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Evening

Roxbury Sunset & Soul

Start in the golden hour at Roxbury’s heritage park, then head back for soul food and a drink as the light fades.

Best time: 18:02About 105 min

Timeline

  1. 17:12

    Roxbury Heritage State Park

    Walk through Roxbury Heritage State Park while the late afternoon sun casts long shadows over the historic Dillaway-Thomas House. The park is quiet and offers a peaceful introduction to the neighborhood's history.

  2. 17:47

    Suya Joint All African Cuisine

    Step into Suya Joint All African Cuisine for a bite. The lively atmosphere and big-screen TV set the tone for the evening. Order the house specialty, a delicious Nigerian skewer, to keep you fueled.

  3. 18:22

    Hibernian Hall

    Head to Hibernian Hall. As the sun sets toward the WSW, the historic brick building takes on a warm, reddish glow. It is a striking sight in the twilight, standing as a testament to the area's Irish heritage.

  4. 19:02

    Slades Bar & Grill

    End the night at Slades Bar & Grill. Owned by Boston Celtic legend Bill Russell, this spot serves soul food paired with an R&B soundtrack. It is the perfect place to relax and reflect on the evening after the sun has gone down.

Local tip

Suya Joint is open until 22:00 on weekdays, so you have time to eat comfortably before heading to the Hall. Slades stays open until 02:00, so you can linger as long as you like.

Check before you go

  • Suya Joint All African Cuisine is open Tu-Th 12:00-22:00, Fr-Sa 11:30-24:00, and Su 14:00-22:00.
  • Slades Bar & Grill is open Tu-Sa 11:30-02:00 and Su 11:30-24:00.
  • Roxbury Heritage State Park is outdoors; check for any specific closure notices.

Worth knowing

  • Suya Joint All African Cuisine is open at 17:47 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
  • Slades Bar & Grill is open at 19:02 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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