The food was absolutely delicious! The service was great and we were easily accommodated despite…read morebeing early for our reservation. The restaurant has a bar, second floor, and a side with booths. It was the perfect ambiance with amazing food. We ordered two of their appetizers and split an order of the BBH. It was the perfect amount of food for us! I highly recommend Esmai's if you want to try something a little different and elevated.

I came here for a date night as I've seen great reviews about the drinks and the food here. I made…read morea reservation for 6 on a Friday night - it was initially quiet inside but began to fill up more once we were seated. The interior was clean and modern. Our server was very welcoming and able to provide us with great insights into the menu. The cocktails were refreshing and tasty. I ordered a 'Spill the Tea' with gin and my husband ordered the matcha colada. I'd love to come back and try more out! As for food, we ordered the mini beef wellington, the banh mi & bone marrow, the curry chicken, and the loco moco. I loved the variety of dishes on the menu and was super impressed by the execution of all of them. They were very flavorful and cooked to perfection, with the mini beef wellington having crispy puff pastry and the bone marrow very tender. Overall, I was impressed by Esmai's creativity and would love to come back to try out more of the menu.

Small quaint hole-in-the-wall place, with an intimate atmosphere and good food!…read more We got pierogis and kielbasa - the pierogis were yummy, although the kielbasa we didn't find worth it (a bit dry / overcooked). Service was friendly. If we're craving pierogis and are in the area, we'd likely go back!

What a dream little spot. Small, quaint, comfort polish foods from polish babcia (we saw them in…read morethe kitchen looking over their customers. Love.) Pickle Soup $7 A dill pickle soup with carrots, onions, celery and diced potatoes -- amazing little soup with bread. The subtle tastes were deliciously satisfying. Not heavy but not just water. Lovely. Pierogi $18 Served fried with caramelized onions. Choice of: potato and cheese, cabbage and mushroom or spinach (we did a mix of every kind they had! Also comes with great sour cream. Again not heavy--even fried--so much comfort. Perfect dough, perfect fillings. Polish Plate $24 Mix plate: Hunter's stew, stuffed cabbage, three pierogies, and grilled Polish sausage kielbasa. A little taste of everything. Split it with my partner. So much comfort food. Each one was a 10 out of 10. They just never missed the mark. Perfect. Exactly what we wanted. And of course we split the Gypsy Pancake $21 A giant potato pancake filled with Hungarian goulash, topped with sour cream and dill Huge. This one was heavy for the heavyweights. But phenomenal. It was bigger than I thought it would be. Crispy, not too oily, and a very rich flavor in the goulash. Meat was a little tough but fit right into the rich deep flavors. Everything was top shelf goodness. Come knowing you'll have to share. Don't assume anything is small! It's all shareable! Great atmosphere, wooden tables/booths, tight but homey. Guy who ran the spot was also very nice. Polish locals were coming in asking for their favorites in polish. Ah man it was great. Great feel, great food, great spot! My wife and I will definitely be back. That pickle soup!!!

What a cute, cozy, delectable place. We are at a conference looking for something different for…read moredinner that we haven't tried (this our 4th year in a row for this conference side note-we love the east coast). We went on a Thursday evening and street parking was easy to find. Service was great! Here is what we had: 1. Drinks: EASY TIGER- coconut rum, overproof rum, horchata, amontillado, sherry, lime, aromatic bitters. BLOOD, SWEAT, & ROSEMARY (mocktail)- blood orange, lemon, rosemary, soda water. My boyfriend had the easy tiger and found it more tropical tasting than horchata but still liked it. I had the mocktail, which was great! Refreshing drink. Just nice they offer mocktails and tasty ones too! 2. Raw bar: gotta have oysters while in the east coast right? They were from Jamestown and of course yummy. They had a mignonette which was good but since the oysters were so good not needed but a yummy addition option 3. Shared plates/appetizers: CHARRED OCTOPUS- Castlevetrano olive & cannellini bean, frisee, shaved red onion, piri piri, EVOO. This was one of my favorite appetizers. We try octopus everywhere and have had lots of overcooked ones. This was not that! It was soft, buttery and easy to cut and not rubbery. The tail was crispy and yummy. The char was perfect and flavor was on point. PAN ROASTED SUNCHOKES- herbed ricotta, hazelnut, chervil, Calabrian compound butter. What a tasty spin on the sunchokes. I love sunchokes and appreciate a great presentation and different ways to have it. 3. Entrees/Mains: BRANDT FARM 14 OZ RIBEYE- crispy potatoes, onion jam, bravas sauce, haricot vert. My least favorite dish of the night but doesn't mean I have love everything. I still appreciate a really good restaurant and concept. I know this is not a streak house so I understand not being the best steak. It was a bit of a tough steak, but the cooking temp (medium rare) was made to perfection and flavor was simple but perfect (I love love a simple steak without all the extras). The sauce was my least favorite of the dish and could definitely do without. The potatoes and veggies were good except it was somewhat less tasty with the sauce. We made our own surf and turf and had their special for the day. HALIBUT- not sure what was all in for the specifics but this was a winner. The fish was charred yet the moisture was preserved and tasty! Loved the flavoring and sauce. All mixed harmoniously. Dessert: BASQUE CHEESECAKE-fresh whipped cream, brown butter salted caramel, strawberry. We had a hard time deciding between the pistachio tiramisu and the cheesecake. I'm sure both are tasty. I like my cheesecakes more simple and asked for this without whipped cream and strawberry. The consistency of the cheesecake was great! Taste was point on. Although I don't care for caramel with it I tried the caramel and mmmmmm. Cheesecake was a great way to end. Overall fantastic experience. Our waitress was lovely. Staff was wonderful. Food was delicious. The ambiance was cozy and cute. If you are in the area recommend coming here for a nice dinner.

I am sold ... while the atmosphere wasn't my favourite, the food here is as good as any restaurant…read morein Rhode Island I've eaten in. The menu here seems very Spain and Italy centered ... maybe more so Spanish. I was thrilled to find Potatoes Bravas on the menu ... as a frequent traveler to Spain, this is one of my favourite simple dishes. This might be among my favourite versions that I've tasted, which is saying a lot! We also had the Bouilliabase ... quite a heavy dish loaded with octopus, muscles, clams, shrimp and a small piece of cod. The only complaint I've have about this is that it was an absolute salt beast ... both in taste and the fact I could not drink enough water after having this. Overall, I am not sure I'd order it again but am glad I tried it and two people could easily share this. The salad with salmon was fantastic ... a nice, thick piece of salmon cooked perfectly and the salad was also fantastic ... dressed well and very flavourful. We would order this again for sure. We also had the pizza, which was alright but we'd probably stick more towards the entrees and less towards the pizza when we come back. The basque cheesecake for dessert was tasty but way too small a piece for $12. When in San Sebastian, traditional basque cheesecake was much different tasting and a bigger portion. The wait staff and front of house was amazing. I don't think I've had a better waitress anywhere. Great with suggestions and not overbearing while being helpful. The only knock about this place is the lighting is way too bright. There isn't much atmosphere for romance ... the lights would be perfect if they were 25 - 30% dimmer. Other than that, it's very clean and fresh feeling. There is a gas fireplace, a big bar and two rooms ... one of which faces an open concept kitchen. Both are too bright ... but the room in the front with the booths would be my choice if I had to pick. Overall, this is our favourite of the Newport Restaurant Group restaurants from a food perspective. They can be hit or miss but this place is worth coming back to. Sure, Coast Guard House is right next door with water views ... but it can't come close to matching the food quality and menu variety here. I can see why it's so highly rated.

My friends and I came to ilona for a birthday dinner, and I genuinely cannot say enough good things…read moreabout this place. The birthday girl has strict gluten-free and dairy-free dietary needs, and when I called ahead to ask if we could bring special cupcakes for her, the staff couldn't have been kinder or more understanding and immediately said of course. Once we arrived, our waiter went above and beyond. He took the time to go through the entire menu and mark what was gluten-free and dairy-free so the birthday girl could easily decide what she wanted. That alone would've made our night, but the whole experience just kept getting better. The food... oh my gosh. Incredible. It was my first time here, but it's definitely gonna become a go-to spot for bringing friends from out of town. The chicken kebab was amazing, the Brussels sprouts were perfect, and I fell in love with their mejadra- seriously so good!! Just like my mom makes it. We ordered a bunch of small plates to share, and every single one was a hit. The atmosphere is just as thoughtful as the service: warm mood lighting, options for small booths or tables, and even a coat rack (which was perfect for this cold November night). Everything is intentional and cozy without feeling crowded. To top it all off, at the end of the night we ordered espresso and tea, and our waiter brought over the sweetest surprise: he took a dried orange slice, added a candle, and placed it on her espresso so she could blow out a birthday candle. It was such a simple but incredibly thoughtful gesture. Overall, ilona is kind, accommodating, delicious, and truly memorable. I recommend it to everyone!!

I've been here a few times across different seasons; summer, winter, it doesn't matter, the vibes…read moreare always high. It's such a lovely spot for drinks and appetizers or a full dinner. The music is consistently great, and it gets packed, so definitely make a reservation. I'd recommend the hummus and the mkhlovani, but honestly, everything is perfectly balanced--beautifully presented and genuinely delicious. It's a great first stop for a girls' night out. One thing to note: it tends to empty out pretty quickly after around 10 p.m.

A True Gem! Our Favorite Spot. BingeBowl is hands-down one…read moreof our favorite restaurants! My family and I are regulars here, and we keep coming back for a reason. Everything about this place is just fantastic. The food is consistently outstanding. My absolute favorite, and a must-try for anyone, is the "Taste of Moldova." It is such an authentic, comforting, and delicious bowl. The combination of the polenta (mamaliga), the savory meat, the branza (cheese), and the sour cream is perfect every single time. It tastes just like a wonderful, high-quality home-cooked meal. But it's not just the amazing food that makes us loyal customers. The service is always exceptional. The staff is so warm, friendly, and welcoming from the moment you walk in. We also genuinely enjoy speaking with the owner. He is incredibly kind, and you can truly feel his passion for the food and his customers. It makes the whole dining experience feel so much more personal and special. We have loved every visit and will continue to come back again and again. Honestly, everything is "super" here! Highly, highly recommend BingeBowl to everyone.

3.5 Stars. A nice foray into Moldovan food. I got the Taste of Moldova and the Savory Meat Pie. The…read morepork chunks in the Taste of Moldova were slightly chewy but still pretty tender for how large the pieces were. The dish could've used some type of sauce other than the sour cream though, texturally it was quite dry. The Savory Meat Pie was decent and a great size for the price. The Adjika Hot Sauce (only a hint of spice) definitely was needed for it. Unfortunately, the Pie wasn't heated fully through. The Compot Fruit Punch was perfectly sweet and fruity. Note that BingeBowl and Bikeeny Caffe are in the same establishment

Consistently excellent food and service!! My favorite restaurant in the Boston area…read more If you go for a birthday, they put a very cool sparkler in your dessert. In the summer, it's great to sit outside and watch people on the bike path below. Just excellent.

As regulars, each visit we see consistency in food, drink and service. It is wonderful to be…read moregreeted and engaged with a dedicated, professional and caring team. This visit we tried butternut squash spring rolls, Caesar and beet salads, cod special, pork ossobuccu, chicken and salted caramel gelato. All are tasty and appropriately portioned. As usual my gettin figgy with it and espresso martinis were delicious. This is a special bistro and community, just go!

After a fun and fabulous night at Ryan Landry's gold dust orphans show up on the third floor we…read morewandered down to find the basement kitchen. Our first time around we almost left - the door is unmarked - but I'm glad we didn't. This is a place straight out of my Indiana childhood (where Poles and eastern Europeans were plentiful). All the food is homemade. From scratch. It's essentially the kitchen of the Lithuanian cultural organization, and feels a bit like being in a very friendly VFW. The president of the club came over to greet us and to make sure we felt at home. The regulars were sitting by the bar watching the Pats game. We had the stuffed cabbage and the kielbasa dinner. The borscht soup at the beginning was absolutely delicious. The evening and the meal were perfect in every way.

Looks like an office building. Ring the buzzer to get in, walk downstairs, big industrial door on…read morethe left. Bare bones restaurant, friendly service and absolutely outstanding authentic food. Reminds me of the stuff my grandmother makes.Order at the counter. Cash only. Weekends only. This place doesn't show up if you use Waze or Google Maps, type in the actual address. The best hidden gem in Southie! Can't wait to return!

I used to be a big fan of Aquitaine when there was a location in Dedham. A few weeks ago, my friend…read moreand I went here for dinner. I tried the duck a l'orange. It consisted of seared duck breast and swiss chard in an orange glaze. The duck was a bit crispy and tasty but the orange sauce didn't taste the same anymore. I remembered it used to be a bit tangy and sweet but this time it tasted a bit bitter. For dessert, we got the pear and almond galette but I thought it was too dry for my taste. The complimentary French bread was crispy and hot out of the oven.

" Burger and truffle fry heaven" I have been getting…read moreburgers here for years . They are so delicious. The truffle fries are so good . The service here is amazing. Staff welcoming and friendly. The vibe is welcoming. Parking is not an issue they have a parking lot .

It has been years since I last ate at Bistro 5. And I can say in all aspects the experience is…read moresuperlative. Service was friendly and helpful. Water and bread were brough right away. The bread is amazing - fresh with added rosemary. We ordered salads and calamari. The calamari was excellent, one of the best we have had in Boston. Salads were well prepared and delicious. My friend had the gnocchi and I have the vegan special. Her gnocchi was heavenly. I had a few bites and it was perfect. The sauce, the mushrooms all balanced out the pasta. I want to thank the staff and kitchen for a wonderful meal.

My wife and I attended this restaurant on Valentine's Day. From the moment we walked in the…read moreambience was very cozy and romantic, beautiful bar. They had to fix menu which every dish was delicious. The service was so great that it almost upstaged their outstanding cuisine. Definitely a must try. I would go back there for every special occasion.

The service was flawless. From the moment we arrived we were warmly welcomed. Our server was very…read morehelpful when we asked for his recommendations. The food was outstanding. We chose to start our meal with the borscht and Solyanka. Both soups we served with a shot of house infused vodka. We devoured both and enjoyed them immensely. Next we had the chicken Kiev with mashed potato. It was perfect. Tender chicken stuffed with garlic and herbs that gushed out gently when cut Into. Amazing We also ordered the pozhasrky cutlet. Served with mashed potato. It was decadent. We finished with a shared dessert of sour cherry vereniki. Tender dumplings filled with sour cherry and served with a sweet cherry jam and sour cream. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We can't wait to return and sample some more.

Stumbled into Café St. Petersburg completely by chance, and it ended up being one of the loveliest…read moredining experiences I've had in a long time. The hostess was incredibly warm and welcoming, and our server, Liza, was absolutely wonderful. We didn't even realise at first that it was a Russian restaurant--and despite a wedding happening in the back, they invited us in as if we were longtime friends. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between classy and comfortable, with a genuine family feel wrapped in elegant décor. The drinks were excellent, and although I didn't order the soup, I learned it's served with horseradish vodka--so naturally, I had to try the vodka on its own. It was fantastic. They also have live music on the weekends, which just adds to the charm. Highly recommend this place, and I'm already looking forward to coming back. .