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Branch Line, Watertown, MA

Branch Line

4.8 (2675)
$30 and under
American
321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Hi Friends!

Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality.

Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.

The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Watertown
  • Cross street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,675 people are saying

Branch Line 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Branch Line offers "delicious" food in a "vibrant and lively atmosphere." Known for its "outstanding" rotisserie chicken, the restaurant boasts a "wonderful bar service" and a "friendly and helpful" staff. The historic space adds charm, though it can get noisy. Overall, it's a "highly recommended" dining destination.
2,675 Reviews
  1. robert VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We found all of the staff members to be friendly an acre to be helpful . Our waiter , Nick, was most accommodating as we tried to pick which white wine/Chardonnay would match best with our meals. My companion found her pork dish to be “delicious” and I found the “Premier dish” offered by the restaurant, a half roast chicken  with a light and very tasty herb, flavored sauce, along with some roasted potatoes (although I chose the french fries which were delicious) to be as good as a chicken dish that I’ve enjoyed in a long time.

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  2. Ian

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time visit, nice ambience. Food excellent. Great selection of beverages

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  3. Jean

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Chicken salad BLAT and pea salad were excellent. Service was attentive, but not intrusive.

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  4. jane

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite local restaurant - it has heated covered patio, a gazebo, and outdoor tables along a very lovely perennial garden. Inside is just a perfect size.

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  5. Brian

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice historic space. Good food with nice variety. Chicken was outstanding. Quite noisy and staff was very busy. Overall I’d recommend.

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  6. Joel VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    7 diners, 7 different entrees, all delicious. Ditto for sides and apps and kids meals

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  7. alexandra

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Branchline and the people there- it can get loud, but we go a bit earlier and it’s better then. We especially love Nick at the bar!!

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  8. Izzy

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always amazing the ambiance is very nice and we love Victor our goat

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  9. Aimee VIP

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful bar service! I think his name is Nick? We really had a nice evening.

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  10. Thomas

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibrant and lively atmosphere in a nice high-ceiling space with good food and service.

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FAQs

Branch Line offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 420-1900.

Branch Line is rated 4.8 stars by 2675 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Branch Line

321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Watertown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
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