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1. Joe’s Waterfront
4.5
Awesome(1896)
Price: Expensive
• American • North End
Booked 79 times today
Joe’s Waterfront, nestled at the crown of Boston’s North End Waterfront, showcases the best views of the Boston Harbor amidst some of the city’s most beloved historic landmarks. The menu features creatively flavorful dishes and modern fare made with local ingredients fresh from the ocean, farm, and neighborhood purveyors. Throughout the modernized dining room, nautically themed artwork and décor adorn the walls and surround diners against the gorgeous Boston Harbor backdrop that’s been woven into the story for decades. Upstairs at Joe’s debuts a comfortable new dining, lounge, and bar area with spectacular waterfront views from above. Adjacent to the lounge is a separate private dining area ideal for intimate events. Joe’s Waterfront offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out options available.
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2. Joe’s On Newbury
4.7
Exceptional(3080)
Price: Expensive
• American • Back Bay
Booked 155 times today
Joe’s on Newbury, located on Boston’s historic Newbury Street, offers the comfort food you crave. A staple in the Back Bay for over 35 years, the popular spot serves a New England inspired menu featuring classic dishes and an extensive beverage list. Joe’s on Newbury offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating as well as an enclosed patio, giving diners the feel of being outside all year long. Delivery and take-out options available.
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3. Atlantic Fish
4.7
Exceptional(12059)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Back Bay
Booked 100 times today
Atlantic Fish, located in Boston’s Back Bay, has been serving New England’s freshest catch since 1978. The fine-dining landmark serves award-winning classics alongside signature dishes. The fresh catch menu features hand-selected seafood, sourced from the harbor every morning. Atlantic Fish offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.
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4. Abe & Louie’s - Boston
4.7
Exceptional(9425)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Back Bay
Booked 130 times today
Abe & Louie’s, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is the epitome of a classic steakhouse. The iconic establishment sets the standard for elegant dining with superior service, charm, and appeal in a timeless sophisticated atmosphere. Abe & Louie’s, known for premium steaks, serves classic dishes, fresh seafood, shareable sides, and an award-winning wine list. Abe & Louie’s offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery and take-out available.
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5. Tia's on the Waterfront
4.0
Excellent(104)
Price: Expensive
• American • North End
Booked 8 times today
Tia's on the Waterfront is a casual eatery that overlooks Boston's waterfront. It's known for its traditional Seafood and American cuisine, including Lobster Rolls and New England Clam Chowder. Reviewers love the spacious outdoor patio with great views of the surrounding parks, monuments and boardwalk.
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6. MIDA - East Boston
4.7
Exceptional(438)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • East Boston
Booked 54 times today
Mida - East Boston is a waterfront restaurant as stated in its description and confirmed by multiple reviews. Customers rave about its panoramic views of the downtown Boston Skyline and the massive patio perfect for date nights. The restaurant is surrounded by water on three sides, creating an exceptional dining experience.
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7. Legal Sea Foods - Harborside
4.5
Awesome(6600)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Seaport
Booked 124 times today
Legal Sea Foods - Harborside is located on the Boston waterfront, as stated in its description. The restaurant's location is confirmed by reviews mentioning the 'waterfront', 'harbor view', and 'harborside' location. One reviewer specifically mentioned 'sat outside on the deck watching the boats go by', further proving its waterfront status.
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8. Serafina Seaport
4.7
Exceptional(690)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Seaport
Booked 91 times today
Serafina restaurants offer an authentic, inspired Italian dining experience in Boston. Whether you visit for brunch on the weekends, lunch on weekdays, or dinner 7-days a week, you will be sure to enjoy your experience with us. Visit our two locations!
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9. 75 on Liberty Wharf Bar & Grill
4.3
Awesome(1846)
Price: Moderate
• American • Seaport
Booked 19 times today
Beautiful restaurant with expansive harbor views serving upscale American cuisine.75 liberty Wharf is nestled in the seaport district offering a different dinning experience from all the other large venues. Features regional American food. Serving our neighborhood for the last 10years we are delighted to welcome you to our establishment. We are proud that we can serve our fresh cooked to order foods, specialty crafted drinks and cocktails. Our super friendly staff will make you want to come back again and again. we are the essential Boston Seaport restaurant a must see for residents and visitors alike. Our seafood stew and steak tips have our guests wanting to come back. We serve lunch and dinner seven nights a week and we serve brunch and lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The stuffed French toast is something you don't want to miss. during the seasons we always feature food and drink specials and special events. We will be happy to serve you .
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10. Nebo
4.6
Exceptional(1783)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Seaport
Booked 23 times today
NEBO Cucina & Enoteca serves authentic, home-style Italian cuisine, recipes brought over from Italy's Puglia region to Boston's Atlantic Wharf. NEBO now resides at Boston's premier location in the historic Russian Wharf Building, sitting on the Rose Kennedy Greenway and adjacent to Boston's Financial District, Waterfront, Seaport and North End.Carla and Christine, the chefs /co-owners, are inspired by the home-cooked meals their mother prepared each day when the growing up in the North End. NEBO's menu continues the Italian tradition of sharing amongst family and friends prepared using the freshest ingredients. Enjoy classic Italian dishes ,a variety of pizza , local seafood and drink any of the 100 Italian wines or unique cocktails while surrounded by a view of Boston’s beautiful skyline and the Rose Kennedy Greenway.The Pallotta sisters are the proud winners of “ Throwdown with Bobby Flay” . Guest come from all over the country to enjoy the winning Zucchini Lasagna !
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