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Bar 'Cino Brookline MA

4.7
4.7
855 Reviews
$31 to $50
Unspecified
"Bar ‘Cino (we say “chee-no”) is an informal neighborhood spot on Beacon Street in Brookline – directly across from the Saint Mary’s T Stop. Open nightly for dinner and cocktails.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 74 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 608-3220

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Chef Clovis Bezerra

  • Private party facilities

    Ideal location for intimate gatherings up to 22 guests. Please contact Tim Devaney at Tdevaney@newportrestaurantgroup.com.

  • Neighborhood

    Brookline

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Saint Mary's T stop.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 855 people are saying

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. SM

    SusanM

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at this neighborhood restaurant and will definitely return. Have already recommended it to friends. Very nice atmosphere, excellent service and delicious food. Two of us had the sandwiches and raved about the bread. The farro salad was full of vegetables and wonderful textures. Felt like I was back in Italy! The outdoor patio on Beacon Street looks fabulous with lighting and heaters.
  2. J

    Jake

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    We were seated in a booth that clearly did not fit six people. Very uncomfortable. Also - many things not available on menu - kettel one, burrata, short rib. Disappointing.
  3. RM

    RebeccaM

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great atmosphere. Lots of on street parking
  4. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was for my parents’ anniversary. There were 6 of us and it was perfect. Delicious!
  5. S

    Shirin

    New England

    100 reviews

    4.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great.menu I had a delicious vegeterian entree and amazing pizza for an appetizer . Service was attentive and friendly will definitely come back again
  6. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for our 33rd wedding anniversary.
  7. EC

    EmilyC

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall3food5service5ambience4
    We really enjoyed our meal and had a lovely dinner, but unfortunately we were asked to leave before we were ready to go. We were told that people were waiting for our table. 6:00 reservation and asked to leave at 8:00. Seems rude to me! A shame since we really love the food and the restaurant!
  8. g

    gislandgirl

    New England

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    The ambience and service are always great here. The dishes are always protein and carb forward with almost no greens whatsoever even though the menu lists greens. I am a regular but my meal tonight was inedible. (Duck legs with pasta - super heavy and oily and no greens at all).
  9. C

    Chef

    New England

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The outdoor patio with heaters is perfect for Covid-friendly distancing. The salmon was excellent.
  10. BM

    BetsyM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place to meet friends and share food after work. Loved the cauliflower and broccolini and clams and the server!
  11. JP

    JPnik

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are excellent . Also, since the pizzas are reasonably priced and shareable , you can eat well if you don't want to eat a lot and not have to empty your bank account. On the other hand , if you want to splurge , there plenty of delicious eating and drinking options. I noticed that all of the booths and regular tables and chairs were all full and most of the hi-top tables were empty . Perhaps , that is a clue that they should replace the Hit-tops with chairs (especially ) and tables where most people would feel comfortable sitting.
  12. P

    Pwkaplan

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Good was delicious and hot. Like everywhere,staffing remains a bit of an issue but not enough to disturb dinner. Lovely Sunday evening w/friends—will definitely return!
  13. SF

    SaltyFoodSucks

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    The restaurant was very nice inside and out, good ambiance and clean. The downsides were: the hospitality part wasn’t really there from the waitstaff, the meat in our pasta dishes was TERRIBLY SALTY I could not even eat my meal, and lastly, the value wasn’t really there. Overall, I had high hopes but I am very disappointed and will never go back.
  14. BC

    BobC

    New England

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We sat at the bar and worked out well. Food very good and came out quick. Service was excellent and accommodating.
  15. C

    Chef

    New England

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was delicious and interesting. My family loves to come here, and especially to the outdoor seating.
  16. d

    daisyb

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Very busy, even on weeknights. The food was good, but be prepared to be there for two hours.
  17. RL

    RebeccaL

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, attentive yet non intrusive service, the staff that helped our table was very informative, patiently accommodating all our food allergies! Just an outstanding experience! My friends ended up treating us! I cannot wait to go back to Bar ‘Cino and try everything else! Thank you for an amazing time!
  18. JP

    JeffreyP

    Miami

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Nice restaurant for a group. We shared plates of antipasto, broccolini, and pizza. The broccolini was enjoyable, but had a little too much olive oil and the Margarita pizza was tasty, but it’s crust would have better if it was more well done. Overall, our group enjoyed our experience.
  19. CW

    CraigW

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Our experience at Bar Cino was not good. The food was good but the service was awful. When our waiter finally came over he insisted in getting our food order and drink order. We felt very rushed and he only ask me (the male) if I needed anything ignoring my wife. He was very rude and we will not be returning.
  20. GR

    GabriellaR

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    All of the appetizers and pasta dishes that we ordered were amazing! My only complaint is that the server was not very attentive - we waited 30 minutes for the check, after which one of us had to get his attention. Otherwise a good experience and would go again!
  21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the best time at bar cino. Everything was fresh and delish and unique. Our server was so sweet and nice and professional. The ambiance is great as well. We were also shocked when we got the check, it was less then we expected. Will def ineptly be going back when we’re in the area again.
  22. w

    wellesleyresident

    New England

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing! The creamy polenta underneath the meatballs app was so good and the fried cauliflower, well, that too was fantastic! The chicken & arugula pizza was delicious. I personally was not such a big fan of the margarita but my friends really enjoyed it. They do a great job on the crust. And our server could not have been nicer – I’m sorry I don’t remember her name to give her a shout out!
  23. AB

    AnnaB

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful place to meet friends. The pizza and food are delicious!
  24. M

    Mick

    New England

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always my favorite place in Boston/Brookline. Great staff, atmosphere and food!
  25. l

    lsknyc

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Excellent food, very comfortable outdoor seating. The only issue was all the food came at once and too quickly!!
  26. B

    Bonzo

    New England

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Nice place for an outdoor table. They have a powerful heater for each table! Food was very good and reasonable value. Service wasn't particularly friendly but generally fine. Would recommend for a dinner with locals, especially if you want to sit outside in the cooler season.
  27. A

    Anonymous

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Took a little while to be seated at the bar with reservation, but overall very good food/drinks. Worth the wait.
  28. MG

    MomGoesOut

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Lovely and stress-free with superb service. The outdoors is well heated. The salmon entree, though delicious, feels overpriced for such a tiny portion of both the fish and the accompanying greens. I was still hungry after, and there was no bread or anything like that on the table. My sis had the branzino, which was beautifully done and included a very generous serving of greens as well as a delicious and creative salsa on top, though she had to debone it herself. Almost everything on the menu involves some kind of cheese or nut.
  29. PF

    PaulaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything from service to food to prices were excellent. We're holding our office Holiday party there because of our experience! We'll dine there often!
  30. e

    elissaw

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    This is my second visit. The first was on a weeknight and service was great, the food yummy. On a Saturday night, we waited a pretty long time for someone to come by (not all tables inside were full, but the outside was busy). We order several of share plates followed by several mains for our party of four. On the one hand, yummy and creative menu. On the other, pretty much each dish was prepared with way to much oil. The pasta dish should have been returned as it was just swimming in oil. Restraint goes a long way and the dishes would have been well served by less oil.
  31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough. The staff was beyond helpful and accommodating meeting the needs of one of our party who is undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital. The wait staff was excellent and the food delicious. Gluten free options are plentiful. The atmosphere is relaxed and cozy.
  32. HB

    HowardB

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Food was so so. Service was less than so so. Waiter was non present and not helpful at all. And they move you along at a lightspeed pace.
  33. AV

    AnneV

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service. Overall very nice experience. Only negative is the noise level which made it hard to talk but definitely worth dining here.
  34. KV

    KimberlyV

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food! Definitely will be back!
  35. T

    Thelummox

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made a dinner reservation for seven people, including three kids, on a busy Head of the Charles weekend. Staff was very friendly and helpful accommodating us. The food was delicious and the kids were happy. It was a nice respite from an otherwise busy weekend.
  36. M

    Mike

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service. One of the best places in Boston hands down.
  37. SA

    ShellyAnn

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Bar 'Cino was a good place to hold a business dinner. Great food and atmosphere.
  38. EG

    ElaG

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for my Mom’s birthday, and it was a wonderful time! Parking was surprisingly easy to find (we went at 6pm on a Wednesday), so that was a big plus. The atmosphere is lovely and quite quiet for how many people there were in the restaurant. Our server was attentive and kind, and food came out quickly and was great. My chicken was a little dry, but it didn’t ruin the overall meal or experience. Very reasonable prices for a high-end restaurant. Would come again!
  39. DK

    DianaK

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Nice dinner for a large group. Service was excellent - very friendly and helpful.
  40. KI

    KIMBERLYT

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about it - the food, the vibe. Will return when back in Boston for sure. We ordered the meatballs and a fig/goat cheese/prosciutto bruschetta. I had the bolognese. Plenty of good cocktails on the Menu and decent wine list. They also accommodated my 5 years olds request for plain buttered noodles and parm. Always a win finding a restaurant that meets the needs of the entire party.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bar 'Cino Brookline MA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 608-3220.

Bar 'Cino Brookline MA is rated 4.7 stars by 855 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 PM


Booked 74 times today
Google Map for Bar 'Cino Brookline MA

1032 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Brookline

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Saint Mary's T stop.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef Clovis Bezerra

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 608-3220

  • Private party facilities

    Ideal location for intimate gatherings up to 22 guests. Please contact Tim Devaney at Tdevaney@newportrestaurantgroup.com.

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