Metropolis Cafe

4.8

1592 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 42 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for brunch

Metropolis Café, nestled in Boston’s Historic South End with views of lively Tremont Street, combines fine dining and warm hospitality at casual prices. Our dinner menu features favorites like Rigatoni, Pan Roasted Natural Chicken with foraged mushroom crème and whipped garlic Yukon potatoes, Sriracha Glazed Brussels Sprouts served with house-made buttermilk ranch and celery salad, and our creamy Risottos. Join us for a beloved neighborhood brunch on weekends, where locals and visitors enjoy a relaxed, cozy atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for dinner or a weekend brunch, Metropolis Café offers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Boston’s South End.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, European, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 247-2931
Website
http://www.metropolisboston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dolly Bourommavong

Location
584 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118
Area
South End
Cross Street
Between Clarendon St.and Dartmouth St.
Parking details
None
Public transit
Bus stops near our front door at 584 Tremont Street Green Line T stops, Back Bay and Copley Silver Line on Washington Street
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Cucumber and Avocado White GazpachoUS$11.00
Za'atar Granola, Labneh Yogurt, Lemon Juice and Cold Press Olive Oil
Sriracha Glazed Brussels SproutsUS$10.25
House Made Buttermilk Ranch and Celery Salad
Maryland Style Crab CakesUS$14.75
Snap Peas, Shaved Radish, Pickled Bermuda Onion, Sauce Remoulade
Baby Gem Lettuce and Watercress SaladUS$10.50
Shaved Fennel, Spring Veggies, Jammy Egg, Croutons & Buttermilk Ranch
Spring Kale and Shaved Snap Pea SaladUS$12.75
Radishes, Orzo, Scallions, Golden Raisins, Feta, Hazelnuts, Citrus Vinaigrette
Asparagus TartareUS$13.50
Avocado, Tomato Ramp Relish, Capers, Crispy Shallots, Sherry Gastrique
Rope Grown MusselsUS$15.50
Coconut Ginger Broth, Crushed Tomatoes, Pickled Chile's and Grilled Country Bread

ENTREES

Pan Roasted Natural ChickenUS$26.75
Foraged Mushrooms Creme, Whipped Yukon Potatoes and Pea Shoot Salade
Asparagus and Morel Mushroom RisottoUS$24.50
Sweet peas, Favas, Radishes, Preserved Lemon & Crème Fraiche
Rock Shrimp RisottoUS$28.50
Wilted Lacinato Kale, Spanish Chorizo, Salsa Verde, Parmesan
Hacked Chicken & Truffled Shrooms RisottoUS$26.25
Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken, Foraged Mushrooms, Perigord Truffle Butter
Idaho Rainbow TroutUS$27.25
Stuffed with Wilted Spinach, Preserved Lemon, Fennel and Charmoula
The RigatoniUS$25.00
Crumbled Fennel Sausage, Chili Flakes, Sweet Marsala and Parmigiano
Faroe Island SalmonUS$29.00
Sautéed Spring Vegetables, Morel Mushrooms, Sweet Pea Purée, Ramp Relish
Loin Lamb ChopsUS$31.50
Sesame and Mint Orzo, Sugar Snap Peas, Sultanas, Cucumbers & Garlic Labneh
The BurgerUS$20.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Cheddar and "Special Sauce" on a Potato Bun with Shoestring Fries

SIDES

Truffle FriesUS$8.25
Wilted SpinachUS$9.00
Cauliflower Potato GratinUS$9.25
Melted leeks and Asiago
Sautéed Spring VegetablesUS$11.50
with Green Garlic and Charmoula

DESSERT

Wild Main Blueberry CrumbleUS$10.25
Cornmeal & Almond Crumbles, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Mango Panna CottaUS$9.75
Strawberries, Mint, Crushed Pink Peppercorns
Coconut Layer CakeUS$10.00
Lime Coulis and Chantilly Cream
Warm Flourless Chocolate CakeUS$11.75
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

What 1,592 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
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Boston
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Metropolis Cafe is a beloved South End gem known for its "great cozy cafe atmosphere" and "amazing food and drinks." Patrons praise its "wonderful ambiance," "friendly service," and "fantastic mocktails." A perfect spot for brunch or dinner, it consistently delivers "excellent food" in a "charming, intimate" setting.

1,592 Reviews

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Gerry VIP
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I hadn't been here for a while, and so I tried two items that I hadn't seen on the menu before: the chicken livers appetizer and the veal scaloppini. Their slogan is "Small kitchen, big flavors". Couldn't have said it better myself! Outstanding.
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glenn VIP
Greater Boston37 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant has been around for about 30 years and always extremely busy. There must be a reason! If you want a great meal at a "Boston" restaurant this is the place to go.
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Thomas VIP
Greater Boston18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fabulous as always. We love the staff! Food amazing too!!!
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Liz VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious meal for dine out Boston
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jennifer VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite restaurant in the South End. Checks all the boxes!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The food is great, but service was very unpleasant. Rude waitresses.
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patricia VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food. Great atmosphere. Quiet enough to have a conversation without shouting
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Kim
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful staff, food and drinks!! Wonderful restaurant week menu
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Connor VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Great cozy cafe atmosphere and fantastic food and service. I got the cod and it was my favorite meal in a long time, perfectly cooked and very flavorful. Will definitely be coming back!
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Sydney
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing and the staff was very kind. It had a cozy ambiance
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FAQs

Metropolis Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 247-2931.

Metropolis Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 1592 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 42 times today

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584 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Clarendon St.and Dartmouth St.
Area
South End
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, European, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Bus stops near our front door at 584 Tremont Street Green Line T stops, Back Bay and Copley Silver Line on Washington Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dolly Bourommavong
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.metropolisboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 247-2931

Metropolis Cafe

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

STARTERS

Cucumber and Avocado White GazpachoUS$11.00

Sriracha Glazed Brussels SproutsUS$10.25

Maryland Style Crab CakesUS$14.75

Baby Gem Lettuce and Watercress SaladUS$10.50

Spring Kale and Shaved Snap Pea SaladUS$12.75

Asparagus TartareUS$13.50

Rope Grown MusselsUS$15.50

ENTREES

Pan Roasted Natural ChickenUS$26.75

Asparagus and Morel Mushroom RisottoUS$24.50

Rock Shrimp RisottoUS$28.50

Hacked Chicken & Truffled Shrooms RisottoUS$26.25

Idaho Rainbow TroutUS$27.25

The RigatoniUS$25.00

Faroe Island SalmonUS$29.00

Loin Lamb ChopsUS$31.50

The BurgerUS$20.00

SIDES

Truffle FriesUS$8.25

Wilted SpinachUS$9.00

Cauliflower Potato GratinUS$9.25

Sautéed Spring VegetablesUS$11.50

DESSERT

Wild Main Blueberry CrumbleUS$10.25

Mango Panna CottaUS$9.75

Coconut Layer CakeUS$10.00

Warm Flourless Chocolate CakeUS$11.75

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

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