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

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

We had a fantastic experience at Eva! This was a busy Saturday morning during BU graduation weekend and we were able to get a table on the patio immediately which was a nice surprise. Our server was extremely friendly and it was the perfect weather to sit outside. We had blood orange mimosas and the eggs Benedict and both were delicious. We will definitely be back again for the eggs Benedict and to try more of the menu read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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last min dinner decision while in boston, they were able to slip us in on a Saturday night. Nice indoor and outdoor vibe on newbury street with lots is seating. Our server was nice and patient. We had originally ordered the olives but ended up switching it for the goat cheese dip because the olives weren't pitted which we found weird but our server made it seem like it was completely normal lol? but we absolutely loved the goat cheese dip, so yay for the mix up? Oysters were really good here, unfortunately didn't give any hot sauce and by the time i was able to ask for some, they brought our entrees so our table was overflowing. The pizza with different cheeses and apple was soo good and i also got the mussels which were decent and a great portion size for the price. To finish it off we got the chocolate mousse which was absolutely delightful and a great way to end the meal. I would recommend Eva's and come back here! read more

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I was walking around Newbury street and decided not to Yelp but to just try out a spot with a cute patio and boy was I in for a treat! The menu looked amazing and it WAS. It was French meets Mediterranean with a splash of coastal and the wine menu is VERY French. I was seated immediately in a quiet section with several booths on the entryway wall. The ambiance is gorgeous and the booths are definitely cozy but far enough apart to not feel like a cafe. The waiter greeted me immediately, gave an impressively thorough rundown on the menu and sold me on the lamb chops. Sue me, I love lamb. So it was lamb and Syrah, which is hard to find and high key my favorite red!!! The one was PERFECTION. The lamb chops though?!??? I was ready to jump up and down in my seat. A happy dance does not do credit to what I WANTED to do with a single taste. First of all, there were three chops- fresh, well cut without a ton of fat, but lamb is lamb, and seasoned well but not over-seasoned thankfully, because the couscous was DIVINE. I've had couscous in many preparations, but never like this! Spicy, creamy, tomatoey, and the absolutely perfect seasoning foil for the lamb. The broccolini, which I typically love, though, was meh. The stalks were thin, but incredibly fibrous, making them very nearly inedible chewy... fortunately, there were only three small pieces lol. It really was the perfect micro portion, but every bite was perfection. Because everything was so good, I tried to order the flourless chocolate torte because I knew that my taste buds deserved that experience. Alas, they were out. I "settled" for the banana bread pudding with whipping cream and berries. Epic. The berries were fresh and crisp and the banana was not overdone. I don't think they do anything poorly and I hope to return to Boston and visit again. read more

Eva Boston - Banana bread pudding - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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What a wonderful restaurant! We had a large party on a Friday night and they were amazing accommodating us. We needed to make a change to the reservation the morning of and Shannon was extremely helpful. She is such a nice, upbeat person and so happy to make sure we had what we needed. The restaurant is super cute, too. We sat inside, though I'd love to sit outside next time I go. There was lots of greenery that made it so cozy looking. The food was also exceptional. We ordered several pizzas, salad, appetizers - get the mezze platter (the whipped goat cheese is out of this world), the octopus and tuna tartar - burger, steak and gnocchi. Everything was fantastic! Their espresso martinis were also phenomenal. I also ordered the Bad Blood mocktail but added Prosecco to it. Delicious! read more

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My second time here. We sat indoors this time on the second floor. It was a beautiful view of Newbury Street. Our server was Dario. He very nice and kind. Since it was already late in the afternoon we decided to just order appetizers. Calamari Locally sourced fried squid rings served with fried pickled peppers, lemons, and hous-made tartar sauce Brussel Sprouts(Veg) Roasted brussel sprouts mixed in with roasted squash served over pomegranate labneh. Topped with homemade candy pecans. Cauliflower(Veg)(Gf) Whole cauliflower head roasted with harissa honey, served with tahini sauce and fresh herbs All delicious! read more

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The service was great. The atmosphere was great and very clean. The food was great! Everything was great about this place the only thing was though I would like more bathrooms in there because the amount of people that were there the bathroom lines were very long. read more

Eva Boston - Burger and fries ( half of the original size) - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went to Eva on a nice day and sat outside. The place was super busy but we were sat right away. LOVE that the drinks are all named after Taylor Swift songs. Food was really good and the staff were all super nice and attendant. read more

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

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Visited Eva midday on a Tuesday and was seated immediately. This restaurant includes indoor and outdoor seating (the outdoor seating has umbrellas to block harsh sun). The ambiance inside was minimalistic but pretty. I ordered the Fried Swordfish Tacos, Cheeseburger Spring Roll and the Lobster Roll and the Spinach Artichoke Dip. The Swordfish tacos were tasty, however I was expecting for a larger portion of fish on each taco. The flavors were well balanced which made for a good bite. The cheeseburger spring rolls were a bit heavy - but decent. The lobster roll was straightforward and delicious. The Spinach dip was great, perfectly cheesy and warm and a great ratio of spinach/artichoke to cheese. The Pita Chips were crispy and light and nicely salted My server was good, she was not very talkative but she was sweet. She was attentive to my table. read more

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First and last time at this spot unfortunately. The space is cute and sunny and our servers were friendly. Everything else was a big miss. The scrambled eggs tasted like they were from a holiday inn bar, 2 pieces of sad bacon and stale toast for 18 dollars is insane. On top of the food being bad, the manager without warning and under 1.5 hours asked us to leave rather rudely as we were finishing our coffee to make way for a new group. Typical overpriced Newbury nonsense read more

Perfect place for Valentine's Day with daughters-great food and a nice place that is lovely to look at and not too stuffy. The service is so nice--the people are friendly it feels very family like. This place stays high on my Newbury Street list!! read more

Came to Eva's for dinner--despite being crowded, the service was super quick (we were done with our meal in less than 45 minutes)! the interior was pretty--quite simple, although it was a bit cold since we were seated close to the door in February. Both the burger and shrimp scampi were great--the falafel was soft and flavorful and the shrimp scampi was flavorful. read more

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

My family and I ate at Eva during the Boston Marathon, as we were looking for a convenient location for our son to warm up and recover after running the marathon while we waited for our second son to finish. My first son was mildly hypothermic and needed support from EMTs, and the staff was incredibly supportive and welcoming and never made us feel rushed or that we were taking up too much space -- I can't say enough about how kind and hospitable the team at Eva is!! read more

This visit was long-awaited, since I often tell myself "I should try this place out" every time I pass by while shopping in the neighbourhood. I was glad to finally have the chance to come by for a Sunday brunch; we had reservations for 11:30 am, but when we arrived there were still a decent amount of tables free for seating. The decor is really nice - a light, relaxing feel - that I personally didn't predict from the more ordinary-looking exterior. They have a wide selection of cocktails / various brunchy alcoholic drinks, but sadly they only had a handful of options for hot drinks :( I went with a green tea, which was a bit meh (also kind of strange that it came in a glass mug). That being said, I dunno how many people order tea at brunch anyways, so maybe this one's on me. We ordered the eggs benedict with bacon - really quite good! The eggs were nicely prepared, there was a generous serving of bacon, and the english muffins were not too dry or dense. I also really liked the potatoes, which were well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Definitely would recommend! We also had the (red) shaksuka, which was surprisingly tasty - tomato flavour was strong and powerful, with a very healthy spice profile; and the eggs complimented the heavier sauce really. (I dipped my potatoes in the sauce a lot.) Sourdough was a good pairing, although we wish there were more proportionally to match the amount of shakshuka. ALSO do note that, while the menu says 3 eggs, it only came with 2 :( All in all a very good experience and at a lower price point than I expected. I would love to come back and try some of the other dishes I saw other tables order (breakfast pizza?!) - can't wait! read more

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I'm kind of surprised by the reviews and ratings. Came here last night with a group of five. The vibe was bustling, filled on a Friday night, in the center of Back Bay. We didn't have a reservation but the wait was less than 30 minutes around 8:30-9. Menu highlights. The spinach artichoke dip was the best I've ever had! Not too creamy and had an element of spice. It is a must. The street corn off the Cobb was delicious, as were the lamb meatballs. The Cobb Salad was large and flavorful. I would say I was less excited about the Margherita pizza and tuna tartar in terms of favorites. Service was attentive. I'd come back! read more

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I have wanted to try Eva's brunch for a while, and it did not disappoint. I had the truffled mushroom toast, and it was so delicious. The combination of flavors was amazing, and it was very filling! My friend had the avocado burrata toast, and she really enjoyed it too. The presentation of the food was also incredible , which is always a great plus. The staff were friendly, and the restaurant itself is beautiful - it has a gorgeous view of Newbury Street, and the place has such a cute and chic vibe. I really enjoyed this brunch, and I would definitely go back and have it again! read more

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Came for the Short Rib Gnocchi, and my goodness I would come back for that again and again. Seriously, one of the most delicious gnocchi dishes I have ever had in my life!! Pillowy gnocchi, rich cheese sauce, topped with perfect braised short rib - I would love to have this for my last meal. We also got the Calamari to share which was excellent - tender not overcooked like they can be at times, excellent homemade tartar sauce, generous portion, came out very quickly after we ordered it. My friend got the roasted chicken and she enjoyed it! Generous portion there as well! 4 stars not 5 because dessert fell a bit short considering how excellent the meal was (we got the Orange Chocolate Tart - it tasted a few days old, the crust was like a brick to cut through) and we felt a bit rushed during dinner by our server. It was busy but not insanely packed, so we weren't sure what was going on there. *Shoulder shrug* - it didn't take away from how delicious the Gnocchi was! :) read more

Eva really came in clutch for late night dining - we arrived at 10:20pm and were pleasantly met with a feast of meal right before the kitchen closed their food orders. Spicy broccoli: Who says veggies can't taste good? The broccoli was the perfect texture and seasoned well with chili flakes and spicy labneh, Must also note this converted my broccoli-hating boyfriend into a fan so that's really saying something about this dish haha Brick-oven spinach artichoke dip: get this for lots of cheesy goodness and good spinach flavor - pairs really well with the parmesan pita! Braised short rib gnocchi: great flavors all around with the creamy parmesan sauce and tender short rib - would highly recommend It's rare to find such a solid place open at late hours and would honestly come back any time of the day/night to enjoy more great food :) read more

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If I could give this place a negative star, I would. Everything about the service here is basement level awful. When we were sat at a table, they put us in some dark corner by a bunch of plants and swarming bees / wasps. The table next to us looked like they were playing pickle ball with their napkins trying to swat them away. I had asked if they could possibly move us since I had a napping toddler in a stroller and didn't want him to get stung. When I went up to the hostess, a woman with multi colored hair (presumably a manager?) was reprimanding her about something -- come in, in front of guests and at the hostess stand? I didn't think she would be very accommodating just based on that first impression She basically told me she couldn't do anything about it since she couldn't control the bees. There were literally about 10 other tables open... I've worked in customer service roles and I know it's not easy or possible to make everything perfect for everyone, but I think when it comes to safety and little kids and fairly simple requests -- be a bit more accommodating. "Sorry I know we sat you next to a wasp nest and I hope your sleeping child doesn't get stung but too bad if he does - that's nature". I don't have enough words for how poorly that was handled. read more

Beautiful new restaurant on Newbury Street! I came here for a late lunch with my friends on a Saturday and it wasn't too crowded indoors. They have outdoor seating as well, but we preferred the aesthetics of the interior. Our server Julio was very attentive and made sure we got everything we ordered in a timely manner. We got a handful of dishes to share and here's my review on the food, listed from favorite to least favorite: Fried Calamari ($17) One of the best calamari I've had! The calamari was lightly coated so it didn't taste too heavy or greasy. It came with a side of tartar sauce that was very unique. I believe it had some pesto in it which made it extra tasty! Creamy Garlic Mussels ($22) Huge portion of mussels submerged in a thick white wine sauce. The sauce was the star of the dish - it was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor! The dish came with 2 slices of bread that we just let soak in the sauce. Cobb Salad ($17) I'm usually a skeptic when it comes to ordering a salad at a restaurant because they tend to be one dimensional. But oh man, this salad was delicious! It had a mix of everything lightly coated in buttermilk ranch dressing. Steak Tips & Fries ($28) Steak tips were marinated well and cooked perfectly - they were tender and flavorful. The dish came with a generous portion of fries and truffle aioli on the side. House-Made Lamb Meatballs ($16) Portion was small for this dish. It only came with 3 quarter sized meatballs and the outside was a bit dry. However, my friend really enjoyed the mint labneh and used it as a dipping sauce for the fries. Shrimp Fra Diavolo Brick Oven Pizza ($22) Pizza was cooked well, but it was mostly dough. The Aleppo pepper gave it a nice kick, but we would've liked the pizza more if it had more of the toppings. read more

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Stopped in here on a gorgeous Sunday evening and thought the experience would be better since this used to be Cafeteria and now its called Eva. The menu looks like it is all over the place; more mediterranean for sure and very expensive. The patio is nice but there are a ton of small birds flying around especially when there is food around. We didn't want to eat but if you want to sit outside its actually a MA state law to order food so with our cocktails we ordered the Olives which were good and the Baby Ganoush which wasn't. I did end up sending the Baby Ganoush back and they took it off the bill so that was nice of them. I have had this dish before at many Greek or Mediterranean places and it did not taste the same; it was chunker and lacking flavor. The cocktails were just ok too. Not very balanced in my mind but they looked too pretty to even drink. The food did look good coming out to other tables since Falafel is one of my fave foods. Not sure if I will try this place again but it might be worth it if your in the area. Would love to know how the food is for sure. Cheers read more

Eva Boston - Drinks - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came to Eva today for breakfast with friends. We had a 10 AM reservation and arrived a few minutes before they opened the doors at ten. The inside is a bright space with a nice variety of seating and a small bar. We ended up sharing the dulce de leche pancakes and individually having the steak & eggs, two eggs plate, and (since I had already eaten not too long before) a side of scrambled eggs and home fries. The dulce de leche pancakes were light and fluffy, although they were also light on the dulce and did not come with syrup. The home fries were really good, and overall, the portion sizes were larger than what I expect in Back Bay. We had a round of mimosas as well. Our server was friendly and attentive. I'd come back here! read more

Wonderful little spot on Newbury nicely decorated. Seated upstairs for lunch on a 90+ degree day and wouldn't recommend doing again as it was very hot even with the air conditioning and no shades down for the beautiful bay like windows! Server was wonderful and efficient though clearing plates between course inconsistent. Ordered the calamari which had a ton of tentacles (which we love) but no ringlets...instead they l;looked like the ringlets were cut into slivers and mixed and some hot peppers. The mediterranean salads with chicken and one with falafel were tasty but pricey. The Eva burger is a smashburger that is cooked well done and was very good with the bacon added. The red sangria was underwhelming at $17 a pop as it didn't taste as if the brandy, triple sec and accompanying fruit had been steeped long enough and little bubbly taste was non existent (sprite, seltzer?). $190 lunch for three with tip was way too pricey but still a decent experience but likely not again. read more

Love 'Open Newbury' on Sundays in the Summer when the street is closed to traffic. Perfect for patio and street dining. Tried Eva's patio today because it was hot but not humid. The tuna tartare was outstanding. Good serving of tuna. The burrata was good but a bit boring- had 3-4 cherries and some pistachios. I ordered a side of delicious pita because it wasn't served with any bread. The server was great but the bar was very slow. I ordered my drink before I ordered food. I was halfway through my food when the server returned to tell me they were out of the limoncello for one of their signature craft cocktails. I chose a different drink. It arrived as I ate my last bite of food. The food service was much faster than the bar but both the food and drink were good. I probably wouldn't order the burrata again as it wasn't really special- but it was good. There was a busker performing on the street- nice to have live music with brunch. read more

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I never leave reviews but this place is just bad. Burger not edible and chicken pita barely edible. We were sat at a table with a dozen bees and staff didn't care. 5 people and tip was included in bill otherwise would have left 10%. I would give 2 stars but tip included in the bill. read more

we scored a table outside with no res and only a 10 min wait! the decorations were pretty and there were a bunch of tiny flags up for 4th of july. i was soooo bummed when they ran out of the creamy garlic mussels - it sounded so delicious. but we ended up getting the clam pizza and the short rib gnocchi. clam on pizza is interesting... very chew but i'm glad i tried it!! the sauce was creamy and good to pair. the short rib gnocchi was FANTASTIC. the short rib was sliced into tender pieces and spread over the gnocchi - what a fun pairing! i got a lavender gin drink which was also so delicious and had a strong flavor of lavender - EXACTLY what i love!! service was ok, could be better, would've been nice if we were checked up on a bit more. other than that great experience! read more

Eva Boston - Braised Short Rib Gnocchi, clam pizza (special) - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They have 90 minute slots for the tables, which is common and totally fine. The problem is they came over to our table to rush us out for the next party when we still had 15 minutes in our slot. We had ordered two appetizers, everyone got an entree, and we had just gotten our third round of drinks when they told us we had to move to the bar. Totally unacceptable, will not be back! The food itself is just fine, the decor could definitely use some improvement. read more

We found this spot as we were walking Newbury St. great location and good vibe inside. Everything we ordered came out quickly. Food tasted great. They even have some specialty drinks inspired by Taylor Swift. read more

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I typically don't leave reviews, but the service at this place was so bad I feel I should warn others. We were seated outside around 6:30pm on a Saturday. The restaurant wasn't busy, yet I was never approached by wait staff to fill my cup with water, or even take my order! My party of three waited for 30 minutes outside while other patrons around us were being served food and drinks. I know it sounds ridiculous and untrue, we were in disbelief ourselves as the minutes ticked by without any interaction from wait staff. Don't bother coming here if you are in a hurry. However, if you want somewhere nice to sit where nobody will talk to you, this might be the perfect place. read more

One of my favorite brunch places on Newbury Street! I got the egg Benedict and my friend got the frittata. We were able to get a table even though we didn't have a reservation which was great. They have two floors and I'd definitely recommend getting a table on the second floor since you get a good view of Newbury street! read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Sunday, April 14, 2024 @ noon The food was pretty good, we choose from the brunch menu and had eggs benedict and eggs, bacon and toast. Toast was dry no butter. No butter, salt, pepper or any condiments were available on the table. It was a good day in the city and we had reservation and choose the indoor seating. It was our first time at Eva and we were celebrating a birthday. It would have been nice to have been seated upstairs with a view. However, we were placed downstairs with no view and poor service. We tried to get the attention of our server Katherine E without success. read more

I had a great experience at Eva the other night! I loved the kale caesar salad, it was perfectly savory. The waiters were very kind and welcoming when we entered. I also love the displays of flowers and string lights in the outdoor seating area. read more

Sat at the bar for a drink and a meal while here on business. Eric was my bartender and was a gem. He made a delicious espresso martini to my liking (love that!) and was an excellent conversationalist. The falafel burger was decadent and the fries crispy. Cocktails balanced and the ambiance reminded me of a Santa Barbara restaurant. read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A great place to grab brunch on Newbury street! It is so aesthetic inside and their menu is pretty simple but sometimes that's really all you need! The service was extremely friendly and VERY quick. One thing that was lacking was a brunch drink menu. They did have the typical mimosa and spritz, but nothing more than that. Next stop: going back for their dinner! read more

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Came here the day before Thanksgiving for a child free date. I guess that's the point of a date right? Very glad we came in! I heard great things about the spinach dip. I have to say my husband looooved it. It wasn't my favorite. Not because it wasn't prepared well. It was perfect. But it was a little creamier than I prefer. I love cheesy cheesy this was creamy cheesy. Creamy is hard for my stomachless self. But my husband very much enjoyed 1) having it to himself and 2) the leftovers. Lunch. I had the caprese sandwich. This was warm. I'm used to cold caprese sandwiches but I enjoyed it! I ate the second half cold. I'm weird. My husband enjoyed his grilled chicken/linguica sandwich. The white sangria is so delicious but oh so very strong just so you know! I read mediocre reviews between Yelp and google Re the "slow service" but I want to say , if you are in a rush , go to Burger King. Otherwise just enjoy your company. Enjoy your time. The servers do what they can with the staffing they have. We will be back. So much on the menu to try. There's something for everyone here!! read more

Truly the worst restaurant experience I've ever had. To start, I had a reservation at 6;45 inside. The hostess sat 2 parties ahead of us and then had us wait 10 minutes until she could "find" a table when there were 5 tables for 2 available. When we finally did sit, within 5 seconds, the waiter came over and told us we had to order within the next 5 minutes because he was busy. When we asked for more time, we hadn't even looked at the menu, he rolled his eyes, demanded we order right away and said he would be back in a minute. We left of course but not until we relayed our experience to the manager. He did nothing but say "he said that?" No offer to rectify. Nothing. Needless to say, I will never go back. read more

We went here for Brunch and the food was soooo good! My husband and I split our meals as I couldn't decide what I wanted. We got the egg white Fritada and the tres leches pancakes. Both were good. The fritada came with potatoes on the side (not mixed in like a normal fritada) but they were very good. Cute decor, well lit. It was quite so not sure if it is always that way or just a hidden gem! read more

Eva Boston - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Excellent food quality. Great service as well, John was great. They have a nice variety of local beers. read more

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Overall rating: 2 stars Issues with the staff and there's way less food than what you pay for Food: Mediterranean Our fish was extremely over seasoned and saltier than the Dead Sea Went for brunch and honestly will not come back, it's empty for a reason Texture: the fish's texture was soft and flaky, it was just overly salted I sent it back politely and received plenty of attitude from the waitor Pricing: too pricey for what you get Ambiance: It is well lit and has a view of Newbury St. it may be nice to some but it was bland to us Seating & Parking: no parking and plenty of seating (we had asked for a bigger table since Eva was practically empty but the staff gave us a very condescending attitude and sat us in a smaller section) there is indoor and outdoor dining but due to it raining we opted for indoors Service: needs improvement and staff should be required to take etiquette classes Bathrooms: male and female bathrooms Final comments: AVOID FOR BRUNCH, staff are beyond mean read more