This upscale, chic bar attached to the The Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Their drink, wine list and bar is expensive. A bottle of Duval Leroy goes for $75 and a Martini around $13. Definitely not a hipster hangout for youngsters but a hot spot for professionals looking for a luxurious evening out.

The Vox is the perfect place to see and be seen. Although quite the meat market, if you are in the mood to schmooze it up and look your best on a Saturday night, it is a fun place as an outing with friends. Serving 27 of the most creative martinis around in a hip but unpretentious milieu, this swanky bar is Boylston Street's “It” spot. A mostly twenty- and thirty-something crowd fills the bar on weekend nights to down $9 martinis. It kind of has that 'beautiful people' vibe going on... which can be oh so good, and can also be a complete nightmare. There are some creepy types who frequent the place hoping to pick up the aforementioned beautiful people, but thankfully they are amusing to watch. Granted, the drinks are expensive, but with such tempting varieties as the Tiramisu Martini and White Crantini (a clear martini made for men who “don't want to be seen with a pink drink”), who can resist? 8 types of scotch ($8-14), 12 bottled beers and 6 on tap, traditional cocktails ($6-9), and wine by the glass ($7.50-10.50) provide ample variety for those morally opposed to martinis. Thanks to Vox Pop's massive space there's always a quiet corner to retreat to, even on busy weekend nights. No cover.

Above the ever famous Daisy Buchanans, Ciao Bella serves up tasty italian fare like the best. Known for a good cup of capacinno, and equally known for their dark, upscale atmostphere. The prices are moderate. Want a updated version of a classic? Try the mac n' cheese. It's not of the blue box variety. Patio in the summer, and always busy.

In the midst of Newbury Street's pretension lies a gem of a bar, home to cheap beer ($3-5), shots ($6-7), and cocktails ($6.50), as well as a rowdy, notably un-Newbury St. crowd. Named after the golden girl of The Great Gatsby, Daisy's has managed not only to stand the test of time but also to stay on top. Also known as the Dirty Flower, this cozy, wood-paneled space gets packed almost every night of the week with a mixed college and twenty-something crowd, all on the prowl. Sa nights are jammed, so come on time; expect lines on weekends in the summer and fall. Even Boston's pro athletes stop by from time to time. There's also a kitchen (sandwiches $6-9) with some well priced specials ($5). No cover. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Like a final club for grown-ups, this smoky venue attracts Wall Street types and Polo boys who convene among leather couches and potted palms to relish the simple pleasure of a good smoke. The walk-in humidor houses 300+ varieties of stogies ($6-50). Enjoy a solid selection of wine, beer, port, and sherry from the hardwood bar, brought to you by the necessarily waifish blonde, while backgammon, chess, or sports play on the telly. For a paltry $1200/yr, you too can have your own locker with brass plaque in the humidor. Reservations recommended. Also available for private parties.

This restaurant is located at the 52nd floor of the Prudential Center. It is one of Boston's finest dining destinations, the award-winning Top of the Hub features outstanding cuisine, impeccable service, and a sophisticated ambiance. Soaring 52 floors above the Back Bay, the restaurant and adjoining Skywalk Observatory offer guests a spectacular view of the Boston skyline from every table.
Top of the Hub's creative menus reflect a balance of New England dishes blended with contemporary cuisine influenced by the cooking styles of Asia and California. Selections strongly emphasize the freshest New England fish and shellfish available, including Boston lobsters, New England clam chowder, along with the highest quality beef, veal, lamb, chicken, and game that make up the changing, seasonal menus.

On the corner of Boylston and Gloucester Whiskey's is the all-American sports bar. The bartenders are all tall, thin, and scantily dresssed in short shorts and tight tops. The menu features your typical bar food, along with 25 cent wings on the weekdays. The bar is full both weekday and weekends with post-college kids. The TVs feature music videos and when applicable- sports games. Enjoy 10-cent wings at the bar, Sundays through Thursdays from 4pm to 11pm. Yep, 10 wings for $1. Selected appetizers cost $2.50 on weekdays from 4pm to 6pm. Ladies enjoy free appetizers on Sunday nights from 7pm to 11pm.

City Bar is a posh, small, hotel bar inside the Lenox Hotel. Barely lit, the bar is a go-to for seductive dates and expensive drinks to impress and set the tone. There are tables and lounge style sofas, but the coveted seats are at the bar. Reminds me a little bit of a library, maybe it's the dark wood, assortment of couches and armchairs. City-Bar is a dependable date spot for those who enjoy seeing and being seen while dropping serious bucks on serious drinks. City Bar is a single, square room. Everyone sees you, you see them. Nice label clothes on average looking people. When crowded, the small room radiates a carnal vibe.

Saint, located in the Back Bay, is a restaurant, nightclub, and lounge. Specializing in international cuisine and fusion vodka, Saint occupies the space of the old Budapest Cafe. Trendy and dressy, this lounge, nightclub, and bar has a little bit of everything. Make sure to come dressed appropriately, or the suit clad doormen will not allow you past the velvet rope.