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The Banks Seafood and Steak, Boston, MA

The Banks Seafood and Steak

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4.3 (1485)
$31 to $50
Seafood
406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • 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
  • 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

Experiences

  • 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

What 1,485 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Banks Seafood and Steak offers a remarkable dining experience with "excellent food and service." Diners rave about the "beautifully presented" dishes, particularly the seafood and steaks. The ambiance is "lovely," making it perfect for date nights. However, some guests have noted service delays and noise levels. Overall, it's a worthwhile visit for seafood enthusiasts.
1,485 Reviews
  1. yun

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was very good. Service and Food.  we will go back again.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 2 days ago
    Yun, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything about your visit to The Banks Seafood and Steak, from our service to our food. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals and memorable experiences. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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  2. kelly VIP

    Portland / Oregon16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere was great, food was great, all was better than we could have imagined. Groth wine was very good as well.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 2 days ago
    Kelly, Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and the groth wine at The Banks Seafood and Steak. It's always a pleasure to know that our efforts to provide a great dining experience are appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal. The Banks Management Team

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  3. Matthew

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was cooked to perfection, the staff was nice, and the environment was great for a date night. If you are on the fence I would highly recommend the aged steak as it was the best steak I have ever had.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on July 17, 2025
    Matthew, Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere—especially the aged steak! Hope to see you again for another great date night. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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  4. Tina VIP

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    While the service was great the food was not. Just expected better quality seafood and the mashed potatoes were like soup.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on July 17, 2025
    Tina, Thanks for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the service, but sorry the food didn’t meet expectations. We’ll share your comments with our team. Best Regards, The Banks Management Team

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  5. Joan

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was impeccable and the atmosphere was nice. There were very few diners while we there but we were still sat at a small table in the corner of the restaurant. I would have preferred one of the tables with a view. The prices were high but we were expecting them to be. I will say I ordered one of the more expensive items from the special section, the dover sole. It was simply fine. My partner's dish which was half the price was much better. Out server was very kind and knowledgeable. We really appreciated her and overall I enjoyed the restaurant quite a bit.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on July 8, 2025
    Joan, Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance and service at The Banks Seafood and Steak. A table with a view is always very nice and we understand your concern about your table. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration. We're glad to hear that your partner's dish was excellent and that you enjoyed everything. We strive to serve the best food & beverage. We hope to see you again soon! The Banks Management Team

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  6. Hina

    Birmingham/West Midlands (county)1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We walked in, the aircon was so cold despite being told they would switch it off. We ordered a steak, medium rare, the first time it was overcooked and the second was akin to blue, completely raw in the middle. Absolutely horrific. They comped it off the bill, and the other food was subpar. Cold mashed potatoes, bland chicken. The servers were lovely but could probably work some place where the food is actually decent.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on July 8, 2025
    Hina, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak. It's disappointing to know that our steak and mashed potatoes didn't meet your expectations. We always strive to provide the best food and service, and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continually work to improve our offerings. We're glad to hear that you found our servers lovely and the atmosphere comfortable. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food in the future. The Banks Management Team

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  7. Andrew VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! One of the best meals we’ve had in Boston.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 2 days ago
    Andrew, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests had a great time and enjoyed our food. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Banks Management Team

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  8. Allison VIP

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was divine and just the freshest seafood!
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on July 8, 2025
    Allison, Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fresh seafood and found the overall experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak to be delightful. It's great to know that our service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Banks Management Team

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  9. Daniel VIP

    Greater Boston35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good brunch. Not inexpensive, but quality left me feeling okay about it. Can recommend the ceviche - good fish, well prepared. It would be better without the difficult to use and flavor-wise unhelpful taro chips. Consider asking them to serve the chips on the side or just skip them and use your fork. Also enjoyed the AvoToast (with smoked salmon). Avocado was ripe, salmon was excellent - toast itself was softer than preferred, but as this is New England, and soft bread is the rule more or less. Huevos rancheros also recommendable. My companion reported enjoying his omelette. It was breakfast, and we weren't drinking - came to about $100 for two.
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on June 27, 2025
    Daniel, Thank you for your review and for recommending us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our ceviche, Avocado toast, and Huevos rancheros. We appreciate your feedback regarding the taro chips and the bread. We strive to provide a high-quality dining experience and your input helps us to improve. We hope to see you again soon at The Banks Seafood and Steak for another brunch. Best regards, The Banks Management Team

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  10. Marisa

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly beautiful restaurant with a great staff. Our table enjoyed everything we ate and drank! Clam chowder was amazing! Definitely go!
    The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on June 27, 2025
    Marisa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything you ate and drank, especially the clam chowder. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're glad that you had a great time at The Banks Seafood and Steak and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, 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 4.3 stars by 1485 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
  4. Boston
  5. Back Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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