There are plenty of places in Boston that can make a good burger. What is much harder to find is a…read morerestaurant that feels like it couldn't exist anywhere else. I'd heard Waverly had one of the better burgers around, so when a friend was visiting for Sail Boston, we made the short trip off the more traveled streets to see if it lived up to the reputation. I'm glad we did. Waverly is tucked away on a quiet side street in Charlestown, and that's part of the charm. The dining room is small, warm, and comfortably lived in. Nothing about it feels manufactured. The decor has an old soul without feeling dated, almost like it has been there longer than it actually has. Later I learned that's intentional. The restaurant takes its name from the historic Waverly House, a grand Charlestown hotel from the 1800s, and was designed to capture the feeling of the neighborhood's historic brownstones rather than chase the latest restaurant trend. The room felt like it belonged to Charlestown. Most of the people inside looked like they could walk home after dinner. That's the kind of place I always hope to find when visiting a neighborhood, somewhere that serves the people who live there first, and everyone else second. We asked for a window table, and the staff happily accommodated us. It's a small gesture, but one that made us feel welcomed instead of processed. The burger justified the trip on its own. I added the sunny-side-up egg, but the real star was the bacon-onion jam. It pulled everything together without overpowering the beef. The burger itself was tender, the sesame brioche somehow managed to hold everything together, and I appreciated the choice of Vermont white cheddar and Grillo's pickles. Those aren't flashy ingredients, they're just the right ones. Seeing Downeast Cider on tap certainly didn't hurt either. What impressed me most wasn't that Waverly was trying to reinvent the neighborhood burger. It wasn't. It simply executed it exceptionally well, with enough confidence to let good ingredients and thoughtful choices do the talking. Charlestown wouldn't just lose a burger if Waverly disappeared. It would lose one of those neighborhood places that quietly makes a neighborhood feel like itself. You come for a well executed meal, but you leave feeling like you've experienced a small piece of Charlestown. Places like that are a lot harder to replace than a good menu.

Was in town for the marathon. Went a bit out of our way to visit this restaurant for brunch on…read moreSunday, the day before the marathon as part of my carb loading plan for the race. I really, really, REALLY wanted pancakes. The website said brunch goes until 3. We get there at 2:50. They said they were no longer serving brunch and they've moved to their limited menu, because brunch ends at 3. You can imagine the puzzled look on our faces when they told us it ended at 3pm but it's still 2:50pm. They said we would have been fine if we were 5 minutes earlier. Weird that 2:45 is fine but 2:50 is not. We were annoyed, to say the least. But we were hungry, we didn't know what else was around, we needed to eat, and it already took us 30 minutes to get here in an Uber. Two guys came in after us, also before 3, who were also really excited for brunch. They too were shut down. We ordered off the limited menu. It was okay. It was fine. But that's not the point. If brunch ends at 2:45, then say it ends at 2:45. Don't say it ends at 3pm and then shut people down because it secretly closes earlier. I get that you guys want to switch the kitchen over and prep for dinner, but serve the food you say you're going to serve at the time you're going to serve them. Nobody came in after us and the other party that was also in before 3, so it's not like there was some never ending rush of people trying to get brunch. I also don't recall anyone else coming in before we left probably an hour. Poor communication and poor customer service.

Rainy day exploring Charlestown called for brunch. They were full inside, only taking reservations…read moreor seats at the bar. There were patio seats available that were dry despite the on and off rain. Luckily we got a booth with an umbrella. Our server was really nice and attentive. I started with the peach sangria and my mom got the Peel Good cold brew with banana cold foam. We both liked our drinks. I then got the other daily special, the breakfast grilled cheese and my mom got the smash burger. The grilled cheese was ooey and gooey and delicious. A little more soggy than I would've liked due to the aioli but still tasty, felt like a good egg and cheese panini--I liked the flavors. Also it came with smashed potato's which I've never tried before but omg my new favorite way to eat potatoes. My mom loved her smash burger too, a good portion and the fries were tasty I stole a few. As soon as we paid and got up to leave, it started to pour with heavy winds. I say luck was on our side and we got to enjoy brunch here. The patio is nice to eat at I'm surprised it wasn't part of the reservations. Overall I was happy with brunch and would come back to try dinner. The pizza looked really good!

When you're in the area and looking for a casual restaurant with good food and prices you have to…read morestop here. I came with my daughter visiting Charlestown Navy Yard and she heard of this place so we came. I had a double meat hamburger that's called a smashed burger. Never had one but I liked it. Comes with a side of salad or fries. The waitress suggested to get half and half and Im glad I did. It was delicious! My daughter had a breakfast grilled cheese sandwich with potato fries that were delicious! Yes I glad I came! I would come back when in the area. There is street parking. It was crowded inside so we ate outside which was very comfortable!

Walking around we came across this tavern & decided to give it a try…read more Once settled we started with some drinks Blueberry mule, nice taste & good amount of alcohol. Also had Sam Addams good beer. We started with the Tavern wings, lemon herb, yumm the wings were very tasty good sauce, crispy & good size wings. Also tried the Clam showier, it was good. Next up the Steak & cheese egg rolls , such a simple idea yet so tasty they were great w the chipotle aioli dipping sauce & finally the Lobster Mac & cheese was not bad. There's something to be said when dinning at a place that has such a history kinda cool to know that people like our nations first president dined here, Mr Washington. The restaurant has a nice colonial charm, that steps back into the 18th century with the modern amenities of TV's to catch all the sports game. Good size restaurant, great service & the nostalgia of dinning at one the countries oldest eateries was nice, we enjoyed our time here.

Pretty good food this is the oldest Tavern in Boston…read more Ambiance is historic for sure def feels like you're in a tavern. I got the shepherds pie and it was really good. Very happy with it. My husband got the hanger steak and he said it was delicious. Def recommend coming here especially for the historical aspect.

Everything was outstanding. I'm a cheese fanatic wand was thoroughly impressed with their cheese…read moreboard. Their pickled vegetables were perfectly done and plentiful, and it was surely enough food to go around. Ambience is rather loud, it looks like a pub. I took my parents here and we still had a great time. Note: not a lot of parking. They do have outdoor space though! Service is very good. Food was incredible, the blue cheese pizza had a RIDICULOUS amount of blue cheese on it. My mom thought it was too strong, I reheated it at home with an extra slice of bread. The muffin was fantastic and th burger was great too. All in all we had a wonderful time.

I smelled my neighbor's takeout from this place and briefly considered committing a crime. Instead,…read moreI chose peace and went myself. Cozy little spot with a pizza oven and an open kitchen (elite combo). Plenty of seating. I went for a weekday dinner and was served instantly. Started with the oyster bombs ($17 for 3) because oyster + tuna is a power couple. Fresh, creamy, perfectly seasoned with mayo and chives...gone in 30 seconds. My server convinced me to get the spicy clam, and it was devoured so fast. It was gone before he filled my water! Packed with clam meat, drowning in tomato sauce, and it actually had heat --not that "we waved a chili at it" kind of spicy. I fully intended to have some for the next day and then aggressively did not. Final verdict: cozy vibes, bold flavors, zero self-control, and I will absolutely be back.

If I could give Lucky Tiger more than five stars I absolutely would…read more From the moment we checked in to the moment we reluctantly checked out hours later this experience was nothing short of amazing. Huge shoutout to Eduardo, the manager, who went above and beyond to make our sisters holiday outing feel special and intentional, and to our server Paulina, who was attentive, warm, and truly wanted everything to be perfect. And it was. Let's talk ambiance first because whew. Chic. Stylish. Aesthetic on aesthetic. Even the walk to the bathroom felt curated. Ladies... the mirror alone deserves a moment. Full body selfie approved. Now the drinks. The mocktail I had was SO good. Balanced, flavorful, refreshing. I like a mocktail that has flavor and layers without being super sweet. The apps thoughhhhhh! They deserve their own paragraph because baby... The crab rangoon was TO DIE FOR. That old school wrap dough situation? I have been hunting for that exact texture and flavor forever. My fave restaurant switched dough and I haven't had a good Rangoon since then until now. It was crispy, nostalgic, and perfect. The fried egg rolls? Delicious. The pickled cucumbers? Bright and refreshing and er literally ate every drop, lol. But the WINNER... those fall off the bone ribs. I might have made a sound when I bit into them. Cooked to perfection. A full blown flavor party in my mouth. The scallion pancakes were the only thing that did not hit for me. The dough was thicker and heavier than I prefer. I love mine light and airy like traditional scallion pancakes. If they leaned that way I would have been obsessed. Our main courses... baybeeee The Dan Dan noodles... I did not even get a bite. I went to ask my sister for a taste and they were GONE. All of them. That says everything. My other sister loved the dumplings and even more that they fried them for her instead of serving them traditionally. And the sauce with those dumplings... Let me tell you about the sauce. I am OBSESSED. I took some home and Eduardo generously gave me more to take. That is top tier service and an at home sauce party, lol. My fried house rice was excellent. The mix of veggies and flavors was perfection. With everything else we ordered I could not even finish it. And then... dessert. Eduardo and Paulina surprised us with a complimentary cheesecake that was so light and decadent, topped with fruit and homemade whipped cream. Next time I am absolutely saving space for that. The customer service was truly top tier. The decor, the food, the staff, the background music. Everything PERFECT. My sisters and I sat for hours. We laughed. We ate. We shared emotions. We were present. That alone tells you how comfortable and welcoming this space is. I would go back today. I cannot wait to bring my husband and some of my fellow foodies. Yelp Elite gang... this place is officially five star approved. GOO!

Such a fun restaurant to check out in Charlestown! We stopped by on weekday nights and it wasn't…read morebeen too busy. We decided to order some appetizers, which were definitely the stars of the meal! Highly recommend the crab rangoons and scallion pancakes. For entree, I recommend getting a sushi roll. Both the salmon and tuna rolls are delicious! The udon noodles were a let down and just too salty but everything else was amazing! It is a bit pricy for the food you are getting but overall a great dinner experience. Staff is super friendly and food comes out really quick. This spot is also stunning on the inside making it a really fun spot to check out.

Food: Delicious. Good burger and sandwich. No wait on food. Fresh and hot…read more Service: Bartender and server. Very nice and attentive even though he had a full bar. Ambiance: Cozy and fun.

Imma keep it all the way 100 and just say that pubs like this one, usually make me uneasy. IYKYK…read more This spot looked exactly like you'd expect an Irish pub to look like: old wooden seats, dim lights, a little worn down, with lights strung up inside. But it was super clean and had a genuine, chill vibe. To my surprise, every single person there -- from the staff to the patrons -- was incredibly friendly and warm. It caught me off guard how kind and attentive everyone was. The service was EXCELLENT , and I'd easily give five stars for both cleanliness and hospitality. As for the food, it was okay. I ordered the calamari, and it was decent. I should have tried the spice bag because the folks seated next to us ordered it and it smelled delicious! The espresso martini was absolutely bomb, and everything coming out of that kitchen looked and smelled great. The service and atmosphere made the experience memorable. I could definitely see myself going back for a couple of drinks or to catch a game -- especially because it felt good to be treated with such genuine warmth in a space where I didn't necessarily expect it. I think our server was Samson, maybe, and someone else served us, I didn't get his name- but thanks for your hospitality.

Great coffee! Amazing sandwich…read more Nicest cafe I've been to in ages. Restaurant area adjacent to their cafe area looks really nice. I will come back to try that too. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Walked over here for lunch and this place was awesome!! The espresso martini is one of the best…read moreI've had. The pizza was fresh and crisp. You can even get half and half, which the bartender was kind enough to let me know. So I tried the buffalo chicken and pepper pizza. Both were amazing. The ambiance here was also phenomenal with sleek decor and a huge bar for seating.

After a long day of enjoying the Sail Boston event, and touring the Charleston Navy yard we went in…read moresearch of a friendly and tasty restaurant. And in the tranquil setting of the park.. we found this precious gem. We don't have a reservation, but still we're taken to a table and we checked the menu. I had the yellowfin tuna tartare. The toasted and spiced chickpeas gave a pleasant contrast to the creamy and fresh tartare, and the toasted pita bread was and wonderful platform for each bite. Then the lobster roll came. The fresh brioche, generous tail, knuckle and claw meat, and a bright Maine mixture served by friendly and observant staff. The food was tasty, the staff was friendly and paid true attention to make sure of any allergen was not in my meal. Also with dining inside or outside in a lively quiet setting you can't go wrong! Thanks for your generous hospitality to a hungry tourist!

Came for lunch but experienced slow service, an incorrect order, and sold out beer options…read more Prices seem expensive ($48 for a sandwich, chowder and a beer). Maybe order takeout options from the market and eat on the go. There are not many options in the area of the Constitution so come prepared.

This place has the best clam chowder!!!!! I really loved the dill as a nice touch of aromatics &…read morethe thicker consistency of the soup. I wish I took a better picture of the lobster roll, but they give you SO much lobster meat. The lobster was super fresh as well. You have the option of warm with butter or cold with mayo. People already line up to join the waitlist here, so I recommend getting on the waitlist & walking around. By the time you are seated, you'll be hungry. Our waitlist was about 30-45 mins.

Chill ambiance with views of the harbor. The wait time can be quite long. We waited about an hour…read moreand a half for a table. I ordered the warm Lobster Roll and New England Clam Chowder. The lobster roll was a solid 3/5 stars but the clam chowder was the star of the show. Easily 5/5 stars... I would go back just for that. It was so flavorful and packed with clams.

My daughter and I stopped into Sunnyside to grab a last breakfast before we headed to the airport…read more It was really close to the airport and our Airbnb so we took it as a win win. This joint is so colorful, bright and fun! Walking in, you are bombarded with fun colored decor, sports memorabilia and perfectly set tables. We were instantly greeted and helped at the door by the hostess. My daughter and I had our luggage with us so it was sweet of the hostess to hold the door for us. We were sat at a booth by the bar. We got such a great view of the bar and outside tables. We looked over the menu and they had a little bit of everything breakfast. My daughter got orange juice started and I got a cup of coffee. The gentleman that was serving us today didn't have a great personality. He was pretty dry which didn't really set the best tone for a great first impression. I got the All American breakfast with bacon. My daughter got the Spanish omelet. Both came with potatoes. So while our food was being prepared, my daughter and I just kicked it. Our food was dropped off after a bit. To be honest, I found my plate humorous. 18 bucks for a few small rounds of hashbrowns, 2 eggs and 2 pieces of bacon. I guess when I read potatoes on the menu, I was expecting POTATOES. Country potatoes, a slab of hashbrowns.... Being from Idaho, these "potatoes" were not it. My breakfast was pretty basic so yes, the eggs and bacon was good. My daughter's Spanish omelet looked decent. She ate about 2 thirds of it. And a couple hashbrown rounds. Overall, the location, setting and concept of brunch all day is great. Could the plate look more exciting? Yes. Could my server been more kind? Yes. Could my server actually served my daughter and I? Yes. Could I have gotten refill on my coffee? Yes. My server did the bare minimum which I find annoying. I just feel like for a beautiful venue the service didn't match it's vibe. My server was far from bright, colorful and happy. I look forward to heading back to Boise today for a real breakfast with real portions and real potatoes. I could have saved 50 bucks and got a meal at McDonald's for the same portions and service I got today.

During a time-crunched Boston day, my girlfriends and I struggled to find a brunch place to eat in…read moreBoston the day of (lesson learned for us)!, but we were 1000% lucky that we got one of the last few morning spots at Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe on a Saturday! Walking in, it was ABSOLUTELY packed and super busy, but luckily with our reservation, we were seated within 10 minutes! I had been CRAVING Chicken and Waffles and BOY it did not disappoint! I was served with the most perfectly made waffle with butter that just fell into the crevices and melted along with the most PERFECTLY CRISPY CHICKEN! I was extremely hungry, so I absolutely devoured it, but it hands down had to have been one of the best Chicken and Waffle plates I've ever had. Although I didn't drink the Espresso Martinins, my friends that did drink it enjoyed it thoroughly. Despite how packed and busy they were, the service was FAST and our waiter was so sweet and attentive and the vibe was just so fun and lively! It was such a wonderful way to start our day in Boston and I 1000% would come back here if I could again!