The Berkeley - Boston

4.4

11 Reviews

$30 and under

French American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals
Great for outdoor dining

The Berkeley, Boston's newest bistro and wine bar at Hotel AKA Back Bay, offers the perfect setting for post-work gatherings, special occasions, or a relaxing meal outdoors. Now open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, The Berkeley presents French-inspired fare with a touch of New England, crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Complement your dining experience with expertly crafted cocktails or a selection from our curated wine list. Join us every Friday from 6 PM to 9 PM for live music, enhancing your evening with the perfect ambiance.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 532-3827
Website
http://www.theberkeleyboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Stuart St.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Express Lunch at The Berkeley
Multiple dates available
Take a mid-day break to recharge and enjoy a perfectly portioned lunch at The Berkeley. Choose from our selection of soup, salad, and a half sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie for later. Served promptly, so you can make the most of your lunch hour. Available Monday through Friday, dine-in only.
Thanksgiving at The Berkeley
$20.00 - $50.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 28, 2024 only
This Thanksgiving. enjoy a dining experience that blends tradition and culinary excellence. Begin with a beautiful assortment of chef-curated stations, perfectly complementing your choice of plated entree. To view the menu, please visit: theberkeleyboston.com $140 per adult, $50 per child (under 12). A deposit of $50 per adult and $20 per child is required at purchase and will be applied to the final bill. Cancellations must be made at least 5 days in advance for a refund.
Unwind at The Berkeley
Multiple dates available
Unwind at The Berkeley with our exclusive After-Work Menu—featuring an elevated take on your favorite bar bites. It’s the perfect way to recharge after a productive day. Available Monday through Friday, 4-7 PM.

Offers

Live Music Fridays at The Berkeley
Multiple dates available
Fri - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Elevate your Friday nights at The Berkeley with live music that sets the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Performances will take place on The Berkeley's bar-side terrace, weather permitting, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis—no reservations required. September 20th Artists: Chris Gardino and Zahra Lux September 27th Artists: Wendy Lucas and Chris Gardino

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Great for outdoor dining
Boston
Great for outdoor dining

11 Reviews

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Jennifer
Chicago
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The he food was excellent and service impeccable! I would absolutely go here again.
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Philipp
Greater Boston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Restaurant closed!!! Only bar open! I got a reservation reminder 20min prior to the reserved time and when we arrived they told us, its closed.
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Julie
Greater Boston
81 reviews
4.0
81 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent. Server felt like he was rushing us even though barely anyone else there (we werent holding up a table). Great value.
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Patti
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and atmosphere. A great find in Boston for a nice dinner with friends.
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pascale
Greater Boston
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not well marked … entrance odd Food ok but not as shown online Service ok
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Amy
New Orleans
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed our experience. Was hesitant after reading pervious reviews but it appears that they have worked out the kinks.
The Berkeley - BostonResponded on October 30, 2024
Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience at The Berkeley - Boston. We're glad that you found our food and service to be up to the mark. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the oysters! So fresh! The waiter was also so sweet!
The Berkeley - BostonResponded on October 30, 2024
Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Service was fairly slow Espresso martini mediocre Food was mediocre and lacking proper plating. For example the sole fish came with 4 Pisces’s of asparagus served on a different plate . server also refused to allow substitutes for eg potato’s or another side in place of the asparagus
The Berkeley - BostonResponded on October 30, 2024
Thanks for the feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our food and service, so we're disappointed to hear that you found the food and service lacking. Your comments regarding the asparagus and potato substitutions have been noted. We will certainly use your feedback to improve our offerings.
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pia
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Bad food and drinks( we had brunch) Wait staff looked annoyed Very disappointing
The Berkeley - BostonResponded on October 30, 2024
We're extremely sorry to hear about your experience at The Berkeley. It's disappointing to know that our food and drinks didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a great experience, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. Your feedback about the service is also noted. We're continuously working on improving our service and your experience will be shared with our team. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and vibe. All of the staff were incredibly friendly. They even brought me out a cake for my birthday without us even asking.
The Berkeley - BostonResponded on October 30, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're overjoyed to hear that you had an incredible experience. It's great to know that our team made your birthday celebration special and that you enjoyed the food and vibe. We always strive to make our guests feel welcome and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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FAQs

The Berkeley - Boston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 532-3827.

The Berkeley - Boston is rated 4.4 stars by 11 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 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Stuart St.
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theberkeleyboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 532-3827

The Berkeley - Boston

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Express Lunch at The Berkeley

Thanksgiving at The Berkeley

Unwind at The Berkeley

Offers

Live Music Fridays at The Berkeley

Menu

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does The Berkeley - Boston offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Berkeley - Boston restaurant rated?

Is The Berkeley - Boston currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information