I don't understand the hype surrounding this place. We were lucky enough to avoid much of a line but typically the Paramount is packed with people waiting outside for absurd amounts of time. It's a hole in the wall, and the line snakes through the dining area leaving basically no room to enjoy your meal. You order at the grill, which is cool as you get to watch meals prepared, but that's where the excitement stops. The food we had was mediocre at best. I had the hash toast. The eggs were cooked well but the hash was - to put it bluntly - bad. The cajun home fries were pretty under-seasoned. My guest had the juevos rancheros; a pretty sorry excuse for juevos rancheros. Granted, not the best choices at a place like the Paramount, and maybe we should have ordered pancakes and french toast, but boy were we disappointed. It's not cheap either. 30 bucks for our two meals (eggs, a little meat, toast, and a couple chunks of potato). Definitely won't return here. read more

Had brunch at The Paramount. One thing, don't come hungry! The line was all the way outside on the street and we stood in line for an hour. Don't come if you're in a rush or really starving hungry. You will wait. The seating policy turned away many but we decided to stick it out. You have to wait, order and pay and then they seat you when you're food comes up. We literally walked around the whole place saw everyone's food and then ordered and carried our own plates to our table. Once we sat down we had a great meal. Thank food is great diner food. I had this western omelette and my fiancé had the huevos rancheros. We were very pleased. Great diner food but the wait is the only setback. read more

Absolutely love this place! Diverse and delicious menu!! Favorites are tuna melt, banana and caramel french toast and Asian chicken salad. Always friendly staff. Super busy on weekends so expect a que but it is worth the wait!! read more

2nd round at Paramount. Actually enjoy the chaos of ordering and some how there is always a seat open when it is your time to eat. Avacado Sunrise was excellent. Staff is very attentive and a fun spot for breakfast when in Boston. read more

It's a little unconventional how you're seated but makes sense: you don't sit until your food is ready. The good was delicious.

Good. Worth the wait. Potatoes not that good as everyone says. Unless we had a really bad batch. The buttermilk paNcakes with maple syrup was good. Bye read more

My friends and I Recently visited for breakfast and it did not disappoint. Quick service but really limited seating.. felt rushed and it was a bit annoying. Food was made to order and top notch. Will most likely be back and hopefully it won't be as rushed. read more

Honestly maybe I just misordered. Pancakes looked great. But the huevos rancheros were $13, were just two eggs with but of avocado, a splash of salsa on top of a watery soup containing some rice and a few beans that tasted canned. Pretty flavorless. And the ordering process takes forever because lines are so long. read more

Very different setup here. More than one assisting you in the process. Blueberry pancake are great !

So enjoy local restaurants when I travel. Breakfast at The Paramount was wonderful. And I truly like the area around the park. Worth the wait. read more

First of all, this place wins just by being a low key, welcoming and AFFORDABLE place to on Beacon Hill. That they're open 7-11 just makes it better. I have never had dinner there (more $) but have had breakfast and lunch many times. It's good, super fresh food (how can it not be fresh with all the turnover?). Nothing fancy, just yummy, fresh and served in a great atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and the close quarters promotes camaraderie among patrons. The kicker is they just majorly upgraded their pad: sharp new storefront with swing open windows, spiffier inside with new lighting. Now you get some style still without any attitude. Just ask the neighborhood regulars - a great place. read more

I love walking down Charles street on a beautiful fall morning. If this is how you want to start of your Sunday brunch experience then go to Paramount :) Paramount is a little different from your typical brunch experience. First, you get into a cramped line. Then you wait until its your turn to tell the short order cooks what you want. Meanwhile, all around you people with completed orders are sitting down with their food. Suddenly, you realize that there might not be enough room for you to sit down by the time you get your food! Because I am a spaz, I started to (internally) freak out, "What's going to happen when I get my food and all the tables are taken?!?! Will I have to eat standing up?!?!". In a cool, calm manner I jokingly asked the lady in front of me, "So, what happens when I get my food and all the tables are taken?" She tells me, "Oh, don't worry! Somehow it all works out." Sigh of relief.... I order the breakfast special: perfectly scrambled eggs (yes, I;m not a vegan anymore) and a warm cup of coffee with potatoes and toast on the side. Nina ordered french toast and a HUGE plate of fruit, which we shared. Overall, the food was good and reasonably priced. Nina's french toast was delish. And the fruit...so fresh! It was the perfect meal to preclude the lingerie shopping that ensued... read more

Found this place on Yelp... Can't say enough. This place has a fantastic menu, uses fantastic ingredients. Great Beacon Hill location. The only "con" is the occasional line to order - but the staff is great about finding you a table. Not much more to say...except that you should go if you haven't, or again if you have. read more

The food is OK ...Ive had better. The layout ......ex-small if there is a group please don't bring 14 kids in on school vacation, it's just too much. I thought I would like the sweet potatoe fries but a lot lacking. the portobello pannini was not very good, really tasted like dirt don't think it was cooked long enough, not very hot when i bit in. read more

The Paramount has awesome pancakes (the banana pancakes are the best!... also try the chocolate-chip banana pancakes or strawberry with blueberry-pancake). If you are there for lunch, try the Paramount Burger or the salads... they are really good. For brunch you will have to make a line typically for 45 mins approx, but it worth it! read more

Phenomenal place to get brunch. The line out the door can be daunting but fear not it's only about a 20 minute wait (which is well worth it so just stick with it). Great customer service - Adrian, the manager on Saturday's is awesome! And their mantra about a table always being open is true. read more

The process: Get in line, order your food in line, grab a tray, watch the food getting prepared to order, get food, pay, and you will be seated by one of the bus boys/girls. Lines are long and seating is limited, but I'm perplexed how by the time you wait in line, get your food, pay, and are ready to sit down there is always seating available at the perfect moment. Not a single time did I notice anyone waiting for a seat after they paid for their food. I've had the omelet, belgium waffles with fruit, pancakes with blueberries, and potatoes. Everything was very decent bfast fare (3-1/2 stars for food alone). I also thoroughly enjoyed the freshly squeezed OJ and grapefruit juice. It's crowded and a little claustrophobic but sufficient & clean. Good place to stop by if you're in the area. read more

Food was good, but Sunday brunch... The line is out the door and no less than a good hour/hour-half wait. On the fence if its worth the wait. read more

Excellent saturday breakfast!!! My wife had the Spanish omelet and I had the Texas French Toast with turkey sausage. Everything was excellent. Great little spot for breakfast. read more

Waited for 1.5 hrs on a sunday morning but it was well worth it. Had the feta, spinach omlette and it was loaded with feta. The OJ was freshed squeezed and great. Def recommend this if you aren't starving and have a few hrs to spare or call for takeout read more

Outstanding food and service. The dinner was outstanding. Be sure to try the warm Vermont Goat cheese. Yummy! This place will not disappoint and it is on my "favorites" list. Everything is freshly prepared and delicious! read more

Super good. I went around 9:00 am Monday, and there was no wait. Food was fantastic!

Completely Awesome Breakfast!!!! We were in Boston for the weekend and before we left on Sunday we stopped by just to see how long the wait was and surprised it wasn't that long at all. Its cafeteria style, grab a tray and placed your order. Its all made right in front of you. The staff was so helpful and quick to get the tables cleared and cleaned. If you don't mind the wait, its well worth it!! Recommend the Caramel Banana French Toast!!! read more

Have been here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. All around great place, with good prices and portions. Expect a long wait on the weekends for brunch. It's nice that you can watch as they cook in front of you. Wish their home fries were cooked more thoroughly though. For dinner- they put tablecloths and candles of the tables which makes for a more intimate setting. Tables incredibly cramped together, and gets crowded easily. The sweet potato fries are definitely a must try. read more

Those already familiar with good soulful breakfast joints will be underwhelmed with the food and wait time. Maybe my fault for going on a Saturday morning. Still good just not as good as I would've thought. Maybe great relative to other Boston options but not relative to the breakfast universe. read more

It's legit. I've liked everything I've had there. Banana carmel french toast will mess you up. SO GOOD. Omelets are awesome... oh, I didn't love the pumpkin pancakes, but that's not a regular thing, so it doesn't count. :) Always a line, but worth the wait read more

The line looks long but it moves quickly. We had pancakes and eggs and they were delicious!

I enjoyed this place quite a lot! Delicious omelets, and reasonably priced for being in the city. The whole concept of waiting in line and ordering before you can be seated is a bit strange to become used to, but fortunately it actually works out in the customer's favor because the place is so small that it streamlines the process and filters people out as others come in. When it gets busy, it is cramped. There's no denying that can be a little frustrating, but it is a small price to pay for enjoying a real quality breakfast. The mimosas were a little weak and overpriced (only disappointment, really). We were given free samples of their in-house hot chocolate and free cinnamon buns as well. Would definitely recommend this to anybody strolling through Beacon Hill! read more

Awesome brunch. Love the Spanish omelette and french toast. Not so great dinner. Tried the dinner for the first time this weekend. The lobster dinner special was dry and the paramount burger wasn't that great. read more

Excellent, fast, inexpensive breakfast with lots of variety! Oatmeal with fruit for vegetarian/vegan, eggs and no greasy home fries, pancakes, waffles, French toast with fresh fruit. Something for everyone. Brought family and all enjoyed. Only a couple blocks north of Boston Commons, this is a convenient, tasty breakfast choice that shouldn't be missed. read more

Nice breakfast in a great area. Not the most comfortable place inside, and a bit pricy for the style, but would definitely go back - a few things on the menu looked really nice. Wouldn't go out of my way, but if I was in the area, absolutely. read more

Disappointing. I wouldn't go back and I wouldn't recommend it. The staff is rude. I'm not sure what the reviews are about. The turkey sausage, omelets, and pancakes all have a standard taste. It's nothing to rave home about. read more

I was really put off by the way they serve brunch here, its much more casual than I expected. I brought my friend here for her birthday brunch and it wasn't what I expected. You line up to order, they hand you your food, and once you have paid they find a seat for you. Which is efficient and if you are with friends and don't want to worry about splitting the bill works well. However it was my first time so I didn't know what to order and the line is very cramped with service people coming through and people going to the bathroom. I just felt like I couldn't relax until we were seated as though I was in a high school cafeteria carrying around my tray. That said the food was really great and I would recommend going there but don't expect a calm restaurant experience were you can sit and catch up with your friend while waiting for your food, that's not how they operate for brunch. read more

I am visiting my son on Beacon Hill and after a long, enjoyable morning walk we queued up at The Paramount and had time to consider and reconsider our choices. I went for a ham, mushroom and cheese omelet, a side of bacon, fresh squeezed orange juice and coffee. The omelet was fluffy and perfect. The bacon was thick and delicious. My juice was refreshing and chilled just right. The coffee was average. Sean had the waffles with syrup and fresh fruit on top and had a smile on his face while devouring them. One of his bacon slices was undercooked but took it in stride and just left it aside as we left to do some more walking on a beautiful end of summer day. read more

This adorable little place was an ideal dinner. Decadent lobster mac n cheese was to die for. Service was excellent and very hospitable. Dinner was a relaxing environment and highly recommended. Others had the salmon burger and the squash ravioli. We were all thrilled by our meals and enjoyed sharing so we could all try it. read more

Just seriously delicious and their crazy ass seating system works. The caramel banana trench toast. Holy Buddha.

Solid three star. Not sure how it gets more. Food was good, but nothing outstanding. Order process a but weird, reminding me of an unruly school cafeteria, but serviceable. Seemed impossible there would be an open table, but there was right on time as our food was ready, just like they said. read more

Nice breakfast and service. Even though there were many ppls waiting for order, they cooked the food really quick and delish.

Front desk at Westin recommended!!!! WOW! What a LEGIT breakfast! Had the feta, baby spinach and tomato omelet! Amazing flavor! The BEST breakfast potatoes ever!!!!! And the pancakes were PERFECT! Was on a business trip from Phoenix and the atmosphere and service will bring me back every time get to Boston! You gotta go! read more

It took us about 40 mins to order our food and be seated, that is because of their stupid policy "order and pay before being seated". I don't have to wait for all the people's food to be done just to be seated. However, the food was really good. Either you come here very early or you take out your food. read more