Beacon Street Tavern

Dark, cozy and plush, this bistro and lounge in Brookline definitely does its best to class up the Fenway neighborhood. Low candlelight and secluded, high backed modern design bomb booths and a chill lounge in back offer plenty of spots to get next to someone. Décor makes up in comfort and style what the overly ambitious menu lacks. Although dishes like the grilled swordfish with Himalayan red rice, shaved Brussels sprouts and lemon thyme beurre give you an idea of what they’re shooting for anyway. Good music (dub to twee), cute staff and a 2 am closing time on weekends trump food every time anyway.