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    Tavern in the Square South Station

    3.5 (74 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    TAVERN IN THE SQUARE SOUTH STATION ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Jessica B.

    So, you gotta adjust your expectations for what this place is: a bar in a train station. It's small, limited and expensive for what it is. My coworker and I came here to grab a bite before we caught our train. We started with the chips & salsa, which were terrible to be honest; watery salsa and cardboard-flavored chips. However, my caesar salad wrap was much better! It was small but had good caesar flavor. I appreciate the cape cod chips it was served with. The BEST part of this place? They serve booze in to-go cups so you can take it on the train with you!! I probably won't eat here again, but I will definitely grab to-go drinks again for my train ride home :)

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    Jen W.

    Waiting for a connecting train we decided to try the small Tavern in the Square sit down restaurant inside South Station. The barkeep was very nice, very busy and very efficient. Out of their tiny kitchen, one young woman was quickly pushing out food orders while the barkeep made sure everyone was happy. We were in and out in less than an hour. The food was good, the drinks strong. A bit pricey, but very convenient and quick for a sit down spot. They have take-away too.

    Waylon J.

    Came here while waiting for my train. Surrounded by places serving crêpes and McDonalds, I was pleased to find this mini bar situated next to the board with train times. For a train station tavern, I found it to be a overall decent experience. Sipping a seasonal Samuel Adams draft, the Winter Olympics on the TV and wooden seating really created a cool winter feel. I was disappointed to find that most of the drinks I was looking to try on the seasonal menu weren't available. Combined with the pricy food options ($13 for nachos), beers and game watching is probably the way to go. For a spot in the train station to kill time, probably your best option.

    Andres R.

    If you find yourself feeling hungry and waiting for the commuter train in South Station, this is a great place where to enjoy a quick meal and a beer on tap. We had minimal wait time before our seating, and our waitress was super nice and efficient. They did their best to create a nice little oasis in the middle of a transportation center, and the food was generously portioned and the beer was very cold and sudsy. I had their clam chowder and my girlfriend had their beef chili, both were just right in a cold afternoon after returning from a trip in the Caribbean.

    I apologize for the crummy angle, but I couldn't find a menu online, so here is the food menu as of 2/21/2014.
    Dave A.

    Really nice layout in South Station, they have an impressive 32 beers on tap, and an attentive staff. Their menu is a limited version of their regular restaurant menus, which was perfect for lunch with sandwiches and salads. Ate lunch here so didn't get to enjoy any of those beers beckoning me (office is very close, too risky) ;-) I had the Monterrey chicken sandwich, which was solid, but not very flavorful. I felt it could use some cheese. A little more expensive than what I remember at their other locations, but a good addition to South Station.

    Asha G.

    Quick! A crowded mini bar with good options for someone waiting for their next bus or train. I had the chicken quesadilla that was pretty good I couldn't really see the shredded chicken it was kind a mush. The clam chowder wasn't good for it to be in Boston. The waitress who was very nice offered me the tomato soup which was soooo salty. The wings were good crunchy and perfectly seasoned.

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    Rachel and crew were hustling today. Super personable and juggling a lot! Great service and atmosphere! Chowder was good!

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    Quick sip today. Lovely service from Sherry (spelling?). She made a great impression. Great stop in a hectic day.

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