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Back Deck, Boston, MA

Back Deck

4.5
4.5
1982 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 35 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Gluten-free-friendly
Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Back Deck brings the outdoors inside with details like exterior carriage lighting and glazed brick in the dining room and an open kitchen that invites guests to watch the flame-licked fun. Back serves polished takes on cookout classics as well as dishes cooked over an open flame at homes across the globe. Almost all of the menu is grilled on three hardwood charcoal grills hand-picked to accommodate many differing options.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 670-0320
  • Website
    http://www.backdeckboston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sussman
  • Private party facilities
    Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Friends and family meet for charcoal-grilled favorites inspired by the food served at casual cookouts along with porch-perfect cocktails, beer and wine.
  • Location
    2 West Street, Boston, MA 02111
  • Area
    Downtown Crossing
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Washington
  • Parking details
    We offer night and weekend parking validation of $2.00 off for local area lots.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located next to the Downtown Crossing T stop and Silver Line Stop. We are just a short walk from Park Street, Chinatown and State Street stops.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,982 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Back Deck offers a vibrant dining experience with a diverse menu catering to all dietary needs, including a dedicated gluten-free menu. Guests rave about its "great service" and "excellent location" near Boston's theaters. While some find the ambiance lively, others note minor service hiccups. A perfect pre-theater spot!

1,982 Reviews

  1. Melissa

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great pre theatre dinner! Staff was friendly and attentive. Food was quick and deliciously prepared.

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  2. Laine

    Greater Boston

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the Back deck! Great food, casual atmosphere and friendly service.

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  3. Kirsten

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good overall (I had the Moroccan chicken skewers), but the roasted veggies and mashed potatoes were barely warm.

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  4. Susan

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The Morrocan flair to the food was a bit surprising and on some items it was great and others not so much. The service was great and the location was perfect for the Opera house.

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  5. Nathine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was great for network meeting. Food was delicious, will return again.

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  6. Deb

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An annual must for us each year prior to the Nutcracker performance. Staff is understanding (a bit late due to traffic), and accommodating to our needs. Service was spot on, not rushed, but aware that we were headed to the play. Food was delicious, and prices were reasonable. We will be back next year without a doubt!

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  7. JennaF

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was amazing, great food, overall awesome experience.

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  8. William

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place before going to Opera House. Perfect location, clean and well lit inside. Good for children too

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  9. SUZANNE

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very good dinner. The waiter was very attentive!

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  10. Shelley

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was great from start to finish! We arrived early for our reservation and were seated right away by friendly staff at front. Our server was helpful and efficient, got us started with drinks right away & took our food order as soon as we were ready. Our meals arrived pretty fast and were hot & delicious. I've never had a bad meal here & it's so convenient to theater. I almost don't want others to find out about this gem of a spot but I also want everyone to know about it!

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FAQs

Back Deck is rated 4.5 stars by 1982 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Back Deck

2 West Street, Boston, MA 02111

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Washington
  • Area
    Downtown Crossing
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer night and weekend parking validation of $2.00 off for local area lots.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located next to the Downtown Crossing T stop and Silver Line Stop. We are just a short walk from Park Street, Chinatown and State Street stops.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Sussman
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.backdeckboston.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 670-0320
  • Private party facilities
    Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Friends and family meet for charcoal-grilled favorites inspired by the food served at casual cookouts along with porch-perfect cocktails, beer and wine.
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