The 2nd Flour to open in Boston after the flagship store on Washington in the South End has been earning rave reviews for years. This location has the same menu, some different specials, and more space to enjoy the decadent pastries!

Chic but casual crowd. The boutique in front sets the tone for a very upscale, but relaxed place. Offering cute and trendy jeans, shoes, and fun frocks during the day, and a lounge with tasty small plates, Wii, and guitar hero in the back. The execution of the idea is a little off since the TV's are high up near the ceiling, and you have to constantly look upwards to play the Wii, but it really is an awesome touch that gives the place a soft touch. Clothes and cocktails? What more could you ask for? Overall, this is just the type of place that Boston needs...and what better place for such a creative concept than Fort Point Channel. The restaurant serves a playful, whimsical side in its menu crafted by chef Michael Leviton, who gets his highbrow on at Lumiere. SOme of his noteworthy concoctions include pretzel dogs with a touch of fanciful panache and lobster with handmade gnocchi.

Opened in 1963 with only a few key recipes and a ton of fresh seafood, Anthony Athanas had a dream to be one of the best seafood restaurants in all of Boston. And succeed he did. From creamy chowder and lobster bisque, to any seafood you could imagine, to prime rib and porterhouse, Pier 4 has it and delivers it in an old world style. Prices range from $8-$14 for app's to entrees in the $30's. Although Anthony is no longer with us, his sons still run the business today, and keep that Athanas charm working year round at this Seaport District favorite.

I stopped in to this Fort Point Channel hotspot on a recent Friday night, and it was packed full with a young, hip, lively crowd. Definitely the place to go if you want to ogle the beautiful people with your friends, drink and flirt while noshing upscale pub food. Artists and office workers alike frequent this place for the funky atmosphere and mini-hamburgers. There is no sign on the building, so you feel as though you're discovering a hidden gem, until you step inside and see how popular the place is. Look for the glowing red windows along the bottom of the building. Sunday brunch features live music. Dress code: No hats, sneakers or athletic wear. Tip: Public transportation to Fort Point Channel is scant. Parking is easy--try the All-Bright garage a half block away on Congress Street.