Downtown tonight w/ no reservations?
Ok, I am looking for a place where 2 of us can go without reservations in the downtown, to Beacon Hill area. Specs are:
1. Can sit down w/in a reasonable time for 2 people, bar is also acceptable (maybe even preferred)
2. Great food (shocker)
3. Price is not so much an issue
So, assume I am getting off at the Park St. T stop and can go anywhere in walking distance. I know this is very broad, but we are not picky and just want a great meal. Personal favorites are welcomed and looked forward to. Thanks.
p.s. was thinking KO Prime, but got semi scared off by some negative reviews.
ebone
Sep 12, 2007 11:01AM
I would suggest the bar at Mistral. Great food and one of the best bars in Boston. Mistral is on Columbus Ave between Berkley and Clarendon
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The bar at No. 9 Park. As close as you can get to the Park St. T and one of the best spots in the city... the bar especially!
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The Bar at No 9 is a strong possibility. Any dishes you like in particular?
Any other spots?
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The prune-gnocchi are awesome. I also really liked the duck preparation they did when I was there earlier in the summer. They also make very good cocktails. I very much liked the Palmyra.
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Sorellina near the library is a good choice, as well. Big enough that you will likely be able to get in on a Wednesday night; No. 9, not such a sure thing due to its size. Nice bar area at Sorellina as well.
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Bar at No. 9 has some lovely salad plates on the cafe menu: heirloom tomatoes, cucumber salad with crab. It's not my favorite in town, but the steak tartare is very good.
Other bar-dining options nearby that are good for walk-ins: Avila (I like many of their small plates), Davio's, Excelsior (downstairs bar only), and Troquet (watch out for the pre-theater crush). More budget-friendly is Silvertone and Bin 26.
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