On March 7, 2024, the Zoning Board of Appeals approved plans for a four-story restaurant and mini-golf venue at 777 Boylston St in Boston’s Back Bay.
According to Universal Hub, London-based company Swingers—known for its extravagant mini-golf courses combined with food, drinks, and entertainment—will occupy the space.
For its fourth U.S. location, Swingers will partner with the award-winning Tavistock Restaurant Collection, the culinary force behind iconic Back Bay establishments such as Abe & Louie’s and Atlantic Fish Co on Boylston Street, as well as Joe’s on Newbury on Newbury Street.
Swingers’ co-founder and co-CEO Jeremy Simmonds revealed that the 21,000 square-foot facility would have 350 seats and operate from noon to midnight most nights, with extended hours until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. He noted that approximately 95% of the venue’s business is expected to come through reservations.
The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay expressed “non-opposition” to the project, a positive sign for the proposal. However, they emphasized the importance of keeping the mini-golf concept intact and not allowing it to morph into something unrelated, such as a fight club. City Councilor Sharon Durkan also supported the proposal, citing the need for more recreational options in the Back Bay area. No opposition was voiced.
Based on Swingers’ other locations in London, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas (coming soon), the Boston venue will likely feature a luxurious bar and a variety of elevated street foods from local restaurateurs.
Swingers previously attempted to establish a venue on St. James St but is now focused on this Boylston St locale. In order to move forward, Swingers must now obtain approval from the Boston Licensing Board.
UPDATE: It looks like Swingers has gained approval from the Boston Licensing Board and is slated to open in the fall of 2025.
