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debsta922 · 02-25-2006, 02:23 PM

Amy, you can take the T from Fenway to Quincy Market (Fanuel Hall)... you just get off at Govt. Center and walk across the street. It's very easy and just a few stops.

Philly · 02-25-2006, 04:46 PM

its not that far at all. Like Deb said its only a few T stops away, or if its a nice day, its not that bad of a walk right down Beacon St

iamgrumpy · 02-25-2006, 05:47 PM

Thanks all Trying to get a hold on where places are that way I don't get lost.

**DyanKJ130** · 02-25-2006, 10:03 PM

Amy!! I am so glad you posted this!! I said I would ask my dad for dining suggestions & then didn't post what he e-mailed me! (I guess my getting sick fried a few brain cells!!)

Anyway, I know others posted about taking the T from Quincy Market to Fenway. Government Center (Green Line) is usually the station we use, but there are A LOT of steps. (going down when heading to Quincy Markey...going up when heading to the station) I can see where this could pose a problem, if there are mobility issues - just something to keep in mind if stairs are a problem for anyone. Ride time from Government Center is approximately 20 minutes.

Another option would be to take the Orange Line (not sure which station is best) to Ruggles & then take the free shuttle from Ruggles to Fenway. I'm thinking the train ride time would be about the same, however, when we have used the shuttle, we sometimes encounter some unwanted traffic - walking from Ruggles probably would have been shorter. (The Red Sox contracted a different bus company last year - service was always great until last year - We're hoping they will change back to the previous provider this year)

Here is a link to the mbta subway schedule/lines.
http://www.mbta.com/traveling_t/schedules_subway.asp

Now, as for dining options....here is what my dad wrote,

"You can't go wrong with the North End. The Green Line goes close enough for a short walk. You can get off at Government Center, walk down the steps to Quincy Market and then follow the red line (Dyan's note: he means The Freedom Trail red line that is painted on the sidewalk) to the North End.

Quincy Market isn't bad either. Lots of variety. And Durgin Park is right there,too. The Oyster Bar, a block away,is the oldest restaurant in American, has great seafood and can accommodate a group your size. It is surprisingly big inside. There is also a Cuban restaurant right across the street from Quincy Market. I think it is called "The Big Fish". Great seafood with a Caribbean touch.

I like La Familia on Salem Street in the North End. And you can walk around the corner to Mikes on Hanover Street. Yummy."

He is right about La Familia....it is delicious....DH, DS & I ate there after the Rolling Rally last October. I've eaten there many times & have never been disappointed. I wonder about the size of the place, but my dad seems to feel it is big enough. And the canoli at Mike's is out of this world!

I also thought of Jillian's, which is the bar they always show during playoff games. It has always been so crazy that we've never ventured in.....there is usually a line out the door before a game. Don't know how it is hours prior to a game or if we can make reservations.

Hope this helps!

BostonTeaParty · 02-25-2006, 10:13 PM

The orange line would let you off at Haymarket. Which might even be a shorter walk to the North End. It's also just around the corner from Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market and a slew of restaurants, including the Union Oyster House. You really can't go wrong with the North End though, that would be my vote. Faneuil Hall is fun too. Either way.

iamgrumpy · 02-25-2006, 11:38 PM

My mom and I are up for most anything as long as someone can maybe meet us and help us find the place [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/rofl2.gif[/img] I'm not allowed to navigate to anywhere anymore after the Philly Meet!

debsta922 · 02-26-2006, 02:14 PM

mmmm La Famiglia is one of my favorite North End restaurants... can't beat Durgin Park either for the atmosphere. Don't worry Amy... when we decide on a place and time, we'll help you get there!

iamgrumpy · 02-26-2006, 02:33 PM

Since there seems to be a good vote in confidence for La Familia how about we go there? And thanks Deb [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img] I need all the help I can get!

debsta922 · 02-28-2006, 08:08 AM

Here is the web address to La Famiglia, www.Lafamigliagiorgio.com
I think they have a room upstairs that could probably fit a larger party

iamgrumpy · 02-28-2006, 03:12 PM

That place looks awesome!

I think that would be a great choice!

**DyanKJ130** · 02-28-2006, 04:16 PM

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Great idea! I've eaten in the room upstairs - my father even reminded me when I questioned whether La Famiglia would accommodate a group. I want to say it was a little more private, but we're going back 10 years - I've only eaten downstairs since then. I bet they would honor a request for the room.

**DyanKJ130** · 02-28-2006, 04:21 PM

Oh yeah....and if anyone has any room for dessert after lunch.....this place is right around the corner.....

http://www.mikespastry.com/

YUM!! Cannoli to die for!