Fenway Park
Stadium · Fenway
4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215
Highlights
Iconic ballpark with Fenway Franks and historic atmosphere
Iconic ballpark with Fenway Franks and historic atmosphere
"Unionized food and drink workers at the ballpark, represented in negotiations with the food-service behemoth Aramark, authorized a potential three-day strike beginning midday on Friday, July 25, if a contract agreement isn’t reached, according to The Boston Globe. Workers cited issues including limits on automation (like self-checkout kiosks) and better pay; the Globe reports an average wage of $18 per hour for workers at the venue versus $20 to $26 per hour that Aramark pays workers at nearby Boston University. If the strike goes forward, union workers are urging fans to still attend games but to refrain from buying food and drink inside the stadium in solidarity; patrons can bring sealed water bottles into the park and, while there’s no definitive ban on bringing in outside food, are advised to play it safe and eat before the game, with plenty of options available around the ballpark." - Erika Adams
"A historic sports stadium and family-friendly attraction frequently mentioned alongside the city's cultural and sporting draws, popular with visitors for both events and its storied atmosphere." - Elizabeth Cantrell
"Don’t let the corn dogs, veggie dogs, and chili guacamole dogs distract you: the Fenway Frank, supplied by local purveyor Kayem, is the real MVP of Boston’s historic ballpark. Is there anything more iconic than biting into a snappy, mustard-smeared dog on a summer Saturday afternoon at Fenway? (The Fenway Frank has also made its way to grocery store shelves, but nothing beats the original in-park experience.)" - Erika Adams
"A classic ballpark experience built around ubiquitous Fenway Franks, plentiful (if pricey) beer, and soft-serve sold in cups, cones, or ice-cream helmets; the concessions mix long-standing staples with new additions added for the 2025 season. Cracker Jack is available throughout the venue (Bleacher Concourse, Coca-Cola Deck, Gate E Concourse, Sam Deck), while burgers and fries are concentrated at the Home Plate Concourse, Home Plate Grandstand, Right Field Concourse, and the Left and Right Field Aura Pavilions. Hot dogs—from the classic frank to footlongs—are sold nearly everywhere (Home Plate Deck, Green Monster, Home Plate Concourse, Coca-Cola Deck, Bleacher Concourse, Jersey Street, and more). Several gluten-free options are offered (dogs with gluten-free buns at the Sam Deck and Gate A Concourse; gluten-free wraps and salads at Gate A; gluten-free Angry Orchard cider at Gate A, Home Plate Concourse, and Gate E). Family-friendly choices include kids’ meals (peanut butter-and-jelly, hot dogs, animal crackers) and kosher options at the Kids Concourse, with additional kids’ meals at Gate E Concourse and Left Field Aura Pavilion. Lobster rolls and lobster bisque from a reliable seafood vendor are also sold at Jersey Street, Right Field Concourse, and the Sam Deck. Outside the stadium, the surrounding neighborhood provides numerous grab-and-go lunch spots, sports bars, and a few swanky dinner options for before or after the game." - Erika Adams
"What’s Boston without Fenway Park? America’s “Most Beloved Ballpark” isn’t just a stadium–it’s a piece of living history. It’s the home of the Red Sox, who play there each year from late March through October, but it’s also known for its popular summer concert series, and its fascinating behind-the-scenes tours offered in the off-season. Sure, there are parts of Fenway’s history that aren’t exactly worth celebrating–the Red Sox remained segregated longer than any other MLB team, and it wasn’t until Lady Gaga’s Joanne World Tour came in 2017 that a woman headlined a concert there–but at the end of the day, it’s one of the most enjoyable places to visit in Boston. When you’re in the cheap seats, having paid way too much for a beer and a hot dog and the crowd starts singing “Sweet Caroline,” it’s clear there’s a sense of history here that even non-sports lovers can get excited about." - Paul Rubio, Todd Plummer
