Dear Annie has a great atmosphere and an impressive selection of wines, but I don't recommend…read morecoming for the food. Last time I visited, I ordered their "Sea Dog" which they purport to be their special dish. I should have thought twice when the server told me it was "creamy," but they had a limited selection of food and I was very hungry--and, they made it seem like their signature dish! When it came, I immediately realized I had made a terrible mistake. One bite of the Sea Dog was all I could manage, as it was, in fact, very creamy, and very fishy. It was a very unpleasant eating experience, and I actually sent it back, which I almost never do. I will take some responsibility for ordering this dish, but I'm still puzzled by the whole thing. It was like creamy, fishy seafood mush enclosed in a sausage casing. The server did kindly offer to take it off our bill which I appreciated. On the bright side, the staff was very helpful and I really enjoyed the wine they recommended. I'd gladly come back for wine and the pleasant ambiance, but after the Sea Dog incident I'll probably stay away from their food for the most part.

They no longer add the automatic 25% gratuity! Yay :) The atmosphere at Dear Annie is exquisite and…read morethey have a nice selection of wines. I haven't personally tried their food, but my friend had the grilled cheese and thought it was great! This is a perfect spot for a girls' night, a date, or just to hang with a group of friends! I will say it's a bit tough being expected to tip 25% on an entire bottle of wine...although they no longer add the automatic gratuity, they have multiple signs encouraging people to tip and I did feel some type of way after we did not tip the full 25% on a bottle. The workers behind the counter aren't very welcoming or friendly and I did feel a bit judged for not tipping the full 25%. Hoping it was just in my head but it honestly didn't feel great. I hope they can work on their service because this place has amazing potential.

Very friendly service to our family with children. Easy 10 min walk from the Porter Sq train…read morestation. We sampled a variety of tapas - the mussels were a huge hit as well as the manchego cheese.

If I was dining with a picky eater I would bring them here. Let me explain myself-- everything is…read morecooked and seasoned well, and the massive menu ensures that everyone will find something they can eat. Even if you don't end up liking the dish, the tapas size is small so you're not losing too much. And most importantly, most of the dishes I tried had garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil as the predominant flavor profile. The perfect seasoning profile for a non-adventurous eater! For the more adventurous eaters, I'd highly recommend sampling from their charcuterie and cheese selection. I enjoyed trying different combinations of cheese and meat with the bread to see which flavor profile was my favorite (also a good activity for Remy's friend from Ratatouille). As other reviewers mentioned, you can try a lot of dishes but the tables aren't that big so you have to be a little bit strategic if you want to dip the bread in the leftover sauces.

2026 Boston. Dessert review. Wine bar…read more enoki cakes | sausage spice, pineapple sauce (Highlight - Best) sunchoke donuts | xo gouda, powdered leeks Overall, the Sunchoke donuts are "as good as it gets."

AMBIANCE: nice dimly lit place, good for dates or nights out!…read more SERVICE: 10/10, our servers were lovely :) FOOD: recommend -enoki cake: texture was a standout, felt like a crispy rice cake! flavor wasn't very harmonious though, the table thought it was really salty -pork chop: was super good, melt in your mouth type fatty pork! sauce was the perfect amount of sweetness -eggplant dip: bread texture was perfect chewiness, dip was a little salty but still good not bad not great -sunchoke donuts: pretty good crispy-outside-soft-inside texture, the flavors just didn't feel harmonious at all -monkfish scallop: texture was just like scallop! not bad but nothing stood out wouldn't recommend -burrata: was bland and texture wasn't amazing -crudo: came with sliced fish with tangerine pieces, flavor wasn't harmonious/enjoyable at all for the whole table overall probably wouldn't go back :( the experience with ambiance and service was perfect, the food was a big letdown, can probably find a more enjoyable wine bar with better food and drink balance

The vibes here are great. Small space inside but they do have some outdoor seating right outside…read morethe shop or they give you plastic cups you can take into the courtyard and drink as well. They have ~5 different kinds of each style of wine (white, orange, red, sparkling) and they let you try before you commit to a glass. As others have mentioned they are pricey though. Service was very friendly and they seemed knowledgeable about the wine. Would recommend.

Great selection of wines. Staff provided excellent details on wine origins and the place is super…read moreadorable for dates. However I cannot visit the establishment as a regular customer because one pour is $21 (with tax and 20% admin fee)

Forage isn't necessarily a cheap spot, but I just had a great experience here and do believe it is…read moreworth the price you pay. My partner and I couldn't decide what to get from their a la carte menu so we ended up going for the four-course tasting menu instead ($85/pp), picking the omnivore and pescatarian options to see if we could try more items. We were actually a little underwhelmed at first, but the tasting menu got better and better after each course. The tasting menu started with some of their in-house pickles and ferments. We had some onion, green beans, and cucumbers, which I wished were crunchier. Each pickle had a good amount of acidity but I wouldn't have minded if the flavors were punchier. The first course of the tasting menu was a salad. Visually it just looked like a pile of lettuce, but they added a savory garlicky sauce and a sprinkle of asparagus salt that allowed the dish to feel refreshing and hearty at the same time. The radishes were crunchy, peppery, and delicious, and we were very pleased to find that many of the later courses also included raw radish. We ended up getting different dishes for the second course, one of which involved deep-fried arancini-like balls of risotto with a creamy sauce, and the other had a cold plant-based loaf served with a vibrant garlic sauce. Both dishes featured some fresh greens that balanced the carby heaviness. By the time we got to the third course, we realized that Forage makes their vegetables shine. The omnivore course came with a steak while the pescatarian course had a pan-fried fish, both of which were also available to be ordered a la carte. While we thought that the steak and fish were seasoned and prepared well, the vegetables stood out to us even more. They weren't prepared in any crazily innovative way but the chefs made the natural flavors of the vegetables shine in a way that complemented the rest of the dish very well. After the third course, we added one optional cheese course ($22/pp) that came with even more radishes. The hazelnut shortbread was super buttery and everything went well together. I was already feeling pretty full and was glad that we only got one cheese course instead of two. Finally, the fourth course had a maple semifreddo with seaweed crisps and a caramel nut sauce. This was amazing and something that I'll think about for a long time! I could really taste the maple flavor in the semifreddo, and the cold creaminess went so well with the salty, crispy seaweed and nutty, buttery caramel. The balance of textures and flavors in the dessert was excellent. Along with the tasting menu, we added one wine pairing ($60/pp). We liked some of the wines so much that we asked for more information about them and learned that some of the wines are imported in small batches. After experiencing how well vegetables are prepared here, I'd love to visit during different seasons to sample their vegetarian menu items.

Amazing and unique spot. Thoughtful and interesting menu with local ingredients. Fantastic…read more cocktails and wine selection.

Charming wine bar with an eclectic vibe. This wine bar is a great place to catch up with friends or…read moreget a pre dinner drink. There's an array of wine to choose from and all of the desserts seem delicious. We ordered the brownie which was decadent without being too sweet and perfectly paired with a dallop of ice cream. The wines also range in regions theyre from, making it fun to try different types of wines, including types you might not always find everywhere. Pair good wine and dessert with a cell phone free environment and you have the optimal formula for disconnecting and enjoying your company. This place does get busy so depending on the day and time, Id recommend snagging a reservation if you plan on sticking around for more than a glass.

Absolutely would return! We arrived when the kitchen closed, so we couldn't order much of the…read morebites, but the wine selection was superb! We were also there on Monday during their free AYCE brownies. Brownies were rich and yummy.

My son and I stopped for a quick dinner in one of my favorite restaurants in Cambridge. It is not…read morevery big, but what it lacks in area space, it certainly makes up for in wonderful food. As with any good restaurant, its menu is well curated. While there is a nice outdoor dining area, given the heat of the day, we dined inside. Without reservations, we were accommodated at the bar. Reservations are a must. Bar seating is fine, there is ample space, not at all crowded. The bartender doubled as our waiter. He was very knowledge about the menu and personable. As an appetizer, my son and I split the chicken cutlet - which for some could be a meal. Delicious as always. As an entree, I ordered my favorite, the pizza margherita. My son ordered the same topped with sausage and prosciutto. There is no skimping on toppings here! The pizzas at "Si Cara", are a treat, very highly recommended. Made like in Naples, savory-sweet marinara, fresh mozzarella, topped with basil, delivered hot and ready to eat! Price to portion is excellent. Parking, it's the city, there is none. Great staff and welcoming environment.

I'd tasted Si Cara before, but this is my first time actually having it. The sourdough crust is…read morevery good! Mushroom & Guanciale (8/10): Mushrooms were tasty and had perfect texture. Fried egg was a decent addition. Guanciale was delicious. Roasted Squash (6/10): This was one was pretty average. It was kind of missing something to bring it all together. Good place and has potential. I would visit again.

Just had dinner at. Margaux and knew I had to write a review. This was one of the best meals I have…read moreever had, and I work in events and have eaten at some of the best restaurants in countless cities around the world. I love how their menu is set up. I don't eat a lot and am always torn between multiple items. They offer the ability to have small plates of every item so I can try everything I want. I went with two small plates - the duck and the artichokes. If I could have kicked my plate I would have. I then had the mango coconut crème brûlée for desert - amazing! We were a table of 4 and everyone loved everything we ordered. Huge call out on their mocktail items - they can make many of their cocktails as mocktails. I had the nor'easter and now want the recipe so I can make it at home. Our server, Elle, could not have been more perfect. She was incredibly attentive but not overly so. We told her of two dietary allergies and she clicked them faster than we did. We said we wanted to taste each others and when one of us stated they wanted to taste them all she noted she could try one because it had shellfish,l before we did. She even checked them all for my tomato allergy, not just the items I ordered. Wish every restaurant would set up their menu the same way Will be back and will send everyone I know.

I came here with my wife and friends for Dine Out Boston. Initially, I was skeptical since it was…read moreinside a hotel, but I was proven wrong. The food here was good. The staff was friendly as well. I had the Unicorn Oysters 3 Ways. Of the three, my favorite was the deviled egg with the bacon jam. It was smokey, real flavoful, and had a nice contrast of textures. For the 2nd course, you can opt for 1 large plate or 2 small plates. I got the 2 plates of swordfish and the steak tips. The swordfish was really good. It was my fave dish of the night. The steak tips was just okay in my opinion. It wasn't that memorable. For the last course, i had the mango & coconut creme brulee. It had a nice smokey sweetness from the burnt sugar. When you eat it, i first tasted the mango, and it was nice and ripe. On the finish, it transitions to the coconut flavor, so it was a really nice well executed dish. For cocktails, i had the pink vesper (which i really enjoyed), and the old fashioned which was good but not outstanding. Overall, the ambiance, food, and service was solid. I am open to come back and try their other offerings.