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Located on Boston's historic Long Wharf, Chart House Boston offers exceptional waterfront dining inside one of the city's most significant landmarks. Housed in the Gardiner Building, built around 1763 and once known as John Hancock's "Counting House," the restaurant blends centuries of Boston history with a memorable dining experience. Original features including exposed brick walls, hand-hewn wooden beams, and Hancock's safe remain preserved throughout the space, creating a setting unlike any other in the city. Since opening in 1973, Chart House Boston has welcomed guests with fresh seafood, slow-roasted prime rib, hand-cut steaks, and attentive hospitality. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, entertaining visitors, or simply enjoying a night on the waterfront, Chart House offers a unique taste of Boston's past and present.