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Grill 23 & Bar, Boston, MA

Grill 23 & Bar

4.8
4.8
8724 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
20:00
Booked 113 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 8,724 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.

8,724 Reviews
  1. Vincent

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow what a great meal, fantastic night out, amazing service by Ryan at the main bar. Will definitely be back, thanks for everything.

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  2. Ilana

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beef carpaccio with fois gras and truffle was amazing, filet mignon was delicious. Atmosphere and service was high-class. I highly recommend!
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Ilana, We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  3. Kristin

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our third year taking our parents to Grill 23 after the Holiday Pops concert and it is always just perfect! No where is the food as good, the service as impeccable, and the ambience so lovely! I cannot imagine going anywhere else.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Wow! Thanks Kristin. We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM

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  4. Lindsay

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super amazing food and service !! Be careful if you’re placed by a window - you will be super cold! I had to leave my winter coat on…..
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks Lindsay! Apologies for the chilly table. We are generally happy to move guests upon request. We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  5. Marcus

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went early at around 6:30pm and expected to be there before the rush. It was really busy. The atmosphere, although noisy was great. Food and service were both fantastic!
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks Marcus! Yes, busy time of year. Hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM

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  6. George

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just the best place for date night and all special occasions
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you George! Let's hope you have another special occasion soon. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  7. Alastair

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food Beautiful Decor Generous portions Out waiter Benji was very knowledgeable and polite checked on us often.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Alastair, We'll share with Benji. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  8. Amer

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We go to Grill 23 every Holiday season, this year it was sooooooo busy and the staff couldn’t keep up. Despite the stress, our waiter was very gracious and communicated well. The food was really good, my husband loves the food there. I think they should have better staffing ratios next time. 

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  9. Randy

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful! Could possibly be the best dining experiences I’ve had in the forty plus years of dining out. The wait for our reservation was a little long but the staff certainly made up for it throughout the night. The table, the meal and the service from Heather was impeccable. My highest recommendation to try it soon.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks Randy, Sorry for the wait. A very busy time of year! We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM.

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  10. Justin

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is an exceptional restaurant. We had a really great server named Sonny. They only do lunch during December. It was a real treat to do this meal in the middle of the day. The price tag for two people was astronomical, however. (They offered us a 60 ounce Japanese Wagyu tomahawk steak for $650, for example. We passed.). That being said, in the end, it was well worth the price in my opinion.
    Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks you Justin! 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 8724 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
20:00
Booked 113 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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