Best Authentic Restaurants in Theater District

195 restaurants available nearby

1. The Q Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(389)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Theater District

Booked 58 times today

Take a culinary tour through Asia at The Q. This restaurant serves a mix of classic Chinese, Japanese and Mongolian hotpot in upscale, hip surrounds that include a cozy lounge. Sift through a vast menu packed with hot pot specials, sushi and savory entrees. A popular neighborhood destination, The Q is a nice pick if you're in the mood for some pan-Asian cuisine. The restaurant's spacious interior plays well to small- and medium-sized groups.

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2. Maggiano's - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(6479)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 126 times today

Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy Boston, located on Columbus Avenue near the Theater District, Boston Common & Park Plaza. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Freedom Trail & the Boston Tea Party. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more.Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.

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3. M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza

4.5

Awesome(273)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Back Bay

Booked 11 times today

Thank you for choosing MJ O'Connor's! We have spacious, socially-distanced seating and operate with the highest standards of safety. We currently are not taking reservations at this time, but walk-ins are always welcome! Any questions please give us a call at (617) 482-2255! We look forward to providing you with a safe and enjoyable dining experience!About MJ O'Connor's:A favorite Irish pub for visitors and locals alike for over 15 years, visit MJ O’Connor’s for delicious pub fare, American food, local craft beers and an extensive draft beer selection. Menu features include award winning New England Clam Chowder, Fish & Chips, and Steak Tips. MJ’s is conveniently located in the Park Plaza, between Back Bay and the Theater District.

4. Krasi

4.8

Exceptional(1787)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Back Bay

Booked 76 times today

Krasi is love. Krasi is life. Krasi is wine, literally.Krasi is about conversations and the people immersed in them. It’s about new friends, old friends, and turning strangers into friends.With a Greek wine list of over 180 all natural and biodynamic selections, every pour tells a story. Our menu of regional Greek meze set the stage to feast like the gods. Uncover and rediscover Greece with us. Krasi is Greek, differently.

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5. Trattoria Il Panino

4.5

Awesome(6424)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 205 times today

Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.

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6. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.5

Awesome(3442)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Back Bay

Booked 122 times today

Buttermilk & Bourbon is a genuine Southern restaurant in Boston. It's praised for its unique, delicious dishes, with reviewers saying 'the food was not only imaginative but very tasty' and 'felt like we were in New Orleans'. The ambiance, service, and value consistently receive high ratings, making it a well-loved place for a Southern experience.

7. Riccardo's

4.5

Awesome(2721)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North End

Booked 63 times today

Riccardo's Ristorante is a family run business in the North End of Boston, across from Paul Revere's House. It has been recognized by local and national known food critiques as one of the best authentic Italian Restaurants in Boston. Now being run by Richie Jr., Riccardo's has the same fine standards and quality of food as always. The staff is highly trained and knowledgeable about every item on the menu. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood Ricardo's never skimps on portions. Come and visit. Renew your love for Riccardo's.

8. The Red Fox

4.5

Awesome(153)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 65 times today

The Red Fox is an Italian American restaurant and lounge brought to you by All Day Hospitality Group (Tony & Elaine's, Ciao Roma, Farmacia, Ward 8). The focus of the menu is on handmade pasta and a mix of throwback dishes and Italian classics, with a fantastic cocktail menu with nostalgic martinis and high quality seasonal cocktails, and an excellent wine list. Located in The North End, The Red Fox pays homage to the Italian American neighborhood and some of the great old school establishments in the city.

9. Contessa - Boston

4.7

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Back Bay

Booked 48 times today

Perched atop The Newbury Hotel like a crown jewel, Contessa is a grand destination. Guests are welcomed from morning till night to a sunlit, rooftop restaurant with Art Deco references and mid-century modern detailing, offering sweeping views of Back Bay and the Boston Public Garden. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

10. No Relation

4.8

Exceptional(141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • South End

Booked 8 times today

No Relation is a unique, intimate dining experience that serves high-quality, creatively interpreted Japanese cuisine. The omakase menu is crafted by Chef Colin Lynch, featuring a wide range of flavors that are appreciated by many customers. As one reviewer put it, 'the menu is a delightful journey of flavors that clearly showcases the chef's creativity and skill.' Another customer noted, 'Chef did an amazing job at curating an informative and engaging omakase service.' The positive reviews and high ratings confirm that No Relation is an authentic Japanese dining experience.

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Sheru
Philadelphia County •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely experience on Christmas day! The food was tasty and fresh. We had the fried calamari, shrimp with snow peas, Mongolian beef, and szechuan string beans, all of which I can recommend. Servers were friendly and efficient. Very fair prices.
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The Q RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Asian• Theater District
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4.8
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Melissa
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a great experience at Maggiano’s! My only take back is there booths and tables can be congested. I server Tomas was phenomenal and the food was very good. I will always comeback here. They do things the right way!
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Maggiano's - BostonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.7
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Bridget
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious!! Tight quarters with the tables but that’s every North end restaurant. Delicious food and drinks but they don’t serve desert. Need to go to their bakery next door but given it was Christmas Eve Eve, there were lines out of every bakery door!! Good service and not bad prices. They have valet ($30) but didn’t realize and my husband dropped us off and parked in the lot down the street. They won’t seat you until your full party is together. Overall would definitely recommend.
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Trattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End
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4.5
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Erin
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The space exudes a warm, inviting energy, striking the perfect balance between liveliness and intimacy. The food and service were nothing short of phenomenal, making it an ideal spot for a memorable date night.
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KrasiPrice: Expensive• Greek• Back Bay
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4.8
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PamelaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •35 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Dec 2024
Great business lunch for a casual experience. Large fish and chips portion which was well made and moist.
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M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Back Bay
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4.5

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195 restaurants available nearby

1. The Q Restaurant

2. Maggiano's - Boston

3. M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza

4. Krasi

5. Trattoria Il Panino

6. Buttermilk & Bourbon

7. Riccardo's

8. The Red Fox

9. Contessa - Boston

10. No Relation

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