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Don’t Tell Aunty, Boston, MA

Don’t Tell Aunty

3.9 (49)
$31 to $50
Gastro Pub
1080 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Lively
Don't Tell Aunty is a lively Indian gastropub in Boston’s Back Bay, located at 1080 Boylston St. Known for its bold flavors and playful ambiance, the restaurant serves creative twists on Indian classics, from Kerala fried chicken to rasam ramen. With vibrant décor, live music, and a unique cocktail selection—including South Indian coffee espresso martinis—this spot offers a fun and flavorful dining experience. Whether for a casual meal, late-night bites, or weekend brunch, Don't Tell Aunty brings together great food, drinks, and energy in a welcoming setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary Indian, Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 49 people are saying

Don’t Tell Aunty reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Don't Tell Aunty offers inventive Indian cuisine with a lively ambiance. Guests praise its "excellent food and ambience" and "creative fusion food entrees." The okra fries and cocktails are standout favorites. While some find the music too loud and portions small, the "friendly and attentive staff" enhance the experience.
49 Reviews
  1. Sumit

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    It was to loud to have a discussion with people at our table.

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  2. Erin

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this place, Great vibe! Music and decor was perfect and the food was absolutely delicious and authentic.

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  3. Iris

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Meh food, club vibes, nice staff. Maybe not my cup of tea

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  4. Mike VIP

    Indiana33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for a soft opening of a new restaurant. Food was great, enjoyed the ambiance and service was great once it came to the table. Really enjoyed it and the concept.

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  5. Lucille

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food started out great. Kristy kale and tots great! Totally delicious but not hot enough…in fact, that was the issue with all food….it just wasn’t hot. Also naan, which others ravesd about, Wasn’t cooked enough and lacked flavor. Sorry, has potential, but lacking in execution. Also drinks although pricey were very small and not great.

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  6. bonnie

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and ambience, we ate here before a concert and it was perfect. Ask your waiter for recommendations you won’t be disappointed

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  7. Muneer

    Alabama2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food could have been better. Music was a little too loud.

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  8. Thanasis VIP

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The place is a nightclub with food at night. The music is so loud that’s not even enjoyable to eat there. We were a group of 4 sitting at a table and it was difficult to converse with each other. The food was good though. I would go back for lunch but not for dinner.

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  9. Hiromi

    New York City8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was fun and delicious but the noise level even for a 6:45pm reservation was too clubby and loud. I get that the vide they're trying to create is a young, hip vibe but it was a little much

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  10. Robert

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great !! Food was quite different form any other Indian restaurant

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FAQs

Don’t Tell Aunty is rated 3.9 stars by 49 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Don’t Tell Aunty

1080 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary Indian, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Wine
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