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535 Columbus Ave
Boston,
MA
02118
42.3417
-71.0804
Neighborhoods: Columbus, South End
What People Are Saying About Columbus Cafe
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene – In attempting to be everything to everyone (cozy eatery, relaxed bar, affordable neighborhood bistro), the Columbus Cafe can readily be labeled as one of the South End's best all-purpose hangouts. Area singles drop by the bar to catch up over caipirinhas and chocolate-hazlenut martinis, while dressed-down couples fill the warm-hued dining room. Casual servers match the cafe's vibe. – – The Food – The kitchen takes diners on a culinary world tour, with fried plantains and queso fundido sharing table space with ravioli pomodoro and pan-seared tuna (served…
06/09/09
Good Food...Nice Place
by witty101 at Citysearch
The food here is decent. I don't think Ive had anything ive ever been disappointed by, and even a few things I really did like. The bar is O.K., the odd movies choices turn from interesting to mildly annoying, however. Burger is good...meatloaf is respectable...the fries need to be fried more...I've had a few that are still raw in the middle.
04/03/09
Watch out!!!
by beantownmaestro at Citysearch
Only go to this restaurant/bar if you want to feel like an outcast from the crowd! I was enjoying drinks with my girlfriend when an employee (older, i'd guess manager or owner) started saying belligerent things to us while we were sitting in the corner on the right, by the window, minding our own business. He honestly made me feel like I was 12 years old (I'm 32). I'm not sure why an employee would attempt to lure customers away from the restaurant but that is apparently what they do at this bar. I will not go back because I was insulted and confused as to why the manager/owner would find it necessary to get hammered and cause people to leave.
- Pros: great drinks
- Cons: uncomfortable environment
03/15/09
Awesome spot--horrible management
by bostonfoodguy at Citysearch
I really enjoyed having a few drinks here last weekend. The bar is really small, the bartender was friendly, and the atmosphere was cool. The night was going great until the owner made my whole group feel uncomfortable. He was with a posse of his friends yelling at our group on our way out. It sounds like this might be some sort of trend. I won't go back until Columbus Cafe is under new management.
- Pros: small cozy bar, cool bartender
- Cons: the owner
The Details on Columbus Cafe
Where to Sit:
Request a seat on the patio for maximum immersion into the surrounding culture.
When to Go:
A popular brunch service (huevos rancheros, eggs benedict with Maine crab cakes) is served weekends until 3pm.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
