Great experience, looking forward to our next visit!…read more We've been coming here as a family since our daughter was little. We haven't been in years since life got busy, but my daughter went again last week with her friend and painted an adorable light switch plate! She came in with a vision of paint splattered in quirky colors, and the staff didn't hesitate to get the supplies she would need. They showed her how to splatter paint with a toothbrush to get this fun Jackson Pollock kind of punk style. She was nervous, but everyone was super helpful and reassuring the whole time! She's really happy with how her painting came out, she did a great job! I'm really glad this place is still here, and thriving after all these years. The layout is different, and there's friendly new faces working there, but it's the same hidden gem it was when we first visited! It was a great location for birthday parties and play-dates back in the day, and now that our girl's going off to college, the wife and I might treat ourselves to a Paint and Sip night or two!

Clay Dreams is the best place in the greater Boston area…read more I have been going to this studio for nearly two years. The staff are truly the best. They are helpful, knowledgeable, and really take the time to get to know each individual customer. Additionally, they are always more than happy to help guide the artistic process or teach new techniques. I have learned so much in my time going to this studio and my pieces reflect that. The selection and quality of both pieces and paints to choose from is amazing. But nothing compares to the community feel. I have attended the studio alone, with friends, with my mom, my daughter, my cousin...regardless of who is there, the people who work there always makes it feel like home.

Great spot to hang out and grab a quick bite to eat! There's a bar as well. We sat in the outdoor…read morespace in the middle, and I love that there are several takeout-style options, so if you're going with a group, it's more likely everyone finds something they like! There's a pizza place that sells full pies or by-the-slice pizza, a Salvadoran place that has pupusas (including a vegan lentil option!), a brewery with a lot of different beers on tap, and a small market with snacks and fresh produce. The market had ice cream as well. Each of the restaurants/markets we visited had extremely friendly staff, and they answered all of our questions about not only their own establishments but also the things we could get at the other spots in the Speedway. We also went on a Thursday, which meant it wasn't too busy. The parking lot is a little small, but after 6pm on Thursdays and Fridays you can park at the community health center for free, and there's also a SpotHero lot across the street that was $15.

Great food, kind workers, and a fun vibe and environment. Very cool market here as well.read more

Went for Mother's Day 2026 and could not have been more disappointed. We made a reservation for 2pm…read moreand by 2:50 had still only received water. When our tea came we did not even have napkins or spoons to stir the tea; the place had only one server for a holiday and everyone in the restaurant was waiting an extremely long time. Why wouldn't you have more servers at a tea house on Mother's Day? I wound up getting up from our table to get our spoons, knives, and napkins from a stand I saw because we weren't being paid attention to. The food itself was pretty measly. Would never ever return. Very bad experience.

I heavily regret to say this was the worst experience ever in Tea Service!…read more We arrived here promptly at 10:00 AM as it was the only availability for Mother's Day. Firstly, I wasn't entirely thrilled about the tacky decor with peeling wallpaper. I understand they were trying to be vintage and eclectic, but it looked very cheesy to me as mismatched, teapots and plates and cups was displayed for a yard sale. On top of it they had very dirty filmy water glasses on the table which is very interesting considering we're there for tea. Why on earth would you have bottled water in Tea service? I requested another glass so our server literally picked the other glass from another table which was equally if not more filmy. Here's the most annoying part. We were there on time at 10 o'clock and there were two other parties that came literally 5 to 10 minutes after we were seated. What I don't understand is these two other parties had their tea and tea plates first and we are literally sitting there with the tea we ordered without anything to eat. Our server seemed to be overwhelmed, unnecessarily considering it wasn't crazy busy with a line out the door on the contrary, there were a couple of empty tables. There was no real reason for us to wait for our food. We waited for a good 20 minutes. We did not complain at all, but our server knew that we weren't happy based on my husband's very hungry expression and my silence. She however, apologized voluntarily about the wait and said "Sorry for the wait ...as you can see we're quite overwhelmed". When our tea tower finally came, it looked fine except we were missing the two scones. She never checked up on us and when we flagged her down regarding our missing scones. She comes back with the two ugliest scones ever one tiny one and one larger one. I was trying to not think that this was a personal vendetta. If this person was properly trained, they would know that if we're waiting, you should put two extra stones to make up for the horrible experience.. now honestly she was an older woman (who am I kidding? We're probably same age) so I felt very bad for her for some reason. There was no reason for any issues honestly, how hard is it for anyone to plate pastries and tea sandwiches on a plate??? it shouldn't take long. I have gone to many Tea services in Boston ( like The Courtyard) and even the Vintage Tea House in Lexington, which I believe might be the same company. So what happened? Different ownership? The restroom is equally bad and this entire place needs a serious upgrade. We left without any acknowledgment or goodbyes, which also confirmed the lack of warmth here. I want to be clear that it is not my best interest to put down any small businesses. On the contrary I am a big promoter of smaller businesses. But unfortunately, I know my teaware, Teas, bites, and proper service. This establishment could be top notch. If you look like looking for an upscale experience where you can have bridal showers or any celebratory occasions I would recommend other places. If you are more casual, then this place would be more appropriate. I think I overdressed for the occasion.

I stayed here once for a small conference hosted by a student group at MIT. This review is mainly…read morefor the food, the accommodation and facility was great as well. They were very accommodating for dietary needs, I am vegan and the first night we had dinner were not a ton of vegan options, but what they had was very good. Once they learned I was vegan they started preparing special food for me in the following days, including vegan muffins at breakfast as well as a vegan chocolate cake for dessert! I felt really well taken care of :)

Wonderful place! Everything planned went smoothly. The staff readily assisted when needed. Food and…read morealcohol well prepared. Great experience!

The house is beautiful and romantic. A good thing to note is the pricing. Arlington residents can…read morerent the house for $200 an hour, but there is an 8 hour minimum. $1600 for avenue isn't bad. Non Arlington residents get the house for $250 per hour with the same minimum. Would be a great place for about 50-75 guests, but the staff is willing to work with everyone!

We had our wedding here in December and it was amazing! The venue is beyond beautiful and Vicki the…read morevenue manager was incredibly helpful. She not only helped with the planning, but vendor selection etc. She was also on hand for the entire event and made everything run smoothly before, during, and after. I would recommend this venue for any occasion.

Harvard Club of Boston in Back Bay is a really beautiful and historic spot…read more A friend brought us in while I was in town running the Boston Marathon, and it was such a cool place to check out. The architecture and interiors give it that classic, old Boston feel, like stepping back in time. They even had posters set up so people could make signs for race day, which was such a thoughtful and fun touch. One of the underrated perks is the parking. If you have access, it is actually a really convenient place to park in a part of the city where that is usually tough. Glad I got to see it, and it is a great experience if you know someone who can bring you in.

such an incredible experience...a dinner at the Harvard Club out on Commonwealth Avenue. Not only…read morea magnificent club, the clubhouse is absolutely gorgeous with walk in fireplaces and a magnificent library, but includes a grand hotel with visiting member hotel accommodations. I ca't be a member but that evening I felt as if I'd truly "arrived".

Frank and the crew made this last minute bereavement luncheon a pleasure. Frank made the process…read moreeasy and the crew were nice, professional and very helpful. The food was excellent! I recommend highly

Great food spectacular service. Chicken parm is one of the best I've ever tried. The pizza is…read morewonderful, veal masala is very tender melts in your mouth

The hours are completely wrong here. They close at 11pm, but not even THAT. They close whenever…read morethey want so don't waste ur time. I don't visit the area much, but the few times I did, and wanted a quick cocktail, the place was closed, waaaaaay before midnight. Then the desk told me they "always" close at 11pm. Whatever it's a stupid little bar which is probably meant for people attending conferences staying at the hotel looking for 4-5:30 happy hour. But really I can't even imagine that. Not that I was looking for a dance party, was just kinda hoping to use a functional hotel bar, ie; a place that could give me even one cocktail! This is the third time I have found this place not open at all different times. They should just stop advertising it as part of the property or turn it into something else. I probably won't stay there again, not cause I was so excited about their stupid little bar, but because it was advertised as an amenity and it simply is NOT. Oh and the hotel isn't great either. The Element across from it is SO much nicer.

Ordered a cheeseburger from bar. It was not good. Cheese wasn't even melted. The bartender was…read morenice but the food was mediocre.