Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Theater District

106 restaurants available nearby

1. Comfort Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(602)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dorchester

Booked 14 times today

Nested in Uphams Corner, Dorchester, we're a lively and intimate 30-seat restaurant serving brunch on the weekend and dinner at night with a full bar and outdoor patio. Our food is a celebration of the ingredients and flavors of the African diaspora connected from Asia to the Americas — global comfort food. We are proudly Black-owned, immigrant-owned, and women-owned. We believe that food is a vital aspect of community building and we envision a place that is actively engaged in highlighting the culture, art, and history of our community.- Patio dining: patio reservations are weather-dependent and may be canceled due to inclement weather. Our patios are partially covered protecting from light to moderate rain and light wind. - Timing: dinner's last seating is at 8:45pm and brunch's last seating is at 1:30pm. Your table is reserved for 90 mins for parties of 1-5 guests and 2 hrs for parties of 6+ guests.

2. Bistro du Midi

4.6

Exceptional(4533)

Price: Expensive

• French • Back Bay

Booked 43 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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3. M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza

4.3

Awesome(269)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Back Bay

Booked 1 time today

Thank you for choosing MJ O'Connor's! We have spacious, socially-distanced seating and operate with the highest standards of safety. We currently are not taking reservations at this time, but walk-ins are always welcome! Any questions please give us a call at (617) 482-2255! We look forward to providing you with a safe and enjoyable dining experience!About MJ O'Connor's:A favorite Irish pub for visitors and locals alike for over 15 years, visit MJ O’Connor’s for delicious pub fare, American food, local craft beers and an extensive draft beer selection. Menu features include award winning New England Clam Chowder, Fish & Chips, and Steak Tips. MJ’s is conveniently located in the Park Plaza, between Back Bay and the Theater District.

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4. Maggiano's - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(6444)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 78 times today

Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy Boston, located on Columbus Avenue near the Theater District, Boston Common & Park Plaza. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Freedom Trail & the Boston Tea Party. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more.Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.

5. Back Deck

4.2

Awesome(1970)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 10 times today

Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Back Deck brings the outdoors inside with details like exterior carriage lighting and glazed brick in the dining room and an open kitchen that invites guests to watch the flame-licked fun. Back serves polished takes on cookout classics as well as dishes cooked over an open flame at homes across the globe. Almost all of the menu is grilled on three hardwood charcoal grills hand-picked to accommodate many differing options.

6. Aujourd 'hui

4.6

Exceptional(159)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Back Bay

A true breakfast haven, Aujourd'hui offers a blend of sophistication and modern elegance paired with morning specialties and the city’s best views of the Boston Public Garden and gold-domed state house on the Boston Common. Daytime artisanal creations and exquisite classics define Aujourd'hui's menu where each dish offers a harmonious blend of quality ingredients and New England culinary finesse. Impeccable service and a tranquil ambiance complete this refined breakfast experience.

7. Row 34 - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(2338)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fort Point Channel

Booked 30 times today

We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus. Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

8. Hunter's

4.6

Exceptional(263)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • South Boston

Booked 22 times today

Hunter's, with its signature Southern comfort food, is a cozy haven in South Boston. Their dishes like chicken & waffles, gumbo, and smoked meats have received rave reviews for their perfect, flavorful taste. Customers love the 'amazing food and ambiance', and the friendly, great service. It's the perfect place for a warm, comforting meal, with a lively atmosphere that enhances the dining experience.

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9. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.5

Awesome(3428)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Back Bay

Booked 58 times today

Buttermilk & Bourbon is a comfort food haven with its Southern cuisine and generous portions that reviewers rave about. One patron described it as 'yummy comfort food, great service, energetic atmosphere'. Another mentioned it as a 'cozy atmosphere- great food'. Their menu is filled with comforting dishes like biscuits, chicken wings with homemade sauces, and fried Southern-style food. It's a place where you can enjoy delicious food in a pleasant atmosphere.

10. South End Buttery

4.5

Awesome(2388)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 12 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

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Pam
Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and drink selection and fun atmosphere. Server was very friendly and service was fast.
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M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Back Bay
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4.3
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Ricardo
Caribbean •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was excellent. I am a foodie and home chef and always find flaws in the food served at restaurants, not in this case. I was impresed with quality and size of portions as well as with the service. Its a must go place!!
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Maggiano's - BostonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.7
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Melvip
Greater Boston •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food, nice ambiance, with excellent service in a great location.
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Row 34 - BostonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fort Point Channel
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4.8
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John
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Good food and atmosphere lined the chicken wasn’t a fan of the wax beans glad the server and kitchen could replace it with fries definitely will make another appearance
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Buttermilk & BourbonPrice: Moderate• Southern• Back Bay
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4.5
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KimW
Orlando / Central Florida East •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Great place to go before a show! Delicious food and fast service. They know how to get out out in time for the theatre. We go to The Back Deck all the time and have never been disappointed!
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Back DeckPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing
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4.2

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106 restaurants available nearby

1. Comfort Kitchen

2. Bistro du Midi

3. M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza

4. Maggiano's - Boston

5. Back Deck

6. Aujourd 'hui

7. Row 34 - Boston

8. Hunter's

9. Buttermilk & Bourbon

10. South End Buttery

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