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The Beacon at View Boston

4.7
4.7
539 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
If you’re chasing the best views in Boston, look no further! Located atop of the Prudential Tower, View Boston features breathtaking views of the city and an unforgettable Bostonian experience. Enjoy a sunset cocktail and pose for the ultimate selfie on New England’s highest outdoor roof deck. Once you’ve explored the 360-degree observation deck and discovered all Boston has to offer locals and visitors alike, stop into The Beacon bistro to enjoy seasonally inspired beverages and bites while continuing to enjoy the unbeatable views of the city.

Tickets to View Boston are required to access The Beacon. Guests are encouraged to book a prepaid experience, which includes a priority admission ticket. Please note, if you have booked an a la carte reservation, you will need to purchase an admission ticket to go up.
Please also be aware that the time of your reservation is the time to be at the restaurant, but you may enter View Boston at any point before the time of your reservation!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 314-8750
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Beacon Bistro Bites

    USD 99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Your package includes a general admission ticket, a reservation at The Beacon Bistro, two beverages, one appetizer or salad, and one large plate or sandwich. We recommend arriving 60 minutes prior to your reservation to enjoy the views from the 360-degree observation deck, roam the highest outdoor roof deck in New England and explore the experiential elements that highlight various neighborhoods and point of interest throughout the city! Your general admission ticket will be available for pick up at guest services upon your arrival. See you up there!
    Beacon Bistro Bites photo
  • Celebration Experience

    USD 125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Toast above the skyline in celebration of your next milestone! Your celebration package includes one Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut Split, one appetizer, one entree, and a shareable dessert for the table! As a special thank you for celebrating your special occasion with us, you will receive a complimentary ticket to visit us again!
    Celebration Experience photo
  • Savor the Skyline

    USD 35.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Take your lunch break to new heights! Your package includes a general admission ticket, one spirit-free beverage and one appetizer, salad, or sandwich (excludes lobster roll: this item is available to order for an additional $10.) We recommend arriving 60 minutes prior to your reservation to enjoy the views from the 360-degree observation deck and explore the immersive exhibits that highlight various neighborhoods and point of interest throughout the city. See you up there! Your general admission ticket will be available for pick up at guest services upon your arrival.
    Savor the Skyline photo

What 539 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beacon at View Boston offers a breathtaking dining experience with "beautiful views" that are hard to beat. The restaurant shines with "amazing cocktails" and "excellent service," making it ideal for romantic evenings. While some guests noted limited menu options, the outstanding vistas and atmosphere create a memorable visit.

539 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    If you paid for a celebration package past 8 o’clock make sure you order every option of what’s included in the meal as soon as you sit down ( app, main and dessert) because if the kitchen closes they serve you what ever is left without giving you an option.

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  2. Paul

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was not busy on a Wednesday noon. Diego our server was attentive and pleasant. The food, fried chicken sandwiches ($20) was tasty. Wine ($16) and beer ($13) were fine but pricey. The view is magnificent. We enjoyed our leisurely meal. I imagine it is a different experience when the place is crowded as they said it often is. Strangely everyone was friendly except the hostess who greeted us initially. We arrived 2 minutes before noon and she scowled and told us to wait outside. Go figure.

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  3. Victor

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will definitely return! Amazing views and amazing food.

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  4. Russell

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome venue and experience. The food was very good and the service was excellent. Can’t wait to go again!

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  5. tammi

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice experience. We booked both the Beacon restaurant brunch and entry to the view as a package. When you purchase it says the tip is included but it doesnt look that way when the bill comes. We tipped again just to make sure the waitress is taken care of and because it's the holiday season. Food was great. We had the lobster benedict. 🦞

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  6. David

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an incredibly fun afternoon! The experience was certainly worth taking it up a notch.

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  7. Kate

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    $55 prepaid brunch which included a cocktail, entree (lobster roll for me), entrance to the View and the view. A new must-do with out of town guests.

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  8. Edilianne

    VIP

    Caribbean

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    View was impeccable, Food was decent, Service was good.

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  9. Diane

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greatly surprised at how good the food was. Just a wonderful experience all the way.

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  10. Gia

    VIP

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for anyone visiting Boston. Great views.

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FAQs

The Beacon at View Boston is rated 4.7 stars by 539 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Beacon at View Boston

800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 314-8750
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
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