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    The Paramount

    3.7 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    THE PARAMOUNT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Annie S.

    Very cute neighborhood to grab breakfast/lunch, take a walk, and shop. It was a nice morning so we sat in the patio (big mistake). Food was decent and service was quick. The only issue we had were the yellow jacket bees/wasps that kept flying around us. We noticed the table next to us was dealing with the same issue. (We visited at the end of August). We ended up packing our food to go and eating it at the park nearby. Unfortunate but also didn't mind finishing our breakfast in the park.

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    Abby H.

    Came here on Sunday around 12:30pm and the line was out the door, but only waited about 20 minutes. The inside is very cozy. I sat right by the cooking section, so it was so cute watching everything being cooked. My friend and I loved the French toast and paramount breakfast. Will come again!

    Traditional Bolognese
    Lynn J.

    We had been to the Paramount, for breakfast, and I fell in love with a French toast. So, we assumed the dinner food would be just as memorable... WRONG. I've never met a Bolognese I didn't like... Until now. Somehow, they managed to make a classic pasta dish, with rich, red meat, tangy tomato sauce, and salty cheese... Flavorless. I honestly thought I may have contracted Covid and lost my taste buds. So, I had my partner taste it too... Same response. All I can guess is that they made it with only ground beef, which is not what was advertised on the menu. The chef used almost no tomato sauce. Instead, they relied on heavy cream, which had very little flavor. Even the pasta was mushy and overcooked... so disappointing. The teriyaki stirfry was advertised as including carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, and peppers. We asked them to hold the peppers and assumed they would include extra vegetables or replace them with something else. Instead, they took away the peppers... And the carrots... Leaving us very little vegetables at all. THE DEAL: the Paramount is the place to be for brunch... but I would skip it for dinner!

    Burger with onion rings on top and Cole slaw
    Linda G.

    The waiter was great, perhaps he was the manager for owner. For food we really wanted a light bite. I got one taco and hubby got a burger with coleslaw. When you sit down, they immediately bring over in housemade tortilla chips. So yummy and fresh. It comes with a very smooth Salsa type of sauce. Very nice touch since we were hungry. A nice menu, it is pricey, but given the location we expected that. We chose to eat inside, but there were are some nice tables outside. If you don't mind people walking by and seeing what you're eating.

    Catrina R.

    This place was great! We were from out of town and this is where we went to breakfast with family. The service was absolutely phenomenal from the top down. We had the huevos rancheros and the burrata caprese sunrise toast. Mine was the clear winner and was absolutely fantastic! As a side note: these may have been the best breakfast potatoes I have ever had. Crispy, well seasoned, tasty! There's a lot of tables outside and some inside. We sat outside. Can't comment on parking as we walked there. Please note we got there early and it was starting to get busy but by the time we were done there was a HUGE line. Will absolutely return when we are back in town.

    MEDITERRANEAN OMELETTE*
    Wendy S.

    After seeing so many amazing reviews, I was disappointed in my experience here. Wasn't terrible, wasn't amazing. Staff was great I have to say, but the food was kinda just that. Nothing that stood out, we tried 4 different breakfast items. The potatoes were very over cooked, not a huge amount of flavor. Definitely a small town, cute cafe vibe. Worth a try. Maybe just an off day, or we didn't happen to order the things everyone loves.

    Scampi as is on the menu.
    Janet K.

    Had the shrimp scampi, just as it comes, & it was fabulous. Definitely, above expectations, but I'm u sure what I was expecting. The shrimp were plump, cooked perfectly, & came in abundance. The seasonings were spot on. I wish Florida had seafood like Boston. We came before a mad dinner rush & after the breakfast/lunch rushes, & almost had the place to ourselves. Quaint, very warm (yes, it was cold out, but I had to stand in the doorway for a few minutes), & the service was wonderful. Very attentive, but not overbearing. My son cleared his plate. Thank you for a beautiful evening.

    Caramel & Banana French Toast
    Kimberly B.

    It's a nice spot to have a relaxed lunch and everything on the plate felt so fresh. Also, best caramel banana French toast I've ever had

    Rose Bellini and Agave Mango Peach Spritz
    Sydney M.

    My friend and I had lunch together on Friday afternoon at the Paramount and we loved it! We sat outside and liked how the umbrellas provided a lot of shade. It is a little cramped (both inside and outside) so keep this in mind if you like a lot of room. I tried the Rose Bellini and my friend had the Agave Mango Peach Spritz. We both really enjoyed our drinks - the flavor combinations were delicious and perfect for a summer lunch. To eat, I had the Paramount Burger without onion rings and I added avocado. I ordered it medium and it came exactly as I'd asked. This burger was absolutely wonderful. Juicy, flavorful, tons of avocado, and crispy bacon. I was so pleased. My friend ordered the Burrata Caprese Sunrise Toast and she was equally happy. It looked divine and she cleared the plate. The service was great and the prices are pretty standard for Boston. It's a fun spot to grab a bite if you're around the Boston Commons. We also had no issue finding parking right on the street. We'll certainly be returning!

    Healthy Berry Parfait
    Emily C.

    After cheering on my friends at their half marathon, we headed straight to The Paramount to fill up on their pancakes. They just brought out their outdoor seating for the summer, which made the line move faster than expected--but heads up if you've never been: they will not seat you until your full party is there. We loaded up on the classic stack of pancakes and I also grabbed the berry parfait which was surprisingly light. They have an extension brunch menu that'd I'd recommend for anyone to try!

    Roshini T.

    Got dessert at the Paramount after a night on the esplanade/beacon hill. This chocolate molten lava cake was delicious but quite small for the price. $14 felt pretty steep but the cake was moist and tasty. Not sure that I'd come back for the cake but would like to try their brunch menu which I know is more popular

    Steak sandwich revealed.
    Wendy T.

    Great service, busy at noon but we got a table quickly. A man saw us looking at our map suggested The Paramount and we are so glad he did! The burger and steak sandwich were both excellent. The Fries were perfect and the coleslaw creamy. The pickled onions, sweet red pepper, and pickles were a treat. And they had Chai with oat milk! Loud diner with outside seating, but that was fine for lunch.

    Burrata capresse sunrise toast
    Mary e.

    Sunday morning breakfast on beacon hill. The location is great, near parks and hotels on lovely Charles street in beacon hill. The restaurant is very small and the tables are few and tightly packed in. There was a 15 minute wait outside because this place is so popular. The food: Breakfast Sandwich: very good and a large sandwich packed with eggs, bacon, cheese. Burrata capresse sunrise toast: nice sized portion on toasty bread. Kind of like a eggs benny with a chunk of burrata on the side. Mediterranean omelette: this was the best. A delicious omelette stuffed with artichokes, Kalamata olives and other veggies. It was delicious. Came topped with a weird tasting pink sauce that didn't enhance the flavor. The coffee was good and so was the service. But it was very crowded and difficult to move around since the place is do small. I still recommend a try.

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    Good basic food -well prepared for this type restaurant-always good service!! Just a good neighborhood stop!!

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    Bring back the tarragon chicken sandwich from 2008!! Best sandwich ever. I've told so many people to get it when they visit Boston.

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    Cool 'garage doors' that open up in the nice weather. A lot of places in Boston have these.
    Cool 'garage doors' that open up in the nice weather. A lot of places in Boston have these.
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    Local Caught Jonah Crab
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