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Washington Square Tavern

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Local(617) 232-8989

714 Washington St
Brookline, MA 02446

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Washington Square Tavern
Local(617) 232-8989

714 Washington St
Brookline, MA 02446

http://www.washingtonsquaretavern.com

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For three star American, try Washington Square Tavern in the Greater Boston area. This restaurant is situated in the Brookline neighborhood. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This place features a full bar and brunch. This place is handicap accessible and good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food outstanding.

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  • Reserve wine list
  • Brunch (except during summer)
  • Warm environment

The Washington Square Tavern is where the key to happiness is just an order away. T.W.S.T. has grown to be a foodies' favorite and a late-nite hoppin' hangout. Come to the Tavern and discover very affordable gems on our excellent wine list or quench your thirst with one of many T.W.S.T.ed cocktails.So come join us before that game or night on the town at The Washington Square Tavern where the service is friendly, the atmosphere is pleasantly laid-back and the food is second-to-none in freshness and preparation. Come see what you might be missing out on at Brookline's home away from home.

User Reviews of Washington Square Tavern

Yelp.com Review - by Carla A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Outstanding bar service- food is creative and NOT pub grub. There was a pulled pork special last week that blew me away.. Thursday night is one of the best for locals... just a great neighborhood...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ran D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I grew up right across the street,went to driscoll so even since they opened in 1999 This place was always packed...I finally got a chance to go in and now I can see why! Friendly staff great...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by chris k.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ate brunch here and the omelets that we were served were fantastic. Pancakes looked good to, definitely will give them a shot next time. Nice sized Mimosas! Went back for dinner and the black bean...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bars in Brookline are hard to come by, especially compared to the super-high volume in nearby neighborhoods; the Washington Square Tavern, while not a raucous college bar or cheap-drink mecca, does a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jo T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Nice ambiance. A great bar for drinks for those who are looking to avoid the college crowds and welcome a nice drink and conversation.
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went here this weekend thinking; "I know on my first try this place was incredible but I wonder on a second visit if it really is all that great a place." I was not disappointed. This is a real...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara S.

4.0 of 5 stars. DRINK REVIEWThis place is great neighborhood spot. I came for a few drinks and was impressed with the selection of alcohols, great music (reggae), and overall atmosphere. Drinks were reasonable and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David B.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4.5 is more like it: - consistently good food with a somewhat rotating menu; their burgers are excellent and make the short list for the rare occasions I eat red meat, great fries (sweet potato,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Graham C.

4.0 of 5 stars. The burger was tasty. The fries were crispy. They had Gansett on tap, which was awesome. The place is a little swanky for my norm and due to that it wouldn't be my regular spot. But for a date or...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love it here! The food is always delicious and the atmosphere is great! Great, dependable gem in Washington Square!
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Coren D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Definitely a great neighborhood joint with excellent seasonal food, reasonable wine list, and several good beer choices. The menu is always changing, and you can always find something that is fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Washington Square Tavern was just a delightful place to spend an evening! My group of three arrived around 7pm to a very busy tavern. All of the tables were full, as was the bar and there were...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jackie V.

4.0 of 5 stars. Washington Sq Tavern is like Beacon St Tavern's older, slightly cooler-in-an-aloof-way sister. Sort of like Julia Stiles' character in 10 Things I Hate About You (throwback!) Despite the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by sue k.

4.0 of 5 stars. a tip for the young girls: this is the perfect spot to bring your old man date for drinks, he'll fit in and you won't run into anyone you know. the washington square tavern has an old school feel to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chelsee A.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my all time favorite places around Boston. Perfect for a rainy or cold night when you're just not motivated enough to hike it into the city and just want to do something chill. Always a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Enza B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Like many of the bars around coolidge, this place is charming.Had some beers here one night with friends. They had aligash white (sp?) on tap and I thought that was pretty awesome.Cozy booths and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Casey B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this place because it is super cozy and comfortable. As long as you are not squeemish about standing close to others at the bar, this is the perfect cold-weather hideaway. Awesome food, never...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place has rocked for years. I heavily weigh the quality of a restaurant on the consistency of their food and I have never had anything but a stellar meal at the "Tavern". The waitstaff is awesome...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynda M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I always look forward to a night here, just wish I could get here more often! Sure it gets crowded (that is because it is so good!) but having a few wine treats before dinner always works for me....
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Meghan D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Washington Square Tavern is a few blocks from my apt and my boyfriend and I have become regulars. Everything is always spot on - the food, the drinks, the service, the atmosphere. It's cozy inside, a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Barney B.

5.0 of 5 stars. crap, I love this place. as much as I usually hate when dives get ripped down and turned into styling taverns, this one is the best reason to do such a thing. the food, the vibe, everything is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very happy with my first trip here. A cozy place with a reasonable selection of beers and a slightly older (26-40) crowd on the Saturday I decided to visit. Mellow and dimly-lit atmosphere with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sally F.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is right around the corner from me and I tend to visit it about once a month. I need to get back to an after-work drink at the place, but I've been working out instead (so wrong!). Anyway,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I knew I loved the Beacon Street Tavern. Then one day at work the light bulb went on over my sleepy blond head when I read that this was its sister restaurant. And realized that my friends have been...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by amy b.

4.0 of 5 stars. love this place...the bartender with the irish accent is always so nice and friendly and I love the lamb chops and its a double bonus that they have gluten free beer for my friend.
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by A D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really like this bar. It always seems warm & cosy with all the candles everywhere and the bar tenders are really cute and friendly (which seems to be a rare quality these days). They have a very...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah L.

4.0 of 5 stars. super cute nice pub with good beer selection. also played good downbeat music, not the regular alt rock music they play in pubs...refreshing!food was good, fries not the best i've ever had but still...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by brett b.

5.0 of 5 stars. "I can't believe you like that place! There were no TVs, it was candle lit, and so old fashioned! And come on, where was the club music!?"Yeah, exactly.This is, hands down, my favorite place to go for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by pete k.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a solid local tavern - I put off visiting for quite some time, I'm not sure why. I suppose because I'd never 'seen' it - as others mention there's no sign! Fyi its right across the street from...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara A.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's somewhat a mystery to me how my mind decides which places I feel most comfortable at or which to avoid like the plague. That being said, I adore the Washington Square Tavern. I cannot speak for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great atmosphere (I love the framed bike from the 1890s), great beer selection, really good sweet potato fries, and friendly and attentive staff.Good for small groups (4 to 6 people)
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin M.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place has good bartenders, great appetizers and good drinks. But here is a question: WHY IS THERE NO SIGN OUTSIDE? I walked past this place three times before I found it. (there is a name...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Susannah L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I LOVE the Tavern!The food is always amazing. The bar staff always has a few wine selections that are not on the list. The owner is a pleasure to visit with and is very knowledgable when it comes to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This has always been a favorite but since I've moved from Brookline and because it's always crowded, I tend to forget about it. Returning last night felt like coming home and I'm so glad we did.You'll...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Milee S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Nice place. Came here on a date and really enjoyed the experience. We had a little wait for a table, which we shared with another party. I started with a hot toddy as I was really congested. That...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jillian Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. I love the atmosphere and the service here (particularly that of the bartenders) so it feels wrong to say what I'm about to say, but...Come ON, Washington Square Tavern, $18 for a badly-cooked fried...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristen F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Cute, dimly lit tavern with shared tables. Great beer on tap and very friendly service. Perfect for dinner to catch up with an old friend. I'd definetely go back.
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Vera S.

1.0 of 5 stars. Their brunch was terrible. I thought it was impossible to make a bad omelette, but I have been proven wrong.We only came here because it was too crowded at the Fireplace, but we won't make that...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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Excellent dining experience

The food and wine here are the best you will get in Brookline. It's also a...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ross M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Revisted the Washington Square tavern for some late night food since the Publck House had stopped serving and was pleasantly surprised with the end of the dinner hour service. My dad got a hamburger...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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Great place! by Maria D. at InsiderPages

This is a very nice restaurant with upscale entrees and great atmosphere. I must say that their hamburger is one of the best in town. I highly recommend it.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim G.

4.0 of 5 stars. A great bar for grownups. As prior reviewers have noted, it feels like an upscale pub in the UK. Everything about the vibe manages to be just right. The decor is wood and brass and low lighting but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Documentarian C.

4.0 of 5 stars. From the moment you enter, it's like being in the bosom of a familiar patriarch. I especially like their seafood stew/boulubaise and I've never had an Irish Coffe there I didn't thoroughly savor.Does...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by karen c.

4.0 of 5 stars. My favorite place to be stood up on a date. It was a long time ago (so long ago that I'm now past the dating stage and married). It was sad and pathetic. The boy and I met at a Starbucks on a Tuesday....
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was here a few months ago with a couple friends for an impromptu dinner. I'd heard a lot of good things about the place and figured I should give it a shot since I live nearby. And I'm glad I did!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brett R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Nothing comes close to this hangout place. The staff are amazingly friendly and recognize me every time I go in. Their food is amazing and while their beer selection does not rival that of nearby...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had no idea what to expect when I got here. Brookline? Tavern? Food? Obviously yes to all of these things but the dark atmosphere and darker woodwork brought be back to Jolly Ol' London...except...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by kathleen c.

5.0 of 5 stars. but of course, when you think of boston, you automatically think taverns. ... okay well, i don't, but this place was awesome anyway. loads of different beers, ales,and lagers, many of them locally...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Best Place in Boston for a Drink

Some background: I'm from Europe, and I've lived in Boston for two years. My observation: Even though people around here vote Democrat, their lifestyles can be very conservative or uptight---good citizen...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert B.

1.0 of 5 stars. No dessert, are you effing kidding me? YOU ARE ACROSS THE STREET FROM ATHENS- would it kill you people to have a few cakes from there for night time and maybe a carton of sorbet- It's really not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by nick h.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had heard excellent things about this place so decided to stop by recently. Things to note: 1. Cool atmosphere, dark space, nice vibe to the place2. Commendable beer selection...I had an Endurance...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kyle L.

4.0 of 5 stars. The owner/staff here really invest a lot in the place. From the wine list to the girl who replaces our candles when they burn out 'cuz we've been at the table for 3 hours... I feel very welcome here....
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin B.

5.0 of 5 stars. ate here for a friend's birthday - they don't have dessert on the menu but the owner personally went across the street to a pastry shop and brought back a little cake with a candle. Always excellent...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynette M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Intimate and popular.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Isabel G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Disappointing. Once again, over priced, over salted, and just not much fun.
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Like an old friend, Washington Square Tavern ultimately treats you the same no matter what you do to it. I've been here to celebrate birthdays, drown sorrows, go on an awkward date, or to cap off an...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole C.

5.0 of 5 stars. * * * * * My Favorite Local Spot * * * * * This is my second blog on YELP* and it should have been my first because I love me some Washington Square Tavern!Quick & Simple Skinny: the Service is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Terrific food. Clam Chowder is probably the best of Boston and I have tried almost all of them. The lamb chops are outstanding. Appetizers are always very sophistocated albeit small. There are high...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Meera S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Washington Square, the central hub of Brookline nightlife. Now that we're blacklisting the one opposite which I won't mention by name in case the fascists who operate that bar see fit to ban me as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Eating a delicious Steak Frites with six friends in a lively, but cozy restaurant in Brookline - $22 Tax and TipDrinking a delicious bottle of Pinot Noir with those same friends, talking about "old...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J H.

5.0 of 5 stars. One of my all-time favorite restaurants in the city. Their food is a little pricy but completely worth it. Their entrees are appropriately sized and the food is always high quality. They have a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ashley f.

4.0 of 5 stars. Well I really do like this place and its library-esque-ness, and I have been there probably the last 3 of 4 times I've been out and I don't even live in the area... BUT I had never ordered food before...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Deepa C.

4.0 of 5 stars. it would have been a two star joint for the following reason: we had a long wait for a table for 6 - fine. i get that we came at dinner time and people are still eating and we have to wait. and we...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really like the atmosphere at the Washington Square Tavern - it's warm and inviting, and even when they're full it's not too noisy to have a conversation with friends or a date. The decor is dark...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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Hidden gem

Washington Square Tavern is a complete hidden gem! The food is consistently fabulous. The menu is changed every two months or so but always has a little something for everyone. The bartenders are unbelievably...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison H.

5.0 of 5 stars. For me, the Washington Square Tavern constantly seems to serve double-duties:- A step up from the Allston-area haunts from my college years, yet a step down from the overpriced cocktails of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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Best Lamb in Boston

The Lamb Lollipops on this menu could be the best they have ever done.
menupages.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Daniel H.

3.0 of 5 stars. A neighborhood eatery with good comfort food in a clean envirnonment. Community seating and good size bar. Food = 3.5 StarsService = 3 StarsDecor = 3 Stars
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sasha R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Happy in several capacities:1) Afternoon happy hour drink with mom: we walk in giddy from girl talk at the nail salon next door. Dreeeaaamy Irish bartender with a brogue mixes up a perfect cosmo for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I prefer WST to BST, which is surprising since I put a high marks into quality/quantity/price. I remember the portion size being more friendly at BST. The apps & entrees at WST are, shall we say,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by rob c.

3.0 of 5 stars. Met some friends here the other night. The original plan was to meet at another place nearby, and I didn't get the message until late, so I was a beer ahead when I got there. Fortunately, the rest...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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The Silver

Of the 7 places to eat in Washington Square ( Do people actually eat food at...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carl R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Pros: Great food, nice ambianceCons: Service, valueWe went to the WST recently on the advice of some friends. Apparently the Tavern is supposed to be popular among foodies although, oddly, I'd never...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Good food, small menu, high prices, spotty service

We went to the WST recently on the advice of some friends. Apparently the Tavern is supposed to be popular among foodies although, oddly, I'd never heard of it in the last five years of living in Boston. We...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by chase w.

4.0 of 5 stars. The "Tav" as the locals (or at least my sister) call it is a great place to grab a pint, or a bite to eat- The food is good, but not cheap for pub fare, though it is higher end than your standard bar...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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A great date experience

The calamari was excellent, it was stuffed with andouille sausage and had a delicious sauce. The fish cakes were the best I've ever had. The swordfish was excellent. My date had the pork tenderloin which was...
menupages.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ariel P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been coming here regularly for the last four years, I understand how the tavern may not be for everyone. It is a neighborhood restaurant. It is always crowded. The menu is small. Sometimes you,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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best upscale comfort food in brookline

this busy and lively brookline neighbourhood restaurant/bar is a true gem. The staff is friendly and accommodating and even though the restaurant doesn't accept reservations the food is definitely worth...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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Horrible service, snotty attitude

I recently went to Washington Square Tavern around 5pm on a Thursday, expecting to catch a few drinks and some nice appetizers. Instead, I walked in and felt as if I was a hassle to every member of their...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by a w.

5.0 of 5 stars. I wish I was there right now. This place is best on cold snowy nights or when you feel like being around lively merriment and tucking into a nice cut of meat and enjoying a fine beverage. I can't...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by kathy a.

4.0 of 5 stars. full bar w/ tasty drinks, great music, and great ambience!
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Alyssa N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Burgers so close to perfect... so close, if it weren't for the pockets of black pepper that assaulted my senses. (I could go on about how pepper (in any form) is extremely overused in American...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Shannon S.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wow, this place is very, very different from it's Beacon Street counterpart (which I loved!) and I wouldn't visit this place again.When we arrived I though this small bar/bistro looked very much like...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Having lived minutes from its door I had the benifit of dining there on a regular basis. Overall great wine list with unique menu items(not bar food) with lots of seasonal specials. If your looking...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went here on Friday night, planning to sit down with some friends for drinks. I'm not sure exactly what I was expecting (a tavern perhaps meaning somewhere to sit), but I was pretty disapointed.I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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Great burgers and amazing crab cake!

I admit it, I am a food snob. I love places like B&G where you can get tastes of really fine dining for decent prices, so I was real happy when I heard through word of mouth (and then from looking here on...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/27/2006
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like it, love it, want some more of it

Great place. Been going here for a few years now and will keep going as long as I live in the neighborhood. Food's dynamite and service exceptional Barstaff are great. Just reviewed the newest addition to the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kim P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Sadly, we've moved and so can no longer go to our favorite neighborhood hangout - the Washington Square Tavern. As mentioned, they don't take reservations - but I've never had to wait more than 30...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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Reliably good food in a very nice atmosphere

Just went there again for about the 10th time in the last 2 years and it was great as usual. Service was top notch and the food was excellent... Menu is short, but very well rounded and ever-changing. You can...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah C.

3.0 of 5 stars. There are many reasons why I would have LOVED to give this place five stars... but on the other hand there are also plenty of reasons why I almost gave it two, or even one.The Washington Square Tavern...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place for a drink and/or dinner. The prices are a lot higher than your average bar, but that also seems the weed out the college and early 20s crowd. The food is wonderful and beer selection...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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Go early to avoid the crowds

Since moving to the Washington Square neighborhood four years ago, I've eaten at WST about every two to three months. The food has NEVER disappointed, and usually has been outstanding. The menu changes every...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca O.

2.0 of 5 stars. I've heard such great things about this place and have been meaning to try it for some time. I'm very sad to say I was disappointed. While we did get their early enough for a table w/o a wait (and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny N.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is a dark, comfortable, polished, and slightly upscale neighborhood spot for when you want a fantastic meal or just some really great drinks. The beverage menu is extensive--beers, wine, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan W.

4.0 of 5 stars. While other cozy Brookline haunts take the cake for library-style decor, the sheer spaciousness of the dark and book-lined WST make this a more enjoyable spot to stand around with a group--especially...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Dined here last night, First, we found a great spot on Beacon, so we started the night off well. Newcastle in one hand, bread in the other, lets order.My girlfriend and I started with the grill...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Mick T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Good food, nice Guinness, real Irish tae (Barry's Tea).I ain't been here in a few years, don't go to Brookline much, but the food is good and worth the price. Unlike a bar across the street (hint...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2006
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Our Favorite Restaurant!

The food is always incredible and the wine list is delicious. There is usually a wait to be seated but get a drink and enjoy the atmosphere. This is a great neighborhood bar with more than a touch of class....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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Brookline Hot Spot

The Washington Square Tavern has a friendly, homey feel of a neighborhood bar. Locals frequent this place for their excellent soulfully inspired menu. Unlike other area hotspots that are overrun with ...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by julia r.

5.0 of 5 stars. i love the wasington square tavern, but not nearly as much as one of my good friends. i don't mean this as a cliche, but rather literally: i think she might actually live there. and i trust her...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2005
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Your Friendly Neighborhood Bar by Patricia M. at InsiderPages

The Washington Square Tavern is a great place to go for a casual beer or a great dinner. The bar area is usually packed and there are few tables so be prepared to stand. The beer selection is very extensive....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Jared G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Nice place for sunday brunch
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2005
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Your Friendly Neighborhood Bar

The Washington Square Tavern is a great place to go for a casual beer or a great dinner. The bar area is usually packed and there are few tables so be prepared to stand. The beer selection is very ext...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/29/2005
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Well...

Although the food and drink of the Washington Tavern has been very nice, I have not found the service to be up-to-par. Case in point: I've been trying to make reservations for about an hour now, and the line...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Cara L.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you can stand the wait to get in it is SO worth it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Arik C.

4.0 of 5 stars. A great bar and bistro in Qashington Sq. The chef trained under Tood English and it shows. Great food from entrees from $12-$24. Another restaurant that changes its menu with the season. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2005
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Very Picky Seating by Deborah P. at InsiderPages

The only thing I have to say is make sure that your ENTIRE party is with you when youa re seated, or else be prepared to wait. And make sure you don't have naother person come sit with you after you have been...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2005
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My favorite restaurant!

The food is consistently outstanding and the sides are wonderful. Great wine list with reasonable prices. Some of the reviews mention rude service, but I've been there literally dozens of times and have never...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2005
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wonderful neighborhood joint

A nice place to go. Great selection of both beers and wines, and an excellent menu. A real mix of a crowd: it's loud and packed, but you can fit right in whether you're 21 or 41, part of a couple...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/14/2005
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Outstanding and friendly yet intimate

This is one of my favorite restaurants, period. It is the perfect combination of inviting pub atmosphere and outstanding food, with just the right amount of panache to thoroughly distinguish it from a "common"...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2004
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i'm biased, so what?

I definitely recommend the tavern for dinner. The food is excellent, the wine selection is great, and the service is friendly (as long as you aren't rude). It's busy Thursday through Sunday, unless you show up...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2003
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Horrible experience

We were impressed with the atmosphere at this Washington Square eatery/pub, but our enthusiasm was quickly extinguished. LONG wait - and it sure seemed as though people who came in after us were getting seated...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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Yummy in my Tummy

I love going to the Washington Square Tavern. The food always blow's my mind. I like getting a table in the back - it's cozy back there. The wine list is great and very complementary to the dishes. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2002
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Who you know!

Went to this restaurant on a Thursday night. Was told it was a 30 minute wait, waited over an hour while many people (same number in our party) who arrived after us were seated. Apparently being friends with...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2002
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What a waste of time and money

My boyfriend and I went there for dinner this past monday. We didn't have any alcoholic beverages, so I can't comment on the quality. I can comment on the food and the service though. Between the appetizer and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/09/2002
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neighborhood groove

little known locals spot that meets need for good food, good value, good scene
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2002
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taverns' tastic

With hardworking and knowledgeable staff. I can't think of a better place to sit and quaff (easy now) a few damn decent martinis, pity that they favour Stella Artois over Spaten these days but at least they...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2002
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Boston.com

Hands down the best restaurant or bar in Brookline. Need to update the listing. Chef Paul's gone. Sam Kochan is the head chef now.
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Boston.com

I left the review on July 27, 2004 after my first terrible visit here. My date that evening and I decided to give it another chance a few months later and I'm so glad we did - this is now my very favorite...
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New York Times

the food at this loud, friendly spot pinches from various american and european styles. you might waver between a simple watercress salad, creamy pumpkin soup, or roasted quail stuffed with sticky, sweet figs....
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Boston.com

Food was served cold, staff not only unfriendly, but also RUDE. The atmosphere looked nice but i was extremely disappointed. I will never go back there.
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Boston Magazine

chef-owner paul hathaway creates bold and satisfying dishes that draw both the aprs-work and pre-party crowds...
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Boston.com

I have been a customer for several years and this place just gets better. With all of the new restaurants opening every week in Boston I have not been back to the tavern until recently. I wonder why I even...
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Boston.com

A wonderful neighborhood place. We go often, love the food, the pricing, the bar (especially the wine list) and the staff. It gets it just right: a place you can walk to where you can afford to eat every week...
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AOL CityGuide

an authentic and friendly tavern in brookline...
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