Best of Downtown

A cozy Vietnamese café serving banh mi, sandwiches, baked goods, and specialty coffees like coconut coffee and citrus espresso.

Longtime family-run shop acclaimed for specialty sandwiches & only open for lunch on weekdays.

Classic Boston lobster restaurant & showroom on the historic waterfront with live lobsters & prepared shellfish, plus takeout.

Unassuming bakery/cafe serving specialty breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus cookies & cakes.

Casual eatery for brunch classics such as avocado toast, crepes and eggs, plus sandwiches and coffee.

Refined yet playful supper club in a handsome hideaway accented with marble and mahogany wood.

The Japanese coffee chain's first international branch offers unique java flights & Asian bites.

Sophisticated venue serving fish-focused Mediterranean fare, in addition to a bar.

Fast-casual spot in downtown Boston’s Theater District serving flame-grilled smashed burgers and bold, 24-hour marinated shawarma wraps, with house-made sauces and late-night hours.