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Verve Restaurant
Welcome to Verve Restaurant, where contemporary French infused New American food combines with artistic decor and ambience, giving genuine meaning to its namesake.
Specializing in Prime steaks, Verve offers steak-house style sides and sauces for every taste. Also offered are carefully selected bistro wines from our cellar, European and domestic beers and fashionable martini's and cocktails.
On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights,
visit our Soho inspired upstairs lounge for cocktails, parties and special events or enjoy live eclectic music in our historic landmark bar, the very spot where the first drink was served in Somerville after Prohibition.
Whether it's an intimate dinner, a casual evening, or a special occasion, Verve strives to make it a memorable experience.
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42 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 42 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(20)
- special occasion(19)
- fit for foodies(15)
- romantic(15)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
- good for groups(7)
Verve Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
No One Cares
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For me to send back good it has to be really bad, but I did it here. No one really seemed to care. That's the kind of place this is."
Dined on 5/20/2013
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Review 2 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Touch of France in Somerville
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Verve is a pleasant surprise in downtown Somerville. Although the menu is somewhat limited, the selections are diverse. On my last visit, I had two of the specials, green tomato gazpacho and sautéed bronzini. Neither disappointed. My date had the Caesar salad and chicken roulade. We also had the creme brûlée. Verve is worth the visit."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brunch at Verve
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family dined at Verve for Mothers Day Brunch. The food was delicious and the service was good. It is a nice restaurant and I welcomed the opportunity to dine someplace other than the typical chain restaurants in the area."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a Great Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Verve is always a terrific night out. The food is the highlight with this place. Always on or above par with many top-notch New York restaurants---we've never had a bad meal. Atmosphere is moderate in the dining room and the bar area is more lively. We certainly be coming back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Restaurant was more than expected
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Restaurant was more than expected (great!), food was excellent, and service was great. A little more noise than I wanted for group dinner / conversation; maybe will use the downstairs dining next time.
Satisfied."
Satisfied."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, hot spot
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Review 6 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
So bad had to walk out
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Where to start. The restaurant chose to substitute side dishes at their whim without asking. Ordered tuna main course the portion would have been unacceptable as an appetizer let alone a main course. Three tiny pieces for $30! If they can get away with it they will, we chose to walk out. Be aware. Horrible experience. Will not return nor recommend. Big disappointment. Shame on them."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
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Review 7 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
this is our favorite and it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"this is our favorite and it did not disappoint. each couple shared the poached pear salad and the dinners chosen were the chicken, 2 poached lobsters and i seared tuna. each dish was sublime!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Verve: in Latin means slow!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Shame on us for trying this a second time after trying New Year's and getting a price switch AFTER we were there.
The tables are too close,the acoustics stink - we couldn't hear each other across a small table for 4. The service was pathetically slow - the waiter kept coming back to advise us "it's coming" - what...The end of the world? I think that was sooner! This was not only the kitchen but the bar - I guess we were still waiting for the wine to ferment.
My friend asked for half her meal to go - we waited and waited. But "it was coming" - the waiter rolled his eyes AT US in impatience that we had the nerve to keep asking.
Guess what? It didn't come - it was lost! Guess what - we're not coming back either!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
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Review 9 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very cool place to hang out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been here twice. The first time for appetizers and drinks, and the second time there were 5 of us for dinner and drinks. I really like this place. The food is very good, but the drinks are excellent. The place is not cheap, but I really like the mood in there - there's something just cool about it. The two bartenders I've seen in there - the younger thin tatooed guy, and especially the middle-aged glasses guy are two very cool cats that make excellent drinks. I really like the place."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 10 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful atmosphere. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful atmosphere. The bar is separated from the dining area and both areas are wonderful. Very nice for special occasions. Food was wonderful; cooked to perfection. Well worth the price."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious. Uncomplica
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious. Uncomplicated American/French fare, but very well done. A little on the higher price end, but definitely worth it. Great selection of craft beers. The upstairs lounge area is very intimate, candlelit, and great for after dinner drinks if you're looking to be somewhere more quiet.Only complaint is that the drink prices were high. I did appreciate the small selection of good wines though."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent menu. Great food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent menu. Great food. Will return."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. They
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. They fell down on the dessert. Menu said "souffle" it was actually a chocolate cupcake."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 14 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second Time not a Charm
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second venture to Verve. The first was outstanding-the second not as great. To start, we brought a bottle of wine.The waiter indicated there was no problem and that he would charge us a small corking fee. Next, the waiter told us of the specials. I ordered one that sounded tasty. Unfortunately, I was initially quoted the incorrect price. I ended up choosing a less costly entree. The appetizers (clams) were outstanding. My entree (duck) seemed undercooked and wasn't that tasty. My wife's tuna had fat lines throughout which she didn't recall having on our first trip. When the check came we were shocked to see a $15 corking fee. I questioned it and eventually the manager reduced it to $7. We may visit again."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
we came there to see the band
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we came there to see the band dark city strings my son was the banjo player, enjoyed them and also enjoyed your restuarant. and i am glad we did. my husband had the steak and said it was ok it was a little fatty really not worth the price, but i had roast chicken and it was good, i am a very picky eater and have food restrictions and our waitress was very good and tried to accomodate me but i settled on the roast chicken, you should add a grilled chicken dish to the menu, that would have made my day."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great special occasion meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a delicious dinner on Saturday night. We went early, so it was quiet when we arrived, but by the time we left there was a lively bar scene upstairs. The food was great. Steak was cooked right the first time,..amazing. My husband had two items from the Mardi Gras menu and he enjoyed them both very much. Our only regret was that we were too full for dessert!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We've dined at Verve before.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've dined at Verve before. Again service was very good and the entree as well. One disappointment was the Ceasar salad, it was quite oily."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Saturday Night at prime time
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Saturday Night at prime time is very noisy at Verve. Food is good, however, the waiter made several errors on the orders. The menu is very limited and there were only 2 specials outside of the regular menu. I would recommend but would be sure to let people know of the noise level and the limited menu."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 19 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Gem in Somerville
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Verve always changes up the menu each week and the choices are never a miss. Each entree is cooked to perfection and the service is just as good. They have a nice variety of wines and the specialty cocktails are wonderful."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative dishes but limited
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Creative dishes but limited menu. Very good house wine. Nice selection of specials. All four of our meals were very good. Conversation was sometimes difficult due to noise level but overall a positive experience."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
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Review 21 for Verve Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not Worth It
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first time at Verve. We went because we had received a gift certificate for Christmas. There was a lively crowd in the bar on the main level. The menu is limited. I ordered one of the specials, which was a venison dish prepared like osso buco. It was served with faro, mushrooms and broccoli rabe. It was very good. My husband ordered a steak, which was served with a choice of a sauce on the side, but no other accompaniments. The sides were extra and there was nothing that he liked. The pear salad was very good. The mushroom soup was tasteless. The dessert, bread pudding was nothing special. For the price, the value is not there. We'll go elsewhere for a $165 dinner."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Verve Restaurant
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate