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Wood-oven pizzas and live music combine to yield one of Jamaica Plain's most congenial locales.
(617) 390-7106
3712 Washington St
(Arborway)
Jamaica Plain,
MA
02130
42.300656
-71.11313
Neighborhoods: Roslindale, Forest Hills / Woodbourne
Hours:
Mon 5pm-1am
Tue-Fri 11:30am-1am
Sat-Sun 10am-1am
Price:
$
Dogwood Cafe
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Dogwood Cafe
The Owner
Dogwood Cafe
Owner
Whether you are looking for a place to eat or simply to relax, The Dogwood Cafe in Jamaica Plain is the place to go. This Jamaica Plain cafe is the best place to meet up with friends or family to enjoy a relaxed dining experience with a neighborhood atmosphere. From creative brick-oven pizzas named after the trees in the Arnold Arboretum to fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches and more, The Dogwood Cafe offers something for everyone. Their drink selection is also unbeatable with beer on tap as well as tasty martinis and cocktails. The Dogwood Cafe decorates its walls with artwork by local…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Located just off the Arborway, a short walk from the Forest Hills T station, the Dogwood Cafe serves as a primary hangout for loads of Jamaica Plain residents. Live music is featured on the weekends, and the earthy-crunchy vibe is evident on the menu, where the specialty pizzas are named after the various trees that are found in the nearby Arnold Arboretum (birch, cypress, dogwood). Comfort fare like burgers and salads also top many tables.
05/07/09
Somewhat decent neighborhood cafe
by westcoastalice at Citysearch
Dogwood is okay - we have been there a few times and it's never been terrible but never terrific either. The Dogwood mostly stays in business because it's the only halfway decent place to eat unless you take the T or walk up to Centre Street. The beer is unnecessarily expensive but the pizza is pretty good. The $1 takeout fee still irks me - you can get delivery from Same Old Place and just tip instead, so what's the point?
- Pros: Only place to get a beer in walking distance!
- Cons: Disinterested service, additional takeout fees
08/24/08
Total Disregard of Customer Loyalty
by rebeccat777 at Citysearch
Horrible. I have been a loyal customer of Dogwood for the past year. Evening beers with friends, Sunday brunches, last minute dinners. No more. The Dogwood has lost a loyal customer. When I was told I would be charged twice if I sent my breakfast scramble back I asked to speak to the manager. Never once was I rude or out of line, I was kind and kept a smile on my face the entire time. The manager was rude and condescending. I explained to her that, I eat here all the time, and I always order the same thing. I didn?t even look at the menu, so I didn?t remember cheese being an ingredient. I can?t eat cheese I explained to her. Too bad, pay for a second one without cheese or eat this one (which was undercooked) with cheese. I was shocked. The things that until now I have let slide: Slow service, dirty silverware, cleaner being sprayed close enough to taste it while I tried to eat, cold veggie burgers, no menu substitutions, and undercooked food. I am shocked at the disrespect. I will spend my money someplace where the service is good and the manger is respectful to me and my community.
05/29/07
Inconsistency brings down what could be a neighborhood gem but I still return
by roslindan at Citysearch
Good food and pleasant atmosphere near Forest Hills. The only drawback is that the service, and to a lesser degree, the quality of the food can vary enormously from visit to visit.
- Pros: food, location, bar
- Cons: inconsistency
The Details on Dogwood Cafe
When to Go:
Come by Saturday and Sunday to try the brunch, ranging from build your own omelets and pancakes, steak tips and eggs to breakfast pizzas from 10am - 3pm.
What to Drink:
The restaurant also serves a wide variety of specialty martinis with names almost as much fun as the drinks themselves, such as the Lime Ricky or the Nutty Irish Pirate.
Category:
Restaurants, Neighborhood Bars, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Brunch, Group Dining
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Dogwood Cafe
- Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches
- Jamaica Plain Locale
- Relaxed Atmosphere
Whether you are looking for a place to eat or simply to relax, The Dogwood Cafe in Jamaica Plain is the place to go. This Jamaica Plain cafe is the best place to meet up with friends or family to enjoy a relaxed dining experience with a neighborhood atmosphere.
From creative brick-oven pizzas named after the trees in the Arnold Arboretum to fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches and more, The Dogwood Cafe offers something for everyone. Their drink selection is also unbeatable with beer on tap as well as tasty martinis and cocktails.
The Dogwood Cafe decorates its walls with artwork by local artists. The artwork that graces the walls is on a rotation and all of it is for sale through their curator. The Dogwood Cafe features acoustic musicians and live music every Friday & Saturday from 6pm & 10pm. Check out the web site for their daily specials as well as a list of upcoming events.
