July 4th is still a few days away but it’s never too early to think about how we’re going to celebrate the Independence Day holiday. Fortunately, many Boston bars and restaurants plan to serve up food and drink specials – with of course, plenty of BBQ! Below, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best deals in town. From Fourth of July themed cocktails to beer pairing dinners, there’s something for everyone this week.
Bistro du Midi
The Back Bay French restaurant will be serving up a special prix fixe menu with cocktail pairings to celebrate both Bastille Day and America’s Independence Day. For more information and to make reservations, call 617.426.7878.
Bostonia Public House
The recently opened Bostonia Public House, a popular spot for Financial District professionals, is serving up a special cocktail called Inaugural Mojito, in honor of Independence Day. The cocktail includes Mount Gay Eclipse Rum, Luxardo maraschino cherries, lime, fresh mint, topped with club soda.
Cask ‘n Flagon
This July 4th head to Fenway for Cask ‘n Flagon specials which include a Family Style BBQ for $67, baby back ribs for $19 and barbeque pork for $14.25. Call 617-536-4840 for more information and reservations.
Clink
This July 4th, Clink at the Liberty Hotel will be hosting a special cookout on their patio. The cookout will feature American lamb dishes including lamb kebabs, sausages and more. Tickets costs $30 and can be purchased online. Each ticket includes a beverage plus four lamb dishes. The cookout lasts from 5 to 9 p.m. this Friday, July 4.
dante
Restaurant dante will serve up a special Fourth of July five-course prix fixe menu – all paired with Mayflower Brewing Company beer. Dinner includes a cocktail hour with hors hors d’oeuvres followed by three seated courses with beer pairings. For more information and reservations, call 617-497-4200.
Estelle’s
If you’re in Boston’s South End, make your way to Estelle’s for two Fourth of July-worthy corn dogs for $10.95 and some “Red, White & Blue Shortcake” served with berries and whipped cream on buttermilk shortcake. Call 857-250-2999 for more information and reservations.
Haru
Back Bay’s Haru sushi restaurant is offering up a couple of special July 4th cocktails for $13 each. Guests have their choice of the Kitty Kat cocktail with sparkling wine St-Germain elderflower liqueur and a splash of pineapple juice or Berries & Bubbles cocktail with sparkling wine, Svedka raspberry vodka and strawberry purée.
Legal Harborside
This Fourth of July you can enjoy drinks with a view at Boston’s Legal Harborside. Themed cocktails include a Strawberry Sangria, White Sangria, Blueberry Collins, and a French 75 cocktail. In addition, all Legal Sea Foods restaurants and Legal Test Kitchen will be serving a Fresh Watermelon Crush cocktail for $10.
Pier 6
Head to Pier 6 in Charlestown for their July 4th celebration from noon to 1 a.m. The restaurant will be serving up seafood and Independence Day themed cocktails including the “Boston Tea Party” made with Brugal Extra Dry Rum, lemon juice, basil leaf, agave and unsweetened tea. For more information and reservations, call 617-337-0054.
Tryst
Tryst restaurant in Arlington is hosting a week-long Fourth of July celebration with their all-American BBQ menu. The menu will be available for takeout and dine-in all week long through July 8. For more information and reservations, call 781-641-2227.
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