5 Restaurants Offering Igloo Seating
Updated for 2025
Craving a unique dining experience this winter? These 5 Boston restaurants offer igloo seating for a cozy, chill meal. From harbor views to local haunts, enjoy a cool dining setup in 2025. Bundle up, book your spot, and savor the season in style!
1. Alibi Bar & Lounge
What’s cooler than chilling in a private igloo with your crew, sipping cocktails as snowflakes dance outside? Nothing, that’s what. Nestled at 215 Charles Street in Boston’s Beacon Hill, Alibi Bar & Lounge transforms winter dining into a glorious escape. Their heated igloos create a cozy “home away from home” vibe, perfect for unwinding with friends. Sip on creative cocktails like the “Jailbreak Mule” and nosh on shareable plates while soaking in the lively atmosphere. Your alibi for not booking this? We’re waiting.
Location: 215 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114
Hours: Sunday–Friday: 5 p.m.–9 p.m.; Saturday: 4 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Pro Tip: Reserve early—igloos are in high demand! Check their site for minimum spend details.
2. Lookout Rooftop
If jaw-dropping views are your thing, Lookout Rooftop at The Envoy Hotel is your winter dining destination. Perched above the Seaport at 70 Sleeper Street, this hotspot offers heated igloos and “Ice Boxes” for up to six guests, framing Boston’s skyline and harbor in all their glory. From brunch boards piled with French toast to dinner menus featuring local seafood, every bite pairs perfectly with the scenery. Blankets are provided for extra coziness—because who doesn’t love dining in a snow globe?
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Location: 70 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA 02210
Hours:
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Lunch: Wednesday–Friday: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Dinner: Wednesday–Thursday: 4 p.m.–9:30 p.m.; Friday–Sunday: 4 p.m.–close
Pro Tip: Book igloos in advance and expect a beverage minimum (around $225 for 90 minutes).
3. Woodshill Pier 4
Dreaming of dining by the water without freezing? Woods Hill Pier 4 in the Seaport makes it real. Located at 300 Pier 4 Boulevard, their heated igloos offer a front-row seat to Boston’s waterfront. The menu, crafted with hyper-local ingredients from owner Kristin Canty’s farm, features dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and veggie-forward dishes that scream indulgence. With a reasonable food and beverage minimum (varies by day), this spot is as accessible as it is unforgettable. Is your stomach rumbling yet?
Location: 300 Pier 4 Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210
Hours:
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday: 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Dinner: Tuesday–Saturday: 5 p.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday: 4:30 p.m.–8 p.m.
Pro Tip: Igloos require reservations; check for minimum spend details online.
4. The Bowery Bar
For a cozy yet chic igloo experience, head to The Bowery Bar in Dorchester’s Lower Mills at 2261 Dorchester Avenue. This vintage-inspired tavern offers private heated yurts (their take on igloos) for up to eight guests, decked out with comfy seating and twinkling lights. The menu boasts craft beers, elevated pub fare like lobster rolls, and hearty dishes to warm you up. Whether it’s brunch or dinner, the yurt’s intimate vibe makes every meal feel special.
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Location: 2261 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Hours:
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Lunch/Dinner: Monday–Friday: 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Saturday: 3 p.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday: 3 p.m.–9 p.m.
Pro Tip: Yurt reservations require a minimum spend (starting at $100); book via their website.
5. ArtBar at Royal Sonesta
For a riverside igloo experience that’s pure magic, ArtBar at Royal Sonesta in Cambridge (40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard) delivers. Their heated igloos overlook the Charles River and Boston skyline, creating a postcard-worthy setting. The menu, rooted in regional American cuisine, features everything from lobster sliders to truffle fries, paired with an extensive craft cocktail list. With a world-class art collection inside the hotel, this spot is a feast for all your senses.
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Location: 40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142
Hours:
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Dinner: Monday–Sunday: 4 p.m.–10 p.m.
Pro Tip: Igloos are popular for date nights; reserve early and confirm minimum spend requirements