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    The Capital Burger

    4.2 (374 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    The Capital Burger + Parmesan Truffle Fries + truffle aioli dip
    Chris T.

    So for the once in a while the lady actually down for a burger, we opted to finally try capital burger on Newbury. Now, i love capital grille so i had high expectations for the burger spot! We were promptly seated and the hostess tonight was happy and nice! Brought us upstairs to a cozy booth we like to sit side by side for our meals usually. Our server tonight was Jillian and she was a gem! Very nice, was quick with suggestions when we asked. I grabbed the $22 capital burger, guyere cheese, french onion carmelized onions and shallot aoili. Opted for the upgraded truffle fries +$3. Cooked a perfect medium, fat patty, cheese pull on point, dip with the aioli..... chef's kiss frfr. The fries were crispy, seasoned well, no complaints outside i couldn't finish them after the burger. It is FILLING. The calamari was perfectly crispy with thin coat of batter, large rings and mustache pieces, and chili peppers/ hots was a great addition. Love this style calamari. The lady grabbed the shroom burger and her's was also juicy, glistening..Goodness! Ample, ample amounts of mushrooms chopped and topped! About $70 bucks for the meal plus tip. Happy with our dinner! Oh the pickles in the mini jar were so good the lady asked for a second serving which Jillian gladly grabbed for us!

    Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
    Jacob C.

    I usually don't have super high expectations for chain restaurants, even higher end ones, but I have to say I was delighted by the food, service and overall experience at Capital Burger. We tried a bunch of sides, including the kung pao Brussels sprouts, smoked Gouda cheese fries and shishito peppers and they were all super tasty. The burgers were also excellent, true to reputation, though temperature does seem to run a little on the rare side (i.e. may want to go for medium if you're not looking for a pinker medium rare). Would recommend and definitely go again!

    Paul B.

    Really enjoyed our lunch here. We got seated within about 10 minutes on a very busy Saturday, particularly during graduation.. We went in for a simple lunch and soft shrinks, and came in under $45. Service was great, very friendly and attentive. For a casual restaurant I thought this was very good quality and I would eat there again. Of particular notice, they chicken sandwich and the veggie burger came on these nearly picture perfect buns--Something that often gets pounced on and smashed in the kitchen. Kudos for bun integrity!

    The "Capital Burger" at Capital Burger
    Gary G.

    Upscale burger spinoff from the Capital Grille steakhouse chain. Beautiful space and beautiful premium beef by rock star meat purveyor Pat LaFrieda in NYC. Weekday lunch visit: -- "Capital Burger" (their signature offering): A French onion style burger with speckled and well melted Gruyère cheese, soupy caramelized onions, and shallot aioli, on a sizable bun dotted with both black and white sesame seeds. Juicy medium rare center as ordered, but not much crusting on the exterior (the two are not mutually exclusive), and very light seasoning. Cheese flowed like lava. Onions were soft and noticeable. Very good burger even with the two shortcomings. -- Mixed Baby Greens: I traded fries for something more healthy. Well dressed with a tangy concoction and some carrot shreds and cherry tomatoes in the mix. A good complement to the burger. Service was VERY disappointing. The place was empty on a Friday lunch, with only one booth occupied, yet I got seated on the other side of the partition, literally inches from them. Then my server doesn't show up for roughly 15 minutes. Then I don't see the server ever again after receiving my order. Nobody came by to follow up. After finishing my meal I waited roughly 15 minutes again with no check, no server, no service, no pulse among the front of the house. No manager either as far as I could tell. I calculated the payment, left cash, and departed. I expect better from a place with "Capital" in its name. Capital Burger's Yelp bio promises "featuring a commitment to exceptional service and hospitality." This visit showed not only the lack of exceptional service, but the lack of commitment as well. (And yes, I did mention this to the business via their Instagram account.)

    Menu
    Lizzie Y.

    The Capital Burger is a great place to stop by for some gourmet burgers on Newbury St! It's right where the old Papa Razzi restaurant once was. If you're a familiar with Capital Grille, Capital Burger is the chain's restaurant that focuses mainly on burgers & has two floors of seating. We had no issues with walking in for a table for 2 & were seating upstairs. We ordered a burger each and an appetizer to share: - the capital burger - roasted wild mushroom & Swiss burger - pan fried calamari All of their burgers are made w/ 1/2 lb of their beef blend. Definitely some meaty burgers! We each had half of our burger & felt quite full. We requested for our burgers to be medium and absolutely LOVED that they actually made the patties medium. It's not often that that happens. The calamari was tasty & we devoured it, along with the pickled peppers. The calamari itself was not dry at all. I also really enjoyed the complimentary pickles. They make it in house and the brine was perfectly salty and not too sour, slightly sweet. I was tempted to drink the pickle brine! Overall, we had a great dinner after doing some shopping in the area. Will be back soon.

    The Capital Burger Bacon Cheeseburger
    Saúl

    If you are a burger enthusiast, definitely go check out their capital burger. Prices are fair (and even cheap for a restaurant in such a busy area) and the atmosphere is incredible; such a nice looking restaurant. It is a surprisingly filling burger so go hungry. Service was fast and nice. The only "downside" is that menu is not the biggest, but that shouldn't be a concern if you want to try their burgers, especially their capital burger. Definitely would go again

    Mushroom Burger
    Marina O.

    We came here with a large group, and overall the food was actually pretty good. Unfortunately, the service and cleanliness left us with a very disappointing experience. I ordered a Blue Moon beer, and the waiter initially said "okay" and took my order. When everyone else at the table received their drinks, I was the only one left without mine. After waiting for quite a while, I asked where my beer was, and only then did the waiter tell me they didn't even have Blue Moon. I had to choose another beer and wait all over again while everyone else was already enjoying their drinks. The worst part happened at the end of the evening. We were among the last few customers still in the restaurant when a mouse suddenly appeared and started running between the tables, picking up crumbs from the floor. Seeing a mouse in the dining area completely ruined the experience and raised serious concerns about the restaurant's cleanliness and hygiene. The food was decent, but between the poor service and the mouse running through the restaurant, I don't think I'll be coming back.

    Classic Cheeseburger with Smoked Gouda Cheese Fries
    Rowan F.

    Always an excellent experience at capital burger. Fast friendly greeting, seating, service, and food. Amazingly tasty. Rich comfortable atmosphere. Surprisingly reasonable prices given the quality. 10/10 every time I've been.

    Chocolate mousse
    Brent M.

    This is a great son to The Capital Grill. They uphold the legacy of exceptional food, beautiful dining atmosphere, and good service. The interior is warm with the rich woods, steel touches, glowing amber columns, wood floors, and beautiful tile touches. The staff was kind, attentive, and helpful. These were some of the best burgers we have had, prepared as we requested, high quality meat, and unique touches like the torched cheese, and even the pick was customized for their restaurant. The kung pao Brussels sprouts were unique and tasty without being too spicy. We will be back to try more of the menu. It was nice to see that great care was taken to align with "The Capital" reputation and name, because the Grill is one of our favorite restaurants.

    Vegetarian Burger and Smoked Gouda Cheese Fries
    Tara S.

    Things I loved about The Capital Burger: very convenient location and great walkability to shopping on Newbury St. The outside eating area is very cute, located in a little downstairs alcove with umbrella-covered tables and a cozy feel. Things that could use a little help: Customer service was slightly stand-offish from our server. However the manager came to our table to chat and ask about the food, and he was very nice. Service in general was slow, it took quite a while for even our drinks and appetizers to come out. Our server didn't check to see if we needed drink refills; she didn't check on us at all really. As far as my meal, I enjoyed my fries, but the veggie burger was lacking in flavor. I've had better at Burger King to be honest. Overall, I don't think I would return to The Capital Burger. There are so many places to try on Newbury Street!

    Hot Bavarian Pretzel
    jacyl c.

    Hands down one of the best burger spots in Boston! From the moment we arrived, Michael, the general manager, made sure we were taken care of. He personally assisted when there was almost an issue, handled it with professionalism, and got us seated in a timely manner. You can tell he truly cares about both his guests and his staff such a rare quality to see. The food? Incredible. The burger was juicy, packed with flavor, and that melted cheese was everything rich, gooey, and perfectly balanced. Even the cider was amazing crisp, refreshing, and paired perfectly with the meal. We loved the upstairs area and the interior decor cozy yet modern, with such a good vibe. If you're in the area, you have to stop by. Just make sure to reserve your spot, because there's usually a wait... but trust me, it's 100% worth it

    The Capital Burger
    Miranda S.

    I really liked their burgers! I see why it's been on some top burger lists. I got the capital burger - which had a toasted Gruyère cheese and onions on top. I swapped fries for salad as my side, although the fries looked good. Cesar salad was ok, not as fresh as I wanted it to be. Service was great and fast. Overall, I plan to come back here for my burger fix as I'm on Newbury street, and will get the fries next time.

    Pan-Fried Calamari
    Nicholas P.

    Simple and to the point every thing was amazing like always and my bar tender was phenomenal

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    Food beyond expectations, impeccable service from front staff, bar service, and wait staff! Will be in our rotation for repeat restaurants!

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    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes, vegetarian options as well.

    What time is happy hour?

    There isn't one. Happy hour is currently illegal in the state :(

    Whats a good time to go on a saturday not crowded?

    omg any time!! go eat it's soooo good 🤤🤤

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    backbar - Bar

    backbar

    4.4(461 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$

    As per usual 10/10 Greeted in door way…read more Clean well stocked bathrooms Welcoming to everyone 80s 90s 2000s knowledgeable stylish Mushroom app and burger were nice treats to add to the awesome studio ghibli themed menu from the BB guide so clever top notch cocktails Cocktails Drinks Music and kikis delivery service on the projector good vibes

    I am a lover of everything studio ghibli so when I saw Backbar was doing essentially a month of…read moredrinks based on the movies I knew I had to go! The bar is really funky fun which I loved. There is literally fun everywhere you look from the panda stuffed animal riding a tiger on the wall to the hilarious shrek pillow. Coming right when they open I was able to see these things that you would likely not see in the evening. But to be fair I came right when they opened since it is first come first serve. A majority of the drinks were more on the savory side which was very interesting like "may all your bacon burn" with bacon bites at the top of the drink. The drinks my friend had were all stunning with the use of egg yolk to elevate the drink. We ended the evening by walking over to Bow Market and trying Viet Citron which was so DANG GOOD my gosh. The to go orders were insane but looks like they are doing very well despite recently opening in. I got the grilled lemongrass pork ribs bowl and youtiao and the side sauce was so good. The ribs were all very meaty. It looks small but I was surprised how full I was after having it. Nice night of drinks and food. What we got Kiki's marmalade buns Castle in the sky Milk Punch May All your bacon burn

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    Saltie Girl - The World Is Your Oyster

    Saltie Girl

    4.2(2.8k reviews)
    0.1 mi•Back Bay
    •$$$

    Well, all the hype turned out to be accurate. From start to finish, we had such a wonderful time…read more My husband and I got reservations for 6 inside and were immediately seated. The decor is really cute and all the staff we interacted with were great. I got my first lobster roll (hot) with their fries. It was everything I dreamed of! So much lobster meat and just the right amount of butter. A squeeze of lemon really made everything pop. And the fries were excellent too-- I was going to ask for vinegar for mine but they were perfect plain. My husband got the lobster pasta and completely wolfed it down so I assume he liked it... I got a Sauvignon blanc which was kind of meh (no fault of the restaurant) and my husband got a cider. We were beat at the end and didn't get dessert. I highly recommend stopping here if you get a chance. 10/10 Well, all the hype turned out to be accurate. From start to finish, we had such a wonderful time. My husband and I got reservations for 6 inside and were immediately seated. The decor is really cute and all the staff we interacted with were great. I got my first lobster roll (hot) with their fries. It was everything I dreamed of! So much lobster meat and just the right amount of butter. A squeeze of lemon really made everything pop. And the fries were excellent too-- I was going to ask for vinegar for mine but they were perfect plain. My husband got the lobster pasta and completely wolfed it down so I assume he liked it... I got a Sauvignon blanc which was kind of meh (no fault of the restaurant) and my husband got a cider. We were beat at the end and didn't get dessert. I highly recommend stopping here if you get a chance. 10/10

    Great food, waitstaff, ambience (outdoors. on a gorgeous day!!) We had just been to see the…read moreElephants on Comm mall and we got hungry...Great salad,,,Wonderful mussels and... a warm chocolate chip cookie. Missed some ice cream, but did nothing to downplay a lovely meal.

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    Wink & Nod - Zucchini Fritters

    Wink & Nod

    3.9(559 reviews)
    0.5 mi•South End
    •$$$

    Wink & Nod in South End Boston is a MUST try! They are a speak easy cocktail bar with a pop up…read morekitchen. This season they have the chef from the Black Cat Eatery. Make reservations if you're thinking about going (Which you should!) from the curry goat patty to the oxtail pasta! You'll be licking all your fingers! LOL. We had, the curry goat patty. Griyot, broccolini, oxtail pasta, and the Mac & cheese! AMAZING. Drinks are on point. Food is a fire and Kalani our bartender was a vibe! #Wink&Nod #DohOnTheGo #Boston #GoodEats #TreatYourselfDontCheatYourself

    Last night, y'all... @_valentino_86 did his BIG one at @wink_and_nod, and I'm still thinking about…read morethat meal! The food tasted like pure love and a long hug in every bite. Let's talk about what we ordered: The goat pâté had a perfectly flaky crust, and the meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned beautifully. The mac and cheese was creamy, rich, and packed with flavor.The oxtail pasta was cooked to perfection and bursting with bold, savory flavor.The Haitian style griot with pikliz tasted like somebody's auntie or mama made it. That's how you know it's GOOD! Chef Valentine, thank you for sharing your gift and your kindness with us. It was such a pleasure chatting with you and learning more about your journey and everything you're building. You're incredibly talented, and it shows in every plate. And can we give a shout out to our waiter, Xavier? TOP TIER! He knew the menu inside and out, handled all of my little isms and skisms without missing a beat, and was attentive from beginning to end. The hospitality was unmatched. The entire @wink_and_nod experience was beautiful. The speakeasy is chic, the atmosphere is a vibe, the bathrooms were spotless, and the service was exceptional. Chef Valentine is currently the resident chef, and I'm hoping they keep him there for a long time because he's definitely worth the visit. Y'all, JUST GO! Tell them Leah sent you! And don't forget to follow his business page @blkcateatery. #LeahApproved

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    The Street Bar - The Street Bar | The Newbury Boston

    The Street Bar

    3.6(77 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Back Bay

    I came here for breakfast during my stay at The Newbury. Service was quite slow as initially there…read morewas only one dedicated, friendly employee handling the seating, taking orders and busing the tables. My order of yogurt with fruit and granola was fresh, filling and a yummy beginning to my day. My coffee was equally enjoyed, and note that it's $13 for each small coffee pot. Refills are not complimentary. I loved my window table on this rainy morning, and the lovely, cozy ambiance of The Street Bar. It's easy to see why this is such a sought after bar each evening.

    We visited on January 11th, a few weeks prior to my wedding. This was a day I had planned for…read moremonths with my daughter and future stepdaughter, an important and meaningful occasion, and the experience fell significantly below expectations. In advance, I stopped into the hotel to confirm that a gluten-free guest could be accommodated and was assured this would be handled. In reality, the accommodation was inadequate and, at times, unacceptable. While the rest of us were served scones, my stepdaughter was given cut fruit in their place, and told that was all they had to accommodate.The dessert course consisted of what appeared to be basic gluten-free cookies, misrepresented as something more gourmet - egg nog cookies??? This lack of preparation was both disappointing, upsetting and avoidable. The broader experience was equally concerning. We were subjected to an unsolicited and uncomfortable "lesson" on tea service, which detracted from what should have been a relaxed and celebratory occasion. While trying to enjoy the time with the girls, being a lifelong tea drinker and someone who has been to many times at your establishment and its various incarnations, this is something I have never experienced. The food quality was poor (scones were clearly reheated and stuck to the cloth napkin they were wrapped in), and there were notable service lapses, including being served water in a visibly shattered glass. Additionally, when hot water was added to refresh the tea, my stepdaughter's pot curdled and had to be replaced. It was especially disappointing, as I mentioned that I had stopped in and spoken with the concierge, and was assured, as they had called the kitchen while I stood there that they readily accommodated gluten-free. There are numerous places in the city that could have done this, and if you had just told me that you could not do so, I would have booked us elsewhere. I chose not to raise the multiple issues in the moment so as not to disrupt what was meant to be a special day for the girls and me. However, the total cost exceeded $500, and the experience did not come close to justifying that price point! Do not recommend.

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    Extra Dirty Cocktail Club

    Extra Dirty Cocktail Club

    4.7(12 reviews)
    1.7 mi•North End

    Such a fun experience and honestly such a deal for how many drinks and food you get! Definitely…read moreneed reservations, even on a weekday. You have to enter the building with a small fox picture, go down a set of stairs and check in at the counter of said restaurant before they lead you into the back where the speakeasy is. The menu is "set" in that they have a particular cuisine focus for the night and the four food dishes are predetermined as well as the first drink. That being said, you get to order three more drinks from their cocktail menu that range from lighter to more spirit forward, ending with more dessert type cocktails. All the drink flavors were so unique and a fun twist. The food was actually very substantial. Good flavors as well. Our favorite dishes were the lamb cigars (large egg roll shape with eggplant and spices) and the whole branzino. Everything was good though. Service was a very friendly and they were open about the fact that if you didn't like a drink they'd make you another one.

    Man I love this place…read more Reservations are a must and it is a little tricky to find. Look for the fox on the outside door and go downstairs. We sat at the bar and Ada was our bartender. She was great! Really enjoyed talking with her and she had great drinks recommendations. The food was delicious and very unique which was refreshing. Its a 2 hour experience with 4 drinks, 3 food courses and a dessert. You definitely wont be hungry after. Highly recommend for a date night.

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