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PhotograPhy by Kevin Mccullough/Pabu. oPPosite Page: Kolby Knight finest cocktails amid celebrity mugshots in this trendy lounge in the former jailhouse-turned- swank Liberty Hotel. 215 Charles St., 857-241-1144; alibiboston.com Bristol Bar Enjoy the elegant surroundings (backlit bar, tufted leather armchairs) and stunning views of the Public Garden. 200 Boylston St., 617-351-2037; fourseasons.com/boston the hawthorne A gorgeous, modern space with the cozy feel of a living room, The Hawthorne mixes the city's tastiest craft cocktails. 500A Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9150; thehawthornebar.com the lounge at the godfrey At the mod-posh Godfrey Hotel, this lounge is a relaxing hot spot in the heart of the city. 505 Washington St., 617-804- 2000; godfreyhotel boston.com w lounge Relax by the fireplace with signature craft cocktails and creative small plates in the Theater District's W Hotel. 100 Stuart St., 617- 261-8700; wboston.com FRom THE BAck BAy To THE NoRTH END: BosToN's vERy BEsT EATs AND DRiNks. dine B&g oyster Bar Enjoy an exquisite raw bar and seafood menu at this intimate south End spot. 550 Tremont St., 617-423- 0550; bandgoysters.com Bar Boulud This hip bistro, located in the mandarin oriental Hotel, serves chef Daniel Boulud's more casual fare, including seafood, burgers, and charcuterie. 776 Boylston St., 617-535- 8800; barboulud.com Bastille Kitchen Don't let the name fool you: The French fare in this converted factory in the the innovation District is as contemporary as it gets. 49 Melcher St., 617-556- 8000; bastillekitchen.net Bistro du Midi This bistro offers authentic cuisine from the south of France and head-on views of the Public Garden. 272 Boylston St., 617-426- 7878; bistrodumidi.com Boston chops This modern south End steakhouse features high ceilings, wood-rich décor, and nose-to-tail cooking. 1375 Washington St., 617- 227-5011; bostonchops.com the Butcher shop Barbara Lynch's south End spot for upscale fare also offers weekly butchery lessons. 552 Tremont St., 617-423-4800; thebutcher shopboston.com cafe escadrille The classic offerings are complemented by the time- less décor, which includes a long mahogany bar. (Popular for events and weddings!) 26 Cambridge St., Burlington, 781-273- 1916; cafeescadrille.com 190 Newbury St., 617- 236-0990; stephanies restaurantgroup.com strip By strega Located in the Boston Park Plaza Hotel, this Northern italian steak- house boasts a super-glam dining room. 64 Arlington St., 617-456-5300; strip bystregaboston.com toro chef ken oringer brings the south of spain to the south End, serving up modern and traditional spanish tapas. 1704 Washington St., 617-536- 4300; toro-restaurant.com trade Trade's varied mediter- ranean menu accentuates the region's small-plates tradition, here in a modern and stylish setting. 540 Atlantic Ave., 617-451-1234; trade-boston.com yvonne's Boston's self-proclaimed supper club offers a dark, refined setting in which to enjoy its "feasts" and "social plates." 2 Winter Pl., 617-267-0047; yvonnesboston.com drink aliBi Enjoy some of Boston's for its elegant prix-fixe tasting and bar menus. 9 Park St., 617-742-9991; no9park.com oaK long Bar & Kitchen Handcrafted cocktails and farm-to-table fare abound at this American brasserie in the Fairmont copley Plaza. 138 St James Ave., 617-585-7222; oaklong barkitchen.com ocean priMe steak and fish—in a polished dining room—are the dual foci of this modern American eatery. 140 Seaport Blvd., 617-670- 1345; ocean-prime.com row 34 A "working man's oyster bar," Row 34 pairs raw seafood with another Boston specialty: craft beer. 383 Congress St., 617-553-5900; row34.com sorellina Enjoy exceptional italian cuisine in a subdued and elegant setting next to the Prudential center. 1 Huntington Ave., 617-412- 4600; sorellinaboston.com stephanie's on newBury stephanie's is a classic Boston restaurant for American fare, with outdoor patio seating. THE guidE: SCENE west to (far) east Japanese izakaya—an informal, booze-friendly gastropub experience—lands in downtown Boston with Pabu. Located in the Millennium Tower, the second location of chef Michael Mina and sushi chef Ken Tominaga's SF–based concept will combine old-world Japanese charm with more modern fare and flair. With a menu including roba- tayaki (tableside barbecue), small plates like ahi tuna poke and grilled octopus, and large plates like miso black cod, it's the perfect spot to spark your culinary curiosity—and throw back a pint or two… 1 Franklin St.; michaelmina.net the capital grille This Back Bay institution is the classic, go-to fine dining steakhouse in town. 900 Boylston St., 617-262- 8900; thecapitalgrille.com davio's An upscale Northern italian steakhouse, Davio's is also home to one of Boston's most extensive wine lists. 75 Arlington St., 617-357-4810; davios.com eastern standard classic New England cuisine mingles with standout French- and italian-inspired dishes and masterful cocktails at this kenmore square jewel. 528 Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9100; eastern standardboston.com grill 23 & Bar This ever-elegant steak- house is celebrated for its surf-and-turf specialties. 161 Berkeley St., 617-542- 2255; grill23.com la voile Authentic French dishes (salade Lyonnaise, moules frites, boeuf bourguignon) find their home in this cozy Back Bay bistro. 261 Newbury St., 617-587- 4200; lavoileboston.net legal harBorside This three-story eatery features some of Boston's best fresh seafood—and fantastic harbor views. 270 Northern Ave., 617-477- 2900; legalseafoods.com Mistral The light Provençal fare of this south End bistro matches its airy and elegant setting. 223 Columbus Ave., 617-867- 9300; mistralbistro.com no. 9 parK Try this Beacon Hill classic 108 bostoncommon-magazine.com