The Cottage Wellesley

4.5

2856 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Great for brunch

The Cottage, an upscale-meets-casual eatery in Linden Square Wellesley known for dependable, fresh, SoCal inspired menu options.

We partnered with Taniya Nayak, a featured interior designer on popular Food Network programs such as ‘Restaurant Impossible’ to transform the once light-flooded, beach-like, SoCal atmosphere to a warm, lively, and New England-comfort interior. Enjoy an emphasis on natural woods, live greenery, and pops of welcomed fresh color in the new interior and brand.

The Cottage will remain the same tried-and-true neighborhood eatery with a re-defined focus on local, fresh, and honest product, for the whole family, every day. The Cottage Wellesley’s new menu is created by Culinary Director, Peter Hansen, who brings his vast experience from all over the world to Wellesley, MA. In his career, Hansen has appeared on six episodes of Iron Chef and has worked alongside incredible culinary talent such as Michael White and Bobby Flay.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Californian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–7:45 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 239-1100
Website
http://www.cottagewellesley.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Josh Gagne
Private party facilities
Celebrate with us! We are here to make your special occasion a truly memorable one. We make event-planning easy and enjoyable featuring 1-on-1 planning with our private dining coordinator, custom select menu options, and a refreshed + cozy private dining space for up to 30 guests.

Location
190 Linden Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
Area
Wellesley
Cross Street
Washington Street
Parking details
Free Parking in the public lot at Linden Square.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Breakfast with Santa at The Cottage Wellesley
US$15.00 - US$35.00 per person
14 Dec 2024 only
Join us at The Cottage for our annual Breakfast with Santa! No better way to celebrate the holiday season than a tasty breakfast buffet and a visit at your table from Mr. Santa Claus himself! Bring your little ones in for some Christmas Magic and a fun family celebration of the holidays. Your reservation will reserve you your own table, access to our Breakfast Buffet for you and your kids, a visit for Santa Claus and plenty of photo ops! Adults are $35 per seat, and children are $15 per seat. Payment will be due at the restaurant.

Popular dishes

Chicken Tortilla SoupUS$7.00
white cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, tortilla strips
Four Cheese-Mushroom AranciniUS$15.00
arrabiata sauce, herb oil
Not the Same Old NachosUS$14.00
fontina & cotija cheese, corn salsa, mango guacamole, lime crema
Eggplant FriesUS$14.00
lemon aioli
Spicy Fried CalamariUS$16.00
hot cherry peppers, chili aioli, fresh lemon, cilantro
Ahi Tuna NachosUS$16.00
sesame crusted, Asian vegetables, peppers, wasabi cream, ginger vinaigrette

Salads

Add: chicken $6, shrimp $11, ahi $9, organic salmon $16

California Caesar**US$13.00
creamy avocado dressing, tomatoes, sourdough croutons, shaved parmesan
Brussels Sprouts**US$16.00
arugula, hazelnuts, goat cheese, tomatoes, pomegranate vinaigrette
Southwest Chop**US$14.00
greens, black beans, avocado, cotija, tomatoes, tortilla, chili lime vinaigrette
Beet & Avocado Bowl**US$16.00
quinoa, greens, tomato, walnuts, blue cheese, lemon vinaigrette
Harvest Bowl**US$16.00
greens, sweet potato, wild rice, brussels, walnuts, maple tahini vinaigrette

Handhelds

Fried Eggplant Sandwich**US$18.00
roasted red pepper, tomato, arugula, pesto mayo, focaccia, fries
Grass Fed Burger* **US$18.00
lettuce, tomato, onion, aged cheddar, brioche bun, fries
Turkey Burger**US$17.00
cranberry aioli, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, fries
Cottage Fish Tacos**US$19.00
corn tortillas, griddled tilapia, baja sauce, pico de gallo, guac, cabbage
Short Rib Tacos**US$19.00
cilantro lime slaw, cotija cheese, red onion jam, avocado, corn tortillas
The Impossible Burger**US$17.00
smoked chile aioli, sweet onion jam, pickled jalapeño

Mains

Maple Glazed Organic Salmon* **US$31.00
asparagus, sweet & spicy glaze, mashed potato
Seared Maine Scallops**
lobster-tarragon risotto, melted leeks, saffron-vanilla cream
- MKT
Fish & ChipsUS$22.00
light & crispy, slaw, remoulade
Chicken Piccata**US$23.00
capers, lemon, artichoke hearts, capellini pasta, parmesan cheese
Vegetarian Gnocchi**US$22.00
potato gnocchi, lemon cream sauce, zucchini, corn, tomatoes
Short Rib Fettuccine**US$26.00
pearl onions, roasted pepper, mushrooms, asparagus tips
Chicken Milanese**US$24.00
fennel, arugula, tomatoes, red onion, oranges, lemon-thyme vinaigrette
Steak Frites* **US$32.00
hanger steak, caramelized shallots, maître d'hôtel butter, French fries

Sides

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
French Fries
Grilled Asparagus
Broccoli
Sweet Potato Fries

What 2,856 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Boston Metro West
Great for brunch
Boston Metro West
Child-friendly
Boston Metro West
Healthy
Boston Metro West
Great for outdoor dining
Boston Metro West
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Cottage Wellesley offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for family gatherings and brunch with friends. Guests rave about the "terrific chicken Milanese" and "wonderful service." While some dishes occasionally miss the mark, the menu's diverse offerings, excellent cocktails, and attentive staff keep diners coming back for more.

2,856 Reviews

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Rose
Greater Boston
121 reviews
vip
5.0
121 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love when you are greeted and seated with professionalism. The waitress suggested some great choices. I choose the Brussel Sprout salad, it was large and wonderful. I didn't think I could eat the whole thing, but I did. My friend enjoyed her burger, the fries were good too. Since it wasn't too crowded, we were able to sit and relax. Thanks for a great afternoon.
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Shruti
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service and ambience were nice but the food was not great. The chicken dumplings were fried and not very tasty. Presentation was not great. Chicken piccata was divided into 2 portions which was nice of them, tasted ok.
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Chris
Greater Boston
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
There appears to have been a decrease in food quality
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Donna
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Atmosphere good. food was just okay. brunch potatoes spicy, no one ate them.
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Page
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Last night was disappointing. Food was not as good as usual.
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Harry
Greater Boston
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Still the best place to have lunch in the Wellesley Needham area. My go to lunch destination.
The Cottage WellesleyResponded 2 days ago
Thank you!
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Nicole
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love The Cottage! I meet a friend here several times a year for a weekend morning brunch. It’s such a cozy spot! It’s the perfect place!
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Jennifer
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The service was horrible. We waited for 45 minutes to place our order. My friend’s salad came without any dressing and we couldn’t flag anyone down. Will not be going back any time soon.
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Anne
Greater Boston
23 reviews
vip
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Have had good experiences here in the past, but tonight the waiter was inattentive and not very friendly. The southwest chopped salad that used to be yummy was pretty much just greens and a little avocado. The chicken piccata was very good and the brownie sundae was delicious.
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maryQ
Houston
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
While I have one or two less-than-stellar experiences here two years ago, it’s been consistently awesome for the last year. A friend and i meet here every two months or so. The menu has decent variety and the portions are generous. Everything is presented well and tastes excellent. Lots of gluten free options. The Bloody Mary’s are great-no overdone garnishes (like, it’s a drink, not an entree), just a few simple things and a perfect mix. Service is mostly good. They can get quite busy but i never feel rushed out. The space is very open with lots of natural light.
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FAQs

The Cottage Wellesley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 239-1100.

The Cottage Wellesley is rated 4.5 stars by 2856 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

28 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

190 Linden Street, Wellesley, MA 02482

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Washington Street
Area
Wellesley
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–7:45 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free Parking in the public lot at Linden Square.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Josh Gagne
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.cottagewellesley.com/
Phone number
(781) 239-1100
Private party facilities
Celebrate with us! We are here to make your special occasion a truly memorable one. We make event-planning easy and enjoyable featuring 1-on-1 planning with our private dining coordinator, custom select menu options, and a refreshed + cozy private dining space for up to 30 guests.

Featured in

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

The Cottage Wellesley

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Breakfast with Santa at The Cottage Wellesley

Cottage Fish Tacos

Fish & Chips

Chicken Milanese

Smalls

Chicken Tortilla SoupUS$7.00

Four Cheese-Mushroom AranciniUS$15.00

Not the Same Old NachosUS$14.00

Eggplant FriesUS$14.00

Spicy Fried CalamariUS$16.00

Ahi Tuna NachosUS$16.00

Salads

California Caesar**US$13.00

Brussels Sprouts**US$16.00

Southwest Chop**US$14.00

Beet & Avocado Bowl**US$16.00

Harvest Bowl**US$16.00

Handhelds

Fried Eggplant Sandwich**US$18.00

Grass Fed Burger* **US$18.00

Turkey Burger**US$17.00

Cottage Fish Tacos**US$19.00

Short Rib Tacos**US$19.00

The Impossible Burger**US$17.00

Mains

Maple Glazed Organic Salmon* **US$31.00

Seared Maine Scallops**

Fish & ChipsUS$22.00

Chicken Piccata**US$23.00

Vegetarian Gnocchi**US$22.00

Short Rib Fettuccine**US$26.00

Chicken Milanese**US$24.00

Steak Frites* **US$32.00

Sides

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

French Fries

Grilled Asparagus

Broccoli

Sweet Potato Fries

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Cottage Wellesley offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Cottage Wellesley restaurant rated?

Is The Cottage Wellesley currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Featured in

100 Boston / New England Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day