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The Fireplace is a two star restaurant in the Greater Boston area. This restaurant is situated in the Brookline neighborhood. It's known for its bistro. The menu is built on lamb. It's been awarded the Best of Fireside Dining award. Know before you go: this place features live music. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features a full bar, brunch, and fine wines. This restaurant is handicap accessible and open late. People who have eaten here found the food great, mediocre but the service, and mediocre for the wait. Many customers say they enjoyed the Fireplace.
3.0 of 5 stars.
Harumph. Highly overrated and exceptionally overpriced. There is one dinky fireplace in the corner with all of four (maybe even three) tables that sit in front of it. We sat on this weird plush couch...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We usually have a nice meal and good time at this place. Service is ok, food is great. It's pretty pricey though. The first "green" restaurant is kind of BS. We chatted with the manager and he...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say that the Fireplace is one of my favorite places to go when i'm in the city (even if it is in Brookline). I used to live not to far away and would visit all the time. Love the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Duck hash was super delish!
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, but definitely over priced. There wasn't anything special about this place, except for the fireplace in the corner.
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a few times, and only the first time about 6 years ago was good. I do not remember what I got, but I told myself I had to go back....too bad they disappointed. The second time I went...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
No alcohol before 12! I came here for brunch with Tracy C., after 2 disappointing tries to eat elsewhere.I had the French toast with cinnamon apples. It was extremely sweet. I understand that French...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for brunch and it was just OK. That's it. Perhaps it is better suited to the winter, when the earthy decor and eponymous fireplace would create a warm, cozy environment. But in the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went to The Fireplace for a friend's birthday, and I wasn't at all impressed with the food here. It was alright, but I don't think I'll return. When I can probably make better food in my kitchen, I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to only go to the fireplace for their mussells......and they are the greatest I have ever tasted......but after trying their eggs benedict, I always look for an excuse to go there. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the best meal I have had in a long long time. Absolutely all of the food was excellent, although we didn't get dessert. I can not wait for their Restaurant Month because the menu looks...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I recently went to The Fireplace with some friends for brunch. It was my first time there and I quite enjoyed it, although I wouldn't reccomend going here for dinner. Dinner items are VERY pricey,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So many Yelpers already offer details about The Fireplace, I won't bore you with rehashings of their iffy prices, questionable ambiance, etc. It *is* good, and the staff are friendly and professional,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to The Fireplace for brunch - I think it is overpriced for dinner - but I enjoyed it. I thought the food was really the best part, no one in my party of 7 had any bad dishes. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first time here and I was very disappointed with everything, the place was almost empty and the bartender seems to be in a rush to get us out, no hostess or anyone to greet us so we sat at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just re-visited the Fireplace, as I was invited and did not have to pay.The person who invited me had a gift certificate to this place, and did not have to pay either. The prices are still expensive,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am so on the fence about this place. The food is great and the atmosphere is pleasant, so I keep going back and giving it another chance--5 chances now in fact. But every time I go, something weird...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I give this place three stars, however this is an average of a 1 star rating and a five star rating. This is because while one part of this restaurant is kind of sweet, the other part of this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
No doubt amazing.Expensive, but if you've got the money, this is easily one of the best restaurants around Boston. Blew my mind.
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Jazz music playing not quite my "cup of tea". I didn't mind so much after a few glasses of wine. Although our reservations were for 6pm and it was basically empty at that point (party of 2), we were...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What's that? You have a gluten-free menu?This place is right around the corner from me and I met up with a Celiac support group once here to order from their GF menu. I was impressed by the number of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I met a two of my friends for lunch at the Fireplace mainly because the location was convenient for us. It was very impressed by the meal. I ordered a chicken ceaser salad and it was delicious! The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times now and had a positive experience each time. Great food. Nice atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My fiance and I went here for lunch on a Sunday. It was late afternoon and the place was pretty quiet which was nice.I had the Fireplace burger with bacon and blue cheese and my fiancee had the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place really has a great "New England" feel to it. It's cozy, and elegant. The staff is helpful and the food is really a step above what you might expect on Beacon Street. I've been here for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some friends and I went for a late Saturday brunch today, and we were pleasantly surprised. My friend had tried their pork dish at the Taste of Elegance event and was drawn to the restaurant. Parking...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is named the Fireplace because there is a fireplace right as you walk in. Because my favorite ambiance always includes coziness, I give it 5 stars just for the way you feel when you walk...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for an anniversary dinner. Its pricey, but definitely worth it for a special night. I had the duck and he had the sirloin. He is super hard to please but enjoyed everything. I have to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've lived in the area for a number of years now and this is one of my go to places for a nice dinner or to bring my out of town guests. they are always impressed so it's my safe bet for a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice. Once about a year ago for dinner which is now a distance memory and then I went for brunch last weekend. Staff was friendly and attentive. It wasn't too loud inside and the...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had lunch on New Year's Day. It was packed, aromatic and the friendly staff was wearing pajamas. We got the pumpkin hazelnut and vanilla soup, ravioli, the house burger, and cappuccinos. Everything...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What a new year's bummer.The Sig O and I braved the freezing cold and made last minute dinner plans here for New Year's Eve - since we moved to Brighton we've had our eye on this place and couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here on Christmas Day, for dinner, and it was great. I was bringing someone from the airport, so we were nearly an hour early, but they still seated us, and right next to the huge fireplace....
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been once, but I quite enjoyed my dinner and service was okay, if not great. I would go again, but only for brunch (I've heard things about the crispy duck hash that make it sound better...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here about or 4 years ago for my birthday and didn't really enjoy it. A few years had pasted by and I heard it had changed hands or they got a new chef or something had changed, so I decided...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has some good food. I've only ever gone for brunch, which I'd say is a good time to go. Especially when it gets cold out. Its so cozy and a perfect place to share a delicious meal with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Fireplace, what sorcery has though wrought in thy kitchen? Does that even make sense? It doesn't? Okay, hopefully this is a bit more articulate: The mussels arrived smelling not unlike the Delaware...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
was back for my b day-- scallops with figs were the bomb--- can't wait to come back again (home spiced rum was awesome!!!)
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this place twice. The first time the clams and the roasted chicken were great, but the waitress ignored us most of the time and forgot to give us bread. The second time the service was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Fireplace does everything well--the food, the vibe, the service--but nothing, except maybe the still warm bread--knocked us over. Think of it as a Volvo--well-made and reliable but definitely not...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best eggs benedict I have ever had, such a perfectly poached egg and deliciously lemony sauce.
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I visited was over 2 years ago with a large group and I remember the food being really good, especially the duck salad they had at the time. So when 2 friends and I arrived for brunch...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for brunch after fantasizing about corn waffles for weeks. I didn't get the corn waffles because there was an omelet on the menu that sounded even better. First off, the bread they came...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Fireplace is awesome. Everything about it was great - even the bread that they serve to you pre-meal.I went there for lunch and had a great experience. They hand-cut their fries themselves, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Two reasons to go here: Antelope for dinner and Mojitos.Ahhhmazing.
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I have only been here once and it was with my parents. The servers were such a delight and very friendly, and that atmosphere was very cool and I felt sort of like I was coming in after skiing to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to The Fireplace this year with one of my friends/coworkers with whom I've eaten many a good meal. We have a pact to make it to as many as possible during RW. We called and made a reservation,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here late last night after driving around aimlessly trying to decide on a place to grab a quick dinner. Extra points for serving the full dinner menu until 11.Service was great, and food was at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Fireplace is one of my go-to restaurants in Brookline, especially for their brunch. No matter how many times I've been, I ALWAYS order the eggs benedict because it's SO good. But I've heard the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here several times and likely will not be going back any time soon: the reason--some total "d-bag" "a-hole" decided to take his shoes and his socks off while seated in the outdoor patio...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW.My dad took me out here last night; we sat outside for the first 30 minutes or so, until a massive thunderstorm hit. At that point, we'd already ordered a cheese plate (me) and mussels (him),...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have been very disappointed in this restaurant since its conception. The wine tastings are a waste of time and money especially with the food served along side the beverage and the lunches/dinners...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am still beaming from the fantastic time we had at the fireplace last night. We were a table of 10 celebrating a Birthday and the whole evening went by very smoothly. While waiting for the rest of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know. I don't mind going. If I'm with my parents. I don't like the open kitchen, because the cooks are CREEPY, and seriously just stare at me and whisper crap. COOK THE DAMN FOOD. The Gnocci...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited this place for the first time last night despite it being literally just round the corner, and I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised! Great atmosphere inside, lovely and cosy, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wound up here after my impatient crew did not want to wait to eat at Publick House and Washington Square Tavern down the block.... oh, I was mumbling obscenities under my breath as I really and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. It is my newfound favorite brunch spot, in fact. Dinner is great, from the atmosphere to the food and drinks. Unfortunately it does get busy and you might have to wait. Its not as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have loved this place for a few years now. The atmosphere is always perfect and it's a place you can go to on a date or with a group of friends or with visiting family and feel right at home. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cute and nice inside and the fire does create a cozy atmosphere and glowing ambiance. The menu is interesting... I got something like "Roasted Half Chicken with mashed potatoes & sage brown butter"...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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I came here for evening cordials. It's romantic and atmospheric if you sit on...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yesterday afternoon my girlfriend and I went to the Fireplace for their twice monthly events called Fireside Chats. We were very excited because yesterday's Fireside Chat was all about New England...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very Romantic setting with delicious food. Menu is very easy to order from with staples such as chicken, steak and pork. Restaurant is lit up with candles and the service was first class. Good...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nobody puts Trishie in a corner. Well, maybe The Fireplace does. And what a cold corner it was. I went to The Fireplace during Restaurant Week. My friend and I came earlier than our reservation and we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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This is my first-time message on this board. My wife and I had lunch at the Fireplace Restaurant in Brookline (corner of Beacon and Washington). The lunch was terrific. The conch chowder was some of the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was crowded because of restaurant week, but our server was on point and made it seem like we were all by ourselves. The food was good, and I especially like the Green/sustainable focus!!! Again,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So, I'm not going to beat around the bush here... this place is kinda sorta a little bit sucky. We went for lunch on a Saturday, it was maybe, 75% full and the service was just bad. Forgetful,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Fireplace used to be one of my favorite restaurants in the area to have a nice sit down meal for a special occasion. It's always been good but over the years it's just become less and less...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I've been to the Fireplace only twice even though I live right down the street. I'm just not wowed by the food for the price. The drinks were ok, the food was ok and the service was ok. I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My dining experience was quite pleasant....to start we ordered the New England Artisanal Cheeses, Homemade Garlic Crackers, and Tasty Little Garnishes.....mmm very very yum..and certainly warmed up an...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for our pre holiday brunch with the fam. The service was good, the bread was so awesome. I think after we finished our basket of bread and tricked the bus boy into giving us each...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place. Cool atmosphere for a date. Reserve the table next to the Fireplace, it is quite romantic. Food was solid and service was awesome.
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
How does it go?Fool me once, shame on you.Fool me twice, shame on me.Yeah, I'm giving it two stars since the food is at least edible. Nothing here is outstanding, and the service was the worst.There...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
DECADENT COMFORT FOOD: This has to be my favorite restaurant locally. The food is phenomenal, but be warned: it's rich, filling, and quite expensive. But this is the perfect place to wow a date...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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I have to say. Both times I've been here I've had positive experiences. Food is usualy good, so is the service. Servers even joke playfuly and recomend items, something you cant say anymore about many Boston...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good: The wine-tasting that was going on while I was there for the mid-day menu seemed really cool.Bad: The mid-day menu seems like a good value, but the pizza I ordered was completely mediocre and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I offer this review with a major caveat -- we didn't eat a thing. Instead, we enjoyed outstanding, if pricey, cocktails. The friendly bartender fixed a delicious mash of bourbon, mint and citrus...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The crispy potato gnocchi with roasted tomato basil sauce, sauted spinach, asiago cheese & toasted pine nuts was fantastic. My broiled sea bass with a green pea puree, porcini mushrooms & garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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Top notch customer service- the other reviews speak for themselves on this outstanding restaurant's food, ambience etc so I won't waste space on that. I go out to eat regulary for work functions in the NYC...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Very, very disappointing. I went there for brunch once and ordered waffles. The waffle was quite good, HOWEVER, it was not a full waffle! It was HALF a waffle artfully arranged on the plate. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is how I feel about the Fireplace:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx9295krzEM/end review.Ok, so the local picture makes the Fireplace look like its part of a pueblo, but the atmosphere is actually...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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My husband and I came here for a dinner because it was listed as a local restaurant that had gluten free options on their menu. Being a celiac, I have to be weary of every place I eat and I was overly...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
See the picture for this spot? See the fireplace? That's The Fireplace. See the space right in front of the fire? That's our table. See the right side of my face? Me neither. It melted. Which is fine,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the food was good, and it has a nice atmosphere, we went with a group of people, somehow our waitress overheard some portion of our conversation (lord only knows what) and assumed we were talking...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Its a solid neighborhood restaurant serving "stick to your ribs comfort food". Its a wonderful place to be on a chilly New England night when you want some hearty fare. The flavors are strong, but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Right after my traumatic Bebe Spa experience, I went with my companion to the Fireplace. It was perfect for the dreary, rainy day because we were seated right next to the fireplace! I wanted a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's taken me some time to warm up to the Fireplace, no pun intended. The first few times I went, I was underwhelmed by the food and impassive about the atmosphere. But as time has gone by, the food...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Mackerel, what a disaster.1. You pay far too much for far too little. I personally don't care if the menu is "new". That doesn't make the items within worth more money. We are not talking about...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place! Good food, very cozy and romantic, and the food was impeccable, as was the service. I'll be back in the winter!
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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This place has one of the greatest kitchens in Boston. However, the service and staff leave much to be desired. Our party of three was dismissed from the dining room after being escorted to the table and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food: B Service: C-Great food. We were all happy with our meals. My brunch dish wasn't as tasty as the others but it was still good. The service is the main reason for my mediocre rating. Warning...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first thing that stood out about this place was its warm decor and the friendliness of the staff. Every person working at this restaurant greeted us with a smile, which is, unfortunately, a very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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The food is not at the quality (preparation and presentation) suggested by the price. Really not even close. Thew service is also below par on occasion. I go there because I live around the corner and will...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Solid spot in Washington Square, Brookline. Good, simple food like roast chicken, grilled fish, etc., all prepared beautifully in a nice cozy space with open kitchen and (you guessed it!) a fireplace!...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2007
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I couldn't believe when I read the other reviews that they mentioned bad service. As a waitress myself, even I would have been frustrated with my two elderly dining companions last night, but our waitress at...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for my birthday this year and had a terrible experience. First of all the place is way overpriced. It looks pretty, but the food is nothing special. So while I was seated I got to enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The only reason I don't give this restaurant 5 stars is because of the price. If I felt like I was getting more than I paid for I would bump it up but it really does hurt your wallet. Although it is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3 1/2 Stars from me, too...So I'll go with 4 to even out the review below.Well, some friends and I were attempting to go to Publick house at 3 pm on a Sunday. The joke was on us, as it doesn't open...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Okay... 3 1/2 stars.The Fireplace makes a pretty good attempt at the whole gourmet brunch thing. However, nothing can satisfy me like a Zaftigs brunch can. So, unfortunately, this place will have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My parents are super picky eaters. They like food that is recognizable and comforting, but I wasn't about to take them to Applebee's for Mother's Day (nevermind that Applebee's and Chili's are like...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
First disclaimer: this review is solely based on an experience I had more than a year ago at The Fireplace. So why write now? Because in looking online at a menu for a San Francisco restaurant I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great little place in Washington Square. My friend and her fiancee live across the street so we walked there with a group including a friend visiting from out of state. We went (hungover)...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to spend a lot of money, eat a bunch of fattening food, and then lose a ton of weight. My fiance and I were sick as dogs the next morning from something in the food...But... the food was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went there on Sunday night for my birthday dinner with my girlfriend. Her mom had given me a gift certificate, but we have both been there prior and had great experiences. It was a little quiet on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's nice and quiet and the service is right on. Been there twice and it's been great both times. It's seems difficult to drop in without a reservation without a long wait but I guess that's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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The Fireplace is a great place to go when you want good food without all the fuss. The meals are delicious, reasonably priced, and nicely prepared. The ambiance is relaxed but still upscale enought to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
C'mon Fireplace- turn up the heat. My breakfast was subpar- at best. The place wants to be good, but wanting and being are really far apart. For lunch- I've had the pumpkin bisque which tasted like...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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On a busy Thursday night, when all other Coolidge corner restaurants were full, we meandered into a half-empty Fireplace restuarant...was this a sign? Yes! Only as a last-option did I go here because I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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While dining at the fireplace one Saturday night, a cokcroach came out and started walking near our booth. The waiters didn't really do anything until we asked if we could switch tables. Then when another...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for restaurant week last year and it was ok. Not that great of a place if its pricey and just ok.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We went there 2 years ago and have not been back since. We were not wearing "upscale" clothes, but we do enjoy good food and wine, we had not made reservations for an early Saturday evening, and one...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I went here for Valentine's Day. On our way there, I called them up telling them we were running late (the weather was horrible). The hostess proceeded to tell me that that's fine...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fueled by the matrons of Brookline...The Fireplace has beaten the odds and just keeps going and going. I don't really get it, but that's nothing new. I can't ever remember what I ate there because...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a restaurant called the fireplace has to be good right? actually it wasnt bad... it was pretty packed so it was tough to get a decent seat so the waiter crammed us into the little section right in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My group of friends and I went here for the New Years Day Pajama brunch. I was a little disappointed more people didn't show up in their pajamas since my friends and I were all decked out, but no...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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I think the best thing about having dined here happen a month after being there when my girlfriend turned to me and said, ?I can still taste the flavors of our meal at the Fireplace.? I know now why there are...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i wasn't really impressed. maybe it was because they took something simple like a reuben and tried make it into something special and too much. let's not over do a basic good. at least, their bisque...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Washington Square has so much potential, and is shamefully underused by businesses, overshadowed by the glamor of Coolidge Corner. I was excited that a cool eclectic restobar was open in the area....
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Have you ever had waffles before?"This was the response when I asked what the Crispy corn waffles with rum, bananas, brown sugar & apple cider syrup was like. Yes, I know what waffles are. Ohh, you...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been intrigued by The Fireplace for quite sometime and when my family and my co-worker's family was in town I saw that as the perfect opportunity to settle my curiosity. We walked in and just...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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This is one of my favorite restaurants. I love the food,decor,service and prices. I love the American wine list and the martinis as well. It is very creative and charming.The chicken rivals any in the city but...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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The food's not bad, the service isn't bad, the decor is kind of interesting, the price isn't great. Why go?
citysearch.com - user review - 09/23/2006
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Some friends and I went to the fireplace a few nights back. I've been wanting to try it for a long time now, as it looks so cozy inside. Much to my dismay, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. We were...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has classy written all over it. (Classy, not stuffy.)It's a beautiful restaurant with, of course, a fireplace. There's a good-size bar to the right of the entrance, which is the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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I had heard good things about this place, but after two unimpressive meals, I can say with confidence that this place is over-rated. While the service was okay, the food was just bland and very overpriced --...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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I would definitely go back for the rotisserie chicken. It was a good value with little pretense and will fill the hungriest patron. However, the person I was eating with has twice ordered fish, the last time...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The seating was crammed and booth-style a la upscale McDonald's. Almost no veg. options except for house salad, an appetizer and a pasta dish. The food was not very flavorful and slightly over...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2006
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The waitress forgot to mention the two things on the menu that they didn't have and only told us as we were ordering them. Would have been good to know since I picked the place for the options the menu...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2006
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We are from NYC and consider good service to be just as important as the quality of food, which was average at best--the sirloin was like one you could order at The Olive Garden; the "famous" chicken was...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2006
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I recently took my boyfriend here for his birthday. Made an early dinner reservation and enjoyed being seated in front of the beautiful fireplace. The service was friendly and accomodating and the food was...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A delightfully comfortable and upscale restaurant in Washington Square - great for a date or out of town company. Entres are a bit pricey, but the salads are large enough (and tasty enough) to eat as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Way overrated. I thought this place was very overpriced for the type of food they're serving, and the food wasn't even that special. Our busser was atrocious, knocking into us and getting her...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was definitely our special place in Boston. Great food, welcoming staff and HUGE martinis kept us coming back time and time again. They ended up booking quite a bit of good music here too on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2006
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The Fireplace, located on the unpretentious Washinton Square near Brookline's Coolidge Corner is a nice restaurant. It is perfect for Boston's chilly winter nights with it's warm ambiance and great co...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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Good but on the expensive side. very cozy atmosphere.
menupages.com - user review - 02/24/2006
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I went there for brunch and was impressed by their reasonable prices. But when I got my waffle, it was only HALF a waffle! No wonder it was so affordable...it was hardly even a full meal. My party left with...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2006
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I went to the Fireplace for lunch on a Friday. It was busy, but we were seated right away. We ate light, the roasted chicken ceasar salad and seafood chowder. But, I couldn't stop raving about the food all...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You have to love comfort food with a flair to love this place. Upscale yet casual, the menu will suit meat eaters as well as vegetarians. Their "simple grills" choices are the best. I prefer to come...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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The aroma immediately pulls you in and tells you this is going to be good. Excellent menu, delicious food and outrageous fresh fruit cocktails.. Unpretentious service, genuinely warm and attentive st...
judysbook.com - user review - 02/12/2006
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I have been to the fireplace a handful of times and each experience has been better each time. I made a reservation online without any problem, and the night we were to go we were running late, so I called the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2006
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I have been to the fireplace twice and was sorely disappointed. The first time the steak was burnt and chewy, and the rest of the meal average. I gave it another try: made a reservation online, called to...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/29/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We really weren't impressed with the Fireplace. We ordered the pear/goat cheese salad, which was ok, but pretty much had no flavor that stood out. Nothing unique whatsoever.We also got the pumpkin...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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I have been a regular at the Fireplace for over a year now. I wasn't going there when the majority of the negative reviews were written so perhaps all the problems have been sorted out! The ambience is perfect...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/21/2006
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This is a great restaurant. I went on a Thursday night and it was packed!!! Once inside, I was warmed by the roaring fire and great feel of the dining room. I had a really hard time trying to decide what to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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I was there for brunch this past Sunday- my second time eating there. As a former waitress, I understand how the business works and I was beyond frustrated when our waiter took at least 20 minutes to even...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2005
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This is the best restaurant in the area. The menu changes for each season so there is always something great to try. The ambiance is warm and comforting. The food is fabulous -- fresh, flavorful, generous...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2005
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What a terrific place!! My experience started out with a positive feeling when I found a parking place immediately (there is a lot in the back.) As I entered the restuarant, I was greeted at once and seated...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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I had eaten there before and wasnt impressed but thought I would try it again. When I arrived for my 8pm reservation I had to wait 30 minutes for a table. I was finally seated, given my drink and prepared to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2005
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I was surprised by the number of negative reviews for this very nice restaurant. But I only recently discovered the Fireplace, and they may have taken the criticisms to heart and worked out the glitches. My 4...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/30/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was kind of expensive, and although the food was good, it wasn't so memorable that I'll be racing back. It's regular American fare done well. I really enjoyed the roasted chicken, and the mashed...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2005
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I went to this restaurant simply because the atmosphere was nice. I thought it was going to be a special occasion because the food was pricey, and it seemed a little on the fancy side. I took the wa...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/14/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place with New England style and nourishing comfort food, The owner/chet Mr. Solomon uses local, seasonal ingredients and it all reflects on the menu. Try the cod cakes for appetizer and the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On a recent Sunday morning, I went with a group of gals to The Fireplace for brunch. The decor was nice and the food was really good. I had the duck hash and loved it. However, our service was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Any establishment that proudly puts chicken livers on their menu is alright by me. The Fireplace is kind of like putting on a tie to go eat in the comfort of your own living room; sure, you might get...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2005
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is wayyyy out of my budget. As things stand, I rate this restaurant a 1 for atmosphere. It does have a fireplace, which looks nice and romantic, despite the fact that they cram lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been for brunch, but it was delightful. Opens at 1100am on Sundays. Creative, upscale dining, but you can wear more casual clothes to brunch on Sundays. We had been chatting with our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2005
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great little bar area with live entertainment, great house drinks, pricey but nice comfort fare
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2005
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The food here is definitely average and not very flavorful. The ambience is nice and warm though and they have tables long enough to serve big groups. I had the deer and it was OK, but not that good.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
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I was thrilled to have a another nice restaurant in Brookline. But it didn't take long to realize "it just isn't worth the frustation!" On first visit, our angry waiter got our orders wrong and made no effort...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2005
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I had been looking forward to my night out at the Fireplace but I was sorely disappointed like other reviewers. My boyfriend and I were seated promptly by our server but once we declined the wine menu, he...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2004
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My boyfriend and I were excited to try the Fireplace. I took him on his birthday and we were sadly disappointed. Do not waste your time or your money at the Fireplace. The food is awful and very expensive!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2004
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My girlfriend and I had dinner there 2 week ago. This place is Great. Excellent food and the service is great and most importantly not rushed. I highly recommend
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2004
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I agree with the majority of the other reviewers when I say that my dining experience at The Fireplace was down right AWFUL! I made reservations, but apparently that means nothing at this restaurant. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2004
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I have been a few times live in area, the fireplace is at the very end of the bar and only a few tables are in view of it. The staff seems to think they are above others, they don't seem to care about...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2004
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The Fireplace is a sophisticated New England Grill. Locals Jim and Chef Toby T. Hill have created a stunning menu rich with the bounty of New England shores and gardens.
opentable.com - user review
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This place was a huge disappointment--I brought my girlfriend to celebrate a job promotion. The food was mediocre but the service--I politely asked the waitress to do something special for the dessert we...
openlist.com - user review
Sadly, every restaurant has its run and The Fireplace has begun its slide. Based on our meal last night the owners can't possibly still care. We are regulars who loved this place, but there is a serious...
boston.com - user review
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I went to the Fireplace on a weeknight expecting a good meal. What I found was some of the worst food that I have ever been served in my life. I ordered a piece of smoked white-fish and what came back was a...
openlist.com - user review
I have been to the fireplace twice and was sorely disappointed. The first time the steak was burnt and chewy, and the rest of the meal average. I gave it another try: made a reservation online, called to...
openlist.com - user review
Wow! I have always loved The Fireplace but lately, it is just hot! It is running like a sports car. The food is great, the atmosphere has always been terrific, and just being there is amazing. On each occasion...
openlist.com - user review
To qualify as offering the area's most authentic New England cuisine, a restaurant must use typical regional ingredients - cranberries, squash, maple syrup, corn - prepared in ways instantly recognizable as...
boston.com - user review
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LOW CLASS, RUDE, UNREFINED, a waste of money, whatever you want to call it. The food at The Fireplace was less than average and the laze faire attitude of the waitstaff made it all the worse--the sirloin was...
openlist.com - user review
the fireplace is a satisfying restaurant, and that is harder to come by than drop-dead food. logs burn in a stone chimney with tables in front. sweet potato mash, with fall-off-the-bone smoked short ribs, are...
gayot.com - user review
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american. simply prepared new england comfort food thatos heavy on flavor. the menu is built on lamb, chicken, aged sirloin steak, and a few seafood dishes, either wood-grilled, prepared in a brick oven, or...
bostonmagazine.com - user review
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We had brunch here on New Years Day, while the food was ok (but definitely on the cold side) the service was horrible!!! Our waiter brought us two spilled over cups of lousy coffee that had spoonfuls of...
boston.com - user review
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We had a reservation and despite the place being less than half full, the hostess wanted to seat us in the far back corner beside some guy sitting by himself. I asked to sit somewhere else so we did. It was...
boston.com - user review
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I love The Fireplace and always leave the restaurant wishing my meal was just beginning rather then having just ended. The ribs are THE BEST you will ever eat. The meat falls of the bone and the flavor will...
openlist.com - user review
The Fireplace is great. Terrific atmosphere, friendly staff, and fantastic food. The decor is so cozy and the fire adds a wonderful romantic touch. From appetizer to dessert, the food never failed to dazzle my...
openlist.com - user review
the fireplace is a sophisticated new england grill. locals jim and chef paul sussman have created a stunning menu rich with the bounty of new england shores and gardens...
opentable.com - user review
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if you're dining in brookline and have several hours, you might want to try the fireplace. the food.....
tripadvisor.com - user review
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rustic elegance warms up this brookline spot...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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The food at The Fireplace was average--the sirloin was no better than one you might order at The Sizzler and the "famous" chicken was presented as if the chef didn't quite know how to handle it...The worst was...
boston.com - user review
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Even the hale New Englander has found this to be a real bone-chiller of a winter. So what better way to warm up the weekend than with a hearty brunch?
boston.com - user review
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I don't know what has happened to The Fireplace, but it appears that things have gone drastically down hill. I was very disappointed and frustrated about the owner's loud, disruptive behavior as I was trying...
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