Mission on the Bay
Located on the waterfront in the North Shore of Boston, Mission on the Bay is a nautically inspired three-tiered restaurant serving up New England Classics.
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Pulling from maritime design, the interior displays a warm and organic feeling, with natural materials and dark blue barn board walls punctuated with accents of color in the custom artwork by artist and designer Morris Nathanson.
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Photography by John Bell
Mission on the Bay’s design blends together a sense of theatre, with an open kitchen, chef’s tables and (two!) bars. With water washing right up under the restaurant, the dining room feels a bit like the inside of a yacht.
Vibrant signal flags and rustic timber paneling offset the glamorous central bar and cozy seating provides the perfect spot to relax.
Enclosed in a unique brass scaled building, Bullion is accessed via a grand sweeping staircase, complimented by contemporary artwork by Jean-Michel Othoniel before entering a lounge and bar area. Showcasing a bespoke lozenge-patterned floor in dark timber and a richly decorated silk rug, the bar and lounge area has a highly decorative aesthetic and is bursting with exceptional detailing in the mid-century furniture, clad in mohair velvet and leather upholstery, bespoke glass and brass wall lights and a statement rose gold leaf ceiling.
Moving on through to the top floor guests will be greeted with The Ocean Bar a casual sanctuary offering enviable views of the Boston skyline. Live music and festoon lighting create a vibrant atmosphere and with the mixture of lounge seating and tables this has become Swampscott’s go-to drinks spot.
*While at Morris Nathanson Design
