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Grill 23 & Bar, Boston, MA

Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
4.8
8731 Reviews
$50 and over
Steak

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 87 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 542-2255
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Marcoux
  • Catering
    For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
  • Private party facilities
    Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049
  • Neighbourhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Green Line, Arlington T stop.Orange Line, Back Bay Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening at Grill 23 & Bar. Join us for an elegant dinner featuring premium steaks, live music, and a festive atmosphere that’s perfect for celebrating with loved ones or friends!

What 8,731 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Boston

    Steak

  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked

  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Boston

    Great for fine wines

  • Boston

    Steak

  • Boston

    Most Booked

  • Boston

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grill 23 & Bar offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic service" and top-quality steaks. Known as the "best steakhouse in Boston," it boasts a diverse menu, exquisite wine list, and an elegant ambiance. While some diners mention noise levels, the consistent praise for the food and staff make it a must-visit for special occasions.

8,731 Reviews
  1. william

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Holiday lunch menu was outstanding. Never disappoints
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you William, We appreciate and value your loyalty. See you next year. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  2. Patrick

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ll say it again — best restaurant in Boston. Thank you and Merry Christmas. The Christmas lunch is an outstanding tradition.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Patrick! Hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  3. Stephanie

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Acknowledgment of celebrating our special occasion was very much appreciated! Chris was very attentive! Overall value for a holiday lunch a bit much.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Stephanie! Nick Heilmann GM.

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  4. luke

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This place knows how to serve steaks. For that very reason, it can get crowded and loud, which does hurt the service a little. Id recommend the crab cakes + any steak + Coconut Cake.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Luke! Yes, a busy time of year. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  5. Meghan

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Boston and best steakhouse there is. Thank you as always!
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Meghan! Nick Heilmann GM.

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  6. william

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, extraordinary food, extraordinary service and the best holiday atmosphere anywhere, bar none…..
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you William! We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  7. Michael

    Vancouver

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent steakhouse full of vibe. Great wine list. A must do in Boston!!
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks a million Michael! Nick Heilmann GM.

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  8. Vincent

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow what a great meal, fantastic night out, amazing service by Ryan at the main bar. Will definitely be back, thanks for everything.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks Vincent! We'll pass on the compliments to Ryan. Nick Heilmann GM

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  9. Ilana

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beef carpaccio with fois gras and truffle was amazing, filet mignon was delicious. Atmosphere and service was high-class. I highly recommend!
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you Ilana, We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  10. Kristin

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our third year taking our parents to Grill 23 after the Holiday Pops concert and it is always just perfect! No where is the food as good, the service as impeccable, and the ambience so lovely! I cannot imagine going anywhere else.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Wow! Thanks Kristin. We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM

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FAQs

Grill 23 & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 542-2255.

Grill 23 & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 8731 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 87 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grill 23 & Bar

161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Green Line, Arlington T stop.Orange Line, Back Bay Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Marcoux
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 542-2255
  • Catering
    For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
  • Private party facilities
    Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049
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