Tried an affogato here for the first time and definitely going back our next visit! The ambiance is beautiful inside as well

The space and ambiance are amazing in this historic building, lively but not too noisy, good people watching. Our service was excellent, attentive but not overly assertive. The food was familiar with new flavors added like fried capers, walnut muhammara and ladolemono. The four of us shared the eggplant chips, meatballs and octopus to start, then the branzino and the lamp chops with excellent bread. So quite a lot of delicious and well prepared food for a very reasonable price. This will now be a favorite go to place for us. read more

Came here to catch up with old friends and was not disappointed. Even though I was early I was able to be sat and the server was nice enough to come over. These sound like easy things but I'm used to being the first one in a group to arrive and you'd be surprised how often it's not so. Drinks were great (cant recall what I got but we all enjoyed ours) and the food was too. One friend got the veggie burger, another a regular burger and I got the hummus place. I would order any of it again (or recommend) in a minute. read more

From the minute we walked in the door.... Hostess was so nice the atmosphere is beautiful.We sat down & our server Christine was amazing!! She was very nice, we had menu questions & she answered all our questions. We absolutely loved her & her service was beyond. The food was so delicious! The pomegranate glazed eggplant is a must try. The manager Juan was so nice & professional checked on our table many times. I highly recommend Trade... Great experience! read more

Had a really nice dinner here at the bar last Thursday! We started with the Pita and Mezze, the pita is a little doughy but the dips are incredible! I wish you could get a vegetable crudité instead of the bread! Either way a must order! As someone who typically doesn't like eggplant I loved their eggplant dip! We also had a vodka martini and gin gimlet, although the waiter was unsure about the gimlet it turned out fantastic!! One of the better ones I've had in town! I would skip the marinated olives, they were unappetizingly citrus heavy! For entrees I got the village salad! It was simple, clean, and tasty! I wish there was an option to add a kabob on top though! To finish we split an espresso martini torte which should really just be named a chocolate torte, it had no coffee/espresso flavor! However it was still good! Overall I enjoyed my time and the ambience, I would definitely stop in again! Bonus points because they will give you more pita for free!! read more

Trade - Pita & Mze - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great Greek food. I had the chicken and it was very flavorful and filling. Although, there are no sides, only salads. Ambiance as spectacular. read more

My husband and I, and several of our colleagues, have been going to Trade after work for what seems like ages. The food was absolutely divine. We had one of the new waitresses tonight, she was so incredibly pleasant with the biggest smile on her face, I felt like I needed to write kudos on the way home to the restaurant and the waitress, whom I believe was Christine, maybe???? I would highly recommend Trade as their food and staff are second to none! read more

This review is for Trade's Terminal B location at Logan International Airport in Boston. Not that anyone should expect high ratings for any airport restaurant, but I didn't even get a chance to order this evening because when I sat down at the bar at 6:00pm, I was promptly "greeted" by the bartender with a menu thrust in my face and an announcement that the kitchen was closing and it's last call. Did I mention that I sat down at 6:00pm? As in dinner time? And that Trade is a restaurant? At an airport? And the sign says they close at 8:00pm? When I reminded the bartender of those realities, he said they close the same time every day. Again, I'm not a regular trolling the food choices at Terminal B. Why have an outpost if you can't serve captive customers a dinner time meal? Trade isn't exactly known for afternoon tea and crumpets. Idiotic and ridiculous. read more

We tried Trade for the first time after living right by it for over 3 years and it did not disappoint! Probably some of the best Mediterranean food in Boston and it's on par with Krasi / newer places in The city. The food tastes freshly cooked and not overly salted / greasy. The house made pita is delicious. The ambience and Greek wine are fantastic as well. Highly recommend checking it out! read more

Food and wait staff are very good, i come here for lunch as I work nearby. But recently noticed a 3% "kitchen staff appreciation charge" added to the bill that cannot come off and essentially is part of the total and you would end up then adding tip of that fee. The city of boston should come after them for "junk fee". If you want to show appreciation to the kitchen then the owner should pay them more and raise prices 3%. This is a way of avoiding employment tax law. Will not longer eat here due to this practice and fee. read more

Came here for lunch, it was delicious. I was at the spa at the intercontinental beforehand so I was very underdressed lol everyone who came in looked sharp, tons of business people. Definitely a classy joint, very sleek design. I love that they have real flowers inside bottles too it adds a nice touch. Even the bathroom's were selfie worthy. I valet parked so I have no idea where else you'd park, it's in a busy location. I sat at the bar & the bartender was super cute & attentive. For lunch I had the four cheese flatbread which tasted so fresh, had so much flavor just wow! Perfect portion as well. For dessert I got the mini ice cream sandwiches, NO JOKE so good! I'll be back for more & in a better outfit :) read more

Trade - Mini ice cream sandwiches! - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Loved the outdoor space, very comfortable and nicely decorated. The ambiance inside was also great. Good variety of food. Had the octopus and chicken. Octopus was a little tough, but still pretty tasty. Chicken was great. read more

Trade - Feta Brined Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here solo on a Saturday night. I arrived early and checked in. The place has a trendy vibe - loud, good background music, people dressed chic. Despite my reservations, the maitre d offered me a seat at the bar. I refused. 10 minutes later I was seated at a low top. After 5 minutes, I ordered a drink, the Knock Out. Took 20 minutes to get. Fortunately, it was delicious. Another 15 minutes and my waiter returned. I ordered 2 small plates - the Brussels sprouts and pork belly. Another 15 minutes and my food arrived. The Brussels are worth it; the pork belly was under seasoned. All in all, probably a fun place to bring family in town or a cool group. My recommendation: skip the food and slow service for a cocktail at the bar. read more

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Very good food but service was subpar. We had a group of 11 and we were there to enjoy a fun casual business dinner. Drinks took forever and had to be requested multiple times, food came out very staggered (literally the person next to me was almost done before my entree was even brought out), the servers had zero idea of who got what and kept trying to set the food in front of the wrong people and then acted inconvenienced when someone said that wasn't their food. The upsides are yummy creative drinks, thoughtful menu, and food was very fresh and prepared and plated nicely. Chicken meatballs are a great appetizer. Lamb shoulder and halibut were both good entrees. Ginger ice cream was delish dessert. read more

Loved the food, hated the service. Came for lunch with my team (group of 5) Friday for lunch. Got seated right away as we had a reservation, but throughout our time there, it felt like we were always waiting for someone to help us out. Being close to the Financial District, you'd think they would know that most people are on their lunch breaks so when we ended up spending an extra 30 minutes here we were all pretty annoyed. For the food, we got the patatas tots and charred broccoli with prosciutto for apps. Main dishes was a mixture of the seared salmon, chicken bowl, baked rigatoni, and pork flatbread. Our plates all came at different times, and we waited longer for the flatbread without any notice from the waitress. She gave us mushroom soup on the house but my coworker doesn't even like mushroom sooo that was awkward. The salmon was pretty good, but one coworker said it was a little fishier and without apps, wouldn't be enough. The chicken bowl is a little spicy but filling, I loved the baked rigatoni, and the flatbread that eventually came was delicious. Please improve your service Trade because your food is great! read more

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This was our second visit following our first visit last year, and both times were very good. The quality of the food, the waiters, and the atmosphere of the restaurant are all excellent. We will definitely go to this restaurant again. read more

Came to Trade on a Friday evening, which was a great start to our trip to Boston. Trade had a great outdoor patio where we started with delicious drinks (Cockney mule & Out of office). We shared the fried brussels sprouts, burrata, and the traditional greek cheese flatbread. Brussels sprouts were delicious. Burrata was good but came with way more burrata than bread (2 pieces of bread) - luckily we asked for more bread and they had no problem providing it. I wasn't the biggest fan of the flatbread (too much cheese), but that's more of a personal preference. The best part of our experience was our server, Danny. Not only was he attentive, but he went out of his way to provide us recommendations for both food and Boston, after we told him we were from out of town. read more

Trade - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

After being underwhelmed by dinner at Rialto, I was pleasantly surprised by Jody Adams' new Waterfront restaurant, Trade. When you first walk in, you'll be struck by how huge the place is. You'll also be struck by how LOUD it is. My mom and I went after her bus arrived at South Station on a Friday night, and were immediately greeted by a sweet hostess and throngs of squawking business types. If that's not your kind of crowd, then I would suggest going elsewhere. Me? I'll eat anywhere as long as the food's good. And boy is the food at Trade good. There really wasn't a single miss among the myriad dishes my mom and I sampled, which is impressive. The menu is divided up into appetizers, soups and salads, flatbreads, and entrees, but we opted for a tapas-style tasting of small plates. Of these dishes, the avocado with green mango-tamarind-peanut chutney shined brightest--too bad it was $8. In fact, despite not having to foot the bill, the price was the only thing I took issue with from my meal at Trade. The "small plates" aren't just small, they're tiny, and by the time you will have eaten enough of them to fill you up, you're going to have a pretty fearsome bill on your hands. Your best bet if you want to go the tasting root is probably to order a flatbread to split as well. We did (the lamb sausage with eggplant, Manchego, peppers and garlic yogurt), and it was one of the highlights of the evening. Also not to miss is the Baked Alaska. While not quite as awe-inspiring as the version you'll find at Oleana, it's a beautifully sweet and refreshing way to end your meal. read more

Trade - Chocolate budino with rosemary and sea salt (front). Baked Alaska (back). - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Trade is the kind of place that I love coming to...when someone else pays the bill. At $26 an entree, you can expect the food to be good. But you're paying $26 and it's no fancy steak house, and the service is no fancy steak house service. If it weren't for the price, this would absolutely be a 4 star review. read more

Had to stop here after spotting an Instagram picture by bostonmixdrink promoting its participation in Negroni Week. On a busy Friday Happy Hour, I was still able to grab a seat at the bar as this place is quite the bustle for groups of yuppies who adore standing around tables. I'm still pretty unused to places where cocktail servers take bar orders rather than the bar staff, but it may have simply been that I was seated across from the woodfire oven who was busy making amazing looking personal pan pizzas and toasting meringue deserts. The cocktail waiter was very prompt about my order and practically ecstatic when I ordered a negroni for negroni week, and that I had specifically sought out the place for that particular reason. I was very happy that this was a true participating location where they actually donate $2 off their profits, not hike up the price first and effectively pass on the donation to the customer [shame those establishments]. My receipt reflected just that enthusiasm as well with a little - yay negroni! at checkout. While I was there, I delved into the small plates menu. I wasn't in for stomaching one of the pizzas which would have been too heavy for me, however I settled on two small plates of the Roasted Cauliflower with muhammara, pomegranate and scallion as well as two of their Crab sliders. The sliders were so-so, however the cauliflowers was not only delicious, but gorgeous as well. The dish had been placed in oven and evenly toasted, something that gives Trade a happy +1 star from me. I do love when an establishment makes the most of their unique cooking tools. At this point in time it had gotten a little busier so it took a little bit to get my server's attention for the bill, however, all in all it was a pleasant outing. Do find trade a neat place to grab a drink and enjoy being close to the water. For me it's not dying to come back, but a great place if your are looking for a classy place for drinks. read more

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Trade was recommended by a friend when we said we were staying in the seaport area, so let me recommend it to you! Trade has a laid back atmosphere and trendy decor. The menu is small, but everything we tried on it was delicious. Our server told us the menu is always changing but all the servers are able to taste them for recommending. Our server was knowledgable of the menu and was attentive and super helpful. My fiancé and I ordered chicken meatballs and pumpkin soup to start. Then a sopressata, mozzarella and tomato flatbread cook in the brick oven that we sat in front of! The flavors of every dish was different and impactful. For beverages we started with draft beer, but our server told us that the spirit drinks were what they were know for. My fiancé go the uno dos tres and I got a glass of Lauren champagne for dessert drinks. Speaking of dessert? Get it here! We got a chocolate almond cake with fresh fruit on the side and a creamy sauce on top. read more

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The. Service. Is. Horrible. Had a great lunch here once with a great looking crowd in a packed spot. But have come back twice right after work, and the service is astonishingly awful. It isn't a mystery why, the staff is horrifically inattentive. I'm sitting at the bar right now, and as I was walking in a woman left before her food arrived because the service was so terrible. Her male server was apologetic, but she and her friend left anyway. The server apparently learned from this experience that he should spend 5 of every 10 minutes standing at the bar with his buddies. Meanwhile, both times I've come it has taken 15 minutes to get a drink without anyone looking in. The bartender tonight was too busy flirting with a patron to notice Inhad arrived. Fix the service. The place should be great. It is why I have come back twice. But this is a disaster. Every time I look up, 3-4 employees are hanging out chatting. read more

It's a little pricey for what it is but I admit that I enjoy this place. Trade makes yummy cocktails and also does a fish tank cocktail for 2+ that comes in a plastic fish tank. I have only had small plates in terms of food here, but it tends to be colorful and well-executed despite the small portion/high price tag. I will have to return to try the soft-shelled crab (likely seasonal) and the baked alaska (generally on the menu, I think). I like the layout of the restaurant too, long bar with high tops and industrial-looking pendant lights. Trade also has a small outdoor patio. read more

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I checked out Trade with my daughter. Cocktails only that night since Tenzin was pouring. Besides... We were thirsting for some tasty beverages. He's an amazing mixologist and super great guy. The bar is long and it's a very cool industrial interior space. It was packed in there on the night we were hangin but Tenzin managed to get to us quickly. Taylor had a Grey Goose dirty martini. Hard to screw that one up. I ordered a Grey Goose lychee martini. Tenzin didn't have any more lychee juice, but he concocted a cool mixture of spirits that mimicked the lychee flavor with natural juices and some St. Germain Elderflower liqueur that was simple yet delicious. It can get loud at Trade since it's a popular spot. There is a parking garage to the right of Trade. I give Tenzin 5 stars just for being Tenzin. I will definitely go back for some small plate sampling next time. read more

Trade - Grey Goose Dirty Martini - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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There's a dearth of really good places to get lunch in Boston's financial district. In the summer, that's ok because there's a vibrant food truck scene and tons of outdoor seating. In the winter, huge problem. I like Trade for its central location, bright and airy atmosphere, and solid food. It's also easy to get tables for 6-8 people there, which is great for big business lunches. They are NOT on Opentable so just give them a ring to make a reservation. As I said, the food is solid. Nothing really stands out, but everything is good. We shared a bunch of apps - grilled cauliflower, burata, two flatbreads (4-cheese and mushrooms & figs) - and then everyone ordered their own entree. Two guys were huge fans of the Black Bean Enchiladas. We were very full by the end of the meal, too full for dessert. What I noticed about the dessert menu is that a lot came from local vendors. I'd host another business lunch here again. I preferTrade to nearby restaurants, Nebo or Smith & Wollensky. read more

Trade - The entrance - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Severely disappointed in the food. Calamari and Octopus starters were fine but the Tuna Tartare was tasteless with poor quality tuna. The real letdown were the entrees. The whole Branzino had no flavor or seasoning and was served with the bone in and no proper utensils other than knife and fork to serve. The 32oz ribeye was not well trimmed and contained large pieces of fat and gristle. The meat itself was tough from being both poor quality and being carved improperly thereby making it chewy. Also, if you are going to serve a substantial steak like this, you should provide real steak knives. Great menu, but poor quality ingredients and terrible preparation. read more

The reviews for this place lowered my expectations substantially. Beet salad was good Chicken was good Price was okay Service was a tad slow read more

Quite a disappointment. I went here a friend's birthday. The service (although the server was quite sweet) was just terrible, and the food was mediocre. SERVICE: It was slow and inattentive. Perhaps they were short staffed? Our server just seemed frazzled and stressed for the majority of the night. The biggest offense was the birthday cake. Dinner is done for a while. Dirty plates are still in front of many of us, including the birthday girl. No one has cleared the table. And here arrives the birthday girl's cake with a candle. But, there's no where to put the cake! Because the table hasn't been cleaned. So we need to push the birthday girl's plate out of the way to make room for her cake. (See the picture). I just don't get it. Don't you check to make sure the table has been cleared?? Aside from the cake mess...We arrived and sat without water and menus for a good while. The water, menus, drink orders, drinks, food orders, and food came in at painfully slow intervals. The birthday girl's second drink never came, and we had to remind the server about it. Plates weren't cleaned from the table. Before main courses came, staff came to take our empty appetizer dishes "to make room for entrees." Or, you could take them because they've been sitting empty for the past 5-10 minutes. We were a large group ready to drink, but drinks were difficult to order and slow to arrive. Honestly, the service was just bad. On the plus side...they dealt with many credit cards? FOOD: Mediocre, overall. Best part of the meal was the avocado small plate, which was really delicious. The greens small plate was bland. The rigatoni with spicy lamb ragu was also bland. There were nothing remotely spicy about it. In fact, the dish just tasted like sauceless pasta. OVERALL: Not a good dining experience, especially for the price. read more

Trade - Notice dinner plates still on the table, yet the birthday cake has arrived. - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came here one summer night with a friend as we walked the streets of Boston. Our eyes became magnified by the opulence of this establishment. Huge windows gave us a glimpse of the elegance inside. As we approached the steps, three large pillars lead to the front entrance. We were already drawn in. This establishment is beautiful. Located near the Boston Seaport, everything about this place is great. Even the bathroom was jaw dropping and clean. The table at the bar was made from white marble. Dim lighting inside gave off an intimate ambiance, perfect for a romantic night out. All of this plus the high ceilings made me feel like a high roller. Accents of steel, the innovative architecture of the bar, and the well thought out color schemes made this so modern. The level of aesthetics here cannot be matched. 10 out of 10. I split the Fish Tank with my friend. The description read, "It's blue. It's delicious. That's all you need to know. Serves two." Our bartender asked what kind of alcohol we wanted mixed in: Rum, vodka, tequila... Of course vodka. This was a fun drink, but pricy. $25. But for all that Trade had to offer, it definitely surpassed my expectations. read more

Trade - Fish Tank. $25. Description reads: "It's blue. It's delicious. That's all you need to know. Serves two." - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went to dinner on a Saturday. Drinks were great. Placed our appetizers and the waitress asked that we place our dinner requests in as well. Appetizers were great. Highly recommend the eggplant app. 45 min later she comes out and says we do not have the grill plate we ordered. We ask for the Shrimp. Ten min later she comes out and says we have no shrimp. We were very disappointed with the entrees but the apps were great. Most probably would not go there again. There are better places for Greek food around. read more

I came for the fish tank drink ($30) choice of rum or tequila liquor base. It tastes like the regular fish bowl drink you can get but it comes in a legit fish tank. After getting the wrong menu twice... I ordered the pork belly lettuce wraps (pork belly was cooked perfectly), fried calamari (came with dried kale & peppers) very good, and falafel pancakes (unique). Each appetizer was around $13& up, so expect to spend $$$. Then I ordered ham and gouda cheese flat bread. I usually like fluffy pizza but I actually really liked the flat bread ($17) it came with onions, big slices of ham & the gouda cheese added a good touch. I would come back to try their baked Alaska. read more

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I would rate Trade a 3.5. After dining at Trade for dinner, I think it might be best enjoyed as a drinks and light bites (appetizers and the flat breads) spot. There is no doubt that the atmosphere is slick with modern, industrial, and well coordinated decor. The cocktails were top notch and delicious. I had the Russia Wharf cocktail that was black cherry flavored. My boyfriend's Cockney Mule was also pretty refreshing, but strong! On to the food. As others have mentioned, I was not floored by the burrata. The dish was small and overall unimpressive. My salmon was cooked nicely with a rhubarb sauce and delectable eggplant fritters. I really wish I could recreate the eggplant fritters myself, that's how tasty they were! My boyfriend's beef dish was on the dry side, which is pretty disappointing considering the pricing of this restaurant. Our baked Alaska dessert was okay, the bottom cookie part was hard to break apart and eat (this is probably due to how cold the dish was when served). Although I was really pleased with my salmon and the cocktails, there were imperfections in the other dishes that should not have been considering the price point. I would return for cocktails mostly. read more

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I really wanted to be able to give Trade a better review, as I've heard such great things about Jody Adams as a chef. However, despite the items and flavors on the menu sounding delicious, the execution just wasn't there. We ordered the burrata on focaccia with honey, which would have been wonderful if the burrata hadn't been served ice cold. Because it was so cold, the toasted focaccia became very soggy and it just wasn't great textually. My boyfriend ordered the Steak Frites, and while the fries were good, the steak was a little tough and flavor wise was very underwhelming. The most redeeming dish was the scallops, which I found to be well seasoned and prepared. With so many great options available in Boston, I would skip Trade the next time around. read more

Mike took great care of my first time visit. He knows every menu item and ingredient. Took the time to find out my likes and recommended the perfect combination. It was fun trying new foods items freshly prepared for me! I'll be sure to stop by on my next visit to Boston! Thank you Mike for a wonderful Monday meal! It is a wonderful way to start my week. read more

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I wanted to like this place, my drinks and food were alright but the service was horrible. I went with a group of friends, we were seated right away but once we were seated we were stared at by the staff the whole time we were there. The restaurant was dead when we got there but it was very uncomfortable the way they just stared at us. Our waitress started out somewhat nice but after she took our drinks she was very rude. My friend and I ordered sangria, 5 minutes went by and the waitress came back saying they were out of sangria which we all thought was weird to be out of sangria for a Saturday night. When the waitress was taking our food order, one of my friends ordered the lobster bisque and the waitress replied "we're out", she didn't even apologize and she even rolled her eyes at my friend as she was trying to pick something else. From there the waitress didn't check in on us, I overheard the manager who was behind me tell our waitress to refill our waters. She wasn't a good waitress at all. Our table was next to a station for silverware and glasses and my friends and I felt like we were in the way, it seemed like every 10 minutes one of the staff members was trying to get behind us to get silverware or put glasses away. One of the staff members even asked my friend if she could move her chair in so he could get by.. I've never been to this place before and i don't know if I'll go back. The food was good but the staff we got was horrible. It is pricey so look up their menu before going to make sure it is something you'll like. read more

Trade - Fresh Mozzarella flatbread - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I love Trade - they were one of the firsts in the rise of the Ft Point area and are certainly a welcome addition. They drive an impressive lunch crowd and during the summer it can be really busy with their outside patio. My suggestion is to sit at the bar and, grab a flatbread and meet Boston's best bartender Tenzin. Let me tell you about Tenzin - He's probably the most artistic bartender I've ever encountered with some serious garnish art. He's the bartender that could look at you and figure out what you're in the mood for or just make you a drink that will make you really happy. These drinks also deserve to be in some art gallery, they're redic. Drinks - always a great selection of wine and seasonal cocktails Decor - stunning industrial design great for drinks with colleagues (financial folks) or for that special date read more

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Highly recommend the tuna poke bowl & brussels sprouts! Great service and gave us the perfect amount of time between drinks, appetizers and the main course. read more

Trade - Tuna Poke Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Amazing atmosphere and the food was outstanding. Service was just ok - but definitely a place to return to

Farming is in my genes. I'm a farmer, my father was a farmer, his father was an SS informant...but also a farmer. The list goes on and on. The point is... We Schrutes know farm fresh when we see it. And Trade is, by all means, farm fresh. The chefs and owners are big supporters of local farms - just about everything on this menu comes from somewhere around here. Feeling indecisive? No matter. You can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches. Lukewarm regards, Dwight K. Schrute Assistant Regional Manager Dunder Mifflin Paper Products Scranton Branch read more

Unfortunately I have to give it 1 star. I can't even comment on the food because I actually never got my main meal. The appetizers were split. One arrived cold and the other arrive OK. Our main meal never arrived. After 90 minutes of waiting we left without it arriving. It was ridiculous. I would never come back here. The first bottle of wine I ordered they didn't have and the second one took 20 minutes to arrive. I will never go back here again. I use to go here all the time but now, never. If you decide to come here good luck. read more