Things to Do in South End, Boston Known for its Victorian brownstones and a thriving arts scene, with galleries lining Tremont Street. The neighborhood is also famous for its diverse dining options, including the popular Flour Bakery and the SoWa Open Market on weekends.
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SoWa Open Market ★ 4.5 · 1.3k
The SoWa Art & Design District (South of Washington)
Mon–Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
Genuine Antique Lighting ★ 5.0 · 160
Store specialized in restoring & selling antique light fixtures from various historical periods.
Every day 8 AM – 5 PM
Boston Center for the Arts ★ 4.7 · 359
Multiple spaces for contemporary theater, music & dance performances & visual-arts exhibitions.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Lekker Home
Showroom selling stylish European furniture & housewares, plus lighting & rugs.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in South End · $$$$
Located on the ground floor of a South End rowhouse, this intimate chef's counter is the vision of Chef Wei Fa Chen.
Toro ★ 4.4 · 2.5k· $50–100
Toro has been a mainstay of Boston’s South End for well over 20 years and its longevity is easy to explain: it’s fun, well run and who doesn’t need some tapas in their life every now and then? Round up some friends for a night out, then...
Mon–Thu 5 PM – 10 PM
Fri 5 PM – 11 PM
Sat 5 PM – 11 PM
Sun 11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Beehive Restaurant ★ 4.4 · 3.5k· $$
International cuisine, creative cocktails, and live music in a happening brick-line venue.
Mon–Wed 5 PM – 11 PM
Thu 5 PM – 12 AM
Fri 5 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat 10 AM – 1:30 AM
Sun 10 AM – 11 PM
Yunnan Kitchen ★ 4.7 · 1.2k· $20-40
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
SRV ★ 4.6 · 1.3k· $40–100
Housemade pastas and other small plates are served at this casual-chic wine bar with a rear patio.
Mon–Wed 5 PM – 9 PM
Thu–Fri 5 PM – 10 PM
Sat 4:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun 4:30 PM – 9 PM
Myers & Chang ★ 4.5 · 2.1k· $20–60
Creative, upscale Asian-inspired small plates are served family-style in this hip diner.
Mon–Wed 4 PM – 9 PM
Thu–Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 9 PM
DeLux ★ 4.7 · 760· $30–40
Casual, kitschy bar with serving up eclectic eats & drinks, plus Elvis memorabilia on the walls.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5 PM – 1 AM
Sat 5 PM – 1 AM
Sun 5 PM – 1 AM
Mike's City Diner ★ 4.5 · 1.6k· $10–20
Neighborhood institution for hearty, homestyle breakfasts & lunches & a '50s-diner vibe.
Every day 7 AM – 2 PM
Shore Leave ★ 4.5 · 601· $20-80
Asian inspired dishes paired with an array of tiki cocktails in a lively space with tropical decor.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 5 PM – 12 AM
Fri 5 PM – 1 AM
Sat 5 PM – 1 AM
Sun 5 PM – 12 AM
Bangkok Pinto ★ 4.6 · 333· $10–20
Small, easygoing Thai restaurant dispensing simple dishes such as curries & fried rice.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 3 PM, 4 PM – 8:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Wally's Cafe ★ 4.3 · 1.2k· $10–20
jazz club in Boston
Mon 7 PM – 11 PM
Tue 8 PM – 10:30 PM
Wed–Thu 7 PM – 12 AM
Fri 7 PM – 1 AM
Sat 7 PM – 12 AM
Sun 8 PM – 11 PM
J.J. Foley's Cafe ★ 4.5 · 947· $10–30
Neighborhood pub founded in 1909 offering Irish-American eats & diversions such as TVs & darts.
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1 311 Omakase 2 Toro 3 SoWa Open Market 4 Genuine Antique Lighting 5 Boston Center for the Arts 6 Beehive Restaurant 7 Yunnan Kitchen 8 SRV 9 Myers & Chang 10 DeLux Ready to plan South End? Turn these South End picks into a day-by-day Boston plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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