One of my favorite bars in Boston. Visited for the first time with my husband and we made…read morereservations in advance. There is no bar seating only couches and bathroom is downstairs. Ambiance is very chill and great music. Our server was Lou and she was great. Idk what people are talking about in other reviews but she was great. She gave us recommendations on drinks and food and our service was on point. We tried 4 drinks and for the hummus ans everything was delicious. We will be back!

Interesting ambiance, though it's really hard to visit as a single person, since everything is set…read moreup in little clusters of couches, and there's no bar seating. Cocktail menu is ambitious but doesn't deliver on the ingredients and vision promised in the description, and certainly not for the price.

As per usual 10/10 Greeted in door way…read more Clean well stocked bathrooms Welcoming to everyone 80s 90s 2000s knowledgeable stylish Mushroom app and burger were nice treats to add to the awesome studio ghibli themed menu from the BB guide so clever top notch cocktails Cocktails Drinks Music and kikis delivery service on the projector good vibes

I am a lover of everything studio ghibli so when I saw Backbar was doing essentially a month of…read moredrinks based on the movies I knew I had to go! The bar is really funky fun which I loved. There is literally fun everywhere you look from the panda stuffed animal riding a tiger on the wall to the hilarious shrek pillow. Coming right when they open I was able to see these things that you would likely not see in the evening. But to be fair I came right when they opened since it is first come first serve. A majority of the drinks were more on the savory side which was very interesting like "may all your bacon burn" with bacon bites at the top of the drink. The drinks my friend had were all stunning with the use of egg yolk to elevate the drink. We ended the evening by walking over to Bow Market and trying Viet Citron which was so DANG GOOD my gosh. The to go orders were insane but looks like they are doing very well despite recently opening in. I got the grilled lemongrass pork ribs bowl and youtiao and the side sauce was so good. The ribs were all very meaty. It looks small but I was surprised how full I was after having it. Nice night of drinks and food. What we got Kiki's marmalade buns Castle in the sky Milk Punch May All your bacon burn

The Irving is one of my go-to spots for after-work drinks. The vibe is perfect for unwinding, and…read moreit's a place I find myself coming back to often. If I make it in time before the late-night menu starts, I have to order the foie gras -- it's my favorite item on the menu and it's SO good. Rich, perfectly prepared, and always hits the spot. When I come later and the late-night menu is on, I go straight for the cheeseburger. Simple, classic, and exactly what you want with a drink. Service can be a little slow at times, so I've learned to either order right away or grab a seat at the bar, which makes the experience much smoother. Overall, definitely a staple for me -- great for drinks, great bites, and a solid after-work hang

Amazing lobby bar at the famous Lenox Hotel in Boston's Copley and Prudential area. They serve the…read moresimilar appetizer and dishes as Willow and Ivy which is the restaurant next door so go there if you can't get into Willow and Ivy. First come first serve seating and our waitress was on it! Love the holiday decor and it is cozy but can get loud like any hotel lounge bar.

My daughter was performing in town and she mentioned she wanted to go to this place for the food…read more We took the walk from Fenway and visited. I have to say, it was one of the best restaurants I have visited in a long time. The server informed us how the menu worked because I have never had tinned food before. For the people reading this. It is a tinned canned of seafood that is presented on a mini charcuterie board. Nice concept! It came with half loaf of bread and butter, flavors salts, jams and peppers. We also ordered the Caesar salad and my wife said it was the best salad she has ever had. It looks small in the picture but it is not small. It came with a thinly sliced toasted bagel on top. I am in Boston and I wanted to try the clam chowder and it was far the best clam chowder I have ever had. I have had lots of clam chowders and there was no comparison. The place is a very unique restaurant with a charm that was very pleasant. Definitely going back next time in Boston.

Saltie Girl is a classic Boston stop and borderline a must-try if you're visiting. The warm lobster…read moreroll was great, and the clam chowder was another standout for us. The place appears to always be busy, but we were impressed that they were still finding ways to accommodate walk-ins and keep things moving. We sat at the bar top, which is definitely a little tight quarters, but honestly about what we expected from a spot this popular and busy. Great seafood, lively atmosphere, and absolutely worth having on your Boston list.

visited a while ago, and it left a great impression. The restaurant is beautiful, with a spacious…read moreand inviting layout, and the décor creates a perfect atmosphere for a night out. Our waitress was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed, which added to the positive experience. While I didn't try the food, the drinks were excellent and a definite highlight. Overall, the restaurant was beautiful and had great ambiance, attentive service, and fantastic drinks. I'd definitely recommend it and look forward to returning.

Chef Valentine Howell's current residency at Wink & Nod is outstanding and worth the visit. All of…read morethe food we had was delicious and bursting with flavor. The griyot was nice and crispy, and the pikliz added just the right amount of spice and brightness. The djon djon fried rice had a lot of textural components to it that made it interesting. The fish was my favorite of the night, perfectly cooked and the broth it was sitting it was very flavorful. The dark, swanky vibes were spot-on - the chairs were super cushioned, the service was fast and attentive, and the drinks! What a great cocktail program, the base of Wink & Nod's excellence. Will definitely be back again for another date night!

I am over the MOON with Moon Bar!…read more If I could live here I would! :) Another excellent experience here and it just happened to be restaurant week. We also spent an hour at the King Tut exhibit across the street! This restaurant/bar always seems packed. And, with reservations for 645pm (highly recommend) the bar was quite busy. The buzz from this high-end cocktail bar is exactly what you want on a Friday evening; From girlfriends sipping their wine to couples laughing and swirling their cocktails, Moon Bar is for the classy and sexy. Abby our server is excellent! A mixologist who knows all the cocktails and can recommend based on your preference. I tried one of their new cocktails with bourbon and did not care for it. Abby made me my mezcal drink that I have ordered before...its the 305 cowboy, an extremely popular drink. A must try for sure! Note: Some bartenders make you feel guilty for saying something about a drink you ordered and did not like. But, here at Moon Bar, Abby was so gracious to make me something that I will enjoy. Hats off to her:) Food: Since it was restaurant week we just shared everything. For starters we ordered the Tuna Tartare that was excellent. Then, we had Piri-Piri Chicken Thighs that were also good but quite spicy. For dessert, we shared the Caribbean Tiramisu, which was great. It was a tough choice between this and the Guava Cheesecake. We were so full that we ended up bringing home leftovers. Oh, I also forgot to mention we always order their Curry Fries - a must try when coming here Trust Me. My husband doesn't love curry but he loves these fries and you will too. #friesaretodiefor Moon Bar, thanks for being amazing in every way. Thanks for your splendid service, crafty cocktails, delicious wine (try the Pinot Noir from Germany), and your amazing food ---Love those Curry Fries! "Alexa, make reservations for 2 at Moon Bar for tonight." Cheers~

What an amazing time we had a moon bar! The ambience was perfect for a girls night out and great…read morewall art. All the drinks we got were delicious which I feel like is rare for a bar. The great palm and golden colada were my favorite. They were both sweet with a tangy aftertaste. The roasted cauliflower was very flavorful. It was heavy on the sauce which was great and loved the crunch of the cashews. The tandoori chicken was my favorite. It was very juicy and tender chicken marinated well. The curly fires had a great masala seasoning. The yogurt based was my favorite to dip into. The staff were excellent with frequent check in and quick service. Overall, I highly recommend this place.

I came here for breakfast during my stay at The Newbury. Service was quite slow as initially there…read morewas only one dedicated, friendly employee handling the seating, taking orders and busing the tables. My order of yogurt with fruit and granola was fresh, filling and a yummy beginning to my day. My coffee was equally enjoyed, and note that it's $13 for each small coffee pot. Refills are not complimentary. I loved my window table on this rainy morning, and the lovely, cozy ambiance of The Street Bar. It's easy to see why this is such a sought after bar each evening.

We visited on January 11th, a few weeks prior to my wedding. This was a day I had planned for…read moremonths with my daughter and future stepdaughter, an important and meaningful occasion, and the experience fell significantly below expectations. In advance, I stopped into the hotel to confirm that a gluten-free guest could be accommodated and was assured this would be handled. In reality, the accommodation was inadequate and, at times, unacceptable. While the rest of us were served scones, my stepdaughter was given cut fruit in their place, and told that was all they had to accommodate.The dessert course consisted of what appeared to be basic gluten-free cookies, misrepresented as something more gourmet - egg nog cookies??? This lack of preparation was both disappointing, upsetting and avoidable. The broader experience was equally concerning. We were subjected to an unsolicited and uncomfortable "lesson" on tea service, which detracted from what should have been a relaxed and celebratory occasion. While trying to enjoy the time with the girls, being a lifelong tea drinker and someone who has been to many times at your establishment and its various incarnations, this is something I have never experienced. The food quality was poor (scones were clearly reheated and stuck to the cloth napkin they were wrapped in), and there were notable service lapses, including being served water in a visibly shattered glass. Additionally, when hot water was added to refresh the tea, my stepdaughter's pot curdled and had to be replaced. It was especially disappointing, as I mentioned that I had stopped in and spoken with the concierge, and was assured, as they had called the kitchen while I stood there that they readily accommodated gluten-free. There are numerous places in the city that could have done this, and if you had just told me that you could not do so, I would have booked us elsewhere. I chose not to raise the multiple issues in the moment so as not to disrupt what was meant to be a special day for the girls and me. However, the total cost exceeded $500, and the experience did not come close to justifying that price point! Do not recommend.

oh. em. gee. best pasta i've ever had in my life…read more i was looking online for an italian restaurant and this came up multiple times. first off, the interior is gorgeous, plush green seats and antique style. we ordered their special items of the night: lobster risotto and the vodka veal. genuinely the best risotto i've ever had. the people online were not lying when they said their vodka rigatoni was the best. it was indeed very very delicious. even though all of us were full from the pasta, we still had to get tiramisu. it was a perfect way to end the meal. our server was great and attentive, thank you for a wonderful meal.

7/5/26: I stopped by Gigi for lunch around 1 PM on a Sunday, and surprisingly the restaurant was…read morealmost empty. My guess is that this is more of an evening destination where people come for cocktails and the atmosphere rather than lunch. We ordered a Diet Coke, the Scampi appetizer, Carbonara, and the Rigatoni Alla Vodka. The scampi was easily the best part of the meal. It was flavorful, cooked well, and made for a nice appetizer to start things off. Unfortunately, the pastas didn't quite meet expectations, especially considering the price. The Rigatoni Alla Vodka was $28, but the pasta wasn't cooked al dente and felt overdone. The Carbonara, also $28, was disappointing as the eggs had curdled and the dish ended up being much oilier than I expected. At $18, the scampi was enjoyable, but overall I don't think the food justified the price point. One bright spot was the service. Our waitress was incredibly kind, checked in on us frequently, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a very aesthetic design. I can definitely see why it's popular on social media. There is also outdoor seating, which I imagine would be a nice option on a warm summer evening. One thing I did notice, though, is how closely the tables are spaced together. Since the restaurant was mostly empty during our visit it wasn't an issue, but I could see it feeling crowded and fairly loud once the dining room fills up. I was honestly surprised by the meal because Gigi is part of the Mazi Restaurant Group, and I've really enjoyed some of their other concepts, especially Kava Neo-Taverna. Based on this experience, though, I think there are plenty of Italian restaurants in Boston that offer better food and better value for the same price. Overall, I'd give Gigi 3/5 stars. The service and atmosphere were both strong, but the food didn't live up to the pricing. If I came back, it would probably be for drinks, appetizers, and the ambiance rather than a full Italian dinner.

Drinks were incredible and the bartender, Paul, was so friendly and made it a great experience! The…read moreview is unmatched and the ambiance is fun and inviting!

Accessible only through View Boston, Stratus is pricey, but you are paying for the ambiance. It's…read more$37 to enter and wander the deck (outdoor and indoor) and the bar is one of the stops along the way. My friend and I visited for the holiday pop-up and found the decor cute, but it was definitely quite full starting around 5pm on a Friday. We went around sunset (very early 4pm unfortunately) and easily got seats. We got to see the city both in daylight and at night which was nice. I liked the candy cane forest ($18 with tax) which was quite light and refreshing like mint ice cream. My friend got the fireside cran-beary cocktail ($18 as well) which tasted like cough syrup which she didn't mind, but I would not get that one for myself personally. Service was fine, although they had to remake my drink because there was some metallic/shiny appearing piece in my drink. Overall, it was a nice one time experience to soak in the views, but the drinks were hit or miss and the journey was much too pricey for my liking.

Such a fun experience and honestly such a deal for how many drinks and food you get! Definitely…read moreneed reservations, even on a weekday. You have to enter the building with a small fox picture, go down a set of stairs and check in at the counter of said restaurant before they lead you into the back where the speakeasy is. The menu is "set" in that they have a particular cuisine focus for the night and the four food dishes are predetermined as well as the first drink. That being said, you get to order three more drinks from their cocktail menu that range from lighter to more spirit forward, ending with more dessert type cocktails. All the drink flavors were so unique and a fun twist. The food was actually very substantial. Good flavors as well. Our favorite dishes were the lamb cigars (large egg roll shape with eggplant and spices) and the whole branzino. Everything was good though. Service was a very friendly and they were open about the fact that if you didn't like a drink they'd make you another one.

Man I love this place…read more Reservations are a must and it is a little tricky to find. Look for the fox on the outside door and go downstairs. We sat at the bar and Ada was our bartender. She was great! Really enjoyed talking with her and she had great drinks recommendations. The food was delicious and very unique which was refreshing. Its a 2 hour experience with 4 drinks, 3 food courses and a dessert. You definitely wont be hungry after. Highly recommend for a date night.