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Enjoy dining al fresco? Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Boston. |
550 Tremont St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-423-0550
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While somewhat overpriced, B&G Oysters is the subterranean South End raw bar gem of Barbara Lynch. More... |
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88 Sleeper St.
Boston,
MA 02210
617-426-2722
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You can’t beat the skyscraper-lined harbor view at this seafood spot located in the up-and-coming Fort Point Channel district. More... |
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Boston Center for the Arts
541 Tremont St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-423-0069
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Live music lovers come to this Bohemian supperclub for nightly jazz, blues, R&B, reggae, Latin and country. More... |
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Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston
40 Edwin H. Land Blvd.
Cambridge,
MA 02142
617-497-4200
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Chef/owner Dante de Magistris' flair for the Mediterranean shines at this waterfront restaurant that overlooks the Charles River. More... |
Hotel Commonwealth
528 Commonwealth Ave.
Boston,
MA 02215
617-532-9100
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This classy neighborhood brasserie in Kenmore Square is a happy mix of old Paris and modern Manhattan. More... |
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560 Harrison Ave.
Boston,
MA 02118
617-422-0224
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True to its name, Aquitaine’s sibling is indeed lighting up Harrison Avenue with its classic brasserie bustle. More... |
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533 Tremont St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-423-2700
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Local treasure Gordon Hamersley's famed bistro is a case study in the transformation from small wonder to major player. More... |
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Prudential Center
55 Huntington Ave.
Boston,
MA 02199
617-536-0770
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Japanese restaurant with upscale sushi offerings located below the Shops at the Prudential Center. More... |
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44 Brattle St.
Cambridge,
MA 02138
617-868-2255
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At once stalwart and stylish, Harvest continues to mesmerize by chanting the local and seasonal mantra. More... |
255 State St.
Boston,
MA 02110
617-742-5300
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Legal Sea Foods, like the Red Sox and the Kennedys, is a Boston institution and the epitome of the large-scale seafooder. More... |
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134 Hampshire St.
Cambridge,
MA 02139
617-661-0505
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Handsomely showcased at her Cambridge eatery, the exotic flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean prove Ana Sortun's forte. More... |
92 Winthrop St.
Cambridge,
MA 02138
617-576-2800
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Even hardcore downtowners frequent this lavish yet somehow tasteful fusion nightspot in Harvard Square. More... |
361 Boylston St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-247-4777
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Thanks to a menu that boasts the creations of chefs and bartenders citywide, this Back Bay café is enduringly popular. More... |
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384 Boylston St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-859-8555
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A rooftop deck (a/k/a “The Urban Canyon”) is an attraction at this Back Bay spot. More... |
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1525 Washington St.
Boston,
MA 02118
617-247-7747
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Don't be fooled by the white-on-white showroom look: South Enders are here for snappy modern Italian fare and the brunches. More... |
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190 Newbury St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-236-0990
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Stephanie's tried-and-true formula---beautiful people eating comfort food---has yet to go wrong. More... |
999 Beacon St.
Brookline,
MA 02446
617-277-8272
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This intimate tapas bar would fit just as well in Madrid as it does in its current home: leafy, suburban Brookline. More... |
1704 Washington St.
Boston,
MA 02118
617-536-4300
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Noise, attitude, and tasty food are the hallmarks of Ken Oringer's destination tapas bar. More... |
647 Tremont St.
Boston,
MA 02118
617-266-4600
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Contemporary cooking from chef Andy Husbands in the South End. More... |
79 Park Plaza
Boston,
MA 02116
617-422-0008
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Via Matta does “cucina italiana” in its own crazy way. More... |
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Ames
1 Court St.
Boston,
MA 02108
617-979-8200
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A "Benjamin Franklin meets Supermodel" vibe is the stated goal at this sleek urban tavern. More... |
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