When the weather outside is
frightful, these restaurants are oh so delightful. Enjoy some of
Greater Boston’s best feel-good-food while watching the snow fall
and temps drop from the comfort of your fireside table.
| Photo courtesy of Capo.
Must Try: Chicken or Eggplant Parmigiana
No place does classic Italian-American comfort food like Capo.
Stop into this South Boston spot for their Chicken or Eggplant
Parmigiana, herbed, breaded and complemented by mozzarella,
Parmesan and rigatoni pomodoro. Dining on a Sunday or Monday
evening? Catch a show in the downstairs Supper Club for weekly
Frank Sinatra concerts or comedy shows, every Sunday and Monday
night.
of Capo.
Must Try: Lobster Stone Fired Pizza
A modern reinterpretation of the supper club, Yvonne’s is one of
the city’s best kept secrets, located on Winter Street in the heart
of downtown Boston. Seamlessly blending cosmopolitan cuisine with
high-touch service, guests can enjoy elevated cocktails and
shareable plates in a dimly-lit, candle-adorned setting. Order the
Crispy Tater Cubes and the Lobster Stone Fired Pita while
overlooking the original gilded fireplace in the library, which was
formerly in the original Locke-Ober that previously occupied the
space.
Must Try: Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli
Whether you’re on an intimate date, having a working lunch or a
relaxed dinner, Deuxave welcomes guests with elevated cuisine in
unmatched ambiance. Overlooking the quaint South End intersection
of Massachusetts and Commonwealth Avenues, guests may dine fireside
while choosing from a variety of French-American inspired dishes.
This season’s top pick features the Roasted Butternut Squash
Ravioli, made with hen of the woods mushrooms, roasted fennel,
fresno chiles and agrodolce.
Must Try: Mac & Cheese
The Publick House is one of Brookline’s most hidden gems – duck
into this popular restaurant off Beacon Street for a quick brew and
bite reminiscent of ma & pa’s home-cooked comfort meals. Known for
their robust beer selection, The Publick House serves a creamy Mac
& Cheese, which can be enhanced with an assortment of toppings,
including sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, fresh jalepeos,
pesto, truffle cream, fried egg, bacon, braised short ribs and
more.
Hagen.
Must Try: Dirty French Burger
True Bostonians and loyal followers alike know how to navigate
this menu at this iconic Kenmore Square staple. At this restaurant,
continually on the forefront of the city’s food and beverage
trends, diners often satisfy their savory indulgences with the
Dirty French Burger, topped with caramelized onions, Gruyere
cheese, Bibb lettuce, and truffle veal jus.
Moutache.
Must Try: Wagyu Skirt Steak
Located in the bustling city of Cambridge between Central and
Harvard Square, Pammy’s is a New American restaurant that embodies
the essence of an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Recently placing
on Bob Appetit’s 50 Best Restaurants list in summer 2018, this
destination draws in locals and tourists from afar for delicious
food enjoyed in a chic yet homey, welcoming setting. Guests can
indulge in Pammy’s signature Wagyu Skirt Steak, complemented by
grilled zucchini, fig XO sauce and peanuts, while dining next to
the dual-opening fireplace wrapped in white ceramic, making for a
romantic date night or memorable meal our with friends.
Pammy’s.
Must Try: Beer Batter Fish & Chips
75 Chestnut takes cozy, quaint dining to another level during
the cold-weather season, nestled in its quiet Chestnut Street home
on Beacon Hill. Welcoming guests into the restaurant with a
picturesque, seasonal display outside, the interior space mirrors
simplicity surrounded by warm lighting, strong hospitality and a
lively atmosphere. Serving a variety of fresh seafood fare, the
Beer Batter Fish & Chips menu mainstay is a comforting choice any
time of the year, featuring daily fresh cod, crispy fries, coleslaw
and tartar sauce.
Photo courtesy of Emily Kan.
Must Try: Bigoli
Recently opened in October 2018, Alcove is one of the city’s
newest spots perched on Lovejoy Wharf in the West End, neighboring
Charlestown, the North End and just steps away from TD Garden. A
great space for all dining occasions, Alcove’s versatility can host
groups of all sizes for intimate dinners, pregame bites, large
gatherings and everything in between. Bringing together New England
sourced ingredients with Mediterranean technique and flavors, the
Bigoli handmade pasta is a house favorite, made with roasted rohan
duck ragu and grana padano.
