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Top of the Hub

Top of the Hub Boston United States 42.347452 -71.083195
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Bar / Restaurant

Ratings:

Lucas

Adriana

Jonah

Emma

Neighborhood:

Back Bay

Address:

800 Boylston Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02199
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T Stop:

Green Line (E): Prudential Station

Phone:

617-536-1775

Links:

Official Website

Hours:

M–Sa 11:30am–1am, Su 11am–1am

Recommended as:

Day Spot Night Spot

Top of the Hub Review

Tip from Adriana:

“Call ahead to reserve Table 18, a cozy corner spot with a view of the East and North sides of Boston. If you plan it right, you’ll be treated to an amazing sunset over the city.”

The Scene

Located on the fifty-second floor of the Back Bay Prudential Center, Top of the Hub lives up to its name by offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Boston skyline to its clientele of upscale young professionals, chic couples...

Located on the fifty-second floor of the Back Bay Prudential Center, Top of the Hub lives up to its name by offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Boston skyline to its clientele of upscale young professionals, chic couples, and jet-setting tourists.

A warm brown and cream décor is set off by expansive windows on all sides, giving the affluent guests plenty to look at from their perches in the elegant dining room, while more enthusiastic travelers and birthday groups pose for photos or point out the sites, from the Boston Common to the Charles River.

Patrons waiting for a window table can pass the time with a cocktail... read more

Crowd

Couples on dates, young professionals, jazz lovers, late-night barhoppers, birthday groups, Sox fans, and tourists, late 20s to late 30s.

Entertainment/Music

Live jazz in the lounge Sundays and Mondays 8pm–midnight, Tuesdays through Thursdays 8:30pm–12:30am, and Fridays and Saturdays 9pm–1am. Two flat-screen TVs. Skywalk Observatory on fiftieth floor.

Food/Miscellaneous

Menu of contemporary cuisine and New England seafood including furikake-encrusted tuna steak and native two-pound lobster.

Prices

Appetizers $10–$21, salads $9–$12, entrées $26–$48, prix fixe brunch $39, prix fixe dinner $55, tasting menus $75–$95. Beer $6+, wine $8–$25, cocktails $10–$14, luxury cocktails $45–$90, cordials/scotch/whiskey $8–$150. Minimum purchase in lounge $24 after 8pm. Skywalk Observatory $12.

Dress

Elegant. Ladies in stylish designer dresses from Alexander McQueen and Michael Kors. Men in suits or button-downs and chinos. Strict dress code on holidays, especially Valentine’s Day – patrons are encouraged to call in advance for details.

Hot Nights/When to Go

Fridays through Sundays for a bustling scene both for afternoon brunch and later on for dinner and drinks.

Close By

City Bar (61 Exeter Street) inside the Lenox Hotel is a swanky spot perfect for cocktails and intimate conversation.

Tags:

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