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606 Congress

606 Congress Street
Boston, MA 02210
617-476-5606

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Located in the revitalized South Boston Waterfront district, 606 Congress at the new Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel is the culinary brain child of acclaimed chef and restaurateur Michael Schlow and chef Gregory Griffie.

Celebrating fresh ingredients, and diverse flavors and techniques. The regionally-influenced, modern American cuisine is complemented by the sleek and sophisticated design of the restaurant, which takes its cues from the nearby waterfront with elegant aquatic themes. 

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