Carry-on, Carry-Off Policy
The Boston Harbor Islands Partnership is dedicated to practicing leave no trace with a carry-on, carry-off policy to protect the environment, wildlife, and ensure a sustainable outdoor experience for all visitors. Please make sure to take your trash with you, and dispose of it off island. There are trash cans back at Long Wharf for disposal.
Food Options for Individuals & Small Groups
Pack a Lunch
All islands offer ample seating with picnic tables and green spaces for laying out a blanket. Pack a picnic to bring with you to the islands!
On the Ferry
Boston Harbor City Cruises offers light food, snacks, and beverages for purchase aboard ferries to Georges and Spectacle Island.
Luke’s Lobster at The Welcome Center Pavilion
Boston Harbor Now is partnering with Luke’s Lobster at The Welcome Center Pavilion on The Greenway, just a five-minute walk from Long Wharf where ferries depart. Beginning May 23, you can order ahead for afternoon lunch pickup at the Luke’s Lobster Welcome Center shack using this link; They are open daily from 11am – 8pm, make sure to select a pickup time at least 30 minutes before your afternoon ferry departure!
Nearby Local Restaurants
Explore all the nearby food options Boston has to offer. Long Wharf is close to the North End, Faneuil Hall, and Downtown.
Lunch Pick Ups for Large Groups
School/Camp Groups
For school and camp groups, you can order the classic bag lunch, which includes a sandwich, Cape Cod chips, a homemade cookie, and apple juice. These orders are delivered to Long Wharf at the front entrance of the Marriott Hotel by the valet parking drop-off. There’s a 25 minimum order, with a 4 day minimum advance notice. Please make sure to have a small trolley or an extra hand to carry these orders from the delivery driver.
For more information and orders, please email Tracy Cassidy (tracy@gourmetcaterers.com)
Bento Boxes for Group & Work Outings
Looking for the perfect fresh made picnic foods for your next group or work outing on the Islands? Gourmet Caterers is excited to launch the Gourmet at Work delivery service with a full menu of diverse options. These orders are delivered to Long Wharf at the front entrance of the Marriott Hotel by the valet parking drop-off. When you order, please use 296 State Street, Boston, MA as the delivery address. Make sure to select a delivery time at least 30 minutes before your ferry departure. Make sure you are at this location at your chosen delivery time; a delivery driver will call upon arrival and deliver the order to you directly. There’s a 12 box minimum order, with a 4 day minimum advance notice. Click here to place an order!
For any questions, please email Tracy Cassidy (tracy@gourmetcaterers.com)
Special Events
Island Concession Pop-Ups
Boston Harbor Now will be working with local restaurants and food businesses to provide on-island pop ups during some weekends.
If you’re a restaurant or food business interested in providing a pop up on Spectacle or Georges Island, please email ptran@bostonharbornow.org to inquire!
Upcoming Concession Pop-Ups To Be Announced
Sunset Clambakes
Kick off the Summer season with a classic New England style Clambake on Spectacle Island. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and city skyline views while walking the beach, or explore the Island’s nature and trails for self guided activities. Tickets include a round trip ferry cruise on the Boston Harbor, an individual seafood boil, chowder or gazpacho, self-serve beverages, desserts to go and a cash bar on site. There are also vegetarian/vegan and other meat options available!
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information. For groups of 10 or more, please email ptran@bostonharbornow.org to inquire.
Prosecco Picnics
Join us for an evening golden hour picnic on Spectacle Island surrounded by the ocean, and Boston’s City skyline as the backdrop. Bring your friends and family in the perfect group get away to enjoy delicious food, and enjoy the island space. Tickets include a round trip ferry cruise on the Boston Harbor, a dinner bento box of your choice, with sides, self serve refreshments and dessert included. There will be a cash bar for additional beverages, and a raw bar for fresh shucked oysters available for purchase! There are vegetarian/vegan options available.
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information. For groups of 10 or more, please email ptran@bostonharbornow.org to inquire.
Large Scale Corporate / Private Event Inquiries
Boston Harbor Now is excited to work with Gourmet Caterers to bring your after hours corporate or private events to Spectacle and Georges Island! Enjoy this unique experience on the Boston Harbor Islands with City skyline views, sounds of the ocean breeze, and ambience of the surrounding nature. Various offerings ranging from Bourbon BBQs to New England style Clambakes. For more information, reach out to PhuongDuy Tran at ptran@bostonharbornow.org. We look forward to working with you!