Best Dumping Ground

When you need to pole-axe that going-nowhere relationship, start downstairs at Drink (348 Congress Street, Boston, 617.695.1806) with a potent craft cocktail to stiffen your resolve — maybe the four-shots-of-rum Zombie Punch. Then drag your soon-to-be-ex upstairs to the brightly lit Sportello (348 Congress Street, Boston, 617.737.1234) for wonderful pastas and less-wonderful news. Side-by-side diner-style seating should minimize awkward eye contact, it’s loud enough to muffle any ugly recriminations, and the tight quarters should discourage crockery-heaving. It’s a win/win! (Well, a win/lose — but you’re the win!)