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    Estragon

    3.8 (540 reviews)
    ModerateTapas Bars, Spanish
    Open 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Jenny X.

    Came here with a big group and got a lot of food to share! Good: - Nice upscale vibes and formal service - The paella here was huge - it wasn't anything super special but just was filling which helped at the end of our meal - The garlic shrimp was small but each one was so good - I liked the blood sausage! Can't say I've had that before anywhere else - but with the bread it tasted extra good - So much variety on their menu you can't go wrong! Bad: - A bit too dim inside - The food took a while to come out - Pricey overall Overall this place had some solid food choices, was very filling too!

    Tien N.

    Food was okay, not as authentic as I thought. Very disappointing. Ambiance and service was good. The gambe shrimp was very salty. The fried cod was good fresh and tender.

    Pincho de Pollo
    Kyara B.

    Came on a Saturday night. The ambiance was great for date night with low lighting and Spanish styled decor. They had a mix of table and lounge seating. Patatas Bravas - Perfectly pillowy potatoes with a spicy ketchup like sauce. This and the Spanish Ratatouille worked really well together. Brussel Sprouts - Blackened crispy brussel sprouts with a spicy romesco sauce. Looked burned due to the color but was not at all. Loved how seasoned these were. Artichoke Spinach Empanadas - So heavenly. Probably my favorite thing we got. The filling was seasoned and filled to perfection. The crust was crispy throughout as well. Loved that it came with 2 sizable empanadas. Spanish Ratatouille - This reminded me of shakshouka. It had rich tomato flavors with tons of veggies. The portion was pretty large and it came with 2 pieces of bread. Mushroom Tapa on Toast - Plenty of mushrooms in a sort of gravy sauce. I wish the bread was a tad more toasted but the mushroom topping was phenomenal. Mojito - Not your average mojito and it was for the better! They added a splash of pineapple juice to make it sweet and had just enough mint that you remembered you're drinking a mojito. Absolutely loved this one! The staff were beyond friendly and every single item we ordered was so so delicious! Absolutely loved Estragon. They had tons of vegetarian and vegan options too. Can't wait to come back!

    Churros
    Gabrielle K.

    Everyday reminds me of just how alike I am to Dory in Finding Nemo. I forget everything and mix and match the wrong terms to the wrong thing. So when I recommended this place to my friends to visit I kept calling it estrogen lmfao not really realizing what I was saying. Any, Estragon is a quiet spot that really would not have been on my radar if someone had not brought it up to me. Like many spots in the south end it has its own personality with comfy couches with fun patterns, colorful walls, cutesy decor and a random bookshelf with books that separates the two halves of the restaurant. It just felt like I was going to visit a friend. Our friendly and older server Isabel was so sweet and nice. She let us know about the specials for the night which all sounded delicious. Tell me why the mocktails were only a dollar different from the cocktails...... regardless it was good, not strong but very yummy. It was also national Mojito day but I ended up getting a Margarita but I needed one. It had been a rough week. My favorite thing was the paella which came with two different types and was so buttery and BIG. Seriously, the server gave us a warning before we ordered. We locked in and ate every piece of it... Potatoes and croqueta were a must since they are a staple for tapas. The churros were not the usual thick ones you see at carnivals but the thin ones shaped like pears with chocolate drizzled on top. Perfect way to end the night. Took a quick bathroom break after the meal and even the bathroom is a ball of fun. Another great gem nestled inside of the south end. What we got Hibiscus Margarita Sol y Sombra paella Tortilla Española Patatas Bravas Croquetas de Jamon Churros $$ Service 9 Food 8 Atmosphere 9

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    Gloria L.

    Came for Dine Out Boston and we were happy we picked this place. For drinks, we got the hibiscus margarita, which was very delicious and strong. We basically got all the different options they gave (4 dishes - 1 starter, 2 main, and 1 dessert). Our favorite was the CARRILLADA (beef cheek). It was so soft and melt in your mouth. But everything we ate was delicious, just a lot to mention. And we added paella mixto as an addition to our experience, extremely filling and lots of flavor. Overall, it was an amazing experience, will go again when it's their regular menu.

    Empanadillas de Verduras
    Caroline S.

    Cool interior, decent food, yummy drinks. We came for Dine Out Boston and we left super full and satisfied. Though I wouldn't say this place serves the best tapas in town, I would say their menu options are quite unique! Personally loved the croquetas, skewers, and their bread. Their sangria was also yummy. Service was also really nice and attentive. They served the food at a good pace and frequently checked in on how we were doing (it wasn't overbearing). The only thing I would note is the price -- definitely on the pricy side but the portions are pretty decent!

    Gambas al Ajillo
    Tuli S.

    Update 2022! We come here all the time!! The bartender that I previously mentioned has been gone for a few years now. Now we have Sahil who is literally amazing! I love seeing him every time we visit. Our go to items are still the same. Estragon has been super consistent over the years! Gambas Al Ajillo - Big shrimp! Perfectly garlicky Chuletillas de cordero - Love this and we order it every single time. The lamb is a perfect medium rare and the cauliflower mash is sooo good! We rotate through a few other things (patatas/croquettes) and will randomly try something new once in a while. We had the carrillada (braised pork cheeks) and it was a great portion as well as a nice change from our typical choices. We've also recently tried the xoxolata (chocolate mousse with olive oil). Omg to die for. Don't forget to mix the olive oil in BEFORE taking a bite.

    Hibiscus Margaritas in front, mocktail mojito in back
    Christine L.

    I've been here a few times to celebrate various work occasions, but most recently I came here for Dine Out Boston with friends! I love Estragon because they have a pretty large menu and all of the food is truly amazing as it's super flavorful. My favorite dishes overall are the Tortilla Espanola, Garbanzos Fritos, Gambas al Ajillo and Croquetas de Jamón. During restaurant week, I decided to try different things here with my friends, specifically items that aren't on their usual menu. To start off, I got the hibiscus margarita. I didn't really like this drink in all honesty. I thought it was a bit too sour for my liking. In terms of food, I really liked their Salpicon de Mariscos, which was octopus, mussels, shrimp & squid dressed in Spanish vinaigrette. The seafood was very fresh and paired well with the vinaigrette. My friends and I also got the Gambas Al Ajillo, which is sauteed garlic shrimp. This is one of my all-time favorite dishes here. You can ask for extra bread to dip the olive oil/garlic sauce in and it's absolutely delicious. For dessert, I got their Crema Catalana, which is essentially like a creme brulee. This was really good as well, but not as creamy as I would have liked it. I enjoyed how it tasted though! I also tried their churros, which were a bit hard on the inside. I also wish they gave us more chocolate for the churros. My favorite dessert here is easily their Xocolata, which is a chocolate mousse. This is an olive oil mousse with some flakey salt that really brings out the richness of the chocolate. The mousse is also very smooth and a great way to end a meal here. Overall, when I was working around here, it was a nice place to grab a meal with coworkers after work. The vibes and atmosphere of the place are very chill and cozy. However, parking is fairly difficult around here. It is all metered street parking and it is near Boston Medical Center. I really like Estragon, but some of their dishes are on the pricier end.

    Cod bacaloa
    Daniel C.

    We ordered several dishes in part to have a basis to review. Here's what we found. Service and atmosphere: very good, though location is in a bit of a desolate part of the south end if I'm honest Drinks: solid A: both the frida kahlo and gimlet were excellent Really really good: Patatas bravas Alcachofas (fried artichokes) Shishitos Good: Gambas (shrimp with garlic) Ok: Fried chick peas (sort of a bar snack, not bad if you set your expectations appropriately) Not good: cod bacaloa Tasted a bit rubbery and fishy, they comped that dish Overall we're comparing this to Barcelona and Toro, both of which are better, but on the other hand Estragon is an easier reservation.

    Pisto manchego
    Sophie S.

    So delicious (the toasts are a must try!! You get to chose 4 flavors), and the service was amazing. Our waitress was incredibly kind and made us feel very comfortable. The inside aesthetic was also very cool & swanky. Would absolutely go back again!!

    Woo K.

    Loved it. I ate here relatively early so it was empty at first. But it got really busy, really quickly . The restaurant is on the smaller side but cute. The food was amazing! Chorizo, empanadas, homestyle potato's, chicken skewers, garlic shrimp, braised beef, croquettes, lamb, etc etc. I've had Spanish tapas before and this place really reminded me why I loved them so much. The depth! The flavor! New breeding of spices and flavors that was so pleasing to the palette. I had to ask for extra bread to dunk that bad boy into the sauces and scrape what's left. My favorite was the chorizo. So delicate and yet so bold. My least favorite was the garlic shrimp. Overall a beautiful experience.

    Croquetas De Jamon
    Cindy S.

    I came here during Dine Out Boston. I had a reservation on a Friday night and was seated within minutes. It was pretty loud, so it was hard to have a conversation even with the waiter. The service was good, and we didn't have to wait too long for our food. We did miss one order and got a different dish given how busy it was. Bienmesabe (crispy adobo fish): 4/5 - pretty good but could've used a sauce Croquetas De Jamon: 4/5 - tasty but was a tad salty Alcachofas (artichokes): 5/5 Patatas Bravas: 3/5 - wasn't anything special, just fried potatoes with a neutral-tasting sauce Gambas Al Ajillo (garlic shrimp): 2/5 - no garlic flavor, tasted like boiled shrimp with oil Lamburguesitas: 3/5 - nothing special, tasted too gamey for me Chicharron: 5/5 - crispy and wasn't too salty, tasted better with the sauce Carrillada (beef shank): 2/5 - underwhelming and there was a weird flavor in the meat Xocolata (choco mousse): 5/5 - light and fluffy, very chocolatey and the olive oil wasn't too off-putting Churros: 4/5 - not too sweet and looked homemade I was excited to try this place given the amount of good reviews, but my experience was just okay. None of the tapas really amazed me. I'm not sure if it's because it was during Dine Out Boston or it was later at night, but I probably wouldn't come back again.

    Tiffany T.

    Came by for dinner yesterday. The ambience was really vibey and the service was attentive. Ordered the tapas on toasts and got the Pringa, Alcachofa, Txangurro y Langosta, and the Higaditos de Pollo. I really enjoyed the Higaditos de Polla and the Txangurro y Langosta (the sauce was a little too creamy but overall enjoyed)

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    Superb food and excellent service in a relaxed, homey environment. try the paella and/or the fixed-price option.

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    This is the star of Boston -hands down one of the most lively and fun restaurants in the city. I'd…read morerecommend coming with a small group so you can get seats by the bar, where all the action is. The bartenders and waiters were super sweet, and they were even giving out free drinks throughout the night. The sangria was delicious, and so was the chocolate cake. Tips: Make sure to make reservations. You will have to wait, if you want to be seated and not just hover around the bar its usually a 10- 20 minute wait after your reservation time. It is loud, so if that isn't your thing, maybe skip it. It is most fun after 10 pm. I've been back many times since.

    I came into Barcelona Wine Bar in the South End with a friend after work on a Monday night and sat…read moreat the bar. The restaurant was pretty dead, so we were expecting a relaxed, smooth experience. The prosciutto and cheeses were great -- but let's be honest, it's hard to mess that up. My friend ordered a cheese and meat board and a steak, and I ordered the mushrooms and mussels. After two or three rounds of drinks, I realized my food still hadn't come out. I asked the bartender about it, and he said it could be out in five minutes. I told him that if it was already on the way, we'd take it -- but if it hadn't been put in yet, that was fine and we didn't want it anymore. His response was basically, "If you want it, it'll be out in five minutes." No explanation, no acknowledgment of what happened, and no apology. It felt more like "do you want it or not?" rather than any ownership of the situation. In the end, I never got my food, and it just left a bad taste in my mouth. Not terrible, but definitely disappointing given how quiet it was. The food we did have was solid, but the lack of communication and basic apology knocked this down to two stars for me.

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    I was super excited to try this tapas spot - i loved aesthetic (it really reminded me of an upscale…read morespot in Barcelona) and really enjoyed the dishes we ordered but unfortunately was a bit disappointed overall with the experience The food itself was delicious! We started with the patatas bravas which were crispy, savory, hot, and delicious. The lamb skewers were sooo good - tender and paired so well with the buttery brioche and pickled onions. We also loved the steak and chorizo - sooo delicious with the garlic aioli. Portions are on the small side and you are charged extra for any adds! The service is where we were let down and why I cannot rate any higher. We came on a Saturday afternoon and despite it not being too busy, it took almost an hour for even our first dish to come out. Additionally, it wasn't until after our first dish came out that we were told they were out of two other dishes that we had ordered. Each dish took a long time with delivery and our server was nowhere to be found (never got our water refilled, never checked in on us, and never even checked us out and we had to learn on our own that we use the QR code).

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    1.3 miBeacon Hill

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    Low key, neighborhood hangout vibe. It was packed at 9:15pm on a Saturday. We arrived about 10-15…read moremins before our reservation time but were seated rather promptly. Everyone from the hostess to all the wait staff was lovely, friendly and seemed to genuinely enjoy working there. They acknowledged the note I included about celebrating a birthday which was a nice touch, most places completely ignore the reservation notes. Food was very tasty, we enjoyed everything we ordered. I will say that a couple of the dishes, the bacalao cheeks especially, weren't super elevated and were on the smaller side for tapas, so felt over priced. The basque cheesecake was perfection, super creamy and subtle in the best way. My husband who doesn't even like cheesecake liked it! The only complaint we had was how loud the place was, it was giving college bar with folks literally yelling to be heard. It was so loud I got a noise notification on my Apple Watch. Not what we expected and it really took away from the experience. I would suggest coming in on a different day and time for a more enjoyable experience.

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    Tasca has a lovely cozy vibe and the tapas-style menu is great for sharing…read more They have good selection of vegetarian options -- some were really tasty like the fried eggplant, mushroom croquettes, and veg empanadas. A few others felt a bit too basic, not something I'd usually order at a restaurant. The cheese plate was just okay, and I wish they were a bit more creative with the vegetarian dishes. My husband loved his lamb meatballs, and the fried calamari was also really good. Churros and chocolate pudding were both just okay. Service was excellent though -- super friendly and attentive staff, which made the overall experience better.

    This was a bit of a disappointment. We came on a very quiet weekday evening and the place was…read moretotally empty. Not sure if the lack of other customers contributed to the depressing atmosphere but we were seated in the larger dining section and it felt a little haunted. The food was just not very good, it pains me to say. Another review mentioned how the dishes did not seem to be prepared with any love or effort, which I agree with. The patatas bravas, a mainstay of any tapas menu, was perhaps the worst offender: undercooked, roughly cut chunks of potato with a messy drizzle of tomato sauce on top. Not sure how you mess that up. The bread used on the side of our spicy garlic shrimp was stale and cold. The toasted crostini with Iberian ham was an utter mess for a $19 dish - crudely sliced ham layered on top, making it impossible to take a bite without the ham sliding off; very tough, chewy bread. And the portion sizes were miniscule for the regular price (they do a HH special with $5 tapas which is a way better deal). The creme brulee was way too heavy on the cinnamon and amaretto. Our waitress was sweet and the food came out quickly, so giving some points for that. Parking: They offer a parking voucher for the Whole Foods around the corner; it's a minor pain to have to traverse that particular intersection to put the voucher in your car and then back to the restaurant but free parking is such a rarity in Boston so I'll take it.

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    4.5(660 reviews)
    10.6 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Romantic vibe

    Tapas time! Yes Please!…read more Had dinner here on a whim on a cold Saturday night. As soon as we walked in we noticed the place was jammed packed. We were lucky to get seated at the last two spots at the bar since we didn't have a reservation. The bar seating was actually nice because they had a nice display of liquor to show off. The waitress/waiters were very nice. They quickly got waters for us a couple of glasses of wine. We really like Spanish wines and they had a few Tempranillo wines to choose from so that was nice. We decided to share some Tapas and we were overwhelmed with all the options. Everything looked so good! We finally decided on the sautéed mushrooms, grilled shrimp (gambas), honey eggplant which was a nice sweet surprise and roasted potatoes with a yummy sauce. Everything tasted fresh and had great flavors. The service was great and the staff was very attentive and polite. I am curious now to try their Pallela but that's for next time!

    We enjoyed our visit to this cute tapas bar! We were going to a movie in the area and this place…read morepopped up on the map. I'm glad we stopped in. It's a small space and at dinner time, it's packed. I suggest making a reservation if you plan to come at peak time. It's not fancy but it's good. The staff was working very hard, but for a small staff, they were pretty attentive. We enjoyed all of our food. My favorite was the chicken paella and the chorizo sausage. The prices were also affordable for the amount of food provided. I recommend and I'd stop back in!

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    Barcelona Wine Bar

    4.0(163 reviews)
    4.0 miPorter Square

    Came in for dinner for two, got bar seating right away! The ambiance was very fun, good for any…read moreoccasion, and the service was fast/thoughtful. Dishes from best to worst: Pork Belly: absolutely would order again, very tender and delicious - one of the top pork bellies I can recall Shrimp: the shrimp was tasty, and the oil was delicious with the bread Octopus: really good, nice and crispy and not rubbery Potatoes: crispy and aioli was good, but nothing super special Cod: cod balls were fine, the other customer enjoyed them but personally not my favorite (probably more of a preference thing) Steak: Was a bit disappointed with the steak, was just strips of beef with some sauce Drinks: Sangria: we ordered one to share and the bartender split into two for us without us having to ask, was a refreshing drink Summary: 4/5 overall the food was very good with one or two semi-misses

    If I was dining with a picky eater I would bring them here. Let me explain myself-- everything is…read morecooked and seasoned well, and the massive menu ensures that everyone will find something they can eat. Even if you don't end up liking the dish, the tapas size is small so you're not losing too much. And most importantly, most of the dishes I tried had garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil as the predominant flavor profile. The perfect seasoning profile for a non-adventurous eater! For the more adventurous eaters, I'd highly recommend sampling from their charcuterie and cheese selection. I enjoyed trying different combinations of cheese and meat with the bread to see which flavor profile was my favorite (also a good activity for Remy's friend from Ratatouille). As other reviewers mentioned, you can try a lot of dishes but the tables aren't that big so you have to be a little bit strategic if you want to dip the bread in the leftover sauces.

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    Eggplant Caponata: this was one of the better one I have had

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    4.0(1.3k reviews)
    1.0 miBack Bay
    $$

    Great food and drinks! The biscuits are delicious. Mario was an awesome server! We will definitely…read morebe coming back.

    Buttermilk & Bourbon is awesome. I went for Sunday brunch and let me tell you. AMAZING customer…read moreservice. If you're looking to go for brunch be advised that you should make a reservation ahead of time. I did a walk-in and had to sit at the bar. The bar isn't too bad. But if you're someone like me, (6'2 280lbs) it could be a little tight. At the bar, Dillon and Ricardo were amazing! They were very attentive as soon as I sat down. I was handed the menu with a glass of water. After looking over the menu they took my order. I ordered the New Orleans coffee. Good drink. A little on the sweet side but had a lot of alcohol! To start I had the tater tots. Pretty basic but it had a good seasoning to you! Not just salt and pepper! For the main dishes we had the Southern fried chicken sliders. It was a nice sweet and spicy blend. Not too spicy, just the right amount of kick to you! Also we got the chicken and waffles. As soon as we gave the menu back to them, not even 10 minutes later the food was at our spots. Piping hot and fresh. Mind you, the place was packed! So I'm not mad at that! The chicken thighs were seasoned well and juicy! The only thing I didn't like, was the waffle was kind of soggy and thin. Not like a Belgium waffle that is thick and crispy. But still, not bad. I would recommend trying them out but make reservations for a table.

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    Buttermilk & Bourbon - The other side of the  restaurant. Our reservation was late and we literally were the last to leave .

    The other side of the restaurant. Our reservation was late and we literally were the last to leave .

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    Buttermilk & Bourbon - I can't remember the name of this drink....it was sweet, but good.

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    I can't remember the name of this drink....it was sweet, but good.

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