Sonsie Restaurant

Billed as the oldest restaurant on Newbury Street, Sonsie has been a Back Bay fixture since 1993 and remains a place to see and be seen. It serves contemporary American food with an international bent, mixing European and Asian influences, alongside handcrafted cocktails and a substantial wine list. Outdoor dining is a big part of the draw: each spring the French doors open onto Newbury Street and the sidewalk cafe fills with diners.

The restaurant is open every day, with brunch, lunch, dinner and late-night hours, which makes it useful for everything from a quick bite at the bar to a long celebratory evening. Its private Wine Room, lined with the restaurant’s curated collection, hosts rehearsal dinners, celebrations and private tastings. The wood-fired oven has anchored the kitchen since 1993 and still produces the pizzas and daily specials that built Sonsie’s following over more than three decades.

What to Know

• Sonsie is listed in the Meet Boston partner directory as a special event venue.
• The Wine Room seats up to 36 guests or holds a 40-person reception.
• Sidewalk tables fill up fast during weekend brunch.
• Coffee drinks are available to go.