Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Greater Boston

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

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Supper Club at Capo Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (260)

$30 and under

Italian

South Boston

About the restaurant

RETRO VIBES & GOOD TIMES

Tucked underneath Capo Restaurant, the Supper Club looks to recapture the excitement of going out on the town for dinner and a show.

The Supper Club at Capo is a 4,000sf subterranean lounge located next door to Capo Restaurant and below Citizen’s Bank. The Supper Club is accessible through a connecting staircase located in Capo’s dining room at 443 West Broadway. There is a private entrance located at 439 West Broadway which is available for private events only.

The Supper Club at Capo consists of a 40ft bar, a large performance stage for live music and entertainment, a stage-front dance floor with two retro stage-side lounges.

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Top review

Keila

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Excelent food and experience. The cocktails were really great. The appetizers and main dish were really tasty. The Frank Sinatra show was good and make us feel like it was Christmas Eve!

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Experience

NYE: Skip the line & book a table!

The Broadway

4.7

4.7 (484)

$31 to $50

American

South Boston

About the restaurant

Reservations strongly encouraged but we do accept walk-ins. We will only be able to seat you when 60% of your party has arrived. Tables are held for 10 minutes after initial reservation and then your table is forfeited. If the reserved table is forfeited, you will remain on the wait list and seated at the next available table. Subject to applicable change. Guests must arrive with reservation during volume periods to skip the line, late arriving guests will not gain access through a line.

All notes and requests in reference to particular seating arrangements between multiple parties will be accomodated to best of abilities, but not guaranteed. Parties will be seated in a discretionary manner based upon volume at time of seating.

We reserve the right to deny access to any guest under 21+ whenever volume dictates.

For parties of more than 10 please call 617-307-6480 to inquire.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on 31 Oct 2024

Place is fun and service was perfect. My food wasn’t very tasteful at all. I’d still come back and give it another try!

The Gaslight

4.7

4.7 (33)

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

Nantucket

About the restaurant

Gaslight is an open concept bar, restaurant, and live music venue serving some of the best food Nantucket has to offer. The cuisine, from Chef Liam Mackey (The Nautilus), has a Japanese Izakaya vibe where you'll find a variety of haute street food style pan-Asian cuisine include noodles, rice dishes, bao buns, raw fish, skewers, dumplings, and more. The bar program, curated by Clinton Terry (The Nautilus) features a variety of fresh ingredient forward cocktails with culinary inspired themes, and rotating craft beers on tap. The wine list leans towards fun, funky, natural w/ a twist of the classic plus the island's only Champagne Vending machine (thank you Moët). The atmosphere is lively, the staff is friendly, the location in the heart of downtown Nantucket can't be beat, and the live music starts every night in the summer around 1030pm, featuring both local and off-island acts with high name recognition. Gaslight is the place to be!

Top review

ChrisVIP

Dined on 2 Nov 2024

It was our first time at the Gaslight. Asian infused dishes were anywhere from solid to excellent. I particularly enjoyed the lemongrass shrimp / pasta dish. The tequila / ginger drink was also excellent. With that said, it is essentially bar food in a bar environment. So, important to be clear on your expectations.

Boqueria Seaport

4.7

4.7 (40)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Fort Point Channel

About the restaurant

An energetic Barcelona-style tapas restaurant and bar serving tapas all day, craft cocktails, Spanish wines, and late-night bar bites in the heart of Seaport.

Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, a memorable date, weekend brunch, and an intimate late-night scene hosted with Spanish hospitality!

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DianeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Service at the table was great as were the food and drinks. However, a bit slow on receiving our lunch order all at once for our party of 5 ppl. Otherwise the Boqueria is a great venue.

Peka

4.6

4.6 (108)

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

Brighton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Peka Restaurant – your ultimate destination for a tantalizing culinary adventure to the heart of Brighton. We invite you to indulge in the rich flavors, vibrant culture, and lively atmosphere that define our Latin food restaurant. From mouthwatering Venezuelan dishes to delightful drinks and exhilarating live music, Sabor Latino promises an unforgettable experience for all your senses.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Had a really good experience great staff and amazing atmosphere

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Experience

¡No mames - Taco Tuesday!

Experience

Live Music Nights!💃🕺

Zuma Boston

4.6

4.6 (52)

$50 and over

Japanese

Back Bay

About the restaurant

zuma, located on the second floor in the Four Seasons One Dalton, brings chef rainer becker’s internationally acclaimed style of modern japanese cuisine to America. already renowned in london, hong kong, istanbul, and dubai, zuma Boston offers a sophisticated cuisine philosophy of flavorsome, modern Japanese dishes in a fun and vibrant environment inspired by the informal dining style called izakaya.

the menu is comprehensive and alluring. dishes are authentic but not traditional with bold, intense flavors and an emphasis on simple presentation acquired through quality ingredients. izakaya style means that dishes are designed to be shared at the table.

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Ela

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Profesional waiter, unique atmosphere, tasty food, great place to eat

Wicked Craft Co.

4.4

4.4 (303)

$31 to $50

American

North End

About the restaurant

Top Floor Entertainment is thrilled to bring Boston a "Wicked Good" dining experience. With Executive Chef Danny DeSimone, Wicked Craft focuses on providing high quality modern cuisine. Accompanied by an ever-rotating draught list of Craft Beers, Wines, and Cocktails. Exceptional Food, Ambiance, and Service in a neighborhood setting.

We look forward to serving you!

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Kiley

Dined 7 days ago

My first time trying this place and I will for sure be back! The atmosphere is one of a kind and the menu is very varied. The only thing I will advise is to be aware of the time limit, due to it being a smaller restaurant you only have a certain amount of time depending on party size.

Harborwalk Terrace

4.2

4.2 (196)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Financial District

About the restaurant

The annual Summer in the City series returns for the 2024 season, kicking off a summer of first-class waterfront entertainment at the iconic Boston Harbor Hotel.

Enjoy glistening views of the Atlantic Ocean while enjoying al fresco dining every Tuesday through Friday, from June 6th to August 29th. Each evening, a diverse array of bands takes the stage on the hotel’s floating barge, showcasing an eclectic blend of Jazz, Soul, Country, R&B, DJ beats, and more. Friday nights offer the perfect date night or location for larger gatherings with friends. The Harborwalk Terrance is also open for drinks Saturdays from 11am - 4pm. Enjoy creative cocktails, an extensive wine list, fresh seafood, and shareable dishes from the best vantage point in the city for a truly unique and lively dining experience.

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DeniseVIP

Dined on 21 Aug 2024

Music is always a great night at Boston Harbor. Food choices this year is decent. Love the sliders and French fries. Bring back the guacamole and chips. Service was very slow last night. She left us and barely asked if we wanted anything else. Otherwise what we did have was as expected for here. Price is high but view is beautiful.

Hue

4.1

4.1 (224)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Welcome to Back Bay's new high end / high energy dinner party destination.
Hue offers two rooms of dining and celebration: our lively Supper Club & our exclusive Speakeasy.

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rogerVIP

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

A good experience and good place for a date night. Salih was a wonderful server, pleasant to speak with and offered good suggestions. Food should have been a bit warmer for the hot dishes ( favorite was the short ribs and Caesar broccoli salad) and the some of the menu changes should have been communicated better. Cocktails are innovative and music enhanced the experience.

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Experience

HUE 2025 - RSVP for Your dining Experience

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Framingham

3.9

3.9 (29)

$30 and under

American

Framingham

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back.

We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better.

So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts.

Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

Top review

Megan

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

Great experience, great service, food was perfect

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