Anchovies
(617) 266-5088
433 Columbus Ave
Boston,
MA
02116
42.344
-71.0778
Neighborhoods: South End, Columbus
What People Are Saying About Anchovies
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The clientele is as diverse as the South End: Old, young, black, white, gay, straight. These are patrons for whom Anchovies is a home away from home. As soon as you arrive, walk to the far end of the bar to place your name on the waiting list, then chill out with a martini or a beer and peruse the menu (or order a pizza to while away the minutes). The pastas are very good, especially topped with fresh clams in a garlic-herb butter or marinara sauce. Chicken parmigiana, buried under a blanket of melted cheese, is Italian-American comfort food. The meatball sandwich could feed a small army. Entrees come with a side of pasta and a small salad. Portions are huge, so bring along your appetite.
User Reviews
Karalyn12
March 19, 2009
Great place to chill out and have beers with good people. Good place to go if you don't want to deal with dressing up or trying to impress.
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Anonymous
February 03, 2008
The South End is reknown for its tony, high-end restaurants but Anchovies is a good reminder that good food and a good night out don't require large bills. More than anything, it's a great place to have a drink or two with friends.The menu isn't necessarily innovative, typical fare here such as fried mozzarella, mussels, and garlic bread. The eggplant parmigiana and the pasta with garlic and olive oil are standouts. Locals love it so expect a wait for a table.
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ringo902
December 23, 2006
I have been going to Anchovies every week almost religiously for about two years. The food is great. Inexpensive but super delicious. The drinks are wonderful. The waitstaff was typically known for having a saucy but friendly attitude, while provide excellent and efficient service. The Saturday night bartender is outstanding. However, in recent months some of the regular servers have suddenly disappeared and have been replaced by completely unprofessional, unattentive, and uncaring waitresses. I've put up with the rapid decline in service standards because I had always had a soft spot for Anchovies. A simple request for bread is treated with a condescending attitude. Mutiple requests for water are completely ignored, if not mocked. Often times the check has been coming without so much as a "how's everything" or an inquiry as to whether or not a second drink was desired. Tonight I left feeling furious for the way I was treated. I really want to give this place another chance. It makes me sad to see the standards here plummet. You should maybe give it a chance too. Just completely lower your expectations and maybe you'll leave feeling somewhat satisfied.
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Parking:
Spots are hard to come by in this heavily residental neighborhood. Patrons may have to check farther down Columbus Ave. and endure a bit of a walk.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Family Style Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Cheap Eats
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
