GO alfresco!
Perfect spots to enjoy latesummer dining
Summer isn't over yet! Fall isn't officially here until the 21st, so savor the last few warm days at these alfresco hot spots throughout the city.
Del Frisco’s, Back Bay
Del Frisco's opened a new location this summer in the Back Bay. Located in the Pru, right next to Tesla, their latest outpost is a refreshed, chic iteration of the classic steakhouse. Complete with a huge patio overlooking Boylston Street, Del Frisco's Back Bay is perfect for people-watching on a late-summer afternoon. They also unveiled a new Wagyu Tasting Menu, with options to sample Japanese, Australian and Rosewood cuts of wagyu beef, paired with red and black Himalayan sea salts. And don't worry, even if the nights start to get a little chilly, they have plenty of heaters on the patio so you can enjoy Boston's beautiful September evenings in comfort. 888 Boylston St.; delfriscos.com.
Anoush’ella, South End
Celebrating its one-year anniversary this week, Anoush'ella in the South End is another great latesummer alfresco choice. The spacious patio combined with their grilled-to-order manoush (thin flatbread baked on a Saj oven) are a perfect match. With a menu filled with tasty Lebanese and Armenian dishes, Anoush'ella is a breath of fresh air in Boston's fast-casual craze. And they have a full selection of craft beers and wines on tap. Anoush'ella's version
of fast casual is certainly south end approved — the stylish decor and the unique flavors have quickly made this a go-to spot for locals. 35 W. newton st.; anoushella.com.
Pagu, Central Square
If you are in the mood to head across the river to Cambridge, pagu is the spot to eat and drink outdoors this month. Chef tracy Chang's fusion of Japanese and spanish flavors combined with new fall cocktails are made for enjoying outside. Located amid MIT and Central square, pagu's patio is right in the innovation hub. so grab a few friends and enjoy some bao, ramen and all the other tricks chef Chang has up her sleeve. 310 massachusetts ave., Cambridge; gopagu.com.
ReelHouse, East Boston
ReelHouse has one of the best views of the boston skyline and its huge patio and outdoor bar is the place to be in eastie throughout the summer. enjoy the last few moments of the season while enjoying the restaurant's brand-new fall menu. things like eggplant lasagna and Long Island duck breast are the transitional dishes that will bridge the gap to all things pumpkin spice. but while it's still technically summer, why not pair all that with some rose? 6 new st., reelhouseboston.com.
Cisco Brewers’ pop-up beer garden, Seaport
This has been the summer of the beer garden in boston and the latest addition is Cisco brewers' pop-up in the seaport. “as summer comes to a close and fall events start to take shape around new england, Cisco brewers boston seaport is the perfect spot to relive the unique island experience while sipping on some Cisco beer and Nantucket Vineyard wines and praying for warm sunny days and an Indian summer,” says Cisco CEO Jay Harman. the beer garden is open from 4 to 11 p.m. on Wednesdays, thursdays and Fridays, and from noon to 11 p.m. on saturdays. there are also some raw bar options and even tacos from Loco taqueria available onsite. seaport boulevard, just west of district Hall.