Krasi is a Greek wine bar and meze restaurant at 48 Gloucester Street in Boston’s Back Bay, steps off Newbury Street. Its focus is regional Greece with a modern edge, and its all-Greek wine list draws oenophiles, curious diners, and couples looking for a date night with real substance.
The team calls Krasi “a wine bar first and foremost.” Staff guide guests through indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko, Xinomavro, and Agiorgitiko, and the bottle stories are part of the evening. The kitchen is led by Culinary Director Brendan Pelley, Executive Chef Jerry Pabla, and Chef Partner Theo Tsilipanos. It builds the menu around dips, cheese, charcuterie, and seasonal plates tied to specific regions. A rotating regional menu changes the focus over time. This past August, it featured Ionian Islands dishes inspired by Corfu and Lefkada. The dining room pairs exposed, industrial-chic textures with a warm, convivial energy.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Dinner fills quickly and runs lively, so reserve ahead through OpenTable, especially on weekends. For a calmer visit, come to weekend brunch, served Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wine lovers should aim for Symposium Wednesdays, which are dedicated tastings exploring Greek viticulture. Order several dips and meze to share, then ask your server for pairings. The MBTA Green Line’s Hynes Convention Center station is a short walk away, and Copley Square and the Boston Public Library are close by for a pre-dinner stroll.
