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    Mooo.... Beacon Hill

    4.0 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM - 1:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    MOOO.... BEACON HILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dressy

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    Crispy Calamari
    Danyel M.

    Made a rez on Open Table and called to request a bar seat cause we wanted to watch the Celtics playoffs. They said the seats were reserved but check-in was smooth and we got sat a few mins ahead of our rez time. Our bartender came over right away and was friendly. We ordered a couple of cocktails and they were tasty - old fashioned and devil's advocate. Overall, service was spectacular- we had several people check in on us throughout our dinner. We ordered our food and they brought out bread to start - the Parker House rolls at Mooo are the best in Boston. Dinner came and everything was delicious- I ordered the salmon plate and my hubby the lobster. We shared sides of carrots, mushrooms, and mashed potatoes. Everything was super tasty per usual. I asked for my salmon well done and that it was - maybe even a little more than I expected but it didn't detract from my experience. The ambiance is a more relaxed - regulars vibe. Seating starts right when you walk in - there isn't really a grand entrance so to speak. I am comparing to Mooo Fort Point BTW. The bar only had one TV and Red Sox game was on. No biggie - I checked the game from my phone. Overall, it was a great dinner experience. If you're looking for a more relaxed vibe to have a nice celebration, this is the Mooo is for you!

    Chocolate Layer Cake
    Natalie H.

    Pricey but worth it. Went to celebrate a birthday and the staff was very eager to make the night feel special. They often checked on us and spoke to us excited about their craft. Food was delicious, decadent, and had unique flavors.

    Ice wine
    Karen C.

    I don't even know where to start on what a wonderful experience we had at Mooo. From the perfectly crafted drinks at the bar, to a truly indulgent, spectacular dinner, culminating with dessert, perfection, and a beautiful dessert wine. Everything was absolutely perfect. We indulged with the American Wagyu cap steak, with a trio of sides, plus tots and onion rings. We started with wagyu dumplings, bone marrow, shrimp, cocktail, and calamari. Ended with crème brûlée, an amazing updated take on bananas foster, cookies and milk, and some beautiful bourbons and wines. The service was excellent and the restaurant is so warm and inviting, not stuffy like so many steakhouses. Very approachable. They even had a sweet custom birthday menu! Absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish.

    Crispy Calamari
    Christina R.

    We had dinner at this restaurant through in room dining in our hotel room. The food was so freaking delicious, we wished that we had dined in the dining room, for maximum freshness. That doesn't mean that our food wasn't fresh, because it absolutely was, but I would have loved to get that calamari piping hot and super crisp. The highlights were absolutely the bread service and the carpaccio. We ordered steak frites and the steak was cooked perfectly, even though it was a thinner cut. The butter that came with the steak, served in a ceramic that made it look like bone marrow, was out of control delicious and I used it with my rolls and my steak and my fries. We also had breakfast in the restaurant a few days. The service is impeccable, along with the incredible food. The breakfast selection was really nice and everything we ordered was delicious. The restaurant is also really pretty, with very comfortable chairs and nice spacing between tables.

    Prime ribeye
    Ellie C.

    We came here for a special occasion and it did not disappoint. The service was fantastic. We were seated immediately, waters constantly refilled, and food came out pretty quickly. For food, we got the prime ribeye with lobster, sea salt fries, and steamed asparagus. It was the perfect amount of food for the two us to leave stuffed after coming in hungry. The best dish of the night for us was the lobster, which was perfectly tender, well cooked, and delicious. The steak was definitely cooked expertly, but next time we would try a more unique option to get the full steakhouse experience. It was also a nice touch that they prepared chocolate lettering on our dessert plate for our special occasion. I would definitely come back again for another great experience.

    Brenda L.

    We came to Mooo after seeing it on Beli's top restaurants in Boston list, and hearing about their oysters from a friend! We were here to celebrate our anniversary and it was a pretty great experience. I'd definitely recommend making reservations. They also gave us a personalized menu which was sweet. FOOD: + Complimentary bread (4/5): very fluffy! I was a big fan of the bits of flaky salt on the bread. + Lobster bisque (4/5): They were kind to split the order into two portions! We got our own small pastry because of it (vs. it being in one large bowl with one large pastry) which was super cute lol. + Prime bone-in dry aged ribeye (4/5): The meat was tender and a perfect medium rare! They also cut this into smaller pieces for us to make it easier for sharing. I think it was definitely a lot for the two of us but I'd probably order a diff steak in the future. + East coast oysters (4/5): Also delicious! The oysters didn't quite exceed my expectations as much as I thought they would, but they were still good. + Creme brulee (4/5): very rich, a bit too sweet, but the crust was made perfectly! Overall, it was a great experience!! The food and service were both good, but nothing quite gave me that "ooh" factor that'd make me want to come back. Perfect for a date night!

    Great calamari

    The beef Wellington was one of the most decadent dishes I've ever had. The rolls, calamari and onion rings rounded out a fantastic meal. I absolutely loved the ambiance and the location. We will definitely be back

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    Sean Y.

    Mooo came highly recommended by my friends in Boston and it did not disappoint. I think the steaks were excellent for the price. We ordered two to share because Mooo does not have large format porterhouse or tomahawk on the menu. I always order steak tartare at a steakhouse and Mooo's was competitive with its competitors. The bisque while great is not poured at table. The drinks were excellent and the bread is complementary and fresh. Importantly, the service is fantastic- attentive, respectful, and kind to guests. I personally think Abe and Louie had a stronger offering, in their foods and interior decor, but they are also priced accordingly, and I would happily come to Mooo any time for a fun upscale dinner that has great value and quality.

    Elissa P.

    Happy new year lunch..Ambiance was nice... there was a group of four and there was no disappointment from the bread to cocktails and of course the steaks... they were all divine! The Béarnaise sauce was delicious as mentioned " I'll take the Béarnaise to go via IV" The service was top-notch notch our waiter was very attentive. Can't wait for the next visit. No pictures of the steak as we dug in.

    Mooo Side Flight
    Muriel D.

    Had to try Moo after seeing it ranked number 1 on Beli. The reviews were very compelling so I went in with high standards. The complimentary bread was soft and yummy but didn't stand out to me. We got the bing bing mocktail which was delicious. It was a nice, refreshing fruity drink and I was tempted to order another. For food, my friend and I split a ribeye, the Moo flight, wagyu dumplings, and the mac and cheese. The food was good but I think I went in with too high hopes. The cost wasn't too bad in my opinion, we got a lot of food for a decent price. Neither of us drink so that may have also been why haha. They did also give us complimentary chocolate truffles since we were celebrating a birthday; the plate had a personalized HBD message that was a very sweet touch! It's a great establishment but l think Boston has other great steakhouses. Overall I'd give it a 7/10 wagyu dumplings: 7/10, I thought the dough was a bit too thick, leading to a chewiness that took away from the meat filling ribeye: 7/10, it wasn't anything special. Could have been juicier and more fresh macaroni: 8/10, it was pretty good! good enough that I HAVE to have it? no moo flight: 9/10, great portion sizes and variety, the mashed potatos and mushrooms were my favorite. The truffle fries and creamed spinach were also good. Great for anyone wanting to try a little bit of everything service: 10/10, very attentative and kind

    Broccolini
    Jason C.

    Solid steakhouse & date night! We had 7pm Monday night reservations & were sat immediately. Staff was friendly & attentive all night. We ordered the roasted bone marrow, filet mignon, prime bone-in dry aged ribeye, & grilled broccolini. Ambiance was dark & perfect for a date night. Unfortunately, we didn't have room for dessert but they gave us chocolate covered marshmallows! Steak was solid. Cooked perfectly & very good quality. Broccolini was definitely on the spicier side, but tasty. Just beware. Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice steak night.

    Crispy Calamari
    Tessa L.

    zardetto prosecco 4/5 font-sane 3.5/5 dinner rolls 5/5 crispy calamari 3.5/5 american wagyu cap 5/5 prime bone in dried age ribeye 5/5 moo side flight 4.5/5 broccolini 4/5 chocolate cake 4.5/5 Loved this place - a bit on the pricey side, but if you want a nice steak dinner, I would recommend. Aside from the steaks, the dinner rolls were amazing - I was taken by surprise at how good they were. Service was good. We spent around 2.5 hours enjoying dinner and didn't feel rushed at all and our server gave good recommendations. He also made sure to cut our steaks in half when we mentioned that we were sharing everything. I liked that even though the place was filled, the high back chairs and layout of the room made it feel like we had our own private spot.

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    Mary Ann V.

    The best bread from a steakhouse I've had. Had the bone marrow and filet Service was friendly and loved the manager had a great chat with us. Interior and decor was nice. Definitely upscale/old school feel too.

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    Nice place, good food, but the staff leaves much to be desired. they have some of the least friendly staff I have ever seen.

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    Expensive but worth it - recommend the bone marrow as an accompaniment - service os excellent!

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    Great brunch. Very nice interior and location. The brunch menu is very reasonable and the food very good .

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