The Banks Seafood and Steak

Name: The Banks Seafood and Steak
Address: 406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 399-0015
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

Visa Dining Collection

4.5

1418 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people

Apr 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

The latest venture from restauranteur 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

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.
Paul Hobbs Wine Dinner
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 30, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us for an exclusive wine dinner featuring Paul Hobbs Winery with special guest Agustina Hobbs. Experience a special five-course menu crafted by Executive Chef Edson Rojas paired with a Paul Hobbs Winery selection curated by Wine Director Benjamin Chesna. Visit TheBanksBoston.com/happenings for full menu details.

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.

Popular dishes

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
Brawley, CA
Brandt 100 Day Aged Ribeye 18 oz$90.00
Brawley, CA

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

What 1,418 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
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Banks Seafood and Steak offers "wonderful service" and "delicious" food in a chic, modern setting. With standout dishes like "amazing oysters" and exceptional seafood offerings, it's a great spot for both casual lunches and special occasions. "Service was outstanding," and the ambiance, especially by the fireplace, is "warm and inviting."

1,418 Reviews

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Rayma
Raleigh16 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
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.
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Hollis
Greater Boston31 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
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.
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peter VIP
Los Angeles9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
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.
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John
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice spot for lunch. Food was delicious. Service was attentive. Would definitely return for drinks or dinner.
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J
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was very full, with tables close together, which made it a bit loud. But the service was wonderful and the food was delicious
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Bert
Seattle10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Loud, busy space but with the most amazing oysters, shrimp and lobster in the Boston area Service was outstanding!!! Charming and attentive!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Hawaii8 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent. We had fish tacos and the mushroom and goat cheese omelette. Both were very well prepared. Music today was a little louder than last time we went to the jazz brunch, but was still nice . They seemed to be a little short staffed server wise. Overall a very nice experience and we look forward to going again.
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on April 8, 2025
Thank you for your kind words about our food. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fish tacos and mushroom and goat cheese omelette. I am sorry that it seemed that we were short staffed. We always strive to provide our guests with the best dining experience possible, and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We'll certainly look into this to ensure we're fully staffed and ready to serve you next time. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Banks Seafood and Steak soon. Best regards, The Banks Management Team
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Scott
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Stopped by for a first time drink, ended up going to dinner the following night. Pleasant crowd, and nice decor made me feel welcome. The restaurant is 2 levels, with lots of space upstairs. If you don’t have reservations, you should be fine. Regarding the food, our party tried the Caesar Salad, Calamari, Branzino, Lobster Gnocchi, Pasta Bolognese, and the Roasted Chicken. Every single dish looked incredible and delivered on taste. The Branzino was simply incredible and the Caesar Salad, in its simplicity, was maybe the best Caesar Salad I have ever had. I don’t think you can go wrong with anything at The Banks. A really enjoyable experience; wish I lived closer.
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on March 31, 2025
Scott, Thanks for visiting us while you were in town. We're delighted to hear that you had a pleasant experience and enjoyed your dining experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak. We're thrilled that you enjoyed our Caesar Salad, Calamari, Branzino, Lobster Gnocchi, Pasta Bolognese, and the Roasted Chicken. We get lots of people glowing over the food, and actually we hear that same comment about the Caesar pretty often. We always strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests. Your feedback is truly appreciated! We're glad you found us to be a good choice for a dining experience. We look forward to your next visit when you are back in Boston! The Banks Management Team
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Sylvia VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time at this restaurant and we really loved the food and the staff was very friendly and professional
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on March 31, 2025
Sylvia, Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great first experience at The Banks Seafood and Steak. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and found our staff friendly and professional. We strive to provide our guests with the best dining experience possible, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon! The Banks Management Team
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Richard
Seattle10 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We thought the ambiance was city modern look. It was real nice open feel. The food was delicious & service great. The only negative remark was not disclosing additional fees associated with truffle d=fries & hot fudge with desert. We definitely recommend.
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded on March 26, 2025
Richard, Thanks for visiting us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our ambiance and food at The Banks Seafood and Steak. We strive to create a unique and enjoyable dining atmosphere for all our guests. We appreciate your feedback about the disclosure of additional fees. We'll certainly take this into consideration to ensure our guests feel fully informed. We're glad you'd recommend us and we hope to see you again 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 1418 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 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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The Banks Seafood and Steak

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Paul Hobbs Wine Dinner

Alcove / Raw Bar

City View Space

City View & Top Shell Bar Area

The Fireplace Room

The Wine Room

Custom inquiry

$2 Oyster During Midday

Branzino

Grilled Branzino

New England Clam Chowder

Caviar & Shellfish Towers

Caviar Spoon$15.00

The Banks Osetra Caviar$125.00

Petit Banks Plateau$75.00

Grand Banks Plateau$145.00

Banks Tour Plateau$175.00

Sides

Jalapeño Cornbread$8.00

Onion Rings$14.00

Foraged Mushrooms$17.00

Mashed Potatoes$13.00

Truffle Fries$14.00

Broccolini$13.00

Starters

Selection of Oysters$4.50

Poached Shrimp Cocktail$5.00

Chilled Lobster Tail$38.00

Halibut Ceviche$21.00

Tuna Tartare$24.00

Ora King Salmon Crudo$19.00

Hiramasa Crudo$25.00

New England Clam Chowder$15.00

Arcadian Greens$16.00

Caesar$17.00

Crab Cake$25.00

Spanish Octopus Casa$25.00

Point Judith Calamari$21.00

Maine Mussels$24.00

Entrées

Veal Chop Milanese$71.00

Green Circle Roasted Chicken$35.00

Halibut$45.00

Seared Tuna Steak$44.00

Grilled Branzino$42.00

Ora King Salmon$43.00

Lobster Roll$54.00

Lobster Bake$85.00

Steamed Whole Lobster$45.00

Dover Sole Meunière$85.00

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

Brandt 100 Day Aged Ribeye 18 oz$90.00

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Banks Seafood and Steak offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Banks Seafood and Steak restaurant rated?

Is The Banks Seafood and Steak currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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