Service food and ambience all top notch Expensive but worth…read moreevery penny Dante is an authentic talented personable skilled hands on owner

Food was decent, and definitely expensive (they even charge for hot water). However, price isn't an…read moreissue when you're getting great food and great service and feel welcome. Problem was - service wasn't great, especially when someone in our party had food restrictions that required modifications to the dishes. I had someone in my party who has health issues and required dishes to be prepared a particular way. The waiter didn't seem happy about it and even questioned whether it was necessary. After getting the food, never once did the waiter come by during the meal to ask how it was. All in all - just didn't feel welcome at the establishment.

Great location, the staff is wonderful.. Last time I was…read morethere, I was very impressed with the beer selection.

I've been continuing to come here for the amazing beer menu and delicious smoked ketchup…read more Unfortunately, the last time in service was incredibly slow, even in a nearly empty restaurant. I'm usually quite empathetic in these situations but we pretty much had to send smoke signals to get a second round and we were done eating by the time it came. They add a "Massachusetts dining fee" on to the bill now. It might have been there during previous dining experiences and I just never noticed, but I find it crazy that a place that can charge $12 for a beer has to also add fees to pay their staff. It was $177 inc tip for 4 beers, 4 sodas, 2 burgers and 5 sliders. At that price, I shouldn't have to beg for a second round so I'm adjusting my rating.

Went here with a large group of coworkers and we had a great time! They seated us outside on their…read morepatio. It was spacious yet intimate for the group! The food was good, I ordered the tagliolini pasta which had mushrooms and asparagus in it. I also ordered a few spicy margaritas which were very very good! The service was good! They took care of our large group well. There is an automatic gratuity charge for groups, large larger than eight I believe.

This was a random find for myself and a friend. It's a little wonky to find parking - either on the…read moremain road or they have a small parking lot behind the building but certainly worth the work to find parking. We were very surprised by the design when we walked in - the frontage is very unassuming. I have been to many areas of Italy - some casual and some very upscale. This restaurant is a little in between. But it's charming and beautiful. We sat at the counter bar and it was a really cool place to be. It's right in front of the kitchen but also very quiet and easy to have a conversation. It's clear that the family that owns the restaurant has spent a lot of time traveling through Italy, the menu is very reflective of many of the regions. The menu was beautiful and certainly has something for everyone. We split a couple entrees but started with the prosciutto which was fantastic - I'm a bit picky about this app because sometimes it's the standard presentation that to me is boring. This dish had a perfect combination of accompaniments - it was light and is a very good starter. For entrees we had the eggplant - the tomato ragu on it was super flavorful. We also ordered the Pork Tenderloin Milanese - this dish is no less than amazing!!!! Highly recommend. The wine we chose was Ceretto Barolo- a perfect match for the entrees. We finished with the desert special - an elegant warm pear tart ... yum ! The service was excellent- we were fortunate to get one of the family members who was charming and gave us a little bit of the family history and great explanations of the dishes before we ordered. This is an excellent restaurant and a fortunate gem we stumbled upon - it's a must if you're in the area!

I really enjoyed my visit here over this past weekend with one of my daughters. It was so pleasant…read moreto sit outside in the patio enjoying a "Hugo Berry Spritz" from the Summer Cocktail specials while my daughter loved her Spicy Margarita! Both of our drinks were spot on made by Monique! She was super sweet and friendly and served us our drinks, then the Garlic Fries and Quesadillas for appetizers and then the fish tacos! Everything was delicious! Monique paced the timing of everything perfectly! We will most definitely be back!

This beer garden has a dog-friendly outdoor patio and available games like shuffle board and…read morecornhole. The outdoor seats have umbrellas for shade and patio warmers during the colder months. Food can be ordered from your smartphone and there are even delights on the menu for your pup!

The Bluebird was the perfect setting for our ladies night out. We noted another large group of…read morewomen in there as we were leaving, and a mixed gender group, so apparently the word is out that this place is great for group gatherings, in addition to date night, etc. LOVED the warm copper tones and intricate/ornate walls and ceiling. I had only booked for 6 women, but people loved the location so much we had 11 show up. The staff were SO incredibly kind in accommodating us (again and again) on a busy Friday night. Shrimp cocktail was fresh and delicious and the crushed ice and ring presentation (I ordered 3) was gorgeous. Wish we'd found this place sooner!

Visited for a late-ish Sunday brunch at the recommendation of some local friends and loved it…read more Higher end jazz brunch--unique combo of an accordion (!) and guitarist as lovely background music. Nice cocktail menu (but we didn't partake...). Casual diner-ish seating around an old school bar with a cool take on breakfast classics. The biscuit with butter and hot honey is big (share it) and outstanding. Our awesome server recommended the burrito ... but we went with a classic breakfast plate (great bacon) and their unique take on chilaquiles ... delicious all around. Can tell a lot about a restaurant by how they handle a hiccup. One of our dishes came out cold, and they were quick to remake it with courtesy, professionalism, and an apology. Bravo. Five stars for service, food, and ambience. Highly recommend.

We picked this place on a whim since we've always seen it but never stopped by. It's good!…read more Bread/olive oil was great to start-- crunchy crust, fluffy center. We also got the gluten free pasta carbonara (great that they have so many gluten free options for pasta and pizza! major plus), pepperoni pizza (thin crust, very nice crunch), and a bolognese (also good, just a little salty). Also appreciated the customer service. I needed to heat up a bottle for my infant, and they went and got me a bowl of hot water. They also moved some chairs out of the way initially so that we could navigate the restaurant better, and were generally on top of service throughout the night. Really appreciated it!

Had a 7:15 PM reservation for Mother's Day, and my wife's birthday. Drove almost 2 hours to MIDA…read morefor special meal with my wife, son, and daughter-in-law. Immediately seated and waiter(didn't say is name) stated they were busy today and number of items unavailable - no pizza dough(no pizzas at all), no marinated olives, no grilled bread with mussels dish, no ciabatta toast with pesto dish. We ordered drinks, and one came quickly. had to ask another wait staff for remaining drinks 10 minutes later. Ordered appetizers, then placed main order. 15 minutes go by, and I see three dishes under heating lamp. Five minutes later those three dishes and another were brought to our table. My paccheri bolangnese was cold, and prepared with spacatelli pasta - waiter neglected to state out of all pastas but spacatelli. My wife's roasted chicken was very dry(too long under heating lamp?). My son ordered the spacatelli al pesto, but he was mistakenly given spacatelli bolognese. He prefers not to eat meat. We sent that back and ten minutes later he received his correct order. The restaurant was scheduled to close at 10 PM. I can only imagine service and choices given to people with later reservation. MIDA didn't deserve one star, but that option is not offered. you MIDAwant to chose another restaurant if you expect better!

Sadly they've closed this location From their site:…read more THE FEDERAL IS CLOSED We would like to thank all of our guests for their support over the last seven years. Unfortunately we have made the difficult decision to close the restaurant permanently. The current economy and ever increasing costs make it impossible to continue. We will continue operating our sister property, Stazione di Federal and will honor all outstanding gift cards there.

Casual Class. Tucked behind Not your average Joe's. Best to park in larger lot then walk between…read moreboth burger locations. Hosts were friendly but overkill for mid-week. Didn't see the need to have 3 ladies standing in one spot at 6pm mid-week, looking bored at best. Plenty of high top seating in the lounge or on bar side for 2-4 people. Great place for a quick bite, after work meet/up (or even a romantic dinner if you reserve the high table near the fireplace). Waitress was very nice and attentive. Great cocktail & wine selection. Crab stuffed shrimp and an entree is plenty for 1 person. Rib eye was phenomenal. Sauce wasn't needed. Crab cakes were just ok. I didn't understand the chip like flakes that were added on top. Small portions, but yet filling. I couldn't finish the large tiramisu which was also very good. The added morsels gave it a nice touch. Overall, good for locals, nearby employees or shoppers.

WE hired The Beer Mobile for my husband's 60th Birthday this past weekend. They were amazing! The…read morecrew arrived early to set up and was ready for the guests on arrival time. They offered a wonderful variety of beers and wines, as well as nonalcoholic drinks. The guys were great and very accommodating. Everyone loved the idea. We will definitely be using them again!

The Beer Mobile was the best! I live in the Boston area and contracted them to come to my…read moregraduation party - they were a big hit! They provided draft beer and cocktails for all my adult friends and family, and have virgin cocktails for my younger college friends who were still underage. I loved that I got the feeling of "going to a bar" right in my own backyard without the hassle of actually going out. A job very well done, Beer Mobile! I highly recommend these guys!

Varied small plates menu and a comfortable atmosphere made for a great dinner…read more.. --BIBB LETTUCE & FINGERLING SALAD: roasted cauliflower, red onion, spring peas, sweet drop peppers, green onion parmesan dressing --BRÓCOLINI A LA PARRILLA: This unique combination of flavors was our favorite with grilled broccolini, roasted garlic red pepper hummus, tahini chili sauce, toasted sesame seed, fried garlic. --GAMBAS AL AJILLO: sautéed shrimp, garlic, parsley, olive oil, red pepper flakes, sliced baguette --PECHO DE RES COCIDO: 5 hour braised beef brisket, bbq braise sauce, Yukon mashed, Aleppo crema. I had read this was outstanding, but we thought it was just okay. (Maybe because I make the best smoked brisket!) Often, tapas restaurant portions leave you hungry, but here they are more than ample.

Service was great- even though we sat outside, server was very attentive and would check on us at…read morethe right times. Food was good but a little light on seasoning, so all the flavors were fairly mild. Restaurant is chic without being uptight. Overall good experience.

A bewildering culinary experience. The portion sizes for these tapas are colossal. The beef skewers…read moreare massive, and the chicken empanadas might be a light lunch all on their own. But putting that aside, the hit-and-miss nature of each dish sucks the fun out of it. I would not recommend the beef skewers to anyone. While they looked gorgeous, they were downright chewy, with no tenderness or rendered fat to help me out. I almost always eat every bite of a meal, but I couldn't finish them. In contrast, the spinach had crispness, flavor, and raisins for real balance and a decent flavor profile. My spicy Solea (house) margarita was too strong, but worse, it was spicy as in hot, rather than spicy as in flavorful. It was like pepper was coating the back of my throat. On the other hand, the Basque cheesecake had great texture, on the outside and inside, and it was sweet and creamy. I found the service cheerful, and the space is great for large friend groups or for solo watching the World Cup. All in all, though, don't come here for the food.

Solea in Waltham is a tapas bar with a warmly decorated interior and a format built for sharing,…read moreand when the kitchen is on, it makes for a genuinely enjoyable night out. We walked into a space divided in a way that gives tables a sense of privacy despite the larger dining room, and the atmosphere was lively without becoming overwhelming. The tapas format rewards ordering widely. The ceviche is fresh and well balanced, with enough acidity to make it a strong opener for the table. The lamb meatballs and lamb chops deliver on the richness that lamb focused tapas should bring. The beef tenderloin is a reliable anchor for anyone who wants something more substantial, and the shrimp and calamari are both worth adding to a spread if you are building out a fuller table. The paella is massive and feeds more people than you might expect, with the chicken and chorizo version being the more reliable order for flavor consistency. Where the experience gets uneven is in the consistency across the menu. Some dishes land clearly while others fall short, and the kitchen does not always execute at the same level across a large tapas spread. The ceviche and lamb dishes worked well on our visit, but a few other plates did not quite match that standard. Service held up well, though it can stretch thin during busier stretches. Our server was attentive and helped guide us through the menu, but the pacing slowed a bit as the dining room filled. For a tapas dinner in the suburbs with a good selection and a comfortable setting, Solea is worth a visit when you go in knowing which dishes to prioritize.