We pre-gamed at the bar for a Monday night game in early April. The bartender was fantastic and the service was great. They ambiance of the whiskey bar and the sound of the ice can't get any better. There are so many bottles that I haven't seen or heard of up there behind the sliding ladder. We ordered a couple of craft cocktails with the olives. The olives came out warm and they were garnished with cardamom, citrus, and olive oil. They were tremendous. I ordered the lamb shoulder and was very impressed. Super tender, fall off the bone, and flavorful. Great for a cold day! The gravy was done perfectly, just wish there was some mashed potatoes to go with it. It came with carrot and cabbage. You could tell it was cooking for several hours with love. Definitely worth it! The Bigoni Carbonara was very rich made with thick homemade spaghettoni. It was very guanciale forward in flavor. We added pepper as we ate it. There was none left on the plate at the end, but I would not order it again. read more

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The new Citizen has board games!! We came here for dinner on this cold January night at the start of a pre-storm weekend! Ambiance is really nice with the wood, and the lighting - feels cozy. We sat at the end of the bar which is like a booth - seating is comfortable. The shelves right above have a bunch of vintage bookshelf edition board games - monopoly, Game of life, Chutes & ladders, etc etc. We opened some of the games and checked them out but didn't really play anything. Maybe next time! I ordered the Atlantic cod - came with a shellfish sauce, edamame and teeny tiny turnips - the tiniest I've ever seen! mint flavors felt fresh and different. Otherwise the cod itself was cooked well but nothing to write home about. I also wish they'd add a side of rice. The hubs ordered the burger which he said was good but he liked the shoestring fries the best. He also ordered the pining for pear drink which was nice and fruity. It was warm and felt nice sitting inside while it was freezing outside! Service was friendly, bartenders were nice. The outside is really nice with the decor and the holiday lights in the background! read more

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Citizen revamped their space and the vibe and menu are more upscale than it was previously! Tuna tartare is flavorful, the aioli is more of a light honey mustard type of sauce. Oysters are some of the best I've had lately! Focaccia is freshly baked, comes with a side of whipped onion butter. Bacon wrapped dates are decent, just two per order. Did not try entrees but am curious for next time. read more

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This is a great little spot! Tons of seating available and great for a quick drink. I got a cocktail here and it was delicious and pretty! Also a very good price. As a matchbook collector I was so happy to see that they had matches. read more

The Citizen - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Small to medium venue. Metered street parking around. Staff were friendly & attentive. Dark interior with an old school high end bar feel to it. Food was good, but nothing to sing about. A nice stop for a chill vibe and meal. Grades: Oysters: A+ Slow Braised Short Rib Mole: B 10oz Sirloin Burger: B Island Girl (not pictured): B Citizen Old Fashioned: B read more

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service & drink were good but....food was abysmal ! SALMON SKANKY - old or low grade or both! fish sandwich: sliver of fish in thick, super greasy crust - a double-combo grease sandwich with a hint of fish. Nasty fish odor by bar near bathrooms, a warning I ignored. I expected much better food from the Franklin group! The owners should go check this out and set a higher bar! But will always get customers in that location so maybe no incentive. read more

" definitely come here " This place knocks it out of the park . For total Bostonian experience of food with a history . The oysters out of this world and so fun with a drink . I highly recommend this place . Definitely come here if you can . The service and vibe is friendly. read more

A great restaurant near Fenway Park that offers a good selection of food. The oysters were fresh and delicious. Service was excellent. read more

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They had an impressive bourbon and whiskey list, including Pappy. Kentucky campin' was dangerous in a good way. A concerned non-bourbon drinker ordered it and loved it due to how well it was mixed, given it, muted a bourbon taste. The oysters were fresh, the tuna tartar was pretty good. The brussels sprouts were very crispy and crunchy, but lacked flavor. The old fashioned was pre-barrel aged made and it was alright. The toffee bread pudding was really good, I regret sharing it good. Nice public house vibes and great service/ read more

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After the game we stopped here and had delicious drinks that were reasonably priced... My friend and I shared a burger that was delicious and giant! Would definitely stop here again. read more

Citizen is a little bit on the pricey side, but this is a case where you get what you pay for. It's smack in the middle of the Fenway neighborhood and a block from Fenway Park, which is becoming quite a hip neighborhood in the best part of Boston. There isn't a bad food item on the menu. However, the real draw is the whiskey menu. The selection is extensive and features a multitude of distilleries from all around the world. The seasoned bartenders are on point with recommendations, and if you are feeling brave you can take up a card and gain entry into the "Whiskey Club." The lighting is on the dark side, which sets up for a private level of ambience even with a small group at the bar. read more

The irony is that all my companions tonight were not fans of either whiskey nor raw seafood, the two specialties of Citizen Public House, but thankfully all the other food and drink options were plentiful and very delicious! The spicy deep fried pickles were super addictive, the endive winter salad was so flavorful with a very nose-tingly horseradish dressing, cauliflower cream pan fried gnocchi was divine, and especially enjoyed the duck pot pie with root veggies. Our server was so charismatic, attentive and kind. Could not recommend coming here enough! And would love to come back and try their raw seafood bar :) read more

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Came here after a Red Sox game for a nightcap and some appetizers. An interesting place with a bistro set up and a main bar. A fun place to come after a game, pretty lively with a few TVs. The big sticking point was how well made the drinks were. All of them were very well balanced and flavorful. The appetizers we had were very good as well, the oysters were very fresh. All in all we had a very good experience here and would be very interested in coming back for a full meal. read more

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This restaurant was our go to for 3 yrs of my college student living in the neighborhood. Oysters ( both selection and quality) were the best in town as well as a number of the dishes. Very surprised to arrive last night and find the name, decor and menu changes. Service was not up to par with the upscale and limited menu. Oysters were meh and the shrimp cocktail was nowhere near as good as the former raw bar offerings. Couldn't get a dirty martini because no olive juice. Lamb and cod were nicely presented and good, not great. Ambience was lacking for us as well. Really disappointing experience over all. I hope they find their footing because we really did love Citizens Public House before and sadly will have to find another go to in the neighborhood... read more

An official after Game Stop! We had a verity of items starting with Oysters $3.65 @ Shrimp same, both small in Size Oysters were probably farmed and young, Lamb Ragu over gnocchi Over cooked, both items! We went with the special, Really Bad Fish & Chips(fry's), soggy fish was in a breaded Shell! Salad was very fresh, lobster Bisque was tasty, Service was Faster than the Kitchen, Main Dishes came out before the starters, ( no Shucher) Apparently they make a great G&T, Bar was packed Gotta be a better food place, But My team won so everything was Good ! read more

Our group of four people had brunch there on Sunday. The patio atmosphere was really nice. Our food was good, the tuna tartare with crostini is delicious. Service was very good, our waiter was polite and nice. The mixed drinks were a big disappointment. My Bloody Mary was served in a very small glass with a huge piece of celery inside. After removing the pick with the condiments from the drink and considering all the ice added I was left with about 3 ounces of a drink that costs $15; pretty ridiculous. My daughter's mimosa had sparkling water added to the OJ and some prosecco, did not taste good at all. It was so watered down that basically tasted like water with a splash of OJ for $14 If I ever go back I would stick with wine and beer. The drinks are awful read more

Phenomenal atmosphere! Great food. Excellent service. The cocktails are perfection and the food is delicious. You will not be disappointed.

Great spot close to Fenway but classier vibe than most of the bars around there. Large bar and lots of tables. They said they have the most whiskey in all of Mass which I would agree, they had a large book of everything. We got oysters and turn tartar and they both were amazing. Prices were decent as well. The service was great, I would come back if I was in the area! read more

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My husband and I haven't been here in probably ten years, and I'm so glad we tried it again! I appreciate that even though they are known for whiskeys, they have a Zero proof cocktail list. I enjoyed the yummy mango rosemary one. I was also really impressed with our server, Nicole who had memorized my extensive list of allergies upon arrival and had great recommendations! We started with the straciatella eggplant focaccia with pomegranate, basil oil, and balsamic reduction which was unique, and my husband devoured it. I enjoyed the pan fried gnocchi with cauliflower cream which was an awesome vegetarian dish with a great texture and flavor- you would never know there was cauliflower in it because it tasted so cheesy with sage and rosemary. My husband had the steak paillard, which he said was ok. For dessert, you may think you've had great bread pudding before, until you try this toffee bread pudding which is somehow a light yet custardy masterpiece and not cloyingly sweet (sorry Eastern Standard). Also, they validate parking at a nearby lot...I already want to go back! read more

The Citizen - Delicious vegetarian pan fried gnocchi with cauliflower cream, cheese & herbs! - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here with a party of 10 for their pig roast! We booked this over a month in advance to make sure we could have the time and date we wanted and their reservation process was pretty easy and simple with just a few emails and a call to confirm. We were seated behind the bar at a long table that was half booth half seats. The place was really loud and super lively - arguably though, the music could've been turned down since it was a little too loud in my opinion and I could barely hear the people sitting right next to me. They didn't begin serving us until everyone had arrived, but that was fine. The food started coming out gradually once they put the order in and we were surprised at just how much we got - the meal starts with some seafood so one oyster, clam, and jumbo shrimp per person. Each was pretty good and the quality was pretty decent. The pig and sides slowly started coming out once the seafood was finished - the pig itself looked pretty awesome and they let you take pictures before cutting it up. The sheer amount of meat and sides was more than filling. On top of the pork, there was stuffing, carrots, cauliflower, mashed potatoes, corn, and mac n cheese. I felt they relied a bit too much on barbecue sauce though as it was smothered all over the carrots and pork. The mashed potatoes were also flavorless and the mac n cheese seemed to be lacking in cheese. The charcuterie of the head at the end was really nice and a good way to ensure most parts of the head didn't go to waste. Service was a little lacking as it was difficult to flag any server down to get the check or more water. The one thing preventing this from being a three star review though was that the manager of the restaurant was willing to discount the overall price due to a miscommunication - there was a part of the website that stated $58 per person pre tip and tax, but their in person menu said a number more than $60. They were kind enough to honor the lower price as we had all gone in with that expectation - this made it closer to $70 overall per person not including drinks. Overall, I think the experience was okay - the price we paid felt fair, but the actual price might not be as worth it. It's definitely a lot of food and we all got to take leftovers home, but the quality of the main course itself was a little lacking. Definitely a fun thing to do with friends though! read more

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My first meal in Boston. It's 500 feet from the hotel so it is too convenient. A very cool place with a lot of chill people, nice wait staff. We started with some local ousters. Very fresh and tasty, briny. The cocktail sauce was very well made. My wife ordered fish and chips. The fish is a nice, thick, flaky, juicy cod. Absolutely delicious. Better than London! I ordered a few items from the raw bar, half lobster tail, crab claws, long neck clam, and cracked claws, shrimp cocktail. As expected, everything is nice and fresh. Only criticism is the lobster is small for $22. Everything went down easy with some delicious local beer. read more

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The service here was horrible. We came here with a corporate group after the red socks game. We asked for a table they said they couldn't fit 11 people at a table. She said only 7 could sit there. I told her that was fine we could split up. She proceeded to keep saying they couldn't sit 11 people there and that we needed to go to the bar. I told her some of us would go to the bar and 7 of us would sit at the table. She then said she couldn't have us on one bill and we needed to have one open at the bar and one at the table. We told her that was fine. She then just rolled her eyes and walked off. Some of us proceeded to sit at the table and the rest went to the bar. We sat there for 30 minutes and no one came to take our order. Our main corporate guy who was in charge of us then went to the bar ordered drinks and then brought them back to us. He then got us waters and brought them back to us. Still no one came. He asked the hostess how we could get some food. They then told us we needed to order food at the bar. We were basically ignored. Finally our main guy went to tell them listen we are here to spend money. We are on a corporate budget and will tip really well. He was super nice about. He could have been mean. But Still no service. Finally one us were able to order at the bar after several attempts. We ordered raw oysters and fried pickles. the oysters took another 45 minutes to come out. They never even brought out the fried pickles. The service was horrible here. Our friend got so fed up he went and ate pizza across the street. The servers really missed out on an opportunity to make some big tips. Our group could have been really mean and Karen's but we were trying to be nice and patient. If I could give a zero I would. Next time treat people nicer do better. The vibe was off the people were mean. The hostess was arrogant. The server rolled her eyes several times. No one was nice here. Our trip to Boston was amazing except this place. Don't go here. read more

they need to do better. my buddy and I showed up both preparing to spend $200 plus on premium whiskey and the bouncer could not have been more unprofessional stating that they were at capacity. I have no problem with this. my problem is that we said no problem can we wait and he essentially said no. this gentleman at the door should be fired. I am beyond fuming. we came to Boston specifically for pappy or rip van winkle. unacceptable and I would like something to be done. read more

Great whiskey selection! You won't be disappointed. Tried on from Taiwan. It was 115.6 proof with great flavor. Kavalan bourbon cask single malt. read more

The Citizen - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Aeperol spritz was amazing and refreshing. Oyster was bit small but pricey. Burger tasted great with juicy and tender beef. Love the portion for both salad and Burger. It was overall a great experience and nice staffs. read more

The Citizen - 1/2 Dozen Shucked Oysters Farm Salad Citizen 10oz. Sirloin Burger Apeerol spritz - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The chowder & espresso martinis! Also the shrimp cocktail was so fresh, we couldn't stop ordering more. We lucked out with getting a table after not having a reservation. We would definitely come back next time we're in town. read more

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I came here a few times before the pandemic, but it wasn't a regular spot of mine. Decided to make a reservation for this past Sunday night before heading to the Thundercat concert at House of Blues. We had a 6 PM rez, but were a little late and got there at 6:08. They sat us right away at a small table for two. I wish I had gotten the server's name because she was great. There were a couple of issues which she handled quickly and professionally. The first issue was that I unwrapped my rollup and there was a massive amount of food stuck to the fork. Like - I don't know how it made it out of the kitchen like that. I got a new one quickly. The second issue was the raw platter. We ordered 4 oysters and 4 shrimp to start. One of the four oysters still had shell on the top. For a restaurant that has "Oyster Bar" in its name, that is not ok. I learned how to suck oysters during quarantine and mine are way better. Also, the shrimp were kind of tiny for the price - at least they tasted good. When I sent the 1 poorly shucked oyster back, two came in its place, which I didn't expect and appreciated. For dinner, we shared the fish and chips. Both the fish and fries were fried well. Good crunch on the fries as well as the fish with a tender inside. No complaints there. We ordered a couple of cocktails which were also just ok. The manager (Marquis?) stopped by and said hello. He was very personable and nice. So, service was very good, but the end product was "ok". I would come back and give them another shot down the line for sure. read more

The Citizen - Fish n chips - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Nicole is a wonderful server!!! The oysters are incredible, the eel lake was my favorite! Very impressive wine and whiskey list! Also great ambience had a wonderful evening on their patio! Will be back soon! read more

Wonderful selection of oysters and beers and whiskey. We had a great server and ate lots of oysters! Absolutely delicious and $3.50 apiece. Do not get the gnocchi mac n cheese as it was awful. The atmosphere is so fun and this place is open pretty late. read more

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Really fresh oysters. A little tough to visit as it's near Fenway Park and that crappy drunk vibe during the season, but we've had 2 positive experiences. Due to the built in crowds they receive they could be a little kinder / open to normal people visiting but once you're locked in you'll enjoy the experience. read more

We have been to Boston several times and this is first time eating here but won't be the last!!!! The oysters were amazing!!!!' read more

The Citizen - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was sad to see we were the only group dining here around 6pm on a Sunday night. Maybe it was just early, but I'm guessing it's due to fear about COVID. To that end, all the staff was wearing PPE, the maximum occupancy is heavily reduced, tables are spaced for social distancing, and there was plexiglass between most of them. We felt VERY safe and comfortable with their safety measures here and the bar and tables were immaculately clean. Our server, Shelby, was super friendly and helpful throughout the evening too. We found the food to a fault, to be flavorful, nicely presented, and properly cooked. The medium-rare burgers were actually medium-rare and the fish (cod) was flaky and not dried out. I'd certainly recommend the charcuterie board and/or oysters to start your meal here. The oysters were very fresh and they had a great selection of local & regional varieties. read more

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We dined here tonight for my husband's birthday and it was nothing short of fantastic. The Almost Summer cocktail was one of the best I've had and the Cobb Salad with grilled chicken was amazing. Sal was the kindest waiter we've had in a long time and made our dining experience that much better! Well definitely be back and give this restaurant 11/10!! read more

The Citizen - Espresso Martini! :) - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great place. Super comfortable and a great environment. Got apps and dinner and were pleased with the food quality and service.

Black people beware of this place. Another disclaimer: This review isn't about the food service . My friends and I stopped in for late night drinks a few weeks ago. Upon last call, the bartender asked for our final order. I asked for four shots (there were four of us) to which he responds "I overheard one of your friends say that if she has another drink she'll get sick." Now, I've worked in the restaurant industry all through college, law school and even for a bit beyond. I understand not wanting to over-serve and said, "okay, make that three shots." He glares at my friend and says, "nevermind here's the bill." Confused, I ask to speak to the manager. For context, the bar has a shelf/wall thing separating the back area from where we were sitting. The man who comes from the back self identifies as the owner (though I'm not sure I believe that). What's of importance is that he does not even have to decency to approach us but instead shouts from the back of the bar that "[he's] not serving us." So loudly and distantly that the entire bar heard him scream at us. I ask what the reason is (given the fact that the bartender himself approached us for last call and asked us what we wanted). In response, he shouts an expletive at me. At that point, I had no interest in staying there any longer. While this is happening, a white male patron gets in my face to ask what the problem is. Keep in mind, I am a woman being shouted and sworn at by not only the male "owner" but a random male patron as well. As this is going on, another man sitting at the bar shouts "get these b*****s out." In summary, as the only black patrons present, this place felt like the classic stereotypical Boston good ole boy establishment. A simple inquiry into why we were being denied service resulted in three white males screaming at me. I am upset because I've frequented The Franklin (same owner) and have enjoyed Tasty Burger here and there as a Fenway resident. Needless to say, I won't be going back. Since it's Yelp, I have to give at least one star but I'd give it 0 if I could. read more

This place is SO GOOD. Their pig roast event is a must and worth the money. They serve an entire pig with multiple appetizers and drinks. I highly recommend. Enjoyed everything we ate and had a ton of leftovers to savor for the next few days. read more

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Nice restaurant in Boston that offers indoor and outdoor seating. Came her with my fiend for some oysters and drinks. I am a lover of margaritas and i just wasn't fond of the drinks. For the price of the drinks i would expect a real margarita and not sour mix. If you are looking for oysters, they have a really nice selection of different kinds. We tried 12 of three different types, overall the oysters were great but come at a cost of about $3.25 per oyster. . I think that the staff could be a bit more friendly and the hostess gave us a bit of a hard time as we made online reservations for that evening but she tried to gaslight us saying we did it for tomorrow, even though we had confirmation on our phone for that evening. We did find two seats at the bar instead. In conclusion, the food was pricey but good, staff could be kinder and not so rude. My vote 3 stars! read more

The Citizen - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food was great! Burgers were spot on and the seafood tower had an amazing selection of local seafood!

We came here before a Red Sox game on the weekend and had the worst experience. This review in no way reflects the servers/bartenders/mangers on at all and is a direct representation of the incompetence of whoever owns this establishment. Once seated, our drink orders were taken. Then, the server came back and told us that most of the menu was unavailable: any and all raw bar, salads, charcuterie board, tuna, etc. Then about 4-5 beers listed on the menu were also out. It would've just been easier to get a list of items that were actually available as that list would have been much shorter than what they were out of. Once we each decided on 1 of the 4 available entrees that day, we waited almost an hour for our food. One member of our party wasn't served her meal until 15 minutes after everyone at the table was, when we asked the server where her meal was he replied "they should be making it." ?? Weird. But like I said, I'd imagine it being stressful and embarrassing working at a place that isn't fully stocked at 230pm on a Saturday.. like why even open?? On top of all of this, there was a hair in my brothers food. We couldn't even comment on this because we felt so bad for all the employees. The manager was extremely understanding and made amends with our terrible experience. However, I still wanted to write a review to get the attention of whoever owns this. Like, please, actually quit this day job and just stick to what you you know- dinner. Nobody needs an experience like this before a Red Sox game (which we ended up being late to btw). I feel sorry for all of their employees. I'm actually surprised they still have any. read more

Among all the oysters that I tried while visiting Boston, these were my favorites. We were luckily seated in front of the lady who opened the oysters, who by the way was a total sweetheart! We got to see all the dishes being prepared while enjoying ours. We got the four kinda of oysters that they were offering that week, plus a shrimp cocktail. Everything was so fresh and well prepared, price wise was good too! Drinks were spectacular and the place too! The only reason why I am decreasing one star is because how disorganized they were on service, which doesn't make me that mad but it will be a completely fantastic spot if they would work on it. Our server was super nice, just got very busy even though the place was not busy at all. We will go back as soon as we are in Boston again read more

The Citizen - Gastropubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts