Bring along a date or your favorite group of friends and head to Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar for a memorable time. Set in an expansive space with wooden walls and floors, dim yellow lights and a breezy outdoor patio, the restaurant’s decor adds to the charm of dining here. As for the food, one can feast on dishes like Scallops Crudo, Hanger Steak and Potato Tortilla. Cheese and charcuterie plates are available, as are salads, vegetarian dishes and sharing plates. Don't forget to pair the food with a beverage from the bar. Their collection of Spanish wines are especially popular with the locals. If you are looking for a memorable evening out, then a couple of hours at Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar will not disappoint.
Occupying the heart of Downtown, Boston, haley.henry is an intimate yet imposing wine bar. Beckoning wine enthusiasts of the city, this quaint establishment serves an outstanding collection of rare, natural wines. The decadent reds and whites served here are sourced from undiscovered wineries, adding to the charm of savoring enticing finds. Tempting small plates, Spanish and Portuguese canned fishes, charcuterie, pickles, tartares and ceviches all comprise the impressive list of accompaniments, which promise to leave both your belly and heart full.
Ostra is the brainchild of The Columbus Hospitality Group. This Mediterranean restaurant has gained popularity since its inception for its delicious seafood and contemporary styles of preparing them. Executive Chef Mitchell Randall and Owner/Chef Jamie Mammano have curated and created a delicious menu here. The meals are seasonal depending on the fresh catches of the day. The food menu comprises of raw oysters, caviar selections and roasted and grilled fish delicacies in entrees. Go for a glass or two of wine and end your meal with ice creams or sorbets from their desserts section. There is a private dining area that can accommodate about 40 seated people or 70 in standing. They also have live piano entertainment that plays soulful music through the day.
For those to whom the atmosphere is just as important as the food, try this chic South End restaurant. The low tables and tall windows are designed for dining, lounging and people watching. Chef Jamie Mammano presents interesting entrées with French with Mediterranean influences. Dishes include Grilled King Salmon, Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Roasted Rack of Lamb and Mistral Linguine.
No.9 Park, located in the shadow of the State House, has become one of Boston's hottest eateries since its opening in 1998. The dark and cool interior has cherry wood and indigo walls for a modern, elegant feel. The menu blends European influences and New England ingredients. Appetizers include Salade de Petite Courgett and Terrine of Foie Gras. Roasted Beef Ribeye is equally amazing. Desserts are superb. Try the Vanilla Creme Caramel or Chocolate & Hazelnut Tart, simply divine!
Tucked away on a quiet street in the North End, the maroon awning and open windows of Terramia Ristorante beckon to those with a taste for modern Italian fare. The specialties here include Maine lobster with raddichio, fritters and wild boar sausage over polenta. The homemade Abruzzi-style spaghetti and the risotto should not be missed. Try the pan-roasted filet mignon or fresh-cut veal chops. An extensive array of beer and wine are available to complement you meal.