Dining at InterContinental Boston: Matria, Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room and Five-10 Waterfront
InterContinental Boston offers four on-site dining venues: Matria (Northern Italian steakhouse with Fort Point Channel views and a seasonal terrace), Bar Fellini (1960s-inspired cocktail bar), Loyall Counting Room (intimate speakeasy-style cocktail room), and Five-10 Waterfront (seasonal American menu with water views). Reservations are encouraged across the restaurants; hours and access rules vary by venue so check with the concierge or the restaurant before you go.
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Overview: what to expect
InterContinental Boston (510 Atlantic Ave) provides a compact set of dining options that cover breakfast through late-night cocktails, all located inside or directly adjacent to the hotel on the Fort Point Channel waterfront.
The hotel encourages reservations across its restaurants and bars; walk-ins are accepted when space allows. Dining is not included with room rates—meals and drinks are charged separately.
- Hotel address: 510 Atlantic Ave, Boston, Massachusetts, 02210, US
- Hotel phone for BookResorts agents (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Reservations: encouraged; contact the restaurant or concierge
| Venue | Primary focus | Typical service times |
|---|---|---|
| Matria | Northern Italian steakhouse, waterfront | Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner |
| Bar Fellini | Italian-inspired cocktail bar | Afternoon to late night |
| Loyall Counting Room | Speakeasy cocktail bar | Evening hours, limited seating |
| Five-10 Waterfront | American seasonal waterfront dining | Lunch & Dinner (hours vary) |
Matria — Northern Italian steakhouse
Matria replaced the hotel’s previous restaurant in 2024 and focuses on Piedmont- and Riviera-inspired dishes. The dining room overlooks Fort Point Channel and the restaurant operates a seasonal outdoor terrace when weather permits.
Matria serves breakfast and brunch in the morning and dinner in the evening; its posted hours include breakfast (weekdays starting at 6:30 AM), weekend brunch, and nightly dinner service. The restaurant follows a business casual dress code and accepts reservations via OpenTable or by phone.
- Typical menu items cited: bolognese, burrata salad, oysters, prawn and octopus plates
- Hours (published ranges): Breakfast 6:30–11:00 AM (weekdays), Brunch weekends 11:30 AM–2:00 PM, Dinner 4:30–10:00 PM
- Private option: Piedmont Room is available for private dining
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast (weekday) | 6:30 AM–11:00 AM |
| Weekend Brunch | 11:30 AM–2:00 PM |
| Dinner | 4:30 PM–10:00 PM |
Bar Fellini — Italian cocktail bar
Bar Fellini is an Italian-inspired cocktail bar that opened alongside Matria during the hotel’s 2024 dining refresh. The bar channels a 1960s aesthetic and focuses on signature cordials and mixed cocktails.
Bar Fellini operates in the afternoon and into the late evening; hours on the hotel's published schedule run from midafternoon through at least 11:00 PM, and Tuesday–Saturday often extend to midnight. The Bar Fellini reservation desk is also the entry point for accessing the Loyall Counting Room speakeasy.
- Typical hours: daily from 3:00 PM; Tue–Sat often stay open until 12:00 AM
- Kitchen service at Bar Fellini typically closes around 11:00 PM
- Reservations or arrival at the reservation desk recommended for busy evenings
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Atmosphere | 1960s Italian-inspired cocktail bar |
| Access | Entry through the main bar; reservation desk links to Loyall Counting Room |
Loyall Counting Room — the speakeasy
Loyall Counting Room is a small, speakeasy-style cocktail bar next to Bar Fellini with a concept tied to Boston’s revolutionary-era history. It is intimate and limited in capacity; one source lists room capacity around 25 guests.
Access historically involves checking in at the Bar Fellini reservation desk for entry to the hidden room. Loyall Counting Room posts evening hours on select days; check the hotel or Bar Fellini when planning a visit.
- Theme: speakeasy inspired by local history
- Capacity: approximately 25 guests (intimate seating)
- Hours (published ranges): evenings, typically Wed–Sat with variable start/close times
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lead mixologist | Named in hotel materials as Rey Cruz |
| Typical drink style | Precision-mixed, historically inspired cocktails |
| Access method | Enter via Bar Fellini reservation desk |
Five-10 Waterfront — seasonal American dining
Five-10 Waterfront is the hotel’s American seasonal venue that provides waterfront views and a menu combining seafood, salads, and seasonal plates. The venue is presented as suitable for relaxed meals by the channel.
Published descriptions list dishes such as oysters, prawn and octopus plates, bolognese, and burrata salad among the menu items. Hours vary by season and day; the concierge can confirm current service times.
- Focus: seasonal American menu with seafood options
- Waterfront seating: available; terrace or waterside tables may be offered seasonally
- Hours: vary — check with the concierge or restaurant for current times
| Strength | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Seafood options | Oysters, prawns, octopus and other coastal plates |
| Seasonal menu | Menu items change with the season; check before arrival |
| Service | Lunch and dinner (hours vary) |
Practical tips: reservations, dress, and access
Reservations are encouraged for Matria, Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room, and Five-10 Waterfront; walk-ins are accepted when space allows but availability can be limited at peak times. For Loyall Counting Room, plan to check in at the Bar Fellini reservation desk to request entry.
Dress codes are generally hotel-polished: Matria lists business casual. The hotel’s concierge and front desk can confirm any specific requirements or menu questions before you arrive.
- Payment: meals and drinks are not included with room rates; restaurants accept standard payment methods (confirm on arrival)
- Special requests: contact the concierge for private dining (Piedmont Room) or to discuss dietary restrictions
- Timing: Matria posts morning and evening blocks; Bar Fellini and Loyall Counting Room operate primarily in the late afternoon/evening
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Restaurant reservations | Matria / Bar Fellini via OpenTable or phone; concierge can assist |
| Private dining | Request Piedmont Room through Matria or hotel events team |
| Event catering | Events & catering team via hotel sales/banquet contacts |
Private dining and events tied to dining
Matria offers the Piedmont Room for private dinners. The hotel also uses its ballroom and meeting venues for larger events where hotel catering teams can coordinate menus from Matria or the waterfront venues.
InterContinental Boston lists multiple event rooms (including the Rose Kennedy Ballroom and Abigail Adams Ballroom) with banquet and reception capacities; event planners should contact the hotel events team to confirm menus, capacities, and AV support.
- Piedmont Room: private dining option connected with Matria
- Large events: Rose Kennedy Ballroom and Abigail Adams Ballroom are commonly used for banquets and receptions
- Event planning: hotel provides catering and can tailor menus to event needs
| Venue | Use for dining events |
|---|---|
| Piedmont Room | Private dinners tied to Matria |
| Rose Kennedy Ballroom | Large banquets and receptions; waterfront views |
| Abigail Adams Ballroom | Medium-sized banquet events |
