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Grill 23 & Bar, Boston, MA

Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
4.8
8712 Reviews
$50 and over
Steak
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Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
$50 and over
Steak
Back Bay

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2 people
19:00
Booked 133 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • 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–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 542-2255
  • 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
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Green Line, Arlington T stop.<br />Orange Line, Back Bay Station
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening at Grill 23 & Bar. Join us for an elegant dinner featuring premium steaks, live music, and a festive atmosphere that’s perfect for celebrating with loved ones or friends!

What 8,712 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Greater Boston

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Boston

    Steak

  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked

  • Greater Boston

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Boston

    Great for fine wines

  • Boston

    Steak

  • Boston

    Most Booked

  • Boston

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grill 23 & Bar offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic service" and top-quality steaks. Known as the "best steakhouse in Boston," it boasts a diverse menu, exquisite wine list, and an elegant ambiance. While some diners mention noise levels, the consistent praise for the food and staff make it a must-visit for special occasions.

8,712 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Misty was an incredible waitress!! She took great care of us, our food and drinks came out extremely quickly, our seats were perfect, she made our night extra special!

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  2. andrea

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our table was at the back of the restaurant despite my father having a cane and not walking well. Our steaks were all either under or over cooked. I wouldn’t go there again for a steak.

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  3. Jim

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Awesome, very good service, great food and drinks.

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  4. Bill

    Greater Boston

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is a reason Grill 23 & Bar is the best steak house in Boston! They hit a homerun in every aspect of the dining experience. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and told our table would be ready in a few minutes only because they know where we like to sit and made sure we would in that area (who does that?) and lo and behold, we were seated at our favorite table! Our server Chris was professional, friendly, and gave us the time to enjoy our cocktails before ordering. We shared a delicious crisp well dressed Caesar salad and for entrees, Filet Mignon for my wife and the Prime New York for me, both medium rare, and a side of the Taleggio Creamed Spinach. Both steaks were done to perfection and the spinach would make Popeye jealous. We finished with the G23 Chocolate Chip Cookies with vanilla milk and Chris added a dish of their homemade ice cream, coffee and vanilla, all yummy! If you haven't dined at Grill 23 & Bar, try it, you won't be disappointed!

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  5. Frank

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently visited Grill 23 and had high expectations given its reputation and price point. Unfortunately, the experience fell short in several key areas. I ordered a medium-rare steak, but it was served very rare, while my wife’s steak was cooked properly but severely underseasoned. The potato pavé was disappointing—each layer of potato had a noticeable bite and chew, suggesting it was undercooked or under-fried. The cream of spinach was underwhelming, resembling sautéed spinach with just a hint of cream, lacking the richness I had hoped for. The cocktails were hit and miss. My Japanese whiskey sour was excellent, but my wife’s gin-based cocktail was forgettable. Dessert was the saving grace—the chocolate cake and coconut cake were excellent. Additionally, the service was exceptional, and the staff’s attentiveness was the highlight of the evening. For a $400 meal, however, I found the food to be a significant miss. It’s hard to justify recommending this restaurant when the overall quality did not match the price.

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  6. josh

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Big fan of this place. Most steakhouses are dark and gloomy….this place is vibrant and light. Food and service is phenomenal. Always great!

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  7. Laura

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff is always top notch! One of our favorite spots for dinner in Boston.

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  8. GEORGE

    Philadelphia

    555 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    555 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fantastic service and delicious food blew us away. The steaks were cooked perfectly, and the sides were excellent. This is probably the best steakhouse in Boston! We highly recommend it hands down. We're looking forward to returning soon!

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  9. Patrick

    New York City

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was top-notch—professional, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. The food was absolutely incredible. The ambiance is lively, and while it can get a bit noisy, the vibrant atmosphere only adds to the experience. All in all, it's definitely a spot worth visiting!

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  10. Mark

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are a little biased. We have been going there for ivermectin 35 years. Still the most non pretentious restaurant at their perspective level. Friendly yet service oriented. Love it.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Mark! We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM

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FAQs

Grill 23 & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 542-2255.

Grill 23 & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 8712 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Grill 23 & Bar restaurant

Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
$50 and over
Steak
Back Bay

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 133 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grill 23 & Bar

161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Area
    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–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Green Line, Arlington T stop.Orange Line, Back Bay Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Marcoux
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
  • 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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