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North End La Famiglia Giorgio’s Italian Aria Trattoria (617) 367-6711 Italian Neptune Oyster (617) 742-1276 www.lafamigliagiorgios.com Seafood www.aryatrattoria.com/ Like the name suggests, for over three (617) 742-3474 Opening in the space where his Baptismal decades, diners have been the guests of the www.neptuneoyster.com reception was held, Massimo Tiberi brings Giorgio family, with dishes like Nona made, Small delightful oyster bar with tradition and passion to this cozy second- and portions for sharing. amazing lobster rolls. floor establishment. A favorite of celebrities and locals. Modern Pastry Prezza Italian Bakery Italian (617) 523-3783 Bricco (617) 227-1577 Italian www.modernpastry.com www.prezza.com (617) 248-6800 Best cannoli in Boston! Don’t fall for the The constantly changing menu www.bricco.com tourist trap, Mike’s. includes seasonal dishes, robust Dine at this neighborhood standby. Then buy flavors and rich portions to offer the fresh bread, pasta and imported meats nebo guests a unique visit each time. at the Panetteria & Salumeria next door. You Italian can even stay above the restaurant in newly (617) 723-6326 Regina Pizzeria opened suites. www.neborestaurant.com Italian Premiere, upscale, Italian, late-night dining (617) 227-0765 with a wine bar. Offers gluten-free menu. www.pizzeriaregina.com Best pizza in town…authentic pizza from early Italian immigrants.

South End

B & G Oyster Coppa SRV Seafood Italian Italian (617) 423-0550 (617) 391-0902 (617) 536-9500 www.bandgoysters.com www.coppaboston.com www.srvboston.com Barbara Lynch’s neighborhood oyster An intimate, tucked away enoteca featuring Boston’s first Venetian-style Bacaro & wine bar serves both New England classics and Italian made with locally sourced, bar, with fresh made pasta made from house- Mediterranean-inspired dishes along with sustainable ingredients, an eclectic wine list milled flour, small bites, made-to-order risotto incredible wines. and unique cordial-based cocktails. and more.

Banyan Boston Franklin Café Sportello Southeast Asian New American Italian (617) 556-4211 (617) 350-0010 (617) 737-1234 www.banyanboston.com www.franklincafe.com www.sportelloboston.com A recent James Beard nominee, this South Creative cocktails, world-class wines Modern interpretation of counter, End hotspot combines regional of and local microbrews. Offers vegetarian and market-driven Italian dishes. Southeast Asia with new ideas about fresh gluten-free . Serving a full menu every ingredients and local sourcing. The results night until 1:30 am. Stella defy comparison. Italian Gaslight Brasserie (617) 247-7747 The Barking Crab French www.bostonstella.com Seafood (617) 422-0224 Affordable and approachable Italian in (617) 426-2722 www.gaslight560.com a chic environment like no other in the city. www.barkingcrab.com Parisian brasserie complete with café tables, Waterfront crab shack with excellent communal booths and an eclectic bar. Terrific Toro and service. weekend , and chic surrounds make Spanish this a neighborhood hotspot. (617) 536-4300 www.toro-restaurant.com The Butcher Shop French/Italian Myers + Chang A Barcelona-style restaurant with tradi- (617) 423-4800 Chinese, Taiwanese, Thai & Vietnamese tional and modern small plates, excellent wine www.thebutchershopboston.com (617) 542-5200 and beer selection and attentive service. Both a neighborhood wine bar and a full www.myersandchang.com service butcher shop serving lunch and A funky, indie diner offering unique interpre- with an amazing selection of tations on traditional dishes. Offers vegetar- prime meats. ian and gluten-free .

Back Bay

Abe & Louie’s Grill 23 Sonsie Steakhouse Steakhouse International (617) 536-6300 (617) 542-2255 (617) 351-2500 www.abeandlouies.com www.grill23.com www.sonsieboston.com Featuring 12 prime-quality meats in several For over 30 years, Grill 23’s mission has Eclectic international cuisine with cuts and preparations. been to deliver world-class service and a wine room. Popular hangout for the best food available. Exclusively serv- out-of-town celebs and sports stars. Atlantic Fish Co. ing USDA Prime all-natural source verified Seafood Friesian steaks raised on a family farm. UNI (617) 267-4000 Asian www.atlanticfish.com/ L’espalier (617) 536-7200 Outstanding seafood with delicious fried French www.uni-boston.com oysters. (617) 262-30023 Global -inspired small plates, in- www.lespalier.com novative makimono, nigari, sashimi, innovative Bistro du Midi Sophisticated, modern French cuisine ramen, sushi and a wide-ranging sake program, Modern Provençal French served in one of four luxe, romantic all in a crisp, modern elegant space. (617) 426-7878 dining rooms, using only the freshest www.bistrodumidi.com of ingredients. Featuring the simple ingredients and bold flavors of Modern Ostra Provençal cuisine. Seafood (617) 421-1200 www.ostraboston.com A contemporary Mediterranean seafood restaurant inspired by European and local seafood varieties.

Beacon Hill

No. 9 Park Florina Teatro Italian/French Pizza Italian (617) 742-9991 (617) 936-4494 (617) 778-6841 www.no9park.com www.florinapizza.com www.teatroboston.com Elegant, timeless setting with simple, Not just some of the best pizza in Contemporary, upbeat Italian classics. flavorful cuisine. Boston, by the slice or whole pie, but also great starters, salads, pasta, Clink Restaurant sandwiches and more. New England Seafood (617) 224-4004 Mooo www.libertyhotel.com/restaurants-bars/clink/ Steakhouse Executive Chef Anthony Dawodu’s creative (617) 670-2515 menu artfully marries American culinary tradi- www.mooorestaurant.com tion with both contemporary innovation and A classic, yet modern steakhouse with warm global influences. modern décor providing a relaxed, sophisti- cated atmosphere, and a private wine cellar dining experience.

Seaport District/Fan Pier

The Daily Catch Strega Waterfront Sicilian Style Seafood Italian (617) 523-8567 (617) 345-3992 http://thedailycatch.com/ http://stregawaterfront.com/ Superior seafood and ample harbor-side Old-World Italian classics, served with one of views. Fresh pasta, Sicilian seafood classics the most stunning views in the city. and more.

Rosa Mexicano Mexican (617) 476-6122 http://www.rosamexicano.com/boston The Boston location for this high-end Mexican chain. Tableside guacamole, authentic cuisine and stellar service.

Other Boston Neighborhoods

Sweet Cheeks (Fenway) Tasting Counter (Sommerville) Yvonne (Downtown Crossing) BBQ New American Club (617) 266-1300 (617) 299-6362 (617) 267-0047 www.sweetcheeksq.com www.tastingcounter.com www.yvonnesboston.com In Fenway’s shadow, amazing southern Instead of traditional ordering, diners Taking the place of the legendary Locke- BBQ. Tender ribs served on metal trays, pre-purchase tickets for a “taste encounter.” Ober, founded in 1862, Yvonne’s blends buckets of honey-butter biscuits and cock- Seated at a counter facing the open , dining with glamour and exclusivity. Blocks tails served in Mason jars. A must visit. you’ll dine on a multi-course . Best from the Commons, but a whole different of Boston from the Globe & Boston Magazine. world of chic.

Multiple Locations

Area Four The Friendly Parish Café and Bar www.areafour.com www.thefriendlytoast.com www.parishcafe.com Wood-fired pizzas with dough fermented for The Friendly Toast serves up creative meals A real gem; the unique, delicious sandwiches over 30 hours make for a fantastic base for in a truly unique atmosphere and offers a will make you beg for more. creative toppings. fun and exciting dining experience morning, noon and night. Tasty Burger http://www.tastyburger.com/ Bukowski’s www.bukowskitavern.net Legal Seafood Boston’s entry into the regional “Best Burger www.legalseafoods.com/restaurants You’ve Ever Had” debate. Best burgers and beer; $1 burgers at lunch The quintessential Boston seafood joint, now (not on menu). The beer nerds have over with multiple locations. 150 bottled beers, about 10 on tap and one Tenoch on cask. www.tenochmexican.com Orinoco Authentic Veracruz counter service food, www.orinocokitchen.com Clover Food Labs freshly made and delicious. https://www.cloverfoodlab.com/ Amazing, casual, Venezuelan eatery. A new, socially responsible take on . Upper Crust Pizzeria Local ingredients, compostable utensils, and The Paramount www.theuppercrustpizzeria.com above all, excellent, tasty food. www.paramountboston.com/ Award-winning pizzeria offering fresh ingredi- American comfort food, style for ents in traditional and unique toppings with a Flour Bakery and Café & lunch, full-serve at night. flavorful crust. www.flourbakery.com Mouth-watering pastries and served with warm hospitality. Nightlife and Bars

Alibi Lounge – www.alibiboston.com Improv Asylum – www.improvasylum.com An Tain – 31 India St.; best “dive” bar in town. ImprovBoston – www.improvboston.com Beehive – www.beehiveboston.com Kings (Bowling and Billiards) – www.kingsbowlamerica.com Friday and Saturday jazz sets. Laugh Boston – www.laughboston.com Black Rose – www.blackroseboston.com Lord Hobo – www.lordhobo.com/main The Burren – www.burren.com Lucky’s Lounge – www.luckyslounge.com Cask’n Flagon – www.casknflagon.com Sinatra brunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. World-famous sports bar across from Fenway Park. The Middle East – www.mideastoffers.com The Comedy Studio – www.thecomedystudio.com The Mystery Lounge – www.mysterylounge.com – www.drinkfortpoint.com The Publick House – www.thepublickhousebeerbar.com Emmet’s Irish Pub – www.emmetsirishpubandrestaurant.com Royale – www.royaleboston.com Good Life – www.goodlifebar.com The Sinclair – www.sinclaircambridge.com Havana Club – www.havanaclubsalsa.com Spoke – www.spokewinebar.com House of Blues – www.houseofblues.com/boston Wally’s Café – www.wallyscafe.com

Boston Sightseeing

Boston Opera House Museum of Fine Arts www.bostonoperahouse.com www.mfa.org Bunker Hill Monument Museum of Science www.nps.gov/bost/historyculture/bhm.htm www.mos.org Castle Island New England Aquarium www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-boston/castle- www.neaq.org island-pleasure-bay-m-street-and-carson-beach.html Old North Church Charles Playhouse www.oldnorth.com www.charlesplayhouse.com Public Garden Cheers Boston www.cityofboston.gov/parks/emerald/public_garden.asp www.cheersboston.com Samuel Adams Brewery Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market www.samueladams.com/brewery-and-craft/brewery-tours www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/ TD Garden Fenway Park www.tdgarden.com boston.redsox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/index.jsp USS Constitution Museum Franklin Park Zoo www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org www.zoonewengland.org Warren Anatomical Museum The Freedom Trail www.countway.harvard.edu/chom/warren-anatomical-museum www.thefreedomtrail.org The Museum of Bad Art www.museumofbadart.org

Taxis Limousine Services

City Cab (617) 536-5100 Boston Limousine I.T.O.A. Cab (617) 825-4000 (617) 699-3126 Metro Cab (617) 782-5500 Boston LX Limo (617) 848-8577 Top Cab (617) 266-4800 Transportation of New England (866) 526-4673 FOR INSIDER’S GUIDES TO OTHER CITIES: sonnhalter.com/insiders-guides

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