This old-world steakhouse, located in the Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston Hotel (see), is steeped in Edwardian charm, with a restored carved-plaster ceiling, baroque woodwork, and garnet-red draperies. Drawing a boisterous crowd of twenty- and thirtysomethings and more sophisticated, mature audiences alike, The Oak Room’s mass appeal is attributed to its stunning slabs of grilled fish and beef tenderloin, and classics like chateaubriand (for two), oysters Rockefeller, and clams casino.

The Oak Room Information:

• American menu. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sun brunch. Bar. Children's menu. Business casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking.