Mike & Patty's High Street Place

Michael Serpa's snug spot serves bivalves, Mediterranean fare & drink made with small-batch spirits.

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.

Pad Thai, sushi, drunken noodles, and other classic Thai dishes served in a modern dining room.

Seafood restaurant serving Maine-style lobster rolls with toasted buns, plus clam chowder.

Standard meat shop featuring cut-to-order beef, chicken, pork & goat, plus family dinner packages.

This local café-bakery chain dazzles with delicious pastries, all-day brunch, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for lingering over gourmet coffee.

Contemporary quarters in an upscale hotel offering an Italian restaurant, a bar & free loaner bikes. Within the posh Beacon Hill neighborhood, this refined hotel in a redbrick building offers views of Charles River. It's 2 minutes' walk from a metro station and a 13-minute walk from Boston Common park. Modern rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screens and sitting areas, plus minibars and Nespresso machines; some have river views and/or sleep up to 4. Suites add living rooms and sofabeds. Room service is available. Shoe shines, loaner bikes and artisan dog treats are complimentary. There's an upscale Italian restaurant and a cozy bar, plus a terrace and a gym. Valet parking and breakfast are available. Pets are welcome.

Quaint neighborhood bakery for baked goods & sandwiches, plus high-end groceries like olive oil.

Celebrated traditional Italian cafe with vintage decor, 4 floors, 3 bars & coffee.