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Book Your Holiday Party at Summer Shack This Season

How to Book Your Holiday Party at Sonsie on Newbury Street

Dine Out Boston Is Back at Sonsie

Dine Out Boston Returns to Rochambeau, August 1–15

The Réveillon Table: Booking Your Holiday Party at Rochambeau

Skip the Ballroom: Why Loretta's Last Call Is Boston's Move for Holiday Parties and Corporate Events

A hotel ballroom gets you a rented room. Loretta's Last Call gets your team line dancing, working through a whiskey flight, and actually talking to each other — steps from Fenway Park on Lansdowne Street.

A Wedding Venue Like No Other: Private Events at Bleacher Bar, Steps from Fenway's Diamond

Book Your Corporate Holiday Party at Game On, Fenway's Home Base

Book Your Holiday Party at El Barco: Private Buyouts & Taco Bar Catering in Back Bay

Host Your Company Holiday Party at Saltwater Coastal Grill in Rosemont

Book your November or December company holiday party by July 31 and get a $100 Saltwater gift card for every $1,000 in event spend. Groups of 20 up to a 300-guest full restaurant buyout in Rosemont, near O'Hare.

Experience a True New England Summer Night at Summer Shack: Jaws Screening and a Classic Clambake

Grab Eventbrite tickets to Summer Shack’s Jaws screening paired with a full New England clambake—chowder, 1 lb. lobster with shellfish, shortcake, and Sharktastic cocktails. Doors 7:00 PM; movie 7:30 PM.

Salsa Wednesdays at El Barco: Learn and Practice in Back Bay

Weeknight salsa classes at El Barco in Back Bay — two Wednesday sessions (7/8/26 and 8/12/26), 8–11pm, with instruction, practice time, and social dancing. Bring water and wear smooth-soled shoes.

When the Tall Ships Come to Boston

Lillet x Rochambeau Returns: Year 2 on the Patio at 900 Boylston Street

Year 2 of the Lillet x Rochambeau patio activation returns to 900 Boylston Street with Lillet-forward spritzes, rosé moments, and specialty cocktails—perfect for sunny Back Bay afternoons and relaxed evenings on the patio.

Nightlife: Game On Fenway

Best Bars Near Fenway Park

Game On

This Massachusetts Neighborhood Is the Best Place in Boston to Watch World Cup Games If You Don't Have Tickets

The Only Boston Summer Bucket List You Need

CELEBRATE DAD WITH LOBSTER at Summer Shack

Celebrate Dad with twin chix lobsters at Summer Shack — available all day Sunday, June 21st starting at 11:30am. Reserve now to secure prime Father's Day times.

$9 After 9 at 50 Dalton Street: Late-Night Mexican from El Barco

After 9pm at 50 Dalton Street, El Barco offers a focused late-night menu: select items (Chip Trio, Elote, two 5-inch Tacos, Salad or Bowl, Churros) are $9 each, with optional add-ons like Birria, Mushroom, Shrimp, Chicken, or Pork.

$9 After 9 in Back Bay: Late‑Night Eats at El Barco, 50 Dalton Street

El Barco Back Bay's focused late-night menu at 50 Dalton Street offers select items for $9 after 9pm — Chip Trio, Elote, two 5-inch Tacos, Salad or Bowl, and Churros — with optional add-ons like Birria, Mushroom, Shrimp, Chicken, or Pork.

Sound-On Soccer in Back Bay: Every Game We Show, Sound On

Head to El Barco Back Bay (50 Dalton Street) for live soccer with full audio — every game we screen will be shown with the sound on so you never miss a moment.

Live From the Lot Patio Nights at Summer Shack: Every Friday 6–9pm, June 5–Labor Day Weekend

Join Summer Shack every Friday from 6–9pm for Live From the Lot Patio Nights — a summer series of jazz, string, and acoustic bands running June 5 through Labor Day Weekend. Grab a patio table, enjoy rotating acts like Brett Walberg Jazz Trio, Frank EB, Grace Elly, and Chris Hersch, and make Fridays your new ritual.

Create Your Own Rosé Flight for National Rosé Day at Rochambeau

Celebrate National Rosé Day on June 13 at Rochambeau (900 Boylston Street) with a create-your-own rosé experience: Half Glass Flights are $17 for three half-glass pours. Mix still and sparkling selections, pick up to three variations, and note that some premium choices carry a +$ upcharge.

All You Can Eat Crabs in Cambridge, MA: What to Know Before You Get Crackin’ at Summer Shack Cambridge

A friendly, practical guide to Summer Shack Cambridge’s All You Can Eat Crabs promotion — what to expect, how AYCE usually works, pro tips for a messy-good feast, and how to confirm dates, pricing, and format before you go.

Your Summer Starts Here: Patio Jazz Fridays, Family Sundays, Endless Crabs, and Mahjong Mondays at Summer Shack

Summer Shack’s summer events lineup: Summer Fridays on the Patio with the Brett Walberg Jazz Trio (kickoff June 5, 6–9pm), Family Night Sundays with a FREE Sundae Bar and complimentary balloon animals (5–7pm), All You Can Eat Crabs, and Mahjong Mondays for neighborhood groups.

French Brasserie Boston: Rochambeau's Guide to Authentic French Dining in Back Bay

French Brasserie Boston: Rochambeau's Guide to Authentic French Dining in Back Bay Boston's Back Bay has become the city's destination for authentic French brasserie dining, where European tradition...

Tropical Cocktails Cambridge: Summer Shack's Island-Inspired Drinks & Seafood Pairings

Tropical Cocktails Cambridge: Summer Shack's Island-Inspired Drinks & Seafood Pairings Why Summer Shack Is Cambridge's Tropical Cocktail Destination Summer Shack offers Cambridge's best...

El Barco Back Bay Reservations: How to Book Your Table at Boston's Mexican Soul Food Destination

El Barco Back Bay Reservations: How to Book Your Table at Boston's Mexican Soul Food Destination Getting a table at El Barco Back Bay means securing your spot at a popular Mexican restaurant in...

Best Lobster Roll Boston: Where to Find Fresh New England Lobster in 2026

Best Lobster Roll Boston: Where to Find Fresh New England Lobster in 2026 Finding a great lobster roll in Boston means sorting through dozens of options to find restaurants that prioritize fresh...

Hand Pressed Tortillas Boston: The Art of Authentic Mexican Soul Food at El Barco Back Bay

Hand Pressed Tortillas Boston: The Art of Authentic Mexican Soul Food at El Barco Back Bay The moment a hand-pressed tortilla hits the comal, the masa begins to puff, releasing steam and a warm,...

Authentic Tacos 50 Dalton Street: El Barco Back Bay's Mexican Soul Food Experience

Authentic Tacos 50 Dalton Street: El Barco Back Bay's Mexican Soul Food Experience Authentic Tacos at 50 Dalton Street: El Barco Back Bay Looking for authentic tacos 50 Dalton Street? El Barco Back...

El Barco Martha’s Vineyard Reopens April 13: A Taste of Summer Returns to Vineyard Haven

El Barco Martha’s Vineyard reopens April 13, bringing a seasonal, summer-feeling energy to Vineyard Haven with outdoor dining, daily hours 12pm–8pm, and the bar open until 9pm (weather permitting). Steps from the Vineyard Haven ferry dock and Main Street, stop by 16 Union Street for lunch, dinner, or a drink.

Join Us for Easter Brunch at Summer Shack!

Bring the whole family to Summer Shack for a festive Easter Brunch — delicious brunch offerings alongside our full menu, activities 12–2 PM (face painter, balloon animals, and pictures with the Easter Bunny), and an all-day Make-Your-Own Sundae Bar. Reservations are almost full—reserve your table today.

Mexican Soul Food Near Me: Discover Authentic Flavors at El Barco Back Bay

Mexican Soul Food Near Me: Discover Authentic Flavors at El Barco Back Bay Searching for "Mexican soul food near me" in Boston means you're after something specific—comfort food rooted in tradition,...

Slow Braised Tacos Back Bay: El Barco's Authentic Mexican Soul Food & Private Events Guide 2026

Slow Braised Tacos Back Bay: El Barco's Authentic Mexican Soul Food & Private Events Guide Discover Slow Braised Tacos at El Barco Back Bay El Barco operates in Back Bay, steps from Prudential...

Authentic Tacos 50 Dalton Street: El Barco Back Bay's Complete Guide to Mexican Soul Food

Authentic Tacos 50 Dalton Street: El Barco Back Bay's Complete Guide to Mexican Soul Food Finding Real Mexican Food in Back Bay When you're craving real tacos in Boston's Back Bay, El Barco at 50...

St. Patrick’s Day at Summer Shack: The Boiled Dinner Is Back — RESERVE YOUR TABLE TODAY

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Summer Shack with our returning Boiled Dinner: house-cured “gray” corned beef, mustard pickles, horseradish cream, cabbage, potatoes and five other veggies — all for $24. Available through St. Patrick’s Day (or until we sell out). Reserve your table today.

Where to Get Ceviche in Back Bay Boston: El Barco's Fresh Mexican Seafood & Takeout Guide 2026

Where to Get Ceviche in Back Bay Boston: El Barco's Fresh Mexican Seafood & Takeout Guide If you're hunting for fresh ceviche in Back Bay, you're probably tired of the same chain options around...

El Barco Back Bay Dining Guide 2026

Best Mexican Restaurant Near Prudential Center: El Barco Back Bay Dining Guide Why El Barco Is the Top Mexican Restaurant Near Prudential Center Finding a Mexican restaurant near Prudential Center...

El Barco Happy Hour Back Bay: 4–6 PM, Monday–Friday, Your Best Hour of the Day

Kick off your evening at El Barco in Back Bay: Monday–Friday happy hour from 4–6 PM. Buy any margarita and get half-priced chips and guacamole at 50 Dalton Street.

Saltwater Coastal Grill Easter Brunch in Rosemont: A Festive, Family-Friendly Buffet

Join Saltwater Coastal Grill in Rosemont for a festive Easter brunch featuring create-your-own stations, carving and sweet stations, a Kids' Corner, family activities (Easter Bunny, face painting, balloon animals), and transparent pricing. Reserve on OpenTable.

Mohegan Sun

Visit Summer Shack in Uncasville, CT at 1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard. Open Monday - Thursday, 4PM-9:00PM, Friday 4pm - 10pm; late night menu 10pm - 11pm, Saturday noon - 11pm; late night menu 11pm - midnight, Sunday noon-10pm.

Cambridge

Summer Shack Cambridge: Find us at 149 Alewife Brook Pkwy—fresh New England seafood, the city’s largest raw bar & FREE parking. Get directions and book today.

Why El Barco’s All You Can Eat Taco Mondays Are Boston’s Worst‑Kept Secret

From 5–9pm every Monday, El Barco’s all you can eat tacos turn Taco Monday in Boston into a high‑energy weekly ritual. Here’s why locals can’t stop talking about it.

The Smashburger Taco at El Barco Back Bay

The Smashburger Taco at El Barco Back Bay: A Boston Original

Spice Up Your Next Workday: Office Lunches That Don’t Feel Like Work

We’ve all been there — another workday, another sad desk lunch. Cold sandwiches, leftover pizza, or something that barely registers as exciting. If you’re searching for office lunch ideas in Boston that actually energize your team, it’s time to rethink the routine.