Sonsie

Sonsie is a longtime Newbury Street restaurant with an eclectic menu that draws from European, Asian, and other global influences. The setting combines a polished dining room, a bar, and a sidewalk café that connects the restaurant with the street when the doors open. It offers a flexible setting for casual meals, drinks, and celebrations.

A wood-fired brick oven anchors the kitchen, with pizza among the restaurant’s defining offerings. The broader menu extends beyond the oven, bringing together dishes influenced by several culinary traditions rather than focusing on a single regional style. Wine and cocktails are central to the experience, with a dedicated wine collection and a bar suited to lingering over drinks.

Sonsie serves lunch on weekdays, weekend brunch, dinner, and late-night dining, giving the restaurant a day-to-night rhythm. Weekend brunch begins in the morning and continues into the afternoon, while the evening service shifts toward a more social restaurant and bar atmosphere. Coffee and espresso drinks are also available at the bar, at a sidewalk table, or to take away.

The sidewalk seating is a key part of the restaurant’s character. Tables sit directly along Newbury Street, creating a European-style café setting within Boston’s retail and dining district. The outdoor area is particularly suited to brunch, people-watching, or a relaxed drink, while the indoor spaces provide a more traditional option in cooler weather or later in the evening.

Private dining is available in the Wine Room, an intimate space surrounded by the restaurant’s wine collection. It accommodates up to 36 guests for a seated meal or up to 40 for a reception, making it suitable for rehearsal dinners, celebrations, and private tastings. Sonsie also hosts events and chef-led occasions, with the format varying by date.

With its mix of brick-oven pizza, globally influenced food, cocktails, wine, coffee, and outdoor seating, Sonsie suits diners looking for a versatile Newbury Street stop. The combination of brunch, dinner, late-night service, and private-event space allows it to work for a range of occasions without being tied to one dining style.