What People Are Saying About Pomodoro
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene – By offering exceptional modern Italian fare in a welcoming environment, Pomodoro sets the gold standard for neighborhood trattorias (much like how sister establishment Matt Murphy's trumps most Irish pubs). The dining room, awash in autumnal hues and soft lighting, surrounds a simple, wooden horseshoe bar that provides a perfect location for enjoying a homemade antipasto plate and glass of wine. Social servers are quick to greet regular customers and point out favorite menu items. – – The Food – With a menu that redefines the concept of Italian fare as…
11/10/09
Have never been so manny times in the same restaurant...
by galina at Citysearch
I am in Brookline for 2 years now, have discovered this litlle restaurant Pomodoro. OMG, have been there almost every week back, never got sick of food....And i like to change places arownd, but this one is one of my favorites. Semi is awesome, so is Kyera... Wouldnt pay attention on the comment, theres a lot of negative people arownd, any time u would walk in it is packed!!!! Thats saying all !!!!!
- Pros: For me: best of the best
- Cons: none
08/11/09
Amazing! Couldn't stop thinking about this place!
by KIA at Citysearch
This place was amazing. I went at a slightly after-rush hour (9pm) on a Saturday. The atmosphere was relaxed and efficient. We picked our seat (a leather booth by the window) and immediately were served with olives in oil (great for dipping the warm bread that arrived shortly thereafter). The water came in an old-fashioned glass pitcher and was infused with mint and lemon. The waitress was very good about keeping the water full for us, though the pitcher was on the table if she were ever to be lax about filling it, we could have done it.
The dinner was everything I would have asked for and then some. I couldn't finish my delicious Risotto and my friend's steak was equally as irresistible and large. We both ate and drooled over the leftovers throughout the next day.
This is really a great place, though I can see it being somewhere you would want to frequent only on the off hours. The biggest annoyance was having to run to an ATM for cash at a place where entrees run in the $20s, but there are many ATMs nearby, and the food is ENTIRELY worth it.
- Pros: Great food, great atmosphere, great service
- Cons: Cash only
07/24/09
Frustrating!
by JPMA at Citysearch
They don't seem to have a reservations system -- though we called ahead to make reservations, it was ultimately clear that they don't actually write such things down. When we showed up, they were contrite about having just given away "our" table. Half an hour after our reservation time, after waiting in a cramped bar spot, they finally cleared a table for us. The service thereafter was inattentive, to say the least. Adding insult to injury - they disclosed at the end of the meal that, unlike every other decent restaurant in the world, they only take cash! Prompting a race across the street to the ATM. Once this place decides to run itself like a real business, I'd consider going back.
- Pros: Food is tasty
- Cons: Service, cash only
The Details on Pomodoro
Know Before You Go:
Pomodoro is cash only. A meal for four should be more than $100; be sure to have greenbacks.
Save Money:
Patrons in the mood for a light bite can sit at the bar and enjoy rustic country bean soup or homemade dessert (ethereally light tiramisu, creamy rice pudding).
The Extras:
The wine list is limited (expect less than a dozen varieties), but there are several interesting, affordable options available.
Category:
Restaurant Special Features:
Lunch Spot, Romantic Dining, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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