I have a last minute business dinner in Boston this coming Monday. 5 of us, preferably in the Seaport area. Someplace not challenging, but good food, decent wine a plus, and not too noisy. I don’t know Boston at all, and none of the recommendations I found on other threads seemed to fit the bill. Any help appreciated.
There’s not many great quiet places in Seaport. I’ve done Troquet for dinner for people that like wine as well. Do they work in seaport or live there, is that what’s driving it?
We all work for State Street, and several will be in the office prior. The out of towners are staying at the Intercon. My boss asked me, the foodie, to choose a place in Seaport, but I can push the envelope if there’s a good option. A few like wine, but I’m the only truly serious one.
got it. i live in seaport so was just curious about the location. serafina just opened in the old babbo spot but other than that, it’s all chains as you probably know already.
The seaport is hit or miss no matter where you try. It’s awkward and going through puberty with rapid growth, lack of staff, moving median of tastes, etc.
That being said, Chickadee was as advertised when I was there for early dinner/drinks about 9 months ago. It’s got a solid local pedgree so that trumps chains for me.
If at all possible, go to select oyster in the back bay.
Boston is small so getting there won’t be bad on a holiday Monday. We enjoy that place a lot so it may fit for calibration
Also, K_F_o_l_e_y , I’m sure he’ll have insight and this thread is a bit off the beaten path.
First choice would be Troquet, but I believe they are closed on Mondays. Mooo (terrible name) is a nice restaurant for business dinners. It is the first floor of Fifteen Beacon Hotel near the state house. Another choice might be N0. 9 Park. Boston is small and easy to uber around in.
Thanks, Peter. Chickadee is booked, unfortunately and this group would not like Select Oyster’s almost 100% seafood focus (though I have it marked for future visits!)
Kevin prefers not to speak to me, so I’ll respect his choice and won’t reach out.
Apologies to both, just a casual reader passing through. I have no intentions to stoke any flames.
For me, the seaport is more of a place where you can enjoy a flashy meal in a busy yet pleasant environment. It can be plenty of fun so enjoy the ride, and if you see something you like, go ahead and grab it.
There are some gems. Lucky’s lounge is still around and a solid, local spot for an after dinner bar.
Not in the seaport, but Ostra is extremely strong, albeit pricey. Monkfish was the best ever, and plenty of more upscale options. Currently my favorite in Boston.
Wine list is on line and while the markup isn’t low, you can always get 2019 Huet sec for $110-$120 a bottle.