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A photo of Mooo BEACON HILL restaurant
1. Mooo BEACON HILL
4.8
Exceptional(4739)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Beacon Hill
Booked 64 times today
Welcome to Mooo Beacon Hill, a modern steakhouse that blends sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill. Our warm and inviting décor provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience, while our full bar and award-winning wine list add to the overall ambiance. Open seven days a week, we recommend making a reservation to secure your table for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up with the latest news and events.
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2. Estella
4.2
Awesome(676)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 94 times today
Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.
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3. Amber Road
4.7
Exceptional(71)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 20 times today
Amber Road, anchored in the center of Boston’s historic Financial District and within the beautiful Exchange at 100 Federal, the restaurant and lounge is downtown’s “It Place to Be.” Celebrate a good day at the office, mingle with colleagues, keep it business casual with an impressive power lunch, toast to success with fine wine & cocktails, or make yourself stand out by renting the space privately for corporate gatherings. The ambiance is the star here. The cozy & refined interior boasts a vibrant display kitchen with a signature rotisserie & wheel crank ovens, an ever present cherry blossom tree at its center, and a glistening 22-seat bar. The menu focuses on dynamic flavors from across the world, and a sophisticated yet fun beverage program has crafts and cocktails alike.
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4. The Vermilion Club
4.6
Exceptional(133)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 26 times today
Perched on the mezzanine of The Connector at Winthrop Center in Downtown Boston, The Vermilion Club is Chef John Fraser’s modern take on a classic chophouse. The space exudes a vibrant energy, making it the ideal destination for all occasions. Named after Dale Chihuly's masterpiece sculpture above our 55-foot bar, The Vermilion Club embodies a design-forward ethos conceptualized by Thomas Juul-Hansen.Chef Fraser's Mediterranean heritage shines through in the menu, featuring elevated steakhouse classics and Northeastern favorites. Beverage Director Amy Racine unveils an expansive cocktail lineup featuring over 70 meticulously curated cocktails, reintroducing classic cocktails with a contemporary twist. The pastry program is under the expert guidance of Chef Sofia Schlieben, and her large-format Stout Sticky Toffee Cake takes center stage.Welcome to the club.
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5. Back Deck
4.5
Awesome(2010)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 25 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.
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6. Carrie Nation
4.3
Awesome(756)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Beacon Hill
Booked 13 times today
RESERVATIONS ARE FOR THE DINING ROOM ONLY. WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS FOR THE SPEAKEASY OR BAR.A 1920's style speakeasy located on Beacon Hill. For memorable cocktail and cuisine experiences Boston, Carrie Nation Cocktail Club on Beacon Street offers not only an extensive menu of exquisite dishes and drinks, but also a touch of history. Learn about Carrie Nation’s passionate efforts to rid America of liquor while smugly indulging in the very intoxicating delights that this firebrand fiend despised. At Carrie Nation, you can experience one of the best new locations for dining and cocktails in Boston. Those looking for a cocktail club in Beacon Hill with a classy, but comfortable, atmosphere can experience all that Carrie Nation has to offer. Check out the hidden bar in the back!!RESERVATIONS ARE FOR DINNING ROOM ONLY. Speakeasy lounge and bar are first come first serve.
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7. Silver Dove Afternoon Tea
4.8
Exceptional(550)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Faneuil Hall
Booked 21 times today
Silver Dove Afternoon Tea is a full service tearoom in Downtown Boston specializing in English style afternoon tea service. Steps from Government Center and the Freedom Trail, an experience at Silver Dove includes a pot of tea and a curated selection of finger foods. The food is a set menu and fixed price consisting of a variety of finger sandwiches, savory canapés, cakes, scones, macarons and other pastries which rotate seasonally.We offer 90 minute reservations for afternoon tea Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are available up to six weeks in advance. We can accommodate parties of up to six guests on weekends, and parties of up to twelve guests Wednesday through Friday.We serve a wide selection of teas and herbal infusions from around the world and of various styles. We also provide a selection of craft cocktails and mocktails, as well as sparkling and still wines. Our kitchen is completely gluten free (and oat free). We are independently owned and operated.
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8. Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing
4.3
Awesome(2957)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Crossing
Booked 50 times today
Step into the bustling energy of Downtown Crossing at our stylish Legal Sea Foods location. Featuring a modern look with black brick and glowing amber glass, guests can unwind in the lounge, at the large bar, or in the dining room overlooking our open kitchen. Enjoy local favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more! Located near Boston's theater and financial districts, it's ideal for a pre-show dinner / post-performance catch-up or a get together with the team to celebrate a win.
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9. Artisan Bistro
4.4
Awesome(1143)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Theater District
Booked 16 times today
Artisan Bistro is a modern and inviting dining room dressed in rich dark and light woods with elegant European design elements. Accents of black, off-white, cognac, blues and warm grays echo a classic bistro look and feel. Crafted wood wainscoting throughout the room and soft ambient lighting from above highlight the white-washed, wood floors to further enhance the bistro-like setting. New stitched-leather booth seating lines the dramatic floor to ceiling wall of windows overlooking Avery Street and two high-top u-shaped booths frame the space on either end. Additional cluster seating is intimate and close, allowing for easy conversation and lively exchange. Artisan Bistro features fresh, local seasonal dishes that present artisanal cooking in an approachable way.
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10. The Bosworth
4.8
Exceptional(41)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 5 times today
The Bosworth Restaurant + Bar is located in the heart of Downtown Boston just steps from the historic Boston Common, offers a dining experience that blends New England classics with Mediterranean influences, crafted by Chef Kinan Ibrahim. Begin your day with a flavorful breakfast, relax in the evening with bespoke cocktails or a curated wine selection, or enjoy a thoughtfully prepared dinner in a warm and inviting setting. For special occasions, we provide private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings, with personalized touches to make your event truly unforgettable.The Bosworth is located inside Hotel AKA Boston Common.

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  • Cindy
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food is delicious ! Everything is fresh and prepared with care. We found BackDeck by chance but have returned twice since. Also, our server, Ricardo, made the experience that much better with his happy personality, not to mention the excellent service.
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    Back DeckPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing
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    4.5
  • JosephVIP
    Greater Boston •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great place for a business lunch - well located, easy to get to, nice aesthetic, great food and glass of wine. The service was excellent. Great experience!
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    The Vermilion ClubPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4.6
  • NajeebaVIP
    Greater Boston •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Server was pleasant and all of the food was delicious!
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    EstellaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Crossing
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    4.2
  • GinnyGVIP
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had a lovely dinner at Amber Road. The food was amazing - the lobster turnover was so delicious! We also had pear salad, scallops. ahi tuna- it was truly great. We topped it off with the best espresso martini I’ve ever had. Service was great and it’s a beautiful space. Highly recommend!
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    Amber RoadPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District
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    4.7
  • MatthewVIP
    Greater Boston •44 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Last time I went to Mooo was probably 20 years ago, when they first opened. Great dinner and night. Very nice staff, vibe is hip and cool, got the beef dumplings which were excellent, then we split a sliced aged Porterhouse, carrots and onion rings. Food was very good. The steak was very good, but not as good as some of the other high steak houses. But definetly a great place and a must go. But if you want the best steak in town and that is only goal, there are other options. I enjoyed it.
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    Mooo BEACON HILLPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Beacon Hill
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    4.8

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