NICE TO MEET YOU
The team behind the banks
Chris Himmel +
President
Robert Sisca +
Culinary Director
Joe Corrado +
General Manager
Ben Chesna +
Wine & Beverage Director
Hillary Neuman +
Beverage Manager
Celebrating New England
Past and Present
Named for the famed fishing grounds of generations of New England fisherman, The Banks was born in 2021 out of a love of seafood bordering on obsession. Consider this your invitation to join us at our daily celebration of everything we love most about New England, seafood and beyond.
Ingredients we trust from people we know.
Our seafood, farm, and pantry partners help keep our menu fresh in every way. From the dock to the stockyards, we start every meal with ingredients of unrivaled quality. All that’s left is for you to start with a toast.
The Banks in the Press
timeout • June 2023
Best Oyster Bars in Boston
When your entire MO is celebrating fisherman and the ocean’s bounty, a stellar oyster selection should clearly follow suit.
timeout • march 2023
Best Seafood Restaurants in Boston
An homage to New England’s long-standing fishing tradition, The Banks Fish House celebrates the area’s love affair with the sea and its bounty.
infatuation • january 2023
The Best Restaurants in Boston
Sister restaurant to Grill 23 steakhouse, this is a place locals like to hit for a celebration, and delivers all the fancy, party vibes you need for a solid night (or afternoon) out.
TIMEOUT • AUGUST 2022
14 Best Lobster Rolls in Boston
Our lobster roll, served hot or cold, is reported to “taste like summer on a plate”.
Boston magazine • June 2023
Where to Eat Spectacular Seafood Around Boston
The Banks Fish House, Grill 23’s sibling, fills a swanky two-story space in the Back Bay with a lovely ode to owner Chris Himmel and executive chef and partner Robert Sisca’s global fishing experiences.
boston magazine • march 2023
Best of Boston: Clam Chowder
This souped-up spin on a classic succeeds thanks to its middle-of-the-road thickness, a bit of elegance (and flavor contrast) from the bright-green chive oil, and the sheer amount of clams and pork belly.
ThE BOSTON GLOBE • MAY 2022
Favorite restaurants (old and new) in Boston
At the intersection of “swank Back Bay restaurant” and “New England seafood shack” lies the Banks Fish House, opened in July. This is the kind of place you might celebrate a family occasion, take an out-of-town business client, or head for an upscale brunch.
ThE BOSTON GLOBE • MAY 2022
You can Rise & Shine later in the day, too
The familiar espresso martini and Jason Percival’s Rise & Shine at the Banks Fish House in Back Bay.
forbes • december 2023
How to Explore Boston’s World-Class Eating and Drinking Scene
Pay a visit to The Banks Fish House, a Back Bay institution that’s also mastered the art of classic New England clam chowder.
timEout • january 2023
Best Fancy Restaurants for Special Occasions
Brought to us by Chris Himmel and Chef Robert Sisca, The Banks Fish House draws inspiration from their many joint fishing trips over the years.
BOSTON COMMON • APRIL 2022
5 Must Try Brunches in Boston Right Now
New to the brunch scene in the Back Bay is the Banks Fish House. Having just launched their brunch service in March, guests can now start their weekends with coastal creations like the “Clam and Waffles” and Lobster Benedict.
PLUMLUVFOODS • APRIL 2022
Plumluvfoods talks with Chef Robert Sisca
PODCAST: It’s all about Boston tonight when we are joined with a true G in the Boston Chef World Chef Robert Sisca. Plus we talk the bain of all chefs, BRUNCH.
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