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ON THE COVER: Saint Anthony’s Feast in the North End. Photo: Mattconti.com. photos (top to bottom): Courtesy of Tresca; Liz Nofziger: Bounce by Melissa Blackall Photography; courtesy of Mass. Office of Travel & Tourism
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Schedule of Events 95th Anniversary Italian Street Festival in honor of “The Feast of All Feasts” AUGUST 29–31, 2014 Endicott, Thacher & North Margin Streets North End, Boston
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 7 PM Opening Ceremonies The exposition and blessing of the statue of Saint Anthony, devotees and the streets of the North End followed by a short procession. 7:30 PM Enjoy a wonderful musical performance by The Italian Connection on the main stage. All Weekend Culinary Stage & Tasting Tent featuring Boston’s best chefs and New England Center for Arts & Technology students showcasing their “Cucina Italiana.” Stop by for some fabulous demonstrations and tastings. Open Air Piazza Enjoy an imported ice cold Stella Artois Beer or a glass of vino by The Naked Grape and of course a slice of its world famous pizza. SATURDAY, AUGUST 30 NOON Mix 104.1 and host Fast Freddy present “15 Seconds of Fame.” Contestants sing their hearts out for the title and prize on the main stage.
7 PM Dance the night away to the spectacular sounds of Imagine playing your favorite Italian and American hits of all eras. SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 10:30 AM Mass celebrated in Italian in honor of Saint Anthony at Saint Leonard of Port Maurice Church, Hanover Street, North End. NOON Grand Procession of Saint Anthony Join us for the start of the 10-hour grand procession. The statue of Saint Anthony is carried through the streets of the North End accompanied by Italian street bands, award-winning drum & bugle corps, school marching bands, sponsor floats and color guard. 2 PM Enjoy the afternoon at the Feast while listening to a wonderful musical performance by Imagine on the main stage. 7 PM Dance and sing along to classic Italian American entertainment by Seabreeze featuring Stephen Savio on the main stage.
2:30 PM Entertainment continues on the main stage with Boston’s own Stephen Savio singing the songs you love.
9:30 PM Feast Grand Finale Saint Anthony returns to Endicott Street amidst confetti and streamers.
5 PM Outdoor Celebration of The Eucharist Celebrate a special mass in honor of Saint Anthony. Followed by the Blessing with the Relic of Saint Anthony and Distribution of Blessed Saint Anthony Bread.
10:45 PM Traditional candlelight last walk of Saint Anthony to the chapel for the Opening Ceremonies of the Feast of Santa Lucia. Exposition and blessing of the Statue of Santa Lucia and devotees followed by a short procession.
6 PM Benvenuti Parade Join the members and Italian street bands in a neighborhood parade welcoming neighbors and visitors to the Feast.
MONDAY, September 1 NOON Enjoy Salvy’s Party Music playing oldies and all your favorites on the main stage with special guest singers.
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3 PM Procession of Santa Lucia Join us for the solemn procession, as the statue of Santa Lucia is carried through the streets of the North End accompanied by Italian street bands, flower girls and color guard. 6:30 PM Dance and sing along to the sounds of Smokin’ Joe & The Henchmen. Listen to the oldies you remember while enjoying an old-fashioned feast night in the neighborhood. 10:15 PM Drawing and announcement of the Saint Lucy Society Charity Raffle. 10:30 PM A candlelight procession accompanies the statue of Santa Lucia to the chapel for closing ceremonies. 2014 Sponsors
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rought to Boston by Italian immigrants from the small mountain town of Montefalcione, Saint Anthony’s Feast has been celebrated with the same European flair for the past 95 years. To honor their patron saint, the immigrants of Montefalcione formed the non-profit organization San Antonio Di Padova Montefalcione Inc. nearly a century ago to keep their Italian and Catholic traditions alive in Boston. Having premiered in 1919, Saint Anthony’s Feast is traditionally held in the streets of the North End on the weekend of the last Sunday in August. Celebrated all over the world, Saint Anthony of Padua is one of the most popular and beloved saints in the Catholic religion. Ever lost your keys? Pray to Saint Anthony to help you find them, as he is referred to as the “finder of lost articles.” He was the secondfastest person to be canonized as a saint, recognized less than one year after his death. He also holds the title Doctor of the Church, an honor bestowed upon only a few esteemed Catholics. Today, his namesake Feast celebrates this revered holy figure with a plethora of parades, religious services, Italian cuisine and beautiful displays of admiration throughout the North End. The highlight of the Feast is the 10-hour procession of the statue of Saint Anthony through the streets of the North End accompanied by devotees, marching bands and floats. The statue of the Saint then returns to his chapel as confetti and streamers cascade from the rooftops. Bostonians, Italians and non-Italians alike come together to honor Saint Anthony and celebrate the end of summer in the city. There’s an abundance of live entertainment, contests, religious services and, of course, delicious Italian food for sale from more than 100 pushcarts. Join the revelry this year from August 29-31 and experience what no less than National Geographic has declared as the “feast of all feasts.” —Melanie Potter BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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the North End Satisfy your cravings for food, shopping and history in Boston’s oldest neighborhood By Scott Roberto
Regina Pizzeria
Although Regina locations have spread beyond the confines of the North End, the original restaurant is a Boston landmark that has churned out unbeatable brick oven pizza since 1926. Stop by its cozy confines for a pitcher of beer and a pie, or order online, seven days a week. 11½ Thacher St., 617-227-0765, reginapizzeria.com
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Terramia
This intimate eatery screams “date night.” And the menu—featuring such delectable Italian treats as frittelle di aragosta (lobster fritters) and gnocchi Sorrentina—is enough to make anyone fall in love. 98 Salem St., 617-523-3112, terramiaristorante.com
Caffe Pompei
Whether you’re in the mood for a plate of pasta, a slice of pizza, a bite of tiramisu, some refreshing gelato or just a leisurely cappuccino, Caffe Pompei—located just steps off the Freedom Trail—is the place to satisfy all cravings. 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562
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Officina 189
Operated by Milan native Fabrizio Di Rienzo, this charming little shop specializes in high-end Italianmade products, including hardto-find, hand-made perfumes like Nobile 1942 (pictured). 189 North St., 857-233-4300, officina189.com
Paul Revere Mall
Dedicated in 1933, this shaded concourse (sometimes called “The Prado”) is home to two Boston icons: the Old North Church and Cyrus Dallin’s Paul Revere statue, installed in 1940. It also houses a decorative fountain that acts as a soothing oasis on a hot day. Between Hanover and Unity streets
Tresca
Boasting a unique two-seat table on a second-floor balcony overlooking bustling Hanover Street, this upscale dining hotspot also features a menu of authentic Italian fare and an award-winning wine list. If you come on the right night, maybe you’ll spy co-owner (and Boston Bruins legend) Ray Bourque. 233 Hanover St., 617-742-8240, trescanorthend.com
North Square
This historic, cobblestone-lined area is home to the Paul Revere House, the oldest existing residence in Boston, as well as the circa 1711 Pierce-Hichborn House, a National Historic Landmark run by the Paul Revere Memorial Association. Between North Square and Moon Street
The Skinny House
At 10.4 feet wide, the “Skinny House” is aptly nicknamed. Allegedly erected to block another home’s view due to a family feud over an unevenly divided property inheritance, this unusual, Civil War-era domicile could also be called “the house that spite built.” 44 Hull St.
North End Market Tours Lucca Restaurant & Bar
A North End fixture since 2000, Lucca offers a tantalizing menu of Northern Italian specialties along with creative dishes utilizing the freshest seasonal produce from local farms. The restaurant also features a superior bar stocked with an award-winning array of boutique wine, exotic liquor, Port, grappa and more. 226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200, luccaboston.com middle photos (l to r): Derek Kouyoumjian, Lizz Scannell, Claire Esparros; bottom photos (L to R): Karen Kelly, Margarita Polivtseva
Chef and longtime North End resident Michele Topor leads visitors on a tasty tour through the neighborhood’s narrow streets, making stops for pasticcerias, prosciutto and aperitivi along the way. 855-249-1163, bostonfoodtours.com BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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Treat yourself to mouthwatering meals at some of Boston’s finest restaurants. From August 17–22 and 24–29, 200 eateries throughout the Boston area are offering specially designed, prix fixe menus at affordable price points. Hosted by the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau and American Express, Dine Out Boston (refer to listing, page 20) provides locals and visitors an opportunity to sample some of the area’s best food—from restaurants like Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse (pictured), Antico Forno, Back Deck, Gaslight and The Hungry I—without breaking the bank. Lunch ranges from $15–25 and dinner from $28–38. Now’s your chance to indulge! For a full list of restaurants, check out dineoutboston.com.
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Paddle power
This summer, the Boston Center for the Arts (539 Tremont St., 617-426-5000, bcaonline.org) is trying out something truly off-the-wall. Artist Resident Liz Nofziger brings ping-pong to the BCA Plaza with her public art project entitled, appropriately enough, Bounce. Nofziger has installed three regulation-sized tables side-by-side for competitors to show their stuff and make art in the process. No need to bring your own gear—paddles and ping-pong balls are provided around the clock, free of charge. As long as you bring yourself and a good attitude, you have nothing to lose. Each bounce of the ball is captured and amplified, to further enhance the experience. Not only do players become part of the installation, amateurs and experts alike will have a “ball” doing so.
Breaking the Fourth Wall
Ever wondered what it’s like to tap dance over Antarctica with Mumble from Happy Feet? With the brand-new 4-D Theater at the Museum of Science (refer to listing, page 24), guests can enjoy a full sensory experience that brings films to life, quite literally. 4-D special effects include wind, misting water, blowing snow, bubbles, scents and even tremors beneath the feet, making the audience feel like they are a key part of the on-screen action. Moviegoers have the option to explore the jungle with Nickelodeon’s Dora & Diego, journey to the frozen tundra to meet Mumble or swim alongside the dolphins with Planet Earth: Shallow Seas. Don’t just see whales breach in air (in 3-D), feel the ocean spray, too! All films are kid friendly, so bring the family for some “in your face” entertainment. —Melanie Potter middle photO: Liz Nofziger: Bounce by Melissa Blackall Photography/Mills Gallery, Boston Center for the Arts, through October 15; bottom photo: SimEx-Iwerks
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This PGA Tour event, part of the FedExCup Playoffs, hosts the top 100 players in the country and the biggest names in golf. Past years’ tournaments have seen luminaries like Sergio Garcia, Phil Mickelson and Rory McIlroy. The event is preceded by a one-day Pro-Am competition. Professional Golfers Association, Tournament Players Club of Boston, 400 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, 508-285-8333. $25–175. Aug 27–Sep 1.
Classical Boston Landmarks Orchestra DCR Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade, 617-987-2000, landmarksorchestra.org. Free and open to the public; concerts begin at 7 p.m. This classical ensemble helmed by Music Director Christopher Wilkins presents its annual summer season of outdoor concerts by the Charles River. Aug 20—Rhapsody in Green; Aug 27—O’er the Land of the Free: Bicentennial of The Star– Spangled Banner.
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Dick Doherty’s Comedy Den Below Howl at the moon 184 High St., 800-401-2221, dickdoherty. com. Shows Thu–Sat. $15 & 20. National headliners with a Boston connection and local comedians are joined by Boston’s next superstars.
Laugh boston Westin Seaport WaterInside Tip: front Hotel, 425 SumLaugh Boston is mer St., 617-725-2844, located next to the Boston Convention laughboston.com. Bos& Exhibition Center ton’s newest comedy near the South club, the stand–up sibBoston waterfront. ling to Improv Asylum, features premier stand–up comedy, including a weekly show called Legends of Boston Comedy, as well as national acts. Aug 19 & 20 at 8 p.m.—5 Funny Females, $20 & 25; Aug 21 & 22 at 8 p.m., Aug 23 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Erik Griffin, $20 & 25; Aug 28 & 29 at 8 p.m., Aug 30 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Keith Alberstadt, $20 & 25; Sep 4 & 5 at 8 p.m., Sep 6 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Alonzo Bodden, $20 & 25; Sep 11 & 12 at 8 p.m., Sep 13 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Mitch Fatel, $20 & 25.
Improv Asylum 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887, improv asylum.com. $5–25, dinner packages available. Some of Boston’s top improvisational
Nick’s Comedy Stop 100 Warrenton St., 617-438-1068, nicks comedystop.com. $20. Nick’s is the city’s longest–running comedy club. Aug 22 & 23
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MUGAR OMNI THEATER
This IMAX theater presents larger–than–life images on a five–story high domed screen. Now showing: Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk; Jerusalem; Journey to the South Pacific; Pandas: The Journey Home (pictured). Museum of Science, 617–723–2500 or 617–333–FILM, mos.org. $10; seniors $9; children (3–11) $8. Discounted admission after 6 p.m.
Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700, thewilbur theatre.com. This venue hosts comedic headliners as well as national musical talent. Aug 30 at 7 p.m.—Jim Breuer, $29; Sep 6 at 7 p.m.—Maz Jobrani, $29 & 39; Sep 12 at 7:30 p.m.—R-Rated Hypnotist Frank Santos Jr., $21 & 25; Sep 13 at 7 p.m.—Loni Love, $20 & 25.
Film Bright Family Screening Room Paramount Center, 559 Washington St., 617-824-8400. $10. Visit artsemerson .org for full schedule. Emerson College’s state–of–the–art screening room features a variety of classic films. Coolidge Corner Theatre 290 Harvard St., Brookline, 617-734-2500, coolidge.org. Call for showtimes and full schedule. $10.25; students, seniors, children (under 12) & matinees (before 5 p.m.) $8.25. This beloved theater shows art house, inde-
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current events Simons IMAX Theatre New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, Inside Tip: 866-815-4629, neaq. At nearly six org. Open daily at 9:30 stories high, the giant Simons IMAX a.m. $9.95; seniors & Theatre screen is children (3–11) $7.95. New England’s Visit the first large–forlargest screen. mat theater in Boston to have 3–D viewing capability. Now showing: Island of Lemurs: Madagascar 3–D; Journey to the South Pacific 3–D; Great White Shark 3–D; through Aug 31—Penguins 3–D.
House of Blues
This club, concert hall and restaurant across from Fenway Park welcomes top rock, blues and pop acts. Aug 22 at 7 p.m.—Johnny Lang, $29.50; Aug 23 at 6:30 p.m.—Mike Stud, $18; Aug 24 at 7 p.m.—Sleep, $25; Aug 27 at 7 p.m.—Cheap Trick, $37–49.50; Sep 2 at 6:30 p.m.—Chevelle, $29.50–45; Sep 3 at 7 p.m.— DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist, $25; Sep 10 at 7 p.m.—The Pretty Reckless, $20 & 35; Sep 11 at 6:30 p.m.—Trampled by Turtles, $25 & 45; Sep 12 at 8 p.m.—Dada Life, $35 & 45; Sep 13 at 6 p.m.—August Alsina, $25 & 35; Sep 14 at 7:30 p.m.—Savoy, $20. 15 Lansdowne St., 888-693BLUE, hob.com/boston.
Kids Corner Puppet Showplace Theater 32 Station St., Brookline, 617-731-6400, puppetshowplace.org. $12. New England’s only professional year-round theater dedicated to presenting live puppetry presents more 300 performances by professional puppet companies every year. Aug 23 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.—Sir George and the Dragon; Aug 30–Sep 1 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.—Squirrel Stole My Underpants; Sep 12 at 1 p.m., Sep 13 & 14 at 1 and 3 p.m.—What the Moon Saw.
Live Music Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave., 617-747-2261, berkleebpc.com. The primary concert hall for Berklee College’s performances also hosts visiting artists and community organizations. Sep 6 at 8 p.m.—Sean Keane, $29–49. Blue Hills Bank Pavilion 290 Northern Ave., 617-728-1600, Inside Tip: livenation.com. See the This venue was world’s biggest acts known as the Bank on a spectacular harof America Pavilion until this year. borside stage. Aug 20 at 7:30 p.m.—Chicago and REO Speedwagon, $46–81; Aug 22 at 8 p.m.—Robin and Royksopp, $35–59.50; Aug 23 at 7 p.m.—Matt Nathanson and Gavin Degraw, $29.50–49.50; Aug 24 at 7:30 p.m.—Yanni, $40–125; Aug 28 at 6:30 p.m.—The Fresh Beat Band, $29.50–49.50; Sep 2 at 7 p.m.— ZZ Top and Jeff Beck, $39.50–75; Sep 6 at 7:30 p.m.—Steely Dan, $42.50–125; Sep 12 18
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Paradise Rock Club 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562-8800, thedise.com. An intimate setting with big sound, the Paradise is one of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. Aug 20 at 7 p.m.— Hieroglyphics, $20; Aug 22 at 6 p.m.—Our Last Night, $14; Sep 5 at 6 p.m.—Heffron Drive, $22; Sep 10 at 7 p.m.—Mineral, $18; Sep 11 at 7 p.m.—Greensky Bluegrass, $18; Sep 12 at 8 p.m.—Bob Mould, $25; Sep 13 at 8 p.m.—Led Zeppelin 2, $16; Sep 14 at 7 p.m.—Glass Animals, $15. Royale 279 Tremont St., 617-338-7699, 800-7453000, royaleboston.com. This Theatre District club boasts red–hot dance nights and live shows by top indie rock acts. Sep 4 at 8 p.m.—The New Deal, $22; Sep 10 at 7 p.m.—Justin Townes Earle, $22; Sep 11 at 8 p.m.—The Josh Abbott Band and Casey Donahew Band, $16.
porary jazz, blues, soul, R&B, cabaret and world music. Aug 20 at 8 p.m.—Elan Trotman Group, $25; Aug 21 at 8 p.m.— Shemekia Copeland, $30; Aug 22 at 8 p.m., Aug 23 at 8 and 10 p.m.—Will Downing, $60; Aug 27 at 8 p.m.—Leslie Pintchik Trio, $25; Aug 28 at 8 p.m.—Antonia Bennett,
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Enjoy food, drinks and the best view in Boston as you swing to live jazz and classics from the Great American Songbook. Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617–536–1775, topofthehub.net. Sun & Mon from 8 p.m.–midnight, Tue–Thu from 8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m., Fri & Sat from 9 p.m.–1 a.m.
Scullers Jazz Club DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, 400 Soldiers Field Road, 617-562-4111, scullersjazz. com. This Boston club is known for featuring the biggest names in Latin and contem-
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current events $30; Aug 29 at 8 and 10 p.m.—Brian Simpson, Nick Colionne and Euge Groove, $35; Sep 5 at 8 and 10 p.m.—Jeff Lorber Fusion, $35; Sep 10 at 8 p.m.—Katani Sumner, $25; Sep 11 at 8 p.m.—Jane Bunnet and Maqueque, $25; Sep 12 & 13 at 8 p.m.— John Pizzarelli, $35. Wang Theatre Citi Performing Arts Inside Tip: Opened in 1925 as Center, 270 Tremont The Metropolitan St., 617–482–9393, Theatre, The Wang citicenter.org. Citi PerTheatre, with 3,561 forming Arts Center seats, is one of the largest theaters in is one of the nation’s the Northeast. premier nonprofit performing arts institutions. Sep 5 at 7:30 p.m.—Gaither Vocal Band, $29.25–76.25; Sep 12 & 13 at 8 p.m.— Jason Mraz and Raining Jane, $25–75. Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700, thewilbur. com. Hosting comedic headliners as well as national musical talent. Aug 24 at 8 p.m.— Thompson Twin’s Tom Bailey and Howard Jones, $35–65; Sep 3 at 8 p.m.—Jeff Bridges and The Abiders, $40–75.
Opera Die tote Stad Odyssey Opera, New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., 617-585-1260. Sep 13. $20–100. In 1895 in Bruges, Belgium, Paul mourns the death of his saintly young wife, Marie. His friend Frank urges Paul to move on with his life, but Paul insists that Marie “still lives,” and that he has in fact met her on the street. This eerie look-alike is Marietta, a coquettish dancer, who follows Paul back to his home and, in spite of his odd behavior, attempts to seduce him in this concert version of Erich and Julius Korngold’s psychological thriller.
Special Events (ahts): THE BOSTON ARTS FESTIVAL Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, cityofboston.gov/arts. Aug 30 & 31 from noon–6 p.m. Free. This free festival showcases more than 40 juried visual artists who exhibit and sell one-of-a-kind and limited edition works of art including paintings, sculpture, ceramics, pottery, jewelry, fine 20
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glasswork, woodwork, mixed media and photography. The visual arts are complemented by live music and dance performances. Dine out boston Visit bostonusa.com/visit/dineoutboston for a full list of participating restaurants. Aug 17–22 & 24–29. Lunch: $15–25; Dinner: $28–38. Now’s your time to take a chance on that eatery you’ve been eyeing. With 200 of the best restaurants around Boston offering specially designed, mouth–watering menus at affordable price points, indulgence is duly encouraged. North End Feasts And Processions Boston’s “Little Italy” honors patron saints and the neighborhood’s culture with weekend festivals featuring Italian delicacies, streetside bands playing Old World melodies and vendors offering authentic wares on the cobblestoned streets dressed with garlands. Aug 29–31—St. Anthony’s Feast; Sep 1—St. Lucy’s Feast; Sep 7—Santa Rosalia di Palermo Procession. Spirit of America TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-6242327, soa.mdw.army.mil. Sep 12 at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Sep 13 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Free admission, advanced tickets required. Spirit of America, one of the United States Army’s largest community outreach programs, showcases its premier ceremonial units. Featuring more than 300 active-duty personnel, the performance brings the history of the nation to life through historical reenactments, musical entertainment and precision military drills. WWE Live TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-6242327, tdgarden.com. Sep 14 at 5 p.m. $20– 95. See your favorite WWE stars in action, including Roman Reigns, Sheamus, The Wyatt Family and West Newbury, Mass. native and WWE World Heavyweight Champion John Cena.
Sports Boston REd Sox/MLB Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-4824SOX, redsox.com. Aug 18–21 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Los Angeles Angels Aug 22 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Seattle Mariners Aug 23 &24 at 1:35 p.m. vs. Seattle Mariners
Sep 5 & 6 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays Sep 7 at 1:35 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays Sep 8 & 9 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Baltimore Orioles Sep 10 at 1:35 p.m. vs. Baltimore Orioles
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New england patriots/NFL Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, 800-543-1776, patriots.com. Aug 22 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Carolina Panthers (pre-season) New England revolution/mls 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, 877-GET-REVS, revolutionsoccer.net. Aug 23 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Chivas USA Sep 3 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Sporting KC Sep 7 at 7 p.m. vs. Chicago Fire Sep 13 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Montreal Impact
Theater BLUE MAN GROUP
This giddily subversive off–Broadway hit serves up outrageous and inventive theater where three muted, blue–painted performers spoof both contemporary art and modern technology. Wry commentary and bemusing antics are matched only by the ingenious ways in which music and sound are created. The show has recently been updated with new performance pieces and music. Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 800–BLUE–MAN, blueman.com. Ongoing. Tickets: $55 & 105.
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Far from Heaven SpeakEasy Stage Company, Roberts Studio Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Beginning Sep 12. $25– $61. From the creators of the musical Grey Gardens and Tony Award-winning playwright Richard Greenberg (Take Me Out) comes this lush musical adaptation of Todd Haynes’ acclaimed romance. A 1950s Connecticut housewife’s perfect life is shattered when she discovers her husband’s shocking secret and then seeks comfort in a forbidden relationship that dramatically alters her view of herself and the world. BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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current events The Forgetting Curve Bridge Repertory Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617-933-8600. Beginning Sep 4. $45. Desperate to cure his epilepsy, a young man underwent an experimental neurosurgery procedure in 1953 that inadvertently destroyed his brain’s ability to form new memories. Known as Patient HM, his story forms the basis of this world premiere play told in a non-linear style through the lens of fictional neuroscientist Dr. Laura Nebbens, who struggles to reconcile all she has sacrificed for her life’s work. God Hates Musicals Ministry of Theater, Boston University’s TheatreLab@855, 855 Commonwealth Ave., godhatesmusicals.org. Through Aug 24. $25. David Phelps is questioning the hatefueled belief system of his fundamentalist family when an outsider shakes up his life. The stakes are high as the impending Rapture looms and Steve Drain, a newcomer to the church, comes up with a plan to save David. But can Steve be trusted? This musical satire of the extremist, anti-gay Westboro Baptist Church seeks to fight hate with laughter. Grease North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Road, Beverly, 978-232-7200. Through Aug 24. $50–75. Take a trip to the fabulous ’50s with the original rock ’n’ roll high school musical. Bad boy Danny and good girl Sandy meet and fall in love in this production featuring all of the irresistible songs from the Broadway show and hit movie you love. Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner Huntington Theatre Company, Boston Inside Tip: The Huntington University Theatre, 264 Theatre Company Huntington Ave., 617won the 2013 266-0800. Beginning Regional Theatre Sep 5. $25–99. When Tony Award. Joanna surprises her liberal, white parents by bringing home John, her AfricanAmerican fiancé, both sets of parents must confront their own unexpected reactions and concerns for their children as their beliefs are put to the test. This new stage adaptation of the beloved Academy Award-winning film stars Malcolm-Jamal 22
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Warner (“The Cosby Show”) and Julia Duffy (“Newhart”). the Lion king Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., 617-259-3400. Beginning Sep 9. $30–140. Experience Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation as it is brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors and visionary director Julie Taymor. The pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands comes to life through an unforgettable score that includes Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscarwinning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.”
Shear Madness
It’s a day like any other at the Shear Madness salon, when suddenly the lady upstairs gets knocked off. Whodunnit? Join the fun as the audience matches wits with the suspects to catch the killer at this wildly popular comedy. Shear Madness has audiences laughing around the world. Boston is the original. Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton St., 617–426–5225, shearmadness. com. Ongoing. $50.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Lyric Stage Company, 140 Clarendon St., 617-585-5678. Beginning Sep 5. $25–64. Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning thriller blends his characteristic wit with a hauntingly beautiful score, grisly humor and chilling drama. Set against the backdrop of the shadowy back alleys of 19th-century London, the musical follows disgraced barber Sweeney Todd—aided by Mrs. Lovett, the proprietor of a failing pie shop—on his quest for vengeance after years of unjust imprisonment and exile.
Tickets Bostix Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Copley Square. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Information and tickets, including half–price seats on day of event, for the best performing arts around Boston. Log on to bostix.org to purchase discounted tickets and receive special e–mail updates. All ticket offers subject to availability.
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This museum portrays the life, leadership and legacy of John F. Kennedy and members of his illustrious family in 21 exhibits, three theaters, 20 video presentations and more. Special exhibits: Superman’s Mission for President Kennedy; To the Brink: JFK and the Cuban Missile Crisis; In Her Voice: Jacqueline Kennedy, The White House Years; Freedom 7 Space Capsule; Presidential Getaway: JFK on Cape Cod. Columbia Point off Morrissey Boulevard, next to UMass Boston, Dorchester, 866-5351960, jfklibrary.org. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors & students $12; children (13–17) $10; children (12 and under) free; library forums free.
Boston BODY WORLDS: VITAL Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 200 Faneuil Hall Square, bodyworldsboston.com. $15.50– 22.50. This eye-opening exhibit celebrates the potential of the active and actualizing human body. Featuring authentic human bodies, the exhibition includes cautionary displays about distress and disease, and inspirational insights about the virtuosity and resilience of humans. Boston Children’s Museum Museum Wharf, 308 Congress St., 617-4266500, bostonkids.org. Sat–Thu 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $14; children (under 1) free; Sat–Thu 4–5 p.m. $7; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. This popular museum for kids of all ages features a plethora of interactive exhibits that allow children to learn about science, history and culture firsthand. Boston TEA Party Ships & Museum 306 Congress St., 617-338-1773, bostontea partyship.com. Mon–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Admission: $25; seniors/students/military above photo: © Estate of Stanley Tretick LLC/ Courtesy of the JFK Presidential LIbrary and Museum
$22; children $15. Journey back in time on this all-encompassing, multi-sensory interactive tour. Explore authentically restored tea ships, see historic artifacts and learn about the people, events and consequences that led up to the American Revolution as they occurred 240 years ago. Institute of Contemporary Art 100 Northern Ave., 617-478-3100, icaboston .org. Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; seniors $13; students $10; children (under 17) free. Free to all Thu 5–9 p.m. This state-of-theart, gleaming structure on the South Boston waterfront presents installations of contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs, as well as cutting-edge live dance and musical performances. Special exhibits: Ragnar Kjartansson: The Visitors; through Sep 1—Jim Hodges: Give More Than You Take. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 280 The Fenway, 617-566-1401. Wed–Mon 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; seniors $12; college students $5; children (under 18) free. Visitors named Isabella are BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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on exhibit also admitted free. Commissioned by Boston aristocrat Isabella Stewart Gardner and modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palace, the museum exhibits 2,500 objects, including works by Rembrandt, Botticelli, Raphael, Titian and Matisse. Special exhibits: Luisa Rabbia: Waterfall; through Sep 1— Carla Fernández: The Barefoot Designer. The Mary Baker Eddy Library 200 Massachusetts Ave., 617-450-7000, marybakereddylibrary.org. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; seniors, students & youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. The Library explores the life and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, a New England woman who defied conventional 19th-century thinking to become an influential religious leader, publisher, teacher and businesswoman. The museum also houses the famous Mapparium—a threestory stained-glass globe, opened in 1935, which allows visitors to stand in the center, giving them a unique look at how ideas can inspire individuals and change the world. The Museum of African American History African Meeting House, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon Hill, 617-725-2991, afroammuseum.org. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors & children (13– 17) $3; children (12 & under) free. Explore the history of Boston’s 19th-century African-American community at the African Meeting House, the oldest African-American church still standing in the United States. In addition, there are tour maps available for the Black Heritage Trail. Museum of Fine Arts 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300, mfa. inside Tip: org. Sat–Tue 10 a.m.– In the mood for a movie? The 4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til MFA’s acclaimed 9:45 p.m. Admission film program (includes two visits in features the best a 10-day period): $25; of contemporary world cinema and seniors & students $23; the newest indie Wed after 4 p.m., pay releases. as you wish; children (7–17) $10 on weekdays before 3 p.m., free at all other times; children (6 and under) free. The museum houses an outstanding collection of paintings, prints, sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from ancient times through the present, as 24
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well as the most comprehensive collection of Asiatic art in the world and a four-floor Art of the Americas wing. Special exhibits: Jasper Johns: Picture Puzzles; Jamie Wyeth; Gold and the Gods: Jewels of Ancient Nubia; Over There! Posters from World War I; Pure Souls: The Jain Path to Perfection; Landscape, Abstracted; beginning Aug 23—Shinique Smith: Bright Matter; through Sep 1—Magna Carta: Cornerstone of Liberty; beginning Sep 9—Hollywood Glamour: Fashion and Jewelry from the Silver Screen. Museum of Science Science Park, 617-723-2500, mos.org. Sat– Thu 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $23; seniors $21; children (3–11) $20; children (under 3) free. Planetarium and Omni theater tickets: $10; seniors $9; children (3–11) $8. Combination ticket prices and evening discounts available. This popular museum for all ages boasts interactive science exhibits, as well as laser and astronomy shows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium. Special exhibits: Water Stories: Conversations in Paint and Sound; Animals Without Passports; through Sep 1—2theXtreme: MathAlive!; Grossology: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body. Planetarium shows: Moons: Worlds of Mystery; Explore: The Universe; Magic Tree House: Space Mission; Wonders of the Night Sky; beginning Sep 3—We Are Aliens! Laser shows: Laser Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon; Laser Michael Jackson; Laser Zeppelin. Old State House Museum 206 Washington St., 617-720-1713, boston history.org. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $10; seniors & students $8.50; children (18 and under), military & veterans free. At the site of the Boston Massacre and the first reading of the Declaration of Independence in Boston, explore exhibits on the American Revolution, Boston’s maritime history and the Boston Massacre, and take themed tours of the city. The Sports Museum 5th and 6th floor premium seating levels, TD Garden, Causeway Street, 617-624-1234, sportsmuseum.org. Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Hours altered during TD Garden events, call ahead. Admission: $10; seniors & children (10–18) $5; children (under 10) & military free. The Sports Museum showcases New England’s rich sports heritage through an unparalleled collection of artifacts, multi-
media and artwork. Items on exhibit include the Boston Bruins Hall of Fame portraits, the Boston Garden Penalty Box, Teddy Ballgame and the Summer of ’41, The Evolution of Women’s Basketball, The Ball that Changed History and The Original Bruin. USS constitution Museum Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, 617-426-1812, ussconstitutionmuseum.org. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Free admission. The museum preserves the treasures of “Old Ironsides,” the U.S. Navy’s flagship and the world’s oldest commissioned warship. View weapons, documents, journals and more, learn to load and fire a cannon, try out a sailor’s sleeping quarters and virtually command the Constitution in battle.
Beyond Boston Concord Museum 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978-3699763, concordmuseum.org. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $10; seniors & students $8; children (6–17) $5; children (under 6) free. Ample free parking on Cambridge Turnpike. Relive Concord’s history, from Native American habitation and European settlement to the days of Emerson, Thoreau, the Alcotts and Hawthorne. Special exhibit: The Shot Heard Round the World: April 19, 1775.
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DeCordova Sculpture Park and MusEum 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-2598355, decordova.org. Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til 5 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors $12; students $10; children (12 and under) free. Sculpture Park: open sunrise to sunset, admission charged during museum operating hours only. Tour one of the largest contemporary art museums and the only permanent public sculpture park in New England. Special exhibits: Ian Hamilton Finlay: Arcadian Revolutionary and Avant-Gardener; Lesley Dill; Platform 13: Roberley Bell, The Shape of the Afternoon; Platform 14: Alix Pearlstein, The Park; The Fruit of Our Labors; Red, Yellow and Blue. Fitchburg Art Museum 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg, 978-3454207, fitchburgartmuseum.org. Wed–Fri noon–4 p.m., Sat & Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9; seniors, students & children (13–18)
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on exhibit $5; military & children (under 13) free. This museum displays contemporary art alongside art and artifacts from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, as well as pre-Columbian North and South America. Special exhibits: Building a Collection: Photography at the Fitchburg Art Museum; UFOs: Unidentified Fascinating Objects; through Aug 31—79th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft; Juan José Barboza-Gubo: Pink Narcissus. Griffin Museum of Photography 67 Shore Road, Winchester, 781-729-1158, griffinmuseum.org. Tue–Thu 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 4 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–4 p.m. Admission: $7; seniors $3; children (under 12) free. Free to all Thu 2–4 p.m. Named for the Massachusetts-born photographer for publications like Life and Time, the Griffin Museum boasts three galleries dedicated to the promotion and appreciation of photographic art. Special exhibits: through Aug 31—Rafael Soldi: Sentiment; 20th Juried Exhibition. PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM East India Square, Salem, 866-745-1876, pem.org. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $18; seniors $15; students $10; children (16 and under) free. The nation’s oldest continually operating museum boasts a collection showcasing African, Asian, Pacific Island and American folk and decorative art, a maritime collection and the first collection of Native American art in the hemisphere. Special exhibits: Raven’s Many Gifts: Native Art of the Northwest Coast; through Sep 1—Turner & the Sea; beginning Sep 6— Calder and Abstraction: From Avant-Garde to Iconic; through Sep 7—Beyond Human: Artist–Animal Collaborations. Salem Witch Museum 191 ⁄2 Washington Square North, Salem, 978744-1692, salemwitchmuseum.com. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9.50; seniors $8; children (6–14) $6.50. Life-size stage settings and historically accurate narration recreate the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 1692. Translations available in Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
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p.m. Residing in a renovated 1950s manufacturing plant, 555 is Boston’s newest gallery dedicated to contemporary fine art photography. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 4—Global Warning: Garth Lenz and Lisa Wiltse. Barbara Krakow Gallery 10 Newbury St., 617-262-4490, barbara krakowgallery.com. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow Gallery attracts top contemporary artists from around the world, showcasing work that focuses on minimalism and conceptualism. Special exhibits: beginning Sep 6—Mel Bochner; Popolo. Boston Sculptors Gallery 486 Harrison Ave., 617-482-7781, boston sculptors.com. Wed–Sun noon–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative that has served as an alternative venue for innovative solo sculpture exhibitions since 1992. Special exhibits: beginning Sep 3—Larry Pollans and Nancy Selvage. Bromfield Art Gallery 450 Harrison Ave., 617-451-3605, bromfield gallery.com. Wed–Sun noon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery features shows by members of the cooperative, while exhibitions by visiting artists are selected by current members. Special exhibit: beginning Aug 31—Fall Frontal. Chase Young Gallery 450 Harrison Ave., 617-859-7222, chase younggallery.com. Wed–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. One of the city’s top galleries for the exhibition of contemporary artists, both representational and abstract. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 3—Bernd Haussmann. Copley Society of Art 158 Newbury St., 617536-5049, copley inside Tip: The Copley Society society.org. Tue–Sat of Art was founded 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun in 1879. noon–5 p.m. The oldest non-profit art association in the U.S. represents more than 400 living artists and hosts between 15–20 exhibitions each year by contemporary painters, photographers, sculptors and printmakers. Special exhibits: through Aug 20—Shimmer: Summer Members’ Show; Pippip Ferner.
Grand Circle Gallery 347 Congress St., 617-346-6459, gct. com. Wed, Fri & Sat noon–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m. Specializes in vintage travel posters and black & white photography. Special exhibit: through Sep 6—Under Full Steam: The Golden Age of Ocean Liners. International Poster Gallery 205 Newbury St., 617-375-0076, internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.– 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. The acclaimed fine art poster gallery displays original vintage works from the 1890s through post-World War II modern masters. Special exhibit: through Sep 2—Timeless Journeys.
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newbury fine arts 29 Newbury St., 617-536-0210, newburyfine arts.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Founded in 1984, Newbury Fine Arts has been a strong presence on Boston’s historic Newbury Street and has continued to showcase a unique assemblage of contemporary artists.
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The oldest non-profit crafts organization in the country specializes in contemporary American crafts. Jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics range from cutting-edge to traditional, from functional to sculptural. Special exhibit: William Daley: 14 for 7. 175 Newbury St., 617-266-1810, societyofcrafts.org. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
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For 40 years, Helen’s Leather has supplied New Englanders with quality Western boots by makers like Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. In addition, Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and Stetson hats, as well as leather jackets and bags. 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m.
Art & Antiques International Poster Gallery 205 Newbury St., 617-375-0076, inside Tip: internationalposter. This gallery features more than 10,000 com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.– original vintage 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 posters for sale. p.m. This acclaimed fine art poster gallery displays original vintage works from the 1890s through post-World War II modern masters. L’attitude Gallery 211 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This gallery boasts contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home and garden. Sowa Sundays 460, 500 and 540 Harrison Ave., sowasundays.com. Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. In the South End’s SoWa cultural district south of Washington Street, enjoy the SoWa Open Market—an open-air crafts and art market showcasing handmade goods by talented small business owners—as well 28
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Clothing The Blue Jeans Bar 85 Newbury St., 857-350-4683. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Modeled after a neighborhood pub, this denim specialty store boasts the best selection of jeans for both men and women, offering expert advice on finding the perfect pair of jeans from its “jeantenders.” Chanel 6 Newbury St., 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Modeled after Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment, the 10,000-squarefoot, two-story Chanel boutique features a series of rooms where shoppers can browse the House’s iconic handbags, jewelry and above photo: Ellysia Francovitch
accessories. Upstairs, you’ll find readyto-wear and shoes along with luxe fitting rooms and a suite. Cynthia Rowley 164 Newbury St., 617-587-5240. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. The famed New York-based fashion designer’s only New England store features her signature flirty dresses along with a wide array of women’s apparel and accessories. Ibex Boston 303 Newbury St., 857-277-1932. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun ’til 6 p.m. Ibex offers highend natural fiber wool garments—durable, evolving, active and modern tops, bottoms and accessories for men and women. Life Is Good 285 Newbury St., 617-262-5068. Daily 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Brothers Bert and John Jacobs are spreading their infectious optimism with Life Is Good, which carries everything from apparel for men, women and kids, to Frisbees, beach towels, jewelry and even accessories for pets emblazoned with LIG’s distinctive stick figures.
Louis 60 Northern Ave., inside Tip: 617-262-6100. Mon– On the second Wed 11 a.m.–6 p.m., floor of Louis, Sam’s serves lunch, Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m., dinner and Sunday Sun 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. brunch—plus This Boston institution spectacular views. brings high fashion to the Seaport District, offering upscale men’s and women’s clothing, bed and bath items and fine home accessories. Macy’s 450 Washington St., 617-357-3000. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Discover the season’s hottest trends, newest styles and best prices. Choose from renowned designers such as Coach, Polo, DKNY, Hugo Boss, the Martha Stewart Collection and more. marshalls 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066: Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; 350 Washington St., Downtown Crossing, 617-3386205: Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. With its mantra “Brand-name
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Gifts & Souvenirs Newbury Comics 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; 36 JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge, 617-491-0337; North Market Building, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-2489992. You’ll have a “wicked good time” at this upstart local chain, which carries import, indie and major label releases, as well as T-shirts, comics and other pop culture kitsch items. Teddy Ballgame’s 1 South Station, 617-330-1230. Located at the South Station concierge desk, Teddy Ballgame’s offers tours of Boston that leave 32
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Gourmet Food & Beverage Bee’s knees Supply Co. 12 Farnsworth St., 617-292-BEES. Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun ’til 6 p.m. Located in South Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood, this gourmet market includes a cafe, chocolate shop, wine and beer shop, floral center, housewares and more.
BOSTON OLIVE OIL COMPANY Sample more than 50 varieties of the finest extra virgin olive oils grown and pressed by small artisans and farmers from around the world, and balsamic vinegars harvested and imported from Modena, Italy at this Back Bay store’s unique Tasting Bar. 262 Newbury St., 857-277-0007. Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 7 p.m.
formaggio kitchen 268 Shawmut Ave., 617-350-6996; 244 Huron Ave., Cambridge, 617-354-4750. Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. You’ll find produce and menus reflecting the changing New England seasons at this gourmand’s paradise. Browse unique wines, fresh truffles and, at the Cambridge location, the infamous cheese caves. Smoothie King 314 Newbury St., 617-236-4443. Mon–Sat 7 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Find nutritional smoothies custom-made with the finest natural fruits, fruit juices, proteins and vitamins, as well as healthy muffins, breads, snacks and supplements.
Health & Beauty Follain 53 Dartmouth St., 857-284-7078. Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Located just a few blocks from Back Bay Station, this cozy cosmetics company specializes
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Home Goods Acquire Boutique 61 Salem St., 617-362-7380. Mon 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue–Fri ’til 7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Tucked among the Italian restaurants of the North End, Acquire is a haven for design aficionados, offering everything from repurposed antique furniture to handcrafted jewelry and delicate glassware. Hudson 12 Union Park St., 617-292-0900. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. This beloved South End boutique carries furniture, accessories, textiles and more that blend the best of classic New England style with laid-back California cool. Twelve Chairs 581 Tremont St., 617-982-6136. Tue–Fri 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat noon–6 p.m. Run by interior designers, this well-edited shop focuses on sustainable, beautiful products that tell a story.
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Jewelry/Accessories John Lewis, Inc. 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has created jewelry of imaginative design in Boston for more than 30 years. Using only solid precious metals and natural stones, Lewis aims “to make jewelry at a reasonable price of excellent workmanship and uncommon beauty.” Lux Bond & Green 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 5 p.m. Since 1898, Lux Bond & Green has provided its customers with diamonds, gold jewelry, watches and giftware from around the world. The store offers a corporate gift division, bridal and gift registry, a full-service repair department, gift certificates and gift wrapping. Sidney Thomas Jewelers The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-262-0925. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; The Mall at
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This shopping mecca features more than 100 upscale stores, including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Armani and Williams-Sonoma, and fine restaurants like Legal Sea Foods that offer shoppers numerous dining options. To receive a free Ultimate Shopping Excursions card, stop by one of the customer service kiosks. Copley Square, 617-262-6600. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m.
nue, Ann Taylor and Barnes & Noble. It’s also a launch spot for the city’s renowned tourist attraction, the Boston Duck Tours. Terminal C Shops at Boston Logan Boston Logan International Airport, Terinside Tip: minal C, East Boston. Restaurants at Terminal C include Whether you are Boston Beer Works, grabbing a quick Legal Sea Foods, bite before a flight, Jerry Remy’s doing some shopSports Bar & Grill, Johnny Rockets ping or catching up and Wolfgang with friends over dinPuck. ner, Boston Logan Terminal C has everything you need for an enjoyable airport experience. Award-winning restaurants, cafes, quick service establishments and lots of local flavor make Boston Logan Terminal C the perfect place for a meal before or after a flight. Also find newsstands selling a variety of sundries and souvenirs, as well as unique specialty shops with gifts you won’t find anywhere else.
Sporting Goods The Corner Mall Corner of Winter and Washington streets. In step with your lifestyle and just steps away, this shopping center boasts more than 20 stores and eateries—including favorites like Skechers USA, Champs, Bath & Body Works, plus an international food court with Thai Accent, Salsa’s Mexican Grill, Dunkin’ Donuts and more. Easily reached by the MBTA or commuter rail. Faneuil Hall Marketplace 617-523-1300, faneuilhallmarketplace.com. Walk through history and experience New England’s premier visitor destination. Shop more than 75 locally loved boutiques and specialty pushcarts, taste wonderfully diverse ethnic foods in the Quincy Market Colonnade or dine in one of 13 full-service restaurants. The Shops at Prudential Center 800 Boylston St., 800-SHOP-PRU. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. The Shops at Prudential Center features more than 75 stores and restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory, Saks Fifth Ave34
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City Sports 1035 Commonwealth Ave., 617-782-5121; 11 Bromfield St., 617-423-2015; 480 Boylston St., 617-267-3900; 44 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-492-6000; other locations. Mon– Fri 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; hours vary by location. City Sports sells athletic apparel by top brands like Nike, Adidas and Puma, as well as sporting equipment for all interests, and footwear from Saucony, Reebok and others. Nike Boston 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This recently renovated temple to the Nike franchise proffers all things Nike, including footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. South End Athletic Company 652 Tremont St., 617-391-0897. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri ’til 7 p.m., Sat ’til 6 p.m., Sun ’til 5 p.m. With locations in the South End and in Newton on the Boston Marathon route (Heartbreak Hill Running Company), this runner’s paradise carries footwear, apparel and accessories for the serious athlete. They even offer expert video gait-analysis to ensure the proper fit.
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Sights of Interest Cambridge Common/ Old Burying Ground Massachusetts Avenue and Garden Street. A grazing pasture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a favorite meeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the Continental Army. Early college presidents and town residents were buried in “God’s Acre” across from the Common. Christ Church Zero Garden St., 617-876-0200, cccambridge. org. Offices open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Call for services. This 1761 Tory house of worship was utilized as a Colonial barracks during the American Revolution. Harvard and Radcliffe Yards Located within Harvard Campus. The centers of two institutions that have played major educational roles since Harvard’s founding in 1636. Harvard Square/Old Cambridge The center of Cambridge activity since the 17th century, the square is home to Harvard above photo: Evgenia Eliseeva
University, historic buildings, cafes, restaurants and shops. Longfellow National Historic Site 105 Brattle St., 617-876-4491. Wed–Sun 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tours hourly beginning at 10 a.m. Free admission. This 1759 Georgian mansion was home to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 1837 to 1882 and a central gathering place for writers and artists in the 19th century. It also served as George Washington’s headquarters during the siege of Boston in 1775–76. Original furnishings, books and art from around the world are on display. Mount Auburn Cemetery 580 Mount Auburn St., 617-547-7105, mountauburn.org. Daily 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Founded in 1831 by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Mount Auburn was the first landscaped cemetery in the country. Many prominent Americans are buried here, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Isabella Stewart Gardner and Winslow Homer. The cemetery is also an arboretum, sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary. BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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cambridge Tory Row (Brattle Street) One of the nation’s most beautiful residential streets, Tory Row is the site of Loyalist mansions and their elegant neighbors from nearly every period of early American architecture.
Entertainment The Brattle Theatre 40 Brattle St., Harvard Square, 617-8766837, brattlefilm.org. $9.75; students & matinees $7.75; seniors & children (under 12) $6.75. Classic, cutting-edge and world cinema with double features almost every day. Club Passim 47 Palmer St., Harvard Square, 617-4927679, passim.org. Call for full schedule. Aug 20–22 at 8 p.m.—Redbird, $35; Aug 23 at 8 p.m.—Brit Connors, $15; Aug 24 at 8 p.m.—Roger Street Friedman and Sherman Ewing, $15; Aug 27 at 8 p.m.—Katie McNally and Hannah Sanders & Liz Simmons, $15; Aug 28 at 8 p.m.—The Surviving Kenneallys and Laney Jones, $12; Sep 3 at 8 p.m.—Chris O’Brien and The Sea The Sea, $15; Sep 4 at 8 p.m.—Julian Velard, $15; Sep 5 at 7 and 9:30 p.m.—Red Molly, $25; Sep 6 at 6 and 9 p.m.—Laura Cortese & the Dance Cards, $20; Sep 12 at 8 p.m.—Matt Anderson, $18. The Comedy Studio at the Hong Kong 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-661-6507, thecomedystudio.com. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; shows begin at 8 p.m. $10 & 12. Located on the third floor of the Hong Kong restaurant, The Comedy Studio hosts cutting-edge headliners and up-andcoming comedians. ImprovBoston 40 Prospect St., Central Square, 617-5761253, improvboston.com. Performances: Wed–Sun. $5–18. Enjoy improv sketch comedy, stand-up shows, original music and audience participation for all ages. The Middle East 472 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, 617-864-EAST, mideastclub.com. Whether Upstairs, Downstairs or in the Corner, this club showcases the best in alternative and indie rock bands. Aug 20 at 8 p.m.—Bishop Allen, $12; Aug 22 at 8 p.m.—Black Helicopter, $10; Sep 5 at 8 p.m.—The Dictators 36
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NYC, $15; Sep 12 at 8 p.m.—Nik Turner’s Hawkwind, $13; Sep 13 at 8 p.m.—Chucklehead, $15; Sep 14 at 8 p.m.—KRS-One, $20. Regattabar Third floor of The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St., 617-661-5000, regattabarjazz.com. Regattabar is the leading jazz club in New England, showcasing performers rarely seen in the Hub. Aug 22 at 7:30 p.m.—Manolo Mairena with Angel Subero, $16; Aug 23 at 7:30 p.m.—Guitar Shorty and Selwin Birchwood, $25; Aug 27 at 7:30 p.m.—Janiva Magness, $20; Aug 28 at 7:30 p.m.—Ebinho Cardoso, $16; Sep 4 at 7:30 p.m.—Grand Fatilla, $18; Sep 5 at 7:30 p.m.—Darrell Nulisch, $20; Sep 6 at 7:30 p.m.—Stanley Sagov, $30; Sep 10 at 7:30—Coco Montoya, $20; Sep 12 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.—Billy Cobham Spectrum 40, $25. The Sinclair 52 Church St., 617-547-5200, sinclaircambridge. com. This live-music venue and American kitchen with gastropub influences is located in the heart of Harvard Square. Aug 21 at 8 p.m.—Bear in Heaven, $14; Aug 22 at 8 p.m.— The Strypes, $15; Aug 26 at 7:30 p.m.—X, $35; Aug 27 at 7 p.m.—Joanna Gruesome, $13; Aug 29 at 7:30 p.m.—Misterwives, $12; Sep 5 at 8:30 p.m.—Bombino, $20; Sep 13 at 8 p.m.—Jesse Dee, $15.
Theater The Donkey Show American Repertory Theater, Oberon, 2 Arrow St., 617-495-2668, cluboberon.com. Ongoing. Performances: Sat at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. $25 & 45. Bringing the ultimate disco experience to Boston, this crazy circus of mirrorballs, feathered divas, roller skaters and hustlers tells the story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream through great ’70s club anthems.
Special Events Cambridge Carnival International Kendall Square, 300 Athenaeum St., cambridgecarnival.org. Sep 7 from noon–7 p.m. Free admission. Cambridge’s largest festival is a colorful celebration of African and Caribbean traditions. The highlight of the festival is a grand costume parade and rhythmic musicality promoting all types of cultures. Revelers can be seen masquerading through the streets in dazzling handmade costumes, dancing to the beat of the Carnival.
Museums & Galleries Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford St., 617-495-3045, hmnh.harvard. edu. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12; seniors & students $10; children (3–18) $8. As Harvard’s most visited attraction, the museum features exhibits ranging from mammals, fish and dinosaurs to minerals, gems and meteorites. Special exhibits: Final Flight: The Extinction of the Passenger Pigeon; Mollusks: Shelled Masters of the Marine Realm; Thoreau’s Maine Woods: A Journey in Photographs with Scot Miller. MIT List Visual Arts Center 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680, listart.mit. edu. Tue, Wed & Fri–Sun noon–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m. Free admission. One of the area’s premier showcases for contemporary art, the List Center presents works from the world’s leading contemporary artists through their changing exhibitions. Special exhibit: List Projects: Sergei Tcherepnin. The MIT Museum 265 Massachusetts Ave., 617-253-5927, web.mit.edu/museum. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $8.50; children, seniors & students $4; children (under 5) free. Exhibits welcome visitors into the world of MIT to discover the potential of science and technology. Special exhibits: 5,000 Moving Parts; Inventions: 2014 Student Showcase; Daguerre’s American Legacy: Photographic Portraits (1840–1900) from the Wm. B. Becker Collection. Peabody museum of Archaeology and ethnology 11 Divinity Ave., 617-496-1027, peabody. harvard.edu. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12; seniors & students $10; children (3–18) $8. From towering Native American totem poles and large Mayan sculptures to precious artifacts of the ancient world, the Peabody Museum is among the oldest archaeological and ethnographic museums in the world.
Dining Refer to Dining, page 64, for key to restaurant symbols. *The Asgard Irish Pub & Restaurant 350 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, 617-577-9100, classicirish.com. Communal tables and a variety of cool, comfortable
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Unbeatable Harvard clothing and gift selection. Four floors of books for all ages. 1400 Massachusetts Ave. 617-499-2000 www.thecoop.com
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cambridge places to sit—along with an extensive menu, a large craft beer selection, outdoor patio, live music, trivia nights, DJs and no cover charge—make the Asgard a perfect spot for a pint and a meal. Sat & SB. L, D, C. $ Dante Royal Sonesta, 40 Edwin H. Land Blvd., 617-497-4200, restaurantdante.com. Dante de Magistris serves playful, rich Mediterranean-influenced fare as diners savor great views of the Charles River and the Boston skyline. B, L, D, Sat & SB. $$$$ the friendly toast 1 Kendall Square b3101, 617-621-1200, thefriendlytoast.com. Dig in to an all-day brunch menu at this retro-inspired, cozy, kitschy Cambridge joint. Heavy on the friendly, they commit to sourcing from local farms and offer plenty of vegetarian and vegan dining options. B, L, D. BR, SB, C. $$ Henrietta’s Table The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Harvard Square, 617-661-5005, henriettastable.com. Locally grown and organic produce is used to create a lively, textured menu of reinterpreted New England classics. Private dining room available. B, L, D, Sat & SB. $$$ Hong Kong 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-864-5311, hongkongharvard.com. A local favorite for more than five decades, this eatery serves a full array of classic Chinese dishes and exotic drinks, including its world-renowned scorpion bowl. Perfect for a meal with friends, late-night snacks or dancing on the weekends. $
Russell House Tavern 14 JFK St., Harvard Square, 617-500-3055, russellhousecambridge.com. Executive Chef Thomas Borgia’s menu is seasonally inspired, interpreting American classics with a modern flair. The bar serves all-American wines, local crafts beers and hand-crafted cocktails. L, D, SB, LS, C. $$$ Zephyr on the Charles Hyatt Regency Cambridge, Kendall Square, 575 Memorial Drive, 617-441-6510. This restaurant serves a traditional menu of local favorites—including seared scallops and Maine lobster—loaded with flavor and flair. B, L, D, C. $$
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This ’50s style diner offers a menu of delicious homemade Greek and American food. Serving breakfast all day, Zoe’s is a popular destination for the weekend brunch crowd. 1105 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-495-0055, zoescambridge.com. B, L, D, SB. $
Shopping CambridgeSide Galleria 100 CambridgeSide Place, Lechmere Square, 617-621-8666, cambridgesidegalleria. com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon– 7 p.m. This three-level mall features department stores such as Macy’s, as well as more than 100 other stores and specialty shops, including Gap, J. Crew, Aldo and more.
Nubar Sheraton Commander Hotel, 16 Garden St., Harvard Square, 617-234-1365, nubarcam bridge.com. This restaurant and lounge offers New England-style cuisine in a fresh, modern setting and casual atmosphere. B, L, D, SB. $$$
The Garment District 200 Broadway, 617-876-5230, garment district.com. Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m. A vintage lover’s paradise, this two-level thrift warehouse sells everything from time-honored Levi’s to ’70s go-go boots. Also sift through heaping piles of By-thePound clothing, available for $1.50 per pound.
Rialto Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Harvard Square, 617-661-5050, rialto-restaurant. com. James Beard Award-winning chef Jody Adams explores the flavors of Italy, France and Spain at this highly acclaimed Harvard Square restaurant. Stop by on Monday nights for dollar oysters. D. $$$$
The Harvard Coop 1400 Massachusetts Ave., 617-499-2000, store.thecoop.com. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. America’s largest college bookstore, located in Harvard Square, offers a wide selection of official Harvard clothing, gifts and souvenirs, and four floors of books for all ages.
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beacon hill An old-world feeling awaits you in this quaint part of the city
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trolling along Beacon Hill’s picturesque gas-lit streets, brick sidewalks and Federal-style row houses, it’s not uncommon to feel as though you’ve traveled back in time. Both eminently posh and utterly accommodating, this area has borne witness to much of the city’s storied past. The State House—with its gleaming gold dome—sits on the peak of the hill where the beacon for which the district was named used to reside. In this neighborhood, visitors can also find the African Meeting House, which holds the Museum of African-American History, as well as the Bull and Finch Pub, the inspiration for the popular TV show, “Cheers.” Charles Street, located at the flat of the hill, is lined with boutiques, restaurants, cafes and charming hotels. Locals descend the hill daily to enjoy all that Charles Street has to offer, adding to the feeling of small-town charm.
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Back Bay This famous neighborhood is truly the hub of the Hub
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xquisite architecture and world-class retailers are plentiful in Boston’s most well-known neighborhood. The Victorian brick and brownstone residences that line the streets are not only beautiful, they’re widely regarded as the best-preserved examples of 19th-century urban design in the United States. Newbury and Boylston streets, where luxury shops vie for space amidst outstanding restaurants, welcome visitors and residents alike. Back Bay is also home to the iconic Prudential Tower, Trinity Church, Boston Public Library, the John Hancock Tower and two sprawling shopping malls connected by a climate-controlled bridge. You’ll also find standout salons, spas, antique shops and galleries throughout. Nightlife thrives in Back Bay as well, where chic hotel bars, world-class restaurants and swanky lounges abound.
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Don’t miss •J asper White’s Summer Shack summershack restaurant.com • Top of the Hub topofthehub.net • Kings kingsbowlamerica. com
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Fabulous cuisine, shopping and history are abundant in Boston’s Little Italy
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talian culture reigns in the North End, Boston’s oldest and busiest neighborhood. The sweet scent of fresh cannoli rises from countless Italian bakeries that populate this district’s narrow cobblestone streets, while the veritable buffet of dining choices will have you wishing there were more than three meals to enjoy in a day. Recently, clothing and home decor boutiques have been setting up shop here, making the North End an even more diverse and desirable destination. Don’t even try to find a parking space—it’s best to hop on the T or walk. If you happen to be strolling The Freedom Trail, you’ll discover three of the North End’s most important historical sites: The Paul Revere House, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground and the Old North Church. Summertime brings people into the streets to celebrate various Italian feasts with music, socializing and, of course, sensational food.
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Don’t miss •C antina Italiana cantinaitaliana.com • Lucca luccaboston.com • Massimino’s massiminosboston. com • Terramia terramiaristorante. com • Ristorante Fiore ristorantefiore.com
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Downtown’s AMC Loews cinema, featuring 19 screens and IMAX, is a movie-lovers’ mecca
Downtown City life at its best, where everything is within walking distance
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n the heart of Boston, Downtown is where it’s happening. New residential developments, like Millennium Place, are attracting hundreds of new residents, while sophisticated Europeanbased restaurants and retailers give the district an international flavor. Downtown boasts numerous attractions, including the historic Theatre District, where award-winning architectural treasures were restored to their original glory. The Ladder District features a growing restaurant scene, while Downtown Crossing, the area’s retail center, hosts New England’s largest Jewelers District and Macy’s flagship Boston store. The popular Freedom Trail courses through the area. Downtown’s Financial District, an economic engine for the city, is home to a growing roster of tech start-ups and the acclaimed Post Office Square. One of the most walkable neighborhoods in the country, Downtown is easily reached via MBTA subway and bus lines and includes several Hubway bike-rental stations.
Don’t miss •T he Merchant themerchantboston. com • Caffé Nero caffenero.com • King Street Tavern ameshotel.com/ king-tavern
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One of Boston’s oldest and most treasured traditions, these pedalpowered boats glide around the Public Garden and under the smallest suspension bridge in the world. Public Garden Lagoon, 617-522-1966. Rides: Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $3; seniors $2.50; children (2–15) $1.50.
Cruises Boston Harbor Cruises Depart from Long Wharf, 617-227-4321. Call or visit bostonharborcruises.com for full schedule and ticket prices. A fixture on Boston Harbor since 1926, this operator offers a variety of tours and ferry services, including sunset and historic sightseeing cruises and trips to Salem and the Boston Harbor Islands. charles riverboat company Depart from Lechmere Canal Park at CambridgeSide Galleria, Cambridge, 617-6213001. Call or visit charlesriverboat.com for full schedule and ticket prices. Enjoy 60-minute sightseeing tours of Boston and Cambridge along the Charles River, or venture out into Boston Harbor for a view of the city. Private charters also available. Massachusetts Bay Lines Depart from Rowes Wharf, 617-542-8000. Call or visit massbaylines.com for full schedule and ticket prices. Take in the Boston skyline and such historic sights as the Charlestown Navy Yard and the USS Con52
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sitution while on a 50-minute sightseeing tour of Boston Harbor. Specialty cruises and private charters are also available.
Sights of Interest Arnold Arboretum 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617-524-1718. inside Tip: Grounds open yearPart of the Emerald round from sunrise to Necklace park sunset. Free admission. system, Arnold Arboretum is Visitor Center open operated by Thu–Tue 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Harvard University. Horticultural Library open Mon–Fri 10 a.m.– 3:45 p.m. This 265-acre tree sanctuary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Frederick Law Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National Historic Landmark, the arboretum and its gardens contain more than 7,000 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers for your perusal. Boston AthenÆum 10 1 ⁄2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270. Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 5:30 p.m., Sat ’til 4 p.m. Art & Architecture tours: Tue & above photo: Della Huff
sightseeing Thu at 3 p.m. Reservations required. One of the oldest and most distinguished private libraries in the United States, the Athenæum was founded in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallenged center of intellectual life in Boston, and by 1851 it had become one of the five largest libraries in the country. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 10—Over Here: World War I Posters from around the World. Boston Harbor Islands 617-223-8666, bostonharborislands.org; ferry tickets: bostonharborcruises.com. Islands accessible by daily ferries: Georges, Spectacle, Peddocks, Bumpkin, Grape and Lovells. The Boston Harbor Islands National Park area features 34 islands encompassing 1,600 acres and 35 miles of coastline all within 10 miles of downtown Boston. Hiking trails, beaches, ranger-led tours, camping, kayaking, nature walks, historic sites and free daily programs are just minutes away by ferry. Explore the beauty, tranquility, history and outdoor activities that await you. Boston Public Garden Bordered by Arlington, Charles, Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first public botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic and diverse greenery, as well as sculptures, including one that commemorates the popular children’s book Make Way for Ducklings. Other fixtures include the Lagoon—home to the famed Swan Boats from April through September—and the world’s smallest suspension bridge. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, 617-5365400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours: Mon at 2:30 p.m.; Tue & Thu at 6 p.m.; Wed, Fri & Sat at 11 a.m. The first publicly supported municipal library in the world hosts one million visitors a year, who come to view this architectural masterpiece and its collection of more than five million books. Film festivals, exhibits and children’s programs run throughout the year. Special exhibits: The Soul of a Man: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Slave Revolt; through Aug 22—City of Neighborhoods: The Changing Face of Boston; beginning Sep 1— Back to School: Geography in the Classroom. 54
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Boston Tea party ships & Museum Congress Street Bridge, 855-832-1773, bostonteapartyship.com. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $25; seniors, students & military $22; children (4–12) $15; children (3 and under) free. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is dedicated to accurately reliving the famous event of December 16, 1773. With a new state-of-the-art museum and authentic replica ships (the Beaver and the Eleanor), the attraction invites visitors to travel back in time to learn and experience the courageous acts of those who forever shaped the course of history. The First Church of Christ, Scientist 210 Massachusetts inside Tip: Ave., 617-450-2000. The offices of the Free tours of The acclaimed Christian Mother Church Tue Science Monitor noon–4 p.m., Wed 1–4 are located at the Christian Science p.m., Thu–Sat noon–5 Center. p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m., every half hour. Services: Sun at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The original Mother Church built in 1894 is at the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on 14 acres in the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made from New Hampshire granite with stained glass windows illustrating Biblical events. Forest Hills Cemetery 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, 617-5240128. Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created in 1848, this cemetery serves as the final resting place of Eugene O’Neill, Anne Sexton, e.e. cummings, William Lloyd Garrison and former Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis. The 275 acres also contain sculptural treasures, an arboretum and an openair museum. John F. Kennedy National Historic Site 83 Beals St., Brookline, 617-566-7937. Wed– Sun 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Free admission. This modest frame house is the well-preserved 1917 birthplace and childhood home of the 35th president of the United States, and also the first home shared by the president’s father and mother, Joseph P. and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. It includes a collection of household furnishings, photographs and significant mementos personally collected and arranged by the president’s mother.
New England Historic Genealogical Society 99 Newbury St., 888-296-3447, american ancestors.org. Tue & Thu–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wed ’til 9 p.m. Non-member admission: $15. NEHGS is the country’s leading resource for family history research. They provide knowledge, skills and understanding for anyone interested in learning about their family and its place in history. New England Holocaust Memorial Carmen Park, Congress Street near Faneuil Hall, 617-457-8755. Tours available upon request. This haunting memorial features six luminous glass towers etched with the six million prisoner numbers of those who perished in the Holocaust. Visitors can walk under the towers and read the dramatic stories of the victims and heroes of this tremendous human tragedy. Otis House Museum 141 Cambridge St., 617-994-5920. Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m., tours every half hour. Last tour at 4:30 p.m. Admission: $8; seniors $7; students & children (5–18) $4; children (under 5), Historic New England members
and Boston residents free; $24 maximum per family. Built in 1796 for Harrison Gray Otis and his wife, this grand mansion is an example of high-style Federal elegance. Tours offer insight into the social, business and family life of the post-Revolution American elite. The Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center 800 Boylston St., Prudential Tower, 50th floor, 617-859-0648. Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Admission (including a headset audio tour of points of interest): $16; seniors & students (with college ID) $13; children (under 12) $11. Observatory may be closed due to weather conditions; please call ahead. New England’s premier observatory offers spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of the city. This unique experience is a must for all Boston visitors, and boasts an audio tour, multimedia theater, the Dreams of Freedom Immigration Museum and much more. Trinity Church 206 Clarendon St., Copley Square, 617-5360944. Sun 7 a.m.–7 p.m., Mon, Fri & Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue, Wed & Thu ’til 6 p.m.
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sightseeing Worship services: Sun 7:45, 9 and 11:15 a.m., 6 p.m. Guided tours: $7; seniors & students (with ID) $5; children (under 16) free with an adult; call for times. Self-guided tours available Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Sat 9 p.m.–4 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Built in 1877, this house of worship is a combination of Victorian, Gothic and French Romanesque styles and is one of the great masterpieces of American church architecture.
Maps available at Boston Common and Prudential Center Visitor Information Centers. This self-guided, three-mile walking tour covers 300 years of history, taking you through Boston’s downtown, North End, Beacon Hill and Back Bay neighborhoods. Learn about famous politicians, artists and war heroes, and the Boston Irish’s rich tradition of rebellion, leadership and triumph.
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Boston Upper Deck Trolley Tours 617-742-1440. Tours depart daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. approximately every 15 minutes; schedule is subject to change, visit bostonupperdecktrolleytours.com or call ahead for availability. Tickets can be purchased aboard trolleys or at various locations throughout the city. One-Day Tickets (Boston Loop Only): $29.52; seniors & students $23.81; children (3–11) $14.29; children (under 3) free; Premium value tickets: $39.05; military, seniors & students $35.24; children (3–11) $20; children (under 3) free. Boston’s upper deck “Green” and eco-conscious trolley fleet provides superior views as you tour Boston’s historic sights in comfort. This 2.5 hour loop covers more than 100 points of interest, including the North End, the USS Constitution, Back Bay and Boston Common. As a bonus for premium value ticket holders, connect with Super Tours’ Cambridge loop, which takes visitors to Harvard and Central squares. All of this, plus a free second day on the trolley, a free Super Duck Harbor Splash Tour and your choice of free admission to a Charles Riverboat Cruise, the Old South Meeting House, Harvard Museum of Natural History, MIT Museum or Institute of Contemporary Art makes this comprehensive tour one of Boston’s best values for visitors.
Antique Limousine 617-309-6414. bostontours-antiquelimo. com. Tours by appointment only. Enjoy historic Freedom Trail tours in a 1939 Cadillac eight-passenger limousine, just like the Godfather’s car. Get close to the sights where the trolleys and duck tours can’t. The drivers dress, speak and act the part—just don’t mess with them or you might be riding in the trunk! They’ll make you an offer you can’t refuse. Ask about their specials. Black Heritage Trail 46 Joy St., 617-725-5415. Free tours by appointment only. Call at least 24 hours in advance for reservations. Visit afroam museum.org for site descriptions. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon Hill, including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the African Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house built by an African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis and Harriet Hayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are available at the Museum of African-American History. Boston By Foot 617-367-2345, bostonbyfoot.org. Tickets: $12; children (6–12) $8, unless noted. Call for tour locations and times. Enjoy guided 90-minute tours highlighting the rich architecture and history of the city, led by trained volunteers. Regular tours include Heart of the Freedom Trail, Boston by Little Feet, Beacon Hill, Literary Landmarks, Road to Revolution, The Dark Side of Boston, The North End: Gateway to Boston, Victorian Back Bay and The Tipsy Tour: Dram Shops and Drunken Sailors. Special event: Aug 31 at 2 p.m.—Boston and the Law, $15. Boston Irish Heritage Trail Various sites Downtown and in the Back Bay, 617-696-9880, irishheritagetrail.com. 56
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Custom House Tower 3 McKinley Square, 617-310-6300. Obserinside Tip: The Custom House vation deck tours daily, Tower was the except Fri, at 2 p.m.; tallest building tickets: $3. Tours may in Boston until its height was be cancelled due to exceeded by that weather conditions; of the Prudential call ahead. Boston’s Tower in 1964. first skyscraper stands high over Boston Harbor as one of the city’s most impressive landmarks. Crowned by its distinctive clock tower and restored with modern luxuries,
the building (operated by the Marriott Corporation) epitomizes the preservation of Boston’s historic architecture. Fenway Park Tours 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours leave daily, every hour on the hour, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $17; seniors $14; children (3–15), students & military personnel $12. Tours originate at the Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across from Service Gate D, rain or shine. This tour offers an inside look at America’s oldest active Major League ballpark, including a visit to the top of the famed “Green Monster” and stories from Red Sox history. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s Freedom Trail Players 617-357-8300. Tours depart hourly from 11 a.m.–noon. Tickets: $13; seniors & students $11; children (12 and under) $7; call for private tours. Explore the Freedom Trail with costumed actors portraying famous patriots such as James Otis, Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90-minute tour. Stops include Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre Site, the Old State House and Faneuil Hall.
Historic Pub Crawl BosTix Booth, Faneuil Hall, 617-357-8300. Reservations required. Tue at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $43. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s 18th-century costumed guide takes you on a tour of Boston’s historic pubs where treasonous events were hatched more than 250 years ago. Enjoy plenty of beer and light fare along the way. The Kennedy Tour of Boston 617-710-0603, departing from Boston Common. Wed–Sat at 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $12; seniors, military & students $10, children (12 and under) free. Visit the Boston sites and landmarks that played a significant role in John F. Kennedy’s rise to political power, including: the Omni Parker House, where JFK announced his bid for Congress and proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier; the JFK statue on the State House lawn; and JFK’s Senate headquarters on Kilby Street. North End Market Tour 617-523-6032. Three-hour tours: Wed & Sat at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Fri at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations required. Custom tours for groups available. Tickets: $54. Michele
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of Boston, which suddenly turns into a nautical adventure when the bus becomes a boat and plunges boldly into Boston Harbor.
Old Boston Tours 800-989-3370. Visit oldbostontours.com for full schedule. Reservations required. Tickets: $18. Learn about Boston while seeing sights both famous and obscure as you walk the North End Secret Tour. Tours are led by local historians and reveal things you never imagined about the Hub.
The Sweet & Savory South End Walking Food Tour 800-656-0713, bitesofbostonfoodtours. com. Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun at noon. Tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours. Reservations required. Tickets: $52. The South End Walking Food Tour takes place in Boston’s historic South End neighborhood. You’ll taste local favorites from six South End restaurants including chef-inspired sandwiches, some sweet desserts and the signature New England fried clam.
On Location Tours 866-982-2114. Visit onlocationtours.com for online booking. Experience the city of Boston the way Tinseltown has through such films as The Town, Good Will Hunting, The Departed and others. The 180-minute Lights Camera Boston! Bus Tour (Sat & Sun at 11 a.m.; tickets: $40) take cinema buffs to television and movie filming locations in Boston and Cambridge, sharing trivia about Hollywood. Samuel Adams Brewery Tour: Drink in a Little History 30 Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-3685080. Tours begin approximately every 45 minutes, Mon–Thu & Sat 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Fri ’til 5:30 p.m. One-hour tours include samples (ID required). Tickets: $2 donation to a local charity. Call for special events and closings. Learn about the art of brewing beer and taste rich malts and spicy hops on this tour of the original Samuel Adams brewery. SOUTH STATION TOURS Summer Street and Atlantic Avenue. Onehour tours every Thu and the first Sat of every month at noon. Free admission. This free tour of Boston’s South Station focuses on its colorful history and impressive architecture. No pre-registration required. Meet at the station’s concierge desk. super Duck tours Departing from Charlestown Navy Yard, 87734-DUCKS, bostonsupertours.com. Tours: Daily at 1 and 3 p.m. Tickets: $33.33; seniors & students $29.52; children (3–11) $21.90; children (under 3) $11.43. This 90-minute tour departs from Charlestown Navy Yard, and offers a free shuttle to and from the New England Aquarium area. Boston’s newest amphibious tour takes visitors on a narrated waterfront journey through the streets 58
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Offering guided bicycle tours and bike rentals, Urban AdvenTours gives visitors a range of ways to explore Boston on two wheels. Opt for the basic City View tour, explore the Hub after dark during the Bikes@Night tour or unleash your inner patriot as you bike Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride. 103 Atlantic Ave., 800-979-3370. Visit urbanadventours. com for rates and complete schedule. Daily 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Wildlife BOSTON NATURE CENTER & WILDLIFE SANCTUARY 500 Walk Hill St., Mattapan, 617-983-8500, massaudubon.org. Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free admission. Located just outside of downtown Boston on the former grounds of the Boston State Hospital, the BNC is a 67-acre community-based urban sanctuary. Trails and boardwalks traverse meadows and wetlands, home to over 150 species of birds, 40 species of butterflies and more than 350 species of plants. Yearround programs help foster an appreciation for nature and the environment. Franklin Park Zoo One Franklin Park Road, Franklin Park, 617541-LION. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m, Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission: $17.95; seniors $14.95; children (2–12) $11.95; military personnel with ID half-price; $11.95 for all from 10 a.m.– noon the first Sat of each month. Home to more than 210 species, many of them endangered. Roam the Australian Outback above photo: Ze Sheng Liang
Trail with kangaroos, visit the gorillas in the Tropical Forest, marvel at the lion at Kalahari Kingdom and see zebras, ostriches and wildebeests at Serengeti Crossing. New England Aquarium Central Wharf, 617-973-5206. Sun–Thu 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 7 p.m. Admission: $24.95; seniors (60+) $22.95; children (3–11) $17.95; children (under 3) free. Refer to Current Events section under Film for IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices available. Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of water, this aquatic zoo features a Giant Ocean Tank containing a Caribbean coral reef with sea turtles, moray eels and other aquatic life; a popular penguin habitat; Northern fur seals in the Marine Mammal Center; a shark and ray touch tank; and the Simons 3D IMAX Theater. Stone Zoo 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m, Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission: $14.95; seniors $12.95; children (2–12) $10.95; military personnel with ID half-price; $10.95 for all from 10 a.m.–noon the first Sat of each month. Highlights include Mexican gray wolves, meerkats, snow leopards, jaguars, black bears, whitecheeked gibbons and the new American alligator exhibit. Special event: through Sep 1 daily at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.—Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey.
Whale Watches New England Aquarium Central Wharf, 617-227-4321. Mon–Fri at 9 and 10 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 9 and 10 a.m., noon, 1:30, 3 and 5:30 p.m.; beginning Sep 2—Mon–Fri at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 10 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. $47; seniors $42; children (3–11) $36; children (2 and under) $16. Cruise on high-speed catamarans to Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast’s most famous destination for whale watching. Catch sight of humpback, finback and minke whales from the deck or from the comfort of a fully modernized cabin boasting snack and beverage services.
Beyond Boston Adams National Historical Park 1250 Hancock St., Quincy, 617-770-1175. Take the “T” to the Quincy Center stop on
the Red Line. Visitor Center open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $5; children (under 16) free. This historical gem offers insight into the lives of U.S. presidents John Adams and son John Quincy Adams. See the birthplaces of both presidents, as well as “The Old House,” which was home to five generations of the Adams family. The Berkshires These mountains located roughly three hours west of Boston are part of the Appalachian Trail, and are considered a top cultural resort location, home to numerous antique shops, art galleries, spas, spots for boating, scenic biking, skiing and hiking, as well as Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home. Blue Hills Reservation Reservation Headquarters, 695 Hillside St., Milton, 617-698-1802. Covering more than 7,000 acres in the suburbs of Boston, Blue Hills Reservation a number of fun seasonal activities, including camping, fishing, hiking and mountain biking, as well as scenic views and more than 125 miles of trails for any outdoor enthusiast. Cape Ann Visitors will be mesmerized by this charming region’s combination of sprawling waterfront vistas, sleepy harbors and quaint New England architecture. Just an hour north by train or I-95/Rte. 128, you’ll find whale watches, lighthouses, superb antique shops, countless galleries and museums, as well as top-notch theater venues and warm bed and breakfasts. Cape Cod and the Islands One of the nation’s most beloved tourist destinations, Cape Cod has 559.6 miles of coastline for swimming, kayaking, sailing and snorkling. There’s also the uber-wealthy islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, which provide the perfect balance of ritzy indulgence and traditional old New England whaling and merchant culture. Minute Man National Historical Park 978-369-6993, Concord and Lexington (North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty St., Concord). Park grounds open sunrise to sunset. Created in 1959 to preserve the sites associated with the opening battles BOSTONGUIDE.COM
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sightseeing of the American Revolution, Minute Man Park consists of more than 900 acres of land along original segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, including Lexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge, as well as The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary greats Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott.
nity, and is also where playwright Eugene O’Neill penned some of his best work and Thoreau completed his walk around the Cape. Provincetown boasts miles of beaches, a charming and eclectic shopping district, trails for hiking and biking, and whale watches for those looking to escape the busy city.
Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, 508-3473362. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $24; seniors $22; children (3–17) $8; (under 3) free. Take a trip back in time at this recreation of an early 19th-century New England village where costumed educators give visitors a glimpse of life in America’s early days. Visit a tin shop, a cider mill and a blacksmith, ride the old-fashioned stagecoach and tour restorations of period New England homes.
Salem This North Shore town will always be known for the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, but Salem also boasts a bustling wharf with many bars and restaurants, and is regarded as an up-and-coming enclave for the young and trendy. Fans of spooky stuff can visit the New England Pirate Museum to see what life was like when Blackbeard roamed the high seas, or tiptoe through the Salem Witch Museum or Witch Dungeon Museum. On Halloween, the city transforms into one giant party for ghosts and ghouls, but 365 days a year, Salem is a charming place to explore and enjoy.
Plimoth Plantation 137 Warren Ave., Plymouth, 508-746-1622. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $35; seniors $31.50; students $29.50; children (6–12) $21. When the Pilgrims landed in America during the 17th century, they landed at Plymouth Rock. They built their settlement three miles south of the rock and named it Plimoth Plantation. Today, visitors can tour the Plantation and see how the Pilgrims went about their daily lives, hunting, gathering and making crafts. Plymouth The site of the Pilgrims’ 1620 landing is still marked by Plymouth Rock, and the surrounding area is dotted by historical museums that celebrate the town’s origins. Plimoth Plantation offers visitors a chance to step into a Pilgrim village from 1627 and explore the Mayflower II, a replica of the ship that dropped anchor in Plymouth Harbor nearly four centuries ago. Other favorite stops for history buffs include the 1749 Court House & Museum and Pilgrim Hall Museum. Plymouth’s coastal location also provides it with some lovely seashore spots, such as White Horse and Nelson beaches. Provincetown Located on the tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown marches to its own beat. This New England fishing village and prominent art colony is home to a thriving gay commu60
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This National Historic Landmark features 335 acres of protected open space that preserves the area made famous by Henry David Thoreau, complete with hiking trails that lead to the replica of Thoreau’s one-room cabin. In summer, it is a popular swimming destination. Year-round interpretive programs and guided walks are offered, as well as a gift shop, bookstore and the Tsongas gallery. 915 Walden St., Concord/ Lincoln, 978-369-3254. Daily 8 a.m. to halfhour before sunset. Parking fee: $5 resident, $10 non-resident.
Yankee Candle Factory 25 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield, 877636-7707. Tue–Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri–Sun ’til 8 p.m. The Yankee Candle Factory is one part of a larger complex devoted to the company. It includes a museum, a candle store and the Bavarian Christmas Village. Visitors are able to dip their own creations at this one-of-a-kind must-see for fans of the popular scented candles.
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. . Y A D E OC ME FOFORRTTHHE NIGHT! STAY rovincetown, or “Ptown” as it’s more affectionately known, has been a popular destination for longer than most people imagine. When the Pilgrims first landed here on the Mayflower in 1620 prior to their more famous landing in Plymouth, they stayed for five weeks before moving on to form a more permanent settlement across Massachusetts Bay. If only we all had five weeks to explore this historic and culturally rich seaside haven! Provincetown not only boasts the aforementioned historical significance, commemorated by the 252 foot-tall Pilgrim Monument (pictured above in the background), but also several pristine beaches, loads of eclectic shopping, sightseeing and whale-watching boat tours, diverse dining options and the status as America’s oldest continuous arts colony. And speaking of the arts, Provincetown is home to galleries, museums, a thriving theater scene and an active writers colony—in fact, famed writers and former residents Norman Mailer and Eugene O’Neill had long associations with the area. Provincetown is also renowned for its flourishing gay and lesbian community that contributes greatly to the town’s vibrance and vitality. So don’t be jealous of the Pilgrims—even if you don’t have five weeks to explore it, Provincetown is still a more than worthy destination.
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sacre Site State Street in front of the Old State House. At the next intersection below the State House, a ring of cobblestones marks the site of the clash between a jeering Boston crowd and a British guard of nine soldiers on March 5, 1770.
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Merchants Row and Faneuil Hall Square, 617-242-5689. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Historical talks given every half hour from 9:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., when hall is not in use. “The Cradle of Liberty” combines a marketplace on the first floor with the town meeting hall upstairs, the site of fiery revolutionary debate.
House 19 North Square, North Street, 617523-2338. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Admission: $3.50; seniors & students $3; children (5–17) $1. The oldest home in Boston (built c. 1680), occupied by silversmith and patriot Paul Revere from 1770 to 1800.
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Old North Church 193 Salem St., 617523-6676. Daily 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. Services: Sun at 9 and 11 a.m. Known as Christ Church and erected in 1723, this is Boston’s oldest standing church. Two lanterns were hung here on April 18, 1775, signaling the Redcoats’ departure by sea for Lexington and Concord.
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Monument Breed’s Hill, Charlestown, 617-242-7511. Daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m., last climb at 5:30 p.m.; beginning Sep 1—daily 9 a.m.– 5 p.m., last climb at 4:15 p.m. The site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775.
Copp’s Hill Burying Ground Hull Street. Daily 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. Set out in 1659, Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second cemetery. Many remarkable people are interred here, including the Mather family of ministers and Edmund Hartt, builder of the USS Constitution.
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USS Constitution Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, 617242-5670. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tours every half-hour 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. This 44-gun frigate is the world’s oldest commissioned warship, christened “Old Ironsides” during the War of 1812 when cannonballs literally bounced off her triple hull.
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eagle’s deli 1918 Beacon St., Brighton, 617-731-3232 eaglesdeli.com. Once featured on the Travel Channel’s “Man vs. Food,” this family-owned casual burger and breakfast joint is known for piling the Angus high. If you’re feeling brave, take on the infamous “Eagle’s Challenge”: five pounds of burger, 20 pieces of bacon, 20 pieces of American cheese, five pounds of fries and a deli pickle. B, L, D, BR. $
shanghai social club 1277 Commonwealth Ave., Allston, 617-2088909, shanghaisocialclub.com. Dine alongside Buddha in this dark and moody addition to Allston’s bar scene. A step through the door is a step into pre-Prohibition Shanghai, where Chef Bob Botchie cooks up a mix of dishes inspired by Shanghai street food and classic Chinese-American dishes. L, D, LS, C. $$
The Sunset Grill & Tap patron’s mexican kitchen and 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of Harvard and watering hole Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331, 138 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-782-2020, allstons Scan this code for KEY AVERAGE PRICE OF finest.com. Patron’s (forexpanded Panorama DINNER ENTREES B Breakfast dining listings merly Big City) offers $ Most less than $12 L Lunch Mexican-inspired food, $$ $12–18 D Dinner $$$ $19–25 BR Brunch new signature items, a $$$$ Most more than $25 SB Sunday Brunch mezcal and tequilaria Many restaurants offer a wide C Cocktails range of entrees and prices; with more than 80 cerveLS Late Supper the classifications are only (serving after 10 p.m.) zas, along with fireplaces, approximations. VP Valet Parking pool tables, foosball, HD NC Credit Cards Not or visit Refer to Cuisine Index, Accepted flat screen TVs and cool bostonguide.com page 76. * Entertainment tunes. Kitchen open ’til 1 64
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allstonsfinest.com. This popular Allston hangout features Boston’s biggest beer selection, with more than 112 beers on tap and 380 craft brews and imports in bottles as well as award-winning steam beer burgers and famous curly fries. L, D, C, LS, SB. $
Back Bay ASTA 47 Massachusetts Ave., 617-585-9575, astaboston.com. Earthy, mysterious and minimal, Asta offers a prix fixe tasting menu-only experience. An open kitchen invites you to get up close and personal with the menu of your choice: three, five or eight courses. D. $$$$ Bar 10 Westin Copley Place, 10 Huntington Ave., 617-424-7446, bar10boston.com. Bar 10 mixes signature martinis and lighter, modern American fare with a vibrant setting and an array of shareable dishes, including salads, flatbread pizzas and more. Voted Best Hotel Bar by Boston magazine and Best Civilized Nightcap by The Improper Bostonian. L, D, C, SB. $$ Ben & Jerry’s 174 Newbury St., 617-536-5456; 20 Park Plaza, Ste. 14, 617-426-0890; 36 JFK St., Cambridge, 617-864-2828. The Vermontbased premium ice cream purveyors offer favorite flavors like Chunky Monkey, Phish Food and Cherry Garcia, as well as cookies, brownies and refreshing fruit smoothies. $ Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse 75 Arlington St., 617-357-4810, davios.com. Davio’s spacious, relaxed dining room serves as the perfect stage for its signature dishes, including a selection of homemade pastas and Brandt meats as well as a selection of fresh seafood. Additional flair is provided by the open kitchen layout. L, D, VP, C. $$$ Fogo de Chao 200 Dartmouth St., 617-585-3600, fogo dechao.com. Enjoy a taste of Brazil at this churrascaria, where roaming gaucho chefs offer 16 different cuts of fire-roasted meat for an all-you-can-eat experience. For veggie fans, there’s a salad bar featuring more than 30 items. L, D, C. $$$
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dining Forum Bar & Restaurant 755 Boylston St., 857-991-1831, forumboston. com. Newly renovated and boasting a brandnew menu, Forum offers two distinct floors, two bars, an outdoor patio, cafe space and private dining. L, D, LS, C, Sat & SB, VP. $$$ *Kings 50 Dalton St., 617-266-2695, kingsbackbay. com. Kings isn’t your parents’ bowling alley. Executive chef Andre has crafted a versatile American menu highlighted by delectable appetizers, house-smoked ribs, marinated steak tips, hand-tossed pizzas and inventive homemade entrees. Come for the bowling, come back for the food. L, D, LS, C. $$ L’Espalier Mandarin Oriental Boston, 774 Boylston St., 617-262-3023, lespalier.com. This sophisticated French classic, consistently named as one of Boston’s top eateries, is a favorite of both power brokers and couples out for a romantic evening. L, D. $$$$ OAK Long Bar + Kitchen Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 St James Ave., 617-585-7222, oaklongbarkitchen.com. This brasserie-style spot features a menu of inventive American dishes. The namesake Long Bar winds more than 80 feet through the restaurant, offering a central meeting place for everyone from young professionals and tourists to execs. B, L, D, LS, C, SB. $$$$
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Stephanie’s on Newbury 190 Newbury St., 617-236-0990, stephanies onnewbury.com. Chef/owner Stephanie Sokolove’s eatery showcases sophisticated cooking and classic comfort food. Casual elegance at its best with a sidewalk cafe, club-like bar and skylit dining space. L, D, SB. $$$ *The Taj Boston 15 Arlington St., 617-536-5700, tajhotels. com. This 1927 landmark offers awardwinning contemporary French cuisine, as well as a historic dining room for special events. Cafe: B, L, D, Sat & SB. Lounge: L, D, C, LS. Bar: L, D, C, LS. $$$$ Tapeo 266 Newbury St., 617-267-4799, tapeo. com. This popular Back Bay cousin to Dali in Somerville offers delectable, authentic tapas in a glorious Newbury Street
setting, complete with seasonal patio dining for prime people-watching as you enjoy your scallops in saffron cream, lobster ravioli and sangria. D, C, L Sat & Sun. $$ *Top of the Hub 800 Boylston St., Inside Tip: Prudential Center, Top of the 617-536-1775, topofthe Hub won Wine hub.net. Sit 52 stories Spectator magazine’s Award above Boston for great of Excellence from dining and a spectac1998–2011. ular view of the city. Live jazz seven nights a week. L, D, SB, LS, C. $$$$ TOWNE STOVE AND SPIRITS 900 Boylston St., 617-247-0400, towne boston.com. The melting pot of cuisines at this favored eatery within the Hynes Convention Center draws inspiration from numerous sources. New Executive Chef and Culinary Director Mark Allen blends home-style, gastropub fare with refined presentations and contemporary influences, creating a dining experience with something for everyone. L, D, Sat & SB, C. $$$$
Beacon Hill Antonio’s 288 Cambridge St., 617-367-3310, antonios ofbeaconhill.com. One of Boston’s finest Italian restaurants, Antonio’s serves traditional Italian food with nightly specials and a lengthy wine list. Specialties include homemade fusilli and shrimp margarita. L, D. $$ *Cheers 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605; Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-227-0150, cheersboston. com. Both the original Beacon Hill pub and its spin-off offer tasty traditional fare and an abundant beverage selection. Live entertainment Thu–Sat. L, D, C, LS. $ Clink The Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., 617-2244004, libertyhotel.com/clink. Artfully marrying European culinary tradition with contemporary American innovation, Clink’s dining room features elements of the original cells from its earlier life as the Charles Street Jail. Clink’s lobby bar draws trendy urbanites with its energetic nightlife scene. B, L, C. $$$
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dining The Hungry i 71½ Charles St., 617Inside Tip: 227-3524, hungryi This Beacon Hill boston.com. In a twoinstitution first story townhouse with opened its doors three working firein 1981. places and an outdoor patio, chef Peter Ballarin serves signature dishes, including venison au poivre. L Thu & Fri, D, SB, C. $$$
Scollay Square 21 Beacon St., 617-742-4900, scollaysquare. com. A warm, inviting environment serving American comfort food at a reasonable price with a sophisticated cocktail list. This neighborhood bistro-style restaurant is a great meeting place for friends and small groups to eat, drink and socialize. L, D, SB, C. $$$
mooo 15 Beacon St., 617-670-2515, mooo restaurant.com. Chef David Hutton offers modern steakhouse fare adjacent to XV Beacon Hotel. Mooo features a la carte steaks ranging from 14-ounce Prime New York sirloin to Japanese-grade Wagyu beef served with roasted garlic and bone marrow butter. B, L, D, SB, C. $$$$
Back Deck 2 West St., 617-670-0320, backdeckboston. com. With three deck spaces and a menu of grill-focused favorites, Back Deck invites everyone to gather around patio tables and chairs for a charcoal-cooked meal and backyard-inspired cocktails. The restaurant brings the outdoors inside with floorto-ceiling windows, carriage lighting, lush green planters, glazed brick and an open kitchen. L, D, Sat & SB, C. $$
The Paramount 44 Charles St., 617-720-1152, paramount boston.com. A Boston staple since 1937, The Paramount often finds itself at the top of many “best of” lists. Excellent American cuisine, hearty portions and an active atmosphere make it a favorite. B, L, D. $$
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accompany its array of exotic international cuisine. L, D, C. $$$ *Cafe Fleuri Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451-1900, boston.langhamhotels. com. Enjoy one of Boston’s top Sunday brunches, or sample contemporary New England fare and desserts within a sunlit garden atrium. B, L, SB. $$ Fajitas & ’Ritas 25 West St., 617-426-1222, fajitasandritas. com. Established in 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features fresh, healthy Texan and barbecue cuisine at bargain prices. A fun place to eat, drink and hang out, the walls are decorated with colorful murals and the bar boasts some of Boston’s best—and sturdiest—margaritas. L, D, C. $
pation. Also boasts supersized 86-ounce cocktails and a full menu of appetizers, sandwiches, pizza and more. Live music nightly. D, C. $ *The Kinsale Irish Pub & Restaurant 2 Center Plaza (Cambridge Street), 617742-5577, classicirish.com. Hand-crafted in Ireland and shipped to Boston, this classic pub features a cozy interior with beautiful Celtic motifs and traditional Irish fare with 20+ beers on tap, 100-seat seasonal patio, live music and trivia on Wed. Sat & SB. L, D, C. $$ Meritage Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439-3995, bhh.com. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. D & LS. $$$$
*Howl at the moon 184 High St., 617-292-4695, howlatthemoon. MIEL InterContinental Hotel, 510 Atlantic Ave., com. A high-energy, clapping, stomping, 617-217-5151, intercontinentalboston.com. dancing, rock ’n’ roll dueling piano show. This “Brasserie Provencal” brings the feel Part bar, part sing-along, the Howl at the and flavor of the 1French countryside to Moon experience is centered around two Panorama 4.625x3.75 1/15/14 10:48 AM Page Boston’s waterfront. Diners can enjoy the baby grand pianos and audience partici-
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dining extensive wine list or an exquisite “small plate” in a dining room adjacent to Boston Harbor. L, D, SB. $$$ NEBO 520 Atlantic Ave., Inside Tip: 617-723-6326, nebo Nebo stands restaurant.com. This for “North End, Boston,” the upscale pizzeria and original home of enoteca with a familial this waterfront vibe offers up a pleaseatery. ing menu of antipasti, homemade pastas and 30 varieties of Neapolitan-style pizza, all served in a stylish environment featuring natural wood, vaulted brick ceilings, Venetian plaster walls and marble counter tops. D. $$$ O Ya 9 East St., 617-654-9900, oyarestaurant boston.com. This contemporary and edgy sushi eatery, crowned Boston’s best restaurant of 2009 by Boston magazine, boasts a simple, natural decor that perfectly complements the exquisitely created dishes. The intimate seating capacity of 37 diners makes reservations a must. D, C, VP. $$$ Parker’s Restaurant Omni Parker House, 60 School St., 617227-8600. Enjoy nostalgic cuisine with a contemporary flair in the stately dining room where Boston cream pie and the Parker House roll were first served. B, L, D. $$$$ Rowes Wharf Sea Grille Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617856-7744, bhh.com. This elegant eatery celebrates Boston’s spectacular harborfront and the bounties at this contemporary, nautical-influenced eatery overlooking Boston Harbor. B, L, D. $$$
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sam lagrassa’s 44 Province St., 617-357-6861, samlagrassas. com. Only open during lunch hours on weekdays, Sam has dished out the “World’s No. 1 Sandwiches” since 1968. The menu features daily specials along with staple signatures and specialty sandwiches like the new Pastrami Diablo. L. $$ Trade 540 Atlantic Ave., 617-451-1234, tradeboston.com. James Beard Award-winning chef Jody Adams serves delectable fusion
dishes inspired by her world travels in an elegant, modern interior. L, D, SB. $$$ Ye Olde Union Oyster House 41 Union St., 617-227-2750, unionoyster house.com. America’s oldest restaurant, now celebrating 186 years, serves Yankee-style seafood, beef and chicken, and is famed for the oyster bar where Daniel Webster dined daily. Specialties include clam chowder and fresh lobster. L, D, VP. $$$
Faneuil Hall Marketplace *Clarke’s at Faneuil Hall 21 Merchants Row, 617-227-7800, clarkes boston.com. This Boston fixture next to historic Faneuil Hall features great music, fantastic people and a friendly atmosphere along with an extensive menu that includes mouth-watering burgers, salads, seafood, kabobs, wraps, soups, sandwiches and more. Also enjoy 41 HD TVs, trivia nights and DJs. L, D, SB, BR, C. $ *Dick’s Last Resort Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market, 617-267-8080, dickslastresort.com. Enjoy
the outrageous antics of Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up ribs, succulent crab, juicy steaks, sandwiches, burgers and salads. Live music every night. L, D, C. $$ *Durgin-Park Inside Tip: 340 Faneuil Hall Enjoy free Marketplace, 617-227appetizers 2038, durgin-park.com. Monday–Friday For more than a cenbeginning at 5 p.m. at Durgintury, Durgin-Park has Park’s Gas Light catered to the hearty Pub. appetites of locals and visitors alike. Step into one of the oldest continuously running restaurants in the country and choose from a wide selection of comfort food and classic New England fare, including clam chowder and the signature prime rib. L, D, C. $$ *Hard Rock Cafe 22–24 Clinton St., 617-424-7625, hardrock. com. Offering classic American cuisine served with a healthy dose of rock ’n’ roll. After you eat, take in the massive collection of authentic music memorabilia or enjoy live music from hot local and national acts. L, D, C, LS. $
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dining Fenway/Kenmore Square *Audubon Boston 838 Beacon St., 617-421-1910, audubon boston.com. Audubon Boston caters to the tastes of the Fenway area—whether you’re in the mood for an upscale alternative to the Fenway Frank or a late night hot spot on the weekends. D, SB, C. $$ The Bleacher Bar 82A Lansdowne St., Inside Tip: 617-262-2424, CNN declared The bleacherbarboston. Bleacher Bar “the com. Inside Fenway most unique sports bar in the world.” Park, underneath the bleachers, take in center field views of America’s most beloved ballpark. With the feel of a neighborhood pub and featuring a deli-style menu and cold beer, Bleacher Bar is open all year round. L, D, C. $ Eastern Standard Hotel Commonwealth, 528 Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9100, easternstandardboston .com. This Kenmore Square brasserie resembles an old hotel dining room and attracts a diverse crowd, from businessmen
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to Red Sox fans seeking a pre-game bite. B, L, D. $$ Game On! 82 Lansdowne St., 617-351-7001, gameon boston.com. This sports bar/restaurant/ nightclub built inside Fenway Park, a star of Boston’s nightlife scene, offers a sleek spot in which to sample a full menu and watch sporting events on a number of big-screen TVs. L, D. $$ sweet cheeks 1381 Boylston St., 617-266-1300, sweetcheeksq.com. Sweet Cheeks brings a taste of Texas barbecue to Boston using local, responsibly sourced and all-natural meats. Indulge in Berkshire pork belly or great northern brisket dressed in a variety of hot sauces with refreshing cocktails served in mason jars. L, D, LS, C. $$$
North End Antico Forno 93 Salem St., 617-723-6733, anticoforno boston.com. Featuring brick-oven classics such as roasted chicken with garlic and
herbs; pizza with artichoke hearts, porcini and buffalo mozzarella; and linguini with clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp. L, D. $$ Aragosta Bar & Bistro 3 Battery Wharf, 617-994-9001, aragosta bistro.com. Aragosta offers a warm, social atmosphere and contemporary Italian cuisine in a stunning waterfront setting that features an open kitchen with a chef’s counter and an outdoor terrace with views of Boston Harbor. B, L, D, BR, C. $$$ AssaGgio 25–29 Prince St., 617-227-7380, assaggio boston.com. This wine bar and bistro offers nightly specials from its mesquite-wood grill, as well as some of the best traditional Italian cuisine. Complement your dinner with one of 110 wines or an international beer or micro brews. L, D, LS. $$ Caffe Pompei 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei features a wide assortment of coffees, 160 wines by the glass, Italian cordials and sandwiches, pizza, homemade cannoli and ice cream imported from Italy. Open daily. B, L, LS. $
Lucca Restaurant & Bar 226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200; 116 Huntington Ave., 617-247-2400, luccaboston. com. This North End eatery (with a second location in the Back Bay) racks up accolades for its regional Italian cuisine, lively bar and elegant atmosphere. D, C, Valet Parking. $$$
Massimino’s Cucina Italiana
Owner/chef Massimino— former head chef of Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzerland’s Metropolitan Hotel—offers specialties like the veal chop stuffed with arugula, prosciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, among numerous other delights. 207 Endicott St., 617-523-5959, massiminosboston.com. L, D, LS, C. $
Neptune Oyster 63 Salem St., 617-742-3474, neptuneoyster. com. This outstanding raw bar offers an enormous selection of seafood, often
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dining cooked with a hint of Italian flair. The menu features 12 varieties of oysters, a renowned New England lobster roll, oyster minestrone and lobster scampi. L & D. $$$ Regina Pizzeria 111 ⁄2 Thacher St., 617Inside Tip: 227-0765, regina Many Regina pizzeria.com; also: locations offer online Quincy Market, Faneuil ordering, including the original one in Hall Marketplace; The the North End. Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-424-1115; South Station, Atlantic Ave. and Summer Street; 353 Cambridge St., Allston, 617-783-2300; 1330 Boylston St., 617-266-9210. Since 1926, patrons have been indulging in delicious, award-winning homemade pizza at Boston’s oldest brick-oven pizzeria. Delivery and curbside-to-go takeout available. C in Allston. L & D daily. $ Ristorante Bella Vista 288 Hanover St., 617-367-4999. This casual yet elegant family-style restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine, from escarole soup to lobster fra diavolo. L & D. $$ Ristorante Saraceno 286 Hanover St., 617-227-5888, saracenos. com. Neapolitan cuisine served in an intimate atmosphere complete with charming, beautifully decorated exposed brick walls. Reservations recommended. L, D, VP, C. $$ Terramia Ristorante 98 Salem St., 617-523-3112, terramiaristorante. com. Specializing in creative interpretations of Italian classics, Terramia offers seasonally based dishes and an extensive wine list in a cozy, rustic atmosphere. D. $$
South End *The Beehive 541 Tremont St., 617-423-0069, beehive boston.com. Hailed as a must-see Boston venue by Travel + Leisure, Zagat and The New York Times, this popular Bohemian eatery and bar features world-class live music as well as generous food and drink. D, Sat & SB. $$ boston chops 1375 Washington St., 617-227-5011, boston chops.com. An urban steak bistro, Boston 74
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Chops is a casual yet refined twist on steakhouse splendor. In addition to mouthwatering prime cuts and a 2,000-bottle wine room, the menu features a surprising list of rarely celebrated delicacies like roasted bone marrow and grilled herb marinated beef heart. D, LS, C, Sat & SB. $$$$ COPPA 253 Shawmut Ave., Inside Tip: 617-391-0902, coppa Chef Jamie boston.com. This Bissonnette recently won a enoteca from leg2014 James Beard endary restauraAward for Best teur Ken Oringer and Chef: Northeast. chef Jamie Bissonnette serves a variety of wood-fired pizza and pasta, as well as modern charcuterie dishes and small tapas-sized delicacies like salt cod crostini and marinated mushrooms. L, D, SB. $$$ Gaslight 560 Harrison Ave., 617-422-0224, gaslight 560.com. Critics and locals alike are drawn to this acclaimed French brasserie featuring top-notch fare and a young, energetic atmosphere. SB, L, D. $$$ Flour Bakery & cafe 1595 Washington St., 617-267-4300; 12 Farnsworth St., 617-338-4333; 190 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-225-2525, flourbakery.com. Chef Joanne Chang’s mastery of all things baked is on full display at this popular eatery with two locations in Boston and one in Cambridge. The sticky buns are to die for, as are the hot pressed sandwiches. B & L. $$ Hamersley’s Bistro 553 Tremont St., 617-423-2700, hamersleys bistro.com. This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by husband-and-wife team Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, puts South End dining on the map. Inspired the bistros of France, the menu revels in hearty, rustic dishes which draw from the diversity of seasonal, local New England ingredients. D. $$$$ MASA 439 Tremont St., 617-338-8884, masa restaurant.com. Bringing the Southwest to the South End, chef Philip Aviles serves up specialties such as roasted salmon with chipotle and horseradish crust and chili
rubbed steaks. Masa also serves brunch and a $1 tapas menu. D, SB, C. $$$
tuna in a roasted tomato vinaigrette. D, C, LS, SB. $$$
Myers + Chang 1145 Washington St., 617-542-5200, myers andchang.com. Inspired by traditional Taiwanese cuisine and Asian street food, this fun and funky eatery offers playful and novel takes on the classic dishes and flavors of Southeast Asia. L, D, C. $$
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Toro 1704 Washington St., 617-536-4300, tororestaurant.com. Chef Ken Oringer’s popular Spanish restaurant features seating at a series of communal tables and small, perfect-for-sharing tapas dishes—such as salt cod fritters, crispy pork belly and glazed beef short ribs—that blend a variety of vibrant styles and flavors. L, D, SB, C. $$$
Avenue One Restaurant Hyatt Regency, One Avenue de Lafayette, 617-422-5579, regencyboston.hyatt. com. Newly renovated, this restaurant and lounge serves contemporary New England cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail, three-course prix fixe dinner or a delectable dessert. Discounted parking available. B, L, D, C, VP. $$$ CityPlace On Stuart Street between Tremont and S. Charles streets in the State Transportation Bldg., cityplaceboston.com. Enjoy everything from handcrafted beers at Rock Bottom Brewery, delicious treats from Panera Bread and gourmet Chinese at P.F. Chang’s as well as specialty pizzas, custom burritos and more in the Food Court. B, L, D, C. $–$$$
Union Bar and Grille 1357 Washington St., 617-423-0555, union restaurant.com. This sleek, upscale American bistro in the SoWa District features everything from gourmet comfort food like *Jacob Wirth 31–374/4/14 Stuart St.,3:22 617-338-8586, the Reuben sandwich a beef-andPanorama Ads May and 2014:Duck Mag2/17.05 PM Pagejacobwirth. 2 com. Opened in 1868, Jacob Wirth is the sausage burger to the award-winning 10K
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dining city’s second-oldest restaurant, serving traditional German fare like wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten and a great selection of German beers. L, D, C, LS. $$
Cuisine Index American Asta 65 Audubon Boston 72 Back Deck 68 65 Bar 10 The Beehive 74 Ben & Jerry’s 65 The Bleacher Bar 72 Cheers 67 Clarke’s at Faneuil Hall 71 67 Clink Dick’s Last Resort 71 Eagle’s Deli 64 Finale 76 Flour Bakery 74 and Cafe Forum Bar & 66 Restaurant The Friendly Toast 38 Game On! 72 Hard Rock Cafe 71 Howl at the 69 Moon Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar & 77 Grill Kings 66 Oak Long Bar + Kitchen 66 Meritage 69 The Paramount 68 Parker’s Restaurant 70 Russell House 38 Tavern Sam LaGrassa’s 70 Scollay Square 68 Stephanie’s on 66 Newbury The Sunset Grill & Tap 64 Sweet Cheeks 72 Tavern Road 77 Top of the Hub 67 Union Bar and Grille 75
Asian Blue Dragon 76 Hong Kong 38 Myers + Chang 75 Shanghai Social Club 64
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French/FrenchAmerican Eastern Standard Gaslight Hamersley’s Bistro L’Espalier No. 9 Park
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72 Japanese/Sushi 74 O Ya 70 74 Mediterranean 66 Dante 38 53
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The Hungry i 68 Fajitas & ’Ritas 69 Miel 69 Masa 74 Patron’s Mexican Kitchen and Greek/GreekWatering Hole 64 American Zoe’s
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International Bond 68 CityPlace 75 Jacob Wirth 75 Menton 77 The Taj Boston 66 Towne Stove and Spirits 67 Trade 70
Irish The Asgard Irish Pub & Restaurant The Kinsale Irish Pub & Restaurant
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Italian Antico Forno 72 Antonio’s 67 Aragosta Bar & Bistro 73 Assaggio 73 Caffe Pompei 73 Coppa 74 Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse 65 Lucca Restaurant & Bar 73 Massimino’s Cucina Italiana 73 Nebo 70 Regina Pizzeria 74 Rialto 38 Ristorante Bella Vista 74 Ristorante Saraceno 74 Sportello 77 Teatro 76
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New England Avenue One Cafe Fleuri Durgin-Park Henrietta’s Table Nubar Zephyr on the Charles
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Seafood The Barking Crab 76 Jasper White’s Summer Shack 64 Legal Sea 76 Foods Neptune Oyster 73 Rowes Wharf 70 Sea Grille Row 34 77 Ye Olde Union Oyster House 71
Spanish/Tapas Tapeo Toro
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Steakhouses Boston Chops 74 Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse 65 Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 76 Fogo de Chao 65 Mooo 68 Smith & Wollensky 77
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This standout for sweets offers a wide array of specialty dessert creations, savory fare, coffees, wine and cocktails. One Columbus Ave., 617423-3184; 30 Dunster St., Harvard Sq., Cambridge, 617-4419797; finaledesserts.com. L, D, LS, C. $$
Legal Sea Foods 558 Washington St., 617-692-8888; 26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart, 617-4264444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-7425300; Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; 270 Northern Ave., Liberty Wharf, 617-477-2900; other locations, legalseafoods.com. This Boston tradition features more than 40 varieties of fresh fish and shellfish as well as a lengthy wine list. Named “Boston’s Most Popular Restaurant” by Zagat. L & D. $$$ Teatro 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841, teatroboston .com. Teatro boasts a reasonably priced, award-winning Italian-influenced menu by owner/chef Jamie Mammano. D, C, VP. $$$
Seaport/ Innovation District The Barking Crab 88 Sleeper St., 617-426-CRAB, barkingcrab. com. No frills at this ramshackle little clam shack that’s a Boston dining institution. Pluck mussels and steamers from plastic buckets and drink wine out of styrofoam cups under an outdoor tent brimming with communal-style picnic tables. L & D. $$ blue dragon 324 A St., 617-338-8585, ming.com/ blue-dragon. Named one of the best new restaurants of 2013 by Esquire, Ming Tsai’s 80-seat gastropub is a relaxed, Asianfusion neighborhood hangout with a tapasstyle menu. L, D, LS, C. $$ Del Frisco’s DoublE Eagle Steak House 250 Northern Ave., Suite 200, 617-951-1368, delfriscos.com. Located at Liberty Wharf, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House offers guests prime steaks, chops and
fresh seafood. Boasting an award-winning, 1,200+ wine list, spectacular harbor views and unparalleled hospitality, Del Frisco’s represents an exciting new destination in Boston dining. L, D, C, LS, VP. $$$$ JERRY REMY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 250 Northern Ave, 617-856-7369; 1265 Boylston St., 617-236-7369, jerryremys.com. Jerry Remy, the local sports icon, brings comfort food to Boston with his eponymous sports bar. The extensive drink list offers everything from beer to single malt scotches, while the menu features casual yet tasty treats such as house-smoked barbecue. L, D, C, LS. $$ Menton 354 Congress St., 617-737-0099, menton boston.com. This famed restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Barbara Lynch combines meticulous French technique with a passionate Italian sensibility in a luxurious atmosphere. D. $$$$ SMITH & WOLLENSKY 294 Congress St. at Atlantic Wharf, 617778-2200; 101 Arlington St., Back Bay, 617-
423-1112; smithandwollensky.com. Indulge your senses at two Boston locations: The new Atlantic Wharf outpost on historic Boston Harbor which boasts waterfront views and an outside lounge and patio, or Back Bay’s historic “castle,” offering “behind the scenes” tours. Atlantic Wharf: L & D. $$$$ Sportello 348 Congress St., 617-737-1234, sportello boston.com. Celebrity chef Barbara Lynch provides her interpretation of a classic diner, serving up impeccable trattoria-inspired Italian dishes and a new wine bar. L, D, SB. $$$ Row 34 383 Congress St., 617-553-5900, row34. com. This “workingman’s oyster bar” features fresh seafood, a unique beer selection and an industrial-chic decor. L, D. $$$ tavern road 343 Congress St., 617-790-0808, tavern road.com. Brothers Louis and Michael DiBiccari combine forces with local Boston artists to bring Fort Point a high-energy, modern menu and bar. D, LS, C. $$
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Feast for the senses Saint Anthony’s Feast Chairman Joe DiGirolamo gives an insider’s view of the famed North End celebration.
As a Born-and-Bred native of the DiGirolamo? With so much to choose from, he North End, Saint Anthony’s Feast Chairman offers a two-part answer. “Watching the visitors Joe DiGirolamo has had a long association that come to the Feast for the first time—the with New England’s largest Italian religious awe they are in as they walk the beautifully festival. “Every August it was a celebration of decorated streets and are amazed by all the my heritage, culture and, of course, my religreat foods and aromas.” He adds that the comgion. As a boy it was a hope to carry a flag or ing together of multiple generations of families the statue of Saint Anthony.” After nearly 15 from near and far is also a big thrill. years in his current role helping organize this As Boston’s oldest neighborhood and a joyous celebration, it’s safe to say he has more bastion of Italian culture, the North End has than realized his childhood ambition. no shortage of attractions besides the Feast. DiGirolamo has also witnessed first“Not only do we have the Freedom Trail with hand the growth of Saint Anthony’s Feast. great historical sites, but the restaurants, Attendance has continued to expand, thanks bakeries and salumerias are world-class,” to a combination of local and national media DiGirolamo states. coverage, exposure on the Internet and social It’s really the people that make up any networks, as well as additions over the years neighborhood, and although the faces in the like the Culinary Stage, where celebrity chefs North End may have changed over the years, showcase their cooking talents. Yet even DiGirolamo lauds the people as “the most with such changes, DiGirolamo acknowledges, “The Feast itself still Saint ANthony’s FEast maintains its original traditions August 29–31 on Endicott, Thacher and North Margin streets, North End, stanthonysfeast.com and integrity. The outdoor religious services—the Grand Procession of Saint Anthony—coincide exactly with the friendly and generous folks you will ever one in Montefalcione, Italy, where this Feast meet, who are proud of their heritage and originated.” their culture.” Whether visitors come here for As usual, the Feast promises grand daily the Feast, the Old North Church or a slice of parades and lots of music, not to mention aupizza at world-famous Regina Pizza, as DiGithentic Italian food from a multitude of street rolamo declares, “It’s a place everyone must vendors and area restaurants. But what, you visit and a place you will surely want to come may ask, is the favorite part for an insider like back to!” —Scott Roberto 78
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