By Juliet Harpe
The Best Romantic Restaurants in Boston
Sometimes you need a little help finding that perfect location for a special occasion. If you're looking for a sensual,
romantic setting in
Boston, there are several magnificent restaurants that will envelope you in luxury and culinary delight. Most feature New England seafood, designer dining rooms and the ambiance you would expect from one of America's most powerful cities.
Clio
Clio Restaurant
Inside the luxurious Eliot Hotel in Boston's Back Bay is the award-winning Clio Restaurant. The dining room was designed by Peter Niemitz with wild leopard-skin rugs and plush banquettes set against a soft color scheme to create a mood that's calm yet bold. Chef Ken Oringer expertly blends Asian and French cuisine for entrees that are simply sublime.
Clio Restaurant
370 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts 02215
(800) 443-5468
www.eliothotel.com
Meritage
This sophisticated, airy restaurant at the Boston Harbor Hotel is known for its seafood and wine pairings. Both full-size and half-size menu items are listed according to the wines they compliment. The seductively muted colors blend well with the rich hardwood floors and the lighting is soft and flattering. Chef Daniel Bruce, director of the Boston Wine Festival for 19 years, is both handsome and gifted. His inspired creations are sure to impress.
Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 439-3995
www.meritagetherestaurant.com
No. 9 Park
If money is no object, you'll want to dazzle your guest at No. 9 Park, Barbara Lynch's intimate European-inspired Beacon Hill restaurant. Blending comfort with sophistication, No. 9 Park draws the elite, from powerful politicians to wealthy tourists. The food is an artful mix of Italian and French cuisine, satisfying even the most discriminating palate.
No. 9 Park
9 Park St.
Boston, MA. 02108
(617) 742-9991
www.no9park.com
Troquet
This ultra-chic restaurant in the Theater District blends sophistication and romance with a lively atmosphere. Named Boston's "Best Wine List" in 2008, the two-story "food and wine boutique" offers vintage and contemporary wines in two- and four-ounce sippers for patrons to mix and match. The menu items are easily paired with the wine options. Chef Scott Hebert and his staff work tirelessly to create culinary masterpieces that match the gorgeous view of the Boston Commons.
Troquet
140 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02116
617-695-9463
www.troquetboston.com
Top Of The Hub
Towering 52 stories above Back Bay, this landmark restaurant boasts spectacular views of Boston atop the Prudential Tower, white tablecloth ambiance and unparalleled service to woo even the most stoic. The fusion of Asian and California cuisine dazzle the palate while jazz music serenades. Experience the most memorable fine dining in Boston.
Top of the Hub
800 Boylston St.
Prudential Tower, 52nd Floor
Boston, MA, 02199
(617) 536-1775
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About the Author:
Juliet Harpe studied nursing at West Valley College in Saratoga, Calif., and theater arts at DeAnza College in Cupertino, Calif. She researches alternative health therapies and has been manufacturing natural perfumes and aromatherapy products since 2005. Harpe has been writing for various online publications since 2009.
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