Interesting restaurant. Probably among the best on Newbury Street for patio dining- huge, unobstructed views, great to see and be seen. But I think it has a bit of an identity crisis. I'm not sure what makes it as Mediterranean as its description, as I've been to tons of Mediterranean places around the world, and they're usually obvious. For Eva? I dunno. Maybe the access to more Mediterranean type sunlight in the summer? Anyway, service is friendly, but could use some training. I never find it useful when staff tell me certain dishes are "good" and "their favorite". I appreciate the sentiment, but a little more description would be good. What's the flavor like? Why is your calamari unique? etc, etc. I had the Tuna Tartare and Calamari for appies. The tuna was decent, but no real character. I eat this daily in LA and Vegas, and almost every restaurant has their unique twist. Eva's is decent, but vanilla. The calamari is as good as expected for Boston- a city I consider as among the best in the country for this dish. You'd be surprised how many cities (even Los Angeles) can't get it right for such a simple recipe. Eva represents. I like that. The tuna sandwich was a disappointment. I love seared rare tuna sandwiches- something the West coast has mastered- but here, the bread overpowered the tuna. In fact, I don't think I was able to actually taste it. It reminded me of my first date with the hottest cheerleader in highschool, who turned out to be the worst kisser ever. Her name was Susan. I think i'll rename their tuna sandwich "Susan". I'd rather you add a couple more bucks to the price, and pump up the tuna, then ever re-order this disappointment. I'm willing to come back and try other menu items, but only if someone else invites me. read more

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My niece and I were shopping on Newbury street and for lunch, we picked this nice restaurant with an outdoor terrace for cool people watching. Our server was busy but she was good. She checked on us a few times and the food came quickly. My Eva burger was delicious. Moist and well seasoned. My niece's wrap (chicken pita) was good. The truffle fries were crispy. Overall a cool and hip place in Boston to have a nice meal. read more

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We ate dinner at Eva before heading to the airport. Newbury street was very busy, but inside Eva there was plenty of seating. The indoor dining area was cute, but the seats outside were full. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our food was brought to the table in good time and arrived as ordered. Overall Eva was a good choice for a meal. read more

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Came for a nice little quick dinner and left feeling pretty satisfied. First, I would like to say that the service here is exceptional, they are very attentive and you can tell that they are passionate in what they do. As for the food, the specialty pizza for that day was a lamb pizza and to be honest it was fine. Personally I will try another pizza, but it was still pretty good. As for the spinach and artichoke dip, it was pretty good and I would try it again. Definitely would recommend their cocktails--they are delicious here!! Overall pretty chill vibes, good food, and great staff. read more

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The place had small town vibe. The food was good, I had the chicken pita I enjoyed. My sink the cruel summer delish. My daughter got the spinach artichoke dip she loved it, what can I say she one of a kind. Her two friends got burgers, they both voiced that they enjoyed. The service was good till change of shift and I was informed another waiter would be taking over, that was fine but nobody ever came over. I had to ask a waitress cleaning another table for the check. I will return because food was good, hopefully not in the middle of change of shift. read more

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Cute place! I went for my anniversary and was treated well, even provided some champagne for free which was great! Definitely more casual than I would've preferred, and not super special treatment. The vibe was a little confusing, the inside was modern, yet vintage-y, and upscale, yet homey. The drinks names were Taylor swift songs, but not the food names. Just felt like they didn't have a specific vision fully executed well. The food was good, but not outstanding, especially for the price. The gnocchi was the standout dish as well as the cheesecake. Probably wouldn't go again, super newbury vibes. I feel like there are better options for the price! read more

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This restaurant is on newbury street so can be difficult to find parking. They have both outdoor and indoor seating. The food is definitely overpriced. We ordered a burger and a side of grilled chicken with a small clam chowder... it came out to over $50 not including tip... the burger was also pretty dry. read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Brunch Review Trendy spot with a lively crowd and upbeat vibe. Brunch dishes are flavorful and well-presented--the avocado toast and pancakes stand out. Drinks are strong, service friendly, and the space bright and stylish. Great for a weekend meet-up. read more

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Stopped here for a quick lunch while out and about on Newbury. It was a cute place with lots of outside seating with umbrellas. We got the chicken pita which was good, the actual pita was yummy. I personally don't eat dark meat so I had to take some of the chicken out of the pita but it was good. The waiter was friendly and it was nice vibe. read more

In the heart of Newbury Street (Boston). This restaurant is perfectly located for walk-in customers that are exploring the shopping district. The restaurant offers fresh Mediterranean food with elevated indoor and outdoor seating. They have a refreshing cocktail menu perfect for brunch. Avocado toast was simple, but fulfilled the expectations for the price point. The chicken salad was delicious and fresh in a large portion size . Absolutely delicious healthy lunch. I especially liked the very fresh light tasting feta. The tuna tartare was shared amongst the table, a great starter appetizer for a group of three. Our waiter was social, funny, and attentive, which made it very easy to order, especially when we had a additional guest join the table. Overall, a positive experience and I would consider returning! read more

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Came here for the first time and it was great! I went with 5 others for our friend's birthday brunch. Located right on Newbury with the stunning yellow and white striped umbrellas on the sidewalk, but we were seated inside which worked out perfectly for our group size and the fact that it was super hot out anyways. Definitely a solid breakfast menu, but I usually go for lunch items. Everyone seemed to really enjoy their breakfast meals but I got the Eva Burger with fries and it was delicious. The star of the show? The Chipotle aloli sauce they put on the burger. So so good. The fries were also just how I like them. Thin and slightly salty. Service was slow but that meant for a chill and relaxing morning celebrating our friend. read more

Eva Boston - Eva Burger with a lemonade - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Lovely little restaurant with great service. We came here for a quick lunch while spending the day shopping. Shared a margarita pizza and had some tomato soup, both were good. They have a lovely patio but since it was hot out we opted to sit inside to take advantage of the a/c. read more

Came here for a work dinner and got seated upstairs which was nice and quiet. Our table had a weird debate on whether we liked the chairs or not, so perhaps you can also discuss this if you decide to dine here. We did not come to a resolution. As for the food, we got lots of appetizers including the calamari, trio dips, tuna crudo, and brussels sprouts --the sprouts were definitely my favorite but most of the apps were good. For my entree I got the fish, but it was very bland, even with all the herbs. For dessert I got the panna cotta which was huge and pretty good. Overall, food was decent minus the fish, but would I come back and pay with my own money? Probably not. read more

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Legit best Caesar salad of all time. The apples and celery in it were a genius touch. I dream of this salad. Everything is always delicious here and I love to eat on the patio. read more

Eva Boston - Kale Caesar Salad - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Excellent food and service our waitress Amanda was exceptional. I really enjoyed the tuna sandwich.

Horrible service. The workers stood around just chatting with one another, which would not have been a problem, if they paid attention to customers. I sat at the bar, and the first bartender was amazing. After she left, no one was behind the bar or even attempted to serve me for over an hour. I also had a menu in front of me, which is usually an indication of wanting food or drink. No one even attempted to see if I wanted another drink. Eva probably needs better management. read more

Really nice experience! The service and ambiance were really the stars of the show in our time at Eva. Our waitress could not have been sweeter and treated us better. She was extremely attentive and incredibly friendly and truly made our experience great. The ambiance sitting outside was wonderful as well. The front patio is gorgeous and the perfect spot for lunch. In terms of the food I had the caesar salad and to be honest it wasnt great. It was borderline flavorless despite the copious amounts of parmesan and sardines. I think it would have been much better if the base was a different green besides kale. The orange wine and Aperol Spritz were fantastic though! Overall would come back for lunch and try something different! read more

Eva Boston - Kale caesar - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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After a long morning walking from Cambridge to Backbay we found a pleasant spot on Newbury Street to enjoy the outside spring weather. We took advantage of a lunch special where we got soup, sandwich and a scoop of dessert. Service was attentive and friendly. It was a great spot to people watch and catch up with an old friend. read more

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The cutest little outdoor area with umbrellas and tons of flowers. The food was pretty quick and the waitress was sweet. The hostess was also very bubbly and kind. My friend got the falafel burger and loved it. I got the chicken pita, which I didn't love. The atmosphere is so cute and the drinks are Taylor swift themed, so definitely going to go back and try something else on the menu! Super cute for a girls lunch, date, etc. read more

Eva Boston - Cocktail menu - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I don't like giving out 5 star ratings. I just don't. I think it limits my ability to award 4 star ratings; it means I have to review like 5 places that must get assigned into the 3-4.5 star range before I can put another in the unicorn bin. Dammit, (as paradoxical as this sounds) I don't like finding ridiculously good dishes or places...not during the meal, but when I comes time to write the Yelp review a day or two later. Because it means I want to go back. Like now. Usually once I've left that town. This is the Boston edition of that sentiment. So, some outliers and biases: it was my first time in Boston. It was snowing its ass off and it was nearly violently cold. It's was the holidays. I had literally just become engaged. The stars, quite simply, were aligned. For soup. French onion soup. On the garden level of Newbury Street the Scientist and I trundled down icy steps and into Eva for lunch service. It's a cozy downstairs bar set up on the garden level for lunch service. Warm, if not slightly bright, seating along the walls and a few low bar tables. Decent sized bar where the staff was waiting come the 2pm hour. Driven inside by snow and wind, we were part of a late Back Bay lunch rush. It's a trip, so I'm over ordering. She got soup to start. Ok. I'll be her Huckleberry and dance the soup dance. She went chowder. Meh. I went continental. Cheese, bread, beef broth in soup form. Why yes. Yes, please. This shit is depthy as Challenger Deep in the Pacific Ocean. Your taste buds think they're at the bottom, then BAM!, the salt reveals the cognac, and now the onions have a pungent sweet that wasn't there a second ago. Do that again, get a piece of bread that's been drowned in said soup, and it that but more. If they offered chairs with seatbelts, I would recommend sitting in one of them. The salad she got as a main was gargantuan. Lots of very fresh lettuce, and then- what am I talking about here? She loves salad. I don't. She said it was great. The fra diavolo pizza was exceptional as well. The shrimp were cut down and places on an extra thin and flexible base, with the Calabrian peppers doing the flambé act on my tastebuds. A touch of red sauce and not too much cheese let the feature ingredients highlight the taste. The crust had a solid bite and had some pull. An average texture-wise pie was knocked up by how good the topping presentation was. And usually, a single dish that isn't to the moon pulls you out of five star status consideration. So why not here? Three words: French onion soup. French onion soup, that is, to this moment in my culinary ramblings across most parts east of the Mississippi, the best I've ever had. read more

Eva Boston - French onion soup - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Located in the heart of newbury. Came here for dinner. We had reservations pretty late in the night but they were very gracious in moving them up for us. The attend also gave us her favorite spot at the place which was very sweet of her. The restaurant was very clean and aesthetic. For drinks, I got the white sangria and it was delicious. It had the right amount of sweetness with the tartness of the fruit. The spinach and artichoke was a classic. It was very creamy and went well with the soft pita bread. The falafel burger was one of my favorites. It was very savory and filling perfect for a vegetarian option. Would love to come back again. read more

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Eva on Newbury Street is definitely a cute spot. The interior is clean, bright, and nicely decorated with a calm, cozy feel. It feels like a nice escape from the busy street outside. The outdoor seating is more lively and has that classic Newbury Street energy, so it's nice that you can choose the vibe you're in the mood for. The service was really good. Our waitress was super sweet and very accommodating. My friend and I wanted to split a burger and fries, and she helped us do that without any problem. I also ordered a Shirley Temple which was $5--fun and nostalgic, and it tasted great. That said, I was honestly disappointed with the food. The burger and fries looked nice but were pretty bland. There wasn't much flavor or seasoning, and it just felt kind of plain. The calamari had a good texture and was cooked well, but again, it didn't have much taste. It felt like everything needed a little more attention when it came to seasoning or flavor. I really wanted to love this place because the atmosphere and service were so nice, but the food just didn't live up to it. It's a great place to sit, catch up with friends, and enjoy the area, but if you're going mainly for the food, there are probably better options nearby. read more

Eva Boston - Eva Burger Calamari Shirley Temples - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Had the best time at Eva recently--an unforgettable experience made even better by George's warm and thoughtful hospitality. He didn't just serve us, he elevated the entire vibe and made a day worth celebrating feel next-level. The food? Out of this world. I ordered several dishes, and one was so good I forgot to even snap a pic--too busy savoring it! Their pizzas are an easy 10/10 (the shrimp one has the perfect kick of spice). But let's talk about the Tuna Tartare--hands down my favorite thing on the menu. I'd make the trip just for that. And don't sleep on the artichoke dip--rich, creamy, and addictive in the best way. Already planning my return. Highly recommend for anyone who loves flavor, great energy, and top-tier service. read more

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Bert place for lunch and dinner and right in backbay Newbury St. Food is anazing and the staff is very friendly. Plenty of parking on weekdays and some weekends. Prices are responsible. read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Patio is lovely but really could use more shaded tables... It's on the sunny side of the street during brunch. The food is fine but not great. The seasonings on the tuna sandwich were not well chosen and the bread was sad. The risotto with the salmon was really dry, which is a weird adjective to use for risotto, though the salmon itself was fine. The clam chowder and mussels were better and satisfying; the tuna tartare also fine. The price feels high, but for Newbury Street, it was very reasonable in the $20-40 range for an entree. read more

We stopped in for a quick cocktail break one afternoon, and we ended up having one of the best bar services we have ever had! The drinks were absolutely amazing and our bartender was the best ever! We told him what drinks we liked, and he produced drink after drink for us like a magician. It was also fun that the listed drinks were named after Taylor swift songs (we are huge swifty's). But seriously, the cocktails were amazing and our short time at the bar was one of the highlights of our Boston trip. Huge kudos to our bartender. I wish I had gotten his name because he was incredible. We highly recommend this bar. read more

Eva Boston - Our phenomenal bartender - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The dip trio was delicious we got the baba ganoush, whipped feta, and muhummara. They were pretty small but the flavor was delicious. I had the black pepper agnolotti and the flavor was very mild but you could taste the black pepper, it was filling. The cocktails were creative and delicious. They let me swap one spirit for a different one and I really enjoyed mine. The rest of my party enjoyed their food as well and we were able to get a reservation for 7 less than a week in advance. Our server was good and the ambience of the restaurant was beautiful. read more

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I've been meaning to try out Eva for awhile and finally got an opportunity to go for brunch on a snowy winter morning! This restaurant is so cute, inside and out. They have a surprisingly spacious dining room at the lower level which I wasn't expecting. It's perfect for larger group gatherings (as long as you make a reservation!). I tried their eggs benedict with smoked salmon and a bit of my partner's breakfast pizza. Both dishes were delicious and presented very nicely. I will say that the service was definitely on the slow end, but we were in no rush at all so it wasn't a problem for us. For a slow, relaxing morning with some tasty breakfast food, we really enjoyed Eva. read more

Eva Boston - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We sat at the bar and were happy to find this restaurant serving food later than a lot of places. The bartender was so attentive! Even close to closing time he heard we were still hungry and quickly came over to make sure to get our last order in of pita chips and humas. Delicious! The atmosphere in the bar could be cuter honestly. But it was a nice place to get out of the cold, grab some drinks and a late dinner. Also really liked the chowder. Very creamy. read more

Eva Boston - Chowder and Chardonnay at the bar - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went there for lunch with a party of 6. Service was quick and attentive. Loved the Taylor Swift themed cocktails. While pricey, the drink was tasty and quite strong. I got the falafel burger for my meal which was delicious and fresh tasting. The truffle fries were perfectly seasoned and made the perfect side dish. Can't wait to go back and try other menu items. read more

Eva Boston - Falafel Burger - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We popped on in because it was pouring outside. Had a lovely lunch. Everything was well flavored and the portions were pretty good for the small plates. He had orange wine, Pinot noir, the burrata, a beef kabob, tuna sandwich with salad. Service was very good thank you Carlos. read more

Eva Boston - Tuna sandwich, burrata, beef - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Experience was very subpar. They took my drink off the table when it was half full. We sat at 8 and the waiter waited until 8:40 to tell us the kitchen was closing in 20 min. Then the bar was also having last call. On a Thursday night in Boston this was shocking. Lastly, we weren't provided nearly enough pita chips for the dips we ordered. Wouldn't recommend. read more

Eva Boston - Dips with no chips. - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Absolutely adored this spot! We came for a pre-dinner happy hour and ordered some cocktails and small plates. Of course we were obsessed with the Taylor Swift themed cocktails all named after her songs! So cute! The staff was also so accommodating to our group that was 3 people larger than our original reservation. We all loved their spinach artichoke dip and the mezze which came with a choice of 3. As a fan of Mediterranean spots, I loved their muhammora! The pita was perfectly crispy and salty. 10/10. Would absolutely come back here next time we're in Boston! read more

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Typical Newbury Street restaurant meaning very busy! We went for Saturday brunch, had a reservation, and were seated right away. The dining room is very loud and we actually had a hard time hearing our server. The service was pretty good, but the bill was delivered before asking us if we wanted dessert. Not a huge deal, but I do like to look at the dessert menu. . Food was pretty tasty. The grain bowl with chicken was sooo yummy! Good portion sizes too. read more

Went here on a whim when deciding where to eat- don't regret it at all! The staff were very kind and the drinks and food didn't disappoint. I got the braised short rib gnocchi and it was amazing. I wish the serving size was - bigger that's how good it was. A good spot to hit if you don't know what to eat, they have so many options you're bound to find something. Definitely recommend sitting outside on the patio if you can :) read more

My gf and I went to Eva on Valentines Day for dinner and it was much better than we expected. For the appetizers we had the Tuna Tartare, Fried Calamari, Mezze (pita & smoked salmon dip), and New England Clam Chowder. Tuna Tartare: must have and highly recommend. Perfect for sharing and you will need to break them to bite size pieces. It is very creamy and savory with a little kick from the spicy mayo. 10/10 Fried calamari: The Tartar sauce was great with the calamari. It was lightly fried and did not feel heavy at all. The calamari was not very seasoned like other restaurants but their tartar sauce compensates for it. 8/10 Mezzo (pita & smoked salmon dip): if you want a light snack I would recommend this as your appetizer but overall nothing special. It is pita with a cold salmon cream mixture. 7/10 New England Clam Chowder: not the best clam chowder in New England but is creamy and savory with plenty of clam. 8/10 For the Main entree we had the braised short rib gnocchi. This is what the restaurant is known for and why we chose to go here. The dish was worth every penny. The sauce it was in was very creamy and addicting. The short rib itself was overwhelming with flavor. Eating the short rib alone was too rich but when you combine the sauce with the short ribbon it transforms into a rich savory balance of flavor. The texture of the gnocchi was bouncy and absorbed the sauce perfectly. 10/10 Service: servers were very attentive and refilled our water as soon as it was low. 10/10 Food: most dish were amazing but not mind blowing. 8/10 Atmosphere: the dim light and smooth jazz like music made it an enjoyable date night for me and my gf. 10/10 read more

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The outdoor ambiance was charming, promising a nice dining setting on a warm day. We ordered from the midday menu provided on our table, including tomato soup, caesar salad, spinach dip, and clam chowder. The food, though delayed, was good. The service, however, was not up to par. Our wait for the meal stretched to 40 minutes, and when we inquired, the waiter incorrectly claimed we had ordered from the dinner menu. I pointed out that our selections were from the midday menu, which we were given upon arrival. No dinner menu was presented at any point. His manner was dismissive, lacking the basic courtesy I would expect in such an establishment. The lack of apology and the waiter's demeanor were disappointing. Still, I don't believe one person's mistake should overshadow the whole restaurant. I hope the waiter takes this feedback as an opportunity to improve how customers are treated. read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The food was DELICIOUS! Brunch was so worth it. Staff is friendly, food presentation and quality was top notch. Highly recommend!

Eva is located in the very center of Newbury Street in Boston. We were drawn to dine here because of the shaded outdoor patio, that gave us a good view of the very busy street in Boston. Of course, the menu that was posted outside was another seller. Our waitress was lovely, she was chatty, friendly, patient and quick. We got two pizzas, the Four Cheese and the Eva Supreme. We also got the Spinach and Artichoke Dip and the Mixed Mediterranean Salad. The dip arrived first. It was a bit spicy with the paprika flakes on top. It was very tasty, and the pita bread was fresh. The salad was very similar to a Greek salad, it was huge, with plenty of fresh ricotta. The pizzas were much larger than I expected. The Four Cheese pizza was my favorite. It is a thin crust pizza, with the most delicious cheeses layered, including some very thin apple slices. This was a masterpiece of a pizza, super flavorful and delicious! The Eva Supreme was a pepperoni pizza with some additional toppings. This was ok, if your favorite is a pepperoni pizza, then you will like this. We had a wonderful time at Eva's. Their food is fresh and delicious, the service is excellent. I'd love to stop by the next time I'm on Newbury Street. read more

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I feel robbed. Robbed that I have walked past this place for YEARS and haven't eaten here until today. I have deep, deep regrets... but lo and behold I can kindly say this is one of the best restaurants on Newbury St. I came here with a friend for a weekend brunch, and I will forever dream of the breakfast burger I had. I am in love forever. I think this was the best burger I have ever had in my entire life. Just writing this review I am salivating again from reminiscence. Let's start from the bun, perfectly toasted with a delicious aioli and butter spread. The patty was cooked to perfection (well-done) and was super flavorful. The cheese... don't even get me started. One of the best melts. Absolutely drooling. The bacon, cooked perfectly, so flavorful and crispy. The egg, oh my goodness, cooked to a perfect medium-- runny and hard yolk at the same time. How this was mastered... a great unknown that only the best at Eva will know. And on the side, a perfect, freshly cut mixed green salad. My friend's sourdough grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup was absolutely incredible as well. I want to start coming here once a week. My Newbury St dining experience is finally complete! read more

Eva Boston - Breakfast Burger -- with egg & avocado - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts