There’s no pairing quite like dinner and a show, and Explorateur on Tremont Street is welcoming the Broadway production Hamilton to Boston with a special pre-theater prix fixe menu. The restaurant is just a short stroll down the street from the Boston Opera House, and they’ve put together a special two-course menu with plenty of options plus to-go desserts you can sneak into the show for $45 (with optional paired wines. The bar is getting in on the action too, with a specialty cocktail called Hamilton’s Handgun made with Hamilton Jamaican Pot Still rum. Check out the menu below, and if you’re looking for somewhere to hang out after the curtain falls, theater cast can often be found socializing at Explorateur after the show.
Appetizers
Tuna Crudo
Fennel Rub, Cilantro Cabbage, Spicy Citrus Vinaigrette
Crispy Pork Belly
Pomegranate Soy, Apple Butter, Mint
Onion Soup Gratinée
Sherry, Gruyere, French Bread Crostini
Arugula Salad
Meyer Lemon, EVOO, Bermuda Onions, Pecorino
Entrées
Steak Frites
Black Garlic Yogurt, Pea Tendrils, Semolina Trumpets
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Artichoke Panzanella, Horseradish Meyer Lemon Créme Fraiche
Summer Pasta
At Least seven Vegetables, Parmesan Broth
Grilled Scallops
Le Puy Lentils, Bacon Vinaigrette, Charred Corn, Salsa Verde
Theatre Treats
A Box of Two Dark Chocolate Espresso Truffles Made with Explorateur’s House Espresso
Bag of Freshly Baked Cookies – Chocolate Chip, Mango Macadamia Nut White Chocolate, Shortbread