4.5/5 stars. This place exceeded my expectations! Right when you walk in you're greeted with a gorgeous interior. The staff is so nice too. The food was great, however I didn't love the cocktails. Food: - Roasted Oysters (10/10): so buttery, cheesy, delicious. Favorite item on the menu, if you're going you have to order!! - Clam Chowder (8.5/10) - Chinatown Dumplings (8/10): loved the kewpie mayo - 16oz Ribeye (8.5/10): Tender and flavorful! The mashed potatoes it came with were so good. - Apple crumble (6/10): Would skip this and go for something else. Overall, a great experience and we will be back for the roasted oysters! read more

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For an expensive night out, Willow & Ivy did not live up to the hype. We got there and had a reservation with bar seating requested. When we checked in with the hostess and asked for bar seating, she said they have two reservations that requested bar seating and those seats are being held for them. I informed her we are probably one of those requests. She checked again and simply replied "we have a table for you". Ok, fine. When we get to the table, it is wobbling back and forth. The place was crazy busy and we didn't feel like flagging someone down to deal with it, so my wife and I just sat with our feet on the base the whole time and that held it steady enough. We then ordered a couple glasses of wine. They are NOT shy about the prices here. Each glass costs between $15-19, and the pours were small. We'd guess either 4 or 5 ounces. We ordered Foie Gras as an app. When it arrived, we asked for some bread to go with it. To our surprise, when the bill came, they charged us an extra $3 for the bread. When you order a $27 app, and two dinners each costng over $50, to add $3 for bread seems a bit petty. I ordered the skirt steak medium rare and it came out bloody rare. My wife ordered the scallops. They were served in a broth that was loaded with salt. Ruined the whole dish. All in with tax and tip, we dropped $250. For that price, this was a disappointment and we had wished we dined elsewhere. read more

In the Lennox hotel is a noteworthy restaurant called Willow & Ivy. This esteemed eatery has been on my family's radar for a while and I recently was finally able to go. The entrance is around the corner from the hotel entrance, so if you're driving then park there for the valet. When you enter the first noticeable thing are the plants including a large tree near the entrance. There's a raised bar against the far wall and a few different dining areas with tables and beautiful lights and decorations all around. The atmosphere is elegant and calming. The menu is unique and it wasn't easy to choose an entree, but I went with the bolognese which was fantastic and had neat wheel shaped pasta. My starter with one of the best clam chowders I've ever had, full of clams and ham or pancetta. I also got to have some of a salad which was also great and full of interesting ingredients, with the same pancetta. We ended with a mint chocolate chip ice cream and two large warm cookies, which was a perfect dessert. The service was great as well. Willow & Ivy is a phenomenal restaurant and for sure one that anyone who enjoys fine dining in Boston should visit! read more

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i was pleasantly surprised by this elegant gem tucked away in the lennox hotel! Willow and ivy is a small space with an upscale ambiance. It was very lively on a Monday night and we came to try their dine-out Boston prefix meal. For $55 i started with oysters, had the Bolognese, and ended with a raspberry creme brulee. The oysters were fresh and came with ample side sauces which i loved. The Bolognese was also pretty solid, I loved the big wheel noodles that were al dente and it was very saucy which I enjoyed. The creme brulee was also such a treat, I loved the raspberry accents and the tart sorbet on the side was a nice touch. Overall a pretty solid deal! Staff was very friendly and management was continously checking in. read more

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Phenomenal! Lordie this place blew me away. Gorgeous inside, fabulous service, and daaaamn the food knocked my socks off! The shrimp and clam entree with spinach and garlic with this gorgeous toasty bread was incredible. And my friend's burgers and fries were fantastic. Also we were too full but the melting brownie dessert looked so amazing!! read more

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Everything was phenomenal! I can't recommend this place enough. The food, service, and ambiance were all exceptional. I went for my graduation dinner, and they had a hand written card at the table waiting for me to wish me congratulations. To start, we had the focaccia bread to share and clam chowder, so delicious. Best clam chowder I've had, and it had whole clams in it. For mains, we had pasta bolognese, salmon, and the green apple chicken. The chicken was the juiciest I've ever had, the salmon was cooked to perfection, and the pasta was so flavorful. The presentation was great as well. Vanessa was our server, and she was so kind, helpful, and attentive. After seeing another table get the oysters, we asked the restaurant manger, Dan, what they ordered. After explaining it to us, I told him I never had oysters so he gave us the appetizer for free to try! Everyone who worked there was bubbly and warm, genuinely some of the best service I've ever experienced. Everything was a 10/10. Will definitely be coming back! read more

A more accurate rating is 4.5 stars. My wife, our friends, and I were in town to move our respective children into their freshman college dorms, and we went out for a night on the town. I selected Willow and Ivy based on the strength of their reviews on Yelp and the photos of the space. It looked great. I am glad to say that it lived up to the accolades in the reviews. We were seated quickly, and we had a comfortable table for four. The bar across the room looked beautiful. It was laid out well and had plenty of seating. My wife and I are bar people when we are out by ourselves, but sit at a table when we are with guests. The rest of the space was well-lit and spacious. The great thing was it was not noisy despite the number of occupants. It was easy to engage in conversation. Our server was right there and was full of suggestions regarding the food and drink. Three of us started with the cocktail called Mr. Humo. It was amazing. I actually had two of them. We began with three appetizers that I would highly recommend - the focaccia pie with tomatoes, the dumplings, and the tuna. They were all extremely flavorful and well presented (see photos). For dinner, we each got something different including: the salmon, the lamb, the skirt steak and the Branzino. We each tried all of them and they were all fantastic. All in all, this was a great place to spend an evening with friends and truly enjoy yourselves. read more

Willow & Ivy - Mr Humo cocktail - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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In town for work and staying in the Copley area. We had an open dinner night and I found this spot and booked a reservation. The menu and ambience stood out and I was excited to try it out. The restaurant has its own exterior entrance and is part of the Lennox Hotel. We were seated promptly for our 6pm reservation and the restaurant steadily became busier as we ate. On our server's recommendation, we started with the Yellow Fin Tuna & Peach Burrata Focaccia Pie. Both were excellent and an indicator of what was to come. I went with the filet and subbed in the whipped potatoes and asparagus over the mushrooms and duck potatoes. Steak was a perfect medium-rare (or Gordon Ramsay mid-rare), potatoes light and tasty and asparagus was asparagus ha! My colleagues both went with the scallops which I sampled and loved the flavor of the ginger broth. It was also delicious to dip steak in. I always like to look at the dessert menu and appreciated that they read my mind and just placed it in front of us. We shared the decadent and showy Double Chocolate Brownie (a chocolate lovers dream!) and the Garden Strawberry "Shortcake" (deconstructed and fine, but order the chocolate!). Our server and the whole staff were attentive and welcoming despite being busy. They have been open for just 5 months and are nailing it so far. My colleague joked about returning tomorrow to try more options. Highly recommended! read more

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This is a beautiful restaurant/ bar that was something else before hand that I have ate at before. But I have not yet ate here only came here for coffee over the weekend. Some friends and I sat at the bar. There were not many people at the bar area but quite a few tables were in use. There was only one bartender I believe so I felt that the service was on the slow side especially since we only ordered coffees. I ordered the special pride latte. It had lavender and vanilla in it. But the bartender forgot the most important part which was to add the pop of color to it for pride.'They used fruity pebbles I believe for it. So I asked the bartender if he could add it and he said sure, but then that took a bit of time since I don't think he could find them at first. I would come back here to try their food as it looks good. read more

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We swung in for a nightcap and dessert the other night, and were not disappointed. The cinnamon whiskey old fashioned is to die for if you're a whiskey drinker, and the pear martini is fresh and crisp. The brownie sundae is an experience - and you MUST try it, but only if you like chocolate, because there's a lot of it! We could have licked the plate! The honeycrisp apple dessert was also phenomenal, with salted caramel ice cream and the loveliest crisp granola on top. The service was top notch, and our server was very knowledgeable about the menu. The restaurant itself is cozy, yet slightly modern with the ivy and bricks, giving it that Back bay feel inside! read more

Willow & Ivy - Brownie sundae - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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BF and I had a 915 pm Saturday night reservation. We arrived a few minutes early and were greeted by a lovely hostess who explained prior diners were just leaving so we waited a few minutes for our table. Gaurav was our extremely friendly and knowledgeable server. His wonderful personality really added to our dining experience. We started our meal with the amazing pork belly adobo. It was a nice small portion for two that we both loved. We both live close by and said we'd go back for drinks at the gorgeous bar to pair with this fantastic appetizer. As for entrees, I had the fabulous salmon which was devine. My BF had the delicious pork chop. Both were quite filling and beyond our expectations. Suffice it to say HIGHLY recommend Willow & Ivy!! read more

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This is a great addition to Back Bay. Great cocktails and nice menu variety that will please most (although could use a vegan entree ). Everything was top notch. The Paloma cocktail was one of the best I've ever had....kiddos to the bartender for crafting a proper drink. The vegetable salad was a work of art.....you need to see it to believe it. If you are a foodie you'll love this place! I also enjoy how it's a stones throw from tourist foot traffic nestled within the swanky Lenox Hotel......you need to know about it to venture in. read more

Willow & Ivy - Amazingly beautiful salad! - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Nice date spot/steak house vibes. Tried the foie gras (great quality), tuna (our favorite appetizer), grilled caesar, branzino, skirt steak (a favorite and very tender), and ribeye. For dessert we had the brownie sundae (visual cool but overly sweet), honey crisp apples (a table favorite), and the lime rickey crème brûlée. Service was fantastic, and we had a great night. read more

Willow & Ivy - Ribeye - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came here for a 12-person work team dinner after looking for a treat-yourself dining experience. And wow, this place exceeded everyone's expectations, especially with the ambiance and the caters-to-everyone menu. We all loved the entrees we chose (I got the scallops), but it was the appetizers that were on the next level. The flatbreads, pork belly, and cheeses stood out, and were perfectly coupled with our cocktails (I'm still dreaming of that pear martini!). Our server was so accommodatable and patient, especially with our large party. Kudos to him! I was genuinely impressed with every aspect of Willow & Ivy, and I couldn't recommend this place more. I hope work brings me to Boston again soon! read more

This is such a beautiful spot and I had a really lovely dinner here! My drink was incredible- I'd highly recommend the pear martini. For food I tried a few different plates but the scallops were divine! Probably the best and most well cooked scallops I've ever had. The ambiance here is so amazing too, overall such a good dining experience! read more

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This place was amazing. First off the restaurant is beautiful. We walked in and were greeted immediately. We had a reservation so were taken to our table which was right outside the main dining room so a bit more quiet. The food was delicious. I had the scallops with bok choy in a lemongrass broth(?). It was divine. I can't say anything about it was perfect. My sister got the rib eye cooked perfectly to a medium rare and I enjoyed the peppercorn sauce that came with it. For desert we also enjoyed the warm cookie but substituted the mint ice cream for vanilla. I also have to say everyone was so friendly and seemed to help each other out. We saw what looked like managers bringing out plates and when our waitress had a large table to care for someone else came to check on us. I will happily come back anytime im in the city. read more

Willow & Ivy - Scallops - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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What an amazing restaurant located in the Lenox Hotel in Copley. Elegant, decadent, romantic and at a prime location. Started off with the delicious smoked grilled oysters which wasn't salty and so flavorful. The pork belly adobo with mango was so refreshing and charred well. For the main entree the pork chop loin and branzino was phenomenal and relatively large. Amazing sides with it and very delicious. The strawberry shortcake dessert was light, and not sweet at all! Service was phenomenal. read more

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Stopped by with some friends for brunch and it was good. I started off with a cappuccino and for my meal I got the omelette. As a group we shared the pancakes. The Chantilly topping was my favorite and the whipped cream was fresh. The restaurant was on the busier side so we waited quite some time for our drinks and the bill. The inside was so cool and inviting but the vibe from the staff was weird. Not sure if I'd go again but the food was good. read more

Connected the historic Lennox hotel is this wonderful restaurant with nice menu options. Wasn't our first choice but we were thrilled we found it. At least some of the ingredients are locally sourced. Burger , tacos and hand cut mushroom ‍ pasta were all amazing choices . Beautiful bar in restaurant as well as hotel lobby. Service was friendly and attentive with manager checking with customers on their experience. Very nice read more

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Our party of four came here on a Sunday evening with a dinner reservation at 5. We were promptly seated and the friendly waitstaff took our drink order. The interior is very chic and the restaurant itself is attached to the fancy Lenox hotel. Our waiter walked us through any questions we had about the menu and gave us some time to mull it over. We put in our food orders and it didn't take long for everything to start coming out. I opted for the wedge salad with a chicken breast to go along with it as well as the roasted asparagus side. The blue cheese on the wedge was fantastic and the addition of the blue cheese dressing really hit that umami flavor home. The roasted asparagus would've been great on its own, but the goat cheese provided a nice bit of delicious tang to the dish as well. This place is definitely worth a try if you're in the area and are looking for an upscale meal! read more

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Weeknight dinner at the bar. One of the best restaurant burgers I've had in a while. The asian fusion twist to the scallops was 5/5. Great margarita. Definitely coming back. read more

I would fly back from Florida for those roasted oysters again. Really good bar and restaurant inside the Lenox hotel. Great service, excellent food and drinks. Prices were fair. Highly recommend. read more

Willow & Ivy - Steak tacos and roasted oysters. - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Branzino was delicious!! Nice and tender with a lovely sauce and the dressed salad was a divine accompaniment. The potatoes were crisped perfectly. Cozy, inviting atmosphere inside with plush chairs and soft lighting. Quite romantic with the large windows as well. Our server was nice, but not particularly attentive. The manager did seem to be going around checking on people and their experience and the kitchen staff who brought the food were very professional. read more

Willow & Ivy - Branzino - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Enjoying this dining experience. I felt like I found a hidden gem. But I am not from Boston take it with a grain of salt. First visit so..... but was the cherry on top of an extended weekend with many great culinary experiences. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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Everything was fabulous, our server was amazing and so attentive. Highly recommend for brunch... read more

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My wife and I stopped in since we are staying at the Lenox. So glad we chose to eat here. This was the second night being open. The ambiance is so beautifully decorated. It's very nice upscale and classy. We were greeted immediately by the hostess and she seated us perfectly our reservation right on time. Andres David was our server and the attention to detail was over the top. The menu has a variety if your pallet is up for something new or something classic. My wife ordered the Branzino soooo good. It was beautifully cooked. She loved it. I ordered the chicken it was super amazing. The food comes out super hot which is such an amazing touch. So many restaurants serve good cold or warm. Not here. I would recommend this place. It is worth it. read more

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The food and service was outstanding! Beautiful bar and a delicious cocktail list to choose from. I had the salmon and it was seasoned well and done to my liking. read more

Willow & Ivy - Salmon - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Lovely quiet alcove in the Lenox Hotel. Excellent brunch menu. Eggs Benedict just right. Had a wonderful rendezvous with friends and the service was very thoughtful and easy read more

Great experience. Loved the ambiance, and all of the plates were fresh and flavorful. Calamari is a great litmus test as it's so easy to ruin, but theirs was very tender. Great dishes, will certainly be back if the occasion calls for it while in Boston. Well-priced too. read more

All I can say is wow! Front the hostess to our server to our amazing drinks and food! I could have eaten here every night of our trip! We will definitely be going back! read more

Willow & Ivy - Drinks - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We had the most amazing time there last night for my birthday. This restaurant is really beautiful, the service was impeccable and every dish we ordered was delicious. The lamb was my favorite though. The Lioness was a group favorite drink! I think we ordered two rounds. This place excels in terms of hospitality - among the nicest staff and management I've ever encountered! They sent out complimentary drinks and desserts which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated. You'd never know that this restaurant was only 8 weeks old! Everything was truly impressive. Thank you! Will definitely be back. read more

Willow & Ivy - Lamb - New American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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4.5 stars. Beautiful atmosphere and delectable dishes. This restaurant is a nice add to the back bay scene. The prices are slightly higher than some of the other sit down restaurants in the area, but the quality is so much better. The pear martini was phenomenal -- so refreshing and just the right amount of sweet. The peach focaccia was delectable -- loved the combination of flavors, but wished we had a touch more cheese. The oysters were fresh, and served with the cutest dropper for hot sauce that I couldn't stop raving about. My boyfriend really enjoyed the scallops -- they are served in a broth that is packed with umami. They are served with shiitake mushrooms that I believe are rehydrated from dry so they are filled with flavor -- also had touches of sesame oil. I haven't ever had scallops served like this and they were delicious. The mushroom pasta was the best I'd ever had. The noodles were fresh and cooked to perfection. I have never had so many mushrooms packed into a pasta dish like this. I counted over 3 or 4 different types of mushrooms, all interesting and delicious varieties. The dish appears like it would be heavy, but is surprisingly light and satisfying. As far as vegetarian options, they exist but in the capacity that restaurants will always have a salad or burrata. It would be fun to have a non pasta dish for the veg friends. It definitely gives the vibes of a restaurant that is new and excited to make its mark. I can't wait to see how it distinguishes itself even more as it becomes more established. read more

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Willow and Ivy is my favorite restaurant! My husband and I used to frequent City Table, which was its name before the beautiful renovations. It was our "go to" restaurant and we were "regulars." The menu and the food are phenomenal then and now! The menu has a wide array of options. Honestly, a tough decision each time because of all of the good options. Now with the renovations, the ambiance and the decor are simply gorgeous. This restaurant is the "whole package." It's elegant style combined with the great service, amazing food and menu options have me hooked. The servers often remember our favorite food items. Although, my husband and I have moved from back bay, we will often go to this part of Boston. And, when we do, we are sure to stop into our favorite restaurant, Willow and Ivy! read more

This place was just ok. Beautiful space, fun vibe. We sat for dinner and things seemed a bit chaotic. Surprising because it was not busy. First off, the drinks took forever to get. One bartender tending to the bar patrons as well as the service orders, while two others behind the bar seemed to do nothing. The bread appetizer was way too sweet and should be a dessert. Lose all the sugar please. Foie gras was delicious, great texture. but really small serving. Lamb was good but a little tough and a shade overcooked. One of my guests asked for a side of couscous to accompany her entree. But the waitress returned and said the chef would not allow it because it would change the dishes flavor profile. Huh? Seriously? Wtf..., people know what they want to eat. read more

Awesome atmosphere and is beautiful inside. Service was spot on and were frequently check-in by service and the manager and food was also amazing. Great portions and was tender and flavorful as overall would recommend to anybody looking for a nice and cozy place with great music in Boston read more

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The ambiance is lovely and the food was delicious. We visited twice on our short 3 days trip to Boston.

Excellent food and new ambiance! Will be back again and again, all offerings menu offerings must be sampled!! Try it and you'll see the food, great service and ambiance is 5 stars, what you deserve read more

It's hard to impress me. This place impressed me. Party of 6 for a birthday celebration. Food was amazing. Service was outstanding. We had 6 different entrees, cheese and meat boards, clam chowder and shrimp cocktail and a bunch of desserts. Cocktails, mocktails, cappuccinos and tea. Everything was delicious and delivered with courtesy. For a brand new place they impressed the entire family. The handwritten birthday card just blew the experience out of the water. Well done to the chef, staff and the manager, who was sure to stop by the table to greet us personally. I don't mind paying $$$ for good food and good service and that is exactly what we got. We'll be back. read more

Breakfast was super. We stayed in the hotel and had breakfast here and really enjoyed it. Would have loved to have other meals but it was packed and there was no availability. Plan ahead! read more

Quick light dinner for 2. Best seared tuna dish I've ever had (all the sushi flavors plus texture from seaweed, cucumber & tobiko). Amazing truffle fries (I normally don't even like truffle oil), and very good steak tacos that felt like a menu hack. Great cocktail and quiet classy environment. Super friendly and knowledgeable waitress. read more