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    Lower Mills Tavern

    3.8 (233 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    French onion poutine
    Alex F.

    Decent sized but comfortable bar/restaurant with very friendly staff. They have 3 large TVs above the bar and quickly turned on the Celtics game for us when we asked. We ordered the French onion poutine for an app which was very good; big balls of cheese and caramelized onions 9.5/10 recommend. We both got the bolognese because we were craving it and it was absolutely delicious. Very generous meat portions, well-cooked pasta, and a huge ball of ricotta on top. Ordered the chocolate lava cake for dessert which was meh: it wasn't fully cooked so more like a dense cake vs lava but tasty, 6/10.

    Secretly from Milton
    Keerthi D.

    Lower Mills Tavern is an American bar in Dorchester, MA great for a medium classy post-work drink/meal with coworkers. The drinks menu has creatively crafted cocktails as well as good beers on tap. Also, there's seating indoors for small groups and they take reservations as well. Our waitress was super nice and took care of our table too. The food menu had a lot of options to choose from and caters to picky eaters as well as those with a more refined palate. The drinks tasted good and all of the food overall was seasoned well. The portions were great for the price too. The short rib grilled cheese was a bit liquidy after some time but the flavor inside and the texture of the meat was immaculate. Also, the truffle fries paired well with the sandwich. I'd definitely recommend coming to LMT at least once if you're in the Dorchester area to enjoy a good drink and a hearty meal.

    Han N.

    I've visited Lower Mills Tavern on multiple occasions when I'm near Dorchester, I think it's a great place for lunch. It seems like it could get loud during dinnertime/nighttime. All the staff members I've encountered have always been very friendly and helpful. The last time I visited, my server recommended the croquettes as an appetizer and it was delicious. I loved how it paired with the tangy sauce. My boyfriend order the Cuban sandwich (4/5 because I don't like mustard, but overall a good sandwich). I ordered a burger and it was a good burger, nothing special or bad to say. Overall, this is a good restaurant for a quick lunch. Parking situation is hard sometimes though, you may have to take a walk.

    Cori W.

    What an awesome random restaurant pick! I was bringing someone to the airport in Boston and I needed to stop for lunch. This restaurant is in an adorable neighborhood right by Milton that looks like it would be great for Christmas shopping. Tons of small businesses, everything is already decked out in Christmas lights and just looks so festive. Lower Mills Tavern is cozy and inviting even from the outside. When I opened the doors and the smell drifted toward me, I knew I was in the right place. The tile flooring reminds me of Tate in Boston, but this is cozier. Stockings are hung near the kitchen, Christmas decor is all over mixed with a slightly industrial vibe- perfection. We sat in a nice mini booth (perfect size for 2). The menu has tons of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options! I got a seasonal quinoa salad that was fantastic, my husband got a Nashville Chicken sandwich that he loved. We were overall very happy and would 100% stop back in!

    $1 oysters
    Christina B.

    There was a bit of a wait (we were told 1 hour) when we got there around 7 pm on a Monday. On Mondays they have $1 oysters from Maine, which were delicious! The oysters themselves tasted very fresh and had a slight sweetness to them. The clam chowder was also good and had a slight cheddar taste to it. Our server was nice and the space was nice (loved the open windows). Food came out at a reasonable time.

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    Jessica B.

    Mmmm BRUNCH! I like this spot. It's tiny but mighty... My husband and I came here on a Sunday afternoon while the brunch menu was being served. We started with bloody marys which were good but surprisingly small. My husband ordered the chicken & biscuits for his entree and they looked great; plump pieces of chicken sitting atop of some biscuits, smothered in gravy. For my entree, I ordered the LMT burger. It was cooked to a lovely medium-rare as requested and tasted amazing. One of the best burgers I've had in a while. For my side, I got the salad instead of fries. It was a garden salad with some kind of house dressing that was absolutely fantastic! I ate every last bite of my meal. You can tell this place cares a lot about their food. I would definitely recommend checking this place out!

    Service at the door was extremely poor. The hostess, stared blankly at me until I returned the same stare. I should have left but, she finally spoke. Seated me and left two menus after I said just one. Waitress spoke (thankfully) and took my order. While eating, she never came by to ask me how the food was. After I finished one dish she came by and...said nothing. Took the dish and didn't ask about it. I took the check and left. No exchange of words, no thank you, no care. I will never go there again!

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    All good about this place. Food drinks, atmosphere. Solid place for a nice dinner and drink.

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    Service was outstanding. Steph was very helpful with suggestions as my son and I enjoyed a meal.

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    I love this place ..yummy food delicious drinkys friendly staff .try the sangrias and espresso martinis you won't regret it :)

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