Tucked away on a beautiful Beacon Hill sidestreet, Lala Rokh offers an inspiring cultural tour of Persian cuisine and tranquil intimacy. The series of small dining spaces make the dining experience wonderfully private as the knowledgeable, unobtrusive waitstaff present plates of curries, meats, and vegetables seasoned with specially-imported spices. Arouse the taste buds with the Kashk-E Bademjan (roast eggplant with goat's milk; $7) before preceding on to the demure but filling Abgusht (lamb shank; $18) or Morgh (saffron dark chicken; $15). You still won't want to leave enchanting LaLa Rokh, so savor the gentle desserts like the baklava ($6) and creme caramel ($7) as you linger for hours. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Since 1937, The Paramount restaurant has been a long-standing Boston favorite, evoking the history and character of Beacon Hill. It's easily accessible and centrally located on historic Charles Street. Nestled between the boutique storefronts and quaint cafes, The Paramount provides the perfect atmosphere for just about any occasion. Whether it's a casual dinner, a first date, or a special anniversary, you'll certainly find something in this cozy restaurant that will cater to your dining desires. During the day this place functions to the beat of its own drum as diners stand in line and order, pay at the counter, and then take their seat to enjoy one of Boston's best brunches. At night, the Paramount become much more quiet and relaxed, while retaining all of its neighborhood charm. This is a local favorite and keeps Bostonians coming back for the friendly service and great food! Be sure to say hi to friendly Carlos, the long-time owner, and he might even give you a drink on the house!

The BHP is an institution. Named "Boston's best dive bar" several years in a row, this is a must go to hole in the wall. During the day, the bar boasts an eclectic group of city folk that love to drink and hang out in a dark and musty bar. But at night, you will find the BHP crowded with recent college grads to mid-late 20 somethings looking for cheap drinks (they are here to be found) and a good time. Most crowded on the weekends post 10:30, the BHP, although dirty and crowded, gets into you and leave you coming back for more! Beers: $2-4 and mixed drinks $3-$5. CASH ONLY! Yes, they use plastic pints and cups, the floor can be sticky, and the bathrooms are highly questionable (Guys, there isn't a stall so hold your number two if you gotta go) but its one of the best dive bars in Boston and if you're looking for the snobby "Seen and Be Seen" place, the BHP isn't it. Its a true Boston bar with one goal in mind: gettin' drunk and having a story to tell later on.

Fun, flirty and young boutique outfitted with a great attitude and refreshing prices. Effusive staff offers great advice and quality customer service. The owners are so helpful without being pushy, you'll feel like you're shopping with your best friends. The layout creates space that is easy to move around in and displays all their merchandise clearly. A Beacon Hill gem! Prices range from $30 for some purses and accessories, to $200 plus for some cocktail attire. Brands range from Alice and Olivia to Miss Me Couture. Crush offers a variety of services including personal shopping and private shopping parties and appointments. Additionally, Crush owners have begun making house calls! Laura and Rebecca will come "clean out your closet" and re-vamps some styles you just can't figure out how to wear. VALENTINE's DAY SPECIAL: Girls night out! Come celebrate Valentine's Day with the girls at Crush Boutique! Enjoy wine, bites, blow-outs, polish changes and make-up applications compliments of Crush Boutique and G2O Spa and Salon! You'll leave looking your best for your special Valentine or if you don't have one you'll be looking hot and sure to snag your hunky crush! Thursday February 12th from 5-9pm Click Here For More Details March 30th, 2009: Crush Boutique has recently launched an on-line store for their merchandise on their website.

75 Chestnut went through a major renovation this past year. Long gone is the stuffy restaurant that you would go to with your grandparents. 75 Chestnut now has switched the entire restaurant to be a more open and upscale neighborhood tavern. A great place to go for just a drink, or one of the best burgers in town. This place is the baby of Tom Kershaw, owner of Cheers and the Hampshire House. Halloween fun: Friday October 31, 2008 Beginning at 5 pm and ending at last call, 75 Chestnut will be serving ghoulish drinks, and having a costume party for all of their patrons to attend.

Housed in the old site of Torch, Bin 26 is a new Italian wine bar and tapas joint in Beacon Hill. This newish addition (opened in Fall of 2006) presents their customers with a new twist on fun and casual dining. This local favorite vows to use the freshest and most local ingredients in order to support local farmers, butchers, and sailors. With a wine list of hundreds and extensive list for just by the glass, the variety is extensive from sparkling to deep and earthy reds. However, it is important to note that the restaurant license mandates that all guests order some food, even if it's only a wedge of cheese or slices of charcuterie, in order to consume alcohol. The proprietors, Azita Bina-Seibel and Babak Bina, also own Lala Rokh, Bina Alimentari, and Bina Osteria around town. The arrival of Bin 26 has heralded great press for the brother and sister restaurateurs. Everyone from Rachel Ray to Food and Wine has swung into this Charles Street hotspot to enjoy a glass of wine and the scene.

Located a hop, skip and a jump from the original Cheers, The Sevens is a place where everybody really knows your name, at least when you wear your old monogrammed high school letter jacket. Cultivating neighborhood pub atmosphere, proprietor John Kiley has crafted a bar where Frasier would feel at home and Niles would nervously wipe his brow. The crowd, mostly Beacon Hill locals loyal to their “town pub”, enjoy good company and chummy conversation (read: if you're looking for that crazy bar scene, head elsewhere). Tasty and inexpensive pub grub, highlighted by knockwurst steamed in beer ($5), French dip sandwiches ($6), and The Kiley (turkey, roast beef, and pastrami dripping with Russian dressing, $6.50), is served until 11pm. Though its name comes from its street address, The Sevens is also well known for its 7 beers on tap (mug $3.25-3.50, pint $4-4.25, pitcher $10-10.50). Entrees $5-6.50. Cash and credit cards now accepted! This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Not that there's much competition, but this Beacon Hill institution is considered by most to be the neighborhood's top bar. The Sevens is still there! It's the kind of place you don't forget, because in a "concept" restaurant world where bars tend to feel like airport terminals (all alike, that is), the Sevens has a distinct personality. Tip: Meters along Charles Street are notoriously hard to find. Consider taking the T (Red Line--Charles/MGH).

Step inside this dark bar nestled up to the state house and you will find yourself in a quinessential tavern. Aptly named the 21st Amendment, this State House adjacent bar attracts local politicians in need of a cold drink after a long day vetoing bills, as well as local Beacon Hill yuppies looking to let off a little steam after working for the man all week long. Friend and foe alike, they all congregate at the 21st. Stocked with great bar food, this place can really pack them in Thursday- Saturday nights.

Teke Nails is a small, but busy nail salon offering manicures & pedicures as well as hair removal services for affordable prices. When you walk in, the aestheticians will ask you to "pick a color" from their wide variety of nail polishes. Teke's most popular service is their mani/pedi combo for $33. It's actually cheaper to do the mani/pedi combo than just one or the other. Appointments are available and walk ins are welcome.

Harvard Gardens is many things. For one, it is a local Beacon Hill haunt. During the day, a place where nearby MGH folk enjoy lunch. On the weekends, there is a brunch crowd. Dinner is served here featuring upscale comfort food and American favorites such a delectable pastas and delicate salads. However, the real Harvard Gardens is mostly known for it's great bar scene appreciated mostly by Beacon Hillers. Crammed into the long and narrow bar you will find a plethora of preppily clad 20 and 30 somethings looking for fun and someone fun. The bar is crowded, but the drinks are not that expensive. There is something here for everyone, just remember that unless you get there really early thursday - saturday- it is standing room only! Homemade desserts like a Guinness float or a sinful "chocolate lovers" platter for two are worth a visit alone. With its location across t he street from MGH, the bar enjoys one of the highest ratios of doctors and nurses of any establishment in the city.