Boston Beer Works is the oldest brewery/restaurant combo in Boston. They have 3 locations, this one across from Fenway is bustling during baseball season and throughout the year. The beers on tap change weekly. Usually there are several seasonal offerings to go along with a stable of beers, ranging from light to dark. There are alternatives for those not inclined towards the hop-laden brews too. The food is excellent - basic American bar food done right. And what's better than tucking into a burger and a beer? Chowing down right next to the tanks where that beer was made.

Upscale casual dining using seasonally inspired foods. There is a large bar area (perfect for before a Sox game), the indoor dining room and some outdoor space as well (facing Boylston Street). You can do a take out order too. Located in the heart of the Fenway and the Longwood Medical Area, it's the perfect location for power lunching, socializing after work in their modern-upscale lounge area, dining the night away on Executive Chef Denise Baron’s upscale and eclectic America fare or simply having cocktails with friends. The 280-seat restaurant also boasts a seasonal outdoor patio and there's always plenty of on street parking, as well as, affordable garage parking. The wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

Menu Ok, the name is a little weird. The original Cambridge, 1 is in the old Cambridge Fire Station #1 in Harvard Square. After Trilogy opened they started a second location here in the Fenway, but kept the name and the same menu. Known for thin-crust pizzas, there is a big seating area and also a good sized bar. When you walk in, you smell that wood smoke - ahh!

Opening up in January 2008, the 3,000-square-foot space occupies the ground level of graduate housing at 580 Commonwealth Ave. just outside of Kenmore Square. The restaurant has 90 seats, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant serves beer and wine.

Sorento's offers gourmet Italian food for lunch or dinner. You can order online. UPDATE: A four-alarm fire that destroyed Thorntons Fenway Grill, Umi Fenway, Rod Dee, Greek Isle, El Pelon Taqueria and Thornton's Fenway Grille on Peterborough Street at 1 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

The lone Japanese entry on Fenway's "Restaurant Row" (Peterborough St.), Umi caters to locals and penny-pinching students with fresh, affordable Japanese cuisine. With its authentic decorations, comfortable seating and inviting colors, the charming dining area make guests feel welcome. An impressive selection of sushi and maki will please even the most finicky diner in terms of both texture and taste. A generous selection of teriyaki and noodle dishes is available for the non-sushi lover or vegetarian. UPDATE: A four-alarm fire destroyed Thorntons Fenway Grill, Rod Dee, Greek Isle, El Pelon Taqueria and Thornton's Fenway Grille on Peterborough Street at 1 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

Fresh ingredients and one of the best Mexican joints in town! After a fire kept them closed down for a very long time, they're back in business. Stop by El Pelon for one of their famous burritos, such as the El Guapo, fish tacos or caramelos tacos. Wash it all down with their freshly-made horchata or agua de jamaica drinks. El Pelon is an affordable, neighborhood favorite for $5 meals. Tip: Keep an eye on the Sox schedule. When there's a game, parking will be impossible to come by, and lines may be long. And remember, you can bring your burritos into the park (just no drinks). UPDATE: A four-alarm fire destroyed Thorntons Fenway Grill, Umi Fenway, Rod Dee, Greek Isle, El Pelon Taqueria and Thornton's Fenway Grille on Peterborough Street at 1 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

Local neighborhood restaurant, Rod-Dee serves up thai cuisine in their cozy dining room. Rod-Dee Thai has been featured in the Boston Phoenix and in Thai newspapers like "Thaitown", both praising their Thai food as authentic and tasty. Though it's not any more expensive than other restaurants on Peterborough Street, the portions are significantly larger. Although they don't accept credit cards, there is an ATM inside. They also do deliveries to those that live in the Fenway area. They have another location in Brookline, find it here. UPDATE: A four-alarm fire destroyed Thorntons Fenway Grill, Umi Fenway, Greek Isle, El Pelon Taqueria and Thornton's Fenway Grille on Peterborough Street at 1 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

Ken Oringer-led taqueria and bar fills the Lansdowne St. space previously held by the Tiki Room. 2008 Food & Wine Go List. This Fenway mexican joint is located incredibly close to the park and gets quite busy before games. However, it is not busy post game start and is open for lunch and dinner with reasonable prices.

Eastern Standard serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It caters to hotel guests, locals and Red Sox fans. A popular place to dine before a Red Sox game, Eastern Standard is a popular destination post game as well. Whether you are there for a delicious brasserie experience or saddling up to the bar to enjoy the extensive cocktail list, Eastern Standard does not disappoint. Voted Best of Boston for Group dining as well. Fair warning: can be loud at the bar after the Sox get out! A real French brasserie is kind of like the equivalent of an American steak house/comfort food joint: croque monsieurs, onion soup, a huge plate of oysters, crabs legs, and other seafood tasties, wash it down with a flute of champagne or a nice glass of belgian ale. It's high minded, delicious, slightly decadent without feeling like you've gorged on a side of creamed spinach.