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Downstairs Fireplace Room - South End Buttery, Boston, MA

South End Buttery

4.5
4.5
2401 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
South End Buttery is a neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and full bar/restaurant by night. The Buttery's award-winning food has a reputation for combining seasonal, local ingredients to create exceptional everyday food at everyday prices. The Buttery takes casual fine dining to new heights, with classic comfort food as well as dishes for the health and calorie conscious that pair beautifully with the affordable wine and beer selections. You'll feel like you're dining in your own home – but you won’t have to do the dishes!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 482-1015
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Richard Gordon
  • Catering
    We cater small and large home and office events 7 days of the week. Check out our website for our corporate catering menus or contact our catering manager, Siearra, at catering@southendbuttery.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Please send an email to managers@southendbuttery.com to inquire about large party reservations. We are a small restaurant, but we will do our best to accommodate your needs!
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Cross street
    Union Park Street
  • Parking details
    Private parking lots are also available one block away at the corner of Harrison Avenue and Waltham Street and at 505 Tremont Street, the Calderwood Pavilion.
  • Public transit
    Back Bay Orange Line -- 5 minute walk
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Salads, Steaks + Fish & Chips!

    $29.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us Sundays through Thursdays for salad, steak and fish and chip specials! With endless fries and posh mushy peas how could you go wrong? Cocktail specials also available at bargain basement prices!
    Salads, Steaks + Fish & Chips! Photo

What 2,401 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
South End Buttery is a charming neighborhood spot known for its "amazing cocktails" and "attentive service." The cozy atmosphere and delightful outdoor seating create a memorable dining experience. While the food is often praised as "delicious" and "exceeding expectations," some guests note room for improvement. Overall, a beloved brunch and casual dining destination.

2,402 Reviews
  1. Nancy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to the Buttery two times—once for brunch and once for dinner— and each time we loved it. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant.

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  2. Heather

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It was dirty and cold. It was a very cold day but still so cold and the ambiance was not good. I also booked downstairs and they put us upstairs.

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  3. Ken

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salmon benedict, western omelette and pancakes were the best we ever tasted! The service was excellent and the room was cozy and warm sitting by the fireplace. Can’t wait to return.

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  4. Gerald

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great hideaway especially on a snowy evening. Steak Frits and cocktails great

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  5. Susan

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    72 reviews

    4.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super friendly and accommodating staff. Very cozy atmosphere. Would definitely go back.

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  6. Sara

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We went in the winter and the downstairs is cozy with the fireplace. The food was fresh, seasoned and nicely presented. It was a busy Saturday evening and service lagged little near the end of our meal. We would return again and recommend you try it too.

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  7. Jeremy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Basement fireplace room was perfect on a winter day and food was good and service prompt. What upended the entire experience was the host coming down to tell us that 50 minutes into our meal she needed us to leave in order to clear the table for another party. This was not a walk in and a party of 6 that we reserved so there should have been ample time allowed for our experience. And 50 minutes is not acceptable. What's more is the way she asked was short and rude. Great way to ruin what had been a great start.

    2 people found this helpful

  8. Sharon

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Mussels very good. Ordered focaccia bread to soak up excellent sauce. Turkey burger very good. Veal parm so-so. Not very happy with our table or the music. Very pricey for what we ordered.
    South End ButteryResponded on December 15, 2024
    Hi Sharon, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at South End Buttery. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our mussels and turkey burger so much! We do not currently serve veal parmigiana, although we used to serve chicken parmigiana on earlier menus.

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  9. Matthew

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal here. The restaurant is very cozy and welcoming.

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  10. Jon

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time and we loved it!! The food was original and ambience was great.

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FAQs

South End Buttery offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. South End Buttery also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 482-1015.

South End Buttery is rated 4.5 stars by 2401 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for South End Buttery

314 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Union Park Street
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private parking lots are also available one block away at the corner of Harrison Avenue and Waltham Street and at 505 Tremont Street, the Calderwood Pavilion.
  • Public transit
    Back Bay Orange Line -- 5 minute walk
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Gordon
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 482-1015
  • Catering
    We cater small and large home and office events 7 days of the week. Check out our website for our corporate catering menus or contact our catering manager, Siearra, at catering@southendbuttery.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Please send an email to managers@southendbuttery.com to inquire about large party reservations. We are a small restaurant, but we will do our best to accommodate your needs!
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