Best Restaurants for Groups in Melrose

The staff were exceptionally pleasant and patient.

We had a reservation at 8:00 pm with a party of 9 on the night before Thanksgiving and were seated promptly—by that hour the restaurant was not crowded. Our server was very attentive and handled our large mixed-age group well. Once we’d ordered, our food came out promptly. On the whole, we were quite happy with the quality of the food, though one in our party found the chicken to be without much flavor (though they said the pasta and sauce were excellent). The Tuscan Ravioli was particularly good. Not an outstanding meal, but good food at reasonable prices with excellent service and a pleasant atmosphere for our large group.

Bistro 5 is one of the best restaurants in Greater Boston. Last evening our drinks, apps, mains and dessert were all excellent. Like really excellent. We ate at the bar, which was lively, congenial, fun. The staff is welcoming and attentive. Highly recommended!

Korean sticky ribs were great!| Pollo tacos were a bit spicy for me, but Jonathan, our server brought me some sour cream which helped. The flavor was very good! The Earls Bacon Cheeseburger dod not disappoint and the fries were skinny and delicious!

Great experience! About half the table ordered the special and it did not disappoint!! Service was great as well!!