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Address:
15 Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116

Neighborhood:
Back Bay

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $30 and under

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The Café at Taj Boston Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.tajhotels.com/boston
Email: tbrestaurant.boston@tajhotels.com
Phone: (617) 598-5255
Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Monday - Friday, 6:30am – 11:00am Lunch: Monday – Friday, 11:30am – 2:30pm Dinner: Sunday – Thursday, 5:30pm – 10:00pm; Friday & Saturday, 5:30pm – 11:00pm Brunch: Saturday & Sunday, 7am – 2:30pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Chef Michael Mandato
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Special Events & Promotions: Taj Boston Wine Dinners are held on the last Thursday of each month. The evening begins with a reception in the Wine Cellar @ 6:30 pm, followed by a 4-course dinner in the Cafe. $65++ per person. Reservations required. 48 hour notice cancellation for no charge.

Getting there

Cross Street: Newbury Street
Public Transit: Green Line - Arlington
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: There is also metered parking and garages on nearby streets (Newbury Street, Boylston Street).

A word from The Café at Taj Boston

A Boston landmark for over 55 years, its wall of windows overlooks the bustle of Newbury Street. Executive Chef Michael Mandato and his culinary team have launched new seasonal menus reflecting classic favorites with appealing surprises. The fresh New England flavors are accented by a subtle… blending of Italian and French influences. The new raw bar offers a mouth-watering selection of oysters, lobster, and more. The Café’s daily Table d’Hôte Menu is created to tantalize and introduce new dining experiences. Continued

The Café at Taj Boston

4.0

38 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch

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39 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

39 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

special occasion(19)
great for lunch(12)
romantic(12)

fit for foodies(9)
scenic view(8)
notable wine list(6)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (39)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

While the hotel is renovating

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Dined on 04/12/2012

2004

Dined on 04/12/2012

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"While the hotel is renovating the restaurant they are serving in a ballroom, which isn't too cozy but pretty. The food selections are ample but when it comes to the wine selections, they're limited and quite pricey."

Dined on 04/12/2012

2004

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Pleasant except for the dowdy

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Dined on 04/07/2012

2008

Dined on 04/07/2012

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Pleasant except for the dowdy space. Perhaps the Cafe will be better when the new space opens."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2008

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Breakfast was great-- especially

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/26/2012

2005

Dined on 03/26/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Breakfast was great-- especially the French toast. Service was wonderful."

Dined on 03/26/2012

2005

Special Features: great for brunch

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We went there for lunch. Food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/19/2012

2005

Dined on 03/19/2012

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We went there for lunch. Food was pretty good. However, the waiter was rude and curt. There were only a few parties having lunch. Yet, service was really slow. We didn't finish our lunch til an hour and a half later. Go here if you have time for a leisure lunch."

Dined on 03/19/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Taj Mahal !

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/18/2012

2006

Dined on 03/18/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We went for Sunday brunch and it was most enjoyable, location is great service was old world style and food was excellent. Manager and staff were very attentive. Since I am English the Indian dishes on the menu were a welcome surprise."

Dined on 03/18/2012

2006

Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

nice place for lunch

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Dined on 03/20/2012

2011

Dined on 03/20/2012

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"nice place for lunch during restaurant week. Good food on the menu...service is great!"

Dined on 03/20/2012

2011

Special Features: great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent Indian cuisine and

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Dined on 03/05/2012

2004

Dined on 03/05/2012

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Excellent Indian cuisine and service but I kept thinking the space needs to be updated -- has old-world charm but even keeping with this style should be refreshed."

Dined on 03/05/2012

2004

Special Features: great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ok food but over priced.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/12/2012

2009

Dined on 02/12/2012

2009

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"People who took the reservation in phone was friendly. The service during the meal is ok. The price is over the quality of the food."

Dined on 02/12/2012

2009

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The cioppina was rather salty.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/03/2012

2008

Dined on 02/03/2012

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The cioppina was rather salty. The soup base was a bit too creamy tomato taste rather than straight chopped tomato taste and needed some sort of spice such as fresh basil, italian parsley, orange peel or crushed red pepper for contrast and interest. One nickel sized lobster piece in my portion but did have good shrimp in there. Too many potatoes (I had about 4-5 half baby potatoes in my bowl) which initially masqueraded as seafood pieces and diluted the taste.(it became more of a potatoe soup) Probably would not recommend this dish to someone who likes mediterranean seafood dishes. The citrus cake was good."

Dined on 02/03/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great table overlooking Newbury

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/31/2012

2010

Dined on 01/31/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great table overlooking Newbury Street; gracious ambiance of the old Ritz Carlton; fast, courteous service; superb food. This place is an under advertised gem!"

Dined on 01/31/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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The Café at Taj Boston Reviews

Father's Day Specials & Menus
Sunday, June 17, 2012›
Make your Dad's Day at Taj Boston with brunch or dinner in the Cafe!
Three Course Prix Fixe Meal for $38.00
All week 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM›
Three Course Prix Fixe Meal for $38.00. Excludes Tax and Tip. $33 for 2-courses. Menu changes weekly. Served until 11p Fri & Sat. Offer valid May 10, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Two Course Prix Fixe Meal for $23.00
All week 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM›
Two Course Prix Fixe Meal for $23.00. Excludes Tax and Tip. Menu changes weekly. 3-course menu available for $28. Offer valid May 10, 2012 - July 31, 2012
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