Guidelet: fun things to do, great places to shop, and food to die for
A travel guide to Boston, MA, United States | Target Market: Families and tourists | A travel guide by: Keelie Reason
Boston is full of the history that gave the United States its start. You can tour many amazing historic sites and indulge in some of the most amazing seafood around. Many restaurants serve the best seafood you can buy since they are right on the water. Boston is an incredible place to visit and full of amazing architecture.
Summary of points of interest in this travel guide to Boston, MA, United States
Boston Common
Why visit:
Beautiful central park in Boston. A must see of the beauty they have worked to restore in the city.a day,night,free,just show up option
at Tremont St
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Fenway Park
Why visit:
Home of the Boston Redsox. All baseball fans will want to see this stadium.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at 4 Yawkey Way
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Museum of Fine Arts
Why visit:
The largest museum in the United States. Has more than 450,000 works of art.a day,varies,check site first option
at 465 Huntington Ave
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The Old North Church
Why visit:
This is where the lantern was hung to show if the Red Coats were coming by land or by sea.a day,free,check site first option
at 193 Salem St
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Boston Public Garden
Why visit:
Right next to Boston Common and full of greens. There is also an amazing statue to view.a day,night,free,just show up option
at 9 Arlington St
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USS Constitution
Why visit:
Seeing this historic ship in the harbor is an amazing site. Great to add to your cultural experience.a day,very cheap,check site first option
at Charlestown Navy Yard
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Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Why visit:
This has been a marketplace since 1742. Now it is the Government Center.a day,free,just show up option
at 1 S Market St, Ste 4
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The Freedom Trail
Why visit:
This 2.5 mile long trail takes you to 16 different historic sites.a day,varies,just show up option
at 1 S Market St, Ste 4
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New England Aquarium
Why visit:
This amazing aquarium has an IMAX theater and a wonderful view of aquatic animals.a day,varies,check site first option
at 1 Central Wharf
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Old State House
Why visit:
Was the seat of Massachusetts General court from 1713 to 1798. Perfect piece of history to survey.a day,very cheap,check site first option
at 206 Washington St
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Paul Revere House
Why visit:
This is the home of the iconic American patriot, Paul Revere. It is a quaint little home.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at 19 North Sq.
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Massachusetts State House
Why visit:
This is the state capital for the government of Massachusetts.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at 1 Ashburton Pl
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Museum of Science
Why visit:
This science museum is a huge facility and located right on the Charles River.a day,varies,check site first option
at Museum of Science Driveway
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Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
Why visit:
You can pick up the Boston Ferry and take a tour around the harbor.a day,free,just show up option
at Museum of Science Driveway
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Prudential Center Tower
Why visit:
The Pru is an incredible sky scraper in downtown Boston.a day,night,varies,just show up option
at 800 Boylston St
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Bunker Hill Monument
Why visit:
This monument was erected in honor of the Battle at Bunker Hill.a day,free,just show up option
at 31 Monument Sq
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Boston Harbor
Why visit:
The Boston Harbor was a port for trade. What incredible part of history.a day,free,just show up option
at Harbor
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Franklin Park Zoo
Why visit:
This 72 acre zoo is full of many animals and fun for the whole family.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 1 Franklin Park Rd.
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Trinity Church
Why visit:
This amazing church building was erected in 1733. It is still vibrant and alive today with many families in attendance.a day,free,check site first option
at 206 Clarendon St.
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Boston Children\\\'s Museum
Why visit:
This children\\\'s museum is full of art, science, and culture.a day,varies,check site first option
at 308 Congress St
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TD Garden
Why visit:
This arena houses many different venues during the year.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at 100 Legends Way
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Institute of Contemporary Art
Why visit:
Opened since 1936, this museum is dedicated to contemporary art pieces.a day,varies,check site first option
at 100 Northern Ave
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Hynes Convention Center
Why visit:
This large facility hosts many different events throughout the year, such as tradeshows and conferences.a day,varies,check site first option
at 900 Boylston St
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Old City Hall
Why visit:
One of the remaining French Second Empire styled buildings left in America.a day,very cheap,check site first option
at 45 School St
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Symphony Hall
Why visit:
Home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.a night,varies,check site first option
at 301 Massachusetts Ave.
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Boston National Historical Park
Why visit:
This sections showcases the role that Boston played in the American Revolution.a day,free,just show up option
at 1st Ave
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Why visit:
A beautiful museum with well kept gardens in the heart of the city.a day,varies,check site first option
at 280 Fenway
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Boston Athenaeum
Why visit:
This is one of the oldest independent libraries in the country.a day,free,just show up option
at 10 1/2 Beacon St
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Castle Island
Why visit:
This is a 22 acre recreation site that is a wonderful place to go and do outdoor activities.a day,free,just show up option
at Castle Island
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Black Heritage Trail
Why visit:
This trail takes you around to 15 pre-Civil War buildings.a day,varies,just show up option
at 5 Pinkney St
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Cutler Majestic Theatre
Why visit:
This amazing looking theater has a 1903 \\\"Beaux Arts\\\" styled architecture.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at 219 Tremont St
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Old South Church
Why visit:
Stands in the corner of Copley Square and has amazing architecture. The church is still in use today.a day,free,just show up option
at 645 Boylston St.
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Old South Meeting House
Why visit:
This is where the Boston Tea Party began! What a great piece of history to survey.a day,very cheap,check site first option
at 310 Washington St
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Mary Baker Eddy Library
Why visit:
You will find the \\\"Peace\\\" flag on display.a day,free,just show up option
at 200 Massachusetts Ave
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Suffolk Downs
Why visit:
Great racetrack to place a bid or just see amazing animals running the track.a day,varies,just show up option
at 111 Waldemar Ave
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Arnold Arboretum
Why visit:
A beautiful collection of trees, shrubs, and vines that can be viewed. Kept up by Harvard University.a day,free,just show up option
at 125 Arborway
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Otis House Museum
Why visit:
This is the last mansion in Bowdoin Square.a day,very cheap,check site first option
at 141 Cambridge St
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Mapparium
Why visit:
Beautiful stained glass globe located in the Mary Baker Eddy Library.a day,free,just show up option
at 200 Massachusetts Ave
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Gibson House
Why visit:
This is a historic home that housed three generations of the Gibson family. A truly incredible spectacle.a day,varies,check site first option
at 137 Beacon St
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Custom House Observation Deck
Why visit:
An amazing skyscraper with an incredible view of the city. You can see many miles around the city of Boston from the observation deck.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at 137 Beacon St
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USS Cassin Young
Why visit:
Located in the harbor, you will find this Fletcher-class destroyer that was part of the US Navy.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at Charlestown Navy Yard (Boston National Historical Park)
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Cathedral Of The Holy Cross
Why visit:
This cathedral has amazing architecture and open to the public.a day,free,just show up option
at 1400 Washington St
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St. Paul’s Cathedral Church
Why visit:
You feel so small in this lofty cathedral. The architecture is beautiful.a day,free,just show up option
at 138 Tremont St
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New England Conservatory\\\'s Jordan Hall
Why visit:
There are many great performances that take place on this stage.a night,varies,check site first option
at 30 Gainsborough St
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Nickerson Field
Why visit:
The home of the Braves; a great place to watch baseball.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at 285 Babcock St
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Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Why visit:
You can take a tour of a replica of the Boston Tea Party Ship and throw a box of tea in the water.a day,varies,check site first option
at 306 Congress St
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Plymouth Rock
Why visit:
This rock is enclosed in a shelter and was set up in honor of the pilgrims arriving.a day,free,just show up option
at 306 Congress St
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Asta
Why visit:
They have an amazing vegetarian cuisine and fabulous wine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 306 Congress St
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The Daily Catch
Why visit:
Fresh seafood served daily.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 2 Northern Ave
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Bistro du Midi
Why visit:
Exotic sea creatures such as octopus are served up here.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 272 Boylston St
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Bondir
Why visit:
Vegetables come straight from the Concord farm located nearby. Perfect for a fresh menu.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 279A Broadway
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The Butcher Shop
Why visit:
This unique dining experience is an incredible chophouse that has other great menu items such as pastas and American cuisine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 552 Tremont St
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Erbaluce
Why visit:
This rustic style restaurant gives you the best in Italian cuisine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 69 Church St
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The Gallows
Why visit:
Incredible seafood and other amazing menu items are served here.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1395 Washington St
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Island Creek Oyster Bar
Why visit:
Some amazing oysters in a casual dining experience.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 500 Commonwealth Ave
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jm Curley
Why visit:
This casual dining experience is full of great snacks that have been made over and awesome beer.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 21 Temple Pl
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L\\\'Espalier
Why visit:
They offer an incredible cheese and wine selection.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 774 Boylston St
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Mei Mei
Why visit:
Perfect restaurant for vegetarians.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 506 Park Drive
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Menton
Why visit:
A fine dining French restaurant that has been around for a few years.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 354 Congress St
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Myers + Chang
Why visit:
This Asian cuisine is fun and fast so that you and your party can dine quickly.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1145 Washington St
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Neptune Oyster
Why visit:
Amazing seafood restaurant with unique down home styled food.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 63 Salem St
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No. 9 Park
Why visit:
The wine list here is incredible and the food is unique.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 9 Park St
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O Ya
Why visit:
This Japanese restaurant is a fine dining experience and serves a variety of fresh choices.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 9 East St
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Scampo at The Liberty Hotel
Why visit:
This restaurant combines many flavors with traditional Italian cuisine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 215 Charles St
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Shojo
Why visit:
Many traditional Chinese dishes served along with great wine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 215 Charles St
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Sportello
Why visit:
Amazing pasta selection made from traditional ingredients mixed in with unique flavors.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 348 Congress St
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Sweet Cheeks
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Perfect Texas styled barbecue always being served.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1381 Boylston St
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Toro
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A mix of Spanish cuisine and other flavors perfectly melded together.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1704 Washington St
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Trade
Why visit:
Perfect for groups of people to come and dine together with this interesting cuisine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 540 Atlantic Ave
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Whisk
Why visit:
Amazing Han-over-street popups are on the menu.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 540 Atlantic Ave
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Abe & Louie\\\'s
Why visit:
A fine dining steakhouse that has perfect cuts of meat.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 793 Boylston St
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Union Oyster House
Why visit:
a nice fine dining experience with incredible fresh seafood.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 41 Union St
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Thai\\\'s Bistro
Why visit:
Awesome Thai cuisine that is perfect for you and your friends. Great mixed drink list.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 184 High St.
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Hamersley\\\'s Bistro
Why visit:
Combination of French, American and Mediterranean cuisine in this fine dining establishment.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 553 Tremont St
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Grill 23 & Bar
Why visit:
Perfect place to get seafood and American cuisine in a fine dining experience.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 161 Berkeley St.
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Pizzeria Regina
Why visit:
Great food and awesome prices for your casual dining place.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 2 South St
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Zaftigs Delicatessen
Why visit:
A kid friendly environment with sandwiches and American cuisine.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 335 Harvard St
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Border Cafe
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Perfect priced any day cafe that is great for the entire family.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 32 Church St
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Redbones Barbecue
Why visit:
This is the kind of flavor that you savor for hours after. Awesome and inexpensive.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 55 Chester St
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Giacomo\\\'s
Why visit:
An Italian shop that is well worth the money. Don\\\'t forget it is cash only.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 431 Columbus Ave.
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Atlantic Fish Company
Why visit:
Great seafood that can be purchased in a casual dining experience.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 761 Boylston St
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FuGaKyu Japanese Cuisine
Why visit:
A little higher priced Japanese establishment, but well worth the money.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1280 Beacon St
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Blue Ribbon BBQ
Why visit:
really cheap place to eat, but the barbecue is amazing.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 908 Massachusetts Ave
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Santarpio\\\'s Pizza
Why visit:
Really amazing pizza at great prices. Perfect for your whole family.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 111 Chelsea St
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Flour Bakery & Cafe
Why visit:
Incredible pastries at prices you can afford daily.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 12 Farnsworth St, Fl 1
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Mike\\\'s Pastry
Why visit:
Really awesome pastries and desserts at great prices.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 300 Hanover St
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Cheers
Why visit:
A place where everyone knows your name.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 2 Faneuil Hall Market Pl
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Sunset Grill & Tap
Why visit:
Really casual dining that is a great place to meet up for happy hour.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 130 Brighton Ave
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ROOFTOP@REVERE
Why visit:
An outdoor look over the city in this incredible dining establishment.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,must schedule option
at 200 Stuart St.
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Roxys Grilled Cheese
Why visit:
This gourmet grilled cheese is out of this world, even though it is served from a truck, you won\\\'t regret it.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up,check site first option
at The Greenway
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Sam Adams Brewhouse
Why visit:
This is a no brainer when heading to Boston. Sam Adams is a great brewhouse.a day,varies,just show up option
at TD Garden
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Jasper White\\\'s Snack Shack
Why visit:
Great clambake at this little snack shack.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at George\\\'s Island
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Sullivan\\\'s
Why visit:
The best hot dogs around are found here.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 2080 Day Blvd
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Frozen Hoagies
Why visit:
Awesome ice cream sandwiches are sold here.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 2080 Day Blvd
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Drink
Why visit:
Really good tiki cocktails.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 348 Congress St
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Aragosta Bar and Bistro
Why visit:
You can actually buy s 'mores here. It is awesome.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 3 Battery Wharf
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Poe 's Kitchen at the Rattlesnake
Why visit:
The best nacho 's around straight from Poe\\\'s kitchen.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 384 Boylston St
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Grass Fed
Why visit:
The serve milkshakes with alcohol in them.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 605 Centre St
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Eastern Standard
Why visit:
If you love Rose Wine, then this is the place to come.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 528 Commonwealth Ave
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The Barking Crab
Why visit:
They sell 10 pound lobsters...simply amazing.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 88 Sleeper St
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The Landing at Long Wharf
Why visit:
Fun cocktails and a great place to meet friends after work.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1 Long Wharf
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Legal Harborside-Floor 3
Why visit:
Great atmosphere and awesome lobster.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 270 Northen Ave
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Tasty Burger
Why visit:
You can find some of the best burgers around.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1301 Boylston St
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Empire Garden
Why visit:
If you can imagine, they sell lobster cupcakes.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 690 Washington St
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The Taco Truck
Why visit:
Really cheap food right on the streets of Boston.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up,check site first option
at 690 Washington St
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BOKX 109 American Prime
Why visit:
They have frozen mojitos...yum.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 399 Grove St
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