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4.1
Excellent(576)
Price: Expensive
• American • Beacon Hill
Booked 30 times today
Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.
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4.6
Exceptional(61)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Perched on the mezzanine of The Connector at Winthrop Center in Downtown Boston, The Vermilion Club is Chef John Fraser’s modern take on a classic chophouse. The space exudes a vibrant energy, making it the ideal destination for all occasions. Named after Dale Chihuly's masterpiece sculpture above our 55-foot bar, The Vermilion Club embodies a design-forward ethos conceptualized by Thomas Juul-Hansen.Chef Fraser's Mediterranean heritage shines through in the menu, featuring elevated steakhouse classics and Northeastern favorites. Beverage Director Amy Racine unveils an expansive cocktail lineup featuring over 70 meticulously curated cocktails, reintroducing classic cocktails with a contemporary twist. The pastry program is under the expert guidance of Chef Sofia Schlieben, and her large-format Caramelized Puff Pie takes center stage.Welcome to the club.
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4.5
Awesome(1106)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Theater District
Booked 20 times today
Artisan Bistro is a modern and inviting dining room dressed in rich dark and light woods with elegant European design elements. Accents of black, off-white, cognac, blues and warm grays echo a classic bistro look and feel. Crafted wood wainscoting throughout the room and soft ambient lighting from above highlight the white-washed, wood floors to further enhance the bistro-like setting. New stitched-leather booth seating lines the dramatic floor to ceiling wall of windows overlooking Avery Street and two high-top u-shaped booths frame the space on either end. Additional cluster seating is intimate and close, allowing for easy conversation and lively exchange. Artisan Bistro features fresh, local seasonal dishes that present artisanal cooking in an approachable way.
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4.6
Exceptional(127)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Beacon Hill
Booked 9 times today
Fete Restaurant and Lounge is located in the heart of downtown Boston. The meaning of Fete can be described in a few ways, such as "to celebrate or to party." Unlike your traditional restaurant atmosphere, the concept behind Fete is to introduce a "dinner party" environment. Fete is a place where you can sing along or get up and dance to your favorite song at any point during your visit. From our eclectic menu to our drinks, we want to embrace all ethnicities walking into our establishment. Our mission is provide you with a positive and memorable experience every time you visit.
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4.2
Awesome(25)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 2 times today
Better Sorts evokes a familiar warmth, where conversations can unfold over flavorful cocktails and shareable plates. We invite you to join us at the bar, settle into our plush velvet chairs or tufted leather booths and let the energy – of good spirits and gathered friends – take hold.
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4.6
Exceptional(5994)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 137 times today
Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.
A photo of Boston Harbor Hotel- Holiday Brunches restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(72)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 8 times today
Executive Chef David Daniels’ unique menu is sure to create an unforgettable day for you and your loved ones. Make memories with the iconic Boston Harbor as your backdrop!Reservations may be booked on the half and hour beginning at 11AM until 3PM. Brunch is $225 per person and $80 for children ages 5-12. Children under 5 years are complimentary. Tax and gratuity is included.Menu available at https://www.bostonharborhotel.com/holidays/CREDIT CARD NEEDED FOR BOOKING. $100 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT NEEDED AT TIME OF BOOKING. FULL PAYMENT DUE UNLESS CANCELLED 10 DAYS IN ADVANCE.
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4.8
Exceptional(1750)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Back Bay
Booked 67 times today
Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.
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4.6
Exceptional(1383)
Price: Moderate
• French • South End
Booked 14 times today
Frenchie is a sit down, easy-going neighborhood wine bar accompanying people in their everyday lives all day long. It is a space to meet, share and savor life, designed for people to relax while enjoying a French inspired menu.
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4.7
Exceptional(4530)
Price: Expensive
• French • Back Bay
Booked 68 times today
Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.

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From verified diners like you
  • Tom
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Estella was wonderful. My wife and I are foodies and in Boston for a conference. We were looking for something unique and comfortable. Estella offered a twist on traditional flavors that was wonderful. We started with drinks. The seasonal blueberry harvest was a delicious gin cocktail that was a perfect balance of sweet sweet and herbaceous deliciousness of gin. My better half had a Nearest to Me which was a delicious whisky shaken with lemon and ginger ale. We ordered the Parm garlic yucca fries with their delicious aioli…and I could’ve eaten another plate. For our meals I had the blackened salmon tacos. The flavors were delicious. The salmon was cooked well and the banana peppers and aioli balanced each other while the crispy onions added a welcome crunch to the lettuce wrapped tacos. My wife had the Shorty and Mash. My god was that a delish bite. The short rib was fall off the bone tender on top of delicious buttery mash. The sauce was a mustard and vinegar base and was unexpectedly delicious cutting through the richness of the beef. The toffee cake was a shared dessert to end the night. Service was attentive and friendly from both our server and management. It was loud but not off-putting and its always great when you leave a restaurant happy with what you had but eager to experience other flavors on the menu.
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    EstellaPrice: Expensive• American• Beacon Hill
    4.1
  • Jordan
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Elegant atmosphere, quiet noise level, excellent drinks, delicious food, attentive and good service. Nothing not to love!
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    Better SortsPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing
    4.2
  • Mauravip
    New Jersey •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    First visit here and definitely won't be our last. Fantastic food and fantastic drinks. Everything from the appetizers through to the Baked Alaska was absolutely delish! But what really made our night was our server, Jonathan M. His enthusiasm for the menu was spectacular. He had great recommendations and truly knew everything about every dish or drink. He brought us a few things to try that we didn't even order and he was not wrong about how good they were (the glazed carrots for example...chef's kiss!!). He even sold us on what sounds like a fantastic weekend brunch so we will be back for that without a doubt!!
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    The Vermilion ClubPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
    4.6
  • Jeffrey
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    Picked a place for brunch near the Theatre and on open table. Once again we were not disappointed. I really liked the menu. The food was great and certainly plenty. We will come back again.
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    Fete Restaurant and loungePrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Beacon Hill
    4.6
  • Eileenvip
    Greater Boston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 16, 2024
    My friends and I had a wonderful experience. The restaurant was quiet, the waitstaff was attentive and friendly and the food was not only delicious; but beautifully presented. What more could one ask for when dining out?
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    Artisan BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Theater District
    4.5
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