Haute Secrets Boston: George Regan of RCG

George Regan is one of the biggest names in Boston as the owner of New England’s largest privately owned public relations firm. For more than 30 years, he and his team have been at the forefront of the hautest social scenes in and around town, opening long awaited restaurants (think STRIP by Strega) and retail shops like New Balance Athletic Shoe. From real estate (Suffolk Construction) and sports entertainment (Boston Celtics and New England Patriots) to universities (Suffolk) and beyond (Mohegan Sun), there isn’t much he and his group haven’t done and done it well.

Photo Credit:  Regan Communications

Today, the man behind some of Boston’s most successful restaurants now has more than 100 clients throughout New England, New York, Washington, DC and Florida. Regan is also an avid supporter of many local charitable organizations, including The American Liver Foundation, Carroll Center for the Blind, Courageous Sailing Center, Beth Israel-Deaconess Hospital and Franciscan Hospital for Children, Urban College of Boston, Perkins School for the Blind, the Sports Museum, and Boy Scouts of America as an Eagle Scout.

We caught up with him recently to find out what he loves most about Boston.

Where were you born? Boston

How long in Boston? Grew up in Wollaston and have been in Boston since college

Where do you live now? Marina Bay, Quincy

Occupation? President of Regan Communications Group

Favorite Restaurant: 99 Restaurant

Best Sushi: Haru

Best Italian: Strega Waterfront

Best dessert: KO Pies, East Boston

Best place for a romantic date: Bristol Lounge, Four Seasons

Best Sunday brunch: Legal Harborside, 3rd Floor

Best place for a power business meeting: Seaport Hotel

If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? Park Plaza Hotel

Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Simon Malls, Copley Place

Best place to buy Jewelry/Watches: DePrisco Jewelers, I’ve purchased 3 engagement rings there…

Best Spa: Boston Harbor Hotel

Favorite Charity Event: Andruzzi Foundation

Favorite Cultural Institution: MFA

Best Steakhouse: Davio’s

Best Pizza: Rina’s Pizzeria & Cafe

Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Willowbend Country Club, Mashpee

Best Massage: That’s personal

Best Driving Service: Kenny Young

Best Museum/Exhibit: Museum of Science

Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Freedom Trail

Describe Boston in three words: World Class City

All-around favorite locale in Boston, whether a neighborhood, restaurant, venue, or other: Marina Bay

Best aspect of Boston: The people & the fabric