What is Boston Restaurant Week?:
Boston Restaurant Week, held twice each year in the winter and summer, is an opportunity for Boston residents and visitors to sample prix-fixe menus at some of the city's best restaurants at a price that usually represents a significant savings.When is Boston Restaurant Week?:
The next Restaurant Week in Boston is actually two weeks: August 9-14 and August 16-21, 2009. In addition, many of the participating restaurants will make their Restaurant Week lunch and/or dinner offers available on Saturday, August 15.Why is Boston Restaurant Week a Bargain?:
During restaurant week, participating restaurants serve three-course (appetizer, entree and dessert), prix-fixe meals for $20.09 at lunch and $33.09 at dinner. These prices represent quite a value in a city where dining out can be very expensive, and most of Boston's top restaurants participate in the twice-annual promotion. The price per person does not include beverages, tax or a gratuity.New for 2009: Diners with lighter appetites (or wallets) can opt for a two-course (entree and appetizer or dessert), lunch menu priced at $15.09 at participating restaurants.
Which Restaurants Participate in Boston Restaurant Week?:
For Summer 2009, more than 200 restaurants throughout Boston, Cambridge and other outlying towns are participating, making this the largest Restaurant Week in the event's nine-year history. The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau has a detailed list of participating restaurants and their menus available online.Are Reservations Necessary During Restaurant Week?:
There is extraordinary competition to score a seat at many of Boston's best restaurants during Restaurant Week, so yes--do make reservations in advance. American Express Cardmembers can take advantage of an exclusive early reservation period July 12-24, 2009. Reservations for many participating restaurants can be made online via OpenTable.com. You may also call participating restaurants directly. Because the menu offerings are quite limited during Restaurant Week, you may also want to call ahead to inquire about the prix-fixe menu that will be available if you have food allergies or preferences.Are There Any Getaway Packages for Boston Restaurant Week?:
Although specific Restaurant Week hotel packages for August have not yet been announced, the Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau has information on a variety of summer hotel packages in the city that may save you money or include extra amenities during your Restaurant Week stay.Other Helpful Resources for Boston Travelers:
