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The Cottage Wellesley, Wellesley, MA

The Cottage Wellesley

4.5
4.5
2883 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 97 times today
  • 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.

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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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Menu

Smalls

  • 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

                                                  $8

                                                  • Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

                                                    • French Fries

                                                      • Grilled Asparagus

                                                        • Broccoli

                                                          • Sweet Potato Fries

                                                            Last updated: 16 April 2023

                                                            What 2,883 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

                                                              Good for groups

                                                            • 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 in Wellesley offers a cozy dining experience with consistently "great service" and a menu catering to all tastes. Diners praise the brunch, especially the "delicious French Toast" and "excellent halibut." While some mention noise and occasional dish disappointments, the "friendly and attentive staff" ensure a welcoming atmosphere.

                                                            2,883 Reviews

                                                            1. Tim

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              9 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              9 reviews

                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Food was great and a lot of it. Our service was exceptional!

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                                                            2. Milton

                                                              VIP

                                                              Orange County

                                                              60 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              60 reviews

                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Good place for lunch. We plan to go there again.

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                                                            3. Nathaniel

                                                              VIP

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              51 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              51 reviews

                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Always careful attention to Gluten Free needs. Super friendly staff. Good value too.

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                                                            4. Jill

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              11 reviews

                                                              3.0

                                                              11 reviews

                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 3
                                                              3. Service 3
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              I’ve had better experiences at The Cottage. Today was just so-so. I’ll go back and won’t expect so-so!

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                                                            5. Jennifer

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Had a nice experience at The Cottage. Fantastic service,

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                                                            6. Bree

                                                              VIP

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              3.0

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              Dined on 27 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 2
                                                              3. Service 4
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              This restaurant has gone down hill since the new chef came on board. I used to live several dishes and they are all lower quality. It's sad.
                                                              The Cottage WellesleyResponded 7 days ago
                                                              Hi Bree, thanks for the review and input. This is the owner John. We take these very seriously and are always trying to improve. Can you give me the specific menu items that have lower quality for you so we can focus on them? Thanks and Happy New Year!

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                                                            7. Josh

                                                              London

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined on 24 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Always great at the Cottage! We came in for a family holiday lunch.

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                                                            8. Leo

                                                              VIP

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              11 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              11 reviews

                                                              Dined on 23 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 4
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Great place for lunch. Service was solid and pleasant. Food was very good for each of the five of us. Reasonable menu and reasonable price.

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                                                            9. Paula

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              3.0

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 3
                                                              3. Service 3
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              Our server finally came over after 10-12 minutes of sitting down. I found it to be quite loud and hard to hear my table’s conversation. We ordered brunch which was good, had to ask for water, butter, salt & pepper and jam after getting our meals and more coffee. This was my fourth time there - I wouldn’t order the brunch again, I think the lunch is better. Our server was friendly, but not attentive.

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                                                            10. Michael

                                                              VIP

                                                              Greater Boston

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              The usual great service and food we have come to expect. Chicken Milanese is my new favorite.

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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 2883 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
                                                            19:00
                                                            Booked 97 times today

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                                                            Google Map for The Cottage Wellesley

                                                            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.

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