Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Fort Point Channel

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1. Comfort Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(739)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dorchester

Booked 30 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 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. Kaia

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • South End

Booked 50 times today

At Kaia, we’re re-imagining the way food and culture blend into one along the shores of the Aegean. Honoring the timeless rituals of foraging, fishing and feasting, we let nature be our guide. Fresh, local, and seasonal, we’re committed to sourcing ingredients that capture the full essence of this palette. From briney crudos and caviar to herbaceous, whole-fish dishes, each plate reflects the purity of flavors born from wind and water.

A photo of Terra - Eataly Boston restaurant

3. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.5

Awesome(3948)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 88 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.

A photo of Monica's Trattoria restaurant

4. Monica's Trattoria

4.6

Exceptional(1908)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 16 times today

Monica's Trattoria is a true hidden gem, located in the heart of Boston's Historical North End. At the corner of Prince and Salem Street, you will find this cozy candlelit dining room with a full-bar, beautiful brick walls, and a modern twist. Enjoy authentic Italian style cooking featuring our fresh homemade pastas or stop by the bar & sip on our signature Espresso Martini. As the brothers say, "If you are what you eat, only eat delicious."

5. Ostra

4.8

Exceptional(4762)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 69 times today

Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

6. Amber Road

4.6

Exceptional(83)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 25 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.

7. Giulia Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1853)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 20 times today

Giulia is a chef-owned regional Italian restaurant located between Harvard and Porter Squares in Cambridge. It is the first restaurant of award-winning Chef Michael Pagliarini. Its reputation has spread nationally with frequent out of town guests as well as Boston area locals.Giulia puts a particular emphasis on hand-crafted pastas, made each day on our custom-built chef’s table adjacent to the open kitchen.Best of Boston Italian Restaurant. All Italian wine list with unique Italian varietals. Local purveyors, dry aged local beef, burrata di andria, stone milled flours, vegetarian options.Giulia is currently open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining. We accept reservations up to two weeks in advance. To reserve a patio table, please call us at 617-441-2800. All reservations made online are for indoors only. Kindly note that our patio is uncovered so reservations there are weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.

8. Porto

4.7

Exceptional(1948)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 77 times today

Porto boasts a large and beautiful heated patio space with a retractable awning and sides in the middle of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The menu is inspired by Coastal Mediterranean selections with a focus on Italy's coast. Porto is located on Ring Road in Boston's Bay Bay, steps from the Prudential Center and Copley, next door to Saks Fifth Avenue. Enjoy a lively meal in either of Porto's well appointed dining rooms, or indulge in a casual meal at the bar or kitchen counter seating, overlooking the oyster bar and open kitchen. Porto's one-of-a-kind outdoor patio and bar overlooks Ring Road with Boylston Street views, and serves as a Mediterranean oasis, right in the heart of Back Bay.

9. Libertine

4.4

Awesome(336)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 14 times today

Libertine North End's menu is currently being updated with new specials each week! We are excited about our 98% gluten free menu. ALL ITEMS EXCEPT RAVIOLI HAVE A GLUTEN-FREE OPTION! Come join us and enjoy some of our new Portuguese dishes. We welcome you to enjoy our open window front dining room and bar where you may enjoy savory Italian and Portuguese foods and wines, or quench your thirst with one of our signature or seasonal cocktails. Our team is excited to welcome and serve your friends and family. Everyone is welcome at Libertine North End. NOTE: Parties larger than 6 must secure your reservation with a credit card. Also, in order to meet all our guests needs, we adhere to a 10 min late policy after which your reservation is subject to cancelation. We respectfully ask patrons to be mindful of succeeding reservations, especially during weekends. We thank you in advance for your understanding.

A photo of The Banks Seafood and Steak restaurant

10. The Banks Seafood and Steak

4.3

Awesome(1471)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 34 times today

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.

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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was fantastic! Our party had a few dietary restrictions (including gluten-free) and our server was very detailed in making sure they could accommodate.
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.5
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Timothy
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Ostra remains the best seafood restaurant in Boston. The food is sublime, the staff is excellent, and the service is without peer. Five stars.
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OstraPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Back Bay
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4.8
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Anya
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Super fun! Great drinks and service! Food is very interesting definitely not what we expected but super pleased! Music was a little loud but it was bearable!
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KaiaPrice: Expensive• Greek• South End
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4.7
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Maria
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent food and service. Expresso martini the best. Recommend 100%
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Monica's TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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4.6
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Carolyne
Greater Boston •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was my best dining experience of 2025 thus far! The food was delicious, the service was great, and the ambiance was nice. I will definitely go back to Comfort Kitchen and recommend it to others.
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Comfort KitchenPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Dorchester
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4.7

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