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    Outdoor Dining in Boston: Patios & Rooftop Bars

    145 listed outdoor dining spots

    Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Boston

    We currently track 145 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Boston, kept up to date by the community. None of them are in the sun right now — check the sun hours below.

    Local favourites

    The local mix stands out for 13 gardens, 13 beer gardens, 6 waterside spots and 3 rooftop bars. Use the filters to find the kind of sunny spot you want.

    City snapshot

    • 3

      rooftop bars

    • 6

      waterside spots

    • 13

      gardens

    • 1

      Shade

    Sunset is at 17:44 and golden hour starts at 17:05.

    Too hot? 1 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.

    Find outdoor dining in Boston, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.

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    Outdoor dining and group drinks in Boston

    Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in Boston.

    • Sun forecasts, with limits made clear

      Compare estimated sun hours for 145 listed spots in Boston. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.

    • Ratings where available

      Check available Google and Sun Map guest ratings alongside venue details. Missing ratings do not imply a place has been reviewed.

    • Live reports from locals

      Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.

    • 3 rooftops, filtered your way

      Browse available rooftop, waterfront and shade categories. Details depend on the tags and sun hours recorded for each venue.

    • Free, and no account required

      Search, sun hours, hours of operation and directions are free. Sign up only if you want favorites, check-ins and friend activity.

    • Choose a happy hour meeting spot together

      Pick a few venues and share a free after-work poll by message, email or any chat. Friends vote without an account or app. Check drink offers, opening hours and reservations directly with the venue; the poll does not book a table.

    Top 10 sunny terraces in Boston

    The ten best sun spots in Boston right now, ranked from 145 mapped terraces.

    1. Battery Wharf Grille – sunny terrace in Boston

      Battery Wharf Grille

      Battery Wharf 3

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    2. Cask 'n Flagon – sunny terrace in Boston

      Cask 'n Flagon

      Brookline Avenue 62

      Waterfront

      6

      Sun score

    3. Terra – sunny terrace in Boston

      Terra

      Boylston Street 800

      Rooftop bar

      6

      Sun score

    4. Chart House – sunny terrace in Boston

      Chart House

      Long Wharf 58;60

      Rooftop bar
      Shade

      4

      Sun score

    5. Dockside Beer Garden at Central Wharf – sunny terrace in Boston

      Dockside Beer Garden at Central Wharf

      Boston

      Waterfront
      Garden

      4

      Sun score

    6. Lookout Rooftop & Bar – sunny terrace in Boston

      Lookout Rooftop & Bar

      Sleeper Street 70

      Rooftop bar

      4

      Sun score

    7. Meritage and Rowes Wharf Sea Grille – sunny terrace in Boston

      Meritage and Rowes Wharf Sea Grille

      Boston

      Waterfront

      4

      Sun score

    8. Tea By The Sea – sunny terrace in Boston

      Tea By The Sea

      Boston

      Waterfront

      4

      Sun score

    9. The Landing at Long Wharf – sunny terrace in Boston

      The Landing at Long Wharf

      Long Wharf 1

      Waterfront

      4

      Sun score

    10. 75 Chestnut – sunny terrace in Boston

      75 Chestnut

      Chestnut Street 75

      2

      Sun score

    The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

    Best chance of evening sun today

    No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 17:44.

    1. Lookout Rooftop & Bar – sunny terrace in Boston

      Lookout Rooftop & Bar

      Sleeper Street 70

      33%

      chance

    2. Terra – sunny terrace in Boston

      Terra

      Boylston Street 800

      33%

      chance

    3. Battery Wharf Grille – sunny terrace in Boston

      Battery Wharf Grille

      Battery Wharf 3

      26%

      chance

    4. Boston Seasons – sunny terrace in Boston

      Boston Seasons

      City Hall Square 1

      26%

      chance

    5. Cask 'n Flagon – sunny terrace in Boston

      Cask 'n Flagon

      Brookline Avenue 62

      26%

      chance

    6. Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co. – sunny terrace in Boston

      Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co.

      Lansdowne Street 3

      26%

      chance

    7. Cisco Brewers Seaport Beer Garden – sunny terrace in Boston

      Cisco Brewers Seaport Beer Garden

      Northern Avenue 85

      26%

      chance

    8. Dockside Beer Garden at Central Wharf – sunny terrace in Boston

      Dockside Beer Garden at Central Wharf

      Boston

      26%

      chance

    Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

    The sun in Boston this week (week 44)

    Here is the sun outlook for Boston, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 145 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

    The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 17:47 after 10h 37min of daylight.

    Days get 16 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 16:39.

    Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Boston and pick a spot with sun until 17:47.

    DaySunsetDaylight
    Monday 26 Oct
    Best evening
    		17:4710h 37min
    Tuesday 27 Oct17:4610h 34min
    Wednesday 28 Oct17:4410h 31min
    Thursday 29 Oct17:4310h 29min
    Friday 30 Oct17:4210h 26min
    Saturday 31 Oct17:4010h 24min
    Sunday 1 Nov16:3910h 21min

    The sun in Boston today

    Sunrise

    07:13

    Sun highest

    12:29

    Sunset

    17:44

    Golden hour

    17:05

    Daylight

    10h 31min

    Explore by type

    Pick what you're after in Boston – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.

    145 spots

    Sunset in Boston month by month

    How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Boston across the year.

    MonthSunsetDaylight
    January16:379h 25min
    February17:1710h 35min
    March18:5111h 54min
    April19:2613h 22min
    May19:5914h 35min
    June20:2415h 16min
    July20:2014h 59min
    August19:4713h 55min
    September18:5612h 31min
    October18:0411h 6min
    November16:249h 48min
    December16:139h 6min

    Updated automatically

    Guide: sun and terraces in Boston

    Sun Map maps 145 outdoor spots in Boston, including 3 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

    Good to know

    • Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Boston keep it longest.
    • Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
    • Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

    What's on in Boston

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    FAQ – Boston

    Which Boston patios have sun right now?
    Browse 145 listed outdoor dining spots in Boston and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
    What are the best rooftop bars in Boston?
    Browse the rooftop category for Boston where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
    Is Sun Map free?
    Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
    Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?
    Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
    Can I find late outdoor dining in Boston?
    Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for Boston venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
    How can we choose a happy hour spot in Boston?
    Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
    I own a restaurant in Boston — how do I get listed?
    Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.

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