Durgin-Park Restaurant, Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Boston is home to many historic restaurants. Durgin-Park, which opened in 1827, has its own crazy brand of service. You'll sit at a long table with any fellow diners who can squeeze in. Your menu will say "Your grandfather probably ate here" on the cover. Your hard-working waitress might be too busy to smile. Baked beans and Indian pudding have been on the menu at least since my father was in college.