Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Back Bay

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(1750)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 58 times today

Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.

A photo of Terra at Eataly Boston restaurant

2. Terra at Eataly Boston

4.3

Awesome(3750)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 79 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. Porto

4.7

Exceptional(1849)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 16 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.

4. Puro Ceviche Bar

4.3

Awesome(54)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 7 times today

PURO ceviche bar is a Latin inspired concept driven by love and passion that aims to produce unforgettable moments of celebrations through food and wine. Carefully selected ingredients of high quality and freshness is the only standard allowed to produce the enticing and creative seafood dishes. Our creative, energetic and underground ambiance brings an unmatchable energy to Newbury Street, while providing attentive and friendly service. The Puro way of life is to have fun and enjoyment with our guests and friends.

5. MIDA - South End

4.7

Exceptional(2728)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South End

Booked 45 times today

MIDA is a South End neighborhood restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes . Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional Italian food and culture, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.Dinner is served Monday - Thursday, and Sundays from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Patio reservations are available on a same day first come basis only. Please call the restaurant to secure patio seating. Patio availability is dependent on weather. Walk-ins are always welcome.

6. Prima

4.8

Exceptional(722)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Charlestown

Booked 64 times today

Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.

7. Bricco

4.6

Exceptional(5994)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 99 times today

Bricco’s star has been rising steadily since restaurateur Frank DePasquale revamped the menu to feature modern interpretations of regional Italian dishes. Bricco has garnished superlative reviews from food writers in Boston and around the country – Best Guaranteed Meal in the North End and Best Pasta in Boston just two of the most recent accolades. The talented kitchen team creates “boutique” Italian food, so-called because it is unique, personal and created for a select and sophisticated diner. The food is complemented by an enoteca (wine bar) with an exceptional selection of all-Italian wines. Bricco also offers a sophisticated late night scene. The chic and energetic bar serves up great one of a kind cocktails as well as brick oven pizza with gourmet toppings such as prosciutto and fresh mozzarella from Italy in addition with appetizer selections.

8. Giulia Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1791)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cambridge

Booked 27 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.

A photo of The Banks Seafood and Steak restaurant

9. The Banks Seafood and Steak

4.5

Awesome(1328)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 45 times today

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.

10. Amber Road

4.6

Exceptional(59)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 19 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.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

A
Alexandra
Edinburgh/Midlothian •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food. It was delicious and the portions were just right. Not as huge as other restaurants offer. The service is wonderful, too.
More info
PortoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Back Bay
•
4.7
S
Sarah
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The Scillian muscles were DELICIOUS, the sauce was phenomenal! I also ordered their short rib lasagna which was also tasty!
More info
MIDA - South EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• South End
•
4.7
L
Lisa
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Cool vibe and really delicious food! Highly recommend.
More info
Puro Ceviche BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Back Bay
•
4.3
M
Melissavip
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Terra is an absolute masterpiece of a restaurant! The Italian food here is nothing short of spectacular—every dish is crafted to perfection, and the flavors are unforgettable. The wine selection is equally impressive, with thoughtful pairings that elevate the dining experience to a whole new level. A special shoutout to our server, Vinicius, who made the evening truly extraordinary. His knowledge of the menu, attention to detail, and warm, professional demeanor added so much to our experience. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and we left feeling absolutely spoiled. If you’re looking for exceptional Italian cuisine, an incredible wine list, and top-tier service, Terra is the place to be. Highly recommend!
More info
Terra at Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
•
4.3
D
Dallasvip
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
I think this is the best restaurant food in Boston right now, really outstanding. The wine program is exclusively Greek, the list is huge, the grape varieties unfamiliar and unpronounceable, but the waitstaff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The restaurant struggles to keep wines in stock; I ordered two bottles that were not available that night. The place is crowded and noisy, the patrons generally young and hip, lots of fun.
More info
KrasiPrice: Expensive• Greek• Back Bay
•
4.8

Explore OpenTable

Back Bay

Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Back Bay

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Krasi

2. Terra at Eataly Boston

3. Porto

4. Puro Ceviche Bar

5. MIDA - South End

6. Prima

7. Bricco

8. Giulia Restaurant

9. The Banks Seafood and Steak

10. Amber Road

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable