Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Theater District

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapanese

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Boston

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Back BayBeacon HillCambridgeChestnut HillDorchesterDowntown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

48 restaurants available nearby

1. Bistro du Midi

4.6

Exceptional(4632)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Back Bay

Booked 85 times today

Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.

A photo of Terra - Eataly Boston restaurant

2. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.4

Awesome(3854)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 107 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.

3. Bar Mezzana

4.8

Exceptional(1452)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 27 times today

Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts. Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!

4. Mistral - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(6179)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Back Bay

Booked 65 times today

Located in Boston's trendy South End, Mistral is a culinary destination that transports you to the picturesque charm of Provence. Immerse yourself in an inviting atmosphere adorned with hand-picked pottery and elegant arched windows, evoking both warmth and sophistication. Our talented chefs showcase their passion for French cuisine by creating artful dishes with the freshest seasonal ingredients.

5. Shore Leave

4.8

Exceptional(249)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • South End

Booked 19 times today

Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston’s rich dining scene. Named after a sailor’s leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave’s tropical cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle. This space, music, and our Shore Leave team, make every moment here feel like watching the sun go down with your feet in the sand. Off the main drag, just below the street in Boston’s South End, Shore Leave brings you on an everyday vacation. Options are available for regular dining or the OMAKASE EXPERIENCE. We do not take reservations for "just drinks", so cancellation fees will apply. Just drinks? Walk in for bar seats! We ID at the door. Underage guests are permitted but not permitted at the bar. Live entertainment! On Fridays Shore Leave hosts Drag Race viewings at 8p and The People's Karaoke at 10p. The surf rock band The Electric Heaters play the first Thursday of every month beginning at 8p. Entertainment varies so call for details!

A photo of Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center restaurant

6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.6

Exceptional(3562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 154 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

7. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(84)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • South End

Booked 47 times today

Toro, in Boston, helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef, Ken Oringer, serves delectable Spanish tapas dishes in its contemporary and charming restaurant. The tortilla Española with a kale, egg, potato and onion omelet and the Boquerón's white anchovies in vinegar and olive oil make excellent pintxos starters. Some of Toro's most vibrant and delectable tapas plates include the chicken empanada de pollo with charred tomato salsa, the salt cod fritter croquettes de Bacalao with tempura lemon rings and the asado de huesos roasted bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. Equally inventive cocktails, such as the morning star with spicy gin, dark rum, citrus and ginger beer and the tinto de verano with red wine mixed with lemon-lime soda.Toro's weekend brunch plates include the salchicha y huevos jalapeno maple sausage, fried eggs and crispy potatoes and along with other plates, make it a prime brunch spot.

8. Mooncusser

4.8

Exceptional(1499)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 20 times today

Cancellation Policy: We ask that if you need to cancel your reservation, do so 24 hours in advance. Guests cancelling within 24 hrs of their reservation will be charged $50 per person.Mooncusser serves a $120 multicourse menu from head chef Carl Dooley. Since opening in 2017, the restaurant has been awarded top honors by the New York Times, Boston Magazine and other publications.

9. No Relation

4.9

Exceptional(155)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • South End

Booked 9 times today

Tucked away down a narrow hallway, No Relation is a nine-seat, secret sushi restaurant nestled within Shore Leave, a tropical experience from the team at Bar Mezzana and Black Lamb. Chef Colin Lynch leads the inventive omakase menu, where Japanese technique and his creative interpretation of a sushi-ya are presented each evening over approximately 14 courses. Join us in a shared intimate experience with a thoughtfully curated menu, served directly by our chefs. A magnetized world map will highlight the areas from which the menus fish is sourced. Luxurious extras, like Black Truffle and Ossetra Caviar, can be added on during your experience. Towards the end of the omakase, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy extra bites.

10. Uni

4.6

Exceptional(2287)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Back Bay

Booked 30 times today

Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.

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Tati
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food in this place is amazing, we started with the Wagyu Beef tartare👌🏽 amazinggg, then for our main Ricotta & Swiss Chard Tortellini and Pan Seared Scallops, I cannot decide which one was better, both were outstanding. For dessert I highly recommend the mango tiramisú, we did also the Baked Chocolate Ganache, but the chocolate is super dark ( if you are a fan you will enjoy it). Thank you Walter for making our night, an amazing experience.
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Bistro du MidiPrice: Expensive• French• Back Bay
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4.6
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Diane
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
great food & service. I hope they have two Omakase options. Short and long
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Shore LeavePrice: Expensive• Sushi• South End
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4.8
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CarolS
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Totally impressed with our experience at Mistral…our server Kyle, was just the BEST, the food was outstanding, kudos to the chefs, and the bartender makes the best martinis🍸Thanks to everyone for giving us a wonderful dining experience!!! Nicholas Phelps, you run a fabulous restaurant!!! We will certainly return!
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Mistral - BostonPrice: Moderate• French• Back Bay
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4.8
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful restaurant, service and excellent food! I will definitely be back!
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Bar MezzanaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South End
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4.8
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Lisa
New York City •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Such a fun experience in Boston! Highly recommend. Our food came out quickly, was delicious and the staff were super.
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.4

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