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    4.5 (132 reviews)
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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Felicia M.

    I've been wanting to try this restaurant and finally got there. We went on early side as we were trying to catch a show in Boston. There was only a handful of tables but by the time we left it was full. I had the squash and mushroom risotto, my daughter had the wings and whipped ricotta, while my husband had the cheese burger. The risotto was fantastic, the wings and burger quite tasty. The whipped ricotta had too much lemon which overpowered the dish. If you are looking for a little neighborhood find, this is it

    Melissa Y.

    When I think about all the great restaurants I have been to in Newton, Buttonwood was never one of them. It was not because I never wanted to try it, It was because I would always go back to my favorites. But, I will say that I was glad to have gone here. Located in a cute neighborhood next to some boutique clothing stores and a great chocolate shop. You can pass some time while shopping. Service was excellent with a warm welcome upon walking in! Cocktails and wine were good. Our favorites were the Chicken Wings and the Burger. I did not love my Arugula salad which I thought lacked salt and flavor. My Chicken Under the Brick was overcooked, dry and too much going on. Normally this kind of dish is simple. I really wanted to love it but we both have leftovers now. And, their desserts looked phenomenal especially their Banana Bread Pudding. I would like to give this a try again since the ambiance is very pretty. It must be very romantic when the lights are low. #futurefalldatenight Cheers~

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    Chirag M.

    Lovely modern American spot in Newton with interesting dishes. The burger is $25 but probably my favorite dish of the night! The spring pea risotto was OK even though it was highly recommended. The burrata in the pasta didn't pair well and the dish lacked flavor. The special salad of the night, chicken wings and the corn bread were good too. And the service was spot on. Definitely a place worth checking out if you're in Newton!

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    Winter B.

    Buttonwood is a beautiful restaurant. Great ambiance. This is a nice spot to bring family, a significant other, or venture to for a special occasion. The menu was on the smaller side but had some great options. We got a bunch of appetizers that everyone loved. My brother really enjoyed the burrata and cast iron cornbread which he said tasted "gourmet". Despite there being some rich and buttery ingredients in the food everything still tasted light and fresh without weighing you down. Our server was very friendly and accommodating.

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    Kathy T.

    Oh wow. A friend told us to come here and from the reading the menu I thought it's be good, but was amazed at how good it was! We started with the greed goddess dip, ceviche and cornbread. Flavor bombs. So so so good. Then the Greek salad that was very refreshing, entrees we're eggplant and sea bass. Chef was hosting so we kept asking him what to get and virtually got it all. Portions aren't gigantic, but plenty for 3 people to share all that. Ended with delicious banana bread pudding, where actual chunks of banana gave the flavor. Ambience was cute and informal. It was swelteringly hot but plenty of folks enjoyed eating Al fresco. If I still lived in Boston, buttonwood would join my rotation of faves!

    Steven W.

    Relatively small restaurant with a bar and street parking. Very old school decor with wallpaper and the velvet cushion couches. We weren't sure who our server was as we waited a while and different people waited on us. The chicken wings and fried Brussels sprouts were very salty for our appetizers. Wings were large in size though. The chicken over the brick was delicious with the butternut squash purée. Cheeseburger was delicious with the salted fries too.

    Burrata with kumquat marmalade!
    Kristen L.

    Buttonwood is the neighborhood restaurant that everyone would love to have in their community - a perfectly cozy and intimate yet spacious corner restaurant that is perfect for enjoying a night out with friends, possibly meeting new people or catching a game at the bar. The restaurant is a very pleasant spot - the staff very friendly and you never leave the restaurant disappointed in anything - especially when it comes to the food. Buttonwood satisfies all senses and is a spot I quickly returned to after trying it for the first time for a friend's birthday dinner. The menu is small yet satisfying and creative. I love the attention to ingredients and blending of the flavors from salt to sweet to acidic. Grateful for the collaborative team that brings together such a delightful dining experience every night. Thank you.

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    Bob H.

    Wow great spot. Food was awesome. Great service. Would go back. Was there with my parents and son. The stuffed dates.. I could've just ordered multiple courses and just eaten these. They were awesome. Glad I had the burger though. It was great.

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    Joy G.

    My husband loves burgers, so I was intrigued by one of the photos marking Buttonwood's burger as one of the best. Even by my pretty low standards of not eating red meat, this one was delicious, uber-thick juicy patty, well-seasoned. The fries deserve to be ordered as their own side. Another standout were the wings with peach hot sauce and buttermilk ranch dressing that tasted house-made. If you come with a group, get a second order of these because I guarantee these are addictive. Possibly the best wings I've ever had, even better than the Korean rendition. The skin retained both crisp and moisture (which is not easy, cooking-wise). Too many places swing too far in one direction - soppy wings begging for a good blot or incredibly dry. This paired so well with the spin class drink I ordered. The sesame-ginger eggplant dip was fun to try and I liked the drizzle of peppercorn oil, but needed ... something else. Maybe just a pinch of salt and pepper. The snap pea salad was all right and small for $16. I should have gone with the pizza shop greek salad or the heirloom and panzanella instead. Make reservations! We walked in and were lucky to grab two counter seats but all the tables, both indoors and outdoors, were fully booked. We saw the owner moving around and greeting regulars, so definitely feels like a bustling, beloved neighborhood spot, with excellent food to boot.

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    Food was fantastic and the service was impeccable. We asked our server for recommendations and they were all perfect

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    Went for 25th Anniversary! Had pork chop, burger, chicken wings; cornbread- all excellent!

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    Excellent neighborhood restaurant, go here often with family/friends. Solid beer/drink menu. Great options for kids too. A bit pricey.

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    Top notch all the way around. Everything we ate was spectacular; service was attentive. Would definitely come back.

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    Always delicious, friendly staff and atmosphere. Love having this restaurant in my neighborhood.

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    Ask the Community - Buttonwood

    Are you open on Monday?

    Hi Rose - Yes we are open on Mondays for dinner starting at 5pm. You can do directly to www.buttonwoodnewton.com to reserve a table or feel free to just walk in.

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