Pleasant Cafe

Italian ice cream shop serving gelati and sorbet in the shape of flowers, plus macarons.

Familiar Italian offerings, plus beer, wine and cocktails, served in a casual, cozy atmosphere.

Quick-visit book shop where visitors also can enjoy coffee, quiche, and afternoon tea, or watch toy trains run around.

New Orleans-style seafood joint with a casual environment where gloves and bibs are provided.

Old-school neighborhood bar offering pitchers of beer, darts & pool, plus free popcorn.

Upscale lodging with meeting space & a gym, plus a Brazilian steakhouse & a Japanese restaurant. Set in the Back Bay district, this polished hotel is 2 minutes' walk from Copley Square, 3 minutes' walk from the subway and a mile from Fenway Park stadium. Airy rooms come with TVs and Wi-Fi, plus coffeemakers and desks. Upgraded rooms feature river views, and club rooms include access to a lounge with breakfast and snacks. Suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. Dining options include a Brazilian steakhouse, a Japanese restaurant and a laid-back cafe. There's also a chic cocktail lounge and an exercise room, along with 54,000 sq ft of meeting space.

A swanky 1920s-inspired setting, including a separate lounge, for upscale New England fare & drinks.

Longtime hub where sports fans head for pizza, subs, pasta & beer before & after games at TD Garden.

At this charming raw bar in Boston, indulge in a delightful seafood menu featuring fresh lobster rolls and tinned fish dishes, all within a cozy ambiance.

Minimalist rooms in a trendy, industrial hotel offering free loaner bikes and a bright lobby bar. Set among shops and restaurants in the hip South End neighborhood, this modern hotel in a stately brick building is a 7-minute walk from the nearest metro station, a 10-minute walk from the Boston Public Garden and 1.5 miles from Fenway Park. Minimalist rooms have industrial-chic decor, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and safes. Some rooms have shared bathrooms and sleep up to four. Upgraded rooms are en suite, and there’s a bright suite that also adds a sitting area. Lofts in an annex building have extra living space, minibars and kitchens. Free loaner bikes are available. A bright lobby lounge with trendy, colorful murals has a bar and a fireplace. There’s also a fitness center. Pets are welcome for a fee.