What to order at Nine

Must order
The uni spaghetti, the only dish Simonich carried over from No. 9 Park.
Signature dishes
Steak tartare, Uni spaghetti
Editor tip
The Gin Palace bar pours 80 gins from around the world; sit there for the easier walk-in seat.
CuisineModern European
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodBeacon Hill
HoursTue-Sat 17:00-21:00, closed Sun-Mon
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Address: 9 Park Street, Boston, MA 02108

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