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ISPE Restaurant Committee Favorites (compiled with a little help from our friends!)

Atlantic Fish Company

761 Boylston St , MA 02116 Phone: 617-267-4000

Hours: Mon-Thur 11:30am-11pm Fri-Sat 11:30am-12am Sun 11:30am-11pm Cuisine: Seafood, American Traditional Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Casual/Dressy Attire, Outdoor Seating. Atmosphere: Stained wood, pendant lights, coffered ceiling and crisp white linens. Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: The best lobster ravioli I have ever eaten.

Back Bay Harry’s

142 Berkeley St Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617 424-6711

Hours: Mon-Wed: 11:30am-12pm Thur 11am-1am Fri 11:30am-2am Sat 5pm-2am Sun 11am-12am Cuisine: American (new) Dining options: Group Friendly, Non-smoking, Casual Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Great casual bar/restaurant atmosphere. Good variety of seafood and unique American dishes. Noted for fried chicken, beef tenderloin and seafood.

Bleacher Bar

82A Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 617-262-2424 http://www.bleacherbarboston.com/home

Hours: Mon - Wed 11:00am - 1:00am Thu - Sat 11:00am - 2:00am Sun 11:00am - 1:00am Cuisine: Sports Bar Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Fenway Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: bar under the bleachers at Fenway (also Buffalo Bills Backers bar during football season)

Boston Chops

1375 Washington St Boston, MA 02118 Phone number (617) 227-5011

Hours: Mon-Sat 4pm-1am Sun 10am-1am Cuisine: Steakhouse Dining options: Dressy attire, Good for groups Neighborhood: South End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Located in the heart of Boston’s historic South End, Boston Chops is an urban steak bistro. Under soaring 20-foot ceilings, guests may enjoy a selection from the raw bar or our menu of rarely celebrated delicacies. More expensive but for people who like eating steak this has a reputation for being one of the best in the city.

Casa Romero

30 Gloucester Street Boston MA 02115 (Side Entrance) Phone: 617-536-4341

Hours: Mon - Thur : 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fri : 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Sat : 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Sun : 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cuisine: Mexican Dining: Casual, Good for groups

Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Authentic Mexican cuisine tucked away in an alley off Gloucester Street. Just around the corner from the convention it’s a great spot for sangria and margaritas – a lively spot with great food.

Cask ‘n Flagon

62 Brookline Avenue Boston, MA 02215 781-443-9000 http://www.casknflagon.com/ Hours: Mon - Wed 11:00am - 1:00am Thu - Sat 11:00am - 2:00am Sun 11:00am - 1:00am Cuisine: Sports Bar Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Fenway Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Famous Fenway Park bar outside of Green Monster; outdoor seating

Catalyst

300 Technology Sq Cambridge, MA 02139 Phone: 617-576-3000

Hours: Mon-Thur 11am-2:30pm, 5-10pm, bar until midnight Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5-11pm, bar until 1am Sat 5-11pm, bar until 1am Sun 11am-2:30pm, 5-10pm Cuisine: American (New) Dining Options: Bar Dining, Group Friendly, Outdoor Seating Neighborhood: Kendall/MIT Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Cocktail and beer selection are both strong, and both apps (from chicken liver mousse to wings) and entrees (rabbit, burgers, usually multiple fish options) have always been tasty. There’s almost always something bold for someone daring to try, but have easy to please dishes for more mainstream diners, too.

Chicken Lou’s Inc

50 Forsyth St, Boston, MA 02115 Phone:(617) 859-7017 Menu: menupages.com

Hours: Mon-Thur 6:30am -9pm Fri 6:30 am - 7:30 pm Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sun Closed

Cuisine: Fast food, sandwiches Dining options: Group Friendly, Non-smoking, Casual, good for kids Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: No Takes Credit Cards: Yes Cost: $ Comment: “I love this place, people over there give me energy and they are so friendly”. "Ask for a Spicy Lou with honey mustard and onion rings on the sandwich".

China Pearl

9 Tyler Street (between Beach Str& Kneeland St) Boston, MA 02111 Tel: (617) 426-4338 http://chinapearlboston.net/

Hours: Mon - Fri 11:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Thu 5:00pm -10:00pm Fri - Thu 5:00pm -11:00pm Sat 5:30pm -11:00pm Sun 11:30am -5:30pm Cuisine: Chinese (Dim Sum) Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Chinatown Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Popular Chinatown dim sum restaurant

Clio

370 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215 Phone: 617-536-7200

Hours: Mon-Thu 5:30pm-10pm Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm Sun Closed Cuisine: American (New), Seafood, French Dining Options: Group Friendly, Trendy, Dressy Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Nice food and great ambience. The sushi bar – Uni Sashimi Bar – next to it is also fantastic.

Craigie On Main

853 Main St Cambridge, MA 02139 Phone: 617-497-5511

Hours: Mon-Sun 5:30pm-12am Cuisine: American (New), French Dining Options: Group Friendly, Trendy Neighborhood: Kendall/MIT Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Chef Tony Maws uses local, seasonal and sustainably sourced ingredients.

Davio’s

75 Arlington St Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-357-4810

Hours: Mon-Tue 11:30am-10pm Wed-Fri 11:30am-11pm Sat 5pm-11pm Sun 5pm-10pm Cuisine: Italian, Steakhouses Dining Options: Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Dressy Attire Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Fine Italian food with open kitchen layout.

The Daily Catch

323 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 Phone: 617-523-8567

Hours: Mon-Sun 11am-10pm Cuisine: Italian, Seafood Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: South End Take Reservation: No Cost: $$ Comment: This small restaurant in South End does not take reservation. Expect to see a long line during lunch and dinner time, but the food is worth the wait. The black pasta is a signature dish but everything there is great.

Durgin Park

340 Market Pl Boston, MA 02109 Phone: (617) 227-2038

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am – 9pm Fri, Sat 1:30am-10pm Sun 11:30am – 9pm Cuisine: Seafood, Steakhouses, American (Traditional) Dining Options: Good for Groups; Communal Seating Neighborhood: Faneuil Hall Take Reservation: Yes Takes Credit Cards: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Get the Pot Roast or steamed lobster, Boston Baked Beans and Indian Pudding. “Service is aggressive without being rude, family style seating can yield loads of entertainment, the seafood is terrific, the soup is still on point and the atmosphere unpretentious...just a great place for a casual meal.”

Five Horses Tavern South End

535 Columbus Ave Boston, MA 02118 Phone: 617 936-3930

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-12pm Sat-Sun 10am-12pm Cuisine: American (new) Dining options: Good for Groups, Bar Dining, Casual Neighborhood: South End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Casual dining with a diverse menu that includes seafood, southern food, pizza, appetizers, sandwiches, and desserts. Has a great beer and drink menu as well. Kentucky Fried Cornish Game Hen, pork belly tacos, and cast iron corn bread are must haves.

Flour Bakery + Cafe

131 Claredon St Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-437-7700 http://www.flourbakery.com/

Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am-8:00pm Sat 8:00am-6:00pm Sun 9:00am-5:00pm Cuisine: Coffee & tea, bakeries, sandwiches Dining Options: Counter, self-seating Neighborhood: Back Bay (locations also in South End and Central Square) Take Reservation: No Cost: $$ Comment: Joanne Chang’s bakery is well-known for its famous sticky buns that beat Bobby Flay on Food Network’s Throwdown. In addition to her mouthwatering baked goods, savory breakfast and lunch items are just as delicious!

Giacomo’s Ristorante

355 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 Phone: 617-523-9026

Hours: Mon-Thur 4:30pm-10pm Fri-Sat 4:30pm-10:30pm Sun 4pm-9:30pm Cuisine: Italian Dining Options: Non-Smoking, Family Style Neighborhood: North End Take Reservation: No Cost: $$ Comment: The homemade giacomo sauce is worth the hour-long wait. Does not take reservation and expect to see a very long line during dinner time.

Island Creek Oyster Bar

500 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215 Phone: 617-532-5300

Hours: Mon-Thur 4pm-11pm Fri-Sat 4pm-11:30pm Sun 10:30am-11pm Cuisine: Seafood Dining Options: Good for Groups, Bar dining, Casual, Trendy Neighborhood: Fenway Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Great seafood, especially oysters. The lobster roe noodles and lobster roll are a must try.

jm Curley

21 Temple Place Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 617-338-5333

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am Sat 5pm-2am Sun 5pm-12am Cuisine: American (New) Dining Options: Bar, Bar Dining, Bar Lounge, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Downtown Take Reservation: No Cost: $$ Comment: Fantastic food with casual ambience.

KO Pies at the Shipyard

256 Marginal St Bldg 16 Boston, MA 02128 b/t Jeffries St & Pearl Pl Blue Maverick Station Phone number (617) 418-5234

Hours: Mon-Tues Closed Wed – Sun 11am- 10pm

Cuisine: Dining Options: Out-door seating/ casual indoor counter service No waiter service Neighborhood: Take Reservation: No Accepts Credit Cards Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Tucked away in the shipyard but that means ample parking and amazing views of the water and the skyline, bring your camera. Excellent food @ a small casual hole-in-the-wall type atmosphere. If you really want some simple Australian food with beer, this place is your best choice.

Legal Harborside

270 Northern Avenue Liberty Wharf Boston, MA 02210 617-477-2900 https://www.legalseafoods.com/restaurants/boston-legal-harborside

Hours: Mon - Wed 11:00am - 1:00am Thu - Sat 11:00am - 2:00am Sun 11:00am - 1:00am Cuisine: Seafood Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Seaport District Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$/$$$$ Comment: First Floor oyster and casual fare with patio seating, 2nd Floor formal dinner menu with an intimate patio with outdoor fireplace offers dining and drinks in-season, 3rd Floor drinks and small bites

L’Espalier

774 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199 Phone: 617-262-3023

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm Sat-Sun 12pm-2pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm Cuisine: French Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Dressy Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: One of the best restaurants in town with great food and superb service.

Lucca

116 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617 247-2400

Hours: Mon-Sun 5pm-2am Cuisine: Italian, American Dining options: Group Friendly, non smoking, Casual/Dressy Attire, Bar Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Offers a mix of both upscale Italian food as well as bar food in upscale dining atmosphere as well as in a bar dining atmosphere.

Mamma Maria

3 North Square Boston, MA 02113 P 617.523.0077 http://www.mammamaria.com/

Hours: Sun - Thu 5:00pm-10:00pm Fri - Sat 5:00pm-11:00pm Cuisine: Italian Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: North End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Trip Advisor #11 top Boston Restaurant

Menton

354 Congress St Boston, MA 02110 Phone: 617-737-0099

Hours: Mon-Sat 5:30-10pm Sun 5:30-9pm Cuisine: French, Italian Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Non-Smoking, Dressy Neighborhood: Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Only serve tasting menu at dinner. Pricey. Serve and food are both top notched.

Modern Pastry Shop

257 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 Phone number (617) 523-3783

Hours: Mon-Thur 8:00am - 10:00pm Fri 8:00am – 11:00pm Sat 8:00am – 12:00 am Sun 8:00am to 10:00pm Cuisine: Classic Italian pastries and cookies such as lobster tails and cannolis to American classics like whoopie pies and black and white cookies Dining Options: Tables inside Neighborhood: North End Accepts Credit Cards: No Take Reservation: No Cost: Comment: Stop in and get a lobster tail (which is a pastry… not a crustacean, in this case). They fill them (and their cannoli) to order so the shells don't get soggy.

Myers and Chang

1145 Washington St (South End) Boston MA 02118 ph: 617.542.5200 http://www.myersandchang.com/

Hours: Mon - Fri 11:30am - 5:00pm Mon – Thu 5:00pm -10:00pm Fri - Thu 5:00pm -11:00pm Sat 5:30pm -11:00pm Sun 11:30am -5:30pm (Dim Sum) Cuisine: Asian American Fusion Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: North End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Celebrity chef Joanne Chang, owner of Flour Bakery, combines Asian flavor with American dishes in a casual setting

Oleana

134 Hampshire St Cambridge, MA 02139 Phone: (617) 661-0505

Hours: Sun-Sat 5:30-10 pm

Cuisine: Eastern Mediterranean Dining Options: Patio dining, Vegetarian options Neighborhood: East Cambridge Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Creative Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean cuisine, including fantastic vegetarian options and shareable plates. Not immediately accessible by T but worth the walk or cab ride.

Orinco

477 Shawmut Ave Boston MA 02118 ph: 617-369-7075 http://www.orinocokitchen.com/

Hours: Tues - Thu 12:00pm - 2:30pm / 6:00pm – 10:00pm Fri – Sat 12:00pm - 2:30pm / 6:00 pm – 11:00pm Sun 11:30am -3:30pm (Brunch) / 5:30pm – 9:00pm Mon Closed

Cuisine: Latin American, Caribbean Dining Options: Outdoor seating, small groups, take-out Neighborhood: South End (locations also in Harvard Square and Brookline Village) Take Reservation: No Cost: $$ Comment: Casual Latin cuisine, good for lunch or dinner. Must try the empanadas and datiles!

O Ya

9 E St Pl Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 617-654-9900

Hours: Sun-Mon Closed Tue-Thu 5pm-9:30pm Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm Cuisine: Japanese Dining Options: Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: South Boston, Leather District Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Some say this is the best Japanese restaurant in town (and perhaps the priciest as well). Call to make a reservation at the chef’s counter.

Picco Restaurant

513 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116 b/t Berkeley St & Dwight St Phone: (617) 927-0066

Hours: Sun – Wed 11am – 10pm Thu- Sat 11am – 11pm Cuisine: Pizza, Italian, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Dining Options: Casual, outdoor, group, wheelchair access, beer and wine only Neighborhood: South End Take Reservations: Yes Takes Credit Cards: Yes

Cost: $$ Comment: “End the meal with decadent heapings of creamy ice cream and homemade candies and toppings.” Pizza’s popular – roasted pork and cider braised cabbage a treat.

Pizzeria Regina 11 1/2 Thacher St Boston, MA 02113 Phone: (617) 227-0765

Hours: Sun- Thurs 11am – 11:30pm Fri- Sat 11am- 12:30am

Cuisine: Pizza, Italian Dining Options: Casual, not wheelchair accessible, beer and wine only Neighborhood: North End Good for Groups: Yes Takes Reservations: No Takes Credit Cards: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Great pizza (maybe the best you have ever had!), order with a pitcher of beer or soda.

Row 34

383 Congress St Boston, MA 02210 Phone: 617-553-5900

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-12am Sat 4pm-12am Sun 5pm-12am Cuisine: American (New), Seafood Dining Options: Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Waterfront Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Relatively new restaurant with great seafood. Grab a drink at Drink, a great bar that is a few steps away.

The Salty Pig

130 Dartmouth St Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-536-6200

Hours: Mon-Sun 11:30am-1:00am Cuisine: American (new), Italian, Pizza Dining Options: Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Seating, Casual Atmosphere Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Charcuterie, pizzas, craft beer and old world wines at the crossroads of Boston's Back Bay and the South End.

Sip

581 Washington Street Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 617-956-0888

Hours: Mon-Thur 5pm-11pm, bar open until 1am Fri 5pm-12am, bar open until 1am Sat 11:30am-12am, bar open until 1am Sun 10am-10pm, bar open until 1am. Cuisine: Wine Bar, Sushi, Seafood, etc. Dining options: Bar, Bar Dinning, Group Seating, Outdoor Seating Neighborhood: Theater District Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Great wine, sushi, and tapas bar. Good for getting a small plate and a drink as well as offering full sized meals. Can accommodate seafood eaters as well as people who do not like seafood. Quick walk from the commons.

South Street Diner

178 Kneeland St Boston, MA 02111 b/t Atlantic Ave & South St

Hours: Mon – Sun Open 24 hours Cuisine: Diner Food - Breakfast & Brunch Dining options: Outside seating, “divey” diner Neighborhood: South Boston, Waterfront, Leather District Accepts Credit Cards: Yes Take Reservation: No Cost: $ Comment: Great breakfast menu, and “if you are looking for comfort food in Boston in the wee hours of the night... This is the place to be”.

Sportello

348 Congress St Boston, MA 02210 Phone: 617-737-1234

Hours: Mon - Sun Lunch 11:30am-4:30pm Sun – Wed Dinner 4:30pm - 10:00pm Thur – Sat Dinner 4:30pm – 11:00pm Cuisine: Italian Dining Options: Non-Smoking, Casual/Dressy Attire Atmosphere: “Sportello” is Italian for counter service. Counter or table seating, fine dining. Neighborhood: Fort Point Channel Take Reservation: Yes, Recommended Cost: $$ Comment: For foodies and those who like good service.

Stephanie’s on Newbury

190 Newbury St Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-236-0990 stephaniesonnewbury.com

Hours: Mon-Fri Mon-Fri 11:30am-11pm Sat 11:00am-11pm Sun 10:00am-10pm Cuisine: American Excellent selection of appetizers, including crab cakes, steamed mussels, fried calamari, and New England clam chowder. Entrees include jumbo sea scallops, citrus-infused salmon, and seared swordfish, as well as comfort foods and salads Dining options: Bar / Lounge, Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non- Smoking, Parties / Private Rooms Neighborhood: Hynes/Newbury Accepts Credit Cards: Yes Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$S Comment: Has outside dining on their sidewalk patio and a bar that opens onto the street

Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ale

48 Temple Place Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 617-426-0048

Hours: Tues-Wed 4pm-1am Thurs-Sat 11:30-2am Sun 11:30-12am Cuisine: American (New) Dining Options: Bar, Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Downtown Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Very popular in the Downtown area, and just down the street from jm Curley.

Sweet Cheeks Q

1381 Boylston St Boston, MA 02215 Phone: 617-266-1300

Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-10pm Fri 11:30am-11pm Sat 11:30am-11pm Sun 11:30am-10pm Cuisine: Southern, Barbeque Dining Options: Bar Dining, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Seating & Bar Neighborhood: Fenway Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: The barbeque is what you come for (pork belly, fried chicken, pulled chicken, pulled pork, brisket, etc) – and it’s incredible – but even the veggies are great for anyone who doesn’t eat meat. I’ve had one of the best salads I’ve ever had here (Farm Salad).

Taranta

210 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 Phone: 617-536-4300 http://www.tarantarist.com/

Hours: Mon-Thu 12pm-3pm, 5:30pm-12:00am Fri 12pm -3pm, 5:30pm-1:00am Sat 5pm-1am Sun 10:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am Cuisine: Southern Italian/Peruvian Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: North End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Celebrity Chef, Jose Duarte, focuses on local sustainable ingredients

The Tap Trailhouse

19 Union Street Boston, MA 02108 Phone: 617-367-0033

Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2am Sat-Sun 10:30am-2am Cuisine: American (Traditional), Pubs Dining Options: Bar Dining, Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking Neighborhood: Faneuil Hall Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$ Comment: Located in a very convenient spot near Haymarket & Faneuil Hall. The Trailhouse has a fun colonial theme (“grog” is a drink option) and the food is really tasty – venison, colonial burger, butternut squash ravioli – all great. It gets a little loud, considering the area it’s in, but it’s definitely many steps above the touristy bars nearby. Menu is limited, but quality is high.

Toro

1704 Washington St Boston, MA 02118 Phone: 617-536-4300

Hours: Mon-Thu 12pm-3pm, 5:30pm-12:00am Fri 12pm -3pm, 5:30pm-1:00am Sat 5pm-1am Sun 10:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am Cuisine: Tapas Bar Dining Options: Disabled Accessible, Group Friendly, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Seating Neighborhood: South End Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: One of the best tapas in town.

Towne Stove and Spirits

900 Boylston Street Boston, MA Phone: (617) 247-0400 towneboston.com

Hours: Mon-Wed 4:00 pm to 10:00pm Thu - Fri 4:00pm to 11:00pm Sat –Sun 11:00am to 12:00am Cuisine: American (new) Dining Options: Bar / Lounge, Bar Dining, Large Group Friendly Neighborhood: Accepts Credit Cards: Yes Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$ Comment: Order the lobster popovers!

Uni

370 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215 Phone: 617-536-7200

Hours: Sun-Thu 5:30pm-10pm Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm

Cuisine: Japanese Dining Options: Trendy, Casual Neighborhood: Back Bay Take Reservation: Yes Cost: $$$$ Comment: Ken Oringer’s fantastic sashimi bar located in the Eliot Hotel next to Clio. Expensive but worth every penny! Great cocktails and sake.