Over the Charles

3.8

240 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Great for scenic views
Charming
Neighborhood gem

**WE ARE CURRENT CLOSED FOR THE SEASON -- THANKS FOR A GREAT SUMMER BOSTON**

Set on the 16th floor of the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston-Cambridge, enjoy a laid-back atmosphere while taking in stunning views of the scenic Charles River and Boston city skyline at this outdoor rooftop bar in Boston. Grab your friends and enjoy the summer nights under the stars with crafted cocktails, a selection of wines and locally-brewed Jack's Abby beers with lite bites.

(21+ after 8:00PM)

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pub
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 222-0788
Website
http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/BOSSBDT-Doubletree-Guest-Suites-Boston-Massachusetts/dining.do#1
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sean Stapelfeld
Catering
Contact (617) 562-4160 for more details on Boston private event options at Over the Charles Rooftop.
Private party facilities
Contact (617) 562-4160 for more details on Boston private event options at Over the Charles Rooftop.

Location
400 Soldiers Field Rd, Boston, MA 02134-1805
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Cross street
Cambridge Street
Parking details
$5 discounted parking with checks over $50.00
Public transit
MBTA Bus 64: Cambridge St @ Mass Pike
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Burrata & Roasted Tomatoes$18.00
soft cow’s milk cheese, roasted tomatoes, torn basil, balsamic glaze, grilled baguette
Mediterranean Platter$20.00
stuffed grape leaves, feta cheese, chickpea hummus, tabbouleh, marinated Greek olives, warm naan
Buffalo Chicken Dip $18.00
tri-color tortilla chips
Bone-In Chicken Wings $18.00
buffalo style or lemon pepper
Truffle French Fries$16.00
white truffle oil, herbs, grated pecorino
Pulled BBQ Flatbread$18.00
Jack’s Abby BBQ braised onion, white cheddar, scallions
Artichoke, Roasted Tomatoes & Leek Flatbread $18.00
Nut-free pesto spread, pecorino cheese
Fried Calamari $18.00
Rhode Island-style fried calamari, pepperoncini’s, marinara and lemon herb aioli

Mains

DT Angus Beef Burger $25.00
bacon, onion jam, bleu cheese, toasted brioche bun, housemade chips
Impossible Burger$28.00
plant based patty, melted vegan cheese, roasted tomato hummus, ciabatta bread, housemade chips
New England Lobster Roll$38.00
toasted brioche, coleslaw, housemade chips
Crispy Chicken Sandwich$23.00
lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayonnaise, bread & butter pickles, housemade chips
NY Sirloin Strip au Poivre*$48.00
12oz certified angus beef NY Strip, peppercorn crusted, cognac demi, herb roasted potatoes, steamed asparagus
Roasted Salmon Bowl$35.00
“cure” seasoned atlantic salmon, mixed grains, roasted vegetables, apple cider vinaigrette
Fish & Chips$30.00
coleslaw, housemade tartar sauce, lemon, fries
Greek Chicken Bowl $32.00
chilled cous-cous salad, grilled asparagus, feta cheese, tzatziki
Split Pea Penne Pasta$21.00
lentil “bolognese’, wilted greens, roasted pearl onions

Dessert

Chocolate Torte$12.00
raspberry sauce, whipped cream, berries
New York Cheesecake$12.00
seasonal fruit compote, whipped cream

What 240 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.6Food
3.5Service
4.4Ambience
3.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Great for scenic views
Boston
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Over the Charles offers a "spectacular" view of the Charles River and Boston skyline, making it an ideal spot for scenic dining. Guests frequently highlight the "amazing" service, especially from standout servers like Maria. While the menu is limited, the ambiance and excellent service create an overall "wonderful experience."

240 Reviews

A
Abby
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wanted to take a moment to recognize the exceptional service I received during my recent visit to Over the Charles. I’m somewhat of a regular, but my sister and brother in law were visiting from out west and I brought them for dinner here on Saturday night. Olivia, our server, was the best- she managed to balance giving us space with checking in just the right amount, and her thoughtful, funny demeanor truly made our visit even more great. Also, the gentleman at the door (I unfortunately didn’t catch his name) was wonderful. He offered me many options for seating while the restaurant was quite full, but shortly afterwards he offered a better spot with a fantastic view when it became available. We had the best time catching up, but left talking about how wonderful your team is. Thank you!
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Tom
Greater Boston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A fun evening with impeccable views pre-concert at Scullers. And - an amazingly good lobster roll.
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Susan
Ottawa
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Salad ordered with salmon is of an appetizer size. Piece of salmon was 2” x 2.” They didn’t hold the cukes as requested. “Mixed greens” contained about half raw kale and pieces of old, rotted lettuce. Nobody refilled our empty water glasses from the time meal was served. We watched diners at next table leave, and then a new party seated, without table being wiped down. May be OK for a drink because the view is nice.
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Matheus
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff, the place, the food... all amazing. So good. Our server was the sweetest lady. 10/10 recommend.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Nice view, we enjoyed the food, worth visiting for the view
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Jared
Greater Boston
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was ok. Chicken sandwich was chewy, burger was dry. For the price and quality, not worth wasting money on it. Waitress was friendly when at the table, but took 40 minutes once appetizer arrived and actually getting up from our table to get someone to serve us. we also waited another 30 minutes before seeing our waitress and we had to again ask the bar tender to flag our waitress down to get our check. View was nice, but unless you're at the edge, your view will be obstructed by other patrons. Try other rooftop bars if you're hoping to eat. We aren't picky or high maintenance, but the cost-to-value ratio is heavily against the value. This is my first review for anywhere I've eaten and only wrote one to save others money and time.
Over the CharlesResponded on August 27, 2024
Dear Jared, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us regarding your visit to Over the Charles. We are sorry to hear that the food and service did not meet your expectations, especially regarding the preparation of your chicken sandwich and burger as well as the long wait times you experienced. This is not the level of service we strive for, and appreciate your honest feedback so that we may follow up on these items with the entire team.
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Tia
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Just got drinks here, the views are amazing, ambiance is always on point. Such good value.
Over the CharlesResponded on August 27, 2024
Tia, thank you so much for sharing your comments with us regarding your most recent visit to our Boston rooftop bar. It's great to hear how much you enjoyed the view, our drinks and the overall ambiance the rooftop provides. We know there are many rooftop choices in Boston and appreciate you choosing to visit Over the Charles! Hopefully you'll visit us again soon.
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Jacqueline
Greater Boston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food sucked a lot- I got a chicken sandwich and it was so dry/hard I could barely bite through it. It took our food over an hour to come out. The view was very pretty and they were playing great music. The drinks were good, but food sucked.
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Austin
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Maria was an amazing hostess!! She helped us with everything and made our night incredible!!
Over the CharlesResponded on August 27, 2024
Austin, thank you so much for sharing your comments with us and for the five-star review. We are delighted to hear how much Maria's hospitality made for an incredible night out at our Boston rooftop bar. Hopefully you'll visit us again soon before our summer season ends.
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Emily
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came in after a long drive to Cambridge, the food was great, the views were great and our server Antonio was excellent!
Over the CharlesResponded on August 27, 2024
Thanks for the great five star rating. We are so happy to hear that Antonio could provide you with a fantastic dining experience after a long drive. Hopefully you'll have another chance to visit us when your travels bring you back to Cambridge.
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FAQs

Over the Charles is rated 3.8 stars by 240 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

400 Soldiers Field Rd, Boston, MA 02134-1805

Additional information

Cross street
Cambridge Street
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
$5 discounted parking with checks over $50.00
Public transit
MBTA Bus 64: Cambridge St @ Mass Pike
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sean Stapelfeld
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/BOSSBDT-Doubletree-Guest-Suites-Boston-Massachusetts/dining.do#1
Phone number
(617) 222-0788
Catering
Contact (617) 562-4160 for more details on Boston private event options at Over the Charles Rooftop.
Private party facilities
Contact (617) 562-4160 for more details on Boston private event options at Over the Charles Rooftop.

Over the Charles

Not bookable

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Soups & Salads

New England Clam Chowder $12.00 / $14.00

Garden Vegetable Soup $12.00 / $14.00

House Salad$15.00

Classic Caesar Salad$16.00

Shareable

Burrata & Roasted Tomatoes$18.00

Mediterranean Platter$20.00

Buffalo Chicken Dip $18.00

Bone-In Chicken Wings $18.00

Truffle French Fries$16.00

Pulled BBQ Flatbread$18.00

Artichoke, Roasted Tomatoes & Leek Flatbread $18.00

Fried Calamari $18.00

Mains

DT Angus Beef Burger $25.00

Impossible Burger$28.00

New England Lobster Roll$38.00

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$23.00

NY Sirloin Strip au Poivre*$48.00

Roasted Salmon Bowl$35.00

Fish & Chips$30.00

Greek Chicken Bowl $32.00

Split Pea Penne Pasta$21.00

Dessert

Chocolate Torte$12.00

New York Cheesecake$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Is Over the Charles currently accepting reservations?

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