What restaurant replaced Top of the Hub in Boston?
The building owner will replace the 54-year-old dining destination, famed for its epic views, with a new observatory. By Jacqueline Cain· 1/15/2020, 4:40 p.m.
Why did Top of the Hub Boston close?
Top of the Hub, which first opened back in 1965, had originally planned to close down in April of this year, but the coronavirus outbreak and subsequent restaurant shutdown caused the dining spot to cease operations in mid-March.
Where is the Top of the Hub in Boston?
Prudential Tower
Top of the Hub, which is located on the 52nd floor of Back Bay’s Prudential Tower, has been offering diners panoramic views of Greater Boston — along with expensive steaks and a menu that could have come from the pages of The Bonfire of the Vanities — since its inception in 1965.
Why did Prudential Skywalk close?
“The closures are the result of the decision of Boston Properties Inc., owners of The Prudential Tower, not to provide a new lease for the venues despite several years of discussion,” Select Restaurants, Inc., the owner and operator of the restaurant and observatory, said in a statement.
Who owns the Prudential Center in Boston?
Boston Properties
The Prudential Center is currently owned by Boston Properties. The building is one of several Prudential Centers built around the United States (such as the tower in Chicago) constructed as capital investments by Prudential Financial (formerly, The Prudential Insurance Company of America).
Is Skywalk Observatory free?
This observatory, which is free and open to the public every Wednesday night, provides a great view of Boston and the stars above.
Is the Skywalk Observatory closing?
This Venue has closed. Work has begun on a brand new Prudential Observation Floor experience that is set to open in 2023. In the meantime, you can still enjoy some spectacular views of Boston, with a visit to the Observation Deck at Boston Marriott Customs House Tower near Faneuil Hall.