The Boys (and Girls) Are Back in Town: Things To Do in Boston During College Move-In Weekend

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Things To Do in Boston During College Move-In Weekend

As August comes to a close it’s that time of the year when Beantown bulks up again. Students flock to the city from all over the world to attend one of the many colleges packed into this town. Between the packing and unpacking, navigating the city, and the thousands of other people out and about it’s hard to find any serenity during the insanity of college move-in weekend. But don’t let the weekend fly by without scheduling a little fun time and a good meal, because Boston has a lot of that to offer! Students can hit the books and dig into the microwave ramen noodles as soon as parents leave, but in the meantime take the time to enjoy a delicious dinner out or a fun activity without having to venture too far from the school you’re moving into. We’ve organized this list by school, and we’ve focused on six of the main ones.

Boston University

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Photo Credit: Boston Univertsity

Where to eat:

Eastern Standard

Neighborhood French brasserie atmosphere and fare with great wine and cocktails.

Taberna de Haro

Warm space serving Spanish wine and tapas that has one of the largest all-Spanish wine lists in the country.

Carlo’s Cucina Italiana

Cozy family-owned spot serving incredibly delicious Italian classics.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Allston Arts & Eats Tour

Walking food tasting and public art tour of Boston’s Allston neighborhood.

Coolidge Corner Theater

Independent cinema in Brookline that is known as one of New England’s most beloved cultural landmarks.

Visit the Esplanade

Stretch of nature and walkway with various parks along the Charles River that is a Boston Landmark.

Boston College

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Photo Credit: Boston Globe

Where to eat:

Legal Sea Foods

Extensive high-quality seafood menu served in a space with a retractable roof over the bar area and an exterior deck overlooking Hammond Pond.

Seasons 52

Seasonal American fare served at peak freshness and prepared with rustic cooking techniques.

Aquitaine

French bistro serving classic and newly inspired French cuisine.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Allston Arts & Eats Tour

Walking food tasting and public art tour of Boston’s Allston neighborhood

The Shops at Chestnut Hill

Lovely array of shops in a two-story enclosed space.

Chestnut Hill Reservoir

Beautiful and serene outdoor space to enjoy a walk or a picnic at.

Northeastern University

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Photo Credit: The Best Schools

Where to eat:

Toro

Popular South End spot serving traditional and modern Barcelona-style tapas and to-die-for paella.

Orinoco

Intimate Venezuelan eatery serving old family recipes and known for their incredible arepas.

SRV

Venetian fare including handmade pastas and small plates served in a casual-chic setting.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Sweet & Savory South End Tour

Walking food tasting and cultural tour in Boston’s South End Neighborhood, which is rich in history.

SoWa Open Market

Expansive open market featuring local artisans, farmers, food trucks, brewers, and musicians.

Museum of Fine Arts

Fifth largest museum in the United States and one of the most comprehensive art museums in the world.

Colleges of the Fenway

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Photo Credit: Wikipedia

Where to eat:

Sweet Cheeks Q

Beloved Texas-style barbecue spot that serves awesome brisket and biscuits in huge portions.

Tiger Mama

Southeast Asian-style street food served in a fun and tropical tiki setting.

Hojoko

Japanese Izakaya serving tavern-style food with fun cocktails and atmosphere.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Sweet & Savory South End Tour

Walking food tasting and cultural tour in Boston’s South End Neighborhood, which is rich in history.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Art museum packed with history and a great story that has an interior courtyard garden.

Jillian’s

Multi-floor entertainment center featuring a bowling ally, arcade, and bar that’s 21+ at night.

Emerson

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Photo Credit: Boston Magazine

Where to eat:

Fogo de Chão

Upscale Brazilian steak house that carves meat table side.

Shojo

Small, hip Asian gastropub in Boston’s Chinatown serving small sharable plates with murals covering the walls.

Beacon Hill Bistro

Neighborhood bistro in the Beacon Hill Hotel highlighting local New England foods.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Chinatown’s Culture & Cuisine Tour

Walking culinary and cultural adventure in Boston’s Chinatown.

Boston Common & Public Garden

The Central Park of Boston and America’s oldest park offering swan boat rides, ice skating in the winter, performances and expansive grassy areas.

Theater

Boston’s theater district is right by Emerson so catch one of the many shows being performed there.

Berklee College of Music

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Photo Credit: The New York Times

Where to eat:

Capital Grille

Upscale steak house chain serving fine wine and exceptional food in a sophisticated setting.

Met Back Bay

New American cooking with contemporary continental cuisine served in a historic 1877 brick townhouse.

City Table

Laid back, yet elegant setting in the famous Lenox Hotel in Back Bay serving casual American fare.

What to do:

Bites of Boston’s Sweet & Savory South End Tour

Walking food tasting and cultural tour in Boston’s South End Neighborhood, which is rich in history.

Eataly

Mario Batali’s Italian food mecca brought to Boston offering dining and shopping.

Newbury Street

Well-known street for shopping and dining with one end that pours out into Boston Common.

 

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