"I have eaten at Sonsie for both lunch and dinner many times, but this is the first time I've tried the brunch. There was enormous variety, wonderful food and lovely presentation. I will certainly return for this meal again!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"Good food, excellent service. Only one criticism, not enough salmon on my eggs Norwegian. Everyone else was very happy with the food. Make a reservation."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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"We frequent Sonsie and are always impressed with their amazing food and great atmosphere. May be a bit loud for some parties but we love the energy!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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"Food was really good. Ambience was a little lounder than I anticipated so it was hard to have a discussion without either leaning in or shouting. (I was dining with an important colleague from France so leaning it was a little inappropriate and awkward.)"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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"I love Sonsie and will continue to eat here, however nothing on this most recent menu really jumped out at myself or the other two I was with. Will probably wait until the season (and menu hopefully) changes before going back. Our service was great though!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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"My boyfriend and I were looking forward to sonsie However, from the beginning with the hostess it went from bad to worse. She had a horrible attitude which made us wonder why this place would have someone like her - someone who's rude to the guests - be the first person one would encounter. Then the waiter waited 20 minutes before even stopping by the table (which we didn't even have menus). The service is very slow. Then when the food came out it wasn't anything to talk about - very plain. Definitely not worth what you're paying. The salmon is just 2 oz and costs $23. The pizza wasn't good nor were the spring rolls. It took an extra half hour just trying to get our check. The front part looked nice but won't ever eat there again!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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"Had to wait a bit to be seated even though we had a reservation, but our waitress was fast and really nice. Cocktails were good and the food was fantastic"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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"With the reopening of Boston's Bolyston St area, a trip to Sonsie's was a requirement. As always the food was wonderful, the service top notch and the scene was great to watch. Always trust the specials. I wish they would give you a bigger breadbasket- but you can always ask for more.
Trust the wine recommendations and enjoy"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"The food and service at Sonsie was great. We started dinner at the bar with drinks before dinner and found the bar keepers to be very attentive to our needs. Once we moved to the table our waiter was very energetic and helpful in heloing us make our selections. Our appetizers, entree, and desserts were all very good. I enjoyed it so much I returned the following evening to try other things on the menu, and had a similar experience."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"This restaurant was considered a busy restaurant located on the Newbury St., thus, prior to dining there, we make sure to make a reservation. However, upon arriving, we were told to wait for our table for more than 20 minutes even though we called to make sure that we were coming, if a little bit late. The food was great, but the waiters were a little bit hard to get there attention. Overall, it would be a nice place to hang out, but not recommended on a busy weekends."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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"I've been to Sonsie a couple times and have always been satisfied. It seemed they were struggling with keeping up with reservations this time as we had to wait about 40 minutes past or reservation time to be seated, but hopefully that was just the day. The food is good, but would not make me want to wait that long past a reservation in the future."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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"My wife and I have birthdays one day apart. We dined at Sonsie on my birthday as a dual celebration. The restaurant was so noisy we had great difficulty hearing each other, and had we dined with another couple, we would not have been able to carry on a conversation with each other. The food and service were fine, but the noise level would prevent us from returning to Sonsie"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
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"We ate here the last two Easter Sundays for brunch because it was a la carte and not a costly buffet. The brunch menu covers everyone's tastes from Eggs Benedict to gourmet personal pizzas, plus an excellent bread basket. I was particularly impressed that although the place was packed, we were seated within 5 minutes of our reservation time both years. The service was just right. It is a lively hot spot when the windows are open onto Newbury Street. The tables are close but it's a fun vibe."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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"We were here for Easter Brunch. Delicious meals: Baked eggs, Quiche, Steak and eggs. Service was quick and friendly. All in all a good experience until the bill came. We were charged for a drink we did not have, and when we notified the waitress, she said "There's an extra mimosa on there isn't there?" It felt like we were being knowingly overcharged, rather than a simple mistake. The incident did not ruin our Easter Brunch, but it left a bad taste in our mouth for Sonsie."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
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"This was a perfect spot on a sunny day to treat my cousin visiting from out of town to a delicious slice of Boston's food &cultcha! We were in the second row of tables facing the open view of Newbury's foot traffic, so our starter of people watching was very satisfying. We sipped blood orange mimosas and feasted on rum banana French toast and the sausage/potato frittata, both were large portions & delish. The only reason I didn't give the food 5 stars is that I like a little crunch in my French toast - the flavors were great, but rum caramel sauce took away the crispness of the toast, I guess that is the downside of rum caramel! The servers were friendly, attentive, but not obtrusive. Make a reservation if you go on the weekend!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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"Brought out of town business guests for late dinner and the music was SO loud, we practically had to yell to be heard. Very difficult to have a three way conversation. Been here many times, but will never bring guests after dinner time again. Very disappointed."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
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"The host staff accommodated the seating request I included with my reservation, even though it was a busy brunch. Eric provided STELLAR -- friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The cherry on top was delicious food! The perfect Sunday brunch, will definitely be back soon."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"As always we had a wonderful dinner at Sonsie. The food was delicious and the waiter was attentive and quick- we informed him we were in a bit of a rush. There wasn't an empty table in the restaurant and the vibe was energetic and fun. I will always go back for a guaranteed good meal."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Terrible service. Was very disappointed. I saw many waiters and staff just standing there doing nothing and it took over and hour for us to see any food. We only saw food after we had asked three of their staff to find out why it was taking so long. We went on a Saturday at 1:30pm."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2006
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"Had an open table reservation. We arrived on time and had to wait 35 minutes for a table. If the food had been excellent I would have gotten over the wait. But it wasn't."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
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"I really enjoyed Sonsie. My friend ordered the frittata for lunch and it ended up being a little spicy for her taste. She wasn't sure whether to mention it or not, but the manager came by and asked how everything was and offered to replace it for her without any fuss. We ended up ordering two desserts and finished off the meal with the spice cake (which was to die for) and the banana pudding."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch
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"Very mediocre dining experience. Service was slow. I hope we had a new waitress because if she was experienced, then I'm scared for this place. She didn't know what kind of bourbon's they had at the bar, when she came back couldn't remember them all. Our oyster order was messed up, I ordered 6, my friend ordered 2, we got 7 and 6. It took forever to correct my friend's order. It's oysters, you shuck them, I thought they had gone back out to the bay to get fresh ones. All the while my oysters were still sitting in front of me. Bread showed up to the table very late. I had the trout, it was very "meh."
It was raining, on the way out we asked if they could call us a cab and they said no. I've never had a restaurant not call a c"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
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"The hostesses were SO nice, the waiters were so attentive, the food is amazing, great great spot! One of my favorites in Boston."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Sonsie is a great spot on Newbury St. In the summer they open up the windows in front which is nice. At night the lighting is very dark, a good ambience for date night. Every entree I have had here has been well put together and original. Their pizzas are unique, delicious, and inexpensive. Definitely one of my go to spots."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"I like the food at Sonsie, but just be aware that it gets very busy and the wait staff is attentive but can also have some oversights. It was really loud and would be fun for groups of friends. I have also been here when it's less busy. I like Sonsie and will go back, there are things on the menu I still want to try!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Sonsie is always great for date night. I enjoy the seating by the window. There is always great people watching to do from there. The ambiance is sophisticated chic, romantic dimmed lighting. I am always pleased with my meal and the level of service. The staff is very professional and not pretentious. I always book through Open Table and request a seat near the window Each time I've done that, I have been seated right in front of the windows. They definitely cater to my requests. I highly recommend Sonsie for dates, catching up with friends or even dining solo."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Great spot to take clients or dates. Reasonably priced with above average service. Easy access from Hynes t-stop and on always-perfect Newbury Street."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"This was our first time to Sonsie. The service was prompt and very attentive. The wait staff was well versed in the wine list and recommended a few based on our dinner selections. The scallop appetizer was delicious. The mussels were good but coming from Maine I didn't find them great. The butternut ravioli was very flavorful and some of the best we've had. The salmon was very good but on a bed of greens that included asparagus (which I don't eat) which wasn't mentioned on the menu that I recall. All in all a great experience, wonderful food and attentive wait staff."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Sonsie has been a fixture on Newbury Street for quite a while. This visit showed me that they've maintained the edge that put them on the map in the first place."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Went for my son's (& my) birthday. The staff, especially Eric, our waiter,was great. The manager even sent over a birthday dessert on the house. 5 stars from me. We will be back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion, hot spot
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