So we call on Monday (today) and ask if they have Buck a Shuck Oysters and the person on the phone tells us "yes they do". We navigate the Worcester traffic for a late afternoon treat. When we sit at the bar we are informed that there are no oysters. I feel they need to get the details in line before telling people details for the day specials. We were not the only people that were disappointed. Bartender was very good to us and shared her sincere regrets. read more

Would prefer to give it a 4.5. Menu is varied, food is always rock solid with large portions at decent prices. Quality and interesting draft list at decent prices. Great liquor and mixed drink selection too. Service has always been good and VERY quick. Inside is clean and ambiance is perfect for the overall vibe. Seriously - What any pub should aspire to be. read more

The Boynton: Where "Portion Control" Goes to Die ​If you're looking for a dainty meal and a quiet place to contemplate your life choices, you're in the wrong zip code. The Boynton is a Worcester institution where the napkins are thin, the booths are legendary, and the food portions are sized for a literal grizzly bear preparing for hibernation. ​The Highlights: ​The Pizza: The crust is weirdly sweet, the cheese is an architectural hazard, and it's arguably the most addictive substance in Central Mass. One slice is a meal; a whole pie is a commitment to a three-day nap. ​The "Buckets": Why drink from a glass when you can drink neon-colored spirits out of a literal sand pail? It's all fun and games until you reach the bottom and realize you can't remember your own zip code. ​The Chaos: It's a beautiful, loud mess of WPI students, local legends, and families. If you don't have a reservation, just pull up a chair in the parking lot and wait three business days. ​The Verdict: You will arrive as a functioning member of society and leave as a human-pizza hybrid in desperate need of stretchy pants. ​5/5 stars. I regret nothing except trying to finish those fries. read more

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I've been a few times and today I had their Cowboy Tortellini special and it was to die for! So good and asked for so often, they may put it on the daily menu! Staff is super, ample parking in the back. Highly recommend. read more

The Boynton is a solid spot right around the WPI area. It's easy to get to, but parking can be a tough spot during the busy hours. The wait isn't usually all that ling when it is busy, so it's worth calling ahead. The menu is solid, though I tend to gravitate to the appetizers when I am out with friends. Not a bad thing on the menu, and the pizza is delicious. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I like the seating in the upper lounge area. It's got a unique feel and it's a fave of mine. read more

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Food is always great. Place is always busy but the wait is never too long. Plenty of parking, waitstaff is very attentive and pleasant. We both had dishes we've never ordered before and we will definitely be getting them again. read more

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - Cowboy Steak Tortellini and Korean BBQ Chix - Pizza Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

We got right in this time which was great! My son and I both or the bbq chicken flatbread pizza and my husband ordered the Cowboy steak tortellini which was delicious. It was delicious and we loved everything! Great staff and fast service. read more

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Another amazing dinner at The Boynton.. We kicked off with festive winter cocktails, followed by potstickers with a perfect Thai sweet chili sauce that had a nice kick. I savored the spinach & arugula salad--so fresh and flavorful--while he indulged in the prime truffle burger, loaded with bacon, egg, & mushrooms, all complemented by a truffle aioli that was to die for. read more

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Great service, amazingly varied & huge menu (many choices!). Went after visit to Worcester Art Museum. Really fun & fit the bill for relaxation & good food experience! Convenient. I think a Worcester Dining Institution. read more

The food came out fresh and the portions were generous for the price. The service was a little slow during the busy hours, but overall it was still a nice experience and I'd definitely come back again. read more

The food came out fresh and flavorful, and the atmosphere was really nice and relaxing. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome the whole time. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the service was quick even though it was busy. read more

Entered near parking, which was ample. Clean tables and floors! Ordered use my "tester of tender" knowledge which is my old fashion with bullet rye! Chewy made it to perfection, he mentioned his actual name but seems his old fashion recipe succeeded. Fish tacos top notch as well as fried Brussels sprouts! Will totally return! read more

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - One large cube ice and one yummy cherry, with pure skill, all that is needed! Thank you chewy!! Best tender bar thus far - Pizza Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Went for lunch yesterday. The TBLT was as bad as you can get. I have always had good food at The Boynton, but this lunch was poor at best. In between the soggy bread was old tasting turkey, deli type that was sitting around for a few days in the fridge, one piece of bacon, soggy lettuce or whatever it was, a tomato and this sandwich was something that should have never left the kitchen. I asked for mayo to give it some flavor and when that failed to work, put salt on it. Nothing could get me past the old turkey. The FF were good but the catsup was empty after some use and no replacement was brought when we asked. I should have sent it back but I did not. Garbage lunch. read more

We arrived shortly after opening on a Thursday and we were seated immediately. The menu has a lot of variety. We went with the boom boom platter and a red hot chicken pizza. The platter came with an assortment of small eats like chicken wings, falafel, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, brussel sprouts and fried pickles. They were fine. Nothing stood out. The pizza was thin crust and crispy but the cheese and saucy didn't really adhere for the dough so it felt disjointed. It tasted fine, again, not stand out. read more

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I've been here a handful of times, and every visit has been great! The restaurant is always busy when I come in, and a few weeks ago, I tried to stop by but couldn't even find a spot at the bar. I ended up heading to another restaurant, but that's OK--business is booming, and I'm not hating on that! My friend and I came in for a girls' lunch date and both ordered the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Flatbread--one with tomatoes, one without. When the plate arrived, it wasn't what I expected, and honestly, I wasn't sure I'd enjoy it. But after my friend gave me some pointers on how to eat it, I took that first bite, and WOW--the flavors just burst in my mouth! It was absolutely amazing. I've never even had a Caesar salad before (I only started enjoying salads this year!), but this dish completely exceeded my expectations. It was even better than the pictures make it look! Our server was awesome--super accommodating and attentive. At one point, they even dimmed the lights for ambience, which I really appreciated--it added a nice touch to the atmosphere. When our drinks arrived, my friend and I initially thought they were a little weak, but after a few sips, we realized they were just really well-mixed. I had a strawberry margarita, and she had a Captain and pineapple juice (which I judged her for at first, but I have to admit--it was actually really good!). I always enjoy coming here and will definitely be back many more times in the future! (**I do enjoy that they actually leave a decent amount of napkins on the table ) read more

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Went out for lunch at the Boynton and overall had a very pleasant time. Got the chili for starter and it just didn't sit well with me anbutd they took it off my bill no questions asked. But my main meal I got the Tito hero sandwich (crispy chicken breast with vodka sauce, spicy chilies, burrata, mozzarella and arugula) with wedge fries. The sandwich was beyond excellent and the fries were very, very good. Service was excellent. Bathrooms and and restaurant were clean. Overall the boy and has been around for over 50 years and it deserves to be around for another 50. Would highly recommend!! read more

The Boynton is a must stop in Worcester! The perfect spot for game day. A token celebration stop! Fam or friends visiting? Bring them on down! The menu has something for everyone, and the portions are massive. Expect quality food served with a smile every time. read more

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My husband and I come to the restaurant often. We stopped by today to have lunch. We ordered a pizza and Italian sand. We really enjoyed. The server was polite and profesional, it feels great atmosphere. We definitely come back! read more

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One of the best restaurants in Worcester. It's a busy place!parking can be a real challenge. They have a parking lot or back and an attendant who can recommend a spot or direct toy to alternatives if the lot is full. Parking is free. Inside it is a brewpub ambience. Food is delicious. Service is friendly and efficient. I usually come here for fresh seafood when I'm in the area (currently live in Maryland). I'm never disappointed. This visit I shared a seafood platter with my fiancé. The scallops were the best part...sweet and juicy. The fish came in smallish pieces which was good since we were sharing. The platter came with a huge mound of potato wedges which made the player look a whole lot bigger than it really needed to be. We couldn't finish them. Prices were fair for what you get, though not cheap. Since we split the seafood platter we felt good about our choices and out final bill. read more

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Everything is great for the price. And portions are worth what you pay for and service is great. Beer selection is great also

I liked the historic exterior. Inside was big and expansive, very busy and noisy. Our booth helped muffle noise a bit. Draft beer selection was very good, our waitress was very knowledgeable, and the beer was cold and delicious. Food was all right, not great. Overall, maybe a fun place for those seeking such a popular and lively dinner spot, less desirable for ones prioritizing food quality and conversation. read more

Ordered a small chicken Caesar salad to go.For $14.50, it was definitely not worth it. read more

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - Measly chicken breast, half a head of romaine, soft croutons - Pizza Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Large iconic place with a huge menu. Maybe too huge? Food was decent enough but nothing super. I had the steak frites which was drowning in provolone. He tried the mofongo burger. The plantain roll was tasty but couldn't hold together so you had to knife and fork it. The slaw was very bland. The steak fries were yummy though! Our server was very nice!! read more

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The Boynton is an institution. I've never been where it hasn't been busy busy, but isn't that a good thing? The food is nothing gourmet, but solid and very well done. There's something for everyone. Everyone should make a trip at least once. read more

Ahh The B. Nothing says nostalgia like coming back to this local pub after two decades. A lot has changed to the good ol B since my college days! Good bye to the 10 cent wings and sticky benches and hello beautiful bar and up class food selections! Not sure this is the college hang out like it used to be - but it is definitely a great place to get some delicious food and great service at a very reasonable price. I came with 7 friends after a day of reminiscing old times at our WPI college reunion. The drinks came quick and the appetizers came warm. We all shared flatbreads and salads and everything we tried was delicious and devoured. I ordered fried pickles which may just be the best I ever had. Their burrata flatbreads were scrumptious. If I were in college now I'd be (more) broke going back there all the time! The bar is large and there is seating for both small groups and larger groups in their multi level restaurant. I think there is outdoor seating in the back, but we didn't ask or see it. All in all, definitely a place to come and hang out with friends and maybe when school is in session they will bring back those 10 cent wings! read more

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Very up beat environment great service and best of all delicious food. They have an extensive menu with different options and most important family friendly . I can't forget to mention dollar oysters Monday,would highly recommend. Come and stop by for a chill time and great food read more

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Whenever I go to Worcester my friends and I always try to stop into the Boynton. Family friendly place with a wide array of menu items. The drinks are good, food is good, and service for the most part is good. The only downside is you likely have to wait a while to be seated and it may also take a while To get your food. read more

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Hostesses, bartenders, and food were all great. Glad we found it. Loved everything. Was exactly what we were looking for read more

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Stopped in for lunch with and it was all together a very nice experience. We got there approximately around 11:30 am and we're greeted and seated right away . We had booth seating which was great for an intimate feeling and being able to chit chat and catch up with each other. The menu had a great selection and while I was tempted to get a burger, I went with the Grilled Vegetables Teriyaki and was not disappointed with that choice. The veggies were perfectly grilled and the teriyaki sauce was just lovely with the linguine. I recommend stopping in and I will definitely go back! My lunch companions both got the Chicken Caesar Salad and were happy with the extremely generous and delicious salads they had. read more

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I like going here but it takes a long time for the food but it is still very good but every time I go there's a wait 2 stars

I had a "tugboat" sandwich at lunch today and I have to say that I would have thought it difficult to mess up a roast beef sandwich. News flash: they did just that! The bread to meat ratio was ridiculous with a tiny bit of overdone beef and a fairly thick roll. It was one of the worst sandwiches I've eaten in a long time. Terrible! No worse than that. read more

Always a good go to, appetizers are always reliable sandwiches are always delicious. People are always super nice.

The oysters were phenomenal and this would be the first time I have tried the flatbread chicken Caesar and it was so good. I always ask for extra Caesar dressing anyway because I like my salad with a lot of dressing. The service was unbelievable. We sat at the bar and got seats right away. The bartender was amazing and did her rounds so fast and was on top of everything. I will definitely be back. The Boynton has a family vibe, a college vibe and a date vibe if you want to bring your significant other. For some great food. read more

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Stopped here with friends while passing thru MA. Restaurant was clean, parking was available, service was pleasant, food was very good. Lobster roll was a generous portion and burger was cooked as requested. Happy customers! read more

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I love this restaurant. There are so many choices on the menu. Reasonable prices. Excellent service!

The menu is extensive with plenty of options. Drinks are always on point. Staff is friendly in a very busy setting.

Awful attitude! I went with a friend because he was hungry and when I ordered a "chicken fingers" from the kids menu because I didn't feel so hungry, the waiter said "chicken tinders". I said no "chicken fingers" and I pointed at it in the menu. The waiter then said yes and got me the order, which tasted bad and didn't end up eating anything. When i was paying I realized that he charged me for another item which is double the price, and when i let them know, they said you have to be 12 years old to order from the kids menu. A thing that was neither mentioned in the menu or got told to me when i physically pointed at the item to the bartender. They rather preferred to keep it a surprise for the end I guess!!!! read more

Our go to gathering spot. Great atmosphere. Killer cocktails. Consistent food and great portion size.

Korean Chicken an absolutely amazing meal. The crunch was perfect and the sauce was delicious with a nice kick to it. The portion was huge. Great beer selection and friendly staff. The atmosphere was perfect a great place for dinner or to hang out read more

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - Korean Chicken dinner. - Pizza Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Excellent Pizza!!! I grew up eating at the Boynton. Matter of fact, I went on my first date here. I can remember how the door squeaked when you opened it and the hard swing that it had. We would always order ground beef or pepperoni with peppers and onions. It didn't matter what was on the pizza, it was the quality of the cheese, the good sauce and the excellent dough that made their pizza so wonderful. The staff were always good and they would get you anything extra like hot pepper or Parmesan cheese. When can ai visit again? read more