South End Buttery

4.4

2436 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch

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
Website
http://www.southendbuttery.com/
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!

Location
314 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

Restaurant Week Prix Fixe!
US$42.00 per person
2 Mar 2025 - 16 Mar 2025
Enjoy your favorite dishes Sunday through Thursday from our regular menu -- or come on down if you've ever wanted to try us! -- for a special 3-course deal on our regular menu items and dinner specials. $42 gets you an appetizer, main course and dessert of your choice (some extra charges may apply for higher-end items, like our delicious flatiron steak). This is no pre-prepared menu with reduced portions like you'll find at other venues! Enjoy a great discount on our regular dinner menu with specials and some great cocktails at reduced prices!
Salads, Steaks + Fish & Chips!
US$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!

Popular dishes

Buttery FocacciaUS$11.00
heirloom cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, fresh basil, evoo
New England Jonah Crab CakesUS$17.00
spicy tomato chutney and house tartar sauce, arugula
Mezze
roasted garlic hummus, red pepper whipped feta, beet tzatziki, house-made pita chips
- eaUS$10.00
- For All 3 to ShareUS$25.00
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$15.00
chili flakes, garlic, lemon, curry aioli
Crunchy CalamariUS$17.00
fried cherry peppers, grilled lemon, fried sage, chipotle aioli
Devils on HorsebackUS$14.00
bacon-wrapped chorizo-stuffed dates, piquillo pepper sauce, shaved parm
Local BurrataUS$18.00
fig jam, balsamic reduction, evoo, crostini, maple-miso roasted walnuts, herbed sea salt, mike’s hot honey

Salads

grilled chicken breast or chicken milanese $10, 3 grilled shrimp $11, avocado $6, roasted salmon $15, grilled top sirloin cap steak $19

Kale & BrusselsUS$15.00
shaved kale, fennel + brussels sprouts, roasted butternut squash, apples, almonds, pecorino, multigrain croutons, sherry-garlic vinaigrette
Caesar*US$15.00
romaine, shaved parm, garlicky croutons, classic caesar dressing
Greek SaladUS$15.00
romaine, feta, cucumber, red onion, tomato, kalamata, red pepper, fresh mint + oregano, red wine vinaigrette

Mains

Herb-Roasted Faroe Island Salmon*US$29.00
* rainbow quinoa with roasted sweet potato, red and poblano peppers, corn and red onion, smashed avocado, cumin-tomato salsa, grilled asparagus
Fish & ChipsUS$28.00
beer-battered atlantic haddock, fries, posh mushy peas, coleslaw, house tartar sauce
Roasted Half ChickenUS$28.00
air-chilled giannone chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, crispy brussels sprouts, herb-lemon jus
Buttery MeatloafUS$27.00
ground beef + pork, garlic mashed potatoes, crispy brussels sprouts, wild mushroom gravy
Shrimp Fra DiavoloUS$27.00
garlic, shallot, spicy marinara, chili flakes, spaghetti
Steak Frites*US$33.00
grilled top sirloin cap, parmesan-garlic fries, salsa verde, gochujang butter
Eggplant ParmesanUS$26.00
local mozzarella, marinara, basil, spaghetti
Chicken ParmesanUS$27.00
local mozzarella, marinara, basil, spaghetti

Buttery Burgers

all 8oz burgers served on iggy's brioche bun with fries, house-made chips or greens

Niman Ranch Bacon CheeseburgerUS$25.00
crispy bacon, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, truffle aioli
Turkey BurgerUS$25.00
avocado, roasted tomato, lettuce, aged cheddar, chipotle aioli
Chickpea Falafel BurgerUS$25.00
whipped feta, pickled red onion, tzatziki, arugula

Sides

Plain French FriesUS$9.00
with chipotle, curry or truffle aioli
Parmesan-Garlic FriesUS$12.00
chipotle or truffle aioli
Pecorino-Truffle FriesUS$13.00
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00
Grilled AsparagusUS$12.00
Mixed GreensUS$11.00
cherry tomatoes, toasted pepitas, lemon-herb vinaigrette

Cocktails

Grapefruit Rosemary SpritzUS$15.00
citadelle gin, pamplemousse, rosemary dolin dry, sparkling rosé
Sweater WeatherUS$15.00
applejack brandy, rye, chai, orange bitters
FiresideUS$15.00
bahnez mezcal, combier, pineapple purée, lime, chili
The CureUS$15.00
blended scotch, ginger, beet, honey, lemon
Cranberry Sage CollinsUS$15.00
tito's handmade vodka, cranberry, sage, elderflower, lemon
Prickly Pear MargaritaUS$15.00
tequila ocho blanco, prickly pear purée, combier, lime
Peppermint Mocha MartiniUS$16.00
vanilla tito's, caffè moka, meletti cioccolato, equator jaguar espresso, peppermint mocha cold foam
Ginger Peach White SangriaUS$15.00
white wine, peach, fresh ginger, dark rum, white tea, elderflower
Blueberry Basil Red SangriaUS$15.00
red wine, blueberry vodka, fresh basil, citrus

Sparkling

Brut Rosé, Caves Naveran Brut Rosado, Catalonia, Spain, 2019 (750 ml)US$13.00
Prosecco Brut, Tenuta Sant'anna, Veneto, Italy, N/V (750 ml)US$13.00
Champagne, Louis Roederer, Champagne, France, N/V
- 375 mlUS$39.00
- 750 mlUS$75.00
Champagne, Vollereaux, Champagne, France, N/V
- 750 mlUS$68.00

Rosé

Nero d'Avola | Syrah, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2021US$14.00

White

Pinot Grigio, Tiefenbreunner, Alto Adige, Italy, 2021US$13.00
Riesling, Immich-Batteriberg "Kabinett C.A.I.," Mosel, Germany, 2018US$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Black Cottage, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2020US$13.00
Chardonnay, Textbook, Napa Valley, California, 2020US$14.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Golden West "The Promise," Walla Walla, Washington, 2020US$14.00
Vinho Tinto, Casa Ferreirinha "Papa Figos," Douro, Portugal, 2019US$14.00
Rioja, El Coto "Coto de Imaz" Reserva, Rioja, Spain, 2016US$14.00
Zweigelt, Pratsch, Niederösterreich, Austria, 2018US$13.00
Grenache | Syrah | Mourvedre, Domaine le Couroulu "Vaqueyras," Rhône, France, 2019US$15.00

Beer & Cider

Jack's Abbey House Lager, Framingham, Massachusetts
Night Shift Santilli IPA Everett, Massachusetts
Kronenbourg 1664 Carlsburg, France
Foundation Brewing Co. "Epiphany" Double IPA Portland, Maine
Guinness Stout, Dublin, Ireland
Aval Artisanal Cider, Brittany, France
Brooklyn Lager, Brooklyn, New York

What 2,436 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

South End Buttery offers a "delicious and cozy" dining experience with excellent service. Guests rave about the "best breakfast in Boston" and "amazing" brunch, praising both the creative menu and the charming ambiance. Though some find it pricey, the "friendly staff" and delightful outdoor seating make it a neighborhood gem.

2,436 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston2 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience was okay. The waiter was very attentive!
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Maria VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. Keep going back, best pancakes ever!
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Mary VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I know the Sunday brunch rush can be chaotic. But we waited almost 25 minutes after our reservation time to be seated. Also was VERY very warm in the bar area because of the heat blasting, even though it was a nice day outside. Overall love The Buttery though!
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Jonathan VIP
Greater Boston3 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Disappointing Brunch Experience at South End Buttery I recently revisited South End Buttery for Sunday brunch (9 March), hoping to enjoy the same quality and service I once appreciated pre-COVID. Unfortunately, my experience highlighted a significant decline in food value, service, and overall quality since COVID, further reinforcing why I no longer frequent this establishment. The visit began poorly when my reserved table was not ready despite booking through OpenTable. Opting to sit at the bar (as I requested a table upstairs vs. downstairs), I encountered further issues with my order. I ordered pancakes (3), bacon, and French fries with chipotle aioli on the side. What I received was far from acceptable: a single cold pancake, eggs (despite informing the server of my allergy), lukewarm bacon, and truffle fries without the requested aioli. The server did not speak fluent English (she spoke broken English to understand where I pointed on the menu), making communication difficult. She only addressed the egg issue after I raised it. To make matters worse, the server took a shot at the bar with other patrons—including another staff member serving upstairs tables—during her shift. This behavior was unprofessional and added to the already disappointing experience. Given the overpriced meals, lack of attention to detail, and poor service standards, I cannot recommend South End Buttery for brunch or dinner. While it once held promise as a neighborhood gem, it has lost its charm. If you’re considering dining here, I STRONGLY suggest exploring other options as it values BRAND NAME vs. QUALITY OF SERVICE AND FOOD.
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Alejandra
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great night, amazing service from Roberto and his staff. Great food, steak cook to perfection, great cocktails. Overall amazing Night!
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Caitlin
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I would like to try dinner at South End Buttery. Brunch was very good.
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Tracy VIP
Greater Boston19 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food but we were seated at a 2-top in the middle of the room where both customers and wait staff had little room to pass, so everyone bumped into our chairs when moving around the room.
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OpenTable Diner
Fargo1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Appreciate the kindness and attention of the staff with me and my baby. High chair was provided per my request and they folded up and stored my stroller. We are grateful!
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Tami
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We had a reservation and they told us when we sat down that we only had the table for an hour and 15 minutes which felt short but I was fine with that. However, they came over after 50 minutes and told us we needed to leave because the next reservation had arrived. If we were walk ins I guess it would have made sense if they had squeezed us in or something but it didn’t make sense being that we had a reservation. For the prices they are charging, I don’t want to get kicked out of my table lol.
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Carolina
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic experience! The service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The food was incredible, with every dish packed with flavor and beautifully presented. I truly appreciated how accommodating they were with my dairy and gluten intolerance, ensuring I had a delicious and safe meal. Highly recommend for both the quality of food and outstanding hospitality!
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FAQs

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

South End Buttery is rated 4.4 stars by 2436 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

314 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Union Park Street
Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.southendbuttery.com/
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!

South End Buttery

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Restaurant Week Prix Fixe!

Salads, Steaks + Fish & Chips!

Turkey Burger

Caprese

Pear Salad

Starters

Buttery FocacciaUS$11.00

New England Jonah Crab CakesUS$17.00

Mezze

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$15.00

Crunchy CalamariUS$17.00

Devils on HorsebackUS$14.00

Local BurrataUS$18.00

Salads

Kale & BrusselsUS$15.00

Caesar*US$15.00

Greek SaladUS$15.00

Mains

Herb-Roasted Faroe Island Salmon*US$29.00

Fish & ChipsUS$28.00

Roasted Half ChickenUS$28.00

Buttery MeatloafUS$27.00

Shrimp Fra DiavoloUS$27.00

Steak Frites*US$33.00

Eggplant ParmesanUS$26.00

Chicken ParmesanUS$27.00

Buttery Burgers

Niman Ranch Bacon CheeseburgerUS$25.00

Turkey BurgerUS$25.00

Chickpea Falafel BurgerUS$25.00

Sides

Plain French FriesUS$9.00

Parmesan-Garlic FriesUS$12.00

Pecorino-Truffle FriesUS$13.00

Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00

Grilled AsparagusUS$12.00

Mixed GreensUS$11.00

Cocktails

Grapefruit Rosemary SpritzUS$15.00

Sweater WeatherUS$15.00

FiresideUS$15.00

The CureUS$15.00

Cranberry Sage CollinsUS$15.00

Prickly Pear MargaritaUS$15.00

Peppermint Mocha MartiniUS$16.00

Ginger Peach White SangriaUS$15.00

Blueberry Basil Red SangriaUS$15.00

Sparkling

Brut Rosé, Caves Naveran Brut Rosado, Catalonia, Spain, 2019 (750 ml)US$13.00

Prosecco Brut, Tenuta Sant'anna, Veneto, Italy, N/V (750 ml)US$13.00

Champagne, Louis Roederer, Champagne, France, N/V

Champagne, Vollereaux, Champagne, France, N/V

Rosé

Nero d'Avola | Syrah, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2021US$14.00

White

Pinot Grigio, Tiefenbreunner, Alto Adige, Italy, 2021US$13.00

Riesling, Immich-Batteriberg "Kabinett C.A.I.," Mosel, Germany, 2018US$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Black Cottage, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2020US$13.00

Chardonnay, Textbook, Napa Valley, California, 2020US$14.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Golden West "The Promise," Walla Walla, Washington, 2020US$14.00

Vinho Tinto, Casa Ferreirinha "Papa Figos," Douro, Portugal, 2019US$14.00

Rioja, El Coto "Coto de Imaz" Reserva, Rioja, Spain, 2016US$14.00

Zweigelt, Pratsch, Niederösterreich, Austria, 2018US$13.00

Grenache | Syrah | Mourvedre, Domaine le Couroulu "Vaqueyras," Rhône, France, 2019US$15.00

Beer & Cider

Jack's Abbey House Lager, Framingham, Massachusetts

Night Shift Santilli IPA Everett, Massachusetts

Kronenbourg 1664 Carlsburg, France

Foundation Brewing Co. "Epiphany" Double IPA Portland, Maine

Guinness Stout, Dublin, Ireland

Aval Artisanal Cider, Brittany, France

Brooklyn Lager, Brooklyn, New York

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary