B3 - Back Bay Beats

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   3 reviews

   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 12, 2018

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   Restaurant is out of business. Not sure why reservations are still being accepted. Huge disappointment

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   BarbaraV

   New York Area

   1 review

   vip
   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 10, 2018

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   The restaurant was closed when we went there for this reservation at the appointed time and day.

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   JayneO

   New England

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 8, 2018

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We loved trying this restaurant: the food was terrific, a good value, and the atmosphere was casual but sleek. Jazz musicians playing live were wonderful, though that made it a little challenging for conversation. We were sorry to hear they are closing! Seemed like a great spot to have right on Mass Ave near Berklee.

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   Categrace

   New England

   51 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   51 reviews

   Dined on November 3, 2018

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   We had a great supper at B3 before Symphony on Saturday. There was a great trio of Berklee students playing Argentine jazz and rock, the food was great (loved the tomato soup with cheddar croutons) and the cocktails were delicious. Have already recommended the spot to other people we know who like to grab dinner before Symphony. Such a perfect location!

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   3 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 3, 2018

   overall2food3service3ambience1

   Went Saturday at noon, was very empty, did not serve brunch.

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   yellowpony

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 2, 2018

   overall1food2service1ambience2

   came in, sat down and got ignored for 25 minutes despite trying to make signs with all the waiters passing by. Once finally noticed (after asking the hostess about what was going on) we were told that 'oh, I didn't realize you weren't served' and learned that all the food would now take too long to be cooked before our show would begin. The place looked lovely and the food on all the other tables looked great, but this experience ruined the anniversary date for us. It was a shame!

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   Serviceless

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2018

   overall3food4service2ambience3

   Good food, reasonably priced. However, service happens only sporadically. Waiters simply disappear from the floor for periods on end. We dined at B3 several times last winter and now again in the fall before Symphony concerts. We are not going back because the lack of trained wait staff and their cluelessness are just not worth the aggravation.

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8. J

   Jsquared

   New England

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2018

   overall3food4service2ambience4

   Fun spot if you want to hear live music while eating. Food was all very tasty, if a little on the expensive side (but, given the location, that's to be expected). Only downside for us was that the service was very slow. There weren't many staff working despite being Friday night. We hoped to grab a meal before an 8pm show, and while we had placed our orders by 6:30, we barely had time to finish our meals. Overall a good experience, but I hope they're able to iron out the staffing levels/service speed in the future.

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9. AR

   ARLfoodie

   New England

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2018

   overall5food4service4ambience5

   Even the live music was terrific! (And I generally can’t stand live music.)

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2018

    overall4food5service3ambience5

    Came here with friends for a casual weekday night dinner. It was a great experience overall. There was live harp music and it was not crowded so we could hear each other well. The food was tasty. There are a lot of small plate options. Did have some trouble with the bill because we were charged for a wine we never recieved (it was ordered but then we were informed they were out of it), but this was fixed once we informed staff.

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    kraken

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2018

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Good spot for dinner before a show at the Huntington Theater; they give 15% off to ticket holders. Prices are reasonable and the music was pleasant.

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    Faye

    New England

    27 reviews

    1.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2018

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    My husband and I had eaten here once before with moderate success, and were interested in trying it again. Big mistake. The server got the order wrong, which could have been dangerous, since I had asked her to omit an ingredient which I was allergic to, and she did not. Fortunately, I sent it back without eating it. Next problem was the kitchen's fault. In that case they left out one of the main ingredients to a dish.... if the menu says it contains eggs, ham and cheese, it's nice to include the ham.... we had to send that back as well. Some other glitches as well.... we won't be going back.

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    Evex3

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2018

    overall3food5service1ambience3

    The food is amazing, the presentation is gorgeous and the live music was terrific and just the right volume to enjoy but not be dominated by. Unfortunately, the waitstaff was overwhelmed, the kitchen was backed up and the food service/kitchen expediting was awful. I've had other good meals here so I'm hoping it was just an off night, but yikes. I hope they get it together bc so much is PERFECT about this restaurant.

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    KathyB

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2018

    overall2food3service1ambience3

    The kitchen messed up our group’s order before an event in the area (1 entree and 2 sides never arrived). Staff was inadequate to handle the pre-event rush. Management should be prepared for this given the proximity to Symphony Hall and Berklee Performance Center. Here’s hoping they figure it out. The food is adequate and reasonably priced. Live music is great if that’s what you’re there for, but it’s difficult to have a conversation while musicians are playing.

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    Mark

    New England

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Good food, setting, ambience. Great location to Berklee events. Only reason it's not a '5' is the live music is too loud to have a conversation.

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2018

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great food and live music!

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    Susan

    New England

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2018

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    If you're looking for live music with food and don't need to hear each other well, go here. The food was fine but not impressive enough to come back for on its own. The ribs and street corn were good... The fried zucchini blossoms were over battered and too oily - lost all delicate nature of the flowers. Didn't like the catfish much either. We were also seated right next to the band and played a game of "what did you say?" the entire meal.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2018

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Fun to have live music. Berklee students were very good. Too loud for dinner though. Food was ok. B- for the money. Service was the same.

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    DougBrendel

    New England

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2018

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    Nearly 20 minutes and nobody had come to our table with a menu or anything. We begged the hostess for water and a server; after 5 minutes she brought water. We finally had to leave - too hungry to stay! Never did see a server or a menu.

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    diner21

    New England

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    B3 has delicious food. courteous attentive service.

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21. RP

    RichardP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2018

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Service great, live music (Berklee Jazz program) featuring a very strong young guitar trio, food perfect for before-theater dinner.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2018

    overall5food5service3ambience5

    This restaurant is a real find! We went there because it was close to the Huntington Theater and we were seeing a show that night. I am very glad we chose this venue. The place is open and airy and well-lit. Very nicely appointed, too. The food was excellent -- I had the battered zucchini flowers appetizer and they were absolutely delicious. The menu also featured catfish, which is hard to find these days. It was in a cornbread batter and was cooked perfectly, moist and flavorful. Best of all, the cappuccino after dinner was HOT! Most restaurants serve lukewarm coffee at best. Our waitperson was personable and accommodating. She did seem to be new at waiting tables and there was some confusion about the bill, but our meals came out together and were hot, and that is the most important thing a waitperson can do! I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great meal in a lovely setting.

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23. DF

    DFFlyer

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2018

    overall3food2service4ambience4

    Food fine not great.

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    Allison

    New England

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    We loved the atmosphere, my boyfriend said his burger was one of the best he's ever had, and while we were a bit nervous about being seated near the band, they weren't loud at all - they covered very chill songs and my boyfriend and I were still able to carry a conversation without much trouble. My lamb chops had a nice flavor to them, and the side options were great (I went with the roasted mushrooms with no regret), but the meat was a tad dry. Also, I found the wine pour to be a bit stingy.

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25. PW

    PWAT

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food Nice portions Fair prices Beautiful live music

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    Veee

    New England

    42 reviews

    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Southern Fried Rice with collards and andouille sausage was a delicious and inventive approach for this dish. And, the heirloom tomato salad with cantaloupe was fantastic and refreshing. I'd return for those two dishes alone. Students providing entertainment the night I went were really good.

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27. LL

    LaurenL

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2018

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Well-priced for great quality. We were happy with everything we got! The hanger steak and lamb chops were fantastic. The crab cakes appetizer was amazing.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome food and great atmosphere. We ere very very impressed!

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    SaritaM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2018

    overall3food4service3ambience2

    When we first arrived it looked like no one worked there and we waited awhile to be noticed even though we had a reservation. The live music was uncomfortably loud, and I couldn't hear my date at all. Food was good but overpriced even for Boston.

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30. SC

    SarahC

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot! Food was amazing too. Atmosphere is chill with awesome music.

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31. K

    Kimsavsmth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great experience!! Just enough uniqueness to the meal to make it memorable.

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32. TB

    TomB

    New England

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2018

    overall5food5service3ambience5

    B3 has some AMAZING food (and cocktails). Girlfriend and I were trying this place for the first time, so we shared four small plates (shishito peppers, street corn, Cajun truffle fries, and Brussels sprouts) and a Caesar salad. The four small plates were so good!! We also tried the lemon cheesecake which was amazing. The vibe in the restaurant was so causal, we didn’t expect such good food, but everything was so tasty, and the plates they use are very cool. Only negative was that there seemed to only be two waiters for the whole room, so service was a little slow (but they were very nice)

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great student music, good food. Excellent and kind seevice

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    RobM

    New England

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was excellent as well as our server. Great experience. Highly recommend it.

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35. PL

    PatrickL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 26, 2018

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    Music was unreal. Service was great. Lighting and design was very modern and unique. Get there early to enjoy the free live music.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food and enjoyable performance. Would definitely come back.

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    BobbyC

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    A delightful spot! I sat at the bar, but the tables also looked comfortable. The live music was excellent and not too loud. And the food was great -- a creative expansion on Southern food (whatever that is . . . I'm from the south).

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38. JP

    JanineP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was fabulous, we split the burger, ribs, brussel sprouts, corn and Mac & cheese. The burger and ribs were standouts, as was brussel sprouts. Our waitress was attentive and gave us great recommendations. The restaurant had a great vibe. We were there early after a day of traveling, so it was on the quieter side. Really great dining experience, will come back when back in Boston.

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    LaurenW

    New England

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2018

    overall3food3service3ambience2

    Food was too carb-centric. Service was ok. REALLY didn't appreciate the bill have a 3% kitchen service fee. Maybe the employer should just pay their kitchen staff a living wage or make the staff share the tips that come in? I ended up tipping the waitress less as a result in protest.

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    Tyler

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2018

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Went to see my friend play there and overall it was great. Food was good, noise level was perfect, and service was quick and friendly.

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