You know that old “no white after Labor Day” rule? We don’t follow it, but it seems Great Bay (500 Comm Ave, Boston, 617.532.5300) does. This contemporary seafood sanctuary recently had some work done and will reopen this month; the facelift includes rich, eggplant-colored walls to replace the bright-white originals. The revamped bar area features a communal table that seats up to 12 of your closest drinking buddies, plus dark leather stools, lounge chairs, and banquettes to give the space a vibe that’s a little less light and airy and a little more lavish lounge. The main dining area has some new seats, too, with large, plush booths that seat about six people. Great Bay’s combination of great seafood and warm new décor is sure to have Bostonians riding this wave.
