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1. Eastern Standard
4.6
Exceptional(803)
Price: Expensive
• American • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 64 times today
Originally opened in 2005, Garrett Harker’s flagship restaurant has reopened its doors just up Beacon St. only three blocks from its original location. Eastern Standard continues to offer seasonally focused New England interpretations of classic brasserie fare, including raw bar and charcuterie, nostalgic favorites like steak tartare, baked rigatoni, steak frites, and butterscotch bread pudding, and some new soon-to-be-instant-classic dishes. Cocktail legend Jackson Cannon has crafted a beverage menu that features an array of craft cocktails both new and classic, a curated selection of wines, and craft beers from near and far.Please contact events@eshospitality.com to inquire about hosting your private event or large party reservation.
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2. Faccia a Faccia
4.5
Awesome(84)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 63 times today
Faccia a Faccia is the new coastal Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer. Led by Chef de Cuisine Alex O’Connor, the restaurant focuses on seasonal dishes highlighting the diverse cuisine of the coastal Italian region, drawing inspiration from their travels across Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia, and more. Faccia a Faccia features an expansive outdoor patio with lush greenery, inspired by al-fresco dining in Italy. Located below Faccia a Faccia is a natural wine bar called Bar Pallino. Helmed by Beverage Director Jodie Battles, Bar Pallino showcases an extensive list focusing on organic, natural and biodynamic selections.
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3. Coppa
4.8
Exceptional(1204)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South End
Booked 47 times today
A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian small plates, Coppa is an intimate enoteca tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End. At Coppa, Chef Ken Oringer's innovative touch shines through in every dish, offering a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist. As a James Beard Award-winning chef, Chef Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of local and regional ingredients.Our beverage menu changes continuously. From seasonal craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails, each sip perfectly complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural, and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience.
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4. Wusong Road
4.7
Exceptional(627)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Cambridge
Booked 96 times today
Wusong Tiki Bar is Cambridge's local tropical Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Famous for our hand-made baos, crab Rangoons and the best Mai Tai in Boston. Please note if there are no tables available our ground floor bar and 2nd floor bar are available for guests without bookings--subject to availability and during peak hours there may be a queue.All reservations are for a 90-minute experience, and we kindly ask that you respect the guests who follow.Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.
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5. Trattoria Il Panino
4.5
Awesome(6497)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 188 times today
Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.
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6. Citrus & Salt
4.6
Exceptional(2049)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Seaport
Booked 109 times today
Coastal Mexican Tapas Restaurant and Tequila Bar by Chef Jason Santos. Fun and Bright coastal inspired décor. Large variety of tequilas and mezcals to choose from.
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7. Cafe Sauvage
4.6
Exceptional(246)
Price: Moderate
• French • Back Bay
Booked 19 times today
A trendy Parisian-style café-restaurant, offering modern French cuisine with European and African influences. Located between Massachusetts ave and Beacon street, Sauvage is the coziest new back bay neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Antoine and Anaïs, Café Sauvage is an extension of their dining room. They’ve brought together their mixed heritage, love of great food, and chic french vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all.Café Sauvage have also a delicious selection of wines and craft cocktails. Brunch is served every weekend (Friday included). Our brunch is operating on a first come first serve. We accepting walk-ins at our bar and patio.We're currently serving a $65 Prix Fixe menu for our "FRENCH DINNER" every last Wednesday of the month.
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8. Banners Kitchen & Tap
4.4
Awesome(529)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 101 times today
Restaurant & sports bar serving American fare in a contemporary, multilevel space.Named for the iconic championship team banners raised into the rafters throughout history, Banners Kitchen & Tap is located in the thick of Boston sports, on the former site of the Boston Garden, adjacent to the TD Garden and North Station at The Hub on Causeway.Banners Kitchen & Tap is an immersive restaurant and bar featuring upscale tavern cuisine as well as classic game-day menu staples, healthy alternatives, a children’s menu, and many other unique offerings for lunch & dinnerBanners boasts the biggest in-restaurant LED TV screen on the East Coast, Blades & Boards VIP dining room, and Banners Kitchen & Tap Topgolf Swing Suite.
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9. Uni
4.6
Exceptional(2279)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay
Booked 40 times today
Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.
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10. MIDA - South End
4.7
Exceptional(2794)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South End
Booked 58 times today
MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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