Kelly Cambridgeport
Google
I had the chance to dine at Nine on their opening night, August 15, 2025, and it was a wonderful experience. This new restaurant at 9 Park Street in Beacon Hill has stepped into the old No. 9 Park space and already feels like it belongs there.
I was seated in the left-hand dining room, which I’ve always thought is the best one. It’s quieter and more intimate, away from the bustle of the bar and the windowed dining room, and it made the tasting menu feel even more special.
I ordered the Chef’s Tasting Menu with the foie gras supplement and a mocktail. The food was generous, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Highlights for me were the carrot blossom pappardelle with lemon and pistachios, the quail with corn purée and greens, and the seared foie gras with cherry and orange. Even though it’s being called a gin palace, my mocktail was given just as much care as a cocktail, citrusy and spiced to pair perfectly across the meal. The portions surprised me—in the best way—because they were much more generous than other tasting menus in the area.
My server Mannie was truly grace under pressure—calm, kind, and attentive. At one point I told him something was missing in a drink, and he immediately offered to have it remade, which I gratefully accepted. He made the whole night feel seamless.
The only small hiccup was that American Express wasn’t set up yet, but that’s something that will be fixed quickly. Everything else more than made up for it.
Overall, Nine already feels refined but not stuffy, modern but still respectful of tradition. I left feeling grateful I got to be there on opening night and I’m excited to come back again.