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Deep Ellum

4.1 (37 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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CHILE DOG
Angela B.

Wasn't sure what to expect being the first time here. Upon walking in it seems more of a bar than restaurant. Sat ourselves and ordered the deviled eggs, chili dog w/cheese and the poutine fries. Everything was great and really enjoyed the chili dog on such a cold day. The fries were ok, just not my favorite. Service was prompt and efficient. No frills here folks.

Pickle plate at Deep Ellum, Waltham
Bruce K.

Looking for dinner options along Moody Street and this was an easy choice. I've been to Dallas and had a fun evening in their Deep Ellum neighborhood so why would I skip the opportunity to try it again. Lots of options here, considering we have meat eaters, pescatarians and kosher eaters in the group tonight. We started off with a plate of their pickles and they were fabulous. With it, beers! Including a draft German beer for me and a tin of a non-alcoholic for Mrs. K. For main, I chose the Italian sandwich and it was fabulous. Well loaded and very tasty if perhaps a little messy. But that's what napkins are for. Mrs. K. chose the grilled cheese and said it was excellent. Great service here and we had a fabulous evening. Five stars! [Review 1120 of 2025 - 1265 in Massachusetts - 24673 overall]

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Ian W.

Deep Ellum has made a comeback in March 2023, on Moody St in Waltham, former The Gaff space. This gastropub used to be in Allston, which closed in 2020. They are open for lunch, dinner, and late night food and drinks! The place is a bit dark with high top table seating along the wall and the long bar with seating, no TVs here. The bar offers 14 beers on tap, beer bottles, wine, spirits, and plenty of cocktails. The food menu offers an eclectic variety of small plate apps, wings, cheese boards, meat boards, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. I stopped in at Deep Ellum on Moody Street for some late night food. The place was moderately busy and I took a seat up at the bar. The bartender promptly gave me menus to look over and a glass of ice water. I did not order cocktails on this visit, just food only. I started out with the Esp Co Soft Pretzel ($6 plus tax) which was served warm with spiced mustard for dipping. Next the Griddled Pearl Hot Dog topped with kimchi & spiced mustard on a toasted New England hot dog bun ($7 plus tax) was just that, very "wasabi-like" spicy, served with pickle chips. Next, the Lentil Mushroom Burger ($14 plus tax) was comprised of a homemade soft lentil mushroom patty topped with melted Swiss cheese, shredded lettuce, mustard and pickled onions on a soft toasted kaiser bun, served with pickle chips. I also added lightly fried fries ($2 plus tax) which had a soft potato texture and a cup of tangy cole slaw ($2 plus tax). I managed to finish all of the food and I was so all set! The check was $33.17 with tax and before tip.  Overall, this gastropub is a great place to hang and chill with friends or a solo night after a long day at work. The service at the bar was friendly and my food was served fairly quick after ordering. I would definitely come back here with my buddy for the late night grub and  frosty drinks. The kitchen closes at midnight Monday-Saturday and at 11pm on Sundays

Hot dog
Rebecca C.

Love the bar setup and beautiful wood buildout. The Aviation cocktails were served up delightfully chilled and not too boozy - just exquisite. We really appreciated the attentiveness of the staff and their patience, as we had two under two in tow! Would come back for the burger and pickle plate!

Amanda L.

Very impressive and innovative cocktail menu . Tons of choice for beer, cider, etc. Outstanding friendly and attentive service . Vibes and dark ambiance perfect for just about and mood.

Onion Smashed burger.
Alonzo M.

Good and well-made drinks. I stopped in and tried their version on an Onion Smash burger, which was pretty decent, though very salty halfway through it. Generous portion. Next time, I'll try the hot dog and a few other dishes.

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My favorite bar in the area. Great cocktails, good food, friendly staff, chill vibes.

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3 years ago

Fantastic food, drinks and service. Yes, it's different from the Gaff, but they are doing their own thing and I love it.

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2 years ago

Unfortunately the roaches crawling on the bar are much more attentive than the staff.

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2 years ago

Great food, great drinks, not crazy expensive, fun atmosphere. Get the burger and deviled eggs and a cocktail.

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Haven't tried the food yet, but went for just drinks. Many options to choose from. Tried three, all were good

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3 years ago

Very nice local pub. We were regulars at The Gaff and remain regulars at Deep Ellum. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere.

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Great burgers and bar food. A great nicoise salad. Cocktails A+. Very friendly staff.

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The Local Kitchen & Drinks

The Local Kitchen & Drinks

3.4(184 reviews)
2.1 mi
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If half-stars were a thing this would have gotten a 3-1/2 stars. Somewhere between okay and good…read more Seating was a breeze when we arrived for our 6pm Friday reservation, and we got a booth, always my preference. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. I ordered an Old-Fashioned and my companion a glass of chardonnay, both of which came promptly and were enjoyable. After some inquiries I settled on the self-advertised fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs. My companion asked about a favorite no longer on the menu, a salad with grilled chicken, and after checking with the kitchen our server was happy to report it could be ordered. My companion asked for dressing on the side and unfortunatel the salad came out dressed. Our server was happy to return it to the kitchen and it came out after not too much time had elapsed, the way she'd ordered it. I'm always skeptical that ribs will be fall-off-the-bone but these were close. Unfortunately, they seemed a little off; I still can't decide if they were on the dry side, lacking in flavor, or both. But the meat did come off the bone easily, so there was that. They came with french fries which were good, The location is handy and there is on-site parking. The atmosphere was energetic and it must be a popular after-work place because there were several large (10+) tables occupied. Still, not sure I would go back soon when there are other comparable places in the area.

I found The Local Kitchen while searching Yelp for a restaurant in Waltham near I-95. It had a…read more3.4-star rating, but some of the reviews were positive and the location was convenient, so I decided to give it a try. We were asked whether we preferred a table or a booth, which I always appreciate, and we chose the latter. My first impression was that the open dining room was very loud. The noise was amplified by a party of about 10 people to our left and the ambient bar and TV noise to our right. Our friendly waiter arrived immediately, as did water and menus. Service started off nicely and remained good throughout our lunch. I wish I could say the same for the food. I was considering the Salmon Poke Bowl, but our waiter explained that the salmon wasn't served sushi-style, so we both ordered the Tuna Poke Bowl ($23.95). The bowls arrived in about 15 minutes, with the wasabi dressing on the side as requested, although technically the cup was placed inside the bowl. The portion was substantial and included seaweed salad, some avocado and a generous amount of grain. Unfortunately, the tuna had a noticeably fishy taste and an unappealing texture. Very disappointing. I left much of it untouched, along with quite a few of the other ingredients. When our waiter asked whether I wanted to take the remainder home, my answer was definitely no. Would I return? Probably not. I'd be more inclined to try some of the other restaurants in the area in search of better-executed cuisine.

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The Local Kitchen & Drinks - Nacho's from the appetizer menu to share w/table.

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The Federal - The bar at the Federal. Nice liquor and wine selections!

The Federal

4.2(214 reviews)
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Sadly they've closed this location From their site:…read more THE FEDERAL IS CLOSED We would like to thank all of our guests for their support over the last seven years. Unfortunately we have made the difficult decision to close the restaurant permanently. The current economy and ever increasing costs make it impossible to continue. We will continue operating our sister property, Stazione di Federal and will honor all outstanding gift cards there.

Casual Class. Tucked behind Not your average Joe's. Best to park in larger lot then walk between…read moreboth burger locations. Hosts were friendly but overkill for mid-week. Didn't see the need to have 3 ladies standing in one spot at 6pm mid-week, looking bored at best. Plenty of high top seating in the lounge or on bar side for 2-4 people. Great place for a quick bite, after work meet/up (or even a romantic dinner if you reserve the high table near the fireplace). Waitress was very nice and attentive. Great cocktail & wine selection. Crab stuffed shrimp and an entree is plenty for 1 person. Rib eye was phenomenal. Sauce wasn't needed. Crab cakes were just ok. I didn't understand the chip like flakes that were added on top. Small portions, but yet filling. I couldn't finish the large tiramisu which was also very good. The added morsels gave it a nice touch. Overall, good for locals, nearby employees or shoppers.

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Amuleto Mexican Table

4.0(308 reviews)
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Hailing from California by way of Houston, i have high standards for Mexican food -- and was…read moreprepared to be disappointed by the Mexican food out here in the Northeast. Compared to other places I've tried here, Amuleto was not bad! I liked the quesabirria tacos (which came with consommé!) and side of rice. The servers seemed to be Spanish speaking and overall it gave me a feeling of authenticity. The margarita options were good but I was disappointed by the lack of frozen options (seems no common here). I liked their amuleto with Mezcal! It was strong and tasty!! One of my table mates had a carne asada plate which was heaping and looked awesome! I want to get that next time!

Enchilada family meal is still THE best! The taco kit is a banger too! You think it looks like not…read moreenough but it is! The homemade tortillas are delicious! Family Taco Bar Kit $69 Makes 8-10 Tacos, Choose 2 filling and choose up to 5 Toppings. Plus, 24oz of your choice of Rice, 24oz of Beans and a order of Guacamole, Roasted salsa & Tortilla Chips They've added a bunch more options to choose from in the family meal menu: 2 taquito options, fav sides, taco ready kit Kids are obsessed with the plantains! Guac & salsa are always fresh. Tried the queso but wasn't a fan, probably not the right takeout choice. Summer has moody blocked off with out side seating. Park on side streets or side lots

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