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Happening scene starring masterful cocktails & modern brasserie fare in a glamorous atmosphere.
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Address: 775 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215
Phone: (617) 530-1590
Website: https://easternstandardboston.com/
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Reviews
Kevin
Ambiance and service is impeccable! Our server was very lovely, talkative and respectful, brought us extra plates and took very good care of us!
Very much recommend the butterscotch bread pudding! We got the fried calamari as well which is decent!
… moreVery much recommend the butterscotch bread pudding! We got the fried calamari as well which is decent!
Yon Burke
Ate dinner here before a concert. For a Monday evening, it was quite busy. Mussels were excellent with a white wine and onion sauce. There were some nice peppers which added a hint of spice. Bread was great with soft butter. Pasta Bolognese was tasty however pasta seemed slightly undercooked. Fries were salty and dry. Tiramisu was okay.
… moreAlvaro B.
The food wasn’t good. The lobster roll tasted more like a celery salad, the pork was undercooked which made me feel uneasy, and the highlight of our experience was that our waiter was able to fix our meals. They recooked the pork chop and exchanged the lobster roll for a burger. I understand this could be because it was busy on Valentine’s Day. The table next to us had to send their soup back to be reheated. It also didn’t help that our table was the only one without decorations. Overall, I can’t say I’d return.
… moreJustin
For dinner, I arrived with a party of 7 for a Wednesday 6:30pm restaurant. The table only needed a few minutes to prepare; staff invited us to the bar to wait but proved unnecessary.
I managed to try the fried calamari appetizer ($18) and the Wednesday plat du jour, the whole roasted branzino ($42).
The fried calamari proved addictive. The light batter with old bay seasoning and aioli reminded me quite a lot of Taiwanese style popcorn chicken, packed with flavor from 5 spice.
The whole roasted branzino also impressed. I did not expect it to be deboned. The branzino itself was flaky, not dry, light in flavor, and not fishy with a crisped, taut skin – exactly what a roasted white fish should be. Size seemed to be 1/2 – 2/3 lb portion.
I also wasn’t sure how the dish would incorporate blue crab. Turns out, the crab meat was stuffed into the middle of the fish. Imagine butterflying a chicken, adding stuffing, and folding it up again. This added an additional briny flavor, almost acting like a really fancy salt rub. The fried shredded turnips helped cut the fish’s oil, and the hollandaise added depth to the savoriness.
The wine program also impressed. One member of the party who works in the industry talked up a storm with the server about stocking interesting bottles. One example was from a German vineyard, Adamswein, that had gained prominence from their chardonnays and pinot noirs.
Service was pleasant throughout. Staff maintained their attention to detail when plating, clearing plates, etc. They also knew exactly what to say to this party, from waiting for some late members (a round of drinks?) to waffling about appetizers (we can put in a few and get more as you decide).
… moreI managed to try the fried calamari appetizer ($18) and the Wednesday plat du jour, the whole roasted branzino ($42).
The fried calamari proved addictive. The light batter with old bay seasoning and aioli reminded me quite a lot of Taiwanese style popcorn chicken, packed with flavor from 5 spice.
The whole roasted branzino also impressed. I did not expect it to be deboned. The branzino itself was flaky, not dry, light in flavor, and not fishy with a crisped, taut skin – exactly what a roasted white fish should be. Size seemed to be 1/2 – 2/3 lb portion.
I also wasn’t sure how the dish would incorporate blue crab. Turns out, the crab meat was stuffed into the middle of the fish. Imagine butterflying a chicken, adding stuffing, and folding it up again. This added an additional briny flavor, almost acting like a really fancy salt rub. The fried shredded turnips helped cut the fish’s oil, and the hollandaise added depth to the savoriness.
The wine program also impressed. One member of the party who works in the industry talked up a storm with the server about stocking interesting bottles. One example was from a German vineyard, Adamswein, that had gained prominence from their chardonnays and pinot noirs.
Service was pleasant throughout. Staff maintained their attention to detail when plating, clearing plates, etc. They also knew exactly what to say to this party, from waiting for some late members (a round of drinks?) to waffling about appetizers (we can put in a few and get more as you decide).
Caitlin K
I dined at Eastern Standard last weekend and had a fantastic time. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, especially the hosts and our server, Lily. The restaurant was clean, and had a cozy atmosphere. I was with my younger brothers, aged 10 and 11, and they were given crayons and activity sheets, as well as the opportunity to draw on the paper covering the table, which kept them entertained all evening. As starters we had the bone marrow and oysters. The bone marrow was ridiculously rich and delicious, and the oysters were very fresh. The special on Friday was lobster gnocchi, which I ordered. The sauce was super creamy, the pasta was pillowy soft and the lobster was great. However the highlight of the meal were the desserts. We had pear sorbet, a brownie topped with praline ice cream and caramel, crème brûlée and our server Lily was kind enough to send us the bread pudding on the house. Every dessert was uniquely delicious, and the brownie was LIFE CHANGING. This was a great experience all around and my family and I will definitely be coming back.
… moreColt Johnson
Amazing brunch, and even better service. I will say the Bloody Mary was pretty bad, but the food and service greatly made up for it. The burrata salad was a highlight!
… moreAnton Ego
Eastern Standard trades heavily on nostalgia and legacy, and while the room still carries weight, the experience no longer feels essential.
The menu is broad and familiar, rooted in classic brasserie fare. Execution is competent—proteins are properly cooked, sauces land where expected, and plates arrive intact—but little stands out. Flavors are conservative, seasoning restrained, and dishes feel more maintained than inspired. It’s food designed to meet expectation, not challenge it.
The bar remains a strength. Cocktails are well-built and reliable, and the space still functions as a social anchor for the neighborhood. That said, even here the program feels steady rather than sharp, leaning on reputation more than evolution.
Service is professional but uneven. On good nights, pacing is smooth and attentive; on others, the experience feels stretched, with interactions slipping into the transactional. Hospitality exists, but it lacks the consistency and intuition that once defined the room.
Eastern Standard earns three stars for reliability and history. It remains a solid, familiar option, but one that feels anchored to what it was rather than energized by what it could be.
… moreThe menu is broad and familiar, rooted in classic brasserie fare. Execution is competent—proteins are properly cooked, sauces land where expected, and plates arrive intact—but little stands out. Flavors are conservative, seasoning restrained, and dishes feel more maintained than inspired. It’s food designed to meet expectation, not challenge it.
The bar remains a strength. Cocktails are well-built and reliable, and the space still functions as a social anchor for the neighborhood. That said, even here the program feels steady rather than sharp, leaning on reputation more than evolution.
Service is professional but uneven. On good nights, pacing is smooth and attentive; on others, the experience feels stretched, with interactions slipping into the transactional. Hospitality exists, but it lacks the consistency and intuition that once defined the room.
Eastern Standard earns three stars for reliability and history. It remains a solid, familiar option, but one that feels anchored to what it was rather than energized by what it could be.
Paul P
Absolutely loved our experience at Eastern Standard! From the moment we walked in, the service was top-notch—friendly, attentive, and just the right amount of casual. The ambiance was spot on too, with a cozy yet lively vibe that made the evening feel special.
As for the food, it did not disappoint! We started with the steak tartare and bone marrow appetizers, both of which were insanely good. The steak tartare was perfectly seasoned, and the bone marrow was so rich and flavorful—it was hard to pick a favorite between the two. For the mains, we had the salmon and shrimp entrees, and both were cooked to perfection. Fresh, flavorful, and just the right portion size.
Definitely a place worth visiting again!
… moreAs for the food, it did not disappoint! We started with the steak tartare and bone marrow appetizers, both of which were insanely good. The steak tartare was perfectly seasoned, and the bone marrow was so rich and flavorful—it was hard to pick a favorite between the two. For the mains, we had the salmon and shrimp entrees, and both were cooked to perfection. Fresh, flavorful, and just the right portion size.
Definitely a place worth visiting again!
Thuc Nhan Tran
Great atmosphere and stellar service! Our waitress was very courteous and made the experience just so much better. We got the $2 oysters deal, fish tacos, mussels in curry, and a side of fries. All were great but the mussels in their delicious curry were definitely the best that I have had in Boston!
… moreeva zhou
I had a great experience at Eastern Standard tonight! The service here is excellent, servers were super friendly and professional! The food was delicious and the portions were decent. The warm atmosphere made this dining experience even better. I also really appreciated that the server proactively communicated with me about the delay of my food, which really impressed me! Overall, a fantastic dining experience, and I’ll definitely be back!!
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