Loudest Restaurants in Boston: Where the Action Is

The burning question is: "Do you want to visit the loudest restaurants in Boston, or do you want to avoid them?"

It is a matter of individual taste. Some like it loud; it makes them feel as though they are a part of the fun and life in general. Other people prefer a peaceful and quiet atmosphere where they can have intimate conversations.

The following list of some of the loudest restaurants in Boston will help you decide whether you are coming or going.

Jasper White's Summer Shack , 149 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Boston, MA 617/520-9500

The "Shack" is large and seats about 350 people. It is a party shack for sports, kids, corporate parties, you name it. By its own website's volition "this shack is like a big party every night"." All of this would certainly account for it being one of the loudest restaurants in Boston. Frommers says, "When it's full, this is one of the loudest restaurants in the Boston area. Arrive early, ask to sit on the second level (just a few steps up, but much quieter), and you might be able to have a conversation." So, if it is peace and quiet you seek, the "Shack" may not be the place for you. However, if you are up for a good party, you now know where to go

Barking Crab, 88 Sleeper St, Boston, MA 02210, Phone: (617) 426-2722

According to a Citysearch Editorial Review, one gets the impression that the crabs all but bark at the barking crab. The review states, "It's loud, raucous and everyone has to shout to be heard. The indoor dining room is only slightly quieter and just as casual. Live bands entertain crowds almost daily." Although it may fall into the category of one of the loudest restaurants in Boston, Barking Crab has been serving fresh seafood to its customers for 14 years now. It began as an outdoor summer restaurant and expanded indoors to a full year-round establishment. I guess the decision here lies in whether or not you will be able to hear your crabs crack in one of the loudest restaurants in Boston.

Dolce Vita, 221 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113-2309

Franco Graceffa may own one of the loudest restaurants in Boston but he makes his customers an offer they can't refuse, "Come on in! If you don't like my food, you don't have to pay for it!" What kind of food deserves such a backing? Dolce Vita, in Boston's North End, serves an extensive variety of Italian dishes along with an impressive array of wine specialties. Several Circos reviewers claim Dolce Vita is too loud. Could all of that good food and drink contribute to the noise of the crowd? Some authors, politicians, and media folk seem to think so.

Now that you have an idea of what makes some establishments the loudest restaurant in Boston, if you like to be where the action is, grab your earplugs and go out and eat.

Sources:

Frommer's

Jasper's White Summer Shack

Barking Crab

Citysearch, Barking Crab

Dolce Vita

Circos, Dolce Vita