Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in West End

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Ostra

4.9

Exceptional(4507)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 52 times today

Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

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2. The Hourly Oyster House

4.7

Exceptional(1421)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Cambridge

Booked 50 times today

The Hourly Oyster House is a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood outpost in the heart of Harvard Square, where guests can enjoy thoughtfully sourced and playfully prepared seafood and oysters from New England and beyond, as well as a carefully crafted selection of signature cocktails, beer and wine. With a focus on seafood, The Hourly serves up New England classics in a dynamic and airy space.

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3. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Boston

4.6

Exceptional(4241)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 31 times today

The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. You'll find out why The Oceanaire has been voted one of the best seafood restaurants in the country.

4. Nash Bar & Stage

4.1

Excellent(333)

Price: Moderate

• American • Beacon Hill

Booked 22 times today

Nash Bar & Stage is a restaurant & bar that brings a little bit of Nashville to Boston; serving up Southern-style vittles alongside live music. Nash is the most recent restaurant under the umbrellas of the Buttermilk & Bourbon Group & partner Chef Jason Santos. We are located in Boston's famous theatre district right across from the Wang & Wilbur theaters! We have two floors that host live music, line dancing & Nashville style songwriter circles. Our atmosphere is high energy, casual with a fun country vibe & features the amazing food Chef Santos is renowned for.

5. Marseille

4.2

Awesome(398)

Price: Expensive

• French • South End

Booked 67 times today

Modern French Cuisine Our offerings are influenced by the Mediterranean Basin's exotic flavors and diverse cultures, including Southern France, Greece, Italy, Jordan, North Africa, and Spain. Marseille is at the epicenter of it all.Chef Samuel Aizier created a menu with flavors inspired by the sea, mountains, and the region's colorful fruits and vegetables. He creates pictorial dishes playing with textures and bold contrasts with flavors that bring a new meaning to fine dining in Boston. We offer free validated parking in the adjacent lot for up to four hours.

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6. Boston Chops - Downtown Crossing

4.6

Exceptional(1116)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Crossing

Booked 20 times today

Boston Chops Downtown is a casual, yet refined twist on the classic American steakhouse. Impeccable service and top quality nose-to-tail dining combine in a modern, urban atmosphere.

7. Harvest

4.6

Exceptional(5188)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 56 times today

A steady Harvard Square presence for almost 50 years, Harvest embodies the ever-evolving spirit of Cambridge and deep respect for culinary tradition. Our seasonal menus marry the innovation of contemporary cooking with a timeless respect for American culinary traditions and an emphasis on local farmers and purveyors. Our spacious bar, fireside dining, and hidden gem of a patio each offer a welcome reprieve from the fast-paced world happening just outside our doors.Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Saturday/Sunday Brunch with seating on our seasonal outdoor Garden Terrace. We highly recommend making a reservation; outside tables are available weather permitting and may be requested but cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Harvest offers Private Dining from 15 to 60 people. Sit-down lunches, dinners, and receptions are just some of the Private Functions Harvest can provide.

8. STK - Boston

4.3

Awesome(1104)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Back Bay

Booked 74 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

9. Back Deck

4.2

Awesome(1970)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 15 times today

Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Back Deck brings the outdoors inside with details like exterior carriage lighting and glazed brick in the dining room and an open kitchen that invites guests to watch the flame-licked fun. Back serves polished takes on cookout classics as well as dishes cooked over an open flame at homes across the globe. Almost all of the menu is grilled on three hardwood charcoal grills hand-picked to accommodate many differing options.

10. Artisan Bistro

4.5

Awesome(1106)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Theater District

Booked 21 times today

Artisan Bistro is a modern and inviting dining room dressed in rich dark and light woods with elegant European design elements. Accents of black, off-white, cognac, blues and warm grays echo a classic bistro look and feel. Crafted wood wainscoting throughout the room and soft ambient lighting from above highlight the white-washed, wood floors to further enhance the bistro-like setting. New stitched-leather booth seating lines the dramatic floor to ceiling wall of windows overlooking Avery Street and two high-top u-shaped booths frame the space on either end. Additional cluster seating is intimate and close, allowing for easy conversation and lively exchange. Artisan Bistro features fresh, local seasonal dishes that present artisanal cooking in an approachable way.

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Alison
Adelaide •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We came for dinner and they had live music. The staff was so wonderful! We were running late from traffic and the hostess was so kind to us and assured me they’d hold our reservation. The food and drinks were quick and delicious. We’ll be back thank you!
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Nash Bar & StagePrice: Moderate• American• Beacon Hill
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4.1
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Jeffreyvip
Greater Boston •248 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Bar staff was amazing. The teamwork was flawless and they were just incredibly pleasant people. Food was immaculate as always. A perfectly cooked Fillet and the delicious lobster made the night. In and out quick as we had a theatre show.
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OstraPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Back Bay
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4.9
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J
Greater Boston •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Celebrating a birthday here is special, especially when you get a server like Enrique. 😍 Kudos to the chef for the light and flakey baked haddock. The baked Alaska presentation was awesome!
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Oceanaire Seafood Room - BostonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Financial District
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4.6
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Joe
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a lovely meal and experience last night at The Hourly. Tasty oysters, creamy rich lobster bisque, wonderful brussels, etc. And the prices aren't terrible for Cambridge. We've recommended to others.
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The Hourly Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Cambridge
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4.7
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Mikevip
Greater Boston •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Went to Loire Valley Wine Dinner and was very happy with the experience. The food and wine pairing was terrific and the value even better. We ate early so not crowded but not sure why, I will definitely be back for the next one. Well done thanks!
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MarseillePrice: Expensive• French• South End
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4.2

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Ostra

2. The Hourly Oyster House

3. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Boston

4. Nash Bar & Stage

5. Marseille

6. Boston Chops - Downtown Crossing

7. Harvest

8. STK - Boston

9. Back Deck

10. Artisan Bistro

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