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    4.0 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    NEW ORLEANS BBQ SHRIMP
    Diana F.

    Large restaurant with very unique and eclectic designs inside. Food was very good but know that the portions are small. The shrimp and grits were enjoyable (slightly salty for me) and the fusilli pasta was delicious. Service was good. We came during brunch but the items we wanted weren't available until dinner so we returned Sunday night. Check the hours because the servers told us they don't open every day.

    Cori F.

    We had a reservation which was a good thing as there was a line when they opened in the morning. Service was decent. The drinks were surprisingly strong. They have a lot of options for drinks. The food was decent. The chicken sliders were okay but nothing to write home about. The tater tots were the best thing on the menu for sure. It's quite dark and can be loud inside. It's good for a group with a reservation but I won't rush back.

    Located in Boston , Ma
    Yvette M.

    Was in Boston a few weeks ago for a conference and forgot to do a write up ! Owner Jose Santos has an amazing New Orleans inspired restaurant that serves Southern Cuisine . Not sure the of the part of the city it's in maybe Beacon Hill as I'm a New Yorker ! The restaurant was cozy in a lower space of a brownstone building . We ordered tapas and had everything (almost !) on the Tapas menu . They did have full entrees but we were full off the Tapas . There were 4 of us and there was plenty of food . The Louisiana Crawfish Arancini , cast iron baked Brie with homemade potato chips , broccoli , Cajun catfish bites ( which has the most amazing sauce !!), Tuna Tartare and the steak tips were amazing!! The table next to us had the Buttermilk fried chicken which I wanted but after all the tapas we were done ! Dessert was the Beignets that were delish !! I honestly don't remember what we drank because the food was so good ! I'd go back if I'm in Boston . Pack your patience looking for a park because it's like Brooklyn trying to find spots . You can use an app to find the nearest lot to pay and walk . Reservations preferred . I used Open Table .

    Inside bar area
    Brian W.

    Ah, if it were just the biscuits. That would be a five star review. But they need so much work in other areas. Just a few standouts in otherwise forgettable food, and the service was pretty pathetic. Seriously, we were eating dessert with all the plates from our meal STILL ON THE TABLE. No one ever bothered to take away a single plate, save the huge oyster platter. We arrived on a Saturday night at 6:00 without a reservation. They kindly told us that we could have a high top (bar seating) if we could be done by 7:30 for another reservation. No sweat, and good to have the heads up. The decor is interesting. Nice ceiling. We got some oysters and the biscuits. The oysters were just so-so, but maybe it was the variety? Not sure, as it was not stated. But those biscuits-wow! Fantastic, as I'm sure you've read. They come with a couple of different butters, but you don't really need them, and since the biscuits are "honey glazed" imo they don't really fit. My daughter got the chicken sliders, which she said were good. My wife had the clam and corn chowder. Just a couple of clams, and a little tough. She did the hush puppies tasted bitter, like the oil had not been changed in a while. Others shared the Viet-Cajun Popcorn Catfish, and the BBQ Shrimp. The catfish was cooked well, but not much on flavor. I could not really get what was the BBQ. It seemed more like a shrimp étouffée with grits. To me the flavor was too heavy with black pepper. We did try the beignets. Just okay. A little oily. The service - ugh. Our waiter we found out was one of the bartenders, and he would disappear for long stretches (and not behind the bar, although he seemed more interested in one customer vs the rest of the room). The other bartender saw us looking around and thankfully came over a few times, but we lacked basic service, like (as I've said) anyone clearing the table or checking on us. Maybe just go and try the biscuits.

    Carlan M.

    Made reservations but came here an hour early and was seated right away. Ordered sliders, mashed potatoes, fried chicken wings and beignets. For drinks I had a mocktail, early riser. For the three of us including tip it was 111. Beautiful decor. Weird placement of bathroom. Loved the oyster bar. The food was really really good and came out quick. Would come back. Please keep in mind that food is served tapas style so it's shareable for the table.

    low country scramble
    Haeun J.

    Buttermilk & Bourbon was such a fun brunch stop in Boston. We absolutely stuffed ourselves with their honey-glazed biscuits, which come with smoked cinnamon butter and a pimento cheese spread. The biscuits were warm, fluffy, and just sweet enough. Keep in mind that those spreads ARE dangerous!!!! THEY'RE SO GOOD. We also got the Low Country Scramble, which came loaded with andouille sausage, tater tots, pimento queso, and a green tomato relish. It was rich but in a really satisfying way... it's the kind of dish you keep going back to even when you're already full. Just imagine how my stomach felt after this meal. And of course, we ended with the fried beignets a la mode (with vanilla ice cream) -- a must, should you ask. It's a southern brunch spot! Definitely on the heavier side, but worth every bite.

    Old Fashioned Esque drink!
    Lauren S.

    Food was solid! All yummy ! Went out on a limb for the catfish, and was surprised by how much I liked it! This place has a cool ambiance, feels slightly hole-in-the-wall and eclectic, but still nice! Server was kind and helpful! Recommend! Go here!

    Fríes
    Gloria L.

    This review is only based on the food, the service was amazing! Super attentive and gave great suggestions. The fries were my favorite, the Cajun sauce was the perfect addition to the rosemary. The soup was very flavorful and good chunks of clam and potatoes. The fried chicken (got the boneless thighs and the sweet & spicy sauce) was okay. I felt like it could have had a better crunch and the sauce was just okay. The broccoli had a nice kick to it and you can definitely taste the char. The steak tips were well cooked, but the chimichurri was very lemony so it was hard to eat the mashed potatoes. Without the sauce, the mashed potatoes were great - very creamy and the onions added a good crunch. The wagyu sliders were yummy, I liked the sweet pickle on it.

    CHILI GRILLED BROCCOLI
    Janice H.

    I would give this place a 3.5. The decor inside was beautiful. We had a reservation, so we were seated quickly. We ordered the wagyu sliders, fried chicken sliders, side of chili grilled broccoli, a kids burger meal and a kids chicken tender meal. The kids meal comes with tater tots but we were able to substitute it for fries. The food was good - but nothing different. The kids burger meal came with a mini burger (normally with kids meal they come with two mini burgers), so we had to order another one. Service was ok. Nothing special about our experience or our food.

    Shoshana R.

    Headed to Boston for a BREZZY BOWL wkend! On Saturday we decided to do some exploring and ended up at Buttermilk and Bourbon around 4pm-ish. A quick search on the socials and BB is highly-rated as a must when visiting, so we decided what the heck. I'm not sure what the hype is because our dinning experience was not memorable. It was definitely a one and done visit for us... A very cute garden level spot with some whimsical yet comfy decor. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating, we elected for the coolness of the AC indoors. We were seated immediately and our server was Sophia, whom was pleasant. We started with some cocktails I opted for an Old Fashion and bestie went with the Upside Down Pineapple we ordered the signature warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. In addition we tried the Crispy Alligator Fries and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs. I also ordered the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels. The Alligator Fries were not impressive. The basic yellow American cheese slices on top were not appealing to me. The buttermilk Fried chicken thighs were crispy and fried nicely however they completely lacked any seasoning. Now the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels, were good on the second attempt. Unfortunately, I had to send the first order back because it contained pork sausage. The biggest standout was the warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. With this place suggested as one of the must try spots, the biscuits are not enough to make BB worth the price tag or the hype. Needless to say we were underwhelmed. Just A Note: There is an additional charge for any extra butters or sauces requested.

    2 FRIED CHICKEN SLIDERS
    Rovingaile P.

    I tried Buttermilk and Bourbon for the first time before Halloween. Here's my review on... Pictured dishes: - Fried Chicken Sliders: it was okay. The chicken was nicely fried and juicy, but I didn't like how the flavor of the slaw or sauce was too sweet. - Boneless Chicken Thighs: a bit under seasoned but good crisp and juiciness! - Swordfish: this was my favorite, but I couldn't find on the most recent menu as I write this post. Fish was tender, juicy, and well-seasoned, and the sauce and sautéed veggies underneath were a great pair. - Collard Greens: a bit of a smokey flavor and worth a try, although not currently on the online menu either. - Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits: a must get! Quite dense so can half each piece with another person. I loved both the smoked cinnamon butter and pimento cheese spread. Not pictured dishes: - Loaded Fries: not currently on the online menu but it was a dish with alligator tots and French fries. Tasted like a well-seasoned fried chicken popcorn and fries. - Fresh Fried Beignets: doughy on the inside and powdered on the outside, and we got the chocolate dip. Not bad but not comparable to the beignets I have tried from New Orleans!

    Catfish
    Magda C.

    Food is tasty but too salty, several of us confirmed. Service is good and the restaurant looks cute and has a nice vibe. Portions are ok a smaller size.

    Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits, Fried Chicken
    Jenny T.

    Food: Wow. Everything was delicious. The biscuits were so warm, my whipped ricotta with zucchini latkes were so good, and my friend's fried chicken was also delicious. The mocktails are also great, 11/10. Service: Food was very fast. Ambiance: Pretty cozy spot. I hosted a friend's gathering, it's a hidden gem in a fun spot in town.

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    Ask the Community - Buttermilk & Bourbon

    Is the outdoor dining in Watertown rainproof?

    No it's not rainproof. While there is a covering my at the top, 3 of the 4 sides (remaining side being that which adjoins the restaurant) of the outdoor seating area will be exposed to the elements.

    Are kids allowed in this restaurant?

    Yes, I saw some kids during one of my visits here before.

    Do they take reservations for Sunday brunch?

    They do!

    When are they opening their 2nd location at Allston?

    They're opening in Watertown at Arsenal Yards, which is next to Allston. According to @Arsenalyards instagram they haven't announced a specific date but they said it'll be opening 2021.

    Do they serve brunch menu on Saturdays?

    I got the "main menu" listed on their site when I went in for Saturday brunch (around 12:30 pm).

    Visiting in the summer from out of town. Can I wear shorts to dinner?

    Yes definitely, assuming they're not gym shorts. It's not overly fancy.

    How long is the wait with no reservations?

    We walked in right before 5 and were seated at bar area and then told If we want a table just ask!

    Kid Friendly and or Baby Friendly?

    I would say that this place is definitely not kid friendly. It has a very mature vibe.

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    I came here for breakfast during my stay at The Newbury. Service was quite slow as initially there…read morewas only one dedicated, friendly employee handling the seating, taking orders and busing the tables. My order of yogurt with fruit and granola was fresh, filling and a yummy beginning to my day. My coffee was equally enjoyed, and note that it's $13 for each small coffee pot. Refills are not complimentary. I loved my window table on this rainy morning, and the lovely, cozy ambiance of The Street Bar. It's easy to see why this is such a sought after bar each evening.

    We visited on January 11th, a few weeks prior to my wedding. This was a day I had planned for…read moremonths with my daughter and future stepdaughter, an important and meaningful occasion, and the experience fell significantly below expectations. In advance, I stopped into the hotel to confirm that a gluten-free guest could be accommodated and was assured this would be handled. In reality, the accommodation was inadequate and, at times, unacceptable. While the rest of us were served scones, my stepdaughter was given cut fruit in their place, and told that was all they had to accommodate.The dessert course consisted of what appeared to be basic gluten-free cookies, misrepresented as something more gourmet - egg nog cookies??? This lack of preparation was both disappointing, upsetting and avoidable. The broader experience was equally concerning. We were subjected to an unsolicited and uncomfortable "lesson" on tea service, which detracted from what should have been a relaxed and celebratory occasion. While trying to enjoy the time with the girls, being a lifelong tea drinker and someone who has been to many times at your establishment and its various incarnations, this is something I have never experienced. The food quality was poor (scones were clearly reheated and stuck to the cloth napkin they were wrapped in), and there were notable service lapses, including being served water in a visibly shattered glass. Additionally, when hot water was added to refresh the tea, my stepdaughter's pot curdled and had to be replaced. It was especially disappointing, as I mentioned that I had stopped in and spoken with the concierge, and was assured, as they had called the kitchen while I stood there that they readily accommodated gluten-free. There are numerous places in the city that could have done this, and if you had just told me that you could not do so, I would have booked us elsewhere. I chose not to raise the multiple issues in the moment so as not to disrupt what was meant to be a special day for the girls and me. However, the total cost exceeded $500, and the experience did not come close to justifying that price point! Do not recommend.

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    My friend hosted her birthday party here and it turned out to be a fun night. We had a reserved…read moretable for dinner, which I figured would be more intimate. But our table was in the main bar off to the side, so it was chaotic but fun. I do wish it was more private but it was still fun, just loud. Our waitress was really nice and did well with our large party. Their menu is mostly apps and smaller plates, so if you're looking more for a large meal this is not your spot. I got the nashville hot mozzarella sticks which were actually pretty good, I liked the tomato relish they put on top and the ranch was really good. Dive Bar Diva was my cocktail which was pretty good. My friends seemed to like their drinks and bar bites. After dinner we went upstairs to the club and got to skip the line (thankfully). The line for the club wraps around the building down the street most nights, so we got lucky. Dance floor is upstairs and it's pretty small, just one room. There were two DJs that night, and the music was really good. Bar was fun, they handed out free chicken tenders at one point and were squirting shots into peoples mouths out of gatorade bottles. It was awesome. Bathroom line upstairs for women was crazy, only one bathroom and it took a long line. I suggest going downstairs... but at least you'll see the famous cheetah print walls! I will say trying to get in contact with the reservation staff was difficult but finally they answered after days of my friends and I trying.

    Stopped in for a quick bite before a show across the street at The Wang Theatre. Super fun place…read morewith high energy and good vibes. The staff was all upbeat and friendly. All of our good was excellent. The Birria Tacos were great and super full of meat. The Chopped Cheese Empanadas were very good and something different. The Smashburger was delicious. If you're looking for a fun spot in Boston make sure you stop in.

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