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The Beacon at View Boston

4.6
4.6
603 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
If you’re chasing the best views in Boston, look no further! Located atop of the Prudential Tower, View Boston features breathtaking views of the city and an unforgettable Bostonian experience. Enjoy a sunset cocktail while you roam New England’s highest outdoor roof deck. Once you’ve explored the 360-degree observation deck and discovered all Boston has to offer, stop into The Beacon bistro to enjoy seasonally inspired beverages and bites while continuing to enjoy the unbeatable views of the city.

Tickets to View Boston are required to access The Beacon. Guests are encouraged to book a prepaid experience, which includes a general admission ticket. Please note, if you have booked an a la carte reservation, you will need to purchase an admission ticket to go up.
Please also be aware that the time of your reservation is the time to be at the restaurant, but you may enter View Boston at any point before the time of your reservation!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Beacon Bistro Bites

    $99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Your package includes a general admission ticket, a reservation at The Beacon Bistro, two beverages, one appetizer or salad, and one large plate or sandwich. We recommend arriving 60 minutes prior to your reservation to enjoy the views from the 360-degree observation deck, roam the highest outdoor roof deck in New England and explore the experiential elements that highlight various neighborhoods and point of interest throughout the city! Your general admission ticket will be available for pick up at guest services upon your arrival. See you up there!
    Beacon Bistro Bites Photo
  • Celebration Experience

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Toast above the skyline in celebration of your next milestone! Your celebration package includes one Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut Split, one appetizer, one entree, and a shareable dessert for the table! As a special thank you for celebrating your special occasion with us, you will receive a complimentary ticket to visit us again!
    Celebration Experience Photo
  • Sunday Brunch

    $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Start your Sunday morning with Boston's newest brunch offering! Enjoy mimosas, bloody Mary's, sweet & savory brunch items, and panoramic views of the city. Your brunch package includes one alcoholic beverage, one brunch item, and a general admission ticket. *Alcoholic beverage inclusion excludes flights.
    Sunday Brunch Photo

What 603 people are saying

The Beacon at View Boston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beacon at View Boston offers an unparalleled dining experience with "the best view" of the city. Guests rave about the "delicious food," expertly crafted cocktails, and friendly, professional service. The prix fixe and package deals are "an exceptional value," making it a top choice for special occasions and visitors to Boston.
603 Reviews
  1. sophia

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    0% Visibility… Payed 300$ for bar food. Server was nice but horrible experience

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  2. Sigourney

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ramon was amazing! Experience was absolutely wonderful and the food is always good

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  3. Jennifer

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good. The menu for brunch was a bit limited. The access was a bit frustrating

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  4. Jason

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I did not expect to pay an entry fee to go to the restaurant. I explained to them I just wanted to go to the restaurant not the rest of the sky view in order to go to the restaurant, they said you have to pay to get in. They did validate my parking which part from 42 to 20.

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  5. Johanna

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful place. Bartender is highly skilled and did a fantastic job. Server was very polite and friendly. The view was outstanding. Definitely a place for couples to enjoy.

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  6. Marian

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were looking for someplace to celebrate our birthdays and The Beacon at View Boston gave us the complete package. Good food and great service wrapped in an excellent dining experience with an unbeatable view! The prix fixe meal was an exceptional value, full menu options plus a well crafted cocktail and fine wine with the meal and, finally, a luscious slice of chocolate cake to complete our celebration. We were fortunate to dine mid-week, off season so essentially had the place to ourselves. I'm sure The Beacon's July 4th offering would be bustling but what a view for watching the Esplanade fireworks. Certainly, many visitors to our fine city enjoy this experience, but I would recommend The Beacon at View Boston to any locals who enjoy shopping the Pru and enjoy a good meal out with an unbeatable view.

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  7. Devaka

    Edinburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great view of Boston Good Food good cocktails and wine

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  8. Randy VIP

    Baltimore22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and delicious food. Ramon was an outstanding waiter!!!

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  9. Joyce

    Nashville5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The VIEW of Boston was simply breathtaking which made our experience unique and different. The menu was simple but nice selections. My smashburger was incredible and delicious my husbands' lobster open sandwich was good but he said it needed more flavor, kind of bland. The service was very good and we felt well taken care of.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall, would definitely go back the next time we’re in town! Everything was great!

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FAQs

The Beacon at View Boston is rated 4.6 stars by 603 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Beacon at View Boston

800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
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