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Alcove
$$$$•American•4.2(2,107)Alcove is a welcoming neighborhood restaurant on the edge of Boston’s West End, offering comfortable seasonal American fare & great cocktails from hospitality veteran Tom Schlesinger-Guidelli. Classic dishes like the Whole Roasted Chicken and beloved Prosciutto Bites delight guests, while signature cocktails like the Raspberry Lime Rickey and Champside—along with spirit-free options—ensure something for everyone.
The cozy dining room & expansive open-air patio boast stunning views of the Charles River & Zakim Bridge. Just steps from TD Garden at North Station & within walking distance of the North End, Paul Revere House, Faneuil Hall, Freedom Trail, Downtown, Charlestown Navy Yard, USS Constitution, Tea Party ships + museum, Haymarket, Boston Common, Beacon Hill, State House, ferries, & the Greenway.
We offer a variety of unique spaces for private groups of 12 to larger groups of 270.A&B Kitchen • BAR
$$$$•American•3.2(384)A&B is working to redefine the casual restaurant experience by bringing your favorite foods into the realm of gourmet dining. Our goal is to remove preconceived notions of our guests' expectations and overdeliver culinarily as well as through exceptional hospitality.
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- CChrisGoldNew York City •23 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat service, food, and drinks as always. Johnnys has become one of our main go to places for Celtic games!More infoWest End Johnnie's$$$$• Contemporary American• Faneuil Hall•4.7
- SSheilaGoldGreater Boston •6 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood was fantastic - Caesar salad great, Garlic bread was phenomenal, and of course meatballs were terrific.More infoTony & Elaine's$$$$• Italian• North End•4.6
- RRobertGoldLas Vegas •4 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoLove the pre game atmosphere ! Food and Staff Rock !More infoBanners Kitchen & Tap$$$$• American• Downtown Crossing•4.3
- SSteveGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 31, 2026The food was great. We had an engaged waiter that enthusiastically talked ip the "milk punch" cocktail. I had never heard of it, but gave it a shot and -wow!!!- it was great! Nice spot to grab a bite before heading into a Boston Bruins game!More infoAlcove$$$$• American• West End•4.2
- AAtarahGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 3, 2026The vibe, the food, the music and the staff…AMAZING!!! It was my 36th birthday & they made my day!! Definitely will be coming back!! A++++More infoWicked Craft Co.$$$$• American• North End•4.5
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The West End neighborhood of Boston sits on the Charles River which separates Boston from Cambridge. After a stroll along the river or over Longfellow Bridge, be sure to check out the dining options in this chic neighborhood. Like similar areas of Boston, this neighborhood offers a number of authentic Italian restaurants for pasta, meat, fish and pizza choices. With a strong Irish immigrant heritage, the West End also features a number of pubs and sports bars that provide hearty Irish-American fare. The West End also hosts other ethnic options, including Mediterranean and sushi. Being so close to the Boston Harbor and Atlantic Ocean, you will have no trouble finding fresh seafood, including New England clam chowder and lobster rolls. For a sweet dessert or lighter meal, head to one of the neighborhood bakeries, cafes or bagel shops.
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Restaurants with gluten-free options in West End are Alcove (opens in a new tab), Tavern In The Square - North Station (opens in a new tab) and The Harp - Boston (opens in a new tab)
The most romantic restaurant in West End is Alcove (opens in a new tab)
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