Best of Back of the Hill, MA
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Back of the Hill, MA — mapped and organized by category.
About Back of the Hill
Back of the Hill is a light rail stop on the Green Line E branch of the MBTA subway system, situated in Boston's Mission Hill neighborhood. It primarily serves the adjacent apartment complex for elderly and disabled residents. The station lacks platforms, requiring passengers to wait in bus shelters and cross a traffic lane to board trains.
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Located in Mission Hill, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum houses significant examples of European, Asian, and American art. Its collection includes paintings, sculpture, tapestries, and decorative arts.
View details →Best Hotels in Back of the Hill
3 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Omni Boston at the Seaport
Omni Boston at the Seaport is a hotel located in the Seaport neighborhood.
Best Restaurants in Back of the Hill
7 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Mandarin Gourmet
Mandarin Gourmet serves Chinese cuisine in the South Brookline neighborhood.
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Vineripe grill
Vineripe grill is an American‑style restaurant located in South Brookline.
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Legal Sea Foods
Legal Sea Foods is a seafood restaurant located in the Waterfront neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Back of the Hill
4 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Broadsheet Coffee Roasters
Broadsheet Coffee Roasters is a coffee shop located in Mid-Cambridge.
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Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar
Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar is a café located in Chinatown, offering a coffee shop experience.
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Tatte Bakery & Cafe
Tatte Bakery & Cafe offers a selection of bakery items and coffee in the Fenway neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Back of the Hill
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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O'Brien's Pub
O'Brien's Pub offers a relaxed atmosphere in the Allston neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Back of the Hill
1 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Located in Mission Hill, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum houses significant examples of European, Asian, and American art. Its collection includes paintings, sculpture, tapestries, and decorative arts.
Best Shops in Back of the Hill
35 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Alton Lane
Alton Lane is a custom menswear shop located at 91 Newbury Street, offering modern suits, blazers, trousers, tuxedos, and shirts.
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Diane von Fürstenberg
Diane von Fürstenberg is a retail location on 73 Newbury Street.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Back of the Hill
6 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Cunningham Park
Cunningham Park is a public green space located in the Brighton neighborhood.
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Hobart St Play Area
Hobart St Play Area is a public park located in the Oak Square neighborhood.
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Horace James Circle
Horace James Circle is a public park located in the South Brookline neighborhood.
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Margaret E. Robinson Playground
Margaret E. Robinson Playground is a public park located in the Whiskey Point neighborhood.
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West Roxbury Parkway
West Roxbury Parkway is a park located in the South Brookline neighborhood.
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