Foundry on Elm boasts a wide variety of elevated classics on their menu, without being too…read moreoverwhelming or overly large. The restaurant is cute and was packed on Friday night, and for good reason. The drinks were very good- especially their martinis and specialty cocktails. They had a fun Earth Day drink as well, which they plant a tree for every drink sold. I had the chicken sandwich with a side Caesar, which was really moist and flavorful. It had an aioli on the chicken that was really delicious. The Caesar was also super good. Their grilled cheese with honey is incredible, and while simple, it was definitely the star of the show at our table! We loved foundry, it had elevated comfort food and everything was really good. Our waiter was particularly funny and made the whole experience great.

Used to be okay and then ribeye has been sometimes good. Today for the second time too below…read moreaverage. Bummer. And Hamburger charred. :( even fries not the same. Respect how hard it is. But sad meal - Hate to say it -

Service was fabulous!! This was my second time here. The…read morefirst time was a bit better, but we also ordered different foods (minus the spareribs which are delicious!). We ordered: chicken lo mein - not bad but a bit crunchy teriyaki burger - this came with chips. It wasn't bad but it wasn't something I'd order twice. teriyaki chicken dumplings - DELICIOUS! Spareribs - ohhh mmmm geeee so good! Bangkok beef - this was good but it was very heavily breaded with very little meat. Would not order again. I'll be back, I'll just stick to the foods I ordered the first time + the teriyaki chicken dumplings

I was hoping this place would hit the spot but it was kind of disappointing. It was very hit or…read moremiss with the plates, but has a great vibe. We ordered 4 small plates and only enjoyed 2 of them. We got the cucumber salad, blue crab rangoon, sticky ribs, and pork/shrimp gyoza. The cucumber salad looked kind of old in my opinion, like it had been sitting in the sauce for a while, and was overly salty. The pork/shrimp gyoza were somehow flavorless, and the sauce was watery. The crab rangoon were delicious though and the ribs were as well. My espresso martini (their Cocolee drink) was also a little bland and I wouldn't order it again. Overall enjoyed less than half my meal. The workers were all very kind. And the vibes are really nice, we sat outdoors and I love the patio. If they can improve on some of the dishes, this could be a go-to spot!

We were part of a large group (12 diners) for a pre-wedding dinner/party…read more Except for the couple getting married, I believe the rest of our party were the only out-of-towners dining that evening. This is a pub-type atmosphere with a full-service, large bar serving cocktail specials and a gazillion draft beer options. There is a street-side patio if you wish to watch the people and cars at Davis Square. Five Horses serves American comfort food, and they do a pretty good job serving up their offerings. I ordered the steak tips, and they were OK. They were served Med/rare, as ordered, but they did need a bit more seasoning. Plus one ordered a steak salad, and it was OK. They were pretty frugal with the protein, and it came with an abundance of tomatoes. Another guest split a cobb salad it arrived without some ingredients, like bacon. Other diners stated that their dinners were excellent, so 4 stars seems about right. Even though they were very busy, our table was well taken care of throughout the evening. If I lived here, this would be in my rotation for a brew or two, catch a game, and enjoy a burger.

I try not to post negative reviews but I do not recommend the flank steak. I saw it (flank steak,…read morechimmichurri sauce, mashed potatoes, and broccoli) at $29 and said I haven't ordered a steak in while, let's treat myself. Boy was I disappointed, it was literally four tiny slices of beef, about a ladle and a half of mashed potatoes (flavor was great but the texture was dry and it was hard to swallow), and the broccoli was broccoli. The steak was cooked to my liking (rare) but it was room temp and I would describe that serving size as maybe the equivalent of a medallion. Everything else our table ordered (pizza, shepherd's pie, and a burger) looked great but the flank steak is not it y'all. However the service was top notch and will definitely go back, just won't order the flank steak next time!

The food was delicious. but the service was amazing. Junior was a wonderful host and went way…read morebeyond what was expected of him. Thank you.

Great seafood without going in to Boston! Yes it does exist!…read more Summer Shack is part of our restaurant rotation since the opened of the Cambridge location. Easy to make reservations, large parking lot right across from the MBTA Red Line at Alewife stop. As you walk in there is a bar area to the left, which is always buzzing, the hostess station to the left. Ahead are the lobster tanks! Fun for the kids to check out. Plenty of booths, tables to choose from, even for large parties, of which we've had several. Our waiter this time was Junior A. and he was super friendly, efficient and professional. We love the cornbread with molasses butter. My husband always orders the onion strings, crisp and lightly breaded with a delish honey mustard dipping sauce. The seafood is always fresh - Every dish we've ordered is nicely plated, hot and yummy. Kudos to the back of the house chef and staff. We love the patio seating in the warmer weather, yes it's next to the parking lot but they decorate nicely and there's always swift service. It you haven't gone before, check them out. It's so nice to have good seafood in the burbs!

***Note: AMEX not accepted here!*** Visited Semolina Kitchen…read more& Bar in Medford for dinner after spending the day at the beach! We didn't make a reservation ahead of time but there was no wait time luckily for us when we went. Our server was very kind and she gave us some great recs! We ordered the following dishes to try: - semolina fried calamari - za'atar cacio e pepe - margherita pizza - crispy pancetta pizza (added sausage) - fried cod sando (to go) The pizzas were absolutely delicious and were a good size. I personally had the za'atar cacio e pepe and added mushrooms. It was flavorful and the pasta tasted very fresh. The only thing I wished was that I had added a protein, as well lol. Like some chicken or shrimp would've been lovely. The calamari was the perfect starter dish for us to share. We really enjoyed this calamari! It came with a spicy cherry pepper aioli and the dip was very addictive. I didn't personally find it to be spicy but it paired sooo well with the calamari. Something that I found cool about Semolina Kitchen & Bar is that they are a scratch kitchen and make most things from scratch here! The pasta is made fresh and delivered daily from a local supplier, Dave's Fresh Pasta. We had an amazing meal here and will definitely be back again! Parking: street parking

Managed to get a table in 5 minutes after our beach day with no reservations. It was really busy…read moreduring the early dinner time, packed house! Our hostess was very nice, and our server as well! Food came out timely, hot and fresh! The calamari was so yummy, fresh, light, crispy with a nice aioli dip. Also grabbed margarita and crispy pancetta with sausage (additional topping). The pizza dough was nice, held its shape and didn't flop over spilling the toppings. Had a bit of a crisp bite and nice chew, finished the crust too! The pasta we added mushrooms, al dente, the Pepe pasta. I forget what it was actually called haha but it was tasty with a nice portion! The lady enjoyed it so! The ginger ale bottles were tasty and bubbly! Def be back

Always a good time visiting the Painted Burro! There's an array of items on the menu from food to…read moredrinks so there's something for everyone. I ordered the chicken chimichanga and found it to be flavorful and filling enough to have leftovers. The sauce was creamy with a hint of tomato that balanced out with the guacamole really well. We also ordered tacos and chicken fajitas. The fajitas particularly looked really fresh and again had a large serving size. They also have good list of margaritas to choose from. The servers were all very friendly and accommodating- one even tried to fix our wobbly table for us. We chose to sit outside which was lovely with seating that had shaded options. The inside is also nice with extensive seating options as well. This place is a fan favorite when youre not sure exactly what you want to eat but know you want something tasty.

If you love brunch, Painted Burro is a must! The all-you-can-eat, bottomless brunch is a fantastic…read moreway to sample a little bit of everything. We definitely had big eyes and wanted to try it all, but the service is so quick that it's best to pace yourself. The Palomas were refreshing, and the skinny margaritas were perfectly balanced, not too sweet. The bright, lively atmosphere made the experience even more enjoyable. Great food, great drinks, and a fun vibe. We can't wait to come back! Service is friendly n courteous.

Civility Social House in Somerville!…read more This place is a vibe. Nice atmosphere and decors. Drinks were delicous and strong. Food is 9 out of 10. I recommend the Mac and cheese donut with bacon, yum! Lollipop thighs with a buffalo sauce and blue cheese (they could use a little bit more seasoning. But still great!) Short rib tacos were flavorful and light. The screaming rooster shrimp were okay. I'm not big on battered fried foods. But if that is your thing, then these will be for you! But the star of the show was the cookie skillet with pecans! no explanation needed for that. Lastly, service was on point. Our waitress was very attentive and super friendly and funny. Rockstar status! #DohOnTheGo #CivilitySocialHouse #TreatYourselfDontCheatYourself #GoodEats #Yelp

Great spot for a larger group, went with coworkers and few shared dishes. The waitress was very…read moreattentive even with our large group always making sure everyone had everything and stopping by a good amount. The dishes overall were okay, for shared do wish the cheese board was a little bigger. Unsure of how many people the shareables were for but it seemed to mostly maybe 2 people judging by plating. There were a lot of drink options with some mock tails as well so a little for everyone.

I got the fried pickles and jalapeños and strawberry lemonade. The fried pickles and jalapeños were…read moreso delicious and good bang for your buck. Strawberry lemonade was good, albeit a little lacking in strawberry flavor. Overall, server was very sweet, place is clean, and the fried pickles are a large portion for cheap. The picture is me halfway done with it and the basket still looks full!

Decent BBQ in an expansive establishment. I got the 5 oz Brisket and the 1/3 Rack Baby Back Ribs a…read morela carte (the "Add-Ons" section on the menu). You can order large sizes like lbs a la carte too. The Brisket was easily the better protein out of the two, pretty tender with a good bark and BBQ flavor. The Baby Back Ribs were more tough and lacked smoke flavor. The Cactus Cooler was a nice refresher with balanced sweetness