Charley's
(617) 266-3000
284 Newbury St
Boston,
MA
02115
42.3489
-71.0843
Neighborhoods: Black Bay West, Back Bay
What People Are Saying About Charley's
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene
Usually packed with students and tourists, Charley's dining room sports a saloon motif and can be deafening when packed. The sidewalk patio offers one of the more affordable outdoor dining options in the neighborhood. The bar serves up a surprisingly thorough wine list and several slushy frozen drinks. Weekend brunch service attracts strong crowds, as all items (average cost: $10) include a mimosa or screwdriver.
The Food
With its pizzas, salads, fish dishes and sandwiches, the extensive menu attempts to cover all the proverbial bases. Starters like creamy spinach and artichoke dip or Caesar salad topped with spicy blackened chicken can easily be shared. Those looking for something more filling than a juicy burger can choose from pasta dishes and choice steaks. Desserts include authentic New York cheesecake and rich Charles River pie.
User Reviews
LauraNespo
October 06, 2008
When I first moved to Boston and found myself roaming up and down Newbury Street feeling slightly overwhelmed by all the choices, I called a friend and asked if he had any recommendations. He referred me to Charley's and I was not disappointed. It was a gorgeous Saturday night in September, which made for perfect outdoor dining weather. Charley's outside dinning area is accompanied by beautifully lit trees which make for a wonderful ambiance. We did have a 15 minute, but that is generally to be expected on a Saturday night on Newbury Street. You can roam the street for a few minutes or have a seat at the bar while you wait. The service was fine and the food was great. I had the chicken broccoli ziti and was very pleased (which says a lot, because I'm a native of the NYC metro-area and I'm fairly picky when it comes to pasta). I think the food took a bit longer than usual to come out, but, once again, it was a Saturday night and the restaurant was quite busy. I will definitely dine there again. My mother is coming to visit this weekend and I'm planning on taking here there. Overall, I would definitely recommend Charley's.
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Allie208
August 26, 2008
While we were on vacation in Boston we decided that we would focus on dining at a variety of local dining in the area. We decided that we would have brunch at this restaurant. When we arrived at this restaurant we were one of the first seated however we were one of the last to receive our food. This only after we complained about how many people came after us and was served before us. My party contained 2 adults and 2 children, so the size of our party was not an issue. The coffee we received was not hot, it was lukewarm. The mini-muffins we received were good though I thought the corn muffins were a little dry. When our meal finally came, I could not eat the french toast that I was given it was cold. I asked others at my table and the kids said they were really hungry so they did not care, and my companion did not think his food was very good. I refused to eat my food and asked for a check so I could go elsewhere. The manager was very condescending in his attitude towards me and offered to give me eggs or some muffins because he felt bad. I have visited a lot of restaurants in Boston and this was one of the worst, especially for the price we paid. This restaurant left a bad taste in my mouth.
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August 12, 2008
I have dined at Charley's for quite a long time now and I definately enjoy everything whenever I go there, however, after all of my experiences dining there, here are the key elements that guarantee you a perfect meal. Either go to dinner early or late night in order to get a prime outdoor seating spot for great people watching and luminescent lighting. The waitstaff should bring you over bread, but if they do not please ask for it, it is out of this world. Fresh from the oven, cripsy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, and the homemade butter makes everything melt in your mouth! Also, for wine I highly reccommend a glass of Moon Mountain's Cabernet Sauvignon. Incredible flavor, Sonoma Valley vineyard, and hard to come by in the New England area. I would then order a garden salad, I believe it is an extra $1.99 when ordering an entree, with the House Creamy Italian dressing. The salad is not anything outstanding but the dressing is incedible, you will lick the plate. Now for the drum roll, the reason I come here, a dish I have made my own version of just to satisfy the craving, the Angelhair Primavera with Chicken! This dish is highly flavorful, the matchstick vegetables are cooked perfectly and with grated parmesean cheese on top and a couple dashes of their Bull's Hot Sauce, you are good to go for an incredible burst of flavor in your mouth! I usually skip dessert because I have no room left in my stomach, but the entree is tasty enough that will leave you wanting to come back for more.
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Know Before You Go:
On weekends, it's advisable to call ahead and place your name on the waiting list for a table, as waiting times (especially for the patio) can be longer than an hour in the summertime.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Gift Certificate, American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Brunch, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
On the patio
