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    The Lexington

    3.6 (90 reviews)
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    Gluten free fried chicken sandwich
    Taryn L.

    This is a really cute spot. Really decent space size with a rooftop view. Staff was attentive and friendly. As someone with celiac I love places that have a dedicated separate fryer. Really enjoyed my gluten free sandwich and fries!

    Joy G.

    Having tried the three restaurants in this complex, the order for me goes something like: 1. Beatrice 2. Gepetto 3. Lexington. The food was a little uneven but on the whole, quite satisfying and the service, particularly in the lead-up to Christmas, was stellar. Our waiter was wonderful. He recommended a great cocktail for me when I said I was looking for a spicy margarita but didn't see something like it on the menu. The drink was cinnamon syrup, pineapple miso, and a spicy tequila base. Delicious, way too drinkable. Would've been perfect for the summer months. We were maybe one of three tables that night but our waiter was awesome and thoroughly on top of things, and even plated my parents' to-share orders on separate plates. The Cobb was all right, portion size was smaller than if I had ordered the same thing at Beatrice downstairs. A side note: so the Cobb salad with chicken costs $16 at Lexington, while the same Cobb salad at Beatrice costs $14. Same for the chopped salad. Maybe the $2 accounts for sit-down service? In any event, I'd skip the Cobb salad next time at the Lexington and go for the prime burger, which was cooked the perfect requested temperature. Don't forget to order the flan! It was smoother and thicker than other iterations I've tried and almost had the texture of uber-whipped cheesecake. Parking: 2-hour street options right outside. Overall, much easier to find parking here than in Kendall or other parts of Cambridge.

    Crispy potatoes
    Susan R.

    I was meeting family for Saturday brunch in this new-to-me restaurant near the old Lechmere of my youth. I'm sure parking is normally an issue, but given the 22° temps outside, I snagged a free 2-hour spot on the street around the corner. When I checked in, I was informed of an HVAC issue and instead of upstairs seating, we'd be seated in the adjoining dining area of Geppetto's. The decor was on the art deco side and service was super attentive. There was always someone delivering food, clearing away empty dishes or checking back on us. There were several very interesting choices between the small plates and the mains. We each selected our entrees and shared some sides. The Belle of the Ball was the potato waffles with homemade onion dip--positively scrumptious! My niece proclaimed her side of scrambled eggs the best and creamiest ever eaten. My avocado toast with egg salad was much more substantial than I'd figured it would be as a small plate. So much so, I didn't need the side of crispy potatoes, which I would have preferred plain (no hot sauce or crema). My brother enjoyed the pulled pork hash with sunny side egg, though he'd have liked more pulled pork. A bit pricey overall (especially the cocktails) but the quality of food made me turn a blind eye. The restaurant also adds 5% as a kitchen-only service charge, which I have mixed feelings about. It's the owner /employer's obligation to pay a living wage to employees critical to their business. The consumer is paying heavily enough IMHO. But, I would come back at least a second time.

    Steak and frites  Tom Collins (non-alcoholic drink)
    Belle S.

    Delicious! We were satisfied with the environment, the lighting and the food was amazing. Fantastic menu, keep in mind these are large portion sizes. The onion dip with fried potato waffles were to die for. I'm restricted to Gluten free menu items and the waiter asked me about any limitations before I could even tell him. He then handed me a specialized menu made specifically with only their gluten free menu items. Additionally, they try to accommodate those who are celiac. They allowed an alteration to one of our Tom Collins drinks from ginger to vanilla. Very thankful for this. The waitstaff was very friendly it was just very confusing who was waiting on us as multiple waitstaff staff checked in and brought us food drinks and the check. We didn't feel as though we knew who was responsible for our table. Getting them to collect the check at the end to get us on our way was the most draining part of the dinner. Don't get me wrong we had an amazing time. We were just tired from a long day. Better desert menu items would be ideal! They did have one gluten free dessert which was flan. We did not get it. Definitely visit for a delicious meal and a great ambiance.

    French onion soup cheese sandwich
    My-Linh D.

    It was my first time at the Lexington, and it was very beautiful. Once you enter, they tell you to go upstairs to the tables. It was a pretty small space upstairs but very intimate and you can see outside. It wasn't tall enough to see the skyline but that place generally has lights lit up. Our waiter was very funny and helped us with our order. For food we go the: 1. Bacon wrapped scallops: 4/5 that was my favorite dish of the night. The scallop was perfectly cooked and the flavors blend well with the bacon. 2: French option soup cheese sandwich: 3/5 I didn't like that as much because there was a lot of cheese on the sandwich and the French onion soup was very light. However, my partner liked it a lot! 3: Beer battered first tacos: 3/5 the ingredients were very fresh. There was more fish than batter. The only thing missing was a nice sauce to blend all the flavors together. We ended up asking for a lime because the ingredients of the taco did not harmonize well. 4: Flan: 4/5 very creamy and delicious!

    Tuna tartare
    Rosemary S.

    The decor and staff were great. The restaurant id large and has a lot of outdoor balcony seating. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful. I know they have a lot of seafood but the strong odor of fish throughout the room was a little unusual. Tuna tartare was suboptimal quality. Salads are small and not very filling. Cocktail menu and the crab cakes were great. This place is fine but wouldn't prioritize going.

    Jalapeño-bacon croquettes
    Bridget L.

    Nice rooftop views, good for a group dinner. Limited menu with pretty standard American food. Had the onion dip, jalapeño-bacon croquettes, & fish tacos. The tacos were meh but I'm rarely impressed by tacos. Liked the dip itself but didn't like how we given normal waffle fries with the dip rather than the potato waffles I had seen in pics. The croquettes were my favorite--very cheesy with a kick of spice. Friendly and fast service.

    Brunch menu
    Nicki L.

    I'm surprised to see the average rating so low! I had a fantastic time at The Lexington. To start, the space is stunning. It felt like a special experience to dine in a well decorated, light flooded space. The service was super friendly. We had a few friends who showed up late and our serve was very accommodating to that. I enjoyed my meal. The chopped salad was fresh, dressed well, and full of great flavor. I'm excited to return in the summer to enjoy the roof deck and it's stellar view.

    Chanda R.

    Ambiance It's located on the second floor, don't get it confused with the coffee cafe and pasta and wine bar on the second floor. There is a hostess that welcomes you which in my case she did but she was helping another party. Luckily there was a sign and followed it to go upstairs to the bar. Wow it was clean lots of space an outdoor deck for seating windows all around. Very impressive for the space. I decided on bar seating with my guest Service Sat at the bar and the bartender was very helpful. I enjoy cognacs and usually I get them neat. This time upon the suggestion of the bartender I got the millionaire 2 cocktail and it was perfect! Highly recommend! Food Tried the chicken sandwich which was good and a large size. Fries are extra and opted not to get that. Appetizer was the shrimp cerviche. It wasn't what I expected and probably wouldn't order it again but we ate it.

    Cocktail
    Brooke C.

    The second floor roof deck is so cute. I got two cocktails and both were delicious. Service was great as well. I did also get the beef tartare and it wasn't the best, but still giving five stars nonetheless.

    Martini, millionaire # 2
    Chris K.

    Went to the Lexington for the first time, nice atmosphere and good service. The ceviche was closer to cocktail shrimp and guac and was pretty bland but the burger helped save the night. The drinks were were enjoyable and the bartender was pleasant.

    N/a Groni
    George S.

    Apparently The Lexington hates my review so much they keep getting it taken down. This is a non-alcoholic Negroni. It costs $10, which is insane for basically sugary water. It's also very small and takes about 5 minutes to drink. They blame the price on the cost of the non-alcoholic spirit which you can buy 700ml of for $30, which can easily make 20 drinks so that's $1.50 per drink. This is pure profit taking and taking advantage of alcoholics like me. Additionally, their food is overpriced. I got two of these and an appetizer and it was $54. That's insane. I love the Lexington but it's simply not worth the price when there are so many other great options available. I can go to Mention, the most expensive restaurant in Boston, and get a better mocktail for the same price that's twice the size.

    the outside of a building at night
    Steve G.

    Stopped in for a drink before heading downstairs to have a bite at Geppetto. Very modern space and a nice bar. Drinks are expertly made, the knowledgeable bartenders, Will & Joe. This was my first time in this area, which has really grown... all new buildings. The view is very good and there's a deck which must rock in the good weather. There's a small menu and the chow I saw coming out looked very good. Next time I'll try the food. Right now, during the winter and with the Pandemic, its a good time to enjoy this place while it's a bit slow. Come and get to know the great bartenders. Also try Geppetto downstairs for dinner... see my excellent review.

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    Ask the Community - The Lexington

    Is there a kid's menu?

    Yes! We always have options for children.

    How's the street parking situation near the restaurant?

    2-hour parking is available in front of 222 Jacobs Street every day. After 4PM, self-park garage is available and located 100 yards north of us at 211 Water Street ($10 with validation from our host stand, please note there is a 3 hour max) - we… Read more

    Is there any shade on roof deck?

    Depends on the season/time. Typically, shade is on a few tables at 4pm when we open but the rest don't get it until around sunset (as of July!)

    Do they have vegetarian options?

    Absolutely! Happy to edit our dishes as possible in addition to the ones we already offer.

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