This was my first time visiting Farmstead Table and it was incredible. I loved this quaint, small restaurant tucked away in Newton Centre. The food was outstanding. I loved the fact that the menu was small but interesting. The staff was kind, informative and very attentive. In fact, they let us continue to enjoy the ambiance of the cozy restaurant even as they were closing. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants good food, good vibes and convenient location. read more

I had a wonderful dinner here with my Mom. We sat at the bar and enjoyed our conversation with the bartender. We shared the Winter salad to start, which was delicious with very fresh lettuce and a flavorful dressing. My Mom opted for the Shitake Mushroom Dumplings, which were delicious, and I had the Lemon sole. They have a full bar, curated wine list and several non-alcoholic beverage options. I opted for a sparking hibiscus and rose drink that was very unusual and good. Farmstead remains one of my go to restaurants when I'm in town as the food is locally sourced and dependable, the service is excellent and the space is intimate. It's a great local spot! read more

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The food was amazing. I had some doubts as it was out first time there and usually have a hard time really liking new places. Well, my sole was phenomenal- olives, grapes, orange - love broccolini and the mashed. Empty plate! My husband loved his duck breast and beans. The bread pudding was great too. Very very happy! Will our server was awesome. read more

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My first time at this restaurant, and will definitely return! Everyone enjoyed their food, I got the mussels and fries which were amazing. Our server Callie was so kind and attentive, and made the experience so pleasant. read more

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WHY IS THIS PLACE A 3 STAR?!? This place was absolutely AMAZING and was perfect in almost every way. Let's start on the decor, it's simple, yet it stays with a modern theme that I love. And for all of those people that say there's no music, lemme say that there was and while yes, it was quiet but it was, in fact audible. Our server was probably the nicest and most chill man I've ever seen and was constantly asking is our food was good, if we needed anything ect. He was great and wished us a good night after we were done. Finally the food, the menu was sparse but I ordered an eggplant thing and it was amazing. The flavor was perfect and the sauce was smoky yet sweet. The texture was also not tough but not soft. It was the most perfect thing I've ever had. Now my only complaint is that the outside is a bit un colorful, but that goes along with the theme so it's fine. And the menu being sparse was probably my fault since I'm pretty sure I was only looking at their specials menu. Yeah though, it was perfect and I loved it. The fact that it only has 3 stars is straight up INSANE. read more

Farmstead Table - Eggplant - New American Near Me - Newton, Massachusetts

Went here for brunch , nice little place , food was great , but unfortunately if you have more then 4 people it rather tight in the place and it's not accessible. But it nice place, perfect a girl out breakfast or couples brunch or lunch . Or evening dinner . read more

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Great neighborhood restaurant with a lovely, low-key, rustic vibe. Perfect for a cozy dinner for 3 tired moms. Friendly service. We had the popovers, mussels, Burrata, ravioli and tuna. The mussels were the highlight. Nice drinks. Would return. read more

The food is good. The service is horrendous. The vibe is not friendly at all . They have no ambiance . read more

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We went here for dinner last night and the host was able to seat us right away. The interior is quaint and light with simple, yet cute decor and the atmosphere was relaxed and professional. They had just switched over to a brand new Spring menu which had a lot of creative and thoughtful options. We went with the blistered spring pea and black garlic hummus dish and two asparagus tacos to start. Wow! So much flavor in both of these dishes. The spring peas were fresh and succulent and the black garlic hummus was to die for. The tacos were chock-full with perfectly cooked veggies and so many diverse ingredients. We love eating seasonally and these two dishes checked that box. For our mains, we had the halibut and the prosciutto-wrapped chicken. Both of these were seasoned and cooked perfectly. We wrapped the meal with the chocolate bread pudding with amaretto caramel sauce. It was really hard to determine the best bite of the night as every dish was so unique, flavorful, and prepared perfectly. I have to mention that their wines by the glass are the best I've had in the Boston area. We had a white Burgundy, a rosé from Rhone, and a red from Rhone and they were all magnificent. Top marks for these excellent selections. Our server Jacob was professional, attentive, informative, and really personable. The food and drinks arrived at a nice pace. We couldn't ask for a better dining experience. read more

I love what Amanda & Erika have done for society. The apple cinnamon French toast was just as delicious as it was 15 days ago. We also tried the chicken sandwich, and the grilled cheese both fabulous! The chicken was super moist and flavorful. The grilled cheese was delicious, but also super rich, and paired nicely with the tomato soup! And I remembered to take pictures this time! read more

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Came here for lunch and parking wasn't too bad, we found street parking. We got seated right away. We ordered a basket of popovers which was delicious with the jam and butter. I also got the freshly squeezed orange juice which was refreshing.5!3 grilled cheese was very thick and the cheese was rich and gooey. Tomatoes soup went well with it. We enjoyed our meal! read more

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BEWARE of spoiled meat. We placed a large order for a dinner party. At $32+ per entree this is not an inexpensive meal. Shortly after eating, but before she noticed the discoloration, my guest said her meal tasted off and was nauseous and sick to her stomach, vomiting. Upon investigation we were grossed out and shocked to have been served (blueish/gray) spoiled meat, which had already been cooked, cut, spread and packaged by their chef. What is worse is that when I called farmstead to report the issue I was instructed to email Ericka but never even got so much as a response. So much for caring about your repeat customers. I used to recommend this restaurant to friends and now feel that I need to warn them about visiting instead. We had to wait a while to pickup our food although we called several hours ahead. We are fine with waiting for the food for an extended period but this basic food safety and quality issue and lack of customer service is unacceptable. read more

Farmstead Table - Served meat that's gone bad - New American Near Me - Newton, Massachusetts

Walked in for early brunch. The team was welcoming and we got seated right away. Soon after, the place got busy with reservations. There is a mix of bench and individual seating. They can rearrange tables to fit a larger party or intimate two person dining. The quiche was delicious, flaky crust, good size, not overwhelming and just right with a side. The salad was okay but wish there was a little more than just summer greens. Maybe some cherry tomatoes or cheese crumbs would have been nice. Shakshoka was good, comes with two eggs and nice vegetable mix. read more

Quaint spot that looks like a popular local place. (I'm from out of town.) I went in hoping for a tomato soup & grilled cheese which was on the menu photos on Yelp. But it wasn't available today so went for the chicken sandwich & handcut fries. Hearty but just okay. The sandwich was large and -even cut in half- was not easy to eat. The chicken was very salty and the bread was so so. Tasty fries. Attentive staff. read more

Dined here as a party of 3 on a week night, was able to make a reservation same day. Cozy atmosphere with friendly wait staff. Enjoyed the popovers, seafood risotto, and the cod - everything was cooked and seasoned well. Recommend dining here as a couple or small group as the restaurant itself is not huge. read more

Waited an hour and half for dry chicken and watery risotto. Food is not worth the terrible service. Skip this one.

Were in the neighborhood and went to the farmers market and then to Farmstead Table for Brunch. Lovely table and had a great seasonal salad and the mushroom toast and some french press coffee and some iced cold brew and a basket of popovers to share . We were all happy and loved the decor and the food and the vibe. The only thing that would be good is if they would let folks just order "eggs and" without having to order everything that they are serving with the eggs. More a la carte choices/side dishes would be appreciated but it's also their right to run their menu the way that works for them. read more

Amanda Howell's superb cuisine has become even more spectacular. Each dish is a gem, well thought out and visually beautiful. The deep flavors are deeply earned, not reliant on over-saucing, butter or salt. The burrata is unsurpassed. And mushrooms receive special attention. The close-knit and well-informed staff is warm and welcoming. One's body and mind are uplifted. This is a very special place. read more

The host told us that he had a party coming in at 1130 and if we were ok with that. I'm looking around and all the tables were empty with the exception of a family seated. So, it was weird that he would tell us this at 10am. The food was good but it took 50mins! We also asked for lemons 4x and it never came. Definitely won't be back. read more

Went to Farmstead Table for a work dinner, and it was a delightful experience. The restaurant's small, cozy setting set the perfect tone for our gathering of 15. From the perfectly cooked salmon to the indulgent crème brûlée, every dish showcased exquisite flavor and finesse. The attentive staff made our evening extra special, ensuring we felt welcome and accommodated. The ambience struck a balance between cozy and elegant, creating a memorable atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience in Newton. read more

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Food is great. Service great. Ambiance was a miss for me. Farmstead table would be 1,000 times better with music. I know the speakers broke, but we probably wouldn't go back because ambiance was weird in the near silence of the evening. Lighting could also be better/warmer. Hoping for these improvements because the place could be really great with an ambiance bump, which is really meaningful in a dining experience. read more

Overall, the dinner and service were underwhelming, a disappointment. From the moment we were seated at a cramped small table adjacent to the bathrooms, we felt rushed by our server. The waitperson had zero personality, and did nothing to make us feel welcomed. A lack of menus forced us to use our phones to read their online menu. No Wi-Fi was available to guests, so you better have cell coverage, or go hungry. From rushed drinks, to rushed apps to rushed dinner. The chicken looked okay, my wife's fish was reportedly good. The pork chop was a overcooked, salty mess. A Shake 'n' Bake chop would have tasted better. Unhappy with dinner, at least I could look forward to a delicious dessert, if they offered any. They had none, and no explanation for a lack of dessert items. The French press coffee was average. I was happy to leave. Small, cramped space, little ambiance and poor service. Not exactly a recipe for success. read more

I am vegan and my wife eats everything. For a place that SEEMS to put care into fresh food from a farm, with so many dishes marked for vegetarians, they had nothing at all for vegans and it took 10 minutes of discussions to figure out what tO order off of their small menu. I do not recommend eating here if you are vegan unless they make it a little bit easier, like making some dishes automatically flexible on the menu. LIKE ADDING TOFU OR ADDING CHICKEN. The waitress didn't even know what vegetable proteins they could give me, and of course suggested that I get the salad, which she called A large size but it really wasn't large I ended up getting it as an appetizer and it was pretty basic just some lettuce some apples and some nuts. If that was all I had I would have been really disappointed but then she finally mentioned the word avocado that was already included in a dish. I won't be going back unless they make the menu easier for a vegan person to order something. This is 2022,in a liberal suburb, so it shouldn't have been so hard for them to realize this is not the year 2000. The waitress finally figured out that they could make the brussel sprout tacos without cheese. And then when I asked her what apps could I eat she mentioned something else with brussel sprouts. Who wants brussel sprouts twice in the same meal? My wife did like her steak. The menu listed only one dessert but the waitress told us that there were two. read more

My husband and I came on an awfully rainy day/night and the restaurant was still busy - a good testament to them! We ordered the calamari, statler chicken and steak frites - all were delicious and well portioned! For dessert we got both the chocolate bread pudding and crème brûlée - also delicious and not a bite left on the plate! Our server was wonderful (Sergio) and it wasn't too loud to have a conversation, nor too quiet to worry people could eavesdrop! The customers were of all ages too - I saw a grandma with her young adult graunddaughter, young couples, older couples, and even a little 5-6 year old having dinner with her family! read more

My husband and I went here for the first time this weekend, and I was impressed by how incredibly accommodating they were to food allergies. The chef even came out to personally confirm my restrictions. I thought there were plenty of options for vegetarians (labeled), and I got the roasted cauliflower and amaretto cream squash ravioli (without pancetta) which were filling. My husband enjoyed the mussels and hanger steak with roasted carrots and pi. For dessert we got the sweet potato creme brûlée which was awesome! I appreciated that the menu embraces seasonal flavors. Inside was pretty cozy and we opted for a later reservation so it would be pretty quiet. read more

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The food is amazing. I wish I could make this 100/5. The service is excellent. Try the pancakes, the grilled cheese, and the shakshuka. We love the feel of the place and the decorations A LOT. Yummy! So much better than Thistle and Leek. read more

Extremely poor service and meh food. Waited 10 minutes for hostess to even show up and seat us. Waiter was brusque, did not swap cutlery between courses, did not give sharp knives with main course dishes, drinks came super late, and credit card was slapped on table without out even a thank you. Food was good but uninspired. $300 for 4 people and not worth it at all read more

An adorable and delicious spot that's nestled in Newton Centre! Stopped in for brunch and fell in love with how cozy it felt inside. Our waitress was attentive and the food was so tasty! The fried chicken sandwich was well seasoned and has a nice slight kick to it. Would definitely recommend especially if you enjoy some local/locally sourced eats! read more

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My dad and I had a bad experience at Farmstead Table. From the moment the hostess/manager (Erica / Erika, spelling?) greeted me when I entered the front door to ask for table for two outside, I felt unwelcomed in a subtle way (you know the difference when someone greets you with a chilly air / attitude vs. when they smile warmly and make you feel welcome - it was definitely a cool / chilly reception to put it nicely). We were denied sitting at a table with an umbrella (it seated four), as we were only a party of two. This alone was fine with us, as they explained the reservation / party size seating policy to us. What was NOT OK was that they later allowed a party of two (who showed up after us) to sit there. A party of three who showed up quite a bit after us actually received their food before we did. My dad, who is usually a very mellow guy, became visibly upset. We had waited for a long time. The manager explained that was because our steak salad took longer to prepare. We clearly asked for steak to be "medium" and it was tough as boots. The chef did come out at some point to apologize and offered to cook us another steak, but that would be a waste, and we are not wasteful people. We ate the "leather", as it's still protein, and we were hungry, but it wasn't good. We ate the other dishes, so as not to waste food, and they were fine, but nothing to write home about. The only redeeming part of our visit to Farmstead Table was that they did not charge us for the dishes that we ordered (burrata, moules frites, and steak salad) because of the bad experience. Just to clarify, our server was a pleasant guy, no attitude. He was working very hard, keeping quite busy between the tables. We left him a generous tip, as I firmly believe he deserved a tip. I work very hard during the week, pay my taxes, and give people the benefit of the doubt. I'm not a freeloader, and I'm not a trust-fund baby - I earn every cent that I spend. I simply will not put up anymore with unwelcoming attitude from restaurant staff - weekends are too short for that. I used to internalize the negative feelings and "swallow" them, but I'm done with that - I will firmly voice my opinion and feelings now. Just because I may seem soft-spoken at first doesn't mean I'm soft or a push-over - don't make assumptions and don't stereotype! I know that as a group, restaurant staff work very hard, but individually speaking, some of them need to learn to do better (Erica / Erika - be nicer OK? To every customer, don't make certain customers feel unwelcome from the get-go and then continue to make matters worse with non-empathetic explanations of why things went awry). I will not return to Farmstead Table, and I will even say that this bad lunch experience has cast a shadow over my impression of Newton Center. I won't be returning to Newton Center anytime soon. I will travel eastward on the Green Line for my dining experiences. These sore feelings cannot be repaired. Once a bubble has burst, there it goes. read more

Yummy! I would definitely come back. The vibe is a classy farm-to-table establishment. Service was a bit slow that night because some waitstaff were unfortunately absent for a last second reason, and we felt bad for our waiter who was definitely struggling to handle all the tables. We ordered: 1. popovers (yummy - also maybe, wouldn't get this for dinner again because it was served with jam and butter, which didn't make much sense as an app) 2. garlic mussels - delicious! served with a few grilled baguette slices, and as usual the mussels had a delicious white wine based sauce hiding beneath the pile of yum 3. I had a hangar steak medium rare, which was served with a fresh chimichurri sauce, next to a bed of polenta decorated with a medley of rainbow carrots. I would definitely get this again, delicious meal. Glad to come back another time! read more

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Incredible and such a cute place. We loved it and would go back for dinner in a second if had the chance. Went for Sunday brunch and it was wonderful. The salmon toast was huge and the farmers plate was also so large in portion. Also, they have pressed coffee and it's amazing. The tables are made of reclaimed wood and the place has such a great vibe. Love love love. read more

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Fresh farm to table experience with a French twist. Don't forget to order the popovers!

Food quality. Has really deteriorated. Service was ok but not special. Ambiance nice enough but a bit tired. We had meals here in previous years Thant were much better. read more

Delicious and nutritious. This place is Covid safe and the staff is quite accommodating. You cannot go wrong with salads or any of their vegetable based offerings. Yummy! Sometimes it gets a little crowded and loud and tables are a little too close for my comfort level. read more

Having brunch at Farmstead Table? First, make a reservation just to play it safe, then order their Basket of Popovers $10 house-made jam, butter for 4 airy specimens, and Fried Cauiflower $10 tahini labneh, dukkah, lemon if they are still listed on the menu. We also shared the Whipped Burrata $12 shaved asparagus, evoo, aged balsamic, sea salt. I think I was expecting it to come with something like toast points to spread the soft cheese on, so when it did not, the low ratio of green to dairy seemed off. The table ordered the following brunch entrees: . House Made Blintzes $15 ricotta & cream cheese filling, strawberry-rhubarb sauce, orange zest . Grilled Steak Tips $16 two sunny side eggs, crispy potatoes, asparagus . Jonah Crab Toast $14 brioche, whipped avocado, olive tapenade The popular (among the table) crab toast was a thick brick of eggy toast topped with a generous spread of the avocado and tapenade, with a fluffy scoop of white crab beneath a mound of leafy greens. It was a rather filling option after the shared course. The blintzes arrived as two slender tubes, which seemed minuscule a portion to a pair of eyes used to that of NYC delis, but were deemed a tastier version. The steak tips were on the tough side unfortunately, with potatoes crisp with a hint of heat. I realized belatedly that the mentioned asparagus were totally missing. Sadness. This was an unfortunate miss. Though we may had lingered a tad too long for the comfort of the staff hoping to seat another larger waiting party in our little corner of the restaurant, we were nontheless never made unwelcome. Thanks! read more

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Food was amazing! Everything we ordered was done to perfection! Service was amazing! At most is amazing! A must try!

We had dinner on their patio last night. We had a bunch of appetizers: the fried eggplant, mushroom toast, melon salad, and bok choy. All was good except the bok choy which I felt was too charred (and the bulb part undercooked). We also had the mussels which were good. All of that, plus two beers, was over $90, which seems like a lot. We had good service, and their outside seating is nice. It's a good but expensive option in Newton Center. read more

We love farmstead. We come here every week. Erika, Johnny and John make us feel like family. And the food is delicious. Not sure who these people are with less that 4 star reviews. We love them! read more

Disappointed for first time at Farmstead. To be clear, the food was delicious as usual, but it was the management that was sub par. Our table wasn't ready at our reservation time - not a big deal by itself. After ordering, our server had to return to inform us that 2 of our orders were no longer available. Again, not a deal breaker, but disappointing, especially since it wasn't even 12:30 pm. Unfortunately, we then had to wait about an hour (approx.) for our meals, which with 2 young children is less than ideal. Certainly could have brought the kids' eggs and bacon out earlier. To be honest, if the manager had come over at any point and simply apologized for the errors, it would have made all the difference. When you're paying Newton Centre prices for a special day out, you hope management makes the effort to show they care about your experience - it doesn't take much. We'll be back and I'm confident it'll be a much more positive experience. read more

This used to be a solid go to. To be fair, other restaurants have struggled with front of the house and back of the house staff, but it was really evident tonight at Farmstead. There was no evidence of a manager, just one server and a bartender/ server. 90 minutes after ordering, we finally got our meager, over-priced meals. My chicken was dried out. The other two meals were very basic. I can't imagine going back with so many choices in the area. read more