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Top of the Hub Celebrates Fourth of July

Chef's Cocktail Reception, Five Course Gourmet Dinner, Pops Concert Simulcast, Fireworks Viewing -- 52 Floors Above The Back Bay

Award–winning Top of the Hub will once again unfurl the red, white and blue for its annual Fourth of July celebration high above the Back Bay. Offering panoramic views of the city from every table, Top of the Hub is located at 800 Boylston Street on the 52nd floor of The Prudential Tower.

Standing as one of the most popular events on the restaurant’s yearly calendar, the evening-long party on Monday, July 4, begins at 6 p.m. with guests enjoying a complimentary Chef's Welcome Reception showcasing passed hors d’oeuvres and tempting cocktails.

At 7 p.m. guests will be seated for a five course dinner designed by Executive Chef Stefan Jarausch. A simulcast of the Boston Pops concert, live from the Hatch Shell below, begins at8:30 p.m. A cash bar will be available for guests throughout dinner. The night will be capped with a dazzling, sky-high view of the fireworks over The Charles River (weather permitting). Guests may also view the fireworks spectacular from the Skywalk Observatory.

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The evening is priced at $250.00 per person (exclusive of tax, gratuity and alcoholic beverages with dinner). Advance credit card reservations are required; the 21+ evening is ticketed, prepaid and nonrefundable. Space is limited. For information and reservations, please call 617 - 536 - 1775. The established tone for the event is dressy-casual attire, with collared shirts required for the gentlemen.

General Manager Peter Papagelis commented, "Top of the Hub is the perfect spot to celebrate the Fourth of July in a really special way. Our guests -- many of whom join us on the Fourth as an annual tradition -- enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a terrific five course meal, a simulcast of the Pops concert from The Hatch Shell, panoramic views of the city and a bird's-eye view of the fireworks spectacular over The Charles. We're the only restaurant in Boston to have this unique vantage point high above the city for the Fourth."

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Top of the Hub's Fourth of July Celebration

Designed by Executive Chef Stefan Jarausch

6:00 p.m. • Welcome Reception

Featuring Cocktails & Chef's Selection of Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

7:00 p.m. • Seated Five Course Dinner

Featuring:

Palette of Appetizers

Prosciutto di Parma & Cavaillon Melon, Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil,Ginger Sesame Spiced Tuna Tartar, Scallops Crudo, Passion Fruit & ChiliFoie Gras Torchon, Toasted Challah, Roasted Peach

Summer Harvest Ravioli

Butter Poached Lobster, Lemon Verbena Scented Corn Coulis,Snow Peas, Sweet 100 Tomatoes, Popcorn Shoots

Pistachio Crusted Day Boat Halibut

Black & White Rice Cake, Sautéed Chanterelles, Lemon Thyme Beurre Blanc

Grilled Eye of Prime Rib

Beef Marrow Butter Duchess Potato, Farmer’s Market Vegetables, Bearnaise Sauce

Fourth of July Blueberry Cake

Caribbean Rum & Coconut Mousse, Local Strawberry Compote

10:30 p.m. • Fireworks Over The Charles River(weather permitting)


A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

Top of the Hub has served Boston's discerning dining community for more than 50 years. Throughout its history, the restaurant has welcomed residents and visitors alike with outstanding cuisine, impeccable service and sophisticated ambiance,

Named one of the world's most romantic dining destinations by The Travel Channel, Top of the Hub is open seven days a week, serving lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch in addition to offering a late night dining menu and live entertainment nightly in its Lounge. The restaurant is honored to have received continued industry recognition from Distinguished Restaurants of North Americaas well as multiple Awards of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine.

Top Of The Hub

800 Boylston Street

52nd floor of The Prudential Tower

Boston, MA 02199

Fourth of July Celebration

Monday, July 4, 2016

$250 per person

(A 21+ Event -- Ticketed, Prepaid & Nonrefundable.)

www.topofthehub.net

For advance credit card reservations, please call 617 - 536 - 1775.

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