We went here a few weeks back meeting a friend who was visiting Boston. Reservations were easy enough. We've been here once before that was in summer and so had sat outside but this time in cooler weather so sat inside. The ambience is great inside and it's quite a large space. I got my usual go to dish - salmon, which I enjoyed. It had a nice crust and was flaky tender. Only thing I wish is if there was more sauce. The best part was this rice cake that was somewhat sweet and savory that came as a side that was so good! Hubs ordered the burger with bacon and he enjoyed it. Our friend ordered the rice bowl kind of like a bibimbap bowl which was topped with an egg. Overall a nice meal and service was good too! read more

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Unfortunately, we had the most disappointing experience at Stephanie's. We received a table and clearly communicated we were coming for drinks. We were sat at our table and, after our first round of drinks, were told by our waitress we had to order food. We ordered a few appetizers and another round of drinks. We were enjoying the view and decided to order a bottle of wine. We decided to order a final round when the manager came over and told us out of the blue we had to order a full round of entrees or leave. None of this was communicated to us and we spent over $300 and were treated extremely disrespectfully. I understand they may have wanted to reseat our table but the terrible manager could have come with an apologetic attitude and asked us to move to one of the many tables on the patio. It is unfortunate, as the location for Stephanie's is great and the food is reasonable, but I will be taking my business elsewhere, where they may actually welcome customers spending money at their establishment. read more

Good food, good drinks, and good service. There wasnt anything in particular that blew me away which is okay but it does make it hard to compete against other restaurants nearby on Newbury st. A few people in my group got the rice bowls and the presentation was great. I ordered the half chicken and thought it was just okay. The red sangria was very tasty! We ordered the brown butter cornbread for an appetizer, I was unsure at first but pleasantly surprised when I added the butter. Like I said, there wasn't anything necessarily wrong with this place but it wasn't memorable or tasty enough to make me go out of my way to return. read more

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Nice patio seating on Newbury St. they were busy on a Friday when I came here and luckily we didn't need a reservation. The mezze plate was awesome, including the falafel, pita, olives, hummus and more. I got the summer rice bowl for my meal and it was good, but it should've been advertised as a bibimbop bowl, because that's what it was. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Mezze plate - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stephanie's is much larger than I expected but still had a very cozy and upscale ambiance about it. Service was very patient and attentive. I came to Stephanie's specifically to try the hot chocolate flight and it did not disappoint! I loved all four flavor options (classic, peppermint, sesame, and gingerbread). They were in small but tall glasses but split between two people was still enough. I also had the avacado toast that came on sourdough and with ricotta - it was delicious but nothing too special! Would certainly recommend the hot chocolate flight (can even get it spiked!) read more

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It was a regular schmegular restaurant. Pretty good food, but salty from what I remember. the service was nice but not very quick, but that could have changed depending on any given day. I believe we only went because it was the only place that could seat us on a saturday for brunch without any reservations so we were just happy they took us! inside was big and clean and modern enough as well! read more

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This place is on point. We sat outside but the inside is was also excellent. The staff was super friendly and the food was delicious. It was a bit chilly outside, but we loved it. Our server was happy, attentive and never missed a beat. All four of us LOVED the food. I ordered a hash and egg skillet that I wish would never end. I'm sure we would have enjoyed sitting inside but their patio seating makes for a very fun atmosphere. I encourage you to check it out. read more

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From the moment we inquired about seating, we were greeted with genuine warmth and professionalism. The transition from the host to our server, Carlos, was seamless -- he had a wonderful personality and great sense of humor, making the entire meal feel relaxed and enjoyable. He was attentive without ever rushing us, which really added to the comfort of the experience. I ordered the salmon paired with a berry mocktail, and both were excellent. The salmon was cooked perfectly and served over a fresh salad -- the portion size was just right and very satisfying. My guest ordered the fish and chips, and he was impressed by how light and crisp the batter was -- flavorful without being overdone, which is rare and appreciated. There's a wide variety of menu options, so there's always something new to try, making me look forward to returning. The indoor and outdoor seating areas are both spacious and thoughtfully arranged, offering plenty of room to move around. Overall, Stephanie's on Newbury delivers a warm and welcoming. From the friendly service to the fresh, delicious food and comfortable layout, it's a place I'd happily return to again and again. read more

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INCREDIBLE! The Stephi Burger is mouth watering and is easily big enough to split with someone. The sauce and crispy fried onion strings really add a nice touch on top. The fries were perfectly crispy and I ordered a side of their truffle sauce, too! Absolutely divine! I enjoyed sitting outside on the patio with the exception of being swarmed by bees. My server Ozzi was amazing and made sure I was so well taken care of. Stephanie's is definitely a must visit when in Boston! read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Stephi Burger with fries - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We stopped in to rest and get warm intending only to have a coffee but the place was so pretty and the menu so interesting that we ended up eating. My open face everything sandwich was an interesting pile of veggies on a toast with a lemon vinaigrette. It was superb. And even though I was still full from breakfast I ate it all. It was that good. The clam chowder was very good And the brownie sundae was huge and delicious. The service was good but a bit spotty. I highly recommend that you try that delightful veggie sandwich. read more

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I cant speak to the food as we just stopped in for drinks but our Bloody's were great! It was a quiet Wednesday so it was not too busy but service was great and ambiance was perfectly casual for an easy lunch or drink. I would definitely return and try the food next time I am in town! read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Bloody Marys - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Marking it a 4 only for the prices :/ we went for brunch today. Got the country Greek salad with tofu and it was delicious; 2 portions, brought home some leftovers. My brother got a breakfast burger and spoke highly of it. My daughter got the chicken tenders with fries - huge portion for a 4.5 year old. Not the best chicken nuggets I've tried, but good for kids. The restaurant itself is cute, service was good & quick. And an easy stop when you're shopping on Newbury St. read more

Lovely spot for brunch! We made a reservation the night before and we were seated right away. On street parking and the entrance and gender neutral restrooms are accessible. Linda was our server and she was quick to get our coffee, tea and bloody Mary's. I did not have one but I appreciated the checklist & pencil to ensure each Bloody Mary was perfectly made to order. The brunch menu was unique and everything sounded good to me. We shared the monkey bread appetizer. It was warm, crispy, gooey, sweet and delicious! Hubby had the skillet breakfast but his eggs were not over easy and the biscuit lacked flavor (he said it was not worth eating). My huevos rancheros were perfect - two corn tortillas topped with pork carnitas, scrambled eggs, etc. I would have liked more avocado, but it was the perfect size meal for me - I was not stuffed. The coffee was good and strong and I did have to flag Linda down to get a second cup. We had a relaxing meal, were not rushed, and we would definitely stop back when in the area! read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Monkey bread - yum! - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I went on Wednesday night. Not much caught my eye on the menu, so decided to get the chicken parm. When it arrived it was very brown around the edges and even darker on the bottom. I was hungry and didn't feel like waiting for the waiter to return so ate about a third. It was over cooked and dry. Pounded very thin and obviously cooked way too long without checking. It should not have been released by the cook and served The waiter never came by to check on how the meal was until we were done. I told him that it was dry and not enjoyable. He asked what he could do and I said he could take it off my bill. A few minutes later the manager came by to inquire. I explained the same and offered to show her the picture I took and asked to have that meal removed from my bill. She didn't want to see the picture but said she would remove the price from our final check and apologized. For the price point, and without any sides, this dish was not worth ordering. My dining companion had the bolognese which was very good. read more

Went with friends and had a great experience. The place gets crowded at Brunch so highly recommend recommendations. Service was good and wait staff were attentive. Portion sizes were large and none of us finished our meals. Great place for brunch. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Menu - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My wife's friends were visiting from Florida and wanted to try Stephanie's on Newbury for breakfast on Saturday, November 1st. Since I'm not familiar with Boston, I called the night before to ask about parking. The young lady who answered the phone was exceptionally friendly and helpful -- she gave me several detailed parking options and couldn't have been nicer about it. I even apologized a few times for asking so many questions, and she said, "Please, no need to apologize! My job is to make sure you have a great experience, and we look forward to seeing you." That level of care and enthusiasm immediately impressed me. When we arrived the next morning, we were greeted by the hostess, who was just as warm and welcoming. Since the restaurant had just opened for the day, we chatted a bit while waiting to be seated. I asked what she liked on the menu, and she enthusiastically listed a few of her favorite dishes. I could tell she really knew the menu inside and out -- her energy and passion set a great tone before we even sat down. Once seated, we were greeted by our server, Mark, who was both extremely professional and genuinely upbeat. The breakfast menu at Stephanie's is full of tempting options, and I'll admit, I had a hard time deciding what to order. Mark kindly shared some of his personal favorites and gave thoughtful recommendations. Based on his suggestions, I went with the Huevos Rancheros and also decided to try the Stephi's Loaded Home Fries after hearing him talk them up. The food was absolutely outstanding. The Huevos Rancheros were bursting with flavor -- perfectly cooked eggs, a hearty and flavorful bean base, and a zesty sauce that tied it all together. The Stephi's Loaded Home Fries were easily some of the best I've ever had -- crispy on the outside, tender inside, and loaded with all the right toppings. My table also ordered the stack of pancakes, breakfast skillet, sausage, and a slice of Boston Cream Pie -- and everyone agreed each dish was over the top good. The pancakes were fluffy and golden, the skillet was hearty and well-balanced, and the sausage had that perfect snap and flavor. The Boston Cream Pie was a showstopper -- rich, creamy, and the perfect way to end such a fantastic breakfast. Throughout the meal, Mark was extremely attentive. Even while juggling several tables, he never missed a beat -- keeping our coffees and drinks refilled, checking in at just the right moments, and maintaining his upbeat, professional attitude. You could tell he truly enjoys what he does, and that energy made the entire experience even better. All in all, this was a fantastic breakfast experience from start to finish. Even though we live over an hour away, we're already planning to come back -- not only because of the incredible food, but because of the unbelievable customer-focused staff like Mark and the wonderful hostess (whose name I unfortunately didn't catch). I highly recommend Stephanie's on Newbury to anyone looking for a fabulous dining experience in Boston. It's rare these days to find a restaurant where every single team member genuinely cares about making your visit special -- but at Stephanie's, that's exactly what you'll get. read more

Came back after many years away and still a first rate experience. Also, different hostess so had a terrific time. Will definitely return!

Solid 4 stars! Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon on a stroll through Newberry Street. We tried to get an outside table, but there was a 10 to 15 minute wait. Odd since there were many empty tables, but maybe they were understaffed. Sat inside at the bar and it was excellent service I can't speak for the rest of the food, but the Calamari and Mac and Cheese were delicious . Got a draft Sam Adams Oktoberfest, which was icy cold and just perfect. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Calamari - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I will start by noting that this place had no wait, lovely AC or outdoor seating, and yummy food. These are all great reasons to stop by and the location is fabulous if you're on Newbury or in the Back Bay area. The only qualms I have is that the food is rather expensive and I asked for the bolognese without dairy but it's premade. I guess just keep in mind that substitutions/removals might be more difficult here? And one small thing is that it's one of those places with the tiny cups of water but no pitcher at the table so I had to ask for a refill 3-4 times. Overall, good food and convenient stop! read more

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I had a dinner at Stephanie's on Newbury when I was in Boston for a conference last week.Our conference organizer had arranged for our dinner there, so it was a set menu offered in a private area of the restaurant (upstairs in the back). The restaurant's decor feels a little dated perhaps, but it was comfortable and casual inside. They brought us drinks and their brown butter cornbread (with maple butter to start). Then we had a choice of three appetizers (chowder, calamari, and something else I can't remember). The group I was eating broke evenly between the chowder and the calamari. I got the calamari, which was quite good. Then for our entree, there was a choice between three dishes: a beef, a chicken, and a vegetarian dish. I got the chili Baharat half chicken (served with preserved lemon chermoula and celeriac remoulade, according to the menu). Maybe I didn't get the dish as it's usually prepared, because I found it to a dry, lonely plate for the chicken. The chicken was well browned, but perhaps a tad overcooked, and therefore dry, but there was almost nothing else on my plate. I had a pile of a slaw-like side, which was bland, and there was no sauce. (Is it possible that remoulade means something very different to them than to me and that the slaw pile was a celeriac remoulade?) I got a bit of the preserved lemon but tasted no baharat at all. Overall, the dish was just dry and bland. Maybe just a chicken leg over some Israeli couscous and sauce? But the dish felt incomplete to me, and I wasn't a big fan of it. We had Boston cream pie for dessert, which was good (and also made me realize I'm not really sure what Boston cream pie is). The service was good - we were a larger group, and they were really friendly and took great care of us. Our set meal at Stephanie's certainly wasn't bad, but I wasn't a big fan of my entree, and I'm not sure I'd return to Stephanie's when I'm next in Boston based on this first experience. But - again - certainly not a bad meal if you're looking for a restaurant in the area what has quite a varied menu (maybe something for everyone?). read more

Really enjoyed lunch at Stephanie's. The portions were huge and the food is excellent... great service to top it off

I went here for the hot chocolate flight and it did not disappoint! I arrived around noon on a Saturday and was able to walk right in and find 3 seats together at the bar. The hot coco flight was only $14 I believe and it was both beautiful and delicious! I loved the presentation. Service was very quick as well. No complaints! read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Hot chocolate flight - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They don't have lobster rolls which I was a bit disappointed but I wasn't super hungry so I ordered New England clam chowder and fried calamari. Love the clam chowder it's creamy but not heavy, great flavor. And calamari is fried perfectly that outside has a crispy skin but inside is juicy and soft. Perfect . And the sauce has a kick when you dip calamari in it so addictive! read more

I loved everything about Stephanie's from the food to the ambience to the service! Incredible all the way Food: we ordered the cheesy corn bread for the table which was delicious. It came with maple butter which was absolutely delectable. For my main I ordered the mac and cheese lobster which was also amazing! Very heavy! I recommend splitting this with someone next time you are here. The lobster tasted so good Service: amazing and really kind waitress! She even helped split our checks down to dividing the price of shared items like the cheesy corn bread Ambience: this is right on Newbury with a beautiful view. Inside is big with loads of space Price: fair prices given quality and portion sizes! read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Lobster Macaroni and Cheese Pasta - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Stopped on for a late dinner. The tuna tartar was a good size with an amazing wasabi sauce on the side. The burger was juicy with a large portion of French fries. The steak tips had a good flavor. Service was good but the bar response was slow. read more

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We got the pancakes and chicken salad--both of which we loved. The pancakes were light and fluffy, served with syrup and cinnamon butter. The chicken salad was hearty, made with big chunks of chicken and light on the mayo which I prefer. The toast for the chicken salad was delicious and grainy while the greens were crisp. All around, the food was fresh, creative, and served in extra large portions. The outdoor seating was lovely, especially for a sunny Sunday. Only complaint would be the slow service (we were never given water and had to ask twice), but given it was a busy day it is understandable! I would definitely come back and try more of the menu, all of the food looked amazing. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Pancakes and Chicken Salad - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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If you are looking for a traditional weekend brunch look no further than Stephanie's on Newbury. You come for the famous bloody Mary's disappointing this time was no shrimp topping. Food is good. I would not say outstanding, it's your basic breakfast fare. They do offer gf options read more

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Having lunch and sitting outside was very nice on a beautiful day! Street parking was very tough to get and it's very busy on weekends. Staff are very friendly and provide fast services. read more

I came here for lunch and was blown away. I really enjoyed the Mezze Plate which has an assortment of hummus, tzatziki, olives and pita bread. The portion was large and super filling. The ambiance was super cozy with an upscale vibe. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back again. read more

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Not sure why they are packed, but certainly not the worst in the area. We stopped in for brunch on a cold Saturday afternoon. The place was jammed pack. The host was cold, no welcome and could care less with no eye contact. Never a good start. The restaurant is cavernous and we were escorted away to a rear upper dining room, which was fine, but not as nice as the main dining room. This room also quickly filled up. Our waiter seemed nice enough and I ordered one of their "famous" bloody mary's, where you build what you would like. It was good, but honestly nothing special. As it was a brunch menu there was a mix of sweets, breakfast fare and savory items. I'm a sucker for monkey bread and was delighted to see it on the menu. It was only a few minutes after placing the order that the dish arrived. Sadly, it was room temperature and unfortunately the center was raw. We picked around the outside but the inner portion was inedible. Further, our waiter did not check back at us until our main was dropped at the table. I told him the monkey bread could have used some more time in the oven and had an undercooked center, and he asked what he could do. We did not want, nor could eat another. The dish was NOT removed from our check which I think would have been an appropriate gesture. Service was lackluster and I think our server was afraid to checkin on us any further. When servers know the food may not be great, they tend to not checkin. The breakfast burger we ordered was unremarkable. It was my wife's birthday which I had noted in the reservation and there was no acknowledgement from the host, or waiter. I suppose it is just not that kind of place. Essentially diner fare, at a premium price. There are much better choices in Back Bay and I don't think we would return here and I can't recommend. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Build your own bloody mary. Nice enough, but nothing special - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Nice atmosphere. Good staff. Food looked good, but seemed a bit too bland. Some more seasonings could have punched it up. read more

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Me and my husband shared with smoked fish breakfast. Everything was excellent. Servers in and around bar area were very friendly and accommodating. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Smoked fish - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

What a treat! Had brunch here today with my cousin who has been visiting Boston. I've been wanting to come here and finally had the chance! Both of us got the butternut squash soup and split a turkey club. The butternut squash was pure divinity. We did our best to eat every ounce , scraping the bowl until we couldn't anymore. The pumpkin seeds were a nice touch. The cream in the middle really popped out the flavors of the soup. We couldn't get enough. The turkey club was great! The bread was perfectly grilled. The bacon was wonderfully crispy. The avocado blended nicely into the sandwich. It was the perfect complement to the soup! I also got an appletini- it was delicious! My cousin enjoyed her dry martini. I ended my meal with two cups of tea. Service was fantastic. It's such a cute restaurant- lots of seating. It's usually packed and now I truly know why. Will be back for sure to try more of their menu! Happy end of 2023. read more

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Only been here for brunch so maybe should go back for dinner . . . While it has a cute atmosphere esp for brunch, I found the food to be extremely mid. I was able to try a few things of my friends as well and found it all very average compared to what I expected given the prices, location and atmosphere. read more

My boyfriend and I came here after getting off of a flight because we were hungry and it was convenient. Service was slow, but our server was nice. We got monkey bread and the breakfast skillet. The monkey bread was good, the breakfast skillet was odd. The eggs kind of tasted like toilet water, the potatoes were hot but undercooked on the inside, and the sausage and bacon were cold. It was nice inside, but for the price was a little disappointed. read more

Hadn't been in ages. Took the family. Server was great, tho he did completely forget my glass of wine - at least he didn't charge me for it. The best part of the meal was the maple brown butter that came with the cornbread; basically sweet frosting. Wife's steak tips were average at best, not much flavor. Daughter's fish and chips was almost burnt on the outside. Only about 3/4's was edible. My lamb shank was pretty good - super tender - but the "spiced" squash puree was only "spiced" with (brown?) sugar, too sweet. And the fried brussel sprouts were bunt on the outside. Waiter got a new batch, this time they were nicely charred on the outside, raw on the inside. Their fryer is obviously set way too high; hence the dark dark brown fish coating and the burnt/raw brussels. Boston cream pie had nice chocolate coating, but very limited filling. This place used to be great, now clearly a burn and churn, maximizing revenue, limited quality. Too bad. read more

Good, not great... and pricy. Service at the bar (during brunch, thin crowd) was soft and too inattentive (like, twice asking for more water). The Cinnamon Monkey Bread was yum for an app. The mocktails were good, but $10 for mixed fruit juice is nuts (I realized I could have ordered a glass of the two juices for $4 a piece). The salmon flat bread was good, not great. Flat bread a bit doughy. It's like the dish didn't know what it wanted to be. The skillet was heavy on the breakfast taters covered in cheese... eggs over easy were medium. The biscuit, though, wow! The size of a horse saddle it was. So, again, good but not great. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The Rigatoni was delicious. I forgot our servers name but the customer service was very good. Ordered a tequila mule and it was made well. For price, atmosphere, and service its pretty good read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Rigatoni Bolognese was fantastic. - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Newbury Street is adorable! This quaint area is perfectly tucked in the Back Bay area of Boston with tons of restaurants and shops! We were originally going to eat across the street for dinner but didn't want to wait 30-45 minutes (an average wait time for dinner on a Friday in the area). After strolling over to Stephanies on Newbury, we were promptly seated with the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Waitstaff were friendly, professional, and made a mean drink! Stephanies is known for serving sophisticated comfort food, and that's exactly what you get. The menu is filled with American classics with a local twist. We had 2 entrees- the Stephi Burger and Skirt Steak Frites. The burger was decadent! 10oz of goodness topped with cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, onion strings, and spicy mayo mmmhmmm that's the good stuff! The steak was delicious too... but not as good coming back up. Piled high on truffle fries and drenched in chimichurri sauce caused for an oily mess both on the plate and in my stomach. A very tough go around :/ Overall, the ambiance, service and drinks were great but not sure I'll be stopping here again ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - Flank Steak & Frites - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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SPEEDDY service. Got our food within 5 minutes of ordering. The kitchen is so on top of everything the salad was epic and chowder was delicious. Their bloody Mary's seem unreal and I will def be trying one topped w a mini burger next time I go! They also have ample seating inside and outside that is tastefully arranged with casual elegant decor. read more

Stephanie's On Newbury - New England Clam Chowder - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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