Best Restaurants for People Watching in Financial District

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchIndianChinese

Regions

Boston

Areas

Back BayCambridgeChestnut HillFaneuil HallFenway–KenmoreFinancial District

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

31 restaurants available nearby

1. Fin Point

4.6

Exceptional(1111)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 20 times today

Fin Point Oyster Bar and Grille features a full Raw Bar and renditions of New England classics that are both sophisticated and approachable. The elegant dining room and dynamic bar scene compliment the inviting atmosphere. An instant classic nestled into historic downtown Boston, perfect for power lunches, afterwork drinks, celebrations and private events.Weekend $1 Oyster Special Thursday - Saturday from 2PM-5PM!

A photo of Waterline – Boston Marriott Long Wharf restaurant

2. Waterline – Boston Marriott Long Wharf

3.8

Excellent(286)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Faneuil Hall

Booked 2 times today

Set inside the hotel, Waterline tempts patrons with New England favorites that feature locally sourced ingredients, featuring our award winning New England Clam Chowder alongside a superb drink menu. This waterfront restaurant also showcases breathtaking Long Wharf views from its perch overlooking Boston.

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3. North 26 Bar & Restaurant

3.8

Excellent(45)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Faneuil Hall

Booked 1 time today

Enjoy a modern dining experience at our North 26 Restaurant and Bar. We specialize in taking your favorite classic dishes and adding our own modern twists to create dishes you are sure to enjoy. From our chicken parmesan egg rolls to our lobster roll or spicy shrimp pasta, we have something for everyone and invite you sit back, enjoy the view of Faneuil Hall and downtown Boston, and eat to your heart's delight at North 26! You can choose to enjoy it outdoor dining on the patio during the summer, or indoors with a view of Faneuil Hall. For breakfast, lunch, dinner, or evening cocktails and bar bites, look no further than North 26 Restaurant and Bar.

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4. Lincoln Tavern and Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1489)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South Boston

Booked 106 times today

Located in the heart of South Boston, Lincoln is a classic American tavern that offers guests a welcoming combination of home-spun, American fare alongside a wide variety of rustic, wood-fire-grilled specialties.Built with the intention of being a comfortable meeting spot for locals looking to share stories at the end of their long day, Lincoln draws inspiration from it’s surrounding, hard-working, and uniquely American neighborhood.Revitalizing a nearly forgotten West Broadway space that at one time housed the area’s only department store, Lincoln feels nostalgic. It’s open-air, tiled-floor cafe, grande bar, and soaring, original tin ceilings remind us of a time when dining halls and supper clubs were a way of life.

5. Beehive

4.6

Exceptional(7173)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • South End

Booked 90 times today

The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.

6. Contessa - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 44 times today

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

7. Quattro

4.5

Awesome(1394)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 37 times today

Quattro Ristorante, Grille & Pizzeria, is restaurateur Frank DePasquale’s forth restaurant in the North End, hence the name which means 4 in Italian. Quattro is also located on the 4 major corners of the North End, Boston’s Famous Italian Neighborhood. Inspired by Italy’s passion for high quality foods prepared with fresh ingredients, Quattro brings delicious foods from simple locally grown ingredients. Frank DePasquale does something few restaurateurs have every tried, melding a full service restaurant that serves wine, beer and cordials with a kitchen equipped with a rotisserie, a char broiler and an authentic Neapolitan brick style pizza oven. Quality has been the only focus and the essential ingredient at Quattro, from the ingredients to the preparation of the food to the service. Quattro’s unique menu appeals to a wide variety of people by touching on all categories, fresh meats, seafood, pork and poultry prepared right in front of your eyes on our custom built rotisserie.

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8. The Florentine Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(636)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 26 times today

The Florentine Café is an Italian lunch and dinner café, with a full bar, draft beers, and a great wine selection. Stop by with a friend for drinks and a meal or come to lunch with business colleagues. We now offer outdoor seating, as well as, indoor seating with a great view. When the floor-to-ceiling windows open, they let in a nice breeze, allowing the fresh air to circulate, adding to a beautiful dining experience, in, or out. We also have a separate dining area downstairs that seats up to 50 guests It's perfect for any private event, rehearsal dinner, or business function. The casual atmosphere makes it easy to relax, and enjoy a meal with fine company. Join us, start with complimentary, home-made Focaccia bread and seasoned olive oil, and you must try our signature dish, Ravioli di Aragosta. Other best dishes include, the Fusilli Alla Vodka, Pollo al Limone, and a new favourite, the Salmone D'estate.

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9. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Boston

4.4

Awesome(2185)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 105 times today

Enjoy La Pizza & La Pasta's signature dishes for takeout or delivery through UberEats, Caviar, DoorDash, and Grubhub. While pizza and pasta are just the tip of the Italian iceberg, there is a reason these two culinary staples are the most beloved exports from Italy. Enjoy Eataly Boston's seasonal selection just steps away from where their expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers) create dishes before your eyes.

10. Joe’s On Newbury

4.7

Exceptional(3039)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 106 times today

Joe’s on Newbury, located on Boston’s historic Newbury Street, offers the comfort food you crave. A staple in the Back Bay for over 35 years, the popular spot serves a New England inspired menu featuring classic dishes and an extensive beverage list. Joe’s on Newbury offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating as well as an enclosed patio, giving diners the feel of being outside all year long. Delivery and take-out options available.

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Shy
Upstate New York •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was absolutely incredible but the staff was even better. Huge shoutout to our server Michelle and the Chris the manager on. They were so sweet and provided us with the most amazing service. The calamari, lobster ravioli, and espresso martini’s are an absolute must.
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Fin PointPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Financial District
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4.6
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Maiyah-Li
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Not only was the food and atmosphere phenomenal, the staff were amazing. Extremely accommodating. Whitney was also an amazing performer and her bands was just as amazing. I would highly recommend this place, everything went perfect. I can confidently say I will be coming back. Thank you to the beehive for such an amazing time!
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BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
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4.6
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Kristi
New York City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Love the vibe of this place. Food was delicious. Service could have been better but not terrible. Overall we were happy. Highly recommend the Tuna Poke and the Brussels Sprouts.
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Lincoln Tavern and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• South Boston
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4.7
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Robert
Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Jan 2025
Has a few different areas with different vibes, bar, high tops, booths, dining area, lounge. Grab a table on the window to get a view of the water!
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Waterline – Boston Marriott Long WharfPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Faneuil Hall
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3.8
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LisaVIP
New York City •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Oct 2024
Accommodated our large party and provided excellent food and recommendations, and outstanding service.
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North 26 Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Faneuil Hall
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3.8

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