The Vermilion Club

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   Matthew

   Greater Boston

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our first time at Vermilion, and we will definitely be back! We went for a Christmas Eve lunch, and will return to try the dinner menu as well. Our lunch was fabulous and reasonably priced, especially excellent the food and service were. While it appears to be primarily a restaurant that specializes in steaks, at least for lunch we found the appetizers and side dishes to be superb as well. Cases in point: the broiled clams were so tasty, the French Onion Dumplings were delightful, and the Crispy Artichokes are a MUST! I had the French Dip, which was miles beyond any such sandwich I’ve had before: incredibly tender, on crispy yet light bread with Gruyère cheese and a perfect horseradish sauce on the side. (The skinny French fries that came with it were absolutely addictive.) My dining partner had the Spicy Steak Salad and he loved it. Our server Carlos was a true professional: gracious and attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and the wines, and happy to engage in conversation (though never intrusive). The location is great for me because I live and work near downtown and the Wharf District. The Vermilion is on the second floor of a new building, and you could easily walk past it if you weren’t looking for it specifically. Once inside, it’s quite comfortable and has a lovely island bar. The lounge-style seating is comfortable, classy yet relaxed. I look forward to visiting again, and can’t wait to try the dinner options!
   

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   Mia

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambiance was great. They had an extensive cocktail menu and a very creative menu, with options I have not seen at other steakhouses. The first two cuts of steak I tried to order were sold out, but I think maybe because of the storm yesterday there may have been unusual circumstances. The appetizers (we got the steak tartare and cobb salad) were delicious! We also got the veal, NY strip, baked potato and brussels. Do not skip the brussels, the best side dish I have had at a steak house. Unfortunately my steak was not great, however it was the actual quality/cut of the steak, the way it was prepared was great. Again, I think there was unusual circumstances with the steak as snake river farms is the best, and the manager was AMAZING about rectifying the issue. We would definitely love to come back and try it again with the full steak menu available or even just at the bar for their amazing atmosphere and cocktail menu.
   

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   Jeffrey

   Greater Boston

   8 reviews

   2.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Sat at the bar, service was poor. We were basically ignored and had to ask to order drinks and food. The drinks were weak and the food was just ok, was expecting way better quality for the price.
   

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   Kevin

   Greater Boston

   9 reviews

   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Great food at brunch. Excellent espresso martinis. Zero buzz. Perhaps more lively in the evening.
   

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   Michael

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The steaks were not very warm and mostly fat. For a steak house especially in the Finace district I expected a lot more. The lobster was fantastic and staff were great
   

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   pooyan

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Kitchen is super slow , should order everything including desert right when you sit down.
   

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   Elizabeth

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Andres A was a fantastic server. His support team was equally as amazing. A very thoughtful and professional group to take care of us! Would return for the service alone!
   

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   Michael

   Greater Boston

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 15 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was great, great atmosphere and great service. The drinks were also very tasty and would definitely recommend to go back. French onion dumplings were great, spiced Prime rib was great, along with the Manhattan, spicy margarita and white Russian.
   

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   Domenic

   Greater Boston

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 13 December 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Applebees quality food for Capital Grille money. Slow service, low volume (full price) drinks, thoughtless menu, undercooked (bland) food. Examples: - Tiny martini glasses that were half filled - Salmon that was served raw with uncooked Brussels sprouts - Seasoned prime rib that wasn’t seasoned and half fat - Truffle Mac and cheese that more closely resembles overcooked pasta and mayonnaise Dinner for 4 was $500 before tip and the only way I’d go back is if it were for a refund.
   

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    Sam

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    Great food, great decor. Service was a little slow but that was to be expected as the bar area was packed. Although expensive, the food on the market entrées list was well worth it.
    

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