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Best Pre-Game Meals Near Fenway Park

There are plenty of places within a block of Fenway Park to grab a burger or hot dog. Then there are some gems within walking distance where you might not be packed in shoulder to shoulder. Here are some of our favorites. Tell us about yours in the Comments section below.
Audubon Circle restaurant
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Audubon Circle

838 Beacon Street
Boston
617.421.1910
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The Audubon is a short distance from Fenway Park, close enough to walk, but far enough that you won't get the absolutely packed crowds like the places on Lansdowne. This isn't a burger or pizza joint; it's a sit down restaurant with entrees in the $10 to $20 range. There is an extensive beer list and wines, as well. Audubon does not take reservations.

Canestaro Pizzeria
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Canestaro Pizzeria

16 Peterborough Street
Boston
617.266.8997
Website

An outdoor patio, pizza and pasta. What more do you need before a Red Sox game? Canestaro is an easy walk - a few blocks from Fenway Park. Reservations are taken only for groups of six or more, and they even have a few parking spots.

Grilled Sausage
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The Sausage Guy

Lansdowne Street
Boston
617-268-8324

The Sausage Guy doesn't have an exact address because he is a cart set up on the street. But he's known the world over for having the best pre-game sausages. David Littlefield secured his spot on Lansdowne in 1997 and since has served his share of athletes, celebrities and politicians. While stopping for a sausage on the way into the game may usually be a quick stop, be prepared to wait in line at The Sausage Guy.

Elephant Walk
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The Elephant Walk

900 Beacon Street
Boston
617-247-1500
Website

Looking for something a little different than pizza and hot dogs? At the Elephant Walk, several blocks from Fenway, you're not likely to find either. Instead, you'll find a variety of Cambodian and French cuisine. There are several vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. You can reserve a table through OpenTable.com.

Thaitation
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Thaitation

129 Jersey Street, Boston, MA 02215
(617) 585-9909
Website

A few blocks south of Fenway Park you'll find Thaitation. The restaurant has an extensive menu, but you won't find pizza, hot dogs and burgers on it. As the name suggests, it's a Thai restaurant. The restaurant does take reservations.

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