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Grill 23 & Bar, Boston, MA

Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
4.8
8677 Reviews
$50 and over
Steak

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2+ people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 115 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
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
  • Website
    http://www.grill23.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116
  • 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.<br />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

Menu

Wagyu

  • StriploinUS$56.00

    Striploin, Grade A5, 2oz, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan

    Raw Bar

    • Shrimp CocktailUS$30.00

      • Local OystersUS$28.00

        • Shellfish SamplerUS$95.00

          shrimp, oysters, lobster, crab cocktail, salmon tartare

          • Jumbo Lump Crab SaladUS$31.00

            cucumber vinaigrette, avocado, spring onion

            • Tuna TartareUS$30.00

              chili kewpie, avocado, cucumber, black garlic, crispy vermicelli

              • Lobster TailUS$32.00

                • CaviarUS$0.00

                  rotating selection, traditional accompaniments

                  • MKTUS$0.00

                Appetizers

                • Caesar SaladUS$20.00

                  romaine, white anchovy, parmesan crouton

                  • Greek SaladUS$19.00

                    cucumber, cherry tomato, kalamata olive, feta, herb vinaigrette

                    • Wedge SaladUS$24.00

                      blue cheese ranch, backyard farms tomatoes, north country bacon, shallots, fourme d'ambert cheese

                      • French Onion SoupUS$16.00

                        sweet onions, gruyere

                        • Crab CakesUS$28.00

                          calabrian chili aioli, grilled lemon

                          • Fried Calamari Fra DiavoloUS$24.00

                            cherry peppers, pickled fennel

                            • American Kobe Steak TartareUS$27.00

                              salt and vinegar chips, quail egg, lamb's lettuce

                              • Lobster BisqueUS$25.00

                                sherry crème fraîche, chives

                                Entree

                                • Atlantic HalibutUS$55.00

                                  crispy new potatoes, tomato salad, horseradish & red pepper purée

                                  • Barbecue Spiced SalmonUS$46.00

                                    tomato sofrito, grilled asparagus

                                    • Prime MeatloafUS$38.00

                                      spinach, mashed potatoes, burgundy jus

                                      • Roasted Heritage ChickenUS$41.00

                                        sweet corn & chorizo risotto, arugula pistou

                                        • Steak FritesUS$40.00

                                          8 ounce prime bavette, parmesan frites, béarnaise

                                          A la Carte

                                          • 100 Day Aged Prime RibeyeUS$90.00

                                            • 18ozUS$90.00

                                          • Dry Aged Prime New YorkUS$92.00

                                            • 14ozUS$92.00

                                          • American Kobe Cap SteakUS$116.00

                                            • 10ozUS$116.00

                                          • Striploin Grade A5 WagyuUS$170.00

                                            • 6ozUS$170.00

                                          • Prime PorterhouseUS$147.00

                                            • 32ozUS$147.00

                                          • Filet MignonUS$69.00

                                            • 10ozUS$69.00

                                          • Prime New YorkUS$76.00

                                            • 14ozUS$76.00

                                          • Dry Aged TomahawkUS$184.00

                                            • 32ozUS$184.00

                                          • Swordfish TogarashiUS$55.00

                                            • 10ozUS$55.00

                                          • Yellowfin TunaUS$57.00

                                            pistachio, grapefruit, basil

                                            • Steamed LobsterUS$76.00

                                              • 2lbUS$76.00

                                            Additions

                                            • Truffle ButterUS$9.00

                                              • BéarnaiseUS$7.00

                                                • Au PoivreUS$7.00

                                                  Brandy Peppercorn Cream

                                                  • Grill 23 Steak SauceUS$6.00

                                                    • Horseradish CremaUS$6.00

                                                      • Hudson Valley Foie GrasUS$22.00

                                                        • Lobster TailUS$32.00

                                                          • Grilled ShrimpUS$30.00

                                                            • Oscar StyleUS$32.00

                                                              asparagus, lump crab, béarnaise

                                                              Sides

                                                              • Roasted AsparagusUS$17.00

                                                                garlic aioli, montreal spice

                                                                • Sautéed MushroomsUS$20.00

                                                                  roasted garlic, herbs, madeira

                                                                  • Mac N' CheeseUS$19.00

                                                                    vermont cheddar

                                                                    • LobsterUS$34.00

                                                                  • Taleggio Creamed SpinachUS$17.00

                                                                    pancetta crumbs

                                                                    • Grill 23 TotsUS$19.00

                                                                      truffle oil

                                                                      • Crispy Hash BrownUS$21.00

                                                                        sea salt, chives

                                                                        • Sautéed SpinachUS$16.00

                                                                          garlic, olive oil

                                                                          • Mashed PotatoesUS$17.00

                                                                            sour cream, black pepper

                                                                            • Baked PotatoUS$19.00

                                                                              bacon crumble, sour cream cheddar cheese sauce, chives

                                                                              Last updated: November 23, 2023

                                                                              What 8,677 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

                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                              Loved For

                                                                              • Greater Boston

                                                                                Steak

                                                                              • Greater Boston

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                Great for fine wines

                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                Steak

                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              Review summary

                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                              Grill 23 & Bar is Boston's premier steakhouse offering "the best steak dinner in town" with an impressive wine list. Guests rave about "exceptional service" and a "lively and elegant atmosphere." It's the go-to spot for special occasions, and while it may be pricey, it's "worth every penny" for a memorable experience.

                                                                              8,677 Reviews

                                                                              1. Tara

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                Dined today

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                What a great way to celebrate all the succeses of so many great people!!

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                                                                              2. Rachel

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                We had such an amazing experience and we will be back. Paul and Matheus were awesome. Service and food were impeccable. The food quality really is top notch

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                                                                              3. Hope

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Wonderful as always! Exceptional service and the meal was absolutely perfect!

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                                                                              4. Sharon

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                19 reviews

                                                                                4.0

                                                                                19 reviews

                                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                Overall, experience was good but to celebrate our special event, was not special. The food was too salty and the service was rushed. We've had better service during our prior visits.

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                                                                              5. Gail

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                8 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                8 reviews

                                                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Grill 23 has been here for decades, and they deserve to be. The wait staff is the best, food delicious and it is very comfortable. A neighborhood gem. One can tell that everybody is having a good time.
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                Thank you Gail! We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.

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                                                                              6. Leslie

                                                                                Orlando

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Grill 23 was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. Starting off with the host, who wished us a happy anniversary to our server, Misty, who was down to earth, funny, nice, and phenomenal at her job. The food was exceptional, from the carpaccio to the lobster mac & cheese, to the filet and the NY strip, to the chocolate cake. This was our first time visiting but definitely will not be our last.
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded 6 days ago
                                                                                Thank you Leslie! We look forward to your return. Nick Heilmann GM.

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                                                                              7. Jacqueline

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                69 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                2.0

                                                                                69 reviews

                                                                                Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                4. Ambience 2
                                                                                I regularly eat here and it’s great but tonight was a rather difficult and disappointing experience. The two of us were sat at a two top with a light dividing us. I had asked for a different table as I felt like I was dining with strangers at our table. I was told there was none, The people next to us were incredibly loud and it was hard to hear. The food was excellent, however, the server was never any to be found. We finished our bottle of wine and told her we were going to decide what to drink next. 25 minutes later we found another nearby waiter who went to go looking for our waitress. When she came back she never apologized, she just said “you didn’t want anything” we told her we did and we’re deciding but now after waiting 25 minutes we were all set. She never asked us if we wanted coffee or dessert and just assumed we wanted the check. Confused by the whole night we decided to leave and have a drink at the bar instead.
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded on November 17, 2024
                                                                                Good Afternoon Jacqueline, I am very sorry to hear this. We usually get stellar marks on service, so this is concerning. If you have a moment to call me, I would really appreciate it: 617.542.2255 Many thanks, Nick Heilmann GM

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                                                                              8. Kate

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                What a beautiful place to celebrate my husband’s 50th. The food and service was amazing.
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded on November 17, 2024
                                                                                Thank you Kate, We will pass on the compliments to the team. Nick Heilmann GM

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                                                                              9. David

                                                                                Greater Boston

                                                                                78 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                3.0

                                                                                78 reviews

                                                                                Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                I wasn’t feeling well so this may cloud my review but it was difficult with the 45 minute wait for our table when we had reserved well in advance. I had tried to delay the reservation from 6:45 PM to 7:00 PM, but there was nothing available, but then we waited 45 minutes anyway. Good food and they gave us a nice table though.
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded on November 17, 2024
                                                                                Sorry to hear about the wait David, It was a very busy evening. Please feel free to make your next reservation directly with me so we can assure everything goes perfectly. Nick Heilmann GM.

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                                                                              10. Olga

                                                                                London

                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                We enjoyed the dinner very much! It was a last moment reservation for my husband’s birthday and we were very much pleased with the choice. Very atmospheric and buzzy place, excellent food and attentive and warm service!
                                                                                Grill 23 & BarResponded on November 17, 2024
                                                                                Many thanks Olga, We'll be sharing your comments with the team today. 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 8677 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                              Make a reservation

                                                                              2+ people
                                                                              7:00 p.m.
                                                                              Booked 115 times today

                                                                              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
                                                                              • Website
                                                                                http://www.grill23.com/
                                                                              • 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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