South End

Located just minutes from downtown and the Back Bay, the South End has become one of Boston's most popular neighborhoods. It has attracted a diverse blend of young professionals, families and a vibrant gay and lesbian population to this Boston Landmark District. You will be sure to notice the South End's renowned Victorian brownstone buildings and homes as you walk along Tremont Street, Columbus Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue. Some of Boston's finest restaurants, a thriving arts community and nearly 30 parks also call the South End home.

EXPERIENCE THE SOUTH END

The South End is a vibrant center with eclectic art studios, experimental theatres and independent boutiques and galleries. The beautiful SoWa Arts + Design District coexists alongside more modern developments like Ink Block to make the South End a true microcosm of Boston, where history and innovation are in constant conversation.

Lined with brick bow-front town houses, most of which were built in the mid-1800s, many of the homes here have hidden gardens. Explore it on foot to discover pocket parks, tiny bakeries and some of the city's best restaurants. The South End and neighboring Roxbury share cultural and architectural histories that blend seamlessly around Massachusetts Avenue.

Where to Eat | Where to Stay | Top Things to Do

Where to Eat in the South End

Atlantico

Atlántico is the third restaurant from Chef Michael Serpa and is inspired by the simple seafood restaurants of Spain & Portugal. Showcasing the highest quality local and imported Spanish & Portuguese seafood in an open and airy room. The beverage program features wines of Spain &...

B&G Oysters

Located in Boston's historic South End, B&G Oysters is Chef Barbara Lynch's modern take on a classic oyster bar.

The Beehive Restaurant

Underground bohemian bistro with live entertainment.

Black Lamb

A love letter to Boston's South End, Black Lamb is here to become a neighborhood favorite. We serve a compact menu with dishes that play off French brasserie-style methods for casual American tavern fare. Think Beef Tartare, a traditional Lobster Roll, Duck Breast Frites, and...

Boston Chops South End

An urban steak bistro, a casual, yet refined twist for which steakhouses are well-known.

The Butcher Shop

A tribute to the old world European boucheries, The Butcher Shop is both a neighborhood restaurant offering a seasonal dinner menu. BEST OF BLC TAKEOUT AT THE BUTCHER SHOP

Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen

Darryl’s Corner Bar & Kitchen serves up great southern and comfort food and signature cocktails with a side of live music - jazz, R&B, soul, and funk- in Boston.

The Elephant Walk South End

Recently relocating to Washington Street after operating for 20 years on Beacon Street, The Elephant Walk South End offers a unique combination of French and Cambodian cuisine by Chef Nadsa de Monteiro.

Estragon

Estragon Tapas Bar is inspired by the supper clubs and salons of 1930 Madrid. Estragon brings old-world charm and a bohemian flair to the tapas experience. The menu focuses on the fresh and the simple, traversing the entire culinary landscape of Spain, and with an all-Spanish,...

MIDA

MIDA is a South End Restaurant, inspired by the simplicity of classic Italian dishes. Our menu focuses on many regions of traditional food and culture, using fresh seasonal ingredients.

Shore Leave

Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston's rich dining scene. Named after a sailor's leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave's tropical tiki cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle.

South End Buttery

The Buttery quickly became a neighborhood mainstay with award-winning specialty coffees and teas, house made biscuit breakfast sandwiches and signature cupcakes, gourmet sandwiches and salads, seasonal soups and scratch pastries. In 2008, the owners expanded to add a restaurant...

Trophy Room

A favorite with the locals, Trophy Room is the epicenter of fun for the South End neighborhood. With a colorful atmosphere, superb food and drink options, and a lively brunch on Sundays. Everyone is welcome at The Trophy Room! Where bartenders will create your favorite cocktail...

Where to Stay in the South End

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center

The hotel's sleek urban design creates a comfortable environment for both business and leisure travelers. Adjacent to Boston Medical Center and located at the crossroads of Boston, the Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center is the most direct and accessible hotel to Logan...

Residence Inn Boston Downtown South End

Set a pace that suits you at Marriott Residence Inn Boston Downtown South End. Whether you're with us for a few days, a few weeks, or a few months, your routine matters. Spacious studio and one bedroom suites with separate living and sleeping areas. A fully equipped kitchen ready...

The Revolution Hotel

Located at the intersection of Berkley and Appleton Streets in the heart of Boston’s South End, The Revolution Hotel offers a co-working space for the community’s creative set and a home base for travelers at rates that cannot be beat on a variety of room types smartly designed...

Staypineapple, A Delightful Hotel, South End

Staypineapple Boston features all of the charm and spirit of a neighborhood inn while wrapped in the stylish package of a classic Boston building. Each of our thoughtfully designed rooms feature plush pillow top beds topped with European style double duvets, and upscale amenities...

Top Things to Do in the South End

Boston Ballet

Boston Ballet maintains an internationally acclaimed repertoire of classical and contemporary works with each season running from October-May, including The Nutcracker during the month of December.

Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen

Darryl’s Corner Bar & Kitchen serves up great southern and comfort food and signature cocktails with a side of live music - jazz, R&B, soul, and funk- in Boston.

Shore Leave

Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston's rich dining scene. Named after a sailor's leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave's tropical tiki cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle.

SoWa Art + Design District

The SoWa Art + Design District is a vibrant community of artist studios, contemporary art galleries, one-of-a-kind boutiques, design showrooms, and restaurants unified by a passion for creating and curating exceptional artworks, products and experiences. Once known as a region of...