Metropolis Cafe
(617) 892-4253
584 Tremont St
(at Dartmouth Street)
Boston,
MA
02118
42.3432
-71.0728
Neighborhoods: South End, Shawmut
Hours:
Mon-Wed 5:30pm-10pm
Thu-Fri 5:30pm-11pm
Sat 9am-3pm, 5:30pm-11pm
Sun 9am-3pm, 5:30pm-10pm
Price:
$$$
Last updated 6.24.09
What People Are Saying About Metropolis Cafe
The Owner
Metropolis Cafe
Owner
Metropolis Cafe is an intimate dining spot that offers a cozy atmosphere with a unique menu of Mediterranean and French cuisine, plus a varied wine list and a great selection of beer. This eclectic menu features, steak, seafood, and chicken dishes that will leave all guests feeling amazed. Metropolis Cafe is located in trendy South End at corner of Tremont Street and Union Park. Weekend Brunch may fill this boutique cafe up quickly, but it's well worth the wait while you people watch on Tremont Street. If you want to restaurant to make you feel like you are at home with authentic Mediteranean and French dishes then this Boston gem is the place for you.
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene
Part of the Seth Woods empire (Aquitaine, Union), this romantic South End restaurant is a neighborhood favorite, especially during its acclaimed weekend brunch service. Befitting a relaxed bistro in one of the city's most vibrant areas, the Metropolis attracts a suitably diverse crowd. Pleasant, casual waiters traverse the cramped quarters with ease. Window tables provide colorful glimpses of bustling Tremont St. A small but well-chosen wine list--no liquor is served--keeps oenophiles content.
The Food
Best described as upscale comfort fare, served with aplomb, the Metropolis's menu includes clever twists on familiar favorites. A filet of wild salmon is encrusted with horseradish, while the expected tartare starter eschews tuna or steak in favor of farm-fresh asparagus. Desserts like rich chocolate pudding cake and sinful banana-caramel bread pudding provide a worthy finish. Brunch highlights include fresh huevos rancheros and the "South End ommelette" (sausage, mushrooms, and brie).
User Reviews
Karalyn12
March 19, 2009
I ordered probably the best chicken I've ever tasted. Excellent food all around and the staff was very friendly. Very reasonable for the trendy location. I would highly recommend.
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bosfoodie
September 22, 2008
I live around the corner and have been coming to Metropolis for years. I love the small space - very cozy, even if it is cramped and a little uncomfortable (and seats by the door are FREEZING in the winter!). It feels like a city spot and I like that. Dinner is great - pretty simple dishes that are very well prepared with quality ingredients. I guess I'm pretty picky but at Metropolis I would be happy ordering nearly any item on the menu. It's really too bad, therefore, that their breakfast/brunch is so horrific. I want to like it. I really have tried to like it but, honestly, it just fails miserably. It begins with the service, which is a sour, bitter, lazy, barely awake and just rude crew. And I'm being kind. Coffee is never refilled unless you ask (and, if you do, you're really inconveniencing them...). The staff is painfully slow and inefficient. Aside from the service, the already ridiculously small tables are half filled with any and every condiment you may or may not need (Tobasco, ketchup, jams, syrup, sugar, cream, salt, pepper,...), leaving little room for plates and cups and no room for anything else - including your hands/arms. The food has greatly improved in recent months but it still is nothing special and doesn't make up for the other shortcomings of this place. Make dinner plans here but skip the breakfast!
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garydragoon
September 22, 2008
6:15 on a Friday night no reservations and a quest for something different led my wife and I to the Metropolis Cafe. We started with the tour of the many tempting spots on Tremont Street (which were all full with a long wait) when we wandered by the Metropolis. We both took a look at the menu and decided to see if they had any spots. Once inside we were taken by how nice and cozy it was and that you could hear ourselves talk. The maitre'd said that they were full but there was a table that may be available in 10 minutes if we could wait. We sat at the bar, reviewed the wine list and asked the bar tender if we could have a taste of two we were thinking of and to our surprise he said yes. While the wine list is a bit shallow it is very well priced with a lot of very good wines in the $30 to $60 dollar range. After being seated we were served a wonderful bread with a oil and garlic dipping sauce to get us started. The waiter told us the specials and answered a few questions before we ordered. One of the specials was Spaghetti & Meatballs and on a whim I ordered it and I must tell you it was the best I have ever had. My wife had a veal dish which was wonderful and very well prepared. For desert we had a Creme Brulee and and finished off the wine while relaxing and enjoying the view. The Metropolis it one of those rare finds that is a great place to enjoy a evening over great food, good wine in an inviting, cozy atmosphere. We will be back
read full reviewThe Details on Metropolis Cafe
When to Go:
Try the brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 9am until 3pm.
Know Before You Go:
Couples looking to enjoy a quiet conversation are best served to wait until off-peak hours, as the cramped quarters lead to little elbow room and overheard confessions.
Call Ahead:
Due to the cozy setting and popularity, it's best to call ahead and make a reservation.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Check, American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Brunch, View Dining, People Watching, Date Spot
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Metropolis Cafe
- Mediteranean Cuisine
- Beer/Wine
- Brunch
Metropolis Cafe is an intimate dining spot that offers a cozy atmosphere with a unique menu of Mediterranean and French cuisine, plus a varied wine list and a great selection of beer. This eclectic menu features, steak, seafood, and chicken dishes that will leave all guests feeling amazed. Metropolis Cafe is located in trendy South End at corner of Tremont Street and Union Park. Weekend Brunch may fill this boutique cafe up quickly, but it's well worth the wait while you people watch on Tremont Street. If you want to restaurant to make you feel like you are at home with authentic Mediteranean and French dishes then this Boston gem is the place for you.
