AVILA MODERN MEDITERRANEAN
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-267-4810
   
One Charles Street South, 617-267-4810. Enjoy flavors of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Greece with a modern flair. The menu includes small plates of cod fritters, fried cheese and chicken livers, appetizers of tuna ceviche, onion soup and watercress salad, as well as the finest quality all natural beef and fresh seafood entrees, with breads, desserts and ice creams made fresh daily. L, D, C.

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COLD STONE CREAMERY
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Dessert
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees less than $12
Telephone : 617-523-1020
   
8 Park Plaza Suite D-5, 617-523-1020; 175 Cambridge St., 617-994-6334; 201 Brookline Ave., 617-266-COLD; 100 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-0100. Originating in the desert heat of Arizona in 1988, Cold Stone has taken the country by storm with its unique, creamy blended ice cream mixed on a frozen granite stone to create a wide variety of flavors. Served in a fresh baked waffle cone, Cold Stone lovers can create their own flavor combination from available mix-ins or choose from Cold Stone Originals like Candy Land, a blend of cake batter ice cream, Snickers, M&M’s and Kit Kat.

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FINALE
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Dessert
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-423-3184
   
One Columbus Ave., 617-423-3184. One of the only dessert restaurants in America, Finale features items like the caramel carnivale and the “molten chocolate cake.” Chef Nicole Coady’s menu is complemented by a drink menu of ports, champagnes, cordials and “Finale Favorites.” A light dinner menu is available. L & D.

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JACOB WIRTH
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: German
Entertainment: yes
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-338-8586
   
37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in 1868, Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant, serving traditional German fare, including wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten and a great selection of German beers. This Theatre District mainstay still resembles an old-time saloon, complete with ancient mahogany bar, weathered floors and weekly piano sing-alongs. L, D, C, LS.

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LEGAL SEA FOODS RESTAURANT
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Seafood
Entertainment: no
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-426-4444
   
26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart, 617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-227-3115; Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; other locations. Legal Sea Foods, a Boston tradition for more than 50 years, feat

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M. J. O’CONNOR’S
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Irish
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-482-2255
   
Next to Boston Park Plaza Hotel, 27 Columbus Ave., 617-482-2255. For hearty food in the heart of the city, head to this authentic Irish pub and restaurant. The warm and welcoming atmosphere is enhanced with eye-catching stained glass, creating a spectacular setting. B, L, D, C.

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MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Italian
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-542-3456
   
4 Columbus Ave., Park Plaza Bldg., 617-542-3456. Set in a vibrant dining atmosphere, Maggiano’s blends the tradition of family, friends and good times with authentic Italian cuisine. Offers old and new world Italian recipes, desserts and a full list of wines. Accommodations for small parties and large banquets are available. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri ’til 11 p.m.; L & D Sat 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun ’til 10 p.m. C.

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MANTRA
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: International
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-542-8111
   
52 Temple Place, 617-542-8111. This sleek, buzz-worthy eatery combines a stylish interior, complete with a 15-foot-high, woven-wood “Hookah Den.” The kitchen creates classical European and French fare with an innovative use of Indian spices in such dishes as pan roasted red snapper in a yogurt dressing and seared foie gras with a panacetta-filled wonton and a sweet mission fig. L, D, C.

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P.F. CHANG’S
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: Chinese
Entertainment: no
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees $12-18
Telephone : 617-573-0821
   
8 Park Plaza, 617-573-0821. Enjoy unforgettable Chinese cuisine, attentive service and delicious desserts all served in a stylish bistro setting. Featuring an award-winning wine list, P.F. Chang’s offers an extensive wine-by-the-glass program as well as original cocktails like the Lucky Cat Martini. L, D & LS. Reservations accepted. Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til midnight. www.pfchangs.com.

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PIGALLE
Location: Theatre District
Cuisine: French
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-423-4944
   
75 Charles St. South, 617-423-4944. This welcoming bistro in Park Square brings exquisite French cuisine to the Theatre District via the inventive culinary artistry and personally charming service of co-owners and husband-and-wife team Marc Orfaly and Kerri Foley. D, VP.

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