Walking into the food hall, you are greeted by a high-lofted ceiling, modern industrial decorations, and a wide range of eatery options. The Time Out Market, located at 401 Park Drive, recently opened in Fenway and is a short walk from campus. The venue features 15 niche food vendors, two bars, and a demo kitchen. The range of cuisines offered makes it the perfect trendy location to enjoy just about any meal.
Time Out Market originated in 2014 in Portugal as a carefully curated mix of the finest eateries there. This structure has been replicated in Boston to showcase some of the city’s best restaurants and chefs. It debuted here in June 2019 and is open regularly throughout the week from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays. On the weekends the hours start a little later: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The locations are a tad pricey for the college budget, but definitely worth it for the delectable bites. The eateries present in the marketplace are unique, and it is hard to find a location with so many options as this one. More so, the communal style dining makes it a fun, casual location to enjoy an outstanding meal.
When you walk into the lot you can browse through the various eateries, which are aligned around the large, wooden, communal dining tables. Once you place your order, you are given a buzzer to pick up your meal. Then you pick it up and settle down at one of the high-top bars along the windows, the communal tables, or even the couches toward the rear of the space. The most exciting part of the experience has got to be perusing the menus to decide what to eat.
One of the restaurants you encounter as you walk in is Monti Roman Pizza, which offers a variety of Roman-style pizza, from a classic margherita to one of their specialties like wild mushroom, which consists of truffle and parmesan. Time Out Market also features The Tasting Counter which offers house-made delicacies like a smoked bluefish pâté, braised beef shank, and a duck leg confit. However, if you are in the mood for a lighter option, the marketplace houses Gogo Ya, which specializes in the unique creation of Japanese-style tacos. Looking for a healthier choice? Head over to the Revolution Health Kitchen, where they offer a wide range of health items like smoothies, juices, and salads. Their main aim is to provide foods that cleanse the body and taste good. I went there for a quick, yet expensive, twelve-dollar Sunday breakfast and enjoyed an acai bowl topped with a delicious combination of coconut flakes, flax seeds, and bananas. It was refreshing and filling making for a great start to the day. Right next to Revolution Health Kitchen there is George Howell Coffee, which offers artisan coffees. Time Out Market is also home to Union Square Donuts, one of my favorite donut makers. They offer a niche and delicious selection of donuts that melt in your mouth as they burst with flavor. You can choose between their creative flavors, such as maple bacon or a simple sugar-raised donut. My personal favorite is the classic vanilla bean donut, but I strongly urge you to venture in and find your own. These are just a few of the many eateries in the marketplace.
Time Out Market is a wonderful addition to the city. It is conveniently located near campus, and I bet you can spare 20 minutes out of your day to get to this food heaven. You may even get lucky and be treated to some live music — Time Out Market features live bands on Friday nights and Sunday mornings, which is definitely something to look out for. It is delightful to be enjoying your meal in the midst of talented local artists and groups. The casual scene makes it the perfect place to congregate with friends, family, and even colleagues. It is the perfect spot for just about any meal and truly an inviting space that will keep you coming back for more.