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    The Kenmore

    4.4 (115 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Burgers, Hot Dogs
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Best night!

    I have EVERYTHING amazing to say about RANDALL. We were in town from out of state for 48 hours for a Rosalía concert, he made an effort to make us feel seen and appreciated, and left us with such a positive energy when I had an early 6:30am flight to catch. I cannot say enough about Randall. 10/10. THANK YOU RANDALL for serving us!!!! And making our night cap so sweet.

    Jennifer T.

    Decent food for the price in the area. They are a little hidden but there's plenty of seating both in and outside. Food is relatively cheap but nothing that blows you away. The summer special was the lobster roll and it was $25 and filled with large chunks of lobster. The nachos were alright, but the plate was huge and enough to share.

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    Jamie N.

    My sister and I stopped here for a quick bite after seeing Jake Shane and the staff is soooo lovely! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and the bar tender was very accommodating given we were there about 45 minutes before the kitchen closed. They have really good prices for their food! I opted for their BBQ burger with cajun fries and it was delicious! My sister for their Brussel sprouts and a hot dog and I could tell it hit the spot for her! The food did take a bit long to come out but that was okay. Would definitely come back here!

    Brandon H.

    I didn't know how else to get this feedback to the restaurant. Why does the hot dog say it comes with condiments on it, but then EVERY time I order it, it comes with nothing??? There aren't even options to add condiments to specify. please FIX YOUR ONLINE MENU. It sounds so simple but you're falsely advertising food with ingredients that you ARENT including - KETCHUP MUSTARD AND RELISH ON A BUN, but that has never been served to me!

    Brunch hot dog and fries
    Kit D.

    This is a solid spot for a cheap, quick bite to eat while watching the game. My girlfriend and I found ourselves amid the chaos of a Fenway baseball game, super hangry. We ventured to the Kenmore area to avoid the crowd and stumbled across this place. It's a small little sports bar with high top seating. We sat at the bar and the bartender took the time to explain the menu despite it being busy. The prices here are super cheap for pretty solid food. I ordered a brunch hot dog with Cajun fries for $8. My girlfriend got a double California turkey burger with a side salad. The bartender accidentally served my girlfriend somebody else's burger at first, and then took the plate out from under us and gave it to the guy sitting next to us, which was a bit odd but we didn't touch the burger so it was fine. Her real burger was tasty and cooked perfectly. I would definitely come here to watch sports and grab a cheap bite to eat. Our meal for two people was about $20. Amazing!

    The K burger with fries
    Eva A.

    Kind of a small hole in the wall spot? I feel like I found a hidden gem. It's cozy, the food is SO cheap, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. I got the kenmore dog, which honestly was a regular hot dog with average toppings, but it hit the spot! Would 100% come back to try the other varieties, they're all under $6. The K burger was perfectly medium rare, juicy, and the K sauce is to die for. Caesar salad is delicious. Portions are a bit smaller than your typical restaurant (but perfect for me honestly), salads and fries are an extra $2.50 but for the burger/hot dog price point, whatever. We happened to come in on a day where Kona beer was having an event and we got free hats- super cute and Kona beer's one of my favorites. Anyway, as much as I'd like to keep the Kenmore as my secret, I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick cheap bite :)

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    Food was excellent, service was delightful and helpful. We all loved our burgers and we were so glad to have found this place on Yelp. Great experience all around! (Also, get the seasoned tots...delicious!)

    Great bar and TVs.
    Hoppy J.

    Was at The Kenmore today...8/11/2024. What a superlative place. Both of us had a hamburger for $6.75 and shared a hot dog, which was $4.50. The burger, on a brioche bun--cooked a perfect medium-rare--had bibb lettuce, tomato and pickles. It was one of the most flavorful burgers I've ever had. The hot dog was on a buttered hot dog roll. Again, one of the best hot dogs ever. Even better than the food was the service and staff. 5-star all the way. This place is a right on Commonwealth Avenue, and a 7 minute walk to Fenway Park. Nice and airy with sweet outdoor seating.

    The Kenmore hot dog, with grilled onions & peppers, on a grilled bun. Sooo good!

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    1 month ago

    Great spot to grab a quick bite and watch a game. The food was good, the service was great, and it's in a very walkable area.

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    The food was fantastic and our waitress, Danielle, was even better. Whatever you're paying her, double it bc she deserves it!

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    Awful service. The bartender was more concerned about getting some from the girls down the bar than taking care of customers. Come on guys.

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    School visit with my daughter for BU. Bumped into this restaurant. Perfectly cooked burger and fries! Sevice is great. Will come again

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    Danielle and her brother provided great service last night. Such a friendly bar and great beer selection.

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    Limited menu. Great burgers. Didn't like the Brussels sprouts. Drinks were delicious. Friendly staff.

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    10 months ago

    Yummy delicious burgers, perfectly crispy fries, drinks and awesome tunes. Great attentive service. Cozy friendly atmosphere. Def recommend!

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    1 year ago

    Breakfast Burger and tots were amazing! Kyle our server was even better! Seriously one of my favorite burgers I've ever had.

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    Pauli's

    Pauli's

    4.3
    (1.7k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    I got the Vito. Holy shit. This is the kind of sandwich that ruins all other sandwiches. I did…read morethings to this sandwich that are not family-friendly. Upon taking the last bite, I was sent back into the cold reality of the world, a reality in which I wasn't eating that sandwich.

    Pauli's is a casual sandwich shop in Boston's North End that has become well known for its lobster…read morerolls, while also serving a wide variety of sandwiches, soups, and comfort food. We walked into a simple counter-service space with limited indoor seating, the kind of place that feels more like a grab-and-go stop than a sit-down lunch spot. Even with its small footprint, there was a steady stream of customers coming in for one of the signature sandwiches, and the energy of the room stayed practical and focused on getting orders out efficiently. The lobster roll is the clear standout. We ordered one and found it generously filled with lobster meat, making it feel substantial compared to many other lobster rolls around the city. Whether you choose it hot with butter or cold with mayo, the focus stays on the lobster itself rather than overwhelming it with extra ingredients. The toasted roll added just enough texture without taking away from the filling. Although the lobster roll gets most of the attention, the rest of the menu offers plenty of options if seafood is not what you are looking for. There are oversized sandwiches, soups like clam chowder, and classic sides that make it easy to find something for different tastes. The portions are generous overall, making the prices feel reasonable considering the amount of food you receive. The service was quick and efficient, which fits the fast-paced counter-service concept. The staff moved through orders with speed, and the food came out without much delay. The biggest thing to keep in mind is the limited seating, especially during lunch hours or peak tourist seasons in the North End. If the dining area is full, taking your food to go or finding a nearby outdoor spot can be a better option. Overall, Pauli's is a great stop if you are looking for a satisfying lobster roll without an overly formal seafood restaurant experience. The generous portions, straightforward menu, and convenient location make it an easy place to visit while exploring the North End, especially if lobster rolls are at the top of your list.

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    Love Dog Hot Dog Buffet

    Love Dog Hot Dog Buffet

    4.1
    (26 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $

    Maybe the best kept secret in Greater Boston. It's a hot dog buffet in the parking lot of a…read moremotorcycle parts dealer. The staff speaks limited English but food is the language we all speak. They are so friendly and will F you up with anything you want. This isn't a toppings bar. It's thanksgiving dinner, super bowl Sunday, and forth of July all over your hot dog. Pressed, sliced, it don't matter. Worth going JUST for a dog, bun, and mustard. But you'd have to be insane to ask for anything less than "a little of everything" I was kinda iffy about paying $9 dollars for a hot dog but it's truly a steal.

    This was our first time visiting the brick and mortar location. We moved away from the area and…read morehaven't had Love Dog in a couple years. The space is really nice, clean, and very nostalgic, it gives old school 90s Brasil vibes, iykyk! There is limited parking right in front of the restaurant with their food truck taking up half the spots. There were no staff present when we walked in, they were in the back, so we went up and ordered using the tablets. While convenient, I find this set up super impersonal. The food, 1 burger, 2 pressed hotdogs, and fries, took longer than we expected 20-25 mins. Once we did interact with the staff, they were super friendly! Now for the food, fries were way over salted, we had to wipe them off using napkins. Burger meat and bun were dry, the patty was also really salty. The pressed hotdogs were fine but they changed the hot dog they use and it wasn't our preference. The homemade mayo was really nice. While the sandwiches are substantial, given the quality, they're expensive when compared with similar options in the area. Overall, not as good as we remembered though I would recommend for the close to what you'd find in Brasil, authentic experience. We hope they can get back to what made them so special when they first started!

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    Simco's

    Simco's

    3.5
    (146 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    Thought I'd give this place a try again after a few years, and I can see why I haven't been back…read more First of all, the pricing is beyond absurd! Ordered a large clam strips 0/10 It was a large portion but they were extremely soggy and rubbery, could barely chew them. I did call and make them aware and they advised I had to come back to either get it remade or get something else instead. I would've preferred my money back because my replacement wasn't any better Pepperoni pizza 4/10 Had a good amount of toppings but the bottom was completely soggy and falling apart Steak combo 5/10 It was okay but the bread was overly toasted and there wasn't much meat for the price point Fried dough 8/10 It's really good but not worth the price for the portion size and I'd wish they'd break up the powdered sugar instead of throwing giant rocks in the box. French fries 6/10 They're French fries. Nothing to call home about Cheesecake 6/10 Good sized slice but not a fan of the fake strawberry glaze on it Grilled chicken Salad 5/10 Portion size is good but mainly lettuce and not the other toppings and the grilled chicken just tasted of char. No other flavor The place looks completely run down outside and the woman at the windows attitude matched, however, the man on the phone was really nice and accommodating. For the price they should definitely be giving better quality food and larger portions.

    Grilled chicken Pizza was crack!!!! Crust was perfect and not too heavy on the sauce! Great pizza!.read more

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