Boston has been under a full lockdown since March 17th due to coronavirus. Fortunately, the number of positive coronavirus cases has decreased significantly, such that our own economic recovery has been able to begin with a phased reopening in both Boston and the state of Massachusetts. Today phase 2 has begun, which allows restaurants to begin serving guests on their patios once again! The restaurant industry has been one of the most hard hit during the pandemic, so hopefully this phased reopening helps them to get back on track. Here are a few of the restaurants that are opening their patios for the first time since 2019!
Beacon Hill
Alibi (215 Charles St., Boston) – Located in the Liberty Hotel, Alibi’s patio has been a hotspot for years! It is opening at 3p.m. on Monday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began!
North End
Mare Oyster Bar (223 Hanover St., Boston) – The North End has remained resilient throughout the coronavirus shutdowns, with many of the popular restaurants offering takeout and delivery. But what is better than some fresh pasta served to order? Enjoy everything their raw bar has to offer, which is even better alfresco at Mare; they are opening the patio today!
Trattoria il Panino (280 Hanover St., Boston) – Another neighborhood favorite, Trattoria il Panino is opening its doors to guests today as well. The patio will be open from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily going forward.
Mother Anna’s (211 Hanover St., North End) – Located at the entrance to the North End, Mother Anna’s is opening its large patio for all to enjoy this afternoon as well. Enjoy views of the Boston skyline and their classic Italian fare all summer long at Mother Anna’s.
South End
Aquitaine (569 Tremont St., Boston) – South End staple, Aquitaine, has opened its patio and is requesting guests make reservations before coming in.
Coppa (253 Shawmut Ave., Boston) – Another popular South End spot, Coppa is also opening this afternoon. They are accepting reservations for patio seating starting at 4 p.m.
Metropolis (584 Tremont St., Boston) – Call for a table at Metropolis on their new patio for this evening!
Barcelona Wine Bar (525 Tremont St., Boston) – Barcelona has stated that they would be opening both their Boston and Brookline locations as soon as allowed.
B&G Oysters (550 Tremont St., South End) — B&G just reopened for takeout as on June 6th and has plans to reopen it’s patio soon as well! Call the restaurant for more info.
Mida (782 Tremont St., Boston) — The South End Italian restaurant will be opening its patio soon on both Tremont Street and Massachusetts Avenue.
Yellow Door Taqueria’s South End (354 Harrison Ave. Boston) – Yellow Door reopened as well for dinner service! Due to a limited capacity, Yellow Door is only able to accommodate parties of two, at this time. However, the team is working on adding additional patio seating in the coming weeks.
The Beehive – The Beehive will be opening its patio on June 15th. Hours will be 4:30PM-11:00PM Monday – Friday serving an All-Day Menu, Saturday and Sunday Brunch 9:30AM – 3:00PM with the All-Day menu resuming at 3:00PM.
Cosmica – Cosmica will launch their all new Patio at the Revolution Hotel on June 13th. Hours will be Monday – Friday 4:00PM – 10:00PM and Saturday and Sunday 12:00PM – 10:00PM.
Downtown Boston
Sip Wine Bar + Kitchen (581 Washington St) – Sip will be opening its patio on Thursday, June 12th and they will be offering some fun menu items from their sister restaurants in addition to their own menu. The patio will be open from 11:30AM – 10:00PM. Reservations are required.
Bostonia Public House (131 State St., Boston) – Reservations are encouraged for Bostonia, which is now open daily from noon to 9 p.m. which is a welcome change for people who have been living downtown throughout the coronavirus shutdowns.
Stillwater (120 Kingston St., Boston) – One of the coolest openings from 2019, Stillwater, on the edge of Chinatown and at the beginning of the Leather District, is sure to be the spot to grab some frosé this summer.
Ned Devine’s (1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace) – Ned Devine’s patio is reopening at 3 p.m. on June 11 and will be opening at 11:30 a.m. going forward until 8 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 9 p.m. Thursdays, and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays). Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Back Bay
Saltie Girl + Met Back Bay + Stephanie’s – Kathy Sidell, owner of Met Back Bay, Stephanie’s & Saltie Girl has decided to serve the Saltie Girl menu out of the Met patio and the Met + Stephanie’s menus on the Stephanie’s patio. “Coupling Met Back Bay’s and Stephanie’s menu at Stephanie’s on Newbury, giving Saltie Girl the opportunity to seat outside diners and when the time comes, let more guests experience Saltie Girl just makes sense,” said President and Owner of Sidell Hospitality Kathy Sidell. The Saltie Girl patio will open Wednesday June 10, 2020 at 5:00PM and the patio at Stephanie’s will open on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 5:00PM.
Dillon’s (955 Boylston St., Back Bay) – Dillon’s and its downtown sibling, Sterling’s, are both opening their patios at 4 p.m. today. Reservations are encouraged and can be made on Opentable or by calling the restaurants.
Itadaki (269 Newbury St., Back Bay) – Looking for a cool place to grab some Japanese food on Newbury Street? Head to Itadaki! They are opening their patio today and are looking to expand it even further, stay tuned.
La Voile (261 Newbury St., Back Bay) – This cute French Riviera inspired restaurant is also opening today on Newbury Street.
Mother Juice (291 Newbury St., Back Bay) – Mother Juice is the place to grab healthy and delicious items. The juice is setting up a “lemonade stand-style takeout window” on its patio. Guest will be able to order online.
Buttermilk & Bourbon (160 Commonwealth Ave., Boston) – Chef Jason Santos’s Louisisan-style restaurant’s patio is open once again from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Life Alive (431 Boylston St) – Life Alive in Back Bay has their trendy patio open once again! So if you are looking for colorful, healthy meals, give them a visit! They are open from 10am-9pm daily.
Seaport
Lola 42/Lola Burger (Lola 42: 22 Liberty Dr., Boston; Lola Burger: 11 Fan Pier Blvd., Boston) – Both Lola 42 and Lola Burger are reopening their beautiful patios in the Seaport today.
Lolita (253 Summer St., Boston) – For fans of Lolita, the team is reopening its Fort Point location, complete with margaritas and waterfront dining views, today!
The Barking Crab — The Barking Crab will be reopening its patio on Thursday, June 11th, with temporary hours of Monday – Sunday, 12-4pm. Seating will be first come first serve with no parties greater than six.
Strega Waterfront (1 Marina Park Dr., Seaport) – Strega Waterfront is opening its patio at 4 p.m. today, and will be open from noon to 9 p.m. starting tomorrow. To start, reservations will be required. Call (617) 345-3992, reserve on Strega’s website, or use OpenTable to book a table.
Dorchester
The Blarney Stone (1505 Dorchester Ave., Boston) – Regulars will be excited to learn that the Blarney Stone in Dorchester is reopening today as well! Reservations are encouraged, call to book.
East Boston
Cunard Tavern (24 Orleans St., East Boston) – Cunard Tavern is opening its roof deck right away and has plans to open a sidewalk patio as well.
Reelhouse (6 New St., East Boston) – Both of the Reelhouse locations in East Boston and Quincy’s Marina Bay are opening their waterfront patios today as well. If you are looking for a spot to enjoy city views, the location in East Boston is the place to be during the summer.
Allston
Lulu’s (421 Cambridge St., Boston) – The popular Lulu’s is reopening in Allston, where guests can enjoy everything they have to offer on their spacious back patio.
Cambridge
Cambridge Brewing Co. (1 Kendall Square, Cambridge) – Fans of brewpub fare will be happy to learn that Cambridge Brewing Co. is opening today at 4pm. Reservations are encouraged but not required.
Moona (243 Hampshire St., Cambridge) – Moona is calling their new patio an ‘Oasis’ in tribute to the now-closed ‘Inman Oasis’. The patio feature: a canopy, bar cart, and new food and drink menu items. Call ahead to hold a table.
The Smoke Shop BBQ (1 Kendall Sq., Kendall Square, Cambridge; 325 Assembly Row, Somerville) – The Smoke Shop is opening its patios at their Cambridge and Somerville locations soon! Kendall location is opening today and the Somerville location is TBD. Reservations recommended (but not required) via Resy.
Talulla (377 Walden St., Cambridge) – This chic Cambridge hotspot has created a brand new terrace outside of nearby co-working space ‘Built’, which will open on June 11th. Space is limited so reservations are required. Book on Resy, Talulla’s website, or call (617) 714-5584.
With the coronavirus cases in Boston on the downward trend for weeks now, hopefully people will come out to support restaurants, who have been so hard hit during the past few months. I know I am excited to start the long trek towards normal once again, which will also hopefully include planning a few summer trips in the near future too!
