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Informal counter serve offering typical Chinese & Japanese food & bubble teas, plus lunch specials.

Bustling Italian spot with simple decor draws crowds with classic dishes & popular take-out option.

This sleek seafood haven boasts a chic vibe with sidewalk seating, serving standout lobster dishes and a remarkable wine selection for a memorable dining experience.

Mooncusser in Boston offers a chic, seasonal four-course tasting menu showcasing local seafood with globally inspired flavors, perfect for a special night out.

Nestled on Newbury Street, this indie bookstore and cafe pairs a cozy atmosphere with an enticing all-day breakfast menu, perfect for book lovers and brunch enthusiasts alike.

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.

Chinatown standby draws crowds with dim sum carts & an extensive menu of traditional dishes.

Relaxed cantina dispensing classic Mexican chow, plus creative margaritas & cocktails in warm digs.

Under a soaring atrium, this upmarket American cafe serves inventive entrees & salads, beer & wine.

Mei Mei serves up a lively mix of Asian-American fusion delights, like scallion pancake sandwiches, and offers fun, hands-on dumpling classes where you can learn and feast on your creations.