Just ate there. Trying to support this business. They are so not professional. I found it very hard to communicate with the staff. The food was terrible. Steak was overcooked, cold and dry. The sides were also cold. When our waitresses came over to ask how are things I gave my review of the food and service and all I got was I'm sorry. No effort t was made to discount the meal at all!!! The wait was an hr. read more

I think this place is a combination of two names, but either way it's the food is Super nothing like it anywhere. The Katchupa is amazing and the customer service is great. I can't wait till I get to go back again. read more

Not a bad spot at all! I wasn't here for the music but the brunch buffet wasn't bad at all. Went with a group and everyone like the food. The shrimp was skkkkkkrrumptious!!!! Some of the food I can't pronounce but it was pretty good all around. The decor is nice, service was decent, but pretty slow being that it was on a slow day. Other thing is I would've thought the brunch would be PACKED but it wasn't at all. The waitress did come over and help us take pics so that's always good for me, even let us pose on the stage. Great host!!! read more

Cesaria - Stage area - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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My family and I have been coming here for the last decade and the food is amazing. I always recommend it to people who are interested in trying cape verdean cuisine. If you're ever in the area I would definitely recommend stopping by. The staff is amazing and so is the food. There is always live music playing and the atmosphere is great. read more

Had a great experience here on a Wednesday evening. Food was excellent. We had the frango churrasco, steak tips, and katchupada which were fantastic and very tasty. I was worried about the service given prior reviews but I had a great experience. Service was lovely and fast. We were seated immediately, our food arrived within 15 minutes, and our server checked in with us frequently to ensure we had everything we needed. This was my first time experiencing Cape Verdean food and it was delicious. Will definitely be back! read more

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Great food, seasoned well great portions the server was attentive and helped improve the experience. read more

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It's a shame, they having amazing food, but poor service is their downfall, I was extremely disappointed at my first walking visit to this establishment, a very rude female server greeted me with do you have a reservation? I mentioned to he I had called I was told they do not take reservation of party less then 5. So I was told therefore they can't give me a table if u don't have a party of 5 or more. THIS IS EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTING AND BIAS, I HAD INTENTION TO SPEND AS MUCH AS A TABLE OF 5 WHY ARE THEY ONLY HOSTING TO BIG PARTIES IN THAT CASE HAVE FAMILY STYLE TABLES. This was a disappointment saying the least. THE MANAGER CALLED ME. BUT HIS EXCUSES DEMOSTRATED POOR MANAGEMENT. I won't give this establishment my money not a chance again. If anyone asks me I do not recommend. read more

Horrible service, wait times are ridiculous. Some of the dishes are really good and the live music is great but the service kills it because it makes you never want to go back. read more

The service it's horrible, I asked for one thing got something else and they charged me extra . I asked for bofe Moçambique no rice and sub the rice with sweet plantains, they charged me for sweet plantains and still got rice on the plate. When I got there there's was nobody , I literally had to call the store with me inside in order for them to come to the front , so I paid $30 for a messed up order and a little bit of meat never again. read more

Cesaria - Beef Bife Mocambique - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've lived in Dorchester all this time, and can't believe I didn't know of this place. The vibe is casual, and when we went on a weekend there was a live DJ (a little loud for my taste, but kept the mood fun). I ordered the grilled chicken with rice and beans and fries, and it was delicious!! Only rating four stars instead of five because of the wait time on the food getting to our table--took somewhere between 45 min to an hour. But I may try going again on a (quieter) weekday! read more

Everything could be better. Food is good but there's a wait and usually comes cold. Service is mediocre!Music is way too loud, can barely have conversation, ears are ringing by the end of the experience. read more

From drinks to foo and service all was really amazing. I don't know why it took me so long to come here. Strongly recommend and will be back with family and friends for sure! read more

Cesaria - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Rocked up without reservation and we got seated very promptly. The fascinating & innovative decorations caught my curious eyes very quickly. They have live music on the weekend! If you would like a more quiet scene then weekday would probably be your best bet. Foods are served fast (i love that) compared to the more slow speed in most latin american restaurants. Servers were wonderful! They're very attentive and actually went to find out some questions i asked about how the food came about. We tried the Polvo Grelhado (grilled octopus) Katchupa & Bistec Mocambique which were absolutely delicious!! Finished off a nice mango mousse cake. When you come to think of it, not being Latino, the foods would be quite heavy and fulfilling to take on, plus the huge portion as well. Thus a much lighter & delicious version of foods if you haven't try Latin foods before would easily be found in Cesaria. Alas, this would be THE PLACE to go for not only trying Cape Verde foods but also easing you in Latin foods -ish. It's the first time I try Caribbean foods and neddles to say Cesaria very much delivered & well represented. read more

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A friend has been wanting to take for me here for sometime. When we arrived we were one of the first people in the restaurant. We were seated promptly by the host, she was pleasant, so was our server. Few fellow Yelpers commented on the "slow" service, I found this to be true once seated. However, I think it's cultural. The lay-back island mentality (go ahead, sit, drink, eat, and drink some more). :) The restaurant seems to be set up that way, the lighting, and art on the walls, etc. I don't fault the place for the so called "slow" service. I get it. Everyone we interacted with were polite, and respectful. Service gets 4 stars. We ordered "Camarao na Guerra" as our appetizer, grilled Shrimp, octopus and mussels served with the "molho verde" (a blend of olive oil, vinegar, onion, parsley, garlic). The grilled octopus was very good, sweet, and cooked just right, but the shrimp was overcooked and rubbery, the mussels were also overcooked, and chewy. The "molho verde" complimented the octopus well. I attempted to order my entree twice, but both times the waiter returned and reported the chef doesn't prepare those dishes. He stated the executive chef is on vacation this week, and the part-time chef only prepares certain dishes. I asked what does she cook, he replied, "...beef or chicken." I could not contain my laugh. The dishes I tried to order were a goat dish, and a seafood dish. Finally, I was able to order the chicken dish, "Frango Churrasco," zesty Cape Verdean style grilled half chicken served with rice and fries. Not what I really wanted, but my options were extremely limited. The chicken was dry and bland, the best thing on my dish was the fries. I know! My friend ordered the "Bife Mocambique," pan seared beef, shrimp and mussels served with two eggs, rice and sliced fried potatoes in a spicy Mocambique style sauce. The beef was dry without much flavor. Again, the shrimp was overcooked, I didn't even want the mussels. The entire dish was unremarkable. The food for this visit receives 3 stars. :( I plan to give this place another shot in the distant future, and make sure to call ahead when the executive chef is not on vacation. read more

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Food is good. Drinks are great. Ambiance...amazing. Thursday nights are my favorite. Great spot for group date.

I'm really glad I made the executive decision to get out of JP and check out Cesaria. A surprisingly pleasant room to enjoy insanely well priced Cape Verdean food. My shrimp dish w/ rice and veggies was huge, good sized shrimp, I had a substantial doggy bag for lunch. The drinks were interesting, we had nice service, only thing I wasn't totally down with was the app but maybe I just wasn't in a starchy yucca type mood that night. $15 for shrimp and $11 for chicken, can't beat that. Wish i hadn't deleted the photo of my dinner, it would definitely entice you to go. read more

Cesaria - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Now if I had to rate by food alone, I give it a solid 4. The Polvo Grelhado, Katchupa, and Katchupa Refugada were good and portions were large. However, I can confidently say that I've never had to wait so long for take out when the place wasn't even full. We placed an order for around 4:20 and was told it would be done in 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, we asked about the food and was told it would be ready in another 20 minutes. After that, we asked AGAIN, and found out that one of our orders was given to another person that ordered after us!!!! It took 1 HOUR before we got our food. I really like their food, but until I know that my food will come within a reasonable period of time, I will most likely not come back. read more

Cesaria - Restaurant when we got there during off hours (4:20) - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I went into the establishment yesterday to meet with some of my family members at about 4pm. It was myself and a coworker. My son and his friends who are 14 came in to have lunch. I was talking to my cousin sitting at the booth across from me when a waitress came up to me and said for me to lower my voice and made a gesture to bring my tone down. I was appalled and very embarrassed. I have been coming to this establishment for years and didn't appreciate that type of service. I than asked a tall female waitress for the name of the other waitress that was disrespectful and she refused. I than asked to speak to the managers Tony or Jose and was told that neither are there. As a Cape Verdean were originally loud and the waitress being Cape Verdean should understand that. I will do my best to stay away from places that treat their own people like trash. read more

4 of us had dinner at your Restaurant last night for the first time. The atmosphere, food and service were beyond our expectations- we all loved everything about Restaurant Cesaria! Kevin was an awesome waiter and very helpful with us as we were not used to your cuisine. We will be back and will spread the word about your fabulous restaurant! read more

Delish food- my first time experiencing this place. I was hoping to find a hole in the wall place with good food- I found much more. The drinks are real here- Try the Caju Mojitos - very tasty and stiff. The food came out timely- hot and full of flavor. the waitress was patient and nice with me as I was a first timer looking through the menu. Beside the fruit flies (if u noticed) this place I will most definitely revisit. read more

Cesaria - Yucca fritos- w/ spicy honey mustard - - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Fabulous food, nice atmosphere, friendly service. Got the steak tips Mocambique and Portuguese red wine (on recommendation from Yelp user) and was great. Highly recommended! read more

Went there Saturday night with my husband and two friends. Here's how I would rate: Food:A- (my husband and I shared the shrimp app and I had the mariachis; both delish if not exciting) Ambiance: A ( we sat outside on the deck and it was beautifully done; when we got to the restaurant at 7:30 it was almost empty inside, when we left it was packed) Cocktail: A (I had a passion fruit mojito that was fabulous) Speed of food delivery: D (notice I didn't say service because I'm not sure whether it was the wait staffs fault or the kitchens and there was some nice guy who brought us over a heater on the deck; but this was one of the slowest restaurants I've ever eaten in; everything came slowly and it took over an hour and a half to get our entrees; my husband refuses to go back because of that). read more

The pasta tastes sour like they used spoiled ingredients. They also told me it would be done within 20 mins and i came 30 mins later and it was still not done. I had to wait an extra 20 mins. read more

Cesaria - Chicken and Shrimp Cajun Pasta - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Excellent, fresh, delicious food. If you care about flavor and richness in your meal-this is your place. Staff is courteous and kind, order comes out in good time and there is an excellent drink selection. Live music on Friday and Saturday as well! A must go to restaurant! It will be worth your time and you will enjoy some authentic, AMAZING Cape Verdean cuisine. read more

The food is goood. I ordered a grilled chicken, with two eggs, rice and beans, and French fries. The chicken has that slightly grilled flavor and tasted great and it drizzled in a bit of sauce that tasted of tomatoes which I sure as a dipping sauce for fries and it was very good. The rice and beans were good as well and the eggs went really well with the rice and chicken. I also ordered the fried yucca, this was ok, wish the yucca had been fried a bit more so it was crunchier. The sauce it came with was lemony which I find could be swapped with a chipotle mayo sauce that would compliment the yucca. I will order here again. However, be advised that I came on a Tuesday night at 9pm, waited about 35 min for the food which took quite a while even though the restaurant only had two patrons waiting on food before us. Call ahead, this might be able to help! read more

Great vibes inside this cozy restaurant. The wait staff was lovely and very informative about the dishes served. $10 mimosas & $9.99 all-you-can-eat buffet which is a steal. Loved this experience & would definitely be back here again. read more

Cesaria - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The only reason why I am giving this place 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the wait time. The food is delicious, affordable and always makes me happy :-) read more

Tried Restqurante Cesaria out for the first time via takeout. It was delicious! My first time trying Cape Verdean food and I'm so glad I did. Chicken was juicy & lemony. Really enjoyed the rice & beans with olives and potatoes. Great spices. Highly recommend! read more

Amazing service, amazing drinks, amazing food!! This place is awesome, seriously. Also the music really sets the vibe! The picture is of single shots of Don Julio btw :) read more

Cesaria - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great food! Ordered take out and it came out nice (big portions)!! Steak bites and Cajun pasta were fab. Arroz de Marisco was ok but too much imitation crab read more

Growing up Portuguese, Cesaria's has many dishes on their menu that my grandmother used to make. The Cape Verdean and Portuguese cuisines are very similar so when my Cape Verdean friend asked if I wanted to eat here I was excited! We got a variety of appetizers and everything was super flavorful. The Polvo and steak bites were delicious. I've been itching to go back. Sometimes (I think Friday's and Saturday's) they even have live music which gives a fun vibe. read more

Love this place! Been here twice and have yet to disappoint. Their food is seasoned to perfection and their portion size and price are more than reasonable compared to many restaurants. On this trip we got the Cajun shrimp pasta and the Amore Mar. Both entrees were bomb. They are generous with the shrimp on the pasta which I loved, and for the amore mar we were in for a surprise with the way the food was set up. The steak tips and the octopus were a good compliment in this dish. Definitely a place to come for any ocasión read more

Cesaria - Cajun Shrimp Pasta - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Only giving it a 3 because the food was good , but my goodness the wait and service is terrible! And it hasn't gotten better since they opened. read more

Heck to the yeah, yeah, yeah... This food literally melted in our mouth! I had the Cajun salmon with rice and mixed veggies. The outside of the salmon was encrusted with Cajun spices with an amazing crunch and the inside was tender, juicy and delectable. The rice was magnificently topped off with an olive which gave the rice a burst of flavor. The veggies tasted like they came straight from the garden and steamed just long enough to still maintain a bit of a crunch. Nani's baby had the Cajun shrimp penne pasta. It had tons, maybe 10 or more, juicy, extra large shrimp. She forgot where she was and started licking her fingers, which I don't condone, but in this case.... Enough said about the food! The restaurant was clean and nicely decorated. It also appears to be a go to spot for local police as there were many eating at neighboring tables. I found great parking right in the front however, they also have a parking lot in the rear of the restaurant. So all in all we enjoyed every morsel that we ate and still had leftovers! The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the wait time between ordering and actually being served. Our spicy chicken wing appetizer was phenomenal, but it took almost 30 minutes to get to us. I get that there's a wait for greatness, but daaaaamn... Really?! Got there about 7 and left after 9. I'll be back though, fr fr ... Although short staffed and long wait times, the servers were friendly and made great recommendations! read more

Cesaria - Portuguese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

first time here. Loved the ambience and band. Sadly the wait time for main course was over an hour! Really need to improve on that.

The seafood pasta is my most favorite meal in the world! Just fair warning they run on CP time so you should plan on ordering when you have time. read more

We went during a weekend buffet and were able to dsmaple fried fish, Mozambique style chicken with a zesty kick and I think an Angolan style rice and Cape Verdean Kachupa but not sure. The food has a Portuguese and African flavor. Not too expensive either. For the desert the mango cake and chocolate cake were a nice finish. I will come back again. read more

"I LOVE CAPE VERDEAN food", I proclaim, after my first visit! Wow! I've seen this place forever, as it sits directly next door to neighborhood favorite breakfast place, Ashley's. I often looked at it, as it is so pretty from the outside (stands out on the block), and wondered what type of food they served. A friend took me to lunch today, as she was craving Cape Verdean food. When I told her that I hadn't had it before that I could recall, she swore I'd love the food at this place. She was RIGHT! Everything was delicious, even the very American chicken fingers (BEST I've EVER eaten). Beef was perfectly seasoned and cooked, and I don't know what they do to their rice, but goodness, it's heavenly. I can't wait to return and try different dishes! read more

Amazing Cape Verdean food! Ordered through Uber eats and it was actually very quick, only took 30mins (really great compared to some of their pickup wait times)! Had the Chicken Churrasco entree was good, a little dry but well seasoned. The steak tips entree was PHENOMENAL and will be sure to order those every time I go! read more

I've only been here once, but this place is a real delight--and worth visiting even if you don't have other reason to be in Dorchester. I work in the area (unfortunately, there are few dining options here), and a colleague from out-of-town was in Boston and wanted to grab lunch. I told her that we'd have to stick around the area where I worked (seeing as I had a short lunch break) but that this place had gotten good reviews on Yelp so we might as well try it. Excellent experience! My two companions, despite their uncertainty about the area, were entirely comfortable at the restaurant. The waitress was lovely and very kind in explaining items on the menu. The free bread was great, and the entrees we ordered were all excellent. Service was quick, and the prices were more than reasonable. Would very much like to check out the evening entertainment and drinks here--just have to convince my friends to come out in this area after dark. read more