Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar

4.6

897 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Great for happy hour

Rail Stop offers contemporary New England cuisine, craft beer, the finest spirits with a barrel aged cocktail program, and an exceptional wine list.

Offering outdoor dining, private dining rooms and an expansive bar/lounge area.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 254-0044
Website
http://railstopboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
96 Guest St, Brighton, MA 02135
Neighborhood
Brighton
Parking details
Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar is located at 96 Guest St in Brighton, MA. Parking is available off-street as well as at the parking garage in the adjacent Warrior Ice Arena at 90 Guest St. If you park at the ice arena, we will validate your ticket for a reduced rate of $5 after 5pm. The parking garage for the Ice Arena is located at the rear of the building and should be accessed via the Service Road that runs parallel to the MA Turnpike.
Public transit
Access to the Service Road is to the left (west) of 90 Guest St. or the right (east) of the New Balance World Headquarters Building.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Barrel Aged Cocktail Class
Feb 4, 2025 only
Discover the art of barrel-aging at Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar with High West Distillery! Join us for a hands-on class where you'll craft your own signature cocktail using premium High West spirits. Guided by a master mixologist, you'll learn the secrets of blending flavors and the magic of barrel-aging. Customize your cocktail with a variety of house-made bar syrups & bitters, and prepare it in your very own mini American white oak barrel. Let your signature cocktail age to perfection here at Rail Stop for six weeks & come back on March 18th to pick up your cocktail and take it home! This interactive experience is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts & curious beginners alike. $75 Per person, MA state tax not included. This event is 21+

Popular dishes

Oysters | Half Dozen$18.00
House Made Cocktail Sauce / Horseradish / Mignonette / Fresh Lemon
Oysters | Dozen$36.00
House Made Cocktail Sauce / Horseradish / Mignonette / Fresh Lemon
Poke Nachos$19.00
Wonton Chips / Fresno Chili Peppers / Wakame / Avocado / Sesame Seeds / Red Onions / Cucumber / Spicy Mayo / Ponzu
Chef's Catch Ceviche | Market Price
Cherry Belle Radish / Onions / Cilantro / Corn Tortilla Chips / Leche de Tigre
Shrimp Cocktail $25.00
House Made Cocktail Sauce / Lemon
Lobster Cocktail $19.00
House Made Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

Starters

Selection of Warm Artisanal Breads$10.00
House Made Honey Butter
Baby Back Ribs$16.00
48 Hour Brine, Slow Roasted, Chipotle Glaze
Burrata$23.00
Olives, Arugula, Cured Meats, Fresh Figs, Toasted Walnuts, Crostini, Balsamic Glaze
Lump Crab Cake$23.00
ump Crab Meat, Roasted Red Peppers, Herbs, Spicy Rémoulade, Frisée Salad, Pickled Onions, Lemon Wedge
Meatball Al Forno $15.00
Ground Beef & Veal, Hot Italian Sausage, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella
Parmesan Herb Arancini $15.00
Carnaroli Rice, Marinara, Shaved Parmesan
Spicy Point Judith Calamari Fritti$17.00
Spicy Rémoulade, Cherry Peppers, Lemon Wedge
Blistered Shishito Peppers $12.00
Soy Chili, Sesame Seeds
Queso Fundido$16.00
Mozzarella, Gouda, Monterey Jack, Cream Cheese, Chorizo, Onions, Poblanos, Queso Fresco, Corn Tortilla Chips, Warmed Tortillas
Fried Pickles$12.00
Chipotle Aioli
Short Rib Spring Rolls$18.00
Carrots, Pickled Red Cabbage, Sweet Chili Soy, Spicy Aioli
Crispy Chicken Wings $16.00
24-Hour Brine, Roasted, Flash-Fried | Tossed in Your Choice of Sweet Chili Soy, Buffalo, or BBQ
Fried Chicken Bites $16.00
Battered Chicken Breast, Deep Fried | Tossed in Your Choice of Sweet Chili Soy, Buffalo, or BBQ
Pizza Genovese $18.00
Nut Free Pesto, Kalamata Olives, Peppadew Peppers, Red Onions, Baby Tomatoes
Pizza Fig & Prosciutto Di Parma$18.00
Gorgonzola, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula, Balsamic
Pizza Margherita $17.00
ced Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato Basil Sauce, Balsamic Reduction
Pizza Buffalo Chicken$18.00
Grilled Chicken, Red Onions, Mozzarella, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Chives

Soup & Salad

Butternut Bisque | Cup$6.00
Maple Creme, Apple Chip
Butternut Bisque | Bowl$10.00
Maple Creme, Apple Chip
Soup Du Jour | Market Price
Please ask your server for today’s selection
New England Clam Chowder | Cup$7.00
Local Clams, Potatoes, Smoked Bacon
New England Clam Chowder | Bowl$11.00
Local Clams, Potatoes, Smoked Bacon
Baby Greens$11.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onions, Feta, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$13.00
Garlic Herb Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, House Made Caesar Dressing
Sesame Chicken Salad $21.00
Romaine Lettuce, Carrots, Radicchio, Asian Pears, Wonton Strips, Scallions, Sesame Dressing
Beet Carpaccio Salad$15.00
Chèvre, Candied Walnuts, Mâche Greens, Pomegranate Seeds, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Harvest Salad$14.00
Baby Greens, Crispy Red Apples, Toasted Pecans, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Cranberries, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Maple Vinaigrette

Breakfast

Build Your Own Omelette$12.00
Three Eggs, Cheddar, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of Toast | + $2: Bacon, Ham, Sausage, Mushrooms | + $1: Red & Green Peppers, Onions, Spinach, Feta
Fried Chicken & Waffle$17.00
Buttermilk Breaded Chicken Breast, Hot Honey, Vermont Maple Syrup
Short Rib Hash$17.00
Skillet of Two Eggs Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes, Onions, Choice of Toast
Brioche French Toast$14.00
Vermont Maple Syrup | Add Blueberries, Chocolate Chips, or Bananas $1.50 Each
Ricotta Pancakes$13.00
Vermont Maple Syrup | Add Blueberries, Chocolate Chips or Bananas $1.50 Each
Huevos Rancheros$18.00
Two Eggs Any Style, Fried Black Beans, Chorizo, Avocado, Crema, Pico de Gallo, Enchilada Salsa, Breakfast Potatoes, Crispy Corn Tortillas
Steak Tips & Eggs$21.00
Black Angus Sirloin, Two Eggs Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of Toast
Lumberjack Breakfast$17.00
Three Eggs Any Style, French Toast, Choice of Sausage or Bacon
Lobster & Eggs Benedict$19.00
Two Poached Eggs, Cape Ann Lobster, Grilled English Muffin, Hollandaise, Breakfast Potatoes, Mixed Greens
All American$18.00
Two Eggs Any Style, Bacon, Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, Ricotta Pancake, Vermont Maple Syrup, Choice of Toast
Açaí Berry Bowl$13.00
Açaí Berry Sorbet, Mixed Berries, Bananas, Kiwi, Fresh Granola
Croque Madame$19.00
Smoked Ham, Béchamel, Gruyère Cheese, Two Eggs Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes
Mexican Eggs Benedict$17.00
Two Poached Eggs, Smoked Chorizo, Avocado, English Muffin, Hollandaise Sauce, Breakfast Potatoes, Mixed Greens
Crepes$14.00
Bananas, Strawberries, Nutella, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Powdered Sugar
Coconut & Banana French Toast$15.00
Coconut Crusted French Toast, Whipped Cream, Caramel Sauce
Mixed Berry Belgian Waffle$15.00
Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, Whipped Cream

Breakfast Extras

Two Eggs Any Style$4.00
Grilled English Muffin or Toast$2.00
Pancake$5.00
Belgian Waffle$12.00
French Toast (2)$9.00
Seasonal Fruit$7.00
Bacon $4.00
Sausage $4.00
Ham$4.00
Breakfast Potatoes$7.00
Greek Yogurt & Granola$6.00

Sandwiches

Buttermilk Fried Chicken$19.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Sliced Avocado, Cheddar, Green Apple Slaw, Spicy Aioli, Toasted Brioche | Available with Grilled Chicken
Lobster Roll | Market Price
Butter Poached Cape Ann Lobster, Lettuce, House Made Dressing, Pickled Red Onions, Toasted Brioche, Steak Fries
Caprese & Avocado Toast $16.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil, Balsamic Reduction, Avocado Spread, Whole Grain Toast, Hand-Cut Fries
Brighton French Dip$19.00
Swiss Cheese, Horseradish Cream, Caramelized Onions, Arugula, Au Jus, Baguette
Breakfast Burrito $15.00
Eggs, House Sausage, Guacamole, Pepper Jack Cheese, Tomatillo Salsa, Corn & Black Bean Salsa, Breakfast Potatoes
Falafel$16.00
Tzatziki Sauce, Cucumbers, Tomato, Feta, Pickled Red Onions, Grilled Pita, Hand-Cut Fries
Brunch Burger$18.00
8 oz. Black Angus Beef, Pepper Jack Cheese, Guacamole, Bacon, Fried Egg, Toasted Brioche, Hand-Cut Fries
Salmon Burger $19.00
Spicy Rémoulade, Arugula, Tomato, Haas Avocado, Toasted Brioche, Hand-Cut Fries
Rail Stop Burger $18.00
Cheddar, Tomato Jam, Caramelized Onion Aioli, House Made Bread & Butter Pickles, Toasted Brioche, Hand-Cut Fries | Add Egg: Sunny Side Up $1.50
Bacon & Bleu Burger$19.00
Blackened Beef Patty, Smoked Bacon, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Caramelized Onions | Add Egg: Sunny Side Up $1.50
Grilled Chicken Pesto $18.00
Nut Free Pesto, Arugula, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Chipotle Sauce, Ciabatta
Grilled Ham & Cheese$16.00
Smoked Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Texas Toast, Butternut Bisque

What 897 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere and a diverse menu that delights patrons with standout dishes like "outstanding" scallops and calamari. Guests rave about "awesome" servers and a welcoming vibe, perfect for pre-concert dinners. While service can be slow at times, the "great food" ensures a satisfying dining experience.

897 Reviews

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Marla
Greater Boston
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We went to brunch and there was a dj - which we didn’t know before making the reservation. Our waiter was.. inexperienced and that made ordering frustrating. Food was great, everything else wasn’t so great.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
Although we're happy that our delicious cuisine pleased you, Marla, it's disheartening that other aspects of your visit fell short of the excellence for which we're known. Your comments will be used to see where retraining is needed. Please allow us a second chance to make a better impression.
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Aimee
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was very disappointed in the artisanal bread that you have to order and pay extra for was very, very burnt. We also ordered the fried chicken bites, which were dry, and what I am assuming was blue cheese was watered down to the point of being embarrassing. However, our meals and cocktail orders were delicious.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 13, 2024
Thank you for choosing the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar for your recent outing, Aimee! We apologize for the items that were not up to our usual high standards, and our team would have been happy to replace those for you. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your entrees and drinks, and we hope to welcome you back soon so we can work to earn that fifth star!
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Denis
Greater Boston
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a bite and a drink before a concert. Food comes quick but it’s both good and hot. Excellent drink selection, reasonable prices.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2024
We're thrilled that you enjoyed our fresh, delicious fare, Denis! Thank you for sharing your excellent review of the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar. It would be our pleasure to serve you again soon!
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Shannon
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent, very quick and service was very good!
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2024
Shannon, we can't ask for better praise! Thanks so much for visiting us at the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar. We hope you'll stop in again for another memorable meal!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Atmosphere was great drinks were great service was good appetizers delicious particularly the calamari and the truffle fries. Yum! The entrées were so so would try again if in the area.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2024
At the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar, we're known for serving fresh, perfectly prepared dishes, and your wonderful feedback made our day! Thank you for giving us your four-star score. We'd love to welcome you back soon so you can find more menu favorites!
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Bethany
Greater Boston
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We eat here frequently with friends. The service is always friendly (and patient when we are too busy talking to look at the menu). The menu has something for everyone. The cocktail list is especially nice.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2024
Bethany, we love seeing familiar faces come through our doors! Thank you for sharing your fantastic feedback about our attentive team and delicious fare. Please stop in again soon for more lasting memories at the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar!
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Lisa
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, ambience and especially service and all staff!! Very friendly and helpful!!
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 6, 2024
Thank you, Lisa! We’re so glad you enjoyed our delicious dining and the friendly service from our team. It means a lot to know we made your visit special. We can’t wait to welcome you back to the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar!
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Amy
Greater Boston
70 reviews
vip
4.0
70 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We’ll be back. Good cocktail list, wide range of food offerings. It’s pretty loud.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on November 5, 2024
Thank you for visiting us at the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar, Amy! It's wonderful to hear that our creative cocktail and dinner menus impressed you. Our team will discuss your feedback about the noise level, and when you return, we hope to earn that fifth star!
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Christopher
Greater Boston
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great space and atmosphere. Food is consistently good. Can never go wrong with Rail Stop.
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
Earning your praise means the world to us, Christopher! Thank you for your kind remarks about our welcoming environment and tasty fare. We look forward to seeing you again soon at the Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar!
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EMDe
Greater Boston
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
To our surprise, everything we ordered was bland. We got salad, steak, scampi and shishito peppers and every single thing needed salt. No seasoning on anything. Lastly we got the skillet cookie which came out in under 5 min. It was not good. You could tell it was baked and cooled prior and they just popped it in the oven to warm up the skillet. The cookie was rock hard and cold. Would have been elite if they spent the time actually baking it fresh for 10-15 min. Service was great! Front staff member was so kind and our server was awesome!
Rail Stop Restaurant & BarResponded on October 23, 2024
As you know, satisfaction is very important to us and we regret that your recent visit fell short of that aim. Please reach out to us directly so we can fully address your concerns. We look forward to connecting with you soon, and we hope to have another opportunity to restore your trust in us.
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FAQs

Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 254-0044.

Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 897 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar

96 Guest St, Brighton, MA 02135

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Brighton
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar is located at 96 Guest St in Brighton, MA. Parking is available off-street as well as at the parking garage in the adjacent Warrior Ice Arena at 90 Guest St. If you park at the ice arena, we will validate your ticket for a reduced rate of $5 after 5pm. The parking garage for the Ice Arena is located at the rear of the building and should be accessed via the Service Road that runs parallel to the MA Turnpike.
Public transit
Access to the Service Road is to the left (west) of 90 Guest St. or the right (east) of the New Balance World Headquarters Building.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://railstopboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 254-0044

Rail Stop Restaurant & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Barrel Aged Cocktail Class

Burrata Caprese

Harvest Salad

Caesar Salad

Raw Bar

Oysters | Half Dozen$18.00

Oysters | Dozen$36.00

Poke Nachos$19.00

Chef's Catch Ceviche | Market Price

Shrimp Cocktail $25.00

Lobster Cocktail $19.00

Starters

Selection of Warm Artisanal Breads$10.00

Baby Back Ribs$16.00

Burrata$23.00

Lump Crab Cake$23.00

Meatball Al Forno $15.00

Parmesan Herb Arancini $15.00

Spicy Point Judith Calamari Fritti$17.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers $12.00

Queso Fundido$16.00

Fried Pickles$12.00

Short Rib Spring Rolls$18.00

Crispy Chicken Wings $16.00

Fried Chicken Bites $16.00

Pizza Genovese $18.00

Pizza Fig & Prosciutto Di Parma$18.00

Pizza Margherita $17.00

Pizza Buffalo Chicken$18.00

Soup & Salad

Butternut Bisque | Cup$6.00

Butternut Bisque | Bowl$10.00

Soup Du Jour | Market Price

New England Clam Chowder | Cup$7.00

New England Clam Chowder | Bowl$11.00

Baby Greens$11.00

Caesar Salad$13.00

Sesame Chicken Salad $21.00

Beet Carpaccio Salad$15.00

Harvest Salad$14.00

Breakfast

Build Your Own Omelette$12.00

Fried Chicken & Waffle$17.00

Short Rib Hash$17.00

Brioche French Toast$14.00

Ricotta Pancakes$13.00

Huevos Rancheros$18.00

Steak Tips & Eggs$21.00

Lumberjack Breakfast$17.00

Lobster & Eggs Benedict$19.00

All American$18.00

Açaí Berry Bowl$13.00

Croque Madame$19.00

Mexican Eggs Benedict$17.00

Crepes$14.00

Coconut & Banana French Toast$15.00

Mixed Berry Belgian Waffle$15.00

Breakfast Extras

Two Eggs Any Style$4.00

Grilled English Muffin or Toast$2.00

Pancake$5.00

Belgian Waffle$12.00

French Toast (2)$9.00

Seasonal Fruit$7.00

Bacon $4.00

Sausage $4.00

Ham$4.00

Breakfast Potatoes$7.00

Greek Yogurt & Granola$6.00

Sandwiches

Buttermilk Fried Chicken$19.00

Lobster Roll | Market Price

Caprese & Avocado Toast $16.00

Brighton French Dip$19.00

Breakfast Burrito $15.00