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Moonstones
Created by the owners of long standing restaurant COBBLESTONES of Lowell;
Moonstones is named for the pearly moon-like precious gem and oyster native to New England. Moonstones celebrates global bonds—the moon, the sea, the love of food, wine and revelry. We invite you to celebrate with us the worldly influence in all elements ranging from our local, creative raw bar selections, to our tapas
designed for sharing life with friends in mind, to the bread we bake fresh each day to accompany our ‘crostini’ selections. Our creative cocktail menu draws inspiration from various international favorites, as does the carefully selected beer and wine list.
Our design seeks to promote celebration, or just relaxation, in a local, sophisticated atmosphere to chill with friends. Think global, eat local.
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Moonstones is named for the pearly moon-like precious gem and oyster native to New England. Moonstones celebrates global bonds—the moon, the sea, the love of food, wine and revelry. We invite you to celebrate with us the worldly influence in all elements ranging from our local, creative raw bar selections, to our tapas
designed for sharing life with friends in mind, to the bread we bake fresh each day to accompany our ‘crostini’ selections. Our creative cocktail menu draws inspiration from various international favorites, as does the carefully selected beer and wine list.
Our design seeks to promote celebration, or just relaxation, in a local, sophisticated atmosphere to chill with friends. Think global, eat local.
67 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 67 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(36)
- good for groups(28)
- special occasion(27)
- neighborhood gem(26)
- romantic(23)
- vibrant bar scene(21)
Moonstones Reviews List
Review 1 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Never again
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner - overpriced and not remarkable in any way. Definitely not worth going again."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 2 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service are always first rate."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unique food which was fantastic.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unique food which was fantastic. Our party of 3 shared several small plates and the dessert sampler. Everything was interesting, flavorful and the presentation was nice. Have told several people about Moonstones in the past 2 days and can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 4 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food order took over an
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food order took over an hour to arrive and no reason or compensation was offered. Waiter did not know why."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
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Review 5 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We didn't have a very good
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We didn't have a very good experience at Moonstones. The service was very slow, we waited 1/2 hour before we were even offer a drink. We were never offered water and I noticed that all the other tables had water.
I thought the food was just okay. We have been to Cobblestones quite a few times and like it very much.
The manager came over and said next time would be better, but I won't give it a next time."
I thought the food was just okay. We have been to Cobblestones quite a few times and like it very much.
The manager came over and said next time would be better, but I won't give it a next time."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Once you get by the rather
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once you get by the rather nondescript exterior, this restaurant is a fantastic place. It has a cool lounge/bar area, raw bar, and some very yummy mixed drinks. The staff was friendly and attentive which is always a plus. The menu is diverse and interesting drawing from many cultural influences. Something for everyone. I had the rib eye - which was outstanding.
Highly recommended!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific Beer list with many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Terrific Beer list with many unique options. Food was great, service was great...a wonderful meal and we will go back."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love Moonstones and will certainly be back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique tapas and more
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Menu was vast and we liked the idea of tapas style dining (small plates to be shared). Unique menu items ranging from flatbread pizza to lamb to pad Thai. Unique flavored beautifully presented. Server was responsive, very knowledgeable about the menu and wager to answer any questions. If there are large oarties it can get loud in the dining room. Highly recommend."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sunday Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent customer service. Good food and drinks"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 11 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were all impressed,we ordered the wild mushroom risotto, sesame soy lacquered salmon, scallops and shrimp pad thai and chcicken and shrimp piccata. We decided to share all 4 entrees and these were outstanding.
Creme brulee was to die for!
Highly recommend this restaurant!"
Creme brulee was to die for!
Highly recommend this restaurant!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Place was packed. Nice decor.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Place was packed. Nice decor. Menu interesting, but limited. They also had small plates which we will try next time. Service was very slow, but that may been intentionally paced. Planning to go back in the near future."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 13 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
was a little loud. sat next
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"was a little loud. sat next to a hot fire. felt good at first but then began to get real toasty. food was very tasty. service was a little slow, but they had a big group in the same room. I would go again."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 14 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First Timer; May Return with Group
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Pros: Excellent service by Lindsay
Excellent Joe Burger and fries
Very good beer recommendation (Tucher Hefeweisen)
Cons: On the pricey side
Mixed greens salad w/candied pecans & grapes (did they forget to add those?)
Caesar salad croutons (worst anywhere ever!)
Chianti glazed meatballs (overcooked and dry)
Bottomline: Possible revisit for special occasion with group.
Not suitable for romantic or intimate dining.
Not regularly affordable for the average joe."
Excellent Joe Burger and fries
Very good beer recommendation (Tucher Hefeweisen)
Cons: On the pricey side
Mixed greens salad w/candied pecans & grapes (did they forget to add those?)
Caesar salad croutons (worst anywhere ever!)
Chianti glazed meatballs (overcooked and dry)
Bottomline: Possible revisit for special occasion with group.
Not suitable for romantic or intimate dining.
Not regularly affordable for the average joe."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Although Moonstones serves
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although Moonstones serves regular entrees, we went small plates instead. We had an assortment (Moonstones has a wide variety of cuisines fom which to choose), and I highly recommend the meatballs and the prosciutto with figs. For dessert, have whatever th chocolate thing is - absolutely fantastic! Service was very nice, and although the bar was loud, we'll definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hit or Miss?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and ambiance are great. Nice selection of tapas, apps and entrees....great raw bar. Nice drink menu..wine list was only fair. Plenty of free on site parking. Service was only fair...our server was not knowledgeable and unable to answer basic questions on the food and drink menu. He also disappeared for long periods of time. I would give it another try."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 17 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We have been before and the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been before and the menu is now feeling repetitive. The music was too loud for 6pm (more suitable for a bar than a restaurant). There was also a cold draft every time the outside door opened so it was hard to get comfortable. Our particular waitress was not very competent."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 18 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
better out there! terrible
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"better out there! terrible managed. reservations at 7:30 and we sat at 8:15. No longer at our to dine at."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2002
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Review 19 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great but we
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great but we where looking more for a late lunch early dinner on a Sunday at 2:30. The Bloody Mary bar was a welcome surprise. There was limited menu that was not "breakfast" brunch, I thought the food would disappoint but.. not true the Bolognese was very good, flavorful sauce and delicate pasta. The burgers were also good and the fries exceptional. Our friend enjoyed her omelet
and we will be back a little earlier next time to try red velvet pancakes."
and we will be back a little earlier next time to try red velvet pancakes."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always great cocktails and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always great cocktails and dinner! It's a bit of a hidden gem I think. Great Date night place. Staff can be a bit odd."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our server was fantastic.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was fantastic. I wish I could remember his name because I would recommend him to everybody. The food was terrific as well. I would not recommend the baby artichoke tapa however. It is laden with green beans and almost no artichokes. The rest of the food from the oysters to the meatballs were exquisite. Great experience all around."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2009
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Review 22 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first time to
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Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first time to Moonstones and we had a wonderful time and the food was very good."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was fair and service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was fair and service the same. I been here a whole bunch of times. Just seems to be so-so no matter what I have ordered, service is the same."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I will definitely come back here. The food was excellent and the waitstaff was great!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 25 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've been going to Moonstone's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been going to Moonstone's once a month for almost two years and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
As always the food is quite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always the food is quite good, but the prices are insane for Chelmsford MA. I'd go to this restaurant much more if the prices were in line with the location and dining. The prices are high end Boston prices and they simply don't deliver that experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a great experience we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a great experience we had for the third time, we have enjoyed this restaurant for special dinners and have not been disappointed. The wonderful service started at the front door, we were early for our reservation and were seated in the lounge for a drink and quickly severed. Our waiter at the table did a great job and did not rush us through the dining experience; the food was excellent and was price appropriately."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sometimes Valentine Day dinners
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sometimes Valentine Day dinners can be less than memorable. However, we were pleasantly surprised at Moonstones. We started with mock cocktails which we both enjoyed. We tried two appetizers...the mini fondue and poached pears. While the the pears were fine the fondue was to die for. I'd go back just to have the fondue. The best was yet to come. My wife and I shared the Surf and Turf which consisted of two filets, two half lobsters and two potato egg rolls. Everything was delicious and I do not normally like potato. The only disappointing part of the meal was the dessert. We shared the Zeppole. They were too cake like. We will definitely return to Moonstones!!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 29 for Moonstones
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect for a romantic dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at Moonstones and it was wonderful. I noted on the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and we were given a wonderful table by the fireplace--very romantic. The service was fantastic and the platter for two was a perfect way to sample the variety on the menu. We'll definitely back and look forward to enjoying the bar."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Moonstones
Based on the average of (38) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic