Boston shuts down early compared to other major cities—the T stops around 12:30am. But Chinatown saves the day, with multiple spots serving well past 2am. Know where to go before you need it.
Chinatown Late Night
New Shanghai
Chinatown | Until 4am
Soup dumplings and noodles late into the night. Cash only.
Peach Farm
Chinatown | Until 3am
Cantonese seafood. Live tanks, late hours, Boston institution.
Pho Pasteur
Chinatown | Until 2am
Vietnamese classics. Pho at 1am hits different.
Hong Kong Eatery
Chinatown | Until 3am
BBQ and roast meats. Window display, quick service.
Pizza & Other Options
Bova's Bakery
North End | 24 hours
Italian bakery open around the clock. Pastries and sandwiches.
Antonio's Pizza
Allston | Until 3am
Weird pizza toppings (mac and cheese, anyone?). Student favorite.
South Street Diner
Leather District | 24 hours
Classic diner open all night. Breakfast and burgers.
Boston Late Night Tips
- T stops at 12:30am: Plan for Uber after that.
- Chinatown is the answer: Best late-night options by far.
- Allston for college food: BU and BC students keep places open.
- Cash in Chinatown: Many spots are cash-only.