rec for a client dinner

[tommy]

Which restaurants are people talking about up in Boston these days? A friend needs a rec for a client dinner (client = someone who isn’t too adventurous, so nothing too “ethnic”). Something along the lines of No. 9 Park, which friend thought was great and not too stuffy.

i know the board is probably filled with ideas, but i was hoping for a few highlights to seed the decision process.

thanks for any help.

edit: and i see i didn't include "Boston" in the headings, which isn't helping much i suppose.

Edited July 6, 2004 by tommy (log)

[VivreManger]

Locke Ober's may be the classic impress-the-client restaurant in Boston. The place reeks of tradition and gentleman's club, but the food has been updated by Lydia Shire.

However I have not been there in years so my recommendation must be taken with some salt and other condiments as well.

The other places generated buzz are Radius and Clio.

[bluekale]

From everything I've heard and tasted, I'd recommend Craigie Street Bistrot in Cambridge. It's a wonderful place with a menu that changes often at the whim of the chef.

[tommy]

thanks folks. vivre, i'll look into Locke Obers, although these people are females and might prefer something a bit more unclubby.

thanks!

[giovanni]

HMMM.... client dinner, females, not too adventurous, nothing stuffy.... on a par with No. 9 Park. Try any of these:

In Boston:

Via Matta (italian)

Excelsior (new american)

L (asian fusion)

Hammersley's Bistro (french bistro)

Prezza (italian)

Pigalle (french bistro -- chef just named a F&W best chef)

Trouqet (mediterranean/new american --- awesome wine experience)

Clio (new american/asian inspirations --- separate sushi bar)

Capital Grille (classic steak house)

In Cambridge:

Oleana (mediterranean --- but think Morocco; great neighborhood feel)

Rialto (italian/mediterranean)

East Coast Grill (awesome raw bar, grilled fish)

Craigie Street Bistro (french bistro)