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    Ristorante Serena

    4.7 (29 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Haddock al forno
    John A.

    We decided to go out for a light dinner. Not wanting to drive far we figured we would try this new restaurant in town. At first you notice the place was Small in dining room size with a nice bar to greet us. The magic comes once you are seated. Very nice staff and good servers are a plus. You feel a vibrant atmosphere with nice smells of pastas, meats and fish. We had lasagna which was very good. Great taste. Our second dish was the haddock al forno. Very fresh and well prepared. Our compliments to the chef. I can't wait to try it again.

    Eggplant rollettini

    Lovely Italian restaurant with easy street parking and a cozy atmosphere. The food is delicious with great menu options. It can get a bit loud when the place is full, but that's understandable given the small space. They serve both olive oil and butter with the bread, but I personally prefer just the olive oil or a fresh, non-pre-packaged butter, which feels more elegant and healthier. The orchid garnish felt slightly out of place for Italian cuisine, maybe using fancier plates for presentation would look better than a flower. Overall, a great experience, and I'll definitely be back and recommending it to friends.

    Chicken parm
    Kiki D.

    What a cute awesome place !! I am so happy we found this restaurant ! I am hard to be pleased with my Italian food but I was 100% satisfied. From my appetizer, the Eggplant rollatini to my Tortellini Vodka with a side of Chicken parmigiana ! The desserts were absolutely delicious as well ! Strawberry cake layered with mascarpone. I am so thrilled I do not have to go far for my new and only go to place for my Italian food!! Service was so attentive and friendly. Maria was great !

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    7 months ago

    Great food with personal touch. Great service and you will enjoy every single bite. The place is nice and cozy.

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    10 months ago

    It was a great meal friendly staff. The restaurant had a good vibe and was an enjoyable evening.

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    11 months ago

    Excellent place for Italian food, service and ambiance is A+ a Calabrese touch to their dishes. Bon-appetit!

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    1 year ago

    Food again amazing..service seller great restaurant..and they listed now have higher chairs..this is an owner who cares about his patrons

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    A unique, intimate atmosphere that included great food, service, and reasonable prices!

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    The Baldwin Bar

    The Baldwin Bar

    3.7(233 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    1. Great cocktails. 2. Great appetizers…read more 3. Inside atmosphere was super. 4. Probably the best menu selection for my taste.

    Have visited several times over the past 4 years when coming back to visit family in the area. A…read morenumber of other reviewers have commented that "things have changed", and I, unfortunately, agree. Visited on a Saturday evening - the place should be packed, but it wasn't. I easily secured a same day bar seat reservation for 8PM. After checking in, was seated at a half empty downstairs bar. No physical menus, everything was done via a QR which is fine I guess, but for a spot that positions itself as a premiere bar a bit tacky. The online menu on the public website is the only menu and where the QR takes you. I asked for a spirits list (logical for a cocktail forward bar), I got a quizzical look and a shrug of the shoulders in return. Given the menu was only 8 cocktails, picking from those I started with the Beachcomber Mai Tai for a whopping $18. This, if it's the true spec, should be a rum forward cocktail with 2 1/2 oz of rum. They batch their cocktails (not a problem) so I couldn't see their build, but there is absolutely no way this drink is made to specification - my guess is they are skimping on rum as a cost play, batching lets them get away with it. Drink was, frankly, pretty forgettable - not bad, just unremarkable. Wanting to see how they could do off-menu, I asked the bartender to make me a Hemingway Daiquiri. Now, for a cocktail bar that has a long history of rum centric and tiki leaning cocktails, this should be an off the top of their head cocktail. It's simple - white rum, lime and grapefruit juice, and maraschino liqueur. Bartender had never heard of it before, and then spent a few minutes staring in to his phone presumably looking up the recipe. He built it using Rhum JM white rum which is absolutely the wrong rum for this drink - it needs a white Cuban rum (which we know we can't get in the U.S.), so the usual sub would be Bacardi, Planteray 3 stars, Probitas, or others. Definitely not a Martinique agricole. This may be a too detailed nit for some, but with the framing that this is supposed to be a premium cocktail bar, this is an error that should not happen, and not for $18. Figuring the third time might be a charm, ordered the Trader Vic 1944 Mai Tai. This is the classic, the standard against which all others are measured. It's a distinct recipe, especially if you call yours the 1944 Mai Tai. This was not that. It was again light on rum with probably the wrong rums used in their blend. It was also substantially over dosed with orgeat making the almond sweetness an almost overpowering flavor versus playing a subtle supporting actor role. Again, swing and a miss. Drinkable if you like sweet, and don't mind hefty almond. But if you want to try the real Mai Tai - this is not it. Overall, for the price, fairly indifferent bar service, lack of information available to the customer (e.g., spirits list, etc.), and fairly off the mark cocktails I think you can find far better spots right now for that same money. If you definitely want that tiki inspired cocktail vibe - your better bet will be places like Wusong Road in Cambridge or Shore Leave in Boston, and I'm sure there are others. Sorry Baldwin Bar, you've lost your edge and it shows.

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    The Baldwin Bar - Inconspicuous exterior - love it

    Inconspicuous exterior - love it

    The Baldwin Bar - Excellent cocktail presentation

    Excellent cocktail presentation

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    Karma

    Karma

    4.2(48 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Came here for Nik's birthday and we got the golden honey boneless spare ribs and grand sushi and…read moresashimi platter to share between 3 adults. It was very grand and decadent. The spare ribs were tasty and I think they had some truffle oil. The sushi and sashimi was very fresh. The chefs provided 3-6 pieces of sashimi/sushi/nigiri of each type of fish so we could do our own tasty menu together. Our sushi boat came with the seared hamachi make + caviar roll which was really good. I would definitly order that again. The prices can be expensive, but the sushi is fresh and worth it for special occassions!

    I come here every other month, it's so good!! It's a nice suburban restaurant that is beautiful…read moreinside. Yesterday the food came out at a good pace, but sometimes it comes out all at once and is overwhelming. The waiters are always so nice. Food: - hot and sour soup (8.5/10): great starter. the wonton chips on top were such a good addition. - lettuce wraps (8.5/10) - spicy edamame (9/10): can't go wrong - pork potstickers (9/10: i love the seasoning on these. - yellowtail thai basil spoons (10/10): my favorite thing on the menu, we always get 2 to start and 2 to end they are amazing. spicy, and so much flavor. - duck bao (4/10): i personally did not like the flavor of these so will skip next time. - crispy chicken wings (10/10): my favorite chicken wings! love the flavor. spicy - spicy tuna crispy rice (9/10): a must order as well!! love the presentation - seared hamachi and banana pepper (9/10): the fish is so fresh and the sauce is flavorful. - tuna pizza (7/10): these are good! i think there's too much going on for me but a lot of people love them so worth a try. - tuna taco (8.5/10): i like these more than the tuna pizza!! - salmon and fingerling potato (8.5/10) - black pepper udon noodles (8.5/10)

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    Karma - 11 party seating arrangement near the sushi bar

    11 party seating arrangement near the sushi bar

    Karma - Delicioius and theatrical presentation of Salmon on Fire

    Delicioius and theatrical presentation of Salmon on Fire

    Karma - Bar area

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    Bar area

    Krave Kitchen & Bar - Chocolate cake (good ganache, v rich)

    Krave Kitchen & Bar

    4.0(62 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Casual dining about on par with your local Applebee's…read more Vibe: Bar and lots of seating including an area that can be curtained off presumable for private events, overall casual family friendly vibe. Service: Good, fast, pleasant Food: The Asian beef tacos which were fine, came with 3 tacos, heavy on the filling, flavors were so-so. The chocolate cake was a layered cake, the ganache was good, could have used more strawberry slices to cut through the richness. Drinks: The Raspberry lime rickey mocktail was perfectly sweet and sour, tasted like candy. Value: Tacos were $18, for the quality I would say that these were overpriced. The cake was a good portion for desert and was $9. Other: The bathroom was dark, could improve in the lighting. Obviously more a customer issue and could have gone between cleanings but there was shredded paper towels scattered on the ground. Overall this wasn't a bad meal by any means, just overpriced for basic food.

    There are three key elements to a successful, well-rounded Yelp review--food, service, and…read moreambiance--and Krave earned a gold star in every single one. The food was nothing short of exceptional. Both simple and deeply nuanced, every dish I tried offered a fresh, elevated take on a familiar favorite. Each bite was packed with flavor, making for a truly memorable dining experience. The shrimp tacos, for instance, were a seafood lover's dream--perfectly grilled shrimp paired with crisp, fresh vegetables and a creamy taco sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas filled to the brim. As for the mozza balls, they were a revelation. Hot and crispy on the outside, generously dusted with fresh Parmesan, and bursting with rich, creamy mozzarella inside. The crust was so perfectly crunchy that even Sonic's legendary mozzarella sticks would have some serious competition. These golden bites of cheesy perfection were nothing short of divine. The fried shrimp were enormous and cooked to absolute perfection, encased in a flavorful, perfectly crispy batter. They were incredible on their own--so much so that the accompanying dipping sauce, while a nice touch, was completely unnecessary. The bruschetta was warm and fluffy, topped with juicy, perfectly ripened tomatoes and a generous handful of fresh, peppery arugula, all drizzled with rich, warm olive oil. There was plenty to share--but it was so good, you wouldn't want to. The food was so insanely good that I was kraving more before I even made it home--seriously, I considered turning the car around halfway just for another bite. The service was top-notch from the moment we sat down. Our server greeted us before we even had our chairs pulled out, welcomed us to Krave, handed us menus, and took our drink orders right away. She was back quickly with full glasses and a friendly smile. When we ordered appetizers, she kept us updated on their progress, making sure we never had to wonder when they'd arrive. Attentive, efficient, and genuinely welcoming--it doesn't get much better than that. She kept that same level of service throughout our entire visit--never missing a beat. Our glasses stayed full, our table stayed clear, and we never had to ask for a thing. This was the kind of service that makes you want to tip extra extra. The ambiance was perfect--Krave has the chill vibe down to a science. Relaxed atmosphere, great lighting, comfy seating, and just the right level of background noise to keep things lively without being overwhelming. If my kids hadn't been with me, I could've easily made myself at home at the bar for the afternoon. Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish. I usually try to visit a new restaurant every time I go out, just to keep things interesting. But Krave might have just messed up that plan--it's definitely earned a spot on my list of go-to places.

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    Krave Kitchen & Bar - Inside

    Inside

    Krave Kitchen & Bar - Brunch burger

    Brunch burger

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    Krave

    The Bancroft - Tommy before cut

    The Bancroft

    4.0(945 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$$

    We had gone to Bancroft several years ago and really liked it. It is a splurge kind of place so we…read moredon't go that often. We went on New Year's Eve and boy was it great. I rarely give five stars but this place deserves it. The atmosphere was as it should be, a restaurant, not a New Year's Eve sports bar. It started off with great dinner rolls that you could eat a hundred of. We also had a nice house Canernet Sauvignon. Appetizer was a seafood tower (oysters, shrimp, lobster). A great start. My wife had a filet mignon and fries, I had a rib eye (I never have any other steak) and Brussels sprouts. Everything was absolutely delicious, an absolute riot of flavor. If I could change two things, I wish they had a bone-in ribeye and I would pass on the red wine salt. A little TOO salty. I topped it off with cappuccino. We skipped dessert as they would have had to roll us out of there. Price pre-tip- $245. Worth every penny. This a great steakhouse and loke I said, I almost never give five stars. Great job, folks.

    Was there for the first time. We were a large group ~ 12 people. Bar service prior to being…read moreseated was very good - great drinks and service. We were told we would have a table that sat 12 but ended up in a long bench seat that was very bad in terms of trying to have conversations - the bench seat had chairs on one side and a velour bench on the other...the velour bench was terribly uncomfortable...trying to 'scoot in/out' was a very arduous task. Seafood tower was good. Rib Eye steak was average at best - very salt about 1/2 inch thin. The place was jammed and must do things right, more times that wrong, but I'm hard pressed to go back.

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    The Bancroft
    The Bancroft - Baby Iceberg Wedge   Berkshire Blue

    Baby Iceberg Wedge Berkshire Blue

    The Bancroft - Prime at Butcher Cut Salt  Pepper Tomahawk Rib Steak for 2, Bag of French Fries, Sautéed Local Mushrooms

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    Prime at Butcher Cut Salt Pepper Tomahawk Rib Steak for 2, Bag of French Fries, Sautéed Local Mushrooms

    Common Craft - Fish taco

    Common Craft

    3.8(101 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    We really liked this place. I was nervous it wouldn't be kid friendly but I was dead wrong it…read moredefinitely was! We had an amazing server who was also the bartender, so friendly and extremely patient with our two little ones. Our food was great we got the short rib tacos and the potato flatbread in both were delicious. The drinks were definitely a highlight with the margarita and beer evening out the stress of having two little kids at lunch.

    Well...fun concept for a place and I can see how it would be popular for groups. Different themed…read morebar areas, some games, live music on given nights. Interesting local beer on tap and other local sourced drinks. The food however, was disappointing. Chicken and Waffles: waffles were incredibly sweet. Like dessert sweet. Made worse by hot honey topping and a sweet breading on the chicken. First bites were good but you get over sweeted pretty quick. OG chicken sandwich was so, so, dry. Same very sweet fried chicken, dry slaw that didn't add any flavor, a few pickles that helped a bit, but no real flavor. The chicken (on the waffles too) was hammered...fried till super dry. Comes with a side of potato chips but they weren't hot or seasoned. The big pretzel app was good. Beer cheese was ok, honey mustard was better. Sorry we didn't enjoy ourselves more. Nice people and very good service.

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    Common Craft - Sign with beautiful skyline

    Sign with beautiful skyline

    Common Craft - Country Brined Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Country Brined Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Common Craft - Pat LaFrieda's Signature Burger

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