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1. Buttermilk & Bourbon
4.5
Awesome(3440)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Back Bay
Booked 96 times today
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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2. Bar Mezzana
4.7
Exceptional(1410)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South End
Booked 37 times today
Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts. Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!
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3. Contessa - Boston
4.7
Exceptional(80)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 74 times today
Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.
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4. Row 34 - Boston
4.8
Exceptional(2360)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Fort Point Channel
Booked 110 times today
We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus. Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).
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5. Row 34 - Cambridge
4.7
Exceptional(315)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Cambridge
Booked 25 times today
We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus.Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 Boston, Row 34 Burlington, Row 34 Portsmouth, NH.
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6. FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar
4.3
Awesome(3257)
Price: Moderate
• American • Back Bay
Booked 81 times today
FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar is a fantastic choice for a date night! With its interactive dining experience, you can cook up your own masterpiece at the open flame grill. Reviewers rave about the fun atmosphere, great food, and friendly staff. One review says, 'Great, fun place to have a night out! Food is great, super friendly staff.' The restaurant is also versatile, catering to large groups and people with dietary restrictions. So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a quick bite, FiRE+iCE is the perfect place for a fun, casual date night.
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7. MIDA - Fenway
4.6
Exceptional(50)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 37 times today
MIDA by Chef Douglass William's is now open in the bustling Fenway neighborhood. This outpost of our James Beard Nominated restaurant group is situated just a few blocks from Fenway Park within close walking distance to several destinations including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Beth Israel Medical Campus. Come enjoy staple dishes from our scratch kitchen such as Gnocchi Cacio e Pepe, New Haven-Style thin crust pizza, crispy Arancini, and much more. The restaurant features a contemporary but comfortable aesthetic that lends itself to any occasion from the perfect date night, a quick lunch, or large private events. Vaulted ceilings, sprawling windows, a gorgeous lighting profile, and a covered patio make this location the perfect Fenway escape. The restaurant also features a 15 seat bar that is open for walk-ins seven days a week. We are thrilled to be a part of this neighborhood and cannot wait to welcome you into our home. XOXO MIDA
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8. Bostonia Public House
4.5
Awesome(3112)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Financial District
Booked 69 times today
Bostonia Public House offers a sophisticated, yet sociable dining experience that makes it a great spot for date nights. Reviews highlight the 'imaginative and locally inspired cuisine', 'intelligent wine and cocktail lineups', and 'live entertainment', all contributing to the perfect atmosphere for a romantic evening out. With its 'fabulous atmosphere' and 'exquisite food and drinks', it's a place that sets the tone for a memorable date night.
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9. No Relation
4.8
Exceptional(141)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • South End
Booked 10 times today
No Relation is a sushi restaurant with a unique, intimate experience. As one reviewer noted, it's an 'intimate dining experience' with only nine seats. Another praised it as a 'memorable and special meal' with an 'exquisite' food. The personalized service and chef-led omakase menu make it perfect for a romantic date night. It's a 'communal' atmosphere where all guests partake in the same Omakase, adding to the exclusive and special feel.
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10. Forcella
4.7
Exceptional(954)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North End
Booked 19 times today
Forcella is bringing old-world Italian food to the North End of Boston.Nino Trotta — who owns Forcella alongside his girlfriend, general manager and co-owner Shannon MacGowan, and his brother, wine director Christian Trotta — say that the cozy, candlelit vibe of the restaurant sets Forcella apart in a sea of massive North End restaurants.“It’s tiny, 30 seats,” he said. “It’s perfect for a date.”The kitchen team has designed a menu that includes dishes from all over Italy, with a slight lean toward Naples, where the Trotta family is from. Primi dishes include meatballs, crispy quail, while pastas range from linguine alle vongole and risotto to gnocchi with braised rabbit. Salmon, ribeye, round out the menu.

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  • jenn
    Montreal / Quebec •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    This was our 2nd time visiting from montreal and we were blown away again! Food 100. Service 2000. Xoxo jenn and jon
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    Waverly Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• American• Charlestown
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    4.8
  • susanVIP
    Greater Boston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Bar Mezzana never disappoints. We attended the Feast of the Seven Fishes offering. Everything was excellent. Really well formulated menu with perfect wine pairings. I didn’t think I liked smelts-they proved me wrong!
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    Bar MezzanaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South End
    •
    4.7
  • Cheri
    New Hampshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    From the moment you walk in the door, it’s as if you stepped back in time. The pink Christmas theme going throughout was adorable. Everyone was friendly and the food was phenomenal. My party especially liked the lasagna, that’s only served on Sundays. The one and only downfall is their house Cabernet is not good. That is the only one you can buy by the glass so you have to buy a bottle. But no problem they wrap it up for you to take home.  I cannot wait to go back.
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    Ciao RomaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North End
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    4.8
  • Kenny
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 19, 2024
    This place was amazing I brought my partner here and they fell head over heels in love with it, the price made sense when you considered you get both quality and quantity here I definitely plan on coming back
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    FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Back Bay
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    4.3
  • Katie
    Greater Boston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 16, 2024
    I did not love the tagliatelle - too rich and creamy. But the pasta is homemade so that’s a plus!
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    MIDA - FenwayPrice: Expensive• Italian• Fenway–Kenmore
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    4.6

Discover best date night restaurants in Back Bay

Explore the enchanting dining scene of Back Bay, Boston, where each restaurant offers a unique blend of ambiance and cuisine perfect for a romantic date night. From interactive grills where you can create your culinary masterpieces to cozy, elegant steakhouses, Back Bay's diverse offerings cater to all tastes and preferences. Enjoy the historic charm of Newbury Street from a restaurant patio, or indulge in fine Italian or Nouveau American cuisine in stylish, intimate settings. Each spot is highly praised for its excellent food, outstanding service, and atmosphere that adds a special touch to any evening. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a delightful dinner out, Back Bay ensures a memorable date night with a variety of top-rated dining experiences. Discover the perfect place to connect and share a meal in one of Boston's most picturesque neighborhoods.

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