Bostonia Public House

Name: Bostonia Public House
Address: 131 State St., Boston, MA, United States, 02109
Telephone: (617) 948-9800
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2226 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Located in the landmark Board of Trade building Bostonia Public House celebrates the history and tradition of Boston. The design thoughtfully combines rustic elements, modern accents and unique finishes that will remind Bostonians of their rich and colorful heritage. Imaginative and locally inspired cuisine, intelligent wine and cocktail lineups, and live entertainment combine to deliver just the right amount of sociable sophistication.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 4, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 90 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 948-9800

Other options

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–12:00 am Thu, Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 9:30 am–2:00 am Sun 9:30 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(617) 948-9800
Website
http://www.bostoniapublichouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Zachary Osborn
Private party facilities
Welcoming, Engaging, and Entertaining.
Private party contact
Megan Long: (617) 948-9800

Location
131 State St. Boston, MA 02109
Neighborhood
Financial District
Cross street
Broad St
Parking details
There are also multiple lots in the area. 75 State Street garage is across the street.
Public transit
Aquarium T stop and Government Center and also the State street Stop on the Orange line are within a short walk from the restaurant.
Entertainment
Live music Wednesday - Saturday nights and for Saturday and Sunday Brunch
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Sweet Potato Doughnuts$10.00
bourbon glaze
Fresh Fruit Granola Bowl$12.00
seasonal fruit, vanilla yogurt, coconut shavings, honey drizzled granola
BPH Clam Chowder$11.00
smoked bacon, leek, celery, marble potatoes
House Made French Onion Dip$10.00
salt & pepper potato chips
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries**$12.00
duckfat seasoning, house made chipotle ketchup
Avocado Toast$14.00
sliced avocado, roasted beet, radish, soft boiled egg, everything bagel seasoning, wheat berry bread
Fork Tender Meatballs$14.00
house made tomato sauce, parmesan, herbed breadcrumbs
"Salt & Pepper" Wings**$16.00
serrano pepper, blue cheese dressing
Tater Tot Poutine$13.00
crispy tater tots, black pepper brown gravy, melted cheese

Boards

Cheese**$19.00
selection of artisanal handcrafted cheese, seasonal accouterments, boston brown bread & ciabatta
Charcuterie**$19.00
collection of cured meats, grain mustard, olives, piquillo peppers, boston brown bread & ciabatta

Salads

Add on: chicken 7, shrimp 10, scallops* 12, steak* 14, lobster 16

Chopped Salad**$14.00
mixed greens, feta, cherry tomato, cucumber, red onion, carrot, hard boiled egg, toasted sunflower seeds
Kale & Beet Salad**$15.00
chevre, shaved fennel, citrus segments, candied walnuts, pomegranate vinaigrette
Wedge Salad**$16.00
iceberg lettuce, peppered lardon, heirloom tomato, green onion, crumbled blue, buttermilk ranch

Raw Bar

MA Locally Farmed Oysters**
horseradish, lemon, mignonette
- 1/2 Dozen$18.00
- Dozen$36.00
- 3g caviar on one oyster$9.00
Chilled Shrimp Cocktail**
bph horseradish cocktail sauce, lemon
- 1/2 dozen$18.00
- dozen$36.00
Chilled Lobster Tail**$28.00
drawn butter
Tuna Crudo**$17.00
calabrian chili & mint salsa verde, citrus, cucumber, fresno pepper, li hing wanton chips
Atlantic Ave Chilled Seafood Platter**$85.00
8 oysters, 8 shrimp, lobster tail, tuna crudo
State St Chilled Seafood Platter**$125.00
12 oysters, 12 shrimp, 2 lobster tails, tuna crudo

Sandwiches

served with choice of a side salad, house made potato chips or salt & pepper fries

Classic Hot Lobster Roll**$30.00
warmed maine lobster poached in butter, sea salt, chives, brioche roll
Cold Lobster Roll**$30.00
steamed lobster, celery, minced shallot, butter lettuce, lemon aioli
Grilled Cheese$15.00
vine ripe tomato, fontina, house mix of cheeses, brioche bread
The All American Hot Dog**$15.00
pretzel mustard, diced peppers & onions, cornichons, serrano peppers, pickled okra, celery seed, brioche bun
BPH Burger* **$17.00
grass fed ground beef, lettuce, tomato, serrano aioli, american cheese, potato bun
BPH Surf n' Turf Ultimate Burger**$29.00
grass fed ground beef, butter poached lobster, bacon, spicy mayo, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, potato bun
"Beyond Vegetable" Burger**$17.00
shaved red onion, vine ripe tomatoes, cucumber, sliced avocado, potato bun
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich$17.00
grilled** or buttermilk fried, sriracha ranch, house made sweet & smokey pickles, potato bun
BPH Fish Tacos$15.00
cod, red cabbage, sliced red onion, avocado, radish & lemon aioli, flour tortilla

Entrees

Grilled Hanger Steak* **$35.00
charred broccolini, fried smashed potatoes with bacon, stilton blue cheese, scallion and aioli, chimichurri
Roasted Acorn Squash**$22.00
swiss chard, celery root, cippolini onions, piquillo peppers, almond romesco
Fish & Chips$25.00
beer battered cod, crispy french fries, dill tartar sauce, lemon
Lobster Mac & Cheese$31.00
elbow mac, house made four cheese béchamel, herb breadcrumbs

Brunch Classics

Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes$16.00
buttermilk pancakes, white chocolate and macadamia nut syrup, elderberry macerated strawberries
Banana Foster French Toast$16.00
challah bread, roasted and caramelized banana, amaretto cookie crumble
Smoked Salmon Bagel$19.00
caper cream cheese, cucumber, spinach, red onion, everything bagel, roasted breakfast potatoes
Ham & Cheese Frittata**$19.00
black forest ham, onions, piquillo pepper, asiago cheese, breakfast potatoes
Bacon Frittata**$18.00
crispy bacon, broccoli, goat cheese, roasted breakfast potatoes
Lobster Frittata**$28.00
lobster, spinach, tomato, gruyere cheese, roasted breakfast potatoes
Short-rib Breakfast Poutine$22.00
scallions, peppers, onions, braised beef short-rib, brown gravy, melted cheese, tater tots, cage free sunny side up egg
Breakfast Nachos$24.00
crispy tortilla chips, house-made green chili pork queso, pico de gallo, sliced avocado, queso fresco cheese, sunny side up eggs, chives
The Hangover Breakfast Burger**$25.00
angus beef patty, american cheese, bacon, tomato, onions, fried egg, charred jalapeno mayo, griddled english muffin, roasted breakfast potatoes
Eggs Your Way**$16.00
two cage free eggs any style, griddled english muffin; choice of bacon or sausage, roasted breakfast potatoes
Breakfast Tacos$12.00
soft scrambled eggs, pico de gallo, queso fresco, flour tortillas, roasted breakfast potatoes (2 per order)
Benedicts
all served on a griddled english muffin, with two cage free poached eggs, roasted breakfast potatoes, hollandaise

Sides

Smoked Bacon$6.00
Sausage Links$6.00
Country Ham$6.00
Roasted Breakfast Potatoes$6.00
English Muffin$4.00
Wheat Berry Toast$4.00
Fruit Cup$5.00
Bourbon Glazed Cinnamon Bun$5.00
Croissant$4.00
Egg Cooked Any Style
- each$3.00

Dessert

Sour Cream Cheese Cake$9.00
strawberry syrup
Flourless Chocolate Torte**$8.00
luxadro cherry compote
Lemon Tart$12.00
lemon curd, butter graham cracker crust, chantilly cream, brulee lemon wheel
Tiramisu$12.00
ladyfingers, kahlua, frangelico, vanilla, cocoa

What 2,226 people are saying

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
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston
Contemporary American

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RayP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lobster Mac & Cheese was excellent and very large portion. Shrimp cocktails perfectly cooked. Poutine was a great starter. Outdoor patio very calm.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I highly recommend the pork and smashed fried potatoes as a side. Amazing onion dip & chips too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience3
They put us in the back and never seated anyone else near us, no refills on soda… Felt they hid us in the back…
k
kateb
Richmond
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food5service5ambience1
The main problem we had with our visit to Bostonia was the noise level. Could not even have a conversation with the person sitting directly across the table from me. Otherwise the food and service were very good. But probably would not return because of the noise level.
K
Kmandn
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to meet for a quick business lunch downtown, or quick get-together with an old friend…a little of both for me!
CC
CCook
Salt Lake City
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service1ambience3
We waited for over an hour for our food to arrive and when it did arrive it was sub par. Overrated experience and not worth the money.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal at Bostonian Public House! We requested outdoor seating, but it ended up raining the entire day of our reservation. The restaurant wasn’t able to accommodate the outdoor seating request, but they called to let us know which we though was very nice of them to do. All of our meals were great and we would recommend Bostonian Public House to anyone visiting the area. Thank you for taking reservations!
M
Maggie
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy our visits to Bostonia Public House. Our most recent trip we took our parents for brunch before a show at the Boston Opera House. Everything was delicious and being big Bloody Mary fans, our parents LOVED the Ultimate Blood Mary bar experience.
AL
AshleyL
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Plenty of seating, delicious food, and great drinks. We had a very attentive waiter. Great dining experience all around!
T
Traveler
St. Louis
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
In a great location, but very average food and slow service. In all fairness, there were a couple of "parties" going on so those groups took the attention of the servers.
PO
PatrickO
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service, highly impressed. The poutine was fabulous!!
A
Ariel
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The outdoor seating is lovely and we really enjoyed our brunch here. The service was very friendly and helpful!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Went for brunch and glad we did! Very extensive menu with lots of seafood options. A little pricy, but the price definitely matched the quality. I strongly recommend the lobster roll and frittata.
PC
PhillipC
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed it
KG
KateG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding brunch!! Food and drink was delicious!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent bloody Mary’s
B
Bryan
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
We went there for brunch on a Sunday. The Cinnamon Toast Brunch cocktail was excellent, as were the avocado benedict and ham benedict. The strawberry shortcake pancakes were also good, but they ran out of white chocolate chips and typically a strawberry shortcake has whipped cream but this did not. Service was great, but it was pretty noisy on the main floor by the bar. Overall a good experience and I would go back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic build your own Bloody Mary bar and Lobster Eggs Benedict for Father’s Day brunch
l
luv2eat
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
2.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience3
10am brunch on Sunday; arrived 10 minutes early. Not many customers yet. Most seemed to have 11am reservations as restaurant was crowded when we left around 1130. Food was good but our food took at least 45 minutes to arrive to our table, with my meal arriving 10 minutes after that. Again, they were not busy. Waiter was not attentive at all. We had to get his attention for everything- more coffee, straws that he forgot for the bloody Mary’s, to ask where my food was and even to ask for the bill. His constant conversations with the bartender were more pressing than his customers.
DA
DollyA
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were visiting Boston and decided to go here since they had reservations and the reviews were good. We were not disappointed. The drinks were great, food was amazing and fresh and service was fast and good. The noise level got a little high when a large party came in and we’re waiting to be seated. But definitely recommend going here when visiting Boston.
J
Jenn
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
Service was awful. They kept telling us it was problems in the kitchen but everyone else was getting their food besides us …. And we only chips and dip???
LT
LaurenT
Philadelphia
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! Great Bloody Mary
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great menu selection, a good spicy Bloody Mary, and friendly service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came to Boston with a mission to have a Lobster Roll and this is the place. The cocktails were beautiful and refreshing.
G
Grace
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service! A little loud, but not as bad when sitting upstairs.
S
Sabrina
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food was excellent. Service was ok. Restaurant was VERY loud - hard to have a conversation. We’d be back at a less busier time for the food, though. Genuinely excellent.
J
Jordan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful food and service. Very loud if that concerns you.
R
Ryan
New England
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience3
Food was googled and drinks were good. A great place for a quick bite to eat.
DS
DennisS
New Orleans
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate there twice and both visits were wonderful. Great appetizers and meals. Cocktails were a treat from skilled bartenders.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place! Food was delicious. Mary Ann was wonderful
RP
RicoPatts
Western KY
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
The warmed Lobster Rolls braised in butter were phenomenal! I didn’t get a chance to put it down because it was so delicious and fresh. It featured both large claw pieces and smaller chunks. The sweet potato doughnuts were heavy but still very good.
WD
WhinetoDine
Richmond
72 reviews
vip
4.0
72 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
A pleasant dining experience. Generous servings. Outstanding service by Sarah. Conveniently located to the Freedom Trail and historic sites.
BB
BrynnB
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
The food was tasty. All three of us in our group ordered the same thing (eggs your way with potatoes, choice of meat and grilled english muffin), two of us received breakfast potatoes, one meal was completely without potatoes. One of us got the grilled english muffin, the other two received multigrain toast. We thought this was very odd, we had to ask for the potatoes. Never received the english muffins. Service was a bit slow. Overall it was a fine choice for brunch.
MH
MaryH
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely service and great location. Brunch was delicious as well. Great spot for a family brunch.
LL
LaurenL
New England
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came in on a Saturday evening with my spouse and a friend- both have gluten allergies. The food and drinks were both incredible, drinks were yummy and service was great. The restaurant was busy but not overcrowded and we didn’t feel rushed at any point. The sweet potato waffle fries were fantastic- a must try.
HB
HeatherB
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Good selection for children. The drinks were delicious and the wait staff were prompt.
GB
GrB1066
Orlando
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband’s first brunch in Boston and it could not have been any better! Everything was perfect, the cocktails (get the Bloody Mary bar, it is a meal in itself), the oysters (they actually gave us 13), the meals (portions were huge), and our server (she had only been there a week, but she knew the menu and was super fun).
K
Katie
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best lobster roll in town! The food and staff were amazing. Everything was perfect!
MT
MichaelT
New England
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Waitress was great, very attentive. Nashville fried chicken sandwich was excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, cocktails, and awesome service!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bostonia Public House does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bostonia Public House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 948-9800.

Bostonia Public House is rated 4.6 stars by 2226 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 4, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 90 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 948-9800

Other options

131 State St. Boston, MA 02109

Additional information

Cross street
Broad St
Neighborhood
Financial District
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–12:00 am Thu, Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 9:30 am–2:00 am Sun 9:30 am–12:00 am
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are also multiple lots in the area. 75 State Street garage is across the street.
Public transit
Aquarium T stop and Government Center and also the State street Stop on the Orange line are within a short walk from the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Zachary Osborn
Entertainment
Live music Wednesday - Saturday nights and for Saturday and Sunday Brunch
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bostoniapublichouse.com/
Phone number
(617) 948-9800
Private party facilities
Welcoming, Engaging, and Entertaining.
Private party contact
Megan Long: (617) 948-9800

Bostonia Public House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

BPH Burger

Cold Lobster Roll

Sweet Potato Doughnuts

Starters

Sweet Potato Doughnuts$10.00

Fresh Fruit Granola Bowl$12.00

BPH Clam Chowder$11.00

House Made French Onion Dip$10.00

Sweet Potato Waffle Fries**$12.00

Avocado Toast$14.00

Fork Tender Meatballs$14.00

"Salt & Pepper" Wings**$16.00

Tater Tot Poutine$13.00

Boards

Cheese**$19.00

Charcuterie**$19.00

Salads

Chopped Salad**$14.00

Kale & Beet Salad**$15.00

Wedge Salad**$16.00

Raw Bar

MA Locally Farmed Oysters**

Chilled Shrimp Cocktail**

Chilled Lobster Tail**$28.00

Tuna Crudo**$17.00

Atlantic Ave Chilled Seafood Platter**$85.00

State St Chilled Seafood Platter**$125.00

Sandwiches

Classic Hot Lobster Roll**$30.00

Cold Lobster Roll**$30.00

Grilled Cheese$15.00

The All American Hot Dog**$15.00

BPH Burger* **$17.00

BPH Surf n' Turf Ultimate Burger**$29.00

"Beyond Vegetable" Burger**$17.00

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich$17.00

BPH Fish Tacos$15.00

Entrees

Grilled Hanger Steak* **$35.00

Roasted Acorn Squash**$22.00

Fish & Chips$25.00

Lobster Mac & Cheese$31.00

Brunch Classics

Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes$16.00

Banana Foster French Toast$16.00

Smoked Salmon Bagel$19.00

Ham & Cheese Frittata**$19.00

Bacon Frittata**$18.00

Lobster Frittata**$28.00

Short-rib Breakfast Poutine$22.00

Breakfast Nachos$24.00

The Hangover Breakfast Burger**$25.00

Eggs Your Way**$16.00

Breakfast Tacos$12.00

Benedicts

Sides

Smoked Bacon$6.00

Sausage Links$6.00

Country Ham$6.00

Roasted Breakfast Potatoes$6.00

English Muffin$4.00

Wheat Berry Toast$4.00

Fruit Cup$5.00

Bourbon Glazed Cinnamon Bun$5.00

Croissant$4.00

Egg Cooked Any Style

Dessert

Sour Cream Cheese Cake$9.00

Flourless Chocolate Torte**$8.00

Lemon Tart$12.00

Tiramisu$12.00

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