ANTHONY’S PIER 4
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-482-6262
   
140 Northern Ave., 617-482-6262. For 45 years, this Boston institution has tempted diners with Maine lobster, fresh New England seafood, imported Dover sole, prime steaks and a huge wine list. The dining room offers a view of Boston Harbor and the city skyline. L & D Mon–Thu 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri ’til 11 p.m., Sat noon–11 p.m., Sun noon–10 p.m.

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AURA
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: American
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-385-4300
   
Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. The newly expanded and renovated waterfront restaurant features chef Rachel Klein’s global, Asian-influenced menu, as well as steakhouse offerings such as the Painted Hills Farm all-natural sirloin and the Brandt all-natural filet. B, L, D, SB.

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THE BARKING CRAB
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Seafood
Entertainment: no
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-426-2722
   
88 Sleeper St., Fort Point Landing, 617-426-CRAB. No frills at this ramshackle little clam shack that’s a Boston dining institution. Pluck mussels and steamers from plastic buckets and drink wine out of styrofoam cups under an outdoor tent brimming with communal-style picnic tables. L & D daily, opening at 11:30 a.m.

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THE CHANNEL CAFE
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: American
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-426-0695
   
300 Summer St., 617-426-0695. Started by local artist Ana Crowley, the cafe reflects its art gallery setting and the friendliness of a small, local shop. It even boasts classy entrees like the pan-seared salmon and the half-chicken cooked under a brick at a reasonable price. B, L, D.

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LTK BAR AND KITCHEN
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Seafood
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-330-7430
   
225 Northern Ave., 617-330-7430. LTK (Legal Test Kitchen) is just that—a test kitchen that ventures into uncharted waters and pushes the boundaries of innovation in both its bar and restaurant menus. With inspired seasonal cocktails, an award-winning wine list and multicultural, non-coursed dining options, LTK offers a cutting-edge yet comfortable environment. L, D, LS, C.

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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-526-0410
   
One Exeter Plaza (699 Boylston St. at Exeter Street), 617-266-5858; World Trade Center East, Two Seaport Lane, 617-526-0410. These renowned steakhouses are famous for their prime-aged beef, including filet mignon and New York strip steak. They also serve a variety of other non-beef entrees, including jumbo lump crab cakes and double rib lamb chops. Mon–Fri 5:30–11 p.m., Sat & Sun 5–10 p.m.

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SAUCIETY
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: American
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-532-4670
   
Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel, 425 Summer St., 617-532-4670. As its name implies, this modern American grill is all about the sauce. Sauciety’s dinner menu is weighted toward grilled, seared and pan-roasted meat dishes, served with a diverse choice of sauces—from parmesan foam to whiskey-spiked ketchup to amber ale caramelized onion and beyond. B, L, D, C.

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