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Estella's Signature Rose Cocktail in Boston - Estella, Boston, MA

Estella

4.3
4.3
736 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
49 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 85 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Caribbean, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Providing Catering services within 10 miles from our location.
  • Private party facilities
    Private lounge Host 80-100 people. Mezzanine Hosts 60 people
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Crossing
  • Cross street
    Located at 1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston<br /><br />Cross streets, Bedford&
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    1 Avenue de Lafayette, BostonWhether you're shopping in Boston's Downtown Crossing District, staying at the Hyatt Regency Boston, visiting the Lafayette Corporate Center or attending a show at the newly renovated Opera House, the Lafayette Garage is the most convenient and economical place for parking. We are also convenient to Boston's Financial District, the Boston Common, the Theater District and Chinatown. Located off of I-93, Lafayette Garage is an ideal location to begin your tour of Boston.EV charging is available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 736 people are saying

Estella 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

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  • Boston

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Estella offers a lively atmosphere perfect for pre-theater dining, with "fantastic cocktails" and "delicious food." The "Rasta pasta" receives rave reviews, while servers like Leena and Stephanie are often praised for their attentive service. Though some found the environment loud, the overall experience remains a "great vibe" with "amazing service."

736 Reviews
  1. Brandy

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I waited a year to have a drink here the espresso martini I love the taste and the look 😋

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  2. Jessica VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful to try something new and have it be this amazing

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  3. Susan

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was delicious! Service was fast. Loved the watermelon, feta, arugula salad. And the Dolce de leche lava cake was worth the calories!!

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  4. adam VIP

    Greater Boston103 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken and waffles was the unexpected superstar of the breakfast, the French toast was amazing, service was good, drinks were perfect. Great overall experience.

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  5. Nicole

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    At first I was hesitant to go after reading the reviews, but I’m glad I went. This place was such a good choice. We made reservations for 7 on a Thursday. The place was quiet considering the amount of people that were there. As soon as we sat down we were immediately served with water. Not even a minute after our waitress came. The service was phenomenal!!!! The food and drinks came out very quickly . We both had the Rasta Pasta with oxtails which was amazing! After I asked the waitress if she could switch my drink (because of my own personal preference) she did with no problem and actually preferred something sweeter. The manager even came up to check on us after that. He was very funny cool and so down to earth. They didn’t charge us for the drink (which again because of my own taste nothing to do with them) and we insisted that they would and they said no lol. Overall I had a great first experience. I will be back!

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  6. Lorraine VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff was vey nice. The food was okay. I had salmon tacos which tasted fishy

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  7. Jenna VIP

    Inverness2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a reservation at 6 before a show we had at 7:30. We ordered our food about 6:20. We were ignored a lot by our server and just told our food would be out momentarily. We waited over an hour and asked for the bill and our food to go, and were met with annoyance. We ran out at 7:25 to get to our show. Food was not very good either, but drinks were nice.

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  8. Kathleen

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early and we were seated downstairs for a cozy dinner. Ben was a fantastic server! The Rack of Lamb was so tender and cooked with an unusually delicious fruit medley topping! Perfect before or after dinner after Citizens Opera House Performance.

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  9. Laurel

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Wait staff was attentive and their recommendation of the mussels was spot on.

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  10. Mary Baine

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Wait staff friendly, helpful and attentive--and we easily got out in time for our concert without feeling rushed. Fried yucca and its sauce delicious (and not greasy)! But the noise level is high. I don't know who started the rumor back in the 80s that people enjoy that, and maybe it's true, but without exception no one I know does, from age 18 to 88. If we could talk without lip reading, Estella's would solve the perennial problem of finding a good place to eat with good service in the Theater District. Carpeting would help soak up the sound.

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FAQs

Estella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 855-9869.

Estella is rated 4.3 stars by 736 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Downtown Crossing

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 85 times today
Google Map for Estella

49 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at 1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston<br /><br />Cross streets, Bedford&
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Crossing
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Caribbean, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    1 Avenue de Lafayette, BostonWhether you're shopping in Boston's Downtown Crossing District, staying at the Hyatt Regency Boston, visiting the Lafayette Corporate Center or attending a show at the newly renovated Opera House, the Lafayette Garage is the most convenient and economical place for parking. We are also convenient to Boston's Financial District, the Boston Common, the Theater District and Chinatown. Located off of I-93, Lafayette Garage is an ideal location to begin your tour of Boston.EV charging is available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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