Though the building looks big it houses a few offices on the first floor, some squash courts on the…read more2nd, bathrooms and lockers on the 3rd and the gym/ studio is on the fourth. It's quiet before 4pm so it's a nice place to work out during the summer for students. If you want squash you can purchase a racquet and balls here too. There's a Boston public school squash camp that's here every afternoon too. Sometimes I think guys come here to watch tv instead of really pump iron. But I too appreciate the tvs on the treadmills, makes the time go by a lot faster as I run.

Usually empty which is great! Who likes working out with tons of people? You have to wait for…read moremachines and you KNOW most people don't clean up after themselves... Extra room to do whatever you want, stretch, yoga, crunches...I just wish they did classes here Great view of the city. Locks are crap, but you have to use theirs. They have towels to borrow. This is the same as marino.

Excellent club! Great place for the squash enthusiast, people looking to learn the game, or those…read morethat occasionally like to knock the ball around. Its amenities also include a gym with weights and cardio gear, real tennis, racquets, an events hall, great locker room, and to top it off - a fantastic bar (pool table, backgammon, and darts included). This is a traditional club and the atmosphere is exactly that. The locker rooms are dimly lit, include a sitting room, and are furnished with antiques. The bar has plenty of wood panels and antique prints. But don't be fooled -- the members are not stuffy at all. This is a group of fun, easy-going, and welcoming people. Its the best place to work out in town. And perhaps the best place to get a drink.

Had a disappointing experience here several years ago. We recommended this club as a good place to…read moreplay squash near my office and did have a chance to come in and tour the facilities. Generally the staff and members were aloof and not welcoming. Ended up joining Equinox to avoid the strange gatekeeping behavior.

Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a huge advocate of shopping local and supporting small…read morebusinesses. Especially when it comes to specialty shops, I really try my best to shop local. I've stopped by this shop several times, and though I'm a beginner, the person I go with is pretty experienced. But for some reason, every time we came here, I felt like the owner did not want to help us. I don't know what it was, because I'm generally super polite when I first meet people - especially if I need help. I don't want to assume, but for whatever reason, the staff here was extremely unfriendly to us every time we stopped by. And I noticed this even more a couple of times when the owner was helping other customers in the store - and being extra nice to them. Even other beginners. I just felt really unwanted and out of place. I'm not going to repeat the rude things the owner said to us, but it was very clear he didn't want our business. I'm really disappointed especially since there isn't an abundance of tennis and squash shops around.

Extraordinarily knowledgeable and helpful staff. Wide equipment variety. Great racquet stringing.read more

They will not offer a refund under ANY circumstances. I had to unexpectedly move out of state due…read moreto unforseen and uncontrollable circumstances, and despite me giving them over a month's advanced notice of my cancellation, they were still unwilling to refund my money. Now they are profiting off of my cancellation because they have my money and are still able to sell my spot to somewhat else before the league starts.

SBS Varsity Card is probably the best addition in my wallet and my newest best friend…read more With my varsity card, I have been able to get discounts and/or free admissions to various SBS events such as the Whitewater Rafting trip, the Cinco (or Uno) de Mayo Party, the SBS Birthday party, and the upcoming "I'm on a Boat" party, as well as free drinks or complimentary appetizers during VIP hours. Also as a Varsity Card holder, I get special invitations to private parties with free access and even free drinks! If you play on a league, you receive 10% off your individual team fee. The card can also be used at various venues for no line/no cover access and 10 - 20 % discounts on foods and products. Additionally, the card already comes equipped with $25 from BuyYourFriendADrink.com to use at participating bars! The best part is that I only have to carry one card to get all these discounts and special access, all the while doubling as my BYFAD card. Just a Note: SBS also offers a JV card as well with similar discounts and access.

I've been going to Sycamore since I first discovered it in 2014. Back then, it was on my way home…read morefrom work, and I'd stop in a couple times a month--sometimes more. Post-COVID, life looks a little different. I've changed jobs and moved to another town, so it's no longer the easy drop-in it once was. Still, I make a point to come back at least every few months. What hasn't changed is the consistency. This remains one of the most reliably excellent restaurants in the Boston area, and still one of my all-time top five--while others that once held that spot haven't quite held up. One thing has changed, though: the Ghost of Mary. Scotty, the former bar manager, created what's still my favorite cocktail of all time. When he left, the drink left with him (by mutual agreement), and while he generously shared the recipe with me, I've never quite managed to recreate it at home. It was clearly meant to be made by the expert. That said, Sycamore hasn't missed a beat. The space is still as comfortable and quirky as ever, the food remains consistently excellent, and the current bar program is in very capable hands. The cocktails are thoughtful and well-executed--just maybe don't remind me about the one I'm missing

Delicious food with great service in a warm casual restaurant! Loved the atmosphere at this…read morerestaurant. It was busy inside and out with many tables full of people enjoying their evening. We were taken care of by the owner and everything was wonderful. I started with a summer negroni. The kale and farro salad is a must try. The kale was tender and perfectly dressed. I liked the variety of textures and flavors with farro, pinenuts, currants and cheese. The grilled flat iron steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare-tender full of flavor. The housemade orecchiette with lamb sausage ragu was meaty and savory. So good. Finished the evening with two desserts. The chocolate cake and beignets. I love the combination of chocolate and berries. The dense chocolatey cake was served with strawberry ice cream and a sweet raspberry sauce. The warm sugared beignets were light and fluffy and soaked up the milk jam. Yum! A delicious evening and I would love to come back!!

Mistral might be the best dinner we've had in Boston. We made reservations for 5:30pm and were glad…read morewe did; the place was packed right at opening. We arrived a little early and were escorted to a cozy lounge before being guided to our table, a corner spot right under the restaurant's big windows. From the moment you walk in, you can see how elegant it is, and yet it's not pretentious at all. I spotted people in sneakers and Birkenstocks alongside others who were dressed up which worked out since we'd spent the day sightseeing and were dressed a bit more casual. We started with the escargot, which was delicious, served out of the shell with toasted sourdough. The complimentary bread was also some of the best I've had and I'm not just saying that because it was free. The wine list was extensive but had something for every price range. We picked a delicious Bordeaux for just $80, which was less than I expected to pay at a restaurant of this caliber. My husband ordered the Cornish hen and I had the duck on a bed of risotto. Both were amazing, and the portions were huge. I ended up taking half my duck home which I really wasn't expecting. The duck was delicious but my husband's hen might have been just a bit better; it was so juicy. We also got a side of the horseradish mashed potatoes; divine. I went in expecting small plates and precious portions like most elevated French spots so this was a welcome surprise. We ended with the crème brûlée, it had the most perfect "glassy" top; might be the best I've had. The service was next level throughout. Can't recommend Mistral enough for a special night out in Boston.

Sat at the bar, and the service did leave a little bit to be desired. The bartender was pretty…read moreabsent due to being very busy with making orders for tables. Martini was OK - would have thought a place like this would have a better vesper. The grilled tenderloin was absolutely delicious and so was the creamed spinach and potato confit (I switched the sides). But not sure it felt worth $70+ Dessert was sadly a bust. Warm chocolate torte was so gooey inside that tasted like flavorless brownie batter. The bartender said he would put a scoop of mousse on the side since I was deciding between the two. Didn't really want to pay for two desserts (hence trying to decide on just one), but he charged me for both. The mousse was also super average. Front is pretty but rest of the ambiance is nothing super special

We went here several years ago and seem to remember enjoying it but I neglected to write a review…read moreto remind us how we liked it . This time we were ravenous, having spent 12 hours carrying heavy boxes and furniture all day, so primed for a good meal. The Rouleaux egg rolls were superb and the steamed shrimp & crab dumplings outstanding, both accompanied by simple but distinct sauces that really made them pop. Our entrees were equally impressive. The crispy fried catfish (Trey Tuk Peng Pah) and seafood noodles (Crevettes, Moules, Champignon Et Pates De Riz Au Gingembre) are my favorites. Such fresh ingredients combined with striking flavors really made it enjoyable. Our server was engaging and had very helpful insights as well.

Hey Foodies, it's SJ here with another review! This Friday, my boyfriend and I decided we wanted to…read moretry The Elephant Walk. The reviews looked good and I was excited to try their unique menu... well, let's just say we were very disappointed. First of all the prices are very expensive. I know this is Boston, but $17 for a cocktail is ridiculous! Our server was lovely, he was very kind and had a kind spirit. I was excited to try the "Rouleaux" since they remind me of the eggrolls, my mother learned from her Vietnamese mother-in-law. It was very crispy, which unfortunately is the only good thing I can say about it. The flavor was so off. It's almost as if the ingredients in the Rouleaux were loudly competing for my attention simultaneously! It didn't really melt in your mouth either, it just felt heavy. The other appetizer we ordered was called Dumplings croustillants au poet epics. This was actually worse than first appetizer. I like lemongrass, but MAN the lemongrass was so overpowering. I started to wonder... "is this how it's always made"?! I'm not even exaggerating. Overall, the atmosphere was nice - definitely pricey, and the food isn't worth the hype. Till next eats, SJ

This place never disappoints! Took my friend for her birthday and we of course did the chefs…read moretasting. Food is always on point and this is the one place I would break my food habit rules for. Every dish was divine from starter to finish. I think we had someone different serving us after a couple of courses, I loved seeing the same servers there year after year which means they treat staff well - huge plus in my book. Definitely will put this on our rotation for girl's night out. In case you've never seen baby seagulls before, here's a selfie with one! I took it right before I walked to the restaurant

Disappointing. My only negative Dine Out experience (in any city) and the most I've paid for lunch…read more- $36. I'm sure I would have had a much better lunch at one of the other participating French restaurants with lower priced menus. It's a shame because I loved Bistro du Midi the prior 2 times (not for Dine Out). 2 stars because 2/3 of the meal tasted alright (but not great), generous portions, and the location. Even at the very back of a completely packed downstairs, with the fully open front it was nice to see the Public Garden bridge posts and trees behind the cute patio. All of the staff were polite. However, overall service was slow, uncoordinated, and aggravatingly difficult to flag down. 3 people (not counting the hostess) came to my table before my assigned server finally introduced herself. Then 2 others came to refill water, serve, or take dishes. With 6 people providing service it was shockingly difficult to get any 1 person's attention. Literally nobody looked in my direction as they rushed by, and it took way too long for me to successfully wave down someone. I'd been hoping to get my check and pay 20 minutes earlier, which would have made it a reasonable 1 hour lunch for 1. I took photos just for a record, not because I loved the presentation: Cauliflower tartare: I was most excited to try this. It was indeed unique, but in a weird, not enjoyable way. I felt slightly queasy after eating it. It was too oily for truffle yogurt and cauliflower. The shriveled tomatoes tasted awful, and I normally like all kinds of tomatoes. The beet chips were the best part, and it wasn't even mentioned on the menu. Chicken Paillard: A huge piece of pounded thin, nicely breaded, pan-fried chicken with a mess of greens unattractively dumped on it (a very similar visual for the hanger steak next to me). I can't stand arugula, which also was missing on the menu. The frisée was also not appetizing. I would have asked for substitute greens but was already weary of trying to get attention from service and noticing the time slipping by. The chicken was tasty, including leftover for dinner, with the breading still fairly crisp. Chocolate & caramel torte: This had the potential to be 5/5 stars, or 4/5 if they simply repackaged the same elements. Desserts, especially French ones, should wow and delight. I saw a similar to my reaction from the table next to me when theirs finally arrived (after they wondered aloud where their tortes were). Their faces said: "oh... hmm... well, hope it tastes good at least." The first bite was a flop... visually and experientially: as soon as the spoon cut through the soft caramel mousse and hit the first layer of flourless chocolate sponge (which was more a thick fudge texture), it pushed the chocolate part out, making an ugly and uneven mess just trying to get the first spoonful all the way through. It would have been better to just have 1 layer of each instead of 2 each stacked. The caramel ice cream and taste of the other elements were good enough to take more than 1 bite but not "wow", and the packaging of it left much to be desired. It pains me to write this because previously I'd have said Bistro du Midi was a Boston area favorite. But I really regret this Dine Out meal, and I hope they take this feedback and others' to do better like I think they're capable of. I'm not sure I'd go back unless I picked the exact same dishes I got before (the Spanish octopus and 2 kinds of fish were standouts).