Eastern Standard

Eastern Standard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Review summary

1. K

   Kishan VIP

   Greater Boston16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had another business luncheon there on Thursday. Received great service from our server, Kylie G!
   

   Is this helpful?

2. S

   Susan VIP

   New York City17 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We dined here on a long- awaited return trip to Boston. Eastern Standard at its old location was one of our favorite restaurants ever. I was so sad when they closed, and thrilled to hear of this reopening. We were eager to try it again. Alas, this restaurant bears little resemblance to the former establishment. The menu is quite limited. I had the lobster salad for a starter and my husband had the spring garlic soup. Both were just okay, nothing special. For mains, I had the roasted chicken and my husband had the seared salmon. The mains were decent. My roasted chicken had a very strong Dijon jus ( which was described in the menu but I didn't think it would be so overpowering). I didn't feel it needs the Dijon and would have been better without. My husband's salmon was fine, nothing special. The service was decent and attentive but somewhat cool. We were both quite disappointed and will not bother to return.
   

   1 person found this helpful

3. F

   Faith VIP

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great service and delicious food. Their smoked Poussin is wonderful!
   

   Is this helpful?

4. R

   Roberta VIP

   Greater Boston35 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Steak tartare delicious. Chilled lobster in green goddess dressing wonderful although a small portion was expecting a complimentary dessert for my birthday.
   

   Is this helpful?

5. J

   Joe

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Disappointed with speed of service and food quality.
   

   1 person found this helpful

6. E

   Erin VIP

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great drinks. Beautiful bar. Friendly and engaging bartenders. So glad ES is back!
   

   Is this helpful?

7. A

   Anna

   Naples3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice ambiance and service. Food is fine but not extraordinary. Would come again for the experience
   

   Is this helpful?

8. J

   Jennifer VIP

   San Francisco2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   I have been to this restaurant about 10 times the problem is that it is inconsistent and last night was an example of that. Not really worth it food is ok but menu is increasingly boring.
   

   1 person found this helpful

9. M

   Marissa

   Tokyo1 review

   2.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Our outdoor patio reservation was not honored and we were seated indoors but somewhat near the outside, which was uncomfortably warm (no fresh air, no AC — combining the worst parts of indoors & outdoors). Our table was not offered bread and butter though others were. Service was friendly but ill-timed (multiple times taking away drinks and plates with one remaining bite/sip). Food was good but the value was disappointing, particularly given the overall service awkwardness.
   

   1 person found this helpful

10. L

    Leora VIP

    New York City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The hospitality I feel every time I set foot into ES, is exactly what I need to feel - welcome, comfortable and among friends. The energy in the room, the large parties, the smaller tables, the activity at the bar - exciting. The food - delicious. Get there earlier if you want specials - because they are great and go fast. The service - Pablo is fabulous and remembers your family and their dietary needs even when months have passed. (Ginger has also served us in the past, and she is similarly wonderful). ES is perfect for a Tuesday night, mid-week boost, or a weekend and celebratory experience. Thank you Garrett. Thank you Sophie. Thank you for your warmth and hospitality.
    

    Is this helpful?