A vibey spot for tapas! My friend and I tried a few different ones and they were all pretty good,…read morealthough we noticed a couple of items were a bit overcooked/burnt, including the patatas bravas. That may be the way they're supposed to be served here but I didn't like that part. The service was super friendly and the food was brought out quickly. I loved that the staff were all wearing Spain jerseys to celebrate the World Cup win! One last thing I didn't like: there's a QR code at your table to pay your bill on your phone which is convenient, but they tack on a sneaky $2 platform fee if you use it, and it takes some extra effort to have your server actually bring you the bill to avoid that. Two bucks isn't a big deal but it's the principle! I'd rather put that amount towards the tip.

Seems like they have some operational issues. Came in at 5:45pm on a Tuesday night and ordered 7…read moreitems off their tapas menu. After an hour we only received one, the patatas bravas. Thirty minutes more and we received our shishito peppers and Jamon croquettes. Finally after almost two hours we received the steak dish we ordered. Honestly the long wait for these small dishes had killed our appetite and we decided to cancel the rest of our orders and leave to eat somewhere else. Wouldn't recommend coming here if you're hungry. Good spot to sit and talk for hours

You must order the kale salad. I am not a kale salad person, yet I have dined here three times in…read morethe last week to eat the kale salad and am already planning my next visit. You know when you're eating a kale salad and the pieces are too big and you're kind of cramming them into your mouth and then the salad dressing is all over your face? This is NOT that salad! The kale is perfectly chopped so you can enjoy it with just your fork as you talk to your friend/spouse/date or just read your book. The dressing is such perfection, and the perfect amount, no gloopiness here! Crunchy breadcrumbs add magical texture and then there's a shower of finely grated gouda cheese on top. Have you ever read a good book and as you're reading it, you're so into it that you don't want it to end? So you slow down your reading speed to make it last a little longer? That's how I feel about this salad. There are other delicious items on the menu, I saw someone eating the burger that looked so good, I also want to try the Brussels but the call of the salad siren is too strong. Everyone is super welcoming and friendly, especially Catherine, and the kitchen team even shared the dressing recipe with me. Excellent wine list, casual and cozy space with twinkle lights, a lot of bar/counter seating, great date spot. Also attached/sister company to American Provisions I believe (great spot in Southie for sandwiches, cheeses, wines, pastries, rare food items).

This is one of those spots that I want to keep on the down low because I don't want it to become…read moretoo popular...but I have to give Gray's Hall their flowers. I absolutely ADORE this place. It's one of my top 3 places in all of Boston. The vibes, the food, the wine, the prices, EVERYTHING is 10/10. This is one of those places where I feel at peace because I feel like my money was 100% well-spent. The prices are fair, and I don't feel like I'm being taken advantage of. And the FOOD, the food is exquisite. My favorite time to go is on Tuesdays for the $1 oyster deal, definitely my favorite $1 oyster deal in the city. They mostly have small plates and a few large plates, but you seriously can't go wrong with anything on the menu. And the wine options, amazinggggggg. Gray's is a true gem!

I really enjoyed the food here, we were absolutely stuffed by the end. The larger plates take…read morearound 30-45 min, so make sure to pick those first and put in your order while you peruse the rest of the menu. I loved all the dishes, but the patatas bravas is a must, the sauce plus aioli with crispy potatoes was divine.

I've been to their Cambridge location years ago and it was memorable. So much so that I wanted to…read morecheck out their establishment in the vibrant South End neighborhood. With that said, I made a reservation online for dinner. The vibe here is intimate cozy, featuring a horse shoe shaped bar as well as outdoor seating. I sat inside as it was very inviting and lovely. The sangria here is one of my favorites. Additionally I am a big fan of tapas (small plates) and paella. If you like charcuterie, then the selection here will make you very happy. I had the spiced beef empanadas, the mussels, and jamon & manchego croquetas just to name a few. Also the paella salvaje which had chicken, chorizo and pork belly wow! The whole dining experience here was great from start to finish. I found this establishment to be just as good as the one in Cambridge. Dinner here was perfect and I will be back soon.

My husband and I stopped by Para Maria a couple of weeks ago when were in Boston for a weekend…read more We'd been walking around the Seaport District and Fan Pier Park but had some time before our next item on the itinerary. We thought a drink by the water sounded great. Para Maria is just across the street from a waterfront spot that is very popular, so they don't have unobstructed water views, but we knew the water was there. And on a hot summer day in mid-August, they had the big garage doors open to the outside. It felt like we were somewhere beautiful and relaxing on vacation. We took two seats at their very large bar (which was not very busy at all on a Friday in the afternoon) and ordered a couple of drinks. Mine was their Picosita (Lalo Tequila, Ancho Reyes, Mango, Jalapeno, and Tajin rim), which was perfect for a summer day. I'd love to return with a group, because their margarita pitchers come in lots of flavors/styles (classic, strawberry, lychee, guava, coconut, and spicy), and that would be a great thing to share with friends on the patio of the bar. We didn't eat on this occasion, but I'd be happy to return for more drinks and maybe a bite to eat next time!

Great little hotel restaurant and bar at the Envoy. Very large bar with plenty of seating…read more Just stopped by for a drink before dinner. Nice bartender that made me a great Manhattan. And the tuna tartare (tacos) were Fab!!

Located in Hub Hall, we stopped at Now Pouring Wine Bar for some drinks after spending the day in…read moreSalem. It's small but just right. We sat on bar stools, chatted, and drank some beer and cider. No complaints. Loved the ambiance of the place, especially seeing as it was right next to Mike's Pastry. It was easy to get a cannoli and a drink all in one go.

I will say I'm biased - I have been coming here for 3 years. I'm utterly obsessed with the staff…read morewho are attentive and hardworking & the drinks they create! Just got a mango margarita - but I highly recommend looking at their drink menu. There is something for everyone!

stayed for the weekend and my friends and I went to the bar to get 1 single shot for 1 person…read morebefore heading back up to our rooms , and we were waiting for 35 minutes till the bartender even came up to us , it wasn't even busy. He was entertaining everyone else , looked at all 5 of us and was not coming up to us and actively ignoring us. He took his time, went to the bathroom came back , then looked at us still there and served the people who just walked up to the bar. by the time he came up to us he said they were only serving beer and wine but as of a few minutes but we have been standing there for so long . Very bad service , I work in customer service and I know it does get busy (his excuse when we were upset) I was full on staring at him the entire time trying to get him to come up and he kept looking and walking elsewhere and he indeed was not THAT busy and to leave us standing there for that long and serving every single OTHER person who came up was very rude and to not even show care either . WAYYY better service on the rooftop bar !

Good drinks with good service. There is no food served at this bar. It's in the lobby of the hotel…read moreso it's nothing special but the bar is big with lots of seating.

I've been a loyal fan of haley.henry for years and have recommended this spot to countless friends,…read moreso I was really excited to finally bring a new coworker here. Unfortunately, this most recent visit didn't live up to the high standards I've come to expect. While a few dishes hit the mark, the majority of our order was a letdown: Tinned Octopus: Surprisingly chewy and lacked seasoning. Mushroom Toast: The texture was rubbery, and the flavor was completely drowned out by an aggressive amount of balsamic. Beets: Had a very overwhelming cumin flavor that threw the dish out of balance. Roast Beef Slider: Served cold and felt a bit uninspired. It's such a cute, intimate space, and I've had so many wonderful nights here in the past, but the execution was just off this time around. I'm hoping it was just an off night, but it was definitely disappointing given how much I usually love this place!

Haley Henry Wine Bar is a solid spot for a relaxed but elevated wine night. I went on a Wednesday…read moreevening without a reservation and had no problem getting seated right away for a table of two, which was a great start. The wine selection is excellent and thoughtfully curated -- whites, reds, bubbles, orange wines, and more, so there's truly something for every palate. My friend and I both ordered a red, and it was absolutely perfect. Our server was super friendly and attentive, and she even offered a few samples so we could try before committing to a full glass, which we really appreciated. For food, we shared the hot dog with fried oysters to pair with the wine, and it was surprisingly delicious and a fun, elevated bar bite. Overall, the experience was fantastic -- great wine, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Pricing is definitely on the higher end, with wine glasses around $20 and the hot dog at $14, but the quality and experience justify it. I'd absolutely come back for another wine night.

To start, it was a beautiful evening in Seaport, the neighborhood was buzzing! I enamored with…read moreWoods Hill P4, and The Block hits it. I sat at bar in front of the kitchen, and every plate coming out looked beautiful. I had only a couple of plates, the caviar potato puffs, roasted artichoke, and the pate...all wonderful especially the pate! The chef sent over the zucchini and kale salad with Goddess dressing, so flavorful and fresh. The beauty of the flavors of the dishes all complement each other other, nothing overwhelms. Can't wait to return to try more!

The food was all pretty good. I really liked the duck on the charcuterie and the seed mix on the…read morefried artichoke was yummy. Tbh all the appetizers were good. The mains were just alright. The dessert were really good. The tiramisu sundae was super yummy and both desserts balanced out their sweetness super well. Service was quite slow, it took around 20-40min for each of our courses to come out and a while for the check too. BUT, everyone who served us was so accommodating and nice, they also knew a lot about the menu!! Our total dining time was over 3 hours.

Food is solid. The tagliatelle had excellent texture (thin, perfectly cooked al dente, chewy yet…read morenot doughy-- almost bouncy). Loved the filling in the tortelli. Broccoli Caesar is tasty, but probably would try something new next time. Focaccia is just as usual. Endive salad was interesting, but slightly salty and the dressing wasn't evenly tossed which led to disparate bites. Wished there was more pear to balance the salt. Kitchen is very small, so orders have to be put in at once. Recommend getting a reservation as it's busy. No parking lot so street parking only.

Carne cruda was suuuuuper good and I don't really even like tartare. Not too chewy. Great flavor…read more I feel like it could use a little spice but it was great... it might be nice to have to sit on the toilet tomorrow from too much spice tbh Also had the ravioli... it's why I gave this a 4 star not 5. It was small. It was fine. It was very light on the sauce In their defense she recommended like 3 other pastas ahead of that but I picked it anyways lol

A very popular, long-established Greek restaurant in Boston. Last time I walked in and was told…read morethere would be a two-hour wait, but this time I made a reservation and finally got to enjoy a delicious meal! Tiropita Rolls: Very straightforwardly delicious. The bread was warm, soft, and airy, with a rich aroma of butter and cheese; the spread was a rich blend of honey butter, and olives, sweet and delicious, perfect as an appetizer. Tzatziki: A slight disappointment. The cucumber and Greek yogurt spread was surprisingly heavy, a bit cloying, and the pickled kumquats weren't as sweet as I expected, but rather had a slightly bitter taste. The pita bread was thick and soft, probably better suited for dipping in soup--like Bourdeto--than for the spread. Bourdeto: The tomato fish soup was a pleasant surprise. The freshly caught grouper of the day was thick and tender, lightly seared to create a crispy crust. The broth was a vibrant, tangy tomato base, with onions, fennels, and red peppers contributing a sweet, layered flavor. Trahanas, fermented wheat and dairy, added richness and a smooth texture to the soup. The broth also had a slight spiciness, making it incredibly comforting on a chilly autumn day. Portokalopita: The dessert that elevated the entire meal. A traditional Greek orange phyllo, the cake, made from crumbs of phyllo pastry, becomes incredibly soft and moist after being soaked in orange syrup. Every bite was bursting with rich orange sweetness and fragrance, followed by a slightly bitter orange zest--perfectly balanced. Paired with Manouri cheese ice cream, the creamy flavor was incredibly rich and creamy, creating a harmonious and layered flavor profile.

Krasi is a classic, high-end Greek restaurant with an excellent food and drink selection. It was a…read moregreat choice to catch up with friends and celebrate after a difficult med school exam! We chose to sit outside; it was a chilly fall evening when we went last year, but we got some lap blankets which was a nice touch, so brownie points for service. My friend and I split the pastitsio (meat pasta dish), kotopoulo (a chicken dish), louza charcuterie, and tiropita (halloumi rolls). The rolls were stuffed with halloumi and were dense in the best way possible. Coupled with the louza charcuterie, the appetizers were a hit. The two entrees were small but mighty - they were packed with rich meats but also featured microgreens, herbs, and other tangy, bold flavors that really balanced the dishes. We got some glasses of Greek orange wine that I can't remember the name of but it paired excellently with the food per our waitress's recommendation. Overall, a solid Greek option if you're in Back Bay! But definitely make a reservation if you can.