Seaport steakhouses and oyster bars a short walk from the convention centre, classic Back Bay chophouses near the Hynes, and Celtics and Bruins games at TD Garden.
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$38.00 USD for dinner: the US federal (GSA) dinner allowance for Boston, FY2027 (part of the $92 daily meals rate). Many companies use government rates as their benchmark. None of our dinner picks typically fit it, so plan on the company covering the difference or choosing a set menu.
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161 Berkeley St, Back Bay · about 10 min by cab from the convention centre
A Back Bay steakhouse open since 1983, with prime aged steaks, a big raw bar and a long wine list. A whole floor of private suites suits client dinners.
294 Congress St, Atlantic Wharf on the harbour · about 20 min walk from the convention centre
A big waterfront steakhouse at Atlantic Wharf, Downtown. Its private rooms have screens for a short presentation before dinner.
Fan Pier, Seaport · about 20 min walk from the convention centre
A Northern Italian steakhouse on Fan Pier with harbour views and around 300 seats. A run of private rooms can be joined for bigger groups.
270 Northern Ave, Seaport waterfront · about 10 min walk from the convention centre
The three-floor flagship of Legal Sea Foods on the harbour, with a fish-focused menu and a roof deck. The second floor has a private dining room and can be booked whole.
383 Congress St, Fort Point · about 10 min walk from the convention centre
A busy oyster bar and seafood restaurant in Fort Point, with lobster rolls and a long beer list. Groups can take the Cooler Room, the covered patio or the whole place.
300 Pier 4 Blvd, Seaport waterfront · about 15 min walk from the convention centre
A Michelin-listed harbourside restaurant on the old Anthony's Pier 4 site, cooking with produce from its own New Hampshire farm. Good for a relaxed client dinner with a view.
Raffles Boston, Trinity Pl, Back Bay · about 10 min by cab from the convention centre
Jody Adams's Michelin-listed Italian dining room upstairs in the Raffles hotel, with house-made pasta, dishes to share and sharp service. Boston magazine named it best new restaurant of 2024.
Boylston St, Back Bay · about 2 min walk from the Hynes Convention Center
A classic Back Bay chophouse known for aged Midwestern steaks. It handles groups well and sits right by the Hynes.
One Marina Park Dr, Fan Pier, Seaport · about 20 min walk from the convention centre
A large pan-Asian restaurant in the Seaport with sushi and festive cocktails. Three private rooms can be joined for a big group dinner.
50 Northern Ave, Seaport · about 15 min walk from the convention centre
A Greek meze restaurant with creative cocktails, a busy after-work crowd and a large patio. Shared plates work well for a relaxed group.
58 Pier 4 Blvd, Seaport · about 7 min walk from the convention centre
Tech-driven mini golf over two floors, with automatic scoring and a full bar and kitchen. Easy for mixed groups after a show day.
87 Pier 4 Blvd, Seaport · about 8 min walk from the convention centre
Full-motion Formula 1 racing simulators with a bar and shared food. Groups race each other head to head on a live leaderboard.
60 Seaport Blvd, Seaport · about 12 min walk from the convention centre
Social darts with automatic scoring and several game modes, plus cocktails and sharing food. Semi-private oches keep each group together.
30 Melcher St, Fort Point · about 12 min walk from the convention centre
A ping pong social club with 20 tables, a bar and a VIP room. Low skill needed, so it works for any group.
60 Seaport Blvd, Seaport · about 10 min walk from the convention centre
Bowling, billiards and arcade games with a full restaurant and bar. A safe pick for a big, mixed group.
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Our rule of thumb for groups. Individual venues vary, so confirm when you call.
Grill 23 & Bar (161 Berkeley St, Back Bay): Private suites for 10 to 40 (The Alcove 10, Trading 16, Wine 18, Exeter 26, Fairfield 32, Dartmouth 38, Clarendon 40); the Full Suite takes 125 seated or 150 standing (BizBash). Smith & Wollensky Atlantic Wharf (294 Congress St, Atlantic Wharf on the harbour): Liberty Room 16 seated (20 standing); Patriot's Corner 18 (25); Wine Room 70 (100); Waterfront Patio 100 (200). Davio's Seaport (Fan Pier, Seaport): Private rooms from 10 to 128 seated (Harbor Room 10 to 32, Logan Room 15 to 48, Athanas 48 to 80, Newbury/Logan/Marina 90 to 128); receptions up to 145. Legal Harborside (270 Northern Ave, Seaport waterfront): Private Dining Room 50 seated (60 standing); second floor 150 seated (250 standing); whole venue 400 standing. Abe & Louie's (Boylston St, Back Bay): Groups of 10 to 125; seated events up to 100, receptions up to 125 (Signature Boston).
Puttshack Boston: Tech-driven mini golf over two floors, with automatic scoring and a full bar and kitchen. Easy for mixed groups after a show day. F1 Arcade Boston: Full-motion Formula 1 racing simulators with a bar and shared food. Groups race each other head to head on a live leaderboard. Flight Club Boston: Social darts with automatic scoring and several game modes, plus cocktails and sharing food. Semi-private oches keep each group together. SPIN Boston: A ping pong social club with 20 tables, a bar and a VIP room. Low skill needed, so it works for any group.
Grill 23 & Bar (161 Berkeley St, Back Bay · about 10 min by cab from the convention centre). Smith & Wollensky Atlantic Wharf (294 Congress St, Atlantic Wharf on the harbour · about 20 min walk from the convention centre). Davio's Seaport (Fan Pier, Seaport · about 20 min walk from the convention centre). Legal Harborside (270 Northern Ave, Seaport waterfront · about 10 min walk from the convention centre).
Upcoming home games: Celtics vs Bulls, Mon Oct 26 at 7:30 PM (TD Garden); Celtics vs Nets, Tue Oct 27 at 7:30 PM (TD Garden); Celtics vs Bulls, Fri Oct 30 at 7:30 PM (TD Garden); Bruins vs Blackhawks, Sat Oct 31 at 1:00 PM (TD Garden). The Boston page lists every home game for the next six months.
WE26, the Society of Women Engineers annual conference: Nov 5–7, 2026 at Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. Our advice is to book now. Private rooms are already filling up. Seafood Expo North America 2027: Mar 7–9, 2027 at Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. Our advice is to book private rooms by December 27, 2026.
Groups of 10 or more: book a private room 3 to 4 weeks ahead in a normal week. Conference weeks: book as soon as your dates are set. Each conference guide shows our book-by date. Game nights near the arena: book pregame dinners at least a week ahead. Holidays: many restaurants close or switch to set menus, so confirm hours before you book.