Beacon Hill, one of the most gorgeous and upscale neighborhoods in Boston, is full of postcard-perfect brick row houses, trendy boutiques, and charming streets lit by antique lanterns. It also features one of the most impressive restaurant scenes in the city. No matter if you’re looking for fine dining, a casual atmosphere to grab a beer and some appetizers, or a place to enjoy a delicious lunch, Beacon Hill has you covered. Whether you own one of the Beacon Hill homes or you’re in the area to visit friends or look for property, you must consider visiting one of these incredible establishments.
Mooo
A modern steakhouse located near the fantastic XV Beacon Hotel, Mooo features a sophisticated atmosphere perfect for enjoying a lingering dinner and an extensive list. If you really want to have a truly memorable and exclusive experience, reserve The Wine Cellar for a private dining event for up to 50 people.
Mooo is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you make this your first stop of the day before you start looking at Beacon Hill real estate, you can enjoy a breakfast of McCann’s Irish Oatmeal, avocado toast, or Eggs Benedict. Lunch options include east coast oysters, sirloin burgers, and sesame-crusted tuna salads. If you decide to make this your happy hour spot, you can enjoy the special bar menu from 2-5:30 p.m. and dine on Japanese wagyu beef dumplings, Maine lobster bisque, or prime dry-aged meatballs. Of course, dinner is the star of the show with delectable options such as the Grand Seafood Tower, the Australian wagyu sirloin paired with creamed spinach, and panko and parmesan-crusted onion rings followed by a warm apple tart.
Emmet’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
One of the most authentic Irish pubs in all of Boston, Emmet’s serves authentic Irish fare like Guinness onion soup, grilled corned beef sandwiches, shepherd’s pie, and fish n’ chips. The pub also has a selection of draft beers, a small wine list, and hand-crafted cocktails. Those with Beacon Hill homes who want to go out for a weekend brunch can enjoy a full Irish breakfast of Irish sausage and bacon, black and white pudding, Irish beans, home fries, two eggs and toast, corned beef hash, or French toast along with an Emmet’s mimosa or Bloody Mary.
Toscano
Located on Beacon Hill’s famed Charles Street, Toscano has a luxurious atmosphere perfect for celebrating a successful offer on a piece of Beacon Hill real estate. You can book a private dining experience in The Cucina or The Grotto rooms or reserve a table in the restaurant’s elegant main dining room to enjoy a dinner of Salsicce Uccelletto – simmered homemade pork sausage with Tuscan white beans and tomato, Margherita pizza, spaghetti Pomodoro, or veal scaloppine. Toscano’s wine list is large and filled with some of Tuscany’s best reds and whites, and the expert staff will help you make the right choice to complement your meal. Don’t forget to save room for dessert, as Toscano has excellent daily selections of gelato as well as their house specialty of tiramisu. If you'd rather end your dinner with a drink, you can choose from a selection of ports, cognacs, or grappe.
No. 9 Park
The flagship restaurant of talented chef Barbara Lynch, No. 9 Park has been awarded a AAA Four Diamond Rating and has received a James Beard Award for its outstanding wine program. From its elegant location in a Beacon Hill townhome, No. 9 Park serves a six-course chef’s tasting menu of Hamachi Crudo, halibut, chicken tortellini, Rohan duck, ribeye, and a coconut rum dessert. If you’d prefer to order off the à la carte menu, you can select a caviar service, seared Hudson Valley foie gras, or a lamb fondue with gorgonzola cheese and brioche. Owners of Beacon Hill homes who appreciate quality craft cocktails may also be interested in the restaurant’s monthly afternoon cocktail classes. Held one Sunday per month from 2-4 p.m., the classes focus on a different topic each time, and participants are able to sip on drinks and enjoy complimentary bar snacks which go with the theme.
Tip Tap Room
Owners of Beacon Hill homes who love craft beer and excellent food gravitate to the Tip Tap Room. Opened in 2012 by veteran chef Brian Poe, the Tip Tap Room has 36 brews on tap, rare beers in the cellar, which are available upon request, and a full brunch and dinner menu. Dinner appetizers range from winter baked brie to Korean chicken wings, and entrees include blackened shrimp risotto, beef tenderloin tips, and a braised brisket and chorizo burger. If you’re a brunch aficionado, drop in from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the weekend and try out the West End Omelet, buttermilk biscuits and gravy, or French toast donut holes with a glass of sangria or Tip Tap Bloody Mary.
Carrie Nation
If you know anything about the temperance movement, you’ll recognize the name Carrie Nation. She was a radical member of the movement who was known to attack establishments serving alcohol with a hatchet. It’s only fitting that a restaurant and cocktail club with 1920s style drinks would be named after her. You can stop in for a delicious meal, examine fascinating photos depicting Carrie’s life, or enjoy a stiff drink. If you really want to have a good time, come in on a Sunday for the special Drag brunch. You’ll be able to enjoy a full brunch buffet along with an interactive drag show from 2-4 p.m. with drink specials and a full bar.
Begin your search for Beacon Hill real estate
If you live in Beacon Hill or will be in the area to look at properties for sale, make sure to reserve some time to visit one – or all – of the fantastic restaurants on this list. If you want to know more about Beacon Hill homes for sale, please don’t hesitate to reach out to trusted agent Dylan Costello for expert guidance.
