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The Avenue Grille And Pizzeria
Category: Restaurants Pizza Pizza [Edit]
856 Dorchester Ave(between Mount Vernon St & Roseclair St)
Dorchester, MA 02125
Neighborhood: Dorchester
(617) 288-8000
- Nearest Transit:
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Dorchester Ave @ Mt Vernon St (18)
Dorchester Ave @ Columbia Rd (18)
Columbia Rd @ Dorchester Ave (41, 8)
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 11 am - 10 pm
- Parking:
- Street
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
35 reviews for The Avenue Grille And Pizzeria
Review Highlights
"They have awesome steak tips and absolutely love the fried..."
(in 3 reviews)
"Above average delivery food, but here's why I really love..."
(in 7 reviews)
"Their sausage and feta pizza--mmmm, to die for."
(in 3 reviews)
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35 reviews in English
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Review from Andrew H.
Somerville, MA
1/15/2012
I'm impressed. The pizza is wonderful - my friend and I split the chicken margarita. The chicken looked and tasted fresh and charbroiled and all else was thoughtfully done. The crust was crispy and not droopy - it really was a vehicle for the toppings, although not a second thought. We also had the South Beach salad, which was also lovely.
I look forward to trying more from here. Highly recommend. -
Review from Lauren S.
Boston, MA
11/8/2011
Avenue Grill is my choice for pizza in Boston.
I'm from rural Illinois, which (shockingly) is the Mecca of good pizza. I hate the greasy, drippy, floppy New York style pizza that's infiltrated every cheap street-side pizzeria in Boston. The first time I saw someone nonchalantly grab a handful of napkins with the intention to mop up the grease floating atop their watery "cheesy" monstrosity, it was like watching human civilization declining before my very eyes.
Avenue Grill is miles above most Boston pizzerias. Their pizzas don't droop like a wet paper sack when lifted to the mouth. Their cheese is a nice matte color--not neon orange, and not glistening with melted plastic fat. Their sausage and feta pizza--mmmm, to die for. And maybe it's because I live a few blocks away, but they'll often have a Foodler order delivered within ten or fifteen minutes--often as much as half-an-hour before promised. I've only dined-in once, but it was a nice, dark, quiet place to sit with friends and wait for a steaming-hot pizza fresh-out-of-the-oven. -
Review from Lucy L.
Suffolk, MA
2/4/2012
So good. Love the deep dish pizza and steak fries!
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Review from Jordan C.
Boston, MA
12/13/2011
My entire apartment, and anyone who has ever stayed over our place has had the treat of avenue grill. This place has amazing service, amazing food, love their buff. chicken waffle fries. If your new to the neighborhood, you need to try this place out!
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Review from A F.
Boston, MA
11/29/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Amazing!!! Pizzas, salads, macaroni and chesse, they are all incredible. Anything you get at this place will blow your socks off.
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Review from Eric I.
Boston, MA
12/6/2011
I'd say they are the best overall take-out/delivery restaurant in Dorchester. They have edibles from greasy to healthy, and everywhere in between. I suggest getting a specialty pizza over a plain, old cheese pizza. Or try any of the multiple mac & cheese offerings. Only downside is the menu is VAST... so it might be overwhelming if you're indecisive.
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Review from Chris W.
Boston, MA
7/31/2011
Above average delivery food, but here's why I really love this place.
We ordered dinner through Grub Hub and it never came. I called to find out what was going on, and it turns out the order sheet fell behind some stuff and never got made. They couldn't apologize enough. They moved us to the front of the line and a manager or owner (not the usual delivery guys) personally delivered it, saying that he had refunded our payment and would not accept cash. That was the one and only time they've ever made a mistake with our order.
Good delivery food is reason enough to like these guys, but that kind of commitment customer satisfaction puts them a cut above. -
Review from Nikki B.
Cambridge, MA
1/22/2011
I came here yesterday after trying to go to the Sugar Bowl. I didn't have any cash on me and didn't feel like freezing further in the slush to try and find an ATM so I ducked across the street to this place.
I ordered a chicken and cheese quesadilla and waited by a window for my order to come out.
It wasn't busy, at all, in the place.. but my food still took close to a half hour to come out and the staff wasn't very communicative about how long it would take when I placed my order.
The quesadilla was more like a sauceless tortilla pizza than a quesadilla.. the cheese was melted over the top and the chicken was stuffed inside. It was pretty tasty but the thing could have fed 4 people.. I could definitely see myself coming in here with a couple of friends after a night of shenanigans to help settle the stomach. It wasn't phenomenal or special, but definitely filling. I gave up trying to bring my leftovers home and ended up giving half of the quesadilla to a bum I saw catching some sleep t the T station nearby. -
Review from Michelle J.
Dorchester, MA
11/14/2010
I love Avenue Grille so much that they're saved as a contact in my phone! I have not been disappointed by anything I've gotten here. My favorites include the Cajun steak tip sub (steak tips marinated in hot sauce, with bacon, cheddar cheese, blue cheese dressing, sign me up!), the Greek pizza, and the nacho waffle fries. Had their chicken wings last night and they are HUGE... I have a pretty big appetite and was completely full after 6 of them. The Sweet Home Alabama sauce was yummy. My friend has had the salads and they are HUGE. All ingredients are fresh as well.
I usually get take away but it's really cute inside and has a nice eat-in atmosphere. They put effort into decor. Also, the nacho waffle fries taste better fresh :) -
Review from JM S.
Dorchester, MA
5/28/2011
Ode used to order after continuing to receive their menus in our door. We place the order and hat process wasn't the greatest. My wife had to repeat each line of the order. At the end she asked if they needed a name or were gulf a number and she was hung up on.
We ordered 4 paninis (2xchicken avocado, 1 ham & cheese, and 1 prosciutto and mozzarella), an order of regular waffle fries, an an order of Cajun fries.
Given the amount of food I waited 15 minutes to leave as we live 5 minutes away.
When I walked in the girl behind he counter was on the phone taking an order and only glanced at me but in no way acknowledge me. I waited a minute and finally the guy running the place swung over and asked what I ordered. I told him "4 panini's and two orders of waffle fries". He poked his head back and said the order was almost up and it would be a few minutes. I said cool and proceeded to wait.
And wait I did.
10 minutes (30 minutes after ordering) later he calls me over to the window to pay and then say "you said 4 panini's right?". I confirmed and he said there were only three. At this point the girl beholder counter who took the order gave me a disapproving look like there was no way she could have made a mistake. but the manager said he could have the other panini up in a few minutes...cue be waiting...again.
It took another 10 minutes for the last panini to come up. I was called over to pay and there was no apology, discount, or anything.
When I came home the sandwiches were all pretty good. The ham & cheese was solid, the chicken & avocado could have used more mayo or riper avocado as it was a bit dry but the flavors were there, but the clear winner was the prosciutto & mozzarella.
It was almost perfect and would have been better if it were not sitting for 20-30 minutes while I waited.
The fries on the other hand were a soggy mess so I had to fire up the oven to rewarm them and get them crispy.
Once rewarmed there were really good and on par with other reviewers opinions on them.
I am giving two starts because I believe the customer experience needs to be on par with the food. The girl behind the counter and the long wait killed my experience but the food was solid. It was obvious the guy running he place cared but it seemed as though he was by himself and their process was messed up.
While I was waiting there was another group that order 3 sandwiches to eat in. Only one came out and he manager had to have the other two quickly made.
If they get their process to match their food it would be a better experience and worth of 3-4 stars for a neighborhood sandwich/pizza restaurant.
My finals words: go but only if you have time to wait -
Review from Matthew R.
Boston, MA
11/23/2010
I've ordered a chicken burrito roll-up from this place a few times. Not too shabby.
This review is based solely on this one item, for what it is worth. I haven't tried anything else, though I've been told by neighbors that their pizza is very good. -
Review from Jeffrey F.
Boston, MA
4/24/2010
We hadn't been since they changed ownership, partly because the menu looked like a cheap pizza/sub shop. But after reading some positive reviews here on Yelp, we thought we'd try it. I'm glad we did!
First of all, the waffle fries were awesome! Hot, crisp, well seasoned and a healthy portion. Served on a plate, but not greasy at all. Clean tasting fry oil. I'd say we'll be back just for those.
I got the chicken/avacdo/bacon panini and the chicken was grilled fresh right there BEFORE it was put in the panini. Wow - steaming hot and moist.
My wife got the Prusciutto/Mozz/Tomato Panini. At first she was a little concerned the cheese wasn't melted, until it was apparent that the meat was cooked up before being put in the sandwich. She loved the hot, salty Prusciutto in contrast to the cold, almost sweet Mozz and Tomato.
And most dangerous of all, free delivery. I'm sure we'll be back. -
Review from Lila S.
8/13/2009
SO I am always on the hunt for places that actually DELIVER in Dot.. and this place recently joined the list and I had to try. We got a burger, a panini and 3 count em 3 orders of walffle fries ( made up like nachos) . It def was a lot to choose from just looking at the menu ( almost overwhelming) but still I enjoyed the selection.
Burger: asked for it Medium well, and it came out a little dry. It was tasty Angus however, and the bun was big fluffy and bakery fresh.
Panini: I got a greek one with chicken, feta and black olive. Very juicy and tender chicken breast, but there wasnt enough feta for the insane feta enthusiast I am.
Waffle fries: BOMBDIGGITY ! I have a secret place in my heart reserved for waffle fries so I was pretty much sold before they even arrived, but they were really great. I may pass on the ground beef next time because it was again a little on the dry side, but the flavor was all there.
I am looking forward to dining in at this place because the staff seemed very nice and polite on the phone and the driver was all smiles.
I'll be back!! -
Review from cherie c.
1/25/2008
Good wine list. Good food. They have reliable, familiar dishes, but also try to mix it up with some creative ingredients in their specials. I had some delicious pork chops with figs and apple. One was dinner, the other I took home for lunch the next day. The chicken tortellini was good, too. Friendly service. Cozy place with lots of locals who all seem to know each other and the owners.
For lunch they have great specials. -
Review from Scott W.
Dorchester, MA
9/20/2007
It's great having such a nice little restaurant around the corner.
They have awesome steak tips and absolutely love the fried ravioli.
The prices are reasonable and the service is great.Listed in: My Neighborhood, Top Restaurants
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Review from Erik O.
Boston, MA
5/27/2010
Good food here. Great specials too. The pizza is not to greasy and is a nice change from the NY style pizza at Pantry Pizza right up the street.
very friendly service too. good for sit down, take out, or delivery. -
Review from Pete N.
Dorchester, MA
2/14/2011
I must say there isn't many places you could get some good eating around the polish triangle, everything is mediocre at best and this place fits right in. We ordered nachos and a buffalo "no sauce pizza"...well the nachos were as dry as dry can be with hardly any toppings, I want to say the worst I've had yet. The buffalo pizza tasted alright not the best and not the worst but it did not come sauceles like advertised! Everything was dissapointing, I might give them another try some day..maybe not
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Review from Greg W.
Boston, MA
8/8/2010 4 Check-ins Here
Avenue Grill is one of those places that is like a second home. Their Chicken Alfredo pizza is the best pizza in the city, hands down. The panini are great, especially their roasted red pepper and goat cheese.
Great friendly atmosphere. -
Review from Sean H.
Boston, MA
9/15/2010
I have got delivery here about 10 times because the buffalo tenders are bomb but as I tried new things I realized they have a lot of gross food. they blacken all of the grilled chicken and it tastes gross. pizza sux too. all done here.
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Review from Richard O.
MA
3/6/2007
While I am sure that Kevin was trying to be helpful to the Gay community in sharing information that we would all want to know, he is mistaken.
My husband, son and I have been eating here at least once a week for over a year and I can tell you the owners are NOT bigots. Quite the opposite is true, I see many members of the GLBT community enjoying dinner at the Avenue right next to their fellow Dorchester neighbors in an environment that is welcoming, and where the staff know most of their guests on a first name basis.
Beyond the atmosphere the food is always top notch, the wine selection is a great value for the price and the cakes are a MUST HAVE! -
Review from sunny p.
Boston, MA
5/25/2008
The food here is great! Nice choices and everything is very fresh! The folks there are truly great people!
A nice neighboorhood spot. -
Review from Ta K.
Weymouth, MA
4/15/2009
The Avenue Grille is pretty good. They have a new chef and have since changed the menu. I'm sad to see the old menu go. I loved the Pasta Mediterranean, but most of all I love how the crab cake sandwich is list on their web site.
Classic!!
Double Crap Cake Wich $11
Topped with beef steak tomatoes, melted provolone cheese, homemade roasted red pepper sauce -
Review from Danielle P.
Dorchester, MA
11/21/2010
I'll give it 3 becuase they are usually on time with delivery and have pretty good food- but minus a couple stars for the bad experience I had the other day with an order. I ordered the Grilled Chicken dinner which comes with your choice of sauce and rice/fries or potato i think it is. I asked for the sweet alabama sauce which is soo tasty- and sadly my chicken arrived dry- with no sauce whatsoever. I also ordered the rice and it was definately left over as there were hard chunks and burnt parts probably scrapped from the bottom of the pan- ineddible.
I did order the homeade chocolate cake which was good.
Ive ordered from them in the past and havnt had any issues but was very dissapointed at this to-go order. -
Review from Cecilia L.
Cambridge, MA
Updated - 3/26/2009
After a poor first impression, we came back for brunch because we had a gift certificate. Service was warm and friendly, and nothing was over $8. Food was a hundred times better than last time and both of us cleaned our plates. I had the eggs benedict which is made with thinly shaved and piled ham instead of the typical thick Canadian bacon. This interpretation works well and adds texture to the dish. Home fries could be the best I ever had, perfectly crispy and scented with onion, so good I didn't need to ask for ketchup. Bf had toad in the hole which is a piece of Texas french toast hollowed out and filled with sausage and a poached egg. My food was so good I gobbled it like a hungry dog and didn't offer him any.
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9/15/2008
The Avenue Grille is small, friendly and cute, but none of the food was well executed on the night I… Read more »
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Review from Meghan M.
7/16/2009
Disclaimer...I've only had take out from here and it's only been the junk food. The nachos and waffle fries are both really freakin good, especially when you have a hang over. The delivery is quick (and free), the people are friendly, and the menu is big. Good stuff!
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Review from Melanie M.
Charlestown, MA
8/10/2005
Small and Cozy. Family owned and operated. All food is fresh and made to order. Eat in or take out. Beer and Wine available. The best thing is the quality.
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Review from D B.
Boston, MA
3/11/2008
I'm so glad this place is right around the corner. The salads are really good. My favorite is the summer salad; black olives, tomatoe, cucumbers, and chunks of feta cheese with balsamic. I'm a big fan. It costs close to 7 dollars for that, but in the end it's worth it. The sandwiches are also very tasty. Everything is fresh and delic.
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Review from Karma L.
Dedham, MA
9/8/2008
Love this family run restaurant. If you want to get to know Dorchester, stop by one night and watch all the locals interact. It's small, but the perfect size to get to know your neighbors and enjoy a great meal. Order any of their chicken dishes. I don't know what they marinate it in or how they prepare the chicken breasts, but they're flavorful and juicy. Great place for home cooking complete with mashed potatoes and sides of veggies. I almost don't want to let the secret out about their absolutely decadent chocolate cake. Frank Baker is the owner and he's married to Today Baker who is a yoga teacher in the area. They are such a beautiful family. Definitely recommend this place for the food as much as for the people!
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Review from Melissa P.
Boston, MA
6/1/2009
The Avenue Grille is open again, but completely different. It was closed for about 2 weeks and has reopened by the by the owners of the Renaissance Cafe in Quincy.
Completely different menu than before, but really good. Great pizza and subs. The menu is HUGE!!! It took me 20 mins just to decide what to order. It has been only been open a week, but I've had it twice and will definitely be going back. It is nice to have such a convenient place again, although I would have changed the name because the menu and atmosphere are so different. Seems like mostly take out, but that is fine by me and they also have free delivery.
I miss the old Avenue and their out of this world eggplant, but this is a nice change. Hope people are willing to give it a chance. -
Review from Jo B.
Boston, MA
Updated - 6/24/2009
Haven't been since it's closed and re-opened under new management with a new menu. Hope to try it out again and review soon after! Will try and keep my fellow Polish Triangle Yelpers posted!
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12/28/2008
I may be bias since this cozy little place is right in my neighborhood, but I think it's a great… Read more »
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Review from J L.
Dorchester, MA
Updated - 6/9/2009
I had the pizza and loved it. Best Pizza in Dot that I have found so far. I dont think they are doing breakfast anymore which is too bad. I miss the old grille but glad with have an option in The Polish Triangle.
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12/5/2008
I love this place and heard they are going to start Breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays! Very… Read more »
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Review from Michaela J.
MA
3/5/2007
Perhaps the previous poster has only been to the Avenue Grille once and is unaware that a large percentage of their clientele is gay. The owners of this establishment are some of most open, accepting people that I know. Additionally they do not own the Sugar Bowl across the street.
With that said, I should also mention that all of their food is all freshly prepared, innovative and delicious.
It would be nice if people would get their facts straight prior to slandering hardworking, honest, accepting business owners. -
Review from Tom B.
Minneapolis, MN
8/5/2009
My wife and I were looking for a place to eat within walking distance of the Courtyard Marriott. This place was extremely comfortable. The pizza was good and the service very friendly. Medium pepperoni pizza and two sodas for $12
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Review from Kamaria M.
Dorchester, MA
12/15/2008
Not too impressed. Went for lunch, I asked what soup the had. The waitress told me they had chicken and vegetable. After i ordered a cup, she told me they didnt have any. Then I ordered a Chicken salad BLT but she told me they had no bacon. I expected more. Maybe I'll try dinner.
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Review from Milton B.
Dorchester, MA
1/30/2008
While I am a huge supporter of gay marriage, I believe tolerance cuts both ways, and that opposition to gay marriage is insufficient alone to categorize an individual or entire (very large) family as bigoted. I know the owner (who is related to but does not own the sugar bowl) and know that he is politically and otherwise materially active in our (Dorchester) community, working very hard to improve our neighborhood. I do not know of, and have not seen Kevin M. at the polls volunteering on behalf of Martin Walsh (who supports gay marriage), ad hoc lecturing of teenagers on the street about littering and pride in Dorchester, or advocating at our civic association meetings for increased police presence ...I do know of and have seen the owner of the Avenue Grill doing all these things. Deep engagement in the neighborhood makes this place a clear net positive to me, also the food is good, and the service and people serving are caring and friendly... I'd like it if they breaded their own chicken fingers...the ones they buy pre-breaded are way too salty!
