Good for oysters and draft beer. Their seating design is…read moreunfortunate. They put tables less than a foot apart, and when someone is next to you, sick, coughing and blowing their nose into their napkin, it feels gross to be so close. Also, not sure how well they bus their tables after people leave. My table had a sticky spot so I added some water to my napkin to wipe it and the napkin was pretty dirty. Got shrimp & grits and the shrimp were yummy, piping hot but the grits were room temp. Same thing kind of happened with the entree. Fish was cooked nice and came out hot, but the mashed potatoes under the fish was room temp.

This place is a gem. Food is always good. Drinks and service are superior. The bartenders make you…read morefeel welcomed. App and oyster specials are great. Have eaten here several times. Best of the best at a reasonable price.

I really enjoyed the food here, we were absolutely stuffed by the end. The larger plates take…read morearound 30-45 min, so make sure to pick those first and put in your order while you peruse the rest of the menu. I loved all the dishes, but the patatas bravas is a must, the sauce plus aioli with crispy potatoes was divine.

Barcelona Wine Bar brings the atmosphere of a lively Spanish tapas bar to Boston with a menu built…read morearound shareable small plates, paellas, charcuterie, and an extensive wine selection. We walked into a warm, energetic space with dim lighting, an open dining room, and a constant buzz that makes it a great choice for a night out with friends or a date. The restaurant has a vibrant, social energy that encourages sharing and exploration, and the open layout adds to the sense of activity without feeling chaotic. Rather than ordering individual entrées, the experience is centered around sharing a variety of dishes, making each visit feel a little different depending on what you choose. The tapas are the highlight of the menu, with plenty of options that encourage trying a little bit of everything. The bacon-wrapped dates are one of the signature dishes, balancing sweet and savory flavors, while the patatas bravas, croquettes, and charcuterie boards are reliable choices to start the meal. If you are looking for something more substantial, the seafood paella and squid ink pasta stand out as excellent main dishes, offering rich flavors and generous portions that are easy to split between two or more people. The olive oil cake is also worth saving room for if you want to end the meal with dessert, and the overall progression of the meal works well with the tapas format. The drink menu is just as impressive as the food. Wine is the main focus, with an extensive list featuring Spanish and international selections, but the sangria and cocktails are equally popular. It is the kind of place where you can easily spend a couple of hours sharing plates while working your way through a few different drinks, and the beverage program is thoughtfully curated to match the style of the food. Service is one of the restaurant's strongest points. The staff are knowledgeable about both the menu and wine list, and dishes arrive steadily throughout the meal instead of all at once, creating a relaxed dining pace. The pacing allowed us to enjoy each dish without feeling rushed, and the team checked in at the right moments without hovering. The restaurant is consistently busy, especially on weekends, so reservations are highly recommended. Even with a reservation, there can occasionally be a short wait, and the lively atmosphere means the dining room can get quite loud during peak hours. The energy of the room is part of what makes the experience work, but it is worth keeping in mind if you are looking for a quieter dinner. Barcelona Wine Bar is one of the best places in Boston for Spanish-inspired tapas and wine. The combination of flavorful shareable dishes, a well-curated drink menu, attentive service, and vibrant atmosphere makes it an easy choice for group dinners, celebrations, or date nights. It offers a meal that feels both communal and polished, with a setting that encourages slowing down and enjoying the evening. Just be prepared for the energetic environment and plan ahead if you are visiting during the busiest times.

We came on a Friday during Restaurant Week as a party of four, three adults and one toddler. The…read morefood was delicious and our server was friendly. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, though our table was in the middle of the aisle which felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, the service itself was inconsistent. We had to ask for bread three times. When we ordered two brownies and one coffee, we were brought one brownie and two coffees. At the end of the meal, we asked for both my meal and my son's meal to be wrapped to go. My son's plate was accidentally thrown away because other plates were stacked on top of it. When I asked about it, the server explained what happened but did not offer to remake it, remove it from the bill, or apologize, which was disappointing. That said, it was a busy Friday during Restaurant Week, so I would consider coming back and hope the service is smoother next time. While writing this review, I actually received a text from the restaurant letting me know we left our son's plate behind, which was thoughtful and appreciated. If Yelp allowed half stars, I would give 3.5.

Fabulous dinner at Bocado tonight. We did the Bocado experience for two and there was just way too…read moremuch amazing food! 2 cheese board items and 6 tapas plus dessert! Oh my. Thank goodness for takeout boxes. My favorite plate was the QUESO DE CABRA CON MIEL (goat cheese with honey) served with crusty bread. We paired it with the CHORIZO LEÓN HERRADURA. It was just perfect together. Dessert was worth mentioning. The warm double chocolate brownie with ice cream is a definite yes please. So rich, so gooey, so worth the calories. Bocado is a tapas restaurant, but I found these small plates quite generous. Roll me home I'm done!

Great menu and food selection! I was at the bar waiting in a few others and the bartender was able…read moreto place glasses of water and napkins to reserve the seats for me. That was very courteous of him. Both bartenders checked on me to make sure my food was great and if I needed anything else. They were both very attentive to me and my crew. One of the 3 bartenders didn't make the drinks right but he did mk em' strong so if that's your cup o tea then by all means go for it lol. You must get the sticky ribs appetizer. You get like 5 pieces and are a must try. Get some wet naps in your purse ahead of time or I'd say finger lickin' good lol. The flat bread pizza was good too and their portions are not small. They also had wings done nice and well. They had a dj mixing on a Saturday night and he did real good and there was music for everyone. Space is great for dancing, eating or lounging. It will hold a good amount of people. I would go there again. I usually get photos of the food but a girl was hungry lmao presentation was nice too.

The restaurant and bar is actually pretty big to the point they have an area for music and dancing…read moreon the weekends. Has a very cool speakeasy theme as it's in a plaza and no windows. We stopped by for a late afternoon drink and appetizer. The drinks were good and the bread appetizer was great, 71 west has the same bread and it's great. The prices are similar to other restaurants in the area which is the moderate cost range. The service was good and they have plenty of TVs for any sports fans looking for more than pub food options when watching the game. Definitely will be back and try some other entrees.

Elegant and inviting! Great space with good food and drinks!! We came here for the first time for a…read moreprivate party brunch for a colleague's farewell. The decor is industrial with the stone, metal and wood, earth tones, very modern and yet feels cozy and warm with the combination of the colors, lighting and art. Great atmosphere for an elegant and elevated experience. We had the side room space which is really great for having a small to medium sized gathering of easily up to 50 people or so. There's ample seating at round tables and also a couple high tables to stand at. A long bar where all the food is served buffet style. There are restrooms just down the hall too so very convenient. There's cool wall art murals which make for a great backdrop and very artsy!! The food was really good too - charcuterie meats, cheese, fruit, meatballs, olives, eggplant caponata, hummus and crackers. The staff were friendly and were there to help with any questions and were happy to take our photos too. Overall a great time was had by all!

Barcelona was okay. It's a fun atmosphere with friends and I recommend coming here as a larger…read moregroup so you can try out more things from the tapas menu. Food-wise, none of the dishes we got particularly wowed me (the sauces that came with each dish were better than the actual food) but I'd come back to try other things from the very extensive list. We got: 1. Patatas bravas: The best thing we got, though we should have eaten this when it was still hot and crispy. After sitting out for a while, it became a mushy mess with the sauce. 2. Spiced meatballs: Very small size for the meatball and not much spice (like less than a bite) but the sauce was excellent. 3. Jamon croquettes: Not bad but the filling was pretty gluey in texture. Definitely need to eat with the accompanying sauce. I ended up dunking it in the sauce that came with the meatballs. 4. Grilled peaches: Intrigued by this summer offering but I'd say skip. For $7, we got five very small slices of peach in an indistinguishable, vaguely sugary/burnt sauce. If you have a grill and a peach, you can definitely make a much better version of this for far cheaper. 5. Shrimp in garlic sauce: Fell flat. The shrimp were small and extremely overcooked. The only saving grace of this dish was the scallion/garlic oil that we used to dip the extra bread in. Food came out very fast and our waitress came by often to check on us and see if we needed. Lots of parking options nearby (including free 2-hour options one block over) so if you're debating which location of Barcelona to go to, the parking alone could weigh in favor of this one.

Watch your check! There is no taco Tuesday. "Must be the same taco, same order" lol. The sign on…read morethe sidewalk brings you in for half price tacos but they neglect to tell you it must be the same taco and if you order more of the same taco, that doesn't count. We will never go again. This happened twice in a row we just didn't check our first bill.

My husband and I frequent the Galley and it is always a great experience. Last night was no…read moreexception. I have been hearing their craft cocktails are amazing so I tried their spicy Paloma. OMG!! Insanely good!! It paired so well their birria tacos! Once again the bartenders hit it out of the park!! Highly recommend!!!

Tried Sala Restobar in Beverly and overall it was a pretty underwhelming experience…read more We started with drinks -- I ordered a piña colada expecting it to be blended, but it came unblended. Nothing on the menu or from the server mentioned that, which was disappointing right away. When I told the server I didn't like it and wanted something else, he literally tilted his head and said, "ummm what do I tell the bartender?" That honestly rubbed me the wrong way -- just felt unprofessional and awkward. Jenny got a tequila cosmo, which was fine, nothing special. Food-wise, everything was just average. The bao buns were overcooked and the bun fell apart, though the flavor was decent. The pineapple fried rice was probably the best thing we had, but even that was just okay. We also had dumplings -- Jenny liked them, but I thought they were just alright. Dessert was the biggest miss. The blueberry cobbler was not good at all -- maybe a 3/10 at best. One thing that really didn't sit right was when we asked to split the tasting menu and were told no. That doesn't make much sense -- if people want to share, especially for a tasting menu, it should be allowed. Overall, nothing stood out in a good way, and between the service and the food, solid ambiance , it just wasn't a great experience.

We both had the Taste of Sala four-course meal for $46. There was a pretty long wait between…read morecourses at times, but the atmosphere is relaxed enough that it didn't feel out of place. Portions were larger than expected, and each dish was very shareable, so you can easily try eight things instead of four if you plan it right. They also have live jazz music -- every Thursday from 7-10pm, and on Friday and select Saturday nights from 8-11pm. If you want a clear view of the musicians, try to sit on the right side (opposite the entrance), though the middle works too. It's a fairly small space, so most tables can see, and all tables can hear. Overall, it's a fun spot -- good food, a relaxed vibe, and the live music (when available) adds a nice touch. If you're looking for something new to try when in the Beverly / Salem area, or a good date-night venue, I'd check out Sala.

Amazing spot. Beautiful wine bar and great tapas 5/5. Had the garlic gambas and the oysters. Super…read morefresh, go here.

We've been to Vine Bar before - on trivia and non-trivia nights - and have always been pleased. We…read moreparticularly enjoy the opportunity to sample interesting and unique wines and to share a variety of small bites instead of the traditional large entrees. Location is also great, decor is inviting, etc. Over the last two visits, though, we have seen a real drop in service. During our most recent we were sitting at the bar, and there were maybe 12-15 guests total in the restaurant. Even still, it was almost impossible to put in our drink order. The bartender spent most of the time at the far end of the bar chatting with the manager. Yes, it appears that's where the drink orders come in, but he wasn't monitoring the rest of the bar, and she wasn't monitoring the rest of the room. I was channeling this phrase in my head: "look up!" They are going to have to up their game to keep up with the competition on Front St. Credit where credit's due: food and wine were still great!