What to order at The Gin Palace at Nine

Signature drink
Gin and Tonic with global gins
Editor tip
Walk-in bar at the front; reservations for the dining room. Order the Gin and Tonic flight to compare three gins.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeCocktail bar
Price$$$
Neighborhoodbeacon-hill
HoursTue-Sat 17:00-21:00, closed Sun-Mon
Signature drinkGin and Tonic with global gins
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Food program: Steak tartare and bar bites

Tip: Walk-in bar at the front; reservations for the dining room. Order the Gin and Tonic flight to compare three gins.

Location

Address: 9 Park Street, Boston, MA 02108

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