Boston Business Journal: Power 50
Brian Piccini, CEO and Owner of Boston Urban Hospitality, is named to the Boston Business Journal’s 2024 Power 50, which represents those in the Boston area who are influencing their local communities for good.
Boston Magazine: Venue Guide
Boston Chops Downtown, Boston Chops South End and dbar are named as desirable party locations in Boston by Boston Magazine. dbar and Boston Chops offer versatile and stylish private party venues, combining exceptional cuisine, personalized service, and inviting atmospheres that create memorable experiences for any occasion.
Eater Boston: 13 Restaurants to Try in Downtown
A second edition of the popular South End steakhouse, which reopened with a big refresh after a pandemic hiatus, Boston Chops is among the finer dining options in Downtown. The restaurant offers classic steakhouse fare, plus seafood towers, multiple preparations of potatoes, cocktails, and more, all in a leather-and-marble-filled space. The versatile menu can provide pre-show cocktails and bites to the theater district crowd or an indulgent special occasion meal.
NBC Boston: Mike Gorman heads back to favorite bar - dbar
In the final installment of 'Meet Up with Mike and Drew,' Mike Gorman takes Drew Carter of NBC Sports Boston to dbar in Dorchester, MA.
Boston Globe: Weston’s getting a new restaurant, the first with a liquor license since Prohibition
Weston’s dining scene gets a boost this fall when Boston restaurateur Brian Piccini opens The Woods at the Josiah Smith Tavern (358 Boston Post Rd), with the town’s first public liquor license since Prohibition. Piccini lives in Weston and owns Boston Urban Hospitality, operating Boston Chops, dbar, and Deuxave.
Boston Globe: 10 restaurants making Thanksgiving dinner easier
Boston Chops Downtown is serving up a Thanksgiving meal with all of the classics on Nov. 23. The centerpiece of their holiday menu, available for dine-in or takeout, is an herb-roasted turkey with gravy. On the side are holiday staples like brioche stuffing, spiced cranberry sauce, sweet potato mash, and green bean casserole.
Eater Boston: The Best Martinis in Boston
Considering that martinis are basically glasses of just alcohol, it’s surprising just how smooth the namesake martini is at this elegant French restaurant in Back Bay. You can thank the presence of a few luxe liquors for the Deuxave martini’s almost velvet feel: Procera Blue Dot gin, Yzaguirre Dry Vermouth, and Kapriol — a slightly herby liqueur from juniper berries.
Boston Globe: Where to eat like you’re at the Olympics (without leaving home)
For beautifully composed, sophisticated French dishes, visit Deuxave. They have a particular way with duck, from crisp confit to unctuous pâté to spiced breast with buckwheat spaetzle, peach puree, foie gras, cabbage, and pistachio. The food, splurge-worthy wine list, and sleek, fireplaced dining room make this a spot to celebrate. Or grab a seat at the bar for a drink, frites, and some people-watching.
Open Table: These 12 Boston restaurants ace outdoor dining
Repurposed shipping containers are decked with murals at dBar, a New American spot that morphs into a restaurant and nightclub after dark. Three-walled coverage plus plenty of air circulation makes it an ideal spot for sipping colorful cocktails on sunny days and warm nights. Favorites on the seasonal bar-focused menu include the Giannone brick chicken and beef brisket mac and cheese.
Boston Magazine: Where to Eat in Greater Boston
Every plate that comes out of Deuxave’s modern French kitchen is a work of art; go ahead and browse the restaurant’s Instagram account for a minute, and we’ll be here when you get back.
Boston.com: What to order at dbar
Nearly two decades ago, Brian Piccini inaugurated his Boston restaurant portfolio with dbar, a full-service restaurant that seamlessly transforms into a nightclub and lounge as the night evolves. The restaurant was unique to the Dorchester neighborhood and Piccini recalls how many locals thought it wouldn’t last.
Boston Magazine:Where to Eat Fabulous French Food around Boston
At the corner of Commonwealth Ave. and Mass. Ave. sits a sleek, modern French restaurant and lounge that draws stylish crowds and even wines and dines the city’s top chefs. Perfect for a fourth or fifth date—you know, when things are getting more serious—Deuxave offers just the right sultry setting and seasonal dishes.
Boston.com: Restaurants are cautiously optimistic about fall
“We’re there for the guests and to create an experience and hospitality. Everybody leaves happier than when they come in. People are craving that. The outliers are the people who don’t provide good, consistent quality service.” — Brian Piccini, owner/CEO, Boston Urban Hospitality (Boston Chops, dbar, Deuxave)
Forbes: Explore Boston's Spring Dining Scene With These Renowned Restaurants
A Dorchester staple since 2005, dbar has morphed into Boston’s foremost destination for LGBTQ+ nightlife—and to sweeten the deal, the venue also has a pretty stellar dining program. Guests can snag a wealth of hearty dishes like beef brisket mac and cheese, parmesan gnocchi and grilled steak tips during a visit, with no shortage of local craft beer and wines from across the globe to accompany their meal.
Boston.com: What to order at Boston Chops Downtown
History and haute cuisine have always been at the forefront of Brian Piccini’s vision for Boston Chops. The flagship steakhouse opened in the South End’s Penny Savings Bank dating back to 1861, while Boston Chops Downtown showcased a continuation of this vision with its takeover of the former 1890 Old Colony Trust Bank.
WSJ: Boston’s Priciest Neighborhood
Deuxave has been serving up a fine dining experience without white tablecloths since 2010. Standout dishes include the duck breast, lobster gnocchi and nine-hour French onion soup.
Boston Magazine: Three Boston Restaurants That Make Excellent Wedding Venues
If your vision is a wedding reception that exudes refined elegance—and a vibe that’s cool, not stuffy—coupled with a top-tier steak dinner, your search stops at Boston Chops Downtown. Nestled in the heart of Boston in the former Old Colony Trust bank, Boston Chops has the digs for both small groups of a few dozen and lively parties of a few hundred.
Only in Massachusetts: This Massachusetts Dining Experience Has Been Called One of the Best Restaurants in the U.S.
Deuxave has been named one of the best restaurants in Boston by multiple sources. Their delicious modern French menu, impeccable service, and chic atmosphere make the restaurant a favorite among locals and visitors.