Where to eat

---

• Why go: Quintessential Boston seafood experience. Tiny, bustling, and legendary. Lines are long — but worth it. It’s an iconic stop for seafood lovers.
• Signature bites: Lobster roll (warm buttered), oysters, daily specials.  
• From Hotel Commonwealth: ~10 min ride / 25 min by T.
   

• Why go: One of the most acclaimed Japanese restaurants in the U.S. Nationally recognized; reservations are essential. 
• Signature bites: Omakase tasting menu with inventive sushi, wagyu, and uni. 
• From Hotel Commonwealth: ~15 min ride.
   

• Why go: Trendy and buzzing, this tapas bar is consistently ranked among Boston’s best. 
• Signature bites: Corn with aioli & cotija, jamón ibérico, small plates made for sharing. 
• From Hotel Commonwealth: ~12 min ride.
   

• Why go: Boston Magazine’s 2025 “Best Restaurant.” Creative Middle Eastern / Mediterranean small plates. Unique, lively, and worth venturing a little further.
• Signature bites: Lamb sliders, Turkish-inspired mezze, inventive cocktails. 
• From Hotel Commonwealth: ~20 min ride.
   

• Why go: Chic and modern, Uni delivers bold Japanese flavors in a sleek setting.
• Signature bites: Late-night ramen, inventive sashimi, luxury sushi rolls. 
• From Hotel Commonwealth: ~5 min ride / 15 min walk.
   

Reservations are highly recommended for O Ya, Uni, Sarma, and Toro. Neptune Oyster doesn’t take reservations  but waiting in line is part of the experience, and nearby Hanover Street cafés make it enjoyable.