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B Street Restaurant & Bar
Categories: Restaurants American (Traditional) Nightlife Bars American (Traditional), Bars [Edit]
796 Beacon StNewton, MA 02459
(617) 332-8743
- Nearest Transit:
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Centre St @ Beacon St (52)
Centre St @ Langley Rd (52)
Newton Centre Station - Outbound (Green Line)
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 11 am - 10 pm
Thu-Fri 11 am - 11:30 pm
Sat 10 am - 11:30 pm
Sun 10 am - 10 pm
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Music:
- Background
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sun, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Trendy
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
59 reviews for B Street Restaurant & Bar
Review Highlights
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"We shared the pumpkin hummus and tomato basil flatbread." In 4 reviews -
"...soon I was eyeballing the dinner menu and the pork chop." In 4 reviews -
"...never been let down - the turkey meatballs are a three star..." In 3 reviews
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59 reviews in English
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Review from Robert D.
Wellesley, MA
4/28/2012
OK, I love "Best ____" lists and signature dishes -- so since the Globe's 45 Best Breakfast Joints in the Sunday mag, the cover dish has been high on my list. (Btw the B Street is not a breakfast joint but a very comfy, cozy, and, even slightly elegant bistro.)
I am glad to report that the breakfast flatbread was worth the buildup, and the B Street was an overall delight. Three fried eggs, roasted garlic, mozzarella, potatoes, and bacon on a nicely baked, crisp and chewy flatbread had that combination of flavors and textures that makes food so much fun. Salt, warm, comfort, crunch, goo. And it was beautiful.
Now I recently spent 4 days eating my way across Charleston, SC and I thought the shrimp'n'grits at the Hominy Grill was about the best contrast/flavor orgy I'd ever had. The flatbread was to diner breakfasts what the shrimp'n'grits was to low country brunch. Well-designed, satisfying, and a cut above the rest.
Now, I was alone, sat at the bar, and didn't sample anything else (the coffee was only eh). But the B Street gets 5 stars because (a) I went for the flatbread and it met expectations and (b) Lauren, the comely blonde barperson, shared her Etta James Pandora station with us all. Otis Redding, Platters, *and* Dion & the Belmonts. What better way to start the afternoon. Now if they'd add an arugula salad to their egg-heavy brunch menu, maybe I can get my wife to join me next time. -
Review from Ira H.
Newton, MA
4/13/2012
I was going to give this restaurant 4 stars but after reading a few of the lame reviews below I pumped it up.
We went here last weekend for a date night. I hadn't been in since the renovation from Pie. I think they did an amazing job. The decor is warm and comfortable. Real candles are spread out in the room instead of the LED lights you see everywhere now.
We were seated quickly and the waitress was knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great glass of wine. Lucky Strike?
The best part was the food. We had the mussels which were perfect and large. They were PEI mussels which are wonderful. The salad was great. I had the swordfish. At $27 the price is up there but it is expensive fish. It was cooked perfectly and the sides were excellent. We had coffee and the strawberry rhubarb pie for dessert. I thought it was a little too sweet but ate it all anyway... The coffee could have been better.
We will definitely return to try more menu choices. -
Review from Kevin M.
Newton, MA
3/18/2012
I've been 3 times and I've trying to figure it out. It's inconsistent for sure. My second meal there was very good (and more app than entree; the turkey, butternut squash chilli was amazing, especially on a winter night). The first and third meals, not so much. I found the burger underwhelming and served on a English muffin! how lame!
It is also very pricey given the quality. I feel there are better restaurants in Newton that can justify that mid to high $20 entree price.
It's a small, cute restaurant in busy Newton Centre. The bar is a bit awkward if you have to stand due to the kitchen traffic flow and the narrow space. I've found the staff to be friendly; I always appreciate a taste of the wine before springing for a glass.
I'm not sure I'll visit again given what Newton has to offer.Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 3/28/2012
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Review from Phil M.
Boston, MA
3/14/2012 2 Check-ins Here
I've been here for breakfast/brunch twice. Once was with a Living Social/Groupon for the place and the other time it was just to try it out. I have to say that it wasn't anything over the top. It was nice, and the prices were typical for the area. It is a bit small, but that comes with the territory. It is a nice change between Johnys or Union Street. And I'd go here before I'd go to the Station Dinner, which is very over-priced...unless you like paying extra for "steam punk".
Good Job B street, love the brunch choice selection. -
Review from Matt S.
Boston, MA
2/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
Menu is boring, food was moderate. i'll pass.
Edit: I was asked by the management (supposedly) to take my informal review down. Pros.Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 2/16/2012
Not true. We simply feel that this was the wrong venue for… More » -
Review from Jeana T.
Belmont, MA
2/26/2012 2 photos
I went here last night with my other half and it was good. Jackie was our server and she was friendly, personable, and attentive. I asked for a fun nonalcoholic drink and she was very accommodating checking with the bartender for some suggestions. I ended up with a faux-hito which I was happy with. For my entree, I got the half chicken with greens and rice, the chicken was very tender and came out promptly unlike what I have read from other reviews. I just wish the skin was crispier.
The prices were a little steeper than what I was expecting based on a quick glance at Yelp before heading over, but it's a trendy little place in Newton so I shouldn't have been that surprised. I'll check this place out again, service was great, food selection a little eclectic for my taste, probably not a regular go to for me. -
Review from Chris W.
Allston-Brighton, MA
1/8/2012
I came upon this restaurant after my wife purchased a group-on. We decided to use it for brunch on a Sunday morning (11am). The ambiance is very cozy, its a small restaurant / bar. We were seated near the window. The service was very friendly and hospitable, however they seemed stretched thin. We spent alot of time waiting for our food and refills for drinks. The slow service was really a reflection on how low staffed they are. They only had two waitresses, a bartender, an a hostess. At one point the hostess was running around refilling drinks.
Although the service was slow, the food was very good. I had the egg and steak quesadilla and it was very good. The food really helped even out the slow service. -
Review from Suzanne J. C.
New Orleans, LA
9/17/2011
Delicious, yes. Not perfect, but delicious.
In my designated "new kid in town" period, I take my duties seriously and try any restaurant that strikes my fancy. When the orientation at school got overwhelming, the ladywife and I wandered down the hill into "town." Based on menus alone, we picked B Street a bit before the rush.
In terms of brunch, this place heats up fast. Go early if you need a quiet space or a bigger bubble. Personal space isn't an issue for me, but I'm also from the South.
Moving into the food! (That's what we're here for, isn't it?) I enjoyed a salad that was fairly fresh, but the lettuce (iceburg) had some of those yucky core bits that should really be removed and fed to the compost pile. Their in-house buttermilk dressing was out of this world! The dressing made up for the weird lettuce. I wanted to lick the plate, but that would be downright uncouth. My wife said the frittata was better than what she could make at home, with perfectly cooked eggs and crisp veggies. B Street served a generous portion, too.
Around us, people were ordering french toast, oatmeal, and melon plates that all looked drool-worthy. Were I a breakfast fan, I would have been all over the french toast. Really, brunch is more my speed.
The other note that is well-posted but seems to elude everyone is that only a specific menu is served during brunch hours. Lots of folks trickled in, were seated, and walked out after a glance at the menu. When a restaurant posts their menu outside, it's really the fault of the patron for not bothering to glance around before they waltz in. So! Take notes! Special brunch-only menu on weekends until dinner!
The service was hovering somewhere between average and excellent. Our server was in and out of paying attention; when she was on, she was really on. When she wandered off, she disappeared for a long time. I'm not sure what the plan was there. There was also a small snafu with the price of our meal. When I pointed it out to our server, the manager was quick to fix it. (The menu quoted one price, and our check reflected another. I asked for the menu price. Politely, of course. Good Southern girl and all.)
Through no fault of the restaurant, I left feeling like a country mouse. Brunch in Bostonia certainly is a different beast than brunch in my New Orleans!
Accessibility notes: Door opens in. Tables are close together for mobility devices. Restaurant gets loud at peak hours. No braille menu or signage. -
Review from Lauren V.
Boston, MA
9/26/2011
After seeing this restaurant on the Phantom Gourmet website I was excited and hopeful despite some not-so-good comments on here. Overall this is just an "OK" restaurant. I would not visit this place again... I will list out my reasoning below.
1. After we placed our drink order - two Strawberry Fields martinis, (a signature drink from the menu) - and waited at LEAST 10 minutes for our drinks - our server came over to tell us they couldn't make it because they were out of the fruit needed to make it. I would rather have known that a minute or two after we ordered, not 10. We then went to order another signature drink - "B Street" Mango Margarita, but they were out of that too. After deciding on a normal cocktail, it took another 10 minutes to get the drinks.
2. I ordered the Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Ravioli dish only to be told they were out of the asparagus for the dish. (we also ordered a side of it too) - so I asked them to substitute a different vegetable. Our server returned to the table 5 minutes later to inform me they had in fact found some asparagus. Finally, right before our meals came out another server approached out table to tell us that he had just dropped the last of the asparagus on the floor - and I would not be getting any asparagus. They never put another vegetable in my dish. Needless to say, my dish was not very tasteful at all. It was definitely something I could make (probably better) on my own at home. My husband ordered the Chargrilled 12 ounce Sirloin and enjoyed it.
3. After checking my bank statement a couple days later, I realized they charged my card twice.
There were a few good things - but nothing good enough to have me return
1. The side dish of mac and cheese was pretty tasty.
2. The pumpkin hummus appetizer was pretty good.
3. As mentioned before, my husband enjoyed his entreComment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 12/5/2011
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Review from Jamie K.
Newton, MA
4/11/2012
my family and i went to b street for brunch on easter, and had a very pleasant experience. our waiter was friendly, timely, and attentive, and the food was very good.
my mom and i started with cocktails - i got the french kiss (and later a peach bellini) and she got the mimosa. the french kiss, champagne with pomegranate liqueur, was excellent. both the mimosa and peach bellini were good.
i ordered the fried egg blt, but with the egg (actually 2) on the side. the thick-cut wheat bread was very fresh and toasted perfectly. although the bacon could have been a lot more crispy, i really enjoyed the sandwich. my boyfriend got the grilled cheese and chicken barley soup, and he agreed that the bread was the best part.
my mom ordered a flatbread that came with garlic, sliced potatoes, cheese, and fried eggs, and this was one of the best dishes on the table. although the bread was a little difficult to cut, it worked if you picked it up and just ate with your hands. i definitely want to go back another time and try the other flatbread varieties.
my dad ordered way more food for himself than he could possibly eat, but just couldn't pass up some of the options. he ordered the challah french toast, which was thick, chewy, and covered in an absolutely delicious and not too sweet syrup of cooked apples and cinnamon. he also got the turkey hash, which was good, but not great. even though he ordered it extra well-done, i felt that it could have been much more crispy. this also came with fried eggs on it. he also ordered the banana chocolate chip muffin which was moist, flavorful, and sweet. despite how full i thought i was, i made a pretty big dent in it!
overall, i thought the food was pretty good. what really stood out to me were the appealing menu options and the excellent service. even though it was a little pricey, i look forward to returning. -
Review from Samantha W.
Newton, MA
12/30/2011
Delicious food! I had walked by this place many times and always wanted to try it out. I got the chance on my birthday this year, and I loved it. They have a great list of unique cocktails (I got the pomegranate prosecco) and wines as well great options for appetizers and entrees. I had the pan-seared local cod with sweet corn and red pepper risotto and it was amazing. It was a largish portion so we had lunch the next day too.
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Review from M W.
Updated - 8/31/2011
The pan-seared trout with quinoa and sauteed spinach with lemon oil was fantastic! The trout was moist and seasoned well.
I am a big fan of the lemon oil!
The mac'n cheese my boyfriend ordered...not so much. It looked fantastic but fell short on seasoning.Listed in: Sea Food ME, My NeighborHOOD
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7/14/2011
This was a cute little spot with an adorable, sweet couple as the owners.
I only had a drink and… Read more »
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Review from Jessica M.
Newton, MA
12/21/2011
I love this restaurant. From the ambiance to the food and drink selection, this place is a go to on weekends. From the outside, Grafton Street appears to be an upscale joint that one might feel uncomfortable entering in jeans and a sweater. However, once you enter you are greeted by the down-to-earth, friendly staff and the reasonably priced menu. My favorite thing not the menu, by far, would be the chick pea burger in grilled naan bread with cucumber yogurt sauce. It is quite literally to die for and I would go back for just this burger time and time again.
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Review from Bill S.
Brookline, MA
8/26/2011
Came here today to have lunch with my son and used a Groupon. The food is delicious. Turkey sandwich on sourdough bread. Very fresh and flavorful. Great service. Outdoor seating is not so great as the s/w is narrow and there's parking next to it. Plus lots of traffic on Centre St.
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Review from Ben K.
6/16/2011
Could a cute little bistro be more appropriately targeted to the population of Newton Centre? I think not.
B Street is a perfect fit for this little nook on Beacon St., with cute cafe salads, gourmet sandwiches, comfy seating, welcoming decor, and a full bar. I had a burger, perfectly cooked to medium rare, with some pretty amazing caramelized onions on top and served with a side of spicy ketchup. They do this burger up RIGHT. I would eat it seven days a week and twice on tuesday, if it weren't, you know, full of stuff thats bad for you and such. But super tasty.
My table companions also enjoyed the chicken & brie sandwich, the turkey basil club, and the tomato bisque. I would strongly recommend any of these items. You will not regret eating a meal here. -
Review from allie a.
Arlington, MA
8/16/2011
About B Street:
Service: Very attentive, friendly, offered recommendations (though had to be prompted).
Food: Really quite good. My friend and I both had the crispy chicken with tomato and green olive sauce accompanied by orzo with goat cheese. The chicken was cooked perfectly. Slightly crisp skin and yet moist on the inside. I think that the best part was the desert though. I had the 5 layer coconut cake and my friend the lemon pudding cake. Amazing.
Location: Right in Newton Center, plenty of parking.
Only downside is that this place is small and there's no place to really wait inside. So if it's bad weather outside, you're kinda out of luck. -
Review from Jenny Y.
Amherst, MA
7/10/2011
This place is cute (and so are the staff). Classy digs. I came here for brunch with a couple friends. The crowd's older people, and we were getting lots of looks for being 20 (and perhaps slightly obnoxious and underdressed).
I have no complaints about this place! The food was alright. My friend's french toast was really tasty- cut thick, covered in syrup, with really tasty caramelized apples. I had a egg, bacon, and tomato bagel that was fine. Glad they didn't use huge gigantic bagels. My friend remarked that my dish was on the small side, but I'm not used to eating huge American portions (go to Johnny's or Deluxe for that) anyway. My other friend got a fruit plate- which was well presented, but pricey for what it was, in my opinion.
Would love to come back here to drink one night. -
Review from John D.
Newton, MA
12/4/2011
I picked this place based on the rave reviews here : A table for two, at 2PM on a Sunday!
We were seated right away. There was a family of 10, and the two of us for most of our time there. Despite that:
1. It took forever for our server to even come over with water. It then took a long time for them to bring our pot of tea and then the food. In other words: Service is EXCRUCIATINGLY slow!
2. I'm ready to bear with #1, given that I was in no rush and don't like to be rushed but... when the food arrived, mine was warm at best (Steak & Scrambled Egg Quesadilla), with the quesadillas being the only warm part of the preparation. My date got the Veggie Egg White Frittata with skillet potatoes. The potatoes were COLD, with the Frittata being barely warm! It was like the stuff was lying around for a while before our server realized it was there. She offered to re-heat the food, which we declined (see #1 for reason :)
If this is how bad it is on a slow Sunday afternoon, I fear for now bad it would be if I went on a busy Friday night.
The only redeeming fact is that Groupon let me shave $10 off the check!Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 12/5/2011
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Review from Emily F.
Watertown, MA
7/18/2011 1 Check-in Here
My waiter ______ (I feel bad naming names) was the worst I have EVER had, he should be fired IMMEDIATELY.
That being said, I can't beat this place. My Mom met me for use of her http://Restaurant.com coupon, and we had drinks (Chardonnay for her, Goose Island IPA for me), then dinner. I loved the bread that came out with oil, and we both melted over our meals. My Mom had the cod, she raved over it. I had the salmon special, which was a glazed salmon in a corn husk, grilled, then served with salsa on top and over a bed of an orzo-type thing.
Will certainly come back. Will refuse to sit down if I get the same waiter.Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 7/18/2011
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Review from Alex D.
Boston, MA
7/1/2011
My friend and I went here for dinner on a Friday night at 6:30. No problem getting a table but the place also wasn't completely empty. Bar was lively but not too loud.
I started off with the side salad - basic, good. My friend got the asparagus to start and enjoyed it.
We both got the Chargrilled Trout - mine without Quinoa (they were very accommodating - I just asked for extra spinach). I LOVE the skin of fish and this trout comes with the whole skin on. Of course you can take it off (as my friend did) but if you are someone who likes the fattiness - I found it to be delicious.
All the desserts sounded great but we were going to a friend's after so we passed. But we'll be back again to sample. -
Review from Nat T.
Cambridge, MA
2/28/2011
Stopped in here randomly, turned out to be opening night. The bar was real busy, but there was an open booth for us.
Nothing on tap, at least on that first day, but they had Shipyard Export in bottles so this beer lover was happy. I got the wedge salad for a starter which was good, but my dinner companion picked the short rib quesadilla, which was outstanding.
I had the cider brined pork chop with apple butter for a main, and it was about the best thing you could ask for on a snowy Friday night. Came with brussels sprouts, which were perfectly cooked although not my favorite thing in the world, and a really good squash side. Really good meal at a great price, this sort of place was badly needed in Newton Center. -
Review from Joy Y.
Boston, MA
3/12/2011
We were on out way to the Deluxe Station Diner, when we got detoured by B Street. Lured in by a couple eating a breakfast flatbread pizza in the window, my friend and I abandoned the Deluxe and headed in.
The restaurant was packed, but they managed to find us a hightop tucked in the back. It was a tight squeeze between chairs but I figured out a way to pull myself right up to the table and it was okay. We ordered our coffees and after some debate about who should get the breakfast flatbread and who should try something else, we settled the argument by both getting the flatbread.
Unfortunately almost 30 minutes passed between putting in our order and getting our food. I get that there are always some kinks to work out in the first few weeks of business, but 30 minutes?? Thankfully when we did eventually get our flatbreads, they were delicious, the combination of mozzarella, garlic, roasted potatoes and 3 runny eggs on top--heaven, although a bit pricey at $10 a pop.
The only other thing I thought was weird was that it was 11am and the TVs were on to ESPN. There weren't any important games on or anything, it was just background noise-- made it seem a little more bar-like which threw me off just a bit that early in the morning.
Anyway, the space is cool, modern and well done and Newton Center definitely needs an alternative to Union Street. So although I don't know that B Street has found a new devotee, I will certainly be back-- if not for a drink, definitely for one of their breakfast flatbreads.Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 4/25/2011
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Review from Kate M.
Newton, MA
7/30/2011
My husband and I have been wanting to check our B Street since it opened. Last night we stopped in to sit at the bar and order dessert and drinks. Wowser, were we impressed!
I ordered the Key Lime Martini, which really tasted like Key Lime pie. It was finished off with graham crackers around the rim, which made it even more delicious. My husband got the exspresso martini and was very happy with his as well.
Not knowing how large the desserts are (Watch out for those suckers1) we ordered two to share. We orderd an ice cream sundae with chocolate chip cookies (not the real name, but you get the drift) and then the fresh berry cake, which was more of a whip cream delight with fruit. Needless to say, they both were great, but we weren't able to finish them.
Having had a great time, we plan to return. Prices for food seemed reasonable and the atmosphere was fun and chick. Two thumbs up from us. -
Review from J. S.
Braintree, MA
3/15/2011
This place is super cute and cozy. The food was wonderful. Highly recommend the salads. My friends and I had 3 different ones and they were all excellent, as was the ravioli. The mussels were a bit dry but still pretty good. Loved the dates with cheese mmm!
It's also very tiny so I don't recommend going in a large group or with your kids, but it's a great spot for a date. The owners care very much about their customers too, so give B Street a shot!Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 3/18/2011
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Review from Marisa F.
Waltham, MA
9/26/2011
Five stars for the service, four for the food...which adds up to about 4 1/2 stars, but that's not an option here.
I had driven by this place numerous times, but it sort of fades into the background, so I never really noticed it. A friend of mine had a Groupon there and invited me out to dinner, so we went last night. I perused the online menu at home, and while the menu wasn't all that exciting, there were a few items that seemed interesting.
Once there, I got down to the most important part of the meal: the drinks. Although the dinner menu was kind of lackluster, the apps and drinks stood out. We decided on the white sangria, which I'm not usually a fan of, but it was delicious. The waiter then came over and recited the special of the evening: some sort of salmon dish with lamb. It sounded really strange, so of course I ordered it. (I will order any food that I am curious about, even if it sounds disgusting.) We also ordered a llatbread with figs and gorgonzola to share. The flatbread was delicious. The salmon with lamb turned out to be a sort of surf and turf: peppery salmon with a small lamb chop, over vegetable risotto. The salmon was just slightly more cooked than I normally like, and the risotto was more brothy than creamy, but overall it was an interesting and tasty dish.
So, the food rated 4 stars, but it was the service that really made a difference in our dining experience. The waiter was so personable and charming, and he struck a perfect balance of attentiveness. He was there when we needed him, but didn't hover. I wish I knew his name to give him credit here, but alas, I do not. Anyway, between the ambiance, the service, and the almost-perfect food, I will definitely be back! -
Review from Steven C.
Hull, MA
5/2/2011
I was in Newton Center last week and was in search of a nice little place to get a late breakfast when I came upon the B Street Restaurant. The first thing that struck me as I walked in the door was the newly renovated casual, contemporary atmosphere and the friendly, attentive service provided by the staff.
I enjoyed the veggie egg white fritatta. It was topped with a tomato slice and baked with a slice of vermont cheddar cheese on top. I appreciate that they didn't add any salt to it, which makes it a healther choice, and allows the diner to choose how flavorful they want to make it. It was firm, yet moist on the inside, and I could tell it was made with fresh, quality ingredients.
B Street Restaurant is a quality restaurant with an ecclectic selection of dining options. They offer a great dining atmosphere and very friendly service. I'll definitely visit this restaurant again when I'm in the area. -
Review from Sarah C.
Waltham, MA
7/10/2011
I bought this Groupon because B Street is near our house, and I really wanted to like this restaurant. What we ate was pretty good, but there needs to be some improvement for this to be a great place to eat. I ordered a Newton Appletini, which was supposed to have a crushed graham cracker and caramel rim (that's why I ordered it--so cool!). It came without the rim and I sent it back, only to have it brought back to me with an explanation that they didn't have the ingredients for the rim. I was disappointed, especially for the $12 price tag, but the drink still tasted good. They should definitely have given a discount, though--a $12 drink should be perfect.
For the entrees, I had the goat cheese ravioli, which was great, except that it was supposed to have wilted arugula and it was missing. My husband ordered trout, and it was supposed to have zucchini, which was also missing. He also picked at least ten bones out of his fish. We also ordered a side of crispy potatoes, which were excellent. Service was okay but not great.
Unfortunately, I don't think this place is going to last. I would advise more consistency in the menu and drinks that are more reasonably priced. -
Review from Pauline M.
MA
7/10/2011
I purchased a coupon from Groupon and my husband and I decided to go for lunch and, perhaps, breakfast or dinner at a later time if we enjoyed it.
I ordered the chicken, brie and fig jam sandwich on wheat bread. It was delicious although I wished the server had asked if I wanted the bread toasted (I usually prefer not to), however, I did enjoy it as-served. Ended up taking 1/2 of it home......it was much to large for me.
My husband asked the server about the lobster roll and was told it was very large and he probably wouldn't be able to finish the whole thing. Well, the 'roll' was indeed very large (and delicious) but it was stuffed with lettuce and the lobster was on top. Certainly not enough lobster to warrant that size of the roll or the price. Every other lobster roll we've had was 'just lobster' with no lettuce filling to make it look more than what it was. It was way overly priced.
There weren't many people in the restaurant but the wait for our orders was long.
We will probably return to try the breakfast and/or dinner. -
Review from corinne s.
Westborough, MA
11/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
Delicious lunch. Friendly. Affordable. Try the hot cider :) you won't be disappointed
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Review from Retro G.
Newton, MA
10/7/2011
This is exactly what Newton needed - a neighborhood place open 7 days for 3 meals. Owner Eli is delightful and welcoming. Food is still a bit uneven - brunch last weekend was great and well-priced, food creative. Dinner a few weeks ago was a flavorless entire fish (eyes and all). Drinks and hors d'ourves with my sis was lovely (great wines and pumpkin hummus). Music has improved.They still have apple pie. 3 stars for the unevenness of the food but this place can go no where but UP. Open 7 days a week which is a huge plus and open late -- in the past friends and I have found it hard to find a place in Newton open after 8 to have a drink or a light bite. The bar is sedate and upscale but also has a couple of well-placed TV's with sports on them, so there really is something for everyone here.
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Review from Adam B.
Brookline, MA
8/10/2011
As I eat this chicken caeser salad I feel like I've been scammed. Eleven dollars for this tiny salad? No cheese, no pepper, crappy dressing. Honestyl the size of a side salad. ELEVEN DOLLARS. Last time I got tomato soup with grilled cheese. The soup tasted like marinara sauce and the sandwich?! the cheese wasn't even melted and it was cold. There will not be a third meal.
Buyer Beware!Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 12/5/2011
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Review from Tasha E.
Chestnut Hill, MA
5/11/2011
Great atmosphere and food! My husband and I have been popping in regularly for a bite in the later evening.
The food is good: try the muscles! try the short rib quesadilla!
The bartender is great! The drinks are good. The wine list could be improved a bit.
The service we've had has been great. We haven't experienced any problems and the owner is super nice!!
We needed a place like this in Newton Center! -
Review from Lynda M.
8/13/2011
Great location, easy to park or get to via T, I really like this addition to a rather bland dining area. Met a frend here last night for drinks and apps, scored a nice high top near the bar. Cute and cozy, easy talking, great, affordable wine choices, and delish apps. We shared the pumpkin hummus and tomato basil flatbread. I saw the HUGE lobster roll go by a few times, it looked really good. Our waiter was really nice and the prices reasonable. Classy casual!
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Review from Sheryl S.
Newton, MA
4/30/2011
B street Restaurant is fabulous!! My husband and I stopped there for breakfast on Sunday and the following Friday went for dinner with friends. It was also a wonderful meal. The staff and owner were very attentive, and you could tell they wanted to be sure we enjoyed our meals.
I think the prices are very reasonable and although the menu is small the choices are fabulous! Good assortment!
Going for Mother's Day brunch! It's already in my address book.:)
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Review from Christine L.
Boston, MA
10/2/2011
Great food, with a good variety on the menu and the waitress was friendly. I really liked the relaxed atmosphere with an alternative playlist. I would definitely recommend this to friends and i plan to come back. It's kind of small, so if you have a big group you should definitely make a reservation.
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Review from Kimberlee B.
Brookline, MA
11/4/2011
The only reason I'm giving them a less than five star rating is I want to hold out until I have a full meal here. I went here for their bar bites and it's too good to keep a secret. Though, now there are going to be a million people there and it may be harder to sit quietly, nosh and study :-)
I had heard somewhere that B Street was doing bar bites and I like nothing more than good food for a good deal. I got a veggie quesadilla and it was fantastic and LARGE. For 4 dollars I was expecting skimpy, but this could have been dinner. It was filled with fresh veggies, caramelized onions and cheese. Extremely tasty and the wait staff was nice. I can't wait to go back to have a meal and dessert. The dessert chef is the same one from the pie store that was in this space a year or so ago, so I will go back with high expectations. I'm also intrigued by their lunch salmon "rachel" sandwich. -
Review from Eric G.
West Newton, MA
9/18/2011 5 Check-ins Here
For food I definitely give it 4 stars, maybe even more. But my waitperson managed to get 2 out 3 items I ordered wrong. Not a good impression there.
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Review from matt b.
Arlington, MA
9/17/2011
We like B Street for brunch, great Bloody Mary, the grilled cheese & tomato soup is hearty, altho the soup is more like a marinara sauce,
but great for dipping the sandwich in. Overall we've never been let down - the turkey meatballs are a three star, but most of the food we've had gets them a four star rating. -
Review from Betsy D.
Newton, MA
7/16/2011
Just had brunch at B Street, first time there, will definitely go back! IT was an omelet for me and breakfast flat-bread for hubby, both delicious and very large portions, more than either of us could finish. Next time, we'll probably share one of those and a fruit plate. This is a nice addition to Newton Centre, an easy walk for us, and a great alternative to Johnny's.
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Review from JEM C.
Malden, MA
Updated - 4/7/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Im so sorry, I must admit, I jumped the gun with my original review. I was just so excited because the meal was so good that I was willing (unexplainably) to overlook poor service and long wait for food to come out (even though we were one of 4 tables or less (both times).
This second brunch visit was even worse.
Longer wait for the food, no bread or muffins to start. The have tea cups for coffee cups (almost like a shot!) and they don't come to refill them nearly as often as necessary. For the second refill, we waited 15 minutes and she only came because I flagged her down. Then when the food finally came out, my meal came without the protein! They simply forgot to add the smoked salmon! When I tell the waitress, she said "oh ill bring it on a side dish, sorry".
The first time I ordered it, it was so beautifully plated and it was part of the experience, so I asked her to have them plate it for me. (Yes, I took a risk, but there is no way that spit would go unnoticed). When she brought it out, the smoked salmon was just plopped in a pile on top of the tomatoes. Just a let down and I wont be back again.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/1/2011
I was meeting a friend from Newton and I suggested this place (after reading Yelp reviews). She had… Read more »
Comment from Ely K. of B Street Restaurant & Bar 4/25/2011
I am so sorry that were dissapointed on your return visit. I… More » -
