Tremont 647
Boston, MA 02118
Phone: (617) 266-4600
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- West Brookline Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 5:30pm-10pm, Fri 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 10:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sun 10:30am-3pm, 5:30pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Tremont 647 – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
All warm lighting, stylish touches and fabulous people--this is one of the area's premier places to see and be seen. Just past the entrance, a cozy, intimate bar looks out onto the long dining room and the open kitchen. Black-clad waiters help interpret the imaginative menu's many unusual flavor combinations. The bar features an excellent drink menu and a serviceable wine list. Weekend brunch service adds a whimsical touch, as patrons and waitstaff arrive bedecked in their pajamas.
The Food
Expect the unexpected, as the menu offers such refreshing options as roasted chicken livers, brussels sprouts and homemade doughnuts. There are some missteps, however. Avoid the rather fishy salt-cod mashed potatoes in favor of flavorful seared tuna and sea bass wrapped in banana leaves. Homemade sorbets are a superb closer--as are the cinnamon-sugar doughnuts, which come with sweet whipped mascarpone cheese for dipping.
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Insider Tips
ParkingThere's nary a parking spot to be found for non-residents after 6pm; spring for the $12 valet parking and save yourself the aggravation.
The ExtrasSouth End scenesters and their dogs camp out on 647's sidewalk patio to see and be seen.
User Reviews for Tremont 647
04/12/2008 Posted by freewilly7
went for restaurant week w/friends. food was good but not exceptional. their "tibetan pork"(?) dumplings... i don't know... tell me why it's any different from regular pork dumplings? other items (i had the steak, can't remember what dessert) were great, ambiance was great, price... was great--bc it was restaurant week prix fixe. :)
03/21/2008 Posted by Katherien
This chic little restaurant is about one mile from the theater district, a relatively easy 15 to 20 minute walk in good weather. The food was excellent, as was the service. I made the reservation that day and asked if we would have enough time to make our show. Not only did they remember me when I got there, but the server was very attentive which helped us stick to our time frame. The Lobster Mac & Cheese is usually a seasonal entree but I got lucky and they had it on the menu last night. I'm not necessarily a Lobster lover --sometimes I find it a little bland-- but I had read other reviews for this signature dish and I was intrigued by the concept. It was a satisfying premium version of the classic comfort food with an ever so slightly sweet sauce that wasn't too heavy. And there was a generous amount of medium sized succulent chunks. The texture of the Lobster contrasted nicely with the al dente pasta. I enjoyed it so much that we ordered one for our two baby sitters to share as a thank you for making a rare night out possible. And our server was kind enough to ask the Chef Owner, Andy Husband, how long we could safely leave it in the car while we caught the show. That may explain why he dropped by our table and described how he makes it. The cheese sauce includes milk, cheddar cheese, swiss cheese and a little bit of diced red and green pepper. It wasn't cheap, about $24.00 but unless you have a really big appetite you could probably split it with someone or take half of it home for a pleasant reminder of an amazing meal. We also had the Pork Chili with Sweet Potatoes and Beans. I was hoping it would have been a little sweet but it was flavorful and mild with a slight kick. The Pork was very tender and it was garnished with crisp julienned tortilla. The Blue Cheese Polenta was creamy, almost fluffy, with a subtle amount of the distinctive taste of Blue Cheese. Overall, a great dining experience.
Pros: Great food, great service
Cons: Some smaller portions but server advised in advance
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