty formers from a wide variety of genres, from zydeco to flamenco Ballou Trio; Aug 25–27 at 8:30 p.m., Aug 28 & 29 at 9 BRIMFIELD ANTIQUE SHOW, Brimfield Fairgrounds, take to folk. Aug 26—Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboy. p.m.—Steve Soares Trio; Aug 30, Sep 6, 13 & 20 at noon— Mass Pike West to Route 20 West (Exit 9), Brimfield, 617- Lee Childs Group; Aug 30 at 8 p.m.—Rebecca Cline Trio; 491-3434. Sep 8–13 from 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Some areas require PARADISE ROCK CLUB, 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562- Sep 1–3 at 8:30 p.m.—Jon Hazilla Trio; Sep 4 & 5 at 9 an entrance fee, usually $5. The Brimfield Antiques Show 8800. An intimate setting with a big sound, the Paradise is one p.m.—Vocalist Eleanora Bianchini with the Jon Hazilla Trio; began in the 1950s and has become the largest and best- of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. All shows 18+ unless other- Sep 6, 13 & 20 at 8 p.m.—Marshall Wood Trio; Sep 8 at 9 known antiques show in the U.S. with more than 5,000 deal- wise noted. Aug 28 at 9 p.m.—The Cool Kids, tickets: $18; p.m., Sep 9 & 10 at 8:30 p.m.—Bob Nieske Trio; Sep 11 & ers from all over the country. The show has a carnival-like Aug 29 at 9 p.m.—Michael Bernier with The Uprising, tickets: 12 at 9 p.m.—Vocalist Maggie Galloway with the Bob Nieske atmosphere, appropriate for all ages, and is located along a $15; Sep 5 at 9 p.m.—Cocorosie, tickets: $16.50; Sep 7 at 8 Trio; Sep 15–17 at 8:30 p.m., Sep 18 & 19 at 9 p.m.—Tony one-mile stretch on both sides of Route 20. p.m.—Alice in Chains; Sep 10 at 9 p.m.—Autolux, tickets: Carelli Group. $15; Sep 11 at 9 p.m.—Jedi Mind Tricks, tickets: $23; Sep 12 CAMBRIDGE CARNIVAL, Kendall Square, Cambridge, 617- at 9 p.m.—Ingrid Michaelson, tickets: $20; Sep 13 at 8 T.T. THE BEAR’S PLACE, 10 Brookline St., Cambridge, 617- 492-2518. Sep 13 from noon–7 p.m. The area’s Caribbean
around thep.m.— hub: Sondre Lerche, tickets: $18; Sep 14 at 8 p.m.— 492-BEAR. Shows start at 8:30 p.m. Call for complete sched- community celebrates its heritage and culture at the 17th Datarock, tickets: $15; Sep 15 at 8 p.m.—The Horrors, tick- ule. Cover: $8–14. Sep 3—Kay Hanley with Ingenue; Sep 9— annual Cambridge Carnival, a Mardi Gras-style festival and ets: $14; Sep 16 at 8 p.m.—The Weakerthans, tickets: Nate Wilson Group with Buffalo Killers; Sep 13—Hugh parade that unites all ages for a day of fun, music and food. $16.50; Sep 18 at 7:30 p.m.—Owl City, tickets: $15; Sep 19 Cornwall with Mike Gent; Sep 15—Fruit Bats with Iran and The centerpiece of this festive day is the grand costume at 9 p.m.—Needtobreathe, tickets: $15; Sep 20 at 8 p.m.— Kevin Barker; Sep 20—Jack Penate with Miike Snow and parade that features brightly-adorned musicians and revelers Maximo Park, tickets: $17. Andre Obin. walking the streets of Cambridge.
REGATTABAR, third floor of The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St., WILBUR THEATRE, 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700. Sep 11 at GLOUCESTER SCHOONER FESTIVAL, various harbor loca- Cambridge, 617-661-5099. Sep 8 at 7:30 p.m.—Nicola 8 p.m.—9/11 Tribute Concert, featuring Pauline Wells, tickets: tions, Gloucester, 978-283-1601. Sep 4–7. The historic mar- Conte, tickets: $20; Sep 9 at 7:30 p.m.—Eldar, tickets: $24; $28–32; Sep 16 at 8 p.m.—Yo La Tengo, tickets: $22.50. itime community of Gloucester hosts the 25th annual Sep 10 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.—Beausoleil, tickets: $25; Sep Gloucester Schooner Festival, where sailing vessels old and 11 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.—Charlie Hunter, tickets: $20; Sep new, large and small, fill the harbor for a parade of sail, as 12 at 7:30 p.m.—Kendrick Oliver and the New Life Jazz SPECIAL EVENTS well as to compete in the traditional Mayor’s Race. Other Ensemble, tickets: $25; Sep 16 at 7:30 p.m.—Michael highlights include demonstrations and historical lectures, a Kaeshammer, tickets: $18; Sep 17–19 at 7:30 and 10 ÄHTS: THE BOSTON ARTS FESTIVAL 2009, Christopher gala fireworks display, games and activites for the children, p.m.—Ahmad Jamal, tickets: $28. Columbus Park, 617-635-3911. Sep 11–13 from noon–6 food vendors and live musical entertainment. p.m. Free and open to the public. The 2009 Boston Arts ROCK AND BLUES CONCERT CRUISES, Long Wharf, 617- Festival unites Boston’s finest performing artists in concert KING RICHARD’S FAIRE, Rte. 58, Carver, 508-866-5391. 467-4037. Hop aboard the Boston Harbor Cruise boat over three days, with dozens of the city’s best visual artists Beginning Sep 5: Sat & Sun from 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Tickets: Frederick L. Nolan Jr. for these weekly evening cruises, who showcase their work as guests enjoy local produce from $26; children (5–11) $15. Take a step back into medieval times which feature live rock, blues and soul music from regional a farmers’ market. at New England’s most popular Renaissance fair. Visitors can and national performers. Aug 28 at 8 p.m.—Virginia tour the wooded grounds, be entertained by roving minstrels and Coalition, tickets: $25; Sep 4 at 8 p.m.—Chad Perrone and ALEGRIA, Agganis Arena, 800-745-3000. Aug 26 & 27 at 8 jesters, sample food and craftsmen’s wares, watch jousting con- Tim Blane, tickets: $25. p.m., Aug 28 & 29 at 4 and 8 p.m., Aug 30 at 2 and 6 p.m. tests and much more. Tickets: $45–95; children (12 and under) $36–76. Cirque du SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB, DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, 400 Soleil returns to Boston with the arena show Alegria, featur- MSPCA WALK FOR ANIMALS, Boston Common, 617-522- Soldiers Field Road, 617-562-4111. Showtimes: Tue–Thu at ing an international cast of 55 acrobats performing Cirque’s WALK. Sep 13 at 11 a.m. Join thousands of animal lovers 8 and 10 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 and 10:30 p.m., Sun at 7 and 9 trademark blend of original circus tradition, jaw-dropping and their pets for this annual fundraising event for the p.m. unless otherwise noted. Combination tickets include aerial routines and synchronized choreography. MSPCA. Watch or participate in a 1.5 mile walk around the dinner and show. Aug 26—Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet, Common or enjoy the raffles, contests, MSPCA adoption $22, $60 with dinner; Aug 27—Grace Kelly, tickets: $20, THE BIG E, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, 413-205- booth and other activities for visitors both two-legged and $58 with dinner; Aug 28 & 29—Tierney Sutton Band, tick- 5115. Beginning Sep 18 from 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Gates open at four-legged. ets: $25, $70 with dinner; Sep 9—John Patitucci Trio, $22, 8 a.m. Tickets: $12–15; children (ages 6–12) $8–10; children $60 with dinner; Sep 10—Kal David and the Real Deal, tick- (under 6) free. This year’s Eastern States Exposition—the NORTH END FEASTS AND PROCESSIONS, The North End. ets: $20, $58 with dinner; Sep 11 & 12—Harold Melvin’s largest fair in the Northeast—promises to be bigger than ever, www.northendboston.com. Boston’s “Little Italy” honors ___Blue Notes, tickets: $30, $75 with dinner; Sep 15—MSD featuring a Mardi Gras parade and live entertainment from patron saints and the neighborhood’s culture with weekend ___ 58 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 59 festivals featuring Italian delicacies, streetside bands playing “We are Family,” “I Love the Nightlife,” “Car Wash,” “Ring My Logan’s moving yet humorous story of one man’s search for hub: the around Sicilian melodies and vendors offering authentic wares on Bell” and “Last Dance.” purpose during a time of war. the cobblestoned paths dressed with garlands. Aug 28–30— St. Anthony’s Feast Celebration; Aug 31—St. Lucy Society FENCES, Huntington Theatre Company, Boston University THE SAVANNAH DISPUTATION, SpeakEasy Stage Company, Feast Celebration; Sep 6—St. Rosalia di Palermo Society Theatre, 264 Huntington Ave., 617-266-0800. Performances Roberts Studio Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Procession. beginning Sep 11: Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Wed at 7 p.m., Fri at Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617-933-8600. 8 p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $20–82.50. Performances beginning Sep 18: Wed & Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at PAULA DEEN, Bank of America Pavilion, 617-728-1600. Aug August Wilson’s 1987 Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning 8 p.m., Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $30–50. In 29 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $30–150. One of TV’s most popular play tells the story of Troy Maxson, a former Negro league this New England premiere of the hit off-Broadway comedy, a chefs comes to Boston for a special one-night-only cooking baseball player who turned away from a world of unfulfilled Pentecostal missionary sparks a crisis of faith when she drops demonstration, sharing her down-home Southern cuisine and promises and denied opportunities, and his son Cory, an in on two Catholic spinsters. To fight back, the sisters enlist the her effervescent personality in an event benefitting the emerging football star who sees the world through very help of their unsuspecting parish priest, setting the stage for a Greater Boston Food Bank. different eyes. theological showdown about what it means to truly believe.
RIVERSING 2009, at the Weeks Footbridge over the Charles THE GINGERBREAD LADY, The Happy Medium Theatre SHEAR MADNESS, Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton S T N E V E T N E R R U C River (Cambridge side), 617-972-8300. Sep 20 from 5–7:30 Company, Factory Theatre, The Piano Factory, 791 Tremont St., 617-426-5225. Ongoing. Performances: Tue–Fri at 8 p.m. Free admission. Join hundreds of singers at the Weeks St., 866-811-4111. Performances Sep 11–20: Thu–Sat at 8 p.m., Sat at 6 and 9 p.m., Sun at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $40.
CURRENTFootbridge EVENTS to celebrate the passage from summer to fall. Under p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $12–18. This daring three-act Boston’s hilarious whodunnit where the audience takes a stab the artistic leadership of Revels, this event includes participatory comedy-drama by Neil Simon tells the story of Evy, an alco- at catching the killer. Become an armchair sleuth in the group singing across the Charles River, bell-ringing and musical holic cabaret singer trying desperately to sort her life out longest-running play in U.S. history. performances by the Family Folk Chorale, saxophonist Stan after coming home from rehab, only to have her two “best Strickland, the Halalisa Singers and other local vocal ensembles. friends” and the return of an old lover hinder her progress. THE SUPERHEROINE MONOLOGUES, Company One and Only her teenage daughter has the fortitude to bring Evy Phoenix Theatre Artists, Plaza Theatre, Boston Center for the URBAN AG-FAIR, Winthrop Park, Harvard Square, back from the brink before it is too late. Arts, 539 Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Performances begin- Cambridge. Sep 20 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Cambridge hosts ning Sep 10: Wed & Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 3 the first annual Urban-Ag Fair, spotlighting the best locally JAMAICA, FAREWELL, Caribbean Education Foundation, Inc., and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $20. Playwrights John grown fruits and vegetables. See prize-winning produce, PHOTOBY J OAN M ARCUS Wimberly Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for Kuntz and Rick Park gather the world’s most beloved span- stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, preserves JERSEY BOYS: The blockbuster musical the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Sep 26 at 8 p.m. dex-clad females on the same stage for the return of this and more, sample recipes and enjoy cooking demonstrations about the rise of Frankie Valli & The Four Tickets: $55–115. This one-woman play written and performed ass-whooping evening of theatre. Touching, funny and from area chefs. Seasons continues at the Shubert Theatre. by Debra Ehrhardt tells the true story of her life growing up in always campy, this action-packed parody starts in 1940 and Refer to listing, page 61. Jamaica and subsequent migration to the United States during travels through the decades.
around the hub: a time of political upheaval in her native country. Ehrhardt plays SPORTS some 20 characters, including her parents, siblings and a CIA TRUTH VALUES, Central Square Theater, 450 Massachusetts agent as she recalls fleeing the turmoil of Kingston, Jamaica in Ave., Cambridge, 866-811-4111. Performances Sep 10–20: BOSTON RED SOX MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 800-543-1776 or 877-GETREVS. the revolution-torn 1970s. Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-482-4SOX. Aug 29 at 7:30 p.m. vs. San Jose Earthquakes $35. Discover more than 30 characters, all portrayed by MIT Aug 24–27 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Chicago White Sox Sep 5 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Kansas City Wizards JERSEY BOYS, Citi Performing Arts Center, The Shubert graduate Gioia De Cari, in this intimate journey of self-dis- Aug 28 & 29 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays Theatre, 265 Tremont St., 866-348-9738. Performances: covery as she navigates MIT’s male math maze. Aug 30 at 1:35 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays Tue–Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 and 7 p.m. Sep 8 & 9 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Baltimore Orioles THEATRE Tickets: $49–200. The 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Sep 11 & 12 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Rays Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli & TICKETS Sep 13 at 1:35 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Rays BLUE MAN GROUP, Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 617- The Four Seasons tells the story of how four blue-collar kids Sep 15–17 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles Angels 931-2787 or 617-426-6912. Ongoing. Performances: Mon–Thu became one of the greatest successes in pop music history ACE TICKETS, 121 Brookline Ave., 109 Causeway St. and other at 8 p.m., Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 5 and 8 p.m., Sun at 4 and 7 p.m. by cranking out such hits as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” area locations, 800-MY-SEATS, www.aceticket.com. This local DEUTSCHE BANK USA GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP, Professional Tickets: $48 & 62. 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Pro-Am Tournament; Sep 2—Practice rounds and new performance pieces, new music and alterations to the at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 3 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Championship Kids Exhibition; Sep 3—Pro-am competition; sound and lighting design. Tickets: $29–54. Merriment and mirth collide in the story of BOSTIX, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Copley Square, 617- Sep 4–7 beginning at 7:30 a.m.—Professional Play. A 72- an acting troupe taking a musical version of Shakespeare’s 723-5181. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Faneuil Hall location hole, officially sanctioned PGA Tour event preceded by a one- THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Taming of the Shrew on the road. Cole Porter’s delightful closed Mon); Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Information and tickets, day Pro-Am competition. The Championship is reduced to the (ABRIDGED), Orfeo Group, Christian Herter Park, 1175A score—including favorites “Brush up Your Shakespeare,” including half-price seats on day of event, for the best per- top 70 players plus ties after Saturday’s round and boasts a Soldiers Field Road, Brighton, 617-824-4215. Performances “Too Darn Hot” and “So in Love”—provide the backdrop forming arts around Boston. Log on to www.bostix.org to pur- field featuring the biggest names in golf, including Tiger through Aug 26: Thu, Fri & Sun at 6:45 p.m., Sat at 3 and for an amusing love triangle between a theatre actress- chase discounted tickets and receive special e-mail updates. Woods, Sergio Garcia, Trevor Immelman and the defending 6:45 p.m. Tickets: $15; free for all Thu, free for students Fri. turned-movie star, her leading man ex-husband and his All ticket offers subject to availability. champion, Vijay Singh. Proceeds benefit the Tiger Woods This “outdoor barbecue performance” presents The Reduced latest girlfriend. Learning Center, an institution which promotes education and Shakespeare Company’s non-stop roller-coaster ride through BOSTON CITYPASS, www.citypass.com. Visit five of Boston’s enrichment for children in grades 5–12. the Shakespearean canon while inviting audience members to MISTER ROBERTS, New Repertory Theatre, Mosesian Theater, best attractions for one low price. Save 50% and avoid ticket picnic in the park-like surroundings. Arsenal Center for the Arts, 200 Dexter Ave., Watertown, 866- lines. Booklet price: $44; youth (3–11) $28. Ticket booklets are NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 811-4111. Performances beginning Sep 13: Thu at 7:30 p.m., available at the first attraction visited and are valid for nine days. Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, 800-543-1776. THE DONKEY SHOW, American Repertory Theatre, Oberon, 2 Fri & Sat at 8 p.m., Sat at 3 and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: The CityPass ticket booklet includes admission to five major Sep 3 at 7:30 p.m. vs. New York Giants (pre-season) Arrow St., Cambridge, 617-547-8300. Performances: Fri & Sat $35–54. In this 1948 Tony Award-winning classic, a restless attractions: the New England Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts, Sep 14 at 7 p.m. vs. Buffalo Bills (season opener) at 8 p.m. Tickets: $25–75. Bringing the ultimate disco experi- crew aboard a cargo vessel idling in the South Pacific is des- Museum of Science, Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential ence to Boston, this crazy circus of mirror balls, feathered perately craving some onshore action. When the comedic Center and your choice of the John F. Kennedy Presidential NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER divas, roller skaters and hustle queens tells the story of A ensemble clashes with their tyrannical captain, it is Mister Library and Museum or the Harvard Museum of Natural History, ___Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, Midsummer Night’s Dream through great ’70s anthems like Roberts who must bail them out in Thomas Heggen and Joshua plus extra coupons for local businesses. ___ 60 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 61 AROUND THE HUB ON EXHIBIT 7:30 p.m.––Music from Black Moth Super Rainbow with 617-725-0022. www.afroammuseum.org. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4 Soundpool, tickets: $25; Sep 10 at 7:30 p.m.––New p.m. Free admission; donations welcome. Explore the history of Music Now: Dirty Three, tickets: $25. Boston’s 19th-century Afri can -American community at the African Meeting House, the oldest African-American church still ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM, 280 The standing in the United States. In addition, there are tour maps Fenway, 617-566-1401. Tue–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. available for the Black Heritage Trail. Special exhibit: Black Admission: $12; seniors $10; students $5; children (under Entrepreneurs of the 18th and 19th Centuries. 18) free. Visitors named Isabella are admitted free. ™ Commissioned by Boston aristocrat Isabella Stewart MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300. Gardner and modeled after a 15th-century Venetian Sat–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 9:45 p.m. Admission palace, the museum exhibits 2,500 objects, including the (includes two visits in a 10-day period): $17; seniors & students works of Rembrandt, Botticelli, Raphael, Titian and $15; Wed after 4 p.m., pay as you wish; children (7–17) $6.50 on Matisse. Special exhibit: Su-Mei Tse: Floating Memories. weekdays before 3 p.m., free at all other times; children (6 and Special events: Sep 13 at 1:30 p.m.—Sunday Concert under) free. The museum houses an outstanding collection of Series: Fantasies from the Sea and Sky, tickets: $23; Sep paintings, prints, sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from hub: the around 17 from 5:30–9:30 p.m.—Gardner After Hours: Global ancient times through the present, as well as the most compre- Muse, tickets: $12; at 7 p.m.—Avant Gardner: New hensive collection of Asiatic art in the world. Special exhibits: Japan, tickets: $23; Sep 20 at 1:30 p.m.—Sunday Preserving History, Making History: The Museum of Fine Arts, Concert Series: Claremont Trio, tickets: $23. Boston; RSVP: Jim Lambie; Showa Sophistication: Japan in the 1930s; Viva Mexico: Edward Weston and his Contemporaries; JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND Vida y Drama: Modern Mexican Prints; Contemporary Outlook: MUSEUM, off Morrissey Boulevard, next to UMass Boston, Seeing Songs; A New and Native Beauty: The Art and Craft of Dorchester, 866-535-1960. www.jfklibrary.org. Daily 9 Greene & Greene; through Sep 7—Celebrating Kyoto: Modern a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12; seniors & students $10; chil- Arts from Boston’s Sister City. Special events: Aug PHOTOBY J EAN -LOU M AJERUS dren (13–17) $9; children (12 and under) free; library 26––Winesdays in Bravo, tickets: $25; Aug 28 & Sep 20––Free
O N E XISABELLA H I B I T STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM: forums free. This museum portrays Kennedy’s life, leader- Community Days, free museum admission; Aug 28 at 5:30 The Fenway art museum welcomes back award- ship and legacy in 21 ex hibits, three theaters, 20 video p.m.––mfasummerfridays, free with admission. winning artist and 2007 Artist-in-Residence presentations and more. Special exhibits: Poetry and Su-Mei Tse, who presents Floating Memories, an Power: The Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy; Moon MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, Science Park, 617-723-2500. T I B I H X E N O installation merging sound, sculpture and a video Shot: JFK and Space Exploration; through Sep 1—The Sat–Thu 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m.; beginning Sep 7: projection. Refer to listing, right. Making of a President. Sat–Thu ’til 5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $20; seniors $18; children (3–11) $17; children (under 3) free. Planetarium, LARZ ANDERSON AUTO MUSEUM, Larz Anderson Park, laser show and Omni theater tickets: $9; seniors $8; children 15 Newton St., Brookline, 617-522-6547. Fri–Sun 10 (3–11) $7. Combination ticket prices and evening discounts BOSTON a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $10; students, seniors & children available. Interactive science exhibits, plus laser and astrono- (6–18) $5; children (5 and under) free. The oldest collection of my shows in the Charles Hayden Planetar ium, are featured. BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 300 historic automobiles in the nation is displayed in the owner’s Special exhibits: Colossal Fossil: Triceratops Cliff; through Fine Vintage Posters Congress St., 617-426-6500. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til original home. Special exhibit: The Style and Innovation of the Aug 30—National Geographic Crittercam: The World Through 9 p.m. Admission: $12; children (1–15) & seniors $9; children American Automobile. Lawn event: Sep 13 at 8:30 a.m.— Animal Eyes; through Sep 7—Black Holes: Space Warps &
around the(under hub: 1) free; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. The popular Larz Anderson Classic European Motorcycle Day. Time Twists; through Sep 13—Manufactured Landscapes: museum for families of all ages features a plethora of Photographic Works by Edward Burtynsky. Planetarium shows: interactive exhibits that allow children to learn about science, THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY, 200 Massachusetts The Sky Tonight; Journey to the Edge of Space and Time; The history and culture firsthand. Exhibits include: Construction Ave., 617-450-7000. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; Moon: 40 Years from Apollo; beginning Sep 12—What Zone, a child-sized work site with miniature skyscrapers seniors, students & youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. The Happened to Pluto? Refer to Film listings in Current Events for inspired by the Big Dig; Arthur & Friends, featuring the Library explores the life and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, complete Mugar Omni Theater schedule. stars of everyone’s favorite PBS program; Boston Black, a New England woman who defied conventional 19th-century celebrating Boston’s Caribbean, African and African- thinking to become an influential religious leader, publisher, THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL CENTER OF AFRO- American cultures; Kid Power, which allows active kids to teacher and businesswoman. The museum also houses the AMERICAN ARTISTS, 300 Walnut Ave., Roxbury, 617-442- use energy in healthy ways and teaches them about fitness famous Mapparium—a three-story stained-glass globe, opened 8614. Tue–Sun 1–5 p.m.; by appointment for groups. and nutrition. Special exhibit: access/ABILITY. Refer to Kids in 1935, which allows visitors to stand in the center, giving them Admission: $4; students & seniors $3. Housed in the former Corner in Current Events for special events. a unique look at how ideas can inspire individuals and change Oak Bend Mansion, a neo-Gothic structure built in the early the world. Special exhibits: Hall of Ideas; Sensational Press, 1870s, this museum holds a slide archive and an extensive col- INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART, 100 Northern Ave., Radical Response; The Mapparium: An Inside View; Peace Flag; lection of African artifacts, prints and drawings. It also hosts 617-478-3100. Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu & All in Harmony: Mary Baker Eddy and Music; Lincoln’s “Great national and international traveling exhibits. Special exhibits: Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; seniors & students $10; chil- Willing Heart” and the Life of Mary Baker Eddy. Aspelta: A Nubian King’s Burial Chamber; Circle of Peace. dren (under 17) free. Free to all Thu 5–9 p.m. Boston’s first new art museum in 100 years is a state-of-the-art, gleaming MCMULLEN MUSEUM OF ART, Boston College, 140 OLD STATE HOUSE MUSEUM, 206 Washington St., 617-720- structure on the South Boston waterfront which presents Common wealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, 617-552-8100. Mon –Fri 1713. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m., beginning Sep 1: Daily ’til 5 p.m. installations of contemp orary paintings, sculptures and pho- 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Free admission. Tickets: $7; seniors & students $6; children (6–18) $3. At the tographs, as well as cutting-edge live dance and musical Gallery tours held every Sun at 12:30 p.m. This museum is site of the Boston Massacre and the first reading of the performances. Special exhibits: On the Sandra and Gerald lauded for presenting interdisciplinary exhibits that spark Declaration of Independence in Boston, explore exhibits on the Fineberg Art Wall: Ugo Rondinone; Acting Out: New Social new questions and renowned for its European, Asian and American Revolution, Boston’s maritime history and the Boston 205 Newbury Street Experiments In Video; Momentum 14: Rodney McMillan; ICA American collections. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 5— Massacre. Special exhibits: The Old State House: A Hands-on Open Daily, Parking Available Collection: In The Making; beginning Sep 18—Damián First Hand: Civil War Drawings from the Becker Collection. History; From Colony to Commonwealth; Every Picture Tells a www.internationalposter.com Ortega: Do It Yourself. Special events: Aug 27 from 6–8:30 Story; Preservation of the Old State House; Our Favorite Things: p.m.––HarborWalk Shuffle, featuring sounds selected by pro- THE MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY, African Boston Stories; The Boston Massacre Multimedia Presentation; 617-375-0076 ___fessional musicians and museum visitors, free; Aug 28 at Meeting House, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon Hill, Treasures from the Bostonian Society’s Collections. ___ 62 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 63 THE SPORTS MUSEUM, 5th and 6th floor premium seating lev- BEYOND BOSTON and Mortals: Traditional Art from India; All of My Life: tures, Capodimonte porcelain, Persian miniature paintings and els, TD Garden, Causeway Street, 617-624-1234. Daily 11 Contemporary Works by Native American Artists; Yin Yu Tang, the Lombardy inlay furnishings epitomizing Old World elegance. a.m.–5 p.m. Admission on the hour only, ’til 3 p.m. Hours altered BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME, 1000 West Columbus Ave., 16-bedroom home of a prosperous Chinese merchant of the during TD Garden events, call ahead. Admission: $6; seniors & Springfield, 413-781-6500. Sun–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat ’til 5 Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), ticketed separately: $5; Perfect INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St., children (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. The Sports Museum p.m. Tickets: $16.99; seniors $13.99; children (5–15) $11.99; (4 Imbalance: Exploring Chinese Aesthetics; ReVisions: Indian 617-375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 showcases New England’s rich sports heritage through an & under) free. In 1891, James Naismith developed the game of Artists Engaging Traditions; Fish, Silk, Tea, Bamboo: Cultivating a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This acclaimed fine art poster unparalleled collection of artifacts, multimedia and artwork. basketball and its original 13 rules in Springfield, Mass. Now an Image of China; SurfLand: Photographs by Joni Sternbach; gallery displays original vintage posters from the 1890s Exhibits include the Boston Bruins Hall of Fame portraits, the Springfield is home to the Hall of Fame, an edifice that pays Trash Menagerie; Intersections: Native American Art in a New through post-World War II modern masters. Special exhibit: Boston Garden Penalty Box and New England’s Olympic Heroes. homage to the greatest to play and coach the game, like Bill Light; through Sep 7—The Golden Age of Dutch Seascapes. through Sep 7—Time Travel: A Century of Travel Posters. Russell, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan and Duke coach Mike USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM, Charlestown Navy Yard, Krzyzewski. The Hall of Fame also includes interactive basketball THE ROSE ART MUSEUM, Brandeis University, 415 South St., JUDI ROTENBERG GALLERY, 130 Newbury St., 617-437- Charles town, 617-426-1812. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Free admis- fun for visitors and numerous exhibits. Waltham, 781-736-3434. Wed–Fri, Sun noon–5 p.m. Free 1518. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The Judi Rotenberg Gallery is sion. The museum preserves the treasures of “Old Ironsides,” and open to the public. The Rose boasts a collection of mod- one of the longest-standing independent galleries in Boston the U.S. Navy’s flagship and the world’s oldest commissioned CONCORD MUSEUM, 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978-369- ern and contemporary art by artists including de Kooning, and is committed to both established and emerging talent in warship. Includes weap ons, documents, journals and more. 9763. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: Rauschenberg and Warhol. Special exhibit: through Sep all media. Special exhibits: through Aug 29—Popsicle; begin-hub: the around Interactive exhibits allow visitors to load and fire a cannon, try $10; seniors & students $8; children (6–17) $5; family rates 20—Numbers, Colors and Text: Works from the Collection. ning Sep 3—Carol Gove: Lineage; Paper Trail v. 6: Patte Loper. out a sailor’s sleeping quarters and virtually command the available. Ample free parking on Cambridge Turnpike. Relive 1 Constitution in battle. Special exhibits: Old Ironsides in War Concord’s history, from Native American habitation and SALEM WITCH MUSEUM, 19 /2 Washington Square North, LANOUE FINE ART, 160 Newbury St., 617-262-4400. Mon–Sat and Peace; The Barbary War; Model Shop; All Hands on Deck: European settlement to the days of Emerson, Thoreau, the Salem, 978-744-1692. Daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m., beginning Sep 1: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. Featuring contemporary rep- A Sailor’s Life in 1812; Paintings by George Ropes. Special Alcotts and Hawthorne. Special exhibit: Setting the President’s Daily ’til 5 p.m. Admission: $8; seniors $7; children (6–14) resentational and abstract art, Lanoue is committed to exploring event: Sep 12 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.––Family Game Day, free Table: American Presidential China. $5.50. Life-size stage settings and historically accurate narration diverse media and concepts. Special exhibits: through Aug with admission. recreate the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 9—Melody Postma: Look!; beginning Sep 1—John Folsom. DECORDOVA MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE PARK, 51 Sandy 1692. Translations available in Japanese, French, German, Italian Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-259-8355. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Spanish. Special exhibit: Witches: Evolving Perceptions. L’ATTITUDE GALLERY, 218 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. CAMBRIDGE Admission: $12; seniors, students & children (6–12) $8. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This gallery O N E X H I B I T Sculpture Park: open sunrise to sunset, admission charged boasts contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home, Due to limited parking, it is best to take the Red Line when during museum operating hours only. Tour one of the largest GALLERIES garden and commercial environments, as well as an outdoor traveling to Harvard, Central or Kendall squares. The contemporary art museums and the only permanent public sculpture garden. Cambridge Discovery Booth located at the Harvard Square sculpture park in New England. Special exhibits: through Sep BARBARA KRAKOW GALLERY, 10 Newbury St., 617-262-4490. T I B I H X E N O “T” entrance provides additional information. 7—Power Structures; The Old, Weird America: Folk Themes in Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; beginning Sep 1: Tue–Sat 10 MILLS GALLERY, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., Contemporary Art. a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow Gallery attracts top contem- 617-426-8835. Wed & Sun noon–5 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 9 p.m. The HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, 26 Oxford St., porary artists from around the world, showcasing work that focus- BCA presents exciting contemp orary works by established and 617-495-3045. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9; seniors & GRIFFIN MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY, 67 Shore Road, es on minimalism and conceptualism. Special exhibit: beginning emerging local, regional, national and international visual artists, students $7; children (3–18) $6. Among the museum’s 17 Winchester, 781-729-1158. Tue–Thu 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 4 Sep 1—Sol Lewitt: Locations. mounting approx imately six large-scale exhibitions in the 2,200 galleries is the internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of p.m., Sat & Sun noon–4 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors $2. Free square foot Mills Gallery each year. Special exhibit: beginning Blaschka Glass Models of Plants, a unique collection of over to all on Thu. Named for the Massachusetts-born photogra- BOSTON SCULPTORS GALLERY, 486 Harrison Ave., 617-482- Sep 10—Drawings that Work: Juried by Andrew Raftery. 3,000 glass flower models created between 1886 and 1936. pher for publications like Life and Time, the Griffin Museum 7781. Wed–Sun noon–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative that has Special exhibits: Dodos, Trilobites and Meteorites; Climate boasts three galleries dedicated to the promotion and appreci- served as an alternative venue for innovative solo sculpture exhi- PANOPTICON GALLERY, Hotel Commonwealth, 502C Change: Our Global Experiment; Arthropods: Creatures that ation of photographic art. Special exhibits: through Aug 30— bitions since 1992. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 1—Works by Commonwealth Ave., 617-267-8929. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m.,
around theRule; hub: Evolution; through Sep 6—The Language of Color. 15th annual Juried Exhibition; Ted Williams: The Splendid Mary Sherman and Ellen Wetmore. Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m. For nearly four deacdes, Panopticon has Splinter; through Sep 6—Miles to Go: Portraits of Elite Senior specialized in presenting fine photographic art of the 20th and, MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER, 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680. Athletes; beginning Sep 10—A Reqiuem: Tribute to the spiri- BROMFIELD ART GALLERY, 450 Harrison Ave., 617-451-3605. now, 21st century. Special exhibit: through Sep 14—Baseball Tue, Wed & Fri–Sun noon–6 p.m., Thu ’til 8 p.m. Free admis- tual place at Auschwitz; Jessica M. Kaufman: Panopticon; Wed–Sat noon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery features Faces: Photographs by Bill Chapman, Jose Luis Villegas and sion. One of Boston’s premier showcases for contemporary art, Hand to Hand: Photographs by Zeva Oelbaum. shows by members of the cooperative, while exhibitions by visiting Dr. Ernest C. Withers. the List Center reflects MIT’s position as a cutting-edge artists are selected by current members. Special exhibits: through research institution by presenting works from the world’s lead- NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, Aug 29—Women’s Caucus for Art; beginning Sep 2—Gallery PHOTOGRAPHIC RESOURCE CENTER, Boston University, ing contemporary artists. Special exhibit: through Sep 7—On 781-861-6559. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Sun noon–4:30 Artists and Guests: Plus One; Karen Davis: The McCann Family. 832 Commonwealth Ave., 617-975-0600. Tue, Wed & Fri The Media Test Wall: Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba. p.m. Free admission. Devoted to presenting exhibitions on 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 8 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. American history and popular culture as a way of preserving our CHASE GALLERY, 450 Harrison Ave., 617-859-7222. Mon–Sat Admission: $3; students & seniors $2; children (under 18) THE MIT MUSEUM, 265 Massachusetts Ave., 617-253-5927. national heritage. Special exhibits: Sowing the Seeds of Liberty: 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Since 1990, Chase Gallery has been one of free. PRC exhibitions and educational programs are guided by Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; children, seniors & stu- Lexington and the American Revolution; Realizing the Vision: the city’s top galleries for the exhibition of contemporary artists, a philosophical inquiry into the intersection of photography dents $3, children (under 5) free. Exhibits interpret themes and Minute Man National Historical Park Turns 50; The Grand Lodge of both representational and abstract. Special exhibits: through with aesthetic, professional and critical discourses. Special ideas related to MIT research and activities. Ongoing exhibits: Masons in Massachusetts; The Way We Worked: Photographs Aug 31––Summer Group Show; beginning Sep 1—A New exhibit: beginning Sep 18—Live Auction Preview Exhibition. Felix Candela: Builder, Engineer, Structural Artist; Mind and from the National Archives; For All Time: Clocks and Watches from Perspective: Landscape Show. Hand: The Making of MIT Scientists and Engineers; Holography: the National Heritage Museum; through Sep 20—A Penny for PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat The Light Fantastic; Robots and Beyond: Exploring Artificial your Thoughts: Postcards from the Golden Age, 1898–1918. COPLEY SOCIETY OF ART, 158 Newbury St., 617-536-5049. 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sun 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Features work by Intelligence at MIT; Gestural Engineering: The Sculpture of Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest non-profit Israeli, American and inte rnationally known contemporary artists. Arthur Ganson; Learning Lab: The Cell. PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM, East India Square, Salem, art association in the United States represents more than 500 Special exhibits: through Sep 7—Hamada: Three Generations; 866-745-1876. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $15; sen- living artists and hosts between 15–20 exhibitions each year by Modern Masterworks; beginning Sep 12—Brother Thomas: SACKLER MUSEUM, 485 Broadway, 617-495-9400. Mon–Sat iors $13; students $11; children (16 and under) free. The contemporary and abstract painters, photographers, sculptors Tenomoku Masterworks. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Admission: $9; seniors $7; stu- nation’s oldest continually operating museum boasts a new and printmakers. Special exhibits: beginning Sep 10—Judith dents $6; children (18 and under) free. Designed by James wing with a 190-seat auditorium and a glass-covered atrium. Solomon: In Perspective; Co/So Artists A to Z; Stuart Dunkel: SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617-266- Stirling, Britain’s famous post-modernist architect, the Sackler The collection showcases African, Asian, Pacific Island and Stu’z Zoo. 1810. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The oldest non-profit crafts boasts pieces from Harvard’s extensive art collection spanning American folk and decorative art, a maritime collection dating organization in the country specializes in contemporary centuries and encompassing one end of the globe to the other. back to the museum’s earliest days and the first collection of GALLERIA FLORENTIA, 79 Newbury St., 617-585-9200. Tue–Sat American crafts. The jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics Special exhibit: Re-View, a collection of highlights from the Native American art in the hemisphere. Special exhibits: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. or by appointment. Galleria Florentia is a gallery range from cutting-edge to traditional, from functional to ___Harvard Art Museum. Auspicious Wishes and Natural Beauty in Korean Art; Of Gods and boutique featuring European fine arts including bronze sculp- sculptural. 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BRATTLE BOOK SHOP, 9 West St., 617-542-0210. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. You’re sure to find just about anything you’re looking for at the Brattle Book Shop, established in 1825. From used copies to new releases, the possibilities are endless as to what story you’ll discover next.
GROLIER POETRY BOOK SHOP, 6 Plympton St., Cambridge, 617-547-4648. Tue & Wed 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 6 p.m. This is the oldest poetry bookshop in the U.S. still operating today. With an extensive stock of more than 15,000 current vol- umes of trade, small press and university publications, Grolier is well-versed in verse. You can even find guidebooks on prose, Fashion Meets Fandom information on poetry markets and spoken word CDs. n the sports-mad Hub, Boston gals LUCY’S LEAGUE Faneuil Hall Marketplace Ishow off their spirit for our local CLOTHING
North Market Building, teams as much as their male counter- hub: the around BROOKS BROTHERS, 46 Newbury St., 617-267-2600. 1st Floor parts—but that doesn’t mean they want 617-248-3986 Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. to dress like the boys, too. Luckily, GALLERIA FLORENTIA: This Newbury Since 1818, Brooks Brothers has been a staple of men’s there’s now Lucy’s League, a new boutique at Faneuil Hall Street gallery offers a variety of museum-qual- attire with everything from sophisticated suits to more casu- ity art objects from Europe, from Murano glass al, preppy apparel. Whether it’s the perfect pair of boxers or a Marketplace that moves beyond pink hats and jerseys and and bronze sculptures to furniture and hand- chic blazer, fellas are sure to revel in the classy, clean SEMI-ANNUAL SALE gives fashion-conscious sports fans a chance to look stylish tooled leather. Refer to listing, below. appearance for which the Brooks Brothers brand is known. Hudson at sporting events, or anywhere. A first for Boston, the store 312 Shawmut Ave. CHANEL BOUTIQUE, 5 Newbury St., on the ground floor of stocks designer brands like Nike, Banner 47 and celebrity 617-292-0900 the Taj Hotel, 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Through September 7 Alyssa Milano’s Touch line, which celebrate female fans’ ART & ANTIQUES Modeled after the famed Chanel Boutique in Paris, the Boston outpost of this storied franchise offers a range of favorite teams with apparel and accessories fit for the gym, There’s nothing that puts a guest ARTMOSPHERE GALLERY, 28½ Prince St., 617-720-4278. Chanel products, including a line of clothing designed by the stadium and even the nightclub. —Kristen Berke at ease like stepping into a beau- artmosphereinternational.com. Call for hours of operation. Karl Lagerfeld, as well as shoes, accessories, handbags G N I P P O H S tifully decorated abode—and This gallery features beautiful, innovative works from noted and fragrances. Bostonian photographers and painters. Framing services are there’s nothing that puts a host at also offered. THE HARVARD COOP, 1400 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MOVIN’ ON ease like being able to beautifully 617-499-2000, www.thecoop.com. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–10 decorate that abode without hav- GALLERIA FLORENTIA, 79 Newbury St., 617-585-9200. p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Founded in 1882, The Harvard DOWN Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., or by appointment. This premier Cooperative Society—better known as The Coop—has ing to take out a second mort- source for original, museum-quality art displays exclusive grown into America's largest college bookstore. Located in SASSOON SALON gage. That’s why amateur decora- furnishings from Milan, masterful Murano glass, bronze and the heart of Harvard Square, The Coop offers the largest 399 Boylston St. stone sculptures, exquisite paintings, chess sets, hand-tooled selection of officially licensed Harvard insignia sportswear, 617-536-5496 tors are flocking to South End Tuscan leather and Capodimonte porcelain. gifts and souvenirs. Explore a vast array of books, fine art boutique Hudson through prints, posters, frames, stationery and greeting cards. While most of us September 7 for its semi-annual INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St., Custom book orders are available, and the Coop hosts fre- 617-375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 quent author events. wouldn’t mind a bit of sale. Lavish custom upholstery is a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This acclaimed fine art poster penthouse, pie-in-the-sky living, one of Boston’s top shops 20% off, while other treasures are gallery displays original vintage posters from the 1890s J. AUGUST CO., 1320 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617- for choice coiffures is takin’ it to the streets—street-level, that selling for up to 50% off. Favorites through post-World War II modern masters. 864-6650. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Conveniently located opposite Harvard Yard’s Holyoke Gate, is. The legendary Sassoon Salon celebrates its 20th anniver- among Hudson’s home collections LANNAN SHIP MODEL GALLERY, 99 High St., 617-451-2650. J. August offers the complete selection of officially licensed sary with a move to a brand-new location—a bigger, better include lanai frames with a white Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat 12:30–3:30 p.m. As one of Harvard University apparel and other souvenirs, and has Boston’s oldest galleries with a strictly nautical theme, Lannan been in continuous operation since 1891. ground-level space in the heart of Back Bay. Already one of shell finish, vintage rocking offers a plethora of sea-related treasures, from contemporary the most illustrious salons in the city, Sassoon’s sleek and chairs, fun and funky cowhide yacht models to beautiful paintings of antique ships. LOUIS BOSTON, 234 Berkeley St., 617-262-6100. Mon, Tue, minimalist, yet warm and welcoming, new space fills its rugs and shiny silver piggy banks. Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Wed & Thu ’til 7 p.m. Housed in a historic former Back Bay museum building, this Boston institu- 3,000 square feet with 26 hair stations, an open color bar Don’t miss this chance to shop at ARTS & CRAFTS tion maintains its cutting-edge allure by offering upscale men’s and a certified organic product line. The space may be new, one of Boston’s best boutiques at fashions by up-and-coming designers, as well as women’s but the standards that have made this styling stalwart a cut prices that won’t come around THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617- fashions, bed and bath items and home accessories. 266-1810. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The oldest non profit craft above___ for two decades remain the same. —Josh B. Wardrop again for months. —Kristen Berke organization in the country, established in 1897. The Society (continued on page 70) ___
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SHOPPING p.m. This youthful, cutting-edge department store’s mission of “fashion and quality at the best price” translates to inex- LUX BOND & GREEN, 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747. pensive, trendy clothes for men and women, as H & M Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 5 p.m. Since 1898, Lux boasts the freshest, most up-to-date fashion trends in color, Bond & Green has provided its customers with diamonds, material and style. gold jewelry, watches and giftware from around the world. The store offers a corporate gift division, bridal and gift reg- G N I P P O H S LORD & TAYLOR, 760 Boylston St., 617-262-6000. Mon–Fri istry, a full-service repair department, gift certificates and 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sat ’til 8:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. elegant gift wrapping. One of the oldest department stores in the nation, the Lord & Taylor brand is all about class. Find pieces from high-end ROSS-SIMONS JEWELERS, The Shops at Prudential Center, designers such as Chanel, trendier items for a younger 800 Boylston St., 617-262-0935; The Natick Collection, Offering a Creative Menu crowd or try on some of the store’s own brand name cloth- Natick, 508-655-2956; Atrium Mall, Chestnut Hill, 617-965- Specializing in Fresh ing, such as designs by Charles Nolan. 5300. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Seafood and Homemade Chestnut Hill: Sun noon–6 p.m. Ross-Simons Jewelers is Pasta. Visit the Hyatt around the hub: MACY’S, 450 Washington St., 617-357-3195. Mon–Sat 10 New England’s famous destination for fabulous jewelry and a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Discover the season’s fine Swiss watches—all at legendary great prices. If you’re Harborside and Relax in hottest trends, newest styles and best prices. Choose from thinking about diamonds, Ross-Simons is a must-visit attrac- Our Unique Atmosphere, your favorite designers: Coach, Polo, DKNY, Hugo Boss, the tion. They have one simple promise: the absolute best prices Enjoy the Spectacular View Martha Stewart Collection and more. on certified diamonds anywhere in the country. of the Boston Skyline and MARSHALLS, 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066. Mon–Sat 9 SHREVE, CRUMP & LOW, 440 Boylston St., 617-267-9100. Taste What Boston Is a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; 350 Washington St., Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Talking About. Downtown Crossing, 617-338-6205. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7:30 Serving Bostonians since 1796, this Boston institution boasts p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Its mantra “Brand name clothing for of being the oldest continuously operating luxury business in less” has made this discount retailer a bargain hunter’s dream the U.S. Its Back Bay location is filled with glittering dia- come true. From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls fea- monds, fine jewelry, watches, silver, china, porcelain, sta- tures designer clothing for men, women and children. tionery, antiques and more. Hyatt Harborside 101 Harborside Drive SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, The Shops at Prudential Center, TIFFANY & CO., Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., 617-353- Boston, MA 02128 Located in South Station 800 Boylston St., 617-262-8500. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., 0222. Mon, Tue & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 7 p.m., (617) 568-6060 T-Shirts/Souvenirs/Trolley Tours Sun noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s premier upscale retail Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. This world-renowned jeweler has been www.boston.hyatt.com giants, Saks proffers a wide selection of high-end fashion synonymous with quality, integrity and tradition for more than [email protected] 617-330-1230 apparel, accessories, cosmetics and home decor pieces from 150 years. The Copley Place store features an exquisite array ___ an assortment of unique and name-brand designers. of diamonds, rings, timepieces and accessories. ___ 70 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 71 aroundthehub:NIGHTLIFE TISTIK, 54 Church St., Cambridge, 617-661-0900. Mon–Wed SHOES 10:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. www.shoptistik.com. This Harvard Square retailer specializes ALLEN-EDMONDS, 36 Newbury St., 617-247-3363. Mon–Fri A Laughing Cocktail of in handmade, unique and fashionable jewelry, accessories 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Step out and home decorating products made by artisans in develop- in luxurious style with Allen-Edmonds’ collections of wing Matter the Week ing countries who work independently or in partnership with tips, capped toes and slip-on kilties and tassles. This world- socially responsible organizations that help them improve class men’s footwear retailer, famous for its 212-step con- THE BOSTON their living standards through the sale of their work. struction process, features shoes made of top-quality leather COMEDY FESTIVAL and all-natural materials. Various locations August 29–September 5 MALLS/SHOPPING CENTERS HELEN’S LEATHER, 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon–Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m., CAMBRIDGESIDE GALLERIA, 100 CambridgeSide Place, Sun ’til 6 p.m. For more than 35 years, Helen’s Leather has ince 2000, The Boston Cambridge, 617-621-8666. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sun supplied New Englanders with quality Western boots by 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This three-level mall features department makers like Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. SComedy Festival has stores such as Sears and Best Buy, as well as more than 100 In addition, Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and been unearthing and other stores and specialty shops including the largest Gap in Stetson hats, as well as leather jackets and bags. celebrating Boston’s best Boston, J. Crew, Old Navy, Borders, Victoria’s Secret and more. JOHN FLUEVOG, 302 Newbury St., 617-266-1079. Mon–Sat undiscovered comedians. COPLEY PLACE, Copley Square, 617-369-5000. The magnif- noon–8 p.m., Sun 1–6 p.m. This funky footwear retailer This year, the festival con- icent Copley Place features more than 100 upscale stores, features shoes created by the maverick designer, ranging tinues to provide fresh- including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Gucci and Williams- from mind-bending platforms to the classic black boot and Sonoma. A variety of restaurants, including Legal Sea Foods, his tried-and-true “Angels.” The Newbury Street locale is faced comics with the offer shoppers numerous dining options. To receive a free the only place in Boston to find a wide range of his cutting- chance to showcase their talent for live audiences (including Ultimate Shopping Excursions card, stop by one of the cus- edge styles. tomer service kiosks. talent scouts from across the country) as they compete in semi-final rounds at the Hard Rock Café in hopes of winning THE CORNER MALL, corner of Winter and Washington SPORTING GOODS the $10,000 grand prize on September 5. In addition, this streets. One-stop shopping in Downtown Crossing. You’ll find the latest styles at shops like Discovery Imports, Bath & Body BILL RODGERS RUNNING CENTER, 353 North Market Bldg., weeklong laugh-a-palooza features special themed comedy Works, Champs, Wet Seal and Aldo Shoes. In addition, the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612. Mon–Sat 10 shows at area clubs like Mottley’s Comedy Club and Tommy’s Corner Mall features an international food court to please a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Owned by the four-time Comedy Lounge, an August 29 show at the Wang Theatre by every palate, including Sakkio Japan and India Entrees. Boston Marathon winner, the Bill Rodgers Running Center THE RIBBON
SHOPPING boasts the most experienced running staff in Boston. Since the acerbic Lewis Black (pictured above) and a September 5 Rialto 20 University Road, Cambridge THE HERITAGE ON THE GARDEN, 300 Boylston St., 617- 1977, they have been helping fellow runners find the best roast of local legend Tony V featuring luminaries like Bobcat 426-9500. Call for individual store hours. This residen- shoes for their individual needs. 617-661-5050 tial/office/retail complex located alongside the Public Garden Goldthwait. Refer to listing, page 55. —Kristen Berke features a handful of upscale retailers, including St. John Being able to support a good Boutique, Sonia Rykiel, Escada, Hermes, Exhale Spa and SPORTS MEMORABILIA cause just by sipping a delicious Anne Fontaine. FENWAY SPORTSZONE, 306 Newbury St., 617-437-1010. WET & WILD cocktail is the ultimate win-win MARKETPLACE CENTER, located between Faneuil Hall and Daily 11 a.m.–7 p.m., with extended hours on game days. situation. Thanks to the Harvard the Waterfront. Twenty-four distinctive shops surround an Boasting “The most balls in Boston,” Fenway Sportszone is Square Business Association’s open court known as the Exedra, where you will always find Boston’s largest memorabilia shop, featuring the city’s SPLASH a wide range of unusual pushcarts and entertainment events biggest selection of autographed items. They also have all 150 Kneeland St. Think Pink, Drink Pink, Shop Pink 617-523-8323 unique to this wonderful area. Within walking distance are your fan gear, souvenir and apparel needs, as well as a campaign supporting breast can- literally hundreds of other shops, restaurants, pubs and selection of Boston souvenirs. On the face of it, Boston cer organizations, that’s exactly around thenightspots. hub: and Miami have little in what you can do by ordering a THE SHOPS AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 Boylston St., SUNGLASSES common: Miami has moji- special drink like The Ribbon at 800-SHOP-PRU. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. The Shops at Prudential Center features over 75 stores SOL OPTICS, 329 Hanover St., 617-523-3005; seven other tos, techno music and tanned hardbodies named Luis, while Charles Hotel eatery Rialto—a and restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory, Saks Fifth locations. Daily 10 a.m.–9 p.m. www.x-wear.com. For fash- Boston has Sam Adams, “Sweet Caroline” and pasty white zingy mixture of Campari, Ty Ku Avenue, Ann Taylor and J. Jill. It is also the launch spot for ion, sport or recreation, this North End retailer is your sun- guys named Fitzy. However, entrepreneur Frank DePasquale is soju, vodka, grapefruit juice and the city’s renowned tourist resource, the Boston Duck Tours. glass destination. The store carries more than 35 brands and showcases hundreds of styles. Check out the web site to bringing sleek Miami club appeal to Beantown with his new lime—or other creations at view the complete line of merchandise. Splash Ultra Lounge & Burger Bar. The new Leather District Harvard Square watering holes MUSIC/VIDEO venue boasts a spacious roof deck with a decorative fountain like Grendel’s Den, The Hong Kong NEWBURY COMICS, 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. WIRELESS PHONES and plush cabanas, and a hip and comfortable interior lounge and Noir. Area restaurants and Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sun 11 offering dining until 2 a.m. Cuisine at Splash is centered around shops also get in on the act with a.m.–7 p.m. Also: 36 JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge, 617- WARLOX WIRELESS, 800 Boylston St. (Prudential Center), 491-0337; North Market Building, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-927-7500. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun ’til 6 p.m. a gourmet burger bar, boasting Kobe beef, tuna and lobster non-alcoholic “pink” products—a 617-248-9992. You’ll have a “wicked good time” at this www.iUnlock.com. This mobile phone headquarters burgers, and an array of refreshing specialty cocktails. In a city donation being made to charity upstart local chain, which boasts the cheapest CD prices in specializes in unlocked GSM phones and carries a wide where the winters are no picnic, Splash seems set to hook with each item sold through town, including import, indie and major label releases, as variety of Bluetooth headsets and hundreds of other wireless ___well as T-shirts, comics and other pop culture kitsch items. accessories. Boston up with a hint of endless summer. —Josh B. Wardrop August 31. —Kristen ___Berke
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The model for the Social Club Saturdays in the 4th Level Club. beloved sitcom, this Back Bay pub is one of the top visitor KITTY O’SHEA’S, 131 State St., 617-725-0100. Mon–Fri attractions in Boston. Live weekend entertainment. 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–2 a.m. Pine floors GAME ON, 82 Lansdowne St., 617-351-7001. Mon–Fri 7 imported from Belfast and stained glass windows depicting a.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–2 a.m. The ultimate for any CLERY’S, 113 Dartmouth St., 617-262-9874. Daily 11 historical Irish scenes add to the immense character of this sports club enthusiast: a bar/restaurant/nightclub built inside a.m.–1:30 a.m. Considered one of the city’s best neighbor- bar, the only U.S. outpost of this European chain of Irish bars. Fenway Park. The newest jewel in the renovation of the hood bars, Clery’s is a cozy bistro and party-friendly bar On weeknights it’s a relaxed place to catch a game on TV or Fenway area, this nightspot offers a cool, sleek spot in which wrapped all in one. Irish food and 16 draught beers are enjoy live Irish tunes. On weekends, though, it’s packed with to sample a full menu and watch the Sox and other sporting served at the bar or by the fireplace, and live DJs and mostly college students who gather to hear some of the events on a number of big-screen TVs. karaoke offer a good time on select nights. hottest DJs around spin their favorite tracks. JILLIAN’S BOSTON, 145 Ipswich St. (behind Fenway Park), DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall THE LIVING ROOM, 101 Atlantic Ave., 617-723-5101. 617-437-0300. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun noon–2 a.m. Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m. Watch for Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m., Sun 10 a.m.–1 a.m. Really, the Sun–Thu 18+, Fri & Sat 21+ after 8 p.m. One of Boston’s the outrageous antics of Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up name says it all. The Living Room is comfortable and casual, largest entertainment complexes, this fun and diverse club buckets of sloppy ribs, succulent crab and shrimp, juicy and the plush, pillowy couches are just begging you to sink features 50 pool tables and six full bars. Lucky Strike Lanes steaks and chicken, two-fisted sandwiches, burgers and sal- in. Although it’s a high-end lounge, there’s no pretention here bowling is located on the third floor, and there’s late-night ads. If that isn’t entertaining enough, there’s live music every and the feel is homey. Creative cocktails and an extensive dancing at Tequila Rain (“spring break 52 weeks a year”) on night with no cover. SEE LOCATOR #3 ON CENTER MAP. menu of comfort food favorites are best enjoyed in The the first floor. Proper dress required. Living Room. DILLON’S, 955 Boylston St., 617-421-1818. Mon–Fri 11 KINGS, 10 Scotia St., 617-266-BOWL. Mon 5 p.m.–2 a.m., PHOTOBY D EREK KOUYOUMJIAN a.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–2 a.m. Located in the heart REDLINE, 59 JFK St., Cambridge, 617-491-9851. Kitchen: Tue–Sun 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. Voted Best of Boston 2006, DICK’S LAST RESORT: The Faneuil Hall of the Back Bay, Dillon’s draws an older, stylish crowd of Mon–Sat 5–11 p.m. Bar: Mon–Wed ’til 1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 Kings features state-of-the-art bowling lanes, pool tables and Marketplace outpost of this irreverent bar/ young professionals and locals. The front bar and sunken a.m. A bustling bar scene is housed within this fashionable video technology for sports viewing. With three bars and a restaurant chain offers a rollicking good time dining area feature flat-screen TVs, leather seating and lounge/restaurant, which serves spicy cucumber martinis and full-service restaurant serving top-notch American cuisine, for all. Refer to listing, right. upscale fare. watermelon margaritas. Local and international DJs keep the Kings is truly a playground for grown-ups. around the hub: the around energetic and mature crowds shaking their bodies on the THE DRUID, 1357 Cambridge St., Cambridge, 617-497- dancefloor well into the night. LIMELIGHT STAGE & STUDIOS, 204 Tremont St., 617-423- 0965. Daily 11 a.m.–1 a.m. The Druid, a classic Irish pub 0785. Thu 8 p.m.–1 a.m., Fri & Sat 7 p.m–1 a.m. Studios PUBS AND BARS with a modern twist, has something for every taste. Housed THE SUNSET GRILL & TAP, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of can be rented Mon–Sat by reservation. What would we do in Cambridge’s oldest wooden mercantile building in the Harvard and Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. This without technology? Limelight Stage & Studios uses it to THE BELL IN HAND TAVERN, 45 Union St., 617-227-2098. heart of Inman Square, the pub’s hearty Irish meals and popular Allston hangout features Boston’s best beer selec- allow everyone, from the musical savant to the tone deaf, to Daily 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. Opened in 1795, the Bell in Hand is English soccer on the big screen cater to locals and old- tion, with more than 112 beers on tap and over 400 micro- perform and record tunes. It’s a karaoke mecca for singers the oldest tavern in the U.S. This casual pub, offering pints, timers by day. But on weekend nights, a live DJ, local bands brews. Its food entices too, with award-winning steam beer and music lovers everywhere. food and live music, attracts locals, students and visitors and the selection of draft beers bring in a crowd of stylish burgers, famous curly fries, buffalo wings and giant nachos. alike. Tue—Karaoke night. 20- and 30-somethings. Wed—Pub Quiz. VERTIGO, 126 State St., 617-723-7277. Tue–Sun 10 p.m.–
NIGHTLIFE TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., 617-536-1775. Listen to 2 a.m. Sandwiched between Quincy Market and the Financial BLEACHER BAR, 82A Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. No THE GREATEST BAR, 262 Friend St., 617-367-0544. the sounds of live jazz seven nights a week while experienc- District, this trendy dance club draws a hip, jet-set crowd, cover. Sun–Wed from 11 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. Mon–Thu 4 p.m.–2 a.m., Fri–Sun noon–2 a.m. Cover charge ing the breathtaking view atop Boston’s Prudential Center. and even the occasional pro athlete. The first floor lounge Inside Fenway Park, underneath the bleachers, take in center varies. Located across from TD Garden, the home of the Featuring a midnight menu Sun–Wed ’til 1 a.m., Thu–Sat offers a relaxed atmosphere before you head to the down- field views of America’s most beloved ballpark. With the feel Boston Celtics and Bruins, there’s no better place to ’til 2 a.m. stairs dance floor, where DJs spin trance, house, R&B, E F I L T H G I N of a neighborhood pub and featuring a deli-style menu and sit back, enjoy a beer or martini, and remember why reggae and Caribbean music. cold beer, Bleacher Bar is open all year round. Boston rocks. WHISKEY PARK, Park Plaza Hotel, 64 Arlington St., 617-542- 1482. Daily 4 p.m.–2 a.m. A sleek, sophisticated lounge in BRISTOL LOUNGE, Four Seasons Hotel, 200 Boylston St., GYPSY BAR, 116 Boylston St., 617-482-7799. Tue–Sat 5:30 Boston’s swank Park Plaza Hotel, Whiskey Park attracts a GAY AND LESBIAN 617-351-2037. Jazz entertainers create sounds as lush as p.m.–2 a.m. Internationals, or locals with a little international diverse crowd of internationals and the occasional celebrity. the setting on a Boston-made, antique Steinert piano. Live flair, will feel at home in this chic destination in the Theatre Finger foods are served alongside an extensive drink menu, CLUB CAFE, 209 Columbus Ave., 617-536-0966. Mon–Thu music nightly. District. Enjoy tapas-size plates of Moroccan-spiced chicken and dark wood and dim lighting set the mood. 11 a.m.–1:30 a.m., Fri & Sat 2 p.m.–2 a.m. No cover. In the legs or fennel-crusted ahi tuna, homemade sangria and back of this restaurant, you’ll find the Moonshine and THE BURREN, 247 Elm St., Somerville, 617-776-6896. designer martinis, and DJs spinning Top 40 dance tunes. Satellite lounges, voted “Best of Boston” by Boston magazine
around theDaily hub: 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. This popular Irish pub, located in With its high-style decor, dimly lit corners and occasional NIGHTCLUBS and The Improper Bostonian for best gay and lesbian Somerville’s Davis Square, features traditional Irish music every celebrity appearances, the Gypsy Bar is the place to see and nightspot. Wed at 9 p.m.—Karaoke; Thu—Boom Thursdays; night of the week. Rock bands play in the back room, and be seen—or just to enjoy a late-night rendezvous. THE BEEHIVE, 541 Tremont St., 617-423-0069. Nightly 5:30 Fri—Edge Fridays with DJ Aga; Sat—Mayhem Saturdays, hearty fare like burgers, steak and shepherd’s pie is served p.m.–2 a.m.; Sat & Sun Brunch 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m., bar 3–5 featuring Top 40 and dance hits. along with a large selection of draught beer and wine. Mon at 8 THE HARP, 85 Causeway St., 617-742-1010. Mon–Sat 11 p.m. This new South End establishment offers a full and p.m.—Set dancing lessons; Tue—Open mic. a.m.–2 a.m, Sun noon–2 a.m. Located just across the street diverse dinner menu, sophisticated cocktail selection and MACHINE, 1254 Boylston St., 617-536-1950. Fri & Sat from the Garden, this favorite for area workers and college nightly live jazz performances, making The Beehive the noon–2 a.m. Cover varies. Cash only. With two dance floors, CASK ’N FLAGON, 62 Brookline Ave., 617-536-4840. students is all things in one: quiet lunch spot, popular pre- mature hipster’s choice for a fun and funky night out. four bars, six pool tables, pinball machines, video games Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun ’til 1 a.m. A hangout for game hang-out and late-night dancing haven. On weekend and theme nights, this club offers Boston’s gay and lesbian Red Sox fans since the days of Yastrzemski and Fisk, this nights you can usually check out a local cover band perform- FELT, 533 Washington St., 617-350-5555. Tue–Sat 5 p.m.– party-goers a plethora of nightlife options. Thu at 10 p.m.— classic bar boasts tons of TVs for watching the Sox—if you ing on the first floor stage, while DJs take over the basement 2 a.m. This New York-style lounge next to Boston’s Opera Karaoke with Adam Morris; Fri—VJ Tom Yaz and DJ Darrin ___get shut out of Fenway Park across the street—and is loaded dance floor, allowing you to dance the night away. House features four floors of entertainment for fashionable Friedman; Sat—Shelter featuring DJ Punketta Dollie. ___ 74 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 75 around the hub: DINING ___ 77 75 Arlington 75 ...... Most more than $25 ...... $19–25 ...... $12–18 ...... Most less than $12 DINNER ENTREES BOSTONGUIDE.COM AVERAGE PRICE AVERAGE OF $ $$ $$$ $$$$ Many restaurants offer a wide range of entrees and prices; the therefore, classifications are only approximations. Refer to Cuisine page index, 94. SEE LOCATOR #2 ON SEE CENTER LOCATOR MAP. 222 Berkeley St., 617-247-2225. St., 222 Berkeley 359 Newbury 617-262-8900. St., 651 Boylston St., next to the famous Old famous the to next St., Boylston 651 The Colonnade 120 Ave., Hotel, Huntington 131 Dartmouth St., 617-859-8886. This casual This 617-859-8886. St., 131 Dartmouth The Eliot 617-536- 370-A Ave., Hotel, Commonwealth Nationally recognized executive chef known Robert Fathman, for his innovation and playful risk-taking in the cre- kitchen, ates contemporary American cuisine with a sophisticated edge and an emphasis on $$$ D. fresh B, seafood. BLUE, BANGKOK experi- The 617-266-1010. Square, Copley near Church South with food, Thai authentic prepare Blue Bangkok at chefs enced spicy, to mild from taste, your to suited individually dish each be can programs carb Low ingredients. quality fresh, using of glass a or beer Thai a with food your Complement requested. 11:30 Mon–Fri L available. is seating outdoor Seasonal wine. $$ p.m. 5–10 daily D p.m.; noon–3 Sun & Sat p.m., a.m.–3 BRASSERIE JO, of “sister” chef The award-Jean Joho’s 617-425-3240. winning Chicago restaurant combines traditional favorites (coq au vin and steak frites) with unique specialties (Uncle a wine list onion Home-brewed and tart). Hansi’s beer, desserts made in the French tradition complete this Gallic Seasonal $$$ experience. D. outdoor L, B, patio. GRILLE, CAPITAL Everything you expect in a steakhouse can be found right here at this upscale Newbury Street from favorite, the extraordinary dry-aged porterhouse to the homemade A perfect spot cheesecake. for power lunches or special $$$$ LS. C, D, occasions. CLIO, James Award-winning 7200. Beard chef Ken Oringer serves up French-American fare with some Asian striking influences in a sophisticated sleek, atmosphere styled that’s after a Bacon-wrappedParisian supper foie club. caramelized gras, swordfish au poivre and oxtail ginger-glazed keep customers coming back $$$$ for D. more. CAFE, COTTONWOOD and vege- pasta poultry, steaks, open-grill include Specialties Restaurant” western South Best “Boston’s Voted dishes. tarian recommended. Reservations Margarita.” Best “Boston’s and a.m.–5:30 11:30 L Mon–Fri parking. validated free hours Two & Sat Fri 11 ’til Sat p.m.; & 10 ’til D p.m.; p.m., SB Sun–Thu $$ www.cottonwoodboston.com. VP. LS, C, p.m. 11 a.m.–2:30 STEAKHOUSE, NORTHERN ITALIAN DAVIO’S Enjoy 617-357-4810. St., fine pasta steaks, and or seafood, lighter fare L in Mon–Fri 11:30 the a.m.–3 spacious bar. VP. Wed–Sat ’til 5–10 p.m.; 11 C, p.m., D p.m. Sun–Tue $$$. www.davios.com. DOUZO, mix and an eclectic cuisine Japanese eatery serves traditional as rolls, as such fare and tataki duck salmon-kiwi of original (serving after 10 p.m.) 10 after (serving KEY ...... Credit Cards Accepted Not ...... Brunch ...... Sunday Brunch ..Late Supper Supper ..Late ...... Valet ...... Valet Parking ...... Breakfast ...... Lunch ...... Entertainment ...... Cocktails ...... Dinner B L D BR SB C LS VP NC * OUYOUMJIAN 138 Ave., Brighton K Refer to listing, to Refer EREK This festive Tex-Mex D 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of (corner Ave. 130 Brighton PHOTOBY 379 Washington St., Brighton, 617-987-0884. Brighton, Washington St., 379 The Lenox 61 Hotel, Exeter St., restaurant restaurant in the downtown offers Theatre sizzling District Southwestern fare cocktails. creative along and colorful with page 85. FAJITAS FAJITAS & ’RITAS: BACK BAY BAY BACK AZURE, menu and Azure’s con- 617-933-4800. cept are designed to be as clear and understated as the color palette itself. ALLSTON/BRIGHTON ALLSTON/BRIGHTON THE BATTERY, This authentic Irish fish and chips shop offers classic fried fare and a casual Cheerful atmosphere. service, generous portions and a battered variety and of fried crispy, goods make for a hearty evening meal or tasty late-night snack, cholesterol LS. D, be L, darned. $$ BIG CITY PIZZA KITCHEN & POOL HALL, Allston, 617-782-2020. In 617-782-2020. this Allston, two-floor renovated, bank you’ll building, décor find “retro-metro” featur- one-of-a-kind ing life size as murals, well as 15 champion-size pool tables, 6 foosball 80 tables, beer taps and outrageous thin crust pizzas that always keep customers LS, D, coming L, back. Sat & $ SB. & GRILL THE TAP, SUNSET This 617-254-1331. Allston, avenues), Harvard and Brighton selection, beer best Boston’s features hangout Allston popular on 112 than more with beers tap and over with too, Its entices food 400 microbrews. burgers, beer steam award-winning and wings buffalo fries, curly famous $ SB. LS, C, D, L, nachos. giant —Kristen Berke Berke —Kristen September 9, 2009 9, September THE 09/09/09 MENU Asana 776 Boylston St. 617-535-8800 is meal prix-fixe The three-course industry. a of staple the restaurant date But a when one-of-a-kind toes that numerologists’ makes along— comes in curl delight as such spe- extra (09/09/09)—something Asana, why That’s for. is cial called at Bay Back swanky the restaurant is Oriental, the Mandarin hotel nine-course a spectacular offering only, one night For for $99. dinner Boutin Nicolas Chef Executive gastronomical all sensible exceeds and serves up irre- boundaries pan-fried like delicacies sistible Georges seared gras, foie duck quail jumbo roasted scallops, Bank and figs poached for dessert, and, guanaja a not-to-be-missed So get cake. molten chocolate to and the nines dressed yourself and deca- enjoy a sophisticated along come that meal dent doesn’t everyday. Nine Dining Nine from —Amelia Mason —Amelia —Josh B. 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F 76 78 ___ around the hub: DINING Red Hot A M A R O N A P Boston’s Newest HotSpot 250 FranklinStreet |Boston Distinctive Cocktails The Langham,Boston Metropolitan Tea Global Cuisine bondboston.com Latest Sounds 617.956.8765 Mazzotta serves delicious dishes complemented by an exten- an by complemented dishes delicious serves Mazzotta chef cuisine.Anthony Executive Italian regional upscale and contemporary offers Lucca,Sasso eatery End North popular behind restaurateurs the from endeavor newest The RESTAURANT,SASSO SB,home.C.B,and $ from L, D, Sat away home your is House Pourfrills,fancy the no and flavor of plenty with appetizers and burgers,sandwiches for looking day.of you’re time If any super-cheapprices and portions generous its for evening,and the in bars area’spopular more the of one daytime,as the in menu brunch buzzworthy its for set college the with popular is spot neighborhood laid-back HOUSE,POUR THE menu.B,daily.Room L, D Oak $$$$ full and bar martinis, raw offers Bar feel.Oak adjoining The elegant yet comfortable a for ornaments wall and draperies paneling,rich wood stately with seafood.Replete fresh and chops and steaks prime of menu steakhouse traditional a offers James Ave.,spot 617-267-5300. sophisticated This OAKROOM,*THE p.m.$$$$ 5–10 Sun & p.m., Sat 5:30–11 chops.Mon–Frilamb rib double and cakes crab lump entrees,jumbo includingnon-beef other of variety a serve New Yorkand steak.mignon strip also filet including They beef, prime-aged their for famous are steakhouses renowned East,Center TwoLane,617-526-0410. Seaport These Street),617-266-5858; Exeter World St. at Trade Boylston STEAKHOUSE, THE MORTON’S eateries.D.$$$$ Boston acclaimed of crème la de crème the nation,and the in restaurants French finest the of one as alike diners and critics by edged evening.romantic acknowl- a Widely for out couples and brokers power both of favorite a is McClelland Frank chef top by helmed classicFrench sophisticated Hotel,this Oriental new,the Mandarin in luxurious 617-262-3023. Situated L’ESPALIER, bustlingactivity of Newbury Street. L, D, LS, C. $$ patiois agreat place for arelaxed lunch while looking on at the oneof Boston’s most romantic subterranean restaurants. The shoppingand savor authentic and delicious Indian cuisine at KASHMIR, $$$. p.m. 3–9 p.m.,Sun 11 ’til Sat p.m.,& Fria.m.–10 11:30 a.m.Cambridge:1 Mon–Thu ’til bar Thu–Sat p.m., raw 11 p.m.,’til a.m.–10 setting. Boston: 11:30 Thu–Sat Sun–Wed casual a in bar raw impressive an and chicken fried winning 9500.lobster,pan-roasted Top-notchas such award- fare Parkway,Brook 149 Alewife 867-9955; Cambridge,617-520- SHACK, SUMMER WHITE’S JASPER suggested.D.strongly $$$$ Steakhouse.Reservations Best for Fame ofmagazine’s Hall into watching.Inducted people for spot a as and bar impressive its for atmosphere.Lauded congenial yet clubby a as well list,as wine impressive an seafood,and and fish beef,imaginative dry-aged prime offers notch,eatery classy BAR, & 23 GRILL city’stheofone trendiest diningdestinations. L, D, VP.$$$$ artisticitsentsand presentation dishes,of Douzobecomehas creativewellascocktails. ultra-freshitsforKnown ingredi- SEE LOCATOR #6 ON CENTER MAP.LOCATORCENTER SEE ON #6 279Newbury St., 617-536-1695. Takeabreak from Mandarin Oriental Boston, 774 Boylston St., Boylston Boston,774 Oriental Mandarin 161 Berkeley St.,617-542-2255.Berkeley top- 161 This Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. Hotel,138 Plaza Copley Fairmont 907 Boylston St.,617-236-1737. Boylston 907 This 116 Huntington Ave.,116 617-247-2400. One Exeter Plaza (699 Plaza Exeter One 50 Dalton St.,617- Dalton 50 Boston *TOP OF THE HUB, THE OF *TOP LS.Bar: L,The D, C, LS. $$$$ only.events SB.Cafe: B,& Lounge:The L, L, D, The D, Sat C, special for available is Room cuisine.Dining historic The French contemporary award-winning offers landmark 1927 TAJ*THE BOSTON, favorite.B,gyros,Steve’sL,a D.and $ is kebabs spanikopita,pastichio,like shish specialties cuisine.Serving Greek prepared masterfully and hospitality Greek offered has restaurant family-run years,this 20 than more For CUISINE, GREEK STEVE’S C, VP Tue–Satevenings.$$$ p.m., a.m.–3 p.m.L,10 a.m.–10 D, SB 10 p.m., Sun a.m.–11 11:30 space. Mon–Sat dining skylit and cafe,bar club-like sidewalk a with best its at elegance food.Casual comfort sic clas- and cooking sophisticated showcases Sokolove’s eatery by 0990.Lauded NEWBURY,ON STEPHANIE’S menu.L,D, C, LS, VP.$$$ 250-bottle a from items enjoy to which in spot brick-walled bar,lovely wine and candlelit intimate downstairs an a boasts room.also dining restaurant colorful The a and cuisine classicbar, on American mahogany takes oven, creative brick cafe,50-foot streetside a features restaurant lively The by SONSIE, D.$ & alternative.L dining fast, cheap a shoppers Street Newbury specials.offers fun priced, Snappy and Affordably rolls maki prepared freshly in specializes bar sushi ranean tiny,sushi,this craving subter- you left has shopping of day your Sq.,Highland 617-625-0400.Somerville,Ave.,If Davis SUSHI, SNAPPY midnight.$$ ’til Sat p.m.,& Fria.m.–10:30 11 Sun–Thu D & p.m.,L a.m.–3 11 Sun Brunch seafood.Jazz for award lobster.2003 and Boston cakes of Best of Winner crab- sashimi, moonfish,tuna Maryland blackened as such specialties and atmosphere comfortable a Boston. Enjoy outside locations other Square,617-536-3500; Copley EMPORIUM, SEAFOOD SKIPJACK’S a.m.1:30 VP.$$$ ’til available menu late-night p.m.; 5 at nightly beginning accepted.D a.m.Reservations 2 ’til C and crowd hours after-the for fare lighter of menu a as well list,as wine sive Brookline, 617-734-4900; 435 Moody St., Waltham,49B 781-736- Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-497-4111; 286 HarvardCharles St., St., 617-723-9600; 683 Tremont St., 617-927-0090;THE UPPER CRUST, guests. VPavailable on Dartmouth Street. B, L, D, C, LS. $$$ cobaltblue tile. Private dining rooms accommodate 10–140 foot-highFrench windows, banquettes, mahogany paneling and asthe decor designed by Peter Niemitz, which features seven- awards, TurnerFisheries is known for its fresh seafood, as well Dartmouthstreets, 617-424-7425. Winnerof several regional TURNERFISHERIES, week.L,a D, LS,nights C. $$$$ seven jazz Live views. breathtaking the complements cuisine magnificent city.the of view spectacular The a and dining for Boston above stories 52 sitting like 617-536-1775.nothing is There Boston 327 Newbury St.,617-351-2500. Recommended Newbury 327 magazine as the place to “see and be seen.”be and to “see place the as magazine 144 Newbury St., 617-262-4530; 420 St.,617-262-4530; Newbury 144 The New YorkThe Stephanie Times , chef/owner 222 Newbury St., 617-262-0096; 20 800 Boylston St., Prudential Center,St.,Prudential Boylston 800 15 Arlington St.,15 617-536-5700.Arlington This WestinHotel Copley Place, Stuart and 316 Newbury St.,617-267-1817. Newbury 316 190 Newbury St.,617-236- Newbury 190 199 Clarendon St., Clarendon 199 www.turnersboston.com so good.fresh. soclose. TURNER Where the Where the locals go The Westin Copley Place FISHERIES R 10 Huntington Avenue ESTAURANT Valet parking at 617.424.7425 Boston, MA clam chowder Boston’s Chowderfest M O C . E D I U G N O T S O B hall offame &B best seafood people’s choiceaward restaurant thru Saturday Kids eatfree before 7pm boston’s Monday Monday AR
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Located Boylston BAR, RESTAURANTWINE MEDITERRANEAN & VLORA minutes) or just pop in for a slice. Delivery is available.screen. $$ If you’re on the go, call ahead for take-out (allowenjoy 20–25 a specialty pizza and watch your favorite team on an HDTVting. Come sit with friends in the uniquely designed diningNeapolitan-style room, pizza (thin crust, chunky sauce) in an0044; urban 94 set- Main St., Watertown, 617-923-6060. Traditional A M A R O N A P 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605; Faneuil Hall FaneuilSt., 617-227-9605; Beacon 84 288 Cambridge St.,of 617-367-3310.Cambridge One 288 545 HUNGRYI, 11:30a.m.–3 p.m.; 5–11D p.m. C. $$$ socialnightlife scene inthe heart ofBoston. 6:30–11B a.m.; L bardraws urban dwellers and hotel guests toanenergetic and graniteaccents add tothe contemporary style. Clink’s lobby kitchen,while gold leather seats, butcher block tables and diningroom with vestiges oforiginal jail cells and anopen tionwith contemporary Americaninnovation, Clink features a Servingmenua that artfully marries European culinary tradi- CLINK, site.L,on D, C,sold LS. $ chandise mer- Cheers licensed officially nights,and tainment Thu–Sat enter- beers.Live draft of variety a and Mary Bloody winning hungry for a hearty breakfast, be aware that this crowded this that aware breakfast,be hearty a for hungry PARAMOUNT,THE gras.L,foie D, LS.and $$$$ pasta fresh as such fare French and Italian classic of renditions inventive out kitchen,turning the in hand subtle a Lynchhas Hill.Chef Beacon atop atmosphere bistro sophisticated a in dishes style Italian and French up Lynchserves Barbara chef NO.PARK,9 able. C and light fare 5–7:30 p.m. www.hungryiboston.com.D 5:30–9:30 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–2 $$$$ p.m. Private dining roomsand avail- braised rabbit a la moutard. L Thu and Fri only,and noon–2creative p.m.; desserts. Signature dishes include venisonChef auPeter poivreBallarin delights patrons with French country cuisine townhousewith three working fireplaces and an outdoor patio, TheLiberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., 617-224-4004. 71 9 Park St., 617-742-9991. Nationally acclaimedSt.,Park617-742-9991. Nationally 9 1 ⁄ 2 CharlesSt., 617-227-3524. In a two-story 44 Charles St.,you’re 617-720-1152.Charles If 44 a.m.–11p.m. L, D, SB, C. www.scollaysquare.com. $$$ “Make YourBar”BloodyMary OwnSB. for Opendaily11:30 socialize,nightlyfeaturesandathree-course a menuand$22 meetingplacefriendsforsmalland groups eat, to drinkand taillist. 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B Boston the and River Charles the of views gorgeous and patio seasonal a boasts eatery influences.Spanish sophisticated Italian, and The French with fare playful,rich out dishes Magistris de Dante Chef *DANTE, selection.B,wine L, D,fine C. $$ its with concert in enjoyed be can flavors,which seasonal its England’sand New bounty Bambara’s celebrates cuisine blend. rhone doon bonny a with breast duck cured spice alongside soup tomato and cheese grilled as items menu such comfort,with and sophistication blends 4444.Bambara BAMBARA, a.m.www.classicirish.com.1 ’til a.m.,Sun a.m.–2 $ 10 a.m., Sat 2 ’til a.m.,Fri a.m.–1 & 11 Thu Mon–Wed meal.Open a and pint a for spot perfect a the Asgard make charge— cover no and nights,music,DJs trivia patio,live selection,outdoor beer craft large menu,a extensive an with sit—along to places cool,comfortable of variety a and bar.one-of-a-kind truly tables a Communal on touches ing finish- the putting artists local Ireland,with in designed was Massachusetts Ave.,Cambridge,617-577-9100. 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around the hub: the around G N I N I D Theatre District Dining HENRIETTA’S TABLE, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., SANDRINE’S BISTRO, 8 Holyoke St., Cambridge, 617-497- Theatre District Dining Cambridge, 617-661-5005. Nothing but locally grown and 5300. Renowned chef Raymond Ost serves delicious French organic produce is used to create a lively, textured menu of cuisine with German flair in a cozy, upscale atmosphere reinterpreted New England classics. Private dining room right around the corner from Harvard University. Signature available. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11 a.m., Sat 7–11 a.m., Sun dishes include Alsatian pizza, terre et mer, suffrom pot au feu 7–10:30 a.m.; Sat and SB noon–3 p.m.; L Mon–Fri noon–3 and roasted baby spring lamb rack. Daily 11:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m.; D daily 5:30–10 p.m. $ p.m. $$$$
*HONG KONG, 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617- SHERATON COMMANDER RESTAURANT, 16 Garden St., 864-5311. A local favorite for more than five decades, this Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-547-4800. New England- A Funny Looking Fork... Harvard Square fixture serves a full array of classic Chinese style cuisine in a relaxed, elegant setting with a casual dishes and exotic drinks, including its world-renowned scor- atmosphere. B, L, D, SB. $$ The Best Prop of the Evening! pion bowl. Perfect for a meal with friends, including lunch, dinner or late-night snacks, or for checking out the latest TORY ROW, 3 Brattle St., Harvard Square, 617-876-TROW. sports action in the bar. Open Sun–Thu 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Located at the heart of Harvard Square, Tory Row takes its Fri & Sat ’til 2:30 a.m. $ name from the 1770s term for Brattle Street, once populated by British loyalists. Serving up an eclectic mix of Euro- INDIA PAVILION, 17 Central Square, Cambridge, 617-547- American dishes at affordable prices, this neighborhood bar The Park Plaza Hotel 7463. One of the best traditional Northern Indian cuisine and restaurant has shed the conservative roots of its name (Arlington St. & Columbus Ave.) 25 West Sreet restaurants in the area, India Pavilion has been a Cambridge and replaced them with a diverse and creative culinary aes- (617) 357-7007 by Boston Common 617-426-1222 staple for more than 25 years. A menu of lamb, chicken and thetic. L, D. $$ www.meltingpot.com www.fajitasandritas.com vegetarian specialties is complemented by a selection of fine Indian wines and beer. L buffet daily noon–3 p.m.; D daily TUPELO, 1193 Cambridge St., Cambridge, 617-868-0004. 1 2 3 5–11 p.m. $ Located in Cambridge’s Inman Square, this popular dinner destination features down-home, New Orleans-influenced In the heart of Boston, RIALTO, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Cam bridge, Southern comfort food. Reasonable prices, a cheery waitstaff located between Park Square, the Back Bay, the South End, 617-661-5050. One of Greater Boston’s top restaurants, and simple, excellent cooking make for a deeply satisfying and the Theater District… which recently underwent an extensive renovation, features excursion Down South. D. $$ fine wines and delectable Italian cuisine. Chef Jody Adams showcases her creative talents on a brand-new menu. UPSTAIRS ON THE SQUARE, 91 Winthrop St., Cambridge, Reservations recommended. D. $$$$ 617-864-1933. Boasting an eclectic decor, this lush urban
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ZEPHYR ON THE CHARLES, Hyatt Regency Cambridge, 575 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, 617-441-6510. This restaurant serves a traditional menu of appetizers and entrees—includ- ing jumbo lump blue crab cakes and Maine lobster—burst- ing with flavor and flair. The setting features spectacular . . . Just a views of the Boston skyline. B, L, D, C. $$
ZOE’S, 1105 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-495- Heartbeat 0055. Offering a menu of delicious homemade Greek and American food in a fun atmosphere, this retro establishment away! serves breakfast all day, and take-out and catering are avail- able. A popular destination for the weekend brunch crowd, Zoe’s is also a great place for dinner, boasting an affordable selection of beer and wine. For dessert, try the delicious cheesecake frappe or the famous frozen hot chocolate. B, L, D, SB. Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun ’til 9 p.m. $
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OLIVES, 10 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-1999. Celebrity chef Todd English got his start with this local eatery, and the Charlestown flagship restaurant is still the unparal- leled king of his endeavors. Sample English’s multi-layered, ingredient rich, pan-Mediterranean creations. D. $$$$
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AVENUE ONE, Hyatt Regency (near The Opera House and Downtown Crossing), 1 Ave. de Lafayette, 617-422-5579. A Boston Tradition Enjoy traditional New England fare with a contemporary twist A National Historic Landmark in a relaxing atmosphere. B, L, D, C. $$
*BOND, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451- 1900. This swanky restaurant and lounge boasts a diverse cocktail and wine menu to accompany a wide range of exotic
DINING international cuisine, all served in a sophisticated, modern setting. L, D, C. $$$
*CAFÉ FLEURI, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451-1900. Enjoy what Boston magazine calls “the best America’s Sunday brunch in Boston,” or sample a la carte Mediterran - ean and American fare, and French desserts—all within a Oldest sunlit garden atrium. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11:30 a.m., Sat Restaurant 7:30–11 a.m.; L daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat 6–10 On The p.m., Sun 4–10 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. $$ Freedom Trail In The CALITERRA, Hilton Boston/Financial District, 89 Broad St., Faneuil Hall Area 617-348-1234. Located in the heart of the Financial District, this casual, upscale restaurant features Cal-Ital cuisine with At The Corner Mall around the hub: Specializing In Yankee Style Seafood, seasonal New England flavors. B, L, D. $$ you have the best of Boston Fresh New England Lobster CHART HOUSE, 60 Long Wharf, 617-227-1576. The Chart And Grilled Meats House boasts an impressive menu of fresh seafood, including with boutiques and an specialties like the crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer, 41 Union Street • 617-227-2750 shrimp fresca, macadamia crusted mahi-mahi, slow roasted in t e r national food court Sunday-Thursday 11 am-9:30 pm prime rib and its signature dessert—hot chocolate lava cake. Friday & Saturday 11 am-10 pm Private parties for 30 or more by reservation only. L, D, C, of fering something for every palate! Union Bar til-Midnight free VP. $$$ All Major Credit Cards Honored • Validated Parking Visit Our Website • www.unionoysterhouse.com *ELEPHANT & CASTLE, 161 Devonshire St., 617-350-9977. ___ This British pub and restaurant is famous for its fish and At the Corner of Winter & Washington Streets 84 PANORAMA
4 5/8 x 7 3/4 Panorama Boston 12/24/01 chips, great beer selection and the warmth of its hospitality. used in preparing the cuisine, with heart-healthy olive oils ROWES WHARF SEA GRILLE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Also enjoy trivia Tue at 6:30 p.m., live music Fri at 6:30 p.m., and aromatic herbs instead flavoring classic Provencal dishes Wharf, 617-856-7744. Chef Daniel Bruce helms the kitchen Sat karaoke, murder mystery dinner theater and comedy. like bouillabaisse, salad Nicoise and ratatouille. Diners can at this new restaurant that celebrates its spectacular harbor- Banquet space available. B Mon–Sat 6:30–11 a.m., Sun 7 enjoy the extensive wine list and an exquisite “small plate” front setting by showcasing the best offerings of the sea. a.m.–noon; L & D daily ’til 11 p.m.; C ’til 1 a.m. $$ SB in a dining room overlooking Boston Harbor. $$$ Simple, fresh cuisine, contemporary, nautical-influenced design and a vibrant harbor setting combine for the ultimate FAJITAS & ’RITAS, 25 West St., 617-426-1222. Established OCEANA, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 296 State St., 617-227- waterfront dining experience. B, L, D. $$$ in 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features fresh, healthy Tex-Mex and 3838. Executive chef Joseph Chaves serves seasonal dishes, barbecue cuisine. The restaurant stresses generous including fresh seafood delivered directly to the hotel’s dock, RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE, 45 School St., 617-742-8401. portions, affordable prices, open casual space and prompt, in a dining room offering panoramic views of Boston Harbor. Housed in Boston’s Old City Hall, Ruth’s Chris Steak House friendly service. Mon & Tue 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Wed & Thu www.marriottlongwharf.com. B, L (Mon–Fri), D, SB. $$ offers the finest USDA prime steaks served sizzling hot, as ’til 10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–8 p.m. C, LS. well as fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list, all in a www.fajitasandritas.com. $. SEE LOCATOR #4 ON O YA, 9 East St., 617-654-9900. Diners and critics alike gracious environment with warm hospitality. L, D, C. $$$$ CENTER MAP. are enthused about this contemporary and edgy sushi eatery that was crowned Boston’s best restaurant of 2009 by YE OLDE UNION OYSTER HOUSE, 41 Union St., 617-227- IVY RESTAURANT, 49 Temple Place, 617-451-1416. Ivy Boston magazine. A simple, natural decor perfectly 2750. Steps from Quincy Market stands America’s oldest Restaurant is a warm neighborhood restaurant featuring complements the exquisitely created dishes. The intimate restaurant, serving Yankee-style seafood, beef and chicken. Italian-inspired small plates priced $6–18 and a unique seating capacity of 37 diners make reservations a must. D, Famed for its oyster bar where Daniel Webster dined daily. flat-priced wine list with more than 30 bottles, all priced C, VP. $$$ Specialties include clam chowder, swordfish and fresh lob- at $26. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Sun–Wed 5– ster. L, D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. 10:30 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 11:30 p.m. C, LS, VP. PARKER’S RESTAURANT, Omni Parker House, 60 School St., VP. www.unionoysterhouse.com. $$$ www.ivyrestaurantgroup.com. $$ 617-725-1600. Executive chef Gerry Tice celebrates nostalgic cuisine with a contemporary flair. The stately dining room *THE KINSALE IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT, 2 Center Plaza reflects the rich culinary heritage that lives on at the birthplace EAST BOSTON/AIRPORT (Cambridge Street), 617-742-5577. Hand-crafted in Ireland of Boston cream pie and the Parker House roll. B, L, D. $$$$ and shipped to Boston, this classic pub features a cozy inte- SuperStudio:Logos:Ruths_Chris:_Offi cial_Logos:SmallSpace:With_Stamp:RCSH_USP_4CP_075.aiHARBORSIDE GRILL, Hyatt Harborside, 101 Harborside Drive, rior with beautiful Celtic motifs and a menu of steaks, RADIUS,SuperStudio:ART:MNH:Ruthschris:Red8 High St., 617-426-1234. James Beard Award- Background:Magazine:red617-568-6060. The Harborside Grill background_5x6.tif offers panoramic views of the seafood, burgers, pasta and traditional Irish fare with 20+ winning chef/ownerSuperStudio:ART:MNH:Ruthschris:Filet Michael Schlow and staff offer impecca- andBoston shrimp:RCS_FiletShrimp09_C_300.tif skyline from every seat in the dining room. During the day, beers on tap, including many craft brews. Also enjoy the bly prepared SuperStudio:ART:MNH:Ruthschris:Appetizer/Sides:RCS_Salad09_C_300.tifnouveau French fare in an ultra-modern, mini- the Grill is a welcoming casual location for a bowl of chowder, 100-seat seasonal patio, live music and trivia on Wed. Sat & malist setting.SuperStudio:ART:MNH:Ruthschris:Dessert:RCS_SymphonySorbet_C_300.tif The ambiance is powerbroker chic, and the and in the evening is transformed into a sophisticated seafood SB $7.99–11.99. Validated parking after 6 p.m. L, D, C. $$ service is top-notch. L, D, C, LS. $$$$ restaurant. Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. B, L, D, SB, C, VP. $$$
LOCKE-OBER, 3 Winter Place, 617-542-1340. Helmed by local culinary innovator Lydia Shire, this downtown landmark
has been refurbished and restored to its former glory. The hub: the around Finally a Congress menu of this Boston Brahmin bastion has been updated, but That Delivers... Shire has kept many of its classics, including the legendary qgmeYc]l`]k]d][lagfk& exactly what you want lobster Savannah. D, LS. $$$$ THE MARLIAVE, 10 Bosworth St., 617-422-0004. The o]ÌddeYc]l`]ekarrd]& Marliave has existed as a Boston dining landmark for more
DINING than 120 years, weathering two World Wars, the Great Depression and Prohibition. Its current incarnation, envi- sioned by Chef Scott Herritt of Grotto Restaurant, features French, Italian and New England cuisine, much of it mined from past menus and updated to include seasonal, locally farmed meat and produce. The meticulously restored building is a testament to the restaurant’s rich past, its funky vintage
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MAX & DYLANS, 15 West St., 617-423-3600; 1 Chelsea St., Charlestown, 617-242-7400. This hip, casual restaurant fea- Modern American Food tures appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches and refined comfort food entrees along with vibrant cocktails. Priced for value, this is a great meeting place for groups or friends. Open daily
around the hub: 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. L, D, LS, SB. www.maxanddylans.com. $$
MERITAGE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439-3995. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. The restaurant’s t +1&1- interior combines slate, marble, exotic wood and leather, creat- Ruth’s C assics ing a luxurious atmosphere to accompany a hearty meal. All 606 congress street, boston, ma ]fbgqY^mdd+%[gmjk]e]Yd menu items come in appetizer and entree sizes. D, LS. $$$$ oal`\]da[agmkf]oe]fmal]ek& 617.476.5606 www.606congress.com MIEL, InterContinental Hotel, 510 Atlantic Ave., 617-217- :gklgft.)/&/,*&0,() Located at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel 5151. This “Brasserie Provencal” brings the feel and flavor of YnYadYZd]YlhYjla[ahYlaf_dg[Ylagfk^gjYdaeal]\lae]& ___ the French countryside to Boston’s waterfront. No butter is ___ 86 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 87
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Chef Jacqueline Kelly brings her creative touch to an eclec- the Fenway nightspot renovation, the newly opened Lansdowne *DICK’S LAST RESORT, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy elegance of North 26. B, L, D, C. $$$ tic and contemporary menu. The eatery’s bold decor, created by lends an air of sophistication to the area with a spacious bar, Market, 617-267-8080. Watch for the outrageous antics of famed restaurant designer Peter Niemitz, meshes with a rotating swanky wood interior and a comprehensive beer list featuring Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up buckets of sloppy ribs, WAGAMAMA, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market, 617- selection of the MFA’s modern masterpieces. L daily 11:30 a.m.–3 hard-to-find European imports. The lunch and dinner menu, succulent crab and shrimp, juicy steaks and chicken, two- 742-9242; The Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-778- p.m.; D Wed–Fri 5:30–8:30 p.m.; SB 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. $$$ meanwhile, serves up traditional Irish pub food favorites—from fisted sandwiches, burgers and salads. If that isn’t entertain- 2344; 57 JFK St., Cambridge, 617-499-0930. This interna- sheperd’s pie to a full Irish breakfast all day long. L, D, C, LS. $$ ing enough, there’s live music every night with no cover. L, D, tional chain, modeled on the classic Japanese ramen noodle EASTERN STANDARD, Hotel Commonwealth, 528 Common - C. www.dickslastresort.com. $$. SEE LOCATOR #3 ON CEN- bar, has three locations in the Boston area. Offering afford- wealth Ave., 617-532-9100. This brasserie in the heart of PETIT ROBERT BISTRO, 480 Columbus Ave., 617-867-0600; TER MAP. able prices, speedy service and authentic food, Wagamama Kenmore Square resembles an old hotel dining room with its 468 Commonwealth Ave., 617-375-0699. These unpreten- is a hip rendition of an old favorite, perfect for the modern decor, but the restaurant attracts a diverse crowd, from busi- tious yet lovely eateries aim to maintain the same ambiance *HARD ROCK CAFE, 22–24 Clinton St., 617-424-ROCK globe-trotting food enthusiast. L, D. $$ nessmen to Red Sox fans seeking a pre-game bite. Its menu and sensibility of an authentic Paris bistro with quintessential (7625). Hard Rock Cafe offers classic American cuisine caters to both crowds, with offerings ranging from pork ten- French fare such as the croque monsieur (ham and cheese served up with a healthy dose of rock ’n’ roll at its new, derloin to frog’s legs and foie gras to sandwiches. B, L, D. $$ sandwich), escargots Bourguignons and Petit Robert’s spe- larger digs. After you eat, check out the largest collection of FENWAY/KENMORE SQUARE cialty, the burgerdog. L, D. $$$ authentic rock ’n’ roll memorabilia around, stop by the Rock THE GARDNER CAFÉ, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Shop for the coolest gifts and enjoy live music from the *AUDUBON CIRCLE, 838 Beacon St., 617-421-1910. Since 280 The Fenway, 617-566-1088. Chef Peter Crowley offers TERIYAKI HOUSE, 110 Boylston St., 617-236-1008; 32 West hottest bands around. L, D, C, LS. $ 1996, Audubon Circle has catered to the tastes of the Fenway casual-yet-elegant, French-infused fare with an artistic twist. Broadway, South Boston, 617-269-2000. This casual dining area—whether you’re in the mood for an upscale alternative to The seasonal menu changes every few weeks, often inspired establishment near Berklee College of Music—convenient to MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, the Fenway Frank or a late night hot spot on the weekends, by current events at the museum as well as Mrs. Gardner’s both the Back Bay and Fenway areas and featuring outdoor seat- Faneuil Hall Marketplace, North Market, 617-720-5522; Park when live DJs bring out a funky and friendly crowd. D, SB, C. $$ own recipe books. Warmer weather allows seating amongst ing—specializes in teriyaki and sushi dishes, as well as bubble Plaza Hotel, 34 Columbus Ave., 617-482-3999. Renowned the lush vegetation of the museum’s Monks Garden. L, SB. $$ teas. Visit their South Boston location across from Broadway for fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, M & S also offers BOSTON BEER WORKS, 61 Brookline Ave., 617-536-2337; Station on the MBTA’s Red Line. Free delivery available. Boylston steak, chicken and pasta dishes. Daily 11 a.m.–11:30 p.m., 112 Canal St., 617-896-2337. Located directly across from *HOUSE OF BLUES, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-960-8358. Street: Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–midnight, Fri & Sat ’til 2 a.m.; South Fri & Sat ’til midnight. Bar menu Mon–Fri 3:30–6:30 p.m., Fenway Park, Boston’s largest restaurant/brewery is always The popular national chain known for live music and good Boston: daily 11 a.m.–1 a.m. www.teriyakihouse.info. $ Sat & Sun 10 p.m.–midnight. $$$ packed before and after Sox games, boasting 15 microbrews times also offers delicious cuisine with a Southern influence. on tap and an extensive menu of bold American food, includ- Enjoy a full menu of appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas and NORTH 26, Millennium Bostonian Hotel, 26 North St., 617- ing BBQ baby back ribs, classic sandwiches, buckets of fries entrees like the baby back ribs with mashed sweet potatoes, NORTH END 557-3640. North 26 offers a fresh take on New England cui- and a full burger menu. And Celtics and Bruins fans are cov- cajun meatloaf and mushroom gravy and the spicy creole sine, combining a commitment to fresh, local meats and ered as well at BBW’s second Boston location, just steps seafood jambalaya in a distinctly rock ’n’ roll setting, as well ANTICO FORNO, 93 Salem St., 617-723-6733. Antico Forno seafood with a dedication to simple, hearty regional dishes. from TD Garden. Daily 11:30–1 a.m. $ as its famous Gospel SB. L, D, C. $$ (Italian for “old stove”) features brick-oven classics such as around the hub: the around
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roasted chicken with garlic and herbs; pizza with artichoke RISTORANTE SARACENO, 286 Hanover St., 617-227-5888. hearts, porcini mushrooms and buffalo mozzarella; and lin- Neapolitan cuisine served in an intimate atmosphere complete with guini with clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp, sautéed in a charming, beautifully decorated exposed brick walls. Reservations plum tomato sauce and baked in parchment. L Mon–Sat recommended. L noon–3 p.m.; D 3–10:30 p.m. VP, C. $$ 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 3:30–10 p.m., Fri & Sat India ’til 10:30 p.m., Sun 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. $$ SENSING, Fairmont Battery Wharf, 3 Battery Wharf, 617-994- 9001. Although just recently opened, Sensing—the first U.S. Pavilion ASSAGGIO, 25–29 Prince St., 617-227-7380. This wine bar restaurant by acclaimed French Chef Guy Martin—is garner- and bistro offers nightly specials from its mesquite-wood grill, ing abundant amounts of praise. Try the signature “Tasting Superb Indian Cuisine as well as some of the best traditional Italian cuisine imbued Plate”—appetizer-sized portions of the unique and delicious Celebrating 30 Years with an artful, contemporary taste. Complement your dinner dinner options. L, D, Sat and SB. $$$$ with one of 110 wines or a unique international beer or micro- of Excellence brew. Reservations accepted. L, D, LS daily noon–midnight. $$ STANZA DEI SIGARI, 292 Hanover St., 617-227-0295. This Show this ad the next classic cigar parlor in the North End serves fine food, cigars CAFFE POMPEI, 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei and liqueurs. Open daily 5 p.m.–1 a.m. $ time you dine with us features a wide assortment of coffees, 160 wines by the and receive glass, Italian cordials, pizza, Italian sandwiches, homemade TERRAMIA RISTORANTE, 98 Salem St., 617-523-3112. Serving cannoli and ice cream imported from Italy. Open daily 4 Since opening in 1993, Terramia has aimed to convince breakfast, 15% OFF p.m.–12:30 a.m.; B 8 a.m.–11:30 p.m.; L 11:30 a.m.–4 North End diners that there was always more to Italian food p.m.; LS ’til 3:30 a.m. $ than red sauce. Specializing in creative interpretations of lunch & Italian classics, Terramia offers seasonally based dishes and dinner daily CAFFE VITTORIA, 296 Hanover St., 617-227-7606. This pop- an extensive wine list in a cozy, rustic atmosphere. D ular European-style cafe in the North End offers a variety of Sun–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10:30 p.m. $$ desserts, cappuccino and espresso. Sun–Thu 8 a.m.–midnight, Fri & Sat ’til 12:30 a.m. NC. $ TRESCA, 233 Hanover St., 617-742-8240. Tresca brings the romantic feel of a Tuscan villa to the North End. Diners can enjoy Open 7 days noon to 11 p.m. FLORENTINE CAFE, 333 Hanover St., 617-227-1777. mouthwatering entrees like boneless breast of duck, veal rib Lunch Buffet noon to 3 p.m. daily Revered by visitors and residents for decades, this historic chop and numerous delectable pastas and the cozy bar boasts cafe is one of Boston’s culinary landmarks. Lobster ravioli an extensive list of hard-to-find Italian wines to accentuate any 17 Central Square, Cambridge, MA 02139 with tomatoes and seared veal with grilled shrimp in a sherry meal. Sun–Wed 5:30–10 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 11 p.m. VP. $$$$ 617.547.7463 • www.royalbharatinc.com cream sauce are just two of the Italian wonders awaiting you in this charming bistro setting. Daily noon–1 a.m. L, D, C. TERIYAKI HOUSE $$$. SEE LOCATOR #5 ON CENTER MAP. SOUTH BOSTON
G’VANNI’S RISTORANTE, 2 Prince St., 617-523-0107. A ATLANTIC BEER GARDEN, 146 Seaport Blvd., 617-357-8000. hub: the around Sushi Grill Wok boutique-style restaurant with eclectic decor located on the This newly established restaurant and bar offers an impres- Freedom Trail where diners can enjoy fresh pasta dishes or sive beer selection with its menu or pub favorites. Choose great seafood. Be sure to sample the Veal & Vintage menu, between the classic American burger and fries, or order famous for its “Veally Good Deal” of two dinners and a bottle something a little more cosmopolitan, such as the gnocchi in of wine for $29.99. L & D. www.gvannis.com. $$ vodka sauce. This comfortable and casual eatery offers out- Fresh and delicious side seating by the water, late night service and broadcasts of DINING Japanese and Chinese food LUCCA RESTAURANT & BAR, 226 Hanover St., 617-742- sports games on 29 high-definition screens. L, D, C. $$$ 9200. This North End eatery is still racking up accolades for DINE IN | TAKE OUT | FREE DELIVERY its regional Italian cuisine, lively bar and elegant atmosphere. AURA, Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. D nightly 5 p.m.–12:15 a.m. C, Valet Parking. $$$. SEE The newly expanded and renovated waterfront restaurant 32 W. Broadway 1110 Boylston St. LOCATOR #7 ON CENTER MAP. features chef Rachel Klein’s global, Asian-influenced menu, South Boston Fenway/Back Bay as well as steakhouse offerings such as the Painted Hills (617) 269-2000 (617) 236-1008 MASSIMINO’S CUCINA ITALIANA, 207 Endicott St., 617- Farm all-natural sirloin and the Brandt all-natural filet. B, L,
523-5959. Owner/chef Massi mino was formerly head chef of D, SB. $$$ G N I N I D Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzer land’s Metropolitan Hotel. His eatery’s specialties include veal chop stuffed with arugu- THE BARKING CRAB, 88 Sleeper St., 617-426-CRAB. No la, prosciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, amongst frills at this ramshackle little clam shack that’s a Boston din- numerous other delights. L, D, LS, C. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 ing institution. Pluck mussels and steamers from plastic You don’t have to p.m., Fri–Sun ’til 11 p.m. $ buckets and drink wine out of styrofoam cups under an out- be perfect door tent brimming with communal-style picnic tables. L & D around the hub: to be a NEPTUNE OYSTER, 63 Salem St., 617-742-3474. Named for Sun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 1 a.m. $$ perfect parent. the Roman god of the sea, this small raw bar in the North
End offers an enormous selection of seafood, sometimes LTK BAR AND KITCHEN, 225 Northern Ave., 617-330-7430.
cooked with a hint of Italian flair. The menu features 12 vari- LTK (Legal Test Kitchen) is just that—a test kitchen that q q
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RISTORANTE BELLA VISTA, 288 Hanover St., 617-367- and multicultural, non-coursed dining options, LTK offers a q q AUTHENTIC THAI CUISINE q
4999. Located in the heart of the historic North End, this cutting-edge yet comfortable environment. L, D, LS, C. $$$ q 651 BOYLSTON STREET • BOSTON, MA
casual yet elegant family-style restaurant offers authentic q TEL: 617-266-1010 • FAX: 617-266-9747 q For more information on adoption from foster care Italian cuisine, from escarole soup to lobster fra diavolo. SAUCIETY, Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel, 425 Summer St., WWW.BKKBLUEBOSTON.COM q call 1-888-200-4005 or visit www.adoptuskids.org ___ ICE AGE 3 TM & © 2009 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Open daily noon–11:30 p.m. $$ 617-532-4670. As its name implies, this modern American q ___ 90 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 91 grill is all about the sauce. Sauciety’s dinner menu is weight- Downtown Crossing pushes the culinary envelope with its gooey Molten Chocolate Cake and enjoy carry out options ed toward grilled, seared and pan-roasted meat dishes, inventive, yet rustic, take on fine Italian food. Visit the adjoin- from The Finale Bakery including freshly baked cookies, served with a diverse choice of sauces—from parmesan ing shop to pick up specialty European foods, including wine, cakes, mini-pastries and tarts. Columbus Ave.: Mon 11:30 foam to whiskey-spiked ketchup to amber ale caramelized cheese and prepared meals. L, D, C. $$$ a.m.–11 p.m.; Tue–Thu ’til 11:30 p.m., Fri ’til midnight; Sat 5 onion and beyond. B, L, D, C. $$$$ p.m.–midnight; Sun 4–11 p.m. Dunster St.: Mon 11 a.m.– CITYPLACE, On Stuart Street between Tremont and S. 11 p.m.; Tue–Thu ’til 11:30 p.m.; Fri ’til 12:30 a.m.; Sat 606 CONGRESS, Renaissance Hotel, 606 Congress St., 617- Charles streets in the State Transportation Building (see cen- noon–12:30 a.m.; Sun ’til–11 p.m. Beacon St.: Sun & Mon 476-5606. Vaulted ceilings, an exhibition kitchen and patio ter map, H9). A host of restaurants and fast casual choices 11 a.m.–11 p.m.; Tue–Thu ’til 11:30 p.m.; Fri–Sat ’til 12:30 seating make this restaurant on the Boston waterfront a from P.F. Chang’s to Starbucks, from burgers and specialty a.m. www.finaledesserts.com. $$ visually appealing locale in which to enjoy the delicious new pizzas to handcrafted beers, ice cream and more. It’s all at American cuisine of Chef Gregory Griffie. B, L, D, C, VP. $$ CityPlace, a Theatre District destination for a quick bite, a sit- INTERMISSION TAVERN, 228 Tremont St., 617-451-5997. down lunch or a lingering dinner on one of its restaurants’ The Intermission Tavern offers a variety of delicious food and seasonal patios. B, L, D, C. $–$$$ drinks in a theatrical-themed, relaxed atmosphere. Food SOUTH END ranges from delectable fish and chips to savory burgers, DA VINCI RISTORANTE, 162 Columbus Ave., 617-350-0007. and the stellar cocktail menu includes the famous B&G OYSTERS, 550 Tremont St., 617-423-0550. This Located between Park Square, the Back Bay, the South End Intermission Manhattan. L & D Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m., sophisticated South End raw bar from James Beard Award- and the Theatre District is one of the newest additions to Sun noon–2 a.m. $$ winning chef Barbara Lynch (No. 9 Park) and partner Garrett Boston’s stylish restaurant scene. Chef Peppino’s menu Harker features bivalves from Wellfleet to the West Coast, as reflects a blend of modern and classic Italian cuisine. Da *JACOB WIRTH, 37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in well as signature dishes like the lobster BLT and the Maine Vinci offers an array of beautifully presented antipasti and 1868, Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant, lobster roll. L, D, LS, VP. $$ entrees, and the chef’s homemade pastas are made fresh serving traditional German fare, including wiener schnitzel, every day, as are the bread and desserts. Open Mon–Sat at sauerbraten and a great selection of German beers. This BANQ, 1375 Washington St., 617-451-0077. This South End 5 p.m. www.davinciboston.com. $$$ Theatre District mainstay still resembles an old-time saloon, restaurant led by chef Ranveer Brar has garnered national complete with ancient mahogany bar, weathered floors and attention for its culinary excellence, fusing classic French FINALE, One Columbus Ave., 617-423-3184; 30 Dunster St., weekly piano sing-alongs. L, D, C, LS. $$ and Southeast Asian cuisine in a sleek and unique dining Harvard Sq., Cambridge, 617-441-9797; 1306 Beacon St., room housed in a former bank building. D Tue & Wed Brookline, 617-232-3233. A trendsetter among dessert- JER-NE RESTAURANT & BAR, The Ritz-Carlton Boston 5:30–10 p.m., Thu–Sun ’til 11p.m. $$$ SMITH & WOLLENSKY: Enjoy the finest in focused restaurants, Finale offers a wide array of time hon- Common, 12 Avery St., 617-574-7176. This lively hot spot prime, dry-aged beef in the spectacular setting ored favorites and specialty desserts, savory fare for lunch takes center stage in the Theatre District and features HAMERSLEY’S BISTRO, 533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700. of the Park Plaza Castle at this outstanding and dinner, and an impressive selection of Illy coffee drinks, signature seasonal surprises as well as “common dishes” This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by the hus- steak house. Refer to listing, page 94. wine and cocktails. Sample award-winning creations like the for patrons to share. B, L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$$ band and wife team of Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, first put the South End dining scene on the map. Try the duck confit or the roast chicken with garlic, lemon and parsley. Long
regarded as one of the city’s top tables. D. $$$$ rience. Classic light fare is served late in the cafe seven days a hub: the around week. D 5:30–10 p.m., C ’til 1 a.m. $$$ LAUREL GRILL & BAR, 142 Berkeley St., 617-424-6711. When the tickets say 8, This contemporary American restaurant specializing in a vari- TORO, 1704 Washington St., 617-536-4400. Chef Ken ety of fresh fish, steak, pasta and vegetarian selections is a Oringer’s Spanish restaurant aims for a highly social dining relaxing place to enjoy a meal and still feel the buzz of the experience. The seating is a series of communal tables and you won’t be late. South End dining experience. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–2:30 the small, perfect-for-sharing tapas dishes—such as salt cod DININGp.m.; D Mon–Sat 5:30–10 p.m., Sun 5–9 p.m.; SB 11 fritters, rainbow beet salad and salty fried peppers—blend a Pre-Six Prix Fixe a.m.–2:30 p.m. www.laurelgrillandbar.com. $$ variety of vibrant styles and flavors. D, C. $$$ Smith’s
MASA, 439 Tremont St., 617-338-8884. Bringing the UNION BAR AND GRILLE, 1357 Washington St., 617-423- Enjoy 3 delicious courses that you can applaud! Southwest to the South End, chef Philip Aviles serves up 0555. This sleek, upscale American bistro in the SoWa specialties such as roasted salmon with chipotle and horse- District features everything from gourmet comfort food like $39 per person plus tax and gratuity radish crust and chili rubbed cowboy cut steaks. Masa also the Reuben sandwich and a beef-and-sausage burger to the Served Daily, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. serves Sunday brunch, a variety of margaritas and other award-winning 10K tuna in a roasted tomato vinaigrette. D, G N I N I D cocktails, and a $1 tapas menu. D, BR, C. $$$ C, LS, SB. $$$
MYERS + CHANG, 1145 Washington Street, 617-542-5200. Myers + Chang upends the American conception of Asian THEATRE DISTRICT food. Inspired by traditional Taiwanese cuisine and Asian street food, chefs Joanne Chang (of Flour Bakery fame) and AVILA MODERN MEDITERRANEAN, One Charles Street
around theMatthew hub: Barros offer their personal, often playful, and South, 617-267-4810. Enjoy the flavors of Spain, Portugal, always novel takes on the classic dishes and flavors of France, Italy and Greece with a modern flair at this sister Southeast Asia. A funky, laid-back atmosphere makes the restaurant to Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse. The menu food as fun to eat as it evidently was to create. L, D, C. $$ includes small plates of crispy squid, baked moussaka and chicken livers, appetizers of tuna tartare, onion soup and foie SAGE RESTAURANT AND BAR, 1395 Washington St., 617- gras, as well as the finest quality all natural beef and fresh 248-8814. Chef Anthony Susi’s acclaimed restaurant has seafood entrees, with breads, desserts and ice creams made gained a reputation for modern innovations in Italian cuisine fresh daily. L, D, C. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #1 ON CENTER MAP. with hand-made pastas, award-winning gnocchi and risotto, 101 Arlington St. (in the Castle), Boston | (617) 423-1112 as well as a menu inspired by regional delicacies, seasonal BINA OSTERIA, 581 Washington St., 617-956-0888. Hailed produce, meat, game and seafood presented and served with by Boston magazine as one of the best new restaurants of www.smithandwollensky.com ___passion to provide a comfortable and elegant fine dining expe- 2009, this sleek, minimalist and trendy spot in the heart of ___ 92 PANORAMA BOSTONGUIDE.COM 93 CUISINE INDEX American Upstairs on the Square, Jacob Wirth, p. 93 Ristorante Saraceno, Jasper White’s Summer Atlantic Beer Garden, p. 82 LTK Bar and Kitchen, p. 91 Shack, p. 78 p. 91 p. 91 Sage Restaurant and Legal Sea Foods, p. 93 Audubon Circle, p. 88 Chinese The Marliave, p. 86 Bar, p. 92 McCormick & Aura, p. 91 Hong Kong, p. 82 Sonsie, p. 79 Sasso Restaurant, p. 78 Schmick’s Seafood Big City Pizza Kitchen Myers + Chang, p. 92 The Taj Boston, p. 79 Stanza dei Sigari, p. 91 Restaurant, p. 88 & Pool Hall, p. 77 P.F. Chang’s, p. 94 Zephyr on the Charles, Terramia Ristorante, Neptune Oyster, p. 90 Boston Beer Works, p. 84 p. 91 Oceana, p. 87 p. 88 French/French- Tresca, p. 91 Rowes Wharf Sea Cheers, p. 80 American Irish Grille, p. 87 Clink, p. 80 Brasserie Jo, p. 77 The Asgard Irish Pub & Japanese/Sushi Skipjack’s, p. 79 Dick’s Last Resort, p. 88 Cafe Fleuri, p. 84 Restaurant, p. 81 Douzo, p. 77 Turner Fisheries, p. 79 Finale, p. 93 Clio, p. 77 The Battery, p. 77 Fugakyu, p. 81 Ye Olde Union Oyster Grendel’s Den, p. 81 Eastern Standard, p. 89 Elephant & Castle, p. 84 O Ya, p. 87 House, p. 87 Hard Rock Cafe, p. 88 Hamersley’s Bistro, Kennedy’s Midtown, Snappy Sushi, p. 79 House of Blues, p. 89 p. 92 p. 86 Teriyaki House, p. 89 Southwestern Intermission Tavern, Hungry I, p. 80 The Kinsale Irish Pub & Wagamama, p. 88 Cottonwood Cafe, p. 77 p. 93 L’Espalier, p. 78 Restaurant, p. 86 Fajitas & ’Ritas, p. 86 Jer-Ne Restaurant & Locke-Ober, p. 86 The Lansdowne, p. 89 Mediterranean Masa, p. 92 Bar, p. 93 The Melting Pot, p. 94 Avila Modern Laurel Grill & Bar, p. 92 Miel, p. 86 Italian Mediterranean, p. 92 Spanish/Tapas Max & Dylans, p. 86 No. 9 Park, p. 80 Antico Forno, p. 89 Dante, p. 81 Toro, p. 92 Meritage, p. 86 Petit Robert Bistro, Antonio’s, p. 80 Olives, p. 84 North 26, p. 88 p. 89 Assaggio, p. 90 Vlora Mediterranean Steakhouses The Paramount, p. 80 Radius, p. 87 Bina Osteria, p. 92 Restaurant & Wine Capital Grille, p. 77 Parker’s Restaurant, Sandrine’s Bistro, p. 82 Caffe Pompei, p. 90 Bar, p. 80 Davio’s Northern Italian p. 87 Sensing, p. 91 Caffe Vittoria, p. 90 Steakhouse, p. 77 The Pour House, p. 78 Caliterra, p. 84 Museum Dining Grill 23 & Bar, p. 78 Sauciety, p. 91 Greek/Greek- Da Vinci Ristorante, Bravo, p. 89 Morton’s The Scollay Square, p. 81 American p. 93 Gardner Cafe, p. 89 Steakhouse, p. 78 606 Congress, p. 92 Steve’s Greek Cuisine, Davio’s Northern Italian The Oak Room, p. 78 Stephanie’s On p. 79 Steakhouse, p. 77 New England Ruth’s Chris Steak Newbury, p. 79 Zoe’s, p. 84 Florentine Cafe, p. 90 Avenue One, p. 84 House, p. 87 The Sunset Grill & Tap, G’Vanni’s, p. 90 Henrietta’s Table, p. 82 Smith & Wollensky, p. 94 p. 77 Indian Ivy Restaurant, p. 86 Sheraton Commander Theatre Cafe, p. 94 India Pavilion, p. 82 Lucca Restaurant & Restaurant, p. 82 Thai Top of the Hub, p. 79 Kashmir, p. 78 Bar, p. 90 Bangkok Blue, p. 77 Tory Row, p. 82 Massimino’s Cucina Seafood Tupelo, p. 82 International Italiana, p. 90 Azure, p. 77 The Upper Crust, p. 79 Bambara, p. 81 Rialto, p. 82 B&G Oysters, p. 92 Union Bar and Grille, Banq, p. 92 Ristorante Bella Vista, The Barking Crab, p. 91 p. 92 Bond, p. 84 p. 90 Chart House, p. 84
DINING CityPlace, p. 93 Harborside Grill, p. 87
LEGAL SEA FOODS, 26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart, Chang’s offers an extensive wine-by-the-glass program as 617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-227-3115; well as original cocktails like the Lucky Cat Martini. L, D & Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; other LS. Reservations accepted. Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri & locations. Legal Sea Foods, a Boston tradition for more than Sat ’til midnight. www.pfchangs.com. $$. SEE LOCATOR #8 50 years, features more than 40 varieties of fresh fish and ON CENTER MAP. shellfish as well as an award-winning wine list. Named “Boston’s Most Popular Restaurant” (Zagat 2009). L & D. SMITH & WOLLENSKY, The Castle at Columbus & Arlington, www.legalseafoods.com. $$$ 617-423-1112. Located in a spectacular setting, this leg- endary restaurant features USDA Prime dry aged steaks. THE MELTING POT, Boston Park Plaza Hotel, 76 Arlington The meticulously restored former armory, known simply as St., 617-357-7007. The Melting Pot brings a truly unique “The Castle,” is accented by seven working fireplaces and
around theupscale/casual hub: dining experience to Boston. At this dinner- dining rooms that span four floors to blend fun and formality. only restaurant, fondue becomes a memorable and interac- D, C. $$$$ tive four-course adventure, where patrons can “dip into something different.” The eatery also features specialty THEATRE CAFE, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 617-574- cocktails and an extensive wine list. Reservations accepted. 2752. Located in the heart of the Theatre District, this 199 Clarendon St 55 Needham St D Mon–Thu 4–11 p.m., Fri ’til midnight, Sat 3 p.m.–midnight, restaurant features traditional American fare in a comfortable Sun ’til 10 p.m. C, VP. www.meltingpot.com/boston. $$$ atmosphere and is a great location for pre- and post-theater B oston 617 536-3500 N ewton 617 964-4244 dining. Seasonal outdoor dining and discounted parking at P.F. CHANG’S, 8 Park Plaza, 617-573-0821; Prudential on-site garage is available. B, L, D. $$ Center, 617-378-9961. Enjoy unforgettable Chinese cuisine, Route 9 Patriot Place attentive service and delicious desserts all served in a stylish N atick 508 628-9900 Foxboro 508 543-2200 ___bistro setting. Featuring an award-winning wine list, P.F. 94 PANORAMA