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The Beacon at View Boston

4.6
4.6
549 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
If you’re chasing the best views in Boston, look no further! Located atop of the Prudential Tower, View Boston features breathtaking views of the city and an unforgettable Bostonian experience. Enjoy a sunset cocktail while you roam New England’s highest outdoor roof deck. Once you’ve explored the 360-degree observation deck and discovered all Boston has to offer, stop into The Beacon bistro to enjoy seasonally inspired beverages and bites while continuing to enjoy the unbeatable views of the city.

Tickets to View Boston are required to access The Beacon. Guests are encouraged to book a prepaid experience, which includes a general admission ticket. Please note, if you have booked an a la carte reservation, you will need to purchase an admission ticket to go up.
Please also be aware that the time of your reservation is the time to be at the restaurant, but you may enter View Boston at any point before the time of your reservation!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 314-8750
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • Beacon Bistro Bites

    US$99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Your package includes a general admission ticket, a reservation at The Beacon Bistro, two beverages, one appetizer or salad, and one large plate or sandwich. We recommend arriving 60 minutes prior to your reservation to enjoy the views from the 360-degree observation deck, roam the highest outdoor roof deck in New England and explore the experiential elements that highlight various neighborhoods and point of interest throughout the city! Your general admission ticket will be available for pick up at guest services upon your arrival. See you up there!
    Beacon Bistro Bites photo
  • Celebration Experience

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Toast above the skyline in celebration of your next milestone! Your celebration package includes one Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut Split, one appetizer, one entree, and a shareable dessert for the table! As a special thank you for celebrating your special occasion with us, you will receive a complimentary ticket to visit us again!
    Celebration Experience photo
  • Savor the Skyline

    US$35.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Take your lunch break to new heights! Your package includes a general admission ticket, one spirit-free beverage and one appetizer, salad, or sandwich (excludes lobster roll: this item is available to order for an additional $10.) We recommend arriving 60 minutes prior to your reservation to enjoy the views from the 360-degree observation deck and explore the immersive exhibits that highlight various neighborhoods and point of interest throughout the city. See you up there! Your general admission ticket will be available for pick up at guest services upon your arrival.
    Savor the Skyline photo

What 549 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beacon at View Boston offers a breathtaking dining experience with "beautiful views" that are hard to beat. The restaurant shines with "amazing cocktails" and "excellent service," making it ideal for romantic evenings. While some guests noted limited menu options, the outstanding vistas and atmosphere create a memorable visit.

549 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was A Wonderful Experience from Entering the Establishment to the Exit The Host,Wait Staff , The Food Deliciously Good, The Vibe & Ambience Very Enjoyable, The Breathtaking Views ..Love it this was Our Second Visit ..Looking Foward to Our Next

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  2. Sylvain

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We love the view. However, it is unfortunate that you have to pay for tickets to enter the building and also pay for the meal, which is not inexpensive. The view is absolutely amazing and the service has always been friendly, however, I have to pay for entrance to the building in addition to going for your meal seems a bit excessive

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  3. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular view from our table. Restaurant was lovely, and food was delicious. We had the calamari appetizer & chicken sandwich. Also tried the spirit-free cocktails which were yummy.

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  4. Sarena

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We were not impressed with the food service and quality of food or the “spirit-free” drinks. Fun to view Boston from high up. We got one of the “experience packages” so our expectations for the food weren’t all that high, but it was still underwhelming especially because gratuity was automatically included.

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  5. claudia

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will definitely be back! So pleased with everything. And food was great! Good options too

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  6. Stephen

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time, everything was perfect and I got to purpose to the woman I love. And, she said “yes”…!!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Shannon

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great to way to experience the city! Bistro Bites for two. Food, drink, and service were all excellent. The view phenomenal! From another review we booked for sunset. Hit the top seeing the city at dusk, dining at a secluded window area with a perfect view for the final sunset glow turning to city nightlights. Would definitely book again in the future.

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  8. Jessica

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service, ambience & food quality! I highly recommend!

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  9. Vince

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was great and the view amazing. Biggest complaint was the service, the entire time, the servers kept asking us to take our plates and giving us the check when we weren’t even finished eating and interrupting us while we were having a conversation. Given we were only there for less than 1 hour. This was completely unacceptable.

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  10. Kerim

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Empty Cheap food but not cheap TSA style service Meant for tourists but missing any Boston vibe Bar designed in the wrong space

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FAQs

The Beacon at View Boston is rated 4.6 stars by 549 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Beacon at View Boston

800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Accessible from the MBTA’s Green Line, Orange Line, Commuter Rail and bus system. The Green like “E” train has a Prudential Center stop which exits to the center. 
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (617) 314-8750
  • Private party facilities
    Adjacent to The Beacon is View Boston’s Studio 50, together these venues are Boston’s premiere destination for unforgettable private dining experiences, cocktail receptions, and meetings. Visit viewboston.com/events to start planning a private dining experience or your next event for parties of 8 to 120 guests.
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