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    Bar Mezzana

    4.2 (504 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Stuffed French Toast*
    Jose P.

    We came here during their brunch time menu on a Saturday morning. We made reservation but they were not needed since the restaurant had plenty of seating available. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The chicken parmezzana was not as good as I was expecting. I would not get this again. The fried it came with were good. A friend got the stuffed French toast, it was very good and would recommend getting this! We also had some drink, I did not capture a picture of those but they were good. Would definitely come again.

    Hursuong V.

    Very tasty! I loved the risotto and the grilled octopus but everything we tried was rich and flavorful. Sorta pricey but at least the food is high quality and interior is elevated. Food did take a little while to come out. Came to celebrate my birthday and they prepared a little treat! Not very busy on a Monday night so can't speak to whether reservations are typically needed.

    leek pesto Gnocchi , Bolognese , Vodka Sauce,
    Colleen C.

    Love this place. very cozy yet high end. good place for a date or birthday dinner. Great service - friendly servers and hosts. also they filled the water constantly which I LOVE. food was yummy. Bolognese stood out. fresh pasta, not too much red sauce, so easy on the belly. The leek pesto gnocchi was REALLY good. Small serving but perfectly filling. I loved it. Shockingly the vodka sauce was our least favorite. With the sausage, it tasted oddly smokey and it was integrated into the sauce. Bonus; I loved the candies they gave at the end of the meal!

    Roasted Swordfish
    Alexandra K.

    I came here for dinner before a show at the Wang and it was perfect. The restaurant is very clean and the open kitchen beautiful. Our server was very nice, attentive, and helped make good suggestions. We started with the sourdough, whipped feta spread, and arancini. All were amazing. I could eat that bread and feta everyday. My pasta was very tasty, fresh, and had a good sauce. My husband's swordfish was also very tasty and not dry at all. Really good spot before a show, we'll be back.

    Brooke C.

    I tried bar mezzana for dinner and had a mostly good experience. I liked the ambiance and I liked that they had matchbook souvenirs. The wait staff was friendly as well. The food and drink were just not amazing. The lobster pasta was just so so. The shrimp pasta gave me immediate acid reflux from just one bite. The fall burrata was really good tho. I think if they update their pasta menu this spot would have a lot of potential.

    Crudo tasting
    Elizabeth X.

    The focaccia, spring pea salad, lobster pasta, and crostata were all amazing. The crudo tasting was good, but felt more like plain sashimi than crudo, and the vinaigrettes they were in was just okay. The squid ink salad was also just okay. Also FYI it'll stain your teeth dramatically, but nothing some water won't fix. On the dessert menu, they mentioned there's a 4% surcharge for the kitchen staff. I think it's pretty unfair to not make this charge more clear upfront, and I don't think I saw any notice given on the main menu. We walked in at 8 PM on a Saturday and were seated immediately, although it was quite busy and lively.

    Husain V.

    Been here a few times now. Ambiance is nice and the staff is friendly. Service is pretty good. The food is generally solid, but nothing really wowed me in terms of taste. Still though I think it's a great spot especially if you're out of luck getting a resy at the surrounding popular restaurants.

    The baby kale salad yum plus whatever that spicy drink was!
    Teddy W.

    Food was incredible. Post-Boston marathon meal. Started whipped feta on focaccia (5star) and the eggplant/cheese spread thing (4 stars). Maybe it tastes exactly as you want it to but I preferred the whipped feta. Service was good. They didn't really have an opportunity to prove exceptional. We made some Braindead requests and were treated respectfully, so that was nice. We got the creeping vine, a refreshing tequila drink and a spicy refreshing red drink. The ambiance was nicer and a little more laid back due to the nature of the event today. Ordered the baby kale salad which kicked butt. I've been carboloading all week even though I was only a spectator at the race... the salad was necessary. Main dish was the Casio e Pepe which we split. Rich and delicious. Would order again and again.

    Menu
    John H.

    A lively spot for date night or girls night out. The menu has a nice mix of pasta and seafood options. Now the food started off okay but finished off strong. The focaccia bread felt a little stale and dry while the whipped feta was a bit heavy and thick rather than light. The yellowtail crudo was okay with the grapefruit. The main dishes shined though. The bucatini pasta was well cooked and had a nice spicy, acidic sauce that was not too overwhelming. The chicken under a brick featured juicy chicken with crispy skin and a delicious shaved Brussel salad on top to give it a nice crunchy texture. Parking in the area is a pain. If you aren't lucky enough to snag a meter, they do offer a reduced parking rate with one of the lots but I forget which one.

    Sautéed Mussels**
    Elesheva R.

    The food was soooo yummy! We started off with the crudite tasting, out of this world. And the meatballs, probably the best I've ever had. Then the mussels... unbelievably tasty. And the grilled sourdough is so good! The martini was meh, I'm not a fan of the glass. And the wine selected by our server was a great choice. Entrees we got chicken under a brick, i do remember it being yummier, and I almost asked for salt- but the polenta was delicious. And his bolognese was 10/10 yummy!! Sitting next to the window it was a bit cold, but the ambiance was cute!

    Gnocchi alla Vodka**
    Yuna C.

    Very nice ambiance with bustling atmosphere but still cozy and comfortable. The menu is meant for sharing/family style but we found the portions to be small. For a party of five, we ordered: two portions of the garlic sourdough and the whipped feta, butternut squash arancini (luckily the kitchen accommodated and made 5 balls vs. 4 that is typically served), 3 pasta dishes (Cacio e Pepe, Bucatini, Gnocchi) and the Chicken Under a Brick. Our standouts were the Whipped Feta, Bucatini, and the Chicken Under a Brick. Would recommend for drinks with friends or date night if you want to try multiple dishes - but don't expect large sharing portions.

    Cacio e Pepe
    Emma C.

    The restaurant is very lively with lots of seating. They also have a nice patio that you can sit at for people watching. As for the food, the house focaccia was very fluffy and great for all of the dips. The burrata was nothing special, but a good complement for the bread and a solid starter. I personally wasn't a huge fan of the whipped feta spread - I found it too tangy and overpowering. The fried artichokes had a good balance. It was crispy, crunchy, and great with the garlic mayo. The cacio e pepe was very creamy with little specks of sharp black pepper. The pasta was cooked to an al dente and still had a bite to it. For drinks, I got the Torino Rose and recommend it if you love a fruity drink. Overall, a nice meal and great for sharing.

    Cacio e Pepe
    Siobhan M.

    PERFECTION!!!!! Being from NY and a foodie I wasn't sure where to fit but this place did not disappoint. In fact we can't wait to come back, maybe even this trip. The greeter was lovely and so accommodating. Our server Chantel was AMAZING!!!! We started with a pickle martini at the bar and the bartenders were awesome. We moved to our table and the staff were like no other. I literally don't have one complaint. I'm a martini and Bellini lover and these were everything! Try all the food because you won't regret it. We started with a bunch of apps and then had entrees. Delicious!!!!!! And Chantel spaced the food perfectly. My mouth is watering just posting this. Yum! LITERALLY IS WAS ALL DELICIOUS!

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    First time at this cool spot! Super friendly and attentive staff, food was amazing....we will be back. Shout out to Tommy our server!

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    Amazing food, service and ambiance. This has been one of our favorite restaurants in Boston since we moved here from New York.

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    Incredible pasta, tasty brussel sprouts, would go back and get it again in a heartbeat!

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    Do you allow small dogs outside on the patio?

    We do provided they are well-behaved and do not disturb other guests. They must remain on the ground and are not allowed on laps, chairs or tables. Please let us know when you are reserving that you are bringing your dog. Some tables are better… Read more

    How is this place with kids?

    There were a bunch of tables with children when I was there. They are as accommodating as most places and the noise level isn't too low or quiet where children would be a problem or overwhelmed.

    For crudo tasting, does everyone in the table have to do it?

    Hi Melanie! Sorry I don't check yelp often. The crudo tasting is two rounds of 3 pieces of crudo in each round. It could be enough for two to share (as each piece is then sliced in half). Anyone can order it at any time for one or to share! Hope… Read more

    Does this restaurant have a lot of gluten free options?

    Yes. Crudo, prosciutto, cheeses, fish. Eyc

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