Ariadne Restaurant & Bar
Newton, MA 02460
Phone: (617) 332-4653
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- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Highland Avenue
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 12pm-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm, Fri 12pm-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm, Sat 5pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Ariadne Restaurant & Bar – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
Slightly more upscale than its sister restaurant, Cambridge's popular Aspasia, Ariadne features a stylish cocktail lounge (complete with illuminated bar top) and an elegantly appointed dining room that rivals those of the city's classier restaurants. Attentive waiters keep the atmosphere cordial, while soft lighting and rich colors make the dining room suitable for celebrating a special occasion.
The Food
With a lengthy menu divided into small, medium and large plates, Ariadne offers its patrons a plethora of culinary options. Most medium plates (potato gnocchi with sweet corn cream; a seafood roll of fresh lobster, shrimp and crab) can be shared as a starter or viewed as an entree. The kitchen's Mediterranean bent comes out the accompaniments of braised lamb shank (broccoli rabe, tzatziki, and bulghur wheat) and striped bass (tomatoes, broccoli rabe, beluga lentils and preserved lemons). Exceptionally rich desserts include butterscotch creme brulee and a warm apple crostada with caramel sauce.
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Insider Tips
ParkingOn those rare times when on-street parking is hard to find, there's a free lot in back.
Save MoneyMondays-Thursdays, a three-course prix fixe is offered ($30, $48 with wine).
When to GoMonday nights get a kick from live jazz performances and $5 martinis.
User Reviews for Ariadne Restaurant & Bar
06/07/2007 Posted by kryan17
I must start by saying, I am a restaurant BRAT! Initially, I was not sure how I would like the restaurant based on curb appeal alone (I know, shallow, but true). The curb appeal is not by any means poor; however, it does no justice to the interior of the restaurant. We walked in to a cozy bar area with an even cozier dining room off of it. It is quiet and the color choices are soothing. Ambiance…10 +. The majority of the seating in the restaurant are booths (big plus). In addition, they are big, round, private booths. My boyfriend and I opted to sit at the bar. The bartender was attentive, personable and creative (mojito making skills). He was happy to make recommendations and made good ones at that. The wine…amazing, the food…AMAZING! I had the grilled squid for an appetizer and a chicken sausage and gnocchi dish as an entrée. It is a little pricy if you are looking for a quick bite out; however, it is worth every penny. Dinner was about $75 and that included 2 appetizers, and a main entrée (which we split), two mojitos and two glasses of wine. I would say that the menu is designed for a more sophisticated palate. I will go back to this restaurant and encourage all to give it a try.
Pros: Ambience, service, taste and presentation of food!
Cons: Couldn't possibly think of one.
03/25/2007 Posted by boston007
dined there on greek night. did not know what to expect and was pleasantly surprised. there was a band and belly dancing. food was amazing. they offer there regular menu as well as the greek menu guest and i had the grilled squid and the mediterranean plate as appetizer's then the braised veal and the lamb shank as entrees complemented with a beautiful bottle of syrah. for dessert cheese with port. service was attentive and friendly. never wanted or waited for anything. this is a great place. highly recommend.
Pros: parking plenty ambience beatuiful
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