Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Downtown Crossing

72 restaurants available nearby

1. Back Deck

4.4

Awesome(1980)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 17 times today

Back Deck offers professional backyard grilling in a laid-back city setting seven days a week. Back Deck brings the outdoors inside with details like exterior carriage lighting and glazed brick in the dining room and an open kitchen that invites guests to watch the flame-licked fun. Back serves polished takes on cookout classics as well as dishes cooked over an open flame at homes across the globe. Almost all of the menu is grilled on three hardwood charcoal grills hand-picked to accommodate many differing options.

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2. Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.6

Exceptional(3437)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Back Bay

Booked 59 times today

Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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3. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.3

Awesome(3776)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 98 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.

4. Bistro du Midi

4.7

Exceptional(4569)

Price: Expensive

• French • Back Bay

Booked 41 times today

Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.

5. Bar Mezzana

4.7

Exceptional(1408)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South End

Booked 30 times today

Bar Mezzana is a coastal Italian restaurant by Chef Colin Lynch at Ink Block in Boston’s South End, specializing in crudo and hand-made pasta. Signature dishes like Chicken Under a Brick, Grilled Octopus and Orecchiette with Sausage have become instant classics. Seasonal menu updates incorporate flavors from local farmers and purveyors. The crudo menu changes daily - think Nantucket bay scallops and razor clams along with Japanese and European delicacies like shima aji and lubina. All are expertly prepared with bright touches of citrus, oils and salts. Reserve in the dining room for a family dinner or date night. Enjoy the bar and lounge for bar snacks and a great burger. A private dining room is available for a business event or intimate party for up to 12. Any night of the week, Bar Mezzana welcomes with a thoughtful wine list, delightful cocktails, delicious food and friendly staff!

6. Mare

4.6

Exceptional(2899)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North End

Booked 49 times today

Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine. Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

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7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

4.5

Awesome(3479)

Price: Expensive

• American • Back Bay

Booked 152 times today

Welcome to Earls Prudential, located in Boston's vibrant Back Bay area in the iconic Prudential Center. Just steps from the Hynes Convention Center and Fenway Park, we offer an upscale casual experience with an energetic atmosphere, two big lively bars and an epic year-round rooftop patio.Our modern American menu is inspired by global flavours and crafted with premium ingredients, paired with expertly crafted cocktails and confidently charming service. Earls Prudential is the perfect destination for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late-night eats, or weekend brunch.Earls Prudential is an ideal venue for hosting your next event. From intimate gatherings and corporate events to large-scale social celebrations, our versatile dining spaces can accommodate groups of all sizes.Your table is ready—we can’t wait to welcome you!

8. South End Buttery

4.5

Awesome(2399)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South End

Booked 25 times today

South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

9. Beehive

4.6

Exceptional(7138)

Price: Expensive

• American • South End

Booked 43 times today

The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.

10. ArtBar

4.2

Awesome(813)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 8 times today

Dining Igloo seating now available with breathtaking views of the Charles River and Boston Skyline, make ArtBar a neighborhood destination. All igloo reservations will have a twenty (20) percent experience fee add to all food and beverage and also a Twenty (20) percent service charge. ArtBar is a warm, intimate retreat for food and art lovers located inside The Royal Sonesta Boston hotel in Cambridge, MA. The ArtBar boasts stellar selections from the hotel's world-class art collection while the restaurant features innovative, regional American cuisine, a well curated wine list and specialty cocktails. RESERVATIONS: Reservations are recommended. Due to our limited seating capacity, reservations for the outside patio can not be guaranteed.

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Meg
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic. Ate at our own pace, everything was delicious, cocktails and wine included. Service was great, not intrusive, have what we wanted when we wanted it. Loved it, will be back soon.
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Terra - Eataly BostonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Back Bay
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4.3
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Kyle
Maine •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Family lunch after the Pops and it was wonderful. We’re a family of 6 and the food was inventive, filling, and so tasty.
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Buttermilk & BourbonPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• Back Bay
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4.6
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Tony
Greater Boston •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is the third year that my friends and I have come for the feast of the seven fishes. The food is amazing as usual, excellent service, and and festive ambience. We will be back next year.
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Bar MezzanaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South End
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4.7
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Matt
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A beautiful location, impeccable service (Shout out to the ever attentive, informed and unfailingly prompt, polite and engaging Luis! He also takes a great picture) The food was outstanding, from the opening oysters through Halibut, Steaks, Duck and finished by the Chocolate Souffle. A glorious wine list, a little intimidating, but lots of ready and willing guidance available if desired. This was a great place for a family holiday dinner. The only consideration is the dining room was a little loud, but that may just be my old ears. And the lighted Public Garden out the windows was a cherry on top!
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Bistro du MidiPrice: Expensive• French• Back Bay
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4.7
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NathineVIP
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was great for network meeting. Food was delicious, will return again.
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Back DeckPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing
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4.4

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72 restaurants available nearby

1. Back Deck

2. Buttermilk & Bourbon

3. Terra - Eataly Boston

4. Bistro du Midi

5. Bar Mezzana

6. Mare

7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Boston - Prudential Center

8. South End Buttery

9. Beehive

10. ArtBar

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