For a place that is well known for the quality of their food, we left disappointed. The Dorchester brunch "sandwich" fell apart with the first bite. The Huevos Rancheros was average at best. They Only have one hot sauce. The service was still excellent however. read more

The food was delicious! We had the calamari, crab rangoons, steak frites and duck confit grilled cheese. There were so many different tastes that were amazing. The drinks were also good! The service was very timely and friendly, and we loved the atmosphere (especially now that Halloween is approaching). We would definitely recommend DBar!! read more

Every time we go to dbar, my wife calls is convinced we've somehow taken a tunnel into the South End. I won't delve into the great food or the surprising atmosphere, it's been well stated in the other reviews. What I like about the place is that it hasn't made up it's mind about what it is. I think because it doesn't care. Go for an early dinner on a Friday or Saturday night and enjoy the transformation as it goes from a hipster restaurant to mostly gay dance club. Priceless and until recently foreign in this neck of the woods. read more

Brunch? Yes. Can I please have an espresso martini? Oh, wait, is that a kind of lychee mimosa--that looks good too. How about some big fat slices of bacon cooked to crispy, not-too-greasy, perfection? Hell yeah. We came here for a leisurely girls brunch awhile ago, and I was pretty happy. The service was VERY attentive, and luckily we weren't in a rush; more importantly, we weren't rushed out. The biscuits and gravy were cold when they first came out, and a new place returned steaming hot; however, they got cold quickly, so my recommendation is to share them and eat 'em up! I also had the bacon bacon bacon and the French Toast with strawberries & blueberries, both of which were scrumptious. read more

Let's talk about the most important aspect of brunch: dbar has 5 bloody options. Their options were't super out-of-the-ordinary, but exciting eneough. Fiance had the Bloody Dijon, made with whole grain mustard. I went with the Black & Blue Bloody, packed with blue cheese and black pepper. Both were great, albeit a bit small and heavy on the ice. For solids, we had the Dorchester Brunch Grinder and Salmon Eggs Benedict. My fiance usually doubts hollandaise, but the sauce here turned him into a believer. It was a super delicious brunch, enjoyed with friends who will be moving to LA this summer. The music was pumpin' and the lights were dim, so if you're needing a way to start your day fresh adn forget last night's decisions, this may be more of a reminder and less of a renewal. The meal hit the wallet a bit harder than we'd wanted but we'd go back for drinks and maybe a shared grinder. I should also add that I had a second drink, the Srirachacha. I'm a sucker for spicy cocktails, and this didn't disappoint! read more

I came in last week for show tunes night on Tuesday. I thought it started at ten but it was actually at nine so that was a nice surprise. My friend and I sat at the bar with Finn who was really fun and helpful with deciding on our food. I started with the blue and greens (?) salad which was greens, blue cheese, pear and some other situations. It was a fantastic and flavorful starter with beautiful presentation. My friend and I then shared goat cheese figs with prosciutto which of course were to die for, as well as the tuna tartar - delish. Drinks were fantastic and fun. Very summery. Show tunes night on Tuesdays. Yes. There is a VJ playing videos on the big screen and TVs of live stage recordings, music videos, film adaptations, etc of show tunes. It is so much fun and was loud enough for my friend and I to sing along the whole time. After Finn moved to the other side of the bar we had Anthony who never let our drinks run out and wasn't afraid to sign along a bit with us. We had a great time and will be back for more great drinks and fantastic food read more

#6 of 52 of "52 new in 2014" series. Great bar, okay food. My gnocchi was pretty good. Nice sauce, I like how it was pan seared. My friend's was burned though. Another friend got Mac and cheese for $23 and was disappointed in how small the plate was. The place was packed. It's in a weird spot in Dorchester. Go for a beer or cocktail. read more

I'm hesitant to write too many 5 star reviews, but my 2nd (or maybe it was 3rd) visit to dbar showed that the place puts out consistently great, thoughtfully unique meals, delicious fun cocktails, and absolutely stellar service. I've only eaten outside on the patio, and only for dinner. I can't say anything about the atmosphere inside, and I look forward to when I can leave a review about their brunch. dbar is now a close enough neighborhood local spot for me, and I've been so impressed each time I've been. oh - and gotta love a place that has a few parking lot spots! read more

Decided to go here for a double date. Our expectations weren't very high, but it looked nice enough. But to our pleasant surprise, this place was extremely tasty. The drinks and food was delicious. We could still have a fun conversation between the four of us, even with music playing loudly. But a very nice surprise, definitely worth visiting again. read more

Tonight was my fourth time eating @ D'Bar and just as the prior three times my meal was Excellent. I think (know!) it is the best consistent quality you will find in Dorchester. I've been told the chef/owner has a fine dining background and it shows in the quality and flavor of the food served at D'Bar. Beet Salad w goat cheese was fresh, light and satisfying. The Scallops were seared perfectly and they were very accommodating by switching out a starch for a veg for me. They have extra side dish veggies, which is always nice to see on a menu and I highly recommend the seven-layer winter root gratin. Keep in mind you are going to a Restaurant/Bar if you're expecting top-notch service you will not be happy. I've never had bad service although a couple of times the dining room server was "very green" but I can't say I was unhappy. I suppose (?) I can understand why some reviewers could get miffed, as the servers are not professional but casual. The food is five stars but the service can be 2-3 stars. I don't think that can change because the atmosphere of the establishment is very casual, remember it's a bar that serves excellent food =Dbar, if the name isn't telling then I don't know what is!. On my latest visit, I sat at the bar (something I'll rarely do) when one does, it's very difficult to have bad service because to me it's synonymous with casual service. I'm a real stickler for great service, which is why I chose to sit at the bar. The bartender has his service skills down very well; I was greeted in a friendly manner, offered bread, never had more than a 1/2 empty glass of water and used silverware was swapped out for clean. I couldn't have asked for more. I can't tell you how many times I eat out and those three things bread, water and silverware are not something a server pays attention to, and I'm sure many of you have the same observations. The bartender could easily work as a server in a fine dining restaurant. Cheers' read more

The brunch menu was good. I went back and forth between a few items- but ended up going with huevos rancheros... not worth $13 by any means. Nor were they the huevos rancheros I was expecting. My husband got the grinder which was massive, with a salad, and home fries. I'm not sure why the huevos were so weak where the grinder was full force. Also, our server wasn't very attentive at all, so minus another star. The back patio was nice and we'll definitely give it another try- read more

Formerly an Irish-style pub,dBar can get rowdy later in the evening - especially on Tuesdays when they host "Show Tune Tuesdays" or the weekends, so for that reason I suggest going on Sunday's, Monday's and Wednesday's when its easy to get a table and you won't be shouting over DJs or show tunes. The menu, created by Executive Chef, Chris Coombs, is typically American but inspired by French cooking. Its approachable without being boring, meaning that both picky eaters and those looking for something different can sit at the same table and find something they like. When we sat down for dinner we started with lobster bisque for $8.00 and the beet trio salad with goat cheese croquette (mmm), candied hazelnuts, and croutons for $11.00. For dinner we ordered two of the restaurant's most popular plates, the crispy organic chicken breast served with mashed potato, steamed broccoli in a delicious oyster mushroom-madeira jus for $18.00 and the sirloin burger, frites and salad for $12.50. The chicken and burger were both cooked to perfection. The portions ran large, making us leave with a slight food coma. dBar does Dorchester proud and is worth trying. In the summer, many of the vegetables and herbs on the plates served are grown fresh atop the roof of dBar. The restaurant is open 7-days a week and has a full bar. read more

My last review was for brunch, this review is for dinner. Great food, moderately priced. The tuna ceviche was very fresh and super yummy with the house made taro chips! I had the cod entry; a simple fish. However, it was cooked absolutely to perfection, and served with a delicate citrus butter sauce. I loved it. The cocktail selection is wonderful with house-made juices and infusions. The service was fine...no complaints. Fellow diners of mine had the burger and the farfalle dish...they loved it all. The only reason for the -1 star is that I thought the music was a bit too loud...but maybe I'm just getting old! :] read more

Driving past you would never guess that there was such a cute interior and amazing food and drink inside. The bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly. The food is amazing. I had one of the best brunch meals of my life in here. Also the patrons are some of the most friendly I have ever met. I am usually sitting at the bar waiting for my friend and I am always friends with the people next to me by the time she arrives. Outside you feel like you are in Dorchester, but inside you would swear you are in the south end. read more

Sunday night dinner here. 1. Atmosphere. Warm and inviting. Dark wood low lit--sort of needed the candles to see the menu in the corner we sat in. 2. Service. Excellent. AJ was our server. The best part of our visit. Attentive and accommodating. Friendly, but not overly friendly. Nearly perfect. 3. Food. 3 in our party. We had the bolognese, the chicken under a brick and the Mac n' cheese. Bolognese was pretty mediocre. Too creamy, no richness. My friend gets this dish whenever it's on the menu and loves a good one. She did not love this one. Mac n' cheese had good texture and flavor, served very hot. A touch too much onion for my taste. Chicken under a brick. Fine. Cooked well, but the sauce was sort of indistinguishable and the mashed potatoes were sort of everywhere. I might order it again, but not a must. Appetizers. Great salad with blue cheese and apple. Get it. We special ordered the potato croquettes (offered as a side with another item). They were good. We collectively wished they were cheesier and slightly less fried. It was pretty spendy, but we each had two drinks so we have no one to blame but ourselves. Overall this was a 3. I expect it will settle into that rating and remain there read more

I have been to DBar many times. My favorite item on the menu is the Chicken Under a Brick. It is SO good! I have also had their scallops, steak dish, Bolognese,burger and almost everything else on the menu. It's all very good good. The location has a great back-outdoor space in the summer. The ambiance is fun, the service is friendly and the food is amazing. Brunch is also very good. read more

I love this restaurant! It is often difficult to find really good food in Dorchester, but this place certainly exceeds my expectations. Everyone I have ever taken there loves everything they've had, from appetizers to dinner to drinks and dessert - the creme brulee is to die for! All of the cocktails are excellent; I recommend the salt and pepper margarita, which was amazing! Note: my brother is a vegan. and when we went, they whipped something up just for him., which my brother loved so much he ordered more instead of dessert, This place is the best! read more

I am so late with this review but I just came across my pictures of the food and drink I had here and that is why I am doing my review. March 22, 2012 - It was my first time here and I had no idea what to expect. It was a nice night for March (first actual Spring we've had in about 20 years) so I opted to sit outside. I should have done this review sooner because now I can not remember the name of my drink but it was tasty. I think it was the special, I would order it again if I could. Now the food. I had the Calamari for the appetizer and I ate everything on that plate. I don't normally eat the mini octupus anywhere else but theirs was so good, I wanted more of the mini pusses. I couldn't believe it. Just thinking about, I know I have to make a visit real soon. For an entree I had the Scallops and Riscotto (I think). It was delicious too but I could not stop talking about that Calamari. Next time, I'll have that with a salad for my dinner. If you haven't been, Go... If you love good food and a cool atmosphere, you will enjoy D Bar. read more

dbar - My pan seared Scallops with Riscotto. It was creamy and the aparagus add a little crunch to it. Would order again! - Dance Clubs Near Me - Dorchester, Massachusetts

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Used to come here often. Chicken under a brick was a staple in my diet. Returned after a long hiatus and the magic is gone. Started with the soup of the day, which was a butternut squash with apple and honey. Was pretty good, plated well, but cold. Took a lot away to start things that way. Continued with the taco app, which was also cold. The accoutrements were bland. I had the mushroom risotto special. It was good, and Ud order it again. My wife had the aforementioned chicken. She's says, "it's just not what it used to be." And the sides were cold. Only four tables occupied on a Sunday so at least we didn't have to wait for the mediocrity. Not worth venturing back until a Yelp review blows me away. read more

Pleasantly surprised are definitely the words to describe my experience here. Service was excellent and the food was outstanding. I give credit where it is due, and D'Bar sets a high standard. The ambience was dim and a modern look inside. Nonetheless it was a good experience. I will return for the food and service, not for the overly gay pride crowd Sincerely, Mr. I know Food read more

Went there for the first time the other evening and was blown away, excellent food, excellent service. I got the brick chicken and it was delicious. My bf got the burger and said it was great. Sat outside - very nice. U forget ur actually on dot ave near a busy intersection! read more

I've been a regular there since moving to Jones Hill last year, so I've got some dbar hours under my belt. Great food. Definitely gay and loving it. Very friendly staff. I do agree with the prior comment that this place is all about the gay boys. I'm not sure women are not invited but being a gay boy I don't know that I would pick up on that vibe if it were present. Best bets off the menu: Hanger steak, Tenderloin Tacos, and Pom Martinis. My only gripe is the long wait for entrees. Appetizers and drinks come pretty fast, but more often than not I am waiting for the main course. I would tend to blame the kitchen because when the food does arrive it's hot, so it's not likely they were sitting around waiting to be picked up. Maybe a second small gripe is that the servers do tend to cluster for long periods of time. I have felt ignored at times but that's pretty rare. read more

Wow! What a pleasant surprise. After a big storm the night before, we only ended up here because their parking lot was plowed. I had heard from friends that it was the preferred bar of the town drunks and not worth my while, but they couldn't have been more incorrect. Their drink menu was very creative with a variety of bloody marys, mimosas and martninis (rasberry lime rickey...yum!). Their brunch menu was a step up from your traditional pancakes and omelets. Sure, they have omelets, but take it the next level with duck confit and gruyere. I was originally going to get an eggs benedict, but really wanted a breakfast sandwith. The server was more than accommodating and had the kitchen put it together with a side of hashbrowns. My boyfriend ordered the oyster mushroom omelet and said it was one of the best omelets he'd had in quite some time. Our server was very helpful and nice. I can't wait to go back for dinner! read more

I was really excited to try dbar, as it's always hopping and I'm anxious to try anything nice in Dorchester. I must say that overall, the food was wonderful. The cocktails were strong, the crab appetizer innovative and delicious, the truffle mac and cheese was special, and the brownie chocolate cake was heavenly. That being said, the service was atrocious. It took us over TWO HOURS to complete our meal, and not by choice. We waited over an hour to receive our main courses. They forgot to give us bread, and at the end of the meal when there were only around four tables left, the staff was talking to each other at the bar while we were waiting and waiting and waiting to get our desserts. It was ridiculous. Then we were double charged on an item, and when I pointed it out, the server seemed annoyed that he had to change the receipt. Were the servers cute and the atmosphere great? Yes, but you must be prepared to put up with inattentive service and the possibility that you will not be treated as a respected customer if you want the opportunity to try their delicious food. read more

I've lived in Dorchester all my life, but never ventured into this gem until I moved :( dbar really is a hidden gym, overshadowed by a giant billboard and a popular dunkin donuts. I wasn't convinced about trying it out until I heard it mentioned on phantom gourmet. Came here with no reservation on a thursday night to meet a friend. I was early and the bar was crowded. Some standing around proved it worthwhile when it scored me a seat. I was about half an hour early so I got myself a salad and a beer to snack on. Salad was great! Good portioning, fresh, and well dressed. As busy as the bar was, my bartender still kept a good eye on me and my beer. Date came promptly and we were seated immediately since i'd put my name down on arrival. It's not the most romantic spot, but certainly very lively. Our waitress was friendly but a bit less attentive than my bartender was. Had trouble flagging her down for drinks. Food was FANTASTIC. gnocchi was melt-in-your-mouth good and calamari was perfectly crisp and tender. I was slightly alarmed when they started moving tables and chairs....and then I learned about the glorious dancing. GLORIOUS. lol it made for good people watching since only ten or so really got into it. I'll definitely be back for the fun and friendly neighborhood vibe. read more

D Bar has gotten a rep as a gay bar...I dont really think it truly is but yeah it has a little of that vibe.... who cares either way because the food is great. I have eatin there twice, once during restaurant week and one other time. Both times the service was ok but the food was great. The scallops were nicely seared and still moist. Rosemary fries are great. My bf got the chicken under a brick and loved it. The drinks are good. And the atmosphere is ok (dark wood type bar atmosphere). It is clean :) It has a small parking lot or you can find street parking. If they participate in restaurant week again i will definitely go back. read more

The drinks that we ordered from the Mixology menu tasted great, though it was quite expensive. The food overall was decent. You have to order the Giannone Chicken Under a Brick, it was delicious. I didn't like how the restaurant was very dimly lit, I had trouble seeing the items on the menu at times. Their parking lot was somewhat small, I had to park on the street closeby. It was an average dining experience, the staff was friendly and the environment was OK, but I probably wouldn't come back here for dinner. The menu's quite limited, I may come back here for drinks, though. read more

Very disappointed, but this place is still pretty good. I'd like to give it 4 stars (I'd probably get yelled at by my brother and his friends for not giving it 5) but there was something not that welcoming about this place first off and second - the food just wasn't that great. Yes, the tacos and the other appetizers were great and the drink menu is pretty good. But, who puts a pork dish on the menu and then cooks it Medium Rare without asking. That's absolutely disgusting. Sorry fancy places, lately, the whole medium rare thing leaves me angry and disappointed. Yuk. Pink Pork. It was called "the other white meat" for a reason. Too bad too, but I probably won't come back here. I don't have $40 to spend on a couple drinks and an undercooked meal. read more

3 words: BEST STEAK EVER!! A friend and I went here during restaurant week in March to check it out. I got a ChaiTini which was so good and not too sweet. I had a delicious salad and then the most amazing Hanger Steak ever! I had mine cooked Medium Well and my friend got the Medium Rare and both were amazing. I didn't finish it all, so even the next day (after microwaving it to get warm!!!) it was still so tasty, juicy, and flavorful!! The dessert wasn't good, I don't remember what I got which means it must not have stood out. They also played show tunes music, but it got ridiculously loud at one point, I couldn't even talk to my friend and my ears felt like they were bleeding, it was fun to watch though. If you go , I recommend the steak!!! If you are vegetarian, the ChaiTini :) read more

Went to dbar and was pleasantly surprised by a tasty and creative cocktail list. The blue cheese dressing on the appetizer green and bleu salad was really delicious. It seems to be a lively fun place at night, and the service was excellent. The downside was that the vegetarian options are slim. They had a mushroom/winter vegetable gnocchi on the menu (which I heard is yummy) but to be honest, that seems to be the only veg option at every restaurant in this city right now. I had to order a mix up of side dishes and an appetizer salad. When we receive our food, the side gratin dish was undercooked and the vegetables were raw. My boyfriend ordered his burger medium-well, but it was more like medium-rare. dbar redeems itself with drinks that made up for my lousy food. 3 stars for dinner, because it really seemed more like a place for small plates and cocktails. read more

I'm starting off with a passion fruit blood orange Cosmo, and their famous summer Tagliatelle pasta, which has Fava beans, mixed mushrooms english peas, asparagus,spring onions, and pearl onions. Fine herbs and crispy fried Araucana blue eggs,sounds yummy. read more

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Went here for dinner with my sister on a Thursday night. Atmosphere was very nice. Dimly lit bar with candles. It wasn't crowded at all so we sat down right away. I ordered the orange jalapeño margarita which was so good! Just the right amount of spiciness from the jalapeños. We got the mussels for an appetizer and the sauce was amazing. Highly recommend the mussels. For dinner I ordered the scallops with risotto and that was delicious as well. My second drink had gin and rosemary and orange bitters in it. I forget what it was called but that was yummy. No complaints here and I would definitely come back, especially to try more of the cocktails. read more

dbar - Scallops with risotto. Delicious!! - Dance Clubs Near Me - Dorchester, Massachusetts

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Fun and hip atmosphere. Good food, lots of beer and wine, friendly service and overall a good time. Always packed when I go. read more

This place is awesome! I went in there the first time bung over, if not a bit still drunk and was over whelmed with the amazing bloody mary and mimosa menu. After I settled on Grand Mimosa (awesome) I went with the Eggs Benedict. Now I consider my self to be an eggs benny snob and i will say this is the best I have ever eaten. Better than my mothers. I am pretty sure I had the same waiter, John. Super nice guy. Wicked friendly and quick, he came over at all the right times. You know, not when you had a mouth full of chicken and polenta goodness. his was not something I had ever managed to work out when I was waiting tables. Very awesome, everyone was always smiling. I bet if I was working with so many hot people I would be smiling too. read more

We were planning to hit one of our regular dining spots the other night and found out they were closed for the weekend. We decided to hit DBar. Very nice dinner. Perfectly cooked scallops, on risotto with asparagus and carrots.. The salmon with potatoes, baby onions and a wasabi sauce was equally good. The cheesecake was a nice ending. The ambiance was very nice. The service was great. As previous reviewers have written, don't expect large portions, but you can count on tasty, well seasoned, perfectly cooked meals. We'll be returning. read more

The four stars are tentative, as I've only been here once for a couple drinks and bits of food. I cannot as of yet speak to the nightclub aspect. I already knew I would like this, as it had been recommended to me on more than one occasion, I'd perused the drink/food menus, and loved the idea of the place altogether. And I was not disappointed. I came on a Monday evening around 10, thus being essentially dead. The decor and atmosphere was modern and chic without being pretentious, the space was roomy yet intimate, and the music audible yet unobtrusive. My two friends and I shared fries (cooked wonderfully), and creme brulee (fantastically rich). I had two drinks, the first being the Ginger Lemon Drop (I couldn't really taste the ginger, I was hoping for their take on an impeccable Basil Lemon Drop I had at Fleming's Steakhouse) and the AMAZING Cool as a Cucumber (I love cucumbers, so this was perfect). Our server was not only friendly as a server should be, but we built a rapport that went beyond the standard expectation. I honestly expected him to be a tad put out that we weren't ordering entrees, and I was happily surprised. I'll most definitely be back to dance my arse off and then to soak up the alcohol with the next day's brunch. read more

I go to Dbar because I live so close to Dbar I can technically walk there and get there in under 3 minutes. I also have to say that their Penne à la Bolognaise is a must-have. creamy yet not too much, and they serve you a good portion of sauce and pasta (pasta is al dente) Their beet salad was yummy as well. Also...all the waiters are such good looking boys. I joke around with my girlfriends how good looking all the waiters are and it must be their per-requisite to work there! LOL read more

If Dorchester has never seemed like a viable locale for your next date, DBar will surely change that. Located only a few blocks from the Savin Hill Red Line station, DBar is a find if you are looking to bypass Downtown crowds. It's unfortunate that they've taken the margarita with cayenne infused tequila off the menu, because it's one of the best margs I've ever had. Nonetheless, the cocktails are fun and are always perfect while chowing on the fried calamari "ménage a trios" with three dipping sauces or the ahi tuna ceviche. The dinner menu is something of an anomaly. None of the entrees go above $20, but options include seared diver's scallops and grilled hanger steaks. The décor adds additional warmth to the ambiance, with assorted gorges lining the perimeter of the room for Thanksgiving and roses displayed elegantly on each table for Valentine's Day. Be sure to check out DBar's website for additional details: a few nights each week, following dinner service, the restaurant transforms into a nightclub. read more

DBar is intent on leading the charge for gentrification in Savin Hill, trying to lure well-heeled college students, foodies and wealthy gay South End types. The food is not amazing in the general scheme of Boston fine dining, but even a snobby gourmand would probably appreciate the quality and the effort to keep the menu diverse and ever-changing, and they do a good job making the atmosphere and decor appropriate for a nice dinner out despite its location on an industrial-feeling and congested part of Dorchester Ave. I've never craved anything from DBar, but nor have I regretted any of the multiple times I've gone. On that note, out of the 6 or so meals I have had there, I have twice found Mayor Menino dining inside, so he at least seems to really like it. read more

Ahhhhh - so refreshing. The service was fantastic. The food was way beyond what I expected even after hearing rave reviews. The four of us each ordered a different entree and each dish was great. The drinks were good and diverse. The atmosphere was fun. We didn't stay too late into the night, so I can't speak to the nightlife side of things - but dinner and drinks was perfect. read more