Suffolk Downs

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525 William F McClellan Hwy
E Boston, MA 02128
Horse-drawn starting gates and assistant starters were the norm when Suffolk Downs opened its gates in 1935. The East Boston, Mass., track's history spans seven decades. It includes appearances by such equine superstars as Seabiscuit, Whirlaway and Cigar. Suffolk Downs' live meet runs from mid-spring to late fall. The meet's feature race is the $500,000 Massachusetts Handicap. The track is open seven days a week for simulcasting. Suffolk Downs offers various dining options that range from a hot dog to gourmet meal. They include The Terrace, which offers a spectacular view of the track and a TV monitor on each tiered table; Legends, a sports bar that serves lunch throughout the live racing program; Deli Grill, which serves pizza, hamburgers or sandwiches; the Turf Club, a private club that offers gourmet food in stately surroundings; and concessions, which offer popcorn, pizza, hot dogs and hamburgers.

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Shane C.
3/8/2016

I am giving this 5 stars because it is great!! I am a big fan of horse racing and the atmosphere at the track. I have been to many other tracks and while Suffolk isn't as glamorous or as big as...

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Michelle D.
6/27/2025

This is a review for the concert experience. The place is rundown. The paid parking needs to be bought in advance ($37) for an unpaved, unlined lot. One way in. Security was as expected....

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Amelia L.
9/7/2018

I came here for the Cirque due Soleil show Luzia and it was absolutely amazing. Parking was a snap, maybe it was the way it was organized. We were lucky since we got there right on time, we were...

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Kaori M.
6/30/2018

Came here to see Cirque de Soleil. I didn't know there is such an event place in Boston. Despite the inconvenient way to go there either public transportation or driving, still nice to have big...

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Jimmy H.
11/8/2008

I did not expected this. My friends and I were there for other reason(Phantom Gourmet Food& Beer Phest). After we stuffed ourselves with humongous quality of food(1lbs burger, 1lbs hot dog,...

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