Best Historic Restaurants in West End

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1. Tavern In The Square - North Station

4.6

Exceptional(362)

Price: Moderate

• American • West End

Booked 4 times today

Tavern in the Square North Station is located in the heart of downtown Boston, across from TD Garden. Since opening, North Station has been the go-to spot for Sunday football, Bruins, & Celtics games as well as other Boston Garden events. We offer patio seating with a comfy lounge for when the weather is right, a bar area surrounded by TV’s, & a dining room for a more intimate setting that is still close to the action. We offer 50 beers on tap, seasonal cocktails with fresh ingredients & food that you & your friends will talk about all week. Be sure to come by for weekend brunch where we mix in classics with fun inspired new favorites! Centrally located adjacent to MBTA’s orange, green & purple lines, our North Station location provides the perfect base camp for a fun day’s excursion into historic Boston or to have a quick bite & drink before catching your train home.Follow us on Instagram: @taverninthesquare

2. Alcove

4.4

Awesome(1853)

Price: Expensive

• American • West End

Booked 29 times today

A welcoming neighborhood restaurant on the edge of Boston’s West End, Alcove is filled with comfortable American fare with a New England seafood flair & great cocktails from hospitality veteran Tom Schlesinger-Guidelli. Both the airy dining room and large patio look out onto the Charles River & provide spectacular views of the Zakim Bridge. A stones throw away from the Garden, and within walking distance of the North End, Paul Revere House, Faneuil Hall, Freedom Trail, Downtown, Charlestown Navy Yard, USS Constitution, Tea Party ships + museum, Haymarket, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, State House, ferries, & the Greenway. We offer a variety of unique spaces for private groups of 12 to larger groups of 270.

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3. West End Johnnie's

4.6

Exceptional(728)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Faneuil Hall

Booked 12 times today

Johnnie's is a collection of memories for all. Personally autographed pictures and genuine memorabilia of your favorite movie stars, politicians, athletes and musicians. Casual, upscale dining in a great location. Set on the side of the "Old West End" just blocks away from North Station, the TD Bank North Garden, historic Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. The decor consists of a combination of light and dark woods, copper, brass and luxurious leather with huge floor to ceiling windows that you must see to appreciate. The menu consists of contemporary American classics with various, multi-ethnic influences. We open at 4pm every Tuesday through Saturday for dinner,as well as our famous Reggae brunch from 11am to 3pm on Sundays. We are also open Mondays with Garden events and we do open early for afternoon games and concerts. For reservations of groups larger than 6, please call to check for availability.

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4. TreMonte Restaurant - North End

4.3

Awesome(182)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 3 times today

Located in Boston's historic North End, TreMonte Restaurant & Bar serves authentic northern Italian cuisine in a stylish, comfortable environment. Please stop by for dinner or drinks. It will be our pleasure to serve you.

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5. Union Oyster House

4.3

Awesome(8665)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Faneuil Hall

Booked 107 times today

The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.

6. Prima

4.8

Exceptional(753)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Charlestown

Booked 49 times today

Located on the edge of City Square Park in Charlestown, Prima is an energetic Italian celebration of reimagined classics. Our beautifully restored grand bar and dining room – which overlooks the park as well as the city skyline – strives to honor our building’s past and its prestigious placement at the gate of this historic Boston neighborhood.

7. Ciao Roma

4.8

Exceptional(1034)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 33 times today

Italian restaurant using the freshest ingredients and house-made pasta. Focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, we serve a full bar and curated wine list. Located on the historic Freedom Trail overlooking North Square.

8. Estella

4.1

Excellent(604)

Price: Expensive

• American • Beacon Hill

Booked 59 times today

Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.

9. Mare

4.6

Exceptional(2899)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 49 times today

Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine. Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

10. Arya Trattoria

4.6

Exceptional(2749)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 33 times today

Located in Boston's historic North End, Arya Trattoria features a mix of modern and old world Italian cuisine while paying homage to Massimo family roots from abruzzi influences. The menu is built on a foundation of simple, fresh pastas and antipasti, as well as a healthy dose of grilled meats, fish, and poultry dishes. Well-loved favorites like limoncello marinated shrimp, Cavetelli con Agnello, and massimo's grandmother's Porchetta

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LeslieVIP
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Love this place. Food is great and staff are so kind and attentive. Not sure why they cram tables so close to door. I get wanting to maximize space but makes for an unpleasant experience on what would otherwise be so great.
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West End Johnnie'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Faneuil Hall
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4.6
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YvonneVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was really good from the complimentary cornbread to the Boston cream pie. We had the cold plate with clams, oysters, and shrimp and a cold lobster roll. It was a slow night off-season but still amazing. Our server was attentive and the overall ambiance was nice.
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Union Oyster HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Faneuil Hall
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4.3
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Shelly
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Good food and service! Would come again. Chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries were delish!
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Tavern In The Square - North StationPrice: Moderate• American• West End
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4.6
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JamesVIP
Greater Boston •151 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Terrific appetizers and entreees; the burgers are phenomenal and the Halibut absolutely delicious. I suggest the Shisito Peppers and Green Beans as sides. The Chocolate Mouse Pistachio dessert was a nice finish. Hats off to the entire staff for making the evening special.
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AlcovePrice: Expensive• American• West End
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4.4
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DAILYSTEFANIEEE
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Super friendly service and delicious food! The restaurant isn’t too loud either and rather quiet.
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TreMonte Restaurant - North EndPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.3

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67 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern In The Square - North Station

2. Alcove

3. West End Johnnie's

4. TreMonte Restaurant - North End

5. Union Oyster House

6. Prima

7. Ciao Roma

8. Estella

9. Mare

10. Arya Trattoria

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