post 1917 is a beautiful restaurant in north reading with a perfect ambiance for a great date night, family or friends dinner, or even a solo evening. ally is a fantastic bartender, anticipating any needs or wants at the perfect timing. i had a wonderful evening for my first visit here, and i really loved the menu selection. i don't remember which drink i ordered, but it was so great, I had two. we started with oysters (from ny, i forget the exact location) which were fresh (ask for horseradish if desired), and their crab cake which has the perfect texture and taste with sizable lumps of crab, and perfect complementary flavors with their sauce. their ribeye at medium-rare is perfect, ask them to cut it for you if you desire. for sides, their carrots and exotic mushrooms both were delicious with ideal flavors of seasoning & marinades. oysters 7/10 crab cake 9/10 ribeye 10/10 carrots 10/10 exotic mushrooms 10/10 overall, i really enjoyed my first visit here at post 1917 steakhouse and will absolutely return. ambiance: 5/5 food: 4.7/5 drinks: 5/5 service: 5/5 post 1917: 4.9/5 read more

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A nice spot in reading ma in the old post office. Just a heads up ,parking may be challenging. Inside the restaurant there is a nice atmosphere, big bar and everyone is very friendly as you walk in. Our service was awesome !!! Keep in mind you will have to place all apps and main course all at once. I believe there a time limit for dinner but our waitress was super cool and did not mentioned it any time until the end. So my wife and I didn't feel rushed which was nice. Drinks are very good here! We tried few different drinks and all of them were excellent. Food here was on the money. Everything we ordered was tasteful, no complaints. We ordered the long bone steak . Recommend. Going into this restaurant we figure it will be pricey, which is fine for quality and experience. Business attire is required according to the website which I'm ok with. If you're looking for quality food and don't mind paying for it , this is the place. For me , it was worth it and had such a great time. I'd go back again. Steak lovers give it a shot ! Why not read more

Real steak house steak looks like this. Rib eye at Pellana's vs the 1/2 inch thick steak I got at the 1917 read more

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Really fun and entertaining dinner experience night out at Post 1917 in Reading AKA Jason Carron. Great for date nights. Atmosphere/Decor: Really interesting and unique interior formerly a Post Office (hence the name) with exposed brick, a tall windows, and a very long three-sided bar that makes up most of the restaurant. Very happening and social scene. Most folks dressed business casual and to impress. Lots of birthdays, regulars, and lookers. Big glam meets classic steakhouse hybrid vibes. We sat at a booth behind the bar and were initially concerned about placement but glad for the happening scene afterwards. The legroom was fairly tight for the taller folks. The booth was a little tight with space for all our food and drinks (e.g., four people, four cocktails, four waters, three appetizers was tight). Service: Very attentive. We had great servers, very attentive, fun, offered helpful insights and thoughts, and took great care of us ala traditional steakhouse norms. No delays. No complaints. Food: We really enjoyed our meal. The appetizers were fun. The restaurant is gluten free in homage to one of the owners(?) kids who's found it hard to eat out. You probably wouldn't notice that it's gluten free, as whatever almond/corn/rice flour they're using closely mimics mouth feel and taste. We were a little surprised the lamb app was (gluten-free) breaded but very moist and flavorful. Our steaks were all very good. I had the ribeye and it was a nice cut, aged (23-30 days?), and cooked exactly as desired. Cauliflower was decent and voluminous but not amazing. Wedge decent. Filets good. The chicken parm sounded very intriguing -- different than the usual fare and apparently one of their most popular dishes and huge but we will save it for next time. Fun desert options. Drinks: Great dirty martini. Fun cocktails for the table -- some great some just good. All boozy. The Whistle Pig tasting desert option was a a great value even if just for the 12 year XII at that price. They have a few rare allocated bourbons and whiskeys. Price: A much better deal than Boston steakhouses in general. This would have been twice the price if downtown there, and they're clearly enticing folks to make the drive. I think it's well worth it. read more

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The food was outstanding and the service was top notch. We tried the goat cheese salad, calamari, lobster tacos and wagyu dumplings. We came for lunch but it was a holiday weekend so they were only serving the dinner menu. The only thing we weren't crazy about was the calamari. It was very good quality calamari but it was on the sweeter side for our personal taste. read more

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A rare find in the suburbs, located in Reading and in a beautiful renovated former post office building. The ambiance is... well... amazing. Comfortable booths with flora everywhere and where the owners greet you at the door to escort you to your table. Appetizers and drinks to start. Great wine selection. This is for sure a steak place and aged beef and preparation are well worth the price. Fabulous dessert selection and delicious steaks. Business casual is the dress code and parking lot is next door. The owners clearly went full scale on the exquisite appointments and the staff is there to please you in every way!! No need to go into Boston for a great restaurant! Bon Appetite!! read more

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Servers and waitstaff were very rude. We felt rushed. We had to order everything at once which is very off putting. Steaks were not cooked to specifications. For the price, we were not impressed and will not return. read more

Heard so much about this place and really wanted to stay local so for my birthday the husband took me here. The ambiance is beautiful and aesthetically pleasing and modern but not in a weird way. Our server (whose name I have forgotten) was so lovely and friendly and attentive (not overly attentive). What made this special is going to come as a bit of a surprise I think. Never have I been to a restaurant where they have handed me a birthday card. Never. Except here. As a girl who doesn't have family here it's the small things that can move you to tears. This was the extra step that will list this place as one of my favorites. For starters we had the octopus was lovely, wish there were a few more potatoes on the plate as they had this lovely sauce on them. I had the filet and it was so delicious. The butter cake for desert. The meal was perfect and exactly what I wanted to enjoy. Will definitely be back! read more

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Would eat here every night if I could. We sat at the bar and the vibe was upscale relaxed. This awesome new bartender Colleen waited on us and the service throughout was perfect - attentive but not too hovering. I always have trouble picking a main course as there are many that I want. Trust me (I know you don't know me) - save room for the butter cake for dessert. You won't regret it. read more

I want to clarify on my last review. The waiter misinformed us last time that the chicken parm was cooked in the deep fryer. The chicken parm is pan fried, all the time. Thank you to the manager for specifying this. We love this place! read more

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Post 1917 Steakhouse Review 136 Haven St, Reading, MA 01867 Nestled in a beautifully restored old post office in Reading, Post 1917 Steakhouse is a culinary gem brought to life by the visionary **Jason Carron. The Mains - **Chicken Parmesan**: The largest, juiciest chicken parm you'll ever see, topped with a sweet, flavorful tomato sauce--no pasta needed. Simple yet perfect. **10/10** - **Pan-Seared Scallops**: Paired with a velvety mushroom risotto and a bold coffee reduction, these six perfectly cooked scallops were well worth the $49 price tag. **10/10** - **Bone-In Ribeye**: Cooked to medium-rare perfection and complemented by a sauce flight featuring rosemary, blue cheese, demi-glace, marrow butter, and more. The demi-glace was a standout! **10/10** Pro tip: The sauce flight is a must especially if you are sharing with friends (I know its an extra $18 but just trust me). Starters to Share - **Lamb Lollipops**: Tender, juicy, and paired with roasted cashews and a refreshing mint glaze. Only complaint? Needed more mint glaze! **9/10** - **Crab Cakes**: These were packed with flavor, and the accompanying lobster sauce was so good I wanted to take it home! **10/10** Desserts - The chocolate cake was rich and decadent, while the snickerdoodle cake with ice cream** was a nostalgic yet elevated treat to end the meal. **10/10** From the warm ambiance to the masterfully executed dishes, every bite at Post 1917 feels like a celebration of culinary artistry. While the prices reflect its upscale nature, this is the perfect spot for a special night out on the North Shore. Food: 10/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Affordability: 3/10 (but worth it for a special occasion!) read more

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I've been here twice now and the food and service is fantastic. Very glad to see a steakhouse outside Boston with such good food. The interior is well designed and modern. Comfortable with great spaces and a wonderful bar. What I do have to comment on are two things. The first is a pretty big deal in my mind. The menu online showed prices for some steaks that were almost $20 less than what was printed at the restaurant. That's not cool. I understand prices have gone up but you need to update the website with current prices. Second is that your gin selection needs to be upped. Such a caliber of a restaurant needs a few more premium gins at the bar. read more

I've been here a couple of times and it's a wonderful restaurant. Beautiful space, very well decorated, feels very high end with being comfortable at the same time. There is a dining room and large bar area so plenty of seating options. I've always had a reservation here, but they do take walk-ins as well. Staff is very friendly and attentive. The highlights here are definitely the cocktails, steaks, and desserts. Cocktails are creative and well balanced, comparable if not better to ones I've had in Boston high end restaurants. Steaks are always perfectly cooked and I love to add on a sauce or butter which really enhances the steak. We had the key lime tart at our last visit and it was absolutely heavenly: light, sweet, buttery, with the perfect amount of lime. The misses are some appetizers and sides. The wagyu beef dumplings were ok but did not seem like a steak house appetizer, they were somewhat dry and one dimensional. I did enjoy the wedge salad, would definitely get again. I've had a few sides here, the corn is excellent, Brussels sprouts were ok, and the mashed potatoes were a little under-seasoned and cold. I will definitely be back though, the overall experience is amazing, great date night spot! read more

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Disappointed with our meals. Our waitress was excellent. We had 2 children with us and she was very helpful with making some suggestions for items that they might like. She was very personable, attentive and yet not overly intrusive. As for our meals not the best! I ordered the lobster al a Vodka. the pasta was overcooked flavorless and the pieces of lobster were so dry...obviously heated before being added to the pasta. Presentation was nice. I asked to have it packed up but threw it out once I got home. My husband had the halibut and described it as dry and merely OK. Guess our mistake was ordering fish. it was Good Friday so it probably wasn't the best choice in restaurants. Drinks were nice and the atmosphere was lovely. Leary to return. read more

Interior is very exquisite and it is a very nice location that used to be a post office. I enjoyed the scallops but everything else was just above average. The shrimp cocktail only had four shrimp and they were a bit tough. Service was great and I had a good time. read more

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Tonight I dined at this restaurant for the first time. Everything was outstanding! The service was spectacular, I had Abby as my waitress. (She reminded me of Topanga from boy meets world)! I had the crab cakes along with the cod & key lime pie for dessert. They have an in house pastry chef who prepares all of the desserts. My favorite part of the experience is the aesthetic. The restaurant is stunning, it is very well decorated and very clean. There are little touches through out that make the experience feel elevated. I will definitely be visiting again. read more

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This is the second time having dinner here. It was my son's suggestion and it's his favorite place. The place is nice, service is good but the prices are more inline with a Boston restaurant. I wanted a steak so I looked at the menu ahead of time and decided on the bone in ribeye. The price on the website was 79.00 dollars. However, on the menu at the restaurant was 91.00 dollars. I was asked by my son not to say anything to the waiter and I didn't. It was my choice to order it. Louis our always requested waiter is always professional , kind and ready to help. He is well versed with the menu. The restaurant vibe is a bit traditional and yet current. I think this type of advertising is wrong. They should update their website and not miss lead customers. I did get the ribeye and it wasn't special enough to try it again. Undercooked and extremely overpriced. Save your money!! read more

Went Friday night for dinner, Waiter was great , food was delish! Head chef came by the table to check in! Very nice touch !

We went last night for an early Father's Day celebration. As most others have said, it is extremely loud and not easy to have conversations without yelling. The space is very cool though! Everyone in the party got a cocktail and enjoyed them. My husband and I got the clam chowder to start and it was very good. I got the chicken parm (pregnant and can only eat well done steak, no thanks) and it was a massive piece! Little disappointed it didn't come with pasta. Everyone else got some form of steak. My husband's was severely overcooked. He ordered medium rare and it came out medium well. Not a lot of flavor with it either. The mashed potatoes were flavorless, but creamy. The gluten free Mac and cheese was the best my sister in law has had! For the asparagus, we ordered for the five of us and there were only 6 pieces. For $12 that seems a little insane. For dessert, we ordered the cannoli zeppoles. Not sure what made them cannoli like, but we weren't really fans. We also got the gluten free chocolate mousse cake and everyone seemed to enjoy that. The service was friendly. We would definitely come for cocktails. read more

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Full disclosure: I usually try to find something that was mediocre to mention in my reviews because I'm skeptical of restaurant reviews that find EVERYTHING to be five stars -- I could not at Post 1917. I will admit that I had not read any of the reviews before I visited the restaurant for dinner and didn't realize it was in a former post office building. So, it took a couple of drives around the block before I found it. Upon walking in, we immediately began to have a wonderful experience. The hostess greeted us warmly. The design and decor were meticulously executed. From the soft, velvety booth fabrics, to the smart choices in lighting fixtures, a classy vibe was created; reminded me of the bar at The Raffles, Boston. The food did not disappoint. The street corn is addictive. Not sure what kind of magic they're using, but if I could order it as an entree, I'd be all over it. Another favorite was the calamari and tempura lobster tail. There is something in that sauces that makes it addictive. The service was outstanding. Our waitress knew the menu cold, and made her own recommendations. The owner Jason, and the General Manger repeatedly stopped by to check on us, which is always a good sign for business. Overall, the atmosphere was excellent. The staff could not have been friendlier. I'm definitely coming back. read more

My wife, brother and I went to Post 1917 on a Saturday night and had a wonderful experience. Service - The hostess was extremely pleasant and greeted us with a warm smile. Our waiter was attentive but not overbearing. I ordered a New York strip and my wife and brother ordered filet mignons. Our food came out within 15 minutes. Food - My steak was cooked exactly as I ordered - medium rare. The outside of the steak was perfectly crisped and the inside a juicy hot pink. I've eaten steaks at all of the top steakhouses in Boston and the north shore and would put Post 1917 up against any of them. The steak needed no condiments or sauces. It stood on its own and was so satisfying. Atmosphere - the owners did a great job paying careful attention to the style and design of the restaurant. The lighting really set the mood for a wonderful dining experience. I would describe the vibe as elegant and warm. We will definitely be back soon! read more

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Had dinner there for the first time on 9/20, made reservations , arrived on time and was immediately taken to a beautiful table right in the center of the main dining room. My girlfriend & I were very impressed with the table they gave us and both loved the decor and total vibe of the restaurant (so we were off to a great start)! Our server was Abbey who we found to be very pleasant and upbeat, she acknowledged that it was our first time in and warmly welcomed us , took our drink order and answered the few questions had. We decided to split the wedge salad as our appetizer and ordered our main entrees ( Halibut for me, paella for gf, both were exquisitely prepared and both were delicious). We decided against ordering any desserts, but weren't rushed so we lingered with our drinks and enjoyed the ambiance. We both agreed the restaurant is best suited for "special occasions" we were celebrating my gf's return home from being on a vacation to Italy with her best friends. Only "issues" we had was that the drink prices were a bit "steep" in our opinion and Chef/owner Jason walked passed our table several times but never spoke to us, although another gentleman stopped by and asked how everything was and then thanked us when we left, so we both enjoyed our overall dining experience at Post 1917. read more

The experience was disappointing, especially considering the price. Our server never introduced himself, stopped by the table far too infrequently, and I ended up waiting 15 minutes just to get cracked pepper for my Caesar salad. I ordered a dirty martini with blue cheese-stuffed olives, but the drink wasn't made properly--no stuffed olives, and it wasn't even dirty. I had to request additional olive juice. The lamb appetizer was also not good. For a bill that came to over $600 with tip, the quality and service fell far short of expectations. Only one person in our party ordered a Caesar salad, and even that was mishandled. For these prices in Reading Center, I would choose Capital Grille instead. There is only off street parking. read more

Food was great, service was just okay. I feel as though being an upscale restaurant the service should be on point. I sat and waited for a fork while my appetizers were getting cold and my water was completely empty for some time. Our waiter had a very dull personality and was not at all engaging with our table. We had an enjoyable night after all since the company was great. Hope we have a better experience next time. read more

Enjoyed a delicious meal during Dine Out week. From the appetizer to dessert (death by chocolate made by their in house pastry chef) the food was amazing. Waitress mentioned at the end of the meal the entire restaurant is gluten free which is so important for some people. Despite being a steakhouse, I really enjoyed the scallops with risotto. read more

The "Lone Bone" with the assortment of sauces was pristine! One of the best steaks I've had in the Greater Boston area Service/staff was attentive, observant, & the sommelier was on point with the suggested wine/cocktails. The unique cocktail list pairs great with the classic steakhouse menu items to choose from. 10/10 experience! 10/10 atmosphere to go along with impeccable décor. read more

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The short ribs are such a delicious addition to the menu! The bartender, Brent made me amazing martini that was right up my alley with all my favorite flavors! Finally, it was a day ending in Y so... had to get "the cake" read more

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Post 1917 Steakhouse opened this week in the former Reading Post Office (moved across the street). The space was redone nicely which offers a casual upscale atmosphere with exposed brick walls, high ceilings with decorative lighting and the large windows. The front dinIng area has 10 tables with linen table covers & orchid and the bar area has high top tables, booths, and seating up at the large bar with bigscreen TV. The food menu offers prime steaks, seafood dishes, chicken, pasta, vegetarian options (mushroom risotto), salads, chowder, homemade side dishes  and shareables. The drink menu offers beer, wine list, martinis, cocktails, sparkling wine and liquor. The pricing is on the higher end. After having a very difficult month and a tough work week, I decided to go get a nice dinner. I made a reservation at Post 1917 in Reading. I was promptly seated upon arrival and given the menu. It took about 10 minutes for a server to arrive since the place was extremely busy. The servers were basically reciting the entire menu to the tables near me.  I had already decided what I wanted and ordered the Salmon ($32 plus tax) and the Dirty Fried Rice ($13 plus tax) side dish. As I was waiting, 80s music could be heard over the speakers in the bar area over the crowd noise echoing (high ceilings and hard walls). My food arrived in about 20 minutes after ordering.  The Salmon entree was nicely plated which had a very tender juicy grilled salmon wrapped with grilled cucumber, saffton butter, Japanese organic sweet mashed potatoes and grilled broccolini. The Dirty Fried Rice had a soft dense texture with a mix of chopped red & yellow peppers, edamame, ham and egg. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. The chef also came out to check on diners. I was offered after dinner drinks, but they did not yet offer desserts since they are still looking for a pastry chef at the time of this posting. The check was $48.02 with tax and before tip, not too shabby. Overall, a great dinner with adequate service, though a bit delayed due to being very busy. I would definitely return here for a nice dinner out and hopefully they will have desserts too. read more

Pretty solid. Priced a little high for what it is, but it's Reading and there are really no other options in this tier. The cocktails are okay, but even basics like a Boulevardier were a little out of balance (too sweet). Highly recommend the crab cakes from the appetizer list. The steaks are generally good quality and have been cooked well, but are definitely under-seasoned. I don't want anything over-salted...but there's a lot of flavor left on the table here. Been here a few times and this is the case each time, so it must just be part of the prep protocol. The staff has been hit and miss. We've had wonderful servers who were friendly and very helpful, and also awful servers who didn't know the first thing about the drinks on the menu and didn't seem to care. The potential is there. It's a really nice spot, beautiful building, great looking bar (although I would absolutely turn the TV off for evening service). If the service and bartending were tightened up, and they started seasoning the steaks before cooking, it could be quite a good option for a nice dinner in the burbs. read more

Long Bone 32oz Brandt dipped in all the fixings Discover Post 1917 in the heart of Reading, MA! Former post office has transformed into an incredible dining spot with a stunning outdoor deck experience. The beautiful decor inside and out will leave you speechless. And the service, food, and drinks? Simply unforgettable! read more

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Food was sooooo delicious! Service was fantastic! Ambiance was divine! I. Definitely recommend this restaurant. I found it while watching Phantom Gourmet. Made a date to go back once a month. Can't wait!! read more

We were invited back by the owner to give Post 1917 another chance. The whole experience was OUTSTANDING!! Drinks, food, and service were so awesome which turned into a truly enjoyable evening! We were all impressed...all the dishes... apps, salads, sides, & main entrees were prepared perfectly!!! We left totally satisfied with confidence that we would be back many more times!! Looking forward to going to their new Lexington location as well since it is close to where we live. I expect the ambiance, service & food will be very similar! Jason and his team were tremendous!!!! read more

From beginning to end the meal to 10/10. The staff is friendly and inviting and it was great to talk to Chef Jason and his team as the connected personally with each table. Would recommend, and cannot wait to return. read more

Not as good as usual. Under cooked steak even after sending one back. Server is the best. Cj is the reason we go there. Dampened experience.

The best BEST lobster bisque I have EVER had. To DIE for. Fabulous Chilean sea bass. A custom made mocktail. Gorgeous sophisticated dining experience. Impeccable service. Bravo!!! Can't wait to come back. It was worth the bumpa da bumpa traffic to get here. read more

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We got a reservation for a Friday night and arrive promptly, no sooner than we had arrive were we seated. The front of the house was great, this should be the norm but recently, I have had to wait for significant time even with a reservation so good for Post to not over book. The wait staff was also great, not over attentive and did not rush us to order. She did try to upsell a bit but was great with recommendations at the same time. So overall a wonderful experience. We had the crab cakes, ribeye, mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts. The steak was cooked perfectly and well seasoned. The cut was a 4/5, but still very good. The crab cakes were great and as everyone here says, a must order. The food was brought promptly - mentioning if you are only able to get a late reservation your food won't take too long. The wine list was extensive with lots of options. Expect to spend some money, but worth it for a special occasion. The ambiance was nice, and the accoutrements were well thought out! read more

The team was very disrespectful and aggressive. The manager demanded my father (75) to disclose his medical condition. My father was taken back at the approach and aggressive behavior. read more

Hard to park and find.. it was small and cramped very loud the drinks were expensive and not special. We left didn't order any food because we felt VERY rushed we were told we had to order everything at once (apps main dessert) we were old friends trying to catch up with a good steak dinner but we could not hear each other and the waiter kept coming by and not in a good way! read more

Atmosphere-excellent Service-average Food-steak was great, fish-average Cocktails-excellent Cost-insanely pricey Would not come back until they alter pricing read more

We have eaten at Post 1917 a few times and we've had a great experience every time. The food is delicious, the service is excellent and I just love the vibe -- the decor is unique... very warm and welcoming. The patio is so much fun too... there's often live music and a separate, more laid-back menu. A great spot all around! It's a must-see! read more

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