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Top 10 Charles Street RestaurantsWhether it's a quick slice of pizza or a romantic French meal, Charles Street has a restaurant for you. The main shopping thoroughfare in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill neighborhood, Charles Street is popular with tourists and locals alike who come to browse its many boutiques and antique shops or enjoy a fine meal. Here are ten of Charles Street’s best restaurants. Prices are based on an average complete dinner for one including beverage, tips, and taxes, on a scale of $-$$$$$. 1. ArtuArtu is a quaint, basement-level Italian restaurant with a lovely selection of antipasti, and main courses such as ravioli arragosta and veal con gnocchi. With the small size, open kitchen, and easygoing wait staff, Artu exudes a sort of mom and pop charm, but the menu gives the place a gourmet flavor. $$
89 Charles Street, Boston 2. Beacon Hill Hotel & BistroA classy hotel eatery with banquettes, tiled floors, fresh flowers, a fireplace, and a stained glass bar, the Beacon Hill Bistro is at once sophisticated and comfortable. Dinners have a French flair with appetizers such as the Jerusalem Artichoke Soup with Black Trumpet Mushrooms, and main courses such as pan seared duck breast or stuffed rabbit loin (not much for vegetarians). If you go for Sunday brunch, don’t miss the vanilla pancakes with caramelized bananas. $$$
25 Charles Street, Boston 3. Bin 26 EnotecaA newcomer to Charles Street is Italian restaurant and wine bar Bin 26 Enoteca, designed to cater to casual diners as well as those looking for more formal multicourse haute cuisine. It offers a seasonally driven menu and wine list, with an extensive selection of wines by the glass or by the bottle. $$$
26 Charles Street, Boston 4. FigsThis popular Todd English restaurant offers gourmet pizza, salads, and pastas in a small but attractive setting. The Portobello pizza is a personal favorite, but Figs offers a variety of toppings, including caramelized leeks, goat cheese, prosciutto, basil oil, and of course, figs. The popularity and minuscule size mean you can expect a long wait on weekends, but if you call before you go you can be put on the waiting list. $$
42 Charles Street, Boston 5. The Hungry iWith its basement-level location and three working fireplaces, The Hungry i offers a cozy environment to enjoy good food and good company. If the weather is nice, enjoy the French cuisine at a table in the outdoor courtyard. This is also on my list of Most Romantic Restaurants in Boston. $$$
71 1/2 Charles Street, Boston 6. King & IAffordably priced with a decently sized dining area, the King & I is a reliable standby for straightforward Thai cuisine. The restaurant serves up large portions and offers plenty of vegetarian options; just ask if you need a dish modified. $
Charles Street, Boston 7. PanificioPanificio has delicious sandwiches, pizza, soups, and assorted Italian fare, with a great people-watching view of Charles Street. This bakery and café offers charming ambience but limited seating. And on your way out you can always pick up a loaf of fresh bread or a sweet to enjoy later. $
144 Charles Street, Boston 8. The ParamountThe Paramount maintains a large local following who keep coming back for its value and comfort food menu, ordered at the counter by day and served sit-down bistro style in the evening. Breakfast is available all day, but if that’s not your thing you can order up one of the many sandwiches, salads, or burgers. The small space and popularity mean you my have a wait. $
44 Charles Street, Boston 9. Ristorante ToscanoDecorated in a Tuscan rustic style with exposed brick walls, maps, and hand-painted plates, Ristorante Toscano has been a Charles Street favorite for more than 20 years. It offers an assortment of soups, salads, antipasti, and main courses such as scaloppini al prosciutto and tagliatelle campagnola. In 2003, it was voted “Best Neighborhood Restaurant” (Beacon Hill) in Boston Magazine. $$
47 Charles Street, Boston 10. The Upper CrustOne of the city’s most popular small pizza chains, The Upper Crust’s Charles Street location is only hampered by the limited seating of its communal dining area. Watch the dough guy working by the window, or if the weather is agreeable take your food to-go and enjoy it in the Boston Common. Pizzas come in 14” small and 18” large sizes, and by-the-slice options include cheese, pepperoni, or the slice of the day, which is usually something a little more creative. $
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