Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Boston, according to Tripadvisor

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January 9, 2023
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Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Boston, according to Tripadvisor

Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Boston has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Boston using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

#30. Bostonia Public House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,309 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Wine Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 131 State St, Boston, MA 02109-2813
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#29. Ruth's Chris Steak House

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (877 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 45 School Street Old City Hall, Boston, MA 02108
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#28. OAK Long Bar + Kitchen

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (764 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 138 Saint James Ave, Boston, MA 02116-5002
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#27. Deuxave

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (903 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 371 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02115-1811
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#26. Barcelona Wine Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (503 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 525 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116-6306
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#25. 75 Chestnut

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (454 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 75 Chestnut St Ste 1, Boston, MA 02108-1137
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#24. Yvonne's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (454 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2 Winter Pl, Boston, MA 02108-4733
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#23. Toscano Ristorante - Beacon Hill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (673 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 47 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-4605
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#22. Ma Maison

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (283 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 272 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02114-3123
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#21. No. 9 Park

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (572 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: $$$$
- Price: not available
- Address: 9 Park St, Boston, MA 02108-4804
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#20. Lucca

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (574 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 226 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113-2302
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#19. SRV Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (290 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 569 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118-1180
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#18. Scampo

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (707 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 215 Charles St Liberty Hotel, Boston, MA 02114-3001
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#17. Menton

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (472 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 354 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210-1295
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#16. Abe & Louie's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,927 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 793 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
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#15. Morton's The Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (474 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2 Seaport Ln 2 Seaport Lane, Boston, MA 02210-2001
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#14. Atlantic Fish Co

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,915 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 761 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
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#13. Ocean Prime

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (518 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 140 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210-2045
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#12. Mario's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (315 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 347 Chelsea St, Boston, MA 02128-1480
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#11. Carmelina's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (688 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 307 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113-1810
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#10. Mooo Beacon Hill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (845 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 15 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108-2902
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#9. La Voile

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (698 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 261 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116-2402
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#8. Mistral

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,095 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 223 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116-5113
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#7. Prezza

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (409 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 24 Fleet St, Boston, MA 02113
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#6. Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse - Back Bay

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (814 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 75 Arlington St, Boston, MA 02116-3936
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#5. Grill 23 & Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,279 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 161 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116-5108
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#4. The Capital Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,205 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 900 Boylston St Hynes Convention Ctr, Boston, MA 02115-3101
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#3. Sorellina

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (841 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116-5713
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#2. Ostra

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,074 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Charles St S, Boston, MA 02116-5447
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#1. Mamma Maria

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,316 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 3 North Square, Boston, MA 02113-2404
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