Grill 23 & Bar

Name: Grill 23 & Bar
Address: 161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 542-2255
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

7998 Reviews

$50 and over

Steak

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Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 121 times today

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(617) 542-2255
Website
http://www.grill23.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ryan Marcoux
Catering
For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
Private party facilities
Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
Private party contact
Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049

Location
161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Stuart Street
Parking details
We validate parking from the 100 Clarendon Garage. If you park after 5:00 PM and stay at the garage for less than three hours, validated parking is $5.
Public transit
Green Line, Arlington T stop.<br />Orange Line, Back Bay Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Caesar Salad$19.00
petite romaine, white anchovy, parmesan crouton
Greek Salad$18.00
cucumber, cherry tomato, kalamata olive, feta, herb vinaigrette
Wedge Salad$22.00
blue cheese ranch, backyard farms tomatoes, north country bacon, shallots, fourme d'ambert cheese
French Onion Soup$16.00
sweet onions, gruyere
Crab Cakes$24.00
napa cabbage slaw, pickled pearl onions, tartar sauce
Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo$22.00
cherry peppers, pickled fennel
American Kobe Steak Tartare$26.00
salt and vinegar chips, quail egg, lamb's lettuce
Lobster Bisque$24.00
sherry crème fraîche, chives

Entree

Atlantic Halibut$52.00
crispy new potatoes, tomato salad, horseradish & red pepper purée
Barbecue Spiced Salmon$42.00
tomato sofrito, grilled asparagus
Prime Meatloaf$36.00
spinach, mashed potatoes, burgundy jus
Roasted Heritage Chicken$38.00
sweet corn & chorizo risotto, arugula pistou
Ricotta Gnocchi$32.00
braised kale, sundried tomatoes, walnuts, chili, pecorino tartufo
Steak Frites$36.00
8 ounce prime bavette, parmesan frites, béarnaise

A la Carte

Dry Aged Prime New York*$88.00
- 14oz$88.00
100 Day Aged Prime Ribeye*$86.00
- 18oz$86.00
American Kobe Cap Steak*$110.00
- 10oz$110.00
Striploin Grade A5 Wagyu*$162.00
- 6oz$162.00
Filet Mignon*$66.00
- 10oz$66.00
Prime Porterhouse*$140.00
- 32oz$140.00
Prime New York*$72.00
- 14oz$72.00
Swordfish Puttanesca*$52.00
- 10oz$52.00
Steamed Lobster$72.00
- 2lb$72.00
Yellowfin Tuna*$54.00
pistachio, grapefruit, basil

Additions

Truffle Butter$8.00
Béarnaise$6.00
Grill 23 Steak Sauce$5.00
Lobster Tail$30.00
Grilled Shrimp$28.00
Au Poivre$6.00
Brandy Peppercorn Cream
Horseradish Crema$5.00
Hudson Valley Foie Gras$21.00
Oscar Style$28.00
asparagus, lump crab, béarnaise

Sides

Roasted Asparagus$16.00
garlic aioli, montreal spice
Sautéed Mushrooms$17.00
roasted garlic, herbs, madeira
Sautéed Spinach$16.00
garlic, olive oil
Baked Potato$18.00
bacon crumble, sour cream cheddar cheese sauce, chives
Mac N' Cheese$18.00
vermont cheddar
- With Lobster$32.00
Grill 23 Tots$18.00
truffle oil
Crispy Hash Brown$20.00
sea salt, chives
Mashed Potatoes$16.00
sour cream, black pepper

What 7,998 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Steak

7,998 Reviews

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NotImpressedAtAll
Greater Boston
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience3
No value for this place in my opinion and experience in comparison to similar high end and expensive steakhouses.
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AnthonyS
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brough my Nephew and his Fiancé for their first time. Outstanding service! Tanner and his team were excellent. The food was delicious and the wine selection is exceptional. If you want a true high end traditional Steakhouse experience then look no further.
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beachgirl57
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another outstanding meal at Grill 23! Our waiter Bill and team were wonderful. If we lived closer, we would have a standing reservation every week.
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CatherineW
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Connor our server was AMAZING! He suggested good wine pairings and gave good food recommendations when we were trying to decide what to get. Food, wine and the atmosphere were all very good. I’d have to say the service was the best part! Oh and the milk and cookies for dessert were absolutely YUMMY!
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RicardoR
El Paso
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good and service are excellent!! Definitely will returning back. Love the A5 Wayu!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food4service4ambience1
Well I was expecting a memorable dinner. Just not for the reason it ended up being. A Few bites into my entree a group celebrating a 60th birthday party was leaving and as they pushed a stroller with a dog in by the table my wife and I lost our appetite and wasted a great meal. Now I get it that people need service animals however it appeared to be a puppy and there was no chance it had any service training. I do not fault to the restaurant but think the people who think they can bring dogs into a nice restaurant are rude and selfish.
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TomC
Greater Boston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great bar and bar keeps Kevin and Zach best in town.
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NewYorker
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service! The staff were all friendly, attentive and efficient. Great dining experience.
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DanielM
Greater Boston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience3
We had a nice meal , steak was very good but mashed potatoes were cold and a bit lumpy. We had the spinach for the vegetable and it was very good. Henry, our server, was outstanding. He was there when we needed him even on a busy Saturday evening. We had an enjoyable time.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to celebrate a birthday and had the most delicious meal ever. The fillet was very tender and so tasty. Typically, I order a ribeye, but we were sharing and they did such a nice job with the presentation. The coconut cake was phenomenal. I highly recommend. Our server Henry was very attentive, but nonintrusive. Loved it.
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KrisLV
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Truly amazing dinner experience. We had the filet mignon and they were very flavorful and tender. The service staff was extremely attentive and friendly. The wine list is very comprehensive with something for every budget. I highly recommend this fine establishment. We will be back!
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JoeR
Houston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food. We ate upstairs which is quieter.
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EllenW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
There was such a lovely buzz here without being too loud or overwhelming! The food was incredible and very reasonably priced for the portion you got
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LindsayH
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best steak house in boston - a must try even just once!
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JonathanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful from the wine, service and food . Thank you
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OT
OpenTable Diner
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent restaurant in great Back Bay location. The service is really excellent; professional, friendly, knowledgeable and love the fact that so many of the staff seemed to have long service and were passing on their experience to junior staff. Oysters were delicious and my bavette and fries cooked as requested. Halibut was outstanding and the griddled asparagus was an excellent side dish. Very good wine selection including by the glass (I had US wines - a Sonoma Chardonnay, Napa valley red, and delicious desert wine) and the staff are very helpful. Full of life, lively, quite noisy but not so bad. Will definitely go back!
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KyleR
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
We feel it's overrated and expensive—most overrated $500 meal for four people with no alcohol or desserts.
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Cathy
Greater Boston
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the BEST restaurant in Boston!! We loved it so much.. will be back soon!! Cathy B
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DominicB
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceeded expectations. Food and service were excellent Highly recommend
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excelente service from the back server to the server. The Bavette was a bit salty for me, but food is subjective. Thank you Michael; we’ll be back!! :)))))
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food ,professional waitstaff and great atmosphere. This restaurant is absolute class.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience2
Very noisy
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AdrianN
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A real good dining experience we will never forget.
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ScottyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’re sure to reserve a table every time we’re in Boston. The ambiance is perfect, and the food is to die for.
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MarshallB
Houston
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
100% on point! Great steak, great cocktail and great experience!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Best place every time I come to Boston. Never disappointed.
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JanetO
Greater Boston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server, Trixie, was attentive and helpful. She made the evening fun. The burger was excellent. As the evenoing progressaed, the noise level increased.
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DelW
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best restaurant in Boston by far! I plan to go back!
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johnnypc
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
The steaks were good. The appetizers and side dishes were mediocre. Mashed potatoes were a mix of hot and cold, dependent where the spoon went. Sautéed onions served with steak were cold. Very noisy environment. Overall everything was expensive for what you got.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service ! The experience here is always a home run.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible ambiance and incredible service. We were greeted before even walking in and then taken care of immediately by the host with a smile on his face. Wait staff, specifically Cooper, were attentive and made our experience even more enjoyable. Food came out fast and was absolutely delicious. Such an amazing night all around!
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Ishman
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
Appetizers we’re good. Was informed 25 minutes after ordering g entree item was not available. Secondary item ordered did not meet expectations
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carolinem
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner celebration for my husband! Chris and wait staff were amazing!!
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CynthiaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tanner was exceptional! Very accommodating, helpful, and professional. Truly a wonderful experience!
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zoneofr
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Not of the quality and preparation I would expect at this price point. Overpriced mediocre food.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
it was great as always. everyone there is so nice and wants the best for us all
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JimmyE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zach and Ryan were amazing Food was outstanding Great place with or without kids
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OT
OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall2food3service4ambience4
The food is a bit overpriced. It is somewhat expected with an a la carte menu, but the individual item prices are quite high. The wine prices are drastically high.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and delicious food. Worth the price if you are looking for a high end steak house.
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PaulC
Greater Boston
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food was generally excellent. However, one of us had chicken and it was very salty. The steaks were great and the desert excellent.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Grill 23 & Bar using the Order Online button. Grill 23 & Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 542-2255.

Grill 23 & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 7998 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 121 times today

Order delivery or takeout

161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

Cross street
Stuart Street
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We validate parking from the 100 Clarendon Garage. If you park after 5:00 PM and stay at the garage for less than three hours, validated parking is $5.
Public transit
Green Line, Arlington T stop.Orange Line, Back Bay Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan Marcoux
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.grill23.com/
Phone number
(617) 542-2255
Catering
For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
Private party facilities
Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
Private party contact
Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049

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Grill 23 & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Striploin$54.00

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Shrimp Cocktail$28.00

Local Oysters$26.00

Shellfish Sampler$90.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Salad$27.00

Tuna Tartare$28.00

Lobster Tail$30.00

Appetizers

Caesar Salad$19.00

Greek Salad$18.00

Wedge Salad$22.00

French Onion Soup$16.00

Crab Cakes$24.00

Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo$22.00

American Kobe Steak Tartare$26.00

Lobster Bisque$24.00

Entree

Atlantic Halibut$52.00

Barbecue Spiced Salmon$42.00

Prime Meatloaf$36.00

Roasted Heritage Chicken$38.00

Ricotta Gnocchi$32.00

Steak Frites$36.00

A la Carte

Dry Aged Prime New York*$88.00

100 Day Aged Prime Ribeye*$86.00

American Kobe Cap Steak*$110.00

Striploin Grade A5 Wagyu*$162.00

Filet Mignon*$66.00

Prime Porterhouse*$140.00

Prime New York*$72.00

Swordfish Puttanesca*$52.00

Steamed Lobster$72.00

Yellowfin Tuna*$54.00

Additions

Truffle Butter$8.00

Béarnaise$6.00

Grill 23 Steak Sauce$5.00

Lobster Tail$30.00

Grilled Shrimp$28.00

Au Poivre$6.00

Horseradish Crema$5.00

Hudson Valley Foie Gras$21.00

Oscar Style$28.00

Sides

Roasted Asparagus$16.00

Sautéed Mushrooms$17.00

Sautéed Spinach$16.00

Baked Potato$18.00

Mac N' Cheese$18.00

Grill 23 Tots$18.00

Crispy Hash Brown$20.00

Mashed Potatoes$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Additional information

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