Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.5

3442 Reviews

$30 and under

Southern

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 83 times today

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 266-1122
Website
http://www.buttermilkbourbon.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jason Santos
Private party facilities
Throw an unforgettable event New Orleans style! We offer semi-private and private space in one of our 3 rooms, or book all 3! We have a massive patio for semi-private & private functions as well.

Location
160 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Dartmouth Street
Parking details
Street Parking, Back Bay Station Garage
Public transit
Green Line: CopleyOrange Line: Back Bay Station
Entertainment
3 different rooms designed to give the ambiance of the many energies in New Orleans, our fresh & bright Garden District; elegant French Quarters room with reclaimed church pews and arched wooden ceilings; Voodoo lounge filled with mystery & cocktails. As well as our Bourbon Street area with a la carte raw bar and Hurricane's on draft. Warm weather brings out patio & outdoor lounge, perfect for warm days, beignets and people watching. All while the best of NOLA Jazz plays in the background.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Oysters of the Day*$3.00
Lemon Shandy Poached U-12 Peel & Eat Shrimp Cocktail$4.50
pink pepper mignonette, Crystal cocktail sauce, Atomic horseradish cream
Simple Roasted Mushroom Toast$12.00
fresh herb salad, truffle butter, marinated peppers
Memphis Style Baby Back Ribs$14.00
sweet spoonbread, hot honey glaze, cucumber chow chow
Cajun Grilled Swordfish*$15.00
warm crab salad, asparagus, lemon mayo, chile oil
2 Fried Chicken Sliders$14.00
bacon jam, whipped cheddar, sweet pickles
Pulled Pork Croquettes$8.00
smoky hot BBQ sauce
Boiled Peanut Hummus$10.00
benne seed crackers, heirloom tomato-cucumber salad, smoked paprika
Nashville Hot Alligator Fries$14.00
pimento queso, comeback sauce, crinkle cut pickles
House Special Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Nashville hot, sweet & spicy, BBQ syrup or white BBQ sauce
- Chicken Wings$12.00
- Boneless Fried Thighs$14.00
- Bone-In ½ Chicken$21.00

Dessert

Fresh Fried Beignets$10.00
powdered sugar
Soft Serve of the Day$5.00
salted pretzel cone
Sticky Toffee Biscuit Bread Pudding$10.00
bourbon sauce, brown butter dippin' dots
Fresh Fruit Shortcake$10.00
root beer chantilly, vanilla pastry cream
Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits$14.00
smoked cinnamon butter & pimento cheese spread

What 3,442 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buttermilk & Bourbon offers a delightful Southern-inspired dining experience in Boston. Known for its "amazing biscuits" and "flavorful fried chicken," this lively spot combines vibrant New Orleans vibes with a cozy atmosphere. While service can be inconsistent, the "unique and delicious" dishes and "fun ambiance" make it a must-visit for brunch or dinner.

3,443 Reviews

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David
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
They serve African American Food but there was an intolerant "No Blacks Allowed" vibe. My date and I were uncomfortable and the food was only ok at best. Not going back there ever.
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Megan
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time at buttermilk and bourbon! The chicken wings were a little dry
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Steve
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The honey glazed biscuits were fantastic - extra pimento spread please!
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John
Greater Boston
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Since we are seniors, we'd prefer the noise level be turned down on our next visit, or a quieter table in another part of the restaurant. Too loud!!!!!
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Laura
Greater Boston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Not great. Very noisy and waitstaff didn't provide much information when asked. Refills didn't come, etc.
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Kyle
Maine
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Family lunch after the Pops and it was wonderful. We’re a family of 6 and the food was inventive, filling, and so tasty.
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Gavin
Greater Boston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The chicken and waffles are a must get. The cauliflower was slightly meh, tasted fine but nothing particularly "viet-cajun" about it imo. Dining room was a bit loud.
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Paul
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic first visit, will try very hard to come back soon (live about an hour away). Every bit of food hit the right note, chicken was crispy, hot and perfectly seasoned, drinks were varied and well made. Mac and cheese with brisket is a must ! Service was extremely courteous and attentive.
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Jeremy
VIP
Greater Boston
10 reviews
1.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Rude host, inattentive service and decent food in a loud space. No need to come back here.
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Kam
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My work family and I came here for our last night in Boston! And what a great experience we had! From the time we arrived and walked into the awesome ambiance to our server Edward (who provided great service with a smile) to the waitresses that brought out our decadent and delicious food! Like EVERYTHING was so tasty! The drinks were not only beautiful, but super delish! Thank you for the experience! We will be back!
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FAQs

Buttermilk & Bourbon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 266-1122.

Buttermilk & Bourbon is rated 4.5 stars by 3442 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 83 times today

Order delivery or takeout

160 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dartmouth Street
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking, Back Bay Station Garage
Public transit
Green Line: CopleyOrange Line: Back Bay Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Santos
Entertainment
3 different rooms designed to give the ambiance of the many energies in New Orleans, our fresh & bright Garden District; elegant French Quarters room with reclaimed church pews and arched wooden ceilings; Voodoo lounge filled with mystery & cocktails. As well as our Bourbon Street area with a la carte raw bar and Hurricane's on draft. Warm weather brings out patio & outdoor lounge, perfect for warm days, beignets and people watching. All while the best of NOLA Jazz plays in the background.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.buttermilkbourbon.com/
Phone number
(617) 266-1122
Private party facilities
Throw an unforgettable event New Orleans style! We offer semi-private and private space in one of our 3 rooms, or book all 3! We have a massive patio for semi-private & private functions as well.

Buttermilk & Bourbon

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Biscuits & Gravy

Pulled BBQ Chicken

Fresh Fried Beignets

Raw Bar

Oysters of the Day*$3.00

Lemon Shandy Poached U-12 Peel & Eat Shrimp Cocktail$4.50

Simple Roasted Mushroom Toast$12.00

Memphis Style Baby Back Ribs$14.00

Cajun Grilled Swordfish*$15.00

2 Fried Chicken Sliders$14.00

Pulled Pork Croquettes$8.00

Boiled Peanut Hummus$10.00

Nashville Hot Alligator Fries$14.00

House Special Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Featured Items

B&B Fish Battered Catfish$14.00

Crawfish Étouffée Hand Pies$11.00

½ Dozen Roasted Oysters$19.00

New Orleans BBQ Shrimp$15.00

2 Prime Burger Sliders*$10.00

Roasted Jalapeño Mac & Cheese$14.00

Baby Kale Salad$10.00

Wedge Salad$11.00

Caramelized Sweet Potatoes$8.00

Red Onion Braised Beef Cheek$16.00

Maplebrook Farms Burrata$18.00

Dessert

Fresh Fried Beignets$10.00

Soft Serve of the Day$5.00

Sticky Toffee Biscuit Bread Pudding$10.00

Fresh Fruit Shortcake$10.00

Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Buttermilk & Bourbon offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Buttermilk & Bourbon restaurant rated?

Is Buttermilk & Bourbon currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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