Banyan Bar + Refuge

Name: Banyan Bar + Refuge
Address: 553 Tremont St, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 556-4211
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1417)

$31 to $50

Asian

553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

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Great for creative cocktails
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Indulge in a captivating culinary journey at Banyan Bar + Refuge, a fusion of Southeast Asian and New England flavors. Our menu boasts a tantalizing array of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy creations that promise to delight your palate. Immerse yourself in a delightful atmosphere filled with great music and a relaxed ambiance as you enjoy the historic South End.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Website
http://www.banyanboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
For pricing, and availability please inquire through our website.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
South End
Cross street
Clarendon Street
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Public transit
Back Bay
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Ahi Tuna Crispy Rice$20.00
ahi tuna, crispy rice cakes, sriracha, scallions, unagi sauce
Ahi Tuna Tartare $20.00
raw ahi tuna, pickled mango, avocado, chips
Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)$18.00
shrimp, lettuce, garlic, cilantro, onion, lime, peanut, soy
Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)$16.00
Napa cabbage, kale, miso caesar dressing, parmesan, cured egg yolk, breadcrumbs
Snow Pea Salad$15.00
Butter lettuce, watermelon + french radish, tofu "feta", sesame-ginger dressing

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)$22.00
crispy wok-fried shrimp, green onion, jalapeño, Indonesian sauce (spicy)
Green Curry Mussels$23.00
Coconut milk, Thai chilis, basil, cilantro, lime
Sticky Chicken$21.00
crispy chicken thighs, sweet garlic + soy glaze, miso-scallion ranch
Veggie Wonton (vg)$14.00
carrots, corn, cream cheese, scallions, soy sauce, thai chili sauce
Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)$18.00
roasted brussels sprouts, vegan miso aioli, furikake, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flake
Coconut Calamari (gf)$19.00
fried calamari, toasted coconut, makrut lime + thai chili aioli
Mushu Pork Taco$15.00
Scallions pancake, chimichurri
Lobster Rangoon$18.00
lobster, corn, cream cheese, scallions, thai chili sauce
Mapo-Tofu Empanada$15.00
Pork belly, chili sauce, stracciatella
Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)$17.00
roasted cauliflower, Thai-chili butter, edamame pureé, lime, scallions, cilantro, mint, crunchy shallots
Chili Garlic Green Beans$12.00
Chili-garlic sauce

Bao Buns

Lobster Bao$23.00
chilled lobster, mayo, lemon, scallions, onion, celery
KFC Bao (vg, v*)$13.00
fried cauliflower, sweet+spicy sauce, scallions
Avocado Bao (vg, v*)$14.00
crispy avocado, bbq sauce, onion, pickles
Fried Chicken Bao$15.00
crispy fried chicken thighs, Korean style sweet + spicy glaze, pickles
Pork Belly Bao$15.00
pork belly, shaved onion, pineapple, peanuts, cilantro
Fried Oyster Bao$16.00
Thai chili-makrut lime, mango slaw

Noodles

Soba Noodle Salad$15.00
Red cabbage, beets, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, cabbage, watermelon radish, peanut sauce
Dan Dan Noodles$23.00
Spicy szechuan chicken ragu, lo mein noodles, peanuts

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)$29.00
crispy whole fried fish, sweet + spicy glaze

What 1,417 people are saying

Banyan Bar + Refuge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Asian
Boston
Asian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Banyan Bar + Refuge offers an inviting ambiance with "fantastic food and service." It's known for its diverse menu featuring "great, imaginative Chinese cuisine" and standout dishes like Dan Dan noodles and bao buns. The outdoor seating is praised as "simply the best patio" and "a wonderful neighborhood spot." Despite mixed reviews on portion size and service pacing, its vibrant atmosphere, excellent cocktails, and "happy hour deal" make it a neighborhood favorite.

1,417 Reviews

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Frances
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dined outside. Umbrella provided. Absolutely everything was wonderful.
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Kate
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I really liked the food, the location and the ambience. One knock I have against the restaurant is the kitchen fee.
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joanna
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it! Great service, food, and decor/vibe! We had a bunch of small plates and enjoyed it all.
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Ryan
Greater Boston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing food, some of the best I have had in Boston. Recommend the Dan Dan and Bang Bang shrimp.
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Elizabeth VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I went to banyan bar in april and it was excellent, They have since changed their whole menu and it is far less delicious. Prices stayed the same, but quality decreased. Has a PF changs vibe now and it used to be much more creative and delicious. Great cocktails though
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William
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service. Lots of fish, veg, and GF options and the cocktails were just as good as the food. Will be back!
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Dylan
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing along with service. We were seated tightly between 2 other parties which was not the most comfortable but other than that the restaurant is nice. The portions are pretty small so you may have to order more than expected.
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Tessa
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great all around. Zero complaints, killer service, pretty design.
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Ryan VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waited an extra 15 minutes past our reservation time. Then ordered the sticky chicken which was tough, chewy, and dry. Disappointed by the food, but the outdoor patio and drinks were pleasant.
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charles VIP
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great, imaginative Chinese cuisine. Excellent, friendly service. Enjoyed everything. Emphasis on small dishes. Chicken congee was especially good!
1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Banyan Bar + Refuge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 556-4211.

Banyan Bar + Refuge is rated 4.6 stars by 1417 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Clarendon Street
Neighborhood
South End
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Public transit
Back Bay
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.banyanboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Private party facilities
For pricing, and availability please inquire through our website.

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Banyan Bar + Refuge

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Fried Chicken Bao

Dan Dan Noodles

Sticky Chicken

Snacks To Start

Korean Carrot Salad$8.00

Edamame$8.00

Shishito Peppers$10.00

Smashed Cucumbers

French Fries$6.00

Marinated Tofu Feta$8.00

Cold Plates

Ahi Tuna Crispy Rice$20.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare $20.00

Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)$18.00

Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)$16.00

Snow Pea Salad$15.00

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)$22.00

Green Curry Mussels$23.00

Sticky Chicken$21.00

Veggie Wonton (vg)$14.00

Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)$18.00

Coconut Calamari (gf)$19.00

Mushu Pork Taco$15.00

Lobster Rangoon$18.00

Mapo-Tofu Empanada$15.00

Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)$17.00

Chili Garlic Green Beans$12.00

Bao Buns

Lobster Bao$23.00

KFC Bao (vg, v*)$13.00

Avocado Bao (vg, v*)$14.00

Fried Chicken Bao$15.00

Pork Belly Bao$15.00

Fried Oyster Bao$16.00

Noodles

Soba Noodle Salad$15.00

Dan Dan Noodles$23.00

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)$29.00

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