Harvard Gardens

10/14/2007 Posted by gtjojahpeach

We only waited a few minutes to sit down, but were not greeted by out waiter right away. When he did greet us he said they were out of ALL brunch items accept for eggs and omelets. He didn't come back for another 15-20 minutes to place our order. Our food took an hour to get to the table and the waiter did not alert us once to any kitchen updates or why the food was taking so long. We had ordered two omelets. When the food finally came, he didn't apologize for the delay. All of the food - eggs, bacon and potatoes were overcooked and looked and tasted as though they had been sitting out for a while. The waiter did not put any more effort than minimally needed to get us our food/see how we were doing. He also got one of the orders wrong. The check took just as long to get as it had to order our food. To say the least - not returning. Who is out of everything but eggs during brunch before noon?

Pros: Ambience

Cons: Service

07/09/2007 Posted by ijdatz

Went out to this restaurant for dinner with my sister and really enjoyed it! We were a little short on budget but still have high standards and this one met them and exceeded! We shared everything that we ordered and the staff was very courteous about it. The butterleaf cashew salad was excellent, the truffled parmesan fries were awesome, (very big serving, and even better on oven reheat later that night!) and the asparagus ravioli was particularily memorable. It had a great bar scene but still very convenient and comfortable dinner seating. If anything was lacking it was the airconditioning. It wasn't too hot, but on a stifling day I wanted a little more than room fans.

Pros: Ambiene, Food

Cons: Air conditioning

04/03/2007 Posted by denny21

great bar scene with equally great food. service is comparable to most other good restaurants only the staff at HG is downright gorgeous - read: serious eye candy. thursday nights are not to be missed - get there early, it fills up quickly so if you get there before 10, you can secure one of the coveted high top bar tables and stake out your section before the rush. definitely try the tuna tartare - best in the city

Pros: great staff, great food, great drinks, FANTASTIC music

Cons: no parking, gets crowded early

11/20/2006 Posted by abirkens

The bar has a great vibe as it fills in during the weekdays with local doctors and businessman. The food is good, try the hamburger, its pretty good!

02/24/2006 Posted by beaconhillgirl

LOVE the HG for food and drinks on an off-night. The menu is great, my only negative is that I have so many favorites, I rarely try anything new. There is tuna tartar in a martini glass with plum sauce, good bibb lettuce salad, delicious chicken salad, inventive pasta dishes that can come in half-sizes, creative pizzas, etc. Wine list is decent, and quite inexpensive. Martinis and special drink list is fun and reasonably priceD. It is a little too much of a scene on thurs/fri/sat, as a line develops out front by 10pm, but the rest of the week it is not crowded. Perfect neighborhood locale for casual dinner and drinks!

Pros: tuna appetizer, reasonably priced, always plays sox game

04/16/2005 Posted by jay25

Fun food, fun drinks. I love being able to order the best tuna tartar in boston, at the same place I can sling back beers have a burger and people watch. This place has come along way, I can call this my neighborhood place for any occasion, date, watching a game or special occasion

Pros: walking location, noise

Cons: parking, noise

05/09/2004 Posted by jay27

I have not been to Harvard Gardens in sometime, I went back recently and was very suprised the food is not what it was, its much better, very exciting and the lovely crowds are still here. there now is a hugh menu with ton of specials, its worth trying

08/22/2002 Posted by dblackey

I have traveled all over the world and I can say that without a doubt HG plays host to the most beautiful women of any bar scene. The staff is equally as attractive!

08/14/2002 Posted by duff29

I have been to Harvard Gardens a few times now, and every time I go I have a great time. The food is always great, the drinks are tastey, and there is always a lively atmosphere!

08/14/2002 Posted by bostonchick

I have never met a better bartender in my life than Karen at HG. She is the best- drinks, attitude and all! My favorite dish there right now is the salmon. I love the fact that there menu changes every season. Great neighborhood hang out.

Pros: the staff

Cons: none