This restaurant is conveniently located off I-95 so it's an easy stop for anyone taking the highway and looking for good food. As a rewards member, I had a coupon for a free app this past week, so we stopped here, got two apps and a glass of wine and the total bill was less than $30 including tax and tip. Our server was very nice and friendly. The food was great. I had the delicious wings with bang bang sauce and my husband got the dumplings. The sauvignon blanc was cold and dry...just perfect. Lots of parking. read more

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Good food, decent drinks, unstable service. I visited for a birthday and while the food and drinks were decent, I felt like it was a chore to get somebody to pay attention to our table. The place is fairly large with plenty of seating, but when we were there it was fairly quiet, which is what confuses me about the service. As a kicker to the end of my meal, when we asked for the checks(we asked for it to be split as we ordered and he was fine with this), they never split anything! I'll be back for the food, but the experience has me desiring better. read more

This is a great spot to have an app and catch some March madness. The service was 5/5 or waitress was attentive and engaging asking for feedback on our drinks and food while also being fast on a Friday afternoon For food we went with some items from their st pats menu, the Irish nachos were basically cheese fries. But they were good, it was the right amount of cheese to waffle fry. For my main I got the Reuben which was Ok but a bit of a let down. Really heavy sauerkraut and thousand island flavor. The fries also were a little over cooked for my taste. All in all would go back for the massive bar and solid appetizers along with excellent service. read more

Tavern in the Square - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

I went here with three other friends during brunch hour and our service was not that great from the moment we sat down. Our server took some of our drink orders (though one of us were not yet seated) and the server had to be called back to get my order told too (even though I was sitting right in front of where they stood). Other things then occurred with this server so I won't mention them also here. I will say that the server did give great food recommendations and was prompt in getting our food to us as the food was ready. I had one of the brunch items but it did not come the way I expected it to be (I had the buttermilk pancakes with chocolate chips). I wish they had given an option of how many stacks I could get because a stack of three thick pancakes was too much for me to eat completely and the chocolate chips were not included in the pancake batter. The atmosphere was comfortable but a little loud with the volume of the music playing. Not sure if I will give this restaurant location another try. read more

I had a wonderful experience thanks to the outstanding service from John and Alaina. John, the manager, went above and beyond to help me when I was experiencing a slight medical emergency. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine concern meant a great deal to me. Alaina(I spelling?) our waitress, was absolutely wonderful as well. She provided the best service, always with a sweet smile and such a warm, caring attitude. She made sure everything was taken care of and truly made the experience great for us. Thank you, John and Alaina, for your exceptional service and for making us feel so cared for. Your kindness did not go unnoticed! read more

    **Tavern in the Square Review** If you know you know. The bolognese here is next level especially when you ask for pepper flakes on the side and extra sauce. Absolutely amazing. And fair warning I learned the hard way that this bolognese is not on every Tavern menu so when you find it appreciate it fully. Service is always warm and efficient from the moment you walk in. It feels easy and welcoming every single time. They also have a rewards system which is a nice little bonus for a spot we already frequent. This is one of our favorite local date night places. Cozy vibes great food and consistent quality keep us coming back over and over. Hubby swears by the chicken ranch sandwich and the fish and chips and honestly he is not wrong. Pop in enjoy the food enjoy the vibes and stay a while. We sometimes stay for hours and just talk and flirt! read more

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Party of 6 for my 75th birthday.Not rushed,server CRYSTAL was very attentive.Everyone loved their food and the sangria was excellent.For a Saturday afternoon everything went smothly.Lots of staff. Highly recommended and will definitely go again ! read more

I was treated to this place because my father in law loved it on a previous visit. He had been going on and on about this place and he wanted to take me when I was in town . We went late afternoon, past lunch and not quite dinner. There was a decent amount of patrons and clearly not enough staff Because there was not enough staff service was slow The portions for the meal was decent, although my dining companion remarked the tips were larger pieces than last time. This proved to be a bad thing- they were very tough and difficult to cut with the steak knives we were given. I do realize with anywhere you can get tough meat, but maybe the kitchen staff could check quality a little more given the price point We took the majority of the food home and once we were home with better knives and were able to cut them smaller it was better but still not great I had better tips at another restaurant on this trip at a much much lower price point The server was nice even though he was overworked read more

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We went on a Saturday afternoon which was pretty packed only waited for 5 minutes to be seated at the bar. The bartenders were sensational! They gave us a great experience! We had the brussel sprouts, steak tips and bayou pasta which were all good. Also the cheesecake and cookie dessert was on point! Definitely will be back sit at the bar if you want you won't be disappointed with the service! read more

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My husband is obsessed with the Bayou Chicken pasta. Literally talks about it for months after he has it. I've liked the assorted burgers I've had here - they were ok. Fries are memorable - but I think I'll try the quinoa bowl next time. The restaurant has that fancy date night/celebration ambience. The staff is very professional and keeps things moving when it's busy. Both times we've been the waiters have been really personable. The presentation, atmosphere and service are all really good. It feels like it would live up to expectation on a special night, though we've never been there for a special night. The restaurant is really annoying to get to off of route 1, but it has a good sized parking lot. It's a good night out. read more

Tavern in the Square - Bacon and blue burger and bayou chicken pasta - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

Midday lunch on a Friday on a random stop after shopping ended up with me here. Apps were bbq pizza and pretzels. Both were delicious depending on which you prefer. Entrees were a burger and tips. Dessert was cookie skillet and donuts. The food was beyond good especially for the price. They get bonus points for having a reward program as I did not know it was a chain. The caramel dip for the donuts was crazy. This place was top notch minus the service. It did not seem busy yet it took crazy long periods of time for our waitress to come back to the table for simple things like water or mistakes with food. She also wasn't too pleasant until time to pay for the check. Overall this is a must go again ! read more

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Decided to stop by Tavern in the Square. I think the food was decent. Our initial waiter decided to randomly switch out from taking our order (we thought he probably was a little overwhelmed with our kiddos trying to order), the new waitress was nice, friendly and patient with our kids. We definitely plan to return read more

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Came here with a group of friends for dinner and drinks. We started with the fried pickles and chips & guac for the table. I liked both and they were a good size for 6 of us to split. I ordered fish tacos for my entree which were average but still enjoyable. Food came out in a timely manner considering we had a larger party. The place was packed as well I didn't see any empty tables. Definitely a good place to meet friends. read more

Tavern in the Square - Fried pickles and chips & guacamole - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

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I love this large circular bar. The staff is always friendly and efficient. RJ the bartender makes the best pitaschio martinis. The Bayou Chicken was good and not too spicy as the jalapeños were more of a garnish. You should ask for extra sauce and it came out very dry. I will definately come again! read more

Tavern in the Square - Bayou Chicken Pasta is very tasty. You should ask for extra sauce. - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

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Dinner on a lively Tuesday night in Dedham! We sat at the high tops in the bar....it was loud and hard to hear each other - but fun and lively! Our waiter was unfortunately terrible - never came by....barely checked on us....was not fast about anything.....good thing was the food was all delicious!!!! The fried pickles were a huge hit! The Brussels sprouts soooo good! And all our entrees were so good! Only thing we didn't love was the tater tots - they are trending now as a menu item but these felt like from the freezer with no real crunch or flavor! Make a reservation for the restaurant part if you want quieter though! read more

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I came here on a weeknight for dinner with a group of 9 and this place was bustling with people at 7pm! The service was great and I decided on getting the steakhouse burger with sweet potato fries. The burger was definitely big enough for me to feel satisfied and full along with the side of fries. The restaurant is quite big and everything was handled well from drink service to our food and check. They are a nut free facility, so they take food allergies very seriously. Overall, a nice place to catch up with big groups. read more

Tavern in the Square - Steakhouse Burger w/ sweet potato fries - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

Not bad for a place and menu this size. I like the variety; everyone can find several dishes they'd like. A busy but well organized staff. I like all the big windows. read more

Quite pleasantly surprised. Nice place. Food was good. Wife had an excellent salad. Korean fried chicken sandwich was good. Liked the fried pickles. Service a bit slow, maybe more than a bit. Best thing was the 7 layer espresso chocolate cake. read more

Food was great and service was good. If I had not seen a review saying that even though the parking lot was full they still had room I may have not gone in. They had plenty of room but looked packed. Only complaint is they don't check if we wanted a refill during the meal. read more

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The manager with the receding hairline ruined the mood for the entire stay. I will not return, the place smelled bad and the vibe was akin to a baby's funeral. The manager looked like he wouldn't mind reaching for the cradle if his dry spell got worse than it already was. read more

This was my first time at Tavern In The Square. I had heard good things about it and my friend decided to have her birthday here. The restaurant was dimly lit, and felt inviting. It was pretty crowded, it seems like this place is a popular dinner spot! Our party was seated at a table and our waiter came over quickly to take our orders. Drinks: I went with a spiced apple sangria which was amazing! It was fruity and wasn't too strong. Others at my table got the same drink and they all enjoyed it. My friend got a Mai Tai type of drink, which came in a fun glass with a flower on top, so cute! From what I tried, it tasted great too. Entrees: I went with the Ahi tuna bowl for my main. I was so happy with this choice! The rice served with the tuna was seasoned so well and had scallions mixed in which gave it lots of flavor. The tuna was coated in a mix of seeds which added to texture when eating it. The bowl also contained diced cucumber, carrots, and pineapple (?). Two of the party members got the steak tip entree which tasted absolutely bomb. I got to try a bit of the steak and it was cooked to perfection. I will be back just to get this entree. Haha. TL;DR: The ahi tuna bowl and the steak tip entrees were really good, they have lots of fun drinks. Try this place if you're looking for a semi-casual dinner/lunch restaurant. read more

Tavern in the Square - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

This was our stop for a bite to eat on our way to a concert at Gillette Stadium! We have previously visited one other location of Tavern In The Square and enjoyed it. For ambiance you can expect sports bar vibes and honestly expect it to be loud. If you are aware of this and set expectations appropriately you'll be good. Still a solid spot to come with a group and or meet up with friends for some drinks or just some food, if crowded just be ready for noise. Plenty of parking spots and lots of seating inside to mention too. Staff was friendly from the hostess to our server who was willing to answer any questions as well checked in to make sure we were all set. Menu wise they have a large variety of offerings so everyone should easily find what something that sounds good! My wife and I as well as my mother all enjoyed our meals and would return. My wife got their steak salad and loved it and was impressed with the portion size she got! They also subbed the ranch that's typically used to a normal one since she can't do heat/spice. I got their General Tso's Chicken which was delicious and came with tempura fried broccoli that added such a good addition to the delicious chicken and rice. I would gladly order it again. My mother tried their fried chicken sandwich which was solid, I tried a little at the end and enjoyed it but the breading could have had a little extra seasoning (even just pepper and salt). Overall though we all left happy with our meals and were full. Also drink wise I need to mention the Bananas Foster Old Fashioned was an awesome cocktail! Overall everything we drank and ate was very good and service was quick and friendly so we would revisit for sure. If you find yourself nearby and are fine with sports bar vibes with a diverse menu offering check it out! read more

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Exceptional Day at TAVERN! The food was the Best I have had! Service was just as good! read more

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Came in here one night with a couple of friends. Some of at the table have gluten allergies and was happy to find plenty of GF options on the menu. The facility is nut free zone also. We ordered appetizers- broccoli and chips and guacamole. Both were delicious. For our main meals we ordered fish tacos and bean burger which came with GF bread. We also had dessert - warm skillet cookie that was gluten free. Omg! It was delicious. Our server was attentive, friendly. For a Friday night, the place was bustling with people and we enjoyed dining here. read more

Was literally presented a death threat by someone claiming to be the sister of a server for calling her 'honey' at the end of a sentence. We left, intimidated and totally shocked, we're definitely looking for trouble. Pretty unsafe place as it gets later, total shame as it's the last place that I'd ever have thought something like that would happen. There's a Yard house across the way. I'll plan on going there in future. read more

Went there on a Friday night and it was packed. Good thing we made reservation ahead of time. So reservation is encouraged unless you don't mind sitting at the bar. It is very noisy and lively. Don't expect to have an intimate dinner when you come here. Our server was nice and attentive. Drinks were great and we loved the crab rangoon appetizer. Our entrees were okay, best to stick with the appetizers. read more

Tavern in the Square - Crab Rangoon appetizer - sooooo good - Sports Bars Near Me - Dedham, Massachusetts

We came late night right before the kitchen closed and our bartender was super nice and accommodating. They were out of the house fries but she offered something even better, mac and cheese which was delicious. Her name is escaping me but the blond bartender and she also made a killer martini, will be back for sure!! read more

Great spot to watch a game!! Tons of TVs. Ample seating - we thought there would be a wait, but there wasn't. Service was good. Pretzels were great, but there was only 4 pretzels provided (thought I saw in the photos that there were 5). Awesome selection of beers. Got the wings & they were unfortunately dried out... read more

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It's a fun place to meet friends. The food selections are very good and cover many tastes. Our service was excellent. We were there for lunch in a Monday so not crowded. Good dining choice. read more

Booked a reservation for 4 a day in advance. Called to ask if I could add a chair for a child. Was told nope we are over booked. Manager said absolutely not. So losing the business of 5 people over one child. Not smart. You need to work on your people skills read more

This place is the only saving grace to the skanky Holiday Inn in staying in for two nights next door! Ugh. The beer is frosty cold and hoping the food is decent to help me sleep sounder. Service is ok, selection is deep and very populated by diners and barstoolers alike. read more

I came here again today with friends. The food was excellent, the waitstaff were above and beyond. Jonathan was our server. He was great! We met the manager also, who was very nice and friendly. The restaurant was spotless. Unfortunately, we dug into our food before I could take pictures We will definitely be back! read more

Ordered food and took 1 1/2 hours and then all the food was cold. Disappointing. Beware...Don't order fish tacos...they are sloppy and shells fall apart. Spoke to Abby the manager and she apologized. Go to one of the other nearby restaurants in this area. read more

We sat at the bar, RJ made our drinks, even the ones not in the menu. Every drink was delicious, the food was tasty and well worth its value. All the bar staff were attentive and willing to help regardless of where you sit. read more

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Just had the worst bar experience I've had in a very long time. Sat at the bar which wasn't busy. The bartender walked by me at least six times and did not acknowledge me, no eye contact, complete avoidance. It was so odd the lady a couple stools down looked at me and shook her head apologizing. I was about to leave when I just called out for him and asked for a Guinness. He went right to the tap to start it, when he returned to top it off he set it aside to start another one. To my disgust, he actually gave my beer to a friend of his sitting a few stools away from me. I was furious and finally got up and went to speak to the manager. Biggest A-hole move I think I've ever experienced. Stay clear of the guy with the real short blondish hair. He sucks! read more

This place is a wonderful sports bar. The food was excellent. Definitely try the Bayou Chicken Pasta. So, so, so flavorful. The staff is quick and friendly. Everyone always has a smile. My bartender, Jason, was amazing. Went here 2 nights in a row on a business trip. He remembered my name and what I was drinking from the night before. I will definitely be back next time in the area. read more

There was a mishap in the kitchen that caused a slight delay in our food and we were treated very nicely despite the situation, John was very lovely and handled everything extremely well even though the situation might have not been ideal and probably stressful onto the busy work night. I appreciate the effort from the staff, as well as amazing food with employees that go above and beyond for their clients, 10/10 would eat again. read more

Phenomenal! Seems preposterous that this place doesn't have a 4+ star average. Who are these other diners? Michelin star critics? I don't get it! Everything we had was wonderful! We started with a quesadilla with guacamole- delicious with roasted bell peppers! I had the Korean fried chicken sandwich with a green side salad instead of fries because your girl is trying not to pack on too many pounds during my visit to Massachusetts. My husband had the bolognese and my mother in law had the tavern burger. All SO GOOD! Clean plate club except for my MIL because she's part bird. Our waitress was so good that I even forgive her for pointing out that she was two years old when the movie 28 days later movie came out (we were heading to the theatre after lunch). 10/10 read more

The only reason I'm not giving 1 star is the food was very good. Had lunch at the bar. Went for lunch. Two bartenders and perhaps 8 ppl at the bar. Not busy at all. Had to wave and flag down the female bartender to order a second drink after waiting too long. Never checked in to offer another drink, to offer to pack up leftovers. Gave me a box / no utensil to place the food into the to go container. Had to flag her down again for the check. Dud not pick up the check and card. So I dropped it off at the register as she was putting in someone's order. Such poor service for a nearly empty bar. Dropped off the final check without a word. So as a former bartender and a 30% tipper for the first time ever I left no tip. Sorry , but this was so inexcusable. Poor attitude , inattentive service during an obvious slow period. She could have earned an excellent tip with a bit of effort.to make customers feel as if you are doing them a favor by waiting on them - in the wrong profession ! read more

Great ambiance, great beer. I was excited to see the 'Coming Soon' sign for Tavern In The Square at what was previously a barren lot. They have a great reputation at other locations and this new one does not disappoint. The parking lot appears to be at capacity every time I pass by, proving the popularity of coming to this place for a bite to eat after work. I suggest making a reservation unless you're comfortable at the bar (which is not a bad spot to be). It's your classic sports restaurant with big screens all over and classic dishes on the menu. read more

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