209 Bistro & Bar

It was open and serving lunch on a hot August weekday afternoon. The waiter, from South Carolina, was really nice and helpful, especially for my sister, who has numerous food, uh, intolerances. They even made a dish not on the menu, just for her. The atmosphere was terrific, and my streetside table provided a great view of the bois headed up and down the stairs to the gym in the basement. Even the dance music was fun. Coming from San Diego, I had no idea where to go, and I was glad this was the first, and only, place I found in Boston. If you only have time to hit one gay place in Boston, go here.

The food was just plain bad. Not that I haven't had worse, but there are so many better options in Boston, eat somewhere else first, then come here for a drink. Our waiter was hot, the clientele cool, and the decor is neat, but I'd skip the food.