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what to do • where to go • what to see
December 13–26, 2010
Holiday
Event
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Boston
Holiday
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COVER STORY
6 Holiday Event Guide 2010
Our guide to the best Yuletide entertainment
around town this holiday season
DEPARTMENTS
10 hubbub
Jersey Boys returns, Passing
the Torch at the JFK Museum,
Cirque du Soleil at Agganis
Arena and much more
12 around the hub
12 CURRENT EVENTS
19 ON EXHIBIT
23 SHOPPING
30 CAMBRIDGE
37 MAPS
43 NEIGHBORHOODS
52 SIGHTSEEING
58 FREEDOM TRAIL
60 RESTAURANTS
75 NIGHTLIFE
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TOY STORY: Lasha Khozashvili
makes his grand entrance as the
title character in Boston Ballet’s
production of The Nutcracker.
Refer to story, page 6.
P H OTO B Y R O S A L I E
O’C O N N O R
on the cover:
OFFICIAL ROLEX JEWELER
ROLEX
Lia Cirio performs in director/
choreographer Mikko Nissinen’s
The Nutcracker, staged by
Boston Ballet at the Opera
House through December 31.
OYSTER PERPETUAL AND GMT-MASTER II ARE TRADEMARKS.
Photo: Gene Schiavone
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Holiday Events 2010
Panorama’s guide to the best Yuletide entertainment
this holiday season by Josh B. Wardrop
A
RE YOU SO FULL OF EXCITEMENT FOR THE IMPENDING
holidays that your friends have started calling you “Ol’ Figgy
Pudding”? Have you set every one of the radio pre-sets in your car
to the 24-hour-a-day Christmas music station? Have you finished
all your holiday shopping, but keep heading back to the mall just to see if you can beat
your personal best car-parking time? If so, you’re in luck to find yourself in Boston this
month, because the Hub is one of the most festive spots for Yuletide celebrations this
side of the North Pole. With the remaining days of December quickly ticking away, let
Panorama take a page from a certain red-nosed reindeer and guide your way toward a
few of the Hub’s hottest holiday highlights.
CURTAINS UP ON CHRISTMAS
If you’re looking to be entertained this holiday season, there’s no reason that has to
mean sitting at home watching the Grinch
steal Christmas for the 112th time. This
December, Boston abounds with big, colorful, larger-than-life theatrical shows positively brimming with holiday hoopla,
music, spectacle and heartwarming spirit.
This year’s biggest is actually an import
from (shhhhh!) New York City, with the
return of The Radio City Christmas
Spectacular to the Wang Theatre
through December 29. This all-singing,
all-dancing stage show lives up to its
name, uniting a rock ’n’ roll Santa Claus,
singing elves and the world-famous highkicking Rockettes with an inspirational
Living Nativity. Refer to listing, page 14.
It wouldn’t be Christmas without a
touch of “Bah, humbug!” and that’s why the
North Shore Music Theatre has made
its musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’
A Christmas Carol a holiday staple since
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shows guaranteed to
elicit a ho-ho-ho or two. In
The Best Christmas
Pageant Ever, a family of
rowdy and obnoxious juvenile
delinquents are given roles in the
town’s annual Christmas play, with surprising results. In Sister’s Christmas
Catechism, an unconventional nun takes
audiences on a side-splitting exploration of
the mysteries and questions surrounding the
Yuletide season and the Savior’s birth. Both
shows run in a rotating repertory through
December 23. Visit www.stoneham
theatre.org for more information.
page 14),
while the
local dance
company
BalletRox funks up
the familiar Tchaikovsky score with Duke
Ellington beats, hip-hop elements and a
modern-day setting in its acclaimed production, Urban Nutcracker, which makes the
old favorite seem new as Christmas snow.
NUTTY ABOUT
THE NUTCRACKER
1989. After a two-year absence, the show
returns, featuring David Coffee once again
inhabiting the role of Ebenezer Scrooge,
the miserable old skinflint who spends a
Christmas Eve he’ll never forget being
visited by a trio of ghostly spirits.
Performances through December 23;
refer to listing, page 14.
There’s no better and purer way to see
the Christmas season than through the
eyes of a child, and that’s what the
immortal poet Dylan Thomas achieved in
his autobiographical work A Child’s
Christmas in Wales. Through
December 23, the Boston Playwrights’
Theatre presents this nostalgic tale,
based on Thomas’ memories of growing up
surrounded by extended family in the
1920s, harkening back to a simpler time
when the holidays were centered around
hearth and home and the simple pleasures
to be found there. Refer to listing, page 14.
And for a comedic take on the holidays,
the Stoneham Theatre offers a pair of
Ballet fans always look forward to the
passing of Thanksgiving, because they
know it won’t be long before they can
follow up their turkey dinners with the
sweet taste of sugar plums. This year, the
gifted dancers of the world-renowned
Boston Ballet once again transform the
stage at the Opera House into a sparkling
winter wonderland as they present the
company’s acclaimed version of
Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker through
December 31. Clara, Drosselmeyer, the Snow
Queen and the rest of the whimsical characters are all on hand to take audiences on a
journey to a place ballet lovers dream of all
year long in this timeless Hub holiday tradition. Refer to listing, page 14.
In fact, The Nutcracker is so popular
here in Boston that one version of the
beloved tale isn’t sufficient for local audiences. In addition to Boston Ballet’s rendition, the Cambridge-based Jose Mateo
Ballet Theater also presents a popular
take on the classic piece (refer to listing,
A B OV E PH OTO B Y
PETR METLICKA
(Performances
through December
19; refer to listing,
page 16.)
FESTIVE FUN IN THE
FENWAY: BalletRox’s annual
production of Urban Nutcracker,
a modern re-telling of the
Tchaikovsky classic, moves to the
Wheelock Family Theatre this year.
MULTICULTURAL
MERRIMENT
For those who feel the holidays are too
commercialized and bemoan the loss of
traditional Christmas values, Cambridge’s
Christmas Revels offers a welcome
counterpoint with its recreation of an oldfashioned (and we do mean old) Yuletide
celebration from December 17–29.
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TRADITIONS OLD AND
NEW: Black Nativity (above left)
celebrates its 40th year with a
limited engagement at
Northeastern University’s
Blackman Auditorium December
17–19, while the world-famous
Rockettes (above right) return to
the Wang Theatre for The Radio
City Christmas Spectacular
through December 29.
Marking its 40th
season of bringing
historic Christmas
revelry from around
the world to life, the
ensemble turns the
Sanders Theater into
an old English manor
and welcomes dragons, jesters, medieval knights, Renaissance
dancers and more for an evening of Old
World festivities. Refer to listing, page 14.
You can enjoy a green Christmas at
the Cutler Majestic Theatre when A
Christmas Celtic Sojourn with Brian
O’Donovan returns to Boston December
17–19. This popular holiday concert, originally inspired by a PBS television special,
combines authentic dancing, songs and
stories from Celtic tradition, and features
performances by folk/Celtic singers Robbie
O’Connell and Heidi Talbot, musicians such
as Natalie Haas, Hanneke Cassel and Chico
Huff, dancers from the Harney Academy of
Irish Dance and many others. Refer to
listing, page 14.
The National Center of AfroAmerican Artists presents its powerful
version of the original Christmas story
with Black Nativity, a show that combines the Gospel of St. Luke, poetry by
Langston Hughes and a lively and joyous
program of song and dance to create an upbeat, heartwarming tale of love and good
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will to all that embodies what the season is
all about. Performances December 17–19;
refer to listing, page 12.
A CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS
Some of history’s most beautiful classical
music is associated with the holidays,
which makes December a perfect time to
take in a concert by one of the region’s
gifted ensembles. On December 16 & 19,
the Handel & Haydn Society steps away
from its eponymous conductors to present
A Bach Christmas at Jordan Hall (refer
to listing, page 14); the Blue Heron
Renaissance Choir gives a stirring vocal
performance of Christmas in 15th-
Century France, Burgundy & Cyprus
on December 18 at the First Church in
Cambridge (visit www.blueheronchoir.org
for more information); and on that same
night the Boston Camerata offers up a
collection of traditional New England
hymns and carols with its performance of
An American Christmas (refer to listing,
page 14).
Of course, the classical ensemble that
helps inspire the most holiday spirit this
time of year has to be the Boston Pops.
Through December 26, conductor Keith
Lockhart and his merry musicians are set
to fill Symphony Hall with stirring performances of festive classical pieces and
contemporary carols known to one and all.
Refer to listing, page 14.
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Elements in
Harmony
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S
DRALION
Agganis Arena
January 5–9
It’s East meets West when the
always entrancing acrobats,
dancers and artists of Cirque
du Soleil return to Boston for
five performances of their
acclaimed production, Dralion.
The title refers to two key
symbolic creatures in Eastern
philosophy—the dragon and
the lion—both of whom are on
bright and vibrant display as
the gifted company of highflying performers combine
legendary Chinese acrobatic
style with Cirque du Soleil’s
signature, jaw-dropping,
gravity-defying flair. The show
utilizes the troupe’s trademark
vivid costuming and hypnotic
music to tell a story of how the
four ancient elements of air,
water, fire and earth—personified by Cirque performers—
work in tandem to strike a
balance in the world in which
we live. Refer to listing,
page 17. —Ellysia Francovitch
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WHAT BOSTON’S BUZZING ABOUT RIGHT NOW
BACK BAY’S
NEWEST BLING
SEASONS
GREETINGS
NEWBURY 211
JERSEY BOYS
211 Newbury St.
857-753-4669
The Colonial Theatre
Beginning December 16
Once, in order to find exquisite
handmade jewelry and clothing
from designers like Shosh Tibi
and Gila Lev, you’d have to journey to their homeland of Israel.
That all changed, though, when
Tibi immigrated to Boston and opened Newbury 211, a firstof-its-kind collective for Israeli crafters right in the heart of the
Back Bay. Newbury 211 showcases handmade creations by
some of Israel’s most talented artisans, including store owner
Tibi, Lev, Mira Feldman, Nirit and Avi Berman, and Liraz
Rubin. In addition to chic jewelry, the clothing collections
found at Newbury 211 offer shoppers a new perspective on
contemporary Israeli fashion, making this new jewel of the
Back Bay shopping scene a must-visit for those in search of
something truly unique this holiday season and beyond. Refer
to listing, page 25.
—Ellysia Francovitch
Nothing gets an audience
going like a good old-fashioned
rags-to-riches story. Pair that
with a soundtrack of unforgettable pop classics, and you’ve
got two prime reasons why
Jersey Boys—the Tony Awardwinning musical biography of 1960s vocalists Frankie Valli and
The Four Seasons—has been a worldwide smash. Expect full
houses as audiences pack the Colonial Theatre to see how
Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi—four
blue-collar kids from (where else?) Jersey—became Top 40 hitmakers with legendary songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,”
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and many more. A melodious
trip down Memory Lane with a riveting story at its core, this
stage sensation shows pop music fans what these Boys are
made of. Refer to listing, page 18.
—Josh B. Wardrop
CAMELOT RISING
FAUNAFRIENDLY
FOOTWEAR
PASSING THE TORCH: THE
INAUGURATION OF JOHN F. KENNEDY
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Through September 2011
SUDO SHOES
On a freezing cold day in
Washington, D.C. on January 20,
1961, a former U.S. Senator from
Massachusetts officially became
the 35th President of the United
States. In celebration of this event’s
50th anniversary, the John F.
Kennedy Presidential Library and
Museum presents its latest exhibit, Passing the Torch: The
Inauguration of John F. Kennedy. Artifacts from the festivities
surrounding that seminal 20th-century event are on display—
some for the first time—including Jacqueline Kennedy’s
Oleg Cassini dress from the inauguration gala, Leonard
Bernstein’s original score for Fanfare for the Inauguration of
John F. Kennedy and many more items that take visitors
back to those golden days at the dawn of the Camelot era.
Refer to listing, page 19.
—Scott Roberto
Finding that perfect pair of
shoes is always challenging,
but when you factor in being
an animal lover—unwilling to
wear leather or shoes made with glue that comes from
slaughterhouses—it can be almost impossible. That’s why
local vegans and vegetarians are so excited about the arrival
of Sudo Shoes, a new Porter Square boutique that only sells
brands made with no animal byproducts. No longer does
being an animal activist mean wearing unflattering fashions,
as Sudo carries designers such as Olsen Haus and Bourgeois
Boheme among the more than 27 labels producing trendy and
upscale shoes, belts and bags for the socially conscious fashionista. Sudo offers an opportunity not only to look good, but
feel good knowing that no animals were harmed in the making
of your own individual fabulousness.
—Ellysia Francovitch
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MET BACK BAY
279 Dartmouth St.
617-267-0451
The fourth collaboration between
chef/restaurateur Kathy Sidell
Trustman and chef Todd Winer
combines modern cuisine with a
nod to Boston’s culinary past.
The new MET Back Bay resides
in the 1877 townhouse that once
housed Joseph’s, a landmark
Boston restaurant, and the menu
even gives a nod to its predecessor—updating old Brahmin
favorites like clams casino and
oysters Rockefeller for the 21st
century. The rest of MET’s menu
features delicacies ranging from
steak and tuna tartare prepared
tableside to large signature
salads, specialty pizzette (pictured) and much more. The interior exhibits similar diversity, with
the restaurant boasting five separate dining environments—from
the MET Bar Game Room to The
Library to the private, by-reservation-only Townhouse for large
parties. Whichever you choose,
MET promises to become one of
Boston’s most popular new spots
to meet.
—Josh B. Wardrop
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AROUND THE HUB
CURRENT EVENTS
WILBUR THEATRE, 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700. Jan
8 at 7 p.m.—Robert Kelly, tickets: $22 & 25.
around the hub: C U R R E N T E V E N T S
FILM
COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, 290 Harvard St., Brookline,
617-734-2500. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9.75; students & matinees (before 5 p.m.)
$7.75; seniors & children (under 12) $6.75. This independent movie house screens recent indie films, as well as the
classics. Now playing: 127 Hours, Fair Game, Inside Job
and Boxing Gym. Special events: Dec 13 at 7 p.m.—
The Day the Earth Stood Still; Dec 17 & 18 at 11:59
p.m.—Gremlins.
MUGAR OMNI THEATER, Museum of Science, 617-7232500 or 617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes and complete
schedule. Tickets: $9; seniors $8; children (3–11) $7.
Discounted admission for showtimes after 6 p.m. This
IMAX theater presents larger-than-life images on a fivestory high domed screen. Now showing: Adrenaline Rush:
The Science of Risk; Whales; Thrill Ride: The Science of
Fun; Australia: Land Beyond Time; through Dec 31—
Arabia; beginning Jan 1—Mysteries of the Great Lakes.
P H OTO B Y
M I C H A E L L U TC H
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-2679300. Screenings Thu–Sun, call for complete schedule.
stra, led by maestro Keith Lockhart, performs its
Tickets: $6–10. The Museum of Fine Arts’ Film Program
annual Yule-themed concerts at Symphony Hall
has grown to become one of the nation’s finest exhibitors
through December 26. Refer to listing, page 14.
of contemporary international cinema, restored classics
and American independent films. Special events: Dec 15
at 5:30 p.m., Dec 16 at 3:30 p.m., Dec 17 at 7:30 p.m.,
Dec 18 at 3 p.m., Dec 19 at 10:30 a.m.—Every Man for
CLASSICAL
Himself; Dec 15 at 3:30 p.m., Dec 16 at 7:45 p.m., Dec 18 at
10:30 a.m.—Suzhou River; Dec 16 at 5:30 p.m., Dec 17 at 3
BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Symphony Hall, 301
p.m., Dec 19 at 12:30 p.m.—Merci pour le chocolat; Dec 22
Massachusetts Ave., 617-266-1200. Tickets: $29–118, unless
at 7:15 p.m., Dec 30 at 4:30 p.m.—Purple Butterfly; Dec 18
otherwise noted. Visit www.bso.org for a complete schedule
at 12:30 p.m., Dec 22 at 2:30 p.m.—Time of the Wolf; Dec
of events. Renowned throughout the world for its distinctive
22 at 5 p.m., Dec 23 at 7:45 p.m.—My Mother; Dec 26 at
sound, impressive range and virtuosity, the Boston Symphony
10:30 a.m., Dec 29 at 5:30 p.m.—The Piano Teacher.
Orchestra—led by Music Director James Levine—celebrates its
PARAMOUNT THEATRE, 559 Washington St., 617-824-8000.
130th year of performing the world’s most beloved and stirring
Visit www.artsemerson.org for complete schedule. Tickets:
classical music. Jan 6–8 at 8 p.m.—James Levine and the BSO
$10. Special events: Dec 17 at 9 p.m., Dec 18 & 19 at 7
are joined by vocalists Michelle DeYoung, Russell Thomas,
p.m.—All That Heaven Allows; Dec 17 at 7 p.m., Dec 18 at 9
Matthew Plenk, Albert Dohmen, Raymond Aceto, Ors Kisfaludy
p.m.—Christmas in July.
and the Men of the Tanglewood Festival Chorus to perform
Stravinsky’s Oedipus Rex and Bartok’s Bluebeard’s Castle.
SIMONS IMAX THEATER, New England Aquarium, Central
Wharf, 617-973-5200. Open daily at 9:30 a.m. Call for showCOMEDY
times and complete schedule. Tickets: $9.95; seniors & children (3–11) $7.95. The Simons is the first large-format
IMPROV ASYLUM, 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887. Tickets:
theater in Boston to have 3D viewing capability. Now show$10–25, dinner packages available. Visit www.improvasying: Under the Sea 3D; Hubble 3D; Sea Rex 3D: Journey to a
lum.com for complete show schedules. Please arrive 30 minPrehistoric World; Inception: The IMAX Experience; Dolphins
utes prior to showtime. Some of Boston’s top improvisational
and Whales.
comics perform uproarious and creative shows at this theater
in the heart of Boston’s North End. Dec 14 & 28, Jan 4 at 8
HOLIDAY EVENTS
p.m.—House Teams; Dec 15 & 29 at 8 p.m.—Vanity Project;
Dec 16, 23, 30 & Jan 6 at 8 p.m., Dec 17, 18 & 31, Jan 1, 7
BLACK NATIVITY, Blackman Auditorium, Northeastern
& 8 at 8 and 10 p.m.—Mainstage Show; Dec 21 & 22 at 8
University, 342 Huntington Ave., 800-514-3849.
p.m., Dec 23 at 10 p.m.—Sassy Gay Friend.
Performances: Dec 17 at 8 p.m., Dec 18 at 3:30 and 8 p.m.,
Dec 19 at 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $36 & 45. This legendary
NICK’S COMEDY STOP, 100 Warrenton St., 617-423-2900.
Christmas celebration, now in its 40th season, tells the story
Fri & Sat at 8:30 p.m. Cover: $20. Nick’s is the city’s longestof the Nativity in scripture, verse, music and dance. Based on
running comedy club. Dec 17 & 18—Boston’s Best
the Gospel of St. Luke and the poetry of Langston Hughes,
Comedians; Dec 31—Steve Sweeney.
BOSTON HOLIDAY POPS: The acclaimed orch-
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this song-play features a joyous company of singers, actors,
dancers and musicians delivering a powerful message of joy,
hope, victory and liberation.
BOSTON CAMERATA, Old West Church, 131 Cambridge St.,
617-262-2092. Dec 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $22–46. The classic ensemble presents An American Christmas, a holiday concert of New England hymns, carols and other seasonal music
from the nation’s earliest days.
BOSTON HOLIDAY POPS, Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts
Ave., 617-266-3605. Dec 13 at 4 p.m., Dec 14, 16, 17, 20–23
at 4 and 8 p.m., Dec 18 & 19 at 11 a.m., 3 and 7:30 p.m., Dec
24 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Dec 26 at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets:
$33–125. Boston’s beloved, world-renowned orchestra comes
home for the holidays, with concerts of holiday favorites led by
Pops maestro Keith Lockhart and guest conductors.
A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES, Boston Playwrights’
Theatre, Plaza Theatre, Boston Center for the Arts, 539
Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Performances: Dec 17 at 8 p.m.,
Dec 18 at 4 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 at 2 p.m., Dec 21 & 23 at 7
p.m., Dec 22 at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets: $35. As seen through
the eyes of a young Dylan Thomas, this second annual production retains the wonder and charm of last winter’s performances, with Christmas carols, presents, odd relatives
and, yes, freshly fallen snow.
CHORUS PRO MUSICA, Old South Church, Copley Square,
617-267-7442. Dec 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $20–45. The popular local choral and classical ensemble performs We Sing Thy
Birth, a festive evening of holiday music that includes the
Boston premiere of Stephen Paulus’ We Sing Thy Birth, accompanied by the Triton Brass Quintet.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, North Shore Music Theatre, 62
Dunham Road, Beverly, 978-232-7200. Performances: Dec
17 at 8 p.m., Dec 18 at 2 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 at 2 p.m., Dec
21 & 22 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 23 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets:
$40–65. Based on the Charles Dickens classic, this musical
tells the tale of curmudgeonly miser Ebenezer Scrooge, who
is visited by the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and
Future hoping to change his destiny and save his soul. This
adaptation, directed by former NSMT Artistic Director Jon
Kimbell, follows Scrooge through his strange and magical
journey to discover the true spirit of the holiday season.
A CHRISTMAS CELTIC SOJOURN WITH BRIAN O’DONOVAN,
Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College, 219 Tremont St.,
617-824-8000. Performances: Dec 17 at 8 p.m., Dec 18 at 3
and 8 p.m., Dec 19 at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets: $25–75. Top musicians and dancers from around the Celtic world re-create
the magic of an old-world Christmas in the eighth season of
the live version of Brian O’Donovan’s beloved WGBH
Christmas special.
HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY, Jordan Hall, 30
Gainsborough St., 617-266-3605. Dec 16 at 8 p.m., Dec 19
at 3 p.m. Tickets: $38–75. Conductor John Finney leads the
Society in A Bach Christmas, featuring Bach’s Cantatas No.
122 and 140.
THE MATZO BALL, Royale, 279 Tremont St., www.matzo
ball.org. Dec 24 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $30. Join Boston’s most
eligible Jewish singles at the 24th annual Matzo Ball, a
national holiday party touted as the nation’s largest Jewish
mixer for mingling, networking and seasonal cheer.
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MRS. GRINCHLEY’S CHRISTMAS CAROL, Gold Dust
Orphans, Theater Machine, 1254 Boylston St., 800-838-3006.
Performances through Dec 19: Thu–Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at
5 p.m. Tickets: $35–45. Based on Dickens’ A Christmas
Carol, Ryan Landry’s drag spoof of the holiday favorite tells
the story of the old boozehound Mrs. Grinchley, who steps
into Mr. Scrooge’s legendary seal-skin slippers and reluctantly travels via spirits through her grossly checkered
past, her absolutely rancid present and far into her most
gruesome future.
Op
en Christmas
MUSICIANS OF THE OLD POST ROAD, Emmanuel Church, 15
Newbury St., 781-466-6694. Dec 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $25.
The acclaimed local classical ensemble puts a Gallic spin on
the holiday season as it presents Joyeux Noel—A French
Baroque Christmas. The concert features the orchestra and
vocal soloists Roberta Anderson, Terence McKinney, Matthew
Anderson and Aaron Engebreth performing Marc-Antoine
Charpentier’s Dialogus Inter Angelos et Pastores and other
holiday carols.
NEWBURY STREET HOLIDAY STROLL, All along Newbury
Street, 617-267-2224. Visit www.newburystreetleague.org
for a full list of participants and promotions. On Dec 18,
come celebrate the holiday season as retaiilers and businesses on bustling Newbury Street offer special promotions
and in-store events, sponsored by the Newbury Street
League. Enjoy live music as you stroll, visit with Santa and his
elves, and stop to eat or drink at Newbury’s plethora of fine
restaurants. And if you get tired of walking, hop on a Holiday
Duck from Boston Duck Tours which transports shoppers
down Newbury Street from Arlington Street to Massachusetts
Avenue with four dropoff points along the street.
THE NUTCRACKER, Boston Ballet, Boston Opera House, 539
Washington St., 617-931-2787. Performances: Dec 15, 16,
21 & 31 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 17 at noon and 7:30 p.m., Dec 18,
22, 23, 28 & 30 at 1 and 7:30 p.m., Dec 19 & 26 at 1 and
5:30 p.m., Dec 24 at noon, Dec 29 at 1 p.m. Tickets:
$35–162. This must-see holiday event has been delighting
Boston audiences for more than four decades. Join Clara on
her magical journey through an enchanted winter wonderland
to a palace of sugary confections, all set to Tchaikovsky’s
classic score.
THE NUTCRACKER, José Mateo’s Ballet Theatre, Spingold
Theater at Brandeis University, 415 South St., Waltham, 781736-3400. Performances: Dec 17 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 18 at 2
and 6 p.m., Dec 19 at 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $15–50.
This annual take on the seasonal classic presents a a lively,
lower-cost alternative to other holiday shows. Ballet Theatre’s
acclaimed dancers—along with more than 200 children as
mice, soldiers and angels—focus on the dancing rather than
the usual mime and theatrics.
THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, Citi
Performing Arts Center, Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St., 866348-9738. Performances: Dec 14 & 21 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 15,
16 & 22 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec 17 at 2, 5 and 8 p.m., Dec
18 at 11 a.m., 2, 5 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 & 26 at noon, 3 and 6
p.m., Dec 23 at 5 and 8 p.m., Dec 27 & 28 at 2 and 5 p.m.,
Dec 29 at 11 a.m., 2, and 5 p.m. Tickets: $25–130. Starring
the world-famous Rockettes, this glamorous production
makes a triumphant return to Boston, featuring the Rockettes
showstopper, “Twelve Days of Christmas,” along with such
legendary favorites as “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” and
the awe-inspiring “Living Nativity.”
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gift cards from one of our restaurants, enjoy a lobster dinner on us.
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at 1 and 3 p.m.—Hansel & Gretel; Jan 5 & 6 at 10:30 a.m.,
Jan 8 & 9 at 1 and 3 p.m.—The Velveteen Rabbit.
ZOOLIGHTS, Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham,
781-438-5100. Through Jan 2: Nightly 5–9 p.m. Tickets: $5
(Mon–Thu); $6 (Fri–Sun); children (under 2) free. A holiday
tradition returns, as Stone Zoo hosts its popular outdoor
attraction. Visit the zoo after dark to see thousands of
sparkling Christmas lights, visit Santa’s village and meet the
big man himself (through Dec 23 ), enjoy choral music and
see animals like porcupines, grey foxes and, of course,
reindeer up close.
HOUSE OF BLUES, 15 Lansdowne St., 888-693-BLUE. Shows
at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Visit www.hob.com/boston
for full schedule. The House of Blues club, concert hall and
restaurant across from Fenway Park welcomes top rock, blues
and pop acts. Dec 17—Badfish (Sublime tribute band) with
Spiritual Rez and Scotty Don’t, tickets: $23 & 30; Dec 19—
Dweezil Zappa plays Zappa, tickets: $29 & 65; Dec 26–28 at
7 p.m.—Mighty Mighty Bosstones Hometown Throwdown,
tickets: $25 & 35; Dec 30 & 31—moe, tickets: $35 & 40
(Dec 30), $70 & 85 (Dec 31).
KIDS CORNER
ORPHEUM THEATRE, 1 Hamilton Place, 617-931-2000. The
Orpheum opened in 1852 and was the site of the first Boston
Symphony Orchestra performances and lectures by Booker T.
Washington and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Dec 14 & 15 at 7:30
p.m.—Weezer, tickets: $68.40 & 74.05.
BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 308
Congress St., 617-426-6500. Refer to listing in Museums.
Daily organized activities in the Art Studio and Play Space
such as music and movement, finger puppet making and
kitchen science. Daily—Japanese House: Nenga-jyo
(through Dec 31); Playspace: Messy Activity; Art Studio:
Paper Arts; Dec 16, 23 & 30 at 11 a.m.—Meet the
Creatures; Dec 17, 24 & 31 at 11 and 11:25 a.m.—
PlaySpace: My First Yoga; Dec 18 at 11:15 a.m., 12:15
and 1:15 p.m.—Critter Day: Animal Experience; Dec 27–30
from 1–4 p.m—Paperfest.
BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square,
617-536-5400. Refer to listing in Sightseeing. The first publicly
supported municipal library in the world hosts many activities
and special programs for children, including live performances,
storytelling, interactive computer activities and films. Special
events: Dec 1 & 15 at 3 p.m.—Reading Readiness; Dec 10 &
17 at 10 a.m.—Infant/Toddler Singalong; Dec 16 at 3:30
p.m.—Beaded Critters Jewelry Workshop; Dec 29 at 10:30
a.m.—Frosty’s Magic Birthday Party.
CELEBRATE! SERIES, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and
Museum, Columbia Point, next to UMass Boston, 617-514-1644.
Dec 28 at 10:30 a.m. This free performing arts program (for children ages 5 and up) highlighting America’s rich cultural diversity
presents the Tanglewood Marionettes in a production of The
Dragon King.
COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, 290 Harvard St., Brookline,
617-734-2500. Tickets: $9.75; children $7.75. Dec 19 at
10:30 a.m.—Alastair Moock & His Rowdy Roots Band; Jan 8
at 10:30 a.m.—Family music from Debbie & Friends.
PUPPET SHOWPLACE THEATRE, 32 Station St., Brookline, 617731-6400. Tickets: $10. The first puppetry center in New
England presents the magical world of puppet theater, enlightening audiences of all ages. Dec 15 & 16 at 10:30 a.m.—The
Magic Soup and Other Tales; Dec 18 & 19 at 1 and 3 p.m. —
Sleeping Beauty; Dec 22 & 23 at 10:30 a.m., Dec 24 at 10:30
a.m. and 1 p.m.—Holiday Fantasy; Dec 26 at 1 and 3 p.m., Dec
27–29 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.—Little Red and The
Gingerbread Man; Dec 30 & 31 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m, Jan 1
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LIVE MUSIC
BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER, 136 Massachusetts Ave.,
617-747-2261. Dec 31 at 8 p.m.—Lionel Loueke, tickets:
$18; Jan 8 at 8 p.m.—Steve Connolly presents The Spirit of
the King, tickets: $39–49.
PARADISE ROCK CLUB, 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-5628800. An intimate setting with a big sound, the Paradise is
one of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. For a complete schedule,
visit www.thedise.com; all shows 18+ unless otherwise
noted. Dec 15 at 8 p.m.—Liz Phair, tickets: $30.50; Dec 17
& 18 at 7 p.m.—Street Dogs, tickets: $22.50; Dec 30 & 31
at 9 p.m.—Soulive, tickets: $26.50.
PARAMOUNT BLACK BOX, 559 Washington St., 617824-8000. Dec 16 at 9:30 p.m.—S. Carey (of Bon Iver),
tickets: $15.
ROYALE, 279 Tremont St., 617-338-7699 (call 800-745-3000
for tickets). This club in the heart of the Theatre District
boasts both red-hot dance nights and a full schedule of live
shows by top indie rock acts. All shows 18+ unless otherwise
noted. Dec 15 at 7 p.m.—Ghostland Observatory, tickets:
$25; Dec 17 at 6 p.m.—Justin Townes Earle with Jessica
Lea Mayfield, tickets: $17.
SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB, DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, 400
Soldiers Field Road, 617-562-4111. Dec 31 at 8 and 11
p.m.—Pieces of A Dream, tickets: $50 (8 p.m. show), $60 (11
p.m. show); Jan 1 at 8 and 10 p.m.—Pieces of A Dream,
tickets: $30, $68 with dinner; Jan 6 at 8 p.m.—Tamir
Henderson Trio, tickets: $20, $58 with dinner; Jan 7 & 8 at 8
and 10 p.m.—Jane Monheit, tickets: $38, $76 with dinner.
TD GARDEN, 100 Legends Way (Causeway Street), 617-6241000. The former FleetCenter not only hosts Celtics and
Bruins home games, but is the premier indoor concert arena
for the city of Boston. Dec 15 at 7:30 p.m.—Trans-Siberian
Orchestra, tickets: $27.50–68.50; Dec 21 at 7:30 p.m.—
Usher with Trey Songz, tickets: $29.50–127.50.
TOP OF THE HUB, Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-5361775. Enjoy food, drink and the best view in Boston as you
swing to live jazz and classics from the Great American
Songbook. Dec 13, 20 & 27, Jan 3 at 8 p.m.—Marty Ballou
Trio; Dec 14–16, 21–23 at 8:30 p.m., Dec 17 & 24 at 9
p.m.—The Steve Soares Trio; Dec 19 & 26, Jan 2 & 9 at
noon—Lee Childs Group; Dec 19 & 26 at 8 p.m.—The
Rebecca Cline Trio; Jan 2 & 9 at 8 p.m.—Marshall Wood Trio;
Dec 18 at 9 p.m., Jan 4–6 at 8:30 p.m.—The Bob Nieske
Trio; Dec 28–30 at 8:30 p.m.—The Bob Nieske Group with
Phil Grenadier; Dec 31 at 8 p.m., Jan 1, 7 & 8 at 9 p.m.—
The Bob Nieske Group with Maggie Galloway.
WILBUR THEATRE, 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700. Dec 22
at 8 p.m.—Wu-Tang Clan, tickets: $41.60 & 49.30.
SPECIAL EVENTS
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRESENTS DRALION, Agganis Arena,
925 Commonwealth Ave., 617-931-2000, www.cirquedusoleil.com. Performances: Jan 5 & 6 at 7:30 p.m., Jan 7 & 8
at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m., Jan 9 at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets:
$45–95. The world-renowned, one-of-a-kind theater/circus
returns to Boston with Dralion, a celebration of life and the
four elements of air, water, fire and earth. The exciting
show delivers all the amazing acrobatics, visual illusions
and transfixing music that are trademarks of a Cirque du
Soleil production.
DISNEY ON ICE, TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-6241000. Dec 26 at 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m., Dec 27 at 10 a.m.,
2 and 6 p.m., Dec 28 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Dec 29 at noon
and 4 p.m. Tickets $20–90. Come join your favorite Disney
leading ladies—including Tinker Bell, Snow White, Belle,
Sleeping Beauty, Jasmine, Mulan and Ariel—as they skate
the night away in the elegant, larger-than-life celebration,
Princess Wishes.
FIRST NIGHT BOSTON 2011, dozens of locations throughout
the city, 617-542-1399. Dec 31 from 1 p.m.–midnight. First
Night buttons: $18; children (under 4) free. The largest New
Year’s Eve arts celebration in North America, First Night
Boston shines brightly as an art-centered, alcohol-free way to
ring in the New Year. Enjoy a full day of diverse artistic activities and performances for all ages, or come out as the
evening hours tick down and see ice sculptures, two fireworks displays, evening performances and the Grand
Procession down Boylston Street. First Night buttons may be
purchased at local retailers and other locations. Visit
www.firstnight.org. for a complete schedule of events.
SPORTS
BOSTON BRUINS
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-624-1000.
Dec 18 at 7 p.m.
vs. Washington Capitals
Dec 20 at 7:30 p.m.
vs. Anaheim Ducks
Dec 23 at 7 p.m.
vs. Atlanta Thrashers
Jan 6 at 7 p.m.
vs. Minnesota Wild
BOSTON CELTICS NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-523-3030.
Dec 16 at 8 p.m.
vs. Atlanta Hawks
Dec 19 at 1 p.m.
vs. Indiana Pacers
Dec 22 at 7:30 p.m.
vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Dec 31 at 3 p.m.
vs. New Orleans Hornets
Jan 3 at 7:30 p.m.
vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Jan 5 at 7:30 p.m.
vs. San Antonio Spurs
Jan 7 at 7:30 p.m.
vs. Toronto Raptors
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URBAN NUTCRACKER, BalletRox, Wheelock Family Theatre,
200 The Riverway, 617-879-2300. Performances: Dec 16 &
17 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 18 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., Dec 19 at
1:30 p.m. Tickets: $20–50. Hailed as “A joyous, daring fusion
of the old and new” by The Boston Globe, this production
fuses ballet, swing, hip hop and urban tap with the classical
score of Tchaikovsky and the pulsating beat of Ellington.
Experience the classical ballet of the Snow Queen juxtaposed
with the raw energy of urban dance in a way that’s sure to
leave the audience dancing out the doors.
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THEATRE
BLUE MAN GROUP, Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St.,
617-931-2787 or 617-426-6912. Ongoing. Tue–Thu at 8
p.m., Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 4, 7 and 10 p.m., Sun at 2 and 5
p.m. Tickets: $48 & 62. This giddily subversive off-Broadway
hit features three muted, blue-painted performers who spoof
both contemporary art and modern technology through wry
commentary and bemusing antics. The show has been updated to include new performance pieces, new music and alterations to the sound and lighting design.
FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE, New
Repertory Theatre, Black Box Theater, Arsenal Center for the
Arts, 321 Arsenal St., Watertown, 617-923-8487.
Performances: Dec 15 & 16 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 17 at 8 p.m.,
Dec 18 at 3 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $30. In the
City that Never Sleeps, is it possible to find real love after one
night together? Join Tony Award-winning playwright Terrence
McNally’s fated duo, Frankie and Johnny—a guarded waitress and a passionate short-order cook—as they discover the
world is smaller than they expected, there is no such thing as
a mere coincidence and love can be as simple as deciding to
embrace it.
HER RED UMBRELLA, 11:11 Theatre Company, Factory
Theatre, The Piano Factory, 791 Tremont St., 866-811-4111.
Performances: Dec 16–18 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $17. On a solitary walk through Harvard Yard one snowy night, a young
man finds an umbrella open and orphaned in the snow. On a
whim, he decides to find the owner and return it, unknowingly
setting in motion the greatest romance of his life in this world
premiere play.
JERSEY BOYS, The Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St.,
617-931-2787. Performances: Dec 16 & 23 at 1 and 7:30
p.m., Dec 17 & 25, Jan 7 at 8 p.m., Dec 18, Jan 1 & 8 at
2 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 & 26, Jan 2 & 9 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.,
Dec 20–22, 27–30, Jan 4–6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets:
$36.50–104.40. The 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical
about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons—
Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi—
is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of
the greatest successes in pop music history, featuring
such hit songs as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and
“Oh What a Night.”
THE LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF NICHOLAS NICKLEBY,
PARTS I & II, Lyric Stage Company, 140 Clarendon St., 617585-5678. Performances through Dec 19: Wed–Fri at 7:30
p.m., Sat at 3 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $25–56. A
cast of 24 plays more than 150 characters in this remarkable
two-part play with music. Winner of both the Tony Award for
Best Play and the Olivier Award for Play of the Year, this adaptation of the Dickens novel about a poor young man trying to
succeed in Victorian England makes its Boston debut.
RUINED, Huntington Theatre Company, Boston University
Theatre, 264 Huntington Ave., 617-266-0800. Performances:
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PA N O R A M A
Jan 7 at 8 p.m., Jan 8 at 2 and 8 p.m., Jan 9 at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $25–89. Mama Nadi knows how to survive in the
midst of the Congo civil war: don’t take sides. She sells beers
and girls to any man who’ll leave his gun at the door. The
good-time atmosphere of the canteen and her sharp wits
can’t always protect her and her girls from the atrocities afflicted on them, but their courage, humor and hope live on in
this gripping, Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Lynn Nottage.
SHEAR MADNESS, Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton
St., 617-426-5225. Ongoing. Performances: Tue–Fri at 8
p.m., Sat at 6 and 9 p.m., Sun at 3 and 7 p.m. (Dec 20 & 27
at 8 p.m., Dec 25 at 7 p.m., Dec 29 at 2 and 8 p.m., Jan 1 at
5 and 8 p.m. No Shows: Dec 24 & Jan 2.) Tickets: $42. This
hilarious Boston-set whodunnit, where the clues change
every night and the laughs come fast and funny, is a worldwide phenomenon filled with up-to-the-minute spontaneous
humor and quicksilver improvisation where the audience
becomes part of the action and gets to solve the crime.
STRIKING 12, SpeakEasy Stage Company, Deane Hall,
Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527
Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Performances: Dec 15, 16, 21,
23, 28–30 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 17 at 8 p.m., Dec 18 & Jan 1 at
4 and 8 p.m., Dec 19 & Jan 2 at 3 p.m., Dec 22 at 2 and
7:30 p.m., Dec 26 at 3 and 7 p.m., Dec 31 at 2 and 8 p.m.
Tickets: $25–50. Weaving a modern-day New Year’s Eve into
Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fable “The Little Match
Girl,” this unique hybrid of musical theatre and live concert
tells the story of a grumpy, overworked New Yorker whose
resolve to spend New Year’s Eve alone in his apartment
crumbles when an unexpected visitor brings some muchneeded cheer.
THE UNDERSTUDY, Lyric Stage Company, 140 Clarendon St.,
617-585-5678. Performances beginning Jan 1: Wed & Thu
at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 3 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m.
(Jan 5 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.) Tickets: $25–56. When a
Hollywood action star who is trying to prove himself in a serious Broadway play comes up against a new understudy with
a chip on his shoulder and a tangled romantic past, the results are hilarious. Theresa Rebeck (The Scene) pokes affectionate fun at the inner workings of the theatre world in this
smart new comedy.
TICKETS
BOSTIX, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Copley Square, 617723-5181. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Faneuil Hall location
closed Mon); Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Information and tickets, including half-price seats on day of event, for the best performing arts around Boston. Log on to www.bostix.org to purchase
discounted tickets and receive special e-mail updates. All
ticket offers subject to availability.
BOSTON CITYPASS, www.citypass.com. Visit five of Boston’s
best attractions for one low price. Save 50% and avoid ticket
lines. Booklet price: $46; youth (3–11) $29. Ticket booklets
are available at the first attraction visited and are valid for
nine days. The CityPass ticket booklet includes admission to
five major attractions: the New England Aquarium, Museum of
Fine Arts, Museum of Science, Skywalk Observatory at the
Prudential Center and your choice of the John F. Kennedy
Presidential Library and Museum or the Harvard Museum of
Natural History, plus extra coupons for local businesses.
BOSTON
BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 300
Congress St., 617-426-6500. Sat–Thu 10 a.m.–5 p.m.,
Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $12; children (under 1) free;
Sat–Thu 4–5 p.m. $5; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. The
popular museum for families of all ages features a
plethora of interactive exhibits that allow children to learn
about science, history and culture firsthand. Exhibits
include: Construction Zone, a child-sized work site with
miniature skyscrapers inspired by the Big Dig; Arthur &
Friends, featuring the stars of everyone’s favorite PBS
program; Boston Black, celebrating Boston’s Caribbean,
African and African-American cultures; Kid Power, which
allows active kids to use energy in healthy ways and
teaches them about fitness and nutrition. Special exhibits:
through Jan 2—Balancing Act, test your balance on
balance beams, bridges and boogie boards; Weaving,
hands-on experiments with fabric, texture, and color on
huge looms. Refer to Kids Corner in Current Events for
special events.
INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART, 100 Northern Ave.,
617-478-3100. Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu
& Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; seniors $13; students
$10; children (under 17) free. Free to all Thu 5–9 p.m.
Boston’s first new art museum in 100 years is a state-ofthe-art, gleaming structure on the South Boston waterfront
which presents installations of contemporary paintings,
sculptures and photographs, as well as cutting-edge live
dance and musical performances. Special exhibits:
Francesca DiMattio: Banquet; 2010 James and Audrey
Foster Prize Nominees; Mark Bradford. Special event: Dec
16 at 9 p.m., Dec 19 at 3 p.m., Dec 30 at 8:30 p.m.—
Award-Winning British Commercials 2010.
ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM, 280 The Fenway,
617-566-1401. Tue–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12;
seniors $10; students $5; children (under 18) free. Visitors
named Isabella are admitted free. Commissioned by Boston
aristocrat Isabella Stewart Gardner and modeled after a 15thcentury Venetian palace, the museum exhibits 2,500 objects,
including the works of Rembrandt, Botticelli, Raphael, Titian
and Matisse. Special events: Dec 16 at 5:30 p.m.—Gardner
After Hours: Blueprint, featuring a sneak preview of the
Gardner’s new Renzo Piano-designed wing, tickets: $12;
Dec 19 at 1:30 p.m.—Sunday Concert Series: A Far Cry,
tickets: $23.
JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM,
Columbia Point off Morrissey Boulevard, next to UMass
Boston, Dorchester, 866-535-1960. www.jfklibrary.org. Daily
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12; seniors & students $10; children (13–17) $9; children (12 and under) free; library forums
free. This museum portrays Kennedy’s life, leadership and
legacy in 21 exhibits, three theaters, 20 video presentations
and more. Special exhibits: Poetry and Power: The Inaugural
Address of John F. Kennedy; Passing the Torch: The
Inauguration of John F. Kennedy.
LARZ ANDERSON AUTO MUSEUM, Larz Anderson Park, 15
Newton St., Brookline, 617-522-6547. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4
p.m. Admission: $10; seniors, students & children (6–18) $5;
children (5 and under) free. The oldest collection of historic
automobiles in the nation is displayed in the owner’s original
home. Special exhibit: Curve Appeal—Style and Elegance in
Automobile Design.
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Painting, sculpture, installation and video by acclaimed Los Angeles-based artist Mark Bradford is
now on display at this waterfront institution. Refer
to listing, left.
THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY, 200 Massachusetts Ave.,
617-450-7000. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; seniors, students & youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. The
Library explores the life and achievements of Mary Baker
Eddy, a New England woman who defied conventional 19thcentury thinking to become an influential religious leader,
publisher, teacher and businesswoman. The museum also
houses the famous Mapparium—a three-story stained-glass
globe, opened in 1935, which allows visitors to stand in the
center, giving them a unique look at how ideas can inspire
individuals and change the world. Special exhibits: Hall of
Ideas; Sensational Press, Radical Response; Peace Flag;
Mary Baker Eddy: A Life of Service.
around the hub: O N E X H I B I T
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough,
800-543-1776.
Dec 19 at 8:20 p.m.
vs. Green Bay Packers
vs. Miami Dolphins
Jan 2 at 1 p.m.
MCMULLEN MUSEUM OF ART, Boston College, 140
Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, 617-552-8100. Mon–Fri
11 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Free admission.
Gallery tours held every Sun at 12:30 p.m. This museum is
renowned for its European, Asian and American collections.
THE MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY, African
Meeting House, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon
Hill, 617-725-2991, www.afroammuseum.org. Mon–Sat 10
a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors & children (13–17) $3;
children (under 13) free. Explore the history of Boston’s 19thcentury African-American community at the African Meeting
House, the oldest African-American church still standing in
the United States. In addition, there are tour maps available
for the Black Heritage Trail. Special exhibit: Treasures from
the Collections.
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-2679300. Sat–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 9:45 p.m.
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THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL CENTER OF AFROAMERICAN ARTISTS, 300 Walnut Ave., Roxbury, 617-4428614. Tue–Sun 1–5 p.m.; by appointment for groups.
Admission: $4; students & seniors $3. Housed in the former
Oak Bend Mansion, a neo-Gothic structure built in the early
1870s, this museum holds a slide archive and an extensive
collection of African artifacts, prints and drawings. It also
hosts national and international traveling exhibits. Special exhibits: Theresa India Young: Sketches of Ghana; Aspelta: A
Nubian King’s Burial Chamber.
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, Science Park, 617-723-2500.
Sat–Thu 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $21;
seniors $19; children (3–11) $18; children (under 3) free.
Planetarium, laser show and Omni theater tickets: $9;
seniors $8; children (3–11) $7. Combination ticket prices
and evening discounts available. This popular museum for
families of all ages boasts interactive science exhibits, as well
as laser and astronomy shows in the Charles Hayden
Planetarium. Special exhibits: LaserLab; K’Nex: Building Thrill
Rides; beginning Dec 13—In the Planetarium: Cosmic
Collisions; through Jan 2––Inside the Mind of M.C. Escher;
through Jan 4––Reptiles: The Beautiful and the Deadly.
OLD STATE HOUSE MUSEUM, 206 Washington St.,
617-720-1713. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $7.50; seniors
& students $6; children (6–18) $3. At the site of the Boston
Massacre and the first reading of the Declaration of
Independence in Boston, explore exhibits on the American
Revolution, Boston’s maritime history and the Boston
Massacre, and take themed tours of the city. Special exhibits:
The Old State House: A Hands-on History; The Boston
Massacre Multimedia Presentation; From Colony to
Commonwealth; Our Favorite Things: Boston Stories;
Preservation of the Old State House; Treasures from the
Bostonian Society’s Collections. Special event: Dec 15 from
6–8 p.m.––Holiday Open House, free admission.
THE SPORTS MUSEUM, 5th and 6th floor premium seating
levels, TD Garden, Causeway Street, 617-624-1234. Daily 10
a.m.–4 p.m. Admission on the hour only, ’til 3 p.m. Hours al-
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tered during TD Garden events, call ahead. Admission: $10;
seniors & children (10–17) $5; children (under 10) free. The
Sports Museum showcases New England’s rich sports heritage through an unparalleled collection of artifacts, multimedia and artwork. Exhibits include the Boston Bruins Hall of
Fame portraits, the Boston Garden Penalty Box and New
England’s Olympic Heroes.
USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM, Charlestown Navy Yard,
Charlestown, 617-426-1812. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Free
admission. The museum preserves the treasures of “Old
Ironsides,” the U.S. Navy’s flagship and the world’s oldest
commissioned warship. Includes weapons, documents,
journals and more. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to load
and fire a cannon, try out a sailor’s sleeping quarters and
virtually command the Constitution in battle. Special exhibits:
Old Ironsides in War and Peace; The Barbary War; Model
Shop; All Hands on Deck: A Sailor’s Life in 1812.
BEYOND BOSTON
BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME, 1000 West Columbus Ave.,
Springfield, 413-781-6500. Sun–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat ’til 5
p.m. Tickets: $16.99; seniors $13.99; children (5–15)
$11.99; (4 & under) free. In 1891, James Naismith developed
the game of basketball and its original 13 rules in Springfield,
Mass. Now Springfield is home to the Hall of Fame, an edifice
that pays homage to the greatest to play and coach the
game, like Bill Russell, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan and
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski. The Hall of Fame also includes
interactive basketball fun for visitors and numerous exhibits.
CONCORD MUSEUM, 200 Lexington Road, Concord,
978-369-9763. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m.
Admission: $10; seniors & students $8; children (6–17) $5;
family rates available. Ample free parking on Cambridge
Turnpike. Relive Concord’s history, from Native American
habitation and European settlement to the days of Emerson,
Thoreau, the Alcotts and Hawthorne. Special exhibits: A Little
Scrap for Recollection’s Sake: Quilts from the Concord
Museum; through Jan 2—Family Trees: A Celebration of
Children’s Literature, featuring fancifully designed trees
inspired by classic children’s books.
DECORDOVA SCULPTURE PARK AND MUSEUM, 51 Sandy
Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-259-8355. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Admission: $12; seniors, students & children (6–18) $8.
Sculpture Park: open sunrise to sunset, admission charged
during museum operating hours. Tour one of the largest contemporary art museums and the only permanent public
sculpture park in New England. Special exhibits: PIXNIT: Folie
que la nouveuté; Platform 5: Bartow + Metzgar; through Dec
31—Platform 3: Halsey Burgund, Scapes; through Jan 9—
Existed: Leonardo Drew; Rubbers: Martha Friedman, Platform
4: Type A, Barrier.
GRIFFIN MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY, 67 Shore Road,
Winchester, 781-729-1158. Tue–Thu 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til
4 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–4 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors $2.
Free to all on Thu. Named for the Massachusetts-born photographer for publications like Life and Time, the Griffin
Museum boasts three galleries dedicated to the promotion
and appreciation of photographic art. Special exhibits: Artists
Observed 1980–1985: Photographs by Harvey Stein; From
the Studio of Roy Lichtenstein: Photographs by Laurie
Lambrecht; The Collectors: Photographs by Jason Landry.
NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington,
781-861-6559. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Sun noon–4:30
p.m. Free admission. Devoted to presenting exhibitions on
American history and popular culture as a way of preserving our
national heritage. Special exhibits: Treasured Lands: The FiftyEight U.S. National Parks In Focus; Curators’ Choice: Favorites
from the Collection; Night Road: Photographs of Diners by John
D. Woolf; Sowing the Seeds of Liberty: Lexington and the
American Revolution; through Jan 9—The Initiated Eye.
PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM, East India Square, Salem, 866745-1876. Tue–Sun and holiday Mondays 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Admission: $15; seniors $13; students $11; children (16 and
under) free. The nation’s oldest continually operating museum
boasts a new wing with a 190-seat auditorium and a glass-covered atrium. The collection showcases African, Asian, Pacific
Island and American folk and decorative art, a maritime collection dating back to the museum’s earliest days and the first collection of Native American art in the hemisphere. Special
exhibits: Massachusetts Bay Charter; Written on the Waves; Eye
Spy: Playing with Perception; Faces of Devotion, Indian Sculpture
from the Figiel Collection; Fish, Silk, Tea, Bamboo: Cultivating an
Image of China; Auspicious Wishes and Natural Beauty in Korean
Art; Of Gods and Mortals: Traditional Art from India; through Jan
1—Painting the Modern in India; through Jan 2—Imprints:
Photographs by Mark Ruwedel; through Jan 9— The
Emperor’s Private Paradise: Treasures from the Forbidden City.
SALEM WITCH MUSEUM, 191⁄2 Washington Square North,
Salem, 978-744-1692. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission:
$8.50; seniors $7; children (6–14) $5.50. Life-size stage settings and historically accurate narration recreate the hysteria
of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 1692. Translations
available in Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
Special exhibit: Witches: Evolving Perceptions.
GALLERIES
Fine Vintage Posters
ARDEN GALLERY, 129 Newbury St., 617-247-0610. Mon–Sat
11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Arden specializes in contemporary oil
paintings and sculpture by nationally and internationally
renowned artists, whose styles range from super-realism to
abstraction. Special exhibits: through Dec 30—Works by Tim
Liddy, Robert C. Jackson, Denise Mickilowski and Niho
Kozuru; beginning Jan 4—Works by Koo Schadler; Works by
Scherer & Ouporov.
Admission (includes two visits in a 10-day period): $20; seniors & students $18; Wed after 4 p.m., pay as you wish; children (7–17) $7.50 on weekdays before 3 p.m., free at all
other times; children (6 and under) free. The museum houses
an outstanding collection of paintings, prints, sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from ancient times through the
present, as well as the most comprehensive collection of
Asiatic art in the world. Special exhibits: Romantic Interludes:
Women in Firdawsi’s Shahnama; Luxuries from Japan:
Cultural Exchange in the 17th and 18th Centuries; Nicholas
Nixon: Family Album; New Works: Prints, Drawings, Collages;
Avedon Fashion 1944–2000; Heaven and Hell in Japanese
Art; Chinese Master Paintings from the Colllection; Millet and
Rural France; Scaasi: American Couturier; Kristin Baker: New
Paintings; Artists Abroad: London, Paris, Venice and Rome,
1825–1925; Modernist Photography, 1910–1950; Mirror of
Holland: Drawings from the Maida and George Abrams
Collection; Embroideries of Colonial Boston: Samplers; Fresh
Ink: Ten Takes on Chinese Tradition; through Dec 31—
Preserving History, Making History: The Museum of Fine Arts,
Boston; through Jan 2—Under the Skin: Tattoos in Japanese
Prints. Special events: Dec 15 & 22 at 4 p.m.––Free
Wednesday nights at the MFA; Jan 7 at 5:30 p.m.––MFA First
Fridays, featuring live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, free
with museum admission.
BARBARA KRAKOW GALLERY, 10 Newbury St., 617-2624490. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow
Gallery attracts top contemporary artists from around the
world, showcasing work that focuses on minimalism and conceptualism. Special exhibit: Works by Richard Serra.
BOSTON SCULPTORS GALLERY, 486 Harrison Ave., 617-4827781. Wed–Sun noon–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative that
has served as an alternative venue for innovative solo sculpture exhibitions since 1992. Special exhibits: Dec 15–23—
Scupture Scoop II: Small Works Fundraiser; beginning Jan
5—Works by Joseph Wheelwright and Mags Harries.
BROMFIELD ART GALLERY, 450 Harrison Ave., 617-4513605. Wed–Sat noon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery
features shows by members of the cooperative, while exhibitions by visiting artists are selected by current members.
Special exhibits: beginning Jan 5—Alvin Case: Tape
Drawings; Ross Normandin: Real Spider, Real Web.
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SHOPPING
ART & ANTIQUES
CHASE YOUNG GALLERY, 450 Harrison Ave., 617-859-7222.
Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun ’til 4 p.m. One of the city’s top
galleries for the exhibition of contemporary artists, both
representational and abstract. Special exhibits: through
Dec 24—Winter Group Show; beginning Jan 5—Works by
Bernd Haussmann.
INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St.,
617-375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat
10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This acclaimed fine art
poster gallery displays original vintage posters from the
1890s through post-World War II modern masters.
LANNAN SHIP MODEL GALLERY, 99 High St., 617-451-2650.
Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat 12:30–3:30 p.m. As one of
Boston’s oldest galleries with a strictly nautical theme, Lannan
offers a plethora of sea-related treasures, from contemporary
yacht models to beautiful paintings of antique ships.
L’ATTITUDE GALLERY, 211 Newbury St., 617-927-4400.
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This gallery
boasts contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the
home, garden and commercial environments.
GALLERIA FLORENTIA, 79 Newbury St., 617-585-9200.
Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., or by appointment. The premier
source for European furnishings in the Boston area, Galleria
Florentia showcases a wondrous collection of handcrafted
pieces created exclusively for the gallery by the most fabled artisan families in Europe. Using centuries-old techniques and
traditions, these masters craft hand-carved furnishings, Murano
glass, exquisite bronze and stone sculptures, paintings, chess
sets, leather accessories and Capodimonte porcelain.
HOWARD YEZERSKI GALLERY, 460 Harrison Ave., 617-2620550. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This South End gallery features a wide array of work from contemporary artists, ranging
in media from photography to painting. Special exhibits:
through Dec 24—Coffee to Go: New Paintings by Susan
Jane Belton; through Jan 4—4 & 20 Photographs: Chris
Killip; beginning Jan 7—Denise Marika: Effaced.
INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St., 617375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–
6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. The acclaimed fine art poster gallery
displays original vintage works from the 1890s through postWorld War II modern masters.
L’ATTITUDE GALLERY, 211 Newbury St., 617-927-4400.
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This gallery
boasts contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home,
garden and commercial environments.
MILLS GALLERY, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St.,
617-426-8835. Sun & Wed noon–5 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 9 p.m.
The BCA presents exciting contemporary works by established and emerging local, regional, national and international
visual artists, mounting approximately six large-scale exhibitions in the Mills Gallery each year. Special exhibits: through
Jan 2—Southern Exposure: Artadia Awardees Atlanta 2009;
beginning Jan 3—Community Windows Exhibition.
PANOPTICON GALLERY, 502C Commonwealth Ave., 617267-8929. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This gallery is one of
the oldest fine art photography galleries in the United States
specializing in contemporary, modern and vintage photography. Special exhibits: through Jan 4—Neal Rantoul: TwentyFive Years (1980–2005); beginning Jan 6—Contemporary
Culture: Photographs by Erik Schubert and Brian Kaplan.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RESOURCE CENTER, Boston University,
832 Commonwealth Ave., 617-975-0600. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–
5 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $4; students &
seniors $2; children (under 18) free. PRC exhibitions and
educational programs are guided by a philosophical inquiry
into the intersection of photography with aesthetic, profes-
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ARTS & CRAFTS
KERI STRAKA, RIBBON
AND
P L AT E L E T T, 2010
SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS: Our
Cups Runneth Over: Functional and Sculptural
Ceramic Vessels, a display of creative and
sometimes humorous art objects, is on view at
this Back Bay gallery. Refer to listing, below.
sional and critical discourses. Special exhibit: through Jan
9—Then/Now: Recent Work by PRC Founders Carl Chiarenza
and Chris Enos.
PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat
10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sun 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Features work by
Israeli, American and internationally known contemporary
artists. Special exhibits: Sharir’s Psalms; Chana Orloff: Sculpture.
SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617266-1810. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The oldest non-profit
crafts organization in the country specializes in contemporary
American crafts. The jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics
range from cutting-edge to traditional, from functional to
sculptural. Special exhibit: Our Cups Runneth Over: Functional
and Sculptural Ceramic Vessels.
VICTORIA MUNROE FINE ART, 161 Newbury St., 617-5230661. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. This Back Bay gallery focuses on European works on paper and contemporary
American paintings, drawings and sculpture. Special exhibit:
Dec 15–Jan 8—Holiday Group Show: Paintings and Works
on Paper.
VOSE GALLERIES, 238 Newbury St., 617-536-6176. Mon–Fri
9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Established in
1841, Vose Galleries—the oldest family-owned art gallery in
the United States—specializes in American artists from the
18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Its new contemporary
wing, expanding the collection to living artists, opened in
2001. Special exhibits: through Dec 18—Turning Tides,
Changing Light: New Work by Don Demers; through Dec
31—Spirit of the Sea.
THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617266-1810. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The
oldest nonprofit craft organization in the country, established in
1897. The Society specializes in contemporary American
crafts, jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics ranging from
cutting edge to traditional, and from functional to sculptural.
BOOKS
BARNES & NOBLE, 800 Boylston St. (Prudential Center),
617-247-6959. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–
9 p.m. One of America’s largest booksellers boasts all the
bestsellers, plus an extensive selection of back titles,
audiobooks, magazines, CDs and more.
BORDERS, 10–24 School St., 617-557-7188; 511 Boylston St.,
617-236-1444; CambridgeSide Galleria, Cambridge, 617-6790887. School Street: Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.–9 p.m.,
Sun 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Boylston Street: Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–10 p.m.,
Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Galleria: Mon–Sat
10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon–7 p.m. This retailer provides a nearly
limitless selection of books, periodicals and music.
CLOTHING
ANTHROPOLOGIE, 799 Boylston St., 617-262-0545; 300
Boylston St., Chestnut Hill, 617-559-9995. Boylston: Mon–
Thu 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–
7 p.m.; Chestnut Hill: Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–
6 p.m. With stores in more than 20 states and around the
world, Anthropologie specializes in inspiring, upscale clothing,
accessories and home decor with a vintage and global flair.
BROOKS BROTHERS, 46 Newbury St., 617-267-2600. Mon–
Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Since
1818, Brooks Brothers has been a staple of men’s attire—
everything from sophisticated suits to more casual, preppy
apparel. Whether it’s the perfect pair of boxers or a chic
blazer, fellas are sure to revel in the classy, clean appearance
for which the Brooks Brothers brand is known.
CHANEL BOUTIQUE, 5 Newbury St., on the ground floor
of the Taj Hotel, 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
ROSS-SIMONS JEWELERS: This local favorite for
diamonds and fine jewelry also features the latest
in luxurious Swiss watches. Refer to listing, page 26.
Modeled after the famed Chanel Boutique in Paris, the Boston
outpost of this storied franchise offers a range of Chanel products, including a line of clothing designed by Karl Lagerfeld, as
well as shoes, accessories, handbags and fragrances.
EDDIE BAUER, 500 Washington St., 617-423-4722. Mon–
Wed & Sat 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri 7 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11
a.m.–6 p.m. This local outlet of the renowned Seattle-based
chain offers seasonal collections of fine-quality, casual apparel, footwear, travel gear and accessories for men and
women, all at steep discounts from the regular retail prices.
LOUIS, Fan Pier, 60 Northern Ave., 617-262-6100. Mon–Wed
11 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m., Sun 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Having recently relocated to Boston’s Seaport District, this
Boston institution maintains its cutting-edge allure by offering
upscale men’s fashions by up-and-coming designers, as well as
women’s fashions, bed and bath items and home accessories.
around the hub: S H O P P I N G
COPLEY SOCIETY OF ART, 158 Newbury St., 617-536-5049.
Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest nonprofit art association in the United States represents more
than 500 living artists and hosts between 15–20 exhibitions
each year by contemporary painters, photographers, sculptors
and printmakers. Special exhibits: through Dec 23—Holiday
Small Works 2010; Sean Farrell: Small Works 2010.
MARC JACOBS, 81 Newbury St., 617-425-0404. Mon–Sat
11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s
hottest designers has one of his outlets right here in the Hub.
This store specializes in Jacobs’ hip, retro-inspired ready-towear line as well as his fabulous accessories, shoes and
men’s line.
NANETTE LEPORE, 119 Newbury St., 617-421-9200.
Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The bright colors
and patterns of Lepore’s Bohemian and gypsy-influenced
clothes have attracted a bevy of celebrities, from Jessica
Simpson and Paris Hilton to Drew Barrymore, and have even
appeared in a variety of television shows and movies, from
“Sex and the City” to Legally Blonde 2.
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PATAGONIA, 346 Newbury St., 617-424-1776. Mon–Sat 10
a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This outdoor apparel store
sells a variety of clothing for all conditions. The Newbury
Street store also regularly invites outdoorsmen to talk about
their latest trips and experiences.
partment stores in the nation, the Lord & Taylor brand is all
about class. Find pieces from high-end designers such as
Chanel, trendier items for a younger crowd or try on some of
the store’s own brand name clothing, such as designs by
Charles Nolan.
RICCARDI, 116 Newbury St., 617-266-3158. Mon–Sat 11
a.m.–7 p.m. For more than 30 years, Riccardi has been
introducing Bostonians to the latest men’s and women’s
clothing, jeans and accessories. The store carries the freshest
fashions and most exclusive items on the market, catering to
a knowledgeable and fashion-savvy clientele with brands like
Comme Des Garcons, Dior Homme, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada
Sport, Sacai, Thomas Wylde and Vivienne Westwood.
MACY’S, 450 Washington St., 617-357-3000. Mon–Sat
9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Discover the season’s
hottest trends, newest styles and best prices. Choose from
your favorite designers: Coach, Polo, DKNY, Hugo Boss, the
Martha Stewart Collection and more.
SOODEE, 170 Newbury St., 617-266-7888. Mon–Wed
10 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
This boutique offers fun pieces of clothing that transport the
buyer to a different age and place, with items that are
modern, trendy and high fashion alongside others that are
timeless and classic. Whether you need a party dress at
the last minute, a designer bag at an affordable price or
fashionable accessories to impress your friends, you will
find it all at Soodee.
DEPARTMENT STORES
BARNEYS NEW YORK, Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave.,
617-385-3300; The Mall at Chestnut Hill, 199 Boylston St.,
Chestnut Hill, 617-969.5354. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun
noon–6 p.m. Chestnut Hill: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat ’til 8
p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. The Big Apple-based luxury superstore graces the Hub with its latest flagship store, featuring
an in-house concierge, the latest fashions from such designers as Givenchy, Rochas and Narcisco Rodriguez, and even a
large fireplace in the extensive shoe department.
BLOOMINGDALE’S, 225 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill, 617630-6000. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–10 p.m.,
Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. One of the oldest department stores in
the country has evolved from their line of hoop-ring skirts.
Bloomingdale’s boasts large floors filled with everything from
shoes and accessories to pieces for the home. And it’s all
bagged in their distinctive brown bags.
FILENE’S BASEMENT, 497 Boylston St., 617-424-5520.
Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This classic
Boston off-price store—touting the slogan “Where Bargains
Were Born!”—offers designer and brand name fashions for
men, women and the home.
H & M, 350 Washington St., 617-482-7001; 100 Newbury St.,
617-859-3192. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
This youthful, cutting-edge department store’s mission of “fashion and quality at the best price” translates to inexpensive,
trendy clothes for men and women, as H & M boasts the freshest, most up-to-date fashion trends in color, material and style.
LORD & TAYLOR, 760 Boylston St., 617-262-6000. Mon–Sat
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NEIMAN MARCUS, 5 Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave.,
Nearly a century of dedication to gathering the most enviable
products the world has to offer has helped make this Dallasbased retailer a world-class fashion authority. Neiman’s has
stayed in step with the times, while stepping ahead to deliver
the unexpected.
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, The Shops at Prudential Center,
800 Boylston St., 617-262-8500. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m.,
Sun noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s premier upscale retail
giants, Saks proffers a wide selection of high-end fashion
apparel, accessories, cosmetics and home decor pieces from
an assortment of unique and name-brand designers.
T.J. MAXX, 350 Washington St., 617-695-2424. Mon–Sat
9 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. This discount
retailer offers brand name and designer fashions for men,
women and kids, as well as accessories, fine jewelry and
items for the home, at prices 20–60% off most department
store rates.
GIFTS & SOUVENIRS
AUNT SADIE’S, 18 Union Park, 617-357-7117. Mon–Sat
10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. If you’re looking for the
perfect gift or simply shopping for yourself, this is the ideal
place for both. With handmade scented candles for every
occasion, pick up a summer-themed candle for your home or
give a loved one a romantic scented treat.
FIREFLY JEWELRY & GIFTS, 270 Newbury St., 617-3755885. www.fireflyboston.com. Mon, Tue & Sat 10 a.m.–
6 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 6:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Since
2003, Firefly has become the “go-to” gift boutique catering to
visitors and locals alike. From unique gifts by local artists to
fun and fashionable home décor, there’s something for every
taste. Firefly also offers a wide array of handcrafted jewelry
from artists around the country.
PAPER SOURCE, 388 Boylston St., 617-536-3444; 1361
Beacon St., Brookline, 617-264-2800; 1810 Massachusetts
Ave., Cambridge, 617-497-1077. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m.,
Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Like its motto says, “Do
something creative every day.” For those with an excess of
creative juices, this paper store offers a variety of papers
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TEDDY BALLGAME’S, 1 South Station, 617-330-1230.
Located at the South Station concierge desk, Teddy
Ballgame’s offers tours of Boston that leave right from
South Station, a wide variety of Red Sox souvenirs, T-shirts
and books about the history of Boston.
HOME GOODS
KOO DE KIR, 65 Chestnut St., 617-723-8111. Tue–Fri 11
a.m.–7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This sleek home
goods store exudes warmth and irreverence with its selection
of unique, fashionable home essentials, from serving trays and
lamps to teapots and coffee mugs.
LIGNE ROSET AT ADESSO, 200 Boylston St., 617-451-2212.
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. One of America’s
leading resources for beautiful furniture, lighting and accessories. Adesso imports a vast range of Europe’s finest
designer products, from beds, sofas and comfortable seating
to stainless-steel teakettles and serving pieces.
JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES
FILTHY RICH CELEBRITY JEWELRY, 236A Hanover St., 857366-4620. www.filthyrichofboston.com. Mon–Wed 11 a.m.–
7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. You don’t have
to be “filthy rich” to look like a million! Licensed replicas of
jewelry worn by Jacqueline Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and
other Hollywood legends of the past—as well as today’s
hottest celebrities and designers—are all here. Their jewelry
will have you dazzling like a star on the red carpet for a
fraction of the price.
HIGH GEAR JEWELRY, 204 Hanover St., 617-523-5804.
Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Merilee Wolfson’s platinum-drenched contemporary fashion
jewelry shop dazzles with an impressive selection of costume
jewelry and semi-precious pieces. Whether you’re looking for
eco-friendly “green” jewelry from South America or looks
fresh from the pages of the world’s top fashion magazines,
this is the go-to spot in Boston.
JOHN LEWIS, INC., 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat
11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has been creating jewelry of
imaginative design in Boston for more than 30 years. Using
only solid precious metals and natural stones, Lewis aims “to
make jewelry at a reasonable price of excellent workmanship
and uncommon beauty.”
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Located in South Station
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RUGBY, 342 Newbury St., 617-247-2801. Mon–Sat 10
a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This casual clothing store
from Ralph Lauren features the latest in preppy couture, with
edgy fashions aimed at the college set, at prices lower than
Lauren’s traditional Polo gear.
MARSHALLS, 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066: Mon–Sat
9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun ’til 8 p.m.; 350 Washington St.,
Downtown Crossing, 617-338-6205: Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m.,
Sun ’til 9 p.m. Its mantra “Brand name clothing for less” has
made this discount retailer a bargain hunter’s dream come
true. From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls features
designer clothing for men, women and children.
from around the world and offers suggestions and workshops
for using the paper.
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LUX BOND & GREEN, 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747.
Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 5 p.m. Since 1898, Lux Bond
& Green has provided its customers with diamonds, gold
jewelry, watches and giftware from around the world. The
store offers a corporate gift division, bridal and gift registry,
a full-service repair department, gift certificates and elegant
gift wrapping.
NEWBURY 211, 211 Newbury St., 857-753-4669. Daily 10
a.m.–8 p.m. This shop offers one-of-a-kind jewelry—handmade by Israeli designers from silver and 18 and 24 karat
gold with handset precious gems—as well as unique designer gowns and accessories.
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SPORTING GOODS
SHREVE, CRUMP & LOW, 440 Boylston St., 617-267-9100.
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m.
Serving Bostonians since 1796, this Boston institution boasts
of being the oldest continuously operating luxury business in
the U.S. Its Back Bay location is filled with glittering
diamonds, fine jewelry, watches, silver, china, porcelain,
stationery, antiques and more.
BILL RODGERS RUNNING CENTER, 353 North Market Bldg.,
Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–
8:30 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Owned by the four-time Boston
Marathon winner, the Bill Rodgers Running Center boasts the
most experienced running staff in Boston. Since 1977, they
have been helping fellow runners find the best shoes for their
individual needs.
SMALL PLEASURES, 142 Newbury St., 617-267-7371;
92 State St., 617-722-9932. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Specializing in antique jewelry and vintage watches, this
unique store features Art Nouveau and Art Deco engagement
rings from the 1920s, as well as custom design and repair
services, all in an intimate Art Deco setting.
CITY SPORTS, 1035 Commonwealth Ave., 617-782-5121;
11 Bromfield St., 617-423-2015; 480 Boylston St., 617-2673900; 44 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-492-6000; other locations. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun
10 a.m.–8 p.m.; hours vary by location. City Sports sells
athletic apparel by top brands like Nike, Adidas and Puma,
as well as sporting equipment for all interests, and footwear
from Saucony, Reebok and others.
TIFFANY & CO., Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., 617353-0222. Sun–Tue 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Wed–Sat ’til 7 p.m.
This world-renowned jeweler has been synonymous with
quality, integrity and tradition for more than 150 years. The
Copley Place store features an exquisite array of diamonds,
rings, timepieces and accessories.
MALLS/SHOPPING CENTERS
COPLEY PLACE, Copley Square, 617-262-6600. The magnificent Copley Place features more than 100 upscale stores,
including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Eileen Fisher and
Williams-Sonoma, and fine restaurants like Legal Sea Foods
that offer shoppers numerous dining options. To receive a free
Ultimate Shopping Excursions card, stop by one of the customer service kiosks.
THE CORNER MALL, corner of Winter and Washington streets.
One-stop shopping in Downtown Crossing. You’ll find the latest styles at shops like Discovery Imports, Bath & Body
Works, Champs, Wet Seal and Aldo Shoes. In addition, the
Corner Mall features an international food court to please
every palate, including Sakkio Japan and India Entrees.
THE HERITAGE ON THE GARDEN, 300 Boylston St., 617-4269500. Call for individual store hours. This residential/office/
retail complex located alongside the Public Garden features a
handful of upscale retailers, including St. John Boutique,
Sonia Rykiel, Escada, Hermes, Exhale Spa and Anne Fontaine.
MARKETPLACE CENTER, located between Faneuil Hall and
the Waterfront. Twenty-four distinctive shops surround an
open court known as the Exedra, where you will always find
a wide range of unusual pushcarts and entertainment events
unique to this wonderful area. Within walking distance are
literally hundreds of other shops, restaurants, pubs and
nightspots.
THE SHOPS AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 Boylston St.,
800-SHOP-PRU. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6
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THE TANNERY, 402 Boylston St., 617-267-5500. Mon–Sat
9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Also: 11A & 39 Brattle
St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-491-0810 and 617491-1811. Since 1973, The Tannery has been recognized as
one of the world’s best footwear stores. The Tannery offers
customers 200 of the top name brands to choose from,
including Birkenstocks, Dansko, Ecco and Clarks.
FILENE’S BASEMENT: This legendary name
in retail, famous for its unbeatable bargains on
brand-name fashions, can be found in the Back
Bay on Boylston Street. Refer to listing, page 24.
COPLEY PLACE: This luxurious Back Bay
shopping center offers such famous retailers as
Barneys New York and Tiffany & Co., as well as
a Legal Sea Foods. Refer to listing, page 26.
p.m. The Shops at Prudential Center features more than 75
stores and restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory,
Saks Fifth Avenue, Ann Taylor and J. Jill. It is also a launch
spot for the city’s renowned tourist resource, the Boston
Duck Tours.
of the world’s best musicians. First Act also boasts in-store
performances and workshops from legendary acts, including
past performances from Mason Jennings, Aerosmith guitarist
Brad Whitford, Paul Westerberg of the Replacements, Death
Cab for Cutie and countless others.
MUSIC/VIDEO
SHOES
BANG & OLUFSEN, 141b Newbury St., Suite 643, 617-2624949. Newbury Street: Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–
5 p.m. Founded in 1925, this leading innovator in both technology and aesthetics offers everything from complete home
electronics systems and home phones to headphones, cell
phones and assorted accessories.
ALLEN-EDMONDS, 36 Newbury St., 617-247-3363. Mon–
Sat 9:30 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Step out in luxurious
style with Allen-Edmonds’ collections of wing tips, capped
toes and slip-on kilties and tassles. This world-class men’s
footwear retailer, famous for its 212-step construction
process, features shoes made of top-quality leather and
all-natural materials.
NEWBURY COMICS, 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930.
Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun
11 a.m.–7 p.m. Also: 36 JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge,
617-491-0337; North Market Building, Faneuil Hall
Marketplace, 617-248-9992. You’ll have a “wicked good
time” at this upstart local chain, which boasts the cheapest
CD prices in town, including import, indie and major label
releases, as well as T-shirts, comics and other pop culture
kitsch items.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
FIRST ACT GUITAR STUDIO, 745 Boylston St., 617-2267899. This Boston-based leader in musical products specializes in custom-made guitars for musicians of all styles. Check
out this popular line of guitars built for and inspired by some
HELEN’S LEATHER, 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon–
Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m., Sun ’til 6
p.m. For more than 35 years, Helen’s Leather has supplied
New Englanders with quality Western boots by makers like
Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. In addition,
Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and Stetson hats,
as well as leather jackets and bags.
JOHN FLUEVOG, 302 Newbury St., 617-266-1079. Mon–
Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This funky footwear
retailer features shoes created by the maverick designer,
ranging from mind-bending platforms to the classic black
boot and his tried-and-true “Angels.” The Newbury Street
locale is the only place in Boston to find a wide range of his
cutting-edge styles.
EASTERN MOUNTAIN SPORTS, 855 Boylston St., 617236-1518; 1041 Commonwealth Ave., 617-254-4250; 1
Brattle Square, Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-864-1540.
Boylston St.: Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m.;
Commonwealth Ave.: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat ’til 8 p.m.,
Sun noon–6 p.m.; Cambridge: Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m.,
Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This outdoors store sells everything from
camping gear to ski and snowboard apparel and boasts a
knowledgeable staff to answer all your questions.
MARATHON SPORTS, 671 Boylston St., 617-267-4774;
1638 Beacon St., Brookline, 617-735-9373; 1654
Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-354-4161; 255
Washington St., Wellesley, 781-237-0771; 134 Washington
St., Norwell, 781-871-2979. Mon–Fri 10:30 a.m.–7 p.m. (’til
7:30 in Boston), Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. For
more than 29 years, Marathon Sports has provided experience and knowledge in footwear solutions for walkers, runners and those in search of an active lifestyle, offering a wide
selection of apparel, footwear and accessories.
ROSS-SIMONS JEWELERS, The Shops at Prudential Center,
800 Boylston St., 617-262-0935; The Natick Collection,
Natick, 508-655-2956; Atrium Mall, Chestnut Hill, 617-9655300. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.;
Chestnut Hill: Sun noon–6 p.m. Ross-Simons Jewelers is New
England’s famous destination for fabulous jewelry and fine
Swiss watches—all at legendary great prices. If you’re thinking about diamonds, Ross-Simons is a must-visit attraction.
They have one simple promise: the absolute best prices on
certified diamonds anywhere in the country.
NIKETOWN, 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon–Sat 10
a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. An enormous temple to the
Nike franchise, this sporting goods retailer proffers all things
Nike, including footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories.
The store features an homage to the Boston Marathon, seats
from the old Boston Garden and autographed shoes from
Marathon champ Uta Pippig.
WIRELESS PHONES
WARLOX WIRELESS, 217 Newbury St., 617-927-7500.
Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
www.iUnlock.com. This mobile phone headquarters
specializes in unlocked GSM phones and carries a wide
variety of Bluetooth headsets and hundreds of other
wireless accessories.
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century. It also served as George Washington’s headquarters
during the seige of Boston in 1775–76.
MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY, 580 Mount Auburn St.,
617-547-7105. Daily 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Closing times may vary.
Founded in 1831 by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society,
Mount Auburn was the first landscaped cemetery in the
country. Many prominent Americans are buried here, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Isabella Stewart Gardner
and Winslow Homer. The cemetery is also an arboretum,
sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary.
TORY ROW (BRATTLE STREET). One of the nation’s most
beautiful residential streets, Tory Row is the site of Loyalist
mansions and their elegant neighbors from every period of
American architecture.
ENTERTAINMENT
BOSTON BAROQUE, Sanders Theatre, 45 Quincy St., 617-4849200. Dec 31 at 8 p.m., Jan 1 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $27–68. Boston
Baroque rings out 2010 and rings in 2011 with two festive
performances of works by Corelli, Bach, Telemann and Handel.
PH OTO B Y
T Y L E R KO N G S L I E
THE BLUE FLOWER: This avant-garde musical set during World War I runs through
January 8 at the American Repertory Theater’s
Loeb Drama Center in Harvard Square. Refer
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Boston, Cambridge is a diverse and
cosmopolitan city abounding with art,
culture, fine dining and exceptional shopping. Yet, thanks to its division into
“squares,” Cambridge retains the feel of
several small neighborhoods, each with its
individual flair and style.
Central Square is the social center for
Cambridge, with great restaurants, bars and
music venues such as the Middle East Cafe,
T.T. the Bear’s Place and The Cantab Lounge.
Harvard Square is home to Harvard
University’s sprawling campus, including
its associated theaters and museums. In
addition, visitors flock to the neighborhood
for a diverse range of retail shops, restaurants, coffee shops, bars and clubs that
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The quieter, more residential Inman
Square abounds with ethnic food shops,
bars and restaurants along with local and
national jazz acts at Ryles Jazz Club.
Kendall Square, home to MIT and many
bio-tech firms, also hosts foreign and indie
films at Kendall Square Cinema and boasts
a growing number of eclectic nightspots.
Just beyond Harvard Square, Porter
Square is full of funky second-hand shops
and restaurants, as well as live music at
the Lizard Lounge and Toad.
CAMBRIDGE COMMON/OLD BURYING GROUND. A grazing
pasture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a
favorite meeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the
Continental Army. Early college presidents and town residents
were buried in “God’s Acre” across from the Common.
CHRIST CHURCH, Zero Garden St., 617-876-0200. Offices
open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Call for services. This 1761 Tory
house of worship was utilized as a Colonial barracks in the
American Revolution.
FIRST CHURCH UNITARIAN/UNIVERSALIST, 3 Church St.,
Harvard Square, 617–876–7772. Please call for services.
Harvard College provided the pews for its students in
this 1833 building erected for the then newly founded
Unitarian Church.
HARVARD AND RADCLIFFE YARDS. Located within Harvard
Campus. The centers of two institutions that have played
major educational roles since Harvard’s founding in 1636.
ATTRACTIONS:
• Harvard Yard
• American Repertory Theater
• MIT Museum
• Harvard Museum of
• Harvard Art Museums Natural History
HARVARD SQUARE/OLD CAMBRIDGE. Take the “T” to
Harvard on the Red Line. The center of Cambridge activity
since the 17th century, the Square is home to Harvard
University, historic buildings, cafes, restaurants and shops.
GET THERE ON THE T :
Red Line to Kendall, Central, Harvard, Porter and
Alewife; Green Line to Lechmere.
LONGFELLOW NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, 105 Brattle St.,
617-876-4491. Public tours closed for the season; grounds
open daily from dawn to dusk. This 1759 Georgian mansion
was home to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 1837–1882
and a central gathering place for writers and artists in the 19th
A B OV E PH OTO B Y
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CHARLES HOTEL ICE SKATING RINK, 1 Bennett St., 617864-1200. Mon–Fri from 4–8 p.m., Sat & Sun from 10 a.m.–
8 p.m. Fees: $5; skate rental $5, children (under 12) $3. This
2,900-square-foot, illuminated outdoor ice skating rink
boasts rink-side refreshments from the New Englandinfluenced restaurant Henrietta’s Table.
CHRISTMAS REVELS, Sanders Theatre, 45 Quincy St.,
Cambridge, 617-496-2222. Performances: Dec 17, 21 & 22
at 7:30 p.m., Dec 18, 23, 27 & 28 at 3 and 7:30 p.m., Dec
19 & 26 at 1 and 5:30 p.m., Dec 29 at 1 p.m. Tickets:
$25–52. The 40th annual production of the beloved Boston
event returns to its original setting, Haddon Hall, an English
medieval manor in Derbyshire that is the neglected family
seat of the 10th Duke of Rutland. When the Duke visits with
his family, they are given a lesson in the values and pleasures
of traditional celebration—including carols, poetry, dances
and period music—by Haddon Hall’s ghostly inhabitants.
CLUB PASSIM, 47 Palmer St., 617-492-7679. Call for full
schedule. This intimate Harvard Square coffeehouse was a
starting place for folk icons like Joan Baez and Bob Dylan.
Dec 14 at 8 p.m.—Tish Hinojosa, tickets: $20; Dec 16–18 at
7 and 10 p.m.—Lori McKenna, Mark Erelli and Jake
Armerding, tickets: $30; Dec 22 at 7 p.m.—Jewmongous,
tickets: $20; Dec 23 at 8 p.m.—Aine Minogue, tickets: $20;
Dec 26 at 6 and 9 p.m.—Melissa Ferrick, tickets: $35; Dec
27 at 7 and 10 p.m.—Stephen Kellogg & The Sixers, tickets:
$32; Dec 29 at 8 p.m.—Marshall Crenshaw, tickets: $25;
Dec 30 & 31 at 7 and 10 p.m.—Ellis Paul, tickets: $30; Jan
2 at 8 p.m.—Bill Morrissey, tickets: $25.
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SIGHTS OF INTEREST
THE BRATTLE THEATRE, 40 Brattle St., 617-876-6837. Call
for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9.50; students & matinees $7.50; seniors & children $6.50. Classic,
cutting-edge and world cinema with double features almost
every day. Special events: Dec 13 at 7 p.m.––It’s A Wonderful
Life; Dec 18 at 9:30 p.m.––Die Hard; at midnight—Die Hard
2; Dec 25 at 4:15 and 7 p.m., Dec 26 at 4 and 6:30 p.m., Dec
27 at 6:30 p.m.––The Grapes of Wrath; Dec 25 at 9:30 p.m.,
Dec 26 at 1:45 and 9 p.m., Dec 27 at 9 p.m.––Edward
Scissorhands; Jan 1—Marx Brothers Movie Marathon.
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Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9; seniors $7; students
$6; children (18 and under) free. The Harvard Art Museums—
including the Fogg and Busch-Reisinger museums, which are
currently closed for renovations—are currently housed at the
Arthur M. Sackler Museum, which has been reinstalled with
some of the finest works representing the collections of all
three museums. Special exhibits: Re-View, a collection of
highlights from the Harvard Art Museums; The Past and the
Present: British Art of the 19th Century; The Western Tradition:
Art Since the Renaissance; Brush and Ink Reconsidered:
Contemporary Chinese Landscapes; I Was Not Waving but
Drowning; through Jan 8—The Art of Deceit: Looking at
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HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, 26 Oxford St.,
617-495-3045. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9; seniors &
students $7; children (3–18) $6. Among the museum’s 17
galleries is the internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of
Blaschka Glass Models of Plants, a unique collection of more
than 3,000 glass flower models created between 1886 and
1936. Special exhibits: Climate Change: Our Global
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Drama Center, 64 Brattle St., 617-547-8300. Performances:
Dec 14–17, 21–23, 28–30, Jan 4–6 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 18,
19 & 26, Jan 1 & 8 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec 31 & Jan 7 at 2
p.m. Tickets: $25 & 35. Fusing the sounds of Weimar cabaret
and country-western music, this musical takes us on a journey from Belle Epoque Paris to the battlefields of World War I.
As the artist Max Baumann assembles his memories into a
spectacular collage, he reveals the story of four friends and
lovers trying to make their way through a world in pieces.
CARPENTER CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS, Harvard
University, 24 Quincy St., 617-495-3251. Main Gallery: Mon–
Sat 10 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun 1–11 p.m.; Sert Gallery: Tue–Sun
1–5 p.m. Free admission. Housed in the only building in North
America designed by famed French architect Le Corbusier,
the Carpenter Center hosts a lecture series with working
artists and exhibits contemporary works on paper, in sculpture and mixed media, video and film. Special exhibit:
through Dec 23—The Image in Question: War—Media—Art.
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T.T. THE BEAR’S PLACE, 10 Brookline St., 617-492-BEAR.
Shows start at 8:30 p.m. Call for complete schedule. Cover:
$8–14. Dec 14—Infinite Jest with HiFi July; Dec 16—Jason
Bennett and The Resistance with The Dirty Truckers, Full Body
Anchor and Britttany Gray; Dec 17—The Raging Teens
Holiday Hoedown with Roy Sludge Trio and The Throttles; Dec
22—Vending Machines with Rocket Rocket; Dec 29—Hello
Ninja with All Ages and Stroamata; Jan 7—Lyres with Satin
Kittens, Dirty Rabbit and Cradle to the Grave.
HYSTERIA, The Nora Theatre Company, Central Square
Theater, 450 Massachusetts Ave., 866-811-4111.
Performances beginning Jan 6: Wed & Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri
& Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $40. It’s a battle between brain and brush in Terry Johnson’s wild comedy inspired by real-life events. Intriguing questions arise when
Salvador Dali arrives at Sigmund Freud’s house for tea:
What’s with the morphine drip? Why is Freud haunted by one
of his earliest cases? Will Dali ever get to paint Freud? And
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THE MIDDLE EAST, 472 Massachusetts Ave., 617-864-EAST.
Doors open at 8 p.m., shows start at 9 p.m. unless otherwise
noted. Call for complete schedule. Whether Upstairs,
Downstairs or in the Corner, this club showcases the best in
alternative/indie rock bands. Dec 15—Taproot with Modern
Day Escape, Blind Assumption and others, tickets: $20;
Dec 18—Cormega & Nature, tickets: $20; Dec 30 & 31—
The Indobox, tickets: $20 ($35 for both nights); Jan 1—
Dada with The Energy, tickets: $20; Jan 8—Young Buck,
tickets: $20.
THE FEVER CHART: THREE VISIONS OF THE MIDDLE EAST,
Underground Railway Theater, Central Square Theater, 450
Massachusetts Ave., 866-811-4111. Performances: Dec 15 &
16 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 17 & 18 at 8 p.m., Dec 19 at 2 p.m.
Tickets: $40. Playwright Naomi Wallace offers a unique combination of lyrical theatricality and political passion in this trio of
tales in which an Israeli soldier encounters a mysterious
Palestinian woman at the Rafah Zoo; a Palestinian father reveals
to a young Israeli woman their shared history; and a bookish
Iraqi bird collector tells of his conscription into Saddam’s army.
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IMPROVBOSTON, 40 Prospect St., Central Square, 617-5761253. Performances: Wed–Sun. Cover: $7–16. Visit www.improvboston.com for a complete schedule of shows. This
comedy theater features improv sketch comedy, stand-up
shows, games, original music and audience participation.
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HARVARD SQUARE HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR, First Parish
Unitarian Church, corner of Church Street and Massachusetts
Avenue, Harvard Square. Dec 17–23: Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–7
p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Free and open to
the public. This venerable holiday craft event, now in its 25th
season, is described as “the original rock and roll holiday fair”
by its devotees, and features a funky mix of area craftspeople
from New England and around the world exhibiting and selling
goods ranging from clocks to jewelry, hand-printed cards to
pottery, clothing to photography and much more.
Harvard Square
THE DONKEY SHOW, American Repertory Theater, Oberon, 2
Arrow St., 617-547-8300. Ongoing. Performances: Sat at 8
and 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $25–75. Bringing the ultimate disco
experience to Boston, this crazy circus of mirror balls, feathered divas, roller skaters and hustle queens tells the story of
A Midsummer Night’s Dream through great ’70s anthems like
“We Are Family,” “I Love the Nightlife,” “Car Wash,” “Ring My
Bell” and “Last Dance.”
BREWER ST.
THE COMEDY STUDIO AT THE HONG KONG, 1238
Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-661-6507. Doors
open at 7:30 p.m.; shows begin at 8 p.m. Call for complete
schedule. Cover: $8–10. A place where fresh talent is discovered and headliners experiment. Dec 14, 21 & 28—Mystery
Lounge, featuring professional magicians; Dec 15—Sarah
Blodgett, Benny Bosh, Joe Della Penna and others; Dec 16—
Jenny Zigrino, Jimmy Anicet, Laura Crawford, Tim Messenger
and others; Dec 17—Renata Tutko, Fred Bernabe, Ahmed
Bharoocha, Chris Coxen and others; Dec 18—Rick Jenkins
hosts Shaun Bedgood, Dave Kennedy, Jeff Mackinnon, Andy
Ofiesh and others; Dec 19—Holiday Show, featuring sketches
and songs by The Walsh Bros.; Dec 22, 23 & 26—Ted
Pettingell and special guests.
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seafood platters to healthier options like swordfish to all
varieties of shellfish, if it comes from the sea, Dolphin serves
it up deliciously and fresh off the boat. L, D. $$$
MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER, 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680.
Tue, Wed & Fri–Sun noon–6 p.m., Thu ’til 8 p.m. Free admission. One of the area’s premier showcases for contemporary
art, the List Center reflects MIT’s position as a cutting-edge research institution by presenting works from the world’s leading
contemporary artists. Special exhibits: through Jan 2—
Frances Stark; Emily Wardill: Gamekeepers Without Game;
Melvin Moti: The Prisoner’s Cinema; through Jan 7—Works
from the Weisfeld Collection.
EAST COAST GRILL, 1271 Cambridge St., 617-491-6568.
Spicy barbecue and seafood dominate the menu at Chef Chris
Schlesinger’s eatery, where the cabana-like cocktails and
funky atmosphere prove fine dining can be fun. D, SB. $$$
GRENDEL’S DEN, 89 Winthrop St., 617-491-1160. Since
1971, Grendel’s Den has been a comfortable, down-to-earth
neighborhood eatery and bar, justly earning landmark status
in the Harvard Square community. L, D, BR, LS, C. $
THE MIT MUSEUM, 265 Massachusetts Ave., 617-253-5927.
Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; children, seniors &
students $3; children (under 5) free. Exhibits interpret themes
and ideas related to MIT research and activities. Ongoing exhibits: Holography: The Light Fantastic; Robots and Beyond:
Exploring Artificial Intelligence at MIT; Gestural Engineering:
The Sculpture of Arthur Ganson; Learning Lab: The Cell;
Sampling MIT; The Humorous Side of MIT: Poster Art by
Donald J. Hatfield, 1950–1960; Types We Can Make: A
Selection of Contemporary Swiss Type Design.
HARVEST, 44 Brattle St., 617-868-2255, www.harvestcambridge.com. In keeping with its name, Harvest—located in the
heart of Harvard Square—specializes in dishes that incorporate
only the freshest local ingredients. Chef Mary Dumont adjusts
her expansive menu of classic American cuisine seasonally, taking full advantage of the bounty available from New England
farms and greenhouses. Diners can treat themselves to delicious dishes like roasted buttercup squash and apple soup,
roasted local beet salad and Brandt Farm red wine braised short
ribs, as well as selections from Harvest’s raw bar. Sun–Thu
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. L, D, SB. $$$$
CLUBS AND BARS
THE DRUID, 1357 Cambridge St., 617-497-0965. Daily 11
a.m.–1 a.m. The Druid, a classic Irish pub with a modern
twist, has something for every taste. Housed in Cambridge’s
oldest wooden mercantile building in the heart of Inman
Square, the pub features hearty meals and British soccer
matches on the big screen by day. But on Thu, a live DJ, local
bands and the selection of draft beers bring in a crowd of
stylish 20- and 30-somethings. Wed—Pub Quiz.
ENORMOUS ROOM, 567 Massachusetts Ave., 617-491-5550.
Nightly 5:30 p.m.–1 a.m. Don’t let the name fool you—the
bar’s intimate and relaxed atmosphere will make you feel as
if you invited the DJ or band into your living room. A hip,
young crowd flocks nightly to this Central Square spot to
enjoy the Middle Eastern decor, plush furniture, cutting-edge
music and excellent food and drink selections.
LIZARD LOUNGE, 1667 Massachusetts Ave., 617-547-0759.
Sun–Wed 7:30 p.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. Offering
everything from poetry slams to open-mic comedy, this funky
hangout attracts a mix of young intellectuals and professionals. Live entertainment is featured most nights, and can be
enjoyed from one of the many intimate two-person tables.
Pre- or post-show you can head upstairs to the Cambridge
Common and enjoy a beer and an appetizer. Dec 31 at 8:30
and 11 p.m.—Dwight Ritcher and Nicole Nelson.
REDLINE, 59 JFK St., 617-491-9851. Kitchen: Mon–Sat
5–11 p.m. Bar: Mon–Wed ’til 1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m.
A bustling bar scene is housed within this fashionable
lounge/restaurant, which serves delicious and creative
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HARVEST: Enjoy dining on creative and
seasonal New England cuisine from Chef Mary
Dumont at this acclaimed Harvard Square
eatery. Refer to listing, page 35.
HENRIETTA’S TABLE, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St.,
617-661-5005. Only locally grown and organic produce is
used to create a lively, textured menu of reinterpreted New
England classics. Private dining room available. B, L, D, Sat
& SB. $
INDIA PAVILION, 17 Central Square, 617-547-7463. One of
the best traditional Northern Indian restaurants in the area,
India Pavilion has been a Cambridge staple for more than 25
years. A menu of lamb, chicken and vegetarian specialties is
complemented by a selection of fine Indian wines and beer. L
buffet daily noon–3 p.m.; D daily 3–11 p.m. $
L.A. BURDICK’S, 52-D Brattle St., 617-491-4340. Located in
the center of bustling Harvard Square, this chocolate shop attracts both students and corporate executives with rich pastries like the chocolate mousse cake and fruit tarts, as well as
its rich hot chocolate and assorted beverages. $
OM, 92 Winthrop St., Harvard Square, 617-576-2800. OM delights foodies with its globally influenced modern American
cuisine, while its sleek lounge boasts leather sofas, a hypnotic
water wall and signature cocktails. D, C. $$$
RIALTO, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., 617-661-5050.
One of Greater Boston’s top restaurants, Rialto specializes in
fine wines and delectable Italian cuisine. Chef Jody Adams
showcases her creative talents on a brand-new menu.
Reservations recommended. D. $$$$
cocktails and cuisine. Local and international DJs keep the
energetic and mature crowds shaking their bodies on the
dancefloor well into the night.
DINING
Refer to Dining, page 60, for key to restaurant symbols.
THE ASGARD IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT, 350 Massachusetts
Ave., 617-577-9100, www.classicirish.com. The Asgard was designed in Ireland, with local artists putting the finishing touches
on a truly one-of-a-kind bar. Communal tables and a variety of
cool, comfortable places to sit—along with an extensive menu,
a large craft beer selection, outdoor patio, live music, trivia
nights, DJs and no cover charge—make the Asgard a perfect
spot for a pint and a meal. Mon–Wed 11 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu & Fri
’til 2 a.m., Sat 10 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun ’til 1 a.m. $
BORDER CAFE, 32 Church St., 617-864-6100. Sizzling fajitas,
overstuffed quesadillas and giant margaritas—served in a
bustling, lively and fun atmosphere—are the highlights at this
Tex-Mex hotspot in Harvard Square. L, D, C, LS. $
DANTE, Royal Sonesta, 40 Edwin H. Land Blvd., 617-4974200. Dante de Magistris serves playful, rich fare with
Italian, French and Spanish influences while diners savor
great views of the Charles River and the Boston skyline. B, L,
D, Sat & SB. $$$$
DOLPHIN SEAFOOD, 1105 Massachusetts Ave., 617-6612937. If you’re in the mood for quality seafood, then this longtime neighborhood favorite is not to be missed. From fried
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reservations 617.868.2255
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lunch
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THE CANTAB LOUNGE, 738 Massachusetts Ave., 617-3542685. Mon–Wed 8 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m., Sun
noon–1 a.m. The crowd at The Cantab Lounge is just as diverse as its Central Square location’s residents. The enduring
dive features an eclectic offering of live jazz, soul and rock,
and a large selection of domestic and imported beers. Tue—
Bluegrass Night; Wed—Poetry Slam. Dec 31 at 9 p.m.—The
Fatback Band with The Couper Brothers.
HONG KONG, 1238 Massachusetts Ave., 617-864-5311,
www.hongkongharvard.com. A local favorite for more than five
decades, this Harvard Square fixture serves a full array of classic
Chinese dishes and exotic drinks, including its world-renowned scorpion bowl. Perfect for a meal with friends, including lunch, dinner or
late-night snacks, or for checking out the latest sports action in the bar.
Sun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m.,Thu ’til 2:30 a.m., Fri & Sat ’til 3 a.m. $
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SHERATON COMMANDER RESTAURANT, 16 Garden St.,
Harvard Square, 617-547-4800. New England-style cuisine in
an elegant setting with a casual atmosphere. B, L, D, SB. $$
UPSTAIRS ON THE SQUARE, 91 Winthrop St., 617-864-1933.
Boasting an eclectic decor, this quirky eatery features everything from gourmet pizza to wood-grilled lamb loin. A charming blend of eccentricity and culinary luxury. L, D, C, LS. $$$$
WAGAMAMA, 57 JFK St., 617-499-0930; Faneuil Hall
Marketplace, Quincy Market, Boston, 617-742-9242; The
Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., Boston, 617-778-2344.
This international chain, modeled on the classic Japanese
ramen noodle bar, offers affordable prices, speedy service
and authentic food. L, D. $$
ZOE’S, 1105 Massachusetts Ave., 617-495-0055,
www.zoescambridge.com. Offering a menu of delicious
homemade Greek and American food in a fun atmosphere,
this retro establishment serves breakfast all day, and take-out
and catering are available. A popular destination for the
weekend brunch crowd, Zoe’s is also a great place for dinner,
boasting an affordable selection of beer and wine. For
dessert, try the delicious cheesecake frappe or the famous
frozen hot chocolate. B, L, D, SB. Mon–Wed 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.,
Thu–Sat ’til 10 p.m., Sun 8 a.m.–9 p.m. $
SHOPPING
BLACK INK, 5 Brattle St., 617-497-1221; 101 Charles St.,
Boston, 617-723-3883. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–
6 p.m. Trendy knick-knacks, from silk change purses to sensual candles to sushi-eating accessories, and nostalgic
memorabilia, such as tin lunch boxes, can be found at this
quirky, fun gift shop.
BOUTIQUE FABULOUS, 1309 Cambridge St., 617-864-0656.
Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun ’til 6 p.m.
This Cambridge boutique credits itself as the place where
“fabulous people get their style.” The store is filled with items
that are all hand-picked by owner Mara Anka Kustra, running
the gamut from vintage to new to handmade.
CAMBRIDGESIDE GALLERIA, 100 CambridgeSide Place,
This three-level mall features department stores such as
Sears and Best Buy, as well as more than 100 other stores
and specialty shops, including the largest Gap in Boston, J.
Crew, Old Navy, Borders, Victoria’s Secret and more.
CURIOUS GEORGE GOES TO WORDSWORTH, 1 JFK St.,
Harvard Square, 617-498-0062. Daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m. The
mischievous monkey isn’t the only curious youngster you’ll
find scampering around this Harvard Square bookstore. The
bi-level store boasts more than 25,000 items for encouraging
reading and creativity.
THE GARMENT DISTRICT, 200 Broadway, 617-876-5230.
Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m. A vintage lover’s
paradise, this two-level thrift warehouse sells everything from
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HEIDI MOESINGER
HONG KONG: This popular Chinese eatery
and bar in Harvard Square is famous for its
potent scorpion bowls. Refer to listing,
page 35.
vintage Levi’s to knock-off designer dresses and ’70s go-go
boots. The ambitious (or desperate) can sift through the heaping piles of the downstairs Dollar-A-Pound. The Garment
District also incorporates Boston Costume, an excellent resource for all your costume party needs.
THE HARVARD COOP, 1400 Massachusetts Ave., 617-4992000. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Founded in 1882, The Harvard Cooperative Society—better
known as The Coop—has grown into America’s largest college bookstore. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, The
Coop offers the largest selection of officially licensed Harvard
insignia sportswear, gifts and souvenirs. Explore a vast array
of books, fine art prints, posters, frames, stationery and greeting cards. Custom book orders are available, and the Coop
hosts frequent author events.
TISTIK, 54 Church St., 617-661-0900. Mon–Wed 10:30
a.m.–8 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This
Harvard Square retailer specializes in handmade, unique and
fashionable jewelry, accessories and home decorating products made by artisans in developing countries who work independently or in partnership with socially responsible
organizations that help them improve their living standards
through the sale of their work.
URBAN OUTFITTERS, 11 JFK St., Harvard Square, 617-8640070; 361 Newbury St., Boston, 617-236-0088. Mon–Fri 9
a.m.–10 p.m., Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Where
urban hipsters turn for funky men’s and women’s fashions.
The store also features a wide array of housewares, shoes,
accessories, gifts, books, cards and other bric-a-brac.
*closed for renovations
Museum of African-American History
F10
Museum of Fine Arts
J6
Museum of Science
D9
New England Aquarium
F12
New England Conservatory of Music
I7
New Old South Church
H8
North Station
D10
Northeastern University
J6
Old City Hall
F11
Old Corner Bookstore
F11
Old North Church
D12
Old South Meeting House
F11
Old State House
F11
The Opera House
G10
Park Street Church
F11
Park Street Station
F11
Paul Revere House
E12
Paul Revere Mall
E12
Post Office Square
F12
Prudential Center
H8
The Public Garden (Swan Boats)
G9
Quincy Market
F12
Robert Gould Shaw Memorial
F10
Rose Kennedy Greenway
E11–E12
Rowes Wharf
F12
Shubert Theatre
H10
Sightseeing boats
F12
Simmons College
J5
South Station Information Center
G12
State House
F10
Suffolk University
F10
Symphony Hall
I7
Tip O’Neill Building
D11
Transportation Building
G10
Trinity Church
H9
USS Constitution (Charlestown map)
C12
USS Constitution Museum
(Charlestown map)
C12
Water Transportation Terminal
G12
Wheelock College
I4
Wilbur Theatre
G10
World Trade Center
G14
CAMBRIDGE MAP
Cambridge City Hall
CambridgeSide Galleria
Harvard Art Museum-Sackler
Harvard Museum of Natural History
Harvard Square
Harvard University
MIT
D5
D8
B3
B3
C2
B2
F6
HEALTHCARE
Beth Israel Deaconess Med. Ctr.
Boston Medical Center
Brigham & Women’s Hosp.
Children’s Hospital
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Harvard School of Public Health
Joslin Diabetes Center
Longwood Medical area
Mass. Eye & Ear Infirmary
Mass. General Hospital
Tufts Medical Ctr.
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosp.
J4
J9
J5
J4
J4
J5
I4
J4
E9
E9
H10
D10
BOSTON LODGING
Ames Hotel
The Back Bay Hotel
Best Western Boston
Best Western Roundhouse Suites
F11
H9
I4
J9
Boston Harbor Hotel
Boston Marriott/Copley Place
Boston Marriott/Long Wharf
Boston Park Plaza
The Bulfinch Hotel
Charlesmark Hotel
Club Quarters
The Colonnade
Copley Square Hotel
Doubletree Club Hotel Boston Downtown
Doubletree Guest Suites
Eliot Suite Hotel
The Fairmont Battery Wharf
The Fairmont Copley Plaza
XV Beacon
Four Seasons Hotel
Hampton Inn, Crosstown Center
The Harborside Inn
Hilton Boston Back Bay
Hilton Boston/Financial District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Holiday Inn/Brookline
Holiday Inn Select/Government Center
Holiday Inn/Somerville
Hotel Buckminster
Hotel Commonwealth
Howard Johnson Lodge
Hyatt Regency Boston, Financial District
InterContinental Boston Hotel
John Hancock Conference Center
Langham Hotel, Boston
Liberty Hotel
Lenox Hotel
Mandarin Oriental Boston
Marriott Courtyard
Marriott’s Custom House
The Midtown Hotel
Millennium Bostonian Hotel
Milner Hotel
NINE ZERO Hotel
Omni Parker House
Onyx Hotel
Radisson Hotel
Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott on Tudor Wharf
Ritz Carlton Boston Common
Seaport Hotel
Sheraton Boston
Taj Boston
Tremont House
W Hotel Boston
Westin Hotel/Copley Plaza
Westin Waterfront Hotel
CAMBRIDGE LODGING
Charles Hotel
Hampton Inn/Cambridge
Harvard Square Hotel
Hotel Marlowe
Hyatt Regency/Cambridge
Inn at Harvard
Marriott/Cambridge Center
Radisson Hotel/Cambridge
Residence Inn by Marriott/Cambridge
Royal Sonesta
Sheraton Commander
F12
H8
F12
G9
D10
H8
F11
H8
H8
G11
E2
H6
D12
H8
F10
G10
J9
F12
H7
F12
E11
I2
E10
B7
H5
H5
I5
G11
G12
H9
F12
E10
H8
H7
H10
F12
I7
E11
H10
F11
F11
E11
H9
G12
C11
G10
G14
H7
G9
H10
G10
H8
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ZEPHYR ON THE CHARLES, Hyatt Regency Cambridge, 575
Memorial Drive, 617-441-6510. This restaurant serves a traditional menu of appetizers and entrees—including jumbo
lump blue crab cakes and Maine lobster—bursting with flavor
and flair. B, L, D, C. $$
POINTS OF INTEREST
African Meeting House
F10
Arlington Street Church
G9
Back Bay Station
H8
Bank of America Pavilion
H14
TD Garden
D11
Berklee College of Music
H7
Berklee Performance Center
H7
Black Falcon Cruise Port
I15
Black Heritage Trail
F10
Boston Center for the Arts
I9
Boston City Hall
F11
Boston Common
G10
Boston Convention & Exhibition Ctr.
I13
Boston Design Center
I15
Boston Massacre Site
F11
Boston Public Library
H8
*Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum
G12
Boston University
H4
Bunker Hill Monument (Charlestown map) B11
Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map)
B11
Central Burying Ground
G10
Charles Playhouse
H10
Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C12
Cheers Bar
G9
Children’s Museum
G12
Christian Science Center
I7
Christopher Columbus Park
F12
Citgo Sign
H5
Citi Performing Arts Center
H10
Colonial Theatre
G10
Conference Center at Harvard Medical
J2
Copley Place
H8
Copley Square
H8
Copp’s Hill Burying Ground
D12
Custom House Tower
F12
Cutler Majestic Theatre
G10
Downtown Crossing
G11
Emerald Necklace
J1–J11
Emerson College
G10
Emmanuel College
J4
Exchange Conference Ctr.
G14
Faneuil Hall
F11
Fenway Park
H5
Freedom Trail - - - - F10
Government Center
F11
Granary Burial Ground
F11
Harvard Stadium
D1
Hatch Memorial Shell
F9
Haymarket (Open-air market)
E11
Horticultural Hall
I7
Huntington Theatre Co./BU Theatre
J7
Hynes Convention Center
H7
Information Centers:
Boston Common
F10
Prudential Center
H8
National Park Service
F11
Logan Airport (Terminals A & E)
E16, F16
Institute of Contemporary Art
G13
International Place
F12
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
J5
JFK Federal Building
E11
John Hancock Tower
H9
Jordan Hall
I7
Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center
J8
Joseph Moakley Courthouse
G13
Kenmore Square
H5
Kings Chapel & Burial Gr.
F11
Lansdowne Street
H5
Louisburg Square
F9
Mass. College of Art
J5
B1
C8
C2
C8
G4
C3
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Nothing brings a family together like a
traditional, Italian dinner. Since 1931,
generations of families, locals, and tourists
have come here to celebrate the important
moments in life: a birthday, christening,
communion, graduation, new job, rehearsal dinner, anniversary or retirement
party. For lunch or for dinner, Cantina
Italiana makes people feel right at home.
SINCE 1931
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum displays
the collection of the wealthy philanthropist
in a beautiful building complete with a
garden courtyard. Classical music lovers
can take abundant delight in the numerous
performing ensembles housed in the Fens,
including The Boston Conservatory, New
England Conservatory, and most prominently,
The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its
home performance venue, Symphony Hall.
ATTRACTIONS:
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• Museum of Fine Arts
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his neighborhood is best known for
Fenway Park, home to our beloved
Boston Red Sox, but its name actually
comes from the Fens, the green parkland
that winds its way through the area and
makes up part of the famed Emerald
Necklace. Nightclub dwellers should check
out Lansdowne Street for dancing, sports
bars and even a bowling alley, while
Kenmore Square, famous for the Citgo sign,
has become a bustling dining destination.
While the roar of the crowd at Red Sox
games and the hubbub at nearby restaurants
and bars grows louder each year, it doesn’t
overshadow The Fenway’s status as a cultural
mecca within Boston. The world-renowned
Museum of Fine Arts resides on Huntington
Avenue, and is the city’s premier destination
for viewing works of art from some of the
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AROUND THE HUB
SIGHTSEEING
BOSTON PUBLIC GARDEN, bordered by Arlington, Charles,
Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk.
Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first
public botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic
and diverse greenery, as well as sculptures, including one
that commemorates the popular children’s book Make Way
for Ducklings. Other fixtures include the Lagoon—home to
the famed Swan Boats from April through September—
and the world’s smallest suspension bridge.
BOSTON UPPER DECK TROLLEY TOURS:
This unique tour operator offers visitors a bird’s eye
view of all the most famous sites in the city. Refer
ICE SKATING
FROG POND ICE SKATING RINK, Boston Common, 617-6352120. Mon 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Tue–Thu & Sun ’til 9 p.m., Fri &
Sat ’til 10 p.m. Fees: $4; children (under 13) free; rental
skates $8; lockers $1. Seasonal passes available. Ice skating
on Boston Common’s Frog Pond has become a staple of wintertime in Boston. The heated skate house offers hot chocolate, snacks and music.
LARZ ANDERSON SKATING RINK, 23 Newton St., Brookline,
617-739-7518. Tue & Thu 10 a.m.–noon, Fri 7:45–9:45 p.m.,
Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Fees: $7; children $4; rental skates
$5; skate sharpening $6. Named one of the most romantic
destinations in the Hub by Boston magazine, Larz Anderson
Park was the former residence of the Anderson family and is
now a 64-acre public park that is home to the Auto Museum,
several themed gardens and historical artifacts. The skating
pavilion sits atop a wooded hill in the middle of what was
once an Italian garden designed by Charles A. Platt in 1901.
SIGHTS OF INTEREST
ARNOLD ARBORETUM, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617524-1718. Grounds open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
Free admission. Visitor Center open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.,
Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. This 265-acre tree
sanctuary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Frederick
Law Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National Historic
Landmark, the arboretum and its gardens contain more than
7,000 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers for your perusal.
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BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley
Square, 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri &
Sat ’til 5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art &
Architecture tours Mon at 2:30 p.m., Tue & Thu at 6 p.m.,
Fri & Sat at 11 a.m., Sun at 2 p.m. The first publicly
supported municipal library in the world hosts one million
visitors a year, who come to view this architectural
masterpiece and its collection of more than five million
books. Film festivals, exhibits and children’s programs
run throughout the year. Special exhibits: Greetings from
Boston: Vintage Postcards Exhibit; The Public Life of
Poetry: Whitman, Dickinson, Longfellow and their
Contemporaries.
walk under the towers and read the dramatic stories of the
victims and heroes of this tremendous human tragedy.
OTIS HOUSE MUSEUM, 141 Cambridge St., 617-994-5920.
Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m., tours every half hour.
Admission: $8; seniors $7; students & children (5–18) $4;
children (under 5), Historic New England members and
Boston residents free; $24 maximum per family. Built in 1796
for Harrison Gray Otis and his wife, this grand mansion is an
example of high-style Federal elegance. Tours offer insight
into the social, business and family life of the post-Revolution
American elite.
THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY AT THE PRUDENTIAL
CENTER, 800 Boylston St., Prudential Tower, 50th floor, 617859-0648. Daily 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Skywalk kiosk closes at 6
p.m. Admission (including a headset audio tour of points of
interest): $12; seniors & students (with college ID) $10; children (under 12) $8. Observatory may be closed due to
weather conditions, please call ahead. The Skywalk is New
England’s premier observatory, offering spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of Boston and its most famous sites.
This unique experience is a must for all Boston visitors, and
boasts an audio tour, multi-media theater, the Dreams of
Freedom Immigration Museum and much more.
TRINITY CHURCH, 206 Clarendon St., Copley Square, 617536-0944. Sun 7 a.m.–7 p.m., Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–5 p.m.,
Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Worship services: Sun 7:45, 9 and
11:15 a.m., 6 p.m.; Thu 12:10 p.m. Tours available for $6;
seniors & students (with ID) $4; children (under 16) free
with an adult. Guided tours and self-guided visits: Mon–
Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–6 p.m. Built in 1877, this house of
worship is a combination of Victorian, Gothic and French
Romanesque styles and one of the great masterpieces of
American church architecture.
TOURS AND TRAILS
ANTIQUE LIMOUSINE, 617-309-6414. www.bostontoursantiquelimo.com. Tours by appointment only. Enjoy historic
Freedom Trail tours in a 1939 Cadillac seven-passenger
limousine, just like the Godfather’s car. Get close to the
sights where the trolleys and duck tours can’t. The drivers
dress, speak and act the part. Just don’t mess with them or
you might be riding in the trunk. They’ll make you an offer
you can’t refuse. Ask about their specials. Call to schedule a
pick up.
BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL, 46 Joy St., 617-725-0022. Free
tours by appointment only. Call at least 24 hours in advance
for reservations. Visit www.afroammuseum.org for site
descriptions. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon
Hill, including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the
African Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house
built by an African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis
and Harriet Hayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are
available at the Museum of African-American History.
BOSTON CHOCOLATE WALKING TOURS, various Boston
and Cambridge neighborhoods, 617-955-2228. Visit
CUSTOM HOUSE TOWER, 3 McKinley Square, 617-310-6300.
Observation deck tours daily, except Fridays, at 2 p.m.;
tickets: $3. Tours may be cancelled due to weather conditions, call ahead. Boston’s first skyscraper, the Custom
House, stands high over Boston Harbor as one of the city’s
most impressive landmarks. Crowned by its distinctive clock
tower and restored with modern luxuries, the building (operated by the Marriott Corporation) epitomizes the preservation
of Boston’s historic architecture.
around the hub: S I G H T S E E I N G
BOSTON ATHENAEUM, 101⁄2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270.
Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Art & Architecture tours: Tue & Thu at
3 p.m. Reservations required. One of the oldest and most
distinguished private libraries in the United States, the
Athenaeum was founded in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallenged center of intellectual life in
Boston, and by 1851 it had become one of the five largest
libraries in the country. Special exhibit: through Jan 8—
Five By Five: Paintings from the Collection.
THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST, 210 Massachusetts Ave., 617-450-2000. Free tours of The Mother Church
Tue noon–4 p.m., Wed 1–4 p.m., Thu–Sat noon–5 p.m. and
Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m., every half hour. Services: Sun at 10
a.m. and 5 p.m. The original Mother Church built in 1894 is at
the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on 14 acres
in the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made from
New Hampshire granite with stained glass windows illustrating Biblical events.
FOREST HILLS CEMETERY, 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica
Plain, 617-524-0128. Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created
in 1848, this cemetery serves as the final resting place of
Eugene O’Neill, Anne Sexton, E.E. Cummings, William Lloyd
Garrison and former Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis. The 275
acres of twisting paths also contain sculptural treasures, an
arboretum, a “library” of life stories and an open-air museum.
NEW ENGLAND HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL, Carmen Park,
Congress Street near Faneuil Hall, 617-457-8755. Tours
available upon request. This haunting memorial features six
luminous glass towers etched with the six million prisoner
numbers of those who perished in the Holocaust. Visitors can
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HISTORIC PUB CRAWL, BosTix Booth, Faneuil Hall, 617-3578300. Reservations required. Dec 14, 21 & 28, Jan 4 at 5:30
p.m. Tickets: $45. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s 18th-century costumed guide takes you on a tour of Boston’s historic
pubs where treasonous events were hatched more than 250
years ago. Enjoy plenty of beer and light fare along the way.
THE KENNEDY TOUR OF BOSTON, departing from Boston
Common, www.kennedytour.com. Wed–Fri at 11:30 a.m.
Tickets: $12; seniors & students $10. Visit the Boston sites
and landmarks that played a significant role in John F.
Kennedy’s rise to political power. The walking tour visits spots
like the Omni Parker House, where JFK announced his bid for
Congress and proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier; the JFK statue
on the State House lawn; and JFK’s Senate headquarters on
Kilby Street, among others.
BOSTON DUCK TOURS, Prudential Center and Museum of
Science, www.bostonducktours.com. Through Dec 26: Sat &
Sun from 9 a.m. ’til one hour before sunset. Tickets: $31;
seniors, students & military $27; children (3–11) $21; (under
3) $6. Group discounts available. Experience the city in an
amazing vehicle that rides on land and water. The 80-minute
tour visits most of Boston’s famous sights. And just when you
think you’ve seen it all, your Duck splashes into the Charles
River for a spectacular water view.
BOSTON GLIDERS SEGWAY TOURS, 75 Commercial St.,
866-611-9838. Tours: daily at noon and 3 p.m. Tickets: $60.
Reservations required. Tour the city of Boston in a whole
new way aboard that one-man, upright motorized vehicle,
the Segway. Tour guides (or “Adventure Captains”) lead
participants on a one-hour tour of popular Boston neighborhoods like the North End and the Seaport District, taking in
sights like the Rose Kennedy Greenway and the picturesque
Harborwalk.
BOSTON IRISH HERITAGE TRAIL, various sites Downtown
and in the Back Bay, 617-696-9880. Maps available at
Boston Common and Prudential Center Visitor Information
Centers. www.irishheritagetrail.com. This self-guided, threemile walking tour covers 300 years of history, taking you
through Boston’s downtown, North End, Beacon Hill and Back
Bay neighborhoods. Learn about famous politicians, artists
and war heroes, and the Boston Irish’s rich tradition of
rebellion, leadership and triumph.
BOSTON MOVIE TOURS, 866-MOVIE-45. Visit www.bostonmovietours.net for current tour schedule. Experience the city
of Boston the way Tinseltown has through such films as A
Civil Action, Good Will Hunting, Mystic River, The Departed
and others. Both the 90-minute Boston Movie Mile Walking
Tour and the 150-minute Theater-on-Wheels Tour—aboard a
bus outfitted with video monitors playing movie clips, touring
the city in climate-controlled comfort—take movie buffs to
filming locations in Boston and Cambridge, sharing trivia
about Hollywood in the Hub.
BOSTON UPPER DECK TROLLEY TOURS, 617-742-1440.
Tours depart daily from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. on the half hour;
schedule is subject to change, visit www.bostonupperdeck
trolleytours.com or call ahead for availability. Tickets can be
purchased aboard trolleys or at various locations throughout
the city. Tickets: $36; military, seniors & students $32;
children (3–11) $18; children (under 3) free. Boston’s newest
upper deck “Green” and eco-conscious trolley fleet provides
superior views as you tour Boston’s historic sights in comfort.
This 2.5 hour loop covers more than 100 points of interest,
including Fenway Park, the North End, the USS Constitution,
Back Bay and the Theatre District. As a bonus, connect with
Super Tours’ Cambridge loop, which takes visitors to Harvard
Square and Cambridge’s historic universities. All of this, plus a
free second day on the trolley makes this comprehensive tour
one of Boston’s very best values for visitors.
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NORTH END MARKET TOUR, 64 Cross St., take the “T” to
Haymarket, 617-523-6032. Three-hour tours: Wed & Sat at
10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Fri at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations
required. Custom tours for groups available. Tickets: $50.
Michele Topor, an authority on Italian cuisine and culture,
hosts walking tours through one of the nation’s oldest ItalianAmerican communities.
PH OTO B Y
SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: The
Boston Beer Company’s original brewery in
Jamaica Plain offers visitors an inside look at the
brewing process, along with samples of some of
America’s finest brews. Refer to listing, page 55.
OLD BOSTON TOURS, 831-241-2626. Visit www.oldboston
tours.com for a complete tour schedule. Reservations required.
Learn about Boston while seeing sights both famous and obscure as you walk one of Old Boston Tours’ offerings, including
the “Secret” Tour of the North End, the Old Boston Pub Crawl
and the Power of Women Tour, focused on Boston’s remarkable
ladies. Tours are led by talented local historians and reveal
more than you ever knew about the history of the Hub.
OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF BOSTON, 617-269-7010.
Tours depart daily every 20 minutes from 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tickets: $38; seniors & students $35; children (3–12) $15;
children (under 3) free. With 16 stops throughout the city, including the New England Aquarium, Fenway Park, USS Constitution Museum and the Trolley Stop Store at South Charles and
Boylston streets, patrons can enjoy a 110-minute, fully narrated sightseeing tour of more than 100 points of interest
aboard the orange-and-green, all-weather trolley.
SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: DRINK IN A LITTLE
HISTORY, 30 Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-368-5080.
Tours begin approximately every 45 minutes, Mon–Thu & Sat
10 a.m.–3 p.m., Fri ’til 5:30 p.m. One-hour tours include
samples (ID required). Tickets: $2 donation to a local charity.
Call for special events and closings. Learn about the art of
brewing beer and taste rich malts and spicy hops on this tour
of the original Samuel Adams brewery.
SUPER DUCK TOURS, departing from Charlestown Navy Yard,
877-34-DUCKS, www.superducktours.com. Through Dec 31:
daily 9 a.m.–4 p.m. on the hour; schedule is subject to
change. (No tours Dec 25.) Tickets: $35; seniors & students
$31; children (3–11) $23; children (under 3) $12. This 90minute tour departs from Charlestown Navy Yard, and offers a
free shuttle to and from the New England Aquarium area.
Boston’s newest amphibious tour takes visitors on a historical
narrated waterfront journey through the streets of Boston,
CITY VIEW TROLLEY TOURS, of the Freedom Trail and historic
Boston, departing every 20–30 minutes from the Boston
Common Visitor Center, New England Aquarium, South Station,
North Station, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and other locations,
617-363-7899. Mon–Sun 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $34;
seniors & students $32; children (4–12) $12. Save up to $6
per ticket when you buy online at www.cityviewtrolleys.com.
This year-round trolley company offers Hop On & Off privileges
at the most scenic and historic locations, including the New
England Aquarium and sites along the Freedom Trail, Faneuil
Hall and Quincy Market, the North End, Beacon Hill, the historic
waterfront, the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill and many more.
www.bostonchocolatewalkingtours.com for departure points.
Tours: $40. Chocoholics can see the city in a mouth-watering
new way when they embark on one of these tours spotlighting the top chocolate shops, bakeries and cafes the area has
to offer. Tours include samples of delicious chocolate treats,
and are sure to delight anyone with a sweeet tooth. Back
Bay: Sun at 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.; South End: Sat at
12:15 and 3:15 p.m.; Central Square (Cambridge): Thu & Fri
at 5:45 p.m.
FENWAY PARK TOURS, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours
leave daily, every hour on the hour, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (No tours
Dec 24–26, Jan 1.) Tickets: $12; seniors $11; children
(3–15) & military personnel $10. Tours originate at the
Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across from Service
Gate D, rain or shine. This tour offers an inside look at
America’s oldest active Major League ballpark, including a
visit to the top of the famed “Green Monster” and stories
from Boston Red Sox history.
THE FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATION’S FREEDOM TRAIL
PLAYERS, 617-357-8300. Tours depart from the Visitor
Center on Boston Common daily at 11 a.m., noon, 1 and 3:30
p.m. Tickets: $13; seniors $11; children (12 and under) $7.
Call for private tours. Explore the Freedom Trail with costumed actors portraying famous patriots such as James Otis,
Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90-minute tour.
Stops include the Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre
Site, the Old State House and Faneuil Hall. Private tours may
be tailored to individual needs and interests.
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which suddenly becomes a nautical adventure when the bus
becomes a boat and plunges boldly into Boston Harbor.
scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. With
campgrounds, fishing, hiking and mountain biking among the
activities, Blue Hills is a popular destination year-round. The 22
hills provide scenic views and more than 125 miles of trails for
any outdoor enthusiast, and the reservation also offers a number of fun winter activities including ice-skating, cross-country
skiing and downhill skiing on the 635-foot-high Great Blue Hill.
FRANKLIN PARK ZOO, One Franklin Park Road, Franklin Park,
617-541-LION. Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors
$11; children (2–12) $8; military personnel with ID $7; $8 for
all from 10 a.m.–noon the first Sat of each month. Home to
more than 210 species, many of them endangered. Roam the
Australian Outback Trail with kangaroos, visit the gorillas in
the Tropical Forest, marvel at the lion and tigers at Kalahari
Kingdom and see zebras, ostriches and wildebeests at
Serengeti Crossing.
NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, Central Wharf, 617-973-5200.
Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission:
$21.95; seniors (60+) $19.95; children (3–11) $13.95; children
(under 3) free. Refer to Current Events section under Film for
IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices available.
Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of water, this
outstanding aquatic zoo features a 187,000-gallon Giant Ocean
Tank containing a Caribbean coral reef with sharks, sea turtles,
moray eels and other aquatic life; a popular penguin habitat;
Northern fur seals in the Marine Mammal Center; and the
Simons 3D IMAX Theater. Special event: Dec 17, 24 & 31 at
9:30 a.m.—Aqua Kids Family Day, featuring storytelling, art activities and live animal demonstrations for families.
STONE ZOO, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. Daily 10
a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $11; seniors $9; children (2–12) $7;
military personnel with ID $5.50; $7 for all from 10 a.m.–noon
the first Sat of each month. Highlights include Mexican gray
wolves, meerkats, snow leopards, jaguars, reindeer, river otters,
llamas, black bears and white-cheeked gibbons. Special event:
Daily 5–9 p.m. through Jan 2—Zoolights, a nighttime holiday
lights exhibit and winter wonderland featuring Santa’s castle,
family games and activities and more, tickets: Mon–Thu $5,
children (under 2) free; Fri–Sun $6, children (under 2) free.
BEYOND BOSTON
5W!TS, Patriot Place, North Marketplace, Two Patriot Place,
Foxboro, 508-698-1600. Sun noon–7 p.m., Mon–Thu 11
a.m.–8 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. Tickets: $18; children (12 and
under) $14. Combining the appeals of theme parks, museums
and haunted houses, 5W!ts provides visitors with action-packed
interactive game-play and puzzle-solving activities. Espionage,
the brand-new attraction at Patriot Place, turns players into
secret agents whose mission involves cracking safes, hacking
computers and dodging lasers.
NASHOBA VALLEY SKI AREA, 79 Powers Rd., Westford, 978692-3033. Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat & Sun 8:30 a.m.–10
p.m. Lift tickets: $20–46. Group rates (15+) available.
Nashoba Valley Ski Area offers skiing and snowboarding as
well as New England’s largest snow-tubing park. There are
more than 15 ski trails, varying in levels from beginner to advanced, with both private and group lessons available for
skiers at any level. Those looking to snowboard can take advantage of Nashoba Valley’s extensive terrain park which includes rails, boxes and a feature jump. For something a little
different, visitors can head to the 15-lane snow-tubing park,
which provides fun for all ages. An on-site restaurant and a
Marriott hotel located just two miles away offer a chance to
relax and rejuvenate between activities.
of life in 18th-century New England at this living museum located in central Massachusetts.
Refer to listing, below.
PROVINCETOWN. Located on the tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown
marches to its own beat. This New England fishing village and
prominent art colony is home to a thriving gay community, and
is also where playwright Eugene O’Neill penned some of his
best work and Thoreau completed his walk around the Cape.
Provincetown boasts miles of beaches, a charming and eclectic
shopping district, trails for hiking and biking and whale watches
for those looking to escape the busy city.
Dec 26: Wed–Sun 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $20; seniors
$18; children (3–17) $7; (under 3) free. Take a trip back in
time at this recreation of an early 19th-century New England
village where costumed educators give visitors a glimpse of
life in America’s early days. Visit a tin shop, a cider mill and a
blacksmith, ride the old-fashioned yellow stagecoach and
tour restorations of period New England homes while marveling at authentic remnants from a long-gone age.
SALEM. This North Shore town will always be known for the
Salem Witch Trials of 1692, but Salem also boasts a bustling
wharf with many bars and restaurants, and is regarded as an
up-and-coming enclave for the young and trendy. Fans of
spooky stuff can visit the New England Pirate Museum to see
what life was like when Blackbeard roamed the high seas, or
tiptoe through the Salem Witch Museum or Witch Dungeon
Museum. On Halloween, the city transforms into one giant
party for ghosts and ghouls, but 365 days a year, Salem is a
charming place to enjoy and explore.
PH OTO B Y
THOMAS NEILL
OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE: Get a glimpse
YANKEE CANDLE FACTORY, 5 North St., South Deerfield,
877- 636-7707. Tue–Thu 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri–Mon ’til 8 p.m.
Call for additional information. The Yankee Candle Factory is
one part of a larger complex devoted to the company. It also
includes a museum, a candle store and the Bavarian
Christmas Village. Visitors are able to dip their own creations
at this one-of-a-kind must-see for fans of the popular
scented candles.
DESTINATIONS
MINUTE MAN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, Concord and
Lexington (North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty St.,
Concord), 978-369-6993. Park grounds open sunrise to sunset.
Created in 1959 to preserve the sites associated with the
opening battles of the American Revolution, Minute Man Park
consists of more than 900 acres of land along original segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, including
Lexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge. The park also
preserves The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary
greats Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott.
THE BERKSHIRES. These mountains located roughly three
hours west of Boston are Massachusetts’ answer to New
York’s Catskills. Part of the Appalachian Trail, the Berkshires
are considered a top cultural resort location, home to numerous antique shops, art galleries, spas, spots for boating, scenic biking, skiing and hiking, as well as Tanglewood, the
Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home and a venue for
jazz and popular concerts.
OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road,
BLUE HILLS RESERVATION, Reservation Headquarters, 695
Hillside St., Milton, 617-698-1802. Covering more than 7,000
acres in the suburbs of Boston, Blue Hills Reservation offers a
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within a couple hours’ drive from Boston. Kittery is a mecca
for bargain-hunters, boasting 100+ outlet stores ranging from
Black & Decker to J Crew. The seaside community of
Portland, known for its artsy boutiques, is also home to a
burgeoning nightlife scene and the Red Sox AA affiliate, the
Portland Sea Dogs. And Maine’s coastal communities are
renowned for their abundance of fresh lobster and beautiful
beaches, including Kennebunk Beach and Ogunquit Beach.
WACHUSETT MOUNTAIN, 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton, 978464-2300. Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat & Sun 8 a.m.–10
p.m. Lift tickets: $38–56. Group rates (15+) available.
Reaching 2,006 feet above sea level, Wachusett Mountain is
the highest peak in Massachusetts east of the Connecticut
River. The mountain offers skiing and snowboarding on its
more than 100 acres and provides lessons for anyone from
beginners to aspiring racers, as well as a half-pipe, Polar
Kid’s Playground and dining options such as The Black
Diamond restaurant and The Coppertop Lounge. If you don’t
have a car, you can now get to Wachusett by taking the commuter rail “Ski Train,” providing transportation from North
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PH OTO B Y
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OLD STATE HOUSE: The former seat of the
colonial government in Massachusetts was the
site of the first reading of the Declaration of
Independence in Boston. Refer to listing, page 59.
The Freedom Trail begins at the Boston
Common Information Kiosk, where you can
obtain a guide map, rent a self-guided audio
tour or take a walking tour (in season) with an
18th-century costumed guide. (Ticket sales of
Freedom Trail Foundation tours help preserve
the historic sites.) Boston National Historical
Park (National Park Service) tours begin at
State and Devonshire streets. Please call
617-357-8300 or visit TheFreedomTrail.org for
additional information.
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BOSTON COMMON. Set aside in 1634
as a military training field and grazing
pasture, the Common is the oldest public park in America. The park served as
quarters for British as well as Colonial
troops, and later housed Civil War regiments. The British Army set out for the
start of the Revolutionary War from
what is now Park Square.
THE STATE HOUSE. Beacon Street, top
of Beacon Hill facing Boston Common,
617-727-3676. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–4
p.m., except holidays. Advance registration is required for guided tours. The famous golden dome of the State House
marks the government seat of the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Samuel Adams laid the cornerstone, and
the building stands on land acquired
PA N O R A M A
OLD GRANARY BURYING GROUND.
Tremont Street next to Park Street
Church, 617-635-4505. Open
Tue–Sat 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. This
historic cemetery, adjacent to the
former town granary, is the final
resting place of John Hancock,
Paul Revere, Robert Treat Paine,
Samuel Adams, Peter Faneuil and the
victims of the Boston Massacre, as
well as Elizabeth Goose, believed to be the legendary
“Mother Goose.”
KING’S CHAPEL AND BURYING
GROUND. Tremont and School
streets, 617-227-2155. Chapel open
Mon, Thu, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Services: Sun at 9:45 and 11 a.m.,
Wed at 12:15 p.m. Burying Grounds
open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Still an
active house of worship, King’s
Chapel was established in 1687 as
the first Anglican congregation in Boston. The second chapel,
built in 1754, became the first Unitarian church in America
after the Revolution.
SITE OF THE FIRST PUBLIC SCHOOL
AND BEN FRANKLIN’S STATUE. On
School Street, marked by a column and
commemorative plaque. On April 13,
1635, the town voted to establish the
first public school in the country. Nearby
is Benjamin Franklin’s statue, built in
1856, the first portrait statue erected in
the United States.
SITE OF THE OLD CORNER
BOOKSTORE. School and Washington
streets. Constructed as an apothecary in
1718, the ground floor was later a
bookstore and literary center of Boston
and a meeting place for notables like
Emerson, Hawthorne and Thoreau.
OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE. 310
Washington St., 617-482-6439. Daily
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; seniors
& students $5; children (6–18) $1; children (under 6) free. This building
housed many town meetings, the most
famous of which saw an outraged
Samuel Adams signal the start of the
Boston Tea Party.
BOSTON MASSACRE SITE. State Street
in front of the Old State House. At the
next intersection below the State House,
a ring of cobblestones marks the site of
the clash between a jeering Boston
crowd and a British guard of nine
soldiers on March 5, 1770.
FANEUIL HALL. Merchants Row and
Faneuil Hall Square, 617-242-5689.
Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Historical talks
given every half hour from 9:30 a.m.–
4:30 p.m., when hall is not in use. “The
Cradle of Liberty” combines a marketplace on the first floor with the town
meeting hall upstairs, the site of fiery
revolutionary debate.
PAUL REVERE HOUSE. 19 North Square,
North Street, 617-523-2338. Daily 9:30
a.m.– 4:15 p.m. Admission: $3.50;
seniors & students $3; children (5–17)
$1. The oldest home in Boston (built c.
1680), occupied by silversmith and
patriot Paul Revere from 1770 to 1800.
OLD NORTH CHURCH. 193 Salem St., 617523-6676. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Beginning
Jan 1: ’til 4 p.m. Services: Sun at 9 and 11
a.m., Thu at 6 p.m. Known as Christ Church
and erected in 1723, this is Boston’s oldest
standing church. Two lanterns were hung here
on April 18, 1775, signaling the Redcoats’
departure by sea for Lexington and Concord.
COPP’S HILL BURYING GROUND. Hull
Street. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Set out in
1660, Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second
cemetery. Many remarkable people are
interred here, including the Mather family of ministers and Edmund Hartt,
builder of the USS Constitution.
BUNKER HILL MONUMENT. Breed’s Hill,
Charlestown, 617-242-5641. Daily 9
a.m.–5 p.m., last climb at 4:30 p.m. The
site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775.
USS CONSTITUTION. Charlestown Navy
Yard, Charlestown, 617-242-5670.
Thu–Sun 10 a.m.–3:50 p.m. Tours every
half-hour. This 44-gun frigate is the
world’s oldest commissioned warship,
christened “Old Ironsides” during the War
of 1812 when the cannonballs of a British
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PARK STREET CHURCH. Corner of
Park and Tremont streets, 617-5233383. Sunday services at 8:30 and
11 a.m., 4 and 6:30 p.m. Morning
services are traditional, evening
services are contemporary. Built in
1809, this church was described by
Henry James as “the most interesting mass of brick and mortar in
America.”
OLD STATE HOUSE. Corner of Washington
and State streets, 617-720-1713. Daily 9
a.m.–5 p.m. Beginning Jan 2: ’til 4 p.m.
Admission: $7.50; seniors & students $6; children (6–18) $3; children (under 6) free. Built in
1713, this seat of Colonial government was
the center of activity for such patriots as John
Hancock and Samuel and John Adams. It was
from the east balcony that the Declaration
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RESTAURANTS
hand-selected, prime-aged cuts of beef, fresh fish and
poultry, as well as an extensive wine selection. The sophisticated mahogany and brass-accented decor creates a
comfortable environment perfect for entertaining. L, D, C,
LS. $$$$
BACK BAY SOCIAL CLUB, 867 Boylston St., 617-2473200. Inspired by a time when social clubs served as focal
points for cocktails, conversation and community, Back
Bay Social Club beckons those who crave delicious food, a
laid back vibe and good company. B, L, D, C, LS. $$
BISTRO DU MIDI, 272 Boylston St., 617-426-7878,
www.bistrodumidi.com. Bistro du Midi showcases
authentic cuisine from southern France in a welcoming,
warm and beautiful setting overlooking the Public Garden.
Executive Chef Robert Sisca presents modern creations
boasting the freshest ingredients, bringing the simple,
clean and bold flavors of Provence to Boston. D Sun–Wed
5–10 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sat & SB 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Bar: Sun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m.
$$$$
PH OTO B Y
around the hub: R E S TA U R A N T S
SKIPJACK’S SEAFOOD EMPORIUM: Enjoy
the freshest seafood from around the world—from
swordfish and oysters to fried clams and sushi—at
this Back Bay eatery. Refer to listing, page 62.
ALLSTON/BRIGHTON
BIG CITY PIZZA KITCHEN & POOL HALL, 138 Brighton Ave.,
Allston, 617-782-2020. Big City boasts 15 pool tables, 4 foosball tables, 80 beer taps and outrageous thin crust pizzas that
always keep customers coming back. L, D, LS, Sat & SB. $
*DEVLIN’S, 332 Washington St., Brighton, 617-779-8822.
This upscale pub serves flavorful cuisine that unites tradition
and innovation, including delicious pasta, fish, steak and
pizza. L, D, BR, LS. $$
*PORTER BELLY’S, 338 Washington St., Brighton, 617-2543300. This Irish pub is a top spot for a casual lunch or to wind
down with a pint of beer and hear some live music after a
long day. L, D, SB. $
CLIO, The Eliot Hotel, 370-A Commonwealth Ave., 617536-7200. James Beard Award-winning chef Ken Oringer
serves up French-American fare with Asian influences in a
sophisticated atmosphere styled after a Parisian supper
club. D. $$$$
DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, 75 Arlington
St., 617-357-4810, www.davios.com. Enjoy fine steaks,
pasta and seafood, or lighter fare in the spacious bar. L
Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Sun–Tue 5–10 p.m., Wed–
Sat ’til 11 p.m. C, VP. $$$
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PA N O R A M A
Direct from the ocean to your plate…
every day. That’s Skipjack’s style.
GRILL 23 & BAR, 161 Berkeley St., 617-542-2255. This topnotch, classy eatery offers prime dry-aged beef, imaginative
fish and seafood, and an impressive wine list, all amid a
clubby yet congenial atmosphere. D. $$$$
From our award-winning Lobster
Roll to our delicious Gingered Sea
Bass, let our local favorites be yours.
Skipjack’s. The best fresh seafood.
JASPER WHITE’S SUMMER SHACK, 50 Dalton St., 617-8679955; 149 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-5209500, www.summershackrestaurant.com. Top-notch fare
such as pan-roasted lobster, award-winning fried chicken and
an impressive raw bar in a casual setting. Boston: Sun–Wed
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 11 p.m., raw bar Thu–Sat ’til
1 a.m. Cambridge: Mon–Thu 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til
11 p.m., Sun 3–9 p.m. $$$
Visit us today and experience
New England at its best.
L’ESPALIER, Mandarin Oriental Boston, 774 Boylston St.,
617-262-3023. This sophisticated French classic, consistently
named as one of Boston’s top eateries, is a favorite of both
power brokers and couples out for a romantic evening. D.
$$$$
THE SUNSET GRILL & TAP, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of
Harvard and Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. This
popular Allston hangout features Boston’s best beer selection,
with more than 112 beers on tap and 380 microbrews and
exotic imports. Its food entices too, with
KEY
award-winning steam beer burgers, faB ....................................Breakfast
mous curly fries, buffalo wings and giant
L ..........................................Lunch
nachos. L, D, C, LS, SB. $
D..........................................Dinner
BR ......................................Brunch
BACK BAY
SB ..........................Sunday Brunch
C ......................................Cocktails
ABE & LOUIE’S, 793 Boylston St., 617LS....Late Supper (serving after 10 p.m.)
VP..............................Valet Parking
536-6300. Boasting the service, style and
NC ........Credit Cards Not Accepted
elegance of a New York steakhouse, this
* ..............................Entertainment
establishment offers a menu that includes
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AVERAGE PRICE OF
DINNER ENTREES
$...................... Most less than $12
$$ ......................................$12–18
$$$ ....................................$19–25
$$$$ ..............Most more than $25
Many restaurants offer a wide
range of entrees and prices;
therefore, the classifications are
only approximations.
Refer to Cuisine Index, page 74.
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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE, One Exeter Plaza (699
Boylston St. at Exeter Street), 617-266-5858; World Trade
Center East, Two Seaport Lane, 617-526-0410. These
renowned steakhouses are famous for their prime-aged beef,
including filet mignon and New York strip steak. They also
serve a variety of other non-beef entrees, including jumbo
lump crab cakes and double rib lamb chops. Mon–Fri 5:30–
11 p.m., Sat & Sun 5–10 p.m. $$$$
*THE OAK ROOM, Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. James
Ave., 617-267-5300. This high-end eatery offers a traditional
steakhouse menu of prime steaks and chops and fresh
seafood in an elegant hotel setting. B, L, D daily. $$$$
POST 390, 406 Stuart St. (corner of Clarendon Street),
617-399-0015, www.post390restaurant.com. This bi-level
restaurant located at luxury residence The Clarendon offers
refined, upscale comfort food—including Kobe beef hot dogs,
meatloaf and homemade ravioli—and three fireplaces for a
swanky urban tavern atmosphere with fantastic views of the
Back Bay. L, D, C, LS. $$$
SKIPJACK’S SEAFOOD EMPORIUM, 199 Clarendon St.,
Copley Square, 617-536-3500, www.skipjacks.com; other locations outside Boston. Enjoy a comfortable atmosphere and
specialties such as blackened tuna sashimi, moonfish,
Maryland crabcakes and lobster. Winner of Best of Boston
2003 award for seafood. Jazz Brunch Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m., L
& D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til midnight. $$
SMITH & WOLLENSKY, The Castle at Columbus & Arlington,
617-423-1112. Located in a spectacular setting, this legendary restaurant features USDA Prime dry aged steaks.
The meticulously restored former armory, known simply as
“The Castle,” is accented by seven working fireplaces and
dining rooms that span four floors to blend fun and formality.
D, C. $$$$
SNAPPY SUSHI, 144 Newbury St., 617-262-4530; 420
Highland Ave., Davis Sq., Somerville, 617-625-0400,
www.snappysushi.com. These popular sushi bars specialize
in freshly prepared maki rolls and fun specials. Affordably
priced, Snappy offers sushi lovers a fast, cheap dining alternative. L & D. $
SONSIE, 327 Newbury St., 617-351-2500, www.sonsie
boston.com. Recommended by Boston magazine as the place
to “see and be seen,” this lively restaurant features a streetside cafe, 50-foot mahogany bar, brick oven, creative takes
on classic American cuisine and a colorful dining room.
Sonsie also boasts a downstairs candlelit wine bar, an intimate and lovely brick-walled spot in which to enjoy items
from a 250-bottle menu. L, D, C, LS, VP. $$$
STEPHANIE’S ON NEWBURY, 190 Newbury St., 617-2360990. Lauded by The New York Times, chef/owner Stephanie
Sokolove’s eatery showcases sophisticated cooking and classic comfort food. Casual elegance at its best with a sidewalk
cafe, club-like bar and skylit dining space. Mon–Sat 11:30
a.m.–11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–10 p.m. L, D, SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m.,
C, VP Tue–Sat evenings. $$$
STEVE’S GREEK CUISINE, 316 Newbury St., 617-267-1817.
For more than 20 years, this family-run restaurant has offered
Greek hospitality and masterfully prepared Greek cuisine.
Serving specialties like spanikopita, pastichio, shish kebabs
and gyros, Steve’s is a favorite. B, L, D. $
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DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE: Dine in style and elegance at this
Back Bay favorite specializing in steaks, pasta
and seafood with an Italian flair. Refer to
listing, page 60.
*THE TAJ BOSTON, 15 Arlington St., 617-536-5700. This
1927 landmark offers award-winning contemporary French
cuisine, as well as a historic Dining Room for special events.
Cafe: B, L, D, Sat & SB. Lounge: L, D, C, LS. Bar: L, D, C, LS.
$$$$
TAPEO, 266 Newbury St., 617-267-4799. This popular Back
Bay cousin to Dali in Somerville offers delectable, authentic
tapas in a glorious Newbury Street setting, complete with
seasonal patio dining for prime people-watching as you enjoy
your scallops in saffron cream, lobster ravioli and sangria. D,
C. $$
*TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., Prudential Center, 617536-1775, www.topofthehub.net. There is nothing like sitting
52 stories above Boston for dining and a spectacular view of
the city. The magnificent cuisine complements the breathtaking views. Live jazz seven nights a week. L, D, LS, C. $$$$
TURNER FISHERIES, Westin Hotel Copley Place, Stuart and
Dartmouth streets, 617-424-7425. Turner Fisheries is known
for its fresh seafood, as well as its impressive decor, which
features seven-foot-high French windows, mahogany paneling and cobalt blue tile. B, L, D, C, LS. $$$
VLORA MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR,
545 Boylston St., 617-638-9699, www.vloraboston.com.
Located in Copley Square, Vlora embraces the Mediterranean
adage of “eat better, live well.” Featuring authentic southern
Italian, Greek and Albanian cuisine, the fresh ingredients are
enhanced only with olive oil and fresh herbs, making Vlora’s
signature dishes unmatched in the city. Open daily 10 a.m.–
1 a.m. B, L, D, C, LS, Sat & SB, VP. $$$
BEACON HILL
ANTONIO’S, 288 Cambridge St., 617-367-3310, www.antonios
onbeaconhill.com. One of Boston’s finest Italian restaurants,
Antonio’s serves traditional Italian food with nightly specials
and a complementing wine list. Specialties include homemade
fusilli, chicken/sausage with vinegar peppers and potatoes, and
shrimp margarita. L, D Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til
10:30 p.m. $
*CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605; Faneuil Hall
Marketplace, 617-227-0150. Both the original Beacon Hill
pub and its spinoff offer tasty traditional fare and an abundant
beverage selection. Live entertainment Thu–Sat. L, D, C, LS. $
CLINK, The Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., 617-224-4004.
Artfully marrying European culinary tradition with contemporary
American innovation, Clink’s dining room features elements of the
original cells from its earlier life as the Charles Street Jail. Clink’s
lobby bar draws urbanites with its energetic nightlife scene. B
6:30–11 a.m.; L 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D 5–11 p.m. C. $$$
SCOLLAY SQUARE, 21 Beacon St., 617-742-4900. Scollay
Square is a warm, inviting environment serving American
comfort food at a reasonable price with a sophisticated cock-
MAX & DYLANS, 1 Chelsea St., Charlestown, 617-242-7400;
15 West St., 617-423-3600, www.maxanddylans.com. This
hip, casual restaurant features appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches and refined comfort food entrees along with vibrant
cocktails. Open daily 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. L, D, LS, SB. $$
OLIVES, 10 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-1999.
Celebrity chef Todd English got his start with this local eatery,
and the Charlestown flagship restaurant is still the unparalleled king of his endeavors. Sample English’s multi-layered,
ingredient rich, pan-Mediterranean creations. D. $$$$
*THE WARREN TAVERN, 2 Pleasant St., Charlestown,
617-241-8142, www.warrentavern.com. More than 225
years old, the Warren is the oldest tavern in Massachusetts,
and was frequented by historical figures like George
Washington and Paul Revere. Today, diners can sit beside a
warm, roaring fire and enjoy fresh-made soups, Angus burgers, shepherd’s pie and other comfort foods. Live music Wed
& Thu. L, D, BR. $$
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NO. 9 PARK, 9 Park St., 617-742-9991. Acclaimed chef
Barbara Lynch serves up French- and Italian-style dishes in a
sophisticated bistro atmosphere atop Beacon Hill, offering inventive versions of classic fare like fresh pasta and foie gras.
L, D, LS. $$$$
tail list. This neighborhood bistro-style restaurant is a great
meeting place for friends and small groups to eat, drink and
socialize, and features a nightly three-course $22 menu and
a “Make Your Own Bloody Mary Bar” for SB. Open daily 11:30
a.m.–11 p.m. L, D, SB, C. www.scollaysquare.com. $$$
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*BOND, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-4511900. This swanky restaurant and lounge boasts a diverse
cocktail and wine menu to accompany its wide range of exotic international cuisine. L, D, C. $$$
*CAFÉ FLEURI, Langham Hotel, 250 Franklin St., 617-4511900. Enjoy one of Boston’s top Sunday brunches, or sample
a la carte Mediterranean and American fare and French
desserts within a sunlit garden atrium. B, L, D, SB. $$
CALITERRA, Hilton Boston/Financial District, 89 Broad St.,
617-348-1234. Located in the heart of the Financial District,
this casual, upscale restaurant features Cal-Ital cuisine with
seasonal New England flavors. B, L, D. $$
FAJITAS & ’RITAS, 25 West St., 617-426-1222, www.fajitas
andritas.com. Established in 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features
fresh, healthy Tex-Mex and barbecue cuisine. The casual
eatery stresses generous portions, affordable prices and
prompt, friendly service. Mon & Tue 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Wed
& Thu ’til 10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–8 p.m. C,
LS. $.
*THE KINSALE IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT, 2 Center Plaza
(Cambridge Street), 617-742-5577, www.classicirish.com.
Hand-crafted in Ireland and shipped to Boston, this classic
pub features a cozy interior with beautiful Celtic motifs and a
menu of steaks, seafood, burgers, pasta and traditional Irish
fare with 20+ beers on tap, including many craft brews. Also
enjoy the 100-seat seasonal patio, live music and trivia on
Wed. Sat & SB $7.99–11.99. L, D, C. $$
LOCKE-OBER, 3 Winter Place, 617-542-1340. Helmed by
local culinary innovator Lydia Shire, this downtown landmark
has been refurbished and restored to its former glory. The
menu of this Boston Brahmin bastion has been updated, but
Shire has kept many of its classics, including the legendary
lobster Savannah. L, D, LS. $$$$
MERITAGE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-4393995. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. D,
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Located at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
PA N O R A M A
MIEL, InterContinental Hotel, 510 Atlantic Ave., 617-2175151. This “Brasserie Provencal” brings the feel and flavor of
the French countryside to Boston’s waterfront. Diners can
enjoy the extensive wine list or an exquisite “small plate” SB
in a dining room overlooking Boston Harbor. $$$
OCEANA, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 296 State St., 617-2273838, www.marriottlongwharf.com. Executive chef Joseph
Chaves serves seasonal dishes, including fresh seafood delivered directly to the hotel’s dock, in a dining room offering
panoramic views of Boston Harbor. B, L (Mon–Fri), D, SB. $$
O YA, 9 East St., 617-654-9900. Diners and critics alike are
enthused about this contemporary and edgy sushi eatery that
was crowned Boston’s best restaurant of 2009 by Boston
magazine. A simple, natural decor perfectly complements the
exquisitely created dishes. The intimate seating capacity of
37 diners makes reservations a must. D, C, VP. $$$
crowd, from businessmen to Red Sox fans seeking a pregame bite. B, L, D. $$
PARKER’S RESTAURANT, Omni Parker House, 60 School St.,
617-725-1600. Enjoy nostalgic cuisine with a contemporary
flair within the stately dining room where Boston cream pie
and the Parker House roll were first served. B, L, D. $$$$
*HOUSE OF BLUES, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-960-8358. The
popular national chain known for live music and good times
also offers delicious cuisine with a Southern influence, as well
as a famous bi-weekly Gospel Sunday Brunch. L, D, C. $$
RADIUS, 8 High St., 617-426-1234. James Beard Award-winning chef/owner Michael Schlow and staff offer impeccably
prepared nouveau French fare in an ultra-modern, minimalist
setting. The ambiance is powerbroker chic, and the service is
top-notch. L, D, C, LS. $$$$
*THE LANSDOWNE, 9 Lansdowne St., 617-247-1222. The
Lansdowne brings a touch of Ireland to the Fenway with its
swanky wood interior, beer list of hard-to-find European imports and menu of traditional Irish pub food. L, D, C, LS. $$
ROWES WHARF SEA GRILLE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes
Wharf, 617-856-7744. Chef Daniel Bruce celebrates Boston’s
spectacular harborfront and the bounties that come from it at
this contemporary, nautical-influenced eatery overlooking
Boston Harbor. B, L, D. $$$
NORTH END
FANEUIL HALL MARKETPLACE
*DICK’S LAST RESORT, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy
Market, 617-267-8080, www.dickslastresort.com. Watch for
the outrageous antics of Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up
buckets of sloppy ribs, succulent crab, juicy steaks, two-fisted
sandwiches, burgers and salads. There’s live music every
night and never a cover. L, D, C. $$.
*HARD ROCK CAFE, 22–24 Clinton St., 617-424-7625. The
Hard Rock offers classic American cuisine served with a
healthy dose of rock ’n’ roll. After you eat, take in the massive
collection of authentic rock ’n’ roll memorabilia or enjoy live
music from hot local and national acts. L, D, C, LS. $
NORTH 26, Millennium Bostonian Hotel, 26 North St., 617557-3640. North 26 combines a commitment to fresh, local
meats and seafood with a dedication to simple, hearty regional dishes. B, L, D, C. $$$
FENWAY/KENMORE SQUARE
*AUDUBON CIRCLE, 838 Beacon St., 617-421-1910. Since
1996, Audubon Circle has catered to the tastes of the Fenway
area—whether you’re in the mood for an upscale alternative to
the Fenway Frank or a late night hot spot on the weekends,
when live DJs bring out a funky and friendly crowd. D, SB, C. $$
EASTERN STANDARD, Hotel Commonwealth, 528 Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9100. This Kenmore Square brasserie
resembles an old hotel dining room, and attracts a diverse
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"5 5 ) & - * # & 3 5 : ) 0 5 & - ASSAGGIO, 25–29 Prince St., 617-227-7380, www.assaggioboston.com. This wine bar and bistro offers nightly specials
from its mesquite-wood grill, as well as some of the best traditional Italian cuisine imbued with an artful, contemporary
taste. Complement your dinner with one of 110 wines or a
unique international beer or microbrew. Reservations accepted. L, D, LS daily noon–midnight. $$
$ )"3 -& 445# 0 450 / ." 5 &- CAFFE POMPEI, 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei features a wide assortment of coffees, 160 wines by the glass,
Italian cordials and sandwiches, pizza, homemade cannoli and
ice cream imported from Italy. Open daily 4 p.m.–12:30 a.m.;
B 8 a.m.–11:30 p.m.; L 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; LS ’til 3:30 a.m. $
*CANTINA ITALIANA, 346 Hanover St., 617-723-4577,
www.cantinaitaliana.com. Cantina Italiana has been serving
generations of locals and visitors in the North End since 1931.
Diners crave the taste of Cantina’s food, and some say their
mouths water just thinking about eating here. That’s why
when even the slightest change is made, they let it be
known—some things should stay as they are. Reservations
recommended. L Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat
3–11 p.m., Sun noon–10:30 p.m. VP. $$$
GRAFFITI RISTORANTE AND CAFE, 64 Cross St., 617-3673016, www.caffegraffiti.com. Located in the heart of Boston’s
historic North End, Graffiti is one of the most popular places
for locals and visitors alike. With a dining room (private room
available), casual cafe and patio seating, Graffiti features fullservice lunch and dinner, the North End’s only patio brunch on
Sun and delicious Italian coffee, gelato and desserts. Open
daily 8 a.m.–midnight. $
LUCCA RESTAURANT & BAR, 226 Hanover St., 617-7429200; 116 Huntington Ave., 617-247-2400, www.luccaboston.com. This North End eatery (with a second location in
the Back Bay) racks up accolades for its regional Italian cuisine, lively bar and elegant atmosphere. D 5 p.m.–12:15 a.m.
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YE OLDE UNION OYSTER HOUSE, 41 Union St., 617-2272750, www.unionoysterhouse.com. Steps away from Quincy
Market stands America’s oldest restaurant, serving Yankeestyle seafood, beef and chicken. Famed for its oyster bar
where Daniel Webster dined daily. Specialties include clam
chowder, swordfish and fresh lobster. L, D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–
9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. VP. $$$
ANTICO FORNO, 93 Salem St., 617-723-6733, www.anticofornoboston.com. Antico Forno (Italian for “old stove”) features brick-oven classics such as roasted chicken with garlic
and herbs; pizza with artichoke hearts, porcini mushrooms
and buffalo mozzarella; and linguini with clams, mussels,
calamari and shrimp, sautéed in a plum tomato sauce. L
Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 3:30–10 p.m.,
Fri & Sat ’til 10:30 p.m., Sun 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. $$
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RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE, 45 School St., 617-742-8401.
Housed in Boston’s Old City Hall, Ruth’s Chris Steak House offers the finest USDA prime steaks served sizzling hot, as well
as fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list, all in a gracious environment with warm hospitality. L, D, C. $$$$
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MARCO RESTAURANT, 253 Hanover St., 617-724-1276. Chef
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this quiet and intimate Italian eatery in the North End. Orfaly’s
distinctive cooking style intensifies the flavors of quintessential Italian dishes like the chicken liver crostini and fresh linguine with clams. D. $$$
MARE, 135 Richmond St., 617-723-6273. Marisa Iocco’s sister establishment to Bricco and Umbria, Mare specializes in
flavors from Italy’s coastal region, with an array of meats and
seafood dishes such as swordfish and crayfish. L, D. $$$$
MASSIMINO’S CUCINA ITALIANA, 207 Endicott St., 617523-5959, www.massiminosboston.com. Owner/chef
Massimino—former head chef of Naples’ Hotel Astoria and
Switzerland’s Metropolitan Hotel—offers up specialties like
the veal chop stuffed with arugula, prosciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, amongst numerous other delights. L,
D, LS, C. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri–Sun ’til 11 p.m. $
NEPTUNE OYSTER, 63 Salem St., 617-742-3474. Named for
the Roman god of the sea, this small raw bar in the North End
offers an enormous selection of seafood, sometimes cooked
with a hint of Italian flair. The menu features 12 varieties of
oysters, the hearty New England lobster roll, oyster minestrone and lobster scampi. L, D. $$$
RISTORANTE BELLA VISTA, 288 Hanover St., 617-367-4999.
Located in the heart of the historic North End, this casual yet elegant
family-style restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine, from escarole soup to lobster fra diavolo. Open daily noon–11:30 p.m. $$
*RISTORANTE FIORE, 250 Hanover St., 617-371-1176,
www.ristorantefiore.com. Voted by Zagat as one of the top
1,000 Italian restaurants in the country, Ristorante Fiore embodies both the North End’s past and present with authentic Italian
dishes as well as contemporary variations on the classics. Fiore
boasts three distinct dining rooms and the North End’s only
rooftop dining. Reservations recommended. Live piano music
nightly 6:30–9:30 p.m. L Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; D
Mon–Sat 4–11 p.m., Sun noon–11 p.m. C. VP 5–11 p.m. $$
RISTORANTE SARACENO, 286 Hanover St., 617-227-5888,
www.saracenos.com. Neapolitan cuisine served in an intimate atmosphere complete with charming, beautifully decorated exposed brick walls. Reservations recommended. L
noon–3 p.m.; D 3–10:30 p.m. VP, C. $$
SENSING, Fairmont Battery Wharf, 3 Battery Wharf, 617-9949001. Sensing—the first U.S. restaurant by acclaimed French
Chef Guy Martin—is garnering abundant amounts of praise for
its gourmet take on fresh, regional accented with delightfully
unexpected international influences. Try the signature “Tasting
Plate”—appetizer-sized portions of the unique and delicious
dinner options. L, D, Sat and SB. $$$$
STREGA, 379 Hanover St., 617-523-8481; One Marina Park
Drive, Fan Pier, 617-345-3992. Strega’s menu includes Italian
favorites like fettuccine carbonara and gnocchi sorrentina. A
popular stop for visiting celebrities, Strega’s original North End
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stylish spot specializes in classic American comfort food like
crab cakes, bacon-wrapped meatloaf, burgers and pizzas.
Mon–Fri 8–1 a.m., Sat & Sun 10–1 a.m. L, D, SB. $$
TERRAMIA RISTORANTE, 98 Salem St., 617-523-3112,
www.terramiaristorante.com. Since opening in 1993, Terramia
has aimed to convince North End diners that there was always
more to Italian food than red sauce. Specializing in creative
interpretations of Italian classics, Terramia offers seasonally
based dishes and an extensive wine list in a cozy, rustic atmosphere. D Sun–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10:30 p.m. $$
THE CHANNEL CAFE, 300 Summer St., 617-426-0695.
Started by local artist Ana Crowley, the cafe reflects its art
gallery setting and the friendliness of a small, local shop. It
even boasts classy entrees like sweet pea and ricotta ravioli
and fish tacos at a reasonable price. B, L, D. $
TRESCA, 233 Hanover St., 617-742-8240. Tresca brings the
romantic feel of a Tuscan villa to the North End. Diners can
enjoy mouthwatering entrees like boneless breast of duck,
veal rib chop and numerous delectable pastas and the cozy
bar boasts an extensive list of hard-to-find Italian wines to
accentuate any meal. Mon–Fri 5 p.m.–midnight, Sat 1
p.m.–midnight, Sun 2 p.m.–midnight. VP. $$$$
SOMERVILLE
DALI, 415 Washington St., Somerville, 617-661-3254.
Authentic Spanish tapas are perfect for sharing, and with at
least 40 offerings on the menu it’s easy to find something for
every taste—be it garlic soup, pork sausage with figs,
braised rabbit with juniper and garlic or saffron-battered
shrimp. Entrees are also served, and everything can be
washed down with a pitcher of sangria or a selection from
Dali’s expansive wine list. D. $$
606 CONGRESS, Renaissance Hotel, 606 Congress St.,
617-476-5606. Vaulted ceilings, an exhibition kitchen and
patio seating make this restaurant on the Boston waterfront a
visually appealing locale in which to enjoy the delicious new
American cuisine of Chef Gregory Griffie. B, L, D, C, VP. $$
SOUTH END
DELUX CAFE & LOUNGE, 100 Chandler St., 617-338-5258. This
tiny South End pub has long been a local favorite for its inexpensive eats and rock-and-roll atmosphere. Don’t expect typical bar
food, however, as the eatery’s monthly menu can include everything from pan-seared tuna to a grilled cheese sandwich featuring brie and chutney to chips and salsa made with seasonal
fruit. D, C, LS, NC. $
GINGER PARK, 1375 Washington St., 617-451-0077.
Executive chef Patricia Yeo offers a bold menu celebrating a
variety of Asian flavors in this strikingly stylish and modern
restaurant in the heart of the South End. D, SB. $$
HAMERSLEY’S BISTRO, 533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700.
This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by husband-and-wife team Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, first put
the South End dining scene on the map. D. $$$$
MASA, 439 Tremont St., 617-338-8884. Bringing the
Southwest to the South End, chef Philip Aviles serves up specialties such as roasted salmon with chipotle and horseradish
crust and chili rubbed cowboy cut steaks. Masa also serves
Sunday brunch, a variety of margaritas and other cocktails,
and a $1 tapas menu. D, BR, C. $$$
MYERS + CHANG, 1145 Washington St., 617-542-5200.
Inspired by traditional Taiwanese cuisine and Asian street
food, this fun and funky eatery offers playful and novel takes
on the classic dishes and flavors of Southeast Asia. L, D, C. $$
PETIT ROBERT BISTRO, 480 Columbus Ave., 617-867-0600;
468 Commonwealth Ave., 617-375-0699. These unpretentious yet lovely eateries aim to maintain the same ambiance
and sensibility of an authentic Paris bistro with quintessential
French fare such as the croque monsieur (ham and cheese
sandwich), escargots Bourguignons and coq au vin. L, D. $$$
SIBLING RIVALRY, 525 Tremont St., 617-338-5338. Each
night, brothers/chefs David and Bob Kinkead create “dueling”
menus that showcase their talents with different interpretations of shared ingredients. D,C, LS. $$$
TORO, 1704 Washington St., 617-536-4400. Chef Ken
Oringer’s Spanish restaurant aims for a highly social dining
*ORLEANS, 65 Holland St., Somerville, 617-591-2100,
www.orleansrestaurant.com. Diners flock to this stylish
restaurant/bar in the heart of Davis Square for the fresh
seasonal cuisine and its status as a happening weekend
nightspot. Entertainment Wed–Sun. L Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–3 p.m.;
D daily 4:30–10 p.m.; Sat & SB 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Bar menu
available Sun–Wed 2:30–10 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til midnight. $$
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ATLANTIC BEER GARDEN, 146 Seaport Blvd., 617-3578000. This newly established restaurant and bar offers an
impressive beer selection with its menu or pub favorites.
Sample a classic American burger and fries or order something a little more cosmopolitan, such as the gnocchi in vodka
sauce. This comfortable and casual eatery offers outside
seating by the water, late night service and broadcasts of
sports games on 29 high-definition screens. L, D, C. $$$
AURA, Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. The
newly expanded and renovated waterfront restaurant features
chef Rachel Klein’s global, Asian-influenced menu, as well as
steakhouse offerings such as the Painted Hills Farm all-natural sirloin and the Brandt all-natural filet. B, L, D, SB. $$$
THE BARKING CRAB, 88 Sleeper St., 617-426-CRAB. No frills
at this ramshackle little clam shack that’s a Boston dining institution. Pluck mussels and steamers from plastic buckets
and drink wine out of styrofoam cups under an outdoor tent
brimming with communal-style picnic tables. L & D Sun–Wed
11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 1 a.m. $$
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REGINA PIZZA, 11 ⁄2 Thacher St., 617-227-0765, www.regina
pizza.com; also: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall Marketplace;
The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St.; South
Station, Atlantic Ave. and Summer Street; 353 Cambridge St.,
Allston, 617-783-2300. Since 1926, patrons have been
indulging in delicious, homemade pizza at Boston’s oldest
brick-oven pizzeria. Delivery available. L & D Mon–Thu 11:30
a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–10 p.m. $
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new Strega Waterfront draws diners looking for a great meal
with a great view. L, D, LS, C. $$$
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BARLOW’S, 241 A St., 617-338-2072, www.barlows
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experience. The seating is a series of communal tables and
the small, perfect-for-sharing tapas dishes—such as salt cod
fritters, rainbow beet salad and salty fried peppers—blend a
variety of vibrant styles and flavors. D, C. $$$
UNION BAR AND GRILLE, 1357 Washington St., 617-4230555. This sleek, upscale American bistro in the SoWa District
features everything from gourmet comfort food like the
Reuben sandwich and a beef-and-sausage burger to the
award-winning 10K tuna in a roasted tomato vinaigrette. D, C,
LS, SB. $$$
THEATRE DISTRICT
BINA OSTERIA, 581 Washington St., 617-956-0888. Hailed
by Boston magazine as one of the best new restaurants of
2009, this sleek, minimalist and trendy spot in the heart of
Downtown Crossing pushes the culinary envelope with its inventive, yet rustic, take on fine Italian food. Visit the adjoining
shop to pick up specialty European foods, including wine,
cheese and prepared meals. L, D, C. $$$
DA VINCI RISTORANTE, 162 Columbus Ave., 617-350-0007.
Located between Park Square, the Back Bay, the South End
and the Theatre District is one of Boston’s most stylish and
cosmopolitan Italian eateries. Chef Peppino’s menu reflects a
blend of modern and classic Italian cuisine, offering an array
of beautifully presented antipasti and entrees, as well as
homemade pastas, bread and desserts made fresh every day.
Open Mon–Sat at 5 p.m. www.davinciboston.com. $$$
FINALE, One Columbus Ave., 617-423-3184; 30 Dunster St.,
Harvard Sq., Cambridge, 617-441-9797; other locations.
This standout for sweets offers a wide array of specialty dessert
creations, savory fare, coffees, wine and cocktails. L, D, LS, C. $$
*JACOB WIRTH, 37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in
1868, Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant,
serving traditional German fare like wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten and a great selection of German beers. L, D, C, LS. $$
LEGAL SEA FOODS, 26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart,
617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-227-3115;
Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; other
locations. www.legalseafoods.com. Legal Sea Foods,
a Boston tradition for more than 50 years, features more than
40 varieties of fresh fish and shellfish as well as an awardwinning wine list. Named “Boston’s Most Popular Restaurant”
(Zagat 2010/2011). L & D. $$$
MARKET BY JEAN GEORGES, W Hotel, 100 Stuart St., 617310-6790. Located in the heart of the Theatre District, this
restaurant from acclaimed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten
boasts a menu packed with fresh, locally produced ingredients from the region’s top vegetable and fish markets.
Combining French, Asian and Italian flavors, Market is sure to
please everyone’s tastes. B, L, D, BR, C, LS, VP. $$$
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mahogany bar. Live entertainment varies from traditional Irish
music to Dixieland jazz. L, D, C, LS. $$
PIGALLE, 75 Charles St. South, 617-423-4944. This welcoming bistro in Park Square brings exquisite French cuisine to
the Theatre District via the inventive culinary artistry and personally charming service of co-owners and husband-andwife team Marc Orfaly and Kerri Foley. D, VP. $$$
*HURRICANE O’REILLY’S, 150 Canal St., 617-722-0161. With
a large selection of typical Irish and American pub-style
dishes, this eatery is best known for its Creole-infused options. Try the blackened chicken pasta, jambalaya or the
award-winning New England clam chowder. The express
menu, which offers food in 10 minutes, is perfect for a quick
lunch. L, D, C, LS. $$
RUSTIC KITCHEN, Park Square, 210 Stuart St., 617-4235700. This lively and classic Italian-Mediterranean bistro combines a distinctive award-winning menu with a comfortable,
inviting and attractive rustic atmosphere. All breads, pastas
and desserts are prepared fresh daily on the premises. Pretheatre menu, three private dining rooms, garden lounge and
weekly cooking classes are available. L, D, SB, C, LS, VP. $$
TEATRO, 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841. Teatro boasts a
reasonably priced Italian-influenced menu by executive chef
Steve Morlino and owner/chef Jamie Mammano. The restaurant was named “Best Pre-Theatre Dining 2003” (Improper
Bostonian) and “Best Italian Restaurant 2003” (Boston magazine). D, C, VP. $$$
THEATRE CAFE, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 617-5742752. Located in the heart of the Theatre District, this restaurant features traditional American fare in a comfortable
atmosphere and is a great location for pre- and post-theater
dining. Seasonal outdoor dining and discounted parking at
on-site garage is available. B, L, D. $$
WEST END/NORTH STATION
BOSTON BEER WORKS, 112 Canal St., 617-896-2337; 61
Brookline Ave., 617-536-2337. Celtics and Bruins fans can
enjoy 15 microbrews on tap and an extensive menu of bold
American food, including BBQ baby back ribs, classic sandwiches, buckets of fries and a full burger menu at BBW’s
second Boston location, just steps from TD Garden. L, D. $
FLAT IRON TAPAS BAR & LOUNGE, 107 Merrimac St., 617778-2900. Located in the Bulfinch Hotel, the sleek décor and
lounge music create a relaxed environment perfect for savoring
a cocktail and sharing tasty tapas. The menu includes sophisticated dishes from countries around the globe and creative specialty drinks like the Lavender Citrus Drop. D, C. $$$
THE FOURS, 166 Canal St., 617-720-4455. With sports memorabilia covering the walls and plenty of plasma screens broadcasting all the big games, it’s no wonder this Boston bar was
voted #1 Sports Bar in America by Sports Illustrated. Moreover,
the homemade clam chowder, buffalo wings and abundant
menu of appetizers, sandwiches and pub food have made it as
popular for its cuisine as its sports scene. L, D, LS. $$
*THE GRAND CANAL, 57 Canal St., 617-523-1112. The
“crown jewel of Irish pubs in the Boston area,” hails The
Boston Globe. Tasty L & D menus offered, along with 50
microbrews served on tap from its 50-foot handmade Irish
*THE HARP, 85 Causeway St., 617-742-1010. Drawing in an
after-work crowd as well as sports enthusiasts from the
nearby TD Garden, this Irish pub boasts 14 beers on tap and a
wide choice of traditional bar food that will meet anyone’s
cravings. Weekends offer a livelier setting with live bands and
a DJ on the basement dance floor. L, D, C, LS. $$
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MA SOBA, 156 Cambridge St., 617-973-6680. Rated #1 for
Best Sushi by Citysearch, this sleek eatery offers a variety of
Asian cuisine, from Chinese and Thai to Korean and
Japanese, as well as an extensive wine list. L, D, C. $$
MCGANN’S PUB, 197 Portland St., 617-227-4059. This authentic Irish tavern offers hearty pub food in an atmosphere
welcoming to sports fans headed to the nearby TD Garden as
well as those looking for warm, friendly service along with
their Guinness. L, D, C. $
NEBO, 90 N. Washington St., 617-723-6326. Located just
steps away from the TD Garden, this upscale pizzeria and
enoteca with a familial vibe offers up a pleasing menu of antipasti, homemade pastas and 30 varieties of Neapolitan-style
pizza, all served in a stylish environment of natural wood,
chocolate suede and brick walls. D. $$$
PORTERS BAR AND GRILL, 173 Portland St., 617-742-PORT.
A casual stop for sports fans on game nights with several HD
TVs along with a 10-foot projection screen, this award-winning pub serves a variety of sandwiches and salads, acclaimed burgers, single-serve pizzas and steak tips, as well
as hosting a trivia night on Tue evenings. L, D, C. $
THE RUBY ROOM, Onyx Hotel, 155 Portland St., 617-5579950. This swanky and mesmerizing eatery is a perfect spot
for anything from a romantic rendezvous to a quiet business
dinner. Diners can start their meal with one of the Ruby
Room’s signature exotic cocktails, like the Grapetini or the
Apricotti martini, then enjoy dishes ranging from housemade
potato chips to Argentine-style grilled skirt steak, before finishing up with decadent chocolate cinnamon bread pudding
or homemade blueberry cheesecake for dessert. D, C. $
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Don’t miss a minute of the big game as more than a hundred
televisions showcase a variety of sports action while diners
enjoy casual pub fare—including sandwiches, pizza, pasta
and hot dogs—and drink specials at affordable prices at this
spacious North Station outpost. L, D, C. $
*WEST END JOHNNIE’S, 138 Portland St., 617-227-1588.
This restaurant’s décor, featuring autographed memorabilia,
elegant woodwork, and impressive floor-to-ceiling windows,
evokes the historic feel of Boston’s old West End. The menu
offers a mix of Italian and traditional New England cuisine, but
also includes ethnic dishes such as Portuguese littlenecks
and pan roasted Scottish salmon. L, D, SB, C. $$$
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AVILA MODERN MEDITERRANEAN, One Charles Street
South, 617-267-4810, www.avilarestaurant.com. Enjoy the
flavors of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Greece with a
modern flair at this popular eatery. The menu includes small
plates of crispy squid, baked moussaka and chicken livers,
appetizers of tuna tartare, onion soup and foie gras, as well
as the finest quality beef, fresh seafood and breads, desserts
and ice creams made fresh daily. L, D, C. $$$.
P. F. CHANG’S, 8 Park Plaza, 617-573-0821; Prudential
Center, 617-378-9961; CambridgeSide Galleria, 100
CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge, 617-250-9965.
www.pfchangs.com. Enjoy unforgettable Chinese cuisine,
attentive service and delicious desserts in a stylish bistro
setting. P. F. Chang’s offers an extensive wine-by-the-glass
program as well as original cocktails like the Lucky Cat
Martini. L, D & LS. Reservations accepted. Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–
11 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til midnight. $$.
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AROUND THE HUB
NIGHTLIFE
American
Atlantic Beer Garden,
p. 70
Audubon Circle, p. 68
Aura, p. 70
Back Bay Social Club,
p. 60
Barlow’s, p. 70
Big City Pizza Kitchen &
Pool Hall, p. 60
Boston Beer Works, p. 72
Channel Cafe, p. 71
Cheers, p. 64
Clink, p. 64
Delux Cafe & Lounge,
p. 71
Devlin’s, p. 60
Dick’s Last Resort, p. 68
Finale, p. 72
The Fours, p. 72
Grendel’s Den, p. 35
Hard Rock Cafe, p. 68
House of Blues, p. 69
Hurricane O’Reilly’s, p. 73
L.A. Burdick’s, p. 35
Max & Dylans, p. 64
Meritage, p. 66
North 26, p. 68
OM, p. 35
Orleans, p. 70
Parker’s Restaurant, p. 68
Porters Bar and Grill, p. 73
Post 390, p. 62
Scollay Square, p. 64
Sibling Rivalry, p. 71
606 Congress, p. 71
Sports Grill Boston, p. 73
The Sunset Grill & Tap, p. 60
Stephanie’s on Newbury,
p. 62
Theatre Cafe, p. 72
Top of the Hub, p. 62
Union Bar and Grill, p. 72
Upstairs on the Square,
p. 36
Warren Tavern, p. 64
West End Johnnie’s, p. 73
Chinese
Hong Kong, p. 35
Myers + Chang, p. 71
P.F. Chang’s, p. 72
French/FrenchAmerican
Bistro du Midi, p. 60
Cafe Fleuri, p. 66
Clio, p. 60
Eastern Standard, p. 68
Hamersley’s Bistro, p. 71
L’Espalier, p. 60
Locke-Ober, p. 66
Miel, p. 66
No. 9 Park, p. 64
Petit Robert Bistro, p. 71
Pigalle, p. 72
Radius, p. 68
Sensing, p. 70
Greek/Greek-American
Steve’s Greek Cuisine,
p. 62
Zoe’s, p. 36
Indian
India Pavilion, p. 35
International
Bond, p. 66
Flat Iron Tapas Bar &
Lounge, p. 72
Ginger Park, p. 71
Jacob Wirth, p. 72
Market by Jean Georges,
p. 72
The Ruby Room, p. 73
Sonsie, p. 62
The Taj Boston, p. 62
Zephyr on the Charles,
p. 36
Irish
The Asgard Irish Pub &
Restaurant, p. 34
The Grand Canal, p. 72
The Harp, p. 73
The Kinsale Irish Pub &
Restaurant, p. 66
The Lansdowne, p. 69
McGann’s Pub, p. 73
Porter Belly’s, p. 60
Italian
Antico Forno, p. 69
Antonio’s, p. 64
Assaggio, p. 69
Bina Osteria, p. 72
Caffe Pompei, p. 69
Caliterra, p. 66
Cantina Italiana, p. 69
Da Vinci Ristorante, p. 72
Davio’s Northern Italian
Steakhouse, p. 60
Graffiti Ristorante and
Cafe, p. 69
Lucca Restaurant & Bar,
p. 69
Marco Restaurant, p. 68
Mare, p. 70
Massimino’s Cucina
Italiana, p. 70
Nebo, p. 73
Regina Pizza, p. 70
Rialto, p. 35
Ristorante Bella Vista,
p. 70
Ristorante Fiore, p. 70
Ristorante Saraceno,
p. 70
Rustic Kitchen, p. 72
Strega, p. 70
Teatro, p. 72
Terramia Ristorante, p. 70
Tresca, p. 70
Japanese/Sushi
Ma Soba, p. 73
O Ya, p. 66
Snappy Sushi, p. 62
Wagamama, p. 36
Mediterranean
Avila Modern
Mediterranean, p. 72
Dante, p. 34
Olives, p. 64
Vlora Mediterranean
Restaurant & Wine Bar,
p. 62
Mexican/
Southwestern
Border Cafe, p. 34
Fajitas & ’Ritas, p. 66
Masa, p. 71
New England
Avenue One, p. 66
Harvest, p. 35
Henrietta’s Table, p. 35
Sheraton Commander
Restaurant, p. 36
Seafood
The Barking Crab, p. 70
Dolphin Seafood, p. 34
East Coast Grill, p. 35
Jasper White’s Summer
Shack, p. 60
Legal Sea Foods, p. 72
Neptune Oyster, p. 70
Oceana, p. 66
Rowes Wharf Sea Grille,
p. 68
Skipjack’s, p. 62
Turner Fisheries, p. 62
Ye Olde Union Oyster
House, p. 68
Spanish/Tapas
Dali, p. 70
Tapeo, p. 62
Toro, p. 71
Steakhouses
Abe & Louie’s, p. 60
Davio’s Northern Italian
Steakhouse, p. 60
Grill 23 & Bar, p. 60
Morton’s The Steakhouse,
p. 62
The Oak Room, p. 62
Ruth’s Chris Steak House,
p. 68
Smith & Wollensky, p. 62
PUBS AND BARS
AN TUA NUA, 835 Beacon St., 617-262-212. Mon–Wed
5 p.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m., Sun noon–2 a.m. A
favorite with the Boston University crowd, An Tua Nua offers
something for everyone from the college student to the
longtime Red Sox fan. There’s an Irish-pub vibe and an
open-air view of Beacon Street in front, and a dance floor in
back. Wed—Karaoke and salsa dancing; Fri & Sat—DJs.
THE BELL IN HAND TAVERN, 45 Union St., 617-227-2098.
Daily 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. Opened in 1795, the Bell in Hand
is the oldest tavern in the U.S. This casual pub, offering
pints, food and live music, attracts locals, students and
tourists alike. Tue—Karaoke night.
THE BLACK ROSE, 160 State St., 617-742-2286. Mon–Fri
11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5. Voted
one of America’s top ten Irish establishments, Quincy
Market’s own Black Rose pub boasts a 30-year tradition of
authentic live music seven nights a week. Seasoned
Bostonians, students and tourists cheerfully rub elbows at
the bar and sing along.
BLEACHER BAR, 82A Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. No
cover. Sun–Wed from 11 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m.
Inside Fenway Park, underneath the bleachers, take in
center field views of America’s most beloved ballpark. With
the feel of a neighborhood pub and featuring a deli-style
menu and cold beer, Bleacher Bar is open all year round.
Fri & Sat—live music.
BRISTOL LOUNGE, Four Seasons Hotel, 200 Boylston St.,
617-338-4400. Sun 11 a.m.–midnight, Mon–Sat ’til 1 a.m.
Jazz entertainers create sounds as lush as the setting on a
Boston-made, antique Steinert piano. Live music nightly.
THE BURREN, 247 Elm St., Davis Square, Somerville, 617776-6896. Daily 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. This popular Irish pub,
located in Somerville’s Davis Square, features traditional Irish
music every night of the week. Rock bands play in the back
room, and hearty fare like burgers, steak and shepherd’s pie
is served along with a large selection of draught beer and
wine. Mon at 8 p.m.—Set dancing lessons; Tue—Open mic.
CASK ’N FLAGON, 62 Brookline Ave., 617-536-4840. Mon–Wed
11:30 a.m.–1 a.m., Thu & Fri ’til 2 a.m., Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun
’til 1 a.m. A hangout for Red Sox fans since the days of Yastrzemski
and Fisk, this classic bar boasts tons of TVs for watching the Sox—
if you get shut out of Fenway Park across the street—and is loaded
with photos depicting the histories of Fenway and the Sox. The
Cask also boasts Oliver’s, a back room nightclub with a dance
floor and second bar. Wed at 8 p.m.—Trivia.
CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Daily 11 a.m.–
1 a.m. Also: Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The model for the
beloved sitcom, this Back Bay pub is one of the top tourist
attractions in Boston. Live weekend entertainment.
CLERY’S, 113 Dartmouth St., 617-262-9874. Daily 11 a.m.–2
a.m. Considered one of the city’s best neighborhood bars, Clery’s
is a cozy bistro and party-friendly bar wrapped all in one. Irish
food and 16 draught beers are served at the bar or by the fireplace, and live DJs and karaoke offer a good time on select nights.
DAISY BUCHANAN’S, 240 Newbury St., 617-247-8516.
Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun ’til midnight. No cover.
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S T E P H A N I E S AVA S
BLEACHER BAR: Located right inside Fenway
Park, this bar and grill offers spectacular views of
the famed ballpark’s outfield. Refer to listing, left.
Located on Boston’s hopping Newbury Street, this casual
singles spot attracts college students, businessmen and
women, and even the occasional professional athlete, and
remains one of the city’s most popular bars. Full kitchen
serves pub-style food seven nights a week.
DEEP ELLUM, 477 Cambridge St., Allston, 617-787-2337.
Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–midnight, Sat 11 a.m.–midnight. Brew
enthusiasts gleefully go the extra distance to Allston just to
sample the expansive menu of high-end draft and cask beers,
complemented by a selection of both classic and unique
cocktails. Enjoy them alongside cuisine that exceeds typical
pub fare, from house-cured meats and steamed pretzels to
beet and chevre terrine and vegan cassoulet.
DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall
Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri
& Sat ’til 1 a.m. Watch for the outrageous antics of Dick’s
sassy staff as they serve up buckets of sloppy ribs, succulent
crab and shrimp, juicy steaks and chicken, two-fisted sandwiches, burgers and salads. If that isn’t entertaining enough,
there’s live music every night with no cover.
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DILLON’S, 955 Boylston St., 617-421-1818. Daily 11 a.m.–2
a.m. Located in the heart of the Back Bay, Dillon’s draws an
older, stylish crowd of young professionals and locals. The
front bar and sunken dining area feature flat-screen TVs,
leather seating and upscale fare.
THE GOOD LIFE, 28 Kingston St., 617-451-2622. Mon–Fri
11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun ’til 10 p.m. This
downtown hotspot is a sleek lounge serving up comfort fare
like mac and cheese and grilled salmon, while hosting con-
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THE HARP, 85 Causeway St., 617-742-1010. Mon–Sat 11
a.m.–2 a.m., Sun noon–2 a.m. Located just across the street
from the Garden, this favorite for area workers and college
students is all things in one: quiet lunch spot, popular pregame hang-out and late-night dancing haven. On weekend
nights you can usually check out a local cover band performing on the first floor stage, and DJs take over the basement
dance floor, allowing you to dance the night away.
THE KINSALE IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT, Two Center Plaza,
Cambridge Street, 617-742-5577. Mon & Tue 11 a.m.–12:30
a.m., Wed–Fri ’til 2 a.m., Sat 10 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun ’til 12:30
p.m. The city’s only Irish pub and restaurant built in Ireland
and shipped to Boston. There is never a cover charge. Tue at
7:30 p.m., Sat at 10 p.m.—Live Irish music; Wed at 6:30
p.m.—Trivia; Thu at 8 p.m.—Karaoke.
KITTY O’SHEA’S, 131 State St., 617-725-0100. Mon–Fri
11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–2 a.m. Pine floors
imported from Belfast and stained glass windows depicting
historical Irish scenes add to the immense character of this
bar, the only U.S. outpost of this European chain of Irish bars.
On weeknights it’s a relaxed place to catch a game on TV or
enjoy live Irish tunes. On weekends, though, it’s packed with
mostly college students who gather to hear some of the
hottest DJs around spin their favorite tracks.
THE LIVING ROOM, 101 Atlantic Ave., 617-723-5101.
Daily 11 a.m.–1 a.m. Really, the name says it all. The Living
Room is comfortable and casual, and the plush, pillowy
couches are just begging you to sink in. Although it’s a highend lounge, there’s no pretention here and the feel is homey.
Creative cocktails and an extensive menu of comfort food favorites are best enjoyed in The Living Room.
LUCKY’S LOUNGE, 355 Congress St., 617-357-5825. Mon–
Fri 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m., Sat 6 p.m.–2 a.m., Sun 10 a.m.–2
a.m. This den of cocktail cool retro-style lounge features a
swank drink menu, downright good food and almost daily live
music. People dance wherever they can find room when the
Motown funk and blues bands take the stage at this hipster
lounge straight out of the ’50s. After a night out on the town,
the “Sinatra Sunday Brunch” is always a swinging time.
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MCGREEVY’S 3RD BASE SALOON, 911 Boylston St., 617262-0911. Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m. Known as the “Birthplace of
Red Sox Nation” and “America’s First Sports Bar and Baseball
Museum,” McGreevy’s 3rd Base Saloon is a can’t-miss
hotspot for all Red Sox fans. Catch the history and spirit of the
game in this Irish pub and sports bar in the Back Bay.
THE PURPLE SHAMROCK, 1 Union St., 617-227-2060. Daily 11
a.m.–2 a.m. Located on the Freedom Trail, The Purple Shamrock
offers an escape from the nearby activity of Quincy Market. Menu
items include burgers, sandwiches, hearty pastas, fresh seafood,
tender steaks and more. After dark, The Purple Shamrock has
nightly entertainment, including a mix of live music. Mon—Trivia
night; Tue—Live music; Wed—Karaoke and DJ.
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THE GREATEST BAR, 262 Friend St., 617-367-0544. Mon–Fri
4 p.m.–2 a.m., Sat & Sun noon–2 a.m. Cover charge varies.
Located across from TD Garden, the home of the Boston
Celtics and Bruins, there’s no better place to sit back, enjoy a
beer or martini, and remember why Boston rocks.
PA N O R A M A
REVOLUTION ROCK BAR, 200 High St., 617-261-4200. Tue–
Fri 4 p.m.–2 a.m. When you love it loud, Revolution Rock Bar
is the perfect place to unleash your inner guitar god. The twolevel bar/restaurant boasts live entertainment Wed–Fri and
DJs on Sat, a dance floor and a casual, unpretentious vibe.
THE SUNSET GRILL & TAP, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of
Harvard and Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. This
popular Allston hangout features Boston’s best beer selection,
with more than 112 beers on tap and over 380 microbrews.
Its food entices too, with award-winning steam beer burgers,
famous curly fries, buffalo wings and giant nachos.
TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., 617-536-1775. Daily
11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. Listen to the sounds of live jazz seven
nights a week while experiencing the breathtaking view atop
Boston’s Prudential Center. Featuring a midnight menu.
WHISKEY PARK, Park Plaza Hotel, 64 Arlington St., 617542-1482. Mon–Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m., Sun 7 p.m.–2 a.m. A
sleek, sophisticated lounge in Boston’s swank Park Plaza
Hotel, Whiskey Park attracts a diverse crowd of internationals
and the occasional celebrity. Finger foods are served alongside an extensive drink menu, and dark wood and dim lighting set the mood.
NIGHTCLUBS
ALIBI, Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., 857-241-1144. Daily 5
p.m.–2 a.m. You’d never believe this swanky hangout in the
luxe Liberty Hotel was once Boston’s infamous Charles Street
Jail. These days, Alibi’s menu of delectable bar bites from
culinary legend Lydia Shire, potent cocktails named for
celebrities (real and imaginary) who’ve walked on the wrong
side of the law (like the John Daly and the Gordon Gekko) and
crowd of fashionable clientele has urban nightlife lovers fighting to get in, rather than out.
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temporary live bands and DJs. Highlights include the extensive vodka selection and local artwork on display.
THE BEEHIVE, 541 Tremont St., 617-423-0069. Nightly 5
p.m.–2 a.m.; Sat & Sun Brunch 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m., bar 3–5
p.m. This South End establishment offers a full and diverse
dinner menu, sophisticated cocktail selection and nightly live
jazz performances, making The Beehive the mature hipster’s
choice for a fun and funky night out.
DISTRICT, 180 Lincoln St., 617-426-0180. Mon & Tue 4
p.m.–2 a.m., Wed, Fri & Sat 7 p.m.–2 a.m., Thu ’til midnight.
This distinctive nightspot in the heart of Boston’s industrial
chic Leather District mixes eclectic décor, shareable appetizers and hearty entrees such as tuna sashimi with delicious
cocktails, while DJs spin nightly, setting a vibe that strikes a
balance between exotic and sensual, laid-back and casual.
GAME ON, 82 Lansdowne St., 617-351-7001. Daily beginning at 11:30 a.m. The ultimate for any sports club enthusiast: a bar/restaurant/nightclub built inside Fenway Park. One
of the brightest jewels in the ongoing renovation of the
Fenway area, this nightspot offers a cool, sleek spot in which
to sample a full menu and watch the Sox and other sporting
events on a number of big-screen TVs.
GYPSY BAR, 116 Boylston St., 617-482-7799. Wed 10 p.m.–
2 a.m., Thu–Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m. Internationals, or locals with a
little international flair, will feel at home in this chic destination in the Theater District. Enjoy tapas-size plates of
Moroccan-spiced chicken legs or fennel-crusted ahi tuna,
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homemade sangria and designer martinis, and DJs spinning
international or Top 40 dance tunes. With its high-style decor,
dimly lit corners and occasional celebrity appearances, the
Gypsy Bar is the place to see and be seen—or just to enjoy a
late-night rendezvous.
HOWL AT THE MOON, 184 High St., 617-292-4695. Mon–Fri
4 p.m.–2 a.m., Sat 6 p.m.–2 a.m. Live music Wed–Sat. Howl
at the Moon is a high-energy, clapping, stomping, dancing,
rock ’n’ roll dueling piano show. Part bar, part sing-along, the
Howl at the Moon experience is centered around two baby
grand pianos and audience participation. Howl at the Moon
also boasts supersized 86-ounce cocktails for groups.
JILLIAN’S BOSTON, 145 Ipswich St. (behind Fenway Park),
617-437-0300. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Sun noon–2 a.m.
Sun–Thu 18+, Fri & Sat 21+ after 8 p.m. One of Boston’s
largest entertainment complexes, this fun and diverse club
features 50 pool tables and six full bars. Lucky Strike Lanes
bowling is located on the third floor, and there’s late-night
dancing at Tequila Rain (“spring break 52 weeks a year”) on
the first floor. Proper dress required.
KINGS, 50 Dalton St., 617-266-2695. Mon 5 p.m.–2 a.m.,
Tue–Sun 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. 21+ after 6 p.m. Kings features
state-of-the-art bowling lanes, pool tables and video technology for sports viewing. With three bars and a full-service
restaurant serving top-notch American cuisine, Kings is truly
a playground for grown-ups. Tue at 8 p.m.—Trivia; Wed at 9
p.m.—Open mic; Thu at 9:30 p.m.—Karaoke; Fri at 9
p.m.—Live jazz.
GAY AND LESBIAN
CLUB CAFE, 209 Columbus Ave., 617-536-0966. Mon–Thu beginning at 4 p.m., Fri & Sat beginning at noon, Sun beginning at
11 a.m. No cover. In the back of this restaurant, you’ll find the
Moonshine and Satellite lounges, voted “Best of Boston” by Boston
magazine and The Improper Bostonian for best gay and lesbian
nightspot. Wed at 9 p.m.—Karaoke; Thu—Video Revolution with VJ
Rompy; Fri—Edge Fridays with DJ Aga; Sat—Mayhem Saturdays,
featuring Top 40 and dance hits; Dec 16 at 7:30 p.m., Dec 17
& 18 at 8 p.m.—It’s Madame With an E, tickets: $25 & 40.
FRITZ, 22 Chandler St., 617-482-4428. Daily noon–2 a.m.
Boston’s best gay sports bar also features the South End’s
best brunch every Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
JACQUES CABARET, 79 Broadway, 617-426-8902. Mon–
Sat 11 a.m.–midnight, Sun noon–midnight. Cover: Fri &
Sat $10; Sun–Thu $6. 21+. Boston’s premier drag bar, where
professional female impersonators strut their stuff nightly. Enjoy
the gloriously tacky décor, the wildly diverse crowd and the
giddy atmosphere. Tue—Mizery Loves Karaoke; Thu—Jacques’
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