Grace by Nia

Grace by Nia is a swanky Seaport supper club from Roxbury-born restaurateur Nia Grace of Darryl’s Bar & Kitchen, created in collaboration with Big Night Entertainment. One of Boston’s splashier openings of 2023, the concept has since expanded beyond the city with an outpost at Foxwoods Resort Casino, cementing its place as dinner and nightlife rolled into one.

The vibe: Loud, glamorous and unapologetically theatrical. The room is built around a stage, with live performances setting the tone on nights when the restaurant is in full swing. Expect a dressed-up audience, dim lighting and an energy that ramps up as the evening goes on.

The food: The menu puts a modern spin on Southern comfort food, designed to hold its own once the music starts. Dishes lean rich and crowd-pleasing, with favorites like “sweet heat” chicken wings glazed in gochujang-honey syrup, oxtail grits and the signature carrot-cake chicken and waffle. It’s food meant for sharing, lingering and bone-sticking. 

The drink: Cocktails are bold and high-impact, with martinis and espresso drinks playing a starring role alongside wine and spirits. The bar keeps pace with the room, delivering drinks that match the spectacle without feeling like an afterthought.

Time Out tip: Live music runs Friday and Saturday evenings, plus Sunday brunch and dinner. An entertainment fee—typically $10–$25 per person, depending on seating—applies during performance hours, so check the calendar and plan your timing accordingly.