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On first Fridays, South End artists and galleries throw open their doors—free to browse, meet makers, and see what’s new. Consistently recommended in neighborhood guides for authentic local culture.
Galleries, studios, markets, farmers, food trucks, and more
450 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118 Get directions
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Hotel · Beacon Hill
Boutique hotel with Italian restaurant, free bikes, and courtyard
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Mediterranean restaurant · Fenway
Authentic shawarma wraps, falafel plates, fresh juices
5 Postcards
Italian restaurant · North End
Southern Italian meals, large portions, fried peppers, veal parmigiana
1 Postcard
Seafood market · Downtown
Locally caught seafood, lobster rolls, clam chowder & sushi
4 Postcards
Ice cream shop · Allston
Inventive sundaes with huge portions & unique toppings
2 Postcards
Sports bar · Fenway
American pub grub, beer & bar games in a roomy, energetic haunt
Halal restaurant · Fenway
Middle Eastern meals: gyros, falafel, chicken & lamb over rice
Hotel · South End
Mexican restaurant serving duck carnitas, chorizo & cauliflower tacos
6 Postcards
American restaurant · Jamaica Plain
Afro-Caribbean and New American fare with craft beer
8 Postcards
British restaurant · Back Bay
British pasties stuffed with meats & veggies, plus draft brews