On Thirsty Thursday they have some amazing deals on drinks and food. We were able to order so much…read morefood and share. The place was crowded but my friend and I walked in with a reservation and had no wait. The service was efficient and friendly. I really liked the street corn, cheese curds and fresh guacamole. The server assured me it was fresh, and it did not disappoint. The only item I could have done without was the steak egg rolls, it lacked cohesiveness and the beautiful cheese pull I enjoy from a Philly cheese steak egg roll. The drinks were solid and at discounted prices. I ordered the green tea shot and mojito. The menu has a Latin Caribbean feel to it and I enjoyed it!

I'm giving Top Mix Jamaica Plain one star--not because the food was terrible, but because of the…read moreservice and, more importantly, the automatic 20% gratuity policy. The food was actually alright, and our server was very friendly and pleasant, especially at the beginning. My issue is that the level of service we received did not warrant a 20% tip. There were only three of us at the table. My sister and I each ordered two alcoholic drinks. While we were still halfway through our first drinks, our server checked on us and we specifically told her that we planned on ordering a second round once we finished. So she knew we wanted another round. After we finished our drinks, we waited approximately 10-15 minutes for her to return. Eventually, I got tired of waiting and got up to walk toward the bar to order another drink myself. That's when I saw our server sitting at an empty table on her phone. Once she noticed me walking toward the bar, she approached me, and I explained that I was going to ask the bartender about another drink. She then finally came back and took our second drink order. I don't expect a server to hover over my table every five minutes, but if a restaurant is going to automatically charge customers a 20% gratuity, I absolutely expect service consistent with a 20% tip. I should not have to get up from my table and walk toward the bar looking for someone to take my drink order while my server is sitting at another table on her phone. Then the bill came to approximately $186, and we discovered that a 20% gratuity had already been automatically added. I questioned it because we were only a party of three. That's when I was shown the fine print stating that Top Mix automatically adds 20% gratuity not only for larger parties, but also for any bill totaling $100 or more. That automatic $100 threshold is what really bothers me. Three people can very easily spend more than $100 at a restaurant, especially when ordering cocktails. Automatically requiring a 20% gratuity regardless of the quality of service takes away the customer's ability to tip according to the service they actually received. I regularly tip 20%, and when the service is exceptional, I have no problem tipping 25% or more. I believe great service deserves to be rewarded. But that should work both ways. If you are going to automatically require customers to pay a 20% gratuity, then the service should reflect that expectation. Again, the food was fine and our server was friendly. This review isn't about personally attacking her. It's about a restaurant policy that I strongly disagree with combined with service that, in my experience that evening, simply did not justify an automatic 20% gratuity. Customers should be made very clearly aware of this policy before ordering, especially when the automatic gratuity applies to something as ordinary as a $100 check--not just a large party.

A cute Irish pub in JP! We got an espresso martini (which didn't come in a martini glass like I…read moreexpected) and a local cider. Both were delicious. The bar is cash only and they have an ATM outside. Outdoor patio was plentiful and had large communal tables. Seating indoors is plentiful as well. The pub was always busy everytime I walked by in it in passing.

This is probably the ideal Irish bar. It's not over the top with shamrocks and goofy shit…read moreeverywhere. Just a great taplist, free popcorn, bartenders are awesome. Everything you want in a neighborhood bar.

The beer is cold, the food is great, and the staff is outstanding…read more I left my debit card behind one night, and the team at The Publick House mailed it back to me. In a world where customer service is disappearing, that says everything you need to know about Publick House. I've been coming here for years, and the people have always been friendly and welcoming. It's my favorite spot in Brookline to grab a drink, catch up with friends, and, for whatever reason, I seem to have a pretty good track record of sealing the deal here. Five stars. Easy.

Burgers fries, beer and moule frites only. Lord help you if you order anything else like I did for…read moresome unknown reason (I should know better). Place has really gone downhill over the years and I keep coming back hoping but sadly it just isn't coming back. :( Cool neighborhood bar still, go for beers but not the Publick House it used to be.

Our favorite local pub with a superior wide ranging menu that offers delicious, comforting, and…read moreexpertly prepared dishes. I love that there are rotating specials so there is always something new to try. The cocktail menu is well crafted and the drinks are superior. The perfectly poured beers are always on point. The staff are welcoming and friendly - I wish that every neighborhood could have a gem like the Abbey.

I visited the Abbey for its much-vaunted cheeseburger. It was overcooked and the bun was stale…read more The service was also shockingly slow and nonchalant, considering the place was half-empty. It's hard to believe that this is the best cheeseburger in food-centric Brookline. The "grilled" Caesar salad was more like luke-warm with a gob of cheese. All-in-all: I don't get it.

What a FANTASTIC breakfast spot!…read more Came here on a Sunday for breakfast and what a treat! Started off with their fluffernutter latte and their lavender matcha latte. Both were perfect starts and very flavorful. Everything was phenomenal from their regular egg breakfast to their morning madness to their pancakes. I think their breakfast potatoes are real stars too. Perfectly crispy but soft inside. They have plenty of drink options for a boozy brunch as well. We saw everything from dates, to family breakfasts, to girlfriends boozy brunch. This place is cute and clean so it's good for any occasion. Service was fast and friendly. We came around 9:30am and it wasn't too packed which was great! I can foresee a slight wait as time progresses.

We tried the dutch baby pancake, bacon & avocado scramble, and salmon cakes, and everything was…read moresolid. Good portion sizes and a nice variety on the menu with both sweet and savory options. The only downside was definitely the wait. It took about an hour to get seated and have food ready for lunch, so I would recommend planning ahead if you are going during busy hours.

Great burger. Good Scotch egg. Nice decor and friendly service. We stopped in for lunch before the…read moreSam Adams Brewery Tour. Good experience.

This restaurant first caught my attention during the World Cup, and I was especially excited to try…read morethe haggis and other Scottish dishes. Unfortunately, haggis isn't available every day, so when we visited on a Sunday evening, it was not on the menu. That was definitely disappointing to find out. Instead, we ordered the Scotch egg, sliders, and the deep-fried Mars bar. The Scotch egg was good, but at $13 for a single egg, it felt a bit overpriced. It came with a small side salad, though I think serving two eggs instead would have made it a better value. The sliders were a pleasant surprise. The beef was clearly high quality, and they were the perfect size if you want to enjoy a great burger without committing to a full one. To finish, we shared the deep-fried Mars bar, and it was absolutely delicious. It's definitely a rich dessert, so it's perfect for sharing between two people. I personally would have preferred it with vanilla ice cream instead of whipped cream, but it was still a great way to end the meal. Overall, I'd love to come back and finally try the haggis, but based on this visit, I'd definitely recommend the sliders and the deep-fried Mars bar.

TAKEOUT review * My…read moredaughter's friend recommended this place. Easy to order online. Keep in mind they are tapas so the quantity is smaller than an entree. There were 6 of us and we ordered 6 things, and fortunately we weren't ravenously hungry because otherwise we might've needed at least 3 more. We ordered mushroom salad, pad paa (a scrumptious concoction of veggies in sauce that comes with jasmine rice), crab fried rice, roasted brussel sprouts, grilled pork cheek, chicken ka praw. The order was ready for pickup within 30 minutes (which is what it predicted online). The food was freshly made, hot, ready to go at 8 p.m. and the staff were friendly and helpful. It looked like the customers there were having a fun time. We all really enjoyed every bite, particularly the pad paa with jasmine rice. It ended up being enough food for us as well.

2026 Boston. Dinner review. Upscale Thai…read more SAUTEED BRUSSEL SPROUT Garlic / Fish sauce / Crispy Garlic (Highlight) BEEF MASSAMAN Housemade Massaman curry / Slow-cooked beef shank / Sweet potato / Peanut / Roti SALTED PEPPER PORK CHEEK Thai three spices / Scallion / Garlic / Thai chili / Cilantro (Highlight - Best) KANG PUU (Crab Curry) Crabmeat / Housemade red curry / Vermicelli noodles and vegetables Overall, "I'm a fan."

Stopped by tonight for a cocktail and it was busy: downstairs was packed for trivia night and…read moreupstairs some people at the bar watching the World Cup and others dining further inside. Ordered a lychee martini and a Sunset boulevardier. They were pretty good though mine tasted citrusy more than lychee. Only one bartender who was constantly busy, very polite and efficient.

As an executive chef of 10 years, sous chef for years before that etc etc, and now a bar manager…read morehave my own spot...! Let me offer my expert opinion I ordered a burger-MW and had a Weinstephaner draft. The burger was cooked perfectly, just a smidge pink centre juicy as hell, and perfectly seasoned. But complementing that is kind of like saying you did your job, which doesn't say much. It was the flavour. Let me tell you this burger was absolutely delicious. All of the ingredients were clearly fresh, crisp, to date, and treated with respect. With what I believe are 30 draft beers... they had what I would call the perfect variety of drafts. UnFortunately, they're lacking a little in spirits. An easy fix. But I'm sure the wonderful bartender that was there will up their game in due time, Definitely worth the visit and definitely worth becoming a regular. -Chef Serge

Great atmosphere, drinks were good, servers attentive- better than your average bar foodread more

Had to go in there again it was so good the first time getting the steak tips cause when you get a…read moregreat state tip it is amazing and there's come with mashed potatoes and a vegetable medley. See like oh my God this is gonna be gross because so many places when you get a vegetable medley it's just like something out of a bag or whatever but you could tell these were actually fresh. The mashed potatoes are freshly made. It's seasoned. It's delicious. The calamari was great again. Everything I've ever had. There has been phenomenal. My friend Tammy loved her salad. She got steak tips added to it also had the chicken sweet potato bowl, which is phenomenal everything there is great. The service is always impeccable. The people there are so sweet. They're always accommodating great place to try plenty of parking in the area if you were in the brightener Brooklyn area it's a definite destination.

Cocktails are not good. They need to fix all of them and make sure they are putting once big clear…read moreice cube inside all drinks. Everything else is 8+ out of 10. Steak tacos are - as someone else has mentioned - to die for. My filet mignon was juicy and VERY tender. I mean, it was so easy to cut apart. I think the chef and whoever is making the food are really carrying this place. The hostess and our server, Alex, were also very very nice and welcoming. My dinner partner had the foie gras dish, and it was also great! I definitely want to come back. Just do not order cocktails, haha. The video I am attaching is of the very first dessert on the dessert menu.

Well we arrived in suits and dress clothes because it said "fine dining" but we were totally…read moreoverdressed at this establishment. Maybe I'm too old, but fine dining should involve that refinement. Stop calling yourself fine dining and call it expensive food with uppity servers and no dress code. Food was amazing- so please know I would absolutely go back for the food! We had lobster bisque, the best Caesar salad (top 5), calm chowder, shrimp and clams, lamb and a fillet. During our meal just after the lovely table side service of the lobster bisque my son accidentally moved the table with his feet and the drinks flew into my food. Our server watched it happen and walked away. She turned not to help but out of disgust walked the other way! The food runner came to the rescue! But then we were charged for another drink that spilled! I don't know but when your at fine dining and you get double charged for a table moving and treated like you are an inconvenience that gets me. Plus she was clearly angry with us. Food 5 stars, service 2, price for the service we received totally not worth it. Don't waste your money to get treated badly. Sorry kitchen but front of the house ruined it.