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The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
The People's Kitchen of The Citizen is about hand crafted artisanal products prepared by our chefs for the people. We buy, butcher and utilize whole animal with our in house charcuterie and dry aging regimens. We are also committed to locally produced and grown products, as we celebrate food as it was intended to be consumed. The People's Kitchen of The Citizen is a revolution of food, drink and conversation and will not be televised. Vive la Food! Dining is available upstairs in The People's Kitchen Wednesday through Saturday with an ever-changing menu focused on seasonal products. You may also dine with us at our wine bar, which offers a full menu, including our Signature TPK steaks, with a focus on artisinal cheeses and chocolates. Outdoor Patio seating is available and heated and covered during colder months. PLEASE let us know where you would like to sit when you make your reservation in the "Special Request" box. Thank You.
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61 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 61 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(22)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(40)
- notable wine list(32)
- special occasion(30)
- neighborhood gem(22)
- romantic(21)
- good for groups(16)
The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love The People's Kitchen. The menu always impresses, the drinks are amazing and the service is outstanding."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a Surprise!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I selected this spot to bring my elderly parents and family to celebrate a special occasion. My parents; who are usually not big fans of anything 'different' loved the cheese and meat board to start our meal. The pick 3- price fixed menu is a winner! Win celection was great and our server was super!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really like that they offer a prix fixe menu option with great selections. They also offer some great wines."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy dining with the Niche Group. The Prixe Fix menu is tough to beat for value. On this occasion there were four of us celebrating Mothers' Day. Weather didn't cooperate so we dined indoors. Everything was perfectly cooked and delicious. We all had the mussel appetizer. Entrees were the sirloin steak, filet mignon, cod, & cornish game hen. Desserts were bread pudding, creme brulee, and chocolate plate."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Waiting for Godot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"90 minutes from order to entrée "because of a large party". If you go and there is a large function / reception anywhere in the restaurant or courtyard, leave! We were the last party to leave and we had a 7:30 reservation ...and it was not by choice!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 6 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were in Worcester for graduation and found The Peoples Kitchen through open table. The service was great. The ambiance was warm and inviting and the food was dellicious. Would go back for another special occasion."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Free valet parking was crucial
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Free valet parking was crucial to this being a successful night, as street parking is very limited in the area. The host greeted us, we told him we had reservations and he stated that it looked like we had reservations in the People's Kitchen(it did not ask to specify on Open Table), but we wanted to eat at the Citizen, he said there was an open table but we had to be out by 8:15 for another group. I thought that was a little rude...but we ended up leaving by 8pm anyways. The chef's platter was great, a little more guidance from the waiter would have been helpful. The entree's were also delicious. Would love to go back for a drink and appetizer."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great job by all. Andrea was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great job by all. Andrea was our server did a great job. Kitchen messed up one salad by not putting dressing on the side but was fixed quickly. We will return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 9 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was another very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was another very good experience at People's Kitchen. We think it is a great find in the Worcester area. The food is always good and the service is excellent. I would have given the food 5 stars but the Creme Brûlée was watery and cool. Otherwise our meals were excellent and we will be back!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 10 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
If they could just get rid
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If they could just get rid of the lingering cigar smoke it would be perfect"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great dining option in Worcester
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu is excellent, the space is unique, the waitstaff are attentive and we really enjoy dining here any time we visit Worcester. The charcuterie is a nice option for starters. Also, their bar does a really great job on their cocktails and they have a pretty good wine list."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lived up to expectations...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food quality and service were top shelf. My wife and I split the chefs cheese/meat board which was great. We both had the filet mignon which was buttery, fork tender and cooked perfectly as were the sides of whipped potato and sauted seasonal vegetables. I opted to add the foie gra to my filet which was a great addition. The chocoalate desserts pared with seasonal berries was very good as well. Wine list was extensive, reasonably priced and had a lot of different wines along with the ususal suspects almost as if the owners went out of their way to find good wines at resonable prices to offer thier customers. All in all a good find and I would suggest you check this place out."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was outstanding best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was outstanding best meal I have had in a long time! However I could only rate as good overall because the smell of tobacco from the cigar bar next door permeates the whole restaurant. From the minute I entered the building it was all we could smell. If the smell of smoke bothers you find another spot to dine."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 14 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great and waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great and waitress was friendly."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
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Review 15 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was wonderful.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was wonderful. My three kids were accomodated nicely. Specialty cheeses and chocolates. Fantastic wine selection. WONDERFUL dinner."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining Delight
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first time at The People's Kitchen and it certainly won't be our last. We love places that offer unique dining options and felt that the menu here was terrific. We were also impressed that it changes monthly. We started with the Chef's Choice platter that offered 3 meats (they chose) and 3 cheeses (we chose). Feeling somewhat full after that, I ordered the pumpkin soup and spinach salad and my husband ordered the 21 day aged sirloin. Everything was delicious. We would have gone for dessert, but honestly couldn't have eaten another bite. The waitress was delightful and very informative - suggesting we try the ginger beer (fabulous!!). We consider this place a good find and would recommend it without reservation."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Let down
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We really like this restaurant group and frequent the others often. Unfortunately, our first time at the People's Kitchen was a disappointment. Some part of that was the madness going on just outside at the time of our reservation. A Sharks game was starting at the DCU. Traffic was horrific and parking a disaster. So, from the start our experience may have been jaundiced by the challenges getting into the place. Didn't get much better after that. The host seemed completely bewildered and never acknowledged that we had a reservation, barely even greeted us, and unceremoniously deposited us in a library quiet spot. Then the waitress was simply inattentive and lacking in any real charm. The food was pretty good but not enough to compensate."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 18 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We went on a Saturday evening.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went on a Saturday evening. Our table was in the middle of two walkways/paths used by customers and staff and nothing else was available. We ordered drinks that arrived in a timely manner. Then ordered dinner and wine. Our meals came out before the bread. We had to remind them about the wine and ask for steak knives. We were provided menus to order dessert, but the server never returned to take our order.
Loud.
General impression: very busy, loud, somewhat worn. Won't be going back."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
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Review 19 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and great waiter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and great waiter Carlos, who allowed our group to stay and talk for a long time. Thanks!
Low marks for ambiance was not the fault of PK -- we were somewhat close to some very loud diners ~"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tasty & unusual food, monthly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tasty & unusual food, monthly menu changes, nice ambiance. The free valet parking is also a plus."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
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Review 21 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place, good ambiance,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place, good ambiance, great food and wine. Perfect for a romantic evening. Prices weren't bad either."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was good, but i do
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good, but i do not think they can handle a few large groups and dinner service. Food took over 1.5 hours tobe delivered to table. Wait staff not around a lot, very nice. The larger groups they had took all their wait staff and cooking teams to service and put a delay on our meal. My kids we not to pleased and do not want to go back ever."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
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Review 23 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Very disappointing!! Maybe
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very disappointing!! Maybe it was because it was the day after Valentines, the steak was the worst I have gotten in any restraunt any where. At $28 you would expect better, presentation was even worse. I had the pork shank which was pretty good but the sides were average at best. My advice, if you want an average meal come to my house and I will cook you a tasteless dinner for half the price."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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Review 24 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place with great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place with great food - says it all."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
never again!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The goat cheese app was great and went well with wine flight #1--- BUT I should have stopped there! The aged sirloin steak was tough..HAD to use the steak knife.. and the flavor was only okay...not a good steak for $27! The Roasted Stuffed Tomatoes
Vegetable couscous, truffled breadcrumbs, melted mozzarella, tarragon cream sauce-
Not sure where the vegetables were and I didn't like the overall flavor of the couscous or the truffled breadcrumbs...very dry! The mozzarella was hard at the bottom of the bowl/plate, I had to cut that too! And where was the Tarragon???I would definitely not order either of these main courses again...very disappointed for the $100 we spent! Bocados is always great! This Niche restaurant doesn't come close!"
Vegetable couscous, truffled breadcrumbs, melted mozzarella, tarragon cream sauce-
Not sure where the vegetables were and I didn't like the overall flavor of the couscous or the truffled breadcrumbs...very dry! The mozzarella was hard at the bottom of the bowl/plate, I had to cut that too! And where was the Tarragon???I would definitely not order either of these main courses again...very disappointed for the $100 we spent! Bocados is always great! This Niche restaurant doesn't come close!"
Dined on 02/05/2013
2011
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Review 26 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great service and good...what's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"great service and good...what's not to like....."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 27 for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
this is my favorite bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"this is my favorite bistro in Worcester. The bartenders are the best in town and they make fantastic cocktails. The menu is incredibly reasonably priced comfort food with a twist. very highly recommend."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The People’s Kitchen & Citizen Wine Bar
Based on the average of (34) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate