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The Banks Seafood and Steak, Boston, MA

The Banks Seafood and Steak

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4.5 (1426)
$31 to $50
Seafood
406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
The latest venture from restaurateur Chris Himmel and Executive Chef Robert Sisca, The Banks delivers inspired interpretations of coastal favorites and classic steak dishes in an elegant two-story space in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. Seafood, steaks, and strong cocktails are served against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows, a warm and inviting fireplace, a working wine room, and open kitchen—making this the perfect place to celebrate, indulge, and enjoy New England classics like you’ve never had them before. Swing in for daily oyster hour, or reserve a table for your next celebration.

Located on the corner of Clarendon and Stuart Streets, The Banks is within walking distance of the South End and Back Bay neighborhoods, including just a short distance from Boston's famous Copley Square.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Midday Lunch Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 399-0015
  • Website
    http://www.thebanksboston.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Edson Rojas
  • Private party facilities
    At The Banks Seafood and Steak, we pay homage to the fishing traditions of the New England fishermen while featuring land options as well. We offer two fully private dining spaces, as well as many other semi-private spaces. The Banks is also available for partial and full buyouts.
  • Private party contact
    Alexander Sohn: (617) 399-0028
  • Location
    406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Clarendon Street + Stuart Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Back Bay Train Station, Orange Line or Copley T stop on the Green Line.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Mother's Day Prix Fixe Brunch

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mom in style with a three-course prix fixe at The Banks Seafood and Steak. Indulge in a variety of delicious dishes like Lemon Pancakes or Lobster Eggs Benedict, served alongside brunchy cocktails and our extensive wine list —all set to the smooth sounds of live jazz music. The Mother's Day Brunch prix fixe is 75 per adult and children's menus are available. Visit thebanksboston.com for the full menu.
    Mother's Day Prix Fixe Brunch Photo

  • Sunday Jazz Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at The Banks Seafood & Steak every Sunday from 11am - 2pm for a leisurely brunch with live jazz, featuring rotating duos and trios of local musicians. Sip, savor, and soak in the smooth sounds—every Sunday on Stuart Street. Pair the music with our Bloody Mary made with oyster brine, a buttery Croissant Breakfast Sammie, and Lemon Pancakes for the table.
    Sunday Jazz Brunch Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • $2 Oyster During Midday

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us from 3 - 6 pm every day for $2 dollar oysters! Reservations and walk-ins welcome.

    $2 Oyster During Midday Photo

Menu

The Banks Seafood and Steak's menu was last updated on 4/18/2025.

Caviar & Shellfish Towers

  • Caviar Spoon$15.00

    • The Banks Osetra Caviar$125.00

      clean, light, floral

      • Petit Banks Plateau$75.00

        serves 2-4; selection of assorted shellfish

        • Grand Banks Plateau$145.00

          serves 4-6; selection of assorted shellfish

          • Banks Tour Plateau$175.00

            serves 6-8; selection of assorted shellfish and crudo

            Sides

            • Jalapeño Cornbread$8.00

              smoked maple butter

              • Onion Rings$14.00

                espelette, sea chili aioli

                • Foraged Mushrooms$17.00

                  balsamic, fennel pollen

                  • Mashed Potatoes$13.00

                    cultured butter, chives

                    • Truffle Fries$14.00

                      parmesan, old bay aioli

                      • Broccolini$13.00

                        grilled lemon, olive oil, sea salt

                        Starters

                        • Selection of Oysters$4.50

                          banks hot sauce, mignonette, cocktail sauce

                          • Poached Shrimp Cocktail$5.00

                            jumbo shrimp, chili cocktail sauce

                            • Chilled Lobster Tail$38.00

                              saffron aioli, grilled lemon

                              • Halibut Ceviche$21.00

                                coconut leche de tigre, red onion, corn nut, cassava chips

                                • Tuna Tartare$24.00

                                  sesame, jalapeño, crispy rice, rose harissa

                                  • Ora King Salmon Crudo$19.00

                                    shrimp furikake, preserved harry’s strawberries, rice crisp

                                    • Hiramasa Crudo$25.00

                                      green peppercorn, mango ponzu, aged shoyu, sesame cracker

                                      • New England Clam Chowder$15.00

                                        berkshire pork belly, chives, herb oil

                                        • Arcadian Greens$16.00

                                          sunflower seeds, spring vegetables, feta, apple, balsamic vinaigrette

                                          • Caesar$17.00

                                            white anchovy, pecorino, crouton

                                            • Crab Cake$25.00

                                              jumbo lump crab, chives, aioli, cucumber

                                              • Spanish Octopus Casa$25.00

                                                crispy spicy potato, aji amarillo, gate olives, bonito flakes

                                                • Point Judith Calamari$21.00

                                                  jalapeño, zucchini, chorizo remoulade

                                                  • Maine Mussels$24.00

                                                    chorizo, chipotle cream, dill, grilled baguette

                                                    Entrées

                                                    • Veal Chop Milanese$71.00

                                                      baby heirloom tomatoes, watercress, caperberries, lemon butter

                                                      • Green Circle Roasted Chicken$35.00

                                                        beet spitzle, pea hummus, camembert jus

                                                        • Halibut$45.00

                                                          poached halibut, persimmon, salsify, asparagus, osetra caviar, squash blossom

                                                          • Seared Tuna Steak$44.00

                                                            shishkucha, chanterelle mushroom, white asparagus, cured duck egg yolk

                                                            • Grilled Branzino$42.00

                                                              green pesto, pine nuts, morels, fiddleheads, baby beet

                                                              • Ora King Salmon$43.00

                                                                stinging nettle risotto, spring vegetable medley, pickled cherry

                                                                • Lobster Roll$54.00

                                                                  brown butter bun, chives, old bay potato chips

                                                                  • Lobster Bake$85.00

                                                                    chorizo, lobster, clams, mussels, shrimp, potatoes, corn, bourbon

                                                                    • Steamed Whole Lobster$45.00

                                                                      corn, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, drawn butter

                                                                      • Baked Stuffed$25.00

                                                                    • Dover Sole Meunière$85.00

                                                                      brown butter, capers, parsley

                                                                      From the Broiler

                                                                      • Greater Omaha Filet Mignon 10 oz$69.00

                                                                        • Brandt Prime Bavette 8 oz$45.00

                                                                          • Brandt Prime NY 14 oz$76.00

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                                                                            • Brandt 100 Day Aged Ribeye 18 oz$90.00

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                                                                              Additions

                                                                              • Bearnaise$7.00

                                                                                • Truffle Butter$9.00

                                                                                  • Au Poivre$7.00

                                                                                    • Lobster Tail$38.00

                                                                                      • Seared Foie Gras$26.00

                                                                                        • Jumbo Shrimp$15.00

                                                                                          Last updated: April 18, 2025

                                                                                          What 1,426 people are saying

                                                                                          The Banks Seafood and Steak reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                          4.5
                                                                                          4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                          • 4.5Food
                                                                                          • 4.4Service
                                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                          • 4Value

                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                          The Banks Seafood and Steak offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food and service." Diners appreciate the creativity and craftsmanship of Executive Chef Edson. Standout dishes include the "best fish taco," "exceptional Branzino," and "amazing oysters." Despite occasional noise and service hiccups, it remains a top choice for seafood lovers in Boston.

                                                                                          1,426 Reviews

                                                                                          1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                            Greater Boston1 review

                                                                                            3.0

                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                                            2. Food 2
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            I have eaten at The Banks many times. The first floor can be very very noisy. This was a lunch meal so perhaps that is why, on the second floor, it was actually quiet. We had a very nice waiter b it the food left much to be desired. The three “dinner rolls” were $6.00 and awful. Too sweet and simply not appropriate as “bread.” We ordered Caesar Salad with shrimp. The blackened shrimp was inedible is was so spicy and I am a spicy liking person. Even the “regular” shrimp were described as too spicy. Someone with a serious allergy tried to order tuna which, when it came, appeared to be swimming in one of allergic items. To the manager’s credit, it agreed that the tuna was not acceptabl3 7 removed it from the bill. I wish this restaurant nothing but success but the food is simply not as good as it was and is very expensive.

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                                                                                          2. Matt

                                                                                            London1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Superb lunch here. We had a selection of starters to share and it was all absolutely delicious. The staff were in knowledgeable and really friendly. Would highly recommend.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 1 day ago
                                                                                            Matt, Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our selection of starters and found all of them delicious. It's wonderful to know that our friendly staff added to your positive experience. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Banks Seafood and Steak soon. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          3. Hassan VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston15 reviews

                                                                                            1.0

                                                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                                                            2. Food 1
                                                                                            3. Service 1
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            Mediocre food (under salted crab cakes, poor cut of steak full of tendons, etc), terrible value (lobster roll more like a grossly overpriced lobster bite), and totally inattentive service (waitress forgot fries order and tried to pretend she hadn’t and would disappear despite there being few tables occupied). The only nice thing was the ambience. There are FAR superior options in the neighborhood from the standpoint of food, service, and value.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 1 day ago
                                                                                            Hassan, Thank you for the feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak didn't go well. We take pride in our food and service, and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short in some areas during your visit. We're also sorry for the inconvenience caused by our service staff's absence. Your comments are valuable to us as we strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          4. Neal VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston32 reviews

                                                                                            3.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 27, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            really overpriced for the quality of the food. won't come back.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 28, 2025
                                                                                            Neal, Thanks for visiting us. We're sorry to hear that you found our food to be overpriced and didn't have the expected experience. We strive to provide high-quality experiences with value, so your feedback is helpful. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          5. M VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston182 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 22, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Always very good. Menu selection, food quality, service level, and ambiance (particularly upstairs near the windows) are all excellent. Wine list is strong even if premium priced.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 25, 2025
                                                                                            M, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak! Your compliments about our menu selection, food quality, service, and ambiance are greatly appreciated. We always strive to provide a strong wine list, and it's great to know that you appreciated it. We noticed your rating on value and we'll certainly take your feedback into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          6. Allison

                                                                                            New York City1 review

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 22, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            The only issue was it was loud at a business dinner it was hard

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                                                                                          7. Ruiyi

                                                                                            Unspecified1 review

                                                                                            2.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 21, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                            3. Service 2
                                                                                            4. Ambience 2
                                                                                            the service is very poor. I don’t think the waiter like the Asian customer
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 25, 2025
                                                                                            Ruiyi, I am so sorry to hear that you did not have a good experience with us. I can assure you that our intent is always to have all of our guests enjoy themselves and their experience. I hope that you will give us another chance. The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          8. Rayma

                                                                                            Raleigh16 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 20, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                            3. Service 2
                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                            Was seated at our table 20 minutes late. Table service was slow and then when we did get a server, he rushed. Expected more.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 25, 2025
                                                                                            Rayma, We appreciate your feedback and we're sorry to hear about your experience. We strive for prompt service at all times and it's disappointing to know we fell short in this instance. We will certainly address this with our team to ensure it doesn't happen again. We never want anyone to feel rushed. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Best, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          9. Hollis

                                                                                            Greater Boston31 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 20, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Went for Easter brunch. Food overall was good especially omelette and bacon. Service started off well then not so great. Our server didn’t come after food delivered and had to get another server to bring coffee then didn’t ask if needed cream/sugar then didn’t bring a spoon. Then given check without asking about dessert which we had planned on but ended up getting elsewhere. Overall good location and food good but not sure I would go back for brunch.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 25, 2025
                                                                                            Hollis, Thank you for the feedback, Hollis! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food, especially the omelette and bacon. We apologize for the service issues you experienced, it's not typical of our standards. We understand that you were looking forward to dessert, and we're sorry we missed the mark. We'll ensure that our team learns from these incidents to improve our service. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we hope to have the chance to impress you with our brunch service in the future. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          10. peter VIP

                                                                                            Los Angeles9 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined on April 19, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Calamari was perfect, my filet was excellent and they made chimichuri sauce just for me! A bit understaffed but it is Marathon weekend. Wine list is quite good, not too voluminous but good broad selection and prices were not over the top. Desserts - lemon tart, praline cheesecake were great - chocolate cake needed to be warmed.
                                                                                            The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 25, 2025
                                                                                            Peter, Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our calamari, filet, and chimichuri sauce. It's always a pleasure to know that our staff made your experience special on Marathon weekend. We appreciate your feedback on our staffing levels and will strive to improve. We're glad that you appreciated our wine selection and desserts. We hope to welcome you back to The Banks Seafood and Steak soon! Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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                                                                                          FAQs

                                                                                          The Banks Seafood and Steak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 399-0015.

                                                                                          The Banks Seafood and Steak is rated 4.5 stars by 1426 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                          3. Greater Boston
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                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                          7:00 PM
                                                                                          Booked 81 times today
                                                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                                                          Google Map for The Banks Seafood and Steak

                                                                                          406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116

                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                                            Clarendon Street + Stuart Street
                                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                                            Back Bay
                                                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                                                            Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Midday Lunch Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                          • Price
                                                                                            $31 to $50
                                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                                            Seafood, Cocktail Bar, American
                                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                                            Valet
                                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                                            Back Bay Train Station, Orange Line or Copley T stop on the Green Line.
                                                                                          • Payment options
                                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                          • Executive chef
                                                                                            Edson Rojas
                                                                                          • Additional
                                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                          • Website
                                                                                            http://www.thebanksboston.com/
                                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                                            (617) 399-0015
                                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                                            At The Banks Seafood and Steak, we pay homage to the fishing traditions of the New England fishermen while featuring land options as well. We offer two fully private dining spaces, as well as many other semi-private spaces. The Banks is also available for partial and full buyouts.
                                                                                          • Private party contact
                                                                                            Alexander Sohn: (617) 399-0028

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