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33 Restaurant & Lounge reservations 33 Restaurant & Lounge

33 Stanhope Street
Boston, MA 02116

33 Restaurant & Lounge features a popular Contemporary American menu, uniquely fusing traditional New England cuisine with hints of the exotic. Under the guidance of Executive Chef, Nuno Alves, this flavorful menu has gained popularity for its versatility in vegetarian options as well as the ability for dishes to cater to dietary needs. Using the best locally grown produce, freshly caught seafood, and home-made pastas, dishes don flavorful sauces that compliment each ingredient perfectly. The moderate sized wine list is food friendly, with both American and International selections, and a focus on important small producers. To complete the unforgettable experience, an award winning 33 Cocktail Menu tempts all from the suit-clad after work crowd to the late night bar and dining scene. A full bar serving both creative and classic cocktails has a state-of-the-art sound system.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Columbus/Clarendon
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 3.6 out of 5 3.6 out of 5 (57 Reviews)
Food 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.9 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • special occasion (20)
  • romantic (19)
  • fit for foodies (18)
  • vibrant bar scene (18)
  • hot spot (16)
  • late-night find (14)
  • neighborhood gem (11)
  • good for groups (9)
  • notable wine list (6)
  • great for outdoor dining (2)
  • scenic view (1)

33 Restaurant & Lounge Reviews List

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Absolutely delicious. Extremely well put together menu, presentation and service. Having the chef bring us our desserts was an especially nice touch, too bad I was too shy to compliment him on job well done!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/17/2010
(review submitted 03/19/2010)
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Review 2 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"It was quiet the night we went, a Monday during a rainstorm. The restaurant is tucked away, feels special from the outside and the same once you come inside! the food was all delicious, especially the cod with clams and chorizo- yum. Will definitely go back!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/15/2010
(review submitted 03/17/2010)
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Review 3 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I have eaten at 33 in 2005, 2007, 2008, and recently in 2010. Always excellent everything....except my experience a few days ago. Everything was great, I like 33, but my meal just wasn't anything special. Very good food, but nothing that I couldn't make myself. For a $200 dinner, it was not worth it. Drinks are VERY overpriced, as is the food. Awesome menu. Nothing to write home about.

If I am going to drop that coin, may as well go next door to Mistral.
"


Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/13/2010
(review submitted 03/15/2010)
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Review 4 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Fantastic dinner! Started a glass of champagne...then had the chef's charcuterie and tuna tartare with crispy chops. Shared the handmade pasta with truffles, then had the pork chop and the roasted cod with lobster broth. Yum! Service was fantastic and attentive. Great vibe with lots of energy."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/12/2010
(review submitted 03/15/2010)
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Review 5 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I had heard good things about 33 but also heard some negatives and finally had to try it for myself.
The food was good but nothing I would go out of my way for. We arrived at 730, dinner for 2. Valet parking was expensive ($16) The restaurant was quiet because it was a rainy night, still they seated us in the bar area.
The serveice was polite but I had a feeling that the waiter was eyeing my date. The tuna tartar was good, but nothing I haven't had at other restaurants. I had the filet and my date had the duck. I ordered the filet rare and it was cooked medium but still tender and flavorful. The vegetables served with the filet were too firm. The duck was prepared well but a bit fatty for a restaurant with 33's reputation.
"


Special Features: hot spot

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/13/2010
(review submitted 03/15/2010)
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Review 6 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Took 20 minutes for them to take our order...great food small portion fir price"

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/26/2010
(review submitted 03/12/2010)
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Review 7 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Unbelievable appetizers and side dishes. Entrees were done very well too. Simple menu, check it out first before going to make sure you're down with what they offer. Highly suggest valeting as the parking is non-existent unless you're lucky enough to find a spot on the street. Very robust wine list."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/09/2010)
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Review 8 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"My experience was fair to good. the decor is the best thing about the restaurant. We received free oyseters when we were there on Friday night which was very nice. My gnocchi was okay. The oyster and tuna tartare were tremendous. The highlight of the evening was a smoking hot woman viciously making out with hoodie-wearing weirdo. They were all over each other. It made for some good laughs by my table and our neighboring table of women."

Special Features: romantic

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/07/2010)
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Review 9 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Went there on a Thursday night and found the place 80% empty, which is quite a change from a year ago. I still love the interior design of the place and the bar with the changing lights, but was not very happy with the quality of the food this time - probably will just come for drinks next time - cocktails were excellent."

Special Features: special occasion

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/04/2010
(review submitted 03/06/2010)
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Review 10 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was overall good, service even better. It is a little more on the lounge side than fine dining restaurant, but it's in the name!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/03/2010
(review submitted 03/05/2010)
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Review 11 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"We went to dinner at 8pm and the restaurant was pretty empty. The hostess was very nice to seat the two of us at a quiet table away from where a party of 20 was soon to arrive. Once the party did arrive it made the atmosphere more energetic and that was excellent. The service was great and the food was incredibly yummy. The only suggestion I'd make is for the bottled beer to be a little colder. Overall it was a fun time out in the city and a positive experience! 33 is worth a visit."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/26/2010
(review submitted 02/28/2010)
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Review 12 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Dinner was very good. We were slightly disappointed to be seated close to the door. The service was mediocre but the food was very memorable. Very good."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/28/2010)
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Review 13 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We dined early, prior to a concert at Symphony Hall and enjoyed a delicious prix fixe meal - arugula & feta salad, thick cut pork chop over a bean and fennel base and a delicious chocolate & rasberry mousse for dessert. We enjoyed a gin martini and a glass of pinot grigio, as well. The location is convenient to the theatre district and the concert halls. It is tucked away on Stanhope Street (off of Clarendon) and cutting through the Prudential Center bridge (where we parked) to Copley Place and exiting from Neimen Marcus helped shelter us from a driving rain that night. Definitely a place to dine again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/25/2010
(review submitted 02/27/2010)
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Review 14 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We went for the Valentine's Day experience and boy was that a mistake. Right off the bat I cringed when I saw the pricing for the Pre-set menu was printed right at the top. I did not need my date to know how much this was costing. In the future, please don't. A true romantic takes the price tag off of nice things, not just cheap things. It was a five course meal and we had to ask for one of the first courses. They brought out one of the second courses with one of the first courses so I never got my crab cakes. The server was unattentive. All of the food was tasteless and cold. Even the tables next to us were asking for salt to put on everything. Not a good sign."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/26/2010)
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Review 15 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Tasty food, but the restaurant part seems to be an afterthought to the bar/club scene."

Special Features: late-night find

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/19/2010
(review submitted 02/21/2010)
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Review 16 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Spent Valentine's Day there with a set menu that was absolutely amazing. Our waitress was fantastic and the enviornment was perfect. Couldn't have asked for a better experience."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/21/2010)
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Review 17 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"It was a nice spot, nice ambiance. Service was a little slow. Food was good but, should have been better for the price point."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 18 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The waitress at the next table was excellent. Our waitress was inexperienced. 1) Finished plates were left on the table longer than normal. 2) Water was not refilled until requested. 3) We had to try many times to get her attention."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 19 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Valentine's dinner at 33 was a treat. The ambiance was sleek and modern, but not at all harsh. The restaurant/lounge theme was well executed in the main dining area. Service was outstanding without being overbearing; perfect for a couple on a date. The food and wine selections were well paired and well presented, with interesting combinations I would not have picked out myself. The sommelier was very helpful and personable. My wife and I plan to return again soon."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 20 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Nice, intimate setting. Food was great... from oyster appetizer to the cheesecake dessert. Great find!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 21 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Service was caring, generous, efficient -- excellent. Ambiance was not particularly to our taste, but that would've been fine. Our problem was with the food. One our main courses (duck) had to be done over again, which they did cheerfully, but still wasn't great. The other main course (a fish) was edible but that's all. Maybe in a cheap restaurant that would've been OK, but not for the high prices they charge."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
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Review 22 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"It was amazing, we put in our reservation for last minute and they had 10 minutes until the kitchen would be closing. They quickly found us seating and kept the kitchen open to cook the Fillet Mignon which was amazing!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/06/2010
(review submitted 02/08/2010)
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Review 23 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Only 4 or 5 tables and the service was really slow. Food was good, but nothing stood out."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 02/07/2010)
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Review 24 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The food was very good, but I still couldnt help feeling the menu was overpriced. $18 for a small pizza? Other than that, its a very cool vibe, not many restaurant/lounges with this feel. The service was great, manager stopped by our table to chat."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, romantic

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/19/2009
(review submitted 12/21/2009)
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Review 25 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"While "33" was busy with a private event, we were relocated to "Stix" where we were able to order from the "33" menu. The food was great but, we were hoping to show our guest where we had enjoyed such a wonderful 2009 Valentine's Day dinner. In any case, it was a nice leisurely meal with very good food. The baklava cheesecake was so incredibly scrumptious and an overly indulgent portion!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/04/2009
(review submitted 12/16/2009)
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Review 26 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"After reading many negative reviews online, we were hesitant to try this restaurant. The food was delicious and abundent. Our waitperson was very attentive but service lagged at the dessert stage because a private party was seated for dinner. We eventually had to inquire about the status of our dessert, which was brought immediately. Overall, it was a good experience and the pre-fix menu is a very good value."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 27 for 33 Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"We had expected it to have more gluten-free options because of the reviews on-line, and were disappointed in this respect. The food was also incredibly salty."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/21/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for 33 Restaurant & Lounge Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.9 out of 3 (Moderate)
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