The Banks Seafood and Steak

4.5

1364 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

9 Jan 2025

19:00

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Good for groups

The latest venture from restauranteur Chris Himmel and Executive Chef Robert Sisca, The Banks delivers inspired interpretations of coastal favorites and classic steak dishes in an elegant two-story space in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. Seafood, steaks, and strong cocktails are served against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows, a warm and inviting fireplace, a working wine room, and open kitchen—making this the perfect place to celebrate, indulge, and enjoy New England classics like you’ve never had them before. Swing in for daily oyster hour, or reserve a table for your next celebration.

Located on the corner of Clarendon and Stuart Streets, The Banks is within walking distance of the South End and Back Bay neighborhoods, including just a short distance from Boston's famous Copley Square.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Midday Lunch Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 399-0015
Website
http://www.thebanksboston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Edson Rojas
Private party facilities
At The Banks Seafood and Steak, we pay homage to the fishing traditions of the New England fishermen while featuring land options as well. We offer two fully private dining spaces, as well as many other semi-private spaces. The Banks is also available for partial and full buyouts.
Private party contact
Alexander Sohn: (617) 399-0028

Location
406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116
Area
Back Bay
Cross Street
Clarendon Street + Stuart Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Back Bay Train Station, Orange Line or Copley T stop on the Green Line.
Additional
Indoor Fireplace

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Experiences

Scotch & Sirloin
US$110.00 per person
Prepaid
1 Feb 2025 only
19:00
Indulge in an exclusive scotch tasting experience curated by Beverage Director Benjamin Chesna. Savor a decadent four-course menu crafted by Culinary Director and Partner Robert Sisca and Executive Chef Edson Rojas, with a sweet finale from Executive Pastry Chef Tab Volpe. Menu FIRST Glendronach 12 Year Sherry Cask Winter Squash & Lobster Bisque SECOND Aberfeldy 16 Year Wild Boar Agnolotti walnut salsa, parmesan broth, prosciutto THIRD Bowmore 18 Year Prime NY Strip watercress, winter black truffle butter FOURTH Laphroaig Lore Smoked Chocolate Pavlova milk chocolate mousse, meringue, French vanilla ice cream
Valentine's Day Dinner
14 Feb 2025 only
Celebrate this Valentine's Day with us! Enjoy a pre-fixe menu crafted by Executive Chef Edson Rojas and Executive Pastry Chef Tab Volpe. Enhance the experience with a wine pairing curated by Beverage Director Ben Chesna. $125 per person | $75 wine pairing Our à la carte menu will available.

Offers

$2 Oyster During Midday
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 15:00 - 17:00
Join us from 3 - 6 pm every day for $2 dollar oysters! Reservations and walk-ins welcome.

Popular dishes

Selection of OystersUS$4.50
banks hot sauce, mignonette, cocktail sauce
Poached Shrimp CocktailUS$5.00
jumbo shrimp, chili cocktail sauce
Chilled Lobster TailUS$32.00
saffron aioli, grilled lemon
Ceviche of the DayUS$21.00
uni leche de tigre, red onion, sweet potato, kiwi, corn nut
Tuna TartareUS$22.00
sesame, jalapeño, crispy rice, rose harissa
Nantucket Bay Scallop CrudoUS$25.00
concord grape, garlic chip, kaluga caviar
Ora King Salmon CrudoUS$19.00
passion fruit, red currant ponzu, watermelon radish, squid ink tuile
American Wagyu Tartare & CaviarUS$32.00
potato croquette, shallots, cornichon, mustard, white truffle oil

Hors d'Oeuvres & Salad

New England Clam ChowderUS$15.00
berkshire pork belly, chives, herb oil
Arcadian GreensUS$16.00
sunflower seeds, autumn vegetables, feta, apple, balsamic vinaigrette
CaesarUS$17.00
white anchovy, pecorino, crouton
Chilled Crab Cake AsusaUS$25.00
avocado, spicy cocktail, cilantro aioli
Spanish OctopusUS$25.00
cauliflower, kelp chimichurri, carbonara emulsion
Point Judith CalamariUS$19.00
jalapeño, zucchini, banana pepper remoulade
Maine MusselsUS$24.00
chorizo, chipotle cream, dill, grilled baguette
Foie Gras TorchonUS$26.00
pink guava, sugar waffle, kiwi berry

Entrees

Lobster RavioliUS$37.00
brown butter, potato confit, fra diavolo
BranzinoUS$42.00
sunchoke crema, baby carrot, hen of the woods, burgundy truffle
BologneseUS$32.00
trofie pasta, dry aged beef, spicy sausage, parmesan
Seared Jumbo ScallopsUS$45.00
pumpkin, baby artichoke, fig, butternut crema
Tuna SteakUS$44.00
japanese eggplant, wild mushrooms, black sesame emulsion
Veal Chop MilaneseUS$68.00
baby heirloom tomatoes, watercress, caperberries, lemon butter
Freebird ChickenUS$35.00
sage spaetzle, shishito peppers, parsnip crema
Ora King SalmonUS$40.00
almonds, pine nuts, kale, delicata squash, apple, carrot romesco
Lobster Roll Hot or ColdUS$48.00
brown butter bun, chives, old bay potato chips
Lobster BakeUS$76.00
corn, lobster, clams, mussels, shrimp, potatoes, corn, baguette
Steamed Whole Lobster
corn, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, drawn butter
Dover Sole MeunièreUS$75.00
almonds, brown butter, broccoli, fingerlings

From the Broiler

Greater Omaha Filet Mignon 10 ozUS$69.00
Omaha, NE
Brandt Prime Bavette 8 ozUS$38.00
Brawley, CA
Brandt Prime NY 14 ozUS$76.00
Brawley, CA
Brandt 100 Day Aged Ribeye 12 ozUS$90.00
Brawley, CA

Additions

BearnaiseUS$7.00
Truffle ButterUS$9.00
Au PoivreUS$7.00
Lobster TailUS$32.00
Seared Foie GrasUS$26.00
Jumbo ShrimpUS$15.00

What 1,364 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

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The Banks Seafood and Steak offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food" and "amazing service." Guests rave about its "fantastic view," "delicious seafood," and "excellent wine list." The restaurant's atmosphere is praised as "beautiful" and "lively." While some dishes have received mixed reviews, the standout jalapeño cornbread and lobster roll continue to impress.

1,364 Reviews

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Karen
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food! Service and ambiance was good. World definitely go back!
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Denise
Jackson Hole
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there for New Year’s Eve and it was a perfect place to celebrate! Great service. great food. great live music!
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again at The Banks very soon!
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Susan
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was so much more than we could have hoped for! for our family’s New Year’s Eve Celebration dinner and music evening in the City.. The ambiance was so festive at The Banks! The table was perfect!! The food was to die for. We keep taking about the salmon Crudo and all the Seafood! Amazing!!!! The sommelier, Hillary was so nice and informed! The server Camillia was the best!!!! Banks staff You knocked it out of the park! Happy New Year and thanks a million!!!! ❤️🥳🎆🕛🤸‍♀️ Corner round table at Stuart and Clarendon is fantastic! We loved the music! 🎵 🥁 🎸!! Be back soon! ❤️🥳
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 5 days ago
Hi Susan, Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again at The Banks very soon!
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LAUREN
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
NYE prefix dinner was delicious! We tried everything! The jazzy holiday music was so nice to dine with and the service was fantastic. Looking forward to next year.
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again at The Banks very soon!
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william
VIP
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and wonderful ambiance.
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Mike
Charleston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My Old Fashioned drink was average at best. We each had an Arcadian salad which was excellent. I highly recommend it. My scallops were good, and my wife’s salmon was OK, not as good as most other restaurants.Chocolate mousse cake was average. Not a very special experience.
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Joseph
VIP
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience Banks. This was a W concierge recommended spot for close walking distance and good food, service and ambiance and it didn’t disappoint in the least. Beautiful interior - we sat on first floor near fireplace - service was fast and door was portioned perfectly and delicious. Highly Recommend!
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again at The Banks very soon!
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Regina
Greater Boston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The lobster rolls were a tad overcooked but the lobster bake was tasty. The clam chowders weren’t particularly special according to my companions who had them. The foie gras dish was beautiful. The dinner rolls were fluffy and lightly sweet. The coat check was very useful since we had winter coats on.
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Lynne
Greater Boston
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu choices! Great waitress! Delicious food! Beautiful upscale place!
The Banks Seafood and SteakResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to seeing you again at The Banks very soon!
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Matthew
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and our server was attentive and professional. Host/manager was somewhat aloof and was not inclined to seat us early even though there were open tables.
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FAQs

The Banks Seafood and Steak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 399-0015.

The Banks Seafood and Steak is rated 4.5 stars by 1364 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

9 Jan 2025

19:00

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Banks Seafood and Steak

406 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

Cross Street
Clarendon Street + Stuart Street
Area
Back Bay
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Midday Lunch Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Cocktail Bar, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Back Bay Train Station, Orange Line or Copley T stop on the Green Line.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Edson Rojas
Additional
Indoor Fireplace

Website
http://www.thebanksboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 399-0015
Private party facilities
At The Banks Seafood and Steak, we pay homage to the fishing traditions of the New England fishermen while featuring land options as well. We offer two fully private dining spaces, as well as many other semi-private spaces. The Banks is also available for partial and full buyouts.
Private party contact
Alexander Sohn: (617) 399-0028

Featured in

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

The Banks Seafood and Steak

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Scotch & Sirloin

Valentine's Day Dinner

$2 Oyster During Midday

Branzino

New England Clam Chowder

Banana Cream Pie

Raw Bar & Crudo

Selection of OystersUS$4.50

Poached Shrimp CocktailUS$5.00

Chilled Lobster TailUS$32.00

Ceviche of the DayUS$21.00

Tuna TartareUS$22.00

Nantucket Bay Scallop CrudoUS$25.00

Ora King Salmon CrudoUS$19.00

American Wagyu Tartare & CaviarUS$32.00

Hors d'Oeuvres & Salad

New England Clam ChowderUS$15.00

Arcadian GreensUS$16.00

CaesarUS$17.00

Chilled Crab Cake AsusaUS$25.00

Spanish OctopusUS$25.00

Point Judith CalamariUS$19.00

Maine MusselsUS$24.00

Foie Gras TorchonUS$26.00

Entrees

Lobster RavioliUS$37.00

BranzinoUS$42.00

BologneseUS$32.00

Seared Jumbo ScallopsUS$45.00

Tuna SteakUS$44.00

Veal Chop MilaneseUS$68.00

Freebird ChickenUS$35.00

Ora King SalmonUS$40.00

Lobster Roll Hot or ColdUS$48.00

Lobster BakeUS$76.00

Steamed Whole Lobster

Dover Sole MeunièreUS$75.00

From the Broiler

Greater Omaha Filet Mignon 10 ozUS$69.00

Brandt Prime Bavette 8 ozUS$38.00

Brandt Prime NY 14 ozUS$76.00

Brandt 100 Day Aged Ribeye 12 ozUS$90.00

Additions

BearnaiseUS$7.00

Truffle ButterUS$9.00

Au PoivreUS$7.00

Lobster TailUS$32.00

Seared Foie GrasUS$26.00

Jumbo ShrimpUS$15.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does The Banks Seafood and Steak offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Banks Seafood and Steak restaurant rated?

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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