Things to Do in Allston, Boston A lively atmosphere with a mix of students and young professionals, featuring various bars and restaurants. Union Square is a notable spot, with the Boston Fire Department station nearby, and the area has historical ties to the stockyards.
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Charles River Canoe & Kayak Waterway★
Ritual Arts ★ 4.8 · 153 Specialty Store
Mon–Fri 12 PM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM
Vivant Vintage ★ 4.7 · 365 Flea Market
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 7 PM
Fri 11 AM – 8 PM
Sat 11 AM – 8 PM
Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Turco Market ★ 4.9 · 259 Market
Every day 11 AM – 11 PM
Bazaar on Cambridge ★ 4.3 · 624 Market
Every day 9 AM – 9 PM
Trader Joe's ★ 4.7 · 730 Cheese Shop
Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy & more (most sell wine & beer).
Every day 9 AM – 9 PM Where to eat & drink in Allston
Paradise Rock Club ★ 4.4 · 2.3k Live Music
Historical concert venue featuring nationally known & independent music acts in an intimate space.
Holdfast Specialty Seafood Co. ★ 4.9 · 236 Restaurant· $20–50
Mon 5 PM – 11 PM
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
Habibi's Lounge ★ 4.3 · 1.2k Hookah Bar· $20–70
Exotic, chill hookah lounge offering flavored tobaccos, Middle Eastern snacks & teas.
Mon–Thu 2 PM – 1 AM
Fri 2 PM – 2 AM
Sat 2 PM – 2 AM
Sun 2 PM – 1 AM
The Hopewell Bar & Kitchen ★ 4.4 · 1.1k Cocktail Bar· $20–30
Inviting hangout with shareable American fare, a fine whiskey selection, plus shuffleboard & games.
Mon–Wed 11:30 AM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri 11:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat 10 AM – 2 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12 AM
Carlo's Cucina Italiana ★ 4.7 · 813 Italian· $20–30
Bustling Italian spot with simple decor draws crowds with classic dishes & popular take-out option.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
YoMa ★ 4.7 · 389 Burmese· $
Petite, pink-walled eatery turning out homestyle Burmese fare, including spicy & vegetarian options.
Every day 12 PM – 9 PM
Lulu's Allston ★ 4.4 · 1.4k American· $20–30
Charming eatery with midcentury-modern decor specializing in comfort foods with a unique twist.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 9 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 10 AM – 10 PM
Sun 10 AM – 8 PM
Coreanos Allston ★ 4.5 · 719 Korean· $10–30
Unpretentious outlet with a simple dining room turning out traditional Korean standards.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun 12 PM – 9:30 PM Planning time in Allston?
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1 Charles River Canoe & Kayak 2 Ritual Arts 3 Paradise Rock Club 4 Vivant Vintage 5 Turco Market 6 Bazaar on Cambridge 7 Holdfast Specialty Seafood Co. 8 Trader Joe's 9 Habibi's Lounge 10 The Hopewell Bar & Kitchen Ready to plan Allston? Turn these Allston picks into a day-by-day Boston plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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