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- CChristianGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined todayI came to Boston Chops for my brother’s birthday and we had a great time! The steaks were so flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the wine and cocktail offerings had a great variety. I especially liked the Saturnalia cocktail. Shoutout to Marry for the great service!More infoBoston Chops - Downtown CrossingPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Crossing•4.7
- NNatalieLos Angeles •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoService was great! The woman was very personable and had a smile on her face at all times. Food was flavorful and dessert was even better. Would recommend the Butter Toffee CakeMore infoEstellaPrice: Expensive• American• Beacon Hill•4.1
- LLindavipNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThe dining experience was amazing. All of the Staff’s recommendations were perfection. The French Onion Dumplings and Broiled Clams were delicious as was the all of our entrees. Too full to finish, but we did because it was so good!More infoThe Vermilion ClubPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.7
- LLuGreater Boston •10 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 27, 2024Almost every restaurant has some level of inconsistency, but this restaurant is pleasingly surprising despite changes or minor adjustments.More infoMooo BEACON HILLPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Beacon Hill•4.8
- KWKimWOrlando / Central Florida East •6 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 14, 2024Great 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!More infoBack DeckPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing•4.3
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In a city that is synonymous with foods like baked beans and cream pie, it’s no surprise that Boston’s Downtown Crossing is full of wonderful restaurants that have perfected American dining staples. Located between Boston’s bustling financial district and Boston Common, this little slice of the city is home to residents who are fortunate to live in proximity to numerous coffee shops, pubs, and cocktail bars. Seafood and steak dishes are plentiful here, but the real heart of Downtown Crossing is in Boston’s homegrown, and distinctly American, food, like lobster rolls and clam chowder. These uniquely American flavors and more await all comers in one of the oldest cities in the United States.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Downtown Crossing Boston is Roxanne's
The best vegetarian restaurants in Downtown Crossing Boston are Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing, Back Deck and Scholars Bar & Lounge
The restaurants with the best service in Downtown Crossing Boston are Boston Chops - Downtown Crossing, Ruth's Chris Steak House - Boston and The Merchant
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Downtown Crossing Boston are Scholars Bar & Lounge, Roxanne's and Boston Chops - Downtown Crossing
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