BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Team Favorites in Back Bay

Megan’s Favorite! - King Crab Roll from Saltie Girl
Meg’s Go-To Drink in the Back Bay - Blood Orange Cosmo at City Bar
Flora's Favorite Seafood Dish - Cajun Swordfish Tacos at Earl's 
 

Cafe/Breakfast Must Haves

Central Perk - From the famous comedy series 'Friends' comes Central Perk Coffee Co, the perfect spot for friends to gather
The Bittersweet Shoppe on Newbury - Old fashioned gourmet coffee cafe specializing in coffee, pastries & ice cream in a vintage-modern atmosphere
Tatte - Cozy spot with fuel serving breakfast & array of baked treats & coffee options
Jonquils Cafe & Bakery - Patisserie offering specialty coffees, teas, plus cakes & snacks
Life Alive Organic Cafe - Organic cafe serving healthy smoothies, juices, açaí bowls & more
Blue Bottle Coffee - Upscale coffee drinks & pastries at this trendy cafe
Flour Bakery & Cafe - Branch of a local chain featuring French treats like croissants & sticky buns
The Friendly Toast - Trendy hangout serving all day breakfasts with vegan options
Pavement Coffee House - High-end coffee, espresso drinks & tea with baked goods at this relaxed coffee shop
Pressed Cafe - Expansive all day menu serving smoothies, egg sandwiches, açaí bowls & coffee
Thinking Cup - Trendy cafe with house made pastries & sandwiches featuring high-end coffee
Trident Booksellers & Cafe - Bookstore & cafe with all day breakfast menu and relaxed vibe
Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar - Cozy coffee hangout pairing espresso drinks & lots of teas with light bites
Finagle a Bagel - The quickest spot to pick up an egg sandwich and coffee
Starbucks - Seattle based coffeehouse known for its signature roasts & light bites
 
Best Weekend Brunch Spots
 
Joe's on Newbury - Egg dishes, signature sandwiches & raw bar at this popular weekend brunch spot
Stephanie's on Newbury - Omelettes, signature salads & famous monkey bread on Stephanie's chic brunch menu
Abe & Louie's - Benedicts, omelettes & cocktails at this upscale brunch favorite
 
Best Quick To-Go Spots
 
Tatte - Cozy spot with fuel serving breakfast & array of baked treats & coffee options
Starbucks - Seattle based coffeehouse known for its signature roasts & light bites
Finagle a Bagel - The quickest spot to pick up an egg sandwich and coffee
Flour Bakery & Cafe - Branch of a local chain featuring French treats like croissants & sticky buns
 

Lunch Favorites

Saltie Girl - Seafood is served every which way at this charming raw bar (Megan’s Favorite!)
Street Bar - Located in the Newbury Hotel, this elegant atmosphere features solid cocktails, select wines & locally inspired bar fare (Jillian’s Favorite!)
Atlantic Fish Company - Eatery with refined interior & sidewalk seats offering seafood & robust wine list
Stephanie's on Newbury - Neighborhood standby for upscale New American fare with large patio on Newbury Street
Buttermilk & Bourbon - Quirky New Orleans inspired dishes by a local star chef, plus a lively lounge
La Piazza at Eataly - Specialty plates to share including oysters, charcuterie & authentic Italian pasta
Eva - A welcoming & bright environment with great food, refreshing cocktails & large outdoor patio
The Capital Grille - Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic American fare in a refined setting
La Voile - Elegant spot for classic French cuisine, including a nightly fixed-price menu
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wine & beer (Flora’s Favorite!)
Luke's Lobster - Seafood restaurant serving Maine style lobster rolls with toasted buns
Little Whale Oyster Bar - Classic New England seafood from Chef Michael Serpa
Joe's on Newbury - Relaxed bar & grill chain with variety of American-pub food menu
The Capital Burger - Luxe burgers, sea salt fries, boozy shakes & exceptional wine list
Lobstah on a Roll - Signature salads, house made soups & oversized Boston Lobster Rolls 
Parish Cafe & Bar - Gourmet sandwiches & craft cocktails invented by local chefs & bartenders
Dirty Water Dough Company - Craft pizzas, plus ciabatta sandwiches & salads in a cozy setting with fireplace 
La Neta - Authentic taco shop made with house made corn & flour tortillas 
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Modern Japanese chain serving a roster of ramen dishes
Anna's Taqueria - Local counter-serve chain dishing up burritos, tacos & quesadilla's 
 
Best Business Lunch
 
Street Bar - Located in the Newbury Hotel, this elegant atmosphere features solid cocktails, select wines & locally inspired bar fare (Megan’s Favorite Business Lunch Spot!)
The Capital Grille - Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic American fare in a refined setting
La Voile - Elegant spot for classic French cuisine, including a nightly fixed-price menu
 
Best Quick Lunch
 
Beatnic - 100% vegan, tasty food including salads, soups & mac & cheese
DIG - Casual restaurant chain for seasonally & locally sourced food
Clover Food Lab - Organic, locally sourced food with only good-for-you ingredients
Cava - Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grain bowls
GRECO - Quick-serve spots for Greek eats like gyros, customizable pitas & fried donut holes
 

Dinner Favorites

Amar - Portuguese flair meets Boston at this new restaurant inside the brand new Raffles building in the Back Bay
Pinky's - Newest local spot to the Back Bay serving unique cocktails & globally-inspired plates in a fun atmosphere
Abe & Louie's - High-end steakhouse for classic steak & sides, brunch & an extensive wine list
Saltie Girl - Seafood is served every which way at this charming raw bar (Megan’s Favorite!)
Krasi - Cool destination with contemporary Greek specialities & wines
Faccia a Faccia - New coastal Italian restaurant from award winning chefs and restauranteurs Ken Oringer & Jamie Bissonnette
Rochambeau - Generous French dishes in elegant destination with terrace & event space
Contessa - Italian-inspired cuisine, brunch & wine offered in an opulent rooftop restaurant with city views
Select Oyster Bar - Michael Serpa's snug spot with mediterranean fare & drinks
Bar á Vin 1855 - Over 250 varieties of French wine & casual cuisine 
Serafina - A modern twist to classic Italian cooking with antipasti, pizza & pasta
Grill 23 & Bar - Classy chophouse presenting surf 'n' turf classics & an ample wine selection in ornate rooms (Meg’s Favorite!)
Piattini - Rustic Italian eatery crafting small plates & entrees, with a wine bar & patio
Bistro du Midi - Lighter fare downstairs with refined Southern French fare upstairs with public garden views
Sorellina - Sophisticated, modern take on Italian-Mediterranean cuisine in a warm space 
City Table - Relaxed, yet elegant spot in the Lenox Hotel crafting New American Comfort food & classic cocktails
The Banks Fish House - Destination for oysters, fish-n-chips & other seafood specialties, plus wine & cocktails
Mistral - Elegant bistro crafting acclaimed French-Mediterranean cuisine in refined surroundings
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wine & beer (Flora’s Favorite!)
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse - High-end Italian steakhouse with extensive menu & wine list, plus a refined bar
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Opulently outfitted chain restaurant specializing in prime steaks, seafood & fine wines
Deuxave - Modern French & American eats in chic quarters with fireplace & bar
Uni - Chic hotel eatery specializing in sashimi, sushi & unique Asian street food
Back Bay Social - Stylish, old-fashioned bistro for New American eats & intricate cocktails
PURO Ceviche Bar - Crudo, ceviche & latin inspired dishes in a modern space with graffiti 
Casa Romero - Refined Mexican food & tequila in a tucked away mainstay
Lolita - Vibrant, trendy lounge offering Mexican inspired eats & a lengthy tequila list
Ramsay's Kitchen - Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay's upscale spot for global bites & British staples
Terra at Eataly - Eataly based dining area specializing in wood-grilled fare with herb infused cocktails, beer & wine
Porto - Mediterranean fish fare from star Chef Jody Adams with a raw bar & ample patio
Citrus & Salt - Baja Coast inspired Mexican eats & cocktails in a beachy dining room & edgy rear lounge
 
Best Fancy Dinners
 
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Opulently outfitted chain restaurant specializing in prime steaks, seafood & fine wines
Grill 23 & Bar - Classy chophouse presenting surf 'n' turf classics & an ample wine selection in ornate rooms (Meg’s Favorite!)
Abe & Louie's - High-end steakhouse for classic steak & sides, brunch & an extensive wine list
 
Best Lively Atmosphere
 
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wine & beer (Flora’s Favorite!)
Lolita  - Vibrant, trendy lounge offering Mexican inspired eats & a lengthy tequila list
Faccia a Faccia - New coastal Italian restaurant from award winning chefs and restauranteurs Ken Oringer & Jamie Bissonnette
 
Restaurants With Some of the Most Beautiful Interiors as Featured in Boston Uncovered
 
Contessa - Italian-inspired cuisine, brunch & wine offered in an opulent rooftop restaurant with city views
Terra at Eataly - Eataly based dining area specializing in wood-grilled fare with herb infused cocktails, beer & wine
Citrus & Salt - Baja Coast inspired Mexican eats & cocktails in a beachy dining room & edgy rear lounge
 

Night Out on the Town

Pinky's - Newest local spot to the Back Bay serving unique cocktails & globally-inspired plates in a fun atmosphere
Lolita - Vibrant, trendy lounge offering Mexican-style eats & extensive tequila list
Bar Pallino - Located under Faccia a Faccia, this bar features over 70+ wines in a cozy atmosphere
Hecate - Fun bar with magical atmosphere, menu & drinks
City Bar - Trendy lounge serving upscale small plates & cocktails, located in The Lenox Hotel
Contessa - One of Boston’s most desired rooftop bars with views of the city skyline
Dillon's - Bi-level bar with patio with extensive American menu & drinks
Club Café - Happening cabaret, piano bar, dance club, & classy New American bistro 
Citrus & Salt - Baja Coast inspired Mexican eats & cocktails in a beachy dining room & edgy rear lounge
 
Best Fun Atmosphere
 
Pinky's - Newest local spot to the Back Bay serving unique cocktails & globally-inspired plates in a fun atmosphere
Lolita - Vibrant, trendy lounge offering Mexican-style eats & extensive tequila list
 

Community

Boston Public Library - Historic library with grand, renaissance style architecture
The Boston Common Frog Pond - Ice skating this winter on Frog Pond in Boston common.  Enjoy free skate or even sign up for lessons!
The Prudential Center - The Back Bay's central hub for shopping & dining
Berkeley Performance Center - One of the busiest theaters in Boston showcasing more than 250 events each year
Boston Philharmonic Orchestra - Premier performances of top-notch classical music by students, professionals & amateur musicians 
Gibson House Museum - Historic house museum that preserves the 1860 Victorian rowhouse occupied by 3 generations of the Gibson Family
Esplanade Association - 21 year old non-profit organization that works to enhance & revitalize the Charles River Esplanade & build community by providing educational, cultural & recreational programs for everyone
 

Fitness

Soul Cycle BKBY - Indoor cycling studio with loud music & engaging instructors 
Orangetheory Fitness - Heart rate-based interval training taught by a certified coach, guiding you through 5 different heart rate zones
Barry's Bootcamp - high intensity interval workout focusing on 50% strength training & 50% treadmill
BTone - Pilates studio focusing on small, intense movements combining, strength, endurance & flexibility
CorePower Yoga - Hot yoga classes including light weight training & focus on small, restorative movements
Boston Sports Club - Fully equipped fitness facility with swimming pool, certified trainers, tennis court, unlimited classes, and more
Healthworks Fitness - Innovative classes, personal trainers & member lounge
Rev'd Indoor Cycling - High intensity indoor cycling classes with shoe rental, showers & lockers
SLT Back Bay - 50-minute, heart pumping, full body pilates workout
Invictus - Cross fit, weight lifting & open gym classes taught by a world-class team of coaches
Planet Fitness - Large gym featuring workout machines, dedicated strength training spaces, massage chairs & free fitness training
Clientel3 - Personal training & fitness studio tailored to the needs of each individual client
Elevate Fitness - Strength, conditioning, high intensity interval training, & post & prenatal classes offered with individual & group classes available
 
Megan's Favorite!
 
Soul Cycle BKBY - Indoor cycling studio with loud music & engaging instructors 
 
Meg's Favorite!
 
CorePower Yoga - Hot yoga classes including light weight training & focus on small, restorative movements
 

Parks

Boston Common - As the oldest city park in the United States, the Boston Common is a public park in the Back Bay
Boston Public Garden - The first public botanical garden in America, situated right next to the Boston Common
Commonwealth Avenue Mall - 32 acres of green space nestled on one of Boston’s prettiest streets, filled with dog walkers & bikers
Charles River Esplanade - State-owned park on the south bank of the Charles River basin in the Back Bay
Copley Square Park - Expansive green area, fountain, stage & beautiful gardens
Clarendon Street Play Lot - Neighborhood park with slides, swings & other kids play structures
Carleton Court Dog Park - Simple, fenced in dog park for dogs to run around off leash
Statler Park - Small urban park with a fountain & surrounding benches
 
Charles River Esplanade Parks
 
Fiedler Field - Ample space for pick-up games, picnicking & relaxing 
Hatch Shell Oval - Outdoor concert venue that serves as one of the City's most prominent examples of Art Deco architecture
Boston University Sailing Pavilion - Re-opens in April 2023; rent paddle boards, kayaks & sailboats & even plan group events
Exercise Course - Basic outdoor gym equipment for park visitors, including body weight equipment & stretching equipment
Community Boating - This season runs from April 1 - October 31 & provides lessons for youths & adults, from beginners to experienced sailors
Teddy Ebersol's Red Sox Fields - Provide youth soccer, baseball & fields for general organized play
 

Grocery Stores

Trader Joe’s - Grocery chain with a variety of signature items
Star Market - Supermarket chain offering meat, produce, deli & bakery items
Eataly - Italian dining emporium with groceries, seafood markets & a dozen eateries 
Copley Square Farmer's Market - Open Tuesdays & Fridays 11am - 6pm, from May 13 - November 22
Bacco's - Wine & Cheese shop focusing on produce from sustainable small producers 
DeLuca's Market - Grocer & liquor store offering meat, cheese, wine, kitchen essentials & sandwich counter

 

Transit

Green Line at Boylston 
Green Line at Arlington
Green Line at Park
Red Line at Park
Green Line at Copley
Green Line at Prudential
Green Line at Hynes Convention Center
Orange Line at Back Bay Station
Amtrak at Back Bay Station 
 
 

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Overview for BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE, MA

19,041 people live in BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE, where the median age is 33 and the average individual income is $118,003. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,041

Total Population

33 years

Median Age

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$118,003

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE, MA

Population Households Employment

BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE has 10,677 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 19,041 people call BACK BAY NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE home. The population density is 41,147.626 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,041

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33

Median Age

46.56 / 53.43%

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2

Average Household Size

$118,003

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