Best of Boston

2009 Best Late-Night Dining

Scampo

Its serendipitous location—just a bulkie roll’s throw from where drunk-grub mecca Buzzy’s Roast Beef once stood—is one reason why Scampo gets our late-night bucks. More important, it’s also steps from fellow Liberty Hotel denizens Clink and Alibi, whose hormone-charged bar scenes can overwhelm even the most dedicated carouser. When it’s time to retreat, follow the scent of garlic down to Lydia Shire’s Italian-inspired eatery for crusty pizzas, fresh-baked flatbreads, burrata BLTs, and other starchy, cheese-laden hangover preventives, all served till 11 (and pizzas till midnight). And for those not ready to cash it in yet, Scampo’s potent cocktails will keep that buzz going.

215 Charles St., Boston, 617-536-2100, scampoboston.com