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 Posted: Tue Dec 12, 2006 12:29 am Post subject: FOOD & DINING IN BOSTON / BOSTON DINING GUIDE |
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FOOD & DINING IN BOSTON
Old and new cuisines
Seafood is a Boston favourite, as is the traditional Yankee boiled supper, but this ethnic melting pot has an eclectic selection of menus.
Drinking is a favourite pastime. Bars and pubs fill to capacity during the week when the after-work crowd comes out. College students add to the scene in laid-back establishments that serve more draft beer than martinis. On almost every corner of urban Boston you can find a casual pub or a swanky, retro-style lounge or nightclub. For local favourites, try the Delux Cafe, the Other Side Cosmic Cafe and Charley's Eating & Drinking Saloon.
Waterfront
Seafood rules the dining scene here, enticing visitors with clam chowder and lobster. Anthony's Pier 4 on Northern Avenue is a popular and well-established spot. Legal Sea Foods is a local chain that is popular with residents and tourists alike. The Barking Crab has beer and crabcakes galore, and the Daily Catch will entice you with its specialties from the sea.
Faneuil Hall
You can find Yankee suppers, Irish fare, seafood and pub grub in this historic downtown marketplace. Durgin-Park has pot roast and boiled dinners. The Black Rose is a good spot for a pint of Guinness. There are also food courts for a quick bite.
Beacon Hill
This beautiful, old-fashioned neighbourhood is known for its intimate and romantic places, including The Hungry I, Todd English's famous Figs and the French-Asian Torch. Although there is often a wait for a table, the inviting cobblestone streets and gas-lit alleyways are perfect for a pre-dinner walk.
North End
This famous neighbourhood is home to historic landmarks and the best Italian food in Boston and perhaps in all of New England. Hanover Street is packed with such popular establishments as Pomodoro, Mamma Maria, Mike's Pastry and Caffe Vittoria.
Chinatown
With the highest concentration of late-night dining options in the city, Chinatown eateries are crowded well into the night. Among the best are Chau Chow City and East Ocean City.
Newbury Street
Fusion restaurants and countless cafes line this busy Back Bay street. Stephanie's on Newbury and Sonsie Bistro & Cafe are swank spots for the dining elite. Davio's has great Italian food and a cozy atmosphere. The Cuvee at Jewel of Boston features fine American cuisine, while 29 Newbury is known for celebrity spotting and chic dining in a intimate setting. For special occasions, L'Espalier is a truly romantic French restaurant.
South End
The South End, with its quaint row houses and manicured buildings, has a variety of dining options to choose from. On a walk along Columbus Avenue and Tremont Street in this neighbourhood, you will encounter restaurants offering modern French and American food, Ethiopian cuisine and down-home southern cooking. Tremont 647 and Mistral are two hotspots in this area.
Cambridge
On the other side of the Charles River, Cambridge has many hidden jewels, many of which are priced out of the student budget range and offer a fine dining experience in this cosmopolitan little city. Casablanca is an obvious choice for Humphrey Bogart fans, and Chez Henri serves French cuisine with a South American twist. The Border Cafe is the place for margaritas and quesadillas.
Often the best way to find a good meal in Boston is by exploring on foot. Every neighbourhood in Boston has interesting choices, from gourmet to pub grub.
A note about smoking
"Smoking or non" is a question one rarely hears in the Boston area, because "non" is usually the only option. The city of Boston allows smoking only in select bars. If food is served, there must be six feet between the smokers at the bar and tables with food. As a result, some tightly-packed establishments do not allow smoking at the bar; be sure to ask before lighting up.
The suburb of Somerville has similar rules, and Cambridge permits smoking in only a few bars. Smokers should avoid the southwest suburb of Brookline, where all public smoking is banned. |
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