| ambiance |
80.0% positive |
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Great barstaff, great atmosphere, excellent addition to Brookline dining ”
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Both of their establishments are thankfully lacking a pretentious atmosphere and over priced, egotistic cuisine. ”
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have owned a restaurant in Cambridge for over a decade and am left thinking that there must be a pressing personal matter between "c town" and an owner or staff member at the B.S.T. I say that only because I have long been a fan of their flagship store ”
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My fiance and I had a great time Saturday at this new spot which is more fun than 95% of the places in Boston that we have been. ”
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Great atmosphere, great food, OK service ”
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Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the food, wine, and ambience. ”
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We had a great time- it wasn't very crowded while we were there but, the service and the atmosphere and our food were superb. ”
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Great atmosphere. ”
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Kind of dark, but the food is great, the bartenders frequently have Irish accents, and the atmosphere can't be beat. ”
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Like its sister restaurant, BST provides a wonderful atmosphere for a chat with a friend or a date. ”
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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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We were fortunate enough to sample the rich, decadent chocolate cake (a new addition). ”
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| drinks |
88.45999717712402% positive |
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While I agree with the previous post's complaints about the host/hostess--they underestimated the wait time for our table, and barely called out our name above speaking level in a loud bar (luckily we weren't to far from the hostess stand)--I thought the ”
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Although the cocktails were not half bad, I can't think of any reason why I would ever wish to come back, particularly in a city where so much more can be found almost anywhere. ”
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The service was good--I don't have any complaints about the way we were treated or the timeliness of getting our drinks and food. ”
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Friendly staff, good music and icey cold beer which is important. ”
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The selection of drinks is large and the bartenders seemed slightly less friendly than a scared dog. ”
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The room is furnished beautifully and the lay-out is inviting- we were graciously welcomed at the door and immediately went to the bar where I found the bartender extremely friendly and helpful. ”
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Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the food, wine, and ambience. ”
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They have great beers on tap and a nice wine-by-the-glass list. ”
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Our bartender was so mean we were actually afraid to ask for another round of martinis and decided to order beer so he wouldn't have to work so hard. ”
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When I did get my food he asked us if we wanted another drink we declined and before I put a spoon full of food in my mouth our check was on the table. ”
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at the end of the bar and the beautiful mistletoe toting bartender (!) ”
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2) During our unnecessary wait, we at least thought it would be easy enough to order drinks at the moderately-crowded bar--no such luck, as the bar staff spent more time chatting with others. ”
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The bartender suggested a pomegranate martini and it was the perfect cocktail - not cloying like lots many sweet drinks like that can be - I will go back and will have a hard time ordering anything else. ”
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| food quality |
77.42000102996826% positive |
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have always been a big fan of good spots in boston to have a good meal on the cheap i.e. silvertone, the franklin, the b side. ”
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great staff, medicoer food ”
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was embarrassed and shocked to be treated this way - it's never happened in Boston or any other city during my time in the U.S. I have no idea what the food tastes like, since I wasn't allowed to order any. ”
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When I did get my food he asked us if we wanted another drink we declined and before I put a spoon full of food in my mouth our check was on the table. ”
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Both of their establishments are thankfully lacking a pretentious atmosphere and over priced, egotistic cuisine. ”
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Both of my visits have been on quieter evenings but I found the food and service excellent. ”
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Chewy steak but good staff ”
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It was amazing and my fiance had lobster/avocado salad which was wonderful also. ”
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We had a great time- it wasn't very crowded while we were there but, the service and the atmosphere and our food were superb. ”
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the fries were perfect besides the cook adding peper to them- ”
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The manager didn't even have the time to come and make amends for the awful meal. ”
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We started with the best lobster chowder I have ever had and the arugula salad ( also very good) ”
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Worth a second visit but make sure you tell them you don't like your steak overdone. ”
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Great atmosphere, great food, OK service ”
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The service was good--I don't have any complaints about the way we were treated or the timeliness of getting our drinks and food. ”
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My friend and I enjoyed a memorable meal there recently, and the prices were extremely reasonable! ”
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all i wanted was a good burger ad fries, i got a burger that was burnt on the outside. ”
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4) Finally, when you order a burger with cheese on it, shouldn't the cheese be melted? ”
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The food was good, not excellent ”
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The price was very reasonable as well--I've paid more money for similar quality food at other resturants in Boston. ”
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had the almond crusted goat cheese salad to start and the crispy eggplant for an entree. ”
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Who would really order a burger anyway with all the other great Items on the menu. ”
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The pace of the meal was nice: not rushed, nice spacing between starters and entrees, however service was inattentive even though the restaurant was not at all crowded. ”
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don't mind spending money on good food, but for a burger, I'd go somewhere else. ”
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abe and louis on boyleston makes a perfect burger with good fries for the same price tag. ”
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The broccoli was crisp and delicious, and the potato wedges were a perfect complement. ”
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The service sucked; the food was average; the experience was unspeakable. ”
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will never go to this place again, the food is good, but, not good enough for that kind of treatment. ”
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Kind of dark, but the food is great, the bartenders frequently have Irish accents, and the atmosphere can't be beat. ”
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While I agree with the previous post's complaints about the host/hostess--they underestimated the wait time for our table, and barely called out our name above speaking level in a loud bar (luckily we weren't to far from the hostess stand)--I thought the ”
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Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the food, wine, and ambience. ”
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| menu variety |
100.0% positive |
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The menu is pretty big with 5-6 starters, 3 platters and, 5-6 entrees. ”
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The selection of drinks is large and the bartenders seemed slightly less friendly than a scared dog. ”
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Who would really order a burger anyway with all the other great Items on the menu. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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The pace of the meal was nice: not rushed, nice spacing between starters and entrees, however service was inattentive even though the restaurant was not at all crowded. ”
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| return potential |
100.0% positive |
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The bartender suggested a pomegranate martini and it was the perfect cocktail - not cloying like lots many sweet drinks like that can be - I will go back and will have a hard time ordering anything else. ”
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Although the cocktails were not half bad, I can't think of any reason why I would ever wish to come back, particularly in a city where so much more can be found almost anywhere. ”
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| service |
76.78999900817871% positive |
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Friendly staff, good music and icey cold beer which is important. ”
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Kind of dark, but the food is great, the bartenders frequently have Irish accents, and the atmosphere can't be beat. ”
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like to go there on the quieter nights (Weds) where service is more attentive. ”
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We had a great time- it wasn't very crowded while we were there but, the service and the atmosphere and our food were superb. ”
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Both of my visits have been on quieter evenings but I found the food and service excellent. ”
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The pace of the meal was nice: not rushed, nice spacing between starters and entrees, however service was inattentive even though the restaurant was not at all crowded. ”
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we were served quickly by a friendly and fast bartender. ”
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Slow service, Unfriendly staff ”
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2) During our unnecessary wait, we at least thought it would be easy enough to order drinks at the moderately-crowded bar--no such luck, as the bar staff spent more time chatting with others. ”
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Great atmosphere, great food, OK service ”
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this being a resteraunt at dinner time , not so good) looked more than confused since other people were waiting behind us. ”
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The room is furnished beautifully and the lay-out is inviting- we were graciously welcomed at the door and immediately went to the bar where I found the bartender extremely friendly and helpful. ”
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Drinks were great, it certainly didn't feel like it but 25mins later the hostess called our name and we were seated against the back wall of the restaurant. ”
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at the end of the bar and the beautiful mistletoe toting bartender (!) ”
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The server was friendly and attentive. ”
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The service was good--I don't have any complaints about the way we were treated or the timeliness of getting our drinks and food. ”
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have owned a restaurant in Cambridge for over a decade and am left thinking that there must be a pressing personal matter between "c town" and an owner or staff member at the B.S.T. I say that only because I have long been a fan of their flagship store ”
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The hostess, server and everyone were fabulous. ”
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Chewy steak but good staff ”
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The service sucked; the food was average; the experience was unspeakable. ”
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The selection of drinks is large and the bartenders seemed slightly less friendly than a scared dog. ”
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While I agree with the previous post's complaints about the host/hostess--they underestimated the wait time for our table, and barely called out our name above speaking level in a loud bar (luckily we weren't to far from the hostess stand)--I thought the ”
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we ordered, ate, paid the bill and left a 20% tip even though the waitress was mediocre and had a bit of a 'tude. ”
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The bartender suggested a pomegranate martini and it was the perfect cocktail - not cloying like lots many sweet drinks like that can be - I will go back and will have a hard time ordering anything else. ”
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Thirdly, most service industry people are nice and willing to accomadate most requests, but remember, they work off tips, which is why when you are sitting at a table with an $80.00 check for 3 hours, they want you to leave--plus I can guarantee that you ”
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Our bartender was so mean we were actually afraid to ask for another round of martinis and decided to order beer so he wouldn't have to work so hard. ”
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The manager didn't even have the time to come and make amends for the awful meal. ”
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great staff, medicoer food ”
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| value |
78.5699987411499% positive |
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have always been a big fan of good spots in boston to have a good meal on the cheap i.e. silvertone, the franklin, the b side. ”
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don't mind spending money on good food, but for a burger, I'd go somewhere else. ”
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Food was good, but overpriced. ”
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abe and louis on boyleston makes a perfect burger with good fries for the same price tag. ”
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Both of their establishments are thankfully lacking a pretentious atmosphere and over priced, egotistic cuisine. ”
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The price was very reasonable as well--I've paid more money for similar quality food at other resturants in Boston. ”
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My friend and I enjoyed a memorable meal there recently, and the prices were extremely reasonable! ”
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| wait time |
100.0% positive |
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have owned a restaurant in Cambridge for over a decade and am left thinking that there must be a pressing personal matter between "c town" and an owner or staff member at the B.S.T. I say that only because I have long been a fan of their flagship store ”
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