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Buttermilk & Bourbon in Boston’s Back Bay is a Southern-inspired American restaurant serving brunch, dinner, breakfast, and craft cocktails. Enjoy Chef Jason Santos’ signature honey-glazed biscuits, buttermilk fried chicken, shareable small plates, seasonal specialties, and creative cocktails in a lively, fun atmosphere just off Commonwealth Avenue. Whether you’re joining us for weekend brunch or dinner with drinks, Buttermilk & Bourbon delivers bold flavors and Southern hospitality in the heart of Back Bay.
Destination for quirky New Orleans-inspired dishes by a local star chef, plus a lively lounge.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 160 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 266-1122
Website: https://www.buttermilkbourbon.com/
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Reservations: tripleseat.com
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Reviews
chris fagone
A Must Try – atmosphere on par with menu. It was Spotless when we arrived pre-dinner rush. Seated in French quarter speakeasy part we were in for a tapas treat; sliders, slaw, bbq shrimp, focaccia toast, oysters – all plates top chef talent quality. Drinks were just as delicious as you would expect … Buttermilk & Bourbon hit all the marks. It would be my spot if I lived in this area… Parking is rough, but this relaxed luxury southern food is well worth it
… moreMariia Pohoretska
Can I bee honest?
I am not picky, I am
just honest as had 5+ years wine & travel experience where we would stay at restaurants a lot around EU, Georgia and now I am a foodie in Boston. Lucky to come to this country, hopefully will stay bc being ukrainian immigrant without green card now is tricky, but anyhow – your place has everything to be in a huge demand and lines outside, but small details might effect the desire to return and come again.
Maybe this happened to me and us just bc the staff was busy, and it was Wednesday.
I asked about soups and I was offered specials – lobster bisque. I wasn’t said that it would appear to be spicy. I tolerate spices ️ like allergens: not swollen feeling, but stomach brings me 24/7 to the WC .
So I wasn’t asked if I have allergies, neither about specific of the bisque at your place. Usually this soup has a sweeter side rather than spicy. Anyhow, I asked not to return, I agreed to share it w my bf who adores spices, but at least to offer me a piece (1)of bread to ease up hotness in my mouth.
I was assuming this as a compliment, well, because it’s 1 piece that I needed and I didn’t return the dish, was ready to pay.
In the end I had a side of toasts (4) I didn’t want to order and needed to pay for it 🙂
Well, let it be.
Then the empty plates from soup and tapas were laid in front of us until we paid the bill. One soup plate was taken away. No one asked us about desert, I needed to double ask for water.
I still like your place, but maybe more staff on Wednesday evening would be a nice idea
… moreI am not picky, I am
just honest as had 5+ years wine & travel experience where we would stay at restaurants a lot around EU, Georgia and now I am a foodie in Boston. Lucky to come to this country, hopefully will stay bc being ukrainian immigrant without green card now is tricky, but anyhow – your place has everything to be in a huge demand and lines outside, but small details might effect the desire to return and come again.
Maybe this happened to me and us just bc the staff was busy, and it was Wednesday.
I asked about soups and I was offered specials – lobster bisque. I wasn’t said that it would appear to be spicy. I tolerate spices ️ like allergens: not swollen feeling, but stomach brings me 24/7 to the WC .
So I wasn’t asked if I have allergies, neither about specific of the bisque at your place. Usually this soup has a sweeter side rather than spicy. Anyhow, I asked not to return, I agreed to share it w my bf who adores spices, but at least to offer me a piece (1)of bread to ease up hotness in my mouth.
I was assuming this as a compliment, well, because it’s 1 piece that I needed and I didn’t return the dish, was ready to pay.
In the end I had a side of toasts (4) I didn’t want to order and needed to pay for it 🙂
Well, let it be.
Then the empty plates from soup and tapas were laid in front of us until we paid the bill. One soup plate was taken away. No one asked us about desert, I needed to double ask for water.
I still like your place, but maybe more staff on Wednesday evening would be a nice idea
Jody Stoops
What a fun brunch spot! We have been to Boston several times, but never had the chance to eat here. Glad we did! The atmosphere is like no other. We were seated in the back room, blue light so it made for interesting photos. The service was phenomenal! Loved our server, she was so fun and friendly and extremely attentive. You have to get the Signature warm honey glazed biscuits! They are by far the BEST biscuits I have ever had! Perfectly crispy outside and soft center. Served with smoked cinnamon butter and pimento cheese spread. We also had The House Special buttermilk fried chicken thighs with cheddar bourbon waffles, sweet and spicy syrup, honey butter and watermelon. Yum!
The coffee was great and I drank several cups with cream. It’s a lot of food, way too much for just the two of us, so bring your friends.
… moreThe coffee was great and I drank several cups with cream. It’s a lot of food, way too much for just the two of us, so bring your friends.
Julian Ramirez Perez
First I loved the inside design of the restaurant, has such a nice art around kind of gothic. We went for kinda brunch, it was a week day and they don’t have the full brunch menu, but still has some breakfast items. We had the waygu sliders, they were good, nothing crazy but good still. Best part, the fried chicken thighs with waffles and the spicy maple syrup, they were Amazing. Also worth to try the glaze biscuits. There was this breakfast eggs potato tarts with sausage, that was pretty good love the cheese sauces and tomato relish they have. We did not order drinks but the menu looks gray. Nice and friendly staff, they were very kind with my little daughter. Definitely we will come back.
… moreTaylor Edwards
Great breakfast spot!! Extremely wide variety of breakfast. I went out of my comfort zone and so glad I did. Our friends are locals here and this place is their favorite. All food and drinks we had were amazing.
… moreAbina Arthur
Amazing food with amazing waiters!
We ate at Buttermilk and Bourbon on a Thursday night and it was amazingly good.
Would definitely recommend to try their cocktails and the plates to share.
… moreWe ate at Buttermilk and Bourbon on a Thursday night and it was amazingly good.
Would definitely recommend to try their cocktails and the plates to share.
Steve Medeiros
Food was excellent. Service was excellent. I would definitely dine here again. Definitely going on my favorites list.
If they were playing some Jazz like on Bourbon St. That would have made it perfect experience.
… moreIf they were playing some Jazz like on Bourbon St. That would have made it perfect experience.
Tommy Cormier
Googled for a good place to eat on our last evening in Boston and found this one. Being from Louisiana, I’m always leary about trying places with Southern cuisine. To my surprise, the food was pretty good.
We had the buttermilk fried boneless thighs, collard greens and their famous biscuits. Did was hot and fresh! Wait staff was great too. It’s a little on the pricey side, but I chalked it up to the location.
… moreWe had the buttermilk fried boneless thighs, collard greens and their famous biscuits. Did was hot and fresh! Wait staff was great too. It’s a little on the pricey side, but I chalked it up to the location.
Joe Bussmann
Part of my friend group headed back before the rest of us, so we decided to stop in somewhere for dinner before we caught the train back. All of us were very glad we found the Buttermilk & Bourbon: a New Orleans style restaurant in Boston?? Yes, please.
Even though it was packed, we managed to get spots at the bar, which worked out great since the two gentlemen behind it were exceptionally friendly and very attentive despite the dinner rush. The food was so good the ribs I ordered were some of the best I’ve had in years. Special shoutout to the warm honey glazed biscuits: if you go, get enough for everyone!
Special shoutout to the service, especially the host: my girlfriend’s phone died, and so she couldn’t manage her insulin pump. The host didn’t even blink when we asked if he could help, he just took the phone, found the right cable and kept an eye on it for us until it was sufficiently charged.
If I lived in Boston, this place would easily be one of my go-to spots for drinks, lunch or dinner. To the crew who worked the dinner shift on August 30th, 2025: you were the best!
… moreEven though it was packed, we managed to get spots at the bar, which worked out great since the two gentlemen behind it were exceptionally friendly and very attentive despite the dinner rush. The food was so good the ribs I ordered were some of the best I’ve had in years. Special shoutout to the warm honey glazed biscuits: if you go, get enough for everyone!
Special shoutout to the service, especially the host: my girlfriend’s phone died, and so she couldn’t manage her insulin pump. The host didn’t even blink when we asked if he could help, he just took the phone, found the right cable and kept an eye on it for us until it was sufficiently charged.
If I lived in Boston, this place would easily be one of my go-to spots for drinks, lunch or dinner. To the crew who worked the dinner shift on August 30th, 2025: you were the best!
S. RIBEIRO
Headed to Boston for a BREZZY BOWL wkend!
On Saturday we decided to do some exploring and ended up at Buttermilk and Bourbon around 4pm-ish. A quick search on the socials and BB is highly-rated as a must when visiting, so we decided what the heck.
I’m not sure what the hype is because our dinning experience was not memorable. It was definitely a one and done visit for us…
A very cute garden level spot with some whimsical yet comfy decor. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating, we elected for the coolness of the AC indoors. We were seated immediately and our server was Sophia, whom was pleasant.
We started with some cocktails I opted for an Old Fashion and bestie went with the Upside Down Pineapple we ordered the signature warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. In addition we tried the Crispy Alligator Fries and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs. I also ordered the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels.
The Alligator Fries were not impressive. The basic yellow American cheese slices on top were not appealing to me. The buttermilk Fried chicken thighs were crispy and fried nicely however they completely lacked any seasoning.
Now the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels, were good on the second attempt. Unfortunately, I had to send the first order back because it contained pork sausage.
The biggest standout was the warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. With this place suggested as one of the must try spots, the biscuits are not enough to make BB worth the price tag or the hype.
Needless to say we were underwhelmed.
Just A Note:
There is an additional charge for any extra butters or sauces requested.
… moreOn Saturday we decided to do some exploring and ended up at Buttermilk and Bourbon around 4pm-ish. A quick search on the socials and BB is highly-rated as a must when visiting, so we decided what the heck.
I’m not sure what the hype is because our dinning experience was not memorable. It was definitely a one and done visit for us…
A very cute garden level spot with some whimsical yet comfy decor. Offering both indoor and outdoor seating, we elected for the coolness of the AC indoors. We were seated immediately and our server was Sophia, whom was pleasant.
We started with some cocktails I opted for an Old Fashion and bestie went with the Upside Down Pineapple we ordered the signature warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. In addition we tried the Crispy Alligator Fries and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs. I also ordered the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels.
The Alligator Fries were not impressive. The basic yellow American cheese slices on top were not appealing to me. The buttermilk Fried chicken thighs were crispy and fried nicely however they completely lacked any seasoning.
Now the Spicy P.E.I. Mussels, were good on the second attempt. Unfortunately, I had to send the first order back because it contained pork sausage.
The biggest standout was the warm Honey Glazed Biscuits. With this place suggested as one of the must try spots, the biscuits are not enough to make BB worth the price tag or the hype.
Needless to say we were underwhelmed.
Just A Note:
There is an additional charge for any extra butters or sauces requested.