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    Violet Thorn

    4.2 (15 reviews)
    ModerateLounges
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Mark P.

    Located in lobby of Crowne Plaza hotel. Nice bar, good service and drinks. Unsure if I'd ever make a trip of it to get her, but if you're staying in the hotel or attending a function here, a solid place to grab a cocktail.

    This Bar is inside the Crowne Plaza Hotel
    Andrew M.

    I am staying in the hotel, so the fact that this place is in walking distance is fantastic! Not to mention the staff is really friendly. My bartender was Derek and he was nice enough to chat with me and really make me feel welcome. The vibe is cool, the drinks are great, and they have good background music playing. They also have TV's playing so you can keep up on your favorite sports or news. Will be back before I leave!

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    Love the hotel and would return just to have a drink with Shannon because she is hilarious and overall personable.

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    I'll just keep adding to my review of this place because it's one of my favorites. We went earlier…read morethis week and I ordered the Freezer Door Martini. I am usually a vodka martini girl but this gin martini is just SO good. They got new martini glasses since the last time I ordered this drink and I'm obsessed with the new presentation. My martini arrived in a tall narrow martini glass and the "extra" was served in a chilled mini carafe. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE WHEN RESTAURANTS DO THIS. It makes the drink feel a little bit fancier and helps keep the drink fresh. It also makes you feel as though you are getting two drinks for the price of one . We sat at the bar per usual and shared the half nachos (+ candied jalapeños and chicken). We love the way their nachos are served and honestly the portions are huge and very generous. We couldn't even finish the half nachos between the two of us! The nachos are always LOADED and have such unique flavors. My favorite cocktails at Bourbon's are: Saturn (not currently on the menu but they are typically still able to make it), Clear Intentions (clarified Mai Thai with the most incredible flavor profile) and Freezer Door Martini. 10/10 recommend all 3 of these but honestly you can't go wrong with any of their cocktails.

    Bourbons is one of my favorite restaurants in MetroWest. Every time I go the food is consistently…read moredelicious, the staff is always friendly and quick, and the cocktails are some of the best in the area. Some favorites: the old old fashioned... perfect if you're a whisky fan. The nachos are the best I've ever had anywhere (get the chorizo on it), and the crispy chicken Caesar wrap is super tasty (and huge). The owners are usually there on the weekends checking in with patrons. Always a nice touch and their attention to detail is appreciated.

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    We had the best time last Thursday night at The VERVE, where they were hosting a very fun dueling…read morepianos show. As part of our ticket purchase, we received a delicious table shared appetizer - an amazing dip with warm pita chips! We will be back to have dinner there sometime, just based on how delicious this dip was! Kudos to the chef. We also had a great server named Jackie, who was attentive, energetic and amazing. I really felt like I got to know some of the people also enjoying the show - such camaraderie at this fun and unexpected venue for live music and fun, with fabulous drinks and food.

    The Good: - Central location…read more - Interesting, quirky interior design. The Bad: - Room smelled funny. - My AC wouldn't turn off (the wall unit wasn't working and neither did the buttons on the AC itself). It blew cold air at full strength for my entire stay. - Front desk staff is stingy about extra waters...2 isn't enough for an extended stay, period. They don't care about your Hilton Honors status. They will make you pay for extras. First Hilton I've stayed at where that's the case. - No refrigerator in the room. Hope you don't have any leftovers! - Gym is tiny and falling apart. Weights are missing and random parts from the ceiling and other areas of the hotel seem to be thrown in the corner. This hotel has lots of potential, but in the future, I'll be looking elsewhere for my stay.

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    Wow, what a hidden gem in Boston. possibly the best pub/ bar in the city. Cheep cover and great…read moreatmosphere

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    Lockheart is a Latin inspired restaurant in Boston with a creative menu and a relaxed atmosphere…read morethat makes it work equally well for a casual lunch or a longer dinner with a group. We walked into a space that is comfortable and notably quiet for its size, which made it a good option for larger parties or anyone who wants to actually have a conversation without competing with the room. Live music downstairs adds a different dimension to evening visits, and the kitchen stays open until midnight, which makes it a reliable option when other spots have already closed. The nachos are the standout order and the dish most worth building your visit around. They came out loaded and well constructed without collapsing into the pile of soggy chips that ruins most nacho plates. The smash tacos are worth ordering across a few different fillings to get a sense of what the kitchen does well, and the birria tacos in particular have built a following for the depth of flavor in the braised meat and the accompanying consommé for dipping. We tried a few of the other taco options, and they landed on the milder side in terms of seasoning, which was a bit of a letdown compared to the birria. The portion size relative to price also felt a little small on some plates. The ceviche was decent but benefited from some additional flavor, so adjusting expectations on that particular order makes sense. Service was attentive and the pacing of the meal matched the relaxed atmosphere of the room. The staff knew the menu well and offered thoughtful recommendations without being pushy. For a Latin restaurant in Boston that delivers on atmosphere, late hours, and a few standout dishes like the nachos and birria tacos, Lockheart is a solid option worth keeping in mind for a group dinner or a late night meal.

    Was looking for a casual night at the bar with my husband and Lockheart was the place. The…read morebartender made a delicious skinny margarita and my husband had the spicy one. We started with the lobster guacamole, it was ok a little mushier and bland for my liking. My husband had the quesadilla and I had two street tacos, they were delicious! Recommend if looking for Mexican fair.

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