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Branch Line, Watertown, MA

Branch Line

4.7
4.7
2583 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Hi Friends!

Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality.

Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.

The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 420-1900
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
  • Neighbourhood
    Watertown
  • Cross Street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,583 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Branch Line offers an inviting dining experience with consistently "great food and excellent service." Guests rave about the "outstanding" Piri Piri chicken and the delightful outdoor patio setting. The atmosphere is "fun and relaxing," making it a perfect spot for celebrations. While the noise level can vary, the friendly staff and flavorful dishes ensure a memorable visit.

2,583 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good but the service was slow and the server lost one of our credit cards after swiping (and was less than apologetic).

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  2. Heather

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent brunch. Great options for both breakfast and lunch folks. Service was perfect, space bright and cozy, food and beverages delish! Highly recommend!!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Julia

    Greater Boston

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff is very accommodating and food and drinks were outstanding! From salad and starters to fish, chicken, ribs - everything had great flavor and was really enjoyable. We’ll definitely come back!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. lisa

    Greater Boston

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered the squid app and ricotta and snap pea salad, both very good. The stripped bass was excellent and fresh, except it seasoning was too salty. The burger and Cioppino were both very good. We sat outdoors and was seated against the plastic wall curtain and it was too cold and the waitstaff moved us to an interior table. Our drinks were great. Next time I’ll sit indoors.

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  5. Andrei

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience there. Wonderful friendly professional waiters, gorgeous venue and excellent food ( esp rotisserie chicken)

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Deb

    Greater Boston

    21 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Spicy crab bucatini was not good the way it usually is. I brought family there to try this dish on a Tuesday night 11-26 and it was terrible. We did eat it but why is it not consistent with the way it’s made on a weekend night? Rest of our meals were fine.

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  7. Luis

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an awesome food and service experience. The chicken is a must.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Robert

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff are amazing, the food excellent, the ambiance great. They are especially kind to children. We like to sit in the outdoor heated "tent." This is our favorite restaurant in the region -- we eat here often.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fabulous as always!!!! I brought a friend, and she loved it.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great team. Nick, the bartender, is awesome! Made an incredible off menu cocktail that was honestly one of the best drinks I’ve ever had! We’ve gone to Branchline for YEARS and order takeout as well, but our new favorite thing is date night sitting at the bar!

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Branch Line offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 420-1900.

Branch Line is rated 4.7 stars by 2583 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Branch Line

321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Watertown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 420-1900
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
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