I went 2 weeks ago for dinner while visiting my boyfriend in Brookline. We had a reservation for…read more8:30pm, and weren't sat until 9:15pm. Unacceptable really, the hostesses and manager avoided eye contact pretty much the entire time we waited. Don't accept so many reservations if you're going to make people wait 45+ minutes. Food and atmosphere were great though, the only saving graces.

This place was awesome! It has a large seating area with a very large bar. Modern look!…read more SERVICE: Fabulous! From the hostess to the server, very friendly crew here. Our server Catherine was the best. My first time here, she helped me navigate the menu and wine list. She was very attentive and friendly. FOOD: Outstanding! I tried several tapas options and I enjoyed every single one. My favorite was the lemon hummus - YUM! But the olives, patatas bravas, and hamachi crudo were pretty darn tasty! High recommend for this place - I was surprised to find out it was part of a chain, but it feels like its own local restaurant.

I am over the MOON with Moon Bar!…read more If I could live here I would! :) Another excellent experience here and it just happened to be restaurant week. We also spent an hour at the King Tut exhibit across the street! This restaurant/bar always seems packed. And, with reservations for 645pm (highly recommend) the bar was quite busy. The buzz from this high-end cocktail bar is exactly what you want on a Friday evening; From girlfriends sipping their wine to couples laughing and swirling their cocktails, Moon Bar is for the classy and sexy. Abby our server is excellent! A mixologist who knows all the cocktails and can recommend based on your preference. I tried one of their new cocktails with bourbon and did not care for it. Abby made me my mezcal drink that I have ordered before...its the 305 cowboy, an extremely popular drink. A must try for sure! Note: Some bartenders make you feel guilty for saying something about a drink you ordered and did not like. But, here at Moon Bar, Abby was so gracious to make me something that I will enjoy. Hats off to her:) Food: Since it was restaurant week we just shared everything. For starters we ordered the Tuna Tartare that was excellent. Then, we had Piri-Piri Chicken Thighs that were also good but quite spicy. For dessert, we shared the Caribbean Tiramisu, which was great. It was a tough choice between this and the Guava Cheesecake. We were so full that we ended up bringing home leftovers. Oh, I also forgot to mention we always order their Curry Fries - a must try when coming here Trust Me. My husband doesn't love curry but he loves these fries and you will too. #friesaretodiefor Moon Bar, thanks for being amazing in every way. Thanks for your splendid service, crafty cocktails, delicious wine (try the Pinot Noir from Germany), and your amazing food ---Love those Curry Fries! "Alexa, make reservations for 2 at Moon Bar for tonight." Cheers~

Had some incredible post dinner drinks at Moon Bar! The ambiance of the space is great and the…read moreservice was impeccable. The ladies shared a bottle of wine and we had a few cocktails. The cocktails were refreshing, creative and fun. Since we had just eaten we didn't have any food but will be back to try something soon.

Great place especially if you're a brew aficionado. (I am not.) Went with some long-time friends…read morefor dinner. They are beer fans and they spent quite a while discussing the many thousands of options. The food was pretty good. Not overly-large-typically-American portions. I got the mac and cheese just cuz I like mac and cheese. Our apps were good too. The waitstaff is great. Very knowledgeable and polite. It's pretty loud there even though it's sort of an indoor/outdoor place. We sat inside but it was so nice out that they opened their bay (think garage) doors so the breeze could waft through. It ended up being a bit cold but was fine. This is a great dinner or happy hour restaurant. Highly recommend!!!

Friendly service and great bites. They also have trivia Thursday nights and that's always a blast…read more I've had lunch and dinner here and have also hosted an event here with 70+ people and folks had a fantastic time. Even for non-beer drinkers, they have hard seltzers and hard smoothies which are delicious. Recommended dishes that I've had: patatas bravas, aloo tiki, birria poutine, hummus, chicken tinga tostada, chips & guac, smash burger. Friends have had tacos and mac & cheese and said they were great. If you're catering an event, get the beef sliders - they were a favorite and truly delicious. Very accommodating. We had a few folks with dietary restrictions and they allowed us to bring in a couple dishes for those folks, though most of their menu had a ton of options for everyone else. They also helped us with managing drink tickets (they even had tickets for us to use!) and making sure folks weren't over-served. If you're looking to host a large/companywide event, this is a fantastic option.

The restaurant is a great dinner date place. The interior is ambient and intimate. Full service bar…read moreand a nice list of food. Ordered: - Philly cheesesteak rolls were decadent and came out hot and gooey. - Salmon and red risotto was creamy and salmon was cooked well. - Caesar salad and fries was an awesome option. - Vegetable alfredo was flavorful and a great option for vegetarians!

I always love this spot. Get one of their signature dishes and cocktails and you won't regret it…read more Their wine flights are to die for as well. I have spent many nights here and the service is always next level and the atmosphere is high quality.

Toro is Boston Southend's classic! The food was incredible! I love the street corn!! The service…read morewas amazing--our server was attentive despite how busy it was. We also tried the gambas and the tortilla, and everything was seasoned to perfection. Can't wait to come back!! We came during lunch so although it was busy, it was doable! This place is fully packed after work hours!

Food was absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend the crispy octopus, the grilled shrimp, tuna…read morecrudo, and the asparagus - very well made, excellent flavors, and good portion sizes for two. The food came out very quickly. Only note is that given the popularity, it is very tight inside and can be hard to hear conversation.

We walked in to Citrus & Salt on a Monday evening and were seated right away. The ambiance and…read moredecor were very lively - we felt like we were in Miami. I had been craving fish tacos for a really long time, and I was delighted to find a whole section of the menu dedicated to them. We started off with margaritas - one of the best companions to fish tacos - and I ordered mine spicy with jalapeño. For food, we shared the lobster empanadas and chorizo and potato taquitos. I ordered the tempura fish tacos for myself. Our margaritas were brought out shortly - mine was refreshing but lacked the kick from the jalapeño that I was hoping for (there was only one thin slice of pepper). Our food was brought out shortly, and I found it a bit overwhelming when our appetizers and tacos came out together. I started with my tacos, and these were excellent. The fish was flaky and fried to perfection, and I loved the rainbow of sauces and toppings. Plus, the tortillas were nice and sturdy and didn't tear. The lobster empanadas were super decadent, and I appreciated the substantial amount of lobster stuffed inside. I was too full to eat much of the taquitos but took a few bites. These also had good flavor but weren't standouts. Next time, I'd just get the tacos and maybe a light app. Towards the end of our visit, the restaurant seemed to clear out, and we had a difficult time trying to locate our server for the bill. Overall, we had a nice meal and satisfied the fish taco craving.

I was really excited to try Citrus & Salt for my birthday, especially since I've been to their…read moreother location and loved it. The Seaport space is just as stunning--decked out in pink, super aesthetic, and definitely a fun, photo-worthy vibe. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to expectations. For drinks, I ordered a pitcher margarita with jalapeño, and it was disappointing. It didn't taste fresh and came across more like artificial jalapeño flavoring rather than real infusion--and it wasn't spicy at all. For food, we ordered a variety of small plates to share. Everything was decent, but nothing really stood out. It felt a bit underwhelming compared to the atmosphere. The biggest issue was the service. It was very slow throughout the night, and getting the check was especially frustrating--it took about 30 minutes, and we had to ask multiple times before finally receiving it. Overall, the ambiance is beautiful and perfect for a celebration, but the drinks and service didn't match the vibe. Hoping this was just an off night.

A lovely restaurant, classy & approachable with a lively atmosphere & fun vibe. Great, tasty…read moreSpanish tapas, we usually go during a birthday or celebration. Food is adventurous & bold; memorable meals over the years: Fried Goat cheese with charcuterie meats, manchego cheese & french bread, have to do The Bocado Experience for 2 or 4, Jamon Iberico, Pato (duck pastrami w sherry glaze), tuna poke, atun de bocado (seared yellowfin saku tuna), braised pork belly, Spanish octopus, mussels in cream sc, twin mini Kobe style beef burgers, venison, fried calamari, lollipop lamb chops, seared beef tenderloin, classic paella & Paella de Mariscos, & baked flan for dessert. Just so fascinating - their chefs can put out such tasty small plates so quickly, each packed with such fresh & exciting flavors, always cooked to perfection (never over or under cooked). Get the sangria pitchers, bar is always packed & hopping. Dining room just got a refresh, but was beautiful even before with a great atmosphere also. Our least favorite was the rabbit (way too many small bones to pick out).

We came on a Friday during Restaurant Week as a party of four, three adults and one toddler. The…read morefood was delicious and our server was friendly. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, though our table was in the middle of the aisle which felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, the service itself was inconsistent. We had to ask for bread three times. When we ordered two brownies and one coffee, we were brought one brownie and two coffees. At the end of the meal, we asked for both my meal and my son's meal to be wrapped to go. My son's plate was accidentally thrown away because other plates were stacked on top of it. When I asked about it, the server explained what happened but did not offer to remake it, remove it from the bill, or apologize, which was disappointing. That said, it was a busy Friday during Restaurant Week, so I would consider coming back and hope the service is smoother next time. While writing this review, I actually received a text from the restaurant letting me know we left our son's plate behind, which was thoughtful and appreciated. If Yelp allowed half stars, I would give 3.5.

My 5 friends and I made reservations for brunch after attending Oedipus El Rey at the Calderwood…read morePavillion Theater next door! We were starving after having a wonderful experience at the play. At the restaurant, our host person explained the menu and answered our questions We ordered tuna, octopus, chicken thighs,beets, asparagus, hummus and other tapas to share. Excellent food, drinks, atmosphere and our waitperson... We will go back!!

Gorgeous and romantic vibe! Decor is awesome and great for a late night tapas and wine…read more Drinks: the sangria is delicious (has guava nectar mixed in) and for a mocktail, tea time is delicious! For tapas: we had the skirt steak (4/5) (delicious but so so small of a portion), pulpo (octopus, amazing!! Best thing we tasted - 5/5) and Zucchini (nothing special - 3.5/5). The seafood paella (2.5/5) - the rice and seasoning is so delicious but the seafood doesn't taste very fresh - especially the muscles had a very gross and off flavor. I'd skip this. Free bread - so delicious - fresh baked sourdough was perfect! Service was great - they were very sweet and knowledgeable!

We always have a nice experience at Tres Gatos. The food is great, the service is kind, friendly,…read moreand attentive (but not at all rushed), and the store in the back is always fun to browse after a nice dinner. Our recent favorites: - The Sao Miguel cheese (came with a quince jam + grilled bread) - Patatas Bravas - Piri Piri Chicken Everything was good though, and we also enjoyed: - Blistered Shishitos - Seared Halibut - Hanger Steak Between four of us, this was plenty of food and we sadly didn't have room for dessert this time around, but can't wait to be back!

A friend and I came on a week night without a reservation. The restaurant was very busy, but the…read morehost was so nice about finding a table for us. He suggested we wait in the record/book store and within 20 minutes we had a table. Service was prompt and pleasant. Everything we ordered--the steak, the burrata, the anchovies, and the Basque cheese cake was delicious. I'm giving only four stars because my seat was in a draft from the front door and I was somewhat uncomfortable, but as I mentioned, I came without a reservation so was lucky to get a seat at all.

Never disappoints. Been for dinner, now brunch. Both memorable. The staff is always amazing and…read moreattentive. But let's get real the food is the star of this place. You can go tapas and share or not depending on your style. We like to try everything and suggest you do the same. Josh was our server and was always there for a refill or to answer our questions about the food. We will be back.

What a mixed experience. 2.5 years since we last ate here. Then it was small and intimate. Very…read moremuch a JP vibe. They have expanded and its for one easier to get a reservation. Which was a plus. We were seated right away. Nice table with a very pleasant but absent minded server. It's small plates and now pizza. We ordered the brussel sprouts, ceviche, wild ramps, wagyu beef , salad, mushroom pizza and dessert. We each ordered a drink. For hits -- brussel sprouts were a bit, good crunch and sweetness. The salad had a great crunch and was well prepared. Mushroom pizza was maybe the highlight. As good is not better than Posto. Very well executed. The best of the best was the donut. Amazing donut! For misses -- the ceviche we could not find the fish and it was over powered by the seasonings. The ramps again all we could taste was the cilantro. Wagyu beef - my friend is a huge fan of it. She found it chewy and oddly paired with grits? Other notes -- this place was so loud that we could not hear each other, almost at a night club level. Unpleasant. Service was very inconsistent and I'd offer not up to their standards. Last the price we spent $240 for two people. Between the ambiance and the food misses, I think this is a hard pass going forward. Pizza was amazing.