Cozy, comfortable bar and bistro keeps a mostly Back Bay crowd coming back with delicious drinks and hearty Italian cuisine.

In Short
Located a block north of bustling Newbury Street, this bistro's tiny but welcoming bar is a popular happy hour hangout with those that call the neighborhood home. The dining room gives guests the feel of an authentic Italian trattoria, due to its tight quarters and warm colors. Its outdoor patio offers a street-level view of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Two-sided menu showcases classic Italian fare such as zuppa di mussels and rigatoni with homemade ragu.

Social subterranean lounge and tapas bar provides a quiet stretch of the Back Bay with some Latin flavor.

In Short
With its trendy decor, Spanish-themed libations and authentic tapas, BarLola satisfies both social butterflies and serious-minded diners. The Lolita, the house signature cocktail, combines Stoli, Gran Torres (a Spanish orange-flavored cordial), mango juice and fizzy cava. After-work types split pitchers of fruity sangria while nibbling on Spanish omelettes and squid stuffed with crabmeat and shrimp.