I sit at the bar and the woman bartenders could not be any cooler! They are amazing- I'll keep going back every time to have the best service and the best experience- you guys ROCK! read more

Mice in the dining room. We went for dinner on 2/5/24 and observed mice running under tables while people were eating in the dinning room. We informed the manager who told us sometimes they sneak in. read more

I'm a regular. Met some special girlfriends for lunch. Delicious! Loved the lunch menu. I'm usually there for dinner. Toni was our server. She is amazing,attentive and quite personable! I've had her many times when we come here and she's always the best. read more

Having grown up in Burlington and visited the Escadrille many times, I was shocked to see it only has "3 Stars" here on Yelp. I thought maybe my experience this Monday, was an aberration. Apparently not. It was their first day in operation, since the Coronavirus pandemic began. I would have thought they'd put a little extra effort, into winning back customers. I was mistaken. The service was questionable, at best. The staff less than professional and the food, disappointing. They served rolls that must have been frozen since the pandemic began. The Lobster in my Seafood Fra Diavolo, was inedible. Inexplicably, the Linguine was broken up into tiny pieces, like it was prepared for a soup. Perhaps they found a pre-covid bag of dried pasta and smashed it on the floor, before cooking it? Very odd. My entire entree had a bit of a "crust" on it, like it had been left under a heating lamp, too long. There were only 5 occupied tables in the place, when I was there. They should have been able to do much better. The side Caesar salad I ordered, consisted of almost an entire single leaf of Romaine, with a nondescript dressing and commercial croutons. As another reviewer noted, the entire experience was very "99ish" ... yuck! read more

Food was good service wasn't good . Got the wrong drinks and my meal was wrong . I loved this place years ago . Just not the same

We went to Escadrille for our Anniversary today and had a great experience. Food was delicious and the staff was exemplary. We got stuffed mushrooms, Chicken sandwich with Apricot jelly and oven baked shrimps. For desert we got chocolate grazed brownie with vanilla ice cream which was great as well. We recommend this to all for a special occasion read more

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My wife and I had such a great experience. This was our first visit at Cafe Escadrille. The atmosphere was right. Plenty of parking outside. Our waiter was very kind. Thanks to him we had an amazing dinner. He proposed to us the Tomahawk special. It included rib eye from the bone and two lobster tails. For desert he recommend us the eclair filled with ice cream. I have never experienced that in the last. The restaurant also had a life music. But it wasn't loud at all. It was low jazzy, very classic. Thank you. Daniel K read more

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Terrible customer service management are unempathetic and nasty on the phone. Charged for cancelled reservations that were stated to be one time dismissed by manager Brittany for a 40th Anniversay due to a stomach bug. My husband was lectured on the phone about cancelling and everyone uses excuses. Three days later General Manager Brittany calls and states we were charged for a Anniversay cake we ordered on Wednesday and when are we picking it up. I explained to the General manager Brittany everything was cancelled 11am on Friday morning for Saturday afternoon and Samantha told us this one time only she would waive our fees. Brittany insisted no pick up cake its been charged to credit card. I told her I am not paying for anything that was cancelled more 24 hours prior to our reservations. I want to say here is that I've had many meals here at The Escadrille and the staff is wonderfull, special occasions and the food is very good and Several special occasions and have used Jessica most recent no issues. I am very saddened by this event it was suppose to be a joyous event that my husband and I wanted to return in a few weeks to celebrate not only our 40th Aniversary but his completetion of Radiation Treatment with our family. Instead ,I need to take on the task of fighting with my bank for $350 of unauthorized charges from Brittany. Donna M read more

The taste of the food was good. A-/B+ This is what saved our experience. However, we did have the slowest service I've ever experienced in my life. So unfortunate. Half hour waits between courses and a server who was absent most of the night. The look and vibe of the restaurant are extremely dated too. Certainly willing to overlook this but when you wait two hours for your meal to come out, it kinda ruins it. Definitely a much older crowd. Surprising since the prices were high given the value. I don't mind spending money on a solid experience, but this place was average at best. read more

Fabulous experience! From start to finish the whole dinner was amazing ! Instantly waited on and basket of rolls, whipped butter and sesame crackers delivered to the table, water glasses filled and drink orders taken. We started with calamari followed by the special of cream of wild mushroom soup and both were delicious. The salads came out perfectly spaced and then our entrees which ranged from chicken piccata, veal Catherine, seafood Alfredo and the Steak special - conversation stopped while we enjoyed the abundance of delightful and delicious flavors from our plates. Words cannot truly express just how impressed we all were with each and every bite and how thrilled we were with our waitress Lindsay who was a true delight. Was it expensive? Yes, but it was worth every penny and I will definitely be back - absolute 5 stars read more

A high three stars for The 'Drille. It has the pretense of being a fine-dining/upscale-fancy venue. But unfortunately, it was rather "99-ish" in many ways and did not live up to my expectations. The service was fine with no mess-ups, but the waitress was "99-ish" -friendly but just not upscale whatsoever. Secondly, the "bread service" was also "99-ish" -just regular store-bought breads and crackers. Included were the heels and butter was foil pats and was refrigerated and thusly unspreadable. I do expect an allegedly fancy joint like this to go the extra mile and make some basic yuppified honey or rosemary butters or something served in an attractive dish or something. No-go here, bro. Moey and I got apps. I got oysters which were fine, oyster-wise, but quite sloppily presented and sans separate horsey sauce and some were not separated fully from their shells and all was hodge-podge on the platter (See PIC). Instead of Tabasco the waitress delivered an old-looking bottle of Cholula Sauce with crusty detritus on it making it "99-ish." Moey's Lobster Cocktail sported a janky presentation and the "garnish" was a bed of totally yellow iceberg lettuce and a cup of cocktail sauce with sauce "schmutz" dribbling on the sides of the cup rendering it "99-ish" (See PIC). The salads were "99-ish" too (See PIC). Now for the entrée. We decided on the Chateaubriand For Two (for 92 bucks) which was described as a tenderloin surrounded by a decorative ring of finely roasted veggies with roasted something-or-other potatoes, yada yada. However, instead appeared two separate ordinary dinner plates each with three small meat medallions and veggies and stuff and a 'shroom and stuff. It was attractive and was well made and good quality but not at all what was described (See PIC). We mentioned to the waitress that we expected a tenderloin on a platter surround by veggies, yada yada. She said something like, "...they did that in the gourmet menu but they don't do the gourmet anymore" or something like that. Mind you we were dining in the "gourmet" section of the restaurant. Whetevs. We ate it and it was pretty "yum-O" but kinda a let down in terms of being a banquet-like festivus item that we expected from the menu description. I have to say that the béarnaise sauce was hardly freshly made and I'm sure outta the fridge and was thick AF and the gravy-boat server was cold to the touch. The final "99-ish" thing was that the menus were in leather-type books which was nice but they were rather beat-on as the paper menus inside were puckered and stained from wet stuff and handling. In conclusion, I would say pass on this venue and go somewhere better for the same money. BTW, Moey's teeny Coke was $3.50 -yikes! I am "99-ish" percent sure I would not return here for these reasons I described. The food is OK here but it's not at all the classy place that it's presented as being. Sorry, YELPers! read more

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Can't wait for bar seating to happen again, I miss going there late nights after work and being able to get a great meal (they serveD a decent menu and sushi until midnight- 10/11 during covid) I usually always start with an order or 2 of the lamb lollypops; they're my weakness. Lobster roll is pretty tasty, best Caesar salads around, and fresh sushi handmade at the corner of the bar! read more

I just returned from lunch with friends and I felt obligated to write this review. Five of us went to lunch, four of us ordered the daily special of sole and shrimp in a lemon caper sauce with spinich. Of the four specials that came out three of them were cold. Not warm, cold. The server took the three dishes back and replaced them with new dishes. I had a bite but didn't eat it. The experience of the cold fish ruined it for me. Two of my other friends ate partial amounts of their meal but said they really didn't enjoy it. When the server came back she asked us if we wanted boxes as there was so much food on all plates. We all said no. I told her I did not like my meal and two friends expressed dissapointment in theirs. The manager of the restraunt came over and we told him how we did not like the meals. Instead of taking any meals off the bill they decided to comp us for dessert. I don't eat dessert. I don't want dessert. I want lunch!! So I left the Escadrille paying $51 dollars for a roll, a few calamairi (appetizer) and a glass of water. I can understand not comping 4 meals but come on, you could not comp two of them? I am not sure if I will be back. So disappointed and hungry! read more

Cafe Escadrille you have lost an entire family We will not be dining with you ever again and we have been loyal to you for many years the rudeness that the manager and servers showed to my family is disgraceful shame on you!! read more

My wife had a mercy meal here when her father died. The room was nice and well laid out. The food was good and the service was attentive, but, the staff was taking the food out and we still had the room for another hour. We had people arriving as they're taking the food away. I know others who have had a similar experience. We've had decent meals at this restaurant, but, I wouldn't do a private event here again. read more

We recently had a family birthday celebration in the Boston Room. From the very beginning, the event manager Tanya Forgitano was amazingly customer friendly, knowledgeable, flexible, and sensitive to all our needs. Her advice helped us organize the event without a hitch and with no stress whatever. Our dinner was served by incredibly attentive staff who went out of their way to make us satisfied and happy. The quality of the food was astounding. Overall, we could not have wished for a better experience. In fact, our family now desires to make this event a yearly occurrence. Great work, Escadrille!! If there is a grade above 10, you earned it!! read more

During our first, and only, visit you'll probably get decent service for slightly over priced food if you're older...if you're around 30ish or younger; they'll get to you, when then they get to you. We've lived in the Burlington area for several months now and my wife passes this restaurant on her daily commute, so she has been wanting to try it for a little while. It was my wife's birthday this past weekend, so we made some reservations. Should also note that she was excited to enjoy the holiday decorations (early December). We get greeted with an eye roll of the hostesses, since we walked in as one was in the middle of a conversation and the other was walking away from the front desk. Literally just our presence annoyed them, seeing as we just stood there and had not even spoken a word at that point. We mention we're here for our reservation and get walked into a completely vacant side conference/ball room. Rather devoid of decorations, compared to the rest of the restaurant, not worth complaining about though (nor worth complicating their seating assignments, if you're a former server). Service wasn't horrible, until we quickly realized how all of the other tables were getting treated (much, much more enthusiastic and engaging with the older tables). That being said, service wasn't great anyways. Drinks were regularly empty, and glasses were always handled from the top (which I was always taught never to touch, cause ya know that's where your customers are drinking from). Food was mehhh, slightly overpriced. Pretty certain the mashed potatoes were instant potatoes. As we're finishing up, the waitress asks if we're interested in dessert and we decline. Then she goes, "well I heard it was someone's birthday, we're not going to get some birthday dessert?"...rather than the standard mini dessert they give out at any other restaurant, she just uses it against us to up sell us on some dessert. So as we're walking out, past all the decorations we were hoping to enjoy, the hostess wishes the couple in front of us a good rest of the evening. Apparently we're going good at our ninja skills cause I don't think they noticed us read more

If this is considered 'fine dining' then group it with Olive Garden, please. This much beloved restaurant, recommended and cherished by Burlington locals is nothing special. Let's not discuss the food. read more

Took my two sisters last Saturday for their birthdays (two weeks apart). Two 3lb lobsters and two filet mignons collectively. The meals were AMAZING from appetizers, salads, entrees through dessert. Tim, our waiter was friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and funny, a true asset to the restaurant. All in all it was a great experience. Thank you Tim and Cafe Escadrille. read more

This has been my favorite restaurant in Burlington since the mid 90's when I first started going there. Both the food and service is consistently outstanding! I went last Thursday with a friend and had the best sea scallops that was just out of this world! Also, a big thank you to the waitress, Patti who was so pleasant and attentive! I told her how I'm always promoting the restaurant at my job in hospitality because its the best and every guest at my hotel comes back thanking me for the awesome recommendation. I wanted her to know how much we all appreciate them. She came back with a free dessert for us telling me that she asked the Manager if she could offer it to me for sending so many people their way! Wow! Thank you to Patti and the Manager! I will definitely be back soon! Many Thanks to the best restaurant and best service in town! Christina read more

High quality food for an older crowd. Walking in the door teleports you back in time 40 years. The service is good, the staff are friendly and the food quality is always consistently pretty high. For me the recent sushi additions to the menu feel more out of place than anything else. This is a good option for large family ceremonies, company events and conservative parents/grandparents. They renovated a few years ago and added a large number of function rooms. I just wish they had gone with more modern decor. To me it looked even older after their multi-million dollar renovation. They have a lot more competition now with Capital Grille and L'Andana, close by, but Escadrille is still a much loved institution for me with many a fond memory. read more

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No one does it as well as the Cafe Escadrille. The perfect Pair!! It is amazing, steak and shrimp. Always a favorite. The service can not be beat!! I have been going for 40 years and always have been thrilled with the food and service. read more

Don't bother. There are so many restaurants in Burlington that are way better than this. Went there for my dad's birthday (party of 7). The ambiance is ok...it's nice, but dated and probably more tailored for an older crowd. On to the food...The clam chowder and french onion soups were good, based on feedback from my party. They had recently added sushi to their menu, and I have to say hard pass on that. I tried some of my dad's, and It just wasn't good. If you want sushi, go to a proper restaurant. I ordered the prime rib, and it was tough and flavorless. Side dishes were completely forgettable. This was supposed to be the epitome of fine dining in Burlington, but there isn't anything special about it. The newer restaurants in 3rd Ave, District or Wayside are all better than this by far. read more

I have been a fan for a long time but still shocked about last night's experience. Dinner with colleagues, everything amazing and then a bug appears in my salad. The server was apologetic and then the manager came out just as our entrees were served to apologize. However, I was shocked that no one offered to replace my salad and not a penny was taken off our substantial bill. It seemed odd for such a nice place to not even offer my a complimentary coffee. I did not complain or make a stink as I don't think that is necessary for a customer to do. read more

I've been here a dozen of times & tonight has been the worst! Our service was subpar (if that) and the manger was just as bad as the waitress! As we get our entrees, the waitress hands my mom the mashed potato's (instead of putting it down on the table herself) and never says anything like 'watch out the plate is hot' so my mom inadvertently ends up burning her hands on the hot plate! I went up to talk to the manager instead of sending him to the table because that just gives me anxiety when everyone stares to see what's going on. Any-who I just wanted to explain about the slight burn and just about the service In general. After our conversation he immediately walked over to our waitress and they were now staring at us while talking! A good manager would of just waited until after we had left to talk to the waitress! The manager awkwardly ends up bringing over a cup of coffee and our to go bag and never once apologized or extended his condolences on the whole situation! Just a huge disappointment all around! I work in a restaurant myself and in no way want anything for free or anything like that but for a place that's considered 'fine dining' there wasn't a lot of exceptional service to be all from any aspects of the restaurant read more

I live in Cambridge & met an out of town friend staying in Woburn on business. I was very impressed! Our server Holly couldn't have been nicer or more professional. I had veal Marsala. Delicious! Food was excellent quality & reasonable prices. I will definitely go back & would highly recommend for anyone in the suburbs looking for a quality dining experience. read more

WONDERFUL. We go there annually for our wedding anniversary in memory of my dad who passed shortly after the wedding. Food is outstanding and even if you to 100x and get 100x servers you'll never get a bad one. They're all fantastic! read more

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Had dinner with my parents. The filet was cooked perfectly as was the service. The atmosphere at the bar was also very lively. Drinks were spot on and the bartender was very knowledgeable and friendly. Prices were a reasonable for an upscale restaurant. Definitely going to be back Cheers read more

Food and drinks are way overpriced. I got the mahi mahi special, it had 2 shrimp on it. came with a side salad and I got veggies instead of a starch. Service was meh. It's lovely inside though, Drinks were weak and watered down, I mean $14! good atmosphere. I may return just to try the sushi. read more

I can not say enough about the customer service and accommodations. I had a large surprise party planned, and the day before we had to reschedule due to a medical emergency. The staff made this transition and rescheduling smooth and seamless. Thank you for being a wonderful establishment. John S read more

Omg the best prime rib I have had. The service was great. We sat at the bar and they were friendly and great. Caesar Salad fantastic. Creme Boulet (sp) was as alway fantastic. My wife and I have eaten here for our anniversary for the last 10 years and every time it has been a 10. Oh we celebrate our 44 th anniversary Thank you to all of the staff for making our evening special read more

I'm surprised to see this place only has 3 stars as I felt like a king eating all this food. Everything was so succulent and savory words can't even describe. I cannot wait to come back here and try more things. read more

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We've frequented this restaurant and are always surprised by the level of service by the staff, quality of the cuisine and pleasant atmosphere. Our waiter Susan was exceptional and an expert at what we needed. A Burlington treasure for sure! read more

Hit this spot up on a random Thursday night for dinner. Yes they social distance, yes the food is good, yes we are living in hell right now, but for a few hours it felt like life was normal and there was no virus destroying my 50th year on this earth. That said, the food was fantastic, the drinks were great and our server, a female couldn't have been nicer. We had apps, dinner, entree's and a desert or two and a million drinks. 3 guys, very full with tip $400 how did that happen? I don't know, but I would do it all over again, because again, it felt like life was normal and I want this to be two thousand twenty fun... Cheers read more

First trip in since the covid era. Still decent but no longer a 5* for me. Starting to feel a bit dated. Time to freshen up the menu I think. I'll be back again but longer between visits I think. read more

After many years and a good remembrance, I finally made it back to the Cafe Escadrille. So disappointed. The side Ceasar salad was not "our famous". I could make better at home! The warm rolls were only so so and the dish I ordered Lobster stew was terrible. The broth was okay, but something was truly off with the lobster meat (the side rice is not worth writing about ugh). The waitress was wonderful. read more

The only place I know in the area that has French service (tableside preparation) for certain selections. Make sure to make reservations for the Gourmet Room.That itself makes it worth going. This is a very traditionally-decored restaurant with the mahogany and floral theme. It almost reminds me of a restaurant club. The food is primarliy traditional American and French - Chateaubriand, Veal Oscar, Steak Dianne, Duck a l'Orange etc.. Very expensive at $30+ per entree but worth it. Table service is professional and courteous, though over the years service at the bar and Greenhouse Cafe section has become more casual. Oh right...if you don't care for the fancy shmancy service and high prices, then sit in the Cafe as some items from the Gourmet Room menu are available but are not prepared tableside. Plus the cafe has items not available in the Gourmet Room. Oh, and there Late Night menu is convenient as it is available until midnight. YES, for Burlington midnight IS late night!! read more

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Management please note: First time here. Restaurant week aka Dine Out Boston did not impress as it should for a first time visit. Isn't that the purpose of Restaurant Week? Service was way to casual and spotty for a restaurant of this supposed caliber. Fine dining? If so then training sorely needed. Portions were not the issue, quality was. Mashed potatoes were not good. Creme Brûlée was like lumpy sweet scrambled eggs, yuck. Mains were Filet Mignon which was A OK. Veal Saltimbocca, Escadrille should try it at Strega up the highway for how it should be prepared. Alas, could just be Restaurant Week food and service but I doubt it. read more

Ive always enjoyed meeting friends here for either drinks /apps or dinner. In the evening the ambiance is lovely. I especially like being seated on the patio. Drinks have always been good, but recently the food not so much. It was just ok.... Nothing special & basically bleh.... I'm wondering if something has changed? read more

Brought my family, a group of 13, here for my moms 60th birthday. Thier policy is to hold a credit card and if you cancel a $100 charge is charged to the card. If you bring in a cake, they charge $3 per person to have the cake... smh. When speaking with the manager, he said " we are in the business to sell food, what do you do for a living" Extremely RUDE and arrogant!!! The fanciest restaurant in Boston doesnt even do this... we'll never return here! read more