Gargoyles on the Square
Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: (617) 776-5300
Fax: (617) 666-6679
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Russell Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Aphrodisiac Restaurant 2008, Bar Scene 2006, Date Spot 2006
- Hours:
- Tue-Thu 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 10:30am-3pm, 5:30pm-10pm, Bar: Daily 5pm-1am
Message from Gargoyles on the Square
American cuisine with French influences without the pretentious prices
- Live jazz on Sundays
- Bar menu
- Catering
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Editorial Review for Gargoyles on the Square – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
Gargoyles doesn't actually look out onto Davis Square, but floor-to-ceiling windows offer plenty of people-watching opportunities. On most nights, the action is in the front bar, where area professionals congregate over martinis and pints of obscure, imported beer. The dining room's warm-toned, calming environment places the focus squarely on the kitchen's eclectic, contemporary cuisine. Affable waiters are well-versed in the menu's many intricacies.
The Food
Gargoyles' seasonal menu provides adventurous diners with several whimsical presentations of standard favorites. Tender venison medallions, which come to life thanks to a toasted hazelnut and port wine reduction, sit atop a delicate crepe stuffed with Vermont cheddar, roasted apple, celery root and spinach. Starters are no less inventive; try the chili and honey grilled salmon, which comes with pink grapefruit, cucumber, and a watercress yogurt dressing. Leave room for stylish desserts, including a delicious banana Baked Alaska.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyBudget-minded diners should head for the bar, where few items on the menu (ratatouille and buffalo-mozzarella sandwich, grilled Asian beef salad) top $10.
When to GoWhile the bar stays open late, diners should arrive no later than 10pm on weekdays, 10:30pm on weekends.
ParkingIf there are no metered parking spaces out front, check in back, where there's limited complimentary parking.
User Reviews for Gargoyles on the Square
11/11/2006 Posted by spollock4
We've eaten from the regular menu and the bar and found both to be terrific. Definitely recommend Gargoyle's as a first stop for the night as well as the main event.
Pros: reasonably priced bar menu
Cons: crowded on weekends
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful
10/15/2006 Posted by mropinionated
I went with a buddy of mine because we heard about the great food. A little too romantic, but none the less we had a fun night. From the moment we walked in the door it was a great experience, the hostess was gorgeous, the drinks at the bar were good (although a little over priced for the area) but the bartender really knew his stuff. The dinner was fantasic although had a little dispute with our waitress about the food, but she quickly took care of it and didn't charge us. The food is definitely for those with an open mind, willing to try something new. I would make a suggetion but each plate was such a unique combination that i wouldn't give the food justice if i tried to describe it. We met the owner, who was very nice and took special care of us even though it was our first time there. Overall it was a great evening, although the dim lighting and balconette seating is more appropriate for a dinner date than two buddies catching up since college.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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