Great food, drinks, and atmosphere. Portion size is generous. Creative drink menu.

Easily the best restaurant in Charlestown from a food, service and atmosphere standpoint. Here's the rundown on the food: Musts: - Parker House Rolls - Lobster Sliders - Steak Tartare - Green Goddess Salad - Papperdelle Bolognese - Lobster Tagliatelle Worth trying - Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps Pass: - Chicken Milanese - Butternut Squash Bisque - Scallops (Scallops are perfect, but the rest of the dish is a miss) read more

This was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. I really don't like their sibling restaurants. I find them overpriced, meh food, and overrated. Hat tip to the Waverly team for a fantastic take on upscaled pub food. We came by on a Tuesday night and the place was packed. Would certainly recommend a reservation prior to visiting. The ambiance is a mix of historic and modern. Really enjoyed the feel of the place. We ordered a lot of food and drinks, so I'll start with the favorites. Sweet potato croquettes were absolutely delish. They were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Would order this again and again. The pork belly lettuce wraps were the favorite dish of the table. You could probably get away with ordering this as a main and I'll probably do that in the future. The chicken pot pie was insane with big chunks of mushroom and carrots. This was the best chicken pot pie I've ever had. Things that were good, but I probably won't order again was the bread and hot chicken Milanese. They were both fine and tasty- the bread is $6, and it wasn't better than bread I've had for free. Hot chicken was solid, but it wasn't as wonderful as the other dishes mentioned. Drinks are solid and creative takes on cocktails you're probably familiar with. I thought the service was fine and obviously they are working out the wrinkles (no water for a long time, drinks took a while to come out, etc.). Though the waiter did on 3 occasions attempt to upsell not so subtly ("pasta for the table?"). I was also annoyed that after all that upselling, he rushed us out. Probably something that get fixed over time? For all the things I dislike about Monument or Lincoln, the service was never a complaint. Another small gripe, where do our jacket go? Is there a coat rack? What about purses? I bring this up because I'm seeing this more and more as an afterthought. It ruins my experience to have to have my winter jacket draped over me while eating or being forced to hold my wife's purse. It's a pricey date night, we went all out, but I would suspect to pay somewhere in the ballpark of $75/pp including tip. But I think that's pretty good value considering the quality of the food and the prices at other restaurants in the area. I would highly recommend giving Waverly a try! read more

Easily one of the best brunches I've ever had. Came here with my friends, there were 7 of us total. The place is small and cozy, our large group was plenty comfortable, but I think a group any larger may have been tight. Service was attentive and helpful, made great recommendations and was amazing with our group. Between the 7 of us we sampled a good amount of the menu, there is definitely something for everyone here. We started with the biscuits which were a perfect crumbly texture with heavenly whipped butter to smear on. We also got the sweet potato croquettes which were savory with a spicy aioli on the side. I got the winter citrus salad which was honestly probably the most beautiful and tasty salad I've ever had. The combination of the fresh citrus, toasted hazelnuts, and creamy burrata was genius. I got the cacio e pepe fries on the side to share, they were perfectly crispy and peppery, but my cheese loving self would have preferred slightly more cacio. They have two different bacon sides, a crispy and thick cut, the thick cut was like pork belly and super satisfying, but if you are a traditional bacon lover, stick to the crispy. Drinks were another high point, I got the guava lava which was sour and bright, perfect for brunch. I can't wait to find another excuse to come back! read more

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Guys RUNNNNNN here! Every bite of food was to die for! I actually stumbled across this place while trying to make reservations at their sister italian steakhouse restaurant Prima but there were none available- I am so glad this happened, because otherwise I probably wouldn't have gotten to try the most decadent black truffle chicken pot pie that I had last night. The brussel sprouts and mac and cheese were also terrific! The drinks were additionally on point! I can't wait to come back here to try brunch after reading all of the other reviews on here! read more

Can't say enough good things about this place! Menu was so interesting, I wanted to try everything! Such a cute vibe inside, can't wait to come back! read more

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Truly a gem!! The service/hospitality is top notch! The space and vibe is warm and cozy and cool. So why not 5 stars? -steak in steak frites has lovely flavor but so tough and dry. Maybe too lean of a cut? -limited offering's for cocktails. They only seem to have spirits that geared towards a cultivated menu. While that's nice, it's limited and we weren't blown away by that list. -my husband booked twice (once got canceled by booking app) and specified a birthday celebration. Alas overlooked:( BUT...we will absolutely be back!! read more

Absolutely love this place. I went 4 times in 5 months and loved every visit I made. I ordered something different everytime and it was delicious everytime. Specifically, the lobster fettucini, roasted broccoli ceasar salad, pull apart parker house rolls, pan seared dayboat scallops, and oysters are always a favorite and repeated orders. Also very big fan of the vibe in the restaurant. The dim lighting and wooden beams all of it is so great it's like my ideal restaurant ambiance. read more

Great food fast service and casual atmosphere. The price is not high at all. And the kitchen is open so we can see the cooking process. read more

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Waverly is the "it" spot in Charlestown. The ambiance is incredibly cozy with a warm fireplace and an open kitchen. I've been about 5 times and each time the wait staff have been so kind and welcoming. I highly recommend the pull apart house rolls to start dinner or the banana bread to start brunch! read more

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Called last week. Me: "I'd like to make 6pm reservation for seven people" Waverly: "Sorry, we don't take reservations. You'll just have to come by." This week. We stopped by at 5:15 asking for a table, place mostly empty Me: "We'd like a table for seven people." Them: "Do you have a reservation?" Ha ha ha ha Waverly and its companion "Monument" are the same pub restaurant operation. The home brew/"foodie" notion of fine dining. Stick to the burgers. The burgers are good. read more

I am a Charlestown resident & a 'Boston Foodie'. I have ate at a number of fabulous and upscale restaurants all around the city and Waverly is my favorite restaurant by a long-shot. I have been 3 times since it has opened. The drinks are unique and outstanding. More importantly, the bar staff is friendly and efficient. The food is scrumptious, and everything is "different". Everything I ordered, I said "I have never had anything like this". My favorite was the chicken pot pie with truffled mushrooms and the Parker house rolls. You can't go wrong here. If you have to wait for a table, have a drink at the bar and you won't regret it. Keep up the good work Waverly! read more

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I celebrated my birthday here with my husband and 2 friends, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The food was spectacular - crispy Brussels sprouts, Parker house rolls, short ribs, gnocchi... every single thing we ordered was delicious. And the cocktails! As amateur mixologists, we're pretty picky, and these folks know what they're doing. Can't wait to go back. read more

Stopped in for a drink and appetizer with the kids . Great service! Great food! Cocktails were awesome. My cocktail tasted like apple pie in a glass! read more

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Tried this place for brunch as out of towners and it was great! Huge selection of delicious drinks, alcoholic and non. Avocado eggs Benedict was the by far the best I've ever had. Try this place, you'll love it! It seemed to be very popular with the locals so you know it must be good! read more

Very romantic. Food and service was great. I thought the bolognese was good but not amazing. There were pieces of some sort of meat that were cut into chunks and the texture wasn't right as the rest of meat was ground. It still had nice flavor. My husband was wowed by his scallop dish. read more

Wife and I were in the area and we figured we would check it out even though OpenTable had no availability. Grabbed a drink at the bar (Bourbon Renewal; A+) and hoped for the best. 15 mins later we had a spot at the counter looking in on the kitchen. Waverly is cooking up some of the BEST comfort food I have had in a long time. Kitchen staff is a well oiled machine. We had: - Sweet Potato Croquettes: average, probably would not get again - Tagiatelle Bolognese- excellent - Braised Short Rib - excellent - Sticky Toffee Date Cake - very good Met the owner who took a few mins to chat even though they were busy. All staff were attentive and great. Can't say enough about this place, except I wish it was closer to where I live! Highly recommended!! read more

My son wanted to go here but there were no reservations available. I called and they were able to squeeze us in (very nice of them for Sunday brunch). The place is charming with a country influenced ambiance - just the right amount of warmth. We started with the Buttermilk biscuits (I love biscuits). There are three small ones. The biscuits were flaky but not dry. And the butter it comes with was amazing! We then had buttermilk pancakes, the burrito and a Waverly burger. The pancakes were yummy (more butter) but not hot. I find this a lot with pancakes though. The burrito was very good and filled with lots of different flavors. My husband got the home fries as his side and they were probably the best we ever had. More like pan fried potato chips with onions - but not hard. My son's burger was very tasty - a great burger. It was overall a great experience and we will definitely return on another trip to the area! Thank you for getting us in!!!!! read more

Mystical atmosphere & great food! Came here for Sunday brunch and the food was amazing. We got the Eggs Benedict and Juevos Rancheros. The portions were plentiful & the service was top notch. Our water and coffee was never empty, and the server was delightful. Will definitely come back here and recommend to to others! read more

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Every single dish we ate was beyond delicious! Burrata, Parker rolls, bolognese, scallops, steak frites, and steak shawarma (special). It was a frenzy as we all tried each others dishes! Ambiance was relaxed and chill and eclectic. Loved our server - super friendly and attentive. read more

Good. Possibly the best steak I have had in my life. Very busy as expected. I sat at the bar but my food got thrown away when I went to the bathroom before leaving. I would say staff isn't observant; I also could have been more clear. However, I asked for a togo container and when I put everything in the container that's when it was thrown out. Besides that mishap I would highly recommend. read more

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This has been a favorite neighborhood spot for us since it opened. We frequent it multiple times a month, I'm afraid to admit sometimes multiple times in a week. We love dinner, brunch, takeout, even to go coffees. You can't go wrong. We love the Parker house rolls, and the pastas are amazing. Everything else is great too- scallops, steak frites, swordfish, burger, short ribs. We have had it all and love it all. Breakfast- the banana bread is to die for! We also got to go banana bread for thanksgiving which was a hit amongst our extended family. We are also huge fans of the pancakes and breakfast burrito. Everyone on the staff is incredibly friendly. The wine and drinks are great- they do drink specials to go with the season which is so fun. We love going on st paddy's day to get the shepherds pie. The ambiance is also great- you cannot beat the fire place and cozy vibes! Overall, I cannot recommend Waverly enough. My only recommendation for approval is to stop using so many nuts in the specialty coffees- as someone who has a nut allergy, it's hard for me to order when I see they have nuts in the coffee. That is a personal problem, and would not deter me from coming here! read more

Due to an issue with the Encore hotel not being able to serve our group breakfast, the Waverly was asked if they could accommodate us (about 70 people, 9/10 of which are seniors). We drank them out of coffee and ran them like crazy! But they not only accommodated us, but the food and atmosphere were awesome! So grateful for their service and kindness. The owner and staff are fabulous! And such a great way to experience Charleston and Boston! Can't recommend this place enough. read more

The food was so delicious!!! I ordered from Uber eats and got the pappardelle pasta with burrata and it was a spicy vodka sauce with sausage, so delicious omg and for dessert the sticky toffee pudding which was also amazing! 10/10 read more

AMAZING Coffee.. hands down the best cup of coffee i had in 20 years... breakfast was really great as well..very nice workers as well.. read more

I sat at counter and was able to see chefs prepare food. I ordered tuna with Fresca spritz. Took home bolognese and chip which. Very busy and food and service we're great. read more

Outstanding neighborhood spot. Great food, excellent service, and all-around good vibes

This place hits all the notes: amazing food, great drinks, and solid service whether you sit with your girlies for brunch in front of the fire place or at the bar chit chatting with the friendly bar tenders. I've gone back twice. Can't get enough. You have to get the bacon for brunch. read more

Easily the best breakfast in Boston. You will not go wrong with getting the steak breakfast burrito or pancakes. Cozy ambiance as well. 10/10 recommend read more

I honestly don't get the reviews. Maybe it depends on what you get? Been here twice. First time the food was just OK, but I thought I d give it another shot since everyone raves about the place. It was adorable inside, well decorated. Service was subpar. Too few wait staff, I had to ask for water, for the order to be taken, then the order was messed up, then it came and it was barely passable. The Greek wrap with fries, I don't think I ve ever had anything that was hard to even close to finish. I was told the pancakes and the grilled banana bread are good. I am sure they are, maybe when I am looking for a carb overload I ll give it a shot read more

Visited the Waverly for breakfast. The decor is warm and welcoming, and there was a fire going in the fireplace. I sat at the bar and ordered breakfast of corned beef hash and eggs. The hash was delicious. It had red peppers that gave it a hint of sweet. Jeff, my server, kept my coffee cup filled. Other customers were friendly and spoke to one another. The menu has some good choices. Give this place a try. read more

Just an all around great experience , food. Service, vibe. John the bartender took great care of us.

Waverly is a perfect mix of cozy with a cool neighborhood vibe and absolutely delicious food! Definitely get the sweet potato croquettes!! The drinks are yummy and the staff is so friendly. If you don't go you are missing out! read more

We were waiting for 20+ minutes for a table or counter seat (no sweat, it was a busy night). There was one reservation ahead of us, and we were assured we would be next. When the reservation canceled, the manager and hostess bumped friends of theirs ahead of us with a packed restaurant. Chose to leave. read more

Great setting. Had a quiet mid week breakfast here. Allowed us to go off menu for simple but great breakfast Service was excellent. Will return for breakfast and to try the dinner menu read more

The food was incredible (especially the Sweet Potato Croquettes)! We went here for dinner and were thoroughly impressed. The service was quick and friendly too. We enjoyed our meal so much we're already looking to come back for brunch! read more

Great new addition to Charlestown!! I've been a handful of times already and have loved everything I've tried. The menu also has great range; from fresh tasty salads to the ultimate comfort food (chicken pot pie and poutine). Highly recommend :) read more

Fantastic place in all aspects - great atmosphere, excellent food, well-prepared, ideal location for residents of "the other side of Charlestown" The bartenders and wait staff are very nice, attentive and eager to please. And the Guinness is very, very good - fresh and poured well. read more

New favorite in Charlestown!! My mom and I went for brunch today. Such a hard time deciding what to get since everything sounded so good on the menu and all of the food around us looked amazing. We both got bellinis to drink. I got the bacon egg & cheese on a biscuit and my mom got the corned beef hash. Both were outstanding! The home fries are outrageously good. Friendly service and the interior is so cute. Can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

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I've been to Waverly Kitchen three times. I love neighborhood restaurants and was hoping to add this one to my list. The first time I went for lunch. It was noisy but not unusually so. I had a broccoli Caesar salad. It was good but too heavy on the dressing. The other two times I was there for dinner. Once I had spaghetti with clams. The spaghetti was all stuck together in a large clump - it clearly hadn't been stirred while it cooked. The second time I had the eggplant stack, which was delicious. Both times the noise level was so high it was impossible to have a conversation. This place is clearly very popular with a lot of local people, but I won't be going there again. read more