O Ya
O Ya is known for having some of the finest Japanese cuisine anywhere. The New York Times named it the best new restaurant in the country in 2008. The restaurant is located in Boston's historic Leather District on the waterfront. It's housed in a old firehouse right off a cobblestone walkway. An inconspicous door leads to this tiny restaurant with seating for 37 people. The menu has more than 80 dishes with the front page of the menu devoted to sushi and sashimi.
O Ya
9 East St.
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 654-9900
No. 9 Park
No. 9 Park is a European-style restaurant located in an elegant townhouse on Beacon Hill overlooking Boston Common. Entrees are a blend of Italian and French cuisine, ranging from stuffed ravioli to halibut and duck. The restaurant is known for its top-rated prune-stuffed gnochhi. The wine list is extensive. Reservations are recommended and can be made online.
No. 9 Park
9 Park St.
Boston, MA 02108
no9park.com
Mamma Maria
Mamma Maria is known for some of the finest Italian food in Boston. The restaurant is located in Boston's North End in a 17th-century row house a few door down from Paul Revere's house. It has five private dining rooms and its main dining room is candlelit, making it perfect for romantic dinners. The menu is handmade pasta and seafood dishes.
Mamma Maria
3 North Square
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 523-0077
mammamaria.com
Abe & Louie's
Abe & Louie's is an award-winning upscale steakhouse. It's clubroom atmosphere, with leather chairs and booths, and an upscale lounge make it a favorite of Bostonians. It serves the finest cuts of beef aged six weeks and excellent crab cakes. Its signature dish is the swordfish chop. Call in advance to reserve this specialty. The restaurant has more than 200 wines on its wine list.
Abe & Louie's
793 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 536-6300
abeandlouies.com
Union Oyster House
Union Oyster House is the oldest restaurant in America, serving diners since 1826. The restaurant is designated as a National Historic Landmark. It serves up typical Boston fare such as baked and stuffed lobster, clam chowder, oysters and fish and chips. John F. Kennedy was a regular. Reservations are not required but be prepared to wait in line at peak times.
Union Oyster House
41 Union St.
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 227-2750
unionoysterhouse.com
