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

2160 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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 73 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 948-9800

Delivery

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$2.00

Dessert

Sour Cream Cheese Cake$9.00
strawberry syrup
Flourless Chocolate Torte**$8.00
luxadro cherry compote

What 2,160 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
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Contemporary American

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BLB85
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food4service1ambience4
The food was good but I have never had such terrible service in my life. When we arrived my elderly parents and I had trouble opening the door to the restaurant. Instead of helping, two hosts stood at the host stand watching us struggle. When we finally got inside the hosts were rude and unfriendly. Our server came to our table to drop off water and take our order & then ignored us for the rest of the meal. He never checked in on us once but he wasn't busy because we watched him standing at the bar talking to one of his coworkers for most of the time we were there. He ignored us when we tried to flag him down to ask for silverware since we weren't given any spoons. We asked another server who sighed, rolled his eyes, and stomped over to get them. When we were done with our main dishes, we were going to order dessert but without even asking if we wanted anything more the server came over to the table to clear the dishes and dropped the check. We hadn't even been there for 45 minutes, the restaurant wasn't busy, there was no reason for him to behave that way. No one ever stopped to refill our water glasses or check on us in any way. Everyone was unfriendly, unkind, and at times downright disrespectful. We were celebrating a special occasion and the celebratory mood was really dampened by the terrible service we received from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. We'll never go back.
MT
MatthewT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
We will return. Authentic Boston spot. Great location as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic! We had the queso appetizer, shared the chopped salad (wow!), and each had a lobster roll with sweet potato fries. I had cold and my husband had hot. Both were yummy. It was all incredible! We had dessert too because I was so impressed with everything I ate but honestly, the dessert was just ok. Skip it but do not skip this spot.
NM
NaomiM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience2
Great service, tasty meal, fun music, but very tough to make conversation, given the noise level.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
good food, fun waiter
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service2ambience5
You HAVE to get the Lobster Benedict. Absolutely to die for, great food in a great location. Not too crowded for a Sunday late brunch. Will definitely be back
F
Foodietraveler
New England
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Loved our experience. Our sever was attentive without being overbearing. The food was delicious and it was not very busy so we weee able to enjoy our conversation. We will definitely be back even when it is busier
MM
MichaelaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing brunch! The best Bloody Mary bar I’ve been to!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience3
The food here is AMAZING. No matter what anyone orders, it’s always a hit! Fair prices, friendly staff.
MG
MarciG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Andy was our server and he was excellent! Great personality and did a great job as he had our table of 12 and another table of 12 at the same time! Food was excellent and drinks were tasty! We will be back the next time we visit Boston!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great food, staff was very friendly!
H
celiacH
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot for gluten free options - and especially appreciated our waiter Alex who provided exceptional customer service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Bostonia. Best brunch in town. We went here last year for a friends birthday and have been going back ever since. What a great restaurant for great prices, ambiance, and great food.
RC
RobynC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We were all present and had checked in early with the staff but were not seated until 20 minutes past of reservation time. Drinks took over 10 minutes and we ended up getting our food an hour later
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience2
Despite having a dinner reservation we were seated upstairs. Have never experienced such an uncomfortably loud noise level at any restaurant in my life…we all felt like our heads were going to explode. We asked to be moved down to the main level, and they were kind enough to accommodate us. But it was very loud down there as well. Not quite as bad, but loud. Food was ok, but wouldn’t go back.
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foodie24
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great gluten free options
J
Jocyf
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Slight hiccups in the servers timing but had 1-2 comeback moments, appetizer charcuterie board needs improvement bread of poor quality, dinner food and drinks excellent. Very noisy.
JC
JulieC
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant. Yummy food. Server was cheerful and attentive and gave us a free dessert in honor of my husband's birthday. Just a word of caution when ordering drinks - Marguerita was $20 with least expensive tequila.
AL
AbbieL
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food nice waitress felt safe, nice booth, thanks! Gluten free options clearly marked!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Pre-concert bite
TC
TanyaC
Dallas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
We went for mother's day brunch. It was busy, as to be expected. Our server was great. The upstairs dining room was cold and uncomfortable. The food was good to average but was served on plates too small for the food. I had eggs benedict and my husband had the burger with a lobster tail. It was not a bad experience, but as a tourist to Boston, I felt like I could have chosen something better. This seems like a great place for locals to go and that I'd enjoy visiting if I lived in the city.
J
Jane
New England
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Mother’s Day brunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant and the food is amazing!
CE
ClaudeE
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
P
Porsche
Tampa
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Labeled a Mothers Day Brunch. Not so- just a brunch menu
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fairfaxcitydiner
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed dinner at Bostonian Public House. A lot of food options and good location for us. Modern setting but a bit on the noisy side but enjoyed overall.
GB
GB11
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Get the Korean Pork Ribs. It's amazing. Their Burrata is also delicious. Service is always on point, as well as the bar. Awesome vibe. One of my favorite spots in Boston. You won't be disappointed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the Crab crusted Cod. Excellent!
JG
JohnG
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
While our reservation was originally for 4 people, we had a last minute addition. Bostonia had no problem accommodating us. Service was professional and prompt notwithstanding the crowd. Food was delicious. Great time!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and our waitress was amazing. The food came out extremely quick. Our waitress suggested we wait to order our main meals after the appetizers and this was a great suggestion. Overall a great experience.
M
Mary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious. Went for Sunday brunch, and the restaurant was filled with parties smiling over their food. Service was prompt and patient with our large party.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Joe was the BEST!
KD
KathleenD
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Joe our waitperson was fabulous
MP
MPMSMM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Our first time there. We really enjoyed brunch. I had the Bananas Foster French Toast and my wife had the Lobster Eggs Benedict. We were especially happy with our server, Rebecca, who was attentive, friendly and very personable. We would love to go back some time to sample the other fare they have to offer. My wife would especially like to prepare her own Bloody Mary!
CH
ChristineH
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice atmosphere friendly staff service was good as was food and menu had a varied selection also awesome Bloody Mary bar
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was great, food was decent. Excellent drink menu. GF menu options was the reason we choose this place and it worked well for the whole family.
JS
JillS
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service and ambience. Loved the booths!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience5
Overall, the experience at the restaurant was fair. The ambiance was great and the staff are amazing! I’d just say that our personal experience there was unfulfilled by really bad food. The appetizers were flavorful but my family had an issue with the fish n chips. We noticed that our fish was very smelly and as a chef, we know that this should not be the case when frying fish, or cooking fish in general. The fish was borderline grey and was a bit gummy. With years of experience, I can tell that the fish had either gone bad or came out of the freezer. Being in Boston, I would expect fresh fish. The staff was very friendly about the situation although we did not receive the reimbursement we believed we deserved. We definitely wouldn’t go back here, as my mother was excited for a birthday brunch and we were met with frozen/bad fish.
MB
MominBirmingham
Little Rock
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Joe P was the best server and even gave us tourist info for the day. Set potato donuts are a must to start with.

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 2160 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

May 22, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 73 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 948-9800

Delivery

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

Delivery

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

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